SENIOR HOMECARE PROGRAM | OSWEGO COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING

Provides eligible older persons with a variety of non-medical, in-home services that may help them to remain at home. Services include case management, housekeeping/chore assistance, personal care, and respite for caregivers.

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211 Central New York

Physical Address

70 Bunner Street, Oswego, NY 13126

Hours

Administrative hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4 PM Program hours: Vary; call for details

Fax

(315) 349-8413

Fax

(315) 349-8413

Application process

Call to apply; a case manager from the Office of Aging will then assess the persons needs and formulate a care plan

Fee

Varies; call for information

Eligibility

Oswego County residents ages 60 years or older who: - have functional limitations, unmet needs, and limited non-medical needs - can be maintained safely at home - are not eligible for similar services through other funding sources - meet income guidelines (based on income, may be required to share the cost)

Languages

Language interpretation services available

Service area

Oswego County, New York

Agency info

OSWEGO COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING

Provides information and referral services to senior citizens on housing, transportation, social security, health insurance, Medicare Part D and C, nutrition, food stamps, legal assistance, and other concerns. Sponsors home-delivered and congregate meals and recreation at senior nutrition sites. Helps with fuel assistance and other programs for older residents. Case management services provide comprehensive assessment of elderly needs/circumstances to obtain in-home services, including a care plan and follow up. Health insurance counseling is provided, including assistance with claims. Legal services, such as advice, counsel, and representation, are available.