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FALL 2014 IT IS WITH PRIDE AND PLEASURE that I share the latest

edition of the Frederick County Department of Aging’s resource directory known as the “Blue Book.” This publication is made possible through a collaborative partnership between The Gazette and the Frederick County Department of Aging. It is this partnership that allows the Department of Aging to provide this resource directory to you without expense to the Frederick County Government, and I extend my appreciation to The Gazette and to the advertisers for their assistance. I also want to thank the Department of Aging staff for ensuring that the information contained in this resource guide is accurate and relevant.

THIS PUBLICATION’S LONGEVITY and requests for distribution are a reﬂection on how it

continues to be an important resource for many people in Frederick County. It is updated annually to showcase relevant and current information for citizens who face diverse challenges, interests, and needs, as well as a multi-generational population that spans ages 18 to 90+. Within its pages, you will ﬁnd information about public and private resources and opportunities.

THE FREDERICK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF AGING serves as the Maryland Access

Point (MAP) for Frederick County older adults, persons with disabilities, and the family members or caregivers who support them. MAP is a single point of entry for access to information, referral, and awareness; options counseling, advice and assistance; streamlined eligibility determination for public programs; and person-centered transition support. This approach to accessing health related supports and services has a direct impact on case management, including an increase in the number of inquiries, as well as actual hands-on administration of programs.

THE FREDERICK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF AGING is responsible for providing services,

ensuring the quality of and identifying gaps in service areas, and assisting in the development of new initiatives to meet ever-increasing demands for all types of services. The tremendous growth in the older adult population over the next 20 years will place precedent-setting demands on all agencies, not just Aging agencies. This will necessitate cooperation, collaboration, and creativity to meet expanding needs in both the public and private sectors.

WE RELY ON YOUR EXPERIENCES to help create a vibrant department, and your partici-

pation in Department of Aging programs is a key ingredient to enhancing the quality of life for everyone in Frederick County. Sincerely,

Carolyn B. True, Director Frederick County Department of Aging

1934998

Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Aging is to develop and administer programs and activities that support Frederick County older adults and adults with disabilities in their efforts to remain healthy, active and independent members of the community, and to provide, coordinate and advocate for services which promote the dignity and enrichment of life for all seniors, persons with disabilities, families and caregivers.

Board of County Commissioners of Frederick County, Maryland Blaine R. Young, President C. Paul Smith, Vice President Billy Shreve David P. Gray Kirby Delauter All entries are based on responses from businesses, agencies, organizations and individuals serving Frederick County. The Frederick County Department of Aging does not assume responsibility for data provided by them, and the listings may not represent all the businesses and organizations serving seniors. If you would like to be considered for a listing in future directories, please contact the Department of Aging at (301) 600-1605 to be added to the mailing list. Frederick County retains sole discretion to decide which entities or individuals will be listed. Advertisements in this publication help to underwrite the costs. Frederick County does not endorse or warrant the services or products being advertised. Thanks to the Department of Aging staff who helped produce this directory. Thanks also to Gazette Publishing Company for its successful partnership with the Department of Aging. COVER IMAGE: ISTOCKPHOTO/MORDOLFF

UPDATED FALL 2014

TABLE OF CONTENTS BENEFITS AT A GLANCE INFORMATION/ASSISTANCE

Alzheimer’s Association Department of Aging Caregiver Support Program Department of Aging/MAPInformation and Assistance Eldercare Locator FCAA - Outreach Project Frederick County Commission on Aging Frederick County Commission on Disabilities Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs

Sunset Ridge Assisted Living Tranquillity at Fredericktowne Warm Heart Family Assisted Living, Inc.

ASSISTIVE DEVICES

12-17

28 28-29

BP Gamma Medical Goodwill Industries Home Care Services by Edenton Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT)/ Maryland Relay

CARE COORDINATION

18 19 19

Alzheimer’s Association Department of Aging Caregiver Support Program DSS - Project Home/AIDS

ADULT DAYCARE

Daybreak Adult Day Services, Inc. 21 Uniﬁed Community Connections (Formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Central MD, Inc. (UCP)) 21

CONTINUING CARE COMMUNITIES Buckingham’s Choice Record Street Home, The

ASSISTED LIVING

Bethany Living II 22 Buckingham’s Choice 22 Copper Ridge 22-23 Country Meadows Retirement Community 23 Cozy Care Assisted Living 23-24 Devotion Assisted Living 24-25 Edenton Retirement Community 25 HeartFields Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s Facility 25-26 Homewood at Crumland Farms 26 Lorien Mt. Airy Assisted Living 26 Odyssey Assited Living at Montevue 26 Record Street Home, The 27 Somerford Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s Care 27 Sunrise Senior Living of Frederick 27-28

29 30 30 30 30 31 31 31 32 32

DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

The Arc of Frederick County, Inc. 32 Community Living, Inc. 34 Uniﬁed Community Connections (Formerly United Cerebral Palsy of 34 Central MD, Inc. (UCP))

DRIVER SAFETY/EDUCATION

MVA Maryland Highway Safety Ofﬁce (Formerly Mid Western Region Trafﬁc 34 Safety Coalition)

DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

AA-Eastern Mobility, Inc. BP Gamma Medical Federated Charities Frederick Medical Supplies, Inc. Total Mobility Services Whitesell Pharmacy

35 35 35 36 36 36

TABLE OF CONTENTS Religious Coalition for Emergency Human Needs Renters’ Property Tax Credit SSA - Social Security SSA - Supplemental Security Income (SSI) State of Maryland Maryland Income Tax

ELDER ABUSE/PROTECTIVE SERVICES

Department of Aging Ombudsman Program 37 DSS - Adult Protective 38 Services (APS) Frederick County Sheriff’s Ofﬁce Victim Services Unit 38-39 Frederick Police Department Victim Services Unit 39 Heartly House, Inc. 39

FURNISHINGS/CLOTHING Goodwill Industries The Salvation Army

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE

1Call4Help, LLC 39 American Red Cross 40 Department of Aging Emergency Assistance 40 Frederick County Hotline 40 Frederick Rescue Mission 40-41 Religious Coalition for Emergency Human Needs/ 42-44 Food Banks Salvation Army, The 44 St. Vincent de Paul Society 44-45

53 54 54

Abilities Network 54 Community Alternative 56 Mediation, Inc. (CALM) Frederick County 56 Human Relations Department The Freedom Center, Inc., The 56 Habitat ReStore 56-57 Partners in Care 57 United Way of Frederick County 57 University of Maryland Extension 57

HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION

Frederick County Workforce Services 46 Goodwill Industries 46-47 Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS/OBVS) 47 FCAA-Home Energy Program

GENERAL SERVICES

EMPLOYMENT

ENERGY ASSISTANCE

50 51 51-52

Department of Aging - Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)/Senior Medicare Patrol 58 Maryland Health Connection 58 Medicare Part A & B 58

HEALTH SERVICES

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Alzheimer’s Association American Cancer Society American Diabetes Association American Heart Association American Lung Association in Maryland Arthritis Foundation

DSS - Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB)/Specified Low-Income 48 Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB) Homeowners’ Property Tax Credit 48 Internal Revenue Service Federal Income Tax 49 Money Management International 50

59 59 59 60 60 60

TABLE OF CONTENTS DSS - Project Home/Adult Foster Care 73-74 Edenton Retirement Community 74 FCAA - Housing Counseling 74 Frederick County Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) 75 Frederick Rescue Mission Beacon House 76 Housing Authority of the City of Frederick 76 Interfaith Housing Alliance, Inc. 76-77 Lincoln on the Park Apartments Emmitsburg 77 Rebuilding Together of Frederick County 77 Seton Village Apartments 78 Taney Village Apartments 78 Uniﬁed Community Connections (Formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Central MD, Inc. (UCP)) 78 Victoria Park at Walkersville 78

Community Health Charities of Maryland 61 Department of Aging Health Related Services 14-15,61 DSS - Medical Assistance Program Medicaid 62 Fittings By Michele 62 FMH - Diabetes Center 62 FMH - Home Health Services 63 FMH - Physician Finder 63 FMH Select! 64 FCAA - Access to Care Program (ATC) 64 FCAA - Medbank 64 FCAA - School-Based Health Center Program 66 FCHD - Adult Evaluation and Review Services (AERS) 66 FCHD - Community Health Division 66-67 FCHD - Dental Program 67-68 FCHD - Preventative Health Program 68 HomeCall-Frederick 68 Hospice of Frederick County 68-69 Mission of Mercy 69-70 National Multiple Sclerosis Society 70 Religious Coalition for Emergency Human Needs 70 Social Security Administration Medicare 70-71 Whitesell Pharmacy 71

HOSPITAL

Frederick Memorial Hospital, Inc.

HOUSING

Brunswick House Apartments Catoctin View & Catoctin Manor Apartments Creekside at Tasker’s Chance

IDENTIFICATION

Maryland Identiﬁcation Card (MVA) 79

IN-HOME SERVICES

72 73 73 73

Baker Rehab Group 79 DSS - In-Home Aide Services 79 First Care Nursing Services, Inc. 80 FCHD - Medicaid Personal Care Program (MAPC) 80 FMH - Home Health Services 80-81 Helping Hands In-Home Care, Inc. 81 HomeCall-Frederick 82 Home Care Services by Edenton 82 Home Instead Senior Care 82-83 Maxim Healthcare Services 83 Options for Senior America Corp. 84 Right At Home 84

TABLE OF CONTENTS Charlotte Hall Veterans Home 96 Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center 98 Genesis Healthcare 98 College View Center Copper Ridge 98 Glade Valley Center 99 Golden Living Center - Frederick 99 Homewood at Crumland Farms 100 Lorien-Mt. Airy Nursing 100 and Rehabilitation Center Northampton Manor Healthcare Center 100 St. Joseph’s Ministries/ St. Catherine’s Nursing and Rehab 100-101 The Vindobona Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 101

Senior Care Program 84-85 Department of Aging/DSS Shepherd’s Staff In-Home Care 85-86 Uniﬁed Community Connections (Formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Central MD, Inc. (UCP)) 86 Visiting Angels 86

LAW ENFORCEMENT

Frederick County Sheriff’s Ofﬁce Community Services 87 Frederick Police Department Victim Services Unit 87

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Adult Basic Education Program (FCC) 87 American Red Cross 87 FCC-Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR+55) 91 Frederick Community College 87,90,91 Frederick County Public Libraries 88,90 Hood College 92 Mount Saint Mary’s University 92 Mount Saint Mary’s University 93 Frederick Campus University of Maryland Extension 93

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

Brook Lane 102 FCHD - Community Mental Health Services 102-103 FCHD - FC Substance Abuse Program 103-104 Hospice of Frederick County Support Groups 104 Mental Health Association of Frederick County 104 MHA - Counseling Services 105 MHA - Frederick County Hotline 105 MHA - Telephone Reassurance Program 106 Mental Health Management Agency 106 Way Station, Inc. 106

LEGAL SERVICES

Community Alternative Mediation, Inc. (CALM) Department of Aging Senior Legal Services Maryland Legal Aid Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service OAG - Consumer Protection Division Register of Wills for Frederick County

94 94 94-95 95

NUTRITION SERVICES

95 96

LONG TERM CARE/REHAB CENTERS Buckingham’s Choice

Department of Aging Meals on Wheels Department of Aging Senior Dining Program DSS - Food Supplement Program

107 107-108 108-109

TABLE OF CONTENTS FCAA - Frederick Soup Kitchen/ Food Banks University of Maryland Extension

OUTREACH SERVICES

Abilities Network Frederick Community Action Agency (FCAA) Seton Center, Inc.

109 109 110 110 110

PHONE SERVICES

Department of Aging Phone Loan Program Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT)/ Maryland Relay

110 110

RECREATION

Frederick County Parks and Recreation 111 Senior Recreation Council Middletown Valley People 112 Helping People Mount Saint Mary’s University 112 YMCA of Frederick County 112

RETIREMENT ASSOCIATIONS

AARP 113 Frederick County Retired School Personnel Association 114 National Active & Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) 114

RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES

Buckingham’s Choice 115 Country Meadows Retirement Community 115 Edenton Retirement Community 116 Homewood at Crumland Farms 116-117 Homewood at Willow Ponds 117

SENIOR CENTERS

Department of Aging Senior Centers and Sites

118

TRANSPORTATION

119

Butler Medical Transport, LLC Para-Med Medical Transportation, Inc. Partners in Care TransIT Services of Frederick County

119 120 120

VETERANS AFFAIRS

122

Charlotte Hall Veterans Home Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs

122

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Department of Aging 122 Community Alternative 122 Mediation, Inc. (CALM) Frederick County Commission on Aging 122 Hospice of Frederick County 122 Partners in Care 122 The Religious Coalition for 122 Emergency Human Needs Seniors and Law Enforcement 122-123 Together (SALT) Uniﬁed Community Connections (Formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Central MD, Inc. (UCP)) 123

VOTING Frederick County Board of Elections

123-124

WEATHERIZATION/HOME REPAIR FCAA - Weatherization Program Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County, MD

AREA AGENCIES ON AGING IN MARYLAND

124-125 125 126-129

Now You Can Stay Right Where You Are We can Help You In The Comfort of Your Own Home or Assisted Living Community With: • • • • • •

Bathing/Hygiene & Dressing Medication Reminders & Administration Door To Door Transportation Meal Planning & Preparation Light Housekeeping/ Laundry and so much more Care Available for 1 hour up to 24 hours a day

Serving Frederick and the Surrounding Counties for over 11 years

Call today and schedule a FREE in-home consultation.

301-696-1122 or visit www.rightathome.net/centralmd 550 Highland Street, suite 110 RSA Lic No. R2343

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May have income and criteria guidelines

Benefits Checkup

IIndividual $972.50 or less ($11,670 per year) Couple $1,310.83 or less ($15,730 per year)

Individual $1,702 or less Couple $2,294

Individual $958 or less (net income) Couple $2,586 or less (net income)

Federal Poverty Income Guidelines

Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP) / Electric Universal Service program (EUSP)

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

(A service of the National Council on Aging)

MONTHLY INCOME GUIDELINES

PROGRAM NAME

12 Medical and housing deductions considered.

No test

May have asset guidelines (checking/savings accounts, retirement, etc.)

ANNUAL ASSET GUIDELINES

Assists in paying for food. For information or to apply, call the Frederick County Department of Social Services at 301-600-4575.

Provides assistance with costs related to heating and electric bills. www.marylandsail.org 301.600.2410 / 301.600.1605

Find programs that can help pay for prescription drug, healthcare, meals, utility bills. www.benefitscheckup.org

PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS AND CONTACT

For additional information about these programs, call Maryland Access Point (MAP) of Frederick County at 301-600-1605. The income and asset eligibility guidelines were effective as of July 1, 2014. However, these guidelines change. Check with MAP for the latest figures. Assistance in completing applications is available.

BENEFITS OFFERED BY COUNTY, STATE & FEDERAL RESOURCE PROGRAMS

BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

Gross income of household must be $70,000 or less.

Plan is based on relationship between rent and income.

State of Maryland Renter’s Tax Credit Program

Plan is based on relationship between property taxes and income; combined gross household income cannot exceed $60,000.

Frederick County Senior Tax Credit

AND Frederick County Supplemental Tax Credit

State of Maryland Homeowner’s Property Tax Credit Program

13 Net worth is less than $200,000.

Net worth is less than $200,000.

Net worth is less than $200,000 (excluding property on which you are seeking credit and case value of IRAs or qualified retirement savings plans).

800.944.7403 301.815.3550

Apply no later than September 1 of each year.

Provides tax credit up to $750 a year for renters who meet certain requirements on rent paid within the calendar year.

Based on MD Homeowner’s Property Tax Credit application Must be 65 years or older.

Allows a credit against the homeowner’s property tax bill if property taxes exceed a fixed percentage of the person’s gross income. No age restrictions. Credit applicable only to dwelling which is your permanent residence. Apply before July property tax is due, but no later than September 1 of each year. 800.944.7403 301.815.3550

BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

Individual $1,458 ($17,496/year)

Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage (Part D) Low-Income Subsidy Extra Help

Community Options Waiver Community First Choice

Individual $2,917 ($35,004/year) or less Couple $3,932 ($47,184/year) or less Guidelines increase for larger households.

Maryland Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program (SPDAP)

Clients must meet both Medicaid financial and medical criteria.

Couple $1,966 ($23,592 a year)

MONTHLY INCOME GUIDELINES

PROGRAM NAME

$13,340 $26,860

No test

ANNUAL ASSET GUIDELINES

Assisted living and in-home Programs enable adults to remain in a community setting even through their physical condition or disability would warrant placement in a longterm care facility. Call 301-600-1657.

Federal program that will help with costs associated with your Medicare prescription drug program. Apply online @ ssa.gov. or call: DSS: 301.600.4575 DoA: 301.600.1605

State program that will help with Medicare drug plan premium and with prescription costs during the “Donut Hole” or coverage gap when full coverage is temporarily suspended. www.marylandspdap.com 800.551.5995 / 301.600.1605

PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS AND CONTACT

BENEFITS OFFERED BY COUNTY, STATE & FEDERAL RESOURCE PROGRAMS

BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

Individual: $993 Couple: $1,331

Individual: $1,333 Couple: $1,790

Speciﬁed LowIncome Medicare Beneﬁciary Program (SLMB)

Individual $350 Couple $392

Medical Assistance (Medicaid)

Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Program (QMB)

Clients must meet Medicaid financial criteria and need assistance with at least 2 activities of daily living (ADLs).

Community Personal Assistance Services

State program that will pay only Medicare B premium. DSS: 301.600.4575 DoA: 301.600.1605

State program that will pay Medicare Part A &B premium and may pay some other costs as well. DSS: 301.600.4575 DoA: 301.600.1605

Individual: $8,440 Couple: $13,300

Covers physicians, hospital, and prescription drug services. Requires documentation of disability. Individuals can “spend down” to this level to be eligible. Call Frederick County Department of Social Services: 301-600-4575. DoA: 301.600.1605

Programs enable adults to remain in a community setting even through their physical condition or disability would warrant placement in a long-term care facility. Call 301-600-1657.

$2,500 $3,000

BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Individual: $60,500 or less per year

Accessible Homes for Seniors

Individual $0 - 721 Couple $0 - 1,082

Couple: $68,750 or less per year

MONTHLY INCOME GUIDELINES

PROGRAM NAME

$2,000 $3,000

No asset test

ANNUAL ASSET GUIDELINES

Program to assist adults and children with disabilities, having limited income and resources, & those 65 and older who meet financial limits. New initiative for individuals with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, generally diagnosed under the age of 65 years old. 800.772.1213 / 301.695.4049

Provides zero-interest loans to modify a home space for senior (age 55 or older) living. Loan payments are deferred for 30 years or until the sale or transfer of ownership of the home. If the senior resides in home of a relative, eligibility is based on the owner’s income. Application available at www.mdhousing.org or by calling 1-800-756-0119.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS AND CONTACT

BENEFITS OFFERED BY COUNTY, STATE & FEDERAL RESOURCE PROGRAMS

BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

Individual: May be as high as $69,972 per year.

Employed Individuals with Disabilities (EID) Program

Couple: $15,000 or less in countable resources.

Individual: $10,000 or less in countable resources.

$14,000

$11,000

Division of Eligibility and Waiver Services: 410-767-7090 The Freedom Center at 301-846-7811

The EID Program provides health insurance for qualified employed persons age 18-64 who are disabled. Persons with private health insurance or Medicare may still qualify for EID. Participants pay a monthly premium from $0-55, depending on income.

Case managed, in-home services program for individuals 65 and older, moderate to severely disabled. Call 301-600-2635

www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/aging

301.600.1605

Please remember these guidelines change. Check with MAP for the latest information.

Couple: May be as high as $94,092 per year.

Individual $2,739 Couple $3,581

Senior Care Program

BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

INFORMATION/ASSISTANCE Alzheimer’s Association

Eligibility: Anyone providing care or

assistance to a person age 60 or older, or a person of any age with dementia. Also grandparents or other relatives age 55 or older caring for either a child under 18, or an adult child with disabilities between the ages of 19-59.

Greater Maryland Chapter Western Maryland Region

See complete listing under Health Services

Department of Aging

Cost: None

Caregiver Support Program

1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-6001 Fax: (301) 600-3554 deptofaging@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging

Department of Aging Maryland Access Point Information and Assistance

1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-1604 Fax: (301) 600-3554 deptofaging@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging

Contact: Program Coordinator Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Services: Offers the following services to

caregivers who reside or provide care in Frederick County: • Individualized information, referral and support services • Links to other relevant community resources and programs • Limited respite care and supplemental services subsidies (may be used for reimbursement of the cost of assistive devices, medications, incontinence supplies, etc.) • A monthly non-disease-speciﬁc caregiver support group • Education and training in coordination with other organizations • A resource lending library • A monthly caregiver update available via mail or e-mail • An in-home care provider registry listing individuals who provide care services in the home (i.e. companionship care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, etc.)

