Alzheimer’s Association, Greater
214-827-0062
Hours: 24 hours per day, 7 days per week for phone information; office hours
How to apply: Call
Cost: No charge
Website: www.alz.org
Services: Support groups, assisted living information, caregiver information
214-826-4361
Hours:
Languages: English and Spanish onsite; resources for finding any other major language
How to apply: Call for information for current events
Services: Train instructors, conduct health fairs, speakers on-site, fundraising opportunities, educational programs, physician referrals, on-going research, advocacy programs at the national level
214-758-8000
Hours: 24 hours
Languages: English and Spanish
Website: www.bucknerretirement.org/Dallas
Services: Exercise classes, computer classes, Spanish classes, onsite concerts, arts and crafts activities, book reviews, onsite library, choirs, bus trips, transportation to appointments
3 levels of care offered: 1st is independent living; 2nd is assisted living, and 3rd is harbor living (total care – Dementia); housing available for first come-first served are town homes, patio homes, cottages; apply on site.
214-826-8330
Hours: 8-5 M-F
Language: Spanish, English, Mandarin
How to apply: Apply onsite. Must live in
Cost: None
Services: Financial aid for utilities for those that qualify; nutritious meals served to those over 60 or disabled for breakfast and lunch; PAN (People and Nutrition) program offers 30 lbs of food/month based on financial need; home delivery available; nutrition education offered; health screenings; recreational opportunities;
214-375-0133
Information same as
972-562-6996
Hours:
Language: English
Apply: Call or in person
Cost: Varies based on financial need
Website: www.cccoaweb.org
Services: Available to those over 60 living in
214-330-8710
Hours: 24 hours
Language: English/Spanish
How to Apply: Call and set up interview
Cost: $12/hour for in-home care
Website: www.senioraid.org
Services: Custodial and personal care (companion service, bathing & grooming assistance, meal preparation, shopping, errands, and housekeeping;). Work closely with Home and Stead (972-224-7787) and Volunteer Nurse Association (214-689-2555)
Phone: 214-821-5390
Hours: 9-5 M-F; (receptionist on site M-Sun
How to apply: Call or come in to fill out application; must be 62 or older;
Cost: Based on income (Sec. 8 at 30% of income to 426/month) includes utilities;
Services: Full time social worker, lifeline for phone bills, grocery store transportation on Wed., activity director, bingo, Sunday services, computer lab with classes available, certified geriatric exercise instructor, in house thrift store, newcomers parties.
214-376-1701; for hospice, call 214-413-1500
Language: English
How to apply: Call
Cost: Varies
Website: www.gracepresbyterianvillage.org
Services: Independent living, assisted living, hospice nursing care
214-638-4997
Information same as
214-355-9001
Languages: Multiple
How to apply: Come to facility and take a tour; fill out application and return for approval process (no application fee)
Cost: Varies
Website: www.presbyterianvillagenorth.org
Services: Non-profit leveled assisted living including licensed nursing care, and certified Alzheimer’s care; facility is affiliated with Texas Health Resources
972-690-7526
Hours: 9-5 Mon – Fri.
Languages: English
How to apply: Call for information packet
Cost: $160/year or $1500 for lifetime
Services: Mental illness focus; case management with social worker for psychotherapy; assistance in acquiring medical services; comprehensive education
972-744-7800
Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs –
Languages: English
How to apply: Must be over 55; call
Cost: None
Website: http://www.cor.net/
Services: Van service; benefits counseling by volunteers certified by Dallas Area Agency on Aging to assist in answering questions about eligibility for medicare/medicaid, food stamps, and other public benefits; painting classes and computer classes; dance lessons and a ballroom dance every Sat 7-9:30pm;
214-741-0200
Hours: 9-4 Mon-Fri
Languages: English, Spanish
How to apply: Call for application or apply in person
Cost: None
Website: www.aarp.org
Services: Employment training for those 55+ who meet income guidelines established by Health and Human Services
214-823-5700
Hours: 8-5 Mon-Fri
Languages: English/Spanish
Cost: None
How to apply: Must be 60+ years old; Apply by calling or in person.
Website: www.theseniorsource.org
Services: Eldercare services for seniors:
- Senior Prescription Assistance Program, which assists seniors in applying for free or low cost medications through the indigent drug programs of various pharmaceutical manufactures
- The Elder Support Program: Eldercare specialists handle retirement housing and assisted living options, financial concerns, in home care, mental health issues, social and volunteer activities, services for caregivers of older adults with developmental disabilities
- The Nursing Home Ombudsman Program advocates for quality of care in nursing homes and assisted living facilities, and works closely with the Texas Department of Aging.
- The Senior Employment Program assists older adults 50+ seeking employment with job leads, job interview tips, creating or updating a resume; volunteers also provide employers with information about the benefits of hiring older workers.
- The Money Management Program offers assistance in
- Volunteer Guardians help manage personal affairs of vulnerable older adults who are unable to take care of themselves as determined by the probate courts. Money management is part of this program as well.
- Senior Companion Program pairs a fully functional, self-reliant senior volunteer with a frail and possibly older senior adult. The volunteer provides the senior with companionship, escort services to appointments or social events, assists with personal care of grooming, eating, and exercising and assists with light housekeeping and meal preparation.
940-382-2224
Hours: 9-5 Mon – Fri
Languages: English/Spanish
How to apply: Must live in
Cost: varies
Website: www.SPAN-transit.org
Services: Meals, and transportation; Lifeline emergency response system - $25/month; caregiver support groups, Senior paws (meals for pets); benefits counseling; senior pals;
Language: English/Spanish
Website: www.txabusehotline.org
214-689-0000
Hours: 24/7
Languages: English/Spanish
Cost: Varies
Services: Meals on Wheels - $4.00/meal; long term home care – cost based on income; hospice service; transportation for shopping and errands; rehabilitation services; wellness clinics;
214-915-4600/4616
Hours: 8-5 Mon – Fri
Languages: English/ Spanish
Cost: Varies
How to apply: For seniors whose income is at or below the poverty level
Website: www.Dallasurbanleague.com
Services: Workforce ready training and placement, computer classes, GED acquisition, grandparent resource group for those that are raising their grandchildren;