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SOCIAL WORKERS LINK OLDER ADULTS with services that help them live independently and with dignity, thereby maximizing their quality of life and participation in society.

Social work with older adults focuses on the physical, psychological, social, and economic aspects of daily living. For more information on how social workers help older adults and to find a social worker near you go to www.helpstartshere.org. And watch this NASW Foundation video that offers one example of how social workers can help older adults live life to the fullest: http://bit.ly/2ruJ37z.

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Color Coded Sections DAILY CARE ASSISTANCE

adult day care centers, nursing services, home health services, non-medical services, VA information

TREATMENT & PREVENTION

medical supplies & equipment, medication assistance, pharmacies, nutrition, hearing, vision, dental, physicians, mental health, plastic surgeons, hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, cancer treatment facilities, medical clinics

HOUSING

independent/retirement, assisted living, skilled nursing, personal care homes, continuing care, licensed Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, lawn services, remodelers, CSHP/SRES Realtors, home repairs, furniture, security systems, builders

FINAL PLANNING

hospice, funeral services, monuments, cremation services

RELAX & RESTORE

massage therapy, books, travel, dining, professional services, pets

LEGAL & FINANCIAL

financial planners, elder law attorneys, reverse mortgage specialists, financial institutions

TRANSPORTATION

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How to use the Senior Resource Guide

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GENERAL INFORMATION How to use the Senior Resource Guide. . . . . . . 4-5 Where We Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Publisher’s Page – Contacting the Senior Resource Guide. . . . . . . 11 Advertisers Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158-159

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What Level of Care is Right for You? . . . . . . . . 14 Home Care vs. Home Health Care. . . . . . . . . 16 Need Long-term Care? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Long–Distance Caregiving Checklist. . . . . . . . . 20 Help for Caregivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-24 Adult Day Care Centers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Community Based Respite Groups. . . . . . . . 30-31 Home Care Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-36 Support Groups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Diabetes Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

TREATMENT & PREVENTION

National Association of Social Workers. . . . . . . 3 5 Tips for Aging Well. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Medical Equipment Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 The Benefits of Medication Management . . . . . 53 Medication & Medical Services . . . . . . . . . 54-55 Hearing

Hearing & Deaf Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Vision

Vision Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 6

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What Level of Care is Right for You explains different care options as we age. Find them on page 14.

Dental

Dental Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Doctors

House Call Physicians. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Tips on How to Talk to Your Doc. . . . . . . . . . . 65 Mental Health

What Type of Mental Health Professional Is Right for You?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Medical Centers & Rehabilitation

Medical Centers & Clinics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 20 Questions to Ask provides a quick list of important things to ask when searching for senior housing. Find them on pages 90 and 115.

Choosing the Right Rehab Facility. . . . . . . . . . 69 20 Questions to Ask During Hospital Discharge. . 71

HOUSING

Types of Residential Care for Seniors. . . . . . 74-75 Products & Services

Home & Housing Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Independent & Retirement

Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . 83, Back Cover What to Consider When Searching for Your New Apartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 The Villages at Fiskville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 87 Independent & Retirement Communities. . . . . 88-89 Assisted Living

20 Questions to Ask – Assisted Living. . . . . . . . 90 Belmont Village Senior Living. . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover, 91 Signs It Might Be Time for Assisted Living . . . . . 92 Legacy Oaks of Lakeway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 95 Making the Right Senior Housing Choice . . . . . 96 Legacy Oaks South Austin. . 97, Inside Back Cover

Tips for Effective Alzheimer’s Communication are on page 104.

Assisted Living Communities. . . . . . . . . . 100-103 Memory Care

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Tips for Effective Alzheimer’s Communication. . 104 Memory Care Communities. . . . . . . . . . 110-111 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Skilled Nursing/Rehab Facilities . . . . . . . . 112-114 20 Questions to Ask – Skilled Nursing. . . . . . 115

FINAL PLANNING 117 Preparing & Presenting a Eulogy. . . . . . . . . . 116 Final Planning Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . 118-122 Understanding Hospice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Hospices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128-129

RELAX & RESTORE 133 Volunteering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138-139

LEGAL & FINANCIAL 141 5 Must–Have Legal Documents. . . . . . . . . . . 142 Legal & Financial Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Understanding Medicare: Parts, Plans and Meeting Your Needs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

TRANSPORTATION 151 Obtaining a Disabled or Elderly Placard/Plate. . 150 Transportation Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152-154 Over 65 Driving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156-157

SPECIAL FEATURES Page for Taking Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Recipes. . . . . . . . . . . . . 66, 70, 108, 130 8

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Learn all you need to know about obtaining a disabled license plate or placard for your vehicle. See page 150.

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hile caregiving for my grandmother, I realized that I was not alone in the quest for information and resources— thus was born the Senior Resource Guide. Having been an eldercare advocate for over 25 years, it was a dream come true to start SRG with my husband C ora Hobbs 1915–2006 and then have our children join us. As a family-owned and operated business, we are committed to assisting those on their quest for active aging, which for many includes caregiving. Here’s to your quest!

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What Level of Care is Right for You? Independent Living Housing for those not in need of additional assistance, such as 55+ apartments or independent/retirement communities. Continuing Care Retirement Community (*Skilled Nursing only) Housing whereby a senior can age in place. Beginning with independent living, moving to assisted living and finally skilled nursing as needed. All are typically located together on one campus. Assisted Living Independent living with help provided for activities of daily living. Personal Care Home Assisted living in a home-like setting and typically has fewer residents. Skilled Nursing/Rehab* Licensed and equipped to provide residents with healthcare that meets the needs of more involved medical problems. Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/Dementia Assistance Provides special programs and assistance for those with memory loss. Some may provide special security measures. Home Care/Home Health (*Home Health only) Non-medical (home care) or skilled medical care (home health) that allows seniors to remain in their place of residence. Senior Day Care Program Services typically include meals and activities that provide social interaction. Some centers may accommodate special needs such as Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Hospice Care* End of life care for the terminally ill, usually via visits in the home or facility of residence. * Typically accepts Medicare

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Home Care vs Home Health Care How can I determine if home care is necessary? When self-care at home becomes difficult and/or family caregivers are not available to assist, home care may be the answer. Home care often relieves family members of basic caregiving functions and makes it possible to spend quality time, rather than the functional caregiving time. Home care is often easier and faster than moving to an institutional care setting and allows the senior to stay at home in familiar surroundings. What is home health care? When the need is for more than home and personal care, a home health care agency may be required. Home health care provides skilled medical services (such as administration and adjustment of medication levels, monitoring and dressing of wounds, etc.) in the home by trained medical personnel. Home health care is always ordered and supervised by a physician. What is home care? Simply put, home care is non-medical, personal assistance provided in the home. Home care may include help with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene. It may include a wide range of services: taking and recording vital signs, assistance in the bathroom, light housekeeping, meal preparation, companionship, grocery shopping and pharmacy errands, home safety supervision, medication reminders, bill-paying, laundry, and transportation. Will my insurance cover the costs? Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurances are sources of payment for receiving home and home health care. Home Healthcare services are typically medically necessary. They are paid for by Medicare or other health insurance, and have been ordered by a physician. Private duty home care services are typically paid for privately, or using long-term care insurance, reverse mortgage proceeds, or Veterans aid and attendance pension benefits, or some combination of any of these programs.

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Need Long-term Care? by JEFF CARMACK | Texas Health and Human Services

Most of us don’t like to think about long-term care but there’s a good chance that, sooner or later, we’ll need it. According to a study by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, more than 70 percent of Americans over the age of 65 will need long-term care services at some point in their lives. If you or someone you care about needs long-term care, Texas Health and Human Services can help. The agency offers a wealth of information to connect you to resources, healthcare providers and services that help you live healthier. VISIT the website at hhs.texas.gov. In the menu bar at the top of the website, click on “Services” to find information on services for people with medical or physical disabilities, intellectual or developmental disabilities, for older adults, and for caregivers who need a break from their duties. CALL 1-855-937-2372 for information. Although you may not qualify for services, HHS can still steer you in the right direction. The 28 area agencies on aging offer help to Texans age 60 and older, their family members and caregivers to locate and access local services, including benefits counseling, legal assistance, care coordination, caregiver support services, in-home support and the ombudsman program. DIAL 2-1-1 Texas, a program operated by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, connects Texans with the services they need. Accurate, well-organized and easy-to-find information from more than 60,000 state and local health and human services programs is available by phone and online. For more information, dial 2-1-1 or visit 211texas.org.

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Non-profit pending

Enhancing quality of life through information, advocacy and service. Who

We are comprised of a group of professionals serving central Texas in the fields of law, financial services, real estate, mortgage, Medicare, accounting and insurance.

What

Our goal is to make it easy and convenient for seniors and their families to find up-to-date information and resources either through our network or referrals to other professionals.

Why

Our experience tells us that the seniors who are able and actively participate in making their own decisions are happier, healthier and well informed.

Where

Through our FREE seminars and workshops where we take a NO SALES PITCH approach. We provide information and answer questions.

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By working in partnership with seniors, their caregivers and loved ones. Call 512-317-4481 or visit SilverSeniorServicesCentralTX.org for more information. SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Long-Distance Caregiving Checklist Here are a few items to keep in mind during your next visit. • Attend a doctor’s appointment with your parent to find out current health status and concerns. • Check with the pharmacy to make sure your parent is getting all his or her prescriptions filled and on a timely basis. • Kitchen check-up. Make sure to report any weight loss to the doctor as it can also be a sign of something more serious. Check the refrigerator to make sure there is ample food or for outdated food. • Assess driving ability. • Meet your parents’ neighbors and close friends and get their phone numbers, and provide your emergency contact. • Discuss your parents’ wishes for health care and finances in case they are unable to make those decisions in the future. • Gather a list of trustworthy, reputable eldercare and related resources in the community. • Get copies of your parent’s insurance card(s), physicians’ names and phone numbers, key contacts and medical history. • Do a safety evaluation of the home. • Consider a personal emergency response system. Long Distance Caregiving: Planning For the Future Here are some primary areas where aging parents often need help. • Medication management • Meal preparation • Transportation • Declining mobility or health • Memory problems • Household deficiencies

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Need Help Finding Resources or Long-Term Care Services?

The Aging & Disability Resource Center offers assistance to those who are aging or have a disability and to their families and caregivers. Helping you understand and connect with services and support is our goal. Speak with a trained professional about: 路 In-Home Support Services 路 Home and Congregate Meal Programs 路 Housing and Respite Care Options 路 Benefit Programs: Medicare, Medicaid, SNAP, LIS,MSP Call Toll Free 855-937-2372 or Visit Us at 6800 Burleson Road, Bldg. 310 Suite 165, Austin, Texas 78744

www.aaacap.org Serving Bastrop-Blanco-Burnet-Caldwell-Fayette-Hays-Lee-Llano-Travis-Williamson Counties Partially funded by the Texas Department of Aging Disability Services

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Help for Caregivers ANIMAL RESCUE/ PET ADOPTION

Family Caregiver Alliance caregiver.org

Austin Animal Center 512–978–0500 or 3-1-1 austintexas.gov

Family Eldercare 512–450–0844 | familyeldercare.org

Austin Humane Society 512–646–7387 | austinhumanesociety.org

LeadingAge | leadingage.org

HelpGuide.org | helpguide.org

Austin Pets Alive! | 512–961–6519 austinpetsalive.org

CAREGIVER INFORMATION, RESEARCH, EDUCATION, SERVICES AND ADVOCACY AARP | aarp.org/caregiving AGE of Central Texas 512–451–4611 | ageofcentraltx.org Alzheimer’s Association alz.org/care American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging americanbar.org/groups/law_aging ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center archrespite.org Area Agency on Aging of Central Texas aaact.org Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area www.aaacap.org Assisted Living Research Institute assistedliving.org Caregiver Action Network caregiveraction.org Care Connection Aging & Disability Resource Center careconnection.org

National Alliance for Caregiving caregiving.org National Caregivers Library caregiverslibrary.org Texas Aging and Disability Resource Center | hhs.texas.gov Today’s Caregiver | caregiver.com USA.gov | usa.gov For Veterans Warrior Care warriorcare.dodlive.mil/caregiverresources/

CAREGIVER TRAINING AGE of Central Texas Powerful Tools for Caregivers – a free six–week course that provides emotional support for family caregivers. 512–451–4611 | ageofcentraltx.org Alzheimer’s Association Dementia training. alz.org American Red Cross | redcross.org Caregiverlist | caregiverlist.com CaregiverU 512–451–4611 | caregiverucentx.org

Caregiver Resource Network caregiverresource.net

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ARCIL, Inc. 512–832–6349 Austin Main Office 512–396–5790 San Marcos 512–828–4624 Round Rock BLVD.com 877–833–2480 | blvd.com

HELP LINES United Way | 2-1-1 For Veterans Veterans Crisis Line 800–273–8255 | veteranscrisisline.net

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Criss Cole Rehabilitation Center twc.texas.gov/jobseekers/criss-colerehabilitation-center Disability Assistance of Central Texas 512–834–1827 Disability Rights Texas | 800–252–9108 disabilityrightstx.org Heart of Central Texas 254–933–7487 | hoctilc.org

Caritas of Austin | 512–479–4610 caritasofaustin.org Central Texas Food Bank 512–282–2111 | centraltexasfoodbank.org Food Pantries To find the nearest Food Pantry | 2-1-1 Green Corn Project | 512–249–3171 greencornproject.org

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DISABILITIES SERVICES & INFORMATION

Hope Food Pantry | 512–420–0710

Texas Health and Human Services 855–937–2372 hhs.texas.gov (Keyword: disability)

Meals on Wheels Central Texas 512–476–6325 mealsonwheelscentraltexas.org

Texas Workforce Commission – Vocational Rehabilitation Services 800–628–5115 twc.texas.gov/jobseekers/vocationalrehabilitation-services

Madella Hilliard Neighborhood Center 512–863–5010

The Arc of the Capital Area 512–476–7044 | arcaustin.org

Travis County Community Center at Post Road 512–854–9130

U.S. Department of Labor Disability programs and services nationwide. disability.gov

ELDER ABUSE Consumer Rights and Services In nursing homes, assisted living facilities, day activity and health services. 800–458–9858 SAFE Alliance (sexual or domestic abuse) safeaustin.org | 512–267–7233 Texas Abuse Hotline 800–252–5400 Texas Adult Protective Services 512–438–4800 | www.dfps.state.tx.us Texas Health and Human Services – Aging 855–937–2372 hhs.texas.gov/services/aging

