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Kupuna Care (KC): State funded program that provides some HC-B.1
for persons 60 years and older, operated in each county by its AAA
Long Term Supports and Services (LTSS), (i.e., long-term care):
may include institutional care (such as nursing facilities) and/or
home and community b aised services (HCBS)
• Title III: Federal funding that pays for LTSS, for persons 60 years
and older, operated by AAAs
• Title 111e: Family! Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
Caregiver and Care Recipient
Participant: an individual who uses KC, Title 111, or other public
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• rson-Centered:
PeProviding planning and supports that help meet
goals that are important to the participant
• No Wrong Door - a collaborative effort among multiple agencies
to coordinate supports for all people with disabilities (NWD)
Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)
As a designated Area Agency on Aging, (lie Hawaii County Office of Aging is part ofa national
network with a common nussion -- a mission with the goal of ensuring the dignity, independence, and the ability
for older individuals to remain in their homes as long as possible. The Hawaii County Office of Aging will
serve as the principle advocate for older individuals, caregivers and service providers to ensure the fulfillment
of the mission entrusted to us.
PHILOSOPHY
To ensure that all individuals, caregivers, service providers, and communities in Hawaii County have
access and linkage to information resources, counseling services, short and long term care support options, and
to be the advocate in aging and disability issues. The Hawaii County Office of Aging will be the "one stop"
access point in. Hawaii County for all aging and disability related issues.
GOAL
To achieve our Mission and Philosophy, the Hawaii County Office of Aging will ensure the following
functions:
1) Remove all barriers and perceptions that foster government distrust. Provide an environment that will be
conducive in making it easier for older individuals, caregivers and their families, and other community
entities to learn about, access, and participate in existing services and supports.
2) Provide a system of resources to empower individuals and caregivers with the tools to participate in the
decision making process of their care. Develop and implement a follow up system to ensure consumers do not
fall through the gap.
3) Participate and partner in the development of low-cost evidence based health prevention programs that have
proven effective in reducing the risk of disease, disability and injury among the elderly and disability
communities.
4) To be the leading representative and advocate in monitoring, evaluating, commenting on policies, programs,
legislative hearings, and community action forums that impact the interest of our target consumers.
5) To enter into grants and contracts for the development and provision of services designed to effectively and
efficiently meet the needs of the consumers we serve.
6) To develop and administer an Area Plan on Aging based upon community needs and input. To develop a long
range planning strategy of 5 and 10 years based on social and demographic trends of older individuals within
Hawaii County, and to continuously monitor the development of that strategy.
7) To develop and prepare a pre -disaster, during, and post disaster emergency response plan. To be ready to
assist in coordinating, assessing, and to provide support to Civil Defense, County, and private agencies during
times of disaster.
VISION
The Hawaii County Office of Aging will become the identified community resource and advocate in Hawaii
County on aging and disability issues.
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Individuals 60 years of age and older are eligible for services under the CAA. Consumers who meet tile greatest
-financial aced (GFN) and greatest social need (GSN) cliteria receive priority attention, The GAA, as aillcildcd,
created the primary vehicle for organizing, coordinating, and providing community -based services and
opportunities for older Americans and their families.
The Administration on Aging (AOA) is the lead Agency in the National Aging Network, The network includes
56 State Agencies oil Aging, 622 Area Agencies on Aging, and more than 260
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programs. Many service providers and volunteer organizations support the aging network across the nation.
Arrest Agencies on AgM g
An Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is a public, or private non-profit agency, designated by the state to address
the needs and concerns of all older persons at the regional and local levels. "Area Agency on Aging" is a
generic term specific names of local AAAs may vary. AAAs are primarily responsible for a geographic area,
also known as a Planning Service Area (PSA) that is either a city, a single county, or a multi -county district.
AAA's may be one of the following, a county, city, regional planning council or council of governments,
private, of non-profit.
Area Agencies on Aging coordinate and offer services that help older adults remain in their homes - if that is
their preference - aided by services such as Meals -on -Wheels, homemaker assistance, and whatever cJsc it may
take to make independent living a viable option. By making a p
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possible for older individuals to choose the services and living arrangements that suit them best.
