Pennsylvania
Nursing Home Transition
Through Nursing Home Transition, we empower and support individuals looking to transition out of a nursing home and return to living on their own in the community. Services include one-on-one support from a qualified coordinator; help with locating housing, planning the move and setting up the household; assistance with security deposits, adaptive equipment, utilities, and guidance with learning budget management. The program is free for those who qualify.
Services
- Personalized transition plan and support of qualified coordinator
- Access to in-home supports
- Assistance in finding housing, planning your move, and setting up your household
- Financial help with expenses, including security deposits, household items, adaptive equipment, utilities, and assistance with learning budget management
- Facilitate returning to and/or modifying an existing residence
- Referrals to home and community based services such as transportation, Personal Assistance Services, peer support, assistive technology, and home modifications
Eligibility
- Must be age 18 years or older, qualify financially, and reside in a nursing home in Pennsylvania
- If a person qualifies to receive Nursing Home Transition services, they are eligible for up to $4,000 in goods and services to set up their new home
Enrollment
Contact the Nursing Home Transition department of JEVS Supports for Independence for an appointment at 1-800-610-7910 and 267-298-1300.
Languages Available
We have dedicated bilingual staff that can assist with the language needs of many individuals. We also have access to translation services. Please call for more information.
Cost
These services are free for those who qualify. Nursing Home Transition is a collaborative effort of the PA Department of Aging, DPW Office of Long Term Living; Governor's Office of Healthcare Reform; local County Assistance Offices; local Area Agencies on Aging; local Centers for Independent Living; home and community-based providers; and organizations representing nursing homes.