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 Easy Access Home Home Community Supports Emergency Preparedness Financial Help Housing My Rights: Who Can Help? Transportation Veterans Related Links Contact Us For older adults, individuals with disabilities, veterans, families, and the providers that support them Your secure and confidential connection to community resources About Easy Access Many people find locating information about available long term services and supports a daunting task. The mission of is to make this search easier. The website connects older adults, adults with disabilities, veterans, and families to information about a wide range of public programs and supports in a way that is accessible and easy to navigate. Additional Information is a consumer portal for a much larger initiative called No Wrong Door , designed to streamline access to long term services and supports. No Wrong Door Virginia is a national leader, supporting older adults, family caregivers and individuals of all ages with disabilities. The system provides valuable tools to strengthen community networks, promote person-centered practices, and for individuals to evaluate options and make informed decisions. is also a gateway to the VirginiaNavigator provider database. Since 2001, this statewide non-profit has provided a connection to long term services and supports for older adults, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and families. With over 26,000 programs and services in its database, VirginiaNavigator provides a wealth of information to individuals and providers. The programs and services included are comprehensive and promote independence, dignity, and quality of life. Community Supports Assistive Technology Bill Paying Services Caregiver Support Caregiver Resources Respite Care Centers for Independent Living (CILs) Community Service Board (CSB) / Behavioral Health Authority (BHA) Credit Counseling Employment Health Care Supports Homemaker/Chore/Companion Services Nutrition/Food Assistance Personal Care Planning for the Future Self Advocacy Service Animals Working in Agriculture Medicaid and other state supported programs Medicaid Waivers: Alzheimer's Assisted Living Waiver Developmental Disabilities (DD) Waivers Building Independence Waiver Family & Individual Supports Waiver Community Living Waiver Elderly or Disabled with Consumer Direction (EDCD) Waiver Technology Assisted (Tech) Waiver Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) Mental Health Case Management DRS Personal Assistance Services (PAS) Emergency Preparedness Emergencies can strike anyone, anytime and anywhere. A disaster could happen quickly and without warning. You could be forced to leave your neighborhood. You might be confined to your home. Being prepared means making a plan. Below are links to resources that can help you make an emergency plan. American Red Cross Disaster Preparedness for Seniors by Seniors Hurricane Safety Check List Emergency Preparedness in Virginia Fire Safety for Older Adults and their Caregivers Preparing for Big Storms and Power Outages Financial Help Energy Assistance Fuel Assistance Crisis Assistance Cooling Assistance Weatherization Assistance SNAP (also known as Food Stamps) and Other Benefits SNAP Auxiliary Grant General Relief Health Care and Insurance Programs to Help with Costs Medicare About Medicare Social Security Social Security Social Security Disability Supplemental Security Income Medicaid and Other State-Supported Public Programs Medicaid in General Medicaid Works Health Insurance Premium Payment Program (HIPP) Medicaid Home and Community-Based Waivers are programs that help meet the needs of people who live in the community but are at risk of entering an institution (such as a nursing facility). Alzheimer's Assisted Living Waiver Developmental Disabilities (DD) Waivers Building Independence Waiver Family & Individual Supports Waiver Community Living Waiver Elderly or Disabled with Consumer Direction (EDCD) Waiver Technology Assisted (Tech) Waiver Medicaid Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a program for individuals age 55 and older, who are eligible for Medicare and Medicaid benefits, and who meet nursing facility requirements. The program provides supports and services that allow PACE members to remain in familiar surroundings - their homes and communities. Medicaid Mental Health Case Management DRS Personal Assistance Services (PAS) Program supplements the cost of providing non-medical, consumer-directed personal assistance services to individuals with a severe physical disability who are 18 or older and who are not eligible for Medicaid. Housing What is Housing? Many types of housing offer independent living. You can choose to live in a private home or apartment with or without services. You can also choose to live in a group home, assisted living, or adult foster care where services are provided to you and other people living with you. Housing with services is usually licensed or regulated by an outside agency. You may want to ask about this when thinking about your choices. Housing Programs and Services Assistance with Living Independently Services to improve the accessibility of your home Home repair programs Rent assistance Home buying assistance Supportive Living with Other Individuals Assisted living facilities Continued Care Retirement Communities nursing facilities Adult foster care Adult group homes My Rights: Who can help? Identity Theft Legal Rights/Legal Assistance Legal Rights Protection and Advocacy Discrimination Disability Age, Disability and Other Factors Housing Employment Legal Assistance Institutional Care (Nursing Facilities, Assisted Living Facilities and State-Operated Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Facilities) Living in the Community Appointment of a Guardian or Conservator Self Advocacy Triad Transportation Getting to and from places like your job, the doctor, and stores is key to living independently. There may be times in your life when getting around is difficult. Driving programs and transportation services can help when you: think your driving may no longer be safe have had an illness or injury that keeps you from driving have a disability and cannot drive yourself What programs and services are available? Emergency Transportation: If you have a medical emergency and need to go to the hospital, call 9-1-1 Medicaid Non-emergency Transportation Paratransit Parking placards and plates for individuals with disabilities Public Transportation Reduced-Fare Transportation Vehicle Modifications Veterans The Virginia Department of Veterans Services (DVS) is a state agency with five primary service areas: Benefits Veteran education Care Centers Veteran cemeteries The Virginia War Memorial The Virginia Veteran and Family Support Program Visit them on the web at https://www.dvs.virginia.gov Veterans Benefits Virginia Veteran and Family Support Program (formerly Virginia Wounded Warrior Program) Veterans Education and Training Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program Veterans Honorary Degree Program Veterans Care Centers Veterans Cemeteries Virginia Cemetery Locations The Veterans Services Foundation and Veterans Services Fund Additional Resources for Veterans Listing of Vet Centers, Vet Medical Centers, and Community-Based Outpatient Clinics/Outpatient Clinics Related Links Virginia Commonwealth University Partnership for People with Disabilities Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Virginia Department of Emergency Management Virginia Department of Health Virginia Department of Health Professions Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation Virginia Department of Social Services...