Alabama Gulf Coast Spring - Summer 2023

Ashley Coleman, MD

Kathleen Parks, CRNP

Ryan Rainer, MD

Stephen Simpson, MD 251-444-1999 | WWW.JUBILEE.HEALTH TRANSFORMING THE SENIOR HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE ACCEPTING PATIENTS 65+ AND MEDICARE ELIGIBLE

Joseph

Amato, MD

Senior Companion Program 1150 Government St, Mobile

251-574-3232

ENERGY RESOURCES & WEATHERIZATION

Community Action Agency

– Atmore 309 E Ridgeley St, Atmore 251-368-4799

– Baldwin 26440 Pollard Rd, Daphne 251-626-2646 – Mobile 7296 10th St, Mobile 251-342-5650

Ecumenical Ministries

– 564 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope 251-928-3430

– 102 W Spruce Ave, Foley 251-943-3445

Escambia County Community Action Agency

3227 Pea

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES

This section is alphabetical. You will find hundreds of different services and organizations that work with seniors and their families. This includes professional services, such as Adult Day, Care Management, Elder Law, Social Security, Senior Centers, etc...

251-343-9600

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HEALTH AT

HOME

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HOME HEALTH, NON-MEDICAL HOME HEALTH CARE, AND HOSPICE CARE

This section offers three different comparison grids; the first features Skilled Home Healthcare; the second contains Non-Medical and Personal Assistance at home, and the third grid showcases Hospice Services for end of life care. First Familiarize yourself with the different services that are offered by each agency. You will find definitions about each service at the beginning of this section. Many options exist; we hope this will help you find a provider to meet your specific needs.

COMMUNITY

AND SERVICES HEALTH AT HOME HOUSING OPTIONS

First you should familiarize yourself with the many options available and determine which one is best for your needs. You will find definitions of each type of housing at the beginning of the housing section. Then turn to our easy to read comparison grids. The grids are divided into 3 categories, depending on the type of community: Independent Living and Retirement, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing. The buildings are listed by city or county so you can zero in on the specific areas you are looking for.

You will also find many feature articles throughout the publication. These articles are written by local experts on a variety of topics that can aid you in making the right choices.

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ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES ALABAMA GULF COAST –2020 SUMMER-WINTER Indicates website link on seniorsbluebook.com 96 97 ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES AD ON PAGE # PHONE # LOWEST MONTHLY STARTING PRICE # OF UNITS PRICE DEPENDENT LEVELS OF CARE RESIDENTIAL HOME SKILLED NURSING FACILITY SECURED MEMORY CARE UNIT WANDERGUARD RESPITE SHORT TERM STAY NURSE ON STAFF ADULT DAY PROGRAMS SCHEDULED TRANSPORTATION KITCHENETTE SEMI-PRIVATE ROOMS PRIVATE ROOMS PETS ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES 1 ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES BALDWIN COUNTY Homestead Village of Fairhope 924 Plantation Blvd, Fairhope 36532 251-929-0250$1,200133 Live Oak Village 2300 N Cedar St, Foley 36535 251-943-6733$3,20060 lll ll Seagrass Village of Gulf Shores 21298 Cotton Creek Dr, Gulf Shores 36542 251-225-4520 $3,50050 l lllllll Westminster Village 500 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort 36527 251-626-700722 Baldwin House, 10171 Papageorge St, Daphne 36526 251-621-1717$3,55030 Country Gables, 12250 High Fields Rd, Grand Bay 36541 251-367-2800$1,80024 llllll Country Place Sr Living – Fairhope, 8127 Gayfer Rd Ext, Fairhope 36532251-929-3627$3,29524 ll lllll Sm Country Place Senior Living – Foley, 615 E Laurel, Foley 36535 251-943-4412$3,29524 Sm Gardens of Daphne, 1307 Daphne Ave, Daphne 36526 251-625-0802$2,64016 l l ll The Blake at Malbis, 11626 US Hwy 90, Daphne 36526 251-625-6400$3,300108 lllllllll The Brennity at Daphne, 27440 CR 13, Daphne 36526 251-626-9000$3,59560 Sm The Brennity at Fairhope, 50 Spring Run Dr, Fairhope 36532 251-928-5555$2,80095 lllll Sm The Huntingdon, 108 Homestead Village, Fairhope 36532 251-929-0250$2,40030 ll l Sm ESCAMBIA COUNTY The Meadows of Atmore 202 Medical Park Dr, Atmore 36502 251-446-9317$2,36516 lll ll The Meadows of Brewton 205 Pineview St, Brewton 36426 251-809-0227$2,36516 l l ll Country Place Senior Living – Brewton, 905 Belleville Ave, Brewton 36426251-809-3550$3,19524 ll lllll Sm MOBILE COUNTY Crowne Place Assisted Living 3720 Dauphin St, Mobile 36608 251-344-3866$2,76552 ll llllll Atria Senior Living, 4720 Morrison Dr, Mobile 36609 251-380-0053$2,59570 l llllll Sm Brookside Assisted Living, 2260 Pesnell Ct, Mobile 36695 251-633-9299 18 l llll Dauphin Way Senior Living, 3085 Dauphin Square Conn, Mobile 36607 251-450-1110$1,80026 Sm = Small C = Cats Only &= Call Indicates website link on seniorsbluebook.com Continued on next page HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE Indicates website link on seniorsbluebook.com 3

DEAR SENIORS BLUE BOOK READERS,

We are excited to bring you the Spring-Summer 2023 Edition of the Seniors Blue Book Alabama Gulf Coast. For over 22 years, the Seniors Blue Book has been the most comprehensive resource directory for seniors. The Seniors Blue Book is designed to help seniors, caretakers, and family members navigate the maze of senior care, housing, and services.

We have made it easy on you by color coding each section of the Seniors Blue Book. On the edge of each page, you will find different color tabs: Resources are in Blue, Health at Home Agencies are in Purple, and Senior Housing is in Green. We have great articles and information about Medicare as well.

Join the “go-to” website for seniors: seniorsbluebook.com/local/ alabama-gulf-coast where you will find additional information, pictures and videos of Local Services, Senior Housing, and Home Health Care. You can also view events, order books,

access the online e-flip book and read informative articles. The website changes daily, so visit often. Online Membership is FREE!

You can find the Seniors Blue Book at one of our 500+ distribution points which include Rouses Markets, CVS Pharmacies, Flora-Bama Lounge, Flora-Bama Package Store, Lambert’s Café, Piggly Wiggly, Briquettes, Winn-Dixies, Libraries, Senior Centers, Hospitals, Churches and Health Care facilities to name a few. We service seven counties in southwest Alabama: Baldwin, Clarke, Conecuh, Escambia, Mobile, Monroe & Washington. Pick up a free copy of the Seniors Blue Book at any one of these locations.

Please join us in thanking our loyal advertisers and distribution partners. They make it possible for us to supply our Seniors with the best directory possible. Let them know that you saw them in the Seniors Blue Book.

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For current information or to sign up for our newsletter, please visit our website: seniorsbluebook.com/local/ alabama-gulf-coast

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706-615-5958

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Art Director

Additional copies of this Directory are available FREE at most of the gathering places for seniors. Give us a call at 251.287.6772 and we will direct you to the location nearest you or go to www.SeniorsBlueBook.com and click on the “Find a Book” link to locate your closest distribution points.

The contents of this book may not be reproduced either in whole or in part without consent of the publisher. Every effort has been made to include accurate data, however, the publisher cannot be held liable for material content or errors. Copyright 2023.

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ADULT DAY PROGRAMS

Adult day programs are for elders who need a place to stay during daytime hours because they have difficulty functioning alone.

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Grandfriends Via!

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1717 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-470-5224

Mercy Life

– A PACE Organization

(ad on page 75)

2900 Springhill Ave, Mobile

251-287-8420

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E. A. Roberts Alzheimer’s Center

169 Mobile Infirmary Blvd, Mobile

251-435-6950

Shepherd’s Place

155 S Section St, Fairhope

251-270-0097

United Cerebral Palsy Adult Day Program of Mobile

251-479-4900

AGING INFORMATION & REFERRAL

Provides a network of resources and information to seniors and their families

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Aging & Disability Resource Center – SARPC (see AAA on page 13)

251-706-4680 / 800-243-5463

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The Baldwin Council on Aging

MISSION: The Baldwin Council on Aging is the leading advocate, relative to all aging issues, on behalf of all older persons in the planning and service area. The Council on Aging serves as the resource for information, training, technical assistance, advocacy and leadership for the elderly. The Council on Aging is dedicated to preserving the dignity, independence and peace of mind for the elderly citizens of Baldwin County. Because we are a government-funded agency, we are not affiliated with any business. We are here strictly to advise Baldwin County residents about the information and services that might be available to them at little or no cost.

251.972.8506

22251 Palmer Street Robertsdale, AL 36567

AGING INFORMATION & REFERRAL continued

Area Agency on Aging

(see AAA on page 13)

– Baldwin

22251 Palmer St, Robertsdale

251-972-8506

– Escambia

8600 Hwy 31, Atmore

251-368-1032 x102

– Mobile

110 Beauregard St, Mobile

251-706-4680

Baldwin County Council on Aging (ad on this page – 10)

– Eastern Shore / Bay Minette

251-928-3002

– Robertsdale

251-972-8506

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center

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1717 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-478-3311

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AARP Information Center – Mobile

888-687-2277

Alabama Dept of Senior Services

800-243-5463

American Society on Aging

800-537-9728

Area Agency on Aging –Clarke, Conecuh, Monroe, & Washington Counties

3 Camden Bypass, Camden

334-682-5206 / 888-617-0500

Independent Living Ctr of Mobile

251-460-0301

National Council on Aging

571-527-3900

National Eldercare Locator

800-677-1116

United Way Connect 2-1-1

8 Commerce St, Ste 1140, Montgomery 36104

2-1-1 / 7-1-1 (hearing impaired)

Dialing 211 will connect you to a trained operator that can assist you with information on services available in the community 24/7.

United Way Information & Referral

218 St Francis St, Mobile

251-433-3624

– Kelly Childress, Baldwin County Council on Aging Coordinator

AIR CONDITIONING & HVAC

Netherland Air Conditioning

(ad on this page – 11)

251-753-0302

Servicing Mobile & Baldwin Counties

ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUPS

Alzheimer’s Association

National Headquarters

800-272-3900

Alzheimer’s Association

Panhandle Chapter

233 W Gregory St, Pensacola

850-462-5410

E. A. Roberts Alzheimer’s Center

169 Mobile Infirmary Blvd, Mobile

251-435-6950

Gulf Coast Dementia Services Support Group

(ad on page 18)

3263 Demetropolis Rd, Ste 9B, Mobile

251-355-9123

Haven Memory Care

(ad on pages 56-57, 103)

6848 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores

251-923-2800

The Long Goodbye

1507 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-471-1511

AQUATIC CLASSES & THERAPY

Bodenhamer Recreation Center

310 W 19th Ave, Gulf Shores

251-968-1420

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Area Agency on Aging Legal Assistance Program

The Legal Assistance Program is funded by the AAA and provides legal services at no cost in non-criminal and non-fee generating matters. Services are provided to 60 and older, and outreach is provided for those in the most social or economic need. Our Agency provides direct services or referrals to other organizations.

About Our Attorney Brittney S. Bragg

Formerly a Partner in the law firm of Abell & Bragg, LLC

Specialization in Social Security, family law and wills

Bachelor of Arts, University of South Alabama (2011)

Law Degree, Thomas Goode Jones

School of Law (2015)

Clerked for the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals

Mobile County Bar, Montgomery County Bar, AL Bar Association, AL Association for Justice & Montgomery AL Bar Women’s Section

Volunteer efforts include animal rescue organizations & working with homeless children across the state

Licenses & Certifications: AL Bar; Poarch Band of Creek Indians Tribal Court; United States District Court Middle District of AL

Legal Program Assistance Services

Elder abuse, exploitation, fraud

Income maintenance (loss of income/benefits)

Accessing health/nursing home care

Consumer issues & debt collection

Housing

Advanced directives

Powers of Attorney

Medicaid & Medicare

Social Security

Wills

AQUATIC CLASSES & THERAPY

continued from page 11

Connie Hudson Mobile Regional Senior Community

Center (ad on page 53)

3201 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile

251-602-4963

Dearborn YMCA

321 N Warren St, Mobile 251-432-4768

Eastern Shore Aquatics Center 10580 CR64, Daphne 251-300-0820

Foley Senior Center

(ad on page 59)

304 E Rose St, Foley 251-943-1877

Providence Wellness Center 6904 Providence Park Dr, Mobile

251-266-2090

Snook Family YMCA

2560 S Pine St, Foley 251-970-3003

AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR

Gulf Coast AutoTech

(ad on this page – 14)

3742 Halls Mill Rd, Mobile

251-345-6470

CANCER TREATMENT CENTERS

Ascension Providence Cancer Ctr

6701 Airport Blvd, Bldg B, Mobile

251-266-1890

Adam Hossley brings over 37 years of dealership training and experience to his family-owned and locally operated shop.

Adam can diagnose many issues while you wait, at times without the need for you to exit the vehicle. We then order your parts and schedule a follow up appt for the repair.

Your safety is our priority, which is why we take pride in properly diagnosing and repairing your vehicle.

