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Finding Assisted Living. Resources

Looking for referrals to free community services and informative websites? You’ve come to the right place. If there’s something you need that you can’t find here, call us at 812-829-3392.

 

Community Resources

A pamphlet of organizations that offer assistance with housing, mental health, substance abuse, disabilities, and emergency situations.

https://owenlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Community-Resources.pdf

 

COVID-19 Updates

New positive COVID-19 cases by county, hospitalizations, ventilator usage, and death statistics.

https://www.coronavirus.in.gov/2393.htm

 

Digital Skills Library

A collection of resources pertaining to mobile devices, information searches, workplace software, and more for adult learners who would like to improve their technology skills.

https://digitalskillslibrary.org/

 

Digital.com – How to Start a Student Website

Tips for students creating a website to host a digital portfolio.

https://digital.com/how-to-start-a-student-website/

 

Divorce Papers

Select the divorce papers that are relevant to your situation (with/without children and with/without agreement on all issues). These can be filled out online or printed.

*Note: Divorce papers with children require one form, Appearance by Unrepresented Person in Civil Case, to be printed on light green paper. Come to the front desk at the library for a copy.

https://indianalegalhelp.org/court-forms/forms-divorce/

https://www.in.gov/courts/files/csow.pdf (Child Support Obligation Worksheet)

 

Driving Tests

BMV practice exams, exam simulators, and handbooks for cars, motorcycles, and vehicles requiring a CDL to operate.

https://owenlib.driving-tests.org/indiana/

 

Free At-Home COVID-19 Test Kits

Order free at-home COVID-19 Test Kits – limit one set of four per household.

https://www.covid.gov/tests

https://special.usps.com/testkits

 

Fueleconomy.gov

Learn how to save money on gas and choose the best fuel-efficient vehicle using this site, developed by the U.S. Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency.

https://www.fueleconomy.gov

 

Healthy Indiana Plan

Discover if you are eligible for this health insurance program that covers medical care and possibly dental and vision care, depending on your age and income level.

https://www.in.gov/fssa/hip/

 

IN.gov Voter Portal

Register to vote, check your voting status, find voting locations, and view election results here. 

https://indianavoters.in.gov/

 

Indiana 2-1-1

Use this resource to find cash help, food pantries, free COVID materials, housing assistance, and more.

https://in211.communityos.org/

Indiana Map

Interactive and printable maps of Indiana.

https://maps.indiana.edu/

https://www.in.gov/indot/resources/maps/

Owen County Chamber of Commerce

You can find the Owen County Comprehensive Plan, information about economic development, and upcoming events here.

https://www.myowencountychamber.com/

 

Assisted Living and Paying for Senior Care  

Understand your financial options for long term care.

Paying for Assisted Living & Home Care in Indiana (payingforseniorcare.com)

Finding Assisted Living.

Finding Assisted Living in Indiana (assistedliving.org)

 

 

Prescription Services – Caring.com

Prescription Delivery Service Guide for Seniors

Caring.com is a leading senior care resource for family caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.

 

https://www.caring.com/best-prescription-delivery-services/

 

Section 8 Vouchers

Find out how to apply for Section 8 and get assistance with housing costs.

https://www.in.gov/ihcda/homeowners-and-renters/section-8-housing-choice-vouchers-hcv/

 

Seniors Guide to Cancer

People 65 and older comprise 60% of all cancer patients.

https://www.asbestos.com/cancer/senior-cancer-guide/

 

Seniors Benifits of Reading

The Benefits of Reading and Libraries for Seniors: A Guide

https://www.senioradvice.com/articles/benefits-of-reading-and-libraries-for-seniorseniorAdvice.com

 

Senior Housing

Helping older adults find housing that will meet their current and future care needs, while allowing the most active and social lifestyles possible.

https://www.seniorhousingnet.com/advice-and-planning

 

Social Security Administration

Determine eligibility/benefits and get forms or statements here.

https://www.ssa.gov

 

Sources of Help

Local resources for food, clothing, housing, medical and mental health assistance, etc.

https://owenlib.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Sources-of-Help.pdf

 

Tax Forms (Federal and State)

Direct links to the search pages for federal and state instructions and forms.

https://www.irs.gov/forms-instructions

https://www.in.gov/dor/tax-forms/2021-individual-income-tax-forms/

 

Tax Services (Free)

Contact the following agencies to inquire about free tax preparation.

https://area10agency.org/ (Area 10 Agency on Aging, serving Monroe and Owen counties)

https://mcpl.info/ellettsville/ellettsville-branch (Ellettsville branch of Monroe County Public Library)

https://secure.in.gov/fssa/da/area-agencies-on-aging/ (or dial 2-1-1 from any phone in Indiana; Area Agencies on Aging for all Indiana counties)

 

Technology Education

Learn how to use social media websites, do online shopping, and gain an understanding of technology basics with TechBoomers.

https://techboomers.com/

 

Vaccine Clinic

Hours and locations of Owen County’s vaccine and testing clinics.

https://www.in.gov/localhealth/owencounty/covid-19-services/covid-clinic-information/

 

WAYEO

Who are your elected officials? Enter your address in the search bar and find out who represents you from a federal to a local level.

https://in.wayeo.us/

Welcome to Owen County

Read about local history and the county government, get voting information, and view a detailed interactive map of Owen County.

https://www.owencounty.in.gov/

 

Local Food Pantries

Local food pantries in Owen County and their contact information.