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Home » US Law » 2022 Indiana Code » Title 12. Human Services » Article 10. Aging Services » Chapter 1. Bureau of Aging Services

12-10-1-1. Establishment of Bureau

Sec. 1. The bureau of aging and in-home services is established within the division. [Pre-1992 Revision Citation: 4-28-3-3(a).] As added by P.L.2-1992, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.4-1993, SEC.35; P.L.5-1993, SEC.48.

12-10-1-2. Purpose

Sec. 2. The purpose of the bureau is to assist the constantly increasing number of aged in: (1) maintaining self-sufficiency and personal well-being with the dignity to which the years of labor entitle the person; and (2) realizing the aged person’s maximum potential as a creative and productive individual. [Pre-1992 Revision Citation: 4-28-3-3(b).] As added […]

12-10-1-3. Administration of Programs

Sec. 3. The bureau shall administer the following programs: (1) The federal Older Americans Act under IC 12-9.1-4-1. (2) Area agencies on aging services under this article. (3) Adult protective services under IC 12-10-3. (4) Room and board assistance and assistance to residents in county homes under IC 12-10-6. (5) Adult guardianship program under IC […]

12-10-1-4. Duties

Sec. 4. The bureau shall perform the following duties: (1) Provide a comprehensive and coordinated service system for Indiana’s aging population, giving high priority to those individuals in greatest need. (2) Conduct studies and research into the needs and problems of the aging. (3) Ensure participation by the aging in the planning and operation of […]

12-10-1-5. Coordination of Services With Area Agencies

Sec. 5. In carrying out the bureau’s duties under this chapter, the bureau shall coordinate service delivery with the area agencies on aging. [Pre-1992 Revision Citation: 4-28-3-5.] As added by P.L.2-1992, SEC.4.

12-10-1-6. Area Agencies; Duties; Coverage Area Changes

Sec. 6. (a) The area agencies on aging designated by the bureau in each planning and service region shall do the following: (1) Determine the needs and resources of the aged in the area. (2) Coordinate, in cooperation with other agencies or organizations in the area, region, district, or county, all programs and activities providing […]