Gulf Coast Cancer Center

– 1703 N Bunner St, Foley

251-943-1680

– 29653 Anchor Cross Blvd, Daphne

251-626-1755

North Baldwin Infirmary

1815 Hand Ave, Bay Minette

251-937-5521

Southern Cancer Center

888-625-6896

– 29653 Anchor Cross Blvd, Daphne

– 1851 N McKenzie St, Ste 103, Foley

– 3 Mobile Infirmary Cir, Mobile

– 3719 Dauphin St, Mobile

– 6701 Airport Blvd, Mobile

Southwest Alabama Community Cancer Center

200 Rumbley Rd, Monroeville

251-575-2697

Thomas Hospital

750 Morphy Ave, Fairhope

251-928-2375

USA Mitchell Cancer Institute

– 1660 Spring Hill Ave, Mobile

251-665-8000

– 188 Hospital Dr # 400, Fairhope

251-990-1850

CARE MANAGEMENT –NON PROFIT

Care management agencies provide assistance and guidance in coordinating long term care, in-home care, or other services based on needs assessment and an individualized care plan

Area Agency on Aging

(see AAA on page 13)

– Baldwin

22251 Palmer St, Robertsdale

251-972-8506

– Escambia

8600 Hwy 31, Atmore

251-368-1032 x102

– Mobile

110 Beauregard St, Mobile

251-706-4680

Area Agency on Aging –Clarke, Conecuh, Monroe, & Washington Counties

3 Camden Bypass, Camden

334-682-5206 / 888-617-0500

Baldwin County Council on Aging (ad on page 10)

– Eastern Shore / Bay Minette

251-928-3002

– Robertsdale

251-972-8506

CAREGIVER SUPPORT SERVICES

Alabama Cares

251-706-4680 / 800-243-5463

Alabama Lifespan

Respite Resource Network Mobile

866-737-8252

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregiver Center

800-272-3900

Care Givers Unite – Mobile

251-209-1555

Veterans Affairs National Caregiver Support Line

855-260-3274

INTEGRATED SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT

“Providing direction for your company’s information systems”

Software/Networking/Security/QuickBooks Pro Advisors

251-342-0900

Providing computer and cybersecurity solutions for companies in the Gulf Coast Region for over 20 years using the latest computer and software products

l Computer solutions includes devices from PCs to Servers.

l Software solutions include Microsoft products and QuickBooks products.

Call and schedule a on-site evaluation today.

CEMETERY

l Cybersecurity solutions include antivirus and internet security products.

l ISM provides device and user support for all your computer products.

l ISM provides computer support for different types of industries, companies and individuals.

COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS

Mobile Memorial Gardens

Cemetery (ad on page 16)

6100 Three Notch Rd, Mobile

251-661-1333

COMPUTER CONSULTING

Integrated Systems Management

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Alabama, Florida & Mississippi

Gulf Coast

251-342-0900

CONSERVATORSHIP

Aging in Alabama (ad on page 21)

68 N Bancroft St, Fairhope

251-281-8120

Baldwin County Health Dept

– 212 Courthouse Sq, Bay Minette

251-937-6935

– 23280 Gilbert Dr, Robertsdale

251-947-1910

Clarke County Health Dept

22600 Hwy 84 E, Grove Hill

251-275-3772

Conecuh County Health Dept

102 Wild Ave, Evergreen

251-578-1952

Escambia County Health Dept

– Hwy 31 N, Atmore

251-368-9188

– 1115 Azalea Pl, Brewton

251-867-5765

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Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals and family members affected by the various types of dementia, Alzheimer’s being the most common, by providing comprehensive education, training and support. Gulf Coast Dementia Services is a 501c3 Corporation dedicated to our community.

COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS

continued

Mobile County Health Dept

– 19250 Mobile St N, Citronelle

251-866-9126

– 251 N Bayou St, Mobile 251-690-8158

– 3810 Wulff Rd E, Semmes

251-445-0582

Monroe County Health Dept

416 Agriculture Dr, Monroeville

251-575-3108

Washington County Health Dept 14900 St. Stephens Ave, Chatom

251-847-2245

DEMENTIA RESOURCES

Care Givers Unite – Mobile

251-209-1555

Gulf Coast Dementia Services

(ad on this page – 18) 251-355-9123

DENTAL RESOURCES

Alabama Donated Dental Services

800-414-9449

Alabama Free Clinic

257 Hand Ave, Bay Minette

251-937-8096

Brewton Family Dental Center 1115 Azalea Pl, Brewton 251-867-8020

Citronelle Health & Dental Center

19250 N Mobile St, Citronelle 251-866-5585

Eight Mile Health Center 4009 St. Stephens Rd, Eight Mile 251-456-1399

Franklin Primary Health

– 1115 Azalea Pl, Brewton 251-809-3925

– 3147 First Ave, Loxley 251-964-2404

– 1303 Dr MLK Jr Ave, Mobile 251-432-4117

Mostellar Medical Ctr Dental Clinic 12701 Padgett Switch Rd, Mobile 251-824-2174

North Mobile Health Center 950 E Coy Smith Hwy, Mt. Vernon 251-829-9884

Semmes Health Center 3810 Wulff Rd E, Semmes 251-445-0582

Victory Health Partners 3750 Professional Pkwy, Mobile 251-445-0611

DIABETIC SERVICES & SUPPLIES

Alabama Free Clinic

257 Hand Ave, Bay Minette

251-937-8096

Infirmary Diabetes & Resource Ctr

5 Mobile Infirmary Cir, Mobile

251-435-2785

Providence Hospital Diabetes Ctr

6701 Airport Blvd #436, Mobile 251-266-1987

Thomas Hospital Diabetes Ctr

312 S Greeno Rd, Bldg C, Ste B, Fairhope 251-279-1700

DISASTER ASSISTANCE

Baldwin County EMA 23100 McAuliffe Dr, Robertsdale 251-972-6807

Clarke County EMA 114 Court St, Grove Hill 251-275-8775

Conecuh County EMA 102 County Shop Rd, Evergreen 251-578-5911

Escambia County EMA 314 Belleville Ave, Brewton 251-867-0232

Mobile County EMA 348 N McGregor Ave, Mobile 251-460-8000

Monroe County EMA 65 N Alabama Ave, Monroeville 251-575-8154

Washington County EMA

435 Hearn Dr, Chatom

251-847-2668

DIZZINESS & BALANCE

PREFERRED PROVIDER NARO Audiology & Hearing Solutions

(ad on pages 30-31)

– 157A N Hoyle Ave, Bay Minette 251-937-8731

– 1305 McMillan Ave, Brewton 251-867-7711

– 22530 US Hwy 98, Ste 240, Fairhope 251-929-9397

– 149 W Peachtree Ave, Foley 251-970-3277

ELDER ABUSE, RIGHTS & ASSISTANCE

Government and non-profit agencies which advocate for or protect seniors from abuse in housing, financial matters, physical harm

Adult Protective Services

251-450-7000

Alabama Attorney General’s Office of Consumer Protection

800-393-5658

Alabama Dept of Public Health

Nursing Home Hotline

800-356-9596

Alabama Dept of Public Health

Assisted Living Facility Hotline

800-873-0366

Alabama Elder Care Hotline

800-458-7214

Alabama Securities Commission

800-222-1253

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Alabama Update – Changes In The Law

Every year, there are hundreds of laws considered by our government that are designed to improve the living conditions of our local seniors. Several have passed or are in process of passage that have helped our area citizens live their best life.

In March, 2021, the Elderly and Vulnerable Adult Act went into effect, authorizing financial institutions to delay or stop suspicious financial transactions.

In June, 2022, the Alabama Legislature passed what is known as “Shirley’s Law”, which implemented an Elder Abuse Registry – the first of its kind in the nation. All medical practitioners are required to report those they suspect are victims of abuse and there are criminal penalties for failure to do so. Those who exploit seniors are placed on the list and all guardianship proceedings must come with clearance from Adult Protective Services that the proposed agent is not on the registry. Named for a woman who was financially exploited by a caregiver, this law will help prevent vulnerable adults from being exploited in the future.

The Alabama Legislature is considering the Colby Act – or

Affecting Seniors

an alternative to Guardianship and Conservatorship which would enable an adult to enter into an agreement with “supporters” who assist them in making decisions. For many Alabamians, this is a welcome alternative. For example, young disabled people who have the ability to achieve independence with help may use a supported decision making agreement to formally enlist those they trust to help them make the right decisions.

There are limits to what this Act can achieve. For example, this alternative may not be a good fit for those living with dementia, who are not capable of making sound decisions regarding their health or finances and may require a court appointed guardian to ensure their life’s work is not wasted and they do not become exploited.

Do you know someone who you suspect is the victim of Elder Abuse? Call the confidential hotline at Adult Protective Services: 1-800-458-7214. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by by Kyla G. Kelim, Esq., Aging in Alabama. Reach her at 251-281-8120. See ad on page 21.

ELDER ABUSE, RIGHTS & ASSISTANCE continued from page

Charity Navigator

201-818-1288

District Attorney’s Office

– Baldwin

251-937-0274

– Escambia

251-867-0239

– Mobile

251-574-8400

Long-Term Care

Ombudsman Program

251-433-6541

Medicare Fraud

251-434-6848

Mobile Fair Housing Center

251-479-1532

Mobile Police Dept Elder Crime Prevention Unit – Project Care

251-208-1938

State of Alabama Elder Abuse Hotline

800-458-7214

State of Alabama Medicare Fraud Division

800-458-7214

ELDER LAW

These legal firms devote all or part of its practice to serving the special needs of senior citizens

Aging

(ad on this page – 21)

68 N Bancroft St, Fairhope

251-281-8120

Continued on next page

South Alabama Volunteer Lawyers Program

Mobile

251-438-1102

EMERGENCY AID

Christian Service Center

317 Dolphin Ave, Gulf Shores

251-968-5256

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEMS

Acadian Monitoring Services

800-259-3333

Alert 1

844-335-5523

Lifeline

855-681-5351

LogicMark – Guardian Alert 911

800-519-2419

Project LifeSaver

– Baldwin County

251-972-0200 x7637

– Escambia County

251-809-0741

– Mobile County

251-574-4455

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES & RESOURCES

Alabama Dept of Rehabilitation

2419 Gordon Smith Dr, Mobile

251-479-8611

Alabama State Employment Call Center

866-234-5382

Easter Seals Employment Training Program

2440 Gordon Smith Dr, Mobile

251-300-6270

Mature Staffing Services

800-243-5463

Mobile Works

251-432-0909

SARPC Senior Aides Program

800-242-5463

Senior Companion Program

1150 Government St, Mobile

251-574-3232

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Financial assistance companies specialize in assisting seniors facing financial problems or in need of financial assistance

American Red Cross

– Atmore

101 N Pensacola Ave, Atmore

251-368-3643

– Bay Minette

300 N Hoyle Ave, Bay Minette

251-937-3801

– Brewton

1014 Douglas St, Brewton

251-867-3426

– Foley

412 E Laurel St, Foley

251-943-3844

– Mobile

35 N Sage Ave, Mobile

251-544-6100

Catholic Social Services

– Baldwin

23010 Hwy 59 N, Robertsdale

251-947-2293

– Mobile

555 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-434-1500

Christian Service Center

317 Dolphin Ave, Gulf Shores

251-968-5256

Community Action Agency

– Atmore

309 E Ridgeley St, Atmore

251-368-4799

– Baldwin

26440 Pollard Rd, Daphne

251-626-2646

– Mobile

7296 10th St, Mobile

251-342-5650

Ecumenical Ministries

– 564 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope

251-928-3430

– 102 W Spruce Ave, Foley

251-943-3445

Escambia County Community Action Agency

3227 Pea Ridge Rd, Brewton

251-867-4759

Salvation Army

1009 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-438-1625

Tax Aide Senior Citizens Services

22251 Palmer St, Robertsdale

251-972-8506

United Way

– Baldwin

700 N McKenzie St, Foley

251-943-2110

– Mobile 218 St Francis St, Mobile

251-943-2110

FITNESS, REHABILITATION & WELLNESS PROGRAMS

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Connie Hudson Mobile

Regional Senior Com-

munity Center (ad on page 53)

3201 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile

251-602-4963

Mercy Life – A PACE

Organization (ad on page 75)

2900 Springhill Ave, Mobile

251-287-8420

SAAD Healthcare

(ad on page 79 and Back Cover)

1515 S University Blvd, Mobile

251-343-9600

Saraland Parks & Recreation Senior Center

(ad on page 55)

716 Mae St, Saraland

251-679-5511

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center

(ad on page 9)

1717 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-478-3311

BALDWIN COUNTY

Bodenhamer Recreation Center

310 W 19 Ave, Gulf Shores

251-968-1420

Continued on next page

FITNESS, REHABILITATION & WELLNESS PROGRAMS

continued

Daphne Senior Center

2605 US Hwy 98, Daphne 251-620-2400

Eastern Shore Rehab & Health Ctr

101 Villa Dr, Daphne 251-621-4200

Foley Senior Center 304 E Rose St, Foley 251-943-1877

James P. Nix Adult Activity Center 1 Bayou Dr, Fairhope 251-928-283

North Baldwin Fitness Center

2115 Hand Ave, Bay Minette 251-937-9099

Orange Beach Recreation Center

4099 Orange Beach Blvd, Orange Beach

251-981-6979

Robertsdale Rehab & Healthcare Center

18700 US Hwy 90, Robertsdale

251-947-1911

Senior Circle – South Baldwin Regional Medical Center

1613 N McKenzie, Foley 251-949-3563

Thomas Fitness Center 212 Hospital Dr, Ste A, Fairhope 251-279-1684

YMCA Bounds Family

8051 Whispering Pines Rd, Daphne 251-626-0888

YMCA Snook Family 2560 S Pine, Foley 251-970-3003

CLARKE COUNTY

Health Actions Physical Therapy

– 1711 College Ave, Jackson 251-246-5761 #252

– 451 Safford Ave, Thomasville 334-636-1461

ESCAMBIA COUNTY

YMCA Brewton Family

1635 Belleville Ave, Brewton 251-867-9622

MOBILE COUNTY

Beth M. Rouse Rehab Center 6904 Providence Park Dr, Mobile 251-639-2090

Gulf Coast Health & Rehab 8002 Grelot Rd, Mobile 251-634-8002

J.L. Bedsole Rotary Rehabilitation Hospital

5 Mobile Infirmary Cir, Mobile 251-435-3417

J.R. Thomas Wellness, Fitness & Rehabilitation Center

1361 Dr MLK Jr Ave, Mobile 251-275-3191

Mobile Nursing & Rehabilitation 7020 Bruns Dr, Mobile 251-639-8278

ProHealth Fitness Center

166 Mobile Infirmary Blvd, Mobile 251-435-2010

Rock Steady Boxing Saad Healthcare (ad on Back Cover)

1515 S University Blvd, Mobile 251-287-8946

Continued on page 26

What Happens When You Combine

You get the exciting lesser-known racquet sport that is Pickleball!

