There are many options for the elderly in Massachusetts. You can look to services such as SHINE counselors and Home Instead Senior Care. There are also a number of different employment programs that focus on seniors. The Executive Office of Elder Affairs is also a partner with organizations like PACE or Senior Community Service Employment Programs. Here are a few examples from the many programs and services that are available in the state. Every state offers its own program and service, so it's easy to find one that is right for you.
Home Instead Senior Care
You can call Home Instead senior care if your parents require assistance with daily activities. The company provides non-medical help in the comfort of the client’s own home. Many of their services can be customized to fit individual preferences and needs. They want to make the process as smooth and enjoyable as possible. They are often family members, so your loved ones will never feel lonely. Learn more about Home Instead.
PACE
PACE is a Massachusetts elder care program that may suit your needs. PACE allows residents to care for their own health in the community and not in a nursing facility or other facility. It is composed of a group health care professionals working together to provide coordinated healthcare. Additionally, each team specializes on a limited number of residents so the caregivers get a better understanding of their patients. Some enrollees may be required to see a PACE-preferred physician.
Senior Community Service Employment Programs
Senior Community Services Employment Programs for older adults have been developed by both the Center for Social Innovation and Boston College Center on Aging and Work. They are federally-funded and state-administered programs which train and place older people in senior care jobs. These programs can help participants overcome barriers to employment, and promote physical and psychological well-being. This article gives a brief overview of SCSEP Massachusetts in elder care.
SHINE counselors
They are volunteers who have been trained to help people navigate the Medicare system. They are trained to help people with limited resources understand the Medicare system. These counselors can also assist you in making informed decisions about the best ways to pay for healthcare. The federal agency overseeing Medicare provides financial support for the SHINE Program. In kind, over 400 community-based groups provide support.
Administration on Aging
The Administration on Aging and elder care in Massachusetts provides a variety of services that support older adults' independence. Through the Home Care Program, the State offers in-home supportive care services, such as personal assistants and homemaker services. The Home Care Program provides a wide range of services including personal emergency assistance, home-delivered meal delivery, and other services. These services can be paid by the participant or provided by a friend or family member.