Are you or someone you know caring for an older loved one and trying to work as well? This can at times be a struggle, leaving you with few options for assistance.

LIFE Butler County, a partnership of Lutheran SeniorLife and Butler Health System, may be able to help. LIFE Butler County is a comprehensive health care and supportive services program designed to enhance the ability of older adults to live safely in their own homes and communities with dignity, respect and independence.

Based on an individual’s need, LIFE can provide the following services:

• Comprehensive medical care through LIFE’s physician and clinical team;

• An on-call nurse and physician available 24 hours a day, seven days a week;

• Adult day services, including recreational programs;

• Home care services;

• Rehabilitation therapies;

• Transportation to the LIFE center and to medical appointments, and

• Medication management.

To be eligible for LIFE, a person must:

• Be 60 years of age or older

• Live in Butler County

• Have difficulty managing his or her own health-related needs independently at home and meet a level of care determined by the Butler County Area Agency on Aging

• Be eligible for Medicaid or be able to pay privately

• Be able to remain safely in their home environment with the addition of LIFE services.

There is no cost to participants who qualify. Some enrollees may be required to pay a monthly premium, based on financial eligibility.

If a participant qualifies for Medicaid, all care recommended by the program physician is free.

For information on enrolling in the program, call 724-287-5433.