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the USA! Last year, over 36.5 million individuals participated in Pickleball. It is the most popular sport among folks above 60 years of age, which accounts for more than 68% of its players.

To play pickleball, you will need a unique paddle that resembles a ping-pong paddle. The balls used in Pickleball resemble a wiffle ball and are about the size of a baseball. This sport allows for people of all ages and fitness levels, including those that may have disabilities.

Why Play Pickleball?

Pickleball is a great low impact physical activity that also allows for social activity due to the small court. You can put 4 pickleball courts inside one tennis court which allows for conversation among the players. It is easier to play than tennis and is slower paced with less ground to cover. Many picklers also play as a doubles team.

What are the Benefits?

n It’s a great cardio workout

n It’s easy to learn

n It helps you stay sharp

n It’s easy on the joints

n It’s good for your heart

n It’s affordable

n It’s a social sport

The U.S.A. Pickleball Association has skill ratings ranging from 1.05.5. Those with a level between 1.0 and 2.0 are usually brand new to the game with a minimal understanding. A player with a 3.0 rating knows the terms of the game and can hit forehand, backhand and serve, and has the ability to develop a winning strategy. You are rated 5.5 if you are an expert who consistently plays at a high level and wins tournaments. That being said, you will find players of all skill levels on a pickleball court on any given day. Be careful – it can be addictive!

FITNESS, REHABILITATION & WELLNESS PROGRAMS

continued from page 24

Senior Spirit – Providence Hospital

6801 Airport Blvd, Mobile

251-633-1696 #2

YMCA Hearin Chandler

951 Downtowner Blvd, Mobile

251-344-4856

YMCA Moorer Family

101 N Water St, Mobile

251-438-1163

YMCA North Mobile

9270 Saraland Loop, Saraland

251-679-8877

FOOD ASSISTANCE

Alabama Dept of Human Resources

– Brewton, 326 Evergreen Ave

251-809-2000

– Chatom, 14921 St Stephens Ave

251-847-6100

– Grove Hill, 22609 Hwy 84

251-275-7001

– Mobile, 3103 Airport Blvd

251-450-6900

– Robertsdale, 22259 Palmer St

251-945-2400

Area Agency on Aging

(see AAA page 13)

– Baldwin, 22251 Palmer St, Robertsdale

251-972-8506

– Escambia, 8600 Hwy 31, Atmore

251-368-1032 x102

– Mobile, 110 Beauregard St, Mobile

251-706-4680

Catholic Charities

555 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-434-1500

Central Presbyterian Church

Food Pantry

1260 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-432-0591

Christian Service Center

317 Dolphin Ave, Gulf Shores

251-968-5256

Christ United Methodist

Food Pantry

6101 Grelot Rd, Mobile

251-342-0462

City Church Food Pantry

3750 Michael Blvd, Mobile

251-342-4886

Cottage Hill Baptist Church

4255 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile

251-660-2422

Creekwood Church of Christ

1901 Schillinger Rd S, Mobile

251-633-2931

Dauphin Way Methodist

1507 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-471-1511

Dayspring Baptist Church

Food Pantry

2200 S Cody Rd, Mobile

251-633-0250

Ecumenical Ministries

– 564 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope

251-928-3430

– 102 W Spruce Ave, Foley

251-943-3445

Feeding the Gulf Coast

5248 Mobile S St, Theodore

251-653-1617

Government Street Presbyterian

300 Government St, Mobile

251-432-1749

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Boosting Senior Budgets

The U.S. Census revealed a troubling fact: Seniors 65+ were the only group with an increased poverty level.

Many Seniors living on fixed incomes face difficult budgeting choices as inflation continues to create hardships. Every day, the cost of groceries, gasoline, prescription drugs, medical care and cable continues to rise. Research shows that eligible Seniors who access inflation fighting programs have overall improved health and financial stability.

Eating Right When Money’s Tight

Rising food costs are impacting Seniors more than other age groups. No program has more public misconceptions than the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). SNAP provides much needed support to thousands of Seniors 60+, however, only 30% of those eligible for the program are receiving benefits. The program has been improved for convenience and privacy and benefits can average more than $100 per month. Certain medical deductions can actually increase benefits. Seniors receive a debit card for tax free groceries and other eligible items, and the simplified application is renewable every 3 years.

Connecting to Combat Senior Isolation

The Covid Pandemic created a need for Seniors to connect in the other ways to avoid being isolated from friends and family. The internet is now a must have for Seniors who want to engage with loved ones and access information and entertainment. The Affordable Connectivity Program provides cost-offsets for internet services, smart phones or internet connected tablets. Savings can be as much as $2,600 per year.

Reducing Healthcare and Prescription Drug Costs

Seniors need to maximize their healthcare dollars, and Alabama has programs that can save money on Medicare costs and prescription drugs. The Medicare Savings Programs saves the average Senior $2,040 in Medicare Part B premiums and/or copays and deductibles. SenioRx clients may receive a threemonth supply of medication from pharmaceutical companies free or at a low cost.

If you want information on any of these Inflation Fighting Programs, please contact the Area Agency on Aging at 251-706-4680/ 1-800-243-5463 or email aginginfo@sarpc.org. Visit us at www.agingsouthalabama.org or on Facebook@agingsouthalabama. ~

FOOD ASSISTANCE

continued from page 26

Loaves & Fishes Cmnty Ministries

15 N Joachim St, Mobile

251-432-7227

Meals on Wheels

– 224 Grant St, Chickasaw

251-452-6466

– 564 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope

251-928-3430

– 5464 Old Hwy 43, Satsuma

251-675-1440

Prodisee Pantry

9315 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort

251-626-1720

Providence Hospital Outreach –Senior Center

35 N Cody Rd, Mobile

251-544-4480

Spring Hill Baptist

2 S McGregor St, Mobile

251-342-5320

Spring Hill Presbyterian

10 Westminster Way, Mobile

251-342-1550

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

4051 Old Shell Rd, Mobile

251-342-8521

local since 1960

25405 Perdido Beach Blvd. Orange Beach • 251-981-2966

1545 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores • 251-948-4715

St. Ignatius Catholic Church

3704 Spring Hill Ave, Mobile

251-342-9221

The Christian Service Center 317 Dolphin Ave, Gulf Shores

251-968-5256

GROCERY STORE

Rouses Market

(ad on this page – 23)

– 3075 US Hwy 98, Daphne

251-270-5006

– 1545 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores

251-948-4715

– 4350 Old Shell Rd, Mobile

251-385-6325

– 7765 Airport Blvd #609, Mobile

251-385-6328

– 25405 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach

251-981-2966

– 112 Saraland Loop, Saraland

251-385-6326

– 6729 Spanish Fort Rd, Spanish Fort

251-385-6327

– 7361 Theodore Dawes Rd, Theodore

251-385-6324

HEARING RESOURCES

Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind

251-432-7777

Continued on page 32

Donny Rouse, CEO, 3rd Generation

He ing Loss

According to a U.S. study by the Better Hearing Institute, nine out of ten hearing aid users report improvements in their quality of life.

TREATMENT OF HEARING LOSS IS LINKED TO IMPROVED:

If you think you may have a hearing loss, TAKE OUR QUICK, FREE ONLINE HEARING SCREENER. Scan here with your smartphone or visit: https://bit.ly/3DG0xAZ

If you have questions about your results or are ready to schedule a consultation, give us a call today.

Dauphin Street East 2880 Dauphin St. Mobile, AL 36606

251-470-8874

Providence

610 Providence Park Dr. Bldg. 2, Ste. 203 Mobile, AL 36609 251-470-8874

Dauphin Street West 3701 Dauphin St. Mobile, AL 36608 251-341-3228

Daphne 1302 U.S. Highway 98 Daphne, AL 36526 251-470-8874

Naro Audiology and Hearing Solutions

When you make an appointment at Naro Audiology and Hearing Solutions, you can rest assured that your hearing and wellness needs will be met with exceptional care.

“Our mission is to provide professional audiological services and hearing health care while developing excellent rapport with our patients by giving individualized attention and personal, compassionate care,” says Dr. Angelene Naro. She emphasizes the importance of earning and maintaining the trust of her patients, and develops a heavily researched, personalized care plan for each person she and the rest of her team treats. With offices in Brewton, Bay Minette, Fairhope, and Foley, Naro provides high-quality care to several communities.

In February 2021 Naro Audiology & Hearing Solutions announced their partnership with the American Institute of Balance (AIB), located in Largo, FL. AIB is one of the country’s best-known diagnostic, treatment, and educational facilities specializing in equilibrium disorders. The Institute is widely recognized for providing practitioners with the most current clinical and scientific breakthroughs in treatments. “We are proud to announce that AIB has qualified us as a Center

of Specialty Care and we are looking forward to working with our patients with balance, equilibrium, vertigo and dizziness concerns with the best equipment in the area,” states Dr. Angelene Naro.

Naro addresses hearing impairments, balance and dizziness issues so patients can live the best versions of their lives. An increasing number of Americans are experiencing hearing loss at younger ages. It takes the average patient 7 years to make their first appointment to address gradual hearing loss. Naro understands the connection between hearing impairments and other health issues, and how these problems can affect patients’ personal and professional lives. With accurate diagnostic testing and top-notch resources, Naro’s skilled team can identify and treat hearing deficits and issues related to balance and dizziness with efficiency. Utilizing cutting-edge technology, Naro develops an individualized care plan for each patient, aiming not only to address hearing and balance needs, but also to improve their overall health and quality of life. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Naro Audiology and Hearing Solutions. See ad on page 31.

• Diagnostic Audiological / Hearing Evaluation

• Hearing Device Evaluation, Selection & Fitting

• Central Auditory Processing Testing

• Tinnitus Measurement & Management

• Cerumen Removal

• Dizziness & Balance Testing – AIB Certified in Vestibular Management

Hearing Aids are medical devices. Self-treatment for hearing issues (over the counter devices) could cause someone to miss out on proper ear and hearing treatment. Contact our office at 251-970-3277 for an appointment to discuss treatment .

HEARING RESOURCES

continued from page 28

Sertoma Club

Hearing Health Screening

251-454-2903

Starkey Hearing Foundation – HEAR Now

800-328-8602

University of South Alabama Speech & Hearing

251-445-9378

Veteran’s Hearing Aids

251-219-3900

HEARING – AUDIOLOGISTS / HEARING AIDS

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

NARO Audiology & Hearing Solutions

(ad on pages 30-31)

– 157A N Hoyle Ave, Bay Minette

251-937-8731

– 1305 McMillan Ave, Brewton

251-867-7711

– 22530 US Hwy 98, Ste 240, Fairhope

251-929-9397

– 149 W Peachtree Ave, Foley

251-970-3277

Premier Medical Group (ad on page 29)

– West Office

3701 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-341-3228

– East O ffice

2880 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-470-8874

COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES

– Providence Office

610 Providence Pk Dr, Bldg 2, Ste 203, Mobile

251-633-2667

– Daphne O ffice

1302 US Hwy 98, Daphne

251-210-1938

HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Mercy Life – A PACE

Organization (ad on page 75)

2900 Springhill Ave, Mobile

251-287-8420

SAAD Healthcare (ad on pages 79 and Back Cover)

– 1515 S University Blvd, Mobile

251-343-2990

– 6450 US Hwy 90, Spanish Fort

251-626-4558

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Affinity Home Medical

724 Lakeside Dr, Mobile

251-666-2002

Bay Home Medical Equipment

910 Nichols Ave, Fairhope

251-990-3941

DW McMillan

Home Medical Equipment

1108 Douglas Ave, Brewton

251-867-2797

Jubilee Medical Equipment

28851 N Main St, Ste 2, Daphne

251-375-0019

The MOBILE SENIOR COALITIONS is an allvolunteer organization that offers support to seniors and to those serving seniors in southern Alabama, including Mobile and Baldwin Counties. The coalition provides education resources, as well as networking opportunities for professionals in our area. In addition, through fundraising and annual memberships, we have formed The Coalition Assistance Fund. The MSC is proud to present specific, one-time grants to qualified seniors in need of extra help to improve their lives.

