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• What is the Circuit Breaker for the Elderly?

Answer:

The Circuit Breaker Program is another name for the Property Tax Reduction Program. For qualified applicants, this program reduces property taxes by as much as $ 1,320. The amount of reduction is based on income from the previous calendar year. The property tax reduction will not reduce any solid waste fees, irrigation fees or other fees charged by governmental entities. For more information, go to: http://tax.idaho.gov/i-1051.cfm
 

 

• I am 67 years old. How can I find a part-time job?

Answer:

The Idaho Department of Labor offers an employment program for persons 55 years of age and over who meet the income criteria. Persons are placed in a non-profit agency 20 hours per week at a minimum. Individuals who are not eligible for this program will be referred to other appropriate agencies. Phone 208-236-6710, ext. 3661
 

 

• Is there any agency that can help pay my utility bills?

Answer:

The Energy Assistance Program is housed with the Southeast Idaho Community Action Agency. The phone number is 208-233-7348.
 

 

• Is it possible to have meals delivered to my mother's home?

Answer:

Home Delivered Meals are available throughout the Area Agency on Aging's service area. Go to the Nutrition Page website for county and senior center nutrition information.
 

 

• I am concerned about my elderly parents. They need someone to go to their home and help with cleaning, bathing, and meal preparation. How can I get help for them?

Answer:

Call the Information and Assistance desk at 208-233-4032, ext. 16 for options on services. A Case Manager can go to your parents' home to conduct an assessment of their needs, determine eligibility, and help your parents get the service they need.
 

 

• Can someone help me with my legal problems?

Answer:

Call the Idaho Legal Aid line (208-233-0079) to set up an appointment with an attorney. The attorney will help address a variety of legal issues, but does not accept criminal or fee-generating cases.
 

 

• Can you give me a list of nursing homes in the greater Pocatello and surrounding areas?

Answer:

Yes. We will mail you a list of nursing homes in the Area Agency on Aging service area. Either e-mail your request (see e-mail link below), or call us at 1-800-526-8129.
 

 

• I am having a problem with health insurance. Who can I talk to about it?

Answer:

The Idaho Department of Insurance operates a Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors Program (SHIBA) which provides insurance counseling at no charge. Call 208-236-6044.
 

 

• I'm afraid my neighbor's children are taking advantage of her financially. Is there someone who will look into this?

Answer:

Suspected abuse of a senior adult should be reported to the Adult Protection Service at the Area Agency on Aging. Financial exploitation is the most common type of elder abuse; other types include physical abuse and neglect by a caregiver. Call the Adult Protection Hotline 208-221-0547.
 

 

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