Porter County Aging and Community Services

The PCACS team strives to spark positivity in the region by connecting community members, businesses and nonprofits to lend a helping hand. Porter County Aging and Community Services Section 8 Housing Director Valerie Martinez recently initiated an...

Seniors who need assistance navigating the 2020 Medicare plan options can meet with a SHIP counselor at the Porter County Aging and Community Services offices, 1005 Campbell St. Trained State Health Insurance Program volunteers can offer one-on-one...

Porter County Aging and Community Services is launching the Energy Assistance Program for the 2019-20 season that starts Nov. 1. Those needing assistance with their energy bills can call to schedule an appointment beginning Oct. 28. To make an...

Valparaiso | Porter County Aging and Community Services’ ramp program puts special skills and a strong volunteer spirit in the spotlight. The program has been in place for more than 10 years and has relied on those community members who have the...

“Goody Lady” is a moniker that Kathy Conn has embraced since 2013. That is when she began delivering bread, sheet cakes, cookies, pies and more to non-profits in Northwest Indiana. Anyone who visits these organizations can grab these items and...

Community members are bringing their backgrounds and expertise to the conversation surrounding adult guardianship needs in Porter County. Porter County Aging and Community Services’ board of directors and staff members are working with these...

Porter County Aging and Community Services’ board of directors is examining initial steps toward establishing a more widespread adult guardianship program in Porter County. “We would love input from community members who have ideas or suggestions...

SHIP volunteers are available to guide seniors during the Medicare Open Enrollment period, which runs through Dec. 7. “It’s that time of year again to review your current health and drug plans and make changes for 2018, if you want,” said State...

Porter County Aging and Community Services recently marked its impact on the community during its annual meeting. The non-profit agency has the opportunity to serve through its transportation and ramp programs as well as its participation in the...

Porter County Aging and Community Services is launching a new season of its ramp program. The agency is seeking Porter County individuals who need assistance accessing their homes due to mobility issues. Renters must have permission from the...