Med-South

1420 N McKenzie St, Ste 1, Foley 251-943-9119

Medical Store, Inc

114 Clark St, Grove Hill 251-246-0444

Oak Ridge Home Medical

4180 Oak Ridge Ave, Ste A, Mobile 251-666-0891

S. Baker Medical Equipment

16 Midtown Park E, Mobile 251-478-9697

Wave Medical Equipment

333 Greeno Rd S, Ste C, Fairhope 251-990-0708

HOSPITALS

BALDWIN COUNTY

North Baldwin Infirmary

1815 Hand Ave, Bay Minette 251-937-5521

South Baldwin Regional Medical Center

1613 N McKenzie St, Foley 251-949-3400

Thomas Hospital

750 Morphy Ave, Fairhope

251-928-2375

CLARKE COUNTY

Grove Hill Memorial Hospital

295 S Jackson St, Grove Hill 251-275-3191

Jackson Medical Center 220 Hospital Dr, Jackson 251-246-9021

Thomasville Regional Medical Ctr

300 Med Park Dr, Thomasville 334-636-2525

CONECUH COUNTY

Evergreen Medical Center 101 Crestview Ave, Evergreen 251-578-2480

ESCAMBIA COUNTY

Atmore Community Hospital

401 Medical Park Dr, Atmore 251-368-2500

D W McMillan Memorial Hospital

1301 Belleville Ave, Brewton 251-867-8061

MOBILE COUNTY

Mobile Infirmary Medical Center

5 Mobile Infirmary Cir, Mobile 251-435-2400

Continued on next page

Serving Baldwin & Mobile Counties

Locally Owned, Operated, and Managed by Medically Trained Professionals

HOSPITALS continued

Mobile VA Outpatient Clinic

4444 Demetropolis Rd, Mobile

251-219-3900

Providence Hospital

6801 Airport Blvd, Mobile

251-633-1000

Springhill Medical Center

3719 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-344-9630

University of South Alabama Medical Center

2451 Fillingim St, Mobile

251-471-7000

USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital 1700 Center St, Mobile

251-415-1000

MONROE COUNTY

Monroe County Hospital

2016 S Alabama Ave, Monroeville

251-575-3111

WASHINGTON COUNTY

Washington County Hospital

14600 St Stephens Ave, Chatom

251-847-2223

HOUSING PLACEMENT & RESOURCE SPECIALISTS

Touching Hearts Senior Care Placement Assistance

(ad on page 73)

3263 Demotropolis Rd, Ste 10, Mobile

251-445-4204

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Integrated Systems Management

(ad on page 17)

Alabama, Florida & Mississippi Gulf Coast 251-342-0900

INSURANCE RESOURCES

Alabama Dept of Insurance

334-269-3550

Alabama Medicaid Agency

251-472-4360 / 800-362-1504

Dept of Veterans Affairs

800-827-1000

Medicare

800-633-4227

Social Security Administration

800-772-1213 / 800-325-0778 TTY

State Health Insurance Counseling Program (SHIP)

800-243-5463 / 251-706-4680

LEGAL RESOURCES

Alabama State Bar

Lawyer Referral Service

415 Dexter Ave, Montgomery 251-433-9790

Area Agency on Aging –Legal Assistance Program (ad on page 12)

110 Beauregard St, Mobile 251-434-6848

Legal Services Alabama 104 St Francis St, Ste 700, Mobile 251-433-6560

South Alabama Volunteer Lawyers Program

56 St Joseph St, Ste 312, Mobile 251-438-1102

LIBRARIES

BALDWIN COUNTY

Bay Minette Public Library

205 W 2nd St, Bay Minette 251-580-1648

Daphne Public Library

2607 US Hwy 98, Daphne 251-621-2818

Fairhope Public Library

161 N Section St, Fairhope 251-928-7483

Foley Public Library 319 E Laurel St, Foley 251-943-7665

Loxley Public Library

1001 Loxley Ave, Loxley 251-964-5695

Marjorie Younce Snook

Public Library

202 W Broadway St, Summerdale 251-989-2011

Orange Beach Public Library

26267 Canal Rd, Orange Beach 251-981-2923

Oscar Johnson Memorial Library 21967 6th St, Silverhill 251-945-5201

Perdido Bay Library

12634 Library St, Lillian 251-962-4700

Robertsdale Public Library

18301 Pennsylvania Ave, Robertsdale 251-947-8960

Spanish Fort Library 7361 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort 251-410-7323

Thomas B. Norton Public Library 221 W 19th Ave, Gulf Shores 251-968-1176

CLARKE COUNTY

Grove Hill Public Library 108 Dubose Ave, Grove Hill 251-275-8157

Thomasville Library

1401 Mosley Dr, Thomasville 334-636-5343

White Smith Memorial Library 213 College Ave, Jackson 251-246-4962

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CONECUH COUNTY

Evergreen-Conecuh County Public Library

119 Cemetery Ave, Evergreen 251-578-2670

ESCAMBIA COUNTY

Atmore Public Library

700 E Church St, Atmore 251-368-5234

Brewton Public Library

206 W Jackson St, Brewton 251-867-4626

Escambia County Cooperative Library – Books by Mail

700 E Church St, Atmore 251-368-4130

Flomaton Public Library

608 McCurdy St, Flomaton 251-296-3552

MOBILE COUNTY

Bayou La Batre Public Library

12747 Padgett Switch Rd, Irvington 251-824-4213

Ben May Main Library 701 Government St, Mobile 251-208-7073

Citronelle Memorial Library 7855 State St, Citronelle 251-866-7319

Grand Bay Library 10329 Freeland Ave, Grand Bay 251-494-2207

Ina Pullen Smallwood Memorial Library 224 Grant St, Mobile 251-452-6465

Mitchell Public Library 4440 High Point Rd, Eight Mile 251-452-7846

Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library 4 McGregor Ave S, Mobile 251-470-7770

Mount Vernon Public Library 19180 Shepard Lake Rd E, Mount Vernon 251-829-9497

Parkway Branch Public Library

1924-B Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile 251-470-7766

Prichard

Saraland

Satsuma Public Library

5466 Old Hwy 43, Satsuma

251-679-0700

Semmes Branch Public Library

9150 Moffett Rd, Semmes

251-645-6840

Theodore Oak Branch Public Library

5808 Hwy 90 W, Ste E, Theodore

251-635-5012

Toulminville Branch Public Library

601 Stanton Rd, Mobile

251-438-7075

Trinity Gardens Community Library

2668 Berkley Ave, Mobile

251-457-5954

West Regional Branch Library

5555 Grelot Rd, Mobile

251-340-8555

MONROE COUNTY

Monroe County Public Library

121 Pineville Rd, Monroeville

251-743-3818

WASHINGTON COUNTY

McIntosh Public Library

83 Olin Rd, McIntosh

251-944-2047

Washington County Public Library

14102 St. Stephens Ave, Chatom

251-847-2097

MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANS

Companies offering senior-oriented health coverage and medicare supplemental programs

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Cigna Medicare (ad on page 40)

251-349-5230

Baldwin & Mobile Counties

Enroll Alabama (ad on page 40)

4321 Downtowner Loop N, Mobile

251-465-5897

Michelle Hylton, Health Insurance Broker (ad on page 40)

251-210-7089

Licensed in AL, FL, MS

Viva Medicare (ad on page 41)

3059 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-380-2222

Wellcare of Alabama (ad on page 41)

James Towle Jr.

251-447-8219

MEDICARE & MEDICAID INFORMATION

Alabama Medicaid

501 Dexter Ave, Montgomery

334-242-5000

Area Agency on Aging

(see AAA on page 13)

– Baldwin 22251 Palmer St, Robertsdale

251-972-8506

– Escambia 8600 Hwy 31, Atmore

251-368-1032 x102

– Mobile 110 Beauregard St, Mobile

251-706-4679

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Medicare 2023 “In A Nutshell” (Parts A, B & Medigap Plans)

Original Medicare is a government health insurance program primarily for people age 65 and older. It has four main parts: A, B, C & D. The chart below is an example of how Parts A & B work together with a traditional Medicare supplement also known as a “Medigap Plan.”

Medicare Part A Hospital Insurance

Generally no cost (If you paid Medicare taxes while working)

$1,600 deductible (per benefit period)

It is possible to pay the $1600 deductible and other daily charges for multiple stays & extended care.

Plan covers: Inpatient hospital care, home health care services, hospice, inpatient skilled nursing & more.

Providers are paid by Medicare assignment.

No coverage outside USA. No out-of-pocket maximum.

Many people add a Medigap plan, Part D or an Advantage Plan (Part C) to fill the “gaps” in the coverage.

Medicare Part B Medical Insurance

Most people pay monthly $164.90 (Premium could be higher based on income)

$226 annual deductible. (this can increase each year)

80/20 after deductible.

Plan covers: health care providers, ambulance, emergency care, outpatient surgical, wellness & other Medicare approved benefits

Most doctors accept Medicare.

No coverage outside the USA. No out-of-pocket maximum.

Many people add a Medigap plan, Part D or an Advantage Plan (Part C) to fill the “gaps” in the coverage.

Supplemental Policy Plans A - N

Medigap

Premium varies by company, age, location & other factors.

Guarantee Issue at initial enrollment

(Other special enrollment periods may be avalable)

These plans generally pay the 20% not covered by Part B & other Medicare eligible benefits

When this coordinates with Medicare, many benefits are 100% covered

Can provide benefits outside USA

Plans are available through insurance companies.

Important to add Part D plan to cover prescription drugs & avoid penalties.

Must have Part A & B to enroll.

There is NO additional cost to use the services of a full time insurance professional. Please call us or a broker in your local area for additional assistance.

This article was written by Craig N. Anderson, President of Anderson Benefits, Inc. located in Salt Lake City, Utah. To contact call: 877-363-9575 or craig@andersonbenefits.com

Medicare 2023 “In A Nutshell”

Med Advantage (Part C) with RX (Part D)

Medicare Advantage plans are governed by Medicare. They are only offered through insurance companies that have an annual contract with Medicare. They are NOT the same as Medigap policies. They must cover all Medicare approved services. Most Advantage plans include Part D prescription drug coverage.

Advantage Plans Part C

INSTEAD of a Medigap Plan (A-N)

Premium varies by company and coverage. (Same premium for all ages).

Part B premium $164.90 is still paid (Premium can be higher depending on income)

There are many plan types available: PPO, HMO, HSA, PFFS, etc.

Plans have co-pay and / or coinsurance for covered benefits & services.

Preventive care is covered 100%.

Plans have an annual out-of pocket maximum.

Plans may have additional services and discounts, including dental, vision, gym membership & more.

There is an Annual Election Period (AEP) which runs from October 15–December 7 of each year. This is the time to make changes in company or coverage.

Must have Part A & B to enroll.

Medicare Part D Drug Program

Premium varies by company and coverage. (Same premium for all ages).

Plans are generally a variation of the following:

Deductible (Phase I)

$0–$505 deductible

Initial Coverage (Phase II) co-pay coverage until the total cost of the drugs = $4,660

Coverage Gap / Doughnut Hole (Phase III)

The member now pays much more for covered drugs 25% generic / 25% brand. There is a drug manufacture discount on brand name drugs that can count toward the “True out-of-pocket” (TrOOP) You remain here until the $7,400 (TrOOP) has been met

Catastrophic Coverage (Phase IV)

For the remaining calendar year, covered drugs are: $4.15 / $10.35 or 5% depending on drug tier As an upgrade, Insulin costs will decrese in 2023

Part D can be separate with Medigap & PFFS plans. There is a penalty for late enrollment into Part D.

Annual Election Period is Oct 15–Dec 7 each year

Must have Part A or B to enroll.

For more information visit www.medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE.

This information is the opinion of the author and intended as an easy to read summary. This is not a contract. Additional limitations and exclusions may apply to services. In the event of any inconsistencies with Medicare or with a published medical insurers certificate, the certificate / Medicare will control. Prepared 10/2022

Helping senior adults a better

Some adults, ages 55+, may need the specialized inpatient help, including individual and group therapy, provided by the staff at North Baldwin Infirmary’s Senior Behavioral Health program. The program helps seniors successfully adapt to the challenges of aging including:

• Depression

• Life stress and anxiety

• Memory loss

• Social withdrawal

• Grief and loss

• Medication management

• Suicidal thoughts

• Dementia

Senior Behavioral Health provides medical supervision and individualized treatment for senior adults with emotional and behavioral difficulties. If you or someone you know needs help, call for a free consultation.

For more information, call 251-580-1770 or 251-937-5521.

MEDICARE & MEDICAID

INFORMATION

continued from page 37

Elderly & Disabled Medicaid Waiver

110 Beauregard St, Mobile

251-706-4680

MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELING

PREFERRED PROVIDER

North Baldwin Infirmary

Senior Behavioral Health

(ad on this page – 42)

1815 Hand Ave, Bay Minette

251-580-1770 / 251-937-5521

AltaPointe Health Systems

– 7280 Sellers Ln, Mobile

251-473-4423

– 7400 Roper Ln, Daphne 251-450-2211

– 372 S Greeno Rd, Fairhope 251-928-2871

Bayview Professional Associates

1015 Montlimar Dr, Mobile

251-450-2250

Bradford Health Services

1000 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile 251-633-0900

Harbor at Thomas Hospital

308 S Greeno Rd, Fairhope 251-279-1119

NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness

– 215 N Pine St, Foley 251-279-0573

– PO Box 161522, Mobile 251-461-3450

Continued on page 45

Mental Health in an Aging Population

The American Psychiatric Association defines mental illness as health conditions involving changes in emotion, thinking, and behaviors.

Mental illnesses can be associated with distress and/or functioning in social, work or family activities. It is estimated that 20% of those age 55 or over will experience some sort of mental health issue. Those numbers are expected to double by 2030 due to the approximately 75 million Americans being over the age of 65. The most common disorders include dementia, cognitive impairment, anxiety, and mood disorders (depression or bipolar disorder). A little known but disturbing fact is that people aged 85 or older have the highest rates of suicide of any age group.

Older adults can often feel overlooked and unheard when it comes to receiving mental health treatment. Douglas Lane, a clinical psychologist in geriatric psychology spoke about the implicit biases

medical providers may carry when dealing with older adults. “Ageism often plays in one of three ways: They may be infantilized by providers. Providers can also be dismissive, assuming that older people can’t be suicidal or have intimate relationships. Other times, issues among older people get normalized as a so-called routine part of aging.”

