Division of Aging and Adult Services The mission of the Division of Aging and Adult Services is to protect the right of older citizens while expanding their opportunities and access to quality services. Our vision is for each older citizen to live the best life possible.
MS Department of Medicaid Services a national health care program. It helps pay for medical services for low-income people. For those eligible for full Medicaid services, Medicaid is paid to providers of health care. Providers are doctors, hospitals and pharmacists who accept Medicaid.
Administration on Aging (AoA)AOA is part of the Department of Health & Human Services, administers and funds programs and services for older people. The web site has a wealth of information, including government policy updates, fact sheets, health information, resources.
GovBenefits.gov helps citizens access government benefit eligibility information through a free, confidential, and easy-to-use online screening tool. After answering some basic questions, the user receives a customized report listing of local-links of the benefit programs for which the user, or person for whom he or she is entering information, may be eligible.
Benefits Checkup helps thousands of people every day to connect to private or government programs that help them pay for prescription drugs, health care, utilities, and other needs.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)Provides information on medications, health care and nutrition, as well as other information geared specifically toward older people.
MS Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program answers questions and counsels Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers about Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage, Medicare prescription drug plans, long-term care insurance and other health insurance concerns.
Find your local Social Security Office by typing in your zip code. The Social Security Office can tell you about Retirement Benefits, Disability Benefits, Medicare Part D, Medicare and Medicaid, and Survivors Benefits.
Mississippi Division of Veteran's Affairs Complete listing of local VA offices in your county. The function of the Division of Veterans Affairs is to assist veterans and their families in the presentation, processing, proof and establishment of claims, privileges, rights and benefits as they may be entitled to under Federal, State or local laws.
Adult Protective Services Adult Protective Services includes the process of investigating allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable adults residing in private home settings, as well as any follow-up services provided to those vulnerable adults (by DFCS) as a result of the investigations
Local Chapters of the Alzheimer's Association Chapters of the Alzheimer's Association learn about programs and services available in your area, including support groups and educational workshops.
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