Individuals of any age who need long term care. Must live in Medina County and be a U.S. citizen. Financial eligibility is an income at 300% Federal Poverty Level (FPL) and assets up to $2,000 for an individual, $3,000 for a couple, those whose income is higher must create a Qualified Income Trust (QIT).

Proof of identity, age, Social Security number, citizenship or legal alien status (green card), need for nursing home level of care, Medicaid number if already in place, income, assets, and health insurance status. Some information can be cross-checked electronically, reducing the physical documents required. Applicants who are US citizens and NOT receiving Medicare or SSI will have to show proof of citizenship. Primary documents for this purpose are a valid or expired passport, certificate of naturalization, or certificate of US citizenship those who do not have one of these will need TWO documents: a certified birth certificate, hospital birth record, or religious birth record made within 3 months of birth, PLUS an identity document, which in most cases is a government issued ID such as state ID or driver's license. They may also need documentation of name change for any reason. If client cannot afford the necessary documents, or documents are unavailable, agency worker will assist the client to obtain them or find other options. Services will NOT be denied or terminated because of this requirement, as long as client makes an effort to comply.

Monday - Friday: 7:30am to 4:30pm.