EPIC is a New York State program that helps seniors pay for their prescription drugs. Most enrollees have Medicare Part D or other drug coverage, and use EPIC to lower their drug costs by helping them pay the deductibles and co-payments required by their other drug plan. EPIC also helps members pay for Medicare Part D premiums.
Goddard Riverside offers free, confidential, one-on-one services for individuals and families to Harlem residents. Counselors help individuals and families access programs and services for which they qualify, including public assistance, food stamps and health care programs.
This site describes all senior programs offered by the Bureau, including social support, transportation services and nutritious meals, home and community-based services for the frail, and well and vital services such as educational programs, exercise programs, health screenings, and information on specific health promotion/disease prevention topics.
Idaho Department of Health & Welfare offers a range of programs, from Medicaid to Food Stamps, Child Protection to Disease Prevention. Many of their programs are designed to help families in crisis situations and are integrated to provide the basics of food, health care, job training and other assistance. They also provide recovery support services, prevention programs and more for individuals dealing with substance abuse.
The Illinois Department on Aging's Community Care Program helps senior citizens who might otherwise need nursing home care remain in their own homes by providing in-home and community-based services, including case management, homemaking services and adult day care.
The Alzheimer's Association provides patient and family support to those affected by the disease, educates the public, families and professionals who care for or interact with people who have Alzheimer's disease, advocates for improved public policy and needed legislation, supports research into the cause, prevention, treatment and cure for the disease. The 24 hour HELPLINE provides trained volunteers that are available for support, information and reassurance to caregivers.
This report card, which is updated monthly, is intended help consumers choose a nursing home. It includes only those nursing homes that participate in the Medicare or Medicaid program and displays survey results to measure and compare nursing home compliance with 50 specific federal quality standards in the areas of nursing care, resident rights, food service, environment and administration. These criteria represent key indicators of quality of life and quality of care within nursing homes.
The Wisconsin Parkinson Association (WPA) is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to serving as a resource for individuals and families who are affected by Parkinson's Disease. The WPA develops and maintains local support and educational programs throughout the midwest. They also offer up-to-date information on treatment options, association activities, legislative efforts and more. The association also serves as a referral center helping to link individuals to available resources and programs.
The AFCSP offers support and services for the financially eligible families and caretakers of those with irreversible dementia. Services include in-home help, respite care, adult day care and transportation, while goods provided have included nutritional supplements, security systems, specialized clothing, home delivered meals, hobby equipment and chair lifts. Goods and services vary by county.
