Article Publication Date:
3/13/2012
Summary:
One priority for an aging America is to enable older adults to live independently in their homes and communities. For those with limited income or resources, benefits can be a critical resource to receive support and avoid institutionalization. Many miss out on benefits due to lack of awareness, perceived complexity of applications, stigma, & misunderstanding eligibility. The You Gave, Now Save campaign connects eligibles with free & low-cost resources: BenefitsCheckUp & the Eldercare Locator.
Types/Tools:
Sources:
Administration on Aging
NCOA, n4a
Programs/Initiatives:
N/A
States:
BenefitsCheckUp; Eldercare Locator; Federal Poverty Level (FPL); Baby Boomer Population; Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP); Supplemental Security Income (SSI); senior services; heating bills; food assistance; disaster relief; financial assistance for health care
Contact
Administration on Aging
aoainfo@aoa.hhs.gov
Phone:
800-677-1116
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/53052