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Designed to respond to the needs of families and friends caring for their loved ones at home. Its purpose is to reinforce (not replace the care being provided to the older person (who requires continuous care) at home. Depending on the annual household income, up to $250 a month for out-of-pocket expenses for purchased services and supplies (medications and medical supplies) directly related to the care of their relative or friend, is available. A lifetime amount of up to $2,000 may be available toward the purchase of assistive devices or home modifications. Reimbursement amounts are determined by actual expenses and household income.

Provides financial assistance to an unpaid caregiver who provides hands-on care for a person 60 years of age and over

Works to reduce caregiver stress. The emphasis is to respond directly to the needs of caregivers who are caring for a functionally dependent elderly consumer. Financial reimbursement may be provided for out-of-pocket caregiving expenses, such as personal care services, supplies, assistive devices, or home modifications. Total household income determines the specific percentage of monthly reimbursement.

Provides services in the homes of eligible adults who require assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation, meal prep or supplemental housekeeping. Persons receiving this service may have a difficult time completing these activities on their own. With this service, older adult can remain independent at home. Services may include: Personal Care, Caregiver Support, Care Management, Home Delivered Meals, Protective Services.

Offers a support group for caregivers to learn coping and caregiver skills and gain knowledge about diseases, medications, research and legal issues, as well as benefits that may be available to caregivers.

Offers a wide range of support services to older Lancaster County residents with the goal of allowing them to maintain their independence and self-sufficiency. Most services available to persons ages 60 and over, except for the 55+ Job Bank, Job Bank Workshop and Senior Community Services Employment Program which begins at age 55 and older. Domiciliary Care, Long Term Care Assessments, Ombudsman and Caregiver Support Program available for persons 18 years and older.

Offers advocacy, information, support and advocacy to people affected by frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) and their caregivers. Provides a helpline. Organizes Zoom and phone support groups for particular types of FTD and for the main challenges for caregivers (behavior, language, grief, and other young children). Offers Comstock Grants to full-time family FTD caregivers and persons living with FTD.

The Caregiver Support Program is designed to provide assistance to an unpaid caregiver who provides hands-on care for a person 60 years of age and older.

Provides needs assessment, benefits advice, and counseling in which caregivers are informed of the benefits available.

Provides support and financial reimbursement for caregiving-related expenses

Provides the primary caregivers with reimbursement for out-of-pocket costs associated with caregiving such as respite, caregiving-related services and supplies. The program offers education, training, counseling and more. Each caregiver is assigned a care manager who will come to the care receivers' home, conduct a comprehensive assessment of the needs of the caregiver, provide support, and work with them to develop a person-centered plan of care.

Provides home and community based long-term care services to individuals as an alternative to nursing home placement. Services are funded through a special federal waiver, which allows Medicaid payments typically used for nursing home care to be used for home care services.

Provides relief from normal caregiving duties and to reduce stress. The caregiver may choose the type of service needed and be reimbursed through state and federal funding. Examples of services would be personal care, companionship, or day care. Also reimburses the caregiver for the purchase of supplies used in caring for the care receiver, home modifications and assistive devices.

Provides grandparents or older relatives (excluding the parents) with reimbursement benefits. Reimbursable services and supplies included but not limited to: child care, respite care, equipment and supplies to address the developmental needs of the child, counseling, tutoring, education and support, and school-related expenses. Grant money may also be available to assist with the cost of assistive/adaptive devices and home modifications.

Helps seniors access the supports they need.

Provides assistance to an unpaid caregiver who provides hands-on care for a person 60 years of age and older. The caregiver and care recipient may reside in the same household or in different homes, but the care recipient must reside in Fayette, Greene, or Washington County.

Offers referrals to agencies that provide Caregiver Support services. Monitors and funds these services. Provides primary caregivers with a break from caregiving. Services include reimbursement for out of pocket costs associated with caregiving related services and supplies, education, training, counseling, respite care and more. The program supports individuals who want to live at home but need help with daily activities such as meal preparation, bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and/or personal care. It is designed to ease the burden for caregivers who are overwhelmed with helping their loved one, managing their own family, and possibly work responsibilities as well.

