HEART provides volunteer Services that are Free and confidential to all elders ages 65 and older living in the Enderlin/Sheldon area regardless of ability to pay. HEART also arranges for fee-for-service providers.
*HEART is part of a network of community organizations working to help elders remain independent and safe in their homes.
*HEART meets with elders, their families and caregivers to evaluate the situation, identify strengths, help make plans to assure health, safety and a high quality of life for elders in their own homes.
*HEART provides community-based advocacy, support and referrals to local resources, skilled home health care, volunteers and caregivers respite for elders, their families and caregivers.
*HEART is a source for helpful health information and organizes health education, disease prevention and intergenerational activities. *Examples of our services: Newsletter, Transportation, Phone Friends, Friendly Visits, Light Household Chores, Some Simple Household Repairs. Two SHIC Counselors join HEART program to offer additional services:
Carol Christensen and newly trained counselor Debbie Taylor are now part of the HEART program as a SHIC (Senior Health Insurance Counseling Program) Counselor to assist seniors in our area with carious questions and concerns regarding medical bills, insurance and filing a variety of paperwork. All services are free and confidential. Board of Directors: Monsignor Daniel Pilon, President; Karen Bueling, Vice President; Annell Alger, Secretary; Gena Johnson, Treasurer; Pat Lindeman, Pastor Terry Monson, Bonnie Daub and Gary Adair Staff: Tracy Ekeren, Program Director & Denise Henderson, Volunteer Coordinator |
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