Elder & Family Case Management Services: The Elder Services Unit (ESU) assists older residents of Kent County with a variety of programs including:

Co-Pay Program: Client (age 65 and over, meet annual income guidelines) pays either $3 or $5.50 per hour for services of a certified nursing assistant.

Waiver Program: Medicaid eligible client with nursing home level of care may receive home based services.

Assisted Living Case Management:  Medicaid eligible clients may receive subsidized care in local assisted living facilities.

Protective Services: Case managers provide supportive services for older residents referred through Department of Elderly Affairs.

General Assessment: Complete needs assessment and assistance for client and/or caregiver to develop an effective plan of care.

For further information please call 401-732-4660 ext.124 or e-mail Jdelbonis@westbaycap.org.

Office operates weekdays from 8:30AM to 4:30PM.

Sustainable Options For Seniors

Funded through a grant from the United Way of RI, the case management program focuses on Kent County elders who may be experiencing difficulty in remaining in their own homes. The case manager will provide on-on-one counseling which specifically addresses financial issues and home maintenance.

For more information call Cynthia Graves at 401-732-4660 ext. 135 or email cgraves@westbaycap.org

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