{"id":2153,"date":"2023-07-18T13:13:25","date_gmt":"2023-07-18T17:13:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happierathome.com\/dev_staging\/?p=2153"},"modified":"2023-07-18T13:13:25","modified_gmt":"2023-07-18T17:13:25","slug":"title-resources-for-independent-living","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happierathome.com\/dev_staging\/title-resources-for-independent-living\/","title":{"rendered":"Resources for Independent Living"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Resources to Support Independent Living<\/u><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Living independently means maintaining dignity and the desired quality of life as we age.\u00a0Remaining at home while maintaining your needs that keep you happy, healthy, and safe is challenging.\u00a0It is important to understand the many available resources available to live at home and independently for seniors, the vulnerable, and their families. This understanding and knowledge of resources will ensure peace of mind and allow for the correct decision-making in the event of a crisis; there are many programs and associations dedicated to helping seniors in every aspect of their lives.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rochester, NY Online Resources:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. The Elder Pages<\/a> which is a service of GRAPE, Greater Rochester Area Partnership for the Elderly, provides information on care management, food and nutrition, housing, and more!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. New York Connects<\/a> administered by Lifespan is a great resource for long-term care for seniors and those who may be disabled.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    National Online Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    1. The County Office of the Aging\/ Area Agency on Agings<\/a> is often the first place to start. Here you can find information that includes, but is not limited to home services resources, health insurance counseling, financial counseling, and transportation information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Senior Centers are great options for discussing multiple resources simultaneously in meeting areas for the Office of the Aging. They also offer many programs, such as transportation, wellness, social activities, and educational programs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. A great resource to make sure your family is getting the proper amount of food is Meals on Wheels<\/a>, especially if there is difficulty leaving the house.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. US Department of Veteran Affairs The\u00a0US Department of Veteran Affairs<\/a>\u00a0<\/a><\/span>has information on home and community services, residential settings, nursing homes, paying for long-term care, and caregiver support. Listings for each state can be found here:\u00a0US Department of Health and Human Services.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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