09-10-2023 Seniors on the Go - Flipbook - Page 14
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• Environmental Assessments
• Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS)
• Voluntary training for participants
• Transition Services
Community First Choice (CFC)
The Affordable Care Act created a program called Community First Choice (CFC), which
provides states the option to offer certain community-based services as a state plan
benefit to individuals who meet an institutional level of care. There is no wait list for
services through the CFC program.
CFC offers:
• Personal Assistance Services
• Supports Planning/Case Management
• Nurse Monitoring
• Consumer Training
• Home delivered Meals
• Assistive Technology
• Accessibility Adaptations
• Environmental Assessments
• Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS)
• Voluntary training for participants;
• Transition Services
Services are provided in the individual’s home or community residence by agency employed
providers. The program does not have age, cost neutrality or enrollment limitations.
Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP)
The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP) is a federally mandated program
charged with upholding the rights of residents in nursing homes and assisted living
facilities.
An Ombudsman…
• Knows residents’ rights and can provide information about residents’ rights to
residents, family members and staff members
• Takes complaints and seeks to resolve complaints made by or on behalf of
residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities
• Protects the confidentiality and privacy of residents, their families and others who
contact the LTCOP
• Promotes the quality of life and care in nursing homes and assisted living facilities
• Encourages self advocacy by providing information, assistance and support
• Provides information to the public on nursing homes, assisted living facilities,
resident’s rights, legislative/policy issues and LTCOP services
• Provides in-services to long term care facilities and community agencies/groups
about Residents’ Rights, Elder Abuse and Restraints
• Supports Resident and Family Councils
• Promotes community involvement through volunteer opportunities
For more information about the LTCOP or to obtain information about nursing homes
or assisted living facilities in Carroll County, please contact the Long-Term Care
Ombudsman Program.
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