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Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services (BEAS)The Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services provides a variety of social and long-term support to adults ages 60 and older and to adults between the ages of 18 and 60 who have a chronic illness or disability. These services range from home care, meals on wheels, care management, transportation assistance and assisted living to nursing home care. Legal support services, advocacy for disabled adults, information and assistance regarding Medicare and information about volunteer opportunities are also important services provided in the community by BEAS. All services and supports are intended to assist people to live as independently as possible in safety and with dignity. A critical component of the BEAS statewide delivery systems is its community-based provider network; many of these providers are nonprofit agencies. BEAS purchases long-term care support services at the local level, thus reflecting the commitment of DHHS District Offices throughout NH and coordinates services to seniors and adults with disabilities and chronic illnesses who meet certain eligibility criteria. BEAS also has a main office, located in Concord, responsible for administrative support and general program and financial planning. For more information on BEAS:www.dhs.state.nh.us |