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American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (AARA) - more commonly known as the federal stimulus bill - included funding to benefit Ohio's seniors and their communities' local economies. At ODA, we are committed to making sure you know how and where these dollars are spent.
Area Agencies on Aging

Created by the Older Americans Act of 1965, Area Agencies on Aging respond to the needs of the elderly in the communities they serve. They are advocates, planners, funders and educators, as well as providers of information and referral services. Area agencies work with public and private partners to respond to the unique needs of older citizens and families in their areas.
Nursing Homes

Deciding to move into a nursing home can be a difficult and emotional decision. Equally difficult is choosing a facility. Any Ohioan wishing to enter a nursing home must participate in a Pre-admission Review, conducted by skilled staff at your Area Agency on Aging. The reviewer can help you determine if nursing home placement is for you, explain your options and help you choose a facility, if appropriate.
Other Resources

The Ohio Long-term Care Consumer Guide, a service of the Department of Aging, can also help. This interactive resource allows you to compare nursing facilities side-by-side, review regulatory data, and receive helpful tips on selecting a nursing home. For information on nursing homes outside of Ohio, try Nursing Home Compare, a tool from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Connect Me Ohio provides information about services, supports and opportunities for older adults, persons with disabilities and caregivers in Ohio. Connect Me Ohio was developed with input from an Advisory Council that included representatives of the Ohio Olmstead Task Force as well as state and local agencies serving individuals of all ages.

Ohio's Partnership for Long-term Care Insurance- Ohio long-term care insurance companies can now offer policies that let people receive and protect a matching amount of assets if they need to apply for Medicaid.