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: Provides a single point of entry into the service system for older citizens, adults with disabilities, their families and caregivers. Through this program, seniors receive information to make informed choices about services, referrals to appropriate agencies, assistance in obtaining services and beneﬁts, and follow-up. The program promotes awareness of services for the elderly through outreach and public education.

Eligibility: Frederick County citizens Cost: None

INFORMATION/ASSISTANCE Eldercare Locator

streets, woods, and homeless shelters in order to locate and engage persons in need of aid. For further information, please call.

1-800-677-1116

Contact: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. (EST)

Frederick County residents

Services: Links those who need

assistance to the state and local area agencies on aging and community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers. Whether an older person needs help with meals, home care, or transportation, or a caregiver needs training, education, or a well-deserved break from caregiving responsibilities, the Eldercare Locator is there to point that person in the right direction. Administered in partnership with the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging and the National Association of State Units on Aging.

Eligibility: Anyone requiring information on aging issues

Cost: None

Frederick County Commission on Aging

1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-1605 Fax: (301) 600-3554 deptofaging@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging

Contact: Recording Secretary Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Services: Promotes the well-being and

Cost: None

Frederick Community Action Agency (FCAA) Outreach Project

100 South Market Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-1506 Maryland Relay: 711 Fax: (301) 662-9079 www.cityoffrederick.com/fcaa

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: Outreach Project staff

Eligibility: Low-to moderate-income

quality of life of older adults in Frederick County, Maryland. Carries out advisory functions that further the Department of Aging’s mission to develop and coordinate community-based systems of service for all older persons, including adults with disabilities. Advises the County Commissioners on matters relating to the needs, development, and administration of services. Members, who must be registered voters of Frederick County, are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and are eligible to serve (2) three year terms. Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month; subcommittees may meet more frequently.

Eligibility: Frederick County registered voters

members regularly provide outreach to the

Cost: None

INFORMATION/ASSISTANCE disabilities and to recommend the means of overcoming these barriers; to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding existing and proposed legislation pertaining to people with disabilities; to review programs and services for people with disabilities identifying needs and gaps in services.

Eligibility: None Cost: None

Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs Frederick County Courthouse/ Multi-Service Center 100 West Patrick Street, Room 2120 Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-2155 or 1-800-446-4926 Fax: (301) 631-8138 vsogkauff@verizon.net www.mdva.state.md.us

JUPITERIMAGES/POLKADOT/THINKSTOCK

Frederick County Commission on Disabilities 12 East Church Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-1663 Disabilities_Commission@ frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/fccod

Contact: Liaison Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Services: To conduct and participate in

meetings for the purpose of raising the level of “Disability Awareness” among people with disabilities and the general public; to facilitate the utilization of all resources available to people with disabilities; to identify barriers to programs and services available to people with

Contact: Veterans Service Ofﬁcer

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Wednesday by appointment only

Services: Assists in ﬁling all claims for VA

benefits including disability, compensation, pension, aid and attendance or housebound benefits, education, and survivor benefits.

Eligibility: Veterans and their survivors residing in Maryland

Cost: None

ADULT DAYCARE Unified Community Connections

Adult Day Habilitation Program (Formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Central MD, Inc. (UCP)) Frederick Center 5736 Industry Lane Frederick, MD 21704 (301) 663-8700 or 1-800-826-6501 lchrzanowski@unified.org www.unified.org

COMSTOCK/STOCKBYTE/THINKSTOCK

Daybreak Adult Day Services, Inc.

7819 Rocky Springs Road Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 696-0808 Fax: (301) 696-1164 TTY/TDD: (800) 735-2258 director@daybreakadultdayservices.org www.daybreakadultdayservices.org

Contact: Admissions Coordinator

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: A non-proﬁt organization that

medical criteria.

provides a variety of services at the Frederick Center. These services include nursing supervision and monitoring, personal care assistance, and individualized recreational, social, community, and educational experiences and opportunities. Consultative physical, occupational, speech, and language therapies and activities are provided. The program is designed for adults who would beneﬁt from a supervised, planned program of activities and services. Transportation and a nutritious hot lunch are provided. Counseling and referral services are also available. Offers residential, respite, ISS, and CSLA services.

Languages: Will accommodate as

Eligibility: Adults who would beneﬁt from

Contact: Program Director

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: A non-proﬁt agency offering

medical and non-medical day services to seniors. Both programs include stimulating activities, exercise, hot and nutritious meals and transportation. Medical day also includes nursing supervision and monitoring, medication administration and assistance with personal care. A great opportunity for socialization and stimulation as well as respite for caregivers.

Eligibility: Older adults who meet

the offered services and meet eligibility requirements. Contact the Admissions Coordinator for details.

needed.

Cost: $13.60-$76 a day based on

sliding scale/income and family size. Private insurance, Medicaid, Veterans Administration beneﬁts, private pay and grants.

Cost: DDA funds and private pay

accepted

ASSISTED LIVING

RYAN MCVAY/PHOTODISC/THINKSTOCK

Bethany Living II

Cost: Sliding scale. Private insurance,

Private Pay Medicaid, Veterans Administration beneďŹ ts, Grants and Donation.

5135 Charlington Ct. Frederick, MD 21703 (301) 363-3900 Fax: (301) 528-0709 bethanylivingusa@yahoo.com

Buckinghamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choice See complete listing under Continuing Care Communities

Contact: Manager

Copper Ridge

Services: We offer customized personal

care for individuals in a home-like setting. Trained caregivers provide attention and assistance with medication management, bathing, dressing and cooking, 24 hours a day. In addition, staff will coordinate services with outside health providers and monitoring to ensure residents are healthy.

Eligibility: General Public

710 Obrecht Road Sykesville, MD 21784 (410) 795-8808 or 1-800-531-6539 Fax: (410) 795-8893 copperridge@emacommunities.org www.copperridge.org

Contact: Marketing Counselor By appointment 7 days a week Services: A resource for those with

ASSISTED LIVING Cozy Care Assisted Living

memory impairments. Residential services include assisted living and skilled nursing care. Outpatient assessments, short-stay evaluations, and respite care available. Copper Ridge is also your resource for continuing education and at-home caregiver support.

Eligibility: Anyone diagnosed with

dementia

Cost: Varies

Country Meadows Retirement Community See complete listing under Retirement Communities

12803 Boxwood Court Union Bridge, MD 21791 (301) 304-0639 Fax: (301) 304-5420 holly.larson913@gmail.com

Contact: Provider/Manager

8 a.m.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;6 p.m.

Services: We are a small Licensed

Level 3 personal care home for seniors including those with mild dementia and early to moderate Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease. Our residents receive quality comprehensive personalized care by an exceptional staff and the owner-operators. Amenities -continued on next page-

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ASSISTED LIVING

LIZ GREGG/PHOTODISC/THINKSTOCK

Devotion Assisted Living

-continued from previous pageprovided in our fee include laundry, housekeeping, medication administration, help with bathing, grooming and hair and nail care. You can expect meals to enjoy, pets to love, wild birds, landscaping and gardens to admire. Choices, dignity, companionship and security help our residents live in a community with all of the day to day happenings. A lovely and comfortable setting describes Cozy Care.

Eligibility: Anyone in need of assisted living accommodations.

Cost: Based on level of care needed.

Accept private insurance, Veterans Administration beneﬁts and private pay.

8531 Inspiration Avenue Walkersville, MD 21793 (240) 476-4729 Fax: (301) 540-2472 devotioncare@yahoo.com devotioncare@wordpress.com

Contact: RN/Director

8 a.m.–8 p.m.

Services: A personal care home for

elderly individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia who need assistance with the activities of daily life. Care can include bathing, dressing, housekeeping, laundry, home-cooked meals, medication management, avoiding pressure ulcers, and fall prevention. Care is tailored to each client’s needs by a devoted staff.

ASSISTED LIVING HeartFields Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s Facility at Frederick 1820 Latham Drive Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 663-8800 Fax: (301) 663-8801 krhinehart@5sqc.com heartfieldsatfrederickassistedliving.com

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Eligibility: Anyone in need of assisted living Cost: Depends upon level of care. Private

Contact: Sales Counselor or Administrator

pay and Medicaid Waiver accepted.

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Services: Heartﬁelds provides 24-hour

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5800 Genesis Lane Frederick, MD 21703 (301) 694-3100 Fax: (301) 694-0308 info@edenton-retirement.com www.edenton-retirement.com

Sunrise of Frederick Celebrates 24 Years No one champions quality of life for seniors like Sunrise.

Contact: Community Relations Ofﬁce Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Eligibility: Anyone in need of assisted living Cost: Monthly fee based upon unit size,

additional services, and assisted living level of care.

Sunrise of Frederick has devoted 24 years to serving area seniors and their families, refining our resident-centered care, building the most passionate and skilled teams, filling our community with special touches of home and giving every resident a life filled with purpose and hope.

Sunrise of Frederick

990 Waterford Drive Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 663-9500 SunriseFrederick.com

Celebrating the joy of every day since 1981.

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Services: A rental retirement community offering many options in ﬂoor plans, services, amenities, and care in each of our homes. Licensed by the State of Maryland as a Level III assisted living facility. Independent living and Alzheimer’s care are also available. Caring and compassionate staff provide assistance with all activities of daily living, meals, housekeeping, and activities.

ASSISTED LIVING -continued from previous pagememory care. Our small size makes it easy for you to get to know new friends and for our team to get to know you. We provide 5-star dining, expert teams and a true sense of community.

Eligibility: Individuals 65 years of age or older

Cost: $4,500-$7,500 per month, depending on level of care. Private Insurance, Veterans Aid and Attendance, private pay.

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staff available 24 hours a day. Private apartments with private baths and kitchenettes are personalized with the residentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite furnishings. Restaurant-style dining, exercise programs, social and spiritual opportunities, housekeeping, wellness assessments, transportation, visiting professionals and library and computer center are just some of the amenities that make Lorien the best place to be when home is no longer an option.

Eligibility: Call for information. Cost: $3,487.50 to $5,500 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Assisted Living. Private Pay.

See complete listing under Retirement Communities

Odyssey Assisted Living at Montevue Home, LLC 1910 Rosemont Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (240) 772-9140 Fax: (240) 608-6479 www.odysseyassistedliving.com

Lorien Mt. Airy Assisted Living

713 Midway Avenue Mount Airy, MD 21771 (301) 829-6050 ext 112 Fax: (301) 829-0078 pwilhelm@lorienhealth.com www.lorienmtairy.com

Contact: Admissions

Please call for appointment.

Services: Customized support service programs provide the complete range of assisted living services from basic support to extended care with nursing

Contact: Assisted Living Manager Services: Provides assistance with

activities of daily living and medication management. We offer 3 levels of care.

Eligibility: Individuals 60 years of age or

older. Contact facility to schedule a tour or receive more information.

Cost: $150 per day. Private Pay.

ASSISTED LIVING The Record Street Home

Contact: Admissions, 24/7

Home for the Aged

Senior living: Somerford House is an

115 Record Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 663-6822 Fax: (301) 663-5186 gm.rsh@comcast.net www.recordstreethome.org

Contact: Admissions Chairman Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: Serene gracious community of

24 rooms; includes private rooms, family style meals, and 24/7 nursing care with a short-stay inﬁrmary. Planned activities encourage a sense of well-being and enjoyment of life for all residents. Centrally located in historic Frederick within close walking distance to downtown activities.

Eligibility: The Home has a minimum

assisted living community. Somerford Place is a specialty care community for individuals with Alzheimer’s, dementia and related memory issues. Both offer medication management, personal care, physician visits, spacious accommodations, gourmet meals, housekeeping, laundry, social activities and beautiful courtyards. Support groups and educational forums are also available.

Memory Center: Offers memory

screenings by MedOptions, daily living assessments and diagnoses, education and training for families and caregivers, and support, advice, and connections to memory specialists.

Eligibility: Call for details. Cost: Call for costs.

asset requirement of $150,000. Contact Admissions Chairman for details.

Sunrise Senior Living of Frederick

Cost: Financial arrangements are made on an individual basis and are strictly conﬁdential. Most residents receive large subsidies from the Home’s Endowment Fund.

990 Waterford Drive Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 663-9500 Fax: (301) 696-5886 Frederick.dcr@sunriseseniorliving.com www.sunrisefrederick.com

Somerford Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s Care 2100 Whittier Drive Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 668-3930 Fax: (301) 668-3931 www.somerfordplacefrederick.com

Contact: Director of Community Relations

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sionate and ﬁrst class care and services that are provided 24/7 in a home-like community. Therapists, physicians, nurses, and designated care managers take care of the health and personal needs of residents. Home-style meals, fun activities, health assessments, medication administration, support groups, laundry, and housekeeping are some of the services offered. A variety of suites are available—furnished or unfurnished—on a monthly rental basis. Short stays available. Pets are welcome!

include assistance with everyday living, homemade meals and snacks, afternoon tea, personal care assistance, daily activities, gardening, daily housekeeping with linen and laundry services, medication supervision, and spiritual programs.

Eligibility: Individuals 55 years of age or older

Cost: Varies based on accommodation and care needs.

Tranquillity at Fredericktowne

Eligibility: General public

6441 Jefferson Pike Frederick, MD 21703 (301) 668-6030 Fax: (301) 668-6034 info@tranquillity-frederick.com www.tranquillity-frederick.com

Cost: Varies according to accommodations and level of care. Basic room and board is also available.

Sunset Ridge Assisted Living

Contact: Director of Community Relations Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Evening appointments available.

7021 Rock Creek Drive Frederick, MD 21702 (240) 422-6252 Fax: (301) 473-5103 info@sunsetridgeassistedliving.com www.sunsetridgeassistedliving.com

Services: Offers multiple levels of service

Contact: Administrator/Owner

7 days a week, 8 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Services: An affordable care provider

for seniors in Frederick County. Private or semi-private rooms fully furnished for convenience and comfort, located in the scenic foothills of the Catoctin Mountains in a warm, private home setting promoting wellness and independence. Amenities

so each resident’s level of care is based on his or her own physical and cognitive abilities. This allows for personalized attention in areas where assistance is needed and independence in areas of function. Assistance with daily activities may include dressing or bathing, medication management, or gentle encouragement to participate in social events or exercise programs. By getting to know each individual’s needs and preferences, a dedicated staff provides the appropriate level of support required for a

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rewarding and fulﬁlling lifestyle. Residents are supported by a well-trained, caring staff that is committed to promoting choice, independence, and enhancing quality of life.

Eligibility: General public Cost: Private pay

Warm Heart Family Assisted Living, Inc.

752 Dogwood Court Frederick, MD 21701 (240) 398-1433 Fax: (301) 515-0000 connie@warmheartassistedliving.com www.warmheartassistedliving.com

Contact: Director, 24 hours a day Services: Offers unique and effective multigenerational quality alternate life

care services. Programs provide a solution for both residents and their families. Residents are encouraged to make as many decisions for themselves as possible. Provides dignity, love and respect in a safe environment. Residents enjoy a residential setting that provides 24 hour supervision, assistance with activities of daily life, and health related services that are designed to accommodate changing needs and preferences. Warm Heart maximizes the resident’s dignity, autonomy, privacy, independence, and safety. The fully trained staff knows each resident and their individual needs and provides a stable and caring environment that builds residents’ trust.

Eligibility: General public Cost: Varies based on accommoda-

tion and level of care needed. Accepts Medicaid Waiver, long term care insurance, private insurance, veteran’s administration, and private pay.

ASSISTIVE DEVICES BP Gamma Medical See complete listing under Durable Medical Equipment

Goodwill Industries of Monocacy Valley, Inc.

See complete listing under Employment

Home Care Services by Edenton Lifeline by Edenton

5800 Genesis Lane Frederick, MD 21703 (301) 694-3100 Fax: (301) 694-0308 info@edenton-retirement.com www.edentonhomecare.com

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Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT)/ Maryland Relay 301 West Preston Street, Suite 1008A Baltimore, MD 21201 1-800-552-7724 (TTY/Voice) (443) 453-5970 (VP) Fax: (410) 767-4276 moreinfo@mdrelay.org www.mdrelay.org

Contact: Home Care Ofﬁce Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m Services: Addresses two of the largest threats to independent living—falls and medication mistakes. Individually or together, the Auto Alert Pendant and the Medication Dispensing Unit can offer assistance for seniors who live alone. Monitoring services on both of these provide peace of mind for the client and the caregiver.

Eligibility: General public Cost: Monthly fee based upon individual needs for products and services.

Contact: Public Relations

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Service: MAT distributes free ampliﬁed phones, ring signalers, TTYs, and other assistive devices to qualiﬁed applicants who have disabilities.

Maryland Relay is a free public service that allows persons with hearing or speech loss to stay independent on the telephone.

Eligibility: Medically and Financially Cost: No fee to qualiﬁed individuals.

CARE COORDINATION

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Alzheimer’s Association Greater Maryland Chapter Western Maryland Region See complete listing under Health Services

Department of Aging Caregiver Support Program See complete listing under Information and Assistance

Department of Social Services Project Home/AIDS

100 East All Saints Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-2635

Contact: Adult Services

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Services: Provides case manage-

ment services for eligible clients living in their own homes or a Project Home/Adult Foster Care home. Case management services include assessment, care planning, linkage to other services,monitoring, and advocacy. A limited amount of emergency ﬁnancial assistance is also available.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents 18 years of age or older who have diagnoses of AIDS from a physician, and are currently experiencing AIDS-related symptoms.

Cost: None

CONTINUING CARE COMMUNITIES Buckingham’s Choice

ments, assisted living apartments, and skilled nursing care. Located seven miles south of Frederick, offering spectacular views of Sugarloaf and the Catoctin Mountains.

3200 Baker Circle Adamstown, MD 21710 (301) 644-1604 or 1-800-409-6111 Fax: (301) 631-5491 buckchoice@emacommunities.org www.buckinghamschoice.org

Eligibility: Individuals 60 years of age

or older

Cost: Varies

Contact: Director of Marketing

Tours available 7 days a week

The Record Street Home

Services: A non-proﬁt, accredited con-

tinuing care retirement community offering independent living cottages and apart-

Home for the Aged

See complete listing under Assisted Living

DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES The Arc of Frederick County, Inc. 620-A Research Court Frederick, MD 21703 (301) 663-0909 TTY: (301) 663-0936 Fax: (301) 695-6454 info@arcfc.org www.arcfc.org

Contact: Assistant Director

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Services: An advocacy agency supporting adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead enviable lives in the community. Provides assistance to individuals and families in

planning, locating, accessing, maintaining, and advocating for supports and services they need and desire. Services are varied and numerous and are tailored according to the individual’s and family’s needs, and are driven by their own choices. Helps people with developmental disabilities exercise the right to be contributing members of society, to receive quality education, to be gainfully employed, to live in desirable homes, to have friends and families, and to direct their own lives.

Eligibility: Any person living in Frederick County with an intellectual or developmental disability.

Cost: None

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DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES Community Living, Inc.

Habilitation Program of the Developmental Disabilities Administration.

620–B Research Court Frederick, MD 21703 (301) 663-8811 Fax: (301) 663-0476 info@communitylivinginc.org www.communitylivinginc.org

Eligibility: Individuals with developmental disabilities

Cost: Funding by the state or a sliding fee

scale, please call ofﬁce for more information.

Contact: Community Outreach Coordinator

Unified Community Connections

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Services: Provides residential housing

and support services to people with developmental disabilities. A licensed Day

(Formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland, Inc. (UCP))

See complete listing under Adult Daycare

DRIVER SAFETY/EDUCATION MVA Maryland Highway Safety Office

(Formerly Mid-Western Region Traffic Safety Coalition) 4401 Route 32 Dayton, MD 21036 (410) 531-5533 Fax: (410) 531-3114 jmaione@sha.state.md.us

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Contact: Program Manager

Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: Works to promote trafﬁc safety

in Carroll, Howard, and Frederick Counties through community education programs in the following areas: impaired driving, occupant protection, child passenger safety, young drivers, older drivers, drowsy driving, aggressive driving, speeding, bike safety, pedestrian safety, and a variety

of other topics. Provides educational brochures and literature, and is available to give presentations on these topics upon request. Holds quarterly task force meetings in all three counties.

Eligibility: Carroll, Howard, or Frederick County residents.

Cost: None

DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AA-Eastern Mobility, Inc. 4 Council Drive Woodsboro, MD 21798 (301) 845-4188 or (888) 845-0533 Fax: (301) 845-6316 sales@easternmobility.com www.easternmobility.com

Contact: President or Ofﬁce Manager Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Evenings and weekends by appointment Services: Facilitates access to the world

for individuals who have limited physical ability or are severely handicapped. Provides sales, service, and installation for stairlifts, wheelchair cans, wheelchair lifts, vehicle lifts, scooters, power chairs, and more.

