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ADRC is your one-stop access to the services and resources available!<\/p>\n
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Learn what ADRC can do for you today!<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/hssgaprod.wellsky.com\/assessments\/?WebIntake=2CBCF6CD-9412-4839-8EF8-5864FA6BA0F9″ url_new_window=”on” button_text=”ARDC Web Intake Form” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_bg_color=”#94119F” button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”2px” button_font=”|600|||||||” button_use_icon=”off” custom_margin=”15px|15px|15px|15px|true|true” custom_padding=”8px|20px|8px|20px|true|true” custom_css_before=”content:”;||background-color: #ddd;||width:2px;\t||height:43px;||display:inline-block;||opacity:1;||position:absolute;||left:0px;||top:1px;” custom_css_main_element=”width:100%;||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_padding=”||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Submit your information online to get started.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_class=” et_pb_row_fullwidth” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”100%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”100%” max_width_tablet=”100%” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|desktop” make_fullwidth=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Accordion” module_class=” et_pb_row_fullwidth” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”100%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”100%” max_width_tablet=”100%” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|desktop” make_fullwidth=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#000000″ _builder_version=”4.16″ toggle_level=”h6″ toggle_font=”||||||||” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Private Pay Options” open=”on” icon_color=”#9b9b9b” _builder_version=”4.16″ body_font=”||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Many of the Northeast Georgia Area Agency on Aging services are available through private pay. Please contact our toll-free number (800-474-7540) or complete the Online Referral Form below and get connected with an Options Counselor who can assist you with the referral process.<\/p>\n See the Private Pay Online Referral Form<\/a>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Adult Day Care” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Adult Day Care Centers are designed to provide care and companionship for seniors who need assistance or supervision during the day.\u00a0 The program offers relief to family members or caregivers and allows them the freedom to go to work, handle personal business or just relax while knowing their relative is well cared for and safe. Adult Day Care Services are available in all counties.\u00a0<\/p>\n The goals of the programs are to delay or prevent institutionalization by providing alternative care, to enhance self-esteem and to encourage socialization.\u00a0 There are two types of adult day care: adult day care and mobile adult day care.\u00a0<\/p>\n Services offered in conjunction with adult day care typically include social and therapeutic activities, training, and counseling.<\/p>\n Mobile Day Care services may be provided by staff who travel from a central location on a daily basis to various sites, primarily, but not limited to, rural areas.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Adult Protective Services\/Elder Abuse” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Aging Services, Adult Protective Services (APS) investigates all reports of abuse, neglect, and\/or exploitation of disabled adults (18-64) or elder persons (65+) who do not reside in long-term care facilities (community living arrangements, personal care homes, intermediate care or skilled nursing facilities) pursuant to the Disabled Adults and Elder Persons Protection Act, O.C.G.A. \u00a7\u00a7 30-5-1, et seq.<\/p>\n The APS Program receives reports of abuse, neglect and\/or exploitation through its Central Intake Unit. Seasoned APS field staff handles calls through a statewide toll-free number to determine if the referrals meet the critieria for APS to investigate a case. If the critieria are not met, referrals are made to community resources including those in the aging network.<\/p>\n APS Staff also provide public education, information and referral and outreach services to identify and prevent abuse, neglect and exploitation of older individuals.<\/p>\n For more information or to print a referral form to fax, go to the Georgia Department of Human Services website or call 1-866-55-AGING (24464) Press Option #3 for assistance.<\/p>\n Link to the website<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Advocacy” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The Area Agency on Aging advocates for the elderly in the Northeast Georgia region by monitoring, evaluating and commenting on all policies, programs, hearings, levies, and community actions which affect older persons. 1(800) 474-7540<\/p>\n Also the long term care ombudsman strives to improve the quality of life of residents in long term care facilities by serving as a mediator and problem solver for residents and their families.<\/p>\n \u00a0Call 1-866-55-AGING (24464) Press Option #1 for assistance.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Aging and Disability Resource Connection” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The Aging & Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) streamlines access to long-term care by serving as a one-stop for consumers’ aging and disability-related information, counseling, referral, and planning needs.\u00a0 With one phone call, anyone can be linked to programs and resources available in the region and\/or the state.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0Call 706-583-2546 or 1-800-474-7540<\/p>\n or<\/p>\n 1-866-55-AGING (24464) Press Option #2 for assistance<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Alzheimer Services” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Provides out-of-home day care and in-home respite care to assist Alzheimer’s Disease clients and their families.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Care Transitions” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The Care Transition Program is currently being provided in all counties in the NEGA region. The program provides individual options, benefits counseling and coaching techniques to targeted patients at risk for institutionalization and\/or re-admission to the hospital\/nursing facility in addition to providing information and assistance related to community living options rather than prematurely applying for nursing home Medicaid benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Caregiver Program” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n This program provides assistance to caregivers that are providing care in the home to care receivers who require\u00a0care and supervision on an ongoing basis.\u00a0 Services available include: respite care (in-and-out-of home), information and assistance; support groups, and adult day care.