Local Departments of Aging or Departments of Senior Services offer a variety of services which can include merchandise discount cards, home delivered meals, senior care, senior assisted housing, recreational and social activities, long term care facilities, senior information and assistance, seniors legal assistance, exercise/fitness programs, and educational information.
Delaware: Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical DisabilitiesEvents Calendars:
The calendar offers a listing of events taking place in surrounding counties each month. Many events are free or charge minimal admission.
Kent County, DE: Kent and Dover Visitors BureauNational Institute on Aging Publications
The National Institute on Aging offers a variety of publications addressing women's and men's health issues, caregivers, aging, safety, medications and supplements, planning, decision making, Alzheimer's disease, common health problems such as poor vision, diabetes, and high blood pressure, and situations faced by aging adults and their caregivers.
NIA Publication “So Far Away”
This publication offers in-depth answers to the twenty most common questions long-distance caregivers have because increasingly more, those in need of home care live far away from their families.
Life Line
Aimed to help seniors live alone independently, the lifeline device worn constantly connects the user with a trained professional at the touch of a button. The professional then sends the appropriate help (neighbor, ambulance, etc). Even if the client is unable to speak, help will be notified.
Guide to Retirement Living
The guide features a listing of nursing homes, assisted living centers, home health care agencies, adult day care agencies, Medicare/Medicaid assistance, and health resources. Also included are experts such as moving services, financial advisors, and legal advisors. Articles are featured in each issue discussing health concerns, tips for caregivers and staying at home, issues of interest to seniors, and much more.
http://www.retirement-living.com/
The Bus (CT Cruiser)
The Bus is a means of public transportation offered by Cecil County to benefit senior citizens. While anyone can ride The Bus, seniors over the age of 60 receive a discount of 50% on their fares making a trip only $1.50. The Bus has two loops, the Glasgow Connection and the Perryville Connection.
Glasgow Connection
Perryville Connection
Adult Day Care Services at Union Hospital
The Adult Day Care Program offers care for adults who cannot be left alone during the day but do not require full institutional care. Located in Elkton, it is a community-based service that provides the assistance and respite these families need, including those who must care for loved ones with Alzheimer's Disease. In addition to helping participants maintain or restore functioning, the Adult Day Care provides meals, medication management and a host of social activities. Transportation is provided to and from the Center, and financial assistance is available.
Adult Day Care Services at Union Hospital
Trinity Home Health Care is dedicated to providing the best personal care for our patients by trained professionals in the home health care field. We are committed to providing quality care of the highest standard to assure your loved one is in excellent hands.
