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ACTIVE LIVING
Active living is a way of life that promotes older adult
health and well-being. Activities should encourage exercise,
education, socialization, health, recreation, and leisure.
Programs that support active living can be found throughout
the state and include cultural enrichment, park, physical
fitness programs, volunteerism, social and special interest
clubs, spiritual enrichment, and opportunities to travel.
Hunting &
Fishing Licenses
MN DNR-651-296-6157 or
1-888-MINNDNR (646-6367)
www.dnr.state.mn.us
or
www.dnr.state.mn.us/fishing
Senior Centers
Senior LinkAge
Line-1-800-333-2433
www.MinnesotaHelp.info
Transportation
Senior LinkAge
Line-1-800-333-2433
www.MinnesotaHelp.info
Volunteer
Opportunities
Volunteer Resource Center-612-379-4900
www.volunteertwincities.org
RSVP-Retired and Senior Volunteer
Program (adults 55+)-1-800-424-8867
Anoka County RSVP-763-422-7090
Greater St. Paul & Minneapolis RSVP-612-617-7820
CAREGIVERS
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Caregivers are adult family members or other individuals who
are unpaid providers of in-home and community care to
older adults. They often don't see themselves as caregivers
as they are simply doing what a family member or friend
would do. yet the services they provide are invaluable to
the person they care for, and to the community at large.
Adult Day Services
Minnesota Adult Day Services
Association-763-464-2698
www.madsa.org
Caregivers Training and Education
Alzheimer's Association-1-800-232-0851
www.alzheimers-guide.com/alzheimers-association-minnesota/
American Red Cross Family
Caregiving Program-Greater
Minneapolis Area Chapter
612-871-7676
St. Paul Area Chapter-651-291-6704
www.redcross.org
Darts, Dakota Area
Resources and transportation for Senior's-651-445-1560
Eldercare Partners-651-234-2262
National Family Caregiver's Association-301-942-6430
Senior Caregiver Network (Anoka County)-763-422-6960
Respite Care
Respite care allows the primary caregiver a period of
"rest" from daily task of caregiving.
Respite In-Home
Catholic Charities-(offers 24 hour care
for fail elderly 60 yrs and older)
651-215-2246
Darts, Dakota Area
Resources and Transportation for Seniors-651-445-1560
FamilyMeans (volunteer respite for persons
with a chronic illness or disability)
651-439-4840
Respite Out-Of-Home
ARCH National Resource Center for Respite and Crisis Care
Services-919-490-5577
Senior LinkAge Line-1-800-333-2433
www.MinnesotaHelp.info
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Support groups are a great way
to talk with others about health or caregiving issues! A
support group is a group of people with common situations
that help each other by sharing their experiences and
challenges. support groups have a facilitator that is
knowledgeable about the issues that the group is dealing
with and is trained to help the group provide mutual support
to each other. many agencies and community programs offer
different types of support groups.
Alzheimer's association-1-800-232-0851
Eldercare Partners-651-234-2262
Senior LinkAge Line-1-800-333-2433
www.MinnesotaHelp.info
Financial
Many programs exist to help older people make informed
financial decisions. there are also financial aid programs
available to aid people who meet certain eligibility
criteria, who need help with finding employment, food,
health insurance, long term care insurance, medical care of
other basic needs.
Burial Insurance & Plans
Federal Trade Commission
www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/services/funeral.htm
(information on funeral choices and national
organizations)
Minnesota funeral Directors Association-763-398-0115
www.mnfuneral.org
The Minnesota Funeral Plan-763-398-0158 or 1-800-278-2168
www.minnesotafuneralplan.com
(a wholly-owened subsideiary of The Minnesota Funeral
Directors Association)
Social Security Administration-1-900-772-1213
(funeral fund eligibility)
www.ssa.gov
Veteran's Benefits, U.S. Dept of Veterans
Affairs-1-900-827-1000
www.va.gov
Employment
If you are looking for a job,
there are services offered by public and non-profit agencies
to assist older adults in finding these opportunities! If
you are looking for employment and receive Social
Security, there are ways to earn income without
penalty. Visit www.ssa.gov
or call the Social Security Administration at
1-800-450-5627.
Experience Works-Minnesota-1-800-450-5627
Senior Community Services Employment Program.
www.deed.state.mn./oldwkr/owpprov1.htm
(Adults 55 and older, whose income is at or below 125% of
federal poverty guidelines.)
