Identifying what services are needed will help you find the right person or persons to do the job. Monroe County has an abundant array of services available to assist our aging population remain independent in their own homes. As a result, only one in five elderly calls nursing facility home. The following pages contain alternative solutions to nursing home placement. One or two meals a day are available and delivered to persons who qualify.
Most systems have an installation charge and monthly fee.
The following programs are available in Monroe County. In addition, other groups offer national response systems. For that information, call Elder Line at 274-8181. These organizations offer telephone contact on a regular basis to older persons who live alone. This large-print newsletter written especially for seniors contains helpful information on energy, community programs and other consumer tips.