Hill County Council on Aging

 

Area X Agency on Aging/Hill County Council on Aging, is dedicated to promoting the general welfare of senior citizens, in seeking out ways to enrich their lives.  A variety of services are available to meet the needs of our aging population.  For more information on the following services, please contact the Havre Senior Center at 265-5464. 

 

 

IN-HOME SERVICES:

Who’s eligible?

Individuals who are 60 years and over, or disabled.  These individuals are referred to the agency by a physician.

 

Services Available:

Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, medication setup and monitoring, homemaking, shopping, escorts, meal preparation, laundry, case management, etc.

 

CONGREGATE MEALS:

These meals are served daily at the Havre and Rudyard Senior Centers, except during the holidays.  Gildford has a nutrition site located at the Baptist Church, which serves on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.  Meals are 1/3 of the daily food requirements.  Some special diet requests are honored, but need to be approved by the head cook.

 

HOME DELIVERED MEALS:

Who’s eligible?

Individuals who are home bound, and 60 years and over (and their spouse, regardless of age).

Others may qualify under specific services.

 

Services Available:

Meals are delivered Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.  Extra meals may be ordered for Wednesday, weekends, and Holidays.  Meals are 1/3 of the daily food requirements.  Some special diet requests are honored, but need to be approved by the head cook.

 

TRANSPORTATION:

Who’s eligible?

Individuals who are 60 years and over (and their spouse, regardless of age), or those disabled.

 

Services Available:

Transportation is available to and from scheduled outings.  Trips are scheduled to Great Falls once a month.  For individuals in need of special assistance, or wheelchair bound, a van is available upon request.

 

*A Disabled American Veterans Van is available to transport qualified veterans and qualifying spouses, for medical treatment.  A schedule is posted monthly with dates and times of departure from the Havre Senior Center to Great Falls, or Fort Harrison.

 

RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM (RSVP):

Who’s eligible?

Individuals who are 55 years or older.

 

BENEFITS:

Seniors remain active and involved in their community.  This is a rewarding way of offering their talents to the community.

Seniors have their choice of volunteer hours.  These opportunities may be for a nonprofit organization, or for a community event. 

Annual RSVP Recognition Dinner for volunteers.

 

 

SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES:

Who’s eligible?

Individuals who are 60 years and older, as well as their spouse.

 

BENEFITS:

Individuals will receive a monthly newsletter and calendar of events. 

Blood Pressure checks are done monthly. 

Special speakers and presentations are scheduled throughout the months, as well as special trips.

 

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES:

The Havre Senior Center provides nutrition dinners, bingo, bowling, pool, pinochle, bridge, dancing, quilting, and other scheduled events.

 

Assistance Available:  

*Home Owner and Renter Credit                        *Medicare questions and concerns (AIMS)

*Tax Assistance                                                   *Insurance assistance with Medicare paperwork

*Medicaid Applications                                         and Supplemental Insurance (SHIP)

*Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP). 

*Additional services and forms are available, depending on need.

 

Please contact the Havre Senior Center for more information, 265-5464.  The Havre Senior Center is located at #2 West Second Street.  Hill County Council on Aging provides administration to all Senior Citizen Programs located in the county area.

Copyright © 2004 [Hill County]. All rights reserved.
Revised: February 18, 2004 .