Its mission is to promote the application of psychological knowledge to issues affecting the health and well-being of older adults. The Office on Aging also supports the work of the APA Committee on Aging.
Additionally, what does PA Department of Aging do?
Connects Pennsylvania seniors and adults with disabilities to benefits, services, and programs including home delivered meals, caregiver support, preventative health services, personal assistance, transportation, job training, elder abuse prevention, assistance paying for prescription medications and more.
Also, what kind of assistance is available for seniors?
A wide range of state assistance programs are generally available to eligible seniors, including home health aides and skilled nursing care, home-delivered meals, help with household chores, transportation to shopping and medical appointments, as well as counseling, advocacy and legal aid.
What is Eisep?
EISEP services include non-medical in-home services such as housekeeping, personal care, respite, case management, and related services (such as emergency response systems).
What age is considered elderly in Ohio?
What is pace in Pennsylvania?
PACE, PACENET and PACE plus Medicare are Pennsylvania’s prescription assistance programs for older adults, offering low-cost prescription medication to qualified residents, age 65 and older. To be eligible for PACE and PACENET, you must be: 65 years of age or older.
How do I apply for senior housing in PA?
To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you. To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA). Questions? Email or call our Public and Indian Housing Information Resource Center toll-free at (800) 955-2232.