Opportunities for Williamson & Burnet Counties | 512–763–1400 owbc–tx.org

SENIOR ADVOCACY ADAPT | 512–442–0252 adaptoftexas.org Coalition of Texans with Disabilities 512–478–3366 | txdisabilities.org Texas Impact | 512–472–3903 texasimpact.org

SENIOR FRAUD Attorney General of Texas 800–252–8011 texasattorneygeneral.gov Medicare Fraud Hotline Inspector General | 800–447–8477 Texas State Securities Board 512–305–8301 | ssb.texas.gov Continues

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Help for Caregivers VETERAN SERVICES Bastrop County Veteran Services 512–581–4006 Central Texas Veteran Services Coalition 512–341–4961 Hays County Veteran Services 512–392–8387 Helping a Hero | 888–786–9531 helpingahero.org Lone Survivor Foundation 936–755–6075 lonesurvivorfoundation.org TexVet | 512–341–4924 | texvet.org Travis County Veteran Services 512–854–9340 U.S. Army Wounded Warrior Program (AW2) | 877–393–9058 Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) 877–832–6997 woundedwarriorproject.org

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PROVIDING QUALITY SERVICES TO SUPPORT AND ADVOCATE FOR THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELL BEING OF THE OLDER INDIVIDUAL IN THE CAPITAL AREA Services Available on a short-term basis at no charge to individuals age 60 and older and their caregivers. • Information, Referral & Assistance: Unbiased information about region-wide resources available to seniors • Benefits Counseling: Information and Counseling about government benefits programs, primarily Medicare. • Ombudsman Program: Advocates, specially trained and certified, for seniors living in nursing or assisted living facilities. • Care Coordination: Assessment of needs and resources by a Care Coordinator to link clients to in-home resources. • Caregiver Support: Support for family members who are caring for older individuals, arrangement of services to support the caregiver, assistance in making long-range caregiving plan. • Health and Wellness: Evidence-based programs that promote healthy aging, such as Caregiver Stress-Busting program and A Matter of Balance™ Fall prevention and Chronic Disease SelfManagement programs. Serving Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Hays, Lee, Llano, Travis and Williamson Counties A Program of the Capital Area Council of Governments Funded in part by the Health and Human Services Commission

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Area Agency on Aging of Central Texas A partner agency of the Central Texas Aging, Disability & Veterans Resource Center

Your Point of Access for Information and Assistance Long-Term Care Planning & Options Counseling Medicaid and other Federal/State Benefits Medicare and Medicare Supplemental Insurance Counseling State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Caregiver Services, Supports, Education & Training Information, Referral and Assistance Evidenced Based Programs and Wellness Programs Veterans-Directed Home and Community-Based Services Community Care Transitions Program Ombudsman Program 2180 North Main Street Belton, Texas 855.937.2372 254.770.2330

www.centexaaa.com A nonprofit agency offering information and supportive services to individuals age 60 and older, their family members and caregivers who reside in the Central Texas counties of: Bell – Coryell – Hamilton – Lampasas – Milam – Mills – San Saba 26

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Adult Day Care Centers DAILY CARE ASSISTANCE

s Individuals with Alzheimers/Memory Disorders currently accepted 6 Individuals with Alzheimers/Dementia accepted in early stages only n Only Individuals with HIV currently accepted Listed facilities provide transportation and serve breakfast and lunch, except as noted: u No meals provided t No Transportation provided

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AGE’s Adult Day Center – Round Rock 475 Round Rock West Drive Ste. 120 78681 512–255–4865 s

Adult Daycare Center of Texas 4605 North Hwy 35 78722 512–808–3562 s Bona Terra Adult Day Center 119 Cumberland Road 78704 512–441–2900

SAN MARCOS Retreat Day Habilitation Center 20155 Hwy 80 78666 512–393–4206

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Adult Day Health Centers • The longest-operating, licensed, and non-residential Adult Day Health Centers in Central Texas, with locations in Austin and Round Rock • Supervised by full-time nursing and professional care staff, specializing in memory care and dementia • Open Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

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• All-inclusive: activities, meals and snacks, and transportation options

• Accepting Medicaid, Veteran's benefits, and private pay "Tackling the challenges of aging with expert solutions"

Austin:

(512) 451-4611

Round Rock: (512) 255-4865

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Community Based Respite Groups Please contact the Director or contact number prior to attending. Eligible participants must be in the Early to Middle stage of Alzheimer’s or related dementia. Participants must be able to toilet, eat, and move independently. Most Respite Groups are free. Please always check with the organizer to confirm meeting dates/times/costs. *Assistance and training through Alzheimer’s Texas

AUSTIN Circle of Friends* Congregation Beth Israel Synagogue 3901 Shoal Creek 512–845–5374 House of Friends* Bethany United Methodist Church 10010 Anderson Mill Road 512–258–6017 Mike’s Place Meals on Wheels and More 3227 E. 5th Street 512–476–6325 x138 MPAC St. Matthews Episcopal Church 8134 Mesa Drive 512–456–7074

The Sanctuary* Faith United Methodist Church 2701 S. Lamar Boulevard 512–567–6314

BURNET Highland Lakes Respite Center* First United Methodist Church 301 East Graves 512–793–9329

COPPERAS COVE Angel Care Regional Respite Grace United Methodist Church 101 W. Ave. F 254–547–3729

DRIPPING SPRINGS

New Adventures St. Thomas More Catholic Church 10205 RR 620 North 512–918–8580

Harmony Place Dripping Springs Presbyterian Church 26650 RR 12, DS 78620 512-–858–2194

Radiant Friends* Great Hills Baptist Church 10500 Jollyville Road 512–250–0826

GEORGETOWN

Senior Retreat Town Lake YMCA 1100 W. Cesar Chavez 512–542–9622 X223 The Gathering Westlake Hills Presbyterian Church 7127 Bee Cave Road 512–327–1116

Best Buddies Main Street Baptist Church 1001 S. Main Street 512–869–7854 Close Friends Respite Well Spring United Methodist 6200 Williams Drive 512–868–1349 PALS Place* First United Methodist Church 410 University Drive 512–863–3935 SRGSERV.COM

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Bright Horizons Emmaus Catholic Church 1718 Lohmans Crossing 512–261–8500

New Hope Respite* (First United Methodist Church in the Family Center) 400 Olive Street 512–352 – 0099

LLANO Caregiver’s Day Out* Grace Episcopal Church 1200 Oatman Street 325–423–1705

MANCHACA Pat’s Bunch Manchaca Baptist Church 1215 W. FM 1626 512–282–0875

MARBLE FALLS Kendall Respite Center* Fellowship Baptist Church 2702 Mormon Mills Road 830–613–8819 Wesley Respite Center* First United Methodist Church 1101 Bluebonnet 830–693–4401

SUN CITY Special Friends* The Worship Place 811 Sun City Boulevard 512–864–1380

TEMPLE Thursday Club* First Lutheran Church 1515 W. Adams Avenue 830–385–1380

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LAKEWAY

Tuesday’s Solace* St. Francis Episcopal 5001 Hickory Road 254–778–6157

WIMBERLEY Circle of Friends Wimberley Community Center 14068 Ranch Road 12 512–847–2510

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Home Care Services DAILY CARE ASSISTANCE

+ Skilled Medical Home Care

Listed by County and City + First Atlantic Healthcare System

BASTROP COUNTY

254–773–6020

BASTROP

+ Girling Community Care

+ Advanced Home Health Services

254–778–4210

512–308–9233

Bluebonnet Home Health Care of Texas Inc 512–303–3912

+ Encompass Health Home Health – Bastrop 512–321–3382

254–763–2342

+ Lakeway Home Health

+ Standards Home Health

254–742–1884

512–772–4166

National Nursing & Rehab Inc 254–781–8702

SMITHVILLE

+ Seton Riverbend Home Health

PSA Healthcare 254–742–2823

512–360–2002

+ Scott and White Home Care Agency

BELL COUNTY

254–724–4090

HARKER HEIGHTS

+ Standards Home Health 254–778–7000

Family Care Home Health 254–554–4049

Synergy Homecare 210–269–6975

Heights Home Health 254–953–4702

Tender Mercies 254–899–2400

Hill Country Home Health 254–554–3500

+ Texas Home Health 254–771–0361

KILLEEN

Visiting Angels 254–899–9400

Acti-Kare Responsive In-Home Care 254–768–1506 Genesis Nursing Agency LLC 254–630–1152

BELL COUNTY

+ Home Care of Metroplex Hospital

BLANCO

254–518–1380

+ Texas Healthcare Solutions Inc

+ Integrity Home Health

830–833–1501

254–628–7900

BURNET COUNTY

Outreach Health Services 254–690–1868

BURNET

+ Texmed Home Health, Inc.

+Seton Highland Lakes Home Health

254–526–8188

512–756–7511

TEMPLE

Valley View Circle of Hands, Inc 512–715–9500

Careage Homecare 254–780–9864

HORSESHOE BAY

Daybreak 254–774–8511

+ Encompass Health Home Health – Temple 254–773–7740

Interim Healthcare of Waco 254–771–4131

+ Integracare of South Central Texas

Serenity Hospice 512–321–2855

Home Instead Senior Care 254–771–0041

Care Way At Home 512–761–3377

+ Scott & White Homecare at Llano 325–247–3715

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830–693–2657

512–323–5577

830–798–2989

+ ABEQ Home Health Inc

Outreach Health Services 830–693–1963

512–250–8848

+ Abiding Home Health LLC 512–329–8622

Standards Home Health 888–671–7007

Acti-Kare Responsive In-Home Care 512–230–6610

Visiting Angels 830–637–7118

Adaptive Healthcare Services LLC 866–900–2592

+ Texas Home Health 830–798–8272

Always Best Care of Austin & The Hill Country 512–407–2606

HAYS COUNTY

Amada Senior Care 512–600–1555

AUSTIN

Angel Healthcare LP 512–453–6449

Living At Home 512–767–0055

Ashby Premium Home Care 512–458–5271

BUDA

+ Be Healthy At Home 512–295–7000

+ Progressive Home Health Agency 512–312–5222

Redbud Homecare Services LLC 512–523–8245 DRIPPING SPRINGS Home Helpers and Direct Link 58795 512–497–1856 KYLE 512–786–4198

Avidcare Home Health Services, LLC. 512–371–7171

Brushy Creek Home Health Agency Inc 512–323–6175

Bee First Primary Home Care 855–290–2394

+ Central Texas Medical Center Home Health

512–847–7080

512–300–0876

Brightstar Healthcare 512–452–9800

Axis Home Health 512–392–5166

+ Wimberley Home Health

512–326–4191

+ Avid Home Health Inc

512–533–9990

512–392–5801

Angels for Elders Inc. 512–847–7445

+ Austin Home Health

+ Bellcoa Home Health Service Inc

+ Austin Home Health

WIMBERLEY

Austin Elite Home Healthcare Solutions 512–206–3161

Balex Healthcare Services 512–762–6966

SAN MARCOS

Corridor Caregivers 512–213–2537

Assisting Hands Home Care Austin 512–999–7379

Avionn 512–331–0049

+ Your Home Health Care

Comfort Connection 512–392–4663

AUSTIN

+ A*Med Home Health

+ Hill Country Home Health

512–753–3584

TRAVIS COUNTY DAILY CARE ASSISTANCE

MARBLE FALLS

+Encompass Health Home Health – Marble Falls

+ C C Home Health Central Inc 512–419–7738

Capitol Senior Care 512–436–9727 Carepoint Partners 512–637–4949 Caring Senior Service of Central Texas 512–310–2273

+Carter Healthcare 512–394–7581

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+ Skilled Medical Home Care

TRAVIS COUNTY

Meals on Wheels Central Texas In-Home Care 512–477–3796

AUSTIN - Continued Charlies Angels Home Care Assistants LLC 512–617–1793 Comfort Keepers of North Austin 512–331–4211

512–340–0551

Hill Country Care Providers 512–402–1119

Daybreak 512–420–8808

+ Homecare Dimensions Inc

Disability Services of the Southwest Inc 512–419–1962

512–973–9540

Home Care Assistance 512–623–7800

+ Edward’s Home Health & Hospice 512–763–4690

Home Helpers Home Care 512–549–0308

Elder Care Resource, LLC. 512–565–1162

Home Instead Senior Care 512–347–9207

Elder Home Healthcare 512–371–6828

Hospitality Home Healthcare Agency LLC 512–203–3985

+ Encompass Home Health of Central Texas Everose Healthcare Inc 512–323–6099 Family Eldercare 512–467–6768 Family Tree In-Home Care 512–337–8882

+ FC Home Health Agency Inc

+ Inhome Care Inc

512–821–2224

+ Innovative Senior Care Home Health 512–372–1595

+ Integracare of South Central Texas 888–755–2584

+ Interim Healthcare of Austin 512–454–5711

+ Joy Quality Homecare Inc 512–278–0053

512–837–0447

+ K And J Sunshine Home Health Care Inc

512–251–7077

+ Kindred at Home

+ First Divine Home Healthcare First Light Home Care 512–239–2555

+ Gilead Home Health 512–323–5858

Girling Community Care Austin 512–454–3581 Griswold Home Care 512–462–1398

+ Guardian Healthcare 512–863–3842

+ Gucci Health Care Services Inc 512–567–8276

+ Halcyon Home LLC 512–815–9009

Halo Senior Care 512–212–7212

512–323–2324

+ Health Sense Home Care Inc 512–474–8885

512–773–1183

512–339–1023

+ Health At Home

+ Heavenly Care Home Health

+ Continental Healthcare Inc

Elder Homecare Inc 512–371–6828

Listed by County and City

512–990–8027

512–342–0331 Life Made Easy Home Health 512–459–5631 Lifespan Home Health 877–434–3153 Longhorns Inhome Health Service 512–296–2556 Maxim Healthcare Services Inc 512–340–0171 Merida Home Health of Austin, LLC 512–298–5338 MGA Healthcare Texas Inc 512–872–2180 New Hope Health Care Inc 512–442–7132

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Touch of Class 512–345–0631 Transcend Homecare Services, LLC 512–491–0054 Visiting Angels 512–452–8282 Visiting Angels/Living Assistance Services 512–250–2103 Well Beyond Care 844–492–2273 Westlake Caregivers LLC 512–329–0001