Senior LinkAge Line-1-800-333-2433
Food Assistance
If you need assistance wit food
preparation or financial assistance to pay for food, there
are many services that may be available to you in your
community.
Minnesota Department of Human Services Food Support
Program: Helps low income people pay for food to
supplement their diet. It is not intended to be a person's
only source of food.
Anoka County-763-422-7200
Carver County-952-361-1600
Dakota-County-651-554-5611
Hennepin County-612-596-1300
Ramsey County-651-266-4444
Scott County-952-496-8686
Washington County-651-430-6455
MN Dept of Human Services-651-296-6117
Home Delivered Meals-
Hot food is delivered to people's homes.
Metro Meals on Wheels-612-623-3363
www.meals-on-wheels.com/metro.php
Ethnic Meals: Find current ethnic and culturally
age-specific meals!
www.tcaging.org/findinghelp/nutrition.html
For other food assistance programs in your area, call:
Senior LinkAge Line-1-800-333-2433
www.MinnesotaHelp.info
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Health insurance,
including Medicare and Medicaid, long-term care insurance,,
prescription drug coverage, employer plans, and veterans'
benefits, can be complicated to understand. Look further in
this section to find out why each type of insurance is
different!
Long Term Care Insurance Counseling
Long-term care insurance can cover costs related to the
daily medical or personal care you may need following a
chronic illness or long-term disability. If you are thinking
about buying a long-term care insurance policy, take your
time and shop around. Policies differ in coverage and cost.
You may want to consult a financial planner, tax adviser, or
attorney before purchasing long-term care insurance.
Insurance Federation of Minnesota-651-222-3800 or
1-800-642-6121
www.insurancemn.org
Minnesota Attorney General's Office-651-296-3353 or
1-800-657-3787
www.ag.state.mn.us
Minnesota Department of Commerce-651-296-4026
www.commerce.state.mn.us
Senior LinkAge Line-1-800-333-2433
www.tcaging.org
Medicaid
Medical Assistance (MA) is Minnesota's Medicaid
program. If offers health coverage to low-income families,
children, pregnant women, seniors 65+, and people who are
disabled. You must meet guidelines for residency, income,
assets, and immigration status to get MA. MA pays for
medical care, current and future medical bills, and in some
cases pay medical bills three mouths prior to applying.
Contact your local county agency to apply.
Anoka County-763-422-7200
Benton County-302-968-5000
Carver County-952-361-1600
Dakota County-651-554-5611
Hennepin County-612596-1300
Ramsey County-651266-4444
Scott County-952-445-7751
Stearns County-320-656-3600
Washington County-651430-6459
MN Dept of Human Services-651-296-6117
Medicare Counseling
Although Medicare healthcare insurance programs can be
confusing sometimes, there is help and information out
there!
Medicare is offered by
the federal goverment to most adults over the age of 65 and
to persons with a disability who qualify.
Medicare Part A is hospital insurance that in part,
covers stays in hospital and skilled nursing facilities
(nursing homes).
Medicare Part B is Medical Insurance that in
part, covers your visits to the doctor or preventive types
of health care.
Medicare Medical Saving Plan
is a health plan option made up of two parts. one part is a
Medicare MSA Health Insurance Policy with a high deductible.
The other part is a special saving account where Medicare
deposits money to help you pay your medical bills.
Medicare Part D is the new
prescription drug plan through Medicare that will be
available starting in January of 2006.
Medicare Savings Programs
are programs that can help low to moderate-income seniors
pay Medicare premiums and coinsurance costs.
Medigap Plans are insurance
plans that supplement original Medicare.
Medicare Advantage Plans are
managed care plans that replace original Medicare and
Medigap and provide coordinated service to beneficiaries who
enroll.
For more information and individual counseling on these
programs and other Medicare plans, contact:
Centers for Medicare % Medicaid Services-1-800-633-4227
www.cms.hhs.gov
www.Medicare.gov
MN Senior Federation-Health Plan Information Center
651-645-0261 ext. 145 or 1-877-645-0261 ext.145
http://www.mnseniors.org/ (Metropolitan Region)
http://www.mnseniorfed.org/ (Minnesota)
Senior LinkAge Line's State Health Insurance Program
1-800-333-2433
www.tcaging.org
Military and Veterans
Benefits Assistance
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You may be eligible for
benefits and services if you are a veteran, a family member,
or survivor of a veteran. Burial, education, pension, home
loan, life insurance, vocational rehabilitation, and other
services are offered to veterans who qualify. To find out
more information and eligibility requirements:
Minnesota Dept of Veterans Affairs-Claims Assistance
651-296-2562
www.mdva.state.mn.us
American Legion-651-291-1800 or 1-866-259-9163
www.mnlegion.org
Veterans Services, Veterans of Foreign Wars-651-291-1757
www.vfw.state.mn.us
Pension Assistance
An adequate pension is a key factor in helping older
adults maintain financial security. Often someone may feel
they are being denied access to a benefit or have a hard
time negotiating with former employer for due compensation.
