Care Coordination Case Management

WHAT IS SCSBG/CARE COORDINATION? The Senior Community Services Block Grant/Care Coordination program is intended to assist seniors who need minimal service to continue their independent living arrangements at home or who are financially or medically ineligible for other home care programs.

WHO COORDINATES AND ADMINISTERS THE PROGRAM? Care Coordination is funded by a Senior Community Services Block Grant allocated to the Area Agency on Aging District 7, Inc., from the Ohio Department of Aging.

WHO MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR SCSBG/CARE COORDINATION? Individuals who are 60 years of age or older, reside in the ten county service area, and meet financial and need requirements. Eligibility is determined after an assessment completed by an assessor from the Area Agency on Aging.

CARE COORDINATION SERVICES:  Home-Delivered Meals, Personal Care, Homemaker, Alzheimer's Respite, Medical Transportation, Case Management

WHAT IS THE COST? Most eligible seniors who are enrolled will find they have no charge for the provided services. Those above the established financial guidelines--based on the federal poverty guidelines--may share in the costs of the provided services. The amount will be determined at the initial assessment and agreed upon before services begin.

HOW TO GET STARTED? Anyone can refer an older adult for services by calling 1-800-582-7277. After the referral information is taken, a face-to-face assessment with the prospective consumer will be scheduled for a later date. If an individual is determined to be ineligible for Care Coordination, other referrals or services could be discussed with the individual.

Most of the services listed are available in all counties. However, there are some exceptions. Check with the Area Agency on Aging for specifics.