Eligibility: General public Cost: Cost based on equipment or service provided; contact ofﬁce.

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Eligibility: General public Cost: Medicare, Medicaid, private

insurance, and private pay accepted.

Federated Charities

BP Gamma Medical

7118 Geoffrey Way, Suite P Frederick, MD 21704 (301) 874-3390 or (800) 624-4134 Fax: (301) 694-9348 csr@bpgamma.com www.bpgamma.com

Contact: Customer Service

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: A full service medical supply

distributor offering incontinence products, diabetic supplies, nutritional supplements, advanced wound care supplies, cost management programs, and Medicare billing services.

22 South Market Street, Suite 1 Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 662-1561 fedcharities@aol.com www.federatedcharities.org

Contact: Executive Director

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Call for an appointment.

Services: Provides a free loan of

homecare medical equipment on a temporary basis.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents Cost: None; contact ofﬁce for details.

DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT Frederick Medical Supplies, Inc.

want to, when you want. For Total Mobility freedom you need the right mobility equipment that ﬁts your needs, whether it’s a chairlift, stair climber, elevator, vertical platform lift, mobility van or lift for your vehicle. We sell, install and service.

179B Thomas Johnson Drive Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 378-2266 Fax: (301) 378-2204 kyoung@frederickmedsupplies.com frederickmedsupplies.com

Eligibility: General Public Cost: Fixed Fee. Private pay, Veterans

Contact: Branch Manager

Administration beneﬁts, and Donation.

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: A full-line home medical

Whitesell Pharmacy

equipment company, specializing in custom rehab equipment. Provides anything from standard walkers to custom power wheelchairs. Provides free in-home evaluations, delivery, and education to ensure the best equipment is supplied. Will bill Medicare and insurances.

236 North Market Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 662-4848 Fax: (301) 662-5314 cconners@whitesells.com www.whitesells.com

Contact: DME Staff or Ofﬁce Manager

Eligibility: General public

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday, 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

Cost: Contact ofﬁce for details

Services: Frederick’s oldest full service

Total Mobility Services 5415 Yukon Court Frederick, MD 21703 (240) 490-7840 Fax: (240) 490-7843 annem@tmservices.com www.tmservices.com

independent pharmacy. Offers a full range of services, including prescriptions, compounding, bubble packed medications, diabetic supplies, and durable medical equipment. Medical equipment includes wheelchairs, rollators, diabetic shoes, compression hosiery, mastectomy, CPAP & Bi-PAP, incontinence supplies, urological supplies, certiﬁed ﬁtters, rental options, and more. Can bill major medical insurances. FREE LOCAL DELIVERY.

Contact: Mobility Products Consultant Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m., walk-ins are welcome. Evenings and weekends by appointment.

Eligibility: General public

Services: At Total Mobility Services

Cost: Varies, contact ofﬁce for details.

we want you to be able to go where you

Fully accredited with Medicare.

ELDER ABUSE/PROTECTIVE SERVICES Department of Aging Ombudsman Program

1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-2877 Fax: (301) 600-2892 deptofaging@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging

Contact: Ombudsman

the understanding and implementation of residents’ rights through staff and resident training, receives and seeks to resolve complaints made by or on behalf of long-term residents, protects the privacy and conﬁdentiality of residents and families, educates the community about long-term care facilities, and advocates for improvements in relevant legislation and policy.

Eligibility: Residents, relatives, facility

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: An advocate whose goal is to

promote the highest possible quality of life and care for residents living in long-term care facilities. The Ombudsman ensures

staff, public agencies, or any person or group interested in residents’ well-being may contact the Ombudsman. Contact may be made anonymously.

Cost: None

Long Term Care Ombudsman Program The Ombudsman protects the rights and promotes the safety, welfare and well being of residents living in nursing homes and assisted living communities. For more information:

301-600-2877

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ELDER ABUSE/PROTECTIVE SERVICES Department of Social Services

Adult Protective Services 100 East All Saints Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-2635 www.fcdss.info

Contact: Adult Services Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Services: Investigates reports of

suspected abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation of any vulnerable adult 18 years of age and older. To ensure that the adult’s needs are met, services are offered and provided to the adult and their family.

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Frederick County Sheriff’s Office

After-Hours Crisis Services Frederick City Police (301) 600-2100

Victim Services Unit 110 Airport Drive East Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-1290 Fax: (301) 600-3699

The Emergency Coverage Program

is in effect on weekends, holidays, and from 4 p.m. until 8 a.m. on workdays. In Adult Protective Services situations requiring Contact: Ofﬁce a social worker, call the Frederick Police Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Department, which will contact the on-call worker who will then contact you. This All emergencies, please dial 911. program is designed for Child and Adult For non-emergency immediate Protective Services situations that cannot assistance, please dial: (301) 600 -1046. be delayed until the agency opens for normal working hours. Services: Provides direct services, information, and referrals for senior crime Eligibility: Adults in need of protection victims and their families in Frederick County, MD. The Victim Services Unit Cost: A fee may be charged for some coordinates efforts with partnering services based on a sliding scale. agencies in the areas of physical abuse,

ELDER ABUSE/PROTECTIVE SERVICES Contact: Hotline: (301) 662-8800 Crisis calls taken 24 hours Non-crisis requests for services 8 a.m.–10 p.m., 7 days per week

sexual abuse, ﬁnancial abuse, domestic violence, and neglect.

Eligibility: Crime victims in Frederick County

Services: Assists survivors of family/

Cost: None

Frederick Police Department Victim Services Unit

See complete listing under Law Enforcement

Heartly House, Inc.

partner violence, sexual assault/sexual abuse, and child abuse by offering crisis intervention, emotional support, individual and group counseling, and medical and legal accompaniment for survivors and their children. Other services include emergency shelter, court accompaniment, community and professional education, 24-hour hotline, and group counseling for abusers.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents who

have been affected by family/partner abuse/ violence and/or sexual assault/abuse.

P.O. Box 857 Frederick, MD 21705 (301) 662-8800 Fax: (301) 663-4334 www.heartlyhouse.org

Cost: Fees for most services are based on a sliding scale. Crisis services are generally free of charge.

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE 1Call4Help, LLC

Saving lives with… PushButtonEmergencyHelp

(301) 216-2112 or (800) 556-3572 Fax: (301) 216-2122 info@pbehelp.com www.pbehelp.com

Contact: Ofﬁce Monday–Saturday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Services: Provides personal emergency response systems with: •Push Button Monitors •Push Button Monitors for those with no telephone

• Fall Detectors • Medication Reminders & Dispensers • Talking Emergency Pendants • 30 Day Money-Back Guarantee Eligibility: The safety of anyone suffering from Arthritis, Diabetes, Frequent Falls, Heart Conditions, MS, Osteoporosis, or Stroke is at risk. Help can be secured with the press of a simple emergency help button 24 hours a day.

Cost: Depends on the level of service needed; call for consultation.

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE American Red Cross

Contact: Ofﬁce Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

2 East Frederick Street Walkersville, MD 21793 24-hour: (301) 662-5131 Fax: (301) 694-5268 www.RedCross.org/Frederick

Services: Provides limited ﬁnancial aid

and other necessary personal service only after all public resources have been used. This assistance is made possible through donations made by organizations and individuals.

Contact: Executive Director

Disaster assistance, 24/7 Chapter Ofﬁce, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Eligibility: Individuals 60 years of age or

Services:

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assistance for veriﬁed emergency needs (food, clothing, shelter, medication). • Emergency communication and assistance obtaining ﬁnancial assistance for military families and veterans. • CPR, First Aid, and babysitter’s training courses offered at the chapter house location. Water safety and lifeguard training courses are offered throughout the community. • Blood drives are scheduled on an ongoing basis throughout the county. Donors can call 1-800-448-3543 to schedule an appointment.

Cost: None

• Following a disaster, emergency

Frederick County Hotline See complete listing under Mental Health Services

Frederick Rescue Mission

419 West South Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 695-6633 Fax: (301) 695-6637 tskaggs@thefrederickrescuemission.org www.therescuemission.org

Eligibility: Anyone with veriﬁed, disaster-caused need

Cost: None

Department of Aging Emergency Assistance

1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-1605 Fax: (301) 600-3554 deptofaging@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging

Contact: Director Services: The Frederick Rescue Mission

has been serving Frederick city and surrounding areas for over four decades. Established as a non-proﬁt Christian ministry in 1964, they continue today to meet the needs of the homeless, needy, and chemical-dependent citizens in the area. They offer a faith-based life recovery program to

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help restore individuals and families to the community with hope and a future. Bread of Life Community Kitchen: Serves free breakfast and lunch every day. Nutritious meals are served to anyone in need. There are no sign-up forms or documentation needed for a meal. Perishable foods such as bread, pastries, fresh vegetables, and fruit along with other food and non-food items are available free when on hand. Breakfast: Sunday–Saturday, 7 a.m.–8 a.m. Lunch: Monday–Saturday, Noon–1:30 p.m. Sunday, 1 p.m.–2 p.m. Food Resource Center: Provides perishable and non-perishable foods to families

in need. No documentation is needed, but must provide own bags. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays from 1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Rescued Treasures Clothing & Furniture Program: Provides free gently-used clothing, furniture and household necessities to anyone in need. You must provide photo identiﬁcation. Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m.–4 p.m. Showers: Shower usage is provided for anyone in need. The mission provides all items needed for the shower, including hygiene products, razors, washcloths and towels, etc. Monday through Friday 3 p.m.–4 p.m.

Eligibility: General public Cost: None

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE The Religious Coalition for Emergency Human Needs 27 DeGrange Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 631-2670 Fax: (240) 215-3019 bscott@thereligiouscoalition.org www.thereligiouscoalition.org

Contact: Ofﬁce Administrator

insurance, are in pain, and are low-income); and refers clients needing primary medical care to local resources.

SHELTER SERVICES Emergency Shelter Services for the homeless are provided through the Alan P. Linton Emergency Shelter, located at 27 DeGrange Street, Frederick. Year-Round Emergency Shelter Operates: Year-round, 7 days a week Walk-ins Admitted: 6:30–9 p.m. Opens 6:30 p.m.–7 a.m. following morning.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Tuesdays by appointment 10 a.m.–4 p.m. If a client is not available during these hours, appointments are available Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 pm. Day Shelter Operates: December–Early March Services: The largest provider of Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. emergency ﬁnancial assistance in Physically or mentally disabled homeless Frederick County outside of the governadults, 18 years of age or older. ment. Operates an emergency prevention assistance program to help people avoid Exodus Project homelessness, provides rental assistance Operates: May–October. to help avoid evictions, helps pay security 6:30 p.m.–7 a.m. nightly. deposits for those moving out of homeProgram seeks to graduate homeless lessness and those who are in limited adults into jobs and permanent housing. emergency shelter. Provides energy Must be an adult 18 years of age or older. assistance to Frederick County residents Must be working or looking for work. with utility assistance (electric, gas, 90-day program. propane) with a cut-off notice. Low-income clients must ﬁrst apply at the Frederick Eligibility: Homeless adult, 18 years of County Department of Social Services for age or older. Must be a Frederick County this service. Operates various health resident and provide proof of identity. assistance programs such as prescription assistance (for those who have no Cost: Clients are served regardless of insurance and are low-income); dental assistance (for those who have no their ability to pay for all the above services.

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Volunteer Opportunities: Day time and

evening volunteer hours are available for those interested in volunteering at a local food bank, the Religious Coalition ofﬁce, or the Alan P. Linton, Jr. Emergency Shelter. Over 600 volunteers are serving, many of whom are senior citizens or retired. Call (301) 631-2670, ext. 123.

The Religious Coalition for Emergency Human Needs FOOD BANKS

27 DeGrange Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 631-2670

Services: Emergency food assistance. Eligibility: Must apply at a local food

bank and complete an intake application. Must be low-income and a resident of the area in which you are requesting food.

Cost: None Locations:

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EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE Eligibility: Must visit the ofﬁce, be a

-continued from previous pageEmmitsburg Elias Lutheran Church, 502 East Main Street Tuesday, 7 p.m.–8 p.m. Wednesday, 7 p.m.–8 p.m. Friday, 1 p.m.–2 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.–11 a.m. Frederick Community Action Agency, 100 S. Market Street Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 2 p.m.–4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, 7 p.m.–9 p.m.

Middletown Old Municipal Building, 301 West Main Street Wednesday, 1 p.m.–3 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.–Noon Emergency Assistance Thurmont St. John’s Lutheran Church, 15 North Church Street Tuesday, 6 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Friday, 3:30 p.m.–5 p.m. Walkersville Town Hall, 21 West Frederick Street Monday, 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Thursday, 1 p.m.–3 p.m.

Cost: None

The Salvation Army 223 West 5th Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 662-2311 Fax: (301) 662-4787

Contact: Social Worker Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Jefferson St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 3866 Jefferson Pike 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 10 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Knoxville Mt. Zion AME, 202 Jefferson Pike 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 10 a.m.–11 a.m.

Frederick County resident, and provide proof of identity, income, and expenses.

Services: Provides food to individuals

in need, free of charge, if available. Also makes available matching cash grants for emergencies with utilities and rent depending on ﬁnancial availabilities. Salvation Army Thrift Store 919 East Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 631-2489 Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents Cost: None

St. Vincent de Paul Society

St. John’s Regional Conference 114 East 2nd Street Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 663-4676 Fax: (301) 696-8565 parish@stjohn-frederick.org www.stjohn-frederick.org

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE Contact: President Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Services: Offers assistance to needy

Frederick County families and individuals with limited incomes who are having problems meeting their financial obligation to provide for their basic needs. Assistance is available for: • Energy assistance with utility assistance for electric, gas, or propane, with a cut-off notice or an empty tank. Clients must first apply at Social Services and the Religious Coalition. • Termination notices for water bills • Avoiding evictions, and helping obtain security deposits. Clients must first apply at the Religious Coalition. • Persons without medical insurance for

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medical prescriptions. Clients must first apply at the Religious Coalition. • Goodwill vouchers for clothing, furniture. • Obtaining birth certificates and Maryland Identification (ID) cards.

Eligibility: Any Frederick County resident needing assistance.

Cost: None

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No Hourly Minimum RNs, CNAs and Companions Extensive Background Checks Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care

301-624-5630 1934999

EMPLOYMENT Frederick County Workforce Services 5340A Spectrum Drive Frederick, MD 21703 (301) 600-2255 Fax: (301) 600-2906 www.frederickworks.com

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: Provides job seekers with

career assessment and vocational counseling, a fully equipped career resource lab, workshops and seminars, low- or no-cost career training, one-onone assistance with resume and interview preparation, access to current job listings, and job fairs featuring employers from high-growth, high-demand industries.

Eligibility: Anyone in search of employment is welcome.

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Cost: Most services are available at no cost.

Goodwill Industries of Monocacy Valley, Inc. 400 East Church Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 662-0622 Fax: (301) 846-0940 cfreeman@gimv.org www.goodwillmv.org

Services: Free job placement services

available to all job seekers. Specialized employment services for people with disabilities. Basic Microsoft Word/Excel classes offered (fees for book; FCC certiﬁcate). Free clothing and household items with partner agency referral. Free assistive devices. Recycle items in your household, including computer equipment, by donating to stores.

Contact: Director, Workforce Development Eligibility: All people seeking a job

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

are welcome. Assistive devices are free

EMPLOYMENT Services: Provides leadership and

to anyone in need. Free clothing and household items are provided through partner agencies. Both full and part-time employment opportunities are available. Volunteers are welcome.

support, enabling people with disabilities to live productively and independently. DORS offers vocational evaluation, counseling, physical restoration, and employment training and placement to eligible individuals with a disability who wish to keep, return to, or ﬁnd employment.

Cost: None

Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services & Office for Blindness and Vision Services (DORS/OBVS) 100 East All Saints Street, Suite 201 Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-3075 Fax: (301) 600-3084

Contact: Ofﬁce Supervisor

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

DORS also offers the Independent Living for the Older Blind Program (ILOB) which services persons who are over 55 years of age and are signiﬁcantly visually impaired. The program offers teaching skills to live independently and technical assistance for purchase of proper equipment, such as lighting, to improve the quality of life.

Eligibility: Determined based on individual’s disability.

Cost: Contact ofﬁce for details.

ENERGY ASSISTANCE Frederick Community Action Agency

Office of Home Energy Programs Located at the Department of Social Services 100 East All Saints Street P.O. Box 237 Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-2410 Fax: (301) 600-2690 www.cityoffrederick.com/fcaa

Contact: Coordinator

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Services: Assists low-income Frederick

County residents with the costs of heating, electricity, and energy emergencies. Households with energy emergencies such as termination notices or no heating oil may qualify for emergency funds.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents

with low income or an energy emergency.

Cost: None

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Department of Social Services

Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB) 100 East All Saints Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-4575 Fax: (301) 600-2663 www.fcdss.info

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Contact: The office, Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. An application must be filed each year between February 1st and September 1st. Although applicants must file with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation in Baltimore, help with forms is available at the Frederick office: 5310E Spectrum Drive (301) 815-5350 Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Contact: Intake Unit

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Applications can be taken by mail. No face-to-face interviews are required.

Services: QMB/SLMB are programs that

pay premiums and deductibles for incomeeligible Medicare beneﬁciaries. QMB/ SLMB are designed to assist older and disabled individuals whose income is at or below federal poverty levels and who are Medicare beneﬁciaries.

Eligibility: Based on income and assets Cost: None

Homeowners’ Property Tax Credit Tax Credits Office

State Department of Assessments & Taxation 301 West Preston Street, Room 900 Baltimore, MD 21201 1-800-944-7403

Services: This information applies for

the prior tax year. Credit is determined by the extent to which the owner’s real property tax exceeds a percentage of the gross income of all persons (age 18 or older) residing in the household (renters excepted). A maximum assessed value applies for eligibility.

Eligibility: Homeowners who reside or

expect to reside in their dwelling for more than 6 months of a 12 month period which includes July 1st of the tax year. The person must be the legal owner of the residence and net worth must fall below a certain level. A copy of the prior year’s federal income tax return is required for those people ﬁling with IRS. If Social Security and/or Railroad Retirement beneﬁts are received, a copy of form/s SSA-1099, RRB-1099, and/or RRB-1099R is/are also required.

Cost: None

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Internal Revenue Service

8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Closed for lunch from 1 p.m.–2 p.m. Forms are only available from 8 a.m.–4:15 p.m. Free parking is available.

Federal Income Tax

201 Thomas Johnson Drive, Suite 203 Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 695-7615 Information: 1-800-829-1040 Forms Only: 1-800-829-3676 www.irs.gov

Contact: Taxpayers seeking assistance,

Services: The IRS suggests that older

Eligibility: General public. Tax prepa-

ration for persons with a total income of $33,000 or less.

Cost: None

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tax forms, or information about federal taxes should ﬁrst call the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on the toll-free numbers listed above for the fastest, most convenient service. Tax forms, tax payments, account inquiries, basic tax law assistance, alien clearances, copies of tax returns and transcripts, and basic income tax return preparation are available Monday–Friday,

taxpayers obtain a copy of the free publication #554 “Tax Beneﬁts for Older Americans.” This publication contains helpful information on the various tax beneﬁts the law provides for the elderly. The free publication may be obtained by calling 1-800-829-1040.

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Money Management International

ﬁnancial, housing, and bankruptcy counseling, and an education debt management program. By working with creditors, this service helps people get out of debt.

5340 Spectrum Drive, Suite A Frederick, MD 21703 1-800-747-4222 Fax: (301) 695-4878 www.moneymanagement.org

Contact: Ofﬁce

Eligibility: General public Cost: Free counseling, some other services have fees.

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. for in-person consultation 24 hours, 7 days by phone

Services: This free, non-proﬁt service

The Religious Coalition for Emergency Human Needs See complete listing under Emergency Assistance

helps people learn to live within a realistic budget and pay off their bills. They offer

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Renters’ Property Tax Credit

to pay the rent. Any ﬁrst-time applicant or prior applicant living at a new address will need to send a copy of the lease, rental agreement, or proof of rent paid.

Tax Credits Office

State Department of Assessments & Taxation 301 West Preston Street, Room 900 Baltimore, MD 21201 1-800-944-7403

Cost: None

Social Security Administration

Social Security

5340 Spectrum Drive Frederick, MD 21703 1-866-331-7089 or 1-800-SSA-1213 www.socialsecurity.gov

5310E Spectrum Drive (301) 815-5350 Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Contact: Office Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Please go online to file for retirement, spouse’s, Medicare, or disability benefits.

