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Community Resources
Programs that offer information and guidance for people who may qualify for Medicaid with the objective of empowering them to make informed choices. Included may be information about the eligibility requirements for Medicaid and how to apply; Medicaid Managed Care options, benefits covered (and not covered) by the program including long-term care and home and community-based services; the payment process for co-payments; Medicaid “spend-down” (the process of reducing income and/or assets an individual possesses in order to qualify for Medicaid); and information about Medicare and the linkages between the two programs. The program may also answer questions about Medicaid services available to individuals with disabilities; and some programs may help people who qualify with enrollment and provide referrals to providers who accept State Medicaid health insurance.
The Council on Aging offers a variety of services including but not limited to, information and referral, congregate meals, foot care, health insurance counseling, tax assistance, exercise classes, social activities, transportation for shopping. Some of the COA services and activities are offered at other town locations.
The Council on Aging and Senior Center are located in the elementary school. Programs include a volunteer program, outreach, SHINE counseling, transportation, tax form preparation, money management, health clinics, exercise classes, craft classes, social and recreational activities.
This company provides information and assistance with Medicaid planning and the application process. It will act as the liaison between the Medicaid office and the consumer and will do all follow-up until a benefits determination is made.
The Medicaid Consulting Group provides consultation that includes an explanation of all Medicaid rules and regulations as well as the different programs within the Medicaid system. Options for preserving assets within the Medicaid guidelines will also be discussed. This group will also complete all forms necessary to apply for Medicaid benefits and will assume responsibility…
MassHealth is the Commonwealth’s health insurance program. It offers a broad range of health-care services by paying part or all of a MassHealth member’s health insurance or by paying medical providers for services given to members. It also offers a variety of coverage types. An applicant will receive the most complete coverage for which he/she…
The COA provides a variety of services and programs including weekday hot meals (donation suggested); transportation to medical appointments (NEET Program) and scheduled shopping trips (senior bus); wellness clinics; outreach; friendly visitor program; health insurance counseling; tax preparation assistance; physical fitness classes; support groups; intergenerational programming; numerous classes; and social/recreational activities. The Friends of the…