Washington County Commission On

“The form 990 is reviewed by the chief financial officer (cfo). When reviewing the form 990, the cfo verifies the narratives throughout the form reflect the mission and goals of the organization as well as its policies. In addition, the cfo ensures the programs carried out by the organization are properly reflected on the form 990. Any questions or discrepancies are discussed with the certified public accountant who prepared the form. After issuance of the independent auditor's financial report the 990 will be reviewed with the board of directors. A copy of the form 990 will be in the organization's office.”

“Annually all advisory council and board of director members are required to disclose in writing if any potential conflicts of interest exist. If a potential conflict exists, a follow up is done to determine the extent of the conflict of interest and steps are taken to eliminate the conflict.”

“Compensation for the chief executive officer was initially set by a comparable data process. Since the initial process, compensation has been adjusted by an organization-wide cola and study implemented by the board of directors for an organization-wide multi-year payscale adjustment effective april 2021.”

“The governing documents and financial statements are available to the public upon request.”

“To plan and coordinate systems of services which help older americans, those with disabilities regardless of age and caregivers, maintain their independence through a variety of programs. These programs include, but are not limited to, access services, caregivers, in-home services, housing/long-term care facilities services, legal services, guardianship program, financial services, health-related services, volunteer programs, recreation/education programs, and nutrition services including providing congregate nutrition sites.”

“Home and community base programs consists of senior care, senior care w/l, senior assisted group housing, map information and assistance, senior health insurance program (ship), community health, map site, aging in place, national council on aging center for benefits (ncoa), medicare improvements for patients and providers act(mippa), and cdbg. Senior care - provides a network of services and benefits available for senior citizens from public and private agencies. Operates in cooperation with the department of social services and the adult evaluation and review services of the health department. Assessments, case management and in- home service are provided for "at risk" individuals aged 65 and older who meet financial and functional eligibility. Senior assisted living subsidy - provides twenty-four hour supervised care in a family life setting. Provides meals, housekeeping and personal care to qualifying residents who are 62 years of age or older. Senior information and assistance - provides for all seniors, their families and interested individuals a single point of entry to receive assistance information. Senior health insurance program (ship) - assists medicare-eligible individuals and their caregivers and family members in understanding all parts of medicare and supplemental insurance. There are over 31,000 residents, 60 years of age and older with approximately 19,000 residents age 18+ with disabilities living in washington county, maryland. Map site - maryland access point is a single point of entry to empower individuals to make informed choices and to streamline access to resources for lifelong independence. This "no wrong door" approach will assist seniors over age 50 of all income levels and younger disabled adults over the age of 18 years. Aging in place - the program supports clients to remain independent in their home. This program offers a broad variety of supports prioritized using maslow's hierarchy of needs. Most supports are provided as a one time offering. National council on aging center for benefits access (ncoa)- grant for the benefits enrollment center to use person-centered strategies in a coordinated, community-wide approach to find and enroll medicare beneficiaries, both seniors aged 65+ years and adults living with disabilities, who have limited income and resources into available benefits. This grant is intended to focus on sustaining the impact of the bec in the future, which includes maintaining benefits outreach and enrollment strategies. Medicare improvements for patients and providers act (mippa) - demonstrates how state health insurance counseling programs, local area agencies on aging and maryland access point sites can work together to enhance and intensify outreach activities to help medicare beneficiaries understand and apply for assistance programs for low income beneficiaries such as the low income subsidy program, to help with medicare part d prescription drug program expenses, medicare savings programs - q-1 qualified medicare beneficiary program, and specified low income medicare subsidy program (lis). The aaa is a sub-recipient of a cdbg grant in cooperation with the city of hagerstown. The funds are used for necessary home repairs for qualifying clients.”

“Health promotions, preventions, and education programs consists of covid-19 vac 5, mdoh-chw, senior center, senior fit, and gaming commission. Community health worker - this program is a partnership between the organization and meritus medical center. The program assists clients transitioning from the hospital to a community setting. Senior center - multi-service senior center that offers a variety of classes, programs and activities designed to provide a focal point for active, vibrant older persons. Gaming commission - proactive educational resource for many. A county wide educational program to support citizens to make educational and health conscious decisions. Program is conducted by a nurse. All programs provided are evidence based.”

“4a federal oaa programs (non-nutrition) consists of title iii b,d,e ombudsman and title iii a. Title iii - provides supportive services including; health education and trainning, informational, recreational, homemaker, referral services, and transportation services to facilitate access to supportive services. 4b ombudsman / elder abuse prevention programs consists of guardianship, state ombudsman, and senior medicare patrol (smp). Victims of crime assistance specialized services - elder abuse/disabilities grant - the purpose of this grant is to provide victim services for victims of elder abuse. Services include efforts that respond to: 1) emotional and physical needs of crime victims; 2) assist primary and secondary victims of crime to stabilize their lives after victimization; 3) assist victims to understand and participate in the criminal justice system; and 4) provide victims with a measure of safety and security as appropriate to their victimization. Guardianship - the organization serves as a court appointed guardian for qualifying individuals aged 65 and over who are incapable of making decisions for themselves and who have no family or friends to assist them. State ombudsman - the organization serves as an overseer for residents of long-term care facilities to help them maintain their legal rights and keep control over their lives and personal dignity. Senior medicare patrol (smp) - grant from the state of maryland whose purpose is to reduce the amount of federal and state funds lost due to health insurance fraud by increasing the public's ability to detect and report possible fraud, waste, and abuse. 4c volunteer programs 4d other programs consists of info / technology, retired and senior volunteer program, fundraising, and general fund. Retired and senior volunteer program - serves as a clearinghouse for volunteer opportunities in washington county for individuals 55 years of age and older. General fund and other various programs not otherwise specified.”

“Fundraising - direct expenses 9,873 fundraising - direct expenses -9,873”