The Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders (CHCPE), managed by the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS), is dedicated to helping individuals aged 65 and older remain in their homes and communities. This vital program offers a range of medical and non-medical services designed to support frail elders, preventing unnecessary institutionalization.
CHCPE aims to deliver comprehensive care at home, ensuring that the cost of these services does not exceed the expense of institutional care. The program is funded to provide various essential services, including professional case management, skilled visiting nurse services, assistance from home health aides, chore services, homemaker support, adult day care programs, nutritious home-delivered meals, companion services, crucial respite care for family caregivers, reliable transportation options, and emergency response systems. Furthermore, CHCPE can facilitate access to other necessary services tailored to foster independent living for seniors in Connecticut.
While there are no strict income limitations to participate in the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders, the cost of care is determined using a sliding fee scale, making it accessible to a broad range of individuals. Asset limits are considered based on income level. Even for seniors who may need to pay the full cost of care, CHCPE offers significant value by providing essential case management and care oversight, expertly coordinated by dedicated Connecticut Home Care Program case managers.
To make a referral or begin the application process for the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders, individuals can easily submit referrals online through the Ascend referral portal at: https://www.ascendami.com/CTHomeCareForElders/default/. For further information or to initiate an application, please call the toll-free helpline at 1-800-445-5394 and select option 4 for direct assistance.
For those seeking additional resources and information related to long-term care in Connecticut, the State of Connecticut’s My Place CT website offers valuable guidance: www.myplacect.org.
To locate providers within Connecticut’s Community Resources Database for the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders, please visit: Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders Providers.
Source: Connecticut Department of Social Services. Content Last Reviewed: July 2024.
