IN HOME ASSISTANCE VOUCHER PROGRAM
Northeast Colorado Area Agency on Aging provides vouchers for homemaker and chore services. Eligible clients will identify their own person that will provide the services. Northeast Colorado Area Agency on Aging will then issue a voucher to the client to reimburse what was paid to the homemaker and/or chore provider.
Northeast Colorado Area Agency on Aging provides vouchers for homemaker and chore services. Eligible clients will identify their own person that will provide the services. Northeast Colorado Area Agency on Aging will then issue a voucher to the client to reimburse what was paid to the homemaker and/or chore provider.
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The Homemaker Services Voucher Program is available for individuals 60 and older who require assistance in their home to sustain independent living in a safe and healthy home environment. Examples of possible homemaker assistance request can include, and are not limited to the following:
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Plan and prepare meals, including special diet needs
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Clean up after meals
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Wash dishes and other kitchen utensils
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Clean kitchen counters, cupboards and appliances, including oven, stove and inside refrigerator
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Clean bathroom and fixtures
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Make beds and change sheets
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Sweep, vacuum and scrub floors
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Tidy and dust the home
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Wash clothes and linens
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Iron and mend clothes
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Wash inside windows and clean blinds that are within reach without climbing
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Bag all house trash and put out for pickup
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Shop for essentials – groceries, cleaning supplies, etc.
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Run essential errands – get medications, post mail, etc.
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Read/write essential correspondence for impaired clients
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Help clients (when possible) to perform household tasks on their own
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The Chore Services Voucher is available to assist around the outside of your home.
Need help with yardwork? Grass? Leaves? Snow removal? Chore services can help you maintain the home you love.
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Material Aid Vouchers are available to assist with home repairs, Assistive technology equipment, Medical equipment, Eye glasses, and Hearing aids