resource directory for the caregiver, aging, and disabled – cumberland county 2015-16

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A Message From the Publisher

You have an issue, a specific need, a project … maybe even just a question. You know the resources are out there—they’re probably not even that far away. But you don’t know how to find them.

Enter the 2015–16 Cumberland County Resource DIRECTORY for the Caregiver, Aging, and Disabled. This extensive source of information connects you to an abundance of organizations, businesses, and services for Cumberland Countians who are over age 50, who are caring for a loved one, or who have disabilities.

We consider the Resource DIRECTORY “free, yet priceless.” Within its hundreds of easy-to-read listings, you’ll find options for housing, hospitals, veterans’ services, legal counsel, fitness, home improvements, and more.

In addition to your many local resources, there are also state and federal programs available that can provide assistance.

Plus, we include contact information for Cumberland County police departments, post offices, and emergency services, as well as county, state, and federal government phone numbers for your convenience.

The Resource DIRECTORY is available both in print and online (at www.50plusSeniorNewsPA.com), so it’s accessible whenever and wherever you need it.

We sincerely thank the Resource DIRECTORY’s sponsors and advertisers. It is through their financial support and their dedication to the Cumberland County community that we are able to bring the Resource DIRECTORY for the Caregiver, Aging, and Disabled to you, our neighbors.

Sincerely,

Donna K. Anderson, Publisher

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Cumberland County Resource Directory 2015 – 162

Adult Day Services ................................................................................6

Advocacy ..............................................................................................6

Alcohol & Substance Abuse Services .................................................7

Area Agency On Aging ........................................................................8

Assistive Technology/Devices .............................................................8

Autism Services....................................................................................10

Care Assessment Services .................................................................10

Caregiver Assistance ..........................................................................10

Clothing ................................................................................................10

Community Services ...........................................................................12

Consumer Protection/Complaints .....................................................12

Counseling Services ............................................................................13

Dental Services ....................................................................................14

Disability Services ................................................................................14

Domestic Violence ..............................................................................14

Emergency ...........................................................................................15

Emergency Information ......................................................................60

Employment .........................................................................................15

Energy Assistance ...............................................................................16

Events ....................................................................................................17

Eye Care Services ...............................................................................20Financial Services ................................................................................20

Emergency ................................................................................................. 20

Fitness ...................................................................................................20Food/Nutrition ......................................................................................20

Education/Counseling ............................................................................... 20Food Banks/Pantries .................................................................................. 21Food Stamps ............................................................................................... 21Meals on Wheels ........................................................................................ 21

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Frequently Called Numbers ...............................................................60Government .........................................................................................21

Local ............................................................................................................ 21County ......................................................................................................... 23State ............................................................................................................. 23Federal ........................................................................................................ 23

Health Matters (Feature Article) .........................................................30

Health Resources .................................................................................23Healthcare ...........................................................................................26

Financial Assistance .................................................................................. 26Waiver Programs ........................................................................................ 26

Hearing Services ..................................................................................29

Home Care Services ...........................................................................32

Home Improvements ..........................................................................34

Homeless Services ..............................................................................34

Hospice Services .................................................................................35

Hospitals ...............................................................................................35

Hotlines .................................................................................................36Housing .................................................................................................38

Assistance ................................................................................................... 38Financial Assistance .................................................................................. 38Rental Assistance ....................................................................................... 39

Housing Options ..................................................................................39Apartment-Style ......................................................................................... 39Life Sharing/Family Living Residences ..................................................... 40

Information and Referral .....................................................................40

Insurance .............................................................................................41

Legal Services ......................................................................................41

Libraries ................................................................................................41

Lottery ...................................................................................................42

Medical Equipment & Supplies ..........................................................42



Medicare ..............................................................................................42Counseling .................................................................................................. 42Medicare Advantage Providers ............................................................... 42

Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities Services ........................44Orthopedics .........................................................................................46Pharmacy .............................................................................................46Police Departments .............................................................................46Post Offices...........................................................................................47Savvy Senior (Feature Article) ............................................................48Prescriptions .........................................................................................50

Assistance ................................................................................................... 50Referral Services ......................................................................................... 50

Profiles ....................................................................................................5Retirement Living Options ...................................................................51

Active Adult Living Communities ............................................................. 51Assisted Living Residences ........................................................................ 51Continuing Care Retirement Communities ............................................. 51Dementia Care Facilities/Units ................................................................. 52Nursing & Rehab Facilities ......................................................................... 53Personal Care Homes/Units ...................................................................... 53

Senior Centers ......................................................................................54Senior Services .....................................................................................54Service Organizations .........................................................................54Social Security News (Feature Article) ..............................................18Support Groups ....................................................................................55Tax Assistance .....................................................................................55Therapies ..............................................................................................56Transportation Services .......................................................................56Veterans Services ................................................................................58Volunteer Opportunities......................................................................58Weatherization Programs ...................................................................58Zip Codes .............................................................................................60


PROFILES

Carlisle Regional Medical Center is a 165-bed, full-service community hospital located in South Middleton Township. For close to 100 years, Carlisle Regional has served Carlisle and the surrounding communities with safe, quality, and compassionate healthcare. Our intense focus on safety along with customer service and patient care has created a unique healing environment. You will find our staff personable as we care for each patient the way we would want our loved ones to be cared for.

Carlisle Regional Medical Center361 Alexander Spring Road

Carlisle PA 17013(717) 249-1212

www.CarlisleRMC.com

Designated by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Cumberland County Aging & Community Services is mandated to provide coordinated services to county residents who are age 60 and older. Our goal is to provide programs and services that allow the older adult to maintain their health, welfare, and independence. Aging & Community Services is committed to providing excellence in meeting the needs of older citizens, their families, and the community in which they live.

Cumberland County Aging &Community Services

1100 Claremont Rd • Carlisle PA 17015(717) 240-6110 • (888) 697-0371 x6110

www.ccpa.net

Cumberland County Aging & Community

Services

Homeland Hospice provides the highest-quality care, dignity, and support at the end stages of life through a full complement of services addressing the whole person physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Using a team approach with highly trained and compassionate people, we work closely with loved ones serving as educator, resource, and support. Homeland Hospice is a service of Homeland Center, a CCRC featuring personal care suites and available skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and dementia care.

Homeland Hospice2300 Vartan Way, Suite 115, Harrisburg, PA 17110

(717) 221-7890www.homelandhospice.org

OSS Health is committed to providing high-quality orthopaedic care. From diagnosis and treatment to recovery and rehabilitation, OSS Health offers a comprehensive list of healthcare services. For your urgent orthopaedic needs, we offer quick access to care via our urgent care centers in Mechanicsburg and York seven days a week. If you need orthopaedic surgery, the physicians and staff at our award-winning specialty hospital provide an outstanding patient experience and surgical outcome with few complications.

OSS Health856 Century Drive, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

(717) 730-7099www.osshealth.com


http://www.CarlisleRMC.com

http://www.ccpa.net


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–– ACTIVE ADULT LIVING COMMUNITIES (SEE RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS) ––

–––––– ADULT DAY SERVICES –––––– The services may include but are not limited to personal care, assistance with eating or using the toilet, assistance with taking medication, and social assistance for the aging. Centers offer a protective, supervised setting and generally operate during normal business hours.

LIFE LUTHERAN SERVICES, INC. ........................................................ (717) 728-5433

LIFE TIME ADULT DAY CARE ............................................................. (717) 245-0413

MENNO HAVEN ELDER DAY CENTER ............................................... (717) 263-8545

–––––– ADVOCACY –––––– Organizations that promote the health, dignity, rights, and quality of life of seniors and the disabled.

AARP ................................................................................................. (888) 687-2277

AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION ................................................. (212) 549-2500

AMERICAN CIVIL RIGHTS INSTITUTE ................................................. (916) 444-2278

ARC OF CUMBERLAND & PERRY COUNTIES .................................... (717) 249-2611

BLINDNESS AND VISUAL SERVICES (BVS) ........................................ (866) 375-8264

BUREAU OF CONSUMER PROTECTION ........................................... (800) 441-2555

CENTER FOR ADVOCACY FOR THE RIGHTS AND INTERESTS OF THE ELDERLY (CARIE) ..................................................................(215) 545-5728; (800) 356-3606

CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING ................................................. (717) 731-1900

COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION – HARRISBURG .................... (717) 232-9757

CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES – PROTECTIVE SERVICES...................................................................... (717) 240-6110

CUMBERLAND COUNTY VICTIMS ASSISTANCE CENTER (CCPA) ........................................................................................................... (717) 240-6220

DISABILITY RIGHTS NETWORk OF PENNSYLVANIA ......................... (800) 692-7443 .................................................................................................(877) 375-7139 (TDD)

NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS (NAMI) ....................... (800) 223-0500


OFFICE FOR DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING (ODHHH) .................. (800) 233-3008 .................................................................................................V/TTY (717) 783-4912PA ADULT DAY SERVICES ASSOCIATION ........................................ (610) 527-4220PA ASSOCIATION OF AREA AGENCIES ON AGING – P4A ............ (717) 240-6110PA HOMECARE ASSOCIATION .......................................... (717) 975-9448, ExT. 28PA HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION ............................................ (717) 787-9780

PENNSYLVANIA LINk TO AGING AND DISABILITY RESOURCES ...(800) 753-8827Objective information and assistance to access services for older adults and for people of all ages who have disabilities.www.aging.pa.gov/local-resources/pa-link See our ad on this page.

–––––– ALCOHOL & SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES –––––– Organizations offering prevention, treatment, and recovery programs.

AMERICAN COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM ........................................ (800) 527-5344COMMON GROUND DETOx ............................................................ (888) 237-8984CRISIS INTERVENTION – CAMP HILL................................................. (717) 763-2222CRISIS INTERVENTION – CARLISLE ................................................... (717) 243-6005

Are you on Medicare and with limited income?You may be eligible to receive extra help to pay for your Medicare premiums and your prescription drug costs!

Contact us for more information.

Phone:1-800-783-7067

Phone:1-800-753-8827

APPRISE is a free health insurance counseling programfor Medicare beneficiaries thatis designed to provide objective,

easy-to-understandinformation about Medicare,

Medicare Supplemental Insurance, and Medicaid.

The Pennsylvania Link to Agingand Disability Resources is a

free service that providesobjective information and

assistance to access community-based services and supports forolder adults and for persons of

all ages with disabilities.www.aging.pa.gov/aging-services/insurance www.aging.pa.gov/local-resources/pa-link

http://www.aging.pa.gov/local-resources/pa-link


http://www.aging.pa.gov/aging-services/insurance



CUMBERLAND/PERRY DRUG & ALCOHOL COMMISSION CARLISLE .................................................................. (717) 240-6300 ALL OTHER AREAS ................................................... (866) 240-6300 NATIONAL COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM & DRUG DEPENDENCY... (800) 622-2255ROxBURY DETOx .............................................................................. (800) 648-4673SALVATION ARMY ADULT REHAB CENTER ...................................... (717) 541-0203

–– ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA CARE (SEE RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS) ––

–– APARTMENTS (SEE HOUSING OPTIONS) ––

–––––– AREA AGENCY ON AGING ––––––Provides aging services and information on financial aid and local benefits programs in Cumberland County.

CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES .. (717) 240-6110An agency dedicated to providing programs and services that allow the older adult to maintain their health, welfare, and independence.1100 Claremont Road, Carlisle, PA 17015www.ccpa.net See our profile on page 5. See our ad on page 9.

–– ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCES (SEE RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS) ––

–––––– ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY/DEVICES –––––– These technologies and devices can make the lives of seniors and the disabled easier.

PENNSYLVANIA’S ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOUNDATION............................................................. (484) 674-0506 VOICE; (888) 744-1938 TTYPENNSYLVANIA’S INITIATIVE ON ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY (PIAT) ........................................................................................................... (800) 204-7428UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY ................................................................. (717) 737-3477

To be included in the next edition,please call (717) 770-0140

or email [email protected]

http://www.ccpa.net

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Cumberland County Aging & Community Services

An agency dedicated to providing programs and services that assist older adults in maintaining their health, welfare, and independence.

• APPRISE—Medicare&RelatedHealthInsuranceCounseling

• CaregiverSupport

• HomeandCommunity-BasedSupportServices

• InformationandReferral

• Long-TermLivingAssessments&CareManagement

• OlderAdultProtectiveServices

• Ombudsman

• SeniorCenters

• Transportation

• VolunteerOpportunities

...and much more!

Contact us at:717-240-6110 * 1-888-697-0371 x6110

1100 Claremont Rd * Carlisle PA 17015www.ccpa.net

http://www.ccpa.net


–––––– AUTISM SERVICES –––––– kEYSTONE HUMAN SERVICES ............................................(717) 232-7509Enhancing the human spirit through support to those with autism, intellectual disabilities, and mental illness. Children’s services and the Susquehanna Service Dogs program are also available.124 Pine Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101amoffitt@keystonehumanservices.orgwww.keystonehumanservices.org

–––––– CARE ASSESSMENT SERVICES –––––– Looks at a person’s needs and works with them to find the best methods to provide care, support, and specialized services.

CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES (CCPA) ........................................................................................................... (717) 240-6110

–––––– CAREGIVER ASSISTANCE –––––– CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES (CCPA) ........................................................................................................... (717) 240-6110

FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT PROGRAM (CUMBERLAND COUNTY) ........................................................................................................... (717) 240-6100

–––––– CLOTHING –––––– CARING CLOSET – WEST SHORE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH ..... (717) 697-0226

CARLISLE BRETHREN IN CHRIST CHURCH ........................................ (717) 243-1863

CUMBERLAND COUNTY ASSISTANCE .............................................. (717) 240-2700

CUMBERLAND VALLEY ANIMAL SHELTER THRIFT SHOP ................... (717) 477-8025

GOODWILL – LEMOYNE .................................................................. (717) 737-6134

MECHANICSBURG .................................................... (717) 691-3699

SALVATION ARMY – CAMP HILL ...................................................... (717) 731-0576

SALVATION ARMY – CARLISLE ......................................................... (717) 249-1411

SHINING LIGHT THRIFT SHOP ............................................................ (717) 234-2436

TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH .............................................. (717) 532-7606


http://www.keystonehumanservices.org

The help caregivers need to care for themselves

and others!Caring with joy; aging with dignity

Features:• Directory of

Providers• Books and

Resources• Support

Organizations• Articles

Also online atwww.BusinessWomanPA.com

Call for your free copy today!717.285.1350

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–––––– COMMUNITY SERVICES ––––––MESSIAH LIFEWAYS CONNECTIONS ..................................(717) 591-7223Connections members join together to age in place with social and volunteer opportunities, access to trusted vendors, transportation, and more.100 Mt. Allen Drive, Mechanicsburg, PA [email protected]/Connections See our ad on facing page.

–––––– CONSUMER PROTECTION/COMPLAINTS –––––– CONSUMER COMPLAINTS ............................................................... (800) 782-1110CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION ................................ (800) 638-2772DISABILITY RIGHTS NETWORk OF PA ............................................... (800) 692-7443ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY ....................................... (800) 424-9346EqUIFAx FRAUD ALERT ..................................................................... (888) 766-0008ExPERIAN FRAUD ALERT ................................................................... (888) 397-3742FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION ........................................................ (202) 326-2232 MEDICARE/MEDICAID FRAUD ......................................................... (800) 447-8477NEIGHBORHOOD DISPUTE ............................................................... (800) 324-4453OFFICE FOR CONSUMER ADVOCATE ............................................. (800) 684-6560OFFICE FOR DISPUTE RESOLUTION ................................................... (800) 992-4334PA BUREAU OF CONSUMER PROTECTION ....................................... (800) 441-2555PA DEPARTMENT OF BANkING & SECURITIES ................................. (800) 722-2657PA HUMAN RELATIONS ................................................................... (717) 787-4410qUALITY INSIGHTS OF PENNSYLVANIA ........................................... (877) 346-6180 TRANSUNION FRAUD ALERT ............................................................. (800) 680-7289USPS CUSTOMER SERVICE ................................................................ (800) 275-8777USPS MAIL FRAUD ............................................................................. (877) 876-2455USPS STAMPS BY MAIL ...................................................................... (800) 782-6724WELFARE FRAUD ............................................................................... (800) 932-0582

— CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES (SEE RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS) ––


http://www.MessiahLifeways.org/Connections


–––––– COUNSELING SERVICES –––––– ADVANTAGE CREDIT COUNSELING SERVICES ............................... (888) 511-2227ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS ........................................................... (717) 234-5390ARC OF CUMBERLAND & PERRY COUNTIES .................................... (717) 249-2611CHRISTIAN SERVICES COUNSELING CENTER .................................. (717) 249-7410CRISIS INTERVENTION ....................................................................... (800) 273-8255CUMBERLAND COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION..................... (717) 532-8611 CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES (CCPA) ................................................... (717) 240-6110CUMBERLAND LINk TO AGING & DISABILITY RESOURCES ............. (717) 240-7887DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE ....................................................... (800) 852-2102FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT (CCPA) ........................................... (717) 240-6100OMBUDSMAN SERVICES (CCPA) .................................................... (717) 240-6110 PA COUNSELING SERVICES (CCPA) ............................................... (717) 240-6110SALVATION ARMY – CAMP HILL ...................................................... (717) 731-0576SALVATION ARMY – CARLISLE ......................................................... (717) 249-1411

In addition to providing traditional home care services like assistance with activities of daily living or companionship, Messiah Lifeways At Home also offers:

• Lifeline Auto Alert Emergency Call System• Medication monitoring• Home organization• Housekeeping• Grocery shopping and meal preparation• Transportation and more!

Messiah Lifeways At Home

Learn more at MessiahLifeways.org/AtHome or call 717.790.8209



SOUTHERN COMMUNITY SERVICES ................................................. (717) 227-0048THE WARM LINE ................................................................................ (877) 243-7153

–– DEMENTIA CARE FACILITIES/UNITS (SEE RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS) ––

–––––– DENTAL SERVICES –––––– DENTAL CARE FOR SENIORS (CCPA) .............................................. (717) 240-6110DENTAL LIFELINE NETWORk (PA) ...................................................... (724) 568-4343DENTAL SERVICES THROUGH MEDICAL ASSISTANCE ..................... (800) 692-7462

–––––– DISABILITY SERVICES –––––– ACqUIRED BRAIN INjURY NETWORk OF PA ................................... (800) 516-8052UNITED DISABILITIES SERVICES (UDS).............................................. (888) UDS-4235

–––––– DOMESTIC VIOLENCE –––––– BATTERED WOMEN’S jUSTICE PROjECT ........................................... (800) 903-0111CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES – PROTECTIVE SERVICES ........................................................................................... (717) 240-6110CUMBERLAND COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY VICTIM SERVICES DIVISION ............................................................. (717) 240-6220NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE ..................................... (800) 799-7233 .................................................................................................. (800) 787-3224 (TTY)NATIONAL ELDER ABUSE HOTLINE ................................................... (800) 490-8505OLDER ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES (CCPA) ................................ (717) 240-6110PENNSYLVANIA ADDRESS CONFIDENTIALITY PROGRAM (ACP) .......................................................................(800) 563-6399; (877) 349-1064 (TTY)PENNSYLVANIA COALITION AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ....... (800) 932-4632PENNSYLVANIA COALITION AGAINST RAPE (YWCA) .... (888) 727-2877 HOTLINEPROTECTION FROM ABUSE (PFA) (CCPA) ...................................... (800) 852-2102 PROTECTIVE SERVICES (CCPA) ......................................... (800) 852-2102 HOTLINE ...........................................................................................(717) 258-4806 BUSINESSRAPE, ABUSE & INCEST NATIONAL NETWORk (RAINN) .................. (800) 656-4673


–––––– EMERGENCY –––––– AMERICAN RED CROSS, CUMBERLAND COUNTY CHAPTER .......... (717) 243-5211CARLISLE CARES ............................................................................... (717) 249-1009CRISIS INTERVENTION – CUMBERLAND & PERRY COUNTIES .......... (717) 763-2222CUMBERLAND COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (CCPA)....... (717) 240-6110CUMBERLAND COUNTY DRUG & ALCOHOL COMMISSION (CCPA) ................................................................................(717) 240-6300; (866) 240-6300 EMERGENCY SHELTER ..................................................... (888) 697-0371, ExT. 6110HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT: EMERGENCY SHELTER (CCPA) ...(717) 240-6110MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS INTERVENTION AND EMERGENCY SERVICES – CAMP HILL ................................................................ (717) 763-2222 CARLISLE ................................................................... (717) 243-6005 ALL OTHER AREAS ..................................................... (866) 350-4357 PENNSYLVANIA COALITION AGAINST RAPE (YWCA) .... (888) 727-2877 HOTLINEPCCD VICTIMS COMPENSATION PROGRAM ......(717) 705-0888; (800) 233-2339SAFE HARBOUR ................................................................................. (717) 249-2200SALVATION ARMY – CAMP HILL ...................................................... (717) 731-0576SALVATION ARMY – CARLISLE ......................................................... (717) 249-1411VICTIM SERVICES – CAMP HILL ........................................................ (717) 761-5599VICTIM SERVICES – CARLISLE ...............................(717) 240-6220; (888) 697-0371

–––––– EMPLOYMENT –––––– Training and services to help prepare you for the workforce.