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Nurses Case Management, LLC 512–338–4533 Nurses Unlimited Inc 512–380–9339 Oliver Home Healthcare Agency LLC 512–482–0499 Our Family Home Care 512–522–2949 + Pinnacle Senior Care 512–374–0700 Professional Caretakers Inc 512–794–0065 + PSA Healthcare, Inc. 512–248–0400 Rescare Homecare Tangram 512–794–0995 + Rescare Rehab Without Walls Inc 888–299–3998 Resource Care Corporation 512–837–4600 Restorative Health Care 512–707–1070 Right At Home 512–465–9900 + Robinson Creek Home Health and Hospice 512–328–7606 + Rosy Home Health Care Services Inc 512–251–7555 Senior Sitters, LLC 512–250–5800 SeniorMinded Home Care 512–428–4100 SYNERGY HomeCare 512–872–6116 + Texas Acceptance Home Healthcare LLC 512–219–0233 Texas County Home Care Services LLC 512–825–3121 Texas Home Care Partners LLC 512–358–4556 + Texas Home Health 512–343–9690 + Texas Home Therapy of Austin LLC 512–637–1550 The Home Option 512–291–7096 The Hope Group 512–382–0281 + The Medical Team Inc 512–418–9555 Total Care Connect, LLC. 512–903–9814 Total Care Home Health Inc 512–367–9049

BEE CAVE Americare Bee Cave 512–887–5504 BRIARCLIFF My Savior Home Healthcare LLC 512–773–1361 LAKEWAY Com For Care 512–402–9599 MANOR

+ A–Prime Medical Home Health Inc 512–476–9600

PFLUGERVILLE

+ Adventist Home Health 512–252–2280

+ First Care Home Health Services

512–990–2425 Loving Grace Health Care Inc 512–673–9362 Parv 1st Choice Home Health Care Inc 512–669–8187 POINT VENTURE La Familia Home Health Inc 915–345–0691

WILLIAMSON COUNTY AUSTIN Always Best Care Senior Services Of Greater Northwest Austin 512–518–3979 Heavenly Caregiver Services Inc 512–340–0551 Home Helpers of North Austin 512–243–5001 CEDAR PARK

+ Abiding Home Health of Cedar Park 512–259–8444

+ Capitol Home Health

512–436–9727 Central Texas Caregivers Inc 512–917–2058

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+ Skilled Medical Home Care

Listed by County and City + Hill Country Home Health

WILLIAMSON COUNTY CEDAR PARK - Continued Heaven Sent Care Givers, LLC 512–970–8634 Preferred Care at Home 512–238–0222 Standards Home Health 888–671–7007 GEORGETOWN Caring Home Health 512–863–4748 Caring Matters Home Care 512–943–4216 + Wesleyan Home Health & Hospice 512–869–5800 + Georgetown Living Home Health & Companions 512–843–0117 Guiding Light Home Care 512–863–7233 Life Made Easy Home Health 512–864–9797 + Scott and White Home Care Agency 512–819–5025 Visiting Angels 512–259–8335

512–733–1515 Home Instead Senior Care 512–374–1414 Homeslice Caregivers 512–992–5210 New Era Home Healthcare Solutions 512–771–6193 Right At Home Austin North 512–531–9453 + Royalty Care Home Health Services Inc 512–244–4254 Senior Helpers 512–338–4357 St Raphael Home Health, Inc 512–665–3987 + Theracare Home Health 512–459–4663 + Valerian Home Health and Hospice 512–248–0016 TAYLOR

+ Scott and White Home Care 512–352–1311

HUTTO Angel Hearts Home Care 888–449–9534 Helpmate Home Care Agency, LLC 512–554–3884 JARRELL Maranatha Care Home Health LLC. 512–746–5147 ROUND ROCK

+ Accolade Home Care 512–238–6000

+ Accord Home Care Inc 512–246–1451

+ Ambe Care Home Health LLC 512–255–6565

+ Apicon Home Health Agency Inc 512–249–0899 Care At Home 512–501–4178 + Carter Healthcare 866–338–4854

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Programs. Policies. Progress. Since 1946

For more than 70 years, Paralyzed Veterans of America has worked tirelessly to ensure that veterans receive the benefits theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve earned, health care they deserve, and fought to improve the lives of veterans and all people with disabilities.

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Support Groups If you’re facing a stressful life change, you don’t have to tackle it alone. Consider a support group which provides an opportunity for people to share personal experiences, coping strategies, and firsthand information about diseases or treatments. Find additional support groups covering a range of topics on srgserv.com. CHRONIC CONDITIONS

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American Heart Association 512–338–2401 | heart.org

AGE of Central Texas 512–451–4611 | ageofcentraltx.org

Capital Area Parkinson’s Society 512–371–3373 capitalareaparkinsons.org

The Cottages at Chandler Creek 512–354–4447 | alzcottages.com

National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Texas Chapter 713–526–8967 nationalmssociety.org/chapters/txh

VETERANS Military Veteran Peer Network – Capital Area 512–527–4584

ALS Association Texas Chapter 877–714–0088 | alstexas.org

Bring Everyone In The Zone 254–681–9112 bringeveryoneinthezone.org

ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA/ MEMORY

MENTAL HEALTH

Alzheimer’s Association – Capital of Texas 512–592–0990 alz.org/texascapital Alzheimer’s Texas 512–241–0420 | txalz.org

Austin Area Mental Health Consumers 512–442–3366 | austinmhc.org Austin Mindfulness Center 512–578–8070 | austinmindfulness.org CANCER

REHAB & RECOVERY

American Cancer Society 512–919–1900 | cancer.org

Communities For Recovery 512–758–7686 | cforr.org

Texas Oncology–Austin Central 512–427–9400 | texasoncology.com

Gateway Church 512–837–2162 gatewaychurch.com

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The Live Yes! Community is an online hub for the arthritis community. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a community where large and small groups gather, to share resources and opportunities that can help everyone live their best life. Become a member today of the Live Yes! Arthritis Network and start digging into the discussion forums. Start your own discussion and get feedback and ideas. Chime in on another forum where you have a suggestion. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grow our community and make a bigger impact in the fight against arthritis.

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Helping people with

Parkinson’s since 1984.

Founded in 1984, the mission of Capital Area Parkinson’s Society is to address the needs of people with Parkinson’s disease, their care partners and the public by providing education, resources, social interaction and emotional support. Our 501(c)3 nonprofit organization offers a multitude of support groups and monthly meetings. With over 500 members from Austin and Central Texas, we hope you’ll consider joining this supportive, ever-growing group.

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Diabetes Checklist

Courtesy: NIHSeniorHealth.gov

See your health care team at least twice a year to find and treat any problems early. Ask what steps you can take to reach your goals. At each visit, be sure you have a: m blood pressure check m foot check m weight check m review of your self-care plan Two times each year, get: m an A1C test - it may be checked more often if it is over 7 Once each year, be sure you have a: m cholesterol test m triglyceride test m complete foot exam m dental exam to check teeth and gums m dilated eye exam to check for eye problems m flu shot m urine and a blood test to check for kidney problems At least once, get a: m pneumonia shot If you have Medicare, ask your health care team if Medicare will cover some of the costs for: m learning about healthy eating and diabetes self-care m special shoes, if you need them m medical supplies m diabetes medicines

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Become a Meals on Wheels Central Texas Volunteer! Meals on Wheels Central Texas provides free, life-sustaining services to homebound older adults in Central Texas. We have flexible volunteer opportunities across the Austin-Round Rock area. Those opportunities include: • Lunchtime meal deliveries • Assisting clients with grocery shopping • Assisting with our free respite care program for people with Alzheimer’s or dementia • Transporting clients’ pets to vet visits

Visit us at www.mealsonwheelscentraltexas.org or call us at 512-476-6325 for more information about becoming a volunteer or to learn more about our services.

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Americans are living longer and leading healthier lives than just 20 years ago. Good news, but a reminder that today’s lifestyle will affect quality of life in later years. Research shows that changes in body and brain can begin years before symptoms of disease appear—up to two decades, in the case of Alzheimer’s disease. Top Five Tips for Healthy Aging: 1. Eat Right – High fiber, low-fat foods rich in anti-oxidants combat diseases like diabetes, heart disease, arthritis and cognitive decline. Processed foods high in carbohydrates and bad fats cause inflammation, joint pain and tissue damage.

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5 Tips for Aging Well

2. Exercise Every Day – Include cardiovascular and strength training; best activities work mind and body together – like dancing. 3. Increase Brain Gain – Build cognitive reserve by learning something new or doing something that’s a mental stretch each day. 4. Be a Social Butterfly – Social interaction has real benefits for physical, emotional and cognitive health. 5. Maintain Purpose – Setting goals and engaging in meaningful activities are what gets us up in the morning.

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Medical Equipment Assistance Project MEND

Provides durable medical equipment such as wheelchairs, crutches, hospital beds, and bedside commodes. Eligible individuals may then borrow this equipment for as long as necessary at no charge. Low–income eligibility.

888–903–6363 projectmend.org

Durable Medical Equipment Lending Closets: Various medical and mobility items, including wheelchairs, walkers, canes, shower chairs, and toilet chairs. Some organizations also accept donations of these items. AGE of Central Texas 512–451–4611 ageofcentraltx.org

Human Potential Center 512–441–8988 humanpotentialcenter.org Kerring Group 512–451–8853 kgaustin.com Lago Vista Volunteers Inc. 512–267–1567 Muscular Dystrophy Association 512–691–0065 mda.org Project MEND 888–903–6363 Service League of Greater Lakeway 512–261–3514

Ascension Lutheran Church 512–345–4030 ascensionaustin.org

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Did you know that if you qualify Medicare may cover the cost of nebulized breathing medications? Don’t let your respiratory condition limit you. • Med4Home is a pharmacy with national service of respiratory focused pharmaceuticals • Our pharmacy carries a variety of commercially available nebulizer medications • We offer a wide selection of home and portable nebulizer compressors • Our customers receive personal service and industry expertise for the day-to-day medication they need to stay healthy For more information and to see if you qualify call:

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Did you know that people aged 80-84 take an average of 18 different types of medication per year? Here are 4 reasons why you should trust a licensed assisted living community to manage and dispense medications to an elderly person.

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1. Eliminate Unnecessary Medications: A nurse can review your medications with your physician and provide feedback on your reaction to medications. This could lead to a reduction in the number of medications prescribed to seniors in a licensed assisted living community. 2. Peace of Mind for Families: It is no longer the duty of faithful family members to pick up prescriptions at the drug store or call to remind their loved one to take medications. They can enjoy life knowing that trained professionals are caring for their family member. 3. Fewer Errors and Mistakes: Keeping track of a multitude of prescriptions can be a hassle. Especially when it comes time to reorder them! A trained medication aide will be there to make sure that the right medication is taken at the right time. 4. Peace of Mind for Doctors: By having a trained professional keep track of seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s medications, your doctor can be confident that their orders are being followed.

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Medication & Medical Services COMMUNITY PROGRAMS THAT ASSIST WITH MEDICATIONS

MEDICATION DELIVERY SERVICE

Community Medicaid/ STAR+PLUS 800–964–2777

Eligible seniors can receive visits in their homes to have their medications reviewed and also receive a fire/ waterproof locked box in which to store their medications information.

Planned Parenthood

Discounted/free mammograms.

800–213–8417

800–230–7526 plannedparenthood.org

LoneStar Delivery & Process

Prescription Assistance Program Coordinator 512–392–1161 ext. 301 cbelver@communityaction.com FLU SHOTS

Austin Public Health 512–972–5520 BenefitsCheckUp

Access public and private programs for prescription drug savings.

800–677–1116 benefitscheckup.org

Manufacturer sponsored prescription drug assistance programs.

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PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANIES WITH PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS

Above MS

Offers tips, tools & inspiration for people living with MS.

800–456–2255

Medical Assistance Program 512–978–8130

888–435–3377

24-hour on-demand courier services.

Abbott Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 224–667–6100 abbott.com

MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

Pharmacy Connections

Area Agency on Aging

Alcon Care 800–862–5266 alcon.com Allergan Prescription Pharmaceuticals 800–433–8871

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National Organization for Rare Disorders 203–744–0100 rarediseases.org

Axcan ASSIST Program 866–292–2679

Patient Assistance for Bausch Health Products 866–268–7325

Baxter Healthcare 800–548–4448

TREATMENT & PREVENTION

Amgen Safety Net Foundation Safety Net Program 800–772–6436 amgensafetynetfoundation.com

Pfizer RxPathways 844–989–7284

Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals 888–842–2937

Sanofi Patient Connection 888–847–4877

Biogen Medical Information 866–633–4636 Boehringer Ingelheim Cares Foundation 800–556–8317 Bristol-Myers Squibb Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. 800–736–0003 bmspaf.org Daiichi Sankyo 866–268–7327

WEBSITES FOR MEDICATION INFORMATION OR SERVICES

iPing

A wakeup & medications reminder service.

iping.com Janssen

Remicade Assist

janssen.com

Dermik Laboratories 866–268–7326

NeedyMeds needymeds.org

Eisai Inc.

Partnership for Prescription Assistance 888–477–2669 pparx.org

Patient assistance programs for Aciphex, Aricept, Banzel, BELVIQ, Fycompa, Halaven and Panretin.

