Options for Elders

Options for Elders is a flexible, affordable program that provides in-home care to older Cuyahoga County residents who, because of income and/or assets, are not eligible for PASSPORT or other Medicaid waiver programs.

Services Provided:

• Medical Transportation
• Emergency Response System
• Adult day services
• Personal care
• Homemaker services
• Home delivered meals
• Information and assistance
• Chore
• Case management by skilled social workers

To be eligible clients must be:

• 60+ years of age
• Cuyahoga County residents
• Living in a private home or apartment (excluding assisted living residences, adult care homes, nursing homes, and group homes)
• Eligible for support services based on an assessment of need for assistance with daily activities. Examples: adults with limited vision, who walk with a cane, or who need help with bathing and/or food preparation.
• Managing expenses on a modest monthly income with limited financial reserves

95% of Options clients rate their services as “good” or “excellent”

For further information, or to make referral by phone, call Options Intake at (216) 420-6800.