Greenbelt Assistance in Living (GAIL) Program

The goal of this program is to provide information and support to enable seniors to remain in their homes. The Greenbelt Assistance in Living Program was established in 2001 and is available to senior citizens residing in the City of Greenbelt, Maryland and/or caregivers of a Grenbelt senior. This program is staffed by a Community Resource Advocate who coordinates and provised information about, and referrals to, appropriate agencies and community resources for adult residents, caregiverrs or family members of the Greenbelt community; assists clients in making informed choices about their health and wellness options; serves as a liaison between the resident and service provider; evaluates the social services needs of each client; and provides support and training resources to caregivers.

The Community Resource Advocate develops and implements programs that relate to the specific needs of seniors. Please look for additional resource information in the Senior Resource of the month column, featured in the Greenbelt News Review, the Ask The Expert Cable Show featured on channel 71, the GAIL participants and the City of Greenbelt website. If you would like additional information about the Greenbelt Assistance in Living Program, please contact Christal Batey, Community Resource Advocate at 301-474-8000 ext. 2012 or email her.

ACCESSIBLE GREENBELT PROGRAM BROCHURE:

The City of Greenbelt has been awarded a grant to help make the homes of seniors more accessible by making modification such as grab rails and ramps. Must be at least 62 years of age and meet income qualifications. Click here for application.

 

 

Attention Greenbelt Caregivers!

The GAIL Program has decided to begin a Greenbelt Caregiver’s Initiative.  Did you know that more than 22 million households in the United States include informal caregivers?  The assistance given by family caregivers usually includes emotional support, advice, personal care, money management, making decisions about health care, providing linkage to formal services, and providing direct financial assistance.  Caregivers may be caring for a spouse, a parent, a child, a relative, or a friend who suffers from numerous types of illnesses and disabilities.  Traditionally, caregiver support programs have been directed towards people caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s Disease or dementia, however, there are many other chronic conditions that require a significant amount of care.  These may include Parkinson’s Disease, Cancer, Multiple Sclerosis, stroke, or a combination of illnesses, among others. 

We, at the GAIL Program, are making a move towards organizing a more comprehensive network of support and education for caregivers and their care recipients in the Greenbelt area.  To kick-start this initiative we would like to invite you, as a caregiver, to participate in a short survey.  (It should not take more then ten minutes.)  Your feedback is very important for us to develop the right services and resources for you as a caregiver.  Thank you for participating!

If you would like to participate please click here!

 

CHECK OUT MEDICAL INFORMATION ON AGING GRACEFULLY POSTED BY WEBMD. CLICK HERE TO ACCESS A WHOLE LISTING OF THESE INFORMATIONAL VIDEOS.

 

The Prince George's County TheBUS service is now free for Seniors and Handicapped individuals.
Please click here for information.

 

PLEASE USE THE LINKS ON THE LEFT TO ACCESS MANY DIFFERENT

SENIOR PROGRAMS AVAILABLE.
 

Greenbelt Senior Services
Assistance in Living Program
301.474.8000 ext. 2012

Greenbelt Recreation Department
301.397.2208