He went on to say, “Well of course they’re frail. Of course they’re depressed. Of course they don’t remember things as well as they used to.” Aging stereotypes are pervasive in the culture but can also reside in ourselves. Older adults as well as their medical providers tend to normalize the physical and mental conditions that come along with

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Mental Health in an Aging Population continued

getting older but it doesn’t have to be that way. Being sad and depressed doesn’t need to be a normal aspect of aging. Medical providers need to reinforce ‘hope’ and remind their patients that once they get help, they can overcome those negative feelings and emotions.

There are two main subgroups of the aging population who deal with the issues of ageism and health stigma. The first group includes those who have suffered with mental illness throughout their lives. The National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors conducted a study in 2006 that demonstrated that people with serious mental illnesses lived 25 years less than those without. The majority of deaths were caused by heart disease, respiratory disease, and diabetes which are largely preventable. The second group consists of elderly persons who are newly diagnosed with mental illnesses. They are at risk of being misdiagnosed with dementia when they are actually dealing with substance abuse issues and depression. Physical complaints, irritability, and cognitive impairment can present as depression in this population

as opposed to more common signs such as sadness and crying. Treatment options can vary between the groups and traditional community health programs should provide multiple options ranging from therapy to supported employment.

Aside from stigma and ageism, older adults face many other issues that result in care not being sought. Insurance companies play a major role in coming between an elderly patient and the care they need. Doctor’s appointments times have been minimized to increase volume, much needed prescriptions are not covered, and pre-authorizations are denied based on not meeting narrowing criteria. Primary Care Physicians (PCP) have also become the gatekeepers to care for many managed and private plans. The PCP may miss signs and symptoms of a mental illness or attribute them to a physical ailment due to a lack of time to adequately explore all of the patient’s complaints.

Older adults deserve the same level of care and respect as their younger counterparts. They deserve happiness and to feel like their mental health needs are being met. It is the responsibility of the providers to work with these pa-

tients collaboratively and to choose the least invasive treatment options with minimal side effects. Society needs to address the stigmas associated with aging and mental health in order to create a culture where seeking treatment is accepted and encouraged. We should all remember that we will someday grow old and may face these chal-

MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELING

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Southwest Alabama

Behavioral Health Care Systems

– 1321 McMillan Ave, Ste A, Brewton 251-867-3242

– 220 Magnolia Ave, Evergreen 251-578-4545

– 129 Clark St, Grove Hill 251-275-4165

– 530 Hornady Dr, Monroeville

251-575-4837

Survivors of Mental Illness

4351 Midmost Dr, Mobile 251-342-0261

Tri- Coastal Community Outreach, Inc

10520 Hwy 188, Grand Bay

281-865-9731

MOBILITY EQUIPMENT

PREFERRED PROVIDER

SAAD Healthcare

(ad on page 79 and Back Cover)

– 1515 S University Blvd, Mobile

251-343-2990

– 6450 US Hwy 90, Spanish Fort

251-626-4558

lenges ourselves. Author Jacqueline Woodson put it best, “Time comes to us softly, slowly. It sits beside us for a while. Then, long before we are ready, it moves on.”~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Brandon M Osborn, MHA. Courtesy of Senior Behavioral Health at Mobile Infirmary and North Baldwin Infirmary

Mobile Mobility Scooters

951 Schillinger Rd N, Ste D, Mobile 251-633-9960

National Seating and Mobility

854 Lakeside Dr, Ste B, Mobile 251-473-2725

S. Baker Medical Equipment

16 Midtown Park E, Mobile 251-478-9697

Team Adaptive Medical

1251 Boltons Branch Dr, Mobile 251-471-1088

MUSEUMS

BALDWIN COUNTY

Baldwin County Heritage Museum

25521 Hwy 98 E, Elberta 251-986-8375

Fairhope Museum of History 24 N Section St, Fairhope 251-929-1471

Foley Railroad Museum

125 E Laurel Ave, Foley 251-943-1818

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MUSEUMS continued

Fort Morgan

State Historic Site Museum

51 AL 180, Gulf Shores

251-540-7127

Gulf Shores Museum

244 W 19th Ave, Gulf Shores 251-968-1473

Holmes Medical Museum

111 W Laurel Ave, Foley 251-970-1818

Orange Beach Indian & Sea Museum

25850 John M Snook Dr, Orange Beach 251-981-8545

CLARKE COUNTY

Clarke County Historical Museum

116 W Cobb St, Grove Hill

251-275-8684

Kathryn Tucker Windham Museum

30755 Hwy 43 S, Thomasville

334-637-3146

CONECUH COUNTY

Dinosaur Adventure Land

488 Pearl Ln, Repton

855-244-3466

ESCAMBIA COUNTY

Poarch Band Creek

Indians Museum

5811 Jack Springs Rd, Atmore

251-368-9136

Thomas E. McMillan Museum

220 Alco Dr, Brewton

251-809-1528

MOBILE COUNTY

Alabama Contemporary Art Center 301 Conti St, Mobile 251-208-5671

Bellingrath Gardens & Home

12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd, Theodore 251-973-2217

Bragg Mitchell Mansion

1906 Spring Hill Ave, Mobile 251-471-6364

Colonial Fort Conde

150 S Royal St, Mobile 251-208-7569

Conde Charlotte Museum

104 Theatre St, Mobile 251-432-4722

Dauphin Island Sea Lab

101 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island

251-861-2141

GulfQuest National Maritime Museum

155 S Water St, Mobile 251-436-8901

History Museum of Mobile

111 S Royal St, Mobile 251-208-7569

Mobile Carnival Museum

355 Govt St, Mobile

251-432-3324

Mobile Medical Museum

1664 Spring Hill Ave, Mobile

251-415-1109

Mobile Museum of Art

4850 Museum Dr, Mobile 251-208-5200

Oakleigh House Museum

300 Oakleigh Pl, Mobile 251-432-1281

Phoenix Fire Museum

203 S Clairborne St, Mobile

251-208-7569

Richards DAR House Museum

256 N Joachim St, Mobile

251-208-7320

USS Alabama

2703 Battleship Pkwy, Mobile

251-433-2703

MONROE COUNTY

Old Courthouse Museum

31 N Alabama Ave, Monroeville

251-575-7433

WASHINGTON COUNTY

Washington County History Museum

443 Court St, Chatom

251-847-2052

PHARMACIES

CVS Pharmacy

– CVS 4938

208 McMeans Ave, Bay Minette

251-937-3933

– CVS 6071

12900 N Wintzell Ave, Bayou La Batre

251-824-3692

– CVS 7668

19215 N 3rd St, Citronelle

251-866-9605

– CVS 16621

1698 Hwy 98, Daphne

251-626-5739

– CVS 4959

27040 Hwy 98, Daphne

251-621-9081

– CVS 4847

210 W Front St, Evergreen

251-578-1811

– CVS 4945

51 S Greeno Rd, Fairhope

251-928-3153

– CVS 1806

1300 S McKenzie St, Foley

251-943-6614

– CVS 4782

10115 Grand Bay Wilmer Rd S, Grand Bay

251-865-6128

– CVS 4868

813 College Ave, Jackson

251-246-6634

– CVS 11016

4645 Airport Blvd, Mobile

251-266-7944

–

CVS 2567

7081 Airport Blvd, Mobile

251-342-0948

– CVS 16248

3150 Bel Air Mall, Mobile

251-471-9768

– CVS 4818

4881 Schillinger Rd, Mobile

251-661-6305

– CVS 4877

2280 MLK Jr Blvd, Mobile

251-471-6229

– CVS 4888

4453 Old Shell Rd, Mobile

251-344-9770

– CVS 4900

2550 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-471-1573

– CVS 4903

3100 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile

251-471-2591

– CVS 7671

1401 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile

251-633-7298

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– CVS 1814

3932 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile

251-661-1190

– CVS 8362

7101 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile

251-631-3623

– CVS 8363

664 Schillinger Rd S, Mobile

251-776-7745

– CVS 16725

790 Schillinger Rd S, Mobile

251-776-1512

– CVS 2899

25761 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach

251-974-1590

– CVS 1822

21975 Hwy 59, Robertsdale

251-947-8602

– CVS 10575

24 Saraland Blvd N, Saraland

251-675-2747

– CVS 4883

9151 Moffett Rd, Semmes

251-649-2206

– CVS 10898

9917-A Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort

251-626-3113

B & F Drug

16900 Jordan St, Chatom

251-847-2250

Conwell’s Pharmacy

10835 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Theodore

251-973-0805

Christopher Pharmacy

1300 Schillinger Rd S, Ste W2, Mobile

251-288-4612

Citronelle Drugs

19240 Mobile St N, Citronelle

251-866-5522

City Drugs of Grove Hill

123 S Jackson St, Grove Hill

251-275-3669

Cottrell’s Hometown Pharmacy

305 Forrest Ave, East Brewton

251-809-1010

Dawes Pointe Pharmacy

8650 Cottage Hill Rd, Ste 101, Mobile

251-607-9800

Deuel Drug Store

2710 Springhill Ave, Mobile

251-478-7607

Elberta Pharmacy

24980 State St, Elberta

251-986-8115

Escambia Drug Store

108 Main St, Atmore

251-368-3191

Fairhope Pharmacy

398 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope

251-928-8822

Frisco City Pharmacy

3749 Bowden St, Frisco City

251-267-2111

Island Drug & Gifts

3645 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores 251-967-1100

Lillian Pharmacy

12831 6th St, Lillian 251-962-3777

Mac’s Drugs

201 Commerce St, Jackson 251-246-3616

McIntosh Drugs

7771 US 43, McIntosh 251-944-2563

Midtown Pharmacy

2152 Airport Blvd, Mobile 251-479-2424

Millry Drugs

30282 AL 17, Millry 251-846-6290

Monroe Drugs

360 S Alabama Ave, Monroeville 251-743-2575

Pharmacare Evergreen

451 W Front St, Evergreen 251-578-2273

Oak Ridge Pharmacy

4180 Oak Ridge Ave, Mobile 251-666-0891

Pure Life Pharmacy

1518 N McKenzie St, Ste 412, Foley 251-424-1544

Semmes Pharmacy

4154 Wulff Rd E, Semmes 251-645-7979

Skyland Discount Drugs

3968 Govt Blvd, Mobile 251-666-0176

Springhill Pharmacy

3715 Dauphin St, Ste 1E, Mobile 251-410-3870

The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy

311 Shelton Beach Rd, Ste A, Saraland 251-679-9095

Three Notch Pharmacy

4880 Lakeland Dr, Ste F, Mobile 251-661-0066

PHYSICAL THERAPY

The Orthopaedic Group, P.C.

Therapy (ad on page 50)

251-476-5050

– 25325 Hwy 98, Daphne

– 3790 S McKenzie St, Foley

– 6144 Airport Blvd, Mobile

– 5201 Hwy 90 W, Ste A, Mobile

– 7930-B Moffett Rd, Semmes

PHYSICIANS

EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT

Premier Medical Group

(ad on page 29)

– West Office

3701 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-341-3300

– East O ffice

2880 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-473-1900

– Providence Office

610 Providence Pk Dr, Bldg 2

Ste 202 & 203, Mobile

251-633-2667 / 251-635-0919

– Daphne O ffice

1302 US Hwy 98, Daphne

251-410-9000

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ORTHOPAEDIC

The Orthopaedic Group, P.C.

(ad on this page – 50)

251-476-5050

– 8096 Twin Beech Rd, Ste 100, Fairhope

– 1711 N McKenzie St, Ste 100, Foley

– 6144 Airport Blvd, Mobile

– 1720 Springhill Ave, Ste 100, Mobile

– 2016 S Alabama Ave, Monroeville

– 880 Industrial Pkwy, Ste H, Saraland

– 300 Med Park Dr, Thomasville

PRIMARY CARE

Jubilee Primary Care

(ad on page 1)

251-444-1999

– Fairhope

341 N Greeno Rd, Fairhope

– Foley

22394 Miflin Rd, Bldg 1, Ste 104, Foley

– Spanish Fort 30762 State Hwy 181, Spanish Fort

– Mobile

3929 Airport Blvd, Bldg 2, Ste 104, Mobile

PODIATRY

Affordable Podiatry 5901 Airport Blvd, Ste 102, Mobile

251-654-4444

PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE

AAA SenioRx

(Prescription Assistance Program)

– Baldwin County 251-937-0358

– Escambia County

251-867-0257

– Mobile County 251-706-4680

Franklin Primary Health – Mobile

251-436-7676

Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program

800-633-4227

Mobile County Health Dept

251-690-8889

Mostellar Medical Ctr –Irvington

251-824-2174

Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy

– Baldwin Cnty

251-937-0358

– Escambia Cnty

251-867-5765

– Mobile Cnty

251-432-4111

Partnership for Prescription Assistance

888-477-2669

Pure Life Pharmacy 1518 N McKenzie St, Ste 412, Foley

251-424-1544

Veterans Affairs

800-827-1000

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Amanda Spears, REALTOR®

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Serving Baldwin & Mobile Counties

251-752-3747

RESPITE CARE

Respite is a period of rest or relief for those who give constant care to an ill person. Many skilled nursing facilities and assisted living communities offer this service. Please refer to our housing grids on pages 92, 104

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RESPITE CARE continued

Alabama Cares Family Caregiver Program

800-243-5463

Alabama Lifespan Respite

866-737-8252

Area Agency on Aging

(ad on page 13)

251-706-4680

SENIOR CENTERS

Senior centers are gathering places for elders who are still active and are seeking a place for planned activities, friendship and programs. Lunches are usually served and transportation may be available. SAIL centers offer meals to seniors over 60, most have home delivery and activities.