201–692–1100

Forest Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 800–851–0758

BenefitsCheckUp

Pharmaceutical medication information.

benefitscheckup.org

Galderma Laboratories 866–730–5074

RxAssist rxassist.org

Genentech Access to Care Foundation 800–530–3083

RxHope rxhope.com

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TREATMENT & PREVENTION: Hearing

Hearing & Deaf Services Hearing Aid Information – Texas Health and Human Services 512–407–3250

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International Hearing Society 734–522–7200

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Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services 512–407–3250 TTY 512–407–3251 Texas Workforce Commission – Vocational Rehabilitation Services 800–628–5115 | twc.texas.gov The University of Texas Speech and Hearing Center 512–471–3841 csd.utexas.edu/center Travis County Services for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing 512–410–1598 traviscountytx.gov/health-humanservices/deaf-services

Hearing Loss Association of America 301–657–2248 hearingloss.org NewSound Hearing Centers – Austin North 512–851–1519 NewSound Hearing Centers – Austin South 737–250–0505 SPECIALIZED TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Texas Hearing and Service Dogs 512–891–9090

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Vision Services AUDIO BOOKS

Learning Ally World’s largest producer of audio books and literature. learningally.org National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped 202–707–5100 loc.gov/nls/ Texas State Library Talking Book Program 800–252–9605 tsl.texas.gov/tbp

American Council of the Blind 800–424–8666 | acb.org American Foundation for the Blind Center on Vision Loss 800–232–5463 | afb.org

Glaucoma Research Foundation 800–826–6693 | glaucoma.org

EyeCare America 877–887–6327 eyecareamerica.org

National Council of State Agencies for the Blind, Inc. 651–539–2272 | ncsab.org

Mission Cataract USA 555–797–1629 missioncataractUSA.org National Eye Care Project Ophthalmologists referrals (65+). 800–222–3937 THHS - Blind and Visually Impaired Services Resource for visually impaired. 877–438–5658 hhs.texas.gov/services/disability LOW VISION PRODUCTS

American Association of the DeafBlind 301–495–4403 | aadb.org

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The Glaucoma Foundation 212–285–0080 glaucomafoundation.org VisionAware visionaware.org VisionServe Alliance 314–961–8235 visionservealliance.org MOBILE EYE CLINICS

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Dental Services Oral Health Program Department of State Health Services 512–776–2008 Ben White Dental dshs.texas.gov/dental/ 512–978–9700 Body of Christ Community Clinic RBJ Dental 512–978–9895 254–939–9500 bodyofchristclinic.org South Austin Health Center Capital Area Dental Foundation 512–978–9865 communitycaretx.org/locations/ 512–992–1217 south-austin.html capitalareadentalfoundation.org Temple Community Clinic CommuniCare Health Centers – 254–771–3374 Kyle Campus templecommunityclinic.org 512–268–8900 communicaresa.org/locations/ Texas Dental Association kyle-campus/ Smiles Foundation 512–448–2441 | tdasmiles.org CommuniCare Health Centers – San Marcos Campus The Good Samaritan Center 512–268–8900 830–990–8651 communicaresa.org/locations/san- goodsamfbg.org marcos-tx-campus/ PAYMENT FINANCING CommUnityCare Health Centers Nunnally, Freeman, & Owens 512–978–9015 830–693–3646 communitycaretx.org healthysmilesforlife.com Lone Star Circle of Care Ritchie Dental Group Georgetown Dental Center 830–637–2607 877–800–5722 ritchiedentalgroup.com lonestarcares.org FREE, LOW FLAT FEE OR SLIDING SCALE

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House Call Physicians Be Well MD 512–553–1921 stayhealthystayhome.com

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Many current studies are looking into turmeric to treat a whole host of health problems. Turmeric has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, anticancer, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antiparasitic and neuroprotective properties. Help reduce anxiety and cozy up with a delicious cup of Golden Milk. Ingredients

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When exploring a potential therapist or psychiatrist, inquiring about their approach to treatment can be helpful in determining if they are a good fit. For some, a medication-based treatment through a psychiatrist or other qualified medical professional might be best, whereas a combination of medication and therapy or just therapy on its own might be more appropriate for others. If seeking traditional talk therapy, also known as psychotherapy, or counseling, there are a number of possibilities, including clinical or counseling psychologists, social workers, counselors, or family therapists. The terms therapist and counselor are often used interchangeably and sometimes highlight the level of education or credentialing.

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Psychotherapy might not work for everyone and alternative methods including animal-assisted psychotherapy or somatic therapy might be healing options to consider. Another alternative is e-therapy via video conferencing or through services on an app—such as Talkspace which essentially puts a licensed therapist in your pocket. Psychotherapy versus Psychological Counseling Counseling is often more short-term than therapy and focuses on specific issues—it’s designed to help a person address a particular problem, such as stress management. The focus may be on problem solving or on learning specific techniques for coping. Psychotherapy is more long-term and focuses on a broader range of issues. Be sure to: • Inquire as to the experience level in treating individuals with similar problems • Make sure they are licensed to practice in your state

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Medical Centers & Clinics Medical Access Program (MAP) MAP provides health care coverage for Travis County residents with low income, who are not eligible for or enrolled in Medicaid or Medicare and do not have private insurance. Covers primary care, prescriptions, specialty care, and hospital care. centralhealth.net/map AUSTIN LOCATIONS

Central East Austin Eligibility Office 512–978–8130 Northeast Austin Eligibility Office 512–978–8130

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South Austin Eligibility Office 512–978–8130 Southeast Health and Wellness Center 512–978–8130 RURAL LOCATIONS

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Many families are not aware that they have choices regarding where to complete rehabilitation and that it can take place in a variety of settings, including in the home. The most important factor in determining where to complete rehabilitation is to find a setting that will reduce the risk of hospital readmission while helping your loved one regain their strength and confidence as quickly as possible. Things to Consider When Selecting a Rehabilitation Center Determine whether the rehab center can provide short- or long-term rehabilitation as needed. Some only provide short-term.

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Choosing the Right Location for Rehabilitation after Hospitalization

Try to visit several to be able to compare and contrast. Ask to see patient rooms and common living spaces to evaluate the levels of cleanliness, comfort and privacy that residents have. Ask if both private and shared rooms are available. Check out the dining options and menus. Visit the community areas to find out about social events and activities designed to keep residents engaged and entertained. Ask for information about your loved one’s specific rehab program. Ask if the person who is administering the rehab program is an employee or outsourced and if possible, try to meet them. Ask about the availability of specialized staff, with regard to you or your loved one’s specific needs. Inquire about a personalized care plan and get actual details about it in advance. Ask to see their most recent “Satisfaction Survey” results and statistics on benchmarked outcomes. SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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2 garlic cloves

13 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock

½ teaspoon salt

1 ¾ cups broccoli florets (about 8 ounces)

¾ cup half-and-half

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper 4 ounces shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese

1 ½ cups diced yellow onion 3 medium carrots

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fresh parsley

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DURING HOSPITAL DISCHARGE

By asking the right questions and taking an active role in your care, you can bridge the gap that patients typically experience when transferring from one care setting to another—which is one of the top causes for hospital readmission. • What care or therapies are needed after discharge? i.e. Home Health, Outpatient Therapy, Rehab/Skilled Nursing etc. • Will my loved one be safe at home upon discharge or will someone need to be with them 24 hours a day? Keep in mind dressing, bathing, cooking and housework. • Can you show me how to do tasks that require special skills? i.e. changing a bandage, giving a shot, wheelchair transfers etc. If we need help with these tasks who do we contact?

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• What is the average length of recovery time? • Which doctor appointments are needed after discharge and when should they be scheduled? • What problems, symptoms and side effects should we watch for? • May we have the latest list of prescribed medications? What does each medicine do and why is it needed? • What are the medication dosages, conflicts and side effects? Who should we contact with questions about the medications? • What medical equipment is needed? i.e. walker, oxygen etc. Who will arrange for this? • Are there any activity restrictions and for how long? • Are there any dietary restrictions? • What are our options for when/where my loved one is being discharged? Appeal a Hospital Discharge Decision Sometimes the hospital makes a discharge plan that you do not want, agree with, or feel is safe. You have the right to appeal (ask for another review) this decision. By law, the hospital must let you know how to appeal and explain what will happen. SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Description Single family homes or townhomes for self-sufficient seniors that offer the security and social activities of a community living environment. Services

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Communities, typically of 2-3 story apartments, that provide 24 hr assistance with activities of daily living such as eating, bathing, and using the bathroom, but not 24 hr medical services.

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Assisted Living Facilities Personal Care Homes Eldercare facilities Domiciliary Care Board and Care Residential Care Facilities Community-Based Retirement Facilities Adult Living Facilities Adult Foster Care Sheltered housing Community Residences Group Homes Adult Family Homes

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Skilled Nursing (Nursing Homes)

Continuing Care Retirement Communities

Communities, typically apartments, which provides 24 hr assistance with activities of daily living and medical care by nurses and therapists.

Campus-like communities that provides a continuum of care, from private residences to assisted living and skilled nursing care; designed for individuals with declining conditions and those that want to remain in a single location.

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What to Consider When Searching for Your New Apartment Starting off with a plan will help you use your time wisely and help with narrowing down your decision. It will also help in knowing when you have found the right place to call home and will leave you with a good feeling. Make a list of mustâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;haves in your new home. Amenities, parking, length of lease, timing, appliances Visit multiple communities. Having a few options to choose from will help you decide what is most important to you in your new home. What utilities are you responsible for? Some communities include utilities which helps in reducing monthly costs. Attend events prior to leasing. Attending events prior to moving into a community will help you familiarize yourself with the community and help in making your decision to live there. Is the community pet friendly? If you have a pet, always check to make sure the community is pet friendly and ask if they have any pet restrictions. Is the location ideal for commuting? If you have to travel, check out the community entrance/exit and nearby highways to ensure easy access points. Up-front cost to move in? Ensure you are aware of all move-in costs like security deposit, pet deposit and administration fees to better plan for your move. Sponsored by: See ad on page 1

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Independent & Retirement AUSTIN Affinity at Wells Branch 14508 Owen-Tech Boulevard 78728 844–695–4428 Affinity at Southpark Meadows 9500 Alice Mae Lane 78748 844–527–4366 Atria at the Arboretum 9306 Great Hills Trail 78759 512–549–4218 Brookdale Gaines Ranch 4409 Gaines Ranch Loop 78735 512–360–8338 Brookdale Westlake Hills 1034 Liberty Park Drive 78746 512–253–2887 Buckner Villas 11110 Tom Adams Drive 78753 512–836–1515 Cobblestone Court 2101 Davis Lane 78745 512–292–1652 Conservatory at North Austin 14320 Tandem Road 78728 512–643–3940 Eberhart Place 808 Eberhart Lane 78745 512–447–5551 Ledgestone Senior Living 13150 Four Star Boulevard 78737 512–767–1730 Longhorn Village 12501 Longhorn Parkway 78732 561–266–5600 Lyons Gardens 2720 Lyons Road 78702 512–236–1781 Maravilla at The Domain 11001 Austin Lane 78758 512–598–4100 Overture Mueller 4818 Berkman Drive 78723 512–942–0763 Parsons House Austin 1130 Camino La Costa 78752 512–454–0524

Primrose of Shadow Creek 1026 Clayton Lane 78723 512–419–1525 Querencia at Barton Creek 2500 Barton Creek Boulevard 78735 512–610–9400 Renaissance Austin 11279 Taylor Draper Lane 78759 512–969–6232 Solstice Senior Living 2603 Jones Road 78745 512–593–7810 The Clairmont Retirement Community 12463 Los Indios Trail 78729 512–948–3519 The Continental Retirement Community 4604 South Lamar Boulevard 78745 512–436–0887 The Village at Collinwood 1001 Collinwood West Drive 78753 512–836–8810 The Village at the Triangle 4517 Triangle Avenue 78751 512–323–0933 Village on the Park Onion Creek 11300 Farrah Lane 78748 512–280–5500 Westminster Manor 4100 Jackson Avenue 78731 512–454–4711

BUDA The Huntington 1255 Firecracker Drive 78610 512–295–4071

CEDAR PARK Highland Estates 1500 North Lakeline Boulevard 78613 512–969–6112 Lakeline Oaks Retirement Resort 1905 South Lakeline Boulevard 78613 512–331–4100 Maple Ridge Gracious Retirement Living 1531 Juliette Way 78613 512–428–8502

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Solea Cedar Park 1520 Juliette Way 78613 512–806–7306

MARBLE FALLS Marble Falls 800 Claremont Parkway 78654 830–693–6446

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The Enclave at Cedar Park Senior Living 3405 El Salido Parkway 78613 512–212–1325

Heritage Lakes Living 4515 Kelly Lane 78660 512–599–1833

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ROUND ROCK

Merritt Hill Country 28725 RR 12 78620 512–262–9622

Affinity at Round Rock 30 Cypress Boulevard 78665 512–399–0457

GEORGETOWN

Court at Round Rock 2700 Sunrise Road 78665 512–640–5053

Del Webb Association 2 Texas Drive, Bldg A 78633 512–948–7720

Emerald Cottages of Round Rock 4099 Teravista Club Drive 78665 737–973–0906

Heritage Oaks Georgetown 4611 Verde Vista 78633 512–868–1682

Parkwood Meadows 310 Chisholm Trail 78681 512–969–6154

Mariposa at River Bend 121 River Bend Drive 78628 512–930–4242 The Delaney at Georgetown Village 359 Village Commons Boulevard 78633 512–819–9500 The Oaks Gracious Retirement Living 3720 Williams Drive 78628 512–360–0077

Provident Crossings Retirement Resort 1950 South A.W. Grimes Boulevard 78664 512–982–4676 The Enclave at Round Rock Senior Living 2350 Oakmont Drive 78665 512–212–4042

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The Wesleyan at Estrella Independent Living 139 Estrella Crossing 78628 512–863–2528

LaVista Independent Living Community 1615 Redwood Road 78666 512–396–2333

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Mariposa at Hunter Road 2600 Hunter Road 78666 512–392–9588

Belmont Village of Lakeway 107 Bella Montagna Circle 78734 512-402-1800 Lake Travis Independent Living 302 Medical Parkway 78738 512–262–9758 Tuscan Village 111 Medici Avenue 78738 512–327–1200

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Ranch at Cedar Park Senior Apartments 1301 West Whitestone Boulvard 78613 512–996–0700

Stone Brook Senior Community 300 South Stagecoach Trail 78666 512–392–9330 Sunrise Village 500 Parker Drive 78666 512–754–7230 The Wellington 600 Leah Avenue 78666 512–754–6006

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10. What off campus excursions are provided and how often? 11. Are happy hour activities provided? 12. Is Wi-Fi available and if so, where on the campus? 13. Are there safety locks on the doors and windows? 14. Is there an emergency generator or alternate power source? 15. Are transportation services provided or a parking lot for the residentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vehicle? 16. What is the pet policy? 17. Is rehab offered on campus? 18. Can special dietary needs be accommodated? 19. What is the meal program? 20. Does the residence offer worship services?