AARP FOUNDATION SENIOR EMPLOYMENT ................................... (717) 234-5961AHEDD ............................................................................................... (717) 731-5485CAREERLINk ...................................................................................... (717) 243-4431COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION ............................................. (717) 232-9757CUMBERLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICES (CCPA) ............. (717) 240-6110CUMBERLAND/PERRY MENTAL HEALTH (CCPA) ............................. (866) 902-4333GOODWILL – CARLISLE ................................................................... (717) 249-0012GOODWILL – LEMOYNE .................................................................. (717) 737-6134



GOODWILL – MECHANICSBURG .................................................... (717) 635-2881

OFFICE OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION (OVR) ......................... (800) 762-6306

PATHSTONE ....................................................................................... (800) 888-6770

SALVATION ARMY, INC. .................................................................. (717) 249-1411

SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICES EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM, INC. (SCSEP) (CCPA) .............................................................................................. (717) 240-6100

SERVICE ACCESS MANAGEMENT (SAM) ........................................ (877) 236-4600

TICkET TO WORk PROGRAM ........................................................... (800) 442-6352

–––––– ENERGY ASSISTANCE –––––– $1 ENERGY FUND (DOLLAR ENERGY FUND) .................................... (800) 683-7036EVALUATION PROGRAM (CARES) ................................................... (800) 692-7380LOW-INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP) ................................................................................(866) 857-7095; (800) 991-0929LOW-INCOME USAGE REDUCTION PROGRAM (LIURP) ................. (800) 675-0222NATIONAL FUEL GAS BUSINESS OFFICE .......................................... (800) 365-3234NEW HOPE MINISTRIES ..................................................................... (717) 766-7333PATHSTONE ....................................................................................... (800) 888-6770PENNSYLVANIA OFFICE OF CONSUMER ADVOCATE .................... (800) 684-6560PENNSYLVANIA POWER COMPANY REACH HARDSHIP FUND ...... (800) 720-3600PENNSYLVANIA POWER & LIGHT (PPL) ONTRACk .......................... (800) 342-5775PEOPLES NATURAL GAS COMPANY ................................................ (800) 400-9276 PPL OPERATION HELP CUMBERLAND COUNTY: MECHANICSBURG & EAST – NEW HOPE MINISTRIES ...................... (717) 766-7333SOUTHERN COMMUNITY SERVICES ................................................. (717) 227-0048 TODD BAIRD LINDSEY FOUNDATION ............................................... (717) 486-4121UGI UTILITIES INC. – LOW-INCOME SELF-HELP PROGRAM (LISHP) ........................................................................................................... (800) 844-9276UGI UTILITIES INC. – OPERATION SHARE .......................................... (800) 962-1212UNITED WAY OF CARLISLE AND CUMBERLAND COUNTY .............. (717) 243-4805


–––––– EVENTS –––––– 50PLUS ExPOS .....................................................................(717) 285-1350The 50plus EXPOs are lively, one-day events that bring businesses and communities together on a more personal level. Look for 50plus EXPOs in Chester, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster (2), and York counties.3912 Abel Drive, Columbia, PA 17512www.50plusExpoPA.com See our ad on this page.

VETERANS’ ExPO AND jOB FAIR .......................................(717) 285-1350The Veterans’ Expo and Job Fair is a one-day event that supports our veteran and military community and their families. It provides access to information about benefits, products and services, and job opportunities available.3912 Abel Drive, Columbia, PA 17512www.VeteransExpo.com See our ad on page 57.

WOMEN’S ExPOS ...............................................................(717) 285-1350Premier women’s expos in the Susquehanna Valley featuring demonstrations, shopping, live makeovers, the latest in women’s health, a fashion show, and more!3912 Abel Drive, Columbia, PA 17512www.aGreatWayToSpendMyDay.com See our ad on this page.

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Social Security News

If You Can’t Work Due to a Disability, Social Security Can Help

By John Johnston

If you are disabled and you’re no longer able to work, you should learn how Social Security can help you.

Disability is something most people do not like to think about; however, the unfortunate reality is this: The chances that you will become disabled are probably far greater than you realize. Studies show that a 20-year-old worker has a more than one in four chance of becoming disabled before reaching retirement age.

Social Security pays benefits to people with disabilities through the Social Security disability insurance program, which is financed by Social Security taxes.

If you qualify, you can receive a monthly disability benefit from Social Security for as long as your disability keeps you from working.

The amount of your benefit is based on your average lifetime earnings. Potential Medicare coverage

is dependent on several factors and usually starts after you receive disability cash benefits for 24 months.

When you work and pay Social Security taxes, you earn credits. The number of credits you need to qualify

for disability benefits depends on your age, and some of the work must be recent.

For example, if you become disabled after age 31, you need to have worked at least a total of 10 years, including five of those having been worked within the past 10 years.

But if you become disabled before age 24, you need only 1.5 years of work in the past three years.

If you have a disability that keeps you from working, the time to get started with your application is now.

That’s because it takes time to determine whether you qualify for benefits. It usually takes about three to five months for a medical decision from the state agency that evaluates your condition.

If your application is approved,


your first Social Security disability payment will be made for the sixth full month after the date we determine that your disability began.

Given the time it can take, it’s in your best interest to do everything you can to speed up the process. The best first step is for you to read our online publication, Disability Benefits, at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs. It will tell you all about the process, including the information you will need to apply for benefits.

Then, take advantage of our online disability starter kits. You will find them on our disability website (www.socialsecurity.gov/disability).

From that page, simply select the option to apply for benefits online,

and on that page you will find the disability starter kits. There is one kit for children and one for adults. Each kit is available in both English and Spanish.

The starter kits help you begin the process by providing information about the specific documents and the information that we will request from you.

Once you complete the online disability starter kit and you’re ready to apply, the most convenient way to do that is also online. Just go to the same disability website (www.socialsecurity.gov/disability).

John Johnston is a Social Security public affairs specialist.

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–––––– EYE CARE SERVICES –––––– AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND ............................................... (800) 424-8666BUREAU OF BLINDNESS & VISUAL SERVICES ........(866) 375-8264; (717) 787-7500CARLISLE LIONS CLUB ...................................................................... (717) 609-6539NEW EYES FOR THE NEEDY ............................................................... (973) 376-4903PA ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND ................................................... (717) 766-2020SENIORS EYECARE PROGRAM ......................................................... (800) 222-3937VISION RESOURCES OF CENTRAL PA .............................................. (717) 238-2531

–––––– FINANCIAL SERVICES –––––– • EMERGENCY •

AMERICAN RED CROSS (CARLISLE) ................................................ (717) 243-5211 CUMBERLAND COUNTY ASSISTANCE OFFICE CARLISLE .................................................................. (717) 240-2700 ALL OTHER AREAS ................................................... (800) 269-0173NEW HOPE MINISTRIES ..................................................................... (717) 766-7333PA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WELFARE ............................................ (800) 692-7462SALVATION ARMY ............................................................................ (717) 249-1411SAMARITAN FELLOWSHIP ................................................................. (717) 243-7338 SOCIAL SECURITY – CARLISLE .......................................................... (866) 635-0507TODD BAIRD LINDSEY FOUNDATION ............................................... (717) 486-4121

–––––– FITNESS –––––– kEYSTONE STATE GAMES ................................................................. (570) 823-3164YMCA – CAMP HILL .......................................................................... (717) 737-9622YWCA – CARLISLE ............................................................................ (717) 243-3818YMCA – CARLISLE FAMILY ............................................................. (717) 243-2525

–––––– FOOD/NUTRITION –––––– • EduCAtiON/COuNsEliNG •

THE FAMILY HEALTH COUNCIL OF CENTRAL PA ............................. (717) 761-7380


• fOOd bANks/PANtRiEs •5 LOAVES FOOD PANTRY ................................................................. (717) 737-1903BIG SPRING AREA FOOD BANk ....................................................... (717) 422-4603BRIDGE FOOD PANTRY ..................................................................... (717) 774-6255CHRISTIAN LIFE FOOD BANk ........................................................... (717) 737-6560CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES (CCPA) ........................................................................................................... (717) 240-6110MOUNT HOLLY SPRINGS FOOD BANk ............................................. (717) 486-3239NEW HOPE MINISTRIES ..................................................................... (717) 766-7333PROjECT S.H.A.R.E. ........................................................................... (717) 249-7773 SALVATION ARMY CARLISLE ........................................................... (717) 249-1411SOUTHERN COMMUNITY SERVICES ................................................. (717) 227-0048ST. FRANCIS SOUP kITCHEN ............................................................. (717) 236-4506

• fOOd stAMPs • CUMBERLAND COUNTY ASSISTANCE OFFICE ............................... (717) 240-2700 PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WELFARE ....................... (800) 692-7462

• MEAls ON whEEls • CARLISLE ........................................................................................... (717) 245-0707EAST PENNSBORO/MECHANICSBURG ............................................ (717) 697-5011SHIPPENSBURG ................................................................................. (717) 261-6615WEST SHORE ...................................................................................... (717) 737-3942

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CAMP HILL BOROUGH ..................................................................... (717) 737-3456CARLISLE BOROUGH ........................................................................ (717) 249-4422COOkE TOWNSHIP ........................................................................... (717) 486-8114DICkINSON TOWNSHIP .................................................................... (717) 486-7424EAST PENNSBORO TOWNSHIP .......................................................... (717) 732-0711



HAMPDEN TOWNSHIP ...................................................................... (717) 761-0119HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP ...................................................................... (717) 423-6582LEMOYNE BOROUGH ....................................................................... (717) 737-6843LOWER ALLEN TOWNSHIP ................................................................. (717) 975-7575LOWER FRANkFORD TOWNSHIP ...................................................... (717) 243-0855LOWER MIFFLIN TOWNSHIP .............................................................. (717) 776-6121MECHANICSBURG BOROUGH ......................................................... (717) 691-3310MIDDLESEx TOWNSHIP ..................................................................... (717) 249-4409MONROE TOWNSHIP ........................................................................ (717) 258-6642MT. HOLLY SPRINGS BOROUGH....................................................... (717) 486-7613NEW CUMBERLAND BOROUGH ....................................................... (717) 774-0404NEWBURG BOROUGH ...................................................................... (717) 423-0050NEWVILLE BOROUGH ....................................................................... (717) 776-7633NORTH MIDDLETON TOWNSHIP ....................................................... (717) 243-8550NORTH NEWTON TOWNSHIP ............................................................ (717) 776-7665PENN TOWNSHIP ............................................................................... (717) 486-3104SHIPPENSBURG BOROUGH .............................................................. (717) 532-2147SHIPPENSBURG TOWNSHIP ............................................................... (717) 532-7137SHIREMANSTOWN BOROUGH.......................................................... (717) 761-4169SILVER SPRING TOWNSHIP ............................................................... (717) 766-0178SOUTH MIDDLETON TOWNSHIP ........................................................ (717) 258-5324SOUTH NEWTON TOWNSHIP ............................................................. (717) 530-7626SOUTHAMPTON TOWNSHIP .............................................................. (717) 532-9646UPPER ALLEN TOWNSHIP .................................................................. (717) 766-0756UPPER FRANkFORD TOWNSHIP ........................................................ (717) 776-3117UPPER MIFFLIN TOWNSHIP ................................................................ (717) 776-5949WEST PENNSBORO TOWNSHIP ......................................................... (717) 243-8220WORMLEYSBURG BOROUGH ............................................................ (717)763-4483


• COuNtY •CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES (CCPA) ........................................................................................................... (717) 240-6110REGISTER OF WILLS ........................................................................... (717) 240-6345VETERANS AFFAIRS ........................................................................... (717) 240-6178

• stAtE •LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE BUREAU .................................................... (717) 787-4223PENNDOT .....................................................(800) 932-4600; (800) 228-0676 (TDD)PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF AGING ...................................... (717) 783-1550

• fEdERAl •NATIONAL PASSPORT INFORMATION CENTER................................ (877) 487-2778U.S. State Department 24-hour automated appointment system.

