OFFICE ON AGING
OFFICE ON AGING
SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE OFFICE ON AGING
ADULT COMMUNITY EVALUATION SERVICES
ASSISTED HOUSING
CLIENT SERVICES DIVISION
FALL PREVENTION INFORMATION/ASSESSMENT
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
HOME REPAIR/RETROFITTING
HOMES FOR LIFE COALITION
MARYLAND ACCESS POINT (MAP)
OMBUDSMAN/GUARDIANSHIP PROGRAMS
PUBLIC EDUCATION FOR AGING SERVICES
SENIOR CENTER INFORMATION
SENIOR INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE
See Maryland Access Point (MAP)above on this page, listed alphabetically.
VOLUNTEER PROGRAM IN OFFICE ON AGING
COMMISSION ON AGING
6751 Columbia Gateway Dr. Box 211
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-6410
FAX: 410-313-6540
TTY: 410-313-6401
Website: www.howardcountymd.gov/OA/CS_OfficeAging.htm
| Adult Community Evaluation Services | 410-313-5980 |
| Client Services Division | 410-313-6560 |
| Health and Wellness | 410-313-5980 |
| Maryland Access Point (MAP) formerly Senior Information and Assistance |
410-313-5980 map@howardcountymd.gov |
| Public Education | 410-313-6560 |
| Senior Center Division | 410-313-6560 |
The Office on Aging (OOA) plans, develops and coordinates programs for seniors (60+), citizens with disabilities (55+), or older adults and their families.
The Howard County Office on Aging is the principal agency designed to serve Howard County's older population, and coordinates services that impact older people.
The mission of the Office on Aging is to:
- Promote a full and dignified life for older people in Howard County;
- Encourage older people to be involved in all aspects of life; and
- Recognize older people as a vital force in the community.
The Office on Aging works to enrich the lives of older people across their life span, whether they live independently in the community, require assistance, or are residents of long term care facilities.
Programs and activities are offered to all people regardless of race, creed or national origin. Many programs are offered free of charge. Other programs require small fees and all programs accept donations to help defray costs. No one is denied service because of inability to pay.
SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE OFFICE ON AGING
| Alzheimer's and other support groups |
410-313-7213 |
| Assisted Living/Housing | 410-313-6542 |
| CAMM (Curb Abuse in Medicare and Medicaid) |
410-313-7392 |
| Caregiver Information | 410-313-6560 |
| Fall Prevention Information/Assessment |
410-313-5980 |
| Health and Wellness | 410-313-5980 |
| Home Repair/Retrofit | 410-313-5980 |
| Home Delivered Meals (Provided by Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland) |
410-730-9476 |
| Home Care Registry | 410-313-5980 |
| Income Tax Preparation | 410-313-7213 |
| Legal Services | 410-313-5980 |
| Long Term Care Ombudsman | 410-313-6423 |
| Medicaid Waiver Program | 410-313-5980 |
| Pets on Wheels | 410-313-7213 |
| Public Guardianship | 410-313-6423 |
| S.E.A.T.S (Senior Entertainment & Art Ticket Service)through the Department of Recreation and Parks |
410-313-7281 for information 410-313-7279 to register |
| S.P.R.I.N.G. (Senior Peer Support Group) |
410-313-7213 |
| Senior Assisted Housing Services | 410-313-6560 |
| Senior Care | 410-313-5980 |
| Senior Connection Newspaper | 410-313-6531 |
| Senior Health Insurance Assistance Program |
410-313-7392 |
| Senior Information and Assistance now Maryland Access Point (MAP) | 410-313-5980 |
| Senior Resource Directory | 410-313-6448 |
| State Subsidy for Assisted Living | 410-313-6450 |
| Tax Counseling for the Elderly | 410-313-7213 |
| Volunteer Coordinator | 410-313-1418 |
ADULT COMMUNITY EVALUATION SERVICES
Office on Aging
6751 Columbia Gateway Dr. Box 205
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-5980
FAX: 410-313-5970
TTY: 410-313-6401
The Adult Community Evaluation Services (ACES) is a joint effort of the Office on Aging, the Department of Social Services and the Health Department. ACES provides consultation on all long term care services, evaluation, case management services and funding for services for eligible clients.
Specific programs include:
- Adult day care licensing/monitoring
- Geriatric evaluation services
- Medical Assistance personal care
- State psychiatric hospital clearance
- Senior Care
- Pre-admission screening and annual nursing home resident review
- Social Services (DSS) to Adults (SSTA)
Office on Aging
6751 Columbia Gateway Dr.
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-6542
FAX: 410-313-5970
TTY: 410-313-6401
The housing staff monitors all certified group senior assisted housing facilities, and serves families seeking alternative housing for older relatives who can no longer live alone or with relatives. Meals, housekeeping, personal care, medication management and supervision are provided. A list of homes is provided on request.
