Supporting Older Adults with Resources (SOAR)

Effective July 1, 2026, Maryland’s Senior Care, Senior Assisted Living Subsidy (SALS), and Congregate Housing programs have been consolidated into Supporting Older Adults with Resources (SOAR). Funded by a grant from the Maryland Department of Aging, this community-based program provides case management and gap-filling services to help older adults remain living safely in their communities. For more information, please contact the Department of Aging & Disabilities at 410-222-4257.

About


SOAR Services Provided


The SOAR Program provides case management and services to allow older adults in need of long-term services and supports to age in a location of their choosing with appropriate services, supports, and housing opportunities. Services include:

  • Case Management
  • Home and community-based supports, including personal care, homemaker/chore services, meals, transportation, safety related minor home repairs/modifications, meal services, adult day care, medical supplies, emergency response systems, respite care, and other supportive services
  • An assisted living subsidy for monthly housing fees in an approved assisted living facility

These services are supported by state grant funding and are subject to annual funding availability, as well as annual redetermination of individual eligibility.

Contact the Department of Aging & Disabilities at 410-222-4257 or info_and_assistence@aacounty.org, for more information.
 

How To Apply


To request an application, please contact our Information & Assistance Program at 410-222-4257 or info_and_assistance@aacounty.org

 

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