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CATHOLIC CHARITIES
Provider Programs:

Our bonded homemakers provide biweekly household services including:

Housecleaning
Meal Preparation
Shopping
Laundry
Errands
Telephone Reassurance
Visiting

Personalized support is based on individual need. Homemakers are available for two 2-hour visits per month and scheduling is done through our office. Our goal is to assist the older person to live independently in his or her own home.

For information, call (209) 529-3784. We are located at 400 12^th St, Suite 4, Modesto, 95354. The office is open 8:30-4:30, Monday through Friday.

ASSISTED TRANSPORTATION  "Senior Connection"

If you are 60 years of age or older, unable to access public transportation due to physical limitations or live in a geographically isolated area, the "Senior Connection", a 7-passenger van,  is at your service.
Wheelchair accessible.
Safe – Secure – Dependable – Dignified – Caring

They offer door-to-door pick-up and return transportation with assistance as needed.

Whether you have a one-time or on-going need or know someone who can benefit from our services, it will be a pleasure to explain our services more fully. Our personalized support is available to transport you to various appointments. According to your needs, you will be escorted door-to-door or further.

Please schedule transportation needs one week in advance. Last minute appointments will be accommodated when schedule permits. Donations accepted.

For reservations and detailed information, please call 529-3784. We are located at 400 12^th St., Suite 4, Modesto, 95354. To serve you we are available 8:30-2:30, Monday through Friday, depending upon your need and location.

ELDER ABUSE PREVENTION

SEAPA- Stanislaus Elder Abuse Prevention Alliance

SEAPA, under the administrative direction and support of Catholic Charities, was established in December 1997 to explore elder abuse issues in-depth, and to protect and preserve the rights, safety and well-being of seniors.

SEAPA addresses the needs of abused elders and those elderly persons who are vulnerable to abuse by increased awareness of elder abuse dynamics through outreach, advocacy, education and public awareness. SEAPA coordinates elder abuse training programs, workshops and conferences with agencies, senior groups and law enforcement.Everyone can help in the efforts to protect vulnerable older people from all types of abuse, neglect and exploitation. Depending on who you are, your role may be different from that of others who are concerned about elder abuse.

SEAPA is located at 400 12^th St, Suite 4, Modesto.
For further information, call (209) 529-0441.

If you are a concerned citizen, you can take the following steps:

For seniors and dependent adults living in the community, contact:

Adult Protective Services – 1-800-336-4316

For seniors living in nursing homes or residential care homes, contact:

Long Term Care Ombudsman – (209) 529-3784

Ombudsman Emergency – 1-800-231-4024

OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM

A Program to Enhance the Quality of Life in Long-Term Care Facilities

Do you have a question about nursing homes or board and care homes? If you or someone you know lives in a nursing home or a board and care home? Your ombudsman would like to meet you. They are advocates for the residents and can help with:

Patient care issues
Patient’s rights
Costs or itemized charges
Food or special diets
Medication
Activity programs
Medi-Cal or Medicare
Community resources
Conservatorships
Legal matters i.e. Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care
Abuse, neglect or financial exploitation
State inspection reports
Federal and state regulations
Care in the least restrictive environment
Any other concerns affecting a resident.

Ombudsman services are confidential and free.

An ombudsman:

-Is a trained state certified volunteer who works under the guidance of the California State Ombudsman.

-Is an advocate for the quality of life and care for residents in skilled nursing facilities and residential care facilities.

-Seeks to resolve complaints and concerns communicated by or on behalf of residents of long-term care facilities.

-Works with facility administration and staff, state, county and local agencies, family members, concerned citizens objectively investigating and resolving issues that affect residents in long-term care facilities.

-Provides a presence in long-term care facilities through regular visits.

For the Stanislaus County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, call (209) 529-3784.

The Ombudsman Emergency Phone Number is 1-800-231-4024. We are located at 400 12^th St, Suite 4, Modesto, 95354. Office hours are 8:30-4:30, Monday through Friday.

Other Programs:

To Our Senior Friends:

Do you sometimes feel your independence is threatened when day-to-day tasks seem overwhelming?

Family may be far away or nonexistent, lack of transportation can mean isolation, physical limitations make it hard to perform simple tasks, opportunities for socialization are limited. The Volunteer Ambassador Program is designed to assist.

"Ambassadors" are seniors like yourself who recognize the need and have the time, energy, capability and willingness to assist those who need help. Safety, security, peace of mind are important. Remaining independent, being involved in the community and getting personal needs met can be reflected in quality of life.

Let us know how we can help. It is our pleasure to serve when we can at no charge to you.

For information, call Catholic Charities Senior Services at (209) 557-5870. We are located at 400 12^th St, Suite 4, Modesto, 95354.

Homeward Bound is a cooperative program between local law enforcement agencies, Miller’s Place, and SEAPA. Homeward Bound is a senior identification program that provides added assurance and safety to the senior living alone, or one who may become confused on a trip to the grocery store or during a stroll through the neighborhood.
For information call Miller’s Place at (209) 521-0507 or SEAPA at (209) 529-3784.

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