County Of Herkimer: Departments: NY Connects: Choices for Long Term Care in Herkimer County [Digital Towpath]

NY Connects is available to assist you find the information and assistance you need to help maintain your loved one safely at home. Long term care services and information and resources are available. Our experienced staff are available to discuss your particular situation; you can contact us by phone, email, or in person.

NY Connects: Choices for Long Term Care in Herkimer County

A Parent's Wish
Herkimer County Office for the Aging The Office for the Aging provides many long term care services to senior citizens aged 60 and older.
Herkimer County Human Services Directory
Resource Center for Independent Living (RCIL) The Resource Center for Independent Living, commonly referred to as RCIL, offers services to disabled individuals.
Wheelchair Ramp Design There are some considerations that need to be taken into account when designing a wheelchair ramp. For example, if the slope of the ramp is too steep, the ramp can be downright dangerous. Please visit this site for some free information.
Caregiving Information - Mid-York Library System There are many books available to everyone through your local public library & the Mid-York Library System. The Office for the Aging has purchased numerous books on caregiving to help you to better care for your loved one.
Local Long Term Care Insurance Information Contact Person If you have questions about your long term care insurance policy or before you buy long term care insurance, meet with someone who understands long term care insurance who can help you. The Herkimer County Office for the Aging contracts with Catholic Charities for this service.
Long Term Care Insurance Information
And More Long Term Care Insurance Information
More Long Term Care Insurance Information
Long Term Care Insurance Info by the State of New York
NY Connects - State Web Site
Emergency Preparedness: Taking Responsibility for Your Safety
Cancer Legal Advocacy & Services Project of Legal Aid Society
Home Safety Checklist

Long Term Care Screening Tool (PDF - 64.2 KB) This screening tool is designed to help you determine long term care service needs for your loved one.
Help for Aging in Your Home - also helpful for those with disabilities (PDF - 128.9 KB)
Home Fall Prevention Checklist (PDF - 830.2 KB) Preventing falls is very important, especially for adults with disabilities and senior citizens. Use this checklist to help you ensure your own, or loved ones, safety.
PERS - Personal Emergency Response System (PDF - 201.8 KB) Looking for information about PERS? This will give you some basic information about how they work and how to choose one. Call us for more info 867-1415.
Information about Health & Prescription Drug Discount Cards (PDF - 613.4 KB)
Loan Closets for Borrowing Medical Equipment such as walkers (PDF - 44.3 KB)
Local grocery stores & pharmacies that deliver (PDF - 69.8 KB) Increase your independence and not have to depend on someone to pick up a few things at the store for you!