DCOFA Continuing Care | DUTCHESS COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING (DCOFA)

Office for the Aging Continuing Care provides access to anyone, regardless of age and payment source, to long term care services. Case Managers and Public Health Nurses can assess the clients in their home, the nursing home or in the hospital, establish a realistic plan of care, and provide advice on available funding sources. They may also make suggestions regarding other alternatives such as Adult Day Care, Adult Homes, Assisted Living, Foster Care, Home Health Care, Respite Services, and Nursing Home placement. Office for the Aging / Continuing Care can help arrange for the provision of services, which may include in-home care such as homemaking and personal care, help with paperwork, etc.