Senior Care

Maximize health benefits in your senior years

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    Overview

    Once you reach your golden years, it’s more important than ever to stay informed about your overall health. Take advantage of all the benefits the State of Alaska offers to seniors and start improving your wellbeing today.

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    Resources

    Services

    Adult Day Services (ADS)

    Supports day care services for adults with Alzheimer's and related disorders

    Caregivers Public

    Adult Protective Services (APS) Report of Harm

    Report when a vulnerable adult suffers from abuse or neglect

    Caregivers Public

    Alaska 211

    Call center connecting people to community, health, and social services

    Public

    Apply for Medicaid

    A federal program providing free or low-cost healthcare to those who qualify

    Caregivers Public

    Centralized Reporting

    Report abuse or neglect in assisted living homes or by care providers

    Public

    Community First Choice CFC

    CFC offers long-term care at home for those who need it

    Public

    Complex Behavior Collaborative

    Consultation to help providers better serve aggressive, assaultive patients

    Providers Caregivers Public

    Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES)

    An in-person program to teach how to manage diabetes on a daily basis

    Public

    Fresh Start

    Free programs for better health

    Public

    ​​General Relief Assisted Living Home Program

    Temporary financial assistance for adults requiring an assisted living home

    Providers Caregivers Public

    Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Grants

    Grants for programs that help older adults maintain a healthy lifestyle

    Providers Caregivers Public

    Heating Assistance Program (HAP)

    Helps​ offset the cost of home heating for eligible Alaskan residents

    Business Public

    Help with Medicare Costs

    Financial help for the costs of your Medicare Part D prescription drug plan

    Public

    Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waivers

    Caregivers Public

    Nutrition, Transportation, and Support Services Grants for Seniors

    Funding for non-profit agencies providing meals and transportation services

    Business Provider Facilities Caregivers

    Personal Care Services (PCS) Program

    Home care services for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and shopping

    Public

    Self-Measured Blood Pressure (SMBP) Program

    Online or in-person training about measuring and managing your blood pressure

    Public

    Senior Benefits Program

    Cash benefits for Alaskan seniors aged 65+ with low to moderate income

    Public

    Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program

    Provides low-income seniors with checks to use for fresh, Alaska-grown produce

    Public

    Senior In-Home Services Grants

    Case management and daily chore services for low-income individuals aged 60+

    Caregivers Public

    Senior Residential Services (SRS) Grants

    Funds to support rural providers offering residential services for seniors

    Provider Facilities Providers

    Education

    Alaska Senior Fall Prevention

    Dementia Education and Prevention Program

    Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention Education

    Medicare

    Medicare Fraud and Abuse

    Senior & Disabilities Provider Training

    State Plan for Senior Services

    Assisted Living/Nursing Facilities

    Services

    Adult Day Services (ADS)

    Supports day care services for adults with Alzheimer's and related disorders

    Assisted Living Licensing

    Inspections of adult residential facilities to ensure full compliance

    ​​General Relief Assisted Living Home Program

    Temporary financial assistance for adults requiring an assisted living home

    Long-Term Care Authorization

    Required approval to get into a nursing home or other long-term care facility

    Senior Residential Services (SRS) Grants

    Funds to support rural providers offering residential services for seniors

    Education

    Cash & Housing

    Services

    Adult Public Assistance (APA)

    Cash assistance for aged, blind, and disabled Alaskans who need help

    Heating Assistance Program (HAP)

    Helps​ offset the cost of home heating for eligible Alaskan residents

    Senior Benefits Program

    Cash benefits for Alaskan seniors aged 65+ with low to moderate income

    Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program

    Provides low-income seniors with checks to use for fresh, Alaska-grown produce

    Education

    Free Counseling & Support

    Services

    Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC)

    Free personal guidance on services for people with disabilities and for seniors

    Developmental Disabilities Resource Connection (DDRC)

    Helps those with developmental disabilities access supports and services

    Family Caregiver Support Program

    Help for caregivers raising grandchildren or caring for someone 60 and over

    Medicare Counseling

    Free personal counseling for Medicare beneficiaries and their families

    Education

    Home-based Care

    Services

    Community First Choice CFC

    CFC offers long-term care at home for those who need it

    Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waivers

    Personal Care Services (PCS) Program

    Home care services for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and shopping

    Senior In-Home Services Grants

    Case management and daily chore services for low-income individuals aged 60+

    Education

    Medicaid

    Services

    1115 Behavioral Health Medicaid Services

    Expansion to Medicaid that covers mental health and substance use conditions

    Alaska Medicaid Coordinated Care Initiative (AMCCI)

    Apply for Medicaid

    A federal program providing free or low-cost healthcare to those who qualify

    Behavioral Health Medicaid Provider Assistance

    Case Management Services

    Case management for patients with serious injuries or chronic conditions

    Health Insurance Premium Payment Program

    Helps Medicaid recipients who have medical coverage pay health insurance costs

    Medicaid Provider Assistance

    Help and support resources for Medicaid providers

    Medicaid Provider Enrollment

    To become an enrolled provider for Medicaid, complete an online application

    Medicaid Transportation

    Covers travel to and from health care facilities for Medicaid patients

    Education

    Alaska Medicaid Provider Portal

    Alaska Medicaid Provider Portal

    Drug Lookup Tool

    Drug Lookup Tool

    Prior Authorization Medication List

    Service Authorizations

    Medicare

    Services

    Help with Medicare Costs

    Medicare Counseling

    Education

    Medicare

    Medicare Drug Plans

    Explore your Medicare coverage options

    Medicare Fraud and Abuse

    Medicare Publications and Education

    Read and order free Medicare products in a variety of formats.

    Medicare Website

    Welcome to Medicare

    Nutrition

    Services

    Alaska Quest Card

    An Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card for purchasing food and other items

    Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)

    Provides nutritious, healthy food to low-income seniors (60+ years)

    Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Grants

    Grants for programs that help older adults maintain a healthy lifestyle

    Nutrition, Transportation, and Support Services Grants for Seniors

    Funding for non-profit agencies providing meals and transportation services

    Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program

    Provides low-income seniors with checks to use for fresh, Alaska-grown produce

    Education

    Physical Activity and Nutrition

    Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed)