DCFSL is committed to seniors living in their own homes for as long as possible. Only projects that address ONE of the five below categories will be considered for funding - You Must Choose One Category Below and list the Category on the 1st page of your Letter of Intent. Seniors generally are defined as 65 years of age and older.

• (Seniors Living Independently) - Consumer Education & Case Management
  Funding for programs that are providing information and assistance to low income seniors. Information should be on services and benefits for which low income seniors are eligible and that will enable seniors to remain safe and healthy in their own homes for as long as possible. Assistance must be provided in helping seniors obtain the services and benefits for which they are eligible, including collecting necessary documentation for benefits, assistance with filling out the paperwork and transportation needed to any appointment to ensure that benefits and services are implemented. Both education and case management must be conducted in order to be eligible for funding.
•  (Seniors Living Independently) - Home Repairs
  Funding for home repair programs that are assisting low income seniors with obtaining minor home repairs. Home repairs should be for homeowners only. Minor home repair is defined as basic plumbing, carpentry, and electrical needs, the installation of assistive devices or any non-major cost repair critical to the safety and health of the senior. The agency must have a history of running a home repair program. Ordinarily, start-up organizations are not eligible to apply.
• (Seniors Living Independently)  - Transportation
  Funding for established transportation programs that are assisting low income seniors with their transportation needs. Transportation programs that assist the senior to/from their door will be given preference over programs that stop at the curb. Programs that are directed specifically for seniors will be given preference over programs that include a broader population. The agency must have a history of running a transportation program. Ordinarily, start-up organizations are not eligible to apply.
• (Seniors Living Independently)  - Adult Day Care/Respite
  Funding may be provided to established day care program services that could include care and supervision, small group and individual activities, case management, family counseling and assistance with activities of daily living. Respite care provides short-term breaks for primary caregivers by providing trained individuals who come into the home to provide personal care while the primary caregiver runs errands, takes a break or vacation.
• (Seniors Living Independently)  - Mental Health for Seniors
  Funding for mental health programs for low-income seniors that seek to address causes of depression and anxiety. Programs should provide access to clinical care as well as engagement in meaningful activities and exercise. This includes education and outreach programs to older adults, caregivers and physicians to increase their awareness and knowledge about detection and care. Applicants should specify how seniors will be transported to programs and services.