What Am I Eligible For?

Learn about valuable services and benefits for older adults on this page.

Benefits CheckUp
216-420-6771
Benefits CheckUp is a Web based program designed to screen elderly persons for federal, state and local programs. After completing an application, the older adult receives a printed report that informs him/her of possible benefits. In addition, it provides information on where the individual needs to apply and what documentation he/she will need to take to any appointment's). For your own personal Benefits Checkup, visit our web site.

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Benjamin Rose
2373 Euclid Heights Blvd.
Cleveland Heights, OH 44106
216-791-8000
Benjamin Rose assists people in finding housing and entitlement programs that they are eligible for, including pharmaceutical programs, health insurance, and home care.

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CUYAHOGA OPTIONS for Elders
216-420-6800 (call for an application)
OPTIONS is for those who are not eligible for the home support services through PASSPORT.

ELIGIBILITY:
60+ years of age.
Residents of Cuyahoga County.
Living in a private home or apartment (excluding assisted living residences, adult care homes, nursing homes, and group homes.)
Eligible for home support services based on an assessment of need for assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, food preparation.
Managing expenses on a modest monthly income with limited financial reserves.
SERVICES AVAILABLE:
Medical transportation
Emergency Response System
Adult day services
Personal care
Homemaker services
Home delivered meals
Information/assistance

ENROLLMENT INFORMATION:
Interested parties should contact the OPTIONS intake unit at (216) 420-6800 for application information.
A case manager will tailor an approved package of services from the list above, based on the needs of each individual client.

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Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP)
800-686-1578
440-779-4380
Trained volunteers provide counseling about all forms of insurance. Shopper's Guide for Medicare Supplemental Insurance available free. Also offers claims assistance with doctors and hospital bills. For more information visit our web site.

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PASSPORT
925 Euclid Avenue, Suite 550
Cleveland, Ohio 44115
216-621-0303 or 1-800-626-7277

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It is the mission of the Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging's PASSPORT program to support older persons who wish to remain in their own homes with independence and dignity.

Eligibility for PASSPORT includes:

Being 60 years of age or older.
Being eligible for Medicaid.
Living in a home or apartment.
Needing hands-on help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and meals.
Agreeing to accept PASSPORT services.
Having basic health and safety needs met.
Maintaining a cost for PASSPORT services at or below 60% of the cost of nursing home care.
Each PASSPORT participant has a Case Manager, a registered nurse, or licensed social worker, who coordinates home care services and maintains regular contact with the participant and PASSPORT provider agencies.

Home services include:

Adult day care
Chore services
Emergency response system
Home-delivered meals
Homemaker/respite care
Home medical equipment and supplies
Independent living assistance
Minor home modification
Nutritional consultation
Personal care service/respite care
Social work and counseling
Transportation
Southwest General Health Center
Department of Social Work
440-816-8450

Southwest Healthcare Advice and Referral for the Elderly (S.H.A.R.E.) program, which helps seniors and their families deal with and understand Medicare and other insurance paperwork and questions. This program is free.

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Government Websites

State of Ohio
Ohio Public Library Information Network
Ohio Department of Insurance
Ohio State Bar Association
Social Security Administration
U. S. House of Representatives
U. S. Senate
U. S. Congress
Ohio State Medical Association
Ohio Hospital Association
Cuyahoga County Ohio
State of Ohio Medical Board
The Ohio Department of Aging
U. S. National Library of Medicine

Medicare and Medicaid

Center for Medicare Services
Center for Medicaid Services
Nationwide Health Plans
The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC)

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