There are organizations to help you obtain and understand
your pension benefits!
Minnesota Dept of Veterans Affairs-Claims Assistance
651-296-2562
www.mdva.state.mn.us
Minnesota Senior Federation-Pension Rights Project
651-645-0261 ext. 121 or 1-877-645-0261
http://www.mnseniors.org/
(Metropolitan Region)
Reverse Mortgages
A "reverse" mortgage is a loan against your home that
you do not have to pay back for as long as you live there.
With a reverse mortgage, you can turn the value of your home
into cash without having to to move or repay a loan each
month. No matter how the money is paid to you, you typically
don't have to pay anything back until you die, sell your
home, or permanently move out of your home. To be eligible
you must own your home and be 62 years of age or older.
AARP- Home Made Money-1-800-209-8085
www.aarp.org/revmort/list
Minnesota Senior Federation-651-645-0261 ext 135
http://front.mnseniors.org/programs/reversemortgage.html
Reverse Mortgage of MN
www.ReverseMortgagesMN.com
Reverse Mortgage Information
www.reversemortgage.org/index.html
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Preparing your taxes can be
overwhelming,
and mistakes can be costly. Help is available:
AARP of MN-1-888-687-2277
www.aarp.org/states/mn
AccountAbility MN-651-287-0187
www.accountabilitymn.org
Minnesota Department of Revenue-651-296-3781
www.taxes.state.mn.us
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Government play a large role in what
services are provided to older Americans. The U.S.
Government's official website offers information on a
variety of topics for seniors at:
www.firstgov.gov/Topics/Seniors.shtml
For state and local government information, visit:
Minnesota's board on Aging- www.mnaging.org
Minnesota Dept. of Human Services- www.dhs.state.mn.us
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Who represents me? To contact your area
House Representative or Senator, contact your local
government center or call:
Minnesota State House Public Information Services
1-800-657-3550
If you would like to get involved and learn more about some
current older American issues: AARP of MN-1-888-687-2277
(organization requires membership)
www.aarp.org/states/mn
Minnesota Senior Federation-651-645-0261 or 1-877-645-0261
www.mnseniors.org
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Looking to travel the world? To obtain a
new passport you must go in person to a passport acceptance
facility located near you with two photographs of yourself,
proof of U.S. citizenship, and a valid form of photo
identification such as a driver's license. A passport
acceptance facility can include the Department of State's
Bureau of Consular Affairs, or where the Office of Passport
Services designates, which includes post offices, clerks of
court, public libraries, and other community and municipal
government offices. To find out where to go near you, visit:
http://iafdb.travel.state.gov
Remember to plan ahead! Obtaining a passport requires
a fee and can take several weeks to receive one.
Social Security
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When you work, you pay taxes into the
system, and when you retire or you have a disability, you
receive monthly benefits based on your earnings, called
Social Security. Social Security benefits are not indented
to meet all of your financial needs. It is important to keep
a savings or have a pension. There are many requirements and
age related benefit restrictions, to find out how to receive
your benefits contact:
Social Security Administration-1-800-772-1213
www.ssa.gov
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You have the right to vote,
but sometimes knowing the right place to vote can be
confusing. To find the polling place in your neighborhood
and answer any voting questions you may have, contact:
Secretary of State Office-1-800-627-3529
http://pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us
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Today there are
many housing options and alternatives for older adults. Some
of the options are staying in your home, renting in a senior
development, subsidized housing, assisted living, or moving
to a long-term care facility or nursing home. Keeping
individuals as independent as possible is important, and
there many services and products providing ways to encourage
this lifestyle.