PRESIDENTIAL COMMENT LINE .....................(202) 456-1111; (202) 456-6213 (TTY)SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION ...........(800) 772-1213; (800) 325-0778 (TTY)U.S. ADMINISTRATION ON AGING .................................................. (202) 401-4541U.S CAPITOL ...................................................................................... (202) 224-3121Senate and House of Representatives switchboard.

U.S. CITIZENSHIP & IMMIGRATION ..............(800) 375-5283; (800) 767-1833 (TDD)

–––––– HEALTH RESOURCES –––––– ALS ASSOCIATION (LOU GEHRIG’S DISEASE) ................................. (800) 782-4747

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION OF PA ......................(717) 651-5020; (800) 272-3900

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION ON INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ....................................................................................... (202) 387-1968

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY ........................................................ (800) 227-2345

AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION .............................................. (888) 342-2383

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION CAPITAL REGION DIVISION ..... (800) 242-8721

AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION .................................................... (800) 548-8252

APPRISE ............................................................................................. (717) 240-6110



ARC OF CUMBERLAND & PERRY COUNTIES .................................... (717) 249-2611ARC OF THE UNITED STATES ............................................................. (800) 433-5255ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION .................................................................. (800) 776-0746 COMMISSION ON ACCREDITATION OF REHABILITATION FACILITIES (CARF) ............................................................................................... (888) 281-6531 COMMUNITY CHECk-UP HARRISBURG ........................................... (717) 233-1700CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES (CCPA) ........................................................................................................... (717) 240-6110CUMBERLAND COUNTY DRUG & ALCOHOL COMMISSION .......... (717) 240-6300CUMBERLAND COUNTY STATE HEALTH CLINIC – MENTAL HEALTH & INTELLECTUAL DEVELOPMENT DISABILITIES PROGRAM .................. (717) 240-6320

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EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA ................... (800) 336-0301

FAMILY LIFE SERVICES ...................................................................... (717) 795-0330

INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES PROGRAM ............................................ (717) 240-6320

INTERNATIONAL RETT SYNDROME FOUNDATION ........................... (800) 818-7388

kEYSTONE HEALTH CENTER – FAMILY PRACTICE ............................ (717) 263-4313

kEYSTONE HEALTH CENTER – HIV/AIDS ........................................... (717) 709-7907

kIDNEY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL PA .......................................... (717) 652-8123

LEUkEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY .......................(717) 652-6520; (800) 822-2873

LUPUS FOUNDATION OF PENNSYLVANIA ...................................... (800) 800-5776

MEDICAL LOAN CLOSET: GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ... (717) 763-7632

MISSION OF MERCY ......................................................................... (717) 642-9062

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS FOUNDATION................................................. (888) 673-6287

NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS (NAMI) ....................... (800) 950-6264

NATIONAL ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER ASSOCIATION ............. (800) 939-1019

NATIONAL COUNCIL ON INDEPENDENT LIVING ............................ (877) 525-3400

THE NATIONAL DOWN SYNDROME SOCIETY .................................. (800) 221-4602

NATIONAL HEALTH INFORMATION CENTER .................................... (240) 453-8280

NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA ............................................ (800) 969-6642

PA TOURETTE SYNDROME ALLIANCE, INC. ...................................... (800) 990-3300

PENNSYLVANIA MEDICAL SOCIETY ................................................ (800) 228-7823

PENNSYLVANIA’S SERVICE NETWORk FOR AUTISM AND INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES (PAR) ............................................................................ (717) 236-2374

SHIPPENSBURG COMMUNITY NURSE ............................................... (717) 530-7900

SPINA BIFIDA ASSOCIATION ........................................................... (800) 621-3141

UCP OF SOUTH CENTRAL PA, INC. .......................(717) 632-5552; (800) 333-3873

UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY (UCP) ....................................................... (800) 872-5827UNITED SPINAL ASSOCIATION ......................................................... (800) 404-2898



–––––– HEALTHCARE ––––––CARLISLE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER ............................(717) 249-1212For almost 100 years, Carlisle Regional Medical Center has served Carlisle and the surrounding communities with safe, quality, and compassionate healthcare.361 Alexander Spring Road, Carlisle, PA 17013www.CarlisleRMC.com See our profile on page 5. See our ad on the back page.

HOLY SPIRIT – A GEISINGER AFFILIATE ..............................(717) 763-2100 Holy Spirit – A Geisinger Affiliate is a community Catholic health system dedicated to providing high-quality, ethically guided healthcare.503 North 21st Street, Camp Hill, PA 17011www.hsh.org See our ad on facing page.

• fiNANCiAl AssistANCE • CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES .. (717) 240-6110An agency dedicated to providing programs and services that allow the older adult to maintain their health, welfare, and independence.1100 Claremont Road, Carlisle, PA 17015www.ccpa.net See our profile on page 5. See our ad on page 9.

CUMBERLAND COUNTY ASSISTANCE OFFICE ................................ (717) 240-2700LIHEAP – CUMBERLAND COUNTY ASSISTANCE OFFICE ................. (717) 240-2700 MEDICAID ......................................................................................... (800) 537-8862MEDICARE......................................................................................... (800) 647-8089NATIONAL HEALTH INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICE .............. (240) 453-8280NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING ..................................................... (800) 222-2225PACE/PACENET AND PACE PLUS MEDICARE PROGRAMS ............ (800) 225-7223PENNSYLVANIA DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES COUNCIL .......................................................................(717) 787-6057; (717) 705-0819 (TTY)SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION ...........(800) 772-1213; (800) 325-0778 (TTY)VETERANS HEALTH CARE BENEFITS .................................................. (800) 409-8771

• wAivER PROGRAMs • Waivers offer an array of services and benefits such as choice of qualified providers, due process, and health and safety assurances.

ADULT AUTISM WAIVER .................................................................... (866) 539-7689Provides long-term services and support to the specific needs of adults age 21 or older with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD).


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AGING WAIVER .....................................................(717) 240-6110; (800) 697-0371A long-term living program that provides older Pennsylvanians the help they need to live independently in their homes or community.

AIDS WAIVER .................................................................................... (866) 286-3636For individuals 21 years of age or older who have symptomatic HIV disease.

ATTENDANT CARE WAIVER/ACT 150 ............................................... (866) 286-3636Available to Pennsylvania residents age 18 through 59 who are mentally alert but have physical disabilities.

COMMCARE WAIVER ...................................................................... (866) 286-3636For individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).

CONSOLIDATED WAIVER FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES ........................................................................................................... (800) 692-7462For individuals with an intellectual disability. Designed to help them live more independently by providing a variety of services that promote community living.

INDEPENDENCE WAIVER .................................................................. (866) 286-3636For adults with severe disability. May help them live or remain in the community and live as independently as possible.

LIFE (LIVING INDEPENDENCE FOR THE ELDERLY) ............................ (866) 286-3636A federal program that helps adults 55 and over meets their health care needs in the community.

OBRA WAIVER .................................................................................. (866) 286-3636Covers services available for Pennsylvania residents age 18 to 59 with severe developmental physical disability to remain as independent as possible.

OPTIONS PROGRAM ....................................................................... (717) 240-6110An array of community-based long-term care provided by the Area Agency on Aging to help consumers function at optimal level while remaining the most appropriate setting.

PA INDEPENDENT ENROLLMENT BROkER ........................................ (877) 550-4227A contracted statewide entity that facilitates and streamlines the eligibility/enrollment process for applicants seeking services.

PERSON/FAMILY DIRECTED SUPPORT WAIVER ................................ (800) 692-7462Designed to help persons with developmental disabilities live more independently in their homes and communities and provides a variety of services that promotes community living, including self-directed service models and traditional, agency-based service models.


–––––– HEARING SERVICES –––––– BETTER HEARING INSTITUTE ............................................................... (202) 449-1100BUREAU OF BLINDNESS & VISUAL SERVICES ................................... (800) 622-2842 .................................................................................................. (866) 830-7327 (TTY)CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING OF CENTRAL PA ...................... (800) 323-6060 HEAR NOW ........................................................................................ (800) 648-4327HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA ................................. (301) 657-2248NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF THE DEAF ......................................... (301) 587-1788 .................................................................................................. (301) 587-1789 (TTY)NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON DEAFNESS ................................................ (800) 241-1044 .................................................................................................. (800) 241-1055 (TTY)OFFICE OF DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING .................................... (800) 233-3008; .............................................................................................. (717) 783-4912 (V/TTY)PA SOCIETY FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE DEAF ...................... (570) 309-0087PENNSYLVANIA RELAY .................................................... DIAL 711; (800) 692-7380SERTOMA .......................................................................................... (800) 593-5646

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Health Matters

Caregivers Can Take Stepsto Prevent Depression

Throughout the country, family members and friends provide practical assistance and enhance the quality of life for disabled, ill, or frail seniors who might otherwise require residential long-term care. Typically, the caregivers are women.

The caregiving role can be physically, psychologically, emotionally, and financially demanding. While a certain degree of stress is inevitable, when left unchecked it can lead to the caregiver becoming run down or “burnt out.” Depression can be one result.

If you are a caregiver, consider the following strategies for keeping stress manageable and reducing your risk of developing clinical depression.

• Accept the reality of your relative’s illness so you can appropriately plan for the future.

• Learn as much as possible about the illness and its management, and educate family and friends.

• Keep positive. Focus on what your relative can rather than what they can’t do and on your strengths and successes as a caregiver.

• Do things that bring inner peace,

such as meditating, praying, reading, writing in a journal, or listening to music.

• Develop a calming ritual to help you unwind at the end of the day.

