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Customized Living Services
LSS Customized Living Services offer ways for seniors in Minnesota to
live as independently as possible, for as long
as possible. Our services bridge the gap
between independent living and nursing homes, particularly for people
who are not able to live by themselves
but do not require constant care from others. |
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Caregiver Support
Non-medical in-home respite services are provided for persons 60 years
of age or older in their home. Caregiver discussion groups meet monthly
in every county served. Caregiver workshops are held annually in each
county. |
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Counseling
Senior citizens often need counseling as they age, to help them deal with the very real
problems of grief and depression that strike many seniors. |
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Debt/Financial Counseling
Certified professionals help people restructure debt and payment plans as well as offer
hands-on suggestions related to budgeting and establishing sound money-management
practices. Offices in 20 locations statewide. |
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Foster Grandparents
Senior can help children by offering friendship and tutorial services in schools and
community centers. Foster Grandparents are helping make the AMERICA READS program
successful. These are volunteer positions with stipends and include travel and meal
allowances.
For information, call toll free at
1.888.205.3770. |
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GrandFamily Connections
Support for grandparents who have assumed responsibilities for parenting their
grandchildren. |
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Guardianship/Conservatorship
For seniors who are not able to make financial and care decisions, LSS
can become the
court-appointed guardian or conservator. This means that financial and care decisions are
made by LSS in the best interests of the senior. |
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Senior Companions
Seniors can help other seniors by offering friendship and help with small tasks such as
shopping, minor chores and errands. These are volunteer positions with stipends and
include travel and meal allowances.
For information, call toll free at
1.888.205.3770. |
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Senior Nutrition
LSS operates the Congregate Dining and Meals on Wheels Programs in northwest Minnesota.
Congregate dining includes 101 sites, mostly community centers and churches. Meals on
wheels operate from these centers as well. |