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Signs It Might Be Time for Assisted Living The decision to help an aging loved one move out of their home is a complex one. Here are a few key signs to note when assessing the situation. Bigger Picture • Recent accidents such as a fall or a medical scare • Chronic health issues • Difficulty in managing activities such as: cooking, bathing and dressing Physical Changes • Noticeable changes in appearance such as weight loss or gain • Unkempt appearance or body odor Social Interaction • A cutback on activities both in and out of the house • Days spent without leaving the house Financial • Unopened bills • Newly purchased items still in boxes Around-the-house • Cluttered rooms • Filthy bathroom and kitchen • Signs of much-needed home repairs • House plants dying or dead • Stacked dirty dishes • Expired or lack of food in the pantry and refrigerator • Broken appliances

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here are about 22,000 senior housing properties in the U.S. so figuring out which one to choose can feel a bit daunting. Asking yourself the following questions will help you narrow your range of choices so you can find the best fit for your lifestyle and budget: How much can I afford and what level of services do I need? You may think senior living is expensive. But a lot of people are surprised at how favorably costs compare to home ownership. First, figure out how much it costs to stay in your own home. Even if you’ve paid off your mortgage, you still have homeowner’s expenses such as ongoing home maintenance issues, as well as expenses for utilities, taxes, groceries, dining out, entertainment, etc. Next, take all your financial resources into account. In addition to income and your assets, this includes, retirement investments or other pension benefits. Once you collect this information, you can establish a budget and your amenities wish list. Once you do, you’ll be much closer to finding the senior living lifestyle that’s best for you. Sponsored by: See ad on Inside Back Cover

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AUSTIN An Angels Place 313 Sunland Drive 78748 512–750–2222 Anderson Mill Assisted Living 11009 El Salido Pkwy 78750 512–250–1853 Austin North Assisted Living 11206 Powder Mill Trail 78750 512–465–2157 Austin Senior Care 1414 Cardinal Hill Drive 78758 512–853–9503 Barton Hills Assisted Living 1606 Nash Avenue 78704 512–441–6000 Belmont Village West Lake Hills 4310 Bee Cave Road 78660 512–347–1700 Brodie Ranch Nursing & Rehab Center 2101 Frate Barker Road 78748 512–444–5627 Brookdale Beckett Meadows 7709 Beckett Rd 78749 512–891–9544 Brookdale Gaines Ranch 4409 Gaines Ranch Loop 78735 512–792–4233 Brookdale North 5310 Duval Road 78727 512–774–3985 Brookdale Northwest Hills 5715 Mesa Drive 78731 512–253–1489 Brookdale Parmer Lane 12429 Scofield Farms Drive 78758 512–253–7170 Brookdale Spicewood Springs 4401 Spicewood Springs Road 78759 512–387–7586 Brookdale Westlake Hills 1034 Liberty Park Drive 78746 512–253–2887 Buckner Villas 11110 Tom Adams Drive 78753 512–836–1515 Élan Southpark Meadows 9320 Alice Mae Lane 78748 512–222–3224

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Elmcroft of Austin 7017 Manchaca Road 78745 512–910–4754 Harper House PC Facility 2201 Greenwood Avenue 78723 512–708–8489 Home of Southern Hospitality 5000 Shoalwood Avenue 78756 512–451–8400 Horizon Bay Round Rock 8005 Cornerwood Drive 78717 512–253–7749 Horton’s Helping Hands 603 Thelma Drive 78745 512–804–0462 Ledgestone Senior Living 13150 Four Star Boulevard 78737 512–767–1800 Legacy Oaks South Austin 7501 W Hwy 290 78736 512–387–9361 Live Oak Estates 10212 English Oak Drive 78748 512–551–9331 Longhorn Village 12501 Longhorn Parkway 78732 512–266–5600 Onion Creek Plantation 7302 Lake Charles Drive 78744 512–280–5742 Parsons House Austin 1130 Camino La Costa 78752 512–454–0524 Pavilion at Great Hills 11819 Pavilion Boulevard 78759 512–634–8051 Querencia Barton Creek 2500 Barton Creek Boulevard 78735 512–610–9400 Renaissance – Austin 11279 Taylor Draper Lane 78759 512–969–6232 Ridge Oak Living Community 6404 Ridge Oak Road 78749 512–892–1711 Riverside Nursing & Rehab Center 6801 E Riverside Drive 78741 512–247–9000

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Senior Care of West Oaks 3200 W Slaughter Lane 78748 512–282–0141

CEDAR PARK

Shady Hollow Assisted Living 11315 Mendora Drive 78748 512–280–8861

Shenandoah Villa 1623 Shenandoah Drive 78613 512–257–7526

Silverleaf Eldercare at Wildridge 9004 Wildridge Drive 78759 512–829–7252 South Austin Assisted Living, Inc. 4601 Chesney Ridge Drive 78749 512–436–8004 Tech Ridge Oaks Assisted Living & Memory Care 400 E Yager Lane 78753 512–339–9700 The Arbour Westminster 4100 Jackson Avenue 78731 512–454–4711

The Heritage at Hunters Chase 12151 Hunters Chase Drive 78729 512–336–4100 The Village at The Triangle 4517 Triangle Avenue 78751 512–323–0933

Argent Court 508 Old Austin Highway 78602 512–321–9500

BURNET Country Oaks at Hamilton Creek 407 West Jackson Street 78611 512–756–4724 Pafford Place 615 County Road 340A 78611 512–756–7854

DRIPPING SPRINGS

Lavender Springs 13701 Trautwein Road 78737 512–698–7285

ELGIN Silver Creek Assisted Living 826 Lexington 78621 512–215–3624

Assisted Living at Tallwood 101 Tallwood Drive 78628 512–948–7600

BASTROP

Grace House 11825 Bee Cave Road 78738 512–402–0968

The Isle at Cedar Ridge 2200 S Lakeline Boulevard 78613 512–592–3090

GEORGETOWN

Village on the Park Onion Creek 11300 Farrah Lane 78748 512–280–5500

BEE CAVE

The Enclave at Cedar Park Senior Living 3405 El Salido Parkway 78613 512–354–8357

Grace & Pax House 1459 Highway 290 W 78620 512–829–5342

The Collinfield House 9205 Collinfield Drive 78758 512–619–4366

New Haven of Bastrop 2604 Highway 71 West 78602 512–746–1741

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Pointe at Cedar Park 450 Discovery Boulevard 78613 512–379–2378

Brookdale Georgetown 2600 East University Avenue 78626 512–253–7980 Hamlets at The Delaney 359 Village Commons Boulevard 78633 512–746–7397 Hill Country Assisted Living 3106 Indian Mound Road 78628 512–930–1039 Legacy at Georgetown 4907 Williams Drive 78633 512–686–1694 Park Place Assisted Living 101 FM 971 78626 512–868–6275 Sedro Trail Assisted Living & Memory Care 292 Sedro Trail 78633 512–943–4837 The Wesleyan at Estrella Assisted Living & Memory Care 109 Estrella Crossing 78628 512–943–9804 Continues

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GEORGETOWN – Continued Tiffin House 84 Woodcrest Road 78633 512–869–7788

LLANO Walden Court Assisted Living 701 East Young Street 78643 325–247–5470

HORSESHOE BAY CelesteCare of Horseshoe Bay 26409 East Highway 71 78657 830–596–1711

LOCKHART Assisted Residential Retirement of Texas 1017 Bois D’Arc Street 78644 512–960–2325

KINGSLAND Windchime at the Village 216 Covenant Lane 78639 325–388–3502

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KYLE New Haven Assisted Living & Memory Care 107 Creekside Trail 78640 512–501–2868 Orchard Park of Kyle 4701 Ratcliffe Drive 78640 512–920–6400

LAKEWAY Belmont Village of Lakeway 107 Bella Montagna Circle 78734 512–402–1800 Brookdale Lakeway Healthcare Center 1915 Lohmans Crossing Road 78734 512–253–2113 Brookdale Lohmans Crossing 1604 Lohmans Crossing 78734 512–774–3983 Legacy Oaks of Lakeway 300 Medical Parkway 78738 512–271–9174

LEANDER Our House of Central Texas 1905 West Drive 78641 512–259–4886 Precious Assisted Living Care 2200 S Bagdad Road 78641 512–528–5111 Riva Ridge Assisted Living 801 Riva Ridge Drive 78641 512–259–1330

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The Legacy at Crystal Falls 1841 Crystal Falls Parkway 78641 512–487–7049

Mabee Village at Marbridge 2310 Bliss Spillar Road 78652 512–282–3163 Marbridge Villa 2310 Bliss Spillar Road 78652 512–282–1144

MARBLE FALLS Arbor House of Marble Falls 1801 King Road 78654 830–613–3260 Marble Falls Assisted Living 800 Claremont 78654 830–693–6446 Gateway Gardens 605 Gateway Central 78654 830–693–1903

MAXWELL ResCare Premier Roca Vista 320 Mill Road 78656 512–357–6022 ResCare Premier Sierra Verde 2385 FM 1984 78656 512–357–6033

PFLUGERVILLE Clare Creek Senior Living 2209 Terrandyne Drive 78660 512–852–1254 Graceland Senior Living 17228 Sandwick Drive 78660 512–736–6206

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The Cottages at Chandler Creek 2351 North A.W. Grimes Boulevard 78665 512–218–9757

Knights Assisted Living 20816 Windmill Ridge Street 78660 512–721–5865

The Enclave at Round Rock Senior Living 2350 Oakmont Drive 78665 512–354–8353

Mallard Home Care 19705 Mallard Pond Trail 78660 512–202–3320

University Village 4701 Campus Village Drive 78665 512–248–2222

Pfamily Tree Assisted Living 15309 Delaunty 78660 512–721–5352

Wyoming Springs Assisted Living & Memory Care 7230 Wyoming Springs Drive 78681 512–765–7733

Serenity Senior Living 900 Ramble Creek Drive 78660 512–989–5816

SAN MARCOS Brookdale San Marcos South 1401 Wonder World Drive 78666 512–253–7334

ROUND ROCK Brookdale Round Rock 8005 Cornerwood Drive 78717 512–253–7749 Double Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care 2300 Louis Henna Boulevard 78664 512–839–2823 Fairway Vista I 1017 Hidden View Place 78665 512–220–7316 Fairway Vista II 1019 Hidden View Place 78665 512–220–7316 Franklin Park Round Rock 4155 Teravista Club Drive 78665 512–388–6076 Court at Round Rock 2700 Sunrise Road 78665 512–640–5053

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Heatherwilde Assisted Living 401 Heatherwilde Boulevard 78660 512–251–1640

Brookdale San Marcos North 1720 Old Ranch Road 12 78666 512–253–7640 ResCare Premier 220 West Hutchison 78666 800–282–7246

TAYLOR SPJST Senior Living 505 East Lake Drive 76574 512–352–6940

WEST LAKE HILLS Belmont Village Senior Living 4310 Bee Cave Road 78746 512–347–1700

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Tips for Effective Alzheimer’s Communication Alzheimer’s disease presents many challenges, and communication is a big one. Despite the challenges, you can communicate effectively with a loved one who has Alzheimer’s. Consider these tips provided by the Mayo Clinic staff: • Speak clearly. Introduce yourself. Speak in a clear, straightforward manner. • Show respect. Avoid secondary baby talk and diminutive phrases, such as “good girl.” Don’t assume that your loved one can’t understand you, and don’t talk about your loved one as if he or she weren’t there. • Stay present. Maintain eye contact, and stay near your loved one so that he or she will know that you’re listening and trying to understand. • Avoid distractions. Communication may be difficult—if not impossible— against a background of competing sights and sounds. • Keep it simple. Use short sentences and plain words. As the disease progresses, yes-no questions may work best, and only one question at a time is best. Break down requests into single steps. • Don’t interrupt. It may take longer than you expect for your loved one to process and respond. Avoid criticizing, hurrying and correcting. • Use visual cues. Sometimes gestures or other visual cues promote better understanding than words alone. Rather than simply asking if your loved one needs to use the toilet, for example, take him or her to the toilet and point to it. • Don’t argue. Your loved one’s reasoning and judgment will decline over time. To spare anger and agitation, don’t argue with your loved one. • Stay calm. Even when you’re frustrated, keep your voice gentle. Your nonverbal cues, including the tone of your voice, can send a clearer message than what you actually say. Online Resources: Alzheimer’s Association – alz.org Alzheimer’s Foundation of America – alzfdn.org BrightFocus Foundation – brightfocus.org Caregiver ACTION Network – caregiveraction.org National Institute on Aging – nia.nih.gov WebMD – webmd.com

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This creamy dressing is great drizzled over your favorite salad, grain bowl or cooked veggies. Bonus: Turmeric offers improved brain function and anti-depressant benefits. Ingredients 3 (2-inch) pieces fresh turmeric, peeled and roughly chopped, or 2 teaspoons ground dried turmeric

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped

1 tablespoon honey

1 garlic clove, roughly chopped

3 tablespoons natural almond butter 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

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The Heritage at Hunters Chase 12151 Hunters Chase Drive 78729 512–336–4100

AUSTIN Arden Courts of Austin 11630 Four Iron Drive 78750 512–918–2800

BEE CAVE

Autumn Leaves of South Austin 5200 Davis Lane 78749 512–817–2561

Silverado Bee Cave 14058 A. Bee Cave Parkway 78738 512–900–4219

Belmont Village West Lake Hills 4310 Bee Cave Road 78660 512-347-1700

BUDA Sodalis at Buda 645 FM 967 78610 512–295–5600

Brookdale North Austin 5310 Duval Road 78727 512–253–7312 Colonial Gardens of Austin 3700 Adelphi Lane 78727 512–833–0114

CEDAR PARK Avalon Memory Care 2215 South Lakeline Boulevard 78613 888–689–5746

Colonial Gardens of Austin 3706 Adelphi Lane 78727 512–650–0504

Cedar Ridge Alzheimers Special Care Center 2100 South Lakeline Boulevard 78613 512–298–6762

Élan Southpark Meadows 9320 Alice Mae Lane 78748 512–222–3224

Harmony Point Memory Care 1201 Arrow Point Drive 78613 512–213–6070

Hunters Lane Memory Care 11300 Hunters Lane 78753 512–900–3306

Poet’s Walk Cedar Park 1503 Medical Parkway 78613 512–969–2141

Legacy Oaks South Austin 7501 W Hwy 290 78736 512–387–9361

Silverado Cedar Park 800 C-bar Ranch Trail 78613 512–687–9204

Pavilion at Great Hills 11819 Pavilion Blvd 78759 512–634–8051

Sundance at Brushy Creek 3000 Glacier Pass Lane 78613 512–514–0671

Pecan Ridge Memory Care 10025 Anderson Mill Road 78750 512–487–7898

The Enclave at Cedar Park Senior Living 3405 El Salido Parkway 78613 512–354–8357

Silverado Onion Creek 11330 Farrah Lane 78748 512–961–5113

DRIPPING SPRINGS

Sodalis Memory Care – Southwest Austin 11013 Signal Hill Drive 78737 866–812–7713

