Resource Page
Below, you will be able to find other helpful resources.
Elder Abuse
Other Organizations in WNY with similar missions
Caregiver Resources
Equipment Resources/Donations
In-Home Services
Senior Wishes
Transportation Services
Insurance Alternatives/ Add ons
List of Home Accessibility Resources
Equipment Resources
Local alternative resources for obtaining equipment.
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(716) 832-2542
210 St Amelia Dr, Tonawanda
(716) 836-1168
315 Alberta Dr, Amherst
Medical Equipment Donation
CPAP machines
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Medical Equipment Donations
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In-Home Care
Local resources that provide in-home services/care.
716.858.8526
716.754.8313
May be able to provide and cover the cost of a caregiver- restrictions do apply
Connect you with over 200 caregivers to find the one perfect for you. They do not cover salary.
Transportation
Local transportation services
(716) 858-7433
Paratransit Program
*no charge
*no charge
Insurance
Insurance can be confusing, but there is more help out there than you think!
A lot of extra services provided by insurances and other organizations only apply if you qualify for Medicaid. If you already have Medicaid be sure you are enrolled in appropriate health plan (MLTC) and if you don't think you qualify for Medicaid think again...
If you are currently making too much to qualify for Medicaid, read this information regarding Pooled Trusts and reach out to a lawyer to help you get started with the process.
MLTC (Managed Long Term Care)
Elderwood
Pooled Trust Assistance
Center for Elder Law & Justice
WNY Pooled Trust
Elder Abuse Reporting
As a nonprofit that works with older adults and fights for quality of care, we felt it was necessary to provide this information.
Eldercare Locator
Suspected abuse in home- NYS
Suspected abuse in nursing home- NYS
Elder Abuse Hotline
Erie County Dept. Senior Services
What is elder abuse?
Per NYS social services law section 473
Physical: non-accidental use of force that results in bodily injury, pain or impairment.
Emotional: Willful infliction of mental or emotional anguish by threat, humiliation, intimidation or other abusive conduct. Including isolating or frightening.
Active neglect: Willful failure by a caregiver to fulfill caretaking functions and responsibilities. This includes abandonment, deprivation of food, medication, water, heat, cleanliness, eyeglasses, dentures of health-related services.
Passive neglect: non-willful failure to fulfill caretaking responsibilities because of inadequate caregiver knowledge, infirmity or disputing the value of prescribed services.
Signs of Neglect
bedsores, broken bones, bruises, burns, dehydration, insomnia, malnutrition, new medical conditions, poor personal hygiene, personality changes and unexplained injuries.