Frequently Asked Questions:
Am I eligible to receive a meal at local senior centers?
The Senior Nutrition program is open to Porter County residents 60 and older and individuals with disabilities.
How much does lunch cost at local senior centers?
$1.50
Where are your Senior Centers?
Friendship Senior Activity Center (*NO meal service)
1005 Campbell
Valparaiso, IN
Click here for a map
Duneland Senior Activity Center (*NO meal service)
500 Ackerman (*located at Hawthorne Park)
Porter, IN
Click here for a map
Hebron Senior Activity Center (*lunch served)
611 Main Street
Hebron, IN
Click here for a map
Am I eligible for Energy Assistance?
Your eligibility is determined by the # of people in your household and your income.
You must be at 150% of Poverty as shown in the chart below:
|
# PERSONS IN HOUSEHOLD |
MONTHLY INCOME |
ANNUAL INCOME |
|
1 |
1,300 |
15,600 |
|
2 |
1,750 |
21,000 |
|
3 |
2,200 |
26,400 |
|
4 |
2,650 |
31,800 |
|
5 |
3,100 |
37,200 |
|
6 |
3,550 |
42,600 |
|
7 |
4,000 |
48,000 |
|
8 |
4,450 |
53,400 |
If I am eligible for Energy Assistance, what do I need to bring in when I sign up for assistance?
You will need to bring the following items to your appointment:
- Social Security Cards for all individuals in household
- Proof of Income for last 12 months for everyone in household over 18
- Most Current NIPSCO bill
- Disconnect Bill (if you have one)
What does the Lifeline unit do?
Whenever you need help, one press of your help button activates a small in-home unit called a communicator. It puts you in touch with a caring Lifeline Monitor who talks to you to find out what kind of help you need. He or she will call one of your friends, neighbors or relatives – "responders" - who will come to your home to check on you. If you need more professional help, your Monitor will call for it immediately. And if you press your button and can’t speak, your Lifeline Monitor knows exactly what to do.
How much does Lifeline cost?
$45/month per unit
Is Section 8 accepting new clients right now?
Section 8 is NOT currently accepting new applicants. If/when we are able to accept new applicants, it will be advertised in the local media.
How do I get to a Porter County senior center?
If you need a ride, CALL Transportation (462-4302) 48 hours before your visit.*
*Subsidies are available to seniors in need of assistance to cover cost of transportation.
Who can use your Transportation Service?
Our transportation services is open to ALL Porter County residents.
Where do your buses go?
We will pick up, drop off and return clients to any location in Porter County.
How much do your transportation services cost?
One Way Trip: $3.00
Round Trip: $6.00
*Subsidies are available to seniors and disabled individuals in need of assistance to cover cost of transportation.