• Look after your health: eat nutritious meals, get adequate rest, exercise, and see your primary physician regularly.

• Stay connected to people whose company you enjoy.

• Simplify your life. Set priorities and don’t waste time or energy on unimportant things.

• If finances permit, hire a housecleaning service or a personal support worker or companion for your relative to free up some of your time and energy for self-care.

• Be flexible about plans and expectations. Take things one day at a time.

• Give yourself permission to feel all of the emotions that surface, including resentment and frustration. Remind yourself that you are doing your best and are only human.

• Don’t keep problems to yourself — seek support from a relative, friend,

Lisa M. Petsche


clergy member, or counselor. Or join a caregiver support group.

• Accept offers of help. Ask other family members to share the load and be specific about what you need.

• Get information about community support services and take full advantage of them. Information can be obtained from your local office on aging.

Depression: An OverviewContrary to a long-held, popular

belief, depression does not stem from personal weakness, and the depressed individual cannot “buck up” or “snap out of it.” Clinical or major depression is a medical illness that requires professional treatment.

There is considerable variation among individuals in terms of the constellation and severity of emotional, mental, and physical symptoms that are exhibited. The most common symptoms are:

• Weight loss or gain

• A change in sleep patterns

• Feeling tired or lacking energy

• Noticeable slowing of movements, speech, or thinking

• Feeling guilty, incapable, unlovable, or hopeless

• Lacking interest in activities that normally bring enjoyment

• Withdrawal from social contact

• Preoccupation with death or recurring thoughts of suicide

If thoughts of self-harm or harming the care receiver occur, help should be sought immediately through community crisis resources.

If any of the other symptoms listed above persist for more than a few weeks and interfere with your ability to carry out daily activities, make an appointment to see your primary-care physician.

Depending on the severity of symptoms, treatment may involve counseling, medication, or a combination of the two. The sooner help is obtained for depression, the easier it is to treat.

Lisa M. Petsche is a social worker and a freelance writer specializing in boomer and senior health matters. She has personal and professional experience with elder care.



–––––– HOME CARE SERVICES –––––– Medical and non-medical services to qualified individuals in their home or in another community-based setting. Pennsylvania requires that all home care agencies and registries be licensed.

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BAYADA HOME HEALTH CARE ..........................................(717) 652-1130Bayada provides private-duty nursing or home health aide services to help clients remain safe and independent at home.4807 Jonestown Road, Suite 254, Harrisburg, PA 17109www.Bayada.com

BENEVOLENT HEART ASSISTED LIVING ............................................ (717) 489-1700BETHANY VILLAGE AT HOME .............................................(717) 591-8332We offer customized personal care, housekeeping, companionship, and transportation services for adults 55+ in Mechanicsburg, Pa., and surrounding communities. Care given with respect and dignity while maximizing independence.5225 Wilson Lane, Mechanicsburg, PA [email protected]

BETRA IN-HOME CARE ..................................................................... (717) 258-3881CAPITAL HOME CARE FOR SENIORS ............................................... (717) 737-5128CELTIC HEALTHCARE ........................................................................ (877) 421-0917CHRISTIAN COMPANION SENIOR CARE ......................................... (717) 242-2273COMFORT CARE OF HOLY SPIRIT HOME HEALTH ........................... (717) 972-4663COMFORT kEEPERS .......................................................................... (717) 386-5103COUNTRY MEADOWS OF WEST SHORE ........................................... (717) 737-4028CUMBERLAND CROSSINGS RETIREMENT COMMUNITY .................. (717) 245-9941DIGNITY AT HOME, LLC .................................................................... (717) 477-0001

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ELLA HOME CARE ...............................................................(717) 963-7280Remain independent with a little extra help. Services include: personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia support, and respite for families.Serving Cumberland and Northern York [email protected]

GRISWOLD HOME CARE .................................................................. (717) 940-4467

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HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE .................................... (717) 241-2273 (CARLISLE) ...............................................(717) 731-9984 (CUMBERLAND & PERRY COUNTIES)HOME SWEET HOME ......................................................................... (717) 677-7915INTREPID USA HOME HEALTH SERVICES (LEMOYNE) ...................... (717) 545-1910

jENNICARE HOME HEALTH SERVICES ...............................(717) 545-4853Tender care delivered at home. Our compassionate staff provides high-quality skilled and non-medical care, a family focus, and a cost-effective rate.4811 Jonestown Road, Suite 228, Harrisburg, PA [email protected]. jennicarehhs.com

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MESSIAH LIFEWAYS AT HOME ............................................(717) 790-8209Messiah Lifeways at Home offers in-home care, housekeeping, grocery shopping, transportation, companionship, emergency response systems, and more.100 Mt. Allen Drive, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055Life@ MessiahLifeways.orgwww.MessiahLifeways.org/AtHome See our ad on page 13.

SENIOR HELPERS .................................................................(717) 920-0707Non-medical home care. No minimum hours of service. Age in place comfortably and with dignity. Caregivers are bonded, insured employees.3806 Market Street, Suite 3, Camp Hill, PA 17011www.seniorhelpers.com/harrisburg

SYNERGY HOME CARE ..................................................................... (717) 243-5473UCP CENTRAL PA .............................................................................. (717) 737-3477

–––––– HOME IMPROVEMENTS –––––– Funds are offered to income-eligible homeowners, especially low-income persons, the elderly, persons with disabilities, families with children, and high residential-energy users, to reduce energy costs.

COMMONWEALTH OF PA – DEPT. OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT .................................................................................. (717) 787-3003CUMBERLAND COUNTY HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ........................................................................................................... (717) 249-1315WARMWISE: AUDITS & REBATES ....................................................... (866) 956-0308WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM .................................... (800) 451-9869WEATHERIZATION PROGRAMS ........................................................ (866) 466-3972

–––––– HOMELESS SERVICES –––––– BETHESDA MISSION – MEN’S SHELTER.............................................. (717) 257-4440BETHESDA MISSION – WOMEN & CHILDREN’S SHELTER .................. (717) 257-4447CARLISLE CARES HOMELESS SHELTER AND RESOURCE CENTER .... (717) 249-1009CUMBERLAND COUNTY HOMELESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ........ (888) 697-0371 .................. (717) 240-6117 (LAST NAMES A-I); (717) 240-6112 (LAST NAMES j-Z)

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FAMILY PROMISE OF HARRISBURG CAPITAL REGION, LEMOYNE ... (717) 737-1100SAFE HARBOUR ................................................................................. (717) 249-2200SALVATION ARMY – GENESIS HOUSE (MEN’S) SHELTER ................. (717) 249-1411SALVATION ARMY – STUART HOUSE (WOMEN & CHILDREN’S) SHELTER ........................................................................................................... (717) 249-1411VETERAN HOMELESS SERVICES ........................................................ (717) 234-7931

–––––– HOSPICE SERVICES –––––– Provides comfort and support to patients and their families when a life-limiting illness no longer responds to cure-oriented treatments.

COMPASSIONATE CARE HOSPICE .................................................. (717) 944-4466GENTIVA HOSPICE ........................................................................... (717) 612-1200

HEARTLAND HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE, & I.V. SERVICES ...(800) 830-9750Heartland proudly provides home health and hospice care wherever you consider home. Call anytime — we’re available when you need us.1200 Walnut Bottom Road, Suite 302, Carlisle, PA 17015www.heartlandhospice.comwww.heartlandhomehealth.com

HOMELAND HOSPICE .........................................................(717) 221-7890Homeland Hospice provides the highest level of care and support at the end stages of life while serving as a compassionate resource for families.2300 Vartan Way, Suite 115, Harrisburg, PA [email protected] See our ad on inside front. See our profile on page 5.

HORIZONS HOSPICE ......................................................................... (717) 730-6734HOSPICE OF CENTRAL PA ................................................................ (717) 241-0014

–––––– HOSPITALS –––––– CARLISLE REGIONAL CANCER CENTER ........................................... (717) 960-3750

CARLISLE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER ............................(717) 249-1212For almost 100 years, Carlisle Regional Medical Center has served Carlisle and the surrounding communities with safe, quality, and compassionate healthcare.361 Alexander Spring Road, Carlisle, PA 17013www.CarlisleRMC.com See our profile on page 5. See our ad on the back page.

http://www.heartlandhospice.com

http://www.heartlandhomehealth.com





HEALTHSOUTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL OF MECHANICSBURG ........................................................(717) 691-3700Providing a higher level of rehabilitation for recovery from an illness, injury, or surgery. Services include physical, occupational, and speech therapy.175 Lancaster Boulevard, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055www.healthsouthpa.com See our ad on page 56.

HOLY SPIRIT HOSPITAL ...................................................................... (717) 763-2100OSS ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL ......................................................... (717) 718-2000

–––––– HOTLINES –––––– AARP ................................................................................................. (888) 687-2277ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS ........................................................... (717) 422-4888ALZHEIMER’S HELPLINE ..................................................................... (800) 272-3900AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY INFORMATION CENTER ................. (800) 227-2345AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION .............................................. (800) 342-2383AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION ................................................... (800) 242-8721AMERICAN LIVER FOUNDATION...................................................... (800) 465-4837AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION .................................................... (800) 586-4872AMERICAN PARkINSON’S DISEASE ASSOCIATION ........................ (800) 223-2732AMERICAN STROkE ASSOCIATION ................................................. (888) 478-7653ASTHMA & ALLERGY FOUNDATION OF AMERICA .......................... (800) 727-8462BUREAU OF CONSUMER PROTECTION ............................................ (800) 441-2555CDC NATIONAL STD AND AIDS HOTLINE ........................................ (800) 232-4636CONSOLIDATED CREDIT DEBT MANAGEMENT ............................... (800) 685-2706CONSUMER CREDIT COUNSELING SERVICE ................................... (888) 511-2227CROHN’S & COLITIS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA, INC. ................. (800) 343-3637CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES .......... (717) 240-6110CUMBERLAND COUNTY RAPE CRISIS HOTLINE (YWCA) ................ (888) 727-2877DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WELFARE (ENERGY ASSISTANCE) ........... (800) 692-7462ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY ....................................... (800) 424-9346

http://www.healthsouthpa.com


ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY EMERGENCY ................ (800) 438-2474FOOD SAFETY MEAT & POULTRY HOTLINE ....................................... (800) 535-4555HEARING AID HELP LINE ................................................................... (800) 521-5247 HOUSING DISCRIMINATION ............................................................ (800) 669-9777 INSURANCE INFORMATION INSTITUTE ............................................. (800) 331-9146IRS ...................................................................................................... (800) 829-1040kIDNEY FOUNDATION HELPLINE ...................................................... (800) 622-9010LINk TO AGING & DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER .......................... (866) 286-3636MEDICAID ......................................................................................... (800) 537-8862MEDICARE......................................................................................... (800) 647-8089NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE ......................................................... (800) 422-6237NATIONAL HEADACHE FOUNDATION ............................................. (800) 843-2256NATIONAL HEALTH INFORMATION PROGRAM ............................... (800) 336-4797NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING ..................................................... (800) 222-2225NATIONAL PARkINSON’S FOUNDATION ......................................... (800) 327-4545NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION ........................................... (800) 368-5642NURSE AID REGISTRY ........................................................................ (800) 852-0518NURSING HOME COMPLAINTS ........................................................ (800) 254-5164ORGAN DONATION ......................................................................... (800) 528-2971PA CRIME STOPPERS ......................................................................... (800) 472-8477PA STATE HEALTH LINE ...................................................................... (877) 724-3258PACE ................................................................................................. (800) 225-7223PENNDOT .......................................................................................... (800) 932-4600PROPERTY TAx/RENT REBATE ........................................................... (888) 222-9190PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION BUREAU OF CONSUMER SERVICES (800) 782-1110RADON HOTLINE ............................................................................... (800) 237-2366RECYCLING....................................................................................... (800) 346-4242SOCIAL SECURITY INFORMATION ................................................... (800) 772-1213



