{"id":152,"date":"2024-07-30T08:21:53","date_gmt":"2024-07-30T08:21:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/?page_id=152"},"modified":"2024-09-12T06:14:57","modified_gmt":"2024-09-12T10:14:57","slug":"programs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/programs\/","title":{"rendered":"Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_40fdd9ea height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_8d5aa4e2\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1>Our members provide <span style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg, rgba(244,242,239,0) 52%, rgba(249,207,57,1) 52%);\">vital<\/span> <span style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg, rgba(244,242,239,0) 52%, rgba(245,161,0,1) 52%);\">services<\/span> to older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers throughout Massachusetts.<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_8b7c1c63 has_text_color\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Whether you\u2019re an older adult, a family member, or a caregiver, our member agencies offer programs and resources to help you and the people you care for live their best lives in their community of choice for as long as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_ea741e91 height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_2 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_middle type_default stacking_default\" style=\"--columns-gap:1.2rem;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_365c31de\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-image align_center\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"535\" height=\"643\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Information-Referral-Image.png.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full lazyload\" alt=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Information-Referral-Image.png.webp 535w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Information-Referral-Image-250x300.png.webp 250w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Information-Referral-Image-83x100.png 83w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 535px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 535\/643;\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><h2 class=\"w-text us_custom_fa625d66 has_text_color\"><span class=\"w-text-h\"><span class=\"w-text-value\">Information &amp; Referral<\/span><\/span><\/h2><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_c994aafd has_text_color\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Navigating all of the programs and services offered by the ASAPs and AAAs in Massachusetts can be overwhelming. We recommend that you begin by using our member lookup tool to contact your local agency and speak with an Information &amp; Referral specialist. These specialists will provide you with all of the information needed to make the right decision.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_left\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1 yellow_button us_custom_d2199d32\" href=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/members\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Member Lookup<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_717e1c48 height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row us_custom_95dcdfe8 via_grid cols_5-1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\" style=\"--columns-gap:3rem;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_949679ef\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Explore some of the <span style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg, rgba(244,242,239,0) 45%, rgba(249,207,57,1) 45%);\">key programs<\/span> available throughout Massachusetts<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_9c2e873b ourr-mission-sectionesss has_text_color\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>The Mass Aging Access network agencies offer the following core programs and services. Please contact your local agency for more information about these services and supports.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_6c8df021 faq_section has_text_color style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"vc58\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-vc58\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Adult Foster Care<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_2377450d\" id=\"content-vc58\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">This statewide program enables qualifying MassHealth members age 16 and older with a disability, or 60 and older without a disability, to receive support at home from a paid caregiver.\u00a0 The program provides personal care assistance, case management, and nursing supervision, among other services.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2463 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Adult-Foster-Image-300x245.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Adult-Foster-Image-300x245.png 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Adult-Foster-Image.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Adult-Foster-Image-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_98f79d9f faq_section style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"ccdd\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-ccdd\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Behavioral Health<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_e16865cd\" id=\"content-ccdd\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">Programs offer support with grief, depression, loss, hoarding, and other behavioral health challenges. They connect older adults and their caregivers with case management and a variety of programs, including Behavioral Health Outreach for Aging Populations (BHOAP), Advocacy &amp; Navigating Care in the Home with Ongoing Risks (ANCHOR), Clutter Reduction Support Program (CRSP), and Buried in Treasures Group Support.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2462 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Behavioral-Health-Image-300x245.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Behavioral-Health-Image-300x245.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Behavioral-Health-Image.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Behavioral-Health-Image-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_6846863c faq_section style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"p6e1\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-p6e1\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Case Management<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_e16865cd\" id=\"content-p6e1\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">Case management services ensure that as your needs change, your care plan changes with you, providing you with the specific programs and services you want or need to support your independence. Case management includes developing person-centered care plans for programs such as Home Care, Senior Care Options, and One Care.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2461 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Case-Management-Image-300x245.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Case-Management-Image-300x245.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Case-Management-Image.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Case-Management-Image-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_7d2680ee faq_section style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"z052\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-z052\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Clinical Assessments<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_e16865cd\" id=\"content-z052\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">Clinical assessments can determine eligibility for programs offering long-term care services and supports, including many of the programs and services listed here.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2460 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Clinical-Assessments-Image-1-300x245.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Clinical-Assessments-Image-1-300x245.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Clinical-Assessments-Image-1.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Clinical-Assessments-Image-1-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_b4aaadff faq_section style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"r9d2\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-r9d2\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Community Transition Liaison Program (CTLP)<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_e16865cd\" id=\"content-r9d2\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">CTLP staff assist adults age 22 or older who are living in a nursing home but wish to return to a community setting.\u00a0 They connect the individual with state and local programs and services to support their independence and help facilitate their transition from the nursing facility back to the community.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2459 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Community-Transition-Image-300x245.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Community-Transition-Image-300x245.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Community-Transition-Image.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Community-Transition-Image-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_4b0aaf9d faq_section style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"b1a5\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-b1a5\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Family Caregiver Support Program<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_e16865cd\" id=\"content-b1a5\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">Being a caregiver for a loved one can be rewarding but can also be challenging.\u00a0 Through outreach, educational programs, support groups, respite care, and Memory Caf\u00e9s, family caregivers are provided with the foundation and ongoing support to be successful.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2458 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Family-Caregiver-Image-300x245.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Family-Caregiver-Image-300x245.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Family-Caregiver-Image.