NY Connects is the single point of entry for long term services and supports for people of any age or payer source.NY Connects can provide information about: Home Care Caregiver Supports Care Coordination Respite Care Transportation Financial Benefits Home Delivered Meals Health Insurance Information Additional Services & Supports

This services provides health insurance counseling and assistance filling out forms, answering questions regarding Medicare, Medicare part D, Medicaid, health insurance issues, Prescription cards, etc. Also offers financial assistance with gas, electric or fuel oil bills for older adults who may be struggling.

Provides information, counseling and education on long term care insurance and on the NYS partnership for long term care. Helps individuals assess whether it is appropriate for them, and if so, provides information on how to choose a policy.

Specially trained staff provides information and referral and offers counseling on finances, health, family, housing, and other matters for persons 60+ yrs.

Promotes and provides access to appropriate and cost effective long term care services for all residents of Saint Lawrence County. Provides information and referral services to consumers and providers regarding long term care and supports.

Provides advice, information and referral for services to caregivers regarding many issues, including housing, a lending library, find resources, counseling, health insurance counseling, and more.

Certified Application Counselors are available to assist patients access medical services by providing health insurance application and enrollment assistance via the New York State of Health Marketplace.

Certified Application Counselors are available to assist patients access medical services by providing health insurance application and enrollment assistance via the New York State of Health Marketplace.

Offers information and referral about a variety of needs for individuals who require long term care. Also provides support, respite, counseling, and guidance services for those who are home care givers, including a range of services and varying levels of assistance for those who are long-term caregivers. Also provides a monthly support group with dinner and respite services.

HIICAP provides free, accurate and objective information, counseling, assistance and advocacy on Medicare, private health insurance, and related health coverage plans. HIICAP helps people with Medicare, their representatives, or persons soon to be eligible for Medicare. In person, or over the phone, trained staff and volunteers will answer your questions.

Administers Medicaid program to assist eligible individuals in our community in obtaining necessary and appropriate medical care through programs such as Medicaid, Medicaid Social Security Income (SSI), Child Health Plus, Personal Care Supports including nursing and personal care aids, managed care insurance, and long-term care supports, among others. Child/Teen Health Program is a preventive health program which provides continuing medical care to your children. Also provides for burial when a Temporary Assistance recipient or other indigent person dies leaving no funds or insurance sufficient to pay the cost and there are no relatives, friends or other persons liable or willing to take responsibility for the burial expense. Office serves as a Cooling Center during times of excessive heat. Always call ahead to make sure a Cooling Center is open before going there.

Assists participants of NYS Long Term Care (MLTC) Fully Integrated Duals Advantage (FIDA) and Long Term Support Services (LISS) in managed care programs. Services include training and education, information and advice to caregivers and advocates, advocacy, and legal representation.

Information and counseling on Medicare and related health insurance coverage

AARP provides information on how to manage caregiving finances and obtain legal caregiving documents including advance care directives, long-term care insurance, wills, and powers of attorney.

Helpline dedicated to answer questions about policies, help plan for the financing of their long-term care as well as other long-term care insurance policies available in New York state.

Certified Application Counselors are available to assist patients access medical services by providing health insurance application and enrollment assistance via the New York State of Health Marketplace.

Administers Medicaid program to assist eligible individuals in our community in obtaining necessary and appropriate medical care through programs such as Medicaid, Child Health Plus, Medicaid Social Security Income (SSI), Personal Care Supports including nursing and personal care aids, managed care insurance, and long-term care supports, among others. Child/Teen Health Program is a preventive health program which provides continuing medical care to your children. Also provides for burial when a Temporary Assistance recipient or other indigent person dies leaving no funds or insurance sufficient to pay the cost and there are no relatives, friends or other persons liable or willing to take responsibility for the burial expense. Office serves as a Cooling Center during times of excessive heat. Always call ahead to make sure a Cooling Center is open before going there.

Provides support, assistance and advocacy for individuals and families needing help with issues relating to disabilities.

Resource center offers information and free unbiased consultation on insurance, to residents of Westchester county.

Provides one stop access to comprehensive information and assistance on long term services and supports for people of all ages or with any type of disability. Services include public education, Long-Term Care Council, and options counseling/person-centered counseling.

Provides information, education, and counseling for individuals with questions regarding medical bills, Medicare, Medicare Advantage programs (managed care), Medicare prescription drug coverage, Medigap, and other health and long term care insurance.

Provides information for residents 60 years of age or older when they need help understanding the various health insurance options such as Medicare, supplemental insurance policies (Medigap policies), prescription drug plans (Medicare Part D), EPIC and Medicare Advantage plans.

Offers free information and guidance on many long term care options and services available to Tioga County residents.

Provides information, education, and counseling for individuals struggling to understand medical bills, Medicare, Managed Care, and other health insurances.