Office on Aging
6751 Columbia Gateway Dr. Box 205
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-6560
FAX: 410-313-5970
TTY: 410-313-6401
| Adult Community Evaluation Services | 410-313-5980 |
| Disabilities Services | 410-313-6402 |
| Intake for Senior Care Programs | 410-313-5980 |
| Medicaid Waiver Program | 410-313-5980 |
| Senior Information & Assistance now Maryland Access Point (MAP) | 410-313-5980 |
| State Subsidy for Small Assistance Living Facilities |
410-313-5980 |
The Client Services Division provides information on a wide range of services available in the county for older people and people with disabilities. This includes:
- Information and referral services
- Intake for the senior care and disability programs
- Management of the State subsidy program for small assisted living facilities
- Management of the Medicaid Waiver program provides financial assistance to qualifying individuals either in assisted living or in their own home
- Case management services
- Assisted Living/Housing
- Fall prevention information/assessment
- Home repair/retrofitting
- Homes for Life Coalition
- Ombudsman/Guardianship Programs
FALL PREVENTION INFORMATION/ASSESSMENT
Office on Aging
6751 Columbia Gateway Dr. Box 205
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-5980
FAX: 410-313-5970
TTY: 410-313-6401
The Fall Prevention component of the Howard County Aging in Place initiative provides direct service and community education and training to consumers and professionals in order to reduce the number of accidental falls. Direct services to seniors at risk may include consultation, in-home assessment and recommendations for a personalized fall prevention strategy including environmental modifications, lifestyle improvements, and community referrals. Community education and training for seniors and professionals are provided through public presentations and community partnerships to increase fall prevention services.
Office on Aging
6751 Columbia Gateway Drive
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-5980
FAX: 410-313-5970
TTY: 410-313-6401
The focus of the Health and Wellness program is to provide a variety of programs that will help senior citizens discover new and healthy ways to become fully engaged in life.
Office on Aging
6751 Columbia Gateway Dr. Box 205
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-5980
FAX: 410-313-5970
TTY: 410-313-6401
The home repair/retrofit program provides structural and safety-related repairs to resident’s homes, as well as physical modifications to enable the resident to occupy the home in safety and security. Modifications to entries, bathrooms and other main living areas are covered for eligible seniors and persons with disabilities.
Office on Aging
6751 Columbia Gateway Dr.
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-6410
FAX: 410-313-5970
TTY: 410-313-6401
The mission of the Homes For Life Coalition of Howard County is to increase the number of new and renovated homes that are safe, convenient and welcoming to all residents of Howard County. Public education and awareness are the principal means used to accomplish their goal.
Office on Aging
6751 Columbia Gateway Drive
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-5980
Toll Free 1-800-506-5806
TTY: 410-313-6401
FAX: 410-313-5970
E-Mail: map@howardcountymd.gov
Online resource database: www.horizonhelp.org
The Maryland Access Point of Howard County provides information, assistance and referral to a wide range of services available to county residents 50 and older and adults with disabilities. This includes:
- Information and referral services
- Intake for senior care and disability programs
- Intake for Adult Evaluation and Referral Services
- Referral to the State subsidy program for small assisted living facilities and the Medicaid Waiver program which assists qualified individuals in either assisted living facilities or in their own home
- Case management services
- Fall prevention information and assistance
- Home repair/retrofitting
- Sixty plus wills and legal screenings
By appointment, staff members are available for home visits or will meet in a senior center or library. Call 410-313-5980 to schedule an appointment.
OMBUDSMAN/GUARDIANSHIP PROGRAMS
Office on Aging
6751 Columbia Gateway Dr., 2nd Floor
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-6423
FAX: 410-313-5970
TTY: 410-313-6401
Website: http://www.howardcountymd.gov/OA/AgingFamilyCare_LegalIssues.htm
The Ombudsman Program is structured to empower the residents of long term care facilities and advocate for these individuals on health, safety, welfare and rights issues.
The Guardianship Program: The Director of the Office on Aging is court appointed Guardian of Person of an incapacitated individual 65 years or older. The incapacitated individual will lack the capacity to make or communicate responsible decisions concerning their daily needs and there is no one else willing or able to take on this responsibility. The Guardian’s goal is to protect and advocate for the individual’s needs to include but not limited to making medical decisions. An attorney will be appointed to handle the individual’s finances.
PUBLIC EDUCATION FOR AGING SERVICES
Office on Aging
6751 Columbia Gateway Dr., 2nd Floor
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-6560
FAX: 410-313-5970
TTY: 410-313-5927
The Public Education Unit plans and oversees public education and outreach efforts to promote aging services provided by the Office on Aging and other community organizations.
| Legal Services for the Elderly | 410-313-5980 |
| Senior Connection Monthly Newslette | 410-313-6531 |
| Senior Resource Directory | 410-313-6448 |
SENIOR CENTERS AND SENIOR PLUS SITES
| Bain Center | 410-313-7213 |
| East Columbia | 410-313-7680 |
| Elkridge | 410-313-4930 |
| Ellicott City | 410-313-1400 |
| Ellicott City Senior Plus | 410-313-1425 |
| Glenwood Senior Center | 410-313-5440 |
| Glenwood Senior Center Plus | 410-313-5442 |
| Guilford Senior Ctr at Morningside Apts | 410-880-5862 |
| Longwood | 410-313-7217 |
| Owen Brown Senior Plus | 410-313-7218 |
| Savage | 410-880-5915 |
VOLUNTEER PROGRAM IN OFFICE ON AGING
Volunteer with the Office on Aging and make a difference. Call the Volunteer Coordinator, 410-313-1417 to learn more about available volunteer opportunities
6751 Columbia Gateway Dr., 2nd Floor
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-6410
FAX: 410-313-6540
TTY: 410-313-6401
Website: www.howardcountymd.gov/oa/coa.htm
The Commission on Aging is as an advisory board to the County Executive and the Office on Aging; serves as an advocate for the senior population. The Commission has 12 members who are nominated by the County Executive and appointed by the County Council.
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