- Certified health insurance counselors assist and provide one-on-one assistance with Medicare, Medical Assistance, Medicare supplemental insurance including health maintenance organizations (HMOs), long-term care insurance, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Savings Programs, other health insurance options, special enrollment and entitlement situations, applications and appeal assistance with Medicaid programs, military health benefits, Federal Employee Health Plan, Railroad Employee Health Plan, COBRA, ERISA - Comprehensive information on community programs, services, and housing referrals for seniors and caregivers - Help to organize medical bills, assist with filing and appealing claims and sending claims in for review, reconsideration, or appeals, where appropriate, and assist with applications - Outreach and educational opportunities for older adults, caregivers, and professionals - Provide assistance in locating information on and completing applications for prescription drug coverage options/prescription discount programs - Provide Senior Surf Days for free basic computer and internet training to seniors and caregivers - Staff and volunteers offer to research referrals and follow-up to assure connection was made with appropriate referral sources

Provides referrals to nursing facilities, home health organizations, and assisted living facilities throughout Minnesota.

- Statewide information and assistance program for seniors - Will also assist people of any age in locating information on and completing applications for prescription drug coverage options/prescription discount programs and pharmaceutical companies' free drug programs.

Advocacy Services: - The center advocates in areas of civil and human rights, employment/disability benefits, housing, transportation, and on the state, local, and federal levels Equipment Loaner Closet: - Loans a range of home medical equipment including wheelchairs, walkers, power chairs, canes, transfer benches, raised toilet seats, and more. Equipment are available on a first come first served basis and will hold equipment for a 24-hour period. - Swap Shop: A self-directed equipment listing available for persons shopping/looking for used equipment. Information and Referral: - Up-to-date disability information and referrals to various agencies and individuals within the region - Other Services: Includes disability benefits application assistance, housing assistance, emergency disaster preparedness plan, and more Nursing Facility Transition: - Assist individuals living with a disability to identify in transition from nursing facilities and other institutions into community settings with the goal of preventing institutionalization Peer Support: - Assists individuals living with a disability to identify goals and work to create a unique plan to achieve those goals - Match interested consumers with a peer mentor who provides support, problem-solving, social skills, and more Personal Assistance: - Offer skills instruction curriculum for individuals living with a disability the fundamentals of managing their personal attendant care including how to hire, manage, and more Recreational Groups: - Holds various events for individuals with a disability or a health condition to meet and socialize with others through dances, parties, picnics, and outings Staying and Aging in Place/Accessibility Assistance: - Offers accessible modification assistance and accessibility assessments for homes and businesses for safe access and increased independence in people's homes and businesses Support Groups: - Various support groups are available to individuals who want learn more about their particular disability, wanting peer support, or first-hand information on how to manage their disability. Some support groups are directly coordinated by Options and others are independent. Youth Transition Services: - Assist youth ages 14 - 22 years who are transitioning from high school into the next phase of their life with learning the skills necessary and acquiring the resources needed to be successful

- Provides an opportunity for exchange of information on all aspects of adult day services - Promotes development of federal, state, and county policies supportive of adult day services - Provides specialized information and referral for adult day services

Program purpose is to support and empower seniors and caregivers by addressing their individual needs and preferences, enabling them to live safely and independently in their own homes, and communities, as long as possible - Assistance with MNsure - Confidential home visits - Eligibility determination and helping to complete forms for: - County benefits - Energy assistance - Medicaid and Medicare D - Home delivered meals - Home phone discounts and free cell phone program - Prescription drug discount programs - SNAP/EBT program - Help caregivers identify and meet needs of care receiver - Information and referral for: - Financial, legal and insurance issues - Health and safety - Housing - Long-term care consultation - Respite care and companionship - Ongoing contact and support - Training for caregivers

Helps seniors live safely and as independently as possible Services include: - Case management - Companionship - Free customized information and referral for senior housing options - Home Health Aides - Laundry and light housekeeping - Life care management - Meal planning, preparation, and grocery shopping - Nursing care - Personal care - Service coordination - Transportation for appointments and outings

