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Provides information about programs, services and resources and benefits for older adults. Assistance is also available to complete forms or answer questions concerning PACE, Property Tax/Rent Rebates and Fuel Assistance

Offers a specialized information and referral service specifically for seniors connecting them with a wide array of services.

Provides opportunities and services to older adults (ages 60 and older, unless otherwise noted) to promote their best possible well-being.

Represents and supports Area Agencies on Aging and advocates for Title VI Native American Aging Programs. Members help older adults and people with disabilities throughout the United States live with optimal health, well-being, independence, and dignity in their homes and communities.

Provides opportunities and services to older adults (ages 60 and older, unless otherwise noted) to promote their best possible well-being.

Provides independent living services to older county residents such as home delivered meals, transportation, emergency/legal assistance, SHARE Housing, senior volunteer program, and case coordination.

Provides transportation for older persons in getting to and from senior centers, medical facilities, banking institutions, libraries, and stores.

Completes assessment to determine what level of care (i.e. nursing home, personal care home or community services) is appropriate for individuals on Medical Assistance to pay for a nursing home stay.

Waiver recipients are provided care in the community; appropriate for those who would otherwise be eligible for nursing home care. Applicants will be assessed to check if sufficient formal and informal services and supports can be developed and implemented so as to safely and adequately meet the person's needs.

Offers a wide range of programs and services.

Provides support and services to enable older adults to continue to live in their homes and communities. Services may include Care Management, Assessment, Protective Services, Information and Assistance, PA MEDI (Insurance Counseling), Health and Wellness Programs, adult day services, in home meals, personal emergency response system, personal care, transportation, and caregiver support. The agency also has 5 Senior Centers throughout the County in which participants can enjoy a Congregate Meal and Programming.

I&A about AAA's services; intake for services requiring needs assessment by Care Management Division to access home services and referrals to other agencies when appropriate.

Provides a directory with a partial listing of major resources for the elderly and their families.

Investigates reports of abuse to seniors.

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 vouchers for the purchase of fresh fruits and vegetables that are grown locally. Each eligible senior will receive (5) $5.00 voucher to redeem at an approved local Farmers' Market.

A free health insurance counseling program designed to help older Pennsylvanians by answering questions and providing objective, easy-to-understand information about Medicare, Medicare Supplemental Insurance, Medicaid, and Long-Term Care Insurance.

Completes assessment to determine what level of care (i.e. nursing home, personal care home or community services) is appropriate for individuals on Medical Assistance to pay for a nursing home stay.

Works with individuals and families to identify all of the potential resources available to the senior in order to enable completion of the requested chore - snow shoveling, leaf raking, yard work, lawn mowing, moving items, etc.

Offers a wide variety of programs and services, including: A) Meal and nutrition programs B) Information and assistance C) Health, fitness, and wellness programs and social and recreational activities D) Transportation services E) Public benefits counseling F) Employment assistance G) Volunteer and civic engagement opportunities

Helps seniors access the supports they need.

Works with individuals and families to identify all of the potential resources available to the senior in order to enable completion of the requested chore - snow shoveling, leaf raking, yard work, lawn mowing, moving items, etc.

Receives reports concerning adults in need of protective services. A protective services worker will investigate reports received and take immediate steps to reduce any risks to the older adult.

Provides information to caregivers about available services, assistance to caregivers in gaining access to the services, individual counseling, organization of support groups, caregiver training, respite care and supplemental services, on a limited basis.

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.