Sodalis Dripping Springs 11013 Signal Hill Drive 512–637–5400

Stonebridge Health Center 11127 Circle Drive 78736 512–288–8844

GEORGETOWN

Tech Ridge Oaks Assisted Living & Memory Care 400 E Yager Lane 78753 512–339–9700

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Autumn Leaves of Georgetown 3600 Williams Drive 78628 512–688–0159

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Georgetown Living 2700 Shell Road 78628 512–863–9888

LEANDER

Legacy at Georgetown 4907 Williams Drive 78633 512–686–1694 Sedro Trail Assisted Living and Memory Care 292 Sedro Trail 78633 512–943–4837 The Wesleyan at Estrella Assisted Living & Memory Care 109 Estrella Crossing 78628 512–943–9804 The Wesleyan at Scenic 2001 Scenic Drive 78626 512–863–9511

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The Legacy at Crystal Falls 1841 Crystal Falls Parkway 78641 512–487–7049 Riva Ridge Memory Care Center 801 Riva Ridge Drive 78641 512–259–1330

ROUND ROCK Double Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care 2300 Louis Henna Boulevard 78664 512–839–2823 Poet’s Walk Round Rock 4050 Sunrise Road 78665 512–772–1333

Tiffin House LLC 90 Woodcrest Road 78633 512–864–2888

Sundara Senior Living 1000 Rusk Road 78665 512–400–0488

Tiffin House LLC II 84 Woodcrest Road 78633 512–864–2888

The Cottages at Chandler Creek 2401 North A.W. Grimes Boulevard 78665 512–879–1430 University Village Memory Care 4701 Campus Village Drive 78665 512–248–2222

KYLE New Haven of Kyle 107 Creekside Trail 78640 512–667–0077

SAN MARCOS

LAKEWAY Belmont Village Lakeway 107 Bella Montagna Circle 78734 512–402–1800

Sodalis Memory Care – San Marcos 1001 Crepe Myrtle Street 78666 512–787–2418

Legacy Oaks of Lakeway 300 Medical Parkway 78738 512–271–9174 The Harbor at Lakeway 300 Medical Parkway 78738 512–402–1222

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Skilled Nursing HOUSING: Skilled Nursing/Rehab

Austin Retirement and Nursing Center 6909 Burnet Lane 78757 512–452–5719

Southpark Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 9801 South 1st Street 78748 512–292–3071

Brodie Ranch Nursing & Rehab Center 2101 Frate Barker Road 78748 512–444–5627 Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation 6500 Brush Country Road 78749 512–892–5774

Southwood Care Center 3759 Valley View Road 78704 512–443–3436 Stonebriar Nursing and Rehab Center 110 East Live Oak 78704 512–444–3511

Gracy Woods Nursing Center 12021 Metric Boulevard 78758 512–228–3300

Stonebridge Health Center 11127 Circle Drive 78736 512–288–8844

Gracy Woods II Living Center 12042 Bittern Hollow 78758 512–730–2100

The Arbour At Westminster Manor 4100 Jackson Avenue 78731 512–454–4711

Heartland Health Care Center 11406 Rustic Rock Drive 78750 512–335–5028

Walnut Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation 3509 Rogge Lane 78723 512–926–2070

Heritage Park Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center 2806 Real Street 78722 512–474–1411

Windsor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center of Duval 5301 Duval Road 78727 512–345–1805

Legend Oaks Healthcare & Rehabilitation 11020 Dessau Road 78754 512–873–2244

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AUSTIN

Monte Siesta Nursing and Rehab LP 4501 Dudmar Drive 78735 512–892–1131 Park Bend Health Center 2122 Park Bend Drive 78758 512–836–9777 Rapid Recovery Center 16219 Ranch Road 620 North, 78717 512–520–1834 Regency Village Care Center 6500 Brush Country Road 78749 512–892–5774 Riverside Nursing and Rehab Center 6801 E Riverside Drive 78741 512–247–9000 A=122 B=13 C=109 Senior Care of Onion Creek 1700 Onion Creek Pkwy 78748 512–291–4900 Senior Care of West Oaks 3200 W. Slaughter Lane 78748 512–282–0141

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Bastrop Lost Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 430 Old Austin Highway 78602 512–321–3527 Bastrop Nursing Center 400 Old Austin Highway 78602 512–321–2529 Silver Pines Nursing and Rehab LP 188 Old Austin Highway 78602 512–321–6220

BEE CAVE Park Manor 14058 Bee Cave Parkway, Building B 78738 512–872–8170

BERTRAM Bertram Nursing and Rehab Center 540 Highway 29 East 78605 512–355–2116

BLANCO Live Oak Medical Center 618 Live Oak Street 78606 830–833–4567

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Oaks Nursing Center 507 West Jackson Street 78611 512–756–6044

Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehab 1640 Fairway 78640 512–268–1003

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LLANO

Cedar Pointe Health and Wellness Suites 1301 Cottonwood Creek Trail 78613 737–757–3100

Hill Country Healthcare Center 507 East Green Street 78643 325–247–4115

Cottonwood Creek Nursing and Rehab 1500 Cottonwood Creek Trail 78613 512–259–4259

Llano Nursing & Rehab Center 800 West Haynie 78643 325–247–4194

New Hope Manor 1623 West New Hope Drive 78613 512–259–3999

LOCKHART

Sagebrook Health & Rehab 901 Discovery Boulevard 78613 512–259–9993

DRIPPING SPRINGS

Chisolm Trail Nursing and Rehab Center 107 North Medina 78644 512–398–5213 Parkview Nursing and Rehab Center 1501 South Main Street 78644 512–398–2362

Hill Country Care 1505 West Highway 290 78620 512–858–5624

LULING

ELGIN

Luling Care Center 501 West Austin Street 78648 830–875–5628

Elgin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 1373 North Avenue C 78621 512–285–2457

GEORGETOWN Estrella Oaks Rehab and Care Center 4011 Williams Drive 78628 512–868–2700 Park Place Assisted Living 101 FM 971 78626 512–868–6275

Hillcrest Manor Nursing and Rehab Center 208 Maple Street 78648 830–875–5219

Oak Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation 1105 North Magnolia 78648 830–875–5606

MANCHACA The Villa 2504 Bliss Spillar Road 78652 512–282–1144

MARBLE FALLS

Park Place Care Center 121 Fm 971 78626 512–868–6200

Granite Mesa Health Center 1401 Max Copeland Drive 78654 830–693–0022

The Wesleyan at Scenic 2001 Scenic Drive 78626 512–863–9511

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GRANGER

Pflugerville Care Center 521 South Heatherwilde Boulevard 78660 512–670–5800

Granger Villa 800 North Commerce Street 76530 512–859–2800

Pflugerville Nursing and Rehab Center 104 Rex Kerwin Court 78660 512–251–3915

KINGSLAND

ROUND ROCK

Kingsland Hills Care Center 3727 R.R. 1431 West 78639 325–388–4538

HOUSING: Skilled Nursing/Rehab

BURNET

Bel Air at Teravista 4105 Teravista Club Drive 78665 512–310–3700 Hearthstone Health Center 401 Oakwood Boulevard 78681 512–388–7494

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Park Valley Inn Health Center 17751 Park Valley Drive 78681 512–218–6000

Towers Nursing Home 907 Garwood 78957 512–237–4606

San Gabriel Rehab and Care Center 4100 College Park Drive 78665 512–334–8000

TAYLOR SPJST Skilled Nursing and Rehab 501 East Lake Drive 76574 512–352–6337

Trinity Care Center 1000 East Main Street 78664 512–634–3000

WIMBERLY Deer Creek of Wimberley 555 Ranch Road 3237 78676 512–847–5540

SAN MARCOS Hays Nursing & Rehab Center 1900 Medical Parkway 78666 512–396–1888 Regent Care Center of San Marcos 1351 Sadler 78666 512–805–5000 San Marcos Rehab and Health Care Center 1600 North Interstate Highway 35 78666 512–353–5026

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20 Questions to Ask

WHEN LOOKING AT SKILLED NURSING OPTIONS Start with a visual assessment of both the inside and outside. Also, note if the residents are engaged in activities or just sitting.

1. What is the staff-to-resident ratio during the day, at night and on weekends?

2. Does the same team of nurses and certified nursing assistants (CNAs) work with the same resident all week? 3. What happens when the Medicare reimbursement runs out? 4. What amenities are private pay? 5. Is Wi-Fi available and if so, where on the property? 6. Are there safety locks on the doors and windows? 7. Is there an emergency generator or alternate power source? 8. What is the evacuation plan should it be necessary? 9. What is the pet policy?

10. Can special dietary needs be accommodated? 11. Do residents have a choice of food items at each meal? 12. Are the meals prepared on-site or off-site? 13. What is the policy for residentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eating in their rooms? 14. Does the residence offer worship services? 15. Is there a functioning security system? 16. Are there pharmacy, lab, dental or x-ray services available onsite? 17. Are they Medicare and/or Medicaid certified? 18. Is abuse prevention training and background checks a requirement for all staff? 19. How often do residents get bathed? 20. What special services can be provided if needed, such as onsite rehab, therapeutic whirlpool baths, ventilators, hospice, etc.? SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Preparing Presenting a

Eulogy

by JOHN B. EARTHMAN

he purpose of a eulogy is to acknowledge and share information about a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life. It is a great honor for someone to present and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an important part of the grieving process for the presenter, as well as the audience. A good place to start is to make a list of thoughts and memories youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to share. While others might not be comfortable or able to give their own eulogy, they might find great comfort in sharing memories with you that you could incorporate into the eulogy. Things you might include are stories, quotes, expressions of love or prayers, all of which can be delivered in a serious or humorous manner depending on what you feel is appropriate. In an effort to have the audience connected and involved in your tribute, the eulogy can be compiled from private memories that your audience might not be aware of as well as personal traits and details of the loved one that all will remember. You will want to include any accomplishments or honors no matter how big or small that were especially important to your loved one. Memories shared should always acknowledge the person in a positive manner and recognize them for who they were accurately. Once you are ready to write the eulogy, decide on how you will begin, then pick the main thoughts and memories that you wish to share and finally determine how you will close. You need to properly introduce yourself when you begin and have a summarizing statement to share when you close. You can read from your notes, but practice giving the eulogy and change any part that does not feel like natural conversation in your own words. Presenting a eulogy can cause great anxiety. Stopping at any time to collect your thoughts or emotions and then continuing when you are ready is understandable and acceptable. If you decide that you cannot continue, simply skip to your final statement. It is the message about the impact of your loved that is important, not the delivery, so just be yourself.

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Final Planning Resources ADVANCE PLANNING DOCUMENTS

Covenant Presbyterian Church 512–334–3003

CaringInfo 800–658–8898 | caringinfo.org

Dignity Memorial L.I.F.T. 800–344–6489

Free Texas Living Will Form 877–881–0947 | rocketlawyer.com

Gateway Church 512–837–2162

Powers of Attorney, DNR, and Similar Documents texaslawhelp.org

Griefnet griefnet.org GriefShare griefshare.org

Preparing For End-Of-Life Care: Advance Planning Documents txcatholic.org

Grieving.com grieving.com

Texas Advance Directive Form everplans.com

Hill Country Bible Church 512–331–5050

Texas Health & Human Services hhs.texas.gov/laws-regulations/ forms/advance-directives

Hill County Memorial Hospital 210–997–1355

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT

Hope Lutheran Church 512–926–8574

AARP aarp.org

Hospice Austin 512–342–4700 | hospiceaustin.org

Aftertalk aftertalk.com

Life After Loss (American Cancer Society) 800–227–2345

Austin Center For Attitudinal Healing 512–327–1961 Austin Christian Fellowship 512–381–5700 Center For Grief And Loss 512–327–2286 Compassion and Choices End–Of–Life Support 800–247–7421 compassionandchoices.org

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National Widowers Association nationalwidowers.org Outreach Health Services outreachhealth.com St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church 512–345–8314 St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 512–472–8301 Soul Care Project soulcareproject.org

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The Living Bank 800–528–2971 | livingbank.org

The Christi Center 512–467–2600 | christicenter.org

Tissue Centers of Central Texas 512–206–1266 | inyourhands.org

The Compassionate Friends of Georgetown 512–869–0077

United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) 804–782–4800 | unos.org

the light beyond thelightbeyond.com

We Are Blood Tissue donation in Austin area. 512-206-1266 | weareblood.org

Westlake United Methodist 512–327–1335 DONATION OF A BODY Baylor College of Medicine 713–798–3858 BIOGIFT biogift.org | 866–670–1799 Donate Life Texas donatelifetexas.org

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The Austin Center for Grief and Loss 512–472–7878 | austingrief.org

END-OF-LIFE PLANNING Caring Connections 800–658–8898 | caringinfo.org Grave Talk churchofenglandfunerals.org Hospice Foundation of America hospicefoundation.org

DONOR PROGRAMS

Kitchen Table Conversations Educating Central Texans to have end of life conversations and legally documenting their wishes. kitchentableconversations.org

AGE of Central Texas (computers & medical equipment) 512–451–4611 | ageofcentraltx.org

National Association for Home Care and Hospice nahc.org

Donate Life Texas 877–839–2755 | donatelifetexas.org

National Hospice and Palliative Care 703–837–1500 | nhpco.org

LifeGift 800–633–6562 | lifegift.org

Planning for a Graceful Exit epicenter.org/wc-end-of-life-planning

Lone Star Lions Eye Bank 800–977–3937 | lsleb.org

FUNERALS, BURIAL AND CREMATION Assistance in finding low-cost funeral arrangements

Science Care sciencecare.com

National Kidney Foundation Donor Family Council 800–622–9010 | kidney.org National Marrow Donor Program 800–526–7809 | marrow.org

Affordable Burial & Cremation Service 512–354–2509 or 254–200–0400 centraltexascremation.com

Texas Organ Sharing Alliance (TOSA) 512–459–4848 | txorgansharing.org

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Final Planning Resources Funeral Consumers Alliance of Central Texas 512–480–0555 | fcactx.org

GRIEF COUNSELING Dignity Memorial – Dealing With Grief 800–343–4464 dignitymemorial.com

Holy Cross Catholic Church Basic Needs Assistance 512–472–3741 Texas Funeral Service Commission 512–936–2474 | tfsc.state.tx.us Texas Prepaid Funeral Contracts 877–276–5554 prepaidfunerals.texas.gov

Hospice Austin – Grief Support 512–342–4700 | hospiceaustin.org The Austin Center for Grief and Loss 512–472–7878 | austingrief.org The Christi Center 512–467–2600 | christicenter.org

