Options Counseling offered at Open Doors for Multicultural Families
Options Counseling offered at Open Doors for Multicultural Families
Provides guidance to individuals to help them make informed choices about supports and services in order to live independently in the community. Works with the individual to explore options that can help them live independently longer in a manner that is safe and meaningful to them. An options counselor can meet with the older adult one on one to: - Develop a personalized action plan - Assess and refer to additional resources - Provide limited assistance in filling out paperwork - Can provide limited phone-based advocacy to connect client to resources During visit CANNOT provide: - Housework - Errand running - Personal care services - Transportation - Legal representation or advice
Physical Address
24437 Russell Road, Kent, WA 98032
Hours
M-F, 9am-5pm.
Application process
Call to make a referral. Accepts referrals from Community Living Connections specialists and those calling on client's behalf. CLC specialist must allow clients the option of calling themselves and may not call on behalf of a 3rd party. CLC specialists may only call on behalf of a client for whom they have obtained direct consent. If no answer, leave a voicemail with as much information about client as possible including: - First and last name - Phone number - Address - Date of birth - Reasons Options Counseling may be needed - Description of services needed Third parties can make a referral by calling and leaving the client's information.
Fee
None.
Eligibility
Adults ages 60 or older and adults ages 18 or older with a disability. Must live in King County. Focuses on serving African Americans, immigrants, and the refugee population.
Languages
Vietnamese
Arabic
Cantonese
Korean
Spanish
Mandarin
Interpreter services
Somali
Agency info
Open Doors for Multicultural Families
We have programs for all different age ranges and in multiple languages. Support looks different for everyone but often includes: Helping with applications and meetings Providing support groups and opportunities for social connection Working with families to advocate for systems change