THE CENTER OF CONCERN

Older Adult Services offers comprehensive evaluations case managers first assess each clients needs and then implement a customized plan to alleviate financial and emotional burdens for both clients, and, if applicable, their family caregivers. Case Management Social workers provide assessments to evaluate needs, arrange for services, and monitor ongoing wellness, Referral to Resources Experienced case managers provide valuable, unbiased referrals to resources to address short and long-term needs for older adults in the community, Friendly Visitors Regular home visits to isolated and lonely older adults to improve their well-being, Intergenerational Programs Older adults and younger generations engage for mutual benefit, Senior ASK Clients receive effective and unbiased answers by phone or email that provide valuable insights, solutions, and information gathered from our long history serving the needs of area residents, Senior Companionship Volunteers and older adults who are homebound or live-in facilities are matched for mutual companionship, Lunch With Us This weekday program provides meals to promote the health and well-being of older adults through nutritious food and informative educational programs, Shopping Service Volunteers assist older adults who are homebound or who have disabilities with regular grocery and pharmacy shopping needs, Successful Aging Workshops Quarterly workshops for older adults and caregivers provide knowledge on relevant topics, Memory Cafe Supports those with dementia and their care partners through group activities centered on art, music, and dance, Older Adult Discussion Group Discuss topics related to aging in a group setting, Telephone Reassurance Provide telephone calls at specified times to assure that older adults are safe and well, Chore Housekeeping Clients receive assistance with light household cleaning and maintenance projects, such as meal preparation, laundry, and yard-work. Senior Health Insurance Counseling SHIP Trained counselors provide assistance with Medicare, Medicare Supplement, long-term care insurance, Medicare HMOs, fee-for-service, and other health insurance options, Senior Housing Counseling Staff present older adults and their families with care options, counseling, and referrals.

Housing Options and Homelessness Prevention Services counsel individuals and families having difficulty with their current housing situation and supporting those searching for low-income or disability housing and identify resources necessary to make informed decisions. The Center of Concern offers comprehensive services to enable vulnerable residents to efficiently obtain or maintain safe housing, and then facilitate education, counseling, and access to resources to ensure long-term independence is achieved. This is accomplished through carefully designed services including rapid re-housing, home sharing matching, financial and employment counseling, and ongoing case management to ensure each clients needs are met and that they are working toward their personal goals. Community members can receive financial assistance for rent and utilities and counseling, if facing homelessness or eviction. Home Sharing Homeowners and individuals needing low-cost housing are matched for mutual benefit, Case Management Social workers provide assessments to evaluate needs, arrange for services, and monitor situations, Referral to Resources Case Managers provide residents with valuable, unbiased referrals to resources to address short and long-term needs, Rapid/Transitional Re-Housing Supportive services help individuals and families who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness reach self-sufficiency within two years, HUD Certified Housing Counselors can assist residents with the following services one-on-one counseling, rental options, homelessness prevention, pre-purchase/home buying, home maintenance and financial management for homeowners, resolving or preventing mortgage delinquency or default, and homeownership counseling, and home inspection.