Area Agencies oil Aging (AAA) are a resource for elderly and disabled individuals. viduals. The goal of these agencies
is to help elderly and disabled individuals remain in their own home and community for as long as possible,
able to make their own decisions and retain their independence.
Aging, -and Mgabifity Resource (Centers
The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) initiative, is a collaborative, effort of the U.S.
Administration for Community Living, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and the Veterans
Health Administration, and designed to streamline access to long-term care. Launched in 2003, the ADRC
initiative supports state efforts in better coordinating and integrating their existing access functions to create a
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new interface between consumers and the long-term care system. States developed local community centers that
make it easier for older adults and individuals with disabilities to learn about and quickly access the long-term
services and supports that best meet their needs.
ADRC programs provide information and assistance to individuals needing either public, or private resources,
professionals seeking assistance on behalf of their clients, and individuals planning for their -future long-tcrm
care needs. ADRC programs also serve as the entry point to publicly adininistered long-term supports including
those funded under Medicaid, the Older Americans Act, and state revenue programs.
ADRCs support consumer -friendly entry points into long-term care at the community level, The ADRC vision
grew out of best practice innovations known as "No Wrong Door" (NWD) and "Single Points of Entry"
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States and communities offer a rarigc of supportive services to residents 60 years of age arid over. Local
hiformation, assistance programs, and/or Area Agencies on Aging can assist older adults and their families in
locating the services they need. Some of the services available include:
" AdUR DaV Care. Adult Day Care Centers offer social, recreational, and health -related services to individuals who
cannot be alone during the clay because of health arid social needs, confusion, or disability.
" Caregiver Prograrns: The National Family Caregiver Support Program provides programs and services for
caregivers of older adults arid limited services to grandparents raising grandchildren.
v Case ManagerneM. Case managers work with older adults and family inembers to assess, arrange, arid evaluate
supportive efforts tomaintain independence.
• Eider Abuse Prevention Programs: Allegations of abuse, neglect, arid exploitation ofIsenior citizens are
investigated by highly trained protective service specialists. Intervention is provided in instances of
substantiated elder abuse, neglect, orexp|oitatinn.
" Finanrial Assistance. Benefit counseling prograrns that can be accessed through the Information and
Referral/Assistance Specialist at local Area Agencies onAging.
o �--jomne�-jemXth Services: Horne health care includes activities such as changing wound dressings, checking vital
signs, cleaning catheters, and providing tube faedinQs.
" l-lorne Repair: Programs that help older adults keep their homes in good condition before any problems become
major. Volunteers may visit a home to patch a leaky roof, repair faulty plumbing, or insulate drafty walls.
o I-jomue Modification: Programs that provide housing adaptations arid/or renovations to increase ease of use,
safety, security, arid independence. Some|oca|,state,Federa|,andvo|un1eerprog/amsprovidespecia|Xrahts,
loans, arid other assistance for modifications.
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provide guidance and connections -to available services arid resources.
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Home -delivered meals, popularly known as Meals on Wheels, are nutritious meals delivered
to older adults who are hornebound. Congregate meals provide opportunities for people to enjoy a meal and
socialize with other seniors in their communities.
y Personal Cope: Personal care services assist individuals with funct/ona| impairmenlsto bathe, dress, shop, walk,
housekeep, and eat. Services also include general Supervision, provision ol emotional security, and assistance
with securing health care 0omappropriate Sources.
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" 5an|ar Housing Options: Assisted living, retirement communities, nursing facilities, government -assisted
housing and shared housing.
" Senior Cam0er Progrims. Senior Centers offer a variety of recreational and educational programs, seminars,
events, and activities for older adults with varying activity levels.
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They also address issues related to supplemental insurance and long-term care insurance options.
" Telephone Reassmramre: Provides regular contact and safety check by trained volunteers to reassure and
support senior citizens and disabled persons who are homebound.
o Transportation: Door-to-cloor transportation for older adults and people with disabilities who do not have
private transportation and are unable toutilize public transportation.
" Volunteer Services: There are numerous programs and opportunities available for older adults to volunteer in
their community such as meal delivery, daily telephone reassurance, friendly visiting, and insurance counseling.
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