Services: The State of Maryland provides

Services: Social Security is the nation’s

a direct check payment to renters age 60 or older or those 100% disabled as of December 31st of the prior year who qualify on the basis of gross household income.

Eligibility: Renters who have reached

basic method of supplementing income when family earnings are reduced or stop because of retirement, disability, or death. Monthly beneﬁt checks can start in the sixth full month of disability and continue for the duration of the disability. A severely disabled employee can qualify at any age. Survivor’s checks can go to certain members of an employee’s family. A lump sum payment can be made when an employee dies if there is a surviving spouse or a child who is eligible to receive beneﬁts on the deceased employee’s record.

age 60 on or before December 31st of last year or who are 100% disabled. The rented dwelling may be in any type of apartment building, a co-op or condominium, an individual house, a duplex, or a house trailer or trailer pad. The dwelling must be the principal residence of the applicant for at least six months during the calendar year Eligibility: Retired or partially retired for which they are applying. The applicant employees and self-employed persons must have a bona ﬁde leasehold interest -continued on next pagein the property and be legally responsible

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE -continued from previous pagewho have reached “full retirement age” (FRA) and have contributed enough to Social Security. The FRA is currently age 65 and will increase yearly until it reaches age 67. Retired employees at age 62 are eligible for Social Security at a lesser amount per month. Reductions for entitlement at an earlier age than the FRA are generally permanent reductions.

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Social Security Administration

Applications for benefits should be filed one to three months before the 62nd birthday. Entitlement to retirement benefits can begin during the month of the 62nd birthday. Even if an individual does not plan to retire, they should inquire about Medicare three months before reaching age 65. Medicare charges an increased premium for delayed filing. There are also special Medicare rules for those who work after age 65.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) 5340 Spectrum Drive Frederick, MD 21703 1-866-331-7089 or 1-800-SSA-1213 www.socialsecurity.gov

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Please go online to complete the disability report (adult or child).

Services: A federal program that sends

monthly checks to many people 65 years or older who need ﬁnancial help. SSI checks may also go to needy people, including children under 18, who are blind or disabled.

It is important to remember that some benefits may be payable even though a person is still working. It is recommended that persons schedule an appointment to apply for benefits. Most applications can be handled promptly either by phone or in the office.

Eligibility: People who have little or no

income and/or resources and are over age 65 or are blind or disabled at any age. The individual does not have to be completely destitute to be eligible for Cost: The employee or self-employed checks. A telephone call to the office will person pays a Social Security tax (FICA) usually determine whether an individual is on earnings while working. This tax eligible. Advice can be given regarding the continues even after entitlement of monthly documents necessary for application. Social Security benefits begins if the beneficiary continues to work. Cost: None

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE State of Maryland Comptroller of Maryland Revenue Administration Division (Maryland Income Tax)

Frederick County Courthouse/ Multi-Service Center 100 West Patrick Street, Room 2110 Frederick, MD 21701 (410) 260-7980 or 1-800-638-2937 taxhelp@comp.state.md.us www.marylandtaxes.com

Contact: Ofﬁce

preparation of Maryland personal income tax returns, account inquiries, copies of tax returns, tax payments, and basic tax law assistance. Call the branch office for answers to specific questions or visit the office for free information and/or help in filing your return. Please bring a completed copy of your federal return if you need assistance with your Maryland return.

Eligibility: General public Cost: None

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Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Services: Assists taxpayers with the

FURNISHINGS/CLOTHING Goodwill Industries of Monocacy Valley, Inc.

See complete listing under Employment

The Salvation Army See complete listing under Emergency Assistance

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GENERAL SERVICES Abilities Network

5104 Pegasus Court, Suite E Frederick, MD 21704 (301) 695-9505 Fax: (301) 695-3340 tkapl@abilitiesnetwork.org www.abilitiesnetwork.org

Contact: Program Director, ext. 1612 Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: Helps to create a personal path to independence by seeing abilities, not disabilities. Provides customized services to children, adults, and seniors to promote more inclusive communities. Services include: •Autism Services •Community and Employment Partners •Epilepsy Services •Healthy Families •Project Act •Support Services

Eligibility: General public Cost: None

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GENERAL SERVICES Frederick County Human Relations Department

(Discrimination in Housing, Employment, Public Accommodations)

Community Alternative Mediation, Inc. (CALM)

See complete listing under Legal Services

5370 Public Safety Place Frederick, MD 21704 (301) 600-1063 Fax: (301) 600-2085 pfleet@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/ humanrelations

The Freedom Center, Inc.

14 West Patrick Street, Suite 10 Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 846-7811 Fax: (301) 846-9070 advocate@thefreedomcenter-md.org www.thefreedomcenter-md.org

Contact: Department Director

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Other hours by appointment

Contact: Ofﬁce Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: Will investigate alleged

discriminatory treatment in the areas of employment, housing, and public accommodations based on age, race, sex (gender only), religion, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, familial status, and source of income (housing only). Incidents must be reported within six months. Investigations are conﬁdential to those with a need to know only. Offers public speaking and technical assistance to promote voluntary compliance and positive inter-group relations. Provides assistance to employers and housing providers who wish to voluntarily comply with equal opportunity laws.

Services: Empowers people with dis-

abilities to lead self-directed, independent, and productive lives in a barrier-free community. Provides services in advocacy, information and referral, peer counseling, and independent living skills training.

Eligibility: Must have a disability and live in Frederick or Carroll County.

Cost: Some services free, other fees

based on services provided. Call for details.

Eligibility: Persons working or living in

Frederick County who believe that they have been discriminated against in areas of housing, public accommodation, or employment. Exemptions and a statute of limitations apply.

Cost: None

Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County – ReStore

622 North Market Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 662-2988 Fax: (301) 698-1697 restore@frederickhabitat.org www.restore.frederickhabitat.org

GENERAL SERVICES Contact: Restore Manager

non-medical assistance to remain independent.

Monday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Tuesday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday, Closed

Cost: Donations greatly appreciated

Services: A retail store that sells new and

United Way of Frederick County

still-usable goods to the public at a fraction of original cost. Products include quality building materials, home improvement items, and furniture donated by individuals, suppliers, and contractors. Proﬁts support Frederick Habitat’s mission.

22 South Market Street P.O. Box 307 Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 663-4231 Fax: (301) 663-1855 info@unitedwayfrederick.org www.unitedwayfrederick.org

Eligibility: General public Cost: Varies

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Partners in Care

22 South Market St., Suite 15 Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 682-7433 Fax: (301) 600-3554 SarahFerrall@partnersincare.org www.partnersincare.org

Contact: Program Coordinator

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: Empowers older adults to

remain independent in their homes through a network of volunteers assisting with neighborly tasks such as no-cost transportation to appointments, grocery shopping, errands, friendly visitors, and minor handyman services. Exchanging time and creating community.

Services: Works locally to leverage

resources, businesses, experts, and service providers to prepare young people to work, to help families become economically self-sufﬁcient, and to help individuals choose healthy lifestyles. Establishes and prioritizes community human service needs, conducts an annual fundraising campaign, and develops strategic partnerships to invest resources in the areas of education, income, and health.

Eligibility: General public Cost: None

University of Maryland Extension Frederick County

Eligibility: Seniors 50 and older in

See complete listing under Learning Opportunities

Frederick County who need occasional

HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION Department of Aging

Frederick Community Action Agency: 301-600-6991 Frederick County Health Department: 301- 600-3309 Frederick County Department of Social Services: 410-402-4296

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)

1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-1604 or (301) 600-3522 Fax: (301) 600-3554 deptofaging@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging

Services: The Door to HealthCare

provides practical answers about new changes in health care. For hands on assistance with signing up for health insurance.

Contact: SHIP/SMP Counselor

Eligibility: Individuals who are not

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Medicare eligible.

Services:

SHIP: Provides health insurance assistance and information to Medicareeligible individuals and their families. Staff can assist with understanding Medicare explanations and physician’s bills, and help make informed decisions about enrollment and insurance plan purchases.

Cost: None

Medicare Part A & B 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)

Contact: Customer Service

SMP: “Empowering Seniors to Prevent Healthcare Fraud.” Provides assistance with billing questions or possible billing errors.

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Eligibility: Anyone who is eligible

Medicare Part A regarding inpatient hospitalization, outpatient hospitalization, skilled nursing care facilities, limited home health care, limited hospice care, and the deductible per benefit period. Immediate answers to questions about benefits for hospital and doctors’ services, procedures for filing claims, the annual deductible on Medicare Insurance and other Medicare Part B information. The provider of the services must file all claims. Have your complete Medicare number, as indicated on your red, white and blue Medicare card available when you call.

for Medicare and has concerns about possible Medicare billing errors.

Cost: None

Maryland Health Connection The Door to HealthCare Healthy Howard, Inc.

7178 Columbia Gateway Drive Columbia, MD 21045 (410) 988-3737 Fax: (866) 989-5551 www.healthyhowardmd.org

Contact: The Door to HealthCare

Navigators:

Services: Answers questions about

Eligibility: General public Cost: None

HEALTH SERVICES Alzheimer’s Association

Eligibility: Cancer patients and their

108 Byte Drive, Suite 103 Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 696-0315 24-hour Help Line: 800-272-3900 Fax: (301) 696-9061 cathy.hanson@alz.org www.alz.org/maryland

Cost: None

family members or caretakers.

Greater Maryland Chapter

American Diabetes Association Maryland Area Office

2002 Clipper Park Road, Suite 110 Baltimore, MD 21211 (410) 265-0075 or 1-800-342-2383 Fax: (410) 235-4048 nmarks@diabetes.org www.diabetes.org/maryland

Contact: Program Coordinator

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: Provides a 24/7 Helpline,

support groups, programs for people with early-stage dementia, professional and caregiver education, safety services, linkage to clinical trials though TrialMatch, and advocacy opportunities locally and at the federal level.

Contact: Manager/Executive Assistant Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: Free information, educational

materials, and support group information. Can provide referrals. Step Out to Fight Diabetes held every year in Frederick. Free information hotline: 1-800-DIABETES.

Eligibility: Family members, caregivers, and health care providers of those with Alzheimer’s disease and related memory problems.

Eligibility: Self-referral

Cost: None

Cost: None for local services. Individuals

may elect to pay an annual membership fee to the American Diabetes Association. Membership includes a subscription to Diabetes Forecast, the national monthly publication for and about people who have diabetes.

American Cancer Society

National Cancer Information Center 11701 Stonehollow Drive Austin, TX 78758 (800) 227-2345 www.cancer.org

Contact: Patient Resource Navigation Center, 24/7

Services: Provides patient programs and

services, volunteer information, information for callers seeking screenings, community resources, cargiver resources, clinical trials matching service, and general cancerrelated materials and information.

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HEALTH SERVICES American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association

Services:

•Freedom From Smoking: Group and

online courses to help individuals quit smoking

Maryland Chapter

217 East Redwood Street 23rd Floor Baltimore, MD 21202 1-800-284-6601 or (410) 685-7074 Fax: (410) 528-1956 amanda.bernheim@heart.org www.heart.org

•Better Breathers Club: For individuals who live with COPD and their loved ones, a place to share with and learn from others

•Breathe Well, Live Well: Asthma selfmanagement program for adults

•Lung HelpLine: 1-800-586-4872

Contact: Regional Ofﬁce Manager

Eligibility: General public

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Cost: Fees may or may not apply. 24-

Services: The American Heart As-

hour Lung HelpLine requires no fee and a representative will be on hand to assist with lung health questions.

sociation, through its volunteers, offers professional and public education in the following areas:

•Professional Education Seminars •Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Arthritis Foundation

4720 Montgomery Lane, Suite 300 Bethesda, MD 20814 1-800-365-3811 Fax: (301) 656-2249 lmauti@arthritis.org www.arthritis.org

training through local training centers •Free literature on heart diseases, risk factors, smoking, nutrition, ﬁtness, etc.

Eligibility: General public

Contact: Customer Relations

Cost: No Fee

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

American Lung Association in Maryland 211 East Lombard Street, #260 Baltimore, MD 21202 (443) 451-4950 lungmd@lungusa.org www.lungmd.org

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: Free information about arthritis,

water and land exercise classes, phone information and referral, list of area Rheumatologists, educational seminars and speakers.

Eligibility: Anyone interested in learning more about arthritis. Cost: Fee by facility for land and water

exercise programs. Membership is available for an annual fee, which includes subscriptions to Arthritis Today magazine.

HEALTH SERVICES Community Health Charities of Maryland 1777 Reisterstown Road, Suite 354 Baltimore, MD 21208 (410) 580-1591 Fax: (410) 580-9324 nclaude@chcmd.org www.maryland.healthcharities.org

Contact: Senior Manager of Health

Initiatives Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: Community Health Charities

of Maryland is comprised of over 50 health organizations which provide programs and services to individuals and families throughout the state. CHCMD will provide information and referrals to our agencies’ programs, including support groups, services for the chronically ill and/ or disabled, hospice care and caregiver support, and more.

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Services: Community Options Waiver,

Eligibility: General public Cost: None

Department of Aging

Health-Related Services and Supports 1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-1657 Fax: (301) 600-3554 deptofaging@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging

Contact: Client Services Coordinator

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Community First Choice and Community Personal Assistance Services are programs that enable adults to remain in a community setting even through their physical condition or disability would warrant placement in a long-term care facility. Services that are typically covered by Medicaid in a long-term care facility can be provided to eligible persons in a community setting.

Eligibility: Community Options Waiver

and Community First Choice clients must meet both Medicaid ﬁnancial and medical criteria while Community Personal Assistance Services clients must meet Medicaid ﬁnancial criteria and need assistance with at least 2 activities of daily living (ADLs).

Cost: None

HEALTH SERVICES Department of Social Services

Contact: Owner

By appointment

Medical Assistance Program (Medicaid) Services: Breast prostheses, bras, wigs, 100 East All Saints Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-4575 Fax: (301) 600-2663 www.fcdss.info

compression garments. Personal fittings with a Certified Fitter with 29 years of experience. Main boutique in Pasadena, MD, with satellite location in Frederick. Board of Certification/Accreditation, International (BOC) accredited.

Contact: Intake Unit

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. No face-to-face interviews are required.

Services: Medicaid assists eligible

Eligibility: General public Cost: Call for more information.

individuals with the cost of health care for services obtained from providers participating in the Medical Assistance program. Services include: physician services, hospital treatment, prescription services, skilled nursing home care, home health services, psychiatric emergency services, clinic services, X-ray and laboratory services, etc.

FMH

Diabetes Center

FMH Wellness Center at FSK Mall 5500 Buckeystown Pike Frederick, MD 21703 (240) 379-6045 Fax: (240) 379-6040 DiabetesatWellness@fmh.org www.fmh.org

Eligibility: Individuals meeting ﬁnancial and technical eligibility requirements as speciﬁed through the Department of Health & Mental Hygiene. Eligibility is based on income and resources.

Cost: None

Fittings By Michele

Women’s Center for Breast Care 7211 Bank Court, Suite 110 Frederick, MD 21703 (410) 255-0800 Fax: (410) 255-3522 fittingsbym@hotmail.com www.fittingsbymichele.com

Contact: Program Assistant

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Evening hours by appointment only.

Services: Diabetes self-management

education classes and individual diabetes education, including pre-diabetes and nutritional counseling.

Eligibility: General public Cost: Covered by Medicare and

other insurance plans. Co-pays and deductibles vary.

HEALTH SERVICES Frederick Memorial Hospital Home Health Services

See complete listing under In-Home Services

FMH Physician Finder 400 West 7th Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 695-1300 www.fmh.org

Contact: Ofﬁce Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–9 p.m. Answering machine on evening and weekends. Calls will be returned the next business day.

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Services: Physician referrals for Frederick County. Referrals are made to doctors afﬁliated with Frederick Memorial Hospital.

Eligibility: General public Cost: None

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HEALTH SERVICES FMH Select!

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

FMH Crestwood, 7211 Bank Court Frederick, MD 21703 (240) 379-6031 Fax: (240) 215-1430 www.fmh.org

Services: Provides primary health care

for households with an income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents who meet the ﬁnancial eligibility requirements.

Contact: Program Coordinator

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Cost: Sliding scale co-payment

Services: A senior program of services

and beneﬁts for joyous living and healthy aging. Provides insurance claims assistance, living wills, advanced medical directives, quarterly newsletters, discounts in FMH cafeteria, and discount at FMH Wellness Center. Special ‘Members Only’ pricing and priority seating for monthly luncheons featuring health and wellness programs by local doctors and professionals.

Frederick Community Action Agency (FCAA)

Eligibility: Anyone age 55 or older

Contact: Medbank Case Manager Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Cost: Annual membership fee of $10.

Annual membership fee of $4 for FMH Auxiliary members. No charge for FMH Auxiliary Lifetime members.

100 South Market Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-1506 Maryland Relay: 711 Fax: (301) 662-9079 www.cityoffrederick.com/fcaa

Services: Helps people obtain

Frederick Community Action Agency (FCAA) Access to Care Program (ATC)

Medbank Program

prescription medications they need but cannot afford. Applies to the patient assistance programs provided by pharmaceutical companies. Also helps people apply for other programs, such as the Primary Adult Care Program.

Eligibility: Must be low-to middle-income, without insurance to pay for medications, and must be chronically ill. Each program has speciﬁc eligibility guidelines.

Cost: No cost to enroll in Medbank or for most services.

HEALTH SERVICES

MEDIOIMAGES/PHOTODISC/THINKSTOCK

GOT MEDICARE? Frederick County Department of Aging State Health Insurance Program

Let us help you make informed decisions regarding your health care Subsidy Programs Available

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1440 Taney Ave. Frederick, MD 21702

301-600-1604

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www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging The SMP program provides information to Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, family members, and caregivers to actively protect themselves against fraudulent, wasteful, and abusive health care practices. For more information contact the Frederick County Department of Aging at 301-600-1605, 1440 Taney Ave. Frederick, MD 21702

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HEALTH SERVICES Frederick County Health Department Adult Evaluation and Review Services (AERS)

350 Montevue Lane Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-1736 Fax: (301) 600-3548 www.frederickcountymd.gov/ healthdepartment THOMAS NORTHCUT/DIGITAL VISION/THINKSTOCK

Frederick Community Action Agency (FCAA) School-Based Health Center Program 1285 Hillcrest Drive Frederick, MD 21703 (240) 236-3293 Fax: (240) 236-3293 www.cityoffrederick.com/fcaa

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: Offers medical care and

Contact: Ofﬁce Services Clerk or Program Coordinator Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. to schedule an appointment. Services: A nurse or social worker

conducts a free, in-home evaluation to identify services available to help aged and disabled adults who are at risk for institutionalization to remain in the community. AERS also provides medical determination evaluations for community Medicaid recipients seeking home-based state-wide “Community Options” services.

treatment for all students who are enrolled in the program. Medical care may include Eligibility: N/A examinations, sports physicals, immunizations/vaccinations, preventative care, dental Cost: None varnishes to help prevent cavities, and treatment of illnesses. Can serve as the “medical home” for students who do not Frederick have health insurance.

County Health Department

Community Health Division

Eligibility: Students enrolled at Hillcrest,

Lincoln, Waverly, and Monocacy Elementary Schools, as well as their younger-age siblings, and homeless students.

Cost: None

350 Montevue Lane Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-1733 Fax: (301) 600-3310 www.frederickhealth.org

HEALTH SERVICES Frederick County Health Department

Contact: Director of Nursing

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Dental Program

Services: Provides a variety of programs

for children and adults that focus on health maintenance and the prevention of illness. Services include maternal child health, Healthy Start, communicable disease surveillance, HIV testing and case management services, immunizations, breast and cervical cancer screening, skin cancer awareness, colorectal cancer screening and non-English speaking outreach. Interpreting and sign language services available.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents Cost: Sliding scale/some services free

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Contact: Dental Unit Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Services: Referral services for adults to

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Eligibility: Frederick County residents Cost: A sliding scale is used to determine

fees based on income and family size. No one is denied service due to inability to pay.

Frederick County Health Department Preventative Health Program

350 Montevue Lane Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-3362 Fax: (301) 600-3689 jmyers1@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/ healthdepartment

JUPITERIMAGES/LIQUIDLIBRARY/THINKSTOCK

Contact: Program Coordinator Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

HomeCall-Frederick See complete listing under In-Home Services

Services: Breast and Cervical Cancer

Program offers free clinical breast exams, PAP tests, and mammograms to women 40+ years of age who meet generous income guidelines and do not have insurance.

