Conducts applied research to develop and evaluate service programs for older adults. Provides licensure and training on evidence-based programs.

Speakers available to inform groups on all topics of aging and care giving. Workshops, training opportunities and advocacy notices available through a newsletter or call the office for more information.

Provides information and assistance to aging adults and individuals with disabilities to help them identify their needs and preferences, and access community resources, benefit programs and other available social, medical and residential services. Also helps ensure that individuals and their caregivers are aware of the various living options, care options, and supportive services available to them.

Offers information related to older adults and aging such as physical health, aging in place, fall prevention, caregiver support, financial well-being, and benefits and financial assistance programs.

Provides free legal assistance via phone regarding problems that affect older adults living in Ohio. Subject areas include civil law issues such as consumer problems, Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, subsidized housing, wills and estates. If the legal problem cannot be solved over the phone, the client may be referred to a private attorney who can provide the service. Also offers pamphlets on a variety of legal topics.

Provides information, education and referral for senior citizens. Some services include Golden Buckeye cards, HEAP application, and homestead tax exemptions.

Provides a variety of recreational and physical fitness activities, including fitness groups, recreational activities, public lectures and discussions, computer classes, field trips, and a computer lab.

Offers a membership association for older adults. Provides information and services. Services and information covered include caregiving, safety, housing, nutrition, legal issues and recreation. Lobbies and advocates on legislative, consumer and judicial matters that impact older adults.

Provides speakers on topics related to health and safety to community groups of 10 or more. Has over 24 topics available. Presentations are typically an hour. Early requests strongly recommended.

Guardianship program for severely mentally disabled persons who are identified by the mental health/developmental disabled systems for services. All referrals must go through clinical issues meetings or the case manager supervisor.

Provides a wide variety of activities, including gentle exercise classes (such as tai chi, yoga, chair volleyball and stretch & strength), group outings and trips, open art studio sessions, painting classes, bell choir, holiday parties, bingo, trivia, educational sessions, games and arts & crafts.

Provides assistance with Medicare consultation and insurance information, agency referrals, home visits for Home Delivered Meal client assessment, educational and health-related programs, non-medical home care agency listings, community resource lists and caregiver consultation and education.

Provides assistance with Medicare consultation and insurance information, agency referrals, home visits for Home Delivered Meal client assessment, educational and health-related programs, non-medical home care agency listings, community resource lists and caregiver consultation and education.

Internet resource that provides comparative information about nursing homes and assisted living facilities to help consumers, family members and professionals search for the appropriate facility to meet an individuals needs.

Provides assessment services that include consultation, evaluation, and planning a course of action for older adults. For enrolled individuals, care managers work with the client and his/her family, physicians, and other professionals (attorneys, etc.). Offers program options, makes recommendations for care, and arranges services.

Helps disabled older adults remain safe and independent at home. Prevents unnecessary nursing home placements. Consumer-Directed option gives consumers the option to serve as employer by hiring eligible individuals of their choice to provide their personal care services.

Provides outreach in the home, friendly visiting, and telephone reassurance for seniors.

Provides one-on-one information and assistance to aging adults and individuals with disabilities to help them identify their needs and preferences, and access community resources, benefit programs and other available social, medical and residential services. Also helps ensure that individuals and their caregivers are aware of the various living options, care options, and supportive services available to them.

Provides a wide range of programs and trips. Some of the activities include luncheons, book discussions, current events discussions, exercise, knitting, bridge, Tai Chi, card games, films, and special events.

Provides assistance with Medicare consultation and insurance information, agency referrals, home visits for Home Delivered Meal client assessment, educational and health-related programs, non-medical home care agency listings, community resource lists and caregiver consultation and education.

Program provides in-home alternatives to nursing home care for eligible individuals. Services include: a personal care plan to meet the individual's needs at home by arranging an appropriate mix of services to supplement care provided by family members and friends. Eligible services include: adaptive and assistive equipment, assistance in the home with health activities such as taking medications appropriately and other health-related activities, with case/care management, adult day care, chore service, home medical equipment and supplies, emergency response systems, home delivered meals, homemaker services, independent living assistance, minor home modifications, nutrition consultation, personal care services, medical and non-medical transportation. Program also administers the Pre-admission Review process that determines the level of care for persons who want to enter Medicaid-certified nursing homes and periodically offers vendors training on dealing with elderly/disabled individuals.

Provides one-on-one information and assistance to aging adults and individuals with disabilities to help identify a wide variety of needs and preferences, and to access community resources, benefit programs and other available social, medical and residential services. Also helps ensure that individuals and their caregivers are aware of the various living options, care options, and supportive services available to them.

Guardianship program for severely mentally disabled persons who are identified by the mental health/developmental disabled systems for services. All referrals must go through clinical issues meetings or the case manager supervisor.

Refers individuals with aging-related or disability-related issues to appropriate available services in the community to ensure that individuals' needs are fully met. Helps individuals find help for housing, transportation, in-home care, long term care, and other health and wellness services, including benefits screening.

Provides assistance with Medicare consultation and insurance information, agency referrals, home visits for Home Delivered Meal client assessment, educational and health-related programs, non-medical home care agency listings, community resource lists and caregiver consultation and education.