This program provides assistance to meet essential personal physical needs. There are ways that a relative can be relieved of caregiving duties for a short period of time. Some communities offer volunteer or paid respite care services which provide short-term, temporary care for an impaired older person to relieve the family members who provide daily care to their relative. There are services that can help in getting around the community. Transportation may be provided to and from the doctor's office or other medical services, community facilities and other services.
Help is also available in some communities in the form of escort services and shopping assistance.
Top of Page Additional Services Adult Day Care Adult day care services are available in some communities. This type of service provides social and some rehabilitative activities for the frail older person or disabled adult during the day in a community facility. Funds can be used for roofing, ramps, and insulation. Information and Referral Provides assistance to individuals to enable them to gain access to services. Top of Page Eligibility for Services To be eligible for services, you must be at least 60 years of age or 18 years of age with a disability.