This is a holistic approach to comprehensive case management by use of a statewide assessment tool that enables the Care Coordinator to identify the client’s support systems and needs. The tool is used to develop a plan of care specifically designed for the client.
Using the plan of care, the Care Coordinator then secures and coordinates all the available area resources that will benefit and meet the client’s needs.
The CCU staff provides these services to older adults in Montgomery, Macoupin and Christian Counties.
This program is funded in part by the Illinois Department on Aging.
This program is designed to assist individuals over the age of 60 so that they may stay in their own homes, rather than go to a nursing home by providing a homemaker to assist with personal care, housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, errands, shopping, transportation needs, etc.
The CCU staff determines eligibility for this program based upon age and financial guidelines established by the Illinois Department on Aging. Prescreening for nursing home admissions is also conducted through this program. Care Coordinators also assist clients who wish to leave the nursing home and return to independent living.
The CCU staff provides these services to older adults in Montgomery, Macoupin and Christian Counties.
The Community Care Program is funded in part by the Illinois Department on Aging.
This program follows the same eligibility criteria as the Community Care Program and provides a 24 hour emergency communication link to assistance outside the client’s home for individuals with documented health and safety needs and mobility limitations.
This service is provided by a two-way communication system consisting of a base unit and an activation device worn by the client that will automatically link the client to a professionally staffed support center. There is no cost to eligible older adults for this program.
The CCU staff facilitates this service to clients in Montgomery, Macoupin and Christian Counties.
This program is funded in part by the Illinois Department on Aging.
The CCU is the designated Family Caregiver Resource Center for Montgomery County providing information and linkage to services for individuals who are informal caregivers for persons 60 years or older in Montgomery County. (Referrals will be made to the designated provider agencies for caregivers residing in other counties.)
A resource library of educational material, books, videos, etc. has been established and materials are available to be checked out.
This program is funded in part by Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland.
The CCU provides information and linkage to needed services for seniors in Montgomery, Macoupin and Christian Counties. The CCU can assist clients in obtaining services and information on financial, medical, transportation needs, etc. Appropriate referrals will be made on behalf of the client.
This program is funded in part by Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland.
This program provides assistance to the seniors of Montgomery, Macoupin and Christian Counties with completion of Circuit Breaker and SSA Extra Help applications and Medicare Part D enrollment.
Circuit Breaker is a state funded program that provides a yearly grant for relief from property tax, mobile home tax, rent or nursing home charges that qualifying seniors and disabled persons pay on their residence and provides discounts on vehicle license plates.
The Pharmaceutical Assistance program is an optional benefit of the Circuit Breaker that helps pay for certain approved prescription medications. Medicare Part D and SSA Extra Help are federal programs that provide seniors with pharmaceutical coverage and provide assistance with the high cost of their pharmaceutical needs.
This program is funded in part by Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland.
SHIP is a free counseling service provided by the Illinois Department of Insurance. A SHIP Counselor is available to assist Medicare beneficiaries with health insurance questions.
For more information call (217) 532-2001.
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Client Appeals
PROCEDURE
- The participant shall submit the complaint in writing to the
Administrator within 30 days identifying the specific action or
non-action which prompted the complaint. - The Administrator and or Executive Director shall investigate the
problem and provide a written response to the participant within 30
working days following receipt of the complaint. - If the written response does not resolve the complaint, the
participant shall be informed that he/she may file a formal appeal
to a higher authority, i.e. governing board (MCHD Board of
Health). - The higher authority will conduct an investigation and a written
decision will be forwarded to the participant within 90 calendar
days following receipt of the appeal. - In the event the decision of the higher authority is not acceptable to
the participant, he/she will be informed of his/her right to consult
with the appropriate funding agency.
For senior services issues contact The Home Care Ombudsman Program for the State of
Illinois at 1-800-252-8966.
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