\u00a0 Services are also provided for grandparents raising grandchildren through the Kinship care Program.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Case Management” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n A service designed to provide consumers and their caregivers access to community resources.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”CCSP-Elderly Disabled Waiver (formerly known as CCSP)” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The Community Care Services (CCSP) helps people who are elderly and\/or functionally impaired to live in theirhomes and communities.\u00a0 CCSP offers community-based care as an alternative to nursing home placement.\u00a0<\/p>\n Community Care Services included:<\/p>\n 1.\u00a0 Adult Day Health<\/p>\n 2.\u00a0 Alternative Living Services<\/p>\n 3.\u00a0 Care Management<\/p>\n 4.\u00a0 Emergency Response System<\/p>\n 5.\u00a0 Community Care Health Services<\/p>\n 6. Home Delivered Services<\/p>\n 7.\u00a0 Personal Support Services<\/p>\n \u00a0For information on becoming a CCSP or Medicaid Provider, call 1 (800) 474-7540 for assistance.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Community Transitions (Formerly known as MFP)” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Community Transitions (Formerly known as “Money Follows the Person” (MFP) allows people in nursing homes or other long-term care institutions who are elderly or have physical or developmental disabilities to move out and receive services and supports to live in their own homes and communities. Money follows the individual by allowing the state to pay for long-term care in a home and community-based setting rather than an institutional setting by providing in-home services and supports. Care Transitions are available in all counties.\u00a0<\/p>\n In order to be eligible for Community Transitions, you must:<\/p>\n –Live in a nursing home or other institution for at least 60 days (with some exceptions), receiving long-term care<\/p>\n –Be a Medicaid recipient and Medicaid has paid for at least one day of care in the facility.\u00a0<\/p>\n –Meet institutional level of care<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Congregate Meals” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Meals provided in a group setting, such as a senior center.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Elder Legal Assistance” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Legal assistance, information, and community education on issues related to general legal concerns, public benefits, housing, and consumers claims, non-criminal cases, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Georgia Cares” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n GeorgiaCares is designed to educate and help seniors apply for all available benefits and advocate on behalf of the beneficiary.\u00a0 Included in GeorgiaCares are Georgia’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program(SHIP) and Senior Medicare Patrol(SMP).\u00a0 Trained volunteers help Medicare beneficiaries sort through the complexities of Medicare and related health insurance concerns.<\/p>\n Call 1-866-55-AGING (24464) Press Option #4 for assistance.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Home Delivered Meals” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Meals provided to temporarily or permanently homebound citizens.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Homemaker Services” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Assistance such as light housekeeping, shopping for personal items, money management, and preparation of meals for persons who are homebound.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Long Term Care Ombudsman” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The long term care ombudsman strives to improve the quality of life of residents in long term care facilities by serving as a mediator and problem solver for residents and their families.<\/p>\n \u00a0Call (706) 549-4850 or 1-866-55-AGING (24464) Press Option #1 for assistance.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”SCSEP-Senior Community Senior Employment Program” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Provides training and part-time subsidized employment and assistance to locate unsubsidized employment or low income persons age 55 years or older.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Personal Care Services” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Personal assistance, stand-by assistance, supervision or cues are given to persons unable to perfom routine grooming and personal care tasks.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Rental Complaints” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Many communities have local housing codes. These codes are local ordinances or laws that require owners of real property, including landlords, to maintain the property and make any necessary repairs. These codes typically require that residential property meet the minimum standards established in the code. The landlord’s responsibility is not only to deliver the rental property to the tenant in compliance with the housing codes but also to maintain compliance with the housing codes throughout the lease term. Tenants who are interested in filing a complaint can contact their local code enforcement agency to learn about the enforcement process. Please visit the Georgia Department of Community Affairs website to view a list of local counties and city code offices. A Landlord-Tenant Handbook is also available on this website.<\/p>\n Link to the website<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Respite Care” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n In-home respite and out-of-home respite is offered to provide a brief period of relief or rest for caregivers.\u00a0 It is provided by trained respite care aides for persons with a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or other debilitating related illness.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Senior Centers” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n A senior center is\u00a0a community facility where persons aged 60 or older\u00a0meet to pursue mutual interests, receive services, and take part\u00a0in activities that will enhance their dignity and quality of life, support their independence, and encourage their continued\u00a0involvement in and with the community.<\/span><\/p>\n A multi-purpose senior center is defined as a community\u00a0facility for the organization and provision of a broad\u00a0spectrum of services, which shall include, but not be\u00a0limited to, provision of\u00a0\u00a0health and wellness services (including mental health services), social, nutritional,\u00a0educational services, volunteer opportunities,employment and financial assistance, and the provision\u00a0of facilities for recreational activities for older\u00a0individuals.<\/span><\/p>\n Additional Info<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n NEGA Senior Centers:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n \nServices Available<\/h2>\n
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