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Options Cincinnati Aging in place. More and more senior adults are staying in their own
homes or moving into apartments where they continue to live independent lives. Options Cincinnati offers on-site supportive services
and social activities that help older adults maintain their independence,
security, dignity, and quality of life. Options Cincinnati promotes social, emotional, and physical
health through shared meals and recreation, social work and case management,
volunteer opportunities, and health care services; and helps prevent, delay or
avoid the move to a residential care facility. The program utilizes existing
services in the community and focuses on meeting unmet needs rather than
duplicating the services of senior centers or clinics. By delivering programs to older adults where they live, greater
connections are built among neighbors and between seniors and their service
providers. Options Cincinnati, which targets a variety of residential
housing where large concentrations of seniors reside, is currently in place
at Indian Creek and Amberley House. Types of Programs · Talks by health care professionals ·
Computer and Internet training ·
Exercise classes ·
Trips to restaurants ·
Trips to cultural activities ·
Potluck and carry–in meals Types of Services ·
In-Home Healthcare Agencies ·
Transportation Services ·
Durable Medical Supply Sources ·
Professionals or Organizations that
Meet Specific Needs The
Service Coordinator can also: ·
Answer questions about Medicare and
discount prescription programs ·
Research answers to resident
questions and gather data necessary for them to make informed decisions ·
Lend a friendly ear What
residents are saying about Options Cincinnati: ·
“I have had excellent experiences with the Options social worker.” ·
“It gives me a comfortable feeling to know that all of the Options
help is available.” ·
“I have made great friendships—we laugh, talk, support, and help each
other.” ·
“The mind and body enriching activities have definitely made it
possible for me to enjoy a better quality of life while continuing to live in my own apartment.” ·
“The Service Coordinator seems very dedicated to helping us in any
way.” ·
“Options has brought many hours of enjoyment to me and to those who
are limited physically and unable to get out more.” Options Cincinnati is offered by Jewish Family Service. There may be fees associated with the services residents choose to contract for, such as the cost of home healthcare. There may also be fees for certain activities and programs. Options Cincinnati receives major funding from The Greater Cincinnati Foundation and Jewish Federation of Cincinnati. Thank you to the following community leaders who are supporting partners: Platinum Partners: Towne Properties Silver Partner: Crossroads Hospice Tri Health Bronze Partners: Mullaney’s Pharmacy
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