Aging In Place
Choices For Independence Program
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This program assists elderly and chronically ill individuals by providing in-home services to prevent institutionalization. Services include:

  • Case Management: A social service professional will work with you and your family to decide which services you will need so that you can stay at home.
  • Homemaking: This includes services such as housework, laundry, shopping and running errands.
  • Personal Care: A service professional will help you with your daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Meals: This provides you with home-delivered meals and helps you with preparing meals at home.
  • Adult Day Programs: You can take part in social activities that occur outside of your home. Adult Day may also include health care services.
  • Adult Family Care: If you have a caretaker that you live with, they may get a cash benefit to help you with your daily living needs.
  • Respite Care: These are programs and services provided to your caregivers to give them a break.

How do I apply?

To apply for this program, you can print and fill out the application form and mail it to your local office. In addition, you can use the online application. If you would like to apply by telephone call New Hampshire ServiceLink at: (866) 634-9412. If you have further questions, you can also contact your local office for information regarding this program.

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