Outreach

What is Outreach?  Social workers provide information and referrals to services and programs for individuals and families in accordance with prescribed programs of the Senior Services Department.  Outreach programs and services may be explained by telephone, by a pre-arranged office conference or during a visit to your home.

Outreach workers can provide information and assistance with many programs including community resources, care-giving issues, flu shots, health fairs, nutrition counseling information, community loan closet equipment, File of Life, legal assistance, HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program), Bethlehem Food Pantry, WRAP (Weatherization Referral Assistance Program), assistance with Food Stamp certification, assistance with Telephone Lifeline, SSI (Supplemental Security Income) information, EPIC (Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage), Medicare Part D and Medicare Premium Savings plans (QMB and SLMB) information.  For more information or to set up an appointment, please call 439-4955, extension 1173, 1174 or 1175.