STROkE & NEUROLOGICAL INFORMATION .................................... (800) 352-9424TOBACCO qUITLINE ......................................................................... (800) 784-8669U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ....................................... (800) 827-1000U.S. PRODUCTS SAFETY COMMISSION ............................................ (800) 638-2772WELFARE FRAUD ............................................................................... (800) 932-0582

–––––– HOUSING ––––––• AssistANCE •

COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION ............................................. (717) 232-9757CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES (CCPA) ........................................................................................................... (717) 240-6110CUMBERLAND COUNTY HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITIES ........................................................................................................... (717) 249-1315FAMILY PUBLIC HOUSING ................................................................ (717) 245-0516HABITAT FOR HUMANITY .................................................................. (717) 258-1830HOMEOWNERS EMERGENCY MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEMAP) ................................................................................(717) 780-3940; (800) 342-2397HOUSING DISCRIMINATION HOTLINE ............................................. (800) 669-9777NEW DIGS (MISSION CENTRAL) ....................................................... (717) 766-1533NEW HOPE MINISTRIES ..................................................................... (717) 766-7333PENNSYLVANIA HOUSING SEARCH ................................................ (877) 428-8844

• fiNANCiAl AssistANCE • CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES (CCPA) ........................................................................................................... (717) 240-6110CUMBERLAND COUNTY HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITIES ........................................................................................................... (717) 249-1315 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WELFARE .................................................. (800) 692-7462HOMEOWNER & MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE ..................................... (800) 342-2397MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ............................................. (717) 780-3800PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ...................................... (877) 724-3258PHFA PENNSYLVANIA HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY..................... (877) 429-8844


PROPERTY TAx/RENT REBATE PROGRAM ........................................ (888) 222-9190SALVATION ARMY ............................................................................ (717) 249-1411SOUTHERN COMMUNITY SERVICES ................................................. (717) 227-0048VETERANS ADMINISTRATION ........................................................... (800) 827-1000

• RENtAl AssistANCE •CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES (CCPA) ........................................................................................................... (717) 240-6110CUMBERLAND COUNTY HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITIES ........................................................................................................... (717) 249-1315 PA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE FORMS ORDERING SERVICE .......... (800) 362-2050SALVATION ARMY ............................................................................ (717) 249-1411 UNITED WAY ...................................................................................... (717) 291-5465

–––––– HOUSING OPTIONS ––––––• APARtMENt-stYlE •

Independent living in a residential area. Generally do not have programs designed specifically for residents.

AMERICAN HOUSE APARTMENTS .................................................... (717) 766-1633BETHANY TOWERS ............................................................................. (717) 766-7698BOILING SPRINGS APARTMENTS ...................................................... (717) 258-8387BRETHREN HOUSE ............................................................................. (717) 791-6200COLLEGE PARk APARTMENTS .......................................................... (717) 243-9121COLONIAL SqUARE APARTMENTS .................................................. (717) 243-8555COTTAGES OF SHIPPENSBURG ........................................................ (717) 530-1573CUMBERLAND POINTE ...................................................................... (717) 697-7200EAST GATE APARTMENTS .................................................................. (717) 249-9800ENOLA COMMONS SENIOR APARTMENTS ..................................... (717) 732-2811EPISCOPAL SqUARE APARTMENTS .................................................. (717) 530-1277ESSEx HOUSE .................................................................................... (717) 730-7302IROqUOIS HOTEL SENIOR APARTMENTS ......................................... (717) 774-4500



MALLARD RUN APARTMENTS ........................................................... (717) 761-5414MEADOWOOD APARTMENTS .......................................................... (717) 697-9517MOLLY PITCHER APARTMENTS ......................................... (717) 249-0789, ExT. 135MOUNTAIN VIEW APARTMENTS ....................................................... (717) 776-3292ONE WEST PENN ............................................................................... (717) 249-7797PINE RIDGE ESTATES ......................................................................... (717) 486-4063ROTH VILLAGE .................................................................................. (717) 732-7006ROUNDHOUSE VIEW APARTMENTS .................................................. (717) 732-0622SHIPPEN HOUSE ................................................................................ (717) 532-7885SILVER SPRING COURTYARDS .......................................................... (717) 591-1413SILVER SPRINGS GARDENS .............................................................. (717) 591-1918SUSqUEHANNA VIEW APARTMENTS ................................................ (717) 763-1184TWO WEST PENN ............................................................................... (717) 249-3484VALLEY RIDGE APARTMENTS ............................................................ (717) 258-9317

–– INDEPENDENT LIVING COMMUNITIES (SEE RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS) ––

• lifE shARiNG/fAMilY liviNG REsidENCEs • Supportive living that allows individuals with intellectual disabilities to live with independence and dignity with the assistance of a caring and experienced staff.

CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING ................................................. (800) 323-6060 .................................................................................................. (717) 731-1335 (TTY) CUMBERLAND/PERRY HOUSING & COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES ............................................................................................. (717) 249-1315

–– RETIREMENT LIVING (SEE RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS) ––

–––––– INFORMATION AND REFERRAL –––––– CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES .. (717) 240-6110An agency dedicated to providing programs and services that allow the older adult to maintain their health, welfare, and independence.1100 Claremont Road, Carlisle, PA 17015www.ccpa.net See our profile on page 5. See our ad on page 9.

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CUMBERLAND LINk HELPLINE .......................................................... (717) 240-7887UNITED WAY OF CARLISLE & CUMBERLAND COUNTY .................... (717) 243-4805

–––––– INSURANCE –––––– APPRISE – CUMBERLAND COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING (CCPA) ........................................................................................................... (717) 240-6110HEALTHY HORIZONS ......................................................................... (800) 692-7462INSURANCE INFORMATION HOTLINE .............................................. (800) 331-9146PA MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ............................................ (717) 240-2700

–––––– LEGAL SERVICES –––––– ACLU ................................................................................................. (717) 238-2258COMMUNITY LAW CLINIC ............................................................... (717) 243-3696CUMBERLAND COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING (CCPA) ....... (717) 240-6110CUMBERLAND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE ........................................................................................................... (800) 990-9108HARRISBURG CIVIL LAW CLINIC (WIDENER LAW SCHOOL) ........... (717) 541-3900MID PENN LEGAL SERVICES ..................................(717) 243-9400; (800) 822-5288PA HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION HARRISBURG OFFICE ........ (717) 787-4410 PA LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE ....................................................... (800) 692-7375PENNSYLVANIA LEGAL AID NETWORk ............................................ (800) 322-7572 PROTECTIVE SERVICES OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY AREA ON AGING (CCAP) .............................................................................................. (717) 240-6110 SENIORLAW HELPLINE ....................................................................... (877) 727-7529

–––––– LIBRARIES –––––– AMELIA GIVIN LIBRARY .................................................................... (717) 486-3688BOSLER MEMORIAL LIBRARY – CARLISLE ........................................ (717) 243-4642EAST PENNSBORO BRANCH LIBRARY .............................................. (717) 732-4274FREDRICkSEN LIBRARY – CAMP HILL ............................................... (717) 761-3900jOHN GRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY .................................................... (717) 776-5900



jOSEPH T. SIMPSON PUBLIC LIBRARY – MECHANICSBURG ........... (717) 766-0171NEW CUMBERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY ............................................... (717) 774-7820SHIPPENSBURG LIBRARY – SHIPPENSBURG ...................................... (717) 532-4508

–––––– LOTTERY ––––––PENNSYLVANIA LOTTERYwww.palottery.state.pa.uswww.palottery.com See our ad on page 61.

–––––– MEDICAL EqUIPMENT & SUPPLIES ––––––CAMP HILL BOROUGH ..................................................................... (717) 737-3456

MEDICAL LOAN CLOSET: GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ... (717) 763-7632

UNITED DISABILITIES SERVICES (UDS)............................................... (888) 837-4235WEST SHORE SENIOR CENTER ........................................................... (717) 774-0409

–––––– MEDICARE ––––––• COuNsEliNG •

APPRISE HEALTH INSURANCE COUNSELING AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ........................................................................................ (717) 240-6110

• MEdiCARE AdvANtAGE PROvidERs • CAPITAL ADVANTAGE INSURANCE COMPANY ............................. (800) 990-4201CIGNA HEALTH SPRING ................................................................... (800) 856-7657

COVENTRY HEALTHCARE ADVANTRA, AN AETNA COMPANY ..(866) 218-9822Coventry HealthAmerica, an Aetna Company, is dedicated to delivering high-quality Medicare Advantage plans with premiums starting at $0/month.Serving all counties in Central & Eastern Pennsylvaniawww.coventry-Medicare.com See our ad on facing page.