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Connie Hudson Mobile

Regional Senior Community Center (ad on page 53)

3201 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile

251-602-4963

Saraland Parks & Recreation

Senior Center (ad on page 55)

716 Mae St, Saraland

251-679-5511

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center

(ad on page 9)

1717 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-478-3311

BALDWIN COUNTY

Bay Minette Area Senior Center

600 Blackburn Ave, Bay Minette

251-580-1676

Daphne Senior Center

2605 US Hwy 98, Daphne

251-620-2401

G P Thames Senior Center

6651 E Chicago St, Robertsdale

251-947-2360

Foley Senior Center

304 E Rose St, Foley

251-943-1877

Harry Roberts Community House & Senior Center

300 E 16th Ave, Gulf Shores

251-968-1434

James P. Nix Center One Bayou Dr, Fairhope

251-928-2835

Loxley Civic Center Senior Program

4198 Municipal Park Rd, Loxley

251-964-4995

Orange Beach Activity Center

26251 Canal Rd, Orange Beach

251-981-3440

SAIL Senior Centers

– Bay Minette

300 N Hoyle Ave, Bay Minette

251-580-1693

– Daphne

2605 U S Hwy 98, Daphne

251-620-2400

– Little River

70171 Ralph Gantt Rd, Little River

251-580-1824

– Loxley

14090 CR 66, Loxley

251-964-5330

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Senior Centers and Programs

Dedicated to providing the highest quality recreational, educational, health, and wellness programs. All senior centers and programs serve as a gateway to the nation’s aging network—connecting aging adults to vital community services that can help them stay healthy and independent and give access to multiple services in one place.

Senior Centers and Programs offer a variety of programs and services, including:

u Meal and nutrition Education Programs

u Information and assistance

u Health, fitness, and wellness programs

u Transportation services

u Volunteer and civic engagement opportunities

u Social and recreational activities

u Educational and arts programs Locations within the City of Mobile

u Connie Hudson Senior Center

u Parkway Senior Center

u Tricksey Senior Center

u Dotch Community Center

u Hillsdale Community Center Senior Program

u Thomas Sullivan Community Center Senior Program

SENIOR CENTERS

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SAIL Senior Centers continued

– Stockton

55810 W Canaan Rd, Stockton

251-937-4228

– Summerdale

300 Jackson St W, Summerdale

251-989-6626

Spanish Fort Senior Center

7361 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort

251-410-6523

CLARKE COUNTY

Grove Hill Senior Center

113 Clark St, Grove Hill

251-275-4256

Jackson Senior Center

1701 College Ave, Jackson

251-247-1300

Thomasville Senior Citizens Center

147 Adams Ave, Thomasville

334-636-9007

CONECUH COUNTY

Evergreen Senior Center

711 Rural St, Evergreen

251-578-7218

ESCAMBIA COUNTY

Atmore Senior Center

1107 N Main St, Atmore

251-368-8740

Concerned Citizens of Atmore

– Unity House

313 N Main St, Atmore

251-294-0138

Huxford Senior Center

118 N Wilson Ave, Huxford

251-294-5646

Poarch Creek Indians Senior Ctr

5811 Jack Springs Rd, Atmore

251-368-9136

SAIL Senior Centers

– Atmore

300 E Ridgely St, Atmore

251-368-5742

– East Brewton

702 Williamson St, Brewton

251-867-5568

– Flomaton

628 McCurdy St, Flomaton

251-296-2773

– Huxford

118 Wilson Ave N, Atmore

251-294-5646

MOBILE COUNTY

Chickasaw Senior Citizens

224 N Craft Hwy, Chickasaw

251-452-6466

City of Mobile Adult Recreation Ctr

1301 Azalea Rd, Mobile 251-666-3922

Connie Hudson Mobile Regional Senior Community Center (ad on page 53)

3201 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile

251-602-4963

Mt. Vernon Senior Center

19180 Shepard Lake, Mt. Vernon

251-829-9696

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COMMUNITY SENIOR LIFE

COMMUNITY SENIOR LIFE

Community Senior Life (CSL) is located in Orange Beach, AL. CSL is a family of not-for-profit healthcarerelated organizations specializing in independent, assisted, and memory care senior living communities throughout Alabama and Florida.

Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for an evergrowing senior population, each organization within the CSL family is committed to meeting the social, spiritual, physical, and financial needs of its residents through innovate services in safe and caring environments.

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SENIOR CENTERS

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SAIL Senior Centers

– Bayou La Batre

12745 Padgett Switch Rd, Bayou La Batre

251-824-4616

– Citronelle

19125 S Mobile St, Citronelle

251-866-5047

– Creola

9618 Old Hwy 43, Creola

251-675-7661

Dearborn YMCA

–

321 N Warren St, Mobile

251-432-4768

– Dotch Community Center

3100 Bank Ave, Mobile

251-452-9856

– Dumas Wesley

126 Mobile St, Mobile

251-479-0649

– Grand Bay

11610 Hwy 90 W, Grand Bay

251-865-4010

– Hillsdale

558 Felhorn Rd, Mobile

251-344-0341

– MOWA Choctaw

20185 Richard Weaver Rd, Mt. Vernon

251-829-6080

– Mt. Vernon

1220 Military Rd, Mt. Vernon

251-829-9696

– Parkway Senior Center

1600 Boykin Blvd-B, Mobile

251-471-2503

– Prichard

2500 W Main St, Prichard

251-452-7918

– Thomas Sullivan Center

351 N Catherine St, Mobile

251-438-7282

– Tillman’s Corner

5863 Nevius Rd, Mobile

251-661-6600

– Tricksey Senior Center

3055 Banks Ave, Mobile

251-456-6690

– Wilmer

13251 Ave B, Wilmer

251-645-9209

Saraland Parks & Recreation

Senior Center (ad on page 55)

716 Mae St, Saraland

251-679-5511

Satsuma Senior Center

368 Juniper Ave, Satsuma

251-675-1440 Ext 304

Semmes Senior Center

9635 Moffett Rd, Semmes

251-649-2010

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center

(ad on page 9)

1717 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-478-3311

MONROE COUNTY

Anne Farish Senior Center

316 Vanity Fair Dr, Monroeville

251-743-2438

Excel Senior Center

99 AL 136, Excel

251-765-2264

Frisco City Senior Center

4336 Bowden St, Frisco City

251-267-2660

WASHINGTON COUNTY

Chatom-Washington Senior Center

161 Granade Ave, Chatom

251-847-6386

St. Stephens Senior Center

19491 CR 34, St. Stephens

251-246-7774

Wagarville Senior Center

27531 Hwy 56, Wagarville

251-246-9631

SENIOR HEALTH CLINICS

Citronelle Health Clinic

19250 Mobile St, Citronelle

251-866-9126

Franklin Primary Health Center

– Baldwin

1083 E Relham Dr, Loxley

251-964-4011

– Conecuh

100 Edwina St, Evergreen

251-255-2807

– Escambia

103 Elliott St, Brewton

251-236-8250

– Mobile

– 1303 Dr MLK Jr Ave, Mobile

251-432-4117

– 1956 Duval St, Mobile

251-471-3747

– 510 S Wilson Ave, Mobile

251-301-7011

– 424 S Wilson Ave, Mobile

251-452-1442

– 1201 Springhill Ave, Mobile

251-694-1801

– 990 Cody Rd N, Mobile

251-444-1100

– Monroe

53 Mulberry St, Frisco City

251-267-2880

H.E. Savage

Health Care for Homeless

1201 Springhill Ave, Mobile

251-694-1801

Mobile VA Outpatient Clinic

1504 Springhill Ave, Mobile

251-219-3900

Victory Health Partners

3750 Professional Pkwy, Mobile

251-460-0999

SENIOR ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES

These senior organizations, such as government, non-profit and community, were created to assist seniors in many areas of their lives

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Area Agency on Aging

(see AAA on page 13)

– Baldwin

22251 Palmer St, Robertsdale

251-972-8506

– Escambia

8600 Hwy 31, Atmore

251-368-1032 x102

– Mobile

110 Beauregard St, Mobile

251-706-4680

Baldwin County Council on Aging (ad on page 10)

– Eastern Shore / Bay Minette

251-928-3002

– Robertsdale

251-972-8506

Mercy Life – A PACE Organization

(ad on page 75)

2900 Springhill Ave, Mobile

251-287-8420

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center

(ad on page 9)

1717 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-478-3311

AARP – State of Alabama

201 Monroe St #1880, Montgomery

866-542-8167

Alabama Ageline

800-AGE-LINE (243-5463)

Alabama Dept of Senior Services

334-242-5743 / 877-425-2243

Alabama Kidney Foundation

800-750-3331

Amputee Coalition of America

888-267-5669

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI)

800-626-4199

National Family Caregivers Association

800-896-3650

National Kidney Foundation

800-622-9010

National Multiple Sclerosis Society

800-344-4867

National Osteoporosis Foundation

800-223-9994

National Stroke Association

800-787-6537

Senior Spirit – Providence Hospital

6801 Airport Blvd, Mobile

251-633-1000

The Parkers AFH

671 Stanton Rd, Mobile

251-456-7100

United Cerebral Palsy of Mobile

251-479-4900

United Way Connect 2-1-1

8 Commerce St, Ste 1140, Montgomery

Dial 2-1-1 or 7-1-1 (hearing impaired) Operators are available 24/7 to provide information about services in the community.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Alabama Disability Advocacy Program

800-826-1675

Alcoholics Anonymous

600 Bel Air Blvd, Ste 224, Mobile

251-479-9994

Alzheimer’s Association

800-272-3900

Better Breathers Support

Springhill Medical Center

3719 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-334-9630

Cancer Support Group

Mitchell Cancer Center – Mobile

251-445-9802

Care Givers Unite

251-209-1555

E. A. Roberts Alzheimer’s Center

169 Mobile Infirmary Blvd, Mobile

251-435-6950

Easter Seal

2440 Gordon Smith Dr, Mobile

251-471-1581

Epilepsy Foundation of South Alabama

251-341-0170

Gulf Coast Dementia Services Support Group

251-445-4204

Low Vision Support Group

Mobile / Baldwin

251-432-7777 / 251-928-2835

MOWA Band of Choctaw Indians

251-829-5500

Providence Hospital

– Diabetes Support

6801 Airport Blvd, Mobile

251-633-1987

The Long Goodbye

251-471-1511

United Methodist Compassion Ministries

251-471-1511

Well Being Checks USA

877-884-6978

Widowed Persons Service

3155 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-470-6866

TAX ASSISTANCE & INFORMATION

AARP Tax Aide

– Daphne

251-621-3703 x219

– Fairhope

251-928-2835

– Lillian

251-609-0548

– Mobile

251-470-5235

– Orange Beach

251-981-3440

– Robertsdale

251-972-8506

– Spanish Fort

251-626-4884

RSVP

– Escambia County

251-867-0256

– Mobile County

251-574-7787

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TAX ASSISTANCE & INFORMATION continued

United Way of Southwest Alabama – Vita

251-433-3624

TRANSPORTATION

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Mercy Life – A PACE Organization

(ad on page 75)

2900 Springhill Ave, Mobile

251-287-8420

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center (Passport) (ad on page 9)

251-470-5238

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AARP Driver Safety Program

800-253-2017

Baldwin Rural Area Transit BRATS

– Central/South Baldwin

251-972-6817

– Eastern Shore

251-990-4636

– North Baldwin

251-937-0355

City of Chickasaw

– Senior & Disabled Van

251-452-6464

City of Saraland

– Senior & Disabled Van

251-375-5439

Dumas Wesley Community Ctr

(City of Mobile)

251-479-0649

Escambia County Alabama Transportation System (ECATS)

– Atmore

251-446-9681 x137

– Brewton

251-867-0584

Medical Transport of Alabama

888-599-2050

Mobile Bay Transportation Co. & Handivan

251-633-5693

United Way Connect 2-1-1

Dial 2-1-1

Dial 7-1-1 (hearing impaired)

