Project Description

The goal of HCC is to identify and work to overcome the barriers that prevent Medicaid-eligible older adults and adults with disabilities, particularly cognitive/behavioral issues, from remaining in their own homes and communities. The focus is on "aging-in-place." The project is designed to develop and/or enhance systems that encourage and foster collaboration and cooperation of existing housing and support networks. Partnering organizations include, from DHHS: Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services and Bureau of Behavioral Health; NH Housing Finance Authority; Granite State Independent Living; and Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center. There are five areas of focus: Development of partnerships and coordination activities, technical assistance for Elder Wrap Teams, education and training, evaluation and quality assurance, and implementation of a specific demonstration project.

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Research and Published Materials

The New Hampshire Home Care Connections Project, Results of the Needs Survey at Baseline - Summer 2005

2006 Residential Care Facilities Survey: Survey of Managers of NH Facilities Receiving Medicaid Funds.

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Project Staff and Contacts

Project Director: Linda Bimbo - Deputy Director
228-2084
linda.bimbo@unh.edu

Project Manager: Melissa Mandrell
271-5560
melissa.mandrell@unh.edu

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Workshops and Assistance

Whose Decision Is It Anyway? Training on Legal Issues for Those Who Work With Seniors, March 29, Keene, NH

Housing Options: Choices for Seniors, June 14, Manchester, NH

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