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SERVICES
• 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.
Offering Studio, 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments
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• Rental Assistance • Utility Allowance • Maintenance FREE
• Laundry Facilities • Community Center • Park-like Setting
• Individual A/C & Heating Units • Wall-to-Wall Carpeting
• On-Site Parking • Local Bus Transportation • Activities
AFFORDABLE SENIOR LIVING CONVENIENTLY LOCATED
IN WESTMINSTER FOR LOW INCOME SENIORS 62+*
For information or to request an application,
For more information:
p: 410-239-1224
e: info@visitgoldencrest.com
w: VisitGoldenCrest.com
Call 410-876-2550 or 410-876-5200
Golden Crest is committed to Equal Housing Opportunities for
people of all races, religions, ethnic groups and disabilities
and all others protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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