Wave Transit System

251-344-6600

URGENT CARE CENTERS

BALDWIN COUNTY

American Family Care

– Daphne

6631 Park Dr, Daphne

251-626-5700

– Fairhope

10040 CR 48, Fairhope

251-220-6780

– Orange Beach

25775 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach

251-250-1402

Central Baldwin Immediate Care

21141 AL 59 #1, Robertsdale

251-424-1160

Eastern Shore Urgent Care

29710 Urgent Care Dr, Daphne

251-626-3782

Immediate Care Foley

1265 S McKenzie St, Foley

251-923-4633

Infirmary Urgent Care

– Bay Minette

108 McMeans Ave, Bay Minette

251-937-7100

Robertsdale Urgent Care

18557 Hammond St, Robertsdale

251-947-3591

South Baldwin Medical Center – Gulf

Shores Urgent Care

101 E 15th Ave, Gulf Shores

251-962-1250

Southern Rapid Care

25910 Canal Rd, Ste D, Orange Beach

251-974-2273

Urgent Care by the Bay

1208 US 98, Daphne

251-626-5377

Urgent Care Orange Beach

25405 Perdido Beach #18, Orange Beach

251-964-7425

CLARKE COUNTY

Urgent Care Clinic

220 Hospital Dr, Jackson

251-246-9021

ESCAMBIA COUNTY

ACH Med Plus

406 Medical Park Dr, Atmore

251-368-6245

D. W. McMillan After Hours Clinic

1301 Belleville Ave, Brewton

251-809-8439

Mainstreet Family Care

2134 Douglas Ave, Brewton

251-236-4026

MOBILE COUNTY

American Family Care

– Mobile

900 Montlimar Dr, Mobile

251-250-1403

– Tillman’s Corner

5235 Rangeline SV Rd, Mobile

251-220-7281

– West Mobile

535 Schillinger Rd S, Mobile

251-249-8010

Compass Urgent Care – Mobile

251-633-2273

– 6901 Airport Blvd, Mobile

– 9885 Airport Blvd, Mobile

Greater Mobile Urgent Care

251-633-0123

– Citronelle

19355 N 3rd St, Citronelle

– Mobile

4402 Old Shell Rd, Mobile

2350 Schillinger Rd S, Mobile

– Saraland

1114 Shelton Beach Rd, Saraland

– Semmes

7943 Moffett Rd, Semmes

Hillcrest Urgent Care

2370 Hillcrest Rd, Ste M, Mobile

251-459-6200

Immediate Care of the South

4270 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile

251-300-2770

Mainstreet Family Care

6280 Grelot Rd, Ste 200, Mobile

251-288-5606

Mobile Infirmary Emergency

95 Shell St, Bldg B, Saraland

251-435-8000

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MONROE COUNTY

Mainstreet Family Care

1195 S Alabama Ave, Monroeville

251-743-2560

VETERAN CENTERS & SERVICES

American Legion

– Baldwin

– 904 AL-59, Bay Minette

251-937-0950

– 700 S Mobile St, Fairhope

251-928-9132

– 2101 S McKenzie St, Foley

251-943-3114

– 6781 AL-59, Gulf Shores

251-948-6119

– Clarke

1365 Kimbrell St, Thomasville

334-636-4106

– Conecuh

10367 US-31, Evergreen

334-578-7036

– Escambia

– 101 W Church St, Atmore

251-446-1403

– 2621 South Blvd, Brewton

251-867-7468

– Mobile

– 19025 S 3rd St, Citronelle

251-866-7234

– 4395 St. Stephens Rd, Eight Mile

251-456-2944

2663 Halls Mill Rd, Mobile

251-473-5748

– 1918 Duval St, Mobile

251-473-5765

– 10950 Dauphin Isl Pkwy, Theodore

251-973-1116

– Monroe

225 Legion Dr, Monroeville

251-743-2594

Baldwin County Veterans Affairs

201 E Section Ave, Foley

251-937-0218

Clarke County Veterans Affairs

120 Court St, Grove Hill

251-275-3374

Conecuh County Veterans Affairs

111 Court St, Ste 108, Evergreen

251-578-7036

Escambia County Veterans Affairs

8600 Hwy 31 E, Atmore

251-368-4223 x115

Mobile County Veterans Affairs

1150 Government St, Mobile

251-574-8578

Mobile Veterans Center

3221 Springhill Ave Bldg 2, Ste C, Mobile

251-478-5906

Mobile VA Outpatient Clinic

4444 Demetropolis Rd, Mobile

251-219-3900

Monroe County Veterans Affairs

65 N Alabama Ave, Monroeville

251-575-9832

TRICARE for Life

866-773-0404

VA Health Benefits Alabama

877-222-8387

Washington County Veterans Affairs

120 Court St, Grove Hill

251-275-3374

VISION RESOURCES

Alabama Institute for the Deaf & Blind

251-432-7777

Alabama Lions Club Sight Foundation

205-325-8519

Alabama Regional Library for the Blind & Physically Handicapped

800-392-5671

Bibles on Tape – Aurora Ministries

941-748-3031

Community Services for Vision Rehabilitation

251-928-2888 / 251-476-4744

Eye Care America

Senior Eye Care Program

877-887-6327

Hadley Vision Center Mobile

251-432-4117

Knight’s Templar Eye Foundation

214-888-0220

Mobile Association for the Blind

251-473-3585

National Federation of the Blind

866-504-7300

New Eyes for the Needy

973-376-4903

Vision USA

800-766-4466

WHIL Radio Reading Services

251-380-4699

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Area Agency on Aging

– SARPC (see AAA on page 13)

251-706-4680

Saad Healthcare Hospice

(ad on page 85 and Back Cover)

1515 S University Blvd, Mobile

251-343-9600

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center

(ad on page 9)

1717 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-478-3311

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AARP

1717 Dauphin St, Mobile

251-470-5235

Alabama Silver-Haired Legislature

251-706-4680

Center for Living Arts

250 Conti St, Mobile

251-208-5608

Christian Service Center

317 Dolphin Ave, Gulf Shores

251-968-5256

Comfort Care Hospice

– 22502 US Hwy 98, Fairhope

251-504-6470

– 709 Azalea Rd, Ste A1, Mobile

251-504-6470

Community Hospice

1450 N McKenzie St, Foley

251-943-5015

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Covenant Care

– Baldwin County

1040 Stanton Rd, Ste D, Daphne 251-626-5255

– Escambia County

1023 Douglas Ave, Ste 106, Brewton 251-867-6993

– Mobile County

3201 Dauphin St, Ste D, Mobile 251-478-8671

Foster Grandparents Program

1150 Government St, Ste 104, Mobile 251-574-6488

Goodwill Easter Seal 2440 Gordon Smith Dr, Mobile 251-471-1581

Legacy Leadership Institute for Older Adults

251-706-4680

Little Sisters of the Poor 1655 McGill Ave, Mobile 251-476-6335

Mobile County Sheriff’s Volunteer Corp

251-574-2415

Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

– Baldwin County 300 Hoyle Ave, Bay Minette 251-937-6764

– Escambia County

100 Henderson St, Rm 404, Brewton 251-867-0256

– Mobile County

304 Bayshore Ave, Mobile 251-574-7787

Senior Companion Program 251-574-3232

St. Joseph Hospice

23 Midtown Park W, Mobile 251-675-7555

Volunteer Connect 251-433-3624

Volunteers of America

1204 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile 251-300-3500

WOUND CARE

PREFERRED PROVIDER

Saad Healthcare

(ad on page 79 and Back Cover) 1515 S University Blvd, Mobile 251-343-9600

Non-Medical Home Care

Definitions

24 HOUR ON CALL – Refers to ‘around the clock treatment’ in a home environment. The care may be shared by multiple caregivers or by a single caregiver.

ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA CARE

– Non-skilled care provided for clients with memory issues includes but not limited to establishing a routine, reminders for activities for daily living, rerouting if necessary and assistance with sleep issues or ‘sun downing’. By using creativity and caregiving skills, you can adapt routines and activities as needs change.

BONDED – Being bonded means that a bonding company has secured money that is available to the consumer in the event they file a claim against the company.

COMPANION/HOMEMAKER

SERVICES – Refers to services provided by a companion to be with your family member for a specified amount of time each day up to and including 24-hour supervision. The companions may provide assistance with routine household activities – cooking, cleaning, laundry, errands and shopping. Many agencies provide transportation and supervision to physician’s offices,

grocery and clothing shopping as well as recreational activities. Companions are able to perform a wide variety of other non medical tasks and activities that are designed to assist the elderly to remain at home as long as possible. By law homemakers and companions cannot provide hands on personal care such as assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, ambulating nor dispense medications for their clients.

INSURED – This refers to what happens if someone gets hurt on the job. If the company isn’t insured, then the claim gets filed against the homeowner’s insurance. If the company is insured, then the claim gets filed against the company’s insurance.

MED-ALERT

SYSTEMS – Personal

medical alert products activated by pushing a button.

MEDICATION REMINDER –

Assistance with reminding an individual about medications but not dispensing medications.

TRANSPORTATION – Rides to shop-ping, appointments and other outings. ~

What Do You Mean by PACE?

The Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) creatively coordinates the care of each participant enrolled in the program based on his or her individual needs with the goal of enabling older individuals to remain living in their community.

Getting older and staying independent is not always easy. You may have trouble with daily activities like getting to primary care provider’s appointments, bathing, and getting dressed. Mercy LIFE of Alabama’s PACE program can help you do all of these things while living safely at home, and your team of healthcare providers at LIFE will help you live as healthy as possible.

Who does Mercy LIFE of Alabama serve?

Mercy LIFE serves seniors in the community and in our center. Staying independent and remaining at home is important for seniors, but sometimes living safely at home can be a challenge. Mercy LIFE understands this and we help seniors live safely at home. Seniors in our program benefit from a wide range of healthcare services provided in our PACE center or in the home, 365 days a year.

Who pays for the program?

Program payment is determined based on Medicare and Medicaid

eligibility. Typically, services are free to those who qualify for Medicare and Medicaid, but some participants are required to pay monthly fees if they are over income or asset limits determined by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid.

Who qualifies?

Many participants are enrolled in Medicare and qualify for Medicaid. You are likely eligible for this program if you:

n Are 55 or older.

n Live in the service care area.

n Are certified by the state at a nursing home level of care.

n Have been assessed by our care team and can live safely in the community with our services.

Is preventative care covered?

Yes. The focus of every PACE organization is to help you live in the community for as long as possible. To meet this goal, PACE programs focus on preventive care.

Is transportation provided?

We’ll provide transportation for activities or medical appointments scheduled by LIFE.

If I enroll in Mercy LIFE of Alabama, do I have to change doctors?

Participants at Mercy LIFE must receive care from our program’s care team and through our network of providers. You will need to see our

primary care provider, but your specialists may be a part of our network. Our team will let you know what doctors you will be able to see when you begin the enrollment process.

What Would My Day look like at Mercy LIFE of Alabama?

Participants are picked up by our LIFE transportation and brought to the center in the morning. You’ll have breakfast with other participants. You may see your doctor or nurse if you have an appointment in the clinic. You might also see your physical therapist or occupational therapist. Participants can enjoy a wide range of activities and groups at the center. You’ll have a healthy

lunch, and transportation will bring you back home in the afternoon.

What are the Eligibility Requirements?

You may qualify for LIFE services if you:

n Are age 55 or older

n Live in one of the service area zip codes

n Have been assessed by the state as needing nursing home care

n Are able to live safely at home with services provided by Mercy LIFE of Alabama

To learn more about Mercy LIFE of Alabama, please contact them at 251-287-8427.

Bay Minette 251-580-8236

Brewton 251-809-1717

Citronelle 251-866-3261

Foley 800-763-6382

Mobile 251-380-0492

Monroeville 866-334-0260

Thomasville 334-636-1344

Home Health Care Definitions

24 HOUR CARE – Refers to “around the clock treatment” in a home environment. The care may be shared by multiple caregivers or by a single caregiver.

24 HOUR ON CALL – Refers to someone being available 24 hours a day to speak with you.

CARDIAC CARE – Refers to services including patient assessment, specific diet information, and management of the disease process, medication management and education. Cardiac care is a program designed to help a person with heart disease return to health. Cardiac care may consist of exercise, modifying risk factors to prevent further heart damage, or psychological rehabilitation.

DIABETIC CARE – Refers to services including patient assessment specific diet information, management of the disease process, medication management and education on all the above. Services are provided by Registered Nurse under the supervision of a M.D. Some agencies may have certified diabetic nurse instructors or cardiac care specialty RN’s.

ENTERAL FEEDING – Enteral feeding, or tube feeding, is a way to deliver nutrients through a tube if you cannot take food or drink through your mouth.

HOSPICE – Hospices provide individuals facing terminal illness with care

at home or in a healthcare facility. The goal is to assist patients to live the last stage of their lives with dignity. The focus is on comfort rather than treatment.

HOUR MINIMUM – The least number of hours a Non-Medical Home Care Agency will be available for hire. Medicare certified Home Health Agencies are not on a specified time frame.

INTRAVENOUS THERAPY (IV) –

Refers to any medical treatments/ medications that need to be introduced into the body via a patient’s veins. Numerous IV Therapies can be provided in a patient’s home under supervision of a MD. Some of these include: inter-infective/ antibiotic therapies, hydration therapy, pain management, chemotherapy and central line care and maintenance.

MED-ALERT – Company offers a pendent or home alert system that notifies staff that user is in distress and needs immediate assistance.

NON-MEDICAL HOME CARE –

Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s), homemaking, companionship and other nonmedical in home care. These services are available for hire after, or in conjunction with, Medicare certified services. Private payment, Medicaid and Veterans Benefits are a few of the ways personal care can be paid for.

PSYCHIATRIC CARE – Refers to the agencies’ ability to offer services related to psychiatric support with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illness. Services may include counseling or administering of medications.

SOCIAL WORKER – A clinical social worker whose purpose in health care is to enhance, promote, maintain, and restore the best possible social abilities of the patient or family. Services provided may be preventive, developmental, or remedial in nature.

THERAPY SERVICES

(ST, PT, OT, RT) –

Speech Therapy – Refers to services to assess and treat speech and swallowing disorders. Speech therapy can treat speech, language, cognitive skills or swallowing.

Physical Therapy – Refers to services for the treatment and the rehabilitation process where a physical therapist will often stretch, strengthen, facilitate muscles, challenge balance, test coordination abilities, teach home exercise programs and enhance basic mobility skills.

Occupational Therapy – Refers to services to assess and treat patients to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. Patients may have mental, physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities. Therapists also help them to develop, recover,

or maintain daily living and work skills. Occupational therapists help clients not only to improve their basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also to compensate for permanent loss of function.

Respiratory Therapy – Refers to services for care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system. It may include the therapeutic use of medical gases and their equipment, environmental control systems, humidification, aerosols, ventilator support, bronchi pulmonary drainage and exercise, respiratory rehabilitation, assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and maintenance of natural, artificial, and mechanical airways.

TRACH CARE – Refers to care administered to patients who have undergone a tracheotomy. A tracheotomy is a surgical procedure in which a cut or opening is made in the windpipe (trachea). The surgeon inserts a tube into the opening to bypass an obstruction, allowing air to get to the lungs, or remove secretions.

