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.

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.

Program provides in-home alternatives to nursing home care for low-income seniors. 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.

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 information and referral of social services and benefits information to older adults. Will provide assessments in the home for residents when needed. Offers counseling to help seniors cope with life-style changes, personal, marital, and family problems. Assist with forms completion and maintains a registry of chore service providers

Maintains information about resources that are appropriate for older adults. Links individuals who are in need of specialized services with appropriate resources.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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 a variety of recreational activities and personal enrichment programs for seniors. Activities and programs include, but are not limited to, exercise classes, line dancing, book clubs, pinochle, canasta, bridge and other games, health and safety presentations, trips, luncheons, gardening, and special events. Offers a group called BV 60+ where members plan group activities and outings. Offers computer tutoring sessions where tutors will answer students questions and teach computer skills such as basic skills, E-mail, and the Internet.

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.

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.

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.

Offers outreach services and information and referral for seniors. Will provide assistance with filling out and understanding various forms. Legal assistance is offered.

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 information and referral of social services and benefits information to older adults. Will provide assessments in the home for residents when needed. Offers counseling to help seniors cope with life-style changes, personal, marital, and family problems. Assist with forms completion and maintains a registry of chore service providers

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 a University-wide, interdisciplinary Center that offers numerous continuing education opportunities focusing on aging and health issues for professionals and the public. Programming includes workshops, conferences, and seminars throughout the year. All provide professional CEU's to health and social work practitioners. Also offers a graduate level certificate in Gerontology. The Center also participates collaboratively in Research efforts about Aging and Health with other University Departments/Schools. Also offers a certificate program in Gerontology.

Helps individuals and their families explore options and develop plans to care for older adults. Program helps to identify a loved one’s strengths, needs, concerns and preferences; to establish goals and implement a plan of care; to connect individuals to community resources and government benefit programs; to coordinate doctor appointments, transportation, and caregiver services. Services include counseling to help cope with issues associated with aging, such as changes in independence, health problems, dementia, death of a loved one, isolation, and family dynamics. Counseling is also available for coping with mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression.

Refers individuals who have long-term care service and support needs or related issues to appropriate available services in the community. Helps individuals find resources for transportation, in-home care, long-term care, benefits eligibility screening, and other health and wellness services. Limited information about housing resources may be available on the searchable website.

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.