Travis County Indigent Burial Services 512–854–1440 | traviscountytx.gov For Veterans

Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery 254–616–1770 | cem.va.gov Government Headstone or Markers 844–698–2311 | va.gov Heart of Texas Cremations & Burials 512–243–7277 heartoftexascremations.com

STAGES OF GRIEF 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Denial Anger Bargaining Depression Acceptance

Understanding the five stages of grief grief.com/the-five-stages-of-grief

Travis County Burial Services 512–854–9340 | traviscountytx.gov Veterans Land Board 800–252–8387 | glo.texas.gov/vlb/

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To avoid identity theft of a deceased person, it is recommended that you take the following steps: • Scale back the obituary—don’t provide too much information • Notify banks and creditors • Contact credit reporting bureaus—request decedent’s credit report and flag as “deceased” • Report death to Social Security; they will flag decedent’s number as inactive. Also notify your local passport office, if applicable

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• To remove the deceased name from direct marketing lists, register as deceased Do-Not-Contact Web site............. dmaconsumers.org/consumerassistance.html DIRECTIONS FOR THE DISPOSITION OF REMAINS A person may provide written directions for the disposition, including cremation, of their remains in a will, a prepaid funeral contract, or a written instrument called “Appointment of Agent to Control Disposition of Remains,” which is signed and acknowledged by the person who agrees to be responsible for the interment. tfsc.state.tx.us or Legal Hotline for Texans at 800–622–2520 SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFICIARY – REPORTING A DEATH When a Social Security beneficiary dies, report the death to the Social Security Administration as soon as possible. They will require the name and Social Security Number of the deceased, the date and place of death, if there is asurviving spouse or an eligible child, and your name and address. A copy of the Death Certificate may be required. You will be given instructions on handling any forthcoming Social Security checks. A one-time death benefit of $255 is paid to a surviving spouse or eligible child. Social Security Administration.............................. ssa.gov | 800–772–1213 VITAL RECORDS Birth and Death Certificates Texas Bureau of Vital Statistics.............. dshs.state.tx.us/vs/ | 888–963–7111 Texas Law dictates that both birth and death certificates are deemed confidential for a set period of time. Birth certificates are confidential for 75 years, and death certificates are confidential for 25 years after the death has occurred. If a birth or death certificate is requested before this period of time elapses, certified copies of these documents can only be obtained by a qualified applicant. A qualified applicant can be an immediate family member (by blood or marriage), a legal guardian, or the legal representative of the person for whom the document is requested. If you are not a qualified applicant, you may request a verification of a birth or death record.

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Final Planning Resources Certified copies of the birth and death certificates are issued with a state seal and are printed on security paper. Heirloom birth certificates have a different cost and are printed on special paper that boasts a design celebrating Texas. The heirloom certificate ($60) is only offered through Austin, Texas. Funeral homes will supply certified copies of a death certificate for a small fee if requested at the time funeral arrangements are made. For obtaining a birth or death certificate Austin Bureau of Vital Statistics................... austintexas.gov | 512–972–4784 Bastrop County (County Clerk)................... co.bastrop.tx.us | 512–332–7234 Blanco County (County Clerk)..................... co.blanco.tx.us | 830–868–7357 Burnet County (County Clerk)............. burnetcountytexas.org | 512–756–5406 Hays County (County Clerk).......................... co.hays.tx.us | 512–393–7738 Travis County (County Clerk)............... traviscountyclerk.org | 512–854–9188 Williamson County (County Clerk).......................wilco.org | 512–943–1515 Verification of Birth and Death The verification of a birth or death record is NOT a certified copy of the birth or death certificate, but a letter with the person’s name, date of occurrence, county where the birth or death took place and a state file number. Letters may not be available at all birth and death registrars. Verifications are available from 1903 to the present date. Fees for birth and death verification range from $22–$30. This fee is non-refundable for records that are not located.

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Hospice

ospice care is a philosophy of care that accepts dying as a natural part of life. When death is inevitable, hospice seeks neither to hasten nor postpone it. Hospice provides care, comfort and support for persons with life-limiting conditions as well as their families.

How Does Hospice Work? Hospice care is for any person who has a life-threatening or terminal illness. All hospices consider the patient and family together as the unit of care. Most reimbursement sources require a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course. Patients with both cancer and non-cancer illnesses are eligible to receive hospice care. The majority of hospice patients are cared for in their own homes or the homes of a loved one. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Homeâ&#x20AC;? may also be broadly construed to include services provided in nursing homes or hospitals. Typically, a family member serves as the primary caregiver and when appropriate, helps make decisions for the hospice patient. Members of the hospice staff make regular visits to assess the patient and provide additional care or other services. Hospice staff is on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Medicaid or a private insurance company, hospices will work with the person and their family to ensure needed services can be provided. SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Who is the Hospice Team? Hospice care is a family-centered approach that includes, at a minimum, a team of doctors, nurses, social workers, counselors, and trained volunteers. They work together focusing on the dying patient’s needs; physical, psychological, or spiritual. The goal is to help keep the patient as pain-free as possible until death. The hospice team develops a care plan that meets each patient’s individual needs for pain management and symptom control. How is Hospice Paid for? Hospice is paid for through the Medicare Hospice Benefit, Medicaid Hospice Benefit, and private insurers. If a person does not have coverage through Medicare, Medicaid or a private insurance company, hospices will work with the person and their family to ensure needed services can be provided. Who is Eligible for Medicare Hospice Benefits? Hospice care is covered under Medicare Part A (hospital Insurance). You are eligible for Medicare hospice benefits when you meet all of the following conditions: • You are eligible for Medicare Part A (hospital Insurance), and • Your doctor and the hospice medical director certify that you are terminally ill and probably have less than six months to live, and • You sign a statement choosing hospice care instead of routine Medicare covered benefits for your terminal illness, and • You receive care from a Medicare-approved hospice program. Please note: Medicare will still pay for covered benefits for any health problems that aren’t related to your terminal illness. What Does Medicare Cover? Medicare covers these hospice services and pays nearly all of their costs: • Doctor services and Nursing care • Medical equipment (like wheelchairs or walkers) • Medical supplies (like bandages and catheters) • Drugs for symptom control and pain relief • Short-term hospital care, including respite and inpatient for pain/symptom management • Home health aide and homemaker services • Physical, Occupational therapy and Speech therapy • Social work services and Dietary counseling • Grief support to help you and your family Please note: You will only have to pay part of the cost for outpatient drugs and inpatient respite care. The Medicare Hospice Benefit Does Not Cover the Following: • Treatment intended to cure your terminal illness. You should talk with your doctor if you are thinking about potential treatment to cure your illness. • Medications not directly related to your hospice diagnosis. Hospice team 126

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members will consult with the hospice physician and will inform you and your family which drugs and/or medications are covered and which ones are not covered under the Medicare Hospice Benefit. • Room and board aren’t covered by Medicare. You may receive hospice services wherever you live, even in a nursing home, however, the Medicare Hospice Benefit does not pay for nursing home room and board. Respite Care and Medicare Respite care is care given to a hospice patient by another caregiver so that the usual caregiver can rest. As a hospice patient, you may have one person who takes care of you every day, like a family member. Sometimes your caregiver needs someone to take care of you for a short time while they do other things that need to be done. During a period of respite care, you might be cared for in a Medicare-approved facility, such as a hospice residential facility, hospital, or nursing home. How Do I Begin Receiving Hospice? Anyone can inquire about hospice services. You or your loved one may call a local hospice and request services. The hospice staff will then contact your physician to determine if a referral to hospice is appropriate. Another way to inquire about hospice is to talk with your physician, and he or she can make a referral to hospice. Hospice can begin as soon as a ‘referral’ is made by the person’s doctor. As a hospice patient, you always have the right to stop getting hospice care and receive the “traditional” Medicare coverage you had before electing hospice. All care that you receive for your illness must be given by your hospice team. Questions to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Program • What services are provided? • What kind of support is available to the family/caregiver? • What roles do the attending physician and hospice play? • How does hospice work to keep the patient comfortable? • How are services provided after hours? • How and where does hospice provide short-term inpatient care? • Can hospice be brought into a nursing home or long-term care facility? • Are any of the staff members certified or credentialed in hospice? • Do physicians visit the patient in the home? • What is the staff to patient ratio? • Are any alternative therapies provided to manage symptoms? • What ‘extras’ does the hospice provide? Hospice Resources Hospice Link: 1-800-331-1620 National Hospice and Palliative Care Helpline: 1-800-658-8898 Texas and New Mexico Hospice Organization: 1-800-580-9270 Caring Connections: caringinfo.org SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Below are area Hospice Agencies licensed by the State of Texas and listed by the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services. n = Medicare s = Medicaid

AUSTIN A–Med Community Hospice 512–323–6500 AseraCare Hospice 512–218–9890 Beacon Hospice 512–443–7100 Buckner Hospice 512–873–8145 Capitol Hospice 512–637–6928 n s CIMA Hospice 512–900–0548 Edwards Hospice 512–763–4690 Encompass Health Hospice 512–326–4191 Grace Hospice 512–300–2100

River City Hospice 512–292–4929 Robinson Creek Home Health & Hospice 512–328–7606 Silverado Austin Hospice 512–827–6895 Texas Home Health Hospice 512–327–4194 BASTROP AseraCare Hospice 512–308–9148 Resolutions Hospice Bastrop 512–343–5555 Serenity Hospice 512–985–6107 Standards Hospice 512–772–4166 GEORGETOWN

Halcyon Home 512–815–9009

Kindred Hospice 512–868–0505

Heart to Heart Hospice of Austin 512–707–2600

Wesleyan Hospice 512–863–8848

Hospice Austin 512–342–4700

HARKER HEIGHTS

Hospice Austin’s Christopher House 512–342–4700

New Century Hospice 254–680–5500

Hospice Compassus 512–462–0538

KILLEEN

Kindred Hospice 512–651–9227 New Century Hospice – Austin 512–342–8288 Resolutions Hospice Austin 512–343–5555

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Hospice Compassus 254–539–1055 NEW BRAUNFELS CIMA Hospice of Central Texas 830–643–1971

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Interim HealthCare of Central Texas 512–454–5711

Compassionate Care Hospice 512–393–6003

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Kindred Hospice 512–392–9138

Altus Hospice 512–614–2851 n s Companion Care Angels 512–653–9800 Guiding Hospice 512–368–7275

Heart To Heart Hospice 512–667–6816 WIMBERLEY Blue Bonnet Palliative Care 888–370–8884

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Hospice Compassus 512–246–7127

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CHICKPEA TURKEY CHILI Courtesy of Bonterra Organic Vineyards

Photo Courtesy of Bonterra Organic Vineyards

Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

4 cups kale or a deep green blend

1 medium onion, chopped

1 large can diced organic tomatoes, drained

1 poblano pepper, chopped

1 teaspoon chili powder

3 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1 pound ground turkey

6 cups chicken stock

1/4 cup tomato paste

sea salt, to taste

2Â˝ cups cooked chickpeas

freshly ground black pepper, to taste

In a large Dutch oven heat olive oil over medium-high heat. SautĂŠ onion, poblano pepper and garlic for 3 minutes. Add turkey and cook another 4 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and chickpeas (partially mashed chickpeas). Stir in kale, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin and chicken stock. Add sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Find 130

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Volunteering Volunteering can be a very rewarding use of your time. Consider these questions before choosing a volunteer opportunity. • What are my skills and my personal priorities? • How much time do I have to volunteer? • How do I want to use my talents? Organizations Looking for Volunteers (not a comprehensive list)

Assistance League of Austin Volunteers address specific needs through nine philanthropic programs, including toy carts at Dell Children’s Medical Center, services for the elderly, etc. 512–458–3716 | alaustin.org

Austin Scottish Rite Theater An Austin community and children’s theater where volunteers assist with box office, ushering and other event production tasks. 512–472–5436 scottishritetheater.org

Austin Parks Foundation Volunteers participate in activities such as erosion control, mulching, tree planting, etc. 512–477–1566 | austinparks.org

Bullock Texas State History Museum Volunteers welcome and assist museum patrons, help with special exhibits, etc. 512–936–4634 | thestoryoftexas.com

Austin Pets Alive! Animal rescue group for no kill shelter. 512–961–6519 | austinpetsalive.org Austin Public Library Volunteers help with re–shelving books, facilitating conversational language programs, preserving Austin history, etc. 512–974–7443 library.austintexas.gov

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Drive a Senior Home repairs and companionship to the elderly. 512–456–8262 | driveasenior.org Greyhound Rescue Austin An all–volunteer and nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and re–homing greyhounds in Austin. 512–288–4480 greyhoundrescueaustin.com

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Thundering Paws Animal Sanctuary Help with cleaning, feeding and socializing animals, adoption events, collecting donations and more. 512–402–9725 thunderingpaws.org

Mobile Loaves & Fishes A social outreach ministry for the homeless and indigent working poor. Volunteers help organize, prepare and deliver meals. 512–328–7299 | mlf.org

We Are Blood and United Tissue Resources Volunteers assist on blood drives, serve refreshments in donor centers, provide office support and transport blood product in the center’s vehicles. 512–206–1266 | weareblood.org

STARRY Volunteers provide food or child care for counseling groups, create scrapbooks for foster care children, read books to younger children, become a mentor and more. 512–246–4283 | starryonline.org

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KMFA Classical 89.5 A nonprofit, listener–supported public radio station. Volunteers are needed to assist with mailing, events and projects. 512–476–5632 | kmfa.org

Youth2Seniors A youth–based organization that creates intergenerational programs designed to pair youth and seniors within the community. 512–961–7805 | youth2seniors.org

The Arc of the Capital Area Volunteer opportunities include helping clients at the Arc of Arts Studio; assisting at monthly activities like movie night, bowling and coffee club and more. 512–476–7044 | arcaustin.org

*These are only a few of the many organizations that are looking for volunteers. If you don’t see something that interests you check srgserv.com for more volunteer opportunities or consider searching online using “volunteering in Austin.” SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Must-Have Legal Documents by SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE

hether you’re a caregiver or interested in getting your own business in order, we’ve identified five recommended legal documents that every adult should have. There are many online resources that explain in further detail about each document. If you have an attorney, be sure to ask about these documents or there are online resources that provide a free template for you to create your own. Don’t wait until it’s too late—take a moment to get organized. ADVANCE DIRECTIVE Also known as a living will or health care declaration/directive, this document outlines your wishes for medical treatments and life-sustaining measures, in the case that you are not able to communicate them verbally. Details might include a “do not resuscitate” order (DNR), the use of breathing machines, tube feeding or organ donation. Making these decisions in advance lets medical professionals know what measures to take and grants your loved ones peace of mind, should they have to communicate these decisions for you.