GEISINGER GOLD ............................................................................. (800) 514-0138HIGHMARk SENIOR HEALTH COMPANY ......................................... (866) 743-5478 HUMANA BENEFIT PLAN OF ILLINOIS, INC. ..................................... (800) 833-2364 HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY .................................................. (800) 833-2364 kEYSTONE HEALTH PLAN CENTRAL, INC. ........................................ (800) 990-4201

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http://www.palottery.com

http://www.coventry-Medicare.com

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MENTAL HEALTH/DEVELOPMENTAL –––––– DISABILITIES SERVICES ––––––

ARC OF CUMBERLAND & PERRY COUNTIES .................................... (717) 249-2611ARC OF PENNSYLVANIA .................................................................. (800) 692-7258CHRISTIAN SERVICES COUNSELING ................................................ (717) 249-7410 CONTACT HELPLINE .......................................................................... (717) 652-4400CRISIS INTERVENTION PROGRAM.................................................... (866) 350-4357CUMBERLAND COUNTY ASSISTANCE OFFICE ................................ (717) 240-2700CUMBERLAND/PERRY MH-MR PROGRAM ...........(717) 240-6415; (717) 240-6325DISABILITY RIGHTS NETWORk OF PENNSYLVANIA .......................... (800) 692-7443 .................................................................................................(877) 375-7139 (TDD)INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES CUSTOMER SERVICE ............................ (888) 565-9435

kEYSTONE HUMAN SERVICES ............................................(717) 232-7509Enhancing the human spirit through support to those with autism, intellectual disabilities, and mental illness. Children’s services and the Susquehanna Service Dogs program are also available.124 Pine Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101amoffitt@keystonehumanservices.orgwww.keystonehumanservices.org

MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF PENNSYLVANIA ..................... (866) 578-3659MH-IDD PROGRAM: DISASTER CRISIS OUTREACH AND REFERRAL TEAM (CCPA) ............................................................................................. (717) 240-6320 NAMI ................................................................................................. (800) 223-0500 NORTHWESTERN HUMAN SERVICES (THE STEVENS CENTER) .......... (717) 243-6033PA COUNSELING SERVICES ............................................................. (717) 245-9255PENNSYLVANIA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & AGING COALITION ....... (717) 541-4219PENNSYLVANIA LINk TO AGING AND DISABILITY RESOURCES ...(800) 753-8827Objective information and assistance to access services for older adults and for people of all ages who have disabilities.www.aging.pa.gov/local-resources/pa-link See our ad on page 7.

PENNSYLVANIA MENTAL HEALTH CONSUMERS’ ASSOCIATION.... (800) 887-6422PENNSYLVANIA MENTOR NETWORk ............................................... (717) 657-2073SOUTH CENTRAL PA HEALTH CARE qUALITY UNIT .......................... (717) 835-2270


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–––––– ORTHOPEDICS –––––– ORTHOPEDIC INSTITUTE OF PENNSYLVANIA .....................(717) 761-5530 .............................................................................................(800) 834-4020 ORTHOPEDIC INjURY CLINIC ............................................(855) 682-4647Serving patients at nine convenient locations throughout Central Pennsylvania, providing excellent, compassionate, and specialized care.3399 Trindle Road, Camp Hill, PA 170111 Dunwoody Drive, Carlisle, PA 17015www.oip.comwww.ouchoip.com

OSS HEALTH ORTHOPAEDIC URGENT CARE ......................(717) 718-2000No need to call, just come in. Let the caring orthopaedic experts at OSS Health Urgent Care fix your muscles and bones seven days a week.856 Century Drive, Mechanicsburg, PA [email protected] See our profile on page 5. See our ad on previous page.

–– PERSONAL CARE HOMES/UNITS (SEE RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS) ––

–––––– PHARMACY ––––––THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY .................................(717) 774-6262Free prescription delivery, specialized packaging, diabetic specialty services, and more! Get the personal care and attention you should expect from your pharmacy.701 Bridge Street, New Cumberland, PA [email protected]/0427

–––––– POLICE DEPARTMENTS ––––––In the event of an emergency, dial 911.

CAMP HILL POLICE ........................................................................... (717) 737-1570CARLISLE POLICE .............................................................................. (717) 243-5252EAST PENNSBORO TWP. POLICE ...................................................... (717) 732-3633HAMPDEN TWP. POLICE ................................................................... (717) 761-2609

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http://www.osshealth.com


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LOWER ALLEN TOWNSHIP POLICE ................................................... (717) 975-7575MECHANICSBURG POLICE .............................................................. (717) 691-3300 MIDDLESEx TWP. POLICE .................................................................. (717) 249-7191 MT. HOLLY POLICE DEPARTMENT .................................................... (717) 486-7615 NEW CUMBERLAND POLICE ............................................................. (717) 774-0400NEWVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT ..................................................... (717) 776-5513NORTH MIDDLETON TWP. POLICE .................................................... (717) 243-7910SHIPPENSBURG POLICE .................................................................... (717) 532-8100SHIREMANSTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT ....................................... (717) 737-4356 SILVER SPRING TWP. POLICE ............................................................ (717) 697-0607UPPER ALLEN TWP. POLICE ............................................................... (717) 795-2445WEST SHORE REGIONAL POLICE ...................................................... (717) 737-9161

–––––– POST OFFICES –––––– BOILING SPRINGS ............................................................................. (717) 258-6668CAMP HILL/LEMOYNE ...................................................................... (717) 737-1461CARLISLE ........................................................................................... (717) 243-3531DILLSBURG......................................................................................... (717) 432-3035ENOLA ............................................................................................... (717) 732-2221FRANkLINTOWN ................................................................................ (717) 432-9833GRANTHAM ...................................................................................... (717) 766-0953HIGHSPIRE ......................................................................................... (717) 939-4902MECHANICSBURG ............................................................................ (717) 697-4641MT. HOLLY SPRINGS ......................................................................... (717) 486-3468NEW CUMBERLAND .......................................................................... (717) 774-7092NEW kINGSTON ................................................................................ (717) 766-0172NEWBURG ......................................................................................... (717) 423-6105NEWVILLE .......................................................................................... (717) 776-5211ORRSTOWN ....................................................................................... (717) 532-8936



Savvy Senior

Medication ManagementTools for Organizingand Remembering

Dear Savvy Senior,What products or solutions can you

recommend to help seniors keep up with their medications? My mom is supposed to take several different medications at different times of the day but frequently forgets.– Reminding Son Dear Reminding,

Anybody who juggles multiple medications can relate to the problem of forgetting to take a medication or not remembering whether they already took it. This is especially true for people who take medications at varying times of the day.

Here are some different product and service solutions that may help.

Medication HelpersGetting organized and being

reminded are the two keys to staying on top of a medication schedule.

To help your mom achieve this, there are a wide variety of affordable pillboxes, medication organizers, vibrating watches, beeping pill bottles, and even dispensers that will talk to her that can make all the difference.

To find these types of products,

check out e-pill Medication Reminders (www.epill.com, (800) 549-0095), where you’ll find dozens to choose from.

Also check out Reminder Rosie (www.reminder-rosie.com, $130), a voice-activated talking clock that tells you when to take your medicine and can be used for other reminders, too.

And for a super-comprehensive medication-management device, there’s the MedMinder automatic pill dispenser.

This is a computerized pillbox that will beep and flash when it’s time for your mom to take her medication, and it will call her if she forgets. It will even alert her if she takes the wrong pills.

This device can also be set up to call, email, or text family members and caregivers, letting you know if she misses a dose, takes the wrong medication, or misses a refill.

Available at www.medminder.com or (888) 633-6463, the MedMinder rents for $40 to $65 per month.

Medication PackagingAnother possible way to help

simplify your mom’s medication use

Jim Miller

http://www.epill.com

http://www.reminder-rosie.com

http://www.medminder.com


is to get her prescriptions filled in single-dose packets that put all her medications (vitamins and over-the-counter drugs can be included too) together in neatly labeled packets organized by date and the time of day they should be taken.

This does away with all the pill bottles and pill sorting.

Some compounding pharmacies or independent drug stores offer single-dose packaging along with a number of online pharmacies, like PillPack (www.pillpack.com).

Reminding ServicesAnother simple solution that

can help your mom stick to her medication schedule is to use a medication-reminding service. These are services that will actually call, email, or text your mother reminders of when it’s time to take her medicine and when it’s time to refill her prescriptions.

Some even offer extra reminders like doctor and dentist appointments, wake-up calls, and more.

Companies that offer such services are MyMedSchedule.com, which provides free medication reminders via text message or email. Their website can also help you make easy-to-read medication schedules that you can print out for your mom to follow.

Or, if your mom uses a smartphone or tablet, there are free medication-reminding apps that can help, like MediSafe (www.medisafeproject.com) or MedCoach (www.greatcall.com).

If, however, your mom doesn’t receive texts or use a smartphone, tablet, or computer, OnTimeRx (www.ontimerx.com) or Snoozester (www.snoozester.com) may be the answer.

With starting prices ranging between $4 and $10 per month, these services will call your mom on her phone (they can send text messages and emails too) for all types of reminders, including daily medications, monthly refills, doctor appointments, wake-up calls, and other events.

Or, if you’re looking for extra help, Care Call Reassurance (www.call-reassurance.com), (602) 265-5968, ext. 7) may be a better fit.

In addition to the call reminders to your mom’s phone, this service can be set up to contact a family member or designated caregiver if she fails to answer or acknowledge the call. This service runs between $15 and $20 per month. Jim Miller is a regular contributor to the NBC Today show and author of The Savvy Senior Book. www.savvysenior.org


http://www.pillpack.com

http://www.medisafeproject.com

http://www.greatcall.com

http://www.ontimerx.com

http://www.snoozester.com

http://www.call-reassurance.com



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PLAINFIELD ........................................................................................ (717) 249-6438PLEASANT HALL................................................................................. (717) 532-5121ROSSVILLE/WARRINGTON TWP. ....................................................... (717) 432-3388ROxBURY/LURGAN TWP. .................................................................. (717) 532-8370SHIPPENSBURG ................................................................................. (717) 532-2314SUMMERDALE ................................................................................... (717) 732-3408WALNUT BOTTOM ............................................................................. (717) 532-8935WELLSVILLE ........................................................................................ (717) 432-9823

–––––– PRESCRIPTIONS ––––––• AssistANCE •

BENEFITSCHECkUP ............................................................................ (202) 479-1200CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES (CCAP) ........................................................................................................... (717) 240-6110CUMBERLAND COUNTY ASSISTANCE OFFICE ................................ (717) 240-2700MEDICARE ExTRA HELP ................................(800) 772-1213; (800) 325-0778 (TTY)PA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ............................................................ (877) 724-3258PA PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (PACE) .................................. (800) 955-0989PACE/PACENET AND PACE PLUS MEDICARE PROGRAMS ............ (800) 225-7223PARTNERSHIP FOR PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE .............................. (888) 477-2669 PRESCRIPTION DRUG PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ............... (888) 477-2669SPECIAL PHARMACEUTICAL BENEFITS PROGRAM – HIV/AIDS ...... (800) 922-9384SPECIAL PHARMACEUTICAL BENEFITS PROGRAM (SPBP) – MENTAL HEALTH .............................................................................................. (800) 922-9384VETERANS HEALTHCARE BENEFITS ................................................... (800) 409-8771

• REfERRAl sERviCEs • CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES (CCAP) ........................................................................................................... (717) 240-6110PA 211 (HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES INFORMATION & REFERRAL................... 211


–––––– RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS ––––––• ACtivE Adult liviNG COMMuNitiEs •

A vibrant, age-restricted community where the residents pay an annual maintenance fee. They are generally located in close proximity to health and entertainment venues.

