The home page for this agency include links to in-home care services, in-home living options, discount prescription medication program, services for caregivers, and many other assistance programs for seniors.
The Health Plan Information Center is a major source of accurate information on the new Medicare Part D prescription drug plan as well as other health care options and programs available to Minnesota seniors.
BenefitsCheckUp.org gives seniors a confidental, easy-to-use way to find public programs and benefits that they may qualify for. These programs for seniors may pay for some of the cost of prescription drugs, health care, utilities, and other essential items or services. After filling out a short questionnaire, the program prints out a personalized report that lists the programs, telephone numbers, and directions on how to sign up.
Aging Information Specialists are the starting point for locating resources such as in-home services, congregate and home-delivered meals, transportation, legal assistance, insurance, housing and more. Many different programs for the coordination of health care and other services are available at a reduced cost according to income guidelines.
The Financial Aid Center for Long Term Care specializes in helping seniors qualify for Medicaid while preserving their assets. Their objective is to qualify patients for Medicaid at the earliest possible time, while, at the same time, protecting the largest amount of assets possible under the rules.
Supportive services help older adults live a healthy and independent life in their own home for as long as they possibly can. The NENAAA provides a variety of supportive services, including assisted transportation, assistance with chores, legal assistance, medication monitoring, nutrition counseling, and more.
The Home and Community Based Services Medicaid Waiver program provides in-home services to frail, severely impaired elderly and disabled people who have been determined to be in need of a nursing home level of care. The waiver program assists elders and the disabled to maintain their independence while living at home and avoids or delays the need for more costly institutional care.
The Mississippi Division Adult Protective Services investigates allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable adults residing in private home settings. Reports can be anonymous and will be kept confidential.
Catholic Charities Hawaii offers financial assistance and advocacy programs for families, seniors and children.
<b>1-866-633-1617 </b><br>MassMedLine is a free confidential service for Massachusetts residents who need information about their medications, as well as about programs that can help with the cost of medications, Medicare Part D, MassHealth, Patient Assistance Programs and more.
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AHIRC has written brief guides on getting affordable health care and insurance in cities around the country. These guides outline health insurance options in a practical Q & A format, and include links to pertinent websites and contact information for selected clinics and pharmacies.