Adult Foster Care
Adult foster care offers full 24-hour supervision and
personal care in homes and "purpose built" housing. Most
homes offer private/shared rooms, family-style dining,
bathrooms, and living areas. Many homes offer a variety of
services that may include meals, laundry, transportation,
medication management , social activities, and other
services. Contact your local county agency for a listing of
licensed adult foster care providers or contact:
Senior LinkAge Line-1-800-333-2433
www.MinnesotaHelp.info
Apartment Rental
Finding an apartment is overwhelming, but there is help
available! There are two options for rentals called
market-rate rental and subsidized housing. The rent levels
for market-rate apartments are determined by the real estate
market. Subsidized housing is federally or locally
subsidized apartment building for low-income seniors. For
more information and locations contact:
Senior Housing, Inc.-612-617-1025
www.seniorhousinginc.org
Housing Link
www.housinglink.org
Assisted Living
Assisted living offers personal care services such as
meals, housekeeping, transportation, and assistance with
activities of daily living to people as needed, who still
live on their own in a residential facility. Most residents
pay a additional fees for the services they get as they are
aging-in-place. For more information and locations contact:
Senior Housing, Inc-612-617-1025
www.seniorhousinginc.org
Housing Link
www.housinglink.org
Subsidized Housing
Subsidized housing is federally or locally subsidized
apartment building for low-income seniors. Typical services
included in subsidized housing are recreational activities,
service coordination, and some meals. for more information,
eligibilities requirements, and locations contact:
Senior Housing, Inc-612-617-1025
www.seniorhousinginc.org
Housing Link
www.housinglink.org
Assistive Technology
Assistive technology is the name for equipment,
devices, and aids that help people to increase their
mobility and/or ability to communicate so they can live more
independently. When looking for assistive technology aids it
is important to assess the right aids for you. Including
your family and medical professionals can assess the
equipment and help you understand how it will help you. Take
your time when looking and remember that assistive
technology equipment can be very expensive. Medical
Assistance or Medicare may help pay for equipment if
it is medically necessary.
Disability Linkage Line-1-800-333-2466
Metropolitan Center for Independent Living-651-603-2005
http://frontpage.mcil.mn.org/graph.htm
STAR Program-651296-2771
www.admin.state.mn.us/assistivetechnology
Courage Center-763-520-0312
www.courage.org
Home Repair/Modification
Most people want to remain in their homes as they age.
Making needed repairs or modifications to your home can
allow yo to remain independent. There are many programs
available to help you pay for repairs or modifications to
your home.
Administration on Aging
www.aoa.dhhs.gov
Metropolitan Center for Independent Living-651-646-8342
http://frontpage.mcil-mn.org/graph.htm
Disability Linkage Line-1-866-333-2466
Senior LinkAge Line-1-800-333-2433
www.MinnesotaHelp.info
Moving Expense Assistance
Moving can be a stressful and costly experience so it is
important to plan ahead. Planning information and ways to
help pay for your move are available.
Emergency General Assistance
Contact your local agency for more information and
guidelines.
Anoka County-763-422-7200
Benton County-302-968-5000
Carver County-952-361-1600
Dakota County-651-554-5611
Hennepin County-612596-1300
Ramsey County-651266-4444
Scott County-952-445-7751
Stearns County-320-656-3600
Washington County-651430-6459
MN Dept of Human Services-651-296-6117
Safety Education Programs
Safety education programs make the public aware of
measures that people can take to reduce the risk of fires or
accidents in the home, outdoors, or driving a motor vehicle.
Some programs also provide instructions for preparing for
and surviving an accident should one occur.
Fairview Ridges Hospital-Preventing Falls in Older
Adults Ages 60+-952-892-2200
Minnesota Highway and Safety Research Center Senior-Driver
Improvement Program-1-888-234-1294
Minnesota Safety Council-1-800-444-9150
www.msc@mnsafetycouncil.org
Utility Assistance
Staying warn in the winter and cool in the summer can
become costly, but there are ways to reduce utility costs.
For programs that can help pay for home energy cost and home
weatherizing, and help increase your ability to conserve
energy contact:
Minnesota Department of Commerce-651-296-4026
www.commerce.state.mn.us
Emergency General Assistance
(Contact your local county agency for more
information and guidelines)
Anoka County-763-422-7200
Benton County-302-968-5000
Carver County-952-361-1600
Dakota County-651-554-5611
Hennepin County-612596-1300
Ramsey County-651266-4444
Scott County-952-445-7751
Stearns County-320-656-3600
Washington County-651430-6459
MN Dept of Human Services-651-296-6117
Statewide Energy Assistance Programs Contact:
Senior LinkAge Line-1-800-333-2433
www.MinnesotaHelp.info
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In-home services provide assistance in
carrying out daily activities to remain independent.