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DURABLE POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR HEALTH CARE While an advance directive is limited to end-of-life concerns, a durable power of attorney for health care accounts for all health care decisions in the case that you are incapable of making decisions for yourself. In this document, you are able to outline how your designated power of attorney should act. Their authority to make these decisions ends when you are once again capable of making your own decisions. LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT Many people know this document simply as a “will.” It outlines how your property (including digital property such as email accounts and blogs) should be distributed and to whom. Different states have different requirements for one’s will. In Texas your will must be signed by two witnesses. LIVING TRUST A living trust designates someone (trustee) to help manage and distribute your assets rather than going through the court system, as in a last will. This often prevents your last wishes from becoming public record. This document also designates terms in which the trustee would set into action, should you be unable to make decisions regarding your assets during and after your life. FINANCIAL POWER OF ATTORNEY This document designates someone (principal) to do business on your behalf, should you be unable to take care of necessary matters yourself. Tasks designated might include paying bills, selling property, managing assets or applying for medical benefits. Unlike a living trust, a financial power of attorney dies when you do. ONLINE RESOURCES: texasprobate.com/professional-forms legalzoom.com texasnaela.com nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/advancedirectives.html eldercareteam.com SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Legal & Financial Assistance BENEFITS COUNSELING Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area 512–916–6062 | www.aaacap.org

EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE City of Austin Neighborhood Housing and Community Development 512–974–3100 Baptist Community Center Mission 512–478–7243 | bccmission.org

Legal Aid of Central Texas 512–447–7707 Legal Hotline for Texans 800–622–2520 opt. 3 tlsc.org/legalhotline Texas Legal Services Center 512–477–6000 | tlsc.org Texas RioGrande Legal Aid Serving Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Llano, Mason, Travis, Williamson 800–369–9270 | trla.org For Veterans

Travis County Family Support Services | 512–854-5871

Lone Star Lawyers for Lone Star Veterans, Lone Star Legal Aid 254–756–7944 | probono.net

FINANCIAL AID

National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP) 202–265–8305 | nvlsp.org

For Veterans Impact a Hero | 281–430–4344 impactahero.org Horizon Outreach | 713–467–4966 horizonoutreach.org Texas VFW Foundation 512–834–8535 | texasvfw.org

Texas Law Help texaslawhelp.org/veterans-military Texas Lawyers for Texas Veterans texasbar.com/veterans Texas Veterans Legal Assistance Project 800–622–2520 opt. 2 | tlsc.org/vets

LEGAL ASSISTANCE

LEGAL ASSISTANCE WITH ADVANCED DIRECTIVES

Assistant Attorney General’s Office Assists with consumer complaints 512–463–2100 Dispute Resolution Center 512–371–0033 | austindrc.org Family Eldercare’s Guardianship and Money Management Programs 512–450–0844 | familyeldercare.org Family Law Hotline | 713–389–8900 familylawhotline.org Justice in Aging | 202–289–6976 justiceinaging.org

Texas Medical Association Provides Directive to Physician and Medical Power of Attorney forms free of charge. 512–370–1300 | texmed.org

TAX PREPARATION ASSISTANCE Foundation Communities 512–447–0288 | foundcom.org

Lawyer Referral Service of Central Texas 512–472–8303 | austinlrs.com

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any Americans who enter into Medicare do so with a sketchy understanding of how the system works. That’s rather alarming considering how much older Americans rely on Medicare for their healthcare needs. It’s essential that seniors understand how the program works to avoid missing out on important benefits and paying unnecessarily high costs. Sometimes, the best approach is to start from the beginning when unraveling a complex subject like Medicare: Parts of Medicare When you sign up for Medicare at age 65 you’re automatically enrolled in Plan A, which is hospital coverage, and Plan B, which covers outpatient coverage. Part A covers room and board in a hospital or skilled nursing facility, while Part B covers things like doctor visits, surgeries, lab work, equipment and diagnostic tests. Prescription drugs are covered under Part D, which provides a card that allows you to buy prescription medications at a significantly lower cost than retail. Part D insurance is voluntary coverage but it’s a key part of the system because paying out-of-pocket for medications can be extremely expensive. How the parts work Your Medicare Part B coverage is based on income, with enrollees starting at a base rate of $135.50 while higher-income enrollees pay an “income adjustment” (meaning they pay more for Medicare). Part B is a necessity; you cannot purchase supplemental insurance unless you have both Part A and B. If

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you’re working for a large employer, your health insurance there continues as your primary with Medicare playing a secondary role, meaning you can delay enrolling in Part B if your group insurance already includes outpatient benefits. Part B covers 80 percent of medical services, with your share being the remaining 20 percent. Certain treatments and procedures can be quite expensive, which means you could end up with a hefty co-pay. Part D has builtin co-pays for medications, so you won’t need supplemental insurance for the cost of needed medications. Medicare Advantage Choosing the right supplemental coverage is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a Medicare enrollee. Fortunately, you can select plan options based on your budget. Medicare Advantage, also known as Part C, offers plans that provide a low-cost alternative to Medicare. These plans have their own local network of providers and usually have lower premiums than Medigap, though there are co-pays for hospital stays, doctor visits and other approved services. Medicare Advantage also has a folded-in version of Part D, though it’s important to remember that it may not include the specific medications you need. Medigap As mentioned, Medicare pays 80 percent. A Medigap plan pays the other 20 percent of your Part B outpatient expenses. Some Medigap plans also cover Part A and B deductibles, though you purchase your own stand-alone Part D coverage since Medigap doesn’t cover prescription medications. Deciding whether Medicare Advantage could benefit you Check to make sure your doctor is in-network and accepts Medicare Advantage (some accept original Medicare instead). Keep in mind, most Advantage plans are good about pairing you with a specialist if your doctor is out of network. You’ll also want to make sure any medications you take are covered. If you take several prescriptions and have reached the “donut hole,” the annual limit on what Medicare Advantage will cover (between $3,820 and $5,100 on covered medications), bear in mind that Part D enrollees get a 75 percent donut hole discount on brand-name drugs starting at $3,800. Consider also your out-of-pocket costs if you anticipate health care expenses, you can go with a plan with lower out-of-pocket costs. Check out the plan finder at Medicare.gov to find Medicare Advantage plans in your area that meet your needs. Note that plans such as Humana Medicare Advantage have extensive benefits, including vision and dental coverage as well as an innovative fitness program called SilverSneakers, which provides access to over 13,000 fitness centers. It’s important to understand the Medicare system so you can find the coverage you need. As you compare and contrast plans, carefully check network provider and covered prescription medication lists. And stay abreast of the changes which frequently occur with Medicare. It also helps to know that if your plan doesn’t work for you this year, you can change it next year. SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Obtaining a Disabled or Elderly Placard/Plate To qualify as a visual disability, a person must have visual acuity of: • 20/200 or less in the better eye with correcting lenses, or • more than 20/200, but a limited field of vision in which the widest diameter of the visual field subtends an angle of 20 degrees or less.

The placards and plates are also available for individuals with physical limitations, including those who: • cannot walk 200 feet without stopping to rest • cannot walk without the use of, or assistance from, a brace, cane, crutch, another person, prosthetic device, wheelchair or other assistive device • are severely restricted by lung disease • use portable oxygen • have a severe cardiac condition • are severely limited in the ability to walk due to an arthritic, neurological or orthopedic condition, or • have a foot disorder or other condition that severely limits the ability to walk.

To obtain a disabled placard or plate: • Complete and sign an Application for Persons With Disabilities Parking Placard and/or License Plate at txdmv.gov • Have a licensed physician, podiatrist, optometrist, physician’s assistant, or advanced practice nurse complete the Disability Statement portion of the form. • Include a fee of $5 for a parking placard for a temporary condition; permanent plates and placards are free. • Mail the original application to the address on the form. 150

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Transportation Services *Bus lines require 48-hour notice prior to departure for a lift equipped bus. Personal care assistants travel at no cost. Certain rules apply.

AIR TRANSPORTATION

Acadian Air Med 877–478–7433 Angel Flight

PARATRANSIT Provides access to specialized medical TRANSPORTATION evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and SERVICES rehabilitation.

AMERA Solutions 281–872–6400 amerasolutions.com

800–296–1217 angel-flight.org AirLifeLine

Provides medical airtravel for those with financial needs.

877–247–5433 airlifeline.org

Corporate Angel Network, Inc.

City Transportation Services 512–550–8337 Elder Transport Austin 512–963–9676 eldertransportaustin.com

Finds free transportation for cancer patients who need medical treatment.

METROACCESS A shared-ride service offered by Capital Metro. Eligibility: 512–389–7501

LONG DISTANCE TRAVEL

Reserve a Ride 512–852–7272

866–328–1313 corpangelnetwork.org

AMTRAK Discounted rates are available for seniors age 62 and older and people with disabilities. 800–872–7245 amtrak.com Greyhound Bus * 512–458–4463 or 800–752–4841 greyhound.com Kerrville Bus Co. * With daily routes to Houston. 512–389–0090 or 800–256–2757 For Spanish 800–531–5332 iridekbc.com 152

Silver Lift Pros 512–663–4035 silverliftpros.com S&S Transport Services 512–961–0491 SENIOR TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety 202–638–5944 aaafoundation.org

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West Austin 512–472–6339

Adaptive Driving Program St. David’s Rehab Center 512–544–5100 stdavidsrehab.com

Faith in Action Georgetown Volunteer drivers in Central Texas. 512–868–9544 faithinactiongt.org

Austin Public Transit 512–474–1200 capmetro.org

Hill Country Transit District 800–791–9601

CARTS Rural Transportation System curb to curb transportation services in Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Hays, Lee counties. 800–456–7433 | ridecarts.com City of Austin Parks & Rec 512–477–5961 City of Round Rock Serving Round Rock, BACA area. 512–671–2869 Drive a Senior Transportation Program for clients 60+. Elgin 512–281–6065 Hays 512–618–4820 North Central Austin 512–453–2273 Northeast Austin 512–459–1122 Northwest Austin 512–250–5021 South Austin 512–445–5552 Southwest Austin 512–364–6501

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AARP Driver Safety Program aarpdriversafety.org

Northwest Rural Community Center 512–267–3245 Lakeway Service League 512–261–3514 lakeway.org MetroAccess 512–852–7272 Rural Opportunities Providing Encouragement Rides to non-critical medical/dental appts in Burnet and Llano counties. 830–693–0700 ropeagency.com Senior Access Serving Round Rock, Pflugerville and North Austin. 512–310–1060 For Veterans

United for the People

Provides transportation to and from medical appointments for veterans.

512–298–2532 unitedforthepeople.org

VETRIDES: FREE rides for veterans, their dependents and caregivers living in Burnet, Llano and Lampasas counties. 512–550–8337 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Transportation Services TAXI SERVICES

10/10 TAXI SERVICE Serving Round Rock, Pflugerville, Cedar Park, Georgetown and Hutto. 512–444–1010 ATX Taxi 512–333–5555 Austin Cab Company 512–478–2222 Lone Star Cab Company 512–836–4900

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Do you know a senior who needs transportation to medical appointments, the grocery store and community activities?

The Drive a Senior Network is a volunteer-based

nonprofit that serves seniors 60 and older who no longer drive. We provide much more than transportation. We offer friendship.

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Over 65 Driving DISABLED PARKING PERMITS – TO OBTAIN A PARKING PERMIT: Bastrop

512–581–7100

co.bastrop.tx.us

Blanco

830–868–7178 co.blanco.tx.us

Burnet

512–756–5420

burnetcountytexas.org

Caldwell

512–398–1952

co.caldwell.tx.us

Hays

512–393–5545

hayscountytax.com

Lampasas

512–556–8271

co.lampasas.tx.us

Travis

512–854–9473

traviscountytax.org

Williamson

512–943–1100

wilco.org

DRIVERS LICENSING Texas Department of Public Safety

dps.texas.gov

Drivers Age 79 or Older txdps.state.tx.us/driverlicense/elderlydrivers.htm Renewal applicants 85+ pay a discounted fee of $9 for a two–year driver’s license. Texas driver’s license renewals are free for qualifying disabled veterans. Vision Tests Vision test required for age 79+; 20/40 better eye or 20/70 better eye with restrictions. Bioptic telescopes are permitted to meet acuity standard, and driver must pass a road test. Renewals Every 6 years from 79–84; Every 2 years for 85+; mail or electronic renewal not available to people 79+ DRIVING CLASSES & TRAINING AAA Senior Driving

seniordriving.aaa.com

AARP Driver Safety – Online Driving Course

aarpdriversafety.org

AARP Driver Safety Offerings Adaptive Driving Program

aarp.org/drive 512–544–5116 | stdavidsrehab.com

DRIVING INFORMATION & RESOURCES National Aging and Disability Transportation Center

nadtc.org

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DRIVING SAFETY AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety

aaafoundation.org

AAA South Austin

512–383–4357

AAA North Austin

512–335–5222

OBTAINING A PLACARD/PLATE FOR THE DISABLED OR ELDERLY To qualify as a visual disability, a person must have visual acuity of: • 20/200

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The Hartford Center for Mature Market Excellence – Safety Guides safedrivingforalifetime.com

or less in the better eye with correcting lenses, or

• more

than 20/200, but a limited field of vision in which the widest diameter of the visual field subtends an angle of 20 degrees or less.

The placards and plates are also available for individuals with physical limitations, including those who: • cannot

walk 200 feet without stopping to rest

• cannot

walk without the use of, or assistance from, a brace, cane, crutch, another person, prosthetic device, wheelchair or other assistive device

• are

severely restricted by lung disease

• use

portable oxygen

• have

a severe cardiac condition

• are

severely limited in the ability to walk due to an arthritic, neurological or orthopedic condition, or

• have

a foot disorder or other condition that severely limits the ability to walk.

To obtain a disabled placard or plate: • Complete

and sign an Application for Persons With Disabilities Parking Placard and/or License Plate at txdmv.gov

• Have

a licensed physician, podiatrist, optometrist, physician’s assistant, or advanced practice nurse complete the Disability Statement portion of the form.

• Include

a fee of $5 for a parking placard for a temporary condition; permanent plates and placards are free.

• Mail

the original application to the address on the form.

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