Senior Resources
Seniors who access community resources benefit from quality care, support and advocacy and make the aging process more fulfilling, less stressful and the challenges of aging a little less terrible.
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Senior Home Care
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Companionship
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Senior Transportation
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Senior Food Programs
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Senior Centers
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Area Agencies on Aging
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Senior Friendly Homes
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Help Modifying Homes
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Emergency Response Systems
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Senior Advocates
✳︎ Senior Home Care ✳︎ Companionship ✳︎ Senior Transportation ✳︎ Senior Food Programs ✳︎ Senior Centers ✳︎ Area Agencies on Aging ✳︎ Senior Friendly Homes ✳︎ Help Modifying Homes ✳︎ Emergency Response Systems ✳︎ Senior Advocates
In-home care gives seniors the opportunity to age in place and live healthy, independent lifestyles.
Volunteers
Delivers meals, offers companionship, provides transportation and assists with other non-medical care needs.
Cost: free
Licensed Home Care Agencies
Offers flexible care options, from one hour to full-time
Provides mobility and safe transfer assistance
Choose from specialized care, including Alzheimer’s care, respite care and veteran’s care
Cost: $35 per hour on average
Search for caregivers based on care needs
Find local caregivers
Independent Caregivers
Request referrals from doctors, friends, family or senior centers
Cost: $20 to $40 per hour on average
*Verify licensing and references and perform background checks prior to hire.
Senior food programs support homebound older adults, those struggling financially and seniors with limited transportation options.
Helps seniors with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) applications
Buy fresh fruits, vegetables, honey and herbs with vouchers
Seniors must qualify for the Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program
Delivers meals to eligible seniors
Meal delivery volunteers help seniors stay socially connected
Cost: free, suggested donation or sliding scale
Caregivers
Prepares healthy meals based on seniors’ dietary guidelines
Senior Center Meals
Enjoy hot lunches and social interaction
Cost: free or low-cost
Companion caregivers reduce social isolation and loneliness with conversations, games, outings, emotional support and more.
Volunteers
Serves older adults through community programs, faith-based organizations and nonprofits.
Cost: free
Companion Caregivers
Find senior companionship from licensed home care agencies
Cost: $35 per hour on average
Members receive companionship in-person or via phone
Teaches seniors how to use tech devices and more
Cost: free through eligible Medicaid or Medicare plans
Quality senior centers provide opportunities for social interaction, lifelong learning and support services.
Find senior centers based on location and activities, from outings to book clubs and dance classes
Search for quality senior centers by state
Supports seniors with clubs, classes, lunches, fellowship and more
Local AAAs serve as trusted community resources promoting the independence, health and dignity of seniors.
Connects elderly with senior advocates
Counsels on Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security
Helps seniors navigate legal issues
Offers volunteer opportunities and healthy aging workshops
Cost: free regardless of income
Call for emergency assistance with the press of a button or voice commands.
Wearable medical alert device
Automatic fall-detection bracelets or pendants
Voice-activated assistants
Mobile GPS systems
Cost: starts at $19 per month
*Discounts available through AARP, health insurance (Medicare or Medicaid) and senior organizations.
Senior advocates protect the rights, safety and well-being of older adults and ensure their preferences are honored.
Individuals
Family members
Nonprofit organization volunteers
Local senior centers
Geriatric care managers
Serves residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities and other adult care homes
Helps elderly residents resolve problems and receive quality care
Cost: free
Offers unbiased Medicare counseling
Advocates for rights of seniors in long-term care facilities
Cost: free
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Improves quality of elder legal services
National Association of Senior Advocates
Offers expert guidance to seniors and their families
Find vetted professionals for help with estate planning, home maintenance, financial management and more
An accessible home is key to aging in place safely, independently and successfully.
Motion Detector Lights
Accommodates age-related vision changes and reduces fall risks
Install easily anywhere, like near stairs and in hallways
Operates on a USB charge or battery
Cost: starts at $20
Mobility Support
Learn to correctly use a cane, walker or other mobility aid
Utilize caregiver mobility support services
Install grab bars in bathrooms
Add handrails to stairs
Exercise regularly to strengthen muscles and bones, promote balance and reduce fall risks
Home modification programs support seniors who wish to age in place.
Performs various repairs, including bathroom modifications, wheelchair ramp installation, window replacement and more
Cost: free or low-cost
Area Agency on Aging (AAA)
Offers or refers seniors to home modification programs
Senior transportation services help the elderly who no longer drive stay involved in their community.
Locate area senior transportation services from local senior centers, Dial-a-Ride and others
Cost: free and paid options
Offers door-through-door transportation services
Cost: $45 minimum fare
Search for local senior transportation from nonprofits and government-affiliated services
Cost: free