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Weld County Area Agency on Aging
If you live in a long-term care setting, there might be a time where you need someone who can help you understand your rights. An ombudsman advocates for the rights of residents in assisted living communities and nursing homes. Ombudsmen work with residents to make sure they receive the care they want and need. They help residents maintain their quality of life and receive quality care in licensed long-term care communities. The Ombudsman program can help with: u Investigating and resolving complaints u Mediating conflicts u Finding a long-term care home u Providing unbiased consultation and education on the daily operations, resident rights, and regulations of long-term care homes.
Call for more information: (970) 498-7750.
The Larimer County Office on Aging (LCOA) is the Area Agency on Aging for Larimer County. The LCOA is federally designated to provide services and information under the Older Americans Act. It plans, funds and provides services for older adults and individuals 18 and older living with disabilities.
Caregiver Support Program
Provides support for individuals in a caregiver role for an older spouse, partner, parent or other family member. Provides individual consultations, respite assistance, and connections to support groups, counseling and classes.
Voucher Programs
Chore Voucher
Provides financial support for individuals age 60+ residing in Larimer County who are unable to perform the chores or tasks around their home due to limited physical ability or endurance.
In-Home Services Voucher
Provides light housekeeping and personal care assistance to help older adults remain in their homes and live in the community as independently as possible. The program serves adults age 60+ residing in Larimer County.
Call for more information: (970) 498-7750.
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Application Assistance
Medicare Savings Program and Long-Term Care Medicaid
Provides information about program benefits and eligibility; application assistance for Long-Term Care Medicaid and Medicare Savings Programs. The intent of this service is to assist individuals who are not already connected to a case management system and priority is given to individuals who are homebound.