Hospice of Frederick County

The Colorectal Cancer Screening Program offers free history, physical, and colonoscopy to income eligible men and women 50+ years of age with no insurance, or men and women of any age who have an increased risk of colorectal cancer. Local participating medical providers provide medical care.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents Cost: Free to qualiﬁed men and women

516 Trail Avenue, Suite C P.O. Box 1799 Frederick, MD 21702 (240) 566-3030 Fax: (240) 566-3601 kcharuhas@fmh.org www.hospiceoffrederick.org

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 24-hour answering service available for emergency contact

HEALTH SERVICES Services: An insurance-approved healthcare service specialized in providing comprehensive medical, emotional, spiritual, and bereavement support for individuals and their loved ones facing a life-limiting illness.

Hospice services are provided to patients where they reside, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and at the Kline Hospice House. For the bereaved in the community, the Hospice offers a variety of evening support groups, telephone support, one-on-one support, and Camp Jamie for children who are grieving. Bereavement services are provided at no charge thanks to generous donations. Volunteers are the heart of Hospice and are always needed.

healthcare, dental care (extractions and ﬁllings only; NO wisdom teeth), and free prescription medications, delivered through a mobile medical program and licensed volunteer doctors, nurses, dentists, and other non-medical volunteers. The mobile clinic travels to ﬁve sites in Maryland, two of which are in Frederick County. Helping people since 1994. Brunswick Faith Baptist Church 2212 Jefferson Pike Knoxville, MD 21758 (301) 631-2670 ext. 110 (appointment # only) Served twice monthly on Tuesdays Medical and dental services available. Clinic hours are usually 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Frederick Frederick Church of the Brethren 201 Fairview Avenue Cost: Fixed fee based on insurance. Sliding scale. Medicare, Medicaid and most Frederick, MD 21701 private insurance now provide coverage for (301) 631-2670 ext. 110 (appointment # only) hospice services. Served twice monthly on Mondays Medical, dental, physical therapy and prenatal services available. Mission of Mercy Clinic hours are usually 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 22 South Market Street, Suite 6D Frederick, MD 21701 Visit Mission of Mercy’s website for clinic (301) 682-5683 (Administration only) locations, directions, and appointment Fax: (301) 682-3499 numbers. New patients accepted on a main@amissionofmercy.org walk-in basis. Dental is on a first-come, first www.amissionofmercy.org serve basis (must be 18 years of age or older)—NO appointments. All new patients Contact: Office manager need to arrive at the clinic sites before 5 a.m.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents

Services: Provides free basic, primary

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Eligibility: Persons with no insurance;

Medicare

there is no pre-qualiﬁcation process.

5340 Spectrum Drive Frederick, MD 21703 1-866-331-7089 or 1-800-SSA-1213 1-800-MEDICARE www.medicare.gov

Cost: Free

National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

2219 York Road Timonium, MD 21093 1-800-FIGHTMS or (443) 641-1200 info@nmss-md.org www.nmss-md.org

Services:

Hospital Insurance (Part A): Covers medically necessary inpatient hospital care, medically necessary inpatient care in a skilled nursing facility following hospitalization, and medically necessary care in the home by a home health agency.

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: Information and referral,

literature and educational programs, loan closet of durable medical equipment (DME), ﬁnancial assistance for purchase of DME, and limited ﬁnancial assistance for transportation to medical appointments, eviction prevention, and utilities shut-off notices. Local self-help groups available.

Medical Insurance (Part B): Helps pay for medically necessary physician services, outpatient physical therapy, speech therapy, and a number of other medical services and supplies not covered by hospital insurance. Medical Insurance may also pay for medically necessary home health care when hospital insurance cannot. Prescription drugs are not covered.

Eligibility: Persons with multiple sclerosis Eligibility: Hospital and Medical and their families or caregivers

Cost: None

The Religious Coalition for Emergency Human Needs See complete listing under Emergency Assistance

Insurance-Social Security (S.S.) and Railroad Retirement (R.R.) beneficiaries who are at least age 65, or disabled S.S. and R.R. beneficiaries at any age, who have been receiving Social Security or Railroad disability checks for 24 months. It is not necessary that retired beneficiaries over 65 actually be receiving S.S. or R.R. benefits to be entitled to Medicare, but an application must be filed. Provisions are

HEALTH SERVICES

STOCKBYTE/THINKSTOCK

more liberal for those disabled because of chronic renal disease and Lou Gehrig’s disease. Premium for Hospital Insurance: Persons at least 65 who are not Social Security or Railroad Retirement beneﬁciaries may elect to pay a monthly premium for hospital insurance coverage, but must also elect to take medical insurance coverage as well. The enrollment period for both begins in the third month before the month one reaches age 65. Enrollment in any month after age 65 may delay Medicare coverage.

cost to S.S. and R.R. beneficiaries. For others there is a certain monthly premium if enrolled at the first opportunity. If enrollment is delayed, that premium is increased by 10% for each twelve-month period. Medical Insurance: There is a certain monthly premium when enrollment takes place at the first opportunity. For each year enrollment is delayed that premium is increased by 10% for each twelvemonth period.

Cost:

Hospital Insurance: There is no premium

Whitesell Pharmacy See complete listing under Durable Medical Equipment

HOSPITAL Frederick Memorial Hospital, Inc. 400 West 7th Street Frederick, MD 21701 (240) 566-3300 TTY: (240) 566-3592 www.fmh.org

Service Sites:

FMH Immediate Care 850 Oak Street Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 698-8374 FMH Immediate Care, Mt. Airy 1502 South Main Street Mt. Airy, MD 21771 (301) 829-5888

FMH Rose Hill 1562 Opossumtown Pike Frederick, MD 21702 (240) 566-3101

Hospice of Frederick County 516 Trail Avenue, Suite C P.O. Box 1799 Frederick, MD 21702 (240) 566-3030

FMH Mount Airy 1502 South Main Street Mount Airy, MD 21771 (301) 829-5800

FMH Psychiatric Services 400 West 7th Street Frederick, MD 21701 (240) 566-3904

FMH Wellness Center at FSK Mall 5500 Buckeystown Pike Frederick, MD 21703 (240) 379-6000

FMH Advanced Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine 400 West 7th Street Frederick, MD 21701 (240) 566-3840

FMH Diabetes Center 5500 Buckeystown Pike Frederick, MD 21703 (240) 379-6000 FMH Regional Cancer Therapy Center 501 West 7th Street Frederick, MD 21701 (240) 566-4500

FMH Cardiac Rehabilitation 400 West 7th Street Frederick, MD 21701 (240) 566-3229

Eligibility: General public Cost: Contact general information at (240) 566-3300 and ask for the business ofďŹ ce.

HOUSING Brunswick House Apartments

the rent for these air-conditioned units, which include a community room and activities for residents. Located near hospital, shopping and banking.

1100 Peach Orchard Lane Brunswick, MD 21716 (301) 834-7700 Fax: (301) 834-9349 Brunswick@tmamgroup.com

Eligibility: Persons 62 years of age or older with limited income.

Cost: Fee based on income and family size. Private pay.

Contact: Site Manager

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Creekside at Tasker’s Chance

Services: 31 one-bedroom and 20

efﬁciency apartments. Offers on-site service coordinator, 24-hour maintenance staff, elevator, community room, and computer room.

100 Burgess Hill Way Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 698-5700 Fax: (301) 698-1486 creekside@capreit.com www.capreit.com

Eligibility: Individuals 62 years of age or older or anyone who is 100% disabled.

Contact: Community Manager

Cost: Rent based on 30% of income,

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday & Saturday by appointment.

HUD subsidized

Services: One and two bedroom apartments for seniors age 55+.

Catoctin View & Catoctin Manor Apartments

Eligibility: 55+ - Tax Credit – Income Limitations

798 & 800 Motter Avenue Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 620-8666 Fax: (301) 620-2219 pspencer@hacfrederick.org www.hacfrederick.org

Cost: Contact ofﬁce for details.

Department of Social Services

Contact: Property Manager

By appointment only Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Every other Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Project Home/Adult Foster Care 100 East All Saints Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-2635

Services: Offers 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and 74 efﬁciency apartments. Gas, electric and water/sewer are included in

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Contact: Adult Services

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Services: Provides for the recruitment,

training, certiﬁcation, and monitoring of Care/AFC homes and the matching of disabled adults or frail elderly in need of a limited supervised living arrangement with the appropriate home provider. Primarily, Project Home/AFC offers the adult an opportunity to continue or resume living in the community.

Eligibility: Must be a Frederick County

resident 18 years of age or older who is at risk when living independently. Prospective Project Care/AFC providers need to call the Department of Social Services for information concerning the application process.

that offers both independent and assisted living services. A variety of apartment sizes or units are available. Independent living residents may select from a wide range of service options. Assisted living has a low staff/resident ratio and a high quality of care.

Eligibility: General public Cost: Monthly fee based upon unit size,

additional services, and assisted living level of care.

Frederick Community Action Agency (FCAA) Housing Counseling

100 South Market Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-1506 Maryland Relay: 711 Fax: (301) 662-9079 www.cityoffrederick.com/fcaa

Cost: Depends on client resources and

varies according to services needed and provided. There are a limited number of state-subsidized placements available.

Edenton Retirement Community

5800 Genesis Lane Frederick, MD 21703 (301) 694-3100 Fax: (301) 694-0308 info@edenton-retirement.com www.edenton-retirement.com

Contact: Community Relations

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Evenings and weekends by appointment

Services: A rental retirement community

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services:

Housing Counseling Program: A HUD approved housing counseling agency and accredited housing counselors provide pre-purchase, default, and home equity conversion counseling services..

Eligibility: Frederick County individuals and families.

Cost: None; for further information, call the ofﬁce.

HOUSING Frederick County Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) 5340 Spectrum Drive, Suite A Frederick, MD 21703 (301) 600-6091 Fax: (301) 600-3585 khalter@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/housing

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: Provides a diverse mix of

affordable housing programs and resources for low-to moderate-income renters, homeowners, homebuyers, and organizations that create and preserve affordable housing, with an emphasis on serving low-to moderate-income and special needs populations.

Eligibility: Any low-income person or

cottage-style 1 level townhomes for lowincome seniors located in Woodsboro, Maryland. Rental Allowance Program: Shortterm rental assistance for poverty-level homeless or about-to-be homeless.

HOMEBUYER ASSISTANCE The Home Initiatives Program: Provides down payment/closing cost assistance loans to income-eligible, ﬁrst time buyers.

HOMEOWNER REPAIR/ REHABILITATION PROGRAMS Special Loan Programs and Maryland Housing Rehab Program: Low-cost or deferred loans for homeowners for roofs, plumbing, heating, electrical, code violations, replacement homes, emergency items, lead removal, etc.

OTHER PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Livability Code for Renters: Complaintfamily is potentially eligible for assistance, based code for renters living in units not up as well as people with special needs. Assis- to code or with unsafe conditions. tance is given regardless of age, race, or sex.

Cost: None RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS

Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8): Rental assistance for lowincome households living in market housing—serves 450+ households; wait list 500+, currently closed.

Service Linked Housing Program: Links homeless or about-to-be homeless with services through housing counselors. Emergency Shelter Grant: Provides operating funds for emergency shelters.

Resource and Referral Center: DHCD maintains up-to-date information on assisted and market rate rental housing Bell Court Senior Housing (county owned rental complex): 28 one-bedroom and housing-related services.

HOUSING Frederick Rescue Mission

tenants pays the difference between 30% of income and the approved rent.

Beacon House

419 West South Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 695-6633 Fax: (301) 695-6637 kriver@therescuemission.org www.therescuemission.org

Public Housing: Catoctin View and Catoctin Manor Apartments for the elderly. See complete listing under Housing. Eligibility: Individuals 62 years of age

or older

Contact: Director of Changed Life

Recovery Program. Applications accepted Monday-Friday, 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.

Cost: Free to apply for subsidy

Services: Provides a one-year intensive

Changed Life Recovery Program for men with substance abuse disorders. Men must be physically able to attend Christian curriculum classes and participate in work therapy. Program participants are not permitted to work outside of the program. Part-time employment may be provided by a local retreat and conference center. All ﬁnances are managed by the program with special ﬁnancial requirements.

Interfaith Housing Alliance, Inc.

731 North Market Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 662-4225 ext. 1304 Fax: (301) 662-6477 jminnick@interfaithhousing.org www.interfaithhousing.org

Eligibility: Men 18 years of age or older

Contact: Housing Services Coordinator Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Cost: Contact ofﬁce for details

Services: Owns and manages

Housing Authority of the City of Frederick 209 Madison Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 662-8173 Fax: (301) 620-2219 www.hacfrederick.org

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Services:

Rental Assistance: Subsidy for qualifying

Weinberg House senior apartments in historic downtown Frederick. Provides one-bedroom apartments to low- and moderate-income senior families. Weinberg House: 23 fully accessible apartment units in Frederick. We invite you to visit our website for a virtual tour and to submit an application.

Eligibility: Persons age 62 or older with disabilities, or low-income seniors age 62 or older.

Cost: $605 + electric; no pets, only

HOUSING veriﬁed service/companion animals accepted; non-smoking. No application fees.

Lincoln on the Park Apartments 401 W. Lincoln Ave. Emmitsburg, MD 21727 (301) 447-3911 Fax: (301) 447-3406 Lincoln@hrehllc.com www.lincolnonthepark.com www.lincolnonthepark.net

Contact: Community Manager

Leasing ofﬁce is open Tuesday & Thursday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Services: Rental Housing for the elderly

62 or older or handicapped of any age. Lincoln is ﬁnanced by USDA rural Development and 31 of the 32 one bedroom apartments’ rents are based on 30% of monthly gross income. We also have services and activities for all the residents.

Eligibility: Income, age and disability status.

Cost: Based on income and family size.

Private pay and accept housing vouchers.

JUPITERIMAGES/POLKA DOT/THINKSTOCK

Contact: Board President

24-hour voice mailbox; calls will be returned.

Services: Repairs houses of low-income homeowners, particularly elderly and disabled, so that they can live in warmth, safety, and independence. Home repairs are completed the last Saturday in April each year.

Eligibility: Application gives priority to

Rebuilding Together of Frederick County

P.O. Box 1822 Frederick, MD 21702 (240) 415-8728 www.rebuildingtogetherfrederick.org

elderly, low-income, or disabled persons, and considers the repair needs of each home. Applications can be obtained by calling the above number or at the Frederick County Department of Aging.

Cost: None

HOUSING Seton Village Apartments

Services: 130 one-bedroom units, 13 of which are designed for the handicapped. No assisted living or nursing services provided.

327 South Seton Avenue Emmitsburg, MD 21727 (301) 447-6250 Fax: (301) 447-3406 SetonVillage@hrehllc.com www.setonvillageapartments.com www.setonvillageapartments.net

Eligibility: Persons 62 or older Cost: Based on income and family size.

Contact: Community Manager Leasing ofﬁce is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Unified Community Connections

Services: Rental housing for the elderly,

one household member must be 62 or older. Seton Village is ﬁnanced by Housing and Urban Development and MD Department of Housing and Community Development. There are a total of 43 apartments. 31 units are one bedroom apartments with rents that are based on income, 30% of monthly gross income. The remaining 12 units are two bedroom apartments and are 40, 50 and 60% Tax Credit (Income Restrictions Apply). Service and activities are available to all the residents.

Eligibility: Income, age. Cost: Private pay, Housing Vouchers

Taney Village Apartments 1421 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 663-0929 Fax: (301) 696-8320

Contact: Property Manager or Rental

Secretary Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland, Inc. (UCP)) See complete listing under Adult Daycare

Victoria Park at Walkersville

105 Sandstone Drive Walkersville, MD 21793 (301) 845-4885 Fax: (301) 845-2708 victoriaparkwalkersville@habitatamerica.com www.habitatamerica.com

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Services: 80 one- and two-bedroom

apartments and numerous common areas offer charm, comfort, and accessibility.

Eligibility: Individuals 62 years of age or

older who meet current resident selection criteria requirements.

Cost: Contact the community manager for details.

IDENTIFICATION Maryland Identification Card Motor Vehicle Administration Frederick Branch Office 1601 Bowman’s Farm Road Frederick, MD 21701 1-800-950-1682

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Saturday, 8:30 a.m.–Noon

Eligibility: Any Maryland resident who

does not possess a valid driver’s license. Must apply in person and present an original or certified birth certificate, some type of I.D. with signature, and two proofs of residence. Same requirements as the original for a duplicate Maryland Identification Card.

Cost: Free to those 65 years or older, or

blind, or who have lost the use of a leg or arm, Services: Issues identiﬁcation cards with or are permanently disabled so severely that photos that provide identiﬁcation necessary crutches or a wheelchair are required. For all for check cashing, etc. others there is a nominal charge.

IN-HOME SERVICES Baker Rehab Group

Department of Social Services

626 Trail Avenue Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 662-1997 or 1-866-727-3422 Fax: (301) 668-2202 info@bakerrehabgroup.com www.bakerrehabgroup.com

Contact: Ofﬁce Manager

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

In-Home Aide Services

100 East All Saints Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-2635 www.fcdss.info

Contact: Adult Services

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Services: In-Home aides may provide Services: Provides physical, occupational, chore and personal care services to

and speech therapy to patients in their homes or in a rehabilitation clinic.

Eligibility: Anyone in need of physical, occupational, or speech therapy.

Cost: Medicare, private insurance, and private pay accepted.

individuals of all ages in their homes. Services include food preparation, bathing, exercising, chores, grocery shopping, transportation, and companionship contact to enable the individual to remain at home.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents with a doctor’s veriﬁcation of need

Cost: None

IN-HOME SERVICES First Care Nursing Services, Inc.

Services: Assistance with bathing,

toileting, mobility, eating, dressing, and medication supervision is provided to eligible individuals of all ages in their homes. Providers who are usually recruited by the Health Department give care.

7310 Grove Road, Suite 202 Frederick, MD 21704 (301) 682-3632 Fax: (240) 439-4360 Stanley@fcnursinginc.com www.fcnursinginc.com

Eligibility: Must have a current Medical

Contact: Administrator

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Assistance Card (Medicaid) and qualify for care after receiving a free in-home nursing assessment provided by the program’s nursing staff.

Services: We provide the following

Cost: None

services: activities of daily living (such as grooming, bathing, house chores, etc.), transportation to visit doctors and church, medication reminders and administration.

Frederick Memorial Hospital Home Health Services

605 East Church Street, Suite 2 Frederick, MD 21701 (240) 566-3568 Fax: (240) 566-3984 loetzel@fmh.org or tasbury@fmh.org www.fmh.org

Eligibility: Individuals 18 years and older. Cost: $18 to $45 based on Nursing As-

sessment. We accept private insurance, Medicaid, donations and private pay.

Frederick County Health Department

Medicaid Personal Care Program (MAPC) 350 Montevue Lane Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-3207 Fax: (301) 600-3548 www.frederickcountymd.gov/ healthdepartment

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Contact: Director

Monday–Sunday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Weekend & evening visits

Services: A comprehensive plan of home health care services to meet a patient’s needs in the comfort of the patient’s home.

Skilled Intermittent Home Health •Intermittent Skilled Nursing •Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy •Speech Therapy •Personal Care •Home Infusion

IN-HOME SERVICES •Social Work •Pediatric Nursing and Therapy Eligibility: All ages, incomes, skilled services.

Cost: Accepts most private insurance.

Medicare, Medicaid, Veterans Administraion accepted.

Helping Hands In-Home Care, Inc.

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 24-hour on-call service

Services: Provides personal care, meal

preparation, medication supervision, light housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and companionship. Services can be provided 5 hours to 24 hours per day, 1 day to 7 days a week.

Eligibility: General public Cost: Rates vary according to the type

of service and the number of hours.

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Contact: Coordinator

IN-HOME SERVICES HomeCall-Frederick

Services: Provides caring and compas-

1446 West Patrick Street, Suite 16 Frederick, MD 21702 (240) 215-4668 or 1-800-444-0096 Fax: (301) 698-8191 or 1-800-418-6635 tywana.tawney@lhcgroup.com www.lhcgroup.com

Contact: Central Intake 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Services: Homecare, lifeline installation

and monitoring, and telehealth monitoring. HomeCall is a state-licensed, Medicarecertiﬁed and JCAHO accredited home healthcare company. One of the larger home health companies in the mid-Atlantic region offering qualiﬁed professional skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational and speech therapy, social work services and paraprofessional services to its clients.

sionate home-based services and personal care for those who need a helping hand in their own home. Evaluates each individual’s needs and creates a customized care plan. The non-medical staff offers assistance with meals, housekeeping, laundry, transportation, care coordination, telephone checks, and more. The personal care staff offers assistance with recovery after a hospital stay, activities of daily living, and specialized programming including “Pre-hab” services, Restorative aide Services, Cardiac Care, and Alzheimer’s/Dementia care.

Eligibility: Open to the public Cost: Monthly fee based upon individual

needs for products and services.

