Washington County Commission On Aging Inc

Nutrition programs consists of title iiic, senior nutrition, county add'l, voca, and need. Title iiic - provides to senior citizens who qualify for congregate nutrition services at various sites and also provides home delivered nutrition services throughout washington county maryland. Senior nutrition program - provides congregate, home-delivered, and shelf stable meals monday through friday to eligible seniors who are age 60 or older and live in washington county.

Health promotions, preventions, and education programs consists of covid-19 vac 5, mdoh-chw, senior center, senior fit, and gaming commission. Community health worker - this program is a partnership between the organization and meritus medical center. The program assists clients transitioning from the hospital to a community setting. Senior center - multi-service senior center that offers a variety of classes, programs and activities designed to provide a focal point for active, vibrant older persons. Gaming commission - proactive educational resource for many. A county wide educational program to support citizens to make educational and health conscious decisions. Program is conducted by a nurse. All programs provided are evidence based.

4a federal oaa programs (non-nutrition) consists of title iii b,d,e ombudsman and title iii a. Title iii - provides supportive services including; health education and trainning, informational, recreational, homemaker, referral services, and transportation services to facilitate access to supportive services. 4b ombudsman / elder abuse prevention programs consists of guardianship, state ombudsman, and senior medicare patrol (smp). Victims of crime assistance specialized services - elder abuse/disabilities grant - the purpose of this grant is to provide victim services for victims of elder abuse. Services include efforts that respond to: 1) emotional and physical needs of crime victims; 2) assist primary and secondary victims of crime to stabilize their lives after victimization; 3) assist victims to understand and participate in the criminal justice system; and 4) provide victims with a measure of safety and security as appropriate to their victimization. Guardianship - the organization serves as a court appointed guardian for qualifying individuals aged 65 and over who are incapable of making decisions for themselves and who have no family or friends to assist them. State ombudsman - the organization serves as an overseer for residents of long-term care facilities to help them maintain their legal rights and keep control over their lives and personal dignity. Senior medicare patrol (smp) - grant from the state of maryland whose purpose is to reduce the amount of federal and state funds lost due to health insurance fraud by increasing the public's ability to detect and report possible fraud, waste, and abuse. 4c volunteer programs 4d other programs consists of info / technology, retired and senior volunteer program, fundraising, and general fund. Retired and senior volunteer program - serves as a clearinghouse for volunteer opportunities in washington county for individuals 55 years of age and older. General fund and other various programs not otherwise specified.