Alzheimer’s Association
225 N. Michigan Ave. Fl. 17
Chicago, IL 60601-7633

Phone:

800-272-3900

Website:

http://www.alz.org/

Description:

The Alzheimer’s Association is the largest national voluntary health organization supporting Alzheimer’s research and care. This site includes information about the disease, the association’s programs, services, and national advocacy efforts. Pennsylvania residents can also log onto the association’s Greater Pennsylvania Chapter site for more local information.

American Association for Home Care
625 Slaters Lane, Suite 200
Alexandria, VA 22314-1171

Phone:

703-836-6263

Website:

http://www.aahomecare.org/

Description:

This professional trade association of home care providers offers a number of resources to assist consumers in selecting home care services.

Ask Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore MD 21244-1850

Phone:

800-633-4227

Website:

http://www.medicare.gov/caregivers/

Description:

A one-stop website that provides easy access to useful information about Medicare and other essential resources to help with caregiving. Provides links to key partner organizations that assist caregivers and beneficiaries, and presents personal stories from caregivers in the community.

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore MD 21244-1850

Phone:

800-638-6833

Website:

http://www.cms.hhs.gov

Description:

CMS has free booklets about Medicare coverage and other health- related topics, including information about Medicare and Medigap policies, the location and quality of nursing homes. CSM also works to strengthen long-term support systems in the community.

Family Hospice and Palliative Care

Phone:

412-572-8800

Website:

http://www.familyhospice.com/

Description:

For individuals facing life-limiting illness and their families, Family Hospice and Palliative Care offers the assistance and support of a team of professionals and volunteers to allow the person to remain at home in peace, comfort, and with dignity.

Hospice Association of America
228 Seventh Street, SE
Washington, DC 20003

Phone:

202-546-4759

Website:

http://www.nahc.org/

Description:

This professional trade association of hospice organizations and caregivers offers answers to a number of commonly asked questions relating to hospice.

Medicare Home Health Compare

Phone:

800-633-4227

Website:

http://www.medicare.gov/HHCompare/Home.asp?version=
alternate&browser=IE%7C6%7CWin2000&language=
English&defaultstatus=0&pagelist=Home

Description:

To assist in selecting Medicare-certified home health agencies, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) developed Home Health Compare. Home Health Compare provides information on the types of services provided at each facility as well as the quality rating each earned for providing care.

Medicare Rights Center (MRC)
1460 Broadway, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10036

Phone:

212-869-3850

Website:

http://www.medicarerights.org/Index.html

Description:

The MRC is a not-for-profit, non-governmental organization dedicated to ensuring that older adults and people with disabilities get good, affordable health care. The MRC website is a helpful, reliable, independent source of Medicare information for consumers and professionals.

National Association for Home Care (NAHC)
228 7th Street, SE
Washington, DC 20003

Phone:

202-547-7424

Website:

http://www.nahc.org/Consumer/coninfo.html

Description:

This professional trade association of organizations and professionals provides home care and hospice services and medical equipment supplies. The NAHC offers answers to a number of commonly asked questions relating to home care and selecting a home care provider.

National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization
1700 Diagonal Road, Suite 625
Alexandria, Virginia 22314

Phone:

703-837-1500

Website:

http://www.nhpco.org/templates/1/homepage.cfm

Description:

This non-profit organization of hospice and palliative care programs and professionals offers educational programs and materials to enhance the understanding and availability of hospice and palliative care services.

Pennsylvania Association of Area Agencies on Aging
3540 N. Progress Ave., Suite 101
Harrisburg, PA 17110

Phone:

717-541-4214

Website:

http://www.p4a.org/

Description:

Pennsylvania Association of Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) represents the interests of older Pennsylvanians and its AAA membership by fostering collaboration in advocacy, leadership, training, and policy.

Each of the state’s 52 Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) offer information on services available to support older adults. Services range from adult day care to transportation assistance, home modification and security, and senior training and employment.

OPTIONS Assessment Program: Most of the home-based services that Pennsylvania Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) provide are offered in accordance with its OPTIONS Assessment Program.

Staff members of the Area Agency on Aging complete a thorough assessment of each applicant. If a person meets certain criteria for in-home services, a comprehensive plan of care is developed with links to community-based services and resources.

Pennsylvania Association of Home Health Agencies (PAHHA)
20 Erford Road, Suite 115
Lemoyne, PA 17043

Phone:

800-382-1211

Website:

http://www.pacareathome.org/

Description:

This trade association of professionals who deliver care in the homes of Pennsylvanians offers answers to number of commonly asked questions concerning home care.

Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA)
555 Walnut St., 5th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17101-1919

Phone:

717-783-1550

Website:

http://www.aging.state.pa.us/

Description:

Through the Pennsylvania Department of Aging Waiver Program, frail older adults can receive long-term care services in their homes rather than moving to a nursing facility.

The PDA website also outlines services and programs that offer assistance and opportunities for older Pennsylvanians. Most of these services are provided by the state’s 52 Area Agencies on Aging (AAA).

Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare (DPW)
Office of Medical Assistance Programs
Health & Welfare Building, Room 515
P.O. Box 2675
Harrisburg, PA 17105-2675

Phone:

717-787-1870
800-692-7462 (Helpline)

Website:

http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/omap/dpwomap.asp

Description:

The DPW offers information on medical assistance available through federal/state programs to help pay health and nursing home costs for people with low incomes and limited resources.

Pennsylvania Hospice Network
P.O. Box 60636
Harrisburg, PA 17106-0636

Phone:

1-877-746-9111

Website:

http://www.pahospice.org

Description:

A professional association of hospice organizations within the state of Pennsylvania.

UPMC HomeCare

Phone:

888-860-CARE (2273)

Website:

http://www.upmc.com/Services/HomeHealthServices/Pages/...

Description:

For patients who need home care, UPMC offers home nursing services, home medical equipment, skilled nursing services, and caregiver support.

UPMC Palliative Care Program

Phone:

412-692-4834

Website:

http://www.upmc.edu/palliativecare/

Description:

UPMC’s Palliative Care Program provides individuals facing a life-limiting illness with the opportunity to seek care from a team of health professionals specially trained to manage pain and other symptoms. The palliative care team provides support and comfort to these patients and families.