Information, Advocacy, Assistance with Health Insurance

We have expanded our services to help all those in need; all ages are welcome. Our offered in home and community support services will make a positive impact on your well being and quality of life. Services include: Companion Care, Personal Grooming and Dressing, Housekeeping, Meal Preparation and Cooking, Community outings, Transportation to Appointments, Errands/Shopping, Reminders, Pet Care, Home Maintenance and Small Repairs, Landscaping and Snow Removal, Event Planning, Overnight Care and more.

The Diabetes Assocation of the Southern Tier (DAST) may be able to offer one-time financial assistance for individuals struggling with diabetes.

Advocates assist consumers with application processes for Social Services, Medicaid & Medicare, Disability, Section 8 and more.

EPIC Program participants can save a substantial portion of their costs for prescription drugs.
Recent changes have simplified the Program. Use EPIC for even more savings with the Medicare Prescription Drug Program. We will be able to give you all the necessary information about guidelines, payment schedules, processing your application and registering for this program.
(914) 813-6300 or 1-(800) 332-3742

Information on filing and appealing claims and on availability of Medicare supplement policies and their premiums. Also information on Long Term Care policies for nursing home costs. Additionally, the Medicare Buy-in program is made available, providing eligible persons with return to their Social Security check of the Medicate deduction, and in some cases, the equivalent of a free Plan C Medicare Supplement Policy.

Medicaid is an income and resource eligible program for New Yorkers who can't afford to pay for medical care. Services covered include inpatient and out patient hospital care, physician services, skilled nursing care, laboratory and x-ray services, optical, dental, early and periodic screening of children, home health care services and medical transportation services. You must use providers who accept Medicaid.

It is not necessary to appear in person for a Medicaid Interview. Persons may call 315-798-5511 to have an application mailed to them. Applications may be retuned by mail with required documentation and eligibility determination will be made and the individual will be notified of their eligibility. Applications may also be obtained in person at 800 Park Avenue, Utica NY 1st Floor or 300 W Dominick St, Rome. People under 65 years of age and not in receipt of Medicare can apply through New York State of Health at 1-855-355-5777 or www.NYStateofhealth.ny.gov

Medical Transportation - 1-855-852-3288

Home Care Services - 315-798-5456

Lost Benefits Card - 315-798-5511

M/SSI - 315-793-6270

Assistors assist small businesses, individuals and families in enrolling in affordable Health Insurance.

1-NY Medicaid Choice 1-888-401-6582 for dual eligible (Medicaid/Medicare) to assist with picking a plan, if they require Community Based Services for over 120 days

2-*NY Medicaid Choice 1-800-505-5678 for Non Dual Eligible to assist with picking a mainstream managed Medicaid Plan.

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Our Medicaid Service Coordination Program can help you access services you need in order to live a full and independent life.

How does the program work?

A Medicaid Service Coordinator (MSC) will work with you to develop an Individualized Service Plan (ISP) that will help you maximize your capabilities and reach your goals. Your Medicaid Service Coordinator will also play an active role in helping you access community resources by communicating with service providers and advocating for quality services.

What types of services can my MSC help me access?

Depending on your interests and needs, your MSC can link you to:

•Respite services

•Recreation programs

•Residential placement

•Community or day habilitation programs

•Entitlements and family reimbursements

•Employment services

•Adaptive technologies

•Environmental modifications

•Equipment loan closets

Am I eligible?

In order to qualify for Medicaid Service Coordination, participants must:

•Have a qualifying diagnosis through the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) such as an intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, a neurological impairment with onset prior to the age of 22. Click here to visit the OPWDD website to learn more about OPWDD eligibility.

•Cannot be currently enrolled in other service coordination programs

•Cannot live in a residence that includes service coordination (nursing home, developmental centers, intermediate care facilities, etc.)

If you have any questions, free free to contact us to learn more.