Eligibility: Anyone who is home-bound

Home Instead Senior Care

and in need of home care services.

614 West Patrick Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 846-9922 Fax: (301) 846-9944 Brad.snively@homeinstead.com www.homeinstead.com/627

Cost: Medicare, Medicaid, private

insurances, and private pay accepted.

Home Care Services by Edenton 5800 Genesis Lane Frederick, MD 21703 (301) 694-3100 Fax: (301) 694-0308 info@edenton-retirement.com www.edentonhomecare.com

Contact: Home Care Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Contact: Ofﬁce staff

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Services: CAREGivers are exception-

ally trained to assist with personal care, bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminder and transportation. Licensed, bonded and insured. We can provide services for one (1) hour to 24/7.

IN-HOME SERVICES Care can be provided in home, assisted living facility or nursing home. Specializing in Alzheimer’s care.

Eligibility: Adult community, qualifying veterans, long-term insurance, and private pay.

Cost: Free in-home consultation; rates vary based on services provided.

Maxim Healthcare Services 188 Thomas Johnson Drive, Suite 102 Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 631-2255 or 1-866-466-2982 Fax: (855) 857-1697 frederickoffice@maxhealth.com www.maximhealthcare.com

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Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: A Home Healthcare Provider

for skilled visits, hourly skilled nursing, and personal care assistance for the activities of daily living. Private duty nursing to assist seniors, adults and children with routine to complex medical needs, including, but not limited to: personal care, assisting with mobility, preparing meals and feeding, escorting to appointments, medication management, and all areas of skilled nursing.

Eligibility: General public Cost: Rates vary according to type of service and payer source.

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IN-HOME SERVICES Options for Senior America Corp. 1309 Orchard Way, 3rd Floor Frederick, MD 21703 (301) 624-5630 Fax: (301) 583-5176 Frederick@optionscorp.com www.optionscorp.com

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Contact: Branch Manager

Ofﬁce: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Service: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Contact: Client Care Coordinator/ofﬁce

Services: Home care services for senior

Services: Affordable in-home care

adults in their own homes. Services include assistance with personal care, bathing, dressing, toileting, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and companionship. Staff can provide simple companionship or skilled RN nursing. Skilled care licensed RNs and LPNs on staff.

Eligibility: General public Cost: Varies according to services

requested and the number of hours needed. Long-term care insurance and veterans beneﬁts accepted as well as private pay and credit cards.

Right At Home

550 Highland Street, Suite 110 Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 696-1122 Fax: (301) 696-1373 emclaughlin@rahmd.net www.rightathome.net/centralmd

staff

provided by compassionate Caregivers/Certiﬁed Nursing Assistants who are licensed, bonded, and insured. We offer care from one (1) hour a day to 24 hours a day, meal preparation, medication administration, transportation, bathing, dressing, Alzheimer’s care, Parkinson’s care, Hospice care and more. Evenings, weekends and holidays are no problem.

Eligibility: Anyone over 18 years of age Cost: Call for pricing options.

Senior Care Program

A partnership between Department of Aging and Department of Social Services 1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-2635 or (301) 600-1605 deptofaging@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging

Contact: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

IN-HOME SERVICES Services: Helps frail, health-impaired

older persons locate and select the services that can help them continue to live in their homes and stay in their communities. An evaluation of needs is done in the home by a qualiﬁed staff person or team. After the needed services are identiﬁed, a case manager will help locate and arrange for services and ensure that the older person receives the needed services at the right time.

if they meet established ﬁnancial standards and other eligibility criteria.

Cost: None

Shepherd’s Staff In-Home Care

2 East Frederick Street, Suite 1 Walkersville, MD 21793 (240) 566-5106 Fax: (240) 575-5777 help@shepherds-staff.net www.shepherds-staff.net

Eligibility: Must be 65 years of age or

Contact: Care Manager

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older, need assistance with several daily activities such as bathing, meal preparation, etc., be moderately or severely disabled, be medically at risk of institutionalization, and live in Frederick County. Such persons may be eligible for gap-ﬁlling service dollars

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302 East 4th Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 418-6172 Fax: (301) 620-8612 JaniceD@visitingangels.com www.visitingangels.com

Services: We help seniors remain safely at home by providing compassionate caregivers or certiďŹ ed nursing assistants who can help with daily activities, personal hygiene, housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, memory care and companionship. Services are available up to 24 hours/day, and we can accommodate weekends, holidays and shorter shifts as well.

Contact: Director, 24/7

Eligibility: Senior adults in need of assistance to remain at home.

Cost: Fees range from $18-$26 per hour.

Unified Community Connections

(Formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland, Inc. (UCP))

See complete listing under Adult Daycare

Services: Visiting Angels is Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

choice in Home Care. We provide personal care, respite care and companion care to all adults that want to continue living at home. We also provide additional assistance for adults living in Assisted Living facilities in Frederick. We care every day in every way.

Eligibility: General public Cost: Fee varies. Private pay, private

insurance or long-term care insurance.

LAW ENFORCEMENT Frederick County Sheriff’s Office

Frederick Police Department Victim Services Unit

100 West Patrick Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-2102 Fax: (301) 600-2148 www.cityoffrederick.com/police

Community Services

110 Airport Drive East Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-2167 Fax: (301) 600-6759 www.frederickcountymd.gov/sheriff

Contact: Victim Services Unit

(301) 600-1046 (non-emergency; 24 hours/7 days) 911 (emergency)

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: Assists all crime victims in the

Services: Senior emergency cell phone program, neighborhood watch, community program, and public relations.

city of Frederick. Coordinates with the Department of Aging, Adult Protective Services, and other agencies to better assist victims, help prevent victimization, and address safety needs and quality of life issues.

Eligibility: No requirements

Eligibility: General public

Cost: None

Contact: Community Service Supervisor

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES American Red Cross See complete listing under Emergency Assistance

Frederick Community College

Adult Basic Education Program 7932 Opossumtown Pike Frederick, MD 21702 (240) 629-7962 adulted@frederick.edu www.frederick.edu.adulted

Contact: Program Specialist Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m.–Noon Services: Adult Basic Education, GED

preparation and English as a second language. Classes for Maryland residents age 16 and up who are ofﬁcially withdrawn from school.

Eligibility: 16+ in need of diploma or English language skills.

Cost: No fee

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Frederick County Public Libraries 110 East Patrick Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-1613 Fax: (301) 600-3789 www.fcpl.org

Services: Every library branch has a

selection of regular and large print books, magazines, audio books, music CDs, and DVDs for all ages. The e-Library on FCPL’s website has a wide selection of audio books, eBooks and digital magazines for download and free music that is yours to keep forever. Library cards are free for everyone who lives or works in Maryland. The Maryland Room, located at C. Burr Artz Public Library, is a non-circulating, local history research collection of primary and secondary sources. Meeting rooms are available at ﬁve FCPL branches during normal operating hours.

Eligibility: Any interested person. Must

have a library card to borrow materials. To obtain a library card, bring proof of residence such as a bill or letter addressed to your home, or your driver’s license.

Cost: None

LOCATIONS C. Burr Artz Public Library 110 East Patrick Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-1630 Monday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday, 1 p.m.–5 p.m.

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Brunswick Public Library 915 North Maple Avenue Brunswick, MD 21716 (301) 600-7250 Monday & Wednesday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks 1635 Ballenger Creek Pike Point of Rocks, MD 21777 (301) 874-4560 Monday & Wednesday, 3 p.m.–8 p.m. Tuesday & Saturday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Emmitsburg Public Library 300 South Seton Avenue Emmitsburg, MD 21727 (301) 600-6329 Monday & Wednesday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. -continued on page 90-

Frederick County Department of Aging is proud to be your Maryland Access Point (MAP) MAP PROVIDES: • Information • Assistance • Resources • Referrals • Options Counseling

MAP SERVES: • Older Adults • Adults with disabilities • Family members and caregivers who support them

The MAP is located at the Frederick County Department of Aging 1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702

301.600.1605 Maryland Relay: 711 www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/Aging www.MarylandAccessPoint.info

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LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES -continued from page 88Middletown Public Library 101 Prospect Street Middletown, MD 21769 (301) 371-7560 Monday & Wednesday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Thurmont Public Library 76 East Moser Road Thurmont, MD 21788 (301) 600-7200 Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday, 1 p.m.–5 p.m. Urbana Regional Library 9020 Amelung Street Frederick, MD 21704 (301) 600-7000 Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday, 1 p.m.–5 p.m. Walkersville Public Library 57 West Frederick Street Walkersville, MD 21793 (301) 845-8880 Monday & Wednesday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Educational Programs Tuition-Free Registration Frederick Community College 7932 Opossumtown Pike Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 846-2431 www.frederick.edu

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Contact: Welcome & Registration Center Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–7 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Services: Provides opportunity for eligible persons to register tuition-free on a spaceavailable basis. Tuition-free registration available two weeks prior to the start of the semester.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Eligibility: Maryland residents 60 years

Contact: ILR’s Program Manager

or older

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Cost: No charge for tuition if space is

available and if the course has sufﬁcient enrollment. Other related costs including books and materials fees must be paid.

Services: Offers short, casual courses for

Frederick Community College

Subjects include history, world cultures, social issues, health, art, computers, and much more. Call for a course schedule.

7932 Opossumtown Pike Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 624-2732 Fax: (301) 624-2749 sadams@frederick.edu www.frederick.edu/ILR

Eligibility: Frederick County residents

Institute for Learning in Retirement-ILR

the personal enrichment and intellectual stimulation of adults age 55+.

age 55 and up. A diploma is not required to participate.

Cost: Ranges from free to $95 per class

Specializing In Senior Insurance

For more information about: • Medicare deductibles • Medicare coinsurance • Medicare Part A • Medicare Part B • Medicare Supplement Insurance

• Medicare Supplement Insurance • Long-Term Care Insurance • Home Health Care Insurance • Annuities/Life Insurance • Drug Discount Cards

Brian Ferguson

Licensed Insurance Agent

240-285-3696

Brian.Ferguson@bankerslife.com 7215 Corporate Ct. Ste 202 Frederick, MD 21703 Medicare Supplement Plans are underwritten by Colonial Penn Life Insurance Company, an affiliate of Bankers Life and Casualty Company. Colonial Penn Life Insurance Company, Bankers Life and Casualty Company and their licensed agents are not affiliated with or sponsored by the US Government or the Federal Medicare Program. Insurance Solicitation. Certain policies available to underage 65 persons due to disability.CPL-04-B001MD 1934992

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Hood College

Mount Saint Mary’s University

401 Rosemont Avenue Frederick, MD 21701-8575 (301) 663-3131 marcom@hood.edu www.hood.edu

16300 Old Emmitsburg Road Emmitsburg, MD 21727 (301) 447-6122 www.msmary.edu

Contact: Marketing and Communications Contact: Ofﬁce

8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services:

Athletic Events: Hood College competes in baseball, basketball, cross-country, ﬁeld hockey, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and ﬁeld, and volleyball. The public is welcome. (301) 696-3499

Knott Athletic Recreation Convocation Complex: Offers a swimming pool, handball/racquetball courts, basketball/ tennis courts, jogging track, weight training and aerobics rooms, sauna, and locker rooms. An arthritis ﬁtness and water aerobics program is available several times per week. For more information, contact Recreation Services at (301) 447-5290.

Cultural Events: Most cultural events are open to the public without charge or for a nominal fee. (301) 696-3800

Adult Degree Completion Program: Provides some academic credit for life experiences and leads to a bachelor’s degree in general studies. For more information and fee schedule, call the Registrar’s Ofﬁce at (301) 447-5215.

Library Services: Library is open during college hours, changing for summer semester, and winter and spring breaks. (301) 696-3915

Renewal, Not Retirement: Offers

Hugh J. Phillips Library: Call (301) 447-5244.

persons 60 years of age or older the opportunity to take college courses at a reduced cost, as audit students only, on a space-available basis and with the instructor’s approval. (301) 696-3616.

Speakers: Hood faculty and staff are available to speak to civic groups and organizations. (301) 696-3800

Community Activities: Plays, concerts, recitals, lectures, symposia, etc. are available to the general public. For additional information, please call.

Cost:

Recreation: Special senior citizen annual recreation membership rates are available. Community Activities: Some programs have fees.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Mount Saint Mary’s University Frederick Campus

5350 Spectrum Drive Frederick, MD 21703 (301) 682-8315 Fax: (301) 682-5247 www.msmary.edu

Contact: Director of Marketing Evening classes & weekends Services: In addition to the activities

listed on the main Mount campus in Emmitsburg, the branch site in Frederick offers Bachelor of Science degree compleDIGITAL VISION/PHOTO DISC/THINKSTOCK tion programs in Business, Criminal Justice, Services: A statewide, informal education Elementary Education, and Masters degrees in Business, Health Administration, system and off-campus, out-of-classroom component of the University of Maryland. and Education. UME’s mission is to educate citizens to apply practical, research-based knowledge Eligibility: Open to adults of all ages who to critical issues facing individuals, families, meet Mount admission requirements. communities, the State, and our global Cost: Fees are posted on the website and partners. vary by program. Provides programs through publications, seminars, and workshops held locally and at senior centers on a variety of topics: University of Maryland health, nutrition, food safety, ﬁnance-based Extension education, and living green/healthy homes. Has access to regional and university Frederick County specialists and the Home and Garden 330 Montevue Lane Information Center, which also provides Frederick, MD 21702 valuable services both directly and indirect(301) 600-1594 ly to citizens. Provides programs in areas Fax: (301) 600-1588 vital to the quality of life in Frederick County. LLSmith@umd.edu extension.umd.edu/frederick-county Eligibility: General public Contact: Ofﬁce Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Cost: Nominal fee/free

LEGAL SERVICES Community Alternative Mediation, Inc. (CALM)

Services: The Department of Aging will

refer individuals to a locally contracted legal service provider for issues such as: •Income maintenance/disability beneﬁts: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security denial •Health care: Medicare or Medical Assistance denial, etc. •Nutrition: food stamps denial •Housing/Utilities: landlord-tenant problems, etc. •Other issues such as Will preparation or drawing up a Power of Attorney will be referred to other attorneys or organizations

629 North Market Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 631-2256 Fax: (301) 620-4224 calmfrederick@gmail.com www.calmfrederick.org

Contact: Executive Director

Every day, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Services: Helps older adults, their

families, and care providers communicate effectively and resolve conﬂict. Offers free mediation and group conferencing services for all dispute resolution, including landlord-tenant, medical services, family decision-making, and developing transition plans. Inclusive of all family and care givers. Call for brochure on senior services.

The Department of Aging does not have an attorney on staff.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents 60 years of age or older with priority for those with greatest economic need.

Cost: None

Maryland Legal Aid

Eligibility: Frederick County residents

22 South Market Street, Suite 11 Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 694-7414 or 1-800-679-8813 Fax: (301) 698-2636 midwestern@mdlab.org www.mdlab.org

Cost: Free

Department of Aging Senior Legal Services

1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-1604 Fax: (301) 600-3554 deptofaging@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Contact: Ofﬁce Manager Intake, by phone or in person Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–Noon Services: Provides free legal representation to qualifying low-income or elderly persons in non-criminal cases only, e.g., housing and landlord/tenant disputes, denials and terminations, public beneﬁts,

LEGAL SERVICES Office of the Attorney General of Maryland

family law, consumer protection, and employment. Referrals for Power of Attorney, Advanced Directives, Wills, and deed changes.

Consumer Protection Division 44 North Potomac Street, Suite 104 Hagerstown, MD 21740 (301) 791-4780 Fax: (301) 791-7178 Consumer@oag.state.md.us www.oag.state.md.us/Consumer

Eligibility: Call for eligibility requirements Cost: None

Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service

Frederick 2nd & 4th Thursdays Only Consumer Protection Division Citizens Services Building 520 North Market Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-1071 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

1 North Charles Street, Suite 222 Baltimore, MD 21201 1-800-510-0050 or (410) 547-6537 Fax: (443) 451-4081 info@mvlslaw.org www.mvlslaw.org

Contact: New Client Intake

Contact: Supervisor

Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Services: Matches low-income indi-

viduals with volunteer lawyers for legal assistance in civil legal matters including: bankruptcy, debt collection, IRS tax disputes, adoption, custody, divorce, name change, deed change/title transfer, guardianship, Power of Attorney, Wills, mortgage foreclosure, foreclosure mediation, denial of long term care, denial of public beneﬁts, landlord/tenant and housing problems.

Eligibility: 50% of Maryland median income

Cost: $25 application fee; clients are responsible for non-waivable court costs.

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. May be closed during lunch hour

Services: Provides mediation services

to consumers to help resolve complaints against businesses and health insurance carriers. Can also provide information about complaints that have been ﬁled against businesses, disclose whether a home builder or health club is properly registered, and provide publications to help consumers make good decisions in the marketplace.

Eligibility: All Maryland consumers Cost: Free of charge

LEGAL SERVICES Register of Wills for Frederick County

Services: Wills of living persons may

be ﬁled for safekeeping ($5). Wills of deceased persons must be ﬁled with the Register. An estate must be opened for any person who dies with or without a will while owning solely titled property. Provides assistance to persons administering estates; helps and advises about preparing forms for probate; oversees the administration of a decedent’s estate. Register will speak to groups at no charge.

Frederick County Courthouse/ Multi-Service Center 100 West Patrick Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-6565 Fax: (301) 600-6580 www.registers.maryland.gov

Contact: Register of Wills

Eligibility: Open to all. Genealogists are

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; Wednesday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

welcome.

Cost: Fees determined by Maryland law.

LONG TERM CARE/REHAB CENTERS Buckingham’s Choice See complete listing under Continuing Care Communities

Charlotte Hall Veterans Home

29449 Charlotte Hall Road Charlotte Hall, MD 20622 (301) 884-8171 or (240) 577-7009 Fax: (301) 263-7194 lmurphy@hmrmd.com www.charhall.org

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eligible spouses. In addition to long term and primary medical care, other services such as Alzheimer’s care, Assisted Living care, and rehabilitation are offered.

Eligibility: Honorably discharged

Contact: Admissions Director

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: Maryland’s only Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living Facility that exclusively serves the needs of veterans and their

veterans who are Maryland residents and are 62 years of age or older or disabled by SS or VA.

Cost: Fee varies. Sliding scale for assisted living.

Law Office of Cristine Evans LoVetro, LLC • Elder Law • Estate Planning & Probate • Wills & Trusts • Medical Directives • Powers of Attorney • Litigation • Guardianships & Adoptions (301)620-8585 100 West Church St. Frederick, MD 21701 www.lovetrolawoffice.com

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LONG TERM CARE/REHAB CENTERS Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center

1920 Rosemont Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (240) 772-9200 Fax: (240) 608-6467 www.citizenscarefrederick.com

Contact: Admissions Director Services: Dually licensed skilled nursing

and rehabilitation center, offering a specialty ventilator care unit, rehab center, and dementia care unit.

Services include: •24-hour skilled nursing •CHF Cardiac Program •All rehabilitation therapies •Nutritional assessments •Social and recreational support Conveniently located across the street from Frederick Memorial Hospital, near doctors and shopping.

Eligibility: Please contact the admissions director for questions or to schedule a tour.

Cost: Accepts private pay, Medicare, Medicaid and most insurance plans.

Eligibility: Based on medical necessity

Copper Ridge

Cost: $145-$275 per day. Medicare,

710 Obrecht Road Sykesville, MD 21784 (410) 795-8808 or 1-800-531-6539 Fax: (410) 795-8893 copperridge@emacommunities.org www.copperridge.org

Medicaid, private insurance, and self-pay accepted.

Genesis Healthcare-College View Center 700 Toll House Avenue Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 663-5181 Fax: (301) 663-3523 sandy.vorlaufer@genesishcc.com www.genesishcc.com

Contact: Director of Admissions Services: A part of the Genesis

Contact: Marketing Counselor

Appointments 7 days a week

Services: A resource for those with

memory impairments. Residential services include assisted living and skilled nursing care. Outpatient assessments, short-stay evaluations, and respite care available. Also provides continuing education and at-home caregiver support. Belongs to the EMA Faith-Based Family of Retirement Communities and Resources.

Healthcare Network. Customers receive personal attention in a friendly atmosphere. Whether short-or long-term care is needed, Eligibility: Diagnosis of dementia the skilled staff (many of 20 or more years Cost: Varies of service) will meet the challenge.

LONG TERM CARE/REHAB CENTERS Glade Valley Center

56 West Frederick Street Walkersville, MD 21793 (301) 898-4300 Fax: (301) 898-4343 cindy.mattera@genesishcc.com www.genesishcc.com

Contact: Director of Admissions Services: Part of the Genesis HealthCare

Network. This facility is a 124-bed nursing center providing 24-hour nursing care to individuals who can no longer care for themselves or be cared for at home. The nursing center cares for residents in a manner and in an environment that maintains or enhances dignity and respect, and in full recognition of the resident’s individuality. The nursing center provides physician-ordered physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Respiratory therapy is also available for residents who suffer from respiratory complications.