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Family-Caregiver-Image-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_bfff56b9 faq_section style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"pa05\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-pa05\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Health Insurance Counseling<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_e16865cd\" id=\"content-pa05\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">Understanding Medicare and other health insurance options can be overwhelming, but the ASAP network is there to help!\u00a0 SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone) counseling is a free service for those who have Medicare or are about to enroll in the program.\u00a0 Counselors provide unbiased professional information on available Medicare options and the costs and benefits of various plans.\u00a0 Specialists can also help you learn about Medicare Savings Programs which may cover some of your health-related costs and put money back into your pocket, and may also be able to provide information on other insurance options such as Senior Care Options (SCO) and One Care.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2457 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Health-Insurance-Image-300x245.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Health-Insurance-Image-300x245.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Health-Insurance-Image.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Health-Insurance-Image-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_bfff56b9 faq_section style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"b2ad\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-b2ad\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Housing<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_e16865cd\" id=\"content-b2ad\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">Older adults and their caregivers can receive information and assistance with a range of housing options including senior affordable housing, assisted living, rest homes, congregate housing, supportive housing, and other older adult housing options.\u00a0 Many of these programs offer onsite service coordination, health and wellness education, and engaging activities to enable aging in place and foster independence for as long as possible.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2456 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Housing-Image-300x245.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Housing-Image-300x245.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Housing-Image.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Housing-Image-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_6846863c faq_section style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"p9ee\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-p9ee\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">In-Home Services<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_e16865cd\" id=\"content-p9ee\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">A wide range of supports, including homemaker services, transportation, personal care assistance, companion services, and more, may be available, all of which are overseen by a case manager to ensure that the consumer\u2019s needs and preferences are met.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2455 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/In-Home-Services-Image-300x245.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/In-Home-Services-Image-300x245.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/In-Home-Services-Image.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/In-Home-Services-Image-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_7d2680ee faq_section style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"l0fe\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-l0fe\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Money Management<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_e16865cd\" id=\"content-l0fe\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">Trained volunteers are available to assist older adults manage their finances by developing a budget, and helping them to pay bills and balance their checkbooks.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2454 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Money-Management-Image-300x245.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Money-Management-Image-300x245.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Money-Management-Image.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Money-Management-Image-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_8d61dc4e faq_section style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"g7df\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-g7df\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Nutrition<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_e16865cd\" id=\"content-g7df\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">Congregate dining programs and home-delivered meals (commonly known as \u201cMeals on Wheels\u201d) provide nutritional support to address food insecurity and malnourishment, alleviate social isolation, and provide a vital daily wellness check.\u00a0 The menus are planned by a Registered Dietician to ensure they\u2019re nutritionally appropriate, with medically tailored meals available for those with specific health concerns such as diabetes or cardiac issues.\u00a0 Many providers also offer culturally appropriate meals including Vietnamese, Caribbean, Kosher, Latino, and Haitian menus, along with many other options.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2453 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Nutrition-Image-300x245.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Nutrition-Image-300x245.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Nutrition-Image.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Nutrition-Image-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_66c7c5db faq_section style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"pf7b\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-pf7b\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Ombudsman<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_e16865cd\" id=\"content-pf7b\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">Trained volunteers regularly visit long-term care facilities such as nursing homes and rest homes to address and mediate any concerns that the residents may have with staff or services at the facility.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2452 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Ombudsman-Image-300x245.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Ombudsman-Image-300x245.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Ombudsman-Image.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ombudsman-Image-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_d414ece3 faq_section style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"j991\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-j991\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Options Counseling<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_e16865cd\" id=\"content-j991\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">Whether you want to know your options now, or are simply planning for the future, Options Counselors can answer questions and provide information on housing, community supports, long-term care, and more.\u00a0 Their person-centered approach focuses on each consumer\u2019s wants and needs, to best enable them to maintain independence and remain in their community of choice.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2489 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Options-Counseling-Image-1-300x245.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Options-Counseling-Image-1-300x245.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Options-Counseling-Image-1.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Options-Counseling-Image-1-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs us_custom_2b5787bb faq_section style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_triangle cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"e106\"><button class=\"w-tabs-section-header\" aria-controls=\"content-e106\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Protective Services<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content us_custom_e16865cd\" id=\"content-e106\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p class=\"textest-sec\">Our members receive and investigate allegations of elder abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation. To report a case of known or suspected abuse anywhere in Massachusetts, call the Massachusetts Elder Abuse Hotline at 1-800-922-2275<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rest-seces alignnone wp-image-2450 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Protective-Services-Image-300x245.png.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Protective-Services-Image-300x245.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2024\/09\/Protective-Services-Image.png.webp 423w, https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Protective-Services-Image-100x82.png 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/245;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row us_custom_6a926aa6 via_grid cols_2-1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_middle type_default stacking_default\" style=\"--columns-gap:1.6rem;\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_0c28e3b2 has_text_color\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Additional programs and services are available. Please contact your local agency to learn about all of the options available near you!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_center\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_4 green_border_button\" href=\"https:\/\/agingaccess.org\/members\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Member Lookup<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_c62ffbe3 height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><p class=\"w-text us_custom_cb9fb470 has_text_color\"><span class=\"w-text-h\"><span class=\"w-text-value\">\u201cIt\u2019s like a family that came behind and helped. Having everybody there, and knowing you have a team behind you, and you can go through that person or individual\u2026 it helps to know that I\u2019m not in this on my own.\u201d<\/span><\/span><\/p><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_e1a7a7c6 testionamilas-seccc has_text_color\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #008443;\"><strong>\u2013 Testimonial from a consumer of Boston Senior Home Care<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Our members provide vital services to older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers throughout Massachusetts. 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