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Capital Area Agency on Aging, Inc., is a nonprofit corporation governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.

Services offered in West Baton Rouge Parish include:

Aging and Disability Resource Center

laAnswersLogoSmall The Aging and Disability Resource Center offers a “one-stop-shop” for public and private programs at the community level that will help individuals make informed decisions about their service and support options.

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Caregiver Support

Supportive services (respite care, sitter services) for family caregivers of older persons..

Homemaker

Provides assistance with light housework, shopping or paying bills.

Transportation

Provides transportation to places such as senior centers, medical appointments and social service agencies.

Congregate Meals

Nutritionally balanced meals served in community settings.

Home Delivered Meals

Nutritionally balanced meals delivered to homebound frail or disabled elderly.

Medical Alert

Provides emergency response units.

Long Term Care Ombudsmen Services

LOUISIANA-OMBUDSMAN-PROGRAM Long Term Care Ombudsmen investigate and resolve complaints made by or on behalf of residents of long-term care facilities. Long-term care facilities include nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and personal care homes. Ombudsmen also assist consumers and potential consumers with the process of choosing a facility.

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Prescription Drug Assistance (SenioRx)

seniorx-small The SenioRx Program connects qualified, low-income people with discount prescription drugs, direct from the pharmaceutical manufacturer.

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Utility Assistance

Provides short-term assistance to low-income elderly who meet eligibility and have Entergy Utilities.

Legal Assistance

Legal advice, counseling, and representation provided by professional legal service corporations.

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Wellness

Services to maintain and/or improve mental and physical well being (exercise, health screenings, medication management education, nutrition education, socialization and recreation).

Telephoning

Telephone calls to check on older persons.