Assesses needs for caregivers as well as assistance finding and utilizing benefits.

Provides financial reimbursement to the caregiver when needed supplies and respite care have been purchased. Consumers in this program need two or more activities of daily living impairments to qualify. Grandparents age 60 and over caring for their grandchildren who have additional related expenses also qualify.

Provides information on Home Delivered Meals, In-Home Services, Personal Emergency Response Systems, Senior Housing, Transportation, Adult Daycare, Prime Time Health, Caregiver Support, Insurance counseling, PACE, Tax/Rent rebates, Senior centers, Volunteer Opportunities, Protective Services, Nursing Home Transition, Level of Care Assessments, Medicaid Waiver program, or any other issues of concern to senior citizens.

Offers financial assistance to reimburse for services, supplies, modifications, or assistive devices.

Designed to respond to the needs of. Its purpose is to reinforce (not replace the care being provided to the older person (who requires continuous care) at home. Depending on the annual household income, up to $250 a month for out-of-pocket expenses for purchased services and supplies (medications and medical supplies) directly related to the care of their relative or friend, is available. A lifetime amount of up to $2,000 may be available toward the purchase of assistive devices or home modifications. Reimbursement amounts are determined by actual expenses and household income.

Area Agencies on Aging provides local services, act as advocates, and generally assist older citizens to remain active in their communities. They operate under guidance from the Pennsylvania Department of Aging. Services include:

• Advocacy - Support and representation, administratively and legislatively, for the needs of older adults as a group or individually.
• PA MEDI - assistance with health insurance benefit concerns, appeals, benefit applications.
• Employment Services - subsidized employment for training purposes. Available to low income persons age 55 and older.
• Information and Referral - answers to questions on the availability of services and programs for older adults.
• Legal Services - provided in non-fee generating cases via a contract with North Penn Legal Services, Inc.
• Nursing Home Transition - Information about availability of long term care in a variety of settings - in the home, or in assisted living, and planning/coordination in making a move to an alternate setting including arranging for necessary services, for current residents of nursing homes.
• Ombudsman - receives, investigates and assists in resolving complaints about quality of long term care.

Provides information on long term care issues.

• Protective Services - activities, resources and supports to prevent or intervene in abuse, neglect, exploitation and abandonment cases.
• Specialized Transportation - limited availability of rides to medical appointments and social service agencies.
• Care Management - casework services for assessment and care planning, and authorization of the following:
• Adult Day Care - caregiving in an organized setting for less than a 24 hour day. Excellent for caregiver respite.
• Emergency Energy Assistance - bill payment or provision of fuel to avoid utility shut off or lack of fuel in crisis situations.
• Caregiver Support Program - educational services and financial assistance to family care providers.
• Home Delivered Meals - hot/cold meals delivered to maintain necessary nutrition.
• Home Health Care - skilled nursing, therapy and aide services.
• Nursing Home Respite Services - respite for overnight absences of caregivers.
• Personal Care - in-home help with bathing and other personal hygiene, laundry, shopping and meal preparation.
• Pre-Admission Assessment - level of care determination for those considering admission to a long term care facility.
• Waiver Services - Medicaid-funded in-home services of the types listed above, and more, to maintain nursing-home eligible older adults in their homes.
• Senior Farmer Market Nutrition Program - provides food vouchers for residents 60 years old who meet income guidelines

Information and referral service provides information on the availability of services and programs for older adults. Services may be delivered directly, purchased from a community agency, or available through a cooperative agreement.

Provides benefit counseling, reimbursement of respite provided for the primary caregiver, reimbursement for consumable care-giving supplies, adaptive equipment, and caregiver education.

Offers resources and assistance to those managing care for a care-dependent older adult. Works to ease the stresses of caregiving by focusing on the well-being of the caregiver. Provides reimbursement for out-of-pocket costs associated with caregiving expenses, such as respite, personal care, and caregiving supplies and services. Caregiving education, training, and support are also offered.