| Adult Protective Services (APS) |
| Investigates and takes referrals of suspected abuse of the Elderly (65 yrs +) or dependent adults (18 yrs - 64 yrs) that occur in the home or community but not in long-term care (LTC) settings. For suspected abuse in LTC settings, contact the LTC Ombudsman at (661) 323-7884. |
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| Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) |
| Provides free assistance with Medicare problems and other health insurance issues for seniors and disabled adults. |
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| In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) |
| Allows eligible seniors to stay in their homes by providing assistance with tasks such as housecleaning, grocery-shopping, bathing, and accompaniment to medical appointments. To be eligible for IHSS, you must be receiving Medi-Cal. |
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| Senior Nutrition |
| Provides meals to seniors 60 and over at various sites throughout Kern County. Also provides home-delivered meals to seniors 60 and over who are under the direction of a physician and unable to leave their home. |
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