I'd rather be taken care of at home; do I have to go to a nursing home?

Older adults have the right to decide where they receive care. Even if you are medically eligible for nursing home care, you can choose to receive care at home through services from Office of Aging or other agencies.


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1. What is the OPTIONS Program?
2. Can I get financial help from the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) to care for my loved one at home?
3. Who is eligible for Options services?
4. Do I have to pay for OPTIONS services?
5. Why do I have to go through that long home visit and interview when all I need is a little help with my bath?
6. I'd rather be taken care of at home; do I have to go to a nursing home?
7. What if I disagree with decisions for my care made by the caseworkers?
8. Can the Office of Aging supply me with incontinence pads?