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LIGHTHOUSE-The Senior Center employs aides to provide up to 60 hours
a month of personal care (bathing, dressing, meal prep., etc.) and some
environmental services (light housekeeping, laundry, etc.) to enable elderly
and disabled persons to remain in their homes and be independent as long as
possible.
FAIR (Family Alzheimer's In-Home Respite)-Clients with a doctor's diagnosis
of Alzheimer's Disease or related dementia can receive up to 16 hours
a week of in-home respite care. Aides will do a variety of activities
with the client while the caregiver is given a much needed break. Fee
is based on income.
SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) Provides assistance
with insurance and Medicare questions.
Adult Day Care-The Senior Center provides several days a week of
day care for Alzheimer's or dementia patients. Vans pick up the
clients and take them to a day care facility for a day of stimulating
activities before returning them home again.
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