AMESBURY ........................................................................................ (717) 525-9532PINE MANOR .................................................................................... (717) 243-6331

• AssistEd liviNG REsidENCEs •These residences or units are designed to provide an environment that combines housing and supportive services to allow residents to “age in place” without having to move to a licensed long-term care facility when their care needs increase. As of January 2011, changed regulations regarding licensure for assisted living communities became effective.

BETHANY VILLAGE ............................................................................ (717) 766-0279• CONtiNuiNG CARE REtiREMENt COMMuNitiEs •

These communities offer a comprehensive package of services tailored to individual needs, abilities, and preferences as residents grow older, offering all levels of care.

BETHANY VILLAGE ..............................................................(717) 766-0279Bethany Village is a vibrant, not-for-profit retirement community for people 55 and better with an assortment of living arrangements to suit individual lifestyles.325 Wesley Drive, Mechanicsburg, PA [email protected] See our ad on this page.


http://www.BethanyVillage.org


CUMBERLAND CROSSINGS RETIREMENT COMMUNITY .................. (717) 245-9941GREEN RIDGE VILLAGE .................................................................... (717) 776-8200

HOMELAND CENTER ...........................................................(717) 221-7902Homeland Center offers beautiful personal care suites, skilled nursing, hospice, rehabilitation, and dementia care, all delivered by highly competent and compassionate staff.1901 North Fifth Street, Harrisburg, PA [email protected] See our ad on inside front. See our profile on page 5.

MESSIAH LIFEWAYS .......................................................................... (717) 697-4666SARAH A. TODD MEMORIAL HOME ................................................ (717) 245-2187THORNWALD HOME ......................................................................... (717) 249-4118

• dEMENtiA CARE fACilitiEs/uNits • They are specialized areas or freestanding facilities that offer a sensitive environment that better meets the dementia residents’ needs.

THE BRIDGES AT BENT CREEk ........................................................... (717) 795-1100BROOkDALE GRANDON FARMS ..................................................... (717) 547-1950CLAREMONT NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY ............................................................................................ (717) 243-2031COUNTRY MEADOWS RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES ........................ (717) 975-3434ELMCROFT OF SHIPPENSBURG ......................................................... (717) 530-1400FOREST PARk HEALTH CENTER ......................................................... (717) 960-7700GOLDEN LIVING CENTER – WEST SHORE ......................................... (717) 763-7070MANORCARE HEALTH SERVICES – CAMP HILL ............................... (717) 737-8551 CARLISLE .................................. (717) 249-0085MESSIAH LIFEWAYS .......................................................................... (717) 697-4666SARAH A. TODD MEMORIAL HOME ................................................ (717) 245-2187SHIPPENSBURG HEALTH CARE CENTER ............................................ (717) 530-8300

VIBRALIFE ............................................................................(717) 591-2100Vibralife provides short-term rehabilitation services along with personal care suites and a secured dementia unit.707 Shepherdstown Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055www.vibralife.net

THE WOODS AT CEDAR RUN ............................................................ (717) 737-3373



http://www.vibralife.net


• NuRsiNG & REhAb fACilitiEs • These facilities offer skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. Other services generally offered are therapeutic, recreational, and social activities.

CLAREMONT NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER .........(717) 243-2031Claremont provides quality skilled nursing and rehabilitation, offering a dedicated 39-bed, short-term rehab unit; secured dementia unit; and respite care.1000 Claremont Road, Carlisle, PA 17013www.ccpa.net/cnrc

FOREST PARk HEALTH CENTER ......................................................... (717) 960-7700FOx SUBACUTE (SPECIALIZED VENT CARE) .................................... (800) 424-7201GOLDEN LIVING CENTER – CAMP HILL ........................................... (717) 763-7361GOLDEN LIVING CENTER – WEST SHORE ......................................... (717) 763-7070HEALTHSOUTH REHAB OF MECHANICSBURG ................................. (717) 691-3700HOMELAND CENTER ......................................................................... (717) 221-7900 MANORCARE HEALTH SERVICES – CAMP HILL ............................... (717) 737-8551 CARLISLE .................................. (717) 249-0085SHIPPENSBURG HEALTH CARE CENTER ............................................ (717) 530-8300THORNWALD HOME ......................................................................... (717) 249-4118


• PERsONAl CARE hOMEs/uNits • These homes/units provide shelter, meals, supervision, and assistance with personal care tasks, typically for older people or people with physical, behavioral health, or cognitive disabilities who are unable to care for themselves but do not need nursing home or medical care. Inspected and licensed through the PA Department of Public Welfare.

THE BRIDGES AT BENT CREEk ........................................................... (717) 795-1100COUNTRY MEADOWS RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES ........................ (717) 975-3434ELMCROFT OF SHIPPENSBURG ......................................................... (717) 530-1400

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HOMELAND CENTER ...........................................................(717) 221-7902Homeland Center offers beautiful personal care suites, skilled nursing, hospice, rehabilitation, and dementia care, all delivered by highly competent and compassionate staff.1901 North Fifth Street, Harrisburg, PA [email protected] See our ad on inside front. See our profile on page 5.

MANORCARE HEALTH SERVICES – CAMP HILL ............................... (717) 737-8551THORNWALD HOME ......................................................................... (717) 249-4118


–––––– SENIOR CENTERS –––––– Great places to meet for social interaction and cultural and recreational activities. They are places to make new friends and maintain relationships with old friends.

BIG SPRING SENIOR CENTER ............................................................ (717) 776-4478CARLISLE SENIOR ACTION CENTER ................................................. (717) 249-5007MARY SCHANER SENIOR CENTER .................................................... (717) 732-3915MECHANICSBURG AREA SENIOR ADULT CENTER ........................... (717) 697-5947SHIPPENSBURG SENIOR ACTIVITIES CENTER ................................... (717) 300-3563WEST SHORE SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER ........................................... (717) 774-0409

–––––– SENIOR SERVICES ––––––PENNSYLVANIA LINk TO AGING AND DISABILITY RESOURCES ...(800) 753-8827Objective information and assistance to access services for older adults and for people of all ages who have disabilities.www.aging.pa.gov/local-resources/pa-link See our ad on page 7.

–––––– SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS –––––– A club of professional or businesspeople organized for their coordination of and participation in public service.

LIONS CLUBS PA STATE COUNCIL .................................................... (717) 564-2586






–– SkILLED NURSING (SEE RETIREMENT LIVING OPTIONS – NURSING & REHAB FACILITIES) ––

–––––– SUPPORT GROUPS –––––– A group of people whose members exchange give and receive both emotional and practical support, share ideas, and provide each other with information.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS .......................................................... (717) 422-4888ALZHEIMER’S – CUMBERLAND CROSSINGS .................................... (717) 240-6020 GOLDEN LIVING WEST SHORE ................................ (717) 763-7070 MESSIAH LIFEWAYS ADULT DAY CENTER ............... (717) 243-0447AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY ........................................................ (800) 227-2345CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS .............................(717) 766-5003; (717) 691-6786 CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP – CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN ....... (717) 766-8880 DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP .............................................................. (717) 240-7748DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES ...................................................... (717) 258-4806EPILEPSY FOUNDATION .................................................................... (800) 887-7165GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS ................................................................ (626) 960-3500GRIEF SUPPORT (HOLY SPIRIT) .............................(717) 763-2118; (717) 972-4255 MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP (BOILING SPRINGS) ......... (717) 249-8288MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP (CAMP HILL, CARLISLE, MECHANICSBURG) ................................... (717) 486-3596 NAMI .......................................... (717) 697-2602; (717) 243-1645; (717) 385-8028NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS (CCPA) ................................................ (717) 642-3733PA BREAST CANCER COALITION ..................................................... (800) 377-8828 PARkINSON’S DISEASE CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP ................. (717) 580-7772SENIOR CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP .......................................... (717) 477-1969SMOkING CESSATION (CCPA) ....................................................... (717) 240-6110WIDOW/WIDOWERS SUPPORT GROUP ............................................ (717) 732-1000

–––––– TAx ASSISTANCE –––––– AARP TAx-AIDE ................................................................................ (888) 227-7669CUMBERLAND COUNTY AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES ........... (717) 240-6110



IRS INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ..................................................... (800) 829-1040PA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE FORMS ORDERING SERVICE .......... (800) 362-2050VITA – VOLUNTEER INCOME TAx ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ............ (717) 240-5000

–––––– THERAPIES ––––––AFFILIA HOME HEALTH .......................................................(717) 963-6570Our home health professionals combine personal attention with specialized nursing and therapy services for your faster recovery and continued independence at home.2645 North Third Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110www.affiliahomehealth.org See our ad on page 33.

HEALTHSOUTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL OF MECHANICSBURG ........................................................(717) 691-3700Providing a higher level of rehabilitation for recovery from an illness, injury, or surgery. Services include physical, occupational, and speech therapy.175 Lancaster Boulevard, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055www.healthsouthpa.com See our ad on this page.

–––––– TRANSPORTATION SERVICES –––––– Support from a governmental unit or the general public. May be free, reduced fare, or donations depending on entity.

HEARTS AND HANDS SERTOMA CLUB ............................................. (717) 918-4790MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM (MATP) ................................................................................(717) 240-6340; (800) 315-2546

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RABBITTRANSIT .................................................................................. (800) 632-9063ROAD TO RECOVERY – AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY ................. (800) 227-2345SHIPPENSBURG RAIDERS REGIONAL TRANSIT ................................. (717) 530-8891

–– UTILITIES (SEE ENERGY ASSISTANCE) ––

–––––– VETERANS SERVICES –––––– CUMBERLAND COUNTY VETERANS AFFAIRS ................................... (717) 240-6178PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS ........................................................................................................... (800) 547-2838U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS ....................................... (800) 827-1000VA OUTPATIENT CLINIC.................................................................... (717) 730-9782VETERANS ASSISTANCE OUTREACH CENTER .................................. (866) 906-8387

–– VISION (SEE EYE CARE SERVICES) ––

–––––– VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ––––––ACqUIRED BRAIN INjURY NETWORk OF PA ................................... (800) 516-8052RETIRED & SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM (RSVP) ......................... (717) 541-9521

–––––– WEATHERIZATION PROGRAMS –––––– Funds are offered to income-eligible homeowners, especially low-income persons, the elderly, persons with disabilities, families with children, and high residential-energy users, to reduce energy costs.

CUMBERLAND COUNTY HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITIES ........................................................................................................... (717) 249-1315PENNSYLVANIA WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ......... (800) 451-9869PPL ELECTRIC UTILITIES ...................................................................... (877) 220-6016SOUTH CENTRAL COMMUNITY ACTION, CHAMBERSBURG ........... (717) 263-5060UGI UTILITIES, INC. ............................................................................ (800) 276-2722WARMWISE: AUDITS & REBATES ....................................................... (866) 956-0308

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