Services can include light housekeeping, home
repairs, assessment and adaptation to the home,
health/medical services, and meals on wheels. Health
services include home health aids, in-home rehabilitation
services, long term care consultation, and hospice care.
Case Management
Geriatric care managers can help relieve caregiver stress by
assisting to locate suitable community services. Cases
managers offer familiarity with community services knowledge
of eligibility requirement, ability to address family
relationships/special concerns and assessment of needed
services and assist in arranging services.
Contact your local county agency or find out more
information:
Alzheimer's Association-Family Care Consultation
1-800-232-0851
Darts-Eldercare Partners Care Management
651-455-1560
Minnesota Elders-Case Management
320-493-3743
Home Health Care Services
There are many home health care programs available. There
are home health aides, home nursing care, personal care
assistance, and therapeutic care (some can provided at
work). Home health aides and personal care assistances can
help with bathing, dressing, and other personal care tasks.
Home nursing care provides wound care, helping with
medications, health education, and monitoring of health
situations.
Senior LinkAge Line 1-800-333-2433
www.MinnesotaHelp.info
Hospice Care
Hospice is a type of home care that helps people with a
terminal illness live their final months in comfort and
dignity. It is available
everywhere in Minnesota and is certified by Medicare ans
Medical Assistance. The services can include nursing care,
respite for caregiver/family, spiritual/grief counseling,
medical equipment/supplies, social work services, on-call
nursing care, and prescription co-payments. To find out more
information and local Hospice programs:
Hospice Minnesota
1-866-290-4321
www.hospicemn.org
Long Term Care Consultation
Long-Term Care Consultants are county public health
nurses and social workers who will assist you in identifying
needed services and planning for your care needs. Long Term
Care Consultation services can help you: stay in your home;
move from a nursing facility; move to foster care/housing
with services; understanding your choices; develop a plan
for your needs; and access programs that can help pay for
services, if you are eligible. A Long Term Care Consultation
is required if you are interested in applying for the
Elderly Waiver (EW), Community Alternatives for Disabled
Individuals (CADI), Community Alternative Care (CAC),
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)< or Alternative Care (AC)
programs. Contact your local county agency for more
information:
Anoka County-763-422-7200
Benton County-302-968-5000
Carver County-952-361-1600
Dakota County-651-554-5611
Hennepin County-612596-1300
Ramsey County-651266-4444
Scott County-952-445-7751
Stearns County-320-656-3600
Washington County-651430-6459
MN Dept of Human Services-651-296-6117
Senior LinkAge Line-1-800-333-2433
www.MinnesotaHelp.info
Medical Equipment & Supplies
Home medical equipment and supplies and weather you
need them are best determined by your doctor. Often
physicians work with home medical equipment suppliers to
find the most suitable equipment for you. Your doctor
is responsible for providing a complete prescription to the
supplier for your equipment.
To find a medical equipment supplier, talk to your doctor,
or contact:
Disability Linkage Line 1-866-333-2466
Senior LinkAge Line 1-800-333-2433
www.MinnesotaHelp.info
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Dealing with the legal system can be very confusing.
there are many organizations that can assist you in becoming
familiar with certain aspects of the the law. Occasionally
you may need the skills of a professional. The best way to
determine this is to speak with an expert in the legal area
in which you have concerns.
Conservatorships And Guardianships
Conservatorship or guardianship is a relationship
between two people that the court creates to protect persons
who are incapacitated and cannot handle their own affairs.
When an adult is incapable of managing their own affairs or
is incapable of managing their own affairs or is competent
but ill, a conservator protects them from physical danger
and improper treatment, and/or protect their estate from
exploitation. Under Minnesota laws, conservatorships and
guardianships are very similar, except that guardianships
take away more civil rights, such as the right to vote.
Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota
651-310-9400
Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
651-296-2562
MAO Legal Services, Volunteers of America
612-676-6300
Ombudsman for Older Minnesotans
1-800-657-3591
Legal Assistance
Whether you need help finding a lawyer, an advocate for
legal rights, or more information about certain legal topic,
there are many organizations to help you. Finding this
information takes time and research. Ask friends and family
member, or you can use referral services to gather names and
numbers of attorneys.