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Golden Living CenterFrederick 30 North Place Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 695-6618 Fax: (301) 695-9571 ask@goldenliving.com www.goldenlivingcenters.com

Contact: Director of Admissions, 24 Hours Services: A 120-bed skilled nursing

Within Glade Valley is Haven Court, a secured unit for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The unit’s design, stafﬁng, and activity plan provide residents and their families with an extra sense of security and comfort.

center providing short-and long-term care. Offers comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech rehabilitation programs to help residents achieve the highest level of functional skills. Provides respite care, hospice care, and has a dedicated Alzheimer’s unit.

Eligibility: Contact Director of

Eligibility: Contact the Director of

Admissions for more details or to schedule a tour of the facility.

Cost: Private pay, Medicare, Medicaid, and Cost: Private pay, Medicare, Medicaid,

most insurance plans accepted.

and most major insurances accepted.

LONG TERM CARE/REHAB CENTERS Homewood at Crumland Farms

Northampton Manor Healthcare Center

See complete listing under Retirement Communities

200 East 16th Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 662-8700 Fax: (301) 662-4045 www.northamptonmanor.org

Lorien-Mt. Airy

Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Contact: Admissions Ofﬁce

713 Midway Avenue Mt. Airy, MD 21771 (301) 829-6050 ext. 127 Fax: (301) 829-0078 pwilhelm@lorienhealth.com www.lorienhealth.com/mtairy

Monday–Saturday, 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

Services: Skilled nursing and rehabilitation, comprehensive care, assisted living care, and respite services.

Eligibility: In order to provide the highest

Contact: Director of Admissions Services: Lorien’s 62-bed nursing

community offers exceptional assistance to individuals needing long-term care, skilled nursing, and sub-acute care. Highly skilled staff in the 22-bed sub-acute unit support individuals who require ventilator care, tracheostomy care, IV therapy, and rehabilitation services including respiratory therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Residents in the 40-bed long term care unit receive compassionate and capable assistance with activities of daily living in a friendly, caring atmosphere, where dignity and independence are valued and encouraged.

quality of life for all residents, admission is dependent upon an individual medical evaluation of each person.

Cost: Schedule of fees available upon request. Northampton Manor accepts Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and VA payment.

St. Joseph’s Ministries

St. Catherine’s Nursing and Rehab 331 South Seton Avenue Emmitsburg, MD 21727 (301) 447-7000 Fax: (301) 447-7015 www.stcatherinesnursingcenter.org

Contact: Admissions Coordinator or

Eligibility: Call for information.

Social Work Director 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

Cost: $9,120 and up. Private pay,

Services: An 83-bed skilled nursing care

Medicare, Medicaid, and most insurance accepted.

center providing rehabilitation and comprehensive care services. Beautifully located

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LONG TERM CARE/REHAB CENTERS •Transportation to appointments •Dental services •Beauty and barber services Eligibility: Based on the level of care needed

Cost: Accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private resources.

The Vindobona Nursing and Rehabilitation Center A Grace Healthcare Facility

6012 Jefferson Boulevard P.O. Box 318 Braddock Heights, MD 21714 (301) 371-7160 Fax: (301) 371-5921 www.thevindobona.com

Contact: Social Services/Admissions

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: Licensed for 65 beds in COMSTOCK/STOCKBYTE/THINKSTOCK

adjacent to The National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Easy commute from Baltimore, Frederick, Westminster, Waynesboro, Chambersburg, and Hagerstown. Specialized services: •Pool therapy •Occupational and speech therapies •Massage therapy •Religious services

a quaint home-like setting overlooking the Middletown Valley. Provides the perfect relaxing environment for health and healing. Various programs include: physical, occupational, and speech therapies and 24-hour skilled, long-term, and respite care.

Eligibility: Contact the Social Services

Director about the admissions process and eligibility criteria or to schedule a tour.

Cost: Accepts private pay, Medicaid, Medicare patients.

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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Brook Lane

P.O. Box 1945 Hagerstown, MD 21742 (301) 733-0330 or 1-800-342-2992 Fax: (301) 733-4038 curt.miller@brooklane.org www.brooklane.org

Contact: Admissions Ofﬁce (for services)

Public Relations (for updates and info) Hospital: 24/7 Outpatient: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–6 p.m.

Services: Provides a range of mental

health services for all ages. Programs for seniors include Outpatient Treatment or Counseling, Short-term Hospitalization, and an Adult Partial Hospitalization Program. Adult Partial Hospitalization Program: Provides intensive psychotherapeutic treatment in a less restrictive environment than hospitalization. Patients attend a structured therapeutic program during the day and return home at night. For those age 18 or older. Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. SUBJECT IS A MODEL. ANDREA MORINI/PHOTODISC/THINKSTOCK

Eligibility: All ages

Contact: Ofﬁce

Cost: Set fees; will work with most

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday and Wednesday 7:30 a.m.–9 p.m.

insurances, Medicaid, and Medicare.

Frederick County Health Department

Community Mental Health Services 350 Montevue Lane Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-1755 Fax: (301) 600-3214

Services: Provides outpatient treatment

and support services to individuals and families in the community who need help coping with emotional crises or who are suffering from major mental and emotional difﬁculties.

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Basic services include: Primary Frederick County treatment for individual, group, and family Health Department therapy, and medication management. Frederick County Patients are assisted in arranging Substance Abuse Program hospitalization when needed and are Adult Services: 300-B Schollâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lane referred for other community support Frederick, MD 21701 services as appropriate, e.g. Social (301) 600-1775 Services and Social Security programs and entitlements, day treatment, partial Contact: Supervisor on duty for hospitalization, personal care, and information and appropriate referral geriatric evaluation services.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents

Services: Provides intakes, assessments,

Cost: Medicaid, Medicare, and most third party insurances are accepted, as well as private pay. Private insurance clients must pay up front and are responsible for obtaining reimbursement from the insurance company.

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with mental health concerns

referrals, and counseling services on an outpatient basis. Counseling services are available in individual, family, couple, and group modalities for a variety of alcohol and substance abuse issues. Alcohol and substance abuse education is also provided as well as pre-inpatient

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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES -continued from previous page admissions and after-care counseling. Special prevention programs include working with children and parents of preschool, elementary, and some middle school aged children. Parenting classes are offered at different locations throughout the county. Great efforts are being made to reduce tobacco use, and smoking cessation classes are offered. Intensive outpatient services are available for persons who need counseling more than once a week or who are unable to enter an inpatient facility.

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents

Services: Offers the following programs

are prioritized.

Cost: Fees are based on a sliding

scale considering income and number of dependents. Insurance companies will be billed for services if coverage is available.

Hospice of Frederick County, Inc. Support Groups

See complete listing under Health Services

Mental Health Association of Frederick County 226 South Jefferson Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 663-0011 Fax: (301) 663-5738 mha@fcmha.org www.fcmha.org

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Contact: Chief Program Ofﬁcer

and services: • Information and referral, support and crisis intervention, staffed 24/7 • Child Care Choices • Counseling Services • Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) • Healthy Families, Frederick • Mental Health First Aid • Partnership for Emotionally Resilient Kids (PERKS) • Supervised Visitation/Monitored Transfer • Systems Navigation • Telephone Reassurance • Mental Health and Community Support Services Guide • Education and advocacy regarding mental illness and the promotion of good mental health

Eligibility: General public Cost: Some services free, other fees vary. Donations are welcome.

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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Mental Health Association of Frederick County Counseling Services

226 South Jefferson Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 663-6135 Fax: (301) 663-5738 mha@fcmha.org www.fcmha.org

Contact: Clinical Director Services: Professional outpatient

therapy for individuals, couples, children, adolescents, families, and groups.

Eligibility: Referrals may come from any source, including self-referral. Not limited to Frederick County residents.

Cost: Accept Medical Assistance,

Medicaid, and private pay on a sliding scale

Mental Health Association of Frederick County Frederick County Hotline 211 or (301) 662-2255 Fax: (301) 695-4747 mha@fcmha.org www.fcmha.org

Contact: Call Specialists 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Services: ConďŹ dential telephone crisis

hotline for people of all ages who need information, referrals, and support. Works to connect the community with its resources.

Eligibility: General public Cost: None

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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Mental Health Association of Frederick County Telephone Reassurance Program (301) 663-0011 Fax: (301) 695-4747 mha@fcmha.org www.fcmha.org

expansion of existing services and the development of new ones. Monitors and evaluates currently funded programs, and assists in resolving complaints, grievances, and appeals relating to the provision of mental health services.

Eligibility: Persons in need of mental

Contact: Program Coordinator Services: Provides daily outgoing calls to

health services who have Medicaid, Medicare, or who are uninsured.

elderly and/or homebound individuals to verify their well-being and to offer emotional Cost: None support.

Way Station, Inc.

Eligibility: Frederick County residents

who are elderly and/or homebound and are over 60 years of age

230 West Patrick Street P.O. Box 3826 Frederick, MD 21705 (301) 662-0099 Fax: (301) 698-9369 www.waystationinc.org

Cost: None

Mental Health Management Agency of Frederick County, Inc. 22 South Market Street, Suite 8 Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 682-6017 Fax: (301) 682-6019 rap@mhma.net

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Services: A mental health organiza-

Contact: Executive Director or Director

of Adult Services Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: Provides information and

Contact: Enrollment Manager

referrals to persons needing mental health services, and works to increase public awareness and reduce stigma surrounding mental illness. Assesses Frederick County’s mental health service needs and addresses those needs through the

tion providing rehabilitation and treatment services for children, adolescents and adults, including persons with co-occurring disorders. Programs include: day programming, residential rehabilitation & supported housing; vocational support; mobile crisis treatment; and residential crisis services. Way Station, Inc. offers specialized programs for: seniors, individuals with developmental disabilities, substance abuse, and Veterans with service needs.

Eligibility: Call for information. Cost: Sliding scale

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NUTRITION SERVICES

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Department of Aging Meals On Wheels

1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-3524 Fax: (301) 600-3554 deptofaging@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging

Contact: Outreach Coordinator

Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Friday, 8:30 a.m.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;4 p.m.

Services: A food service which provides

one hot meal and one cold meal delivered by volunteers, Monday-Friday between 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Special diets may be available.

Eligibility: Homebound elderly,

individuals with disability, or convalescing persons who are unable to shop or cook for themselves.

Cost: Voluntary contribution up to full cost

of the meal for those 60+ and other eligible individuals. Full meal cost if under age 60. No one age 60+ may be denied a meal due to inability to contribute.

Department of Aging Senior Dining Program

1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-1605 Fax: (301) 600-3554 deptofaging@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging

Contact: Meal Manager or local Senior

Center Coordinator Reservations by 9 a.m., two days in advance. Meals served at mid-day.

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NUTRITION SERVICES -continued from previous pagein a group setting at senior centers and other locations throughout the County. Program currently serves Brunswick, Emmitsburg, Frederick, and Urbana communities. Limited transportation may be available. Home Delivered Meals available for older adults meeting criteria.

Eligibility: Individuals 60+ and their

spouses of any age. Disabled adult child living with an eligible senior may also be eligible. Contact Center for additional details. Reservations due 2 business days in advance.

Cost: Voluntary contribution up to full cost

of the meal for those 60+ and other eligible individuals. Full meal cost if under age 60. No one age 60+ may be denied a meal due to inability to contribute.

Department of Social Services

Food Supplement Program 100 East All Saints Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-4575 Fax: (301) 600-2663 www.fcdss.info

Contact: Intake Unit

RON NICKEL/DESIGN PICS/VALUELINE/THINKSTOCK

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Services: Beneﬁts are issued on a

monthly basis and may be used to buy foods for human consumption, including seeds and plants to produce food for the home. They may not be used to purchase

alcoholic beverages, tobacco, non-food items, or prepared foods for eating on the premises except for prepared meals delivered by a non-proﬁt meal service. Food supplement beneﬁts are accessed through the Independence Card.

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NUTRITION SERVICES Eligibility: Speciﬁc ﬁnancial and technical standards

Cost: None

Frederick Community Action Agency (FCAA) Frederick Soup Kitchen/Food Bank 100 South Market Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-1506 Maryland Relay: 711 Fax: (301) 662-9079 www.cityoffrederick.com/fcaa

Contact: Ofﬁce

Services:

Frederick Soup Kitchen: Serves an evening meal seven nights a week from 5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Frederick Food Bank: Provides a 3–5 day food supply for families in need.

Eligibility: Frederick County individuals and families of low-to moderate-income.

Cost: None

University of Maryland Extension Frederick County See complete listing under Learning Opportunities

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–7 p.m.

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OUTREACH SERVICES Abilities Network

Services:

Seton Center, Inc.

Furnishings/clothing: Seton Center, Inc. offers a thrift shop that provides new and used clothing and household items at low cost.

Emergency Services and Outreach See complete listing under General Services Services: Seton Center, Inc. provides information, advice, encouragement, referral ﬁnancial assistance with utilities, Frederick Community Action and rent, prescriptions, and dental, as well as Agency (FCAA) other needs. Outreach efforts include home, hospital, and nursing home visits in See complete listing under support of individuals and family members. Information and Assistance

16840 South Seton Avenue Emmitsburg, MD 21727 (301) 447-6102 Fax: (301) 447-1748 setoncenterinc@doc.org

Contact: Director Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–Noon and 1 p.m.–4 p.m. Thrift Shop: Tuesday–Friday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteer opportunities are available in the outreach ofﬁce and thrift shop for those interested. Please contact our volunteer manager @ (301) 447-6102 x 18.

Eligibility: Based on income and legitimate need.

Cost: No fee for services

PHONE SERVICES Department of Aging Phone Loan Program

1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-1605 Fax: (301) 600-3554 deptofaging@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging

Contact: Front Desk

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: Cell phones are given to

seniors to use in case of a vehicular breakdown, ﬂat tire, medical emergency,

or other safety issues. Phones are keyed to dial 9-1-1 only and cannot be used for personal outgoing/incoming calls. Appointments are necessary.

Eligibility: Any Frederick County senior citizen.

Cost: None

Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT)/ Maryland Relay

See complete listing under Assistive Devices

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RECREATION Frederick County Parks and Recreation Senior Recreation Council www.homestead.com/ seniorrecreationcouncil

Services: Offers a variety of regular

programs and activities. Some are conducted throughout the entire year, others are seasonal. Many physical activities are offered for the well-being of the body and the stimulation of the mind. Programs include: basketball, biking, book clubs, bowling, bridge, chorus, computer discussion group, exercise, hiking, historical excursions, softball, and walking.

Eligibility: Any Frederick County resident 50 years of age or older.

Cost: $10 registration fee annually

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RECREATION Middletown Valley People Helping People (MVPHP) 31 West Main Street P.O. Box 477 Middletown, MD 21769 (301) 371-3119

Contact: The ofﬁce Services: Senior luncheons held

monthly. Includes speakers and other informational opportunities. Valley Young At Heart exercise classes are also offered.

Eligibility: Residents of the Middletown Valley area

Cost: Luncheon-$5 per person

Exercise-$1 per class Fees can change based on expenses. JUPITERIMAGES/STOCKBYTE/THINKSTOCK

Contact: Ofﬁce

Mount Saint Mary’s University

Monday–Friday, 5:30 a.m.–10 p.m. Saturday, 7 a.m.–7:30 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

See complete listing under Learning Opportunities

Services: Offers health and wellness

YMCA of Frederick County 1000 North Market Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 663-5131 Fax: (301) 663-5363 jryder@frederickymca.org www.frederickymca.org

opportunities for older adults. Programs include swimming, exercise classes, and wellness consultations. Contact ofﬁce for complete list of classes.

Eligibility: General public Cost: Ranges from $12-$76 per month

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RETIREMENT ASSOCIATIONS

ISTOCKPHOTO/ MONKEYBUSINESSIMAGES

AARP

Frederick Chapter 636, Inc. (301) 845-8057 dintermanimal@comcast.net

Contact: Membership Chairperson Meeting: 11 a.m.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2 p.m. on 3rd Thursday

of the month; no meetings in July and August. Meeting held at Dutchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Daughter Restaurant at 581 Himes Avenue, Frederick.

Services: Holds chapter-sponsored trips,

luncheons, and events. Provides fellowship, education (information on healthcare, Social Security, Medicare, legislative issues affecting seniors, and community services/ activities). Advocates on local, state, and national senior issues. Opportunities for community services and travel (both day and overnight trips).

Eligibility: Anyone 50 years or older, must be a member of National AARP.

Cost: Membership $2 for half a year (July to December), $4 per year, or $10 for 3 years.

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RETIREMENT ASSOCIATIONS Frederick County Retired School Personnel Association 12424 Creagerstown Road Thurmont, MD 21788-2218 (301) 898-9033 www.mrspa.org

Contact: President

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Services: Provides information on legis-

Meeting: Luncheon meeting held 3rd

lative, educational, and protective issues. Community service projects and social events are planned regularly.

Friday each month, September through June at FSK American Legion, 1450 Taney Avenue, Frederick. Social hour 11 a.m.; Lunch Noon; Meeting 1 p.m.

Eligibility: Retired employees of

Services: Active monitoring and reporting

Frederick County Public Schools receiving pensions from the Maryland Teachers Retirement and Pension system. Retired school employees from other states who live in Frederick County may become associate members of the local group.

Cost: Fees for membership at the local, state, and national levels

National Active & Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) Local Chapter 409, Inc. 4910 Hawker Road Frederick, MD 21703-7440 (301) 874-8409 (also fax number) chickadee42@wildblue.net

Contact: Chapter Secretary

on federal and state legislation affecting retired and current Federal and District of Columbia civilian employees. Advocates to the U.S. Congress and state legislatures for protecting earned retirement beneďŹ ts. Provides information and assistance regarding health insurance and other beneďŹ ts through direct contact and through national magazines and chapter newsletters. Provides income tax assistance to low-income tax payers (VITA).

Eligibility: Civil Service and District of

Columbia annuitants, Federal or D.C. employees in the retirement system, former employees eligible for deferred annuity, plus spouses of current or retired employees and survivors of those eligible to join NARFE.

Cost: Combined National and Chapter membership dues are paid annually to NARFE National Headquarters. Life memberships are also available.

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RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES

SEAN MURPHY/DIGITAL VISION/THINKSTOCK

Buckingham’s Choice See complete listing under Continuing Care Communities

Country Meadows Retirement Community

5955 Quinn Orchard Road Frederick, MD 21704 (301) 228-2249 Fax: (301) 228-2492 Frederick@countrymeadows.com www.countrymeadows.com

Contact: Marketing Department 9 a.m.–5 p.m., 7 days a week Open to provide services 24 hours/7 days a week Services: A retirement community

offering Independent and assisted living options, rehabilitation services, and specialized programs for persons with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Located on 56 acres overlooking trees and the Monocacy River.

Eligibility: No age requirement Cost: Call for rates; month-to-month lease.

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RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES Edenton Retirement Community

5800 Genesis Lane Frederick, MD 21703 (301) 694-3100 Fax: (301) 694-0308 evanmetre@edenton-retirement.com www.edenton-retirement.com

Contact: Community Relations Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: A rental retirement community

offering many options in ﬂoor plans, services, amenities, and care for both independent living and assisted living. Independent living residents receive a service credit in their rent to customize their services. Meals, housekeeping, laundry, transportation, medication supervision, and personal care are some of the available services. A Lifeline pendant is included and full home care services are available in the privacy of your own cottage. Serving Frederick since 1989.

Eligibility: Open to the public. Cost: Monthly fee based upon unit size, additional services, and/or level of care.

Homewood at Crumland Farms 7407 Willow Road Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 644-5600 Fax: (301) 620-1328 Mktg-cf@hmwd.org www.homewood.com

JUPITERIMAGES/STOCKBYTE/THINKSTOCK

Contact: Admissions Coordinator Tours by appointment

Services: A not-for-proﬁt retirement

community offering residential living in cottages and apartments, and assisted living in suites. Health Care Center for extended care and rehab is Medicare certiﬁed. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy on site. Specialized care for memory support available in the Willows with secure residential and garden areas. The Meadows Contains 75 Comprehensive and Skilled Nursing Care Beds. Complete intermediate and skilled level nursing services.

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RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES

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Medicare and Medicaid certiďŹ ed. Rehab services include physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Long-term, shortterm, and respite care. The Willows Progressive special care for residents needing memory support. Secure residential and garden areas. Staff trained to promote highest functioning level for each person. Offers specially designed activities and sensory enhancement programs, including resident pets and the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only Snoezelen room.

