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Monroe County, New York is enriched by a variety of organizations dedicated to successful aging and senior health. Below you'll find information about community resources for help with various issues.

Community-wide Resources for PRI/SCREEN

  • PRI stands for "Patient Review Instrument." A PRI is mandated by law before any senior can enter a skilled nursing facility. PRI’s are valid for 30 days and are used to determine the level of care and the type of facility required. A PRI assessment is very thorough and includes medical conditions, treatments and medications needed, special diets or therapies needed, physical and mental abilities and limitations, ability to perform acts of daily living such as eating, moving and toileting, and behaviors such as aggressiveness and disruptiveness.
  • To obtain a PRI/SCREEN,contact your hospital or home care nurse. If you are not currently receiving services, call Eldersource at 585-325-2800, Monroe County Office of Aging at 585-274-8181, or a nursing home for a referral to obtain a PRI/SCREEN. There generally is a cost for a PRI.
  • If it is determined that the senior can be cared for in their own home or in an adult home, an additional evaluation called a SCREEN will be completed. The SCREEN is also mandated by state law before a person will be considered for admission. The SCREEN uses information gathered from the PRI and explores viable, safe alternatives to nursing home placement.

Community-wide Resources for Help with Medicaid

Social workers and admission staff at nursing homes are good resources when it comes to untangling the financial issues associated with nursing costs. Seniors who don't have private funds or Health Maintenance Organizations (HMO), may rely on Medicaid to cover the cost of custodial care or skilled nursing care for as long as care is needed.

  • Four area agencies offer consultation on Medicaid issues. They are:
    • The Family Service of Rochester at 585-232-1840
    • Monroe County Legal Assistance Corporation at 585-325-2520
    • Lifespan at 585-244-8400
    • Eldergard at 585-256-3510

Community-wide resources dedicated to successful aging

The following organizations offer services, consultations, and ideas that can help seniors and caregivers:

  • Lifespan. For more than 30 years this organization has served the Rochester community. Their goal is to enhance the quality of life for seniors. Telephone 585-244-8400 (main office) or the Lifespan Downtown Senior Center in the Sibley Building 585-232-3280.
  • Eldersource. Since 1995, Eldersource has served Monroe County residents with information on care management. The group is staffed by social workers experienced in geriatrics. Call 585-325-2800.

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