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		ESWA - There's No Place Like Home ^Votes:0 There's No Place Like Home Learn more about our Nutrition and Money Management Programs 11/1/2007 - Update from the SHINE Program: Medicare Annual Open Enrollment is November 15 - December 31 Read Full Article Diversity Statement Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc. strives to create a work environment which embraces and values diversity. We are committed to extending these values to the population we serve, with a goal of including and appreciating the various members of our community. Is there anything more comforting than being safe at home? For elders who are frail, being in their own home provides security and a very important sense of independence. Elder Services of Worcester Area, Incorporated's mission is to help elders and their families obtain essential services so that elders Read More Go to Site


		Montachusett Home Care Corp. - Services we Provide ^Votes:0 Care At Home Utilizing our professional staff of case managers and registered nurses, we are able to assess needs and then to develop and coordinate a plan of care that enables elders to remain at home with maximum independence. Through our State Home Care Program we purchase a variety of services including homemaker, adult day care, transportation, home delivered meals and home health services ? to name just a few. more... Alternative Housing Options For individuals who cannot live alone, we offer a variety of options including: Congregate Housing in four locations, Managed Care in Housing, Adult Family Care , Supportive Housing in two locations, and Assisted Living in many sites throughout our service area. more... Protective Services For anyone 60 years of age or older who is physically Read More Go to Site

		Coastline Elderly ^Votes:0 Home The Area Agency on Aging Who We Are Information and Referral Services Available to You Volunteer and Employment Opportunities Useful Links and Information Leave Us Feedback Feature Articles Auto, Truck, and Boat Donation Program Elderly Nutrition Program Monthly Menu Coastline Elderly Services, Inc. ...Dedicated to helping older Americans live noble, independent, and purposeful lives Tel: 508-999-6400 • Fax: 508-993-6510 • TDD: 508-994-4265 Toll Free: 866-274-1643 • 1646 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA 02740 Search our site: COASTLINE INTRODUCES OUR NETWORK OF CARE WEBSITE! CLICK HERE! THE 2007 UNSUNG HEROINE IS RECOGNIZED BY CITY by Abrah Salk Zion L to R. Linda Morad (City Councilor Ward 1), Ann McCrillis (Area Agency on Aging Planner at Coastline), Maria Connor (the Read More Go to Site

		Franklin County Home Care Corporation \| An Area Agency on Aging in Massachusetts \| Elder Care Resources in Western Mass. ^Votes:0 Franklin County Home Care Corporation helping elders and caregivers live better lives Home · Contact Us · Search · Giving · Text Size: A A What's New? Donate to help frail elders have a hot noontime meal. Raffle to Benefit Meals on Wheels Winners Holiday Travel Tips for Caregivers Open Enrollment for PA and Part D Memory Disorders Film Series Our Annual Meeting: Words and Pictures Job Openings at FCHCC Caregivers! Enjoy Autumn! Volunteer Spotlight: Charlie Zaskey of Deerfield keeps busy at Frontier Senior Center. Read more on page 11 of The Good Life. Area Agency on Aging in Western Massachusetts Aging Services Access Point Serving elders, persons with disabilities and care providers in homes in all of Franklin County and Athol, Petersham, Royalston and Phillipston, Massachusetts. FCHCC he Read More Go to Site

		Greater Springfield Senior Services Programs & Services ^Votes:0 Home About GSSSI Information & Direction Programs & Services Caregiver Support Meals Elder Abuse and Neglect Housing Employment Volunteer Contribute Elder Care FAQ E-mail Us Related Links Requests for Proposals Programs & Services Case Management and Home Care For individuals who are 60 years of age and older, the home care program offers a broad range of services ranging from personal care, meal preparation and adult day care to companion escort, home health services, and housekeeping. Greater Springfield Senior Services' professional Case Managers and Registered Nurses provide the link to these services, which may be offered by GSSSI or other agencies it contracts with. Eligibility is determined by age, income and functional impairment. Make an online referral for home care services Thro Read More Go to Site

		HESSCO Elder Services ^Votes:0 At HESSCO Elder Services we’ve dedicated ourselves to finding solutions to help those over sixty take full advantage of their later years. Our goal is to make it easier for older individuals and their families to access a comprehensive system of health and supportive services. Our free information and assistance line is available to answer your questions from 9-5 Monday to Friday (781) 784-4944. Serving the towns of Canton, Dedham, Foxboro, Medfield, Millis, Norfolk, Norwood, Plainville, Sharon, Walpole, Westwood, and Wrentham. If you don’t live in one of these towns, don’t worry – there’s an agency in your area. Call toll-free 1-800-age-info or go to www.800.ageinfo.com/map to find the agency that serves your town. Sharon caregiver awarded citation by Lt. Gov Read More Go to Site

		Minuteman Senior Services ^Votes:0 #DM22242536 {visibility:hidden;} Home Information & Resources Services Caregiver Support News & Events Join Us One-Stop Shopping for Aging Resources... Seniors Caregivers Volunteers Employers Charitable Giving Professionals Minuteman Senior Services was incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1975 and currently offers seniors and their caregivers over 22 different programs and services. Over 15,000 people each year turn to us for help. Our mission is to help elders and others with long-term care needs remain in their own homes, safe, comfortable and independent, for as long as they are able, and to support their caregivers as they face the challenges presented by the competing needs of family, work and self. What's New at Minuteman... Caring Conversations TM offered during the month o Read More Go to Site