Eligibility: Minimum age 55. Open to all. Cost: Fixed rental fee. Daily rates include

room, board, nursing care, housekeeping, laundry, activities, social services, and chaplaincy services.

Homewood at Willow Ponds 7407 Willow Road Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 644-5600 Mktg-wp@hmwd.org www.homewood.com

Contact: Marketing Department

Call for appointment.

Services: A new 55+ community

under development adjacent to the care campus of Homewood at Crumland Farms. Spacious upscale cottages and apartments with planned clubhouse of amenities for active adults. Many custom upgrade choices.

Eligibility: Minimum age 55. Cost: Monthly Fee

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SENIOR CENTERS

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Department of Aging Senior Centers

1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-1605 Fax: (301) 600-3554 deptofaging@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/aging

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services: Offers a variety of services,

programs, and activities to enhance the health, ﬁtness, nutritional, educational, and social needs of older adults. Days and hours vary. Limited transportation is available for lunch participants. Please contact the center coordinator for additional information.

Brunswick Senior Center 12 East “A” Street Brunswick, MD 21716 (301) 834-8115 Emmitsburg Senior Center 300 South Seton Avenue Emmitsburg, MD 21727 (301) 600-6350 Frederick Senior Center 1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-3525 Urbana Senior Center 9020 Amelung Street Frederick, MD 21704 (301) 600-7020

Eligibility: Varies. Adults 55 or older. Cost: Varies. Some programs have fees or voluntary contributions included.

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TRANSPORTATION Butler Medical Transport, LLC

10233 South Dolfield Road Owings Mills, MD 21117 (410) 602-4007 Fax: (410) 602-4006 www.butlermedicaltransport.com

Contact: Communications Center

24 hours a day/7 days a week

Services: Ambulance and wheelchair services.

Eligibility: General public Cost: Depends on transport type; call for details.

Para-Med Medical Transportation, Inc.

14803-C Southlawn Lane, Suite C Rockville, MD 20850 (301) 838-8700 Fax: (301) 838-8704 jafaromid@paramedusa.com www.paramedusa.com JUPITERIMAGES/STOCKBYTE/THINKSTOCK

Contact: Director of Operations

First Responders, Advance and Basic Ambulette Technicians.

Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Saturday, 8 a.m.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;5 p.m. Appointment required for Sundays and Holidays

Services: Ambulance and wheelchair

Eligibility: General public

Services serves Washington D.C. metropolitan area residents with Non-Emergency stretcher, wheelchair, Gerri-chair, and ambulatory transports. Staffed by skilled

Cost: Call for rates. Some trips to medical

appointments covered by Medicaid. Some insurance may have partial coverage for medical appointments only.

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TRANSPORTATION Partners in Care

TransIT-plus service and schedule their trip up to ten (10) but with at least 2 business days advance notice.

See complete listing under General Services

Cost:

TransIT Services of Frederick County

1040 Rocky Springs Road Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-2065 (main number) (301) 600-1725 (TransIT-plus scheduling) Fax: (301) 600-3471 transit@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/transit

Contact: Receptionist

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Services:

Public Transit Nine (9) connector routes and six (6) connector routes operate in Frederick City and County, serving medical facilities, shopping centers, the Department of Aging/Senior Center, Frederick Community College, and other locations. Buses are lift equipped.

Public Transit: General public: One-way cash fare - $1.50 10-trip tickets - $13 Seniors & disabled persons w/reduced fare ID: One-way cash fare - $0.75 10-trip tickets - $7 Student 10-trip ticket-$10 Summer Freedom Pass (June 1–August 31) - $15 ages 13-18. TransIT-plus: Medical trips - $2 Other trips - $3 Discounted advance purchase tickets are $15

Tickets Tickets are available for purchase at: TransIT office, Frederick County Department of Aging, Frederick Community TransIT-plus is a demand-response, shared College bookstore (student 10-trip and transportation service for senior citizens monthly passes only) and Treasurer’s Office at 30 North Market Street, Frederick. (age 60+) and people with disabilities (can be under 60). Trips are scheduled on an Trip Planning Assistance: individual basis to accommodate unique To plan your trip on connector and shuttle travel needs. routes, use the Google trip-planning tool on TransIT’s website. Enter your trip’s starting Eligibility: Public Transit service is and ending points and you will be provided available to the general public. with the local TransIT route, stop, schedule, TransIT-plus: 60 years or older or disabled. and fare information. Or call the TransIT office at (301) 600-2065 for assistance. Individuals must pre-register to qualify for

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VETERANS AFFAIRS Charlotte Hall Veterans Home

See complete listing under Long Term Care/Rehab

Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs See complete listing under Information and Assistance

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Frederick County Department of Aging

Partners in Care See complete listing under General Services

See complete listings under Senior Centers and Senior Information Assistance

The Religious Coalition for Emergency Human Needs

Community Alternative Mediation, Inc. (CALM)

See complete listing under Emergency Assistance

See complete listing under General Services

Seniors and Law Enforcement Together

Frederick County Commission on Aging

(SALT) Council

See complete listing under Information/Assistance

Hospice of Frederick County

See complete listing under Health Services

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Frederick County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office 110 Airport Drive East Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-2167 Fax: (301) 600-6759 www.frederickcountymd.gov/sheriff

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Contact: Community Services Services: Comprised of a group of

senior citizens who work with law enforcement ofﬁcers to offer input on community programs and to provide information and workshops on safety and crime prevention issues throughout the community. The Council participates in intergenerational programs in middle schools.

Eligibility: General public Cost: Free

Unified Community Connections

(Formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland, Inc. (UCP))

See complete listing under Adult Daycare

CREATAS/JUPITERIMAGES/THINKSTOCK

VOTING Frederick County Board of Elections

Services: Includes voter registration,

355 Montevue Lane, Suite 101 Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-8683 (VOTE) Fax: (301) 600-2344 electionboard@frederickcountymd.gov www.frederickcountymd.gov/elections

Contact: Election Director Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

candidate filings, precinct maps, election results, absentee voting, early voting, and redistricting information. Individuals may register to vote by visiting the office, calling to have a voter registration application mailed to them, or visiting the office’s website. Forms are also available through public assistance agencies: the Motor Vehicle Administration, County libraries, Frederick Community College, the County -continued on next page-

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VOTING -continued from previous pageCourthouse, and all U.S. Post Offices. The elections office should be notified in writing when a registered voter changes their name or party affiliation, moves to a new address in the County, or has an address changed by the post office. New registrations or changes may NOT be made in a 21-day period before each election. Registration will permit you to vote in all national, state, county, and local elections. Contact the office or visit the website for information on absentee ballots.

Eligibility: U.S. citizenship; Maryland

residency; at least 16 years of age (must be 18 years old by the next general election); must not have been convicted of buying or selling votes; must not have been convicted of a felony, or have served all court-ordered sentences of imprisonment, parole, or probation for the conviction. Voting registration is permanent as long as the individual remains a resident of

COMSTOCK/STOCKBYTE/THINKSTOCK

Maryland; keep address current with the elections ofﬁce.

Cost: None

WEATHERIZATION/HOME REPAIR Frederick Community Action Agency (FCAA) Weatherization Program

100 South Market Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-1506 Maryland Relay: 711 Fax: (301) 662-9079 www.cityoffrederick.com/fcaa

Contact: Ofﬁce

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Services: Helps eligible persons save

energy and money by installing attic insulation, caulking, and weather stripping in their homes, and by furnace cleaning and tuning.

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MEDIOIMAGES/PHOTODISC/THINKSTOCK

Eligibility: Frederick County

residents who meet the ﬁnancial eligibility requirements, whether they rent or own their homes.

Cost: No charge to eligible persons.

For further information, call the ofﬁce.

Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County, MD 2 East Church Street Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 698-2449 Fax: (301) 698-1697 info@frederickhabitat.org www.frederickhabitat.org

Contact: Monday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

Tuesday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday–Closed

Services: Habitat for Humanity Interna-

tional is a non-proﬁt, ecumenical Christian housing ministry that invites people of all backgrounds, races and religions to build houses together in partnership with families in need. Habitat seeks to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. Habitat’s vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. At Frederick Habitat, one way we impact affordable housing is our homeownership program. We partner with families who cannot qualify for a conventional mortgage and have no other way to own a home on their own.

Eligibility: Low-income homeowners (under 50% area median income)

Cost: Based on family income

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AREA AGENCIES ON AGING IN MARYLAND Allegany County

Human Resources Development Commission, Inc. 125 Virginia Avenue Cumberland, MD 21502 (301) 777-5970

Anne Arundel County

Department of Aging and Disabilities 2666 Riva Road, Suite 400 Annapolis, MD 21401 (410) 222-4464

Baltimore City Care Services

1001 East Fayette Street Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 396-4932

Baltimore County

Baltimore County Department of Aging 611 Central Avenue Towson, MD 21204 (410) 887-2108 (410) 887-2107

Calvert County

Calvert County Office on Aging 450 West Dares Beach Road Prince Frederick, MD 20678 (410) 535-4606 (301) 855-1170 (D.C. area)

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Caroline County

Upper Shore Aging, Inc.

Caroline County Senior Center 403 South Seventh Street, Suite 127 Denton, MD 21629 (410) 479-2535

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AREA AGENCIES ON AGING IN MARYLAND Carroll County

Bureau of Aging and Disabilities 125 Stoner Avenue Westminster, MD 21157 (410) 386-3800

Cecil County

Senior Services and Community Transit

200 Chesapeake Boulevard, Suite 2550 Elkton, MD 21921 (410) 996-5295

Charles County

Department of Community Services 8190 Port Tobacco Road Port Tobacco, MD 20677 (301) 934-9305

Dorchester County

Delmarva Community Services, Inc.

2450 Cambridge Beltway/P.O. Box 637 Cambridge, MD 21613 (410) 221-1900

Frederick County 1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 600-1605

Garrett County

Garrett County Area Agency on Aging

104 East Center Street Oakland, MD 21550 (301) 334-9431

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Frederick County Department of Aging

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AREA AGENCIES ON AGING IN MARYLAND Harford County

Department of Community Services 145 North Hickory Avenue Bel Air, MD 21014 (410) 638-3025

Howard County Office on Aging

6751 Columbia Gateway Drive, Suite 200 Columbia, MD 21046 (410) 313-6410

Kent County

Upper Shore Aging, Inc. 200 Schauber Road Chestertown, MD 21620 (410) 778-2564

Montgomery County Division of Aging and Disability Services

401 Hungerford Drive, 4th Floor Rockville, MD 20850 (240) 777-1245

Prince George’s County

Prince George’s County Department of Family Services-Aging Division JUPITERIMAGES/STOCKBYTE/THINKSTOCK

6420 Allentown Road Camp Springs, MD 20748 (301) 265-8450

Queen Anne’s County

Department of Community Services

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104 Powell Street Centreville, MD 21617 (410) 758-0848

AREA AGENCIES ON AGING IN MARYLAND St. Mary’s County

St. Mary’s County Area Agency on Aging 41770 Baldridge Street/P.O. Box 653 Leonardtown, MD 20650 (301) 475-4200

Somerset County

Commission on Aging-MAC, Inc. 11916 Somerset Avenue Princess Anne, MD 21853 (410) 651-3400

Talbot County

Talbot County Senior Center 400 Brookletts Avenue Easton, MD 21601 (410) 822-2869

Washington County

Washington County Commission on Aging, Inc. 140 West Franklin Street, 4th floor Hagerstown, MD 21740 (301) 790-0275

Wicomico County

Salisbury Wicomico Senior Services-MAC, Inc.

909 Progress Circle, Suite 200 Salisbury, MD 21804 (410) 742-8569

Worcester County Commission on Aging MAC, Inc. 4767 Snow Hill Road Snow Hill, MD 21863 (410) 632-1277

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Worcester County

129

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AA-Eastern Mobility, Inc. 35 AARP 113 Abilities Network 54,110 Access To Care/ATC (FCAA) 64 Adult Basic Education Program (FCC) 87 Adult Evaluation and Review Service/AERS (FCHD) 66 Adult Protective Services/ APS (DSS) 38 Alzheimer’s Association 18, 31, 59 American Cancer Society 59 American Diabetes Association 59 American Heart Association 60 American Lung Association of Maryland 60 American Red Cross 40, 87 Arc of Frederick County, Inc., The 32 Area Agencies on Aging in Maryland 126-129 Arthritis Foundation 60 Baker Rehab Group 79 Beneﬁts At A Glance 12-17 Beacon House Frederick Rescue Mission 76 BP Gamma Medical 30, 35 Brook Lane 102 Brunswick House Apartments 73 Buckingham’s Choice 22, 32, 96, 115 Butler Medical Transport, LLC 119 Catoctin View/Catoctin 73 Manor Apartments Caregiver Support Program (DoA) 18, 31 Charlotte Hall Veterans Home 96 Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center 98 College View Center Genesis HealthCare 98 Community Alternative 56, 94, 122 Mediation, Inc. (CALM)

Community Health Charities of Maryland 61 Community Health Services (FCHD) 66-67 Community Living, Inc. 34 Community Mental Health 102-103 Services (FCHD) Community Services – FC Sheriff’s Ofﬁce 87 Consumer Protection Division (OAG) 95 Copper Ridge 22-23, 98 Counseling Services (MHA) 105 Country Meadows Retirement Community 23, 115 Cozy Care Assisted Living 23 Creekside at Tasker’s Chance 73 Daybreak Adult Day Services, Inc. 21 Dental Program (FCHD) 67-68 Department of Aging (DoA) Caregiver Support Program 18, 31 Emergency Assistance 40 Health Related Services 14-15,61 Maryland Access Point (MAP) 3,12,14,16,18 Information and Assistance 18 Meals On Wheels 107 Ombudsman 37 Phone Loan Program 110 Senior Care Program 17, 84-85 Senior Dining Program 107-108 Senior Centers and Sites 118 State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)/Senior Medicare 58 Patrol (SMP)(DOA) Senior Legal Services 94 Department of Social Services (DSS) Adult Protective Services (APS) 38, 87 Food Supplement Program 108-109 Home Energy Program 47 In-Home Aide Services 79

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INDEX Medical Assistance Program Medicaid 62 Project Home/Adult Foster Care 73-74 Project Home/AIDS 31 Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB)/Specified Low Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB) 15,48 Senior Care Program 17, 84-85 Devotion Assisted Living 24-25 Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS/OBVS) 47 Edenton Retirement Community 25, 74,116 Eldercare Locator 19 Emergency Assistance (DoA) 40 Federated Charities 35 First Care Nursing Services, Inc. 80 Fittings By Michele 62 Food Banks 43-44,109 Food Supplement Program (DSS) 108-109 Frederick Community Action Agency (FCAA) Access to Care Program (ATC) 64 Frederick Soup Kitchen/ Food Banks 109 Housing Counseling 74 Medbank Program 64 Outreach Project 19,65-66 School-Based Health 66 Center Program Weatherization Program 124-125 Frederick Community College 87,90, 91 Frederick County Board of Elections 123,124 Frederick County 19,122 Commission on Aging Frederick County Commission on Disabilities 20 Frederick County Health Department Adult Evaluation and Review 66 Services (AERS)

Community Health 66-67 Services Division Community Mental Health Services 102-103 Dental Program 67-68 Medicaid Personal Care Program 80 (MAPC) Preventative Health Program 68 Substance Abuse Program 103-104 Frederick County Hotline 40,105 Frederick County Human Relations Department 56 Frederick County Public Libraries 88,90 Frederick County Retired 114 School Personnel Association Frederick County 46 Workforce Services Frederick Medical Supplies, Inc. 36 Frederick Memorial Hospital, Inc. 72 Diabetes Center 62,72 Home Health Services 63,80-81 Physician Finder 63 FMH Select! 64 Frederick Police Department, Victim Services Unit 39,87 Frederick Rescue Mission 40- 41,76 Frederick Soup Kitchen/Food Banks 109 (FCAA) Freedom Center, Inc., The 17,56 Glade Valley Center 99 Golden Living Center - Frederick 99 Goodwill Industries 30, 46-47,54 Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County, MD 125 Habitat ReStore Health Related Services & Supports 56-57 HeartFields Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s Facility 25-26 Heartly House, Inc. 39 Helping Hands In-Home Care 81 HomeCall - Frederick 68,82

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INDEX Home Care Services by Edenton 30,82 Home Energy Program (FCAA) 47 Home Instead Senior Care 82-83 Homeowners’ Property Tax Credit 13,48 Homewood at Crumland Farms 26, 100,116-117 Homewood at Willow Ponds 117 Hood College 92 Hospice of Frederick County 68-69, 72,104,122 Housing Authority of the City of Frederick 76 Housing Counseling (FCAA) 74 Housing, Frederick County (DHCD) 75 Human Relations Department (FC) 56 Information and Assistance (DOA) In-Home Aide Services (DSS) Institute for Learning in RetirementILR55+ (FCC) Interfaith Housing Alliance, Inc. Internal Revenue Service Federal Income Tax

18 79

Lincoln on the Park Apartments Lorien Mt. Airy Assisted Living Lorien-Mt. Airy Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

77 26

91 76 49

100

Maryland Access Point (MAP) 3,12,14,16,18 Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT)/ 30,110 Maryland Relay Maryland Identiﬁcation Card (MVA) 79 Maryland Income Tax 53 Maryland Legal Aid 94-95 Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service 95 Maxim Healthcare Services 83 Meals On Wheels (DoA) 107 Medbank Program (FCAA) 64

Medicaid Personal Care Program/ MAPC (FCHD) 80 Medical Assistance Program 62 Medicaid (DSS) Medicare (Social Security 70-71 Administration) Medicare Part A & B 58 Mental Health Association of 104 Frederick County Mental Health Management Agency 106 MHA Counseling Services 105 MHA Frederick County Hotline 40,105 MHA Telephone Reassurance Program 104,106 Middletown Valley People Helping People (MVPHP) 112 Mission of Mercy 69-70 Money Management International 50 Mount Saint Mary’s University 92,93,112 Mount Saint Mary’s University Frederick Campus 93 MVA Maryland Highway Safety Ofﬁce (Formerly Mid Western Region Trafﬁc Safety Coalition) 34 NARFE National Multiple Sclerosis Society Northampton Manor Healthcare Center

114 70 100

Odyssey Assisted Living at Montevue 26 Ombudsman (DoA) 37 Options for Senior America Corp. 84 Outreach Project (FCAA) 19,65-66 Para-Med Medical Transportation, Inc. 119 Partners in Care 57, 120,122 Phone Loan Program (DoA) 110 Preventative Health 68 Program (FCHD) Project Home/Adult Foster Care (DSS) 73-74 Project Home/AIDS (DSS) 31

132

INDEX Qualiﬁed Medicare Beneﬁciary/ QMB (DSS)

15,48

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Rebuilding Together of Frederick County 77 Record Street Home, The 27,32 Register of Wills for Frederick County 96 Religious Coalition 42- 43,50,70,122 Religious Coalition Food Banks 43-44 Renters’ Property Tax Credit 51 Right At Home 84

Taney Village Apartments Telephone Reassurance Program (MHA) Total Mobility Services Tranquillity at Fredericktowne TransIT Services of Frederick County

Salvation Army, The 44,54 Senior Care Program (DoA/DSS) 17, 84-85 Senior Centers (DoA) 118 Senior Dining Program (DoA) 107-108 Senior Health Insurance Program/ SHIP/Senior Medicare Patrol/ SMP (DoA) 58 Senior Legal Services (DoA) 94 Senior Recreation Council 111 Seniors and Law Enforcement 122-123 Together (SALT) Seton Center, Inc. 110 Seton Village Apartments 78 Shepherd’s Staff In-Home Care 85-86 Sheriff’s Office of FC, 38-39 Victim Services Unit Social Security (SSA) 51-52 Somerford Assisted Living 27 and Alzheimer’s Care Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary/SLMB (DSS) 15,48 St. Joseph’s Ministries/St. Catherine 100-101 Nursing & Rehab St. Vincent de Paul 44-45 Substance Abuse 103-104 Program (FCHD) Sunrise Senior Living of Frederick 27-28 Sunset Ridge Assisted Living 28

Uniﬁed Community Connections (Formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Central MD, Inc. (UCP)) 21, 34,78,86,123 United Way of Frederick County 57 University of Maryland Extension 57, 93,109 Veterans Affairs, Maryland Department of Victim Services Unit FC Sheriff’s Ofﬁce Victim Services Unit Frederick Police Department Victoria Park at Walkersville The Vindobona Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Visiting Angels Warm Heart Family Assisted Living, Inc. Way Station, Inc. Weatherization Program (FCAA) Whitesell Pharmacy YMCA of Frederick County

133

78 104,106 36 28-29 120

20,122 38-39 39,87 78 101 86 29 106 124-125 36,71 112

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135

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