i. Program Requires Intake
| PROGRAM | CONTACT |
|---|---|
| Adult Day Services are centers that provide the frail elderly, who are living at home, an alternative to premature nursing home placement. | Intake Specialist 610-490-1300 |
| Assessment is the first step in the application process for programs and services. A certified assessor will complete an assessment and determine a level of care. | |
| OPTIONS Care Management manages the ongoing needs of Long-Term Care clients after an initial assessment is completed. | |
| Caregiver Support Program reimburses families for caregiving expenses, such as over-the-counter medicines, incontinence supplies, nutritional supplements, personal care assistance, help with house hold tasks, and companion services. | |
| GATEWAY (Giving Assessment, Treatment and Empowerment in the Aging Years) targets and identifies isolated, at-risk older adults with behavioral health. | |
| Home Delivered Meals/Senior Suppers provide nutritious meals to homebound older adults. For additional information | |
| In-Home Services include a range of programs designed to allow older persons the choice of remaining at home. | |
| Protective Services receives reports of suspected abuse, neglect, financial exploitation or abandonment for county residents aged 18 or older. If you believe someone is in need of Protective Services. | contact 610-490-1300 After business hours dial 610-622-9284 |
ii. Insurance/Medicare
| PROGRAM | |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight (PA MEDI)is a free health insurance counseling program designed to help persons age 60 or older or under 60 and on | local PA MEDI coordinator 484-494-3769 |
iii.Senior Centers
| PROGRAM | |
|---|---|
| Senior centers are available throughout the county. Activities vary from center to center, although nutritious meals, educational presentations, movies, trips, volunteer opportunities, social services and transportation are central to each. | COSA funded senior centers 610-490-1300 |
iv. Community Resources
| PROGRAM | |
|---|---|
| The Pennsylvania Link to Aging and Disability Resources (ADRC) is a nationwide program that links individuals with disabilities to programs and services. | ADRC 610-490-1300 |
| Americorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program provides older adults with an opportunity to develop a relationship with a child or youth based on mutual sharing and companionship. | Foster Grandparent Director 610-490-1498 |
| Community Education provides information on topics relevant to older adults, including: | |
| In-Home Services through the OPTIONS and Waiver Programs, Entitlement Programs, resources available in the community, and overall services for the aging. | Community Education Coordinator 610-490-1300 |
| Delaware County Victim Assistance Center assists those who have been a victim of a crime in Delaware County. | Delaware County Victim Assistance 610-566-4342 |
| Domiciliary Care assists adult’s incapable of living alone find living arrangements, which are supportive and home-like. To apply for Domiciliary Care or for questions on Senior Housing Options. | Housing Director 610-490-1300 |
| Health and Wellness Program focuses on improving the health and well-being of the county's senior residents. For more information regarding program offerings, to be added to our email distribution list to learn about upcoming COSA programs and community information, or for opportunities to volunteer as a program leader or to bring one of these great programs to your community group. | 610-499-1937 610-490-1300 |
| Information & Referral/Assistance is a telephone or walk-in service designed to answer questions from the general public on the needs of older adults and to link those in need with appropriate services | Contact Information & Referral/Assistance 610-490-1300. |
| Legal Services assist county residents age 60 and over with a variety of legal issues. | Information & Referral/ Assistance 610-490-1300 Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania 484-416-4173 |
| Person- Centered Counseling (PCC) A PCC assists individuals in navigating the various programs and resources available throughout the Commonwealth of PA. | Person- Centered Counselor 610-490-1300 |
| Ombudsman Program advocates for and protects the rights of the older person receiving and/or denied Long-Term Care Services in their home, nursing home or personal care boarding home. | Delaware County Ombudsman 610-872 -1868 |
| Transportation is provided through a contract with DELGO (Community Transit of Delaware County). | DELGO or to request an application 610-490-1300 |
| Volunteer Opportunities- The community education department maintains a county wide list of volunteer opportunities that seek to match individual interests and skills with suitable openings for additional information. | Volunteer Coordinator 610-490-1300 |