NYConnects: Fulton County

What is Long Term Care?
Who can make a referral to Central Assessment?
Does it cost anything for an assessment?
Who qualifies for a referral to Central Assessment?
How long does an evaluation take?
What information will I need for the evaluation?
How long does it take to receive an evaluation after a referral is made?

Q. What is Long Term Care?

A. Long Term Care includes a variety of health and other services used by people of any age who need help to function in their daily lives. Long term care contains a mix of medical and non-medical services that can be provided in various settings. This may include care provided by family members, early childhood intervention, home-delivered meals, adult day care, case management, assisted living, personal care services, nursing, physical therapy and nursing home care.

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Q. Who can make a referral to Central Assessment?

A. Anyone can make a referral for themselves or someone else.

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Q. Does it cost anything for an assessment?

A. There is no charge for the assessment or case management services.

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Q. Who qualifies for a referral to Central Assessment?

A. Any resident of Fulton County can receive an evaluation for services.

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Q. How long does an evaluation take?

A. Usually an evaluation is done within an hour.

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Q. What information will I need for the evaluation?

A. The Central Assessment team provides a complete social, financial and health assessment. Any information regarding your health and financial status would be helpful.

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Q. How long does it take to receive an evaluation after a referral is made?

A. Contact is usually made within the first few days after receiving the referral.

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Please do not hesitate to contact us with any question you have about Central Assessment or any other Long Term Care information!

Central Assessment Program
PO Box 549 4 Daisy Lane
Johnstown, NY 12095
Phone: 518-736-5718
Fax: 762-0080