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Our Services and Programs
Medicaid Waiver Program
The purpose of the Medicaid Waiver Program is designed to help senior citizens remain independent in the lifestyle of their choice. The program is available to those 60 years of age and older. There are no fees for these services, however, certain restrictions apply.
Older Americans Act Program
The purpose of the Older Americans Act Program is designed to help senior citizens remain independent in the lifestyle of their choice. The program is available to those 60 years of age and older.
Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program (EHEAP)
Is a federal funded program, that assist seniors in paying their home energy bill, if there is a crisis. This EHEAP program will pay the amount needed up to $400 per case, with a limit of two cases per year. Applicants must be 60 or older, have low income, be approved by SRA, have a letter from the utility company that service has been planned to be terminated, or if you receive food stamps. Contact our office in Madison if you would like to apply for energy assistance.
Material Aide
We offer aid in the form of goods or food. Food is distributed to congregate and homebound clients once a month or on an as needed basis to clients with low income. These actions assure that food is in the clients home for the entire month. Goods are items that are donated by other organizations which are clothing, bedding, house hold items, alert detectors, fans, medical supplies, heaters, etc.
Medical Equipment
Our Rescue Closet Program loans out equipment up to eight weeks, if the items is needed longer a request may be placed for an extension. Items to be loaned are walkers, wheelchairs (manual and electric), tub seats, portable commodes, canes, transfer board and crutches free of charge to seniors.
Tax Aide
Free income tax preparation is available to seniors with low-income and moderate income tax payers. The program is offered through a partnership between QUick In-come Tax Refunds, located in Madison, Florida.
Recreational Activities
A number of activities are offered by the Senior Center which includes crafts, bridge, bingo, quilting, fishing trips, bowling, button day, hat day, birthday parties, arts, crafts and many other exciting things to do.