Adult Day Care - A protective setting for those who cannot be left alone due to health care and social needs.

Caregiver Programs - Support for caregivers of older adults and some services for grandparents raising grandchildren.

Case Management - Assistance for families in assessing the needs of older adults and making arrangements for services to help them remain independent.

Elder Abuse Prevention Programs - Investigation into allegations of abuse, neglect and exploitation, and interventions in substantiated cases.

Emergency Response Systems - In-home 24-hour electronic alarm systems that enable homebound persons to summon emergency help.

Employment Services - Opportunities for older adults to explore employment options.

Financial Assistance - Counseling on financial management, prescription drug programs, Social Security benefits, food stamps, energy assistance and the like.

Home Health Services - Help with activities such as changing wound dressings, checking vital signs, cleaning catheters and providing tube feedings.

Home Repair - Programs that help keep housing in good repair, such as roofing, plumbing and insulation, in order to avoid major problems.

Home Modification - Renovations to increase the ease of use, safety, security and independence in the home.

Information and Referral/Assistance - Specialists provide assistance and links to available services and resources.

Legal Assistance - Advice and representation for certain legal matters such as government program benefits, tenant rights and consumer problems.

Nutrition Services - Home-delivered meals (Meals on Wheels) for the homebound and congregate meals in a senior center or other site where older adults can enjoy a meal and socialize with others.

Personal Care - Assistance for functionally impaired individuals with bathing, dressing, walking, eating, supervision, emotional security, and housekeeping.

Respite Care - A break for caregivers who provide ongoing supervision and care of a person with a functional impairment.

Senior Housing Options - Includes assisted living, retirement communities, nursing facilities, government assisted housing and shared housing.

Senior Center Programs - A variety of recreational and educational programs for older adults.

Telephone Reassurance - Regular contact and safety checks to homebound seniors and disabled persons by trained volunteers.

Transportation - Services for older adults or persons with disabilities who lack private transportation or who are unable to utilize public transportation.

Volunteer Services - Opportunities for older adults to provide telephone reassurance, friendly visits, insurance counseling and more.