Trained advocates provide information and assistance services. Advocates assist individuals with: - Accessing services and programs - Advanced directives for health care - Caregiver support - Forms assistance - Health insurance counseling - Information and referral - Notary services Senior advocates make connections with other community services including: - Companionship - Home health and chore services - Housing - Legal services - Nutrition services - Transportation

- Statewide information and assistance program for seniors - Will also assist people of any age in locating information on and completing applications for prescription drug coverage options/prescription discount programs and pharmaceutical companies' free drug programs.

Mayor and City Council Members: - Member contact information Departments: - Administration and Finance - Airport - Business Development - City council - Economic Development - Maintenance and Utilities - Parks and Recreation: Includes camping and lodging. Inside Centennial Park, there is a pollinator garden. - Planning and Zoning Department ????- Public Housing: Incentives available on the purchase of residential lots. The city has funds available to help with renovations and repairs. Speak with City Administrator rega?rding the Kittson County HRA Down payment Assistance Program. Residential rental options available also. - Public Safety ?

Provides information on available resources and how to access the following: - Advocacy - Area senior resource fair - Assistance accessing resources and programs - Assistance with making choices about housing - Medicare program education - Senior housing tours - Support groups

Provides information on available resources and how to access the following: - Advocacy - Area senior resource fair - Assistance accessing resources and programs - Assistance with making choices about housing - Medicare program education - Senior housing tours - Support groups

Advocacy Services: - The center advocates in areas of civil and human rights, employment/disability benefits, housing, transportation, and on the state, local, and federal levels Equipment Loaner Closet: - Loans a range of home medical equipment including wheelchairs, walkers, power chairs, canes, transfer benches, raised toilet seats, and more. Equipment are available on a first come first served basis and will hold equipment for a 24-hour period. - Swap Shop: A self-directed equipment listing available for persons shopping/looking for used equipment. Information and Referral: - Up-to-date disability information and referrals to various agencies and individuals within the region - Other Services: Includes disability benefits application assistance, housing assistance, emergency disaster preparedness plan, and more Nursing Facility Transition: - Assist individuals living with a disability to identify in transition from nursing facilities and other institutions into community settings with the goal of preventing institutionalization Peer Support: - Assists individuals living with a disability to identify goals and work to create a unique plan to achieve those goals - Match interested consumers with a peer mentor who provides support, problem-solving, social skills, and more Personal Assistance: - Offer skills instruction curriculum for individuals living with a disability the fundamentals of managing their personal attendant care including how to hire, manage, and more Recreational Groups: - Holds various events for individuals with a disability or a health condition to meet and socialize with others through dances, parties, picnics, and outings Staying and Aging in Place/Accessibility Assistance: - Offers accessible modification assistance and accessibility assessments for homes and businesses for safe access and increased independence in people's homes and businesses Support Groups: - Various support groups are available to individuals who want learn more about their particular disability, wanting peer support, or first-hand information on how to manage their disability. Some support groups are directly coordinated by Options and others are independent. Youth Transition Services: - Assist youth ages 14 - 22 years who are transitioning from high school into the next phase of their life with learning the skills necessary and acquiring the resources needed to be successful

The program's purpose is to support and empower older adults and caregivers by addressing their individual needs and preferences, enabling them to live safely and independently in their own home, for as long as possible. Services provided: - Assistance with MNSure - Confidential home visits - Eligibility Determination and Form Assistance: Help complete forms for county benefits, Energy Assistance (EAP) Medicaid/Medical Assistance (MA), Medicare D, home delivered meals, home phone discounts/free cell phones, prescription drug discount programs, and SNAP/EBT program - Help caregivers identify and meet needs of care receiver - Information and Referral: Offers resources to financial, legal, insurance, health and safety resources, housing, long-term care consultation, and respite care and companionship - Ongoing contact and support - Training for caregivers