and have a van to pick up and drop off the residents. It provides
daily care for patients in need. One can still live in one’s own house
while enjoying the benefits of a safe daytime place where they can
socialize and be engaged. Quite often, the cost is paid by the state
for patients who have low income and qualify for subsidies.
2. PROTECTING SENIORS THROUGH CRIME VICTIM
SERVICES, FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND GUARD-
IANSHIP.
Crime victim services are available for adults aged 60 and older who
have suffered financial exploitation; physical, emotional or sexual
abuse; robbery or burglary; caregiver neglect and other crimes. This
population is particularly vulnerable to scammers and con artists.
The crime victim advocates help in filing police reports, acquiring
protective orders in cases of domestic violence, working with the
police or courts, finding short-term emergency housing in case
of caregiver abuse, filing crime victim compensation claims and
accessing community services.
Financial management can range from a representative payee,
where Elderserve manages a client’s government benefits for them, to
conservatorship where they manage all of a client’s financial affairs.
Guardianship is for adults who cannot manage their own affairs
and may be at risk of neglect, abuse and/or financial exploitation. As
a court-appointed guardian, ElderServe manages financial resources
using bonded and insured staff members, arranges appropriate,
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3. OVERCOMING SOCIAL ISOLATION THROUGH THE
FRIENDLY VISITOR PROGRAM, TELECARE AND SE-
NIOR COMPANIONS.
The Friendly Visitor Program is a great option to combat loneliness
and social isolation in an older population. A visitor can make all
the difference in brightening a life and improving health. Volunteers
are matched with a senior who holds similar interests, agreeing to
visit at least twice a month for one year or more.
Telecare offers a way to check on a senior’s well-being. Weekday
calls give many older adults a sense of security and reducing lone-
liness can improve health.
A senior companion is another option for seniors. The goal is
to manage active, low income adults aged 55 and older with frail
or isolated peers. It is best described as “seniors helping seniors.”
They provide caregivers with a break, take clients to appointments
or shopping, help prepare meals and join in activities such as arts,
crafts and games. They also join together for service projects.
4. PROMOTING WELLNESS THROUGH ACTIVE
CHOICES AND A SENIOR CENTER.
Active Choices supports adults aged 60 and older who are home-
bound or can’t get out often. It’s essential to help these seniors
develop custom goals for adding physical activity daily.
The senior center offers access to a care manager who can help
access community resources. It also offers educational sessions
on diabetes, cholesterol and medication management. Wellness
checks include blood pressure and podiatry, as well as vision and
hearing screenings.
The need for organizations like Elderserve is growing. The num-
ber of people aged 85 and older is projected to triple between 2015
and 2040. The message from the CEO, Julie Guenthner, summarizes
their goal very well:
“The burgeoning population of older adults certainly presents chal-
lenges, but at ElderServe, we see opportunities. We could not have
made it this far without a strong team of employees, partners, donors
and volunteers. Thanks to your help, we know we’re well-positioned
to be a life raft for so many in the “silver tsunami.”
Disclaimer:
Dr. Saleem serves on the board of Elderserve. Much of the informa-
tion above is obtained from the website www.elderserveinc.org.
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Contact Michele R. Graham, CPA, MST
800.880.7800 • www.hsccpa.com
Louisville, KY • Evansville, KY
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Dr. Saleem practices Family Medicine at KentuckyOne Family Practice
Associates and is medical director for various long-term health care
facilities in the Metro Louisville Area. He is the President of the Kentucky
Medical Director’s Association, and serves on the board of directors for
Doctors for Healthy Communities, Muslim Americans for Compassion,
Elderserve, and the Louisville Islamic Center.