Advocate For Legal Rights
Ombudsman for Older Minnesotans
Find A LawyerAARP (offers reduced fees to
members)
www.aarp.org/lsn
County Bar Associations
Dakota County Bar Association Attorney Referral Services
952-431-3202
Hennepin County Bar Association Attorney Referral Services
612-752-6666
Ramsey County Bar Association Attorney Referral Services
651-224-1775
Minnesota State Bar Association
612-333-1183
www.mnfindalawyer.com
Minnesota Disability Law Center
612-334-5970
www.mndic.org
Volunteers Lawyer Network
612-752-6677
Legal Aid Services (must meet income guidelines)
Judicare of Anoka County-763-783-4970
Dakota County-952-431-3200
Hennepin County-612-332-1441
Minneapolis-612-588-2099
Scott & Carver Counties-952-440-1040
Senior Law Project (Southern MN Regional Legal Services)
Carver, Dakota, Ramsey, Washington, Scott Counties
651-224-7301
Washington County
651-351-7172
Legal Education
Minnesota Office of the Attorney General
1-800-657-3787
Minnesota Department of Commerce
651-296-4026
www.commerce.state.mn.us
Ombudsman
An Ombudsman is an independent consumer advocate who
handles complaints against the government or government
regulated agencies. The Ombudsman for Older Minnesotans
works with consumers, nursing homes, hospitals, home care,
social services agencies, and public agencies to handle
complaints of quality care, rights violations, services
termination, discharge or eviction, and public benefits in
order to enhance the quality of life and services for
individuals.
Ombudsman for Older Minnesotans-1-800-657-3591
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Health and medical concerns can be overwhelming.
Information and help with health assessments, health care
directives, and health care referrals is available.
Assistance with nursing home assessment and planning is also
available.
Health Assessments
A senior health assessment is used to evaluate your
current health and in the process may help diagnose any
current or future problems. It can improve health, lengthen
life, reduce the need for acute nursing care, and keep older
adults from the Emergency Room. Some questions that might be
asked during an initial assessment include: How are you
feeling? What illness or surgeries have you had? How's your
life going on a daily basis? Do you need help? Contact your
physician for more information.
Health Care Directive
A Health Care Directive or a Advance Directive helps
you keep control over health care decisions that are
important to you. It is a document in which you give
instructions about health care if, in the future, you cannot
speak. You can give someone you name (an agent or proxy) the
power to make health care decisions for you. You also can
give instructions about the kinds of health care you do or
do not want. In the case of a temporary or permanent illness
or injury, this document will work in those situations as
well. This is very important document and requires some
thought, so here are some resources to help you! Talk with
your doctor as you consider your health care needs and this
important decision making process
Minnesota Board on Aging (download a
Health Care Directive form)
www.mnaging.org/seniors/assistance/directive.html
Minnesota Office of the Attorney-1-800-657-3787
www.ag.state.mn.us
Senior LinkAge Line-1-800-333-2433
www.tcaging.org/publications/index.html
Health Education
Health Education services are those that provide
information and advice about your health. They can include
information on your body, disease management, medication,
treatment options, and prevention measures. The education
can be provided by many different organizations like
hospitals, senior centers, colleges, social services,
trained volunteers, disease specific organizations, or
extension services. Contact your local senior center or;
Alzheimer's Association-952-857-0523
Allina Hospitals and Clinics-Medformation-651-697-3333
Senoir LinkAge Line-1-800-333-2433
Health Care Referral
Are you looking for a doctor, psychologist, or other
professional who can help you? To find a doctor or a
psychiatrist:
Allina Hospitals and Clinics-Medformation-651-697-3333
Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
www.docboard.org/mn/df/mndf.htm
Neighborhood Health Care Clinic- Health Care Clinic Referral
651-489-2273
Nursing Home
There are a lot of questions and concerns when thinking
about a nursing home as a health care option. A nursing home
is a place of residence for people who require constant
medical care, but at a lower level than a hospital. Usually
the residents are elderly, but a nursing home can include
mentally or physically ill persons as well. A Patient Review
Instruction is required by a doctor to enter a nursing home
care. When looking at nursing homes it is wise to visit
several before you make your decision.
Minnesota Department of Health-Nursing Home Regulation
651-215-8701
Nursing Home Compare
www.Medicare.gov
Prescription Drugs
There are many alternatives available to assist
people in obtaining the prescription drugs they need.
Senior LinkAge Line/RXConnect 1-800-333-2433
www.tcaging.org/findinghelp/prescription.html
Minnesota Board on Aging
www.mnaging.org/PrescriptionDrugs/index.html
Disclaimer:
References and resources contained in this web page
does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the
AFL-CIO or IAM Local Lodge 623
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