Care Coordination creates opportunities for individuals to live independently and thrive in their own homes.
ElderHelp clients receive personal visits in their homes with Care Coordinators to create a customized network of support tailored especially for them. We connect them to community resources and help them navigate health and wellness challenges that can seem overwhelming without the guidance of a trusted advocate.
Clients are matched with vetted volunteers, genuinely dedicated to serving older adults and providing services such as:
- Grocery shopping (either for or with the client)
- Organizing mail and paperwork
- Social outings to the beach, parks, concerts or movies
- Friendly visits to play cards, games or just chat
ElderHelp’s Home Safety & Maintenance service is available through the Care Coordination Program, or for community members in need of a one-time project. Volunteers complete home safety assessments, minor safety related home repairs, replace smoke detectors and lightbulbs, and install safety bars. See Service Area for eligible zip codes in Central, East and North County regions.
Most of our clients live alone and rely on ElderHelp’s vital services to stay healthy and connected to the community. Reducing isolation and the risk of falls in the home through a network of support promotes greater well-being for the client and eases the burden on our overloaded healthcare system.
ELIGIBILITY
To be eligible for Care Coordination:
- You must be 60 or older
- Reside in our service area (see below)
- You must be able to advocate for yourself
SELF ADVOCACY
ElderHelp’s programs are structured to help older adults maintain their independence, therefore it is essential that our clients are able to communicate directly with us to complete assessments and maintain a schedule. The person who would be receiving services directly, must make the initial call to begin the process and manage their own appointments and schedules. While it may seem easier to set up services for a loved one, the program will not be successful unless the individual who will be receiving services is interested, informed, and engaged. ElderHelp does recognize the importance of a good support system and how valuable family is to the team.
SERVICE AREA
Our service area is based on volunteer availability and we are constantly looking to expand our reach. Please fill out the form below to stay updated on newly added service areas if you do not find your zip code listed below.
We currently serve the following areas through our Care Coordination program:
Mid-Central San Diego: 92101, 92102, 92103, 92104, 92105, 92108, 92110, 92111, 92114, 92115, 92116, 92117, 92122, 92123, 92124, 92126
Peninsula/Beaches: 92037, 92106, 92107, 92109, 92118
East County: 92019, 92020, 92021, 92071, 91941, 91942, 91943, 91944, 91945, 91977, 91978, 92119, 92120
North County: 92064, 92127, 92128, 92129, 92131
New! The following zip codes in North County have been added for our Home Safety & Maintenance service only (ie. one-time home safety projects): 92007, 92008, 92009, 92010, 92011, 92024, 92025, 92027, 92054, 92056, 92057, 92058, 92069, 92078, 92081, 92083, 92084
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