WOUND CARE – Refers to services for providing diagnosis and treatment for ulcers, pressure sores and other wounds. Treatments may include but is not limited to irrigations, dressing, and wound vacs. Some agencies may employ specialty nurses to provide and instruct in care specifically for patients with more complicated wounds. ~

Hospice Care Definitions

HOSPICE Hospices provide individuals facing terminal illness with care at home or in a healthcare facility. The goal is to assist patients to live the last stage of their lives with dignity. The focus is on comfort rather than treatment.

Services Provided:

SW-SOCIAL WORKER – Assesses patient and family emotional and social needs, develops a plan of care, provides counseling, referrals and support to meet identified needs

HOME HEALTH AIDE – Provides direct personal care to patient, emotional support to patient and family, reports identified needs to RN.

Levels of Care:

RO-ROUTINE CARE – Occurs when regularly scheduled visits are adequate in maintaining the individual’s symptom management. Care is provided at the individual’s private residence, a retirement community, an assisted living, or a skilled nursing facility.

RE-RESPITE CARE – Provided when the family needs time to rest or go out of town for a short time. Care may be provided in a long-term care facility depending on the condition of the individual. Hospice is responsible for financial arrangements with the Long-term care facility.

GIP – General In-Patient Care –

Provided in a skilled nursing facility when the symptoms cannot be managed elsewhere. The skilled nursing facility must have 24-hour R.N. coverage as deemed by Medicare guidelines. General in-patient care is usually short in duration. This level of care is usually due to symptoms which are out of control and more intensive nursing services are required. If an individual is at a care facility, room and board are covered by hospice during this period.

CC-CONTINUOUS CARE – Provided to prevent the individual from going to the hospital when a crisis occurs. It also is given when more help is needed to assist the individual and family in coping with the crisis. This level of care is usually provided at the individual’s residence no matter where that may be. The criteria for continuous care may include: Severe pain or symptoms which are out of control, psychotic episodes, breakdown of caregiver, imminent death and family unable to cope. Continuous care is typically reserved for end of life or other crises that requires a constant presence by a nurse or care team.

24/7 ADMISSIONS – If a patient qualifies for hospice care, they should be admitted as early as the family requests. Many agencies admit patients to hospice, 24/7, evenings weekends, and holidays.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS – Grief is the normal and universal reaction humans have to the loss of those they love. When your loved one passes, you may go through a period of bereavement and experience grief. Many provide Grief Groups that meet and address issues of grief in a supportive group setting.

IN-PATIENT CARE – These hospices offer full hospice services in their on-campus unit or building. The patient moves into the inpatient care facility to receive their hospice services rather than in the patients’ home setting.

PAIN PUMPS AVAILABLE – Many patients have their symptoms controlled through oral medications. Some situations require a pain pump where medications are administered through an IV pump. If this is the situation, inquire with the hospice RN case manager to see if pain pumps are available through their agency.

PALLIATIVE CARE – Specialized medical care for people with serious illness. It is focused on providing patients with relief from the symptoms, pain and stress of a serious illness – whatever the prognosis. It is appropriate at any age and at any stage in a serious illness and can be provided along with curative treatment.

PCP-OVERSIGHT – Can the hospice patient retain their own primary care physician in addition to the hospice medical director? All hospice organizations require a medical director, a physician to oversee their care. Many times the hospice medical director will work in conjunction with the patient’s own physician. The patient, family and hospice team can determine which physicians will oversee the care and certify the hospice eligibility criteria.

PET THERAPY – There’s nothing like a visit from a four-legged creature to brighten the day of a terminally ill patient. Pet therapy teams visit with patients wherever they reside – at home or in professional care settings. Studies have shown many benefits of pet companionship, ranging from reduced blood pressure and anxiety to relief from boredom, pain and loneliness. This service is not reimbursed by Medicare.

VA CONTRACT – If the patient is not a Medicare Recipient and is covered by the VA, the VA will make payments directly to their contracted agencies. If a patient is a Veteran, but is a Medicare Recipient, they may choose any Medicare approved hospice agency for their care. ~

ASSISTED LIVING

Home-Cooked Meals

Fun Social Activities Daily

Medication Monitoring

Personal Care Assistance

Respite Care

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Senior Housing Definitions

ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY

AGE RESTRICTIONS – Some communities have a restriction on the youngest age they are allowed to accept. These restrictions vary by community.

ALZHEIMER’S

/ DEMENTIA ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY

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Licensed assisted living facility or skilled nursing facility that specialize in delivering care to victims of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Communities are typically bedroom-style rental units with common areas for dining and activities. Many are locked for residents’ safety.

– Typically apartment-style with kitchenettes and private baths. Some offer companion accommodations. Personal assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, eating and ambulation.

DAY CARE – Any provider can elect to provide day/night services on a short or long term basis. Rates typically include a place to rest, one or two meals and snacks and activities for the day. Licensed communities are prohibited by law to promote these services without a specific license.

AFFORDABLE SUBSIDIZED HOUSING

Senior Housing Definitions

DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT - (HUD) helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants.

INDEPENDENT HOUSING – Apartments and communities for adults

55+ with little or no senior support services (e.g. no meals, etc...)

INTERMEDIATE CARE – 24 hour inpatient care residents who need licensed nursing supervision and supportive care, but do not require continuous nursing care. Residents may receive full assistance with ADL’s and transfers. Residents receive meds from a nurse following a doctor’s orders and may receive outpatient rehab services. Facilities may use a nurse as a their consultant and the residents receive periodic assessments from a licensed practitioner.

LONG-TERM CARE – Chronic, custodial care provided on an on-going basis

MEDICAID WAIVER – An assisted living waiver may be used to transition individuals out of nursing facilities or to provide persons at risk of institutionalization with options for remaining in their communities. Assisted living waivers are designed to provide an alternative to more costly nursing home care.

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PRICE DEPENDENT ON LEVELS OF CARE – Flexible levels of service geared to accommodate different needs over time. Rates may vary depending on the changing levels of care while one maintains the same physical residence.

PUBLIC HOUSING (PH) – Affordable apartments for low-income families, the elderly and persons with disabilities.

REHABILITATION AND THERAPY –

Many skilled nursing facilities offer restorative and rehabilitative physical and occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology services. Short-term rehabilitation services may be provided to individuals with diagnoses such as joint replacements, stroke, etc. Long-term rehab may also be provided for permanent residents of the facility who have chronic or progressive illnesses. Occupational therapy services in this setting are generally reimbursed by Medicare Part A for short-term, acute care clients; Medicare Part B for long-term residents who require skilled services and have medically necessary need for rehab; and often by private insurance, Medicaid, or private pay for younger clients.

RESIDENTIAL HOME –

Assisted living homes are private residential homes that typically have a small number of residents who live

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AHEPA 310 APARTMENT COMMUNITIES Affordable Senior Housing

Our goal is to provide effective management and operations of affordable communities for lowincome elderly and persons with disabilities, so they may live independent and engaged lifestyles. We offer spacious one-bedroom apartments with professional on-site management. Our Supportive Services Coordinators provide our residents with a clear path to ensure assistance is received, leading to a healthy and fulfilling way of living.

FEATURES

• Appliances Furnished

• Emergency Features

• Keyed Access w/Intercom

• Community Rooms

• Elevator

• On-Site Laundry

• Arts & Crafts Room

• Pet Friendly

Contact our communities for information on age and income qualifications. Visit our Website at www.ahepaseniorliving.org

MOBILE AND BALDWIN LOCATIONS

8435 W State St, Citronelle 36522 251-866-3000

1409 Pollard Rd, Daphne 36526 251-626-9228

20765 Bishop Rd, Fairhope 36532 251-928-7352

12680 Padgett Switch Rd, Irvington 36544 251-824-1895

100 Ahepa Ln, Mobile 36609 251-666-5696

5223 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile 36609 251-665-9026

2550 Hillcrest Road, Mobile 36695 251-660-1783

6430 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile 36695 251-661-0371

100 Ahepa Way, Saraland 36571 251-679-0770

9180 Hellenic Way, Semmes 36575 251-645-2405

7560 Olympic Ln, Theodore 36582

251-653-2294

7560-A Olympic Lane, Theodore 36582

251-653-9880

Senior Housing Definitions

together and receive care from livein caretakers. Adult family homes offer room and board for seniors who want a more private, homelike community. Assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing are provided. Amenities and nursing services vary greatly between homes. Ask about their services when you tour. They are also referred to as personal board and care homes. Most accept private pay; Medicaid in some instances.

RESPITE CARE / SHORT-TERM

STAY – Otherwise known as a shortterm stay. Any provider of IL, AL, ALZ or SNF care can elect to pro-

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vide fully furnished accommodations to a person for a short period of time. Rates usually quoted on a daily basis and are typically inclusive of all services and amenities.

RETIREMENT COMMUNITY –

Housing designed specifically for mature adults. Typically Studio, 1 BR or 2 BR rental apartments with full kitchens, and private baths are available. Services include meal plans, transportation, housekeeping, laundry and maintenance. Amenities are usually abundant; formal libraries, computer stations, swimming pools, gardens, and other social gathering spaces. Rates are

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Senior Housing Definitions

monthly, and are typically based on size/location of apartment.

SECURED UNIT – A secured unit dedicated to Alzheimer’s/Dementia residents to prevent wandering outside the community without supervision.

SHORT-TERM CARE – Acute care provided on a short term basis.

SKILLED CARE – 24 hour licensed nursing services, eight hours of which are RN covered. Patient may receive rehab services either inpatient or outpatient and may be fully dependent for ADL’s. Patients receive medications by an RN according to a licensed physicians orders.

SKILLED NURSING FACILITY –

Facilities provide 24/7 care for residents and offer full assistance with ADL’s. Daily rates typically include a furnished bedroom and a private or shared bath, meals, activities, transportation, phone service, cable television and all personal/ nursing care. Payor sources usually accepted are Medicare, Medicaid,

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VA, some insurance plans and private sources.

TRACH CARE – Refers to care administered to patients who have undergone a tracheotomy. A tracheotomy is a surgical procedure in which a cut or opening is made in the windpipe (trachea). The surgeon inserts a tube into the opening to bypass an obstruction, allow air to get to the lungs, or remove secretions.

VENTILATOR - Moves breatheable air into and out of the lungs, to provide the mechanism of breathing for a patient who is physically unable to breathe, or is breathing insufficiently.

WANDERGUARD - Offered at some facilities. A resident with memory loss or confusion wears a small discrete pendant. Each external door in the care home is fitted with a radio detector which detects when a pendant moves near an exit. The WanderGuard will sound an audible alarm, alerting the staff of a patient wandering. ~

Where can we find the best care for our needs around here?

Understanding Your Options: Ways to Pay for Senior Living

Perhaps you have come to the decision that you or a family member would benefit from senior living and have already begun looking into your options. You know what level of care is needed and have found the community that offers these services with the right amenities in the perfect location.

The only thing left to figure out now is how to actually pay for these senior living services. As a senior living provider in Alabama, Community Senior Life’s goal is to help individuals navigate their senior living journey every step of the way. We commit to meeting our residents’ social, spiritual, physical, and financial needs, so we are sharing some ways to pay for senior living care and services. We have Home Ownership, Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care options.

Private Pay

The simplest and most widely accepted way to pay for senior living

is through private pay or paying through personal finances. Any savings, income, or retirement funds can be used to cover the costs of senior living, but it’s important to be realistic and budget-conscious if you are relying solely on this source.

If you have been preparing and saving for retirement or still receive a regular income, private pay options may be enough to cover your senior

living costs. However, this is not the case for many individuals, and the cost of senior living quickly uses up what they have saved. Because of this, below are some alternative options that can be used separately or in conjunction with your retirement savings.

Home Equity

While it may be difficult, selling your home is a great way to cover the costs of senior living. The equity that your home has accrued over the years can be used in addition to your other private pay options and make your savings last longer.

Bridge Loans

According to Forbes Advisor, “a bridge loan is a form of short-term financing that gives individuals and businesses the flexibility to borrow money for up to a year.”

Even though a bridge loan can be a somewhat risky option since financing is only up to a year, this is a good option if you or a loved one needs to quickly move into a senior living community, but the sale of a house is still pending.

Renting Your Home

For some individuals, selling their homes is simply out of the question. Maybe they aren’t ready to part with their house, or they want to leave it to a child or grandchild. If this is you, that is okay, but you might as well make some money off of it.

To help cover the costs of senior living, renting out your home may be an option. By doing so, you will get to hold onto your house and the memories it has while also receiving a regular monthly income. This option requires more planning, though, since rental properties require upkeep and maintenance. If you do not have someone who can help with these tasks, a rental management company can help

oversee the logistics, finances, and maintenance of a property.

Veteran Benefits

Individuals who served in the United States military and their spouses may be entitled to benefits that can help cover the costs of senior living services. The United States Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) provides care resources to active-duty soldiers and veterans. Visit their website to view a series of links to resources and information that can assist you and your family on your senior living journey.

Make Sure You Know What’s Included in the Cost

Every senior living community is different, but many people do not consider that the monthly rate for a senior living community includes more than just a place to live. This price often includes meals, a certain level of support and care services, community amenities, and home maintenance. Make sure to check with the community you are considering prior to moving in to verify everything that is included in the monthly rate.

For a more in-depth look at what is included in the price at all of our Community Senior Life communities in Alabama, download our free Cost Comparison Worksheet. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Community Senior Life. To learn more about our senior living communities throughout Alabama or how to pay for senior living, call 251-981-0200, or visit communityseniorlife.org.