Article 6 - Senior Services
Many of these services are available for those in need a support services. Check with your local agencies to see what options are available to you.
Adult Day Care
Social, recreational and health services provided in a protective setting to individuals who cannot be left alone because of health care need, confusion or disability.
Information and Referral/Assistance,
Information Services (I&R/A)
Specialists provide assistance and linkage to available services and resources.
Case Management
Case managers work with family members to assess the needs of seniors and arrange for services to assist them to remain independent.
Elder Abuse Prevention Programs
Allegations of abuse, neglect and exploitation of senior citizens are investigated by protective service specialists. Intervention is provided in substantiated cases of abuse, neglect or exploitation.
Emergency Response Systems
Provides in-home 24-hour electronic alarm systems that enable home-bound persons to summon emergency help.
Employment Services
Helps older adults explore employment opportunities.
Financial Assistance
Benefit programs include energy assistance, financial management counseling, food stamps, prescription drug assistance and Social Security.
Nutrition Services
Nutritious home delivered meals (known as “Meals on Wheels) are provided to older persons who are homebound. Congregate Meals provide the opportunity for older persons to enjoy a meal and socialize with other seniors in the community.
Home Chore Services
These services include housekeeping, shopping and home maintenance.
Home Health Services
Includes such activities as changing wound dressings, checking vital signs, cleaning catheters and providing tube feedings.
Legal Assistance
Advice and representation is available to persons aged 60+ for certain legal matters including government program benefits, tenant rights, and consumer problems.
Personal Care
Services assist functionally-impaired individuals with bathing, dressing, walking, supervision, emotional security and eating.
Respite Care
Offers caregivers a break from constant supervision and personal care of a person with a functional impairment.
Senior Housing Options
The variety of options available include: assisted living, retirement communities, nursing facilities, government assisted housing, and shared housing.
Senior Center Programs
Offers a variety of recreational and educational pro grams, seminars, events and activities for older adults.
Telephone Reassurance
Trained volunteers provide regular contact and safety check to reassure and support homebound senior citizens and disabled persons.
Transportation
Services are available for older or disabled individuals who do not have private transportation, or who are unable to utilize public transportation to meet their needs.
Volunteer Services
Volunteers provide daily telephone reassurance, friendly visiting and insurance counseling to older adults. Here are some services that can assist your family member
