The Coventry Housing Authority recognized a need for a wide range of social services for elderly residents to prolong their ability to live independently. The Help at Home Program was designed to forestall or prevent nursing home placement and to decrease the need for hospitalizations, as well as to prolong physical and social independence. The elderly and disabled residents who participate are healthier, more secure and more engaged in activities. The program relies upon an enhanced Resident Service Coordinator model. The coordinator develops alliances and agreements with community service providers of assisted living services.
Food service is provided through community resources and supported by a volunteer network.
Plus Comprehensive Employment Training Program Helps Clients Prepare for Work Providence. The program offers case management services, a six-week job readiness program in English and Spanish, community work experience, job placement and retention services, and adult education services. The program also provides customers with the ability to interface with the state TANF agency. In less than one year, the program has had marked success. Since 1999, World of Work Plus has operated several offices where customers can receive services.