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Outreach Services
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Outreach Services
Reaching out to the elderly residents of Belchertown
is a large part of the mission of the Council
On Aging. Outreach workers
are specially trained professionals who assist clients in maintaining their
independence for as long as possible. Through meetings with elders in their
home environment, needs can be assessed and addressed together. At times
family members may be a part of this process.
Along with assisting elders to assess and
verbalize their needs, Outreach Workers are knowledgeable on where and how
to connect elders with resources.
Social Services
The
Belchertown Council On Aging offers a wide variety of services to our seniors, including:
information and referral services, travel services, health
promotion, tax preparation assistance, entitlement program applications, and
assistance with insurance-related benefits are available. We also have
medical equipment loans, publish a monthly newsletter, and make volunteer
opportunities available.
Please email
Diane
Morgan or call her at 323-0420 with your specific needs or if you know of
someone else in need.
FYI - Outreach workers:
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Meet with seniors in their
home or at the Senior Center to listen and discuss their needs
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Explain service options
available specific to each senior
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Case Management for elders in
need of multiple services
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Review Health Care options
with seniors providing them with information to make their own decision
Assist seniors in applying
for:
Fuel Assistance
Insurance plans
Prescription Drug Programs
Social Security Assistance Plans
Medicare
Mass Health
Food Stamps
Food programs
Housing
· Identify
other resources and services as appropriate, including:
Insurance Information
Shine Counseling
Referrals for service
Caregiver Assistance
Health Education
Help with Food and Nutrition Needs
Info on Alternative Housing Options and Assisted Living
Friendly Visitor Program
Meals on Wheels
Medical Equipment Loan
Counseling
Advocacy and more.
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The
Belchertown Council on Aging and Senior Center
