Services
The Marion County Council on Aging provides funding for senior services by awarding annual contracts to local agencies and service providers. Most of these services are provided to our older adults Monday – Friday, on a donation basis. The Council ensures high standards of professionalism and performance from their service providers. In 2012, the Board of Directors approved the following contracts for services:
TRANSPORTATION:
Marion Senior Center: 740-387-5444
County-wide transportation for ambulatory clients.
OnSite ATS: 740-244-2009
This service is for seniors who need a lift-equipped vehicle for essential needs, such as medical, shopping, etc. Can also provide transportation to the Columbus and Delaware areas, for medical purposes only.
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IN-HOME SERVICES:
In-Home Care provides basic housekeeping services such as sweeping, dusting, cleaning, laundry, etc. Can also provide assistance with personal care such as bathing, grooming, dressing, caregiver respite, and other personal needs. Donations for this service are encouraged.
Interim HealthCare of Ohio: 740-387-0319
Signature Health Services: 740-751-3812
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HOME-DELIVERED MEALS:
A hot, nutritious meal delivered Monday – Friday.
Ohio Heartland Community Action Center: 740-383-2154
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SHOPPING ASSISTANCE:
Assistance for the home-bound for essential needs such as groceries and prescriptions.
Marion Senior Center: 740-387-6100
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CHORE SERVICES:
Basic Chore services such as minor electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs.
Ohio Heartland Community Action Center: 740-383-2154
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ADULT DAY CARE:
This service provides Adult Day Care services, such as meals, therapy, social and therapeutic activities, medication management, etc. in a sheltered and safe setting.
Kingston Residence of Marion: 740-389-2311
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CARE COORDINATION AND ALZHEIMER’S SERVICES:
A licensed Social Worker is available to do in-home consultation for those needing help in locating services. Family and care-giver support and educational services are also available.
Ronnie Henson: 740-387-0401
Most of these services are provided on a donation basis and many require a pre-service assessment to determine service appropriateness and level of need.
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