WE CAN HELP
- Is it difficult for you to balance your checkbook each month?
- Do you have a visual or physical impairment that makes managing your money a hardship?
- Would you like monthly assistance to keep track of your bills and to pay them on time?
MONEY MANAGEMENT
For some elders, balancing a checkbook and managing household finances are not simple tasks. While the occasional unpaid bill or un-deposited check can lead to an awkward situation, routine neglect of these basic financial tasks might indicate that a person is no longer able to safely manage their finances. It can even threaten their ability to live independently at home.
HELP FOR PEOPLE NOT CAPABLE OF DECISION MAKING
At the second level of service, the Money Manager provides financial supervision of participants unable to manage their own financial affairs. As Representative Payee, Highland Valley is appointed to manage participant's government benefits and is responsible both for writing and signing checks.
SAFEGUARDS FOR PARTICIPANTS
Money Managers are trained to recognize financial exploitation. They work closely with protective services staff to assure the participants' assets are secured. There is third party oversight of agency staff who review participants' financial records to safeguard their financial situation.
Day-to-Day Finance Assistance
If you or your elder are capable of making financial decisions, but still may require assistance with management and organization, please see our information about Bill Payer Services.