Care Coordination offered by Chinese Information and Service Center in Seattle
Provides short-term assistance with helping individuals understand the resources available in the community that might best address their needs, then helping the person in coordinating their services so they are able to continue to live independently. Case managers conduct interviews to assess the clients' needs, develop culturally appropriate care plans, work in coordination with home care and service providers and monitor client progress.
Physical Address
611 South Lane Street, Seattle, WA 98104
Hours
M-F, 8:30am-5pm.
Voice
Application process
Community Living Connections specialist must complete and email the form to a CLC lead.
Fee
None.
Eligibility
Chinese-speaking adults ages 60 and older or adults ages 18 and older with a disability. Must require multiple services and/or related activities performed on their behalf; and are unable to obtain the required services and/or perform the required activities for themselves; and do not have family or friends who are able and willing to provide adequate assistance. Does not serve those living in an assisted living facility, adult family home or skilled nursing facility. However, those living in senior residential communities (independent living) are eligible. Cannot serve clients receiving long-term care services from the state (such as COPES). Focuses on those who need assistance with managing personal care and daily living tasks, are homebound or physically isolated due to health reasons as well as those who are frail and need cognitive support. Must not currently be receiving case management through Home and Community Services or a housing authority.
Languages
Mandarin
Cantonese
Service area
King, WA
Agency info
Chinese Information and Service Center
Multi-service family support center helps Chinese immigrants and their families understand and navigate American culture. Programs include naturalization assistance and ESL classes. Provides supportive case management to Chinese older adults and people with disabilities. Helps older adults sustain independence by providing information and direct assistance. Offers preschool and youth programs as well as bilingual parent education, family counseling and caregiver support. Hosts a free legal clinic.