		Office of the Attorney General ^Votes:0 The Official Website of the Attorney General of Massachusetts Mass.Gov Home Attorney General Martha Coakley AGO Site Home Mass.Gov Home State Agencies State Online Services Search Attorney General In Mass.Gov Search Press Releases AG Offers Holiday Shopping Tips For Consumers Lowell Plumbing Company to Pay Over $20,000 in Wages and Fines Nursing Home Operator to Pay $75,000 for Failing to Properly Care for Resident Businesswoman Indicted in Connection with Falsifying Court Records Construction Company to Pay Over $10,000 in Wages and Penalties More... Forms & Publications Consumer Complaint Form Link to Free Adobe Reader Version 8 Charities Forms & Instructions Application for Crime Victim's Compensation Application for Crime Victim's Compensation - Spanish Identity Theft: It Could Happen Read More Go to Site

		Programs & Services Index ^Votes:0 Programs & Services Homepage -- Programs and Services -- Contact Information PROGRAMS Care Management \ Inhome Services Nutrition Supportive Housing Programs Protective Services Ombudsman Program Home Care Coordination Of Care SERVICES Money Management Transportation Caregiver Support Volunteer Opportunities Senior Employment INFORMATIONAL Information and Referral Alzheimer's Resources S.H.I.N.E. Serving Health Information Needs of Elders Berkshire Senior TV Senior Dining Centers Prescription Advantage Read More Go to Site

		Resources on Aging and Elder Care focusing on Senior Housing and Home Care.aab ^Votes:0 Resources including a Glossary and Links on Aging, Elder Care and Senior Housing. (781) 324-7705 --> Latest News See the slide show mentioned in the Fall Appeal! Read the Latest Issue of The Beacon ! See the Latest Menus! Preview our Electronic Newsletter! Read More... MVES...Your One-Stop Resource for Aging Information, Advice, and Solutions. Early Detection Is The Best Medicine Question: The media often shows stories of breast cancer patients who are young. But, I just read an article that said breast cancer is prevalent in women over the age of 65. Which group does breast cancer affect most? Answer: Unfortunately, breast cancer affects both younger and older woman. However, your article was right—it is actually more common in older women. For some idea of how prevalent, consider t Read More Go to Site

		SeniorConnection - Central Massachusetts Agency on Aging - Helping You at the Crossroads of Eldercare ^Votes:0 Nov 22, 2007 - 07:51 PM Providing Information To Help Seniors & Their Caregivers Help Themselves Bypass Navigation Links Home Enlarge Fonts Connection for Caregivers Donations Advocacy Information & Referral Family Caregiver Support Program Planning & Allocation Search Our Database Publications and Brochures Library Agency News About CMAA Opportunities Contact Us Links Site Map Restore Dynamic Navigation Translate this web page from English to German English to Spanish English to French English to Italian English to Portuguese English to Japanese BETA English to Korean BETA English to Chinese BETA November is Family Caregivers Month Central Massachusetts Agency on Aging is a private nonprofit organization chosen by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs to provide services to Read More Go to Site

		Services ^Votes:0 Click Here for Administration on Aging website DO YOU NEED HELP WITH? Caring for Aging Parents Resources for Frail Elders Information & Referral Case Management Meeting Needs of the Caregiver/Respite Community Alternatives to Nursing Homes Housing Options Companionship Emergency Response Social & Adult Day Care Personal Care Personal Care Management Congregate Meals Home Delivered Meals Housework Laundry Shopping Transportation Money Management Nutrition Counseling Nursing Home Selection Nursing Home Screening/Eligibility Nursing Home Problem Resolution for Residents & Familes Volunteer & Internship Opportunities Employment of Older Workers Home Care services are tailored to meet individual needs of eligible elders 60+, and are coordinated through provider agencies. These services may incl Read More Go to Site

		Services Available from Tri-Valley Elder Services ^Votes:0 TRI-VALLEY ELDER SERVICES, INC. AVAILABLE SERVICES The majority of our clients fall under state guidelines for income and need eligibility. Additionally, Tri-Valley offers products and services to elders and their families on a private pay basis. WHAT DO YOU NEED? Free Information Crisis Assistance Home Help Meals Housing Options Long Term Care Pharmacy Program Additional Supports Speaker's Bureau FREE INFORMATION Our information and referral department is available to answer your questions and guide you through the maze of elder services by phone, fax or e-mail Monday through Friday from 8:30 - 5:00 Eastern Time. CRISIS ASSISTANCE As the Protective Services Agency for its 25 town area, Tri-Valley accepts all reports of physical abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation o Read More Go to Site

		Welcome to Springwell ^Votes:0 what's NEW Springwell has been creating, managing, and coordinating services for seniors, individuals with disabilities and those who help care for them for more than 26 years. Along the way, we have amassed a wealth of knowledge and insight about the many public and private resources available. Springwell is a private, non-profit agency whose mission is to help seniors and individuals with disabilities remain living safely and independently in their own home. We serve all elders, individuals with disabilities and their families regardless of financial situation or level of need. Our reputation for excellence is why more than 10,000 families turn to us each year for support. Share the benefit of our extensive experience. Whether you have a single question or are looking for ongoing assista Read More Go to Site

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