Senior Resource Guide Southeast Houston (Summer/Fall 2018)

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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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Our Lifestyle options include Assisted Living and Memory Care.

PROVIDING CARE AND SERVICE TO OUR RESIDENTS, THEIR FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY FOR OVER 40 YEARS.

Contact one of our neighborhood locations for more information.

Colonial Oaks Pearland 2940 Cullen Pkwy, Pearland 77584 (281) 997-2500 Lic #103887

Colonial Oaks Pasadena 4004 Vista Rd, Pasadena 77504 (713) 941-4663 Lic #000951

Colonial Oaks – Houston Braeswood 7800 N Stadium Dr, Houston 77030 (713) 799-8200 Lic #030311

Colonial Oaks – Katy 21601 Provincial Blvd, Katy 77450 (281) 578-2222 Lic #103010

Colonial Oaks – Houston Westchase 11395 Richmond Ave, Houston 77082 (281) 759-2900 Lic #010308

Colonial Oaks – Sugar Land 13825 Lexington Blvd, Sugar Land 77478 (281) 277-0900 Lic #030191 SENIOR

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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, health aides, pharmacies, nutritional supplements, health services

DOCTORS & DENTISTS

geriatric physicians, audiologists, podiatrists, dentists, optometrists, orthopedists, plastic surgeons

MEDICAL CENTERS & CLINICS

hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, cancer treatment facilities, extended hospital stay facilities, medical clinics

HOUSING

independent/retirement, assisted living, skilled nursing, personal care homes, continuing care, licensed Alzheimer’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

free, low cost, medical & non-medical, medical-aircraft

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How to use the Senior Resource Guide

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Start with the Table of Contents to locate the business, product or service you are looking for. Examples of businesses, products and services included in each section are shown on the adjacent page.

Sections in the Table of Contents are Color Coded to match the page tabs throughout the publication.

Go directly to the Section or Page Number

Special Features Informative Articles

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Tips and Tidbits Brain Games Recipes Local, State and Federal Resource Listings Page for Taking Notes Advertisers Index with Phone Numbers SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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contents SUMMER/FALL 2018

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

DAILY CARE ASSISTANCE 13 Amerigroup Medicare Solutions. . . . . . . . . 14-15 What Level of Care is Right for You? . . . . . . . . 16 Home Care vs. Home Health Care. . . . . . . . . 18 Need Long-term Care? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Long–Distance Caregiving Checklist. . . . . . . . . 22 A Hug Away Healthcare, Inc.. . . . . . 17, Back Cover Help for Caregivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Help for Veterans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27 Adult Day Care Centers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-29

TREATMENT & PREVENTION 31 Medical Equipment Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Medication & Medical Services . . . . . . . . . 38-42 Diabetes Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

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What Level of Care is Right for You explains different care options as we age. Find them on page 16.

DOCTORS & DENTISTS 47 Hearing & Deaf Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48-50 Dental Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54-55 Vision Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56-57 House Call Physicians. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Tips on How to Talk to Your Doc. . . . . . . . . . . 59

MEDICAL CENTERS & CLINICS 61 Texas Oncology. . . . . . . . . 60, Inside Back Cover Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospitals. . 62-63 National Association of Social Workers . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover, 64 20 Questions to Ask provides a quick list of important things to ask when searching for senior housing. Find them on pages 82 and 92.

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Types of Residential Care for Seniors. . . . . . 68-69 Products & Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Continuing Care Continuing Care Retirement Communities . . . . . 75 Independent & Retirement. . . . . . . . . . 76 Retirement Center Management. . . 76-77, 85, 91 Independent & Retirement Communities. . . . . 80-81

Assisted Living Colonial Oaks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 83, 91 20 Questions to Ask – Assisted Living. . . . . . . . 82 Assisted Living Communities. . . . . . . . . . . . 86-87 Signs It Might Be Time for Assisted Living . . . . . 84 Memory Care Tips for Effective Alzheimer’s Communication. . . 88 Memory Care Communities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Skilled Nursing/Rehab Sava Senior Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32B, 95 20 Questions to Ask – Skilled Nursing. . . . . . . 92 Baywood Crossing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93, 32A

Tips for Effective Alzheimer’s Communication are on page 88.

Skilled Nursing/Rehab Facilities . . . . . . . . . . 96-98 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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FINAL PLANNING 101 Preparing & Presenting a Eulogy. . . . . . . . . . 100 Final Planning Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . 104-108 Understanding Hospice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Hospices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112-113

RELAX & RESTORE 115 Collette Travel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

LEGAL & FINANCIAL 125 5 Must–Have Legal Documents. . . . . . . . . . . 130

TRANSPORTATION 133 Obtaining a Disabled or Elderly Placard/Plate. . 132 Transportation Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134-135 Over 65 Driving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136-137

NON-PROFITS & SENIOR SERVICES 139 Non-Profits/Senior Services. . . . . . . . . . 146-157

SPECIAL FEATURES Page for Taking Notes . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 160 Recipes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102, 128

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

See page 132.

Notes

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Where We Cover North Edition Bryan College Station

Navasota

Brenham Hempstead

Waller

Bellville

Sealy Columbus

Southwest Edition

Southeast Edition

If you need copies of the Senior Resource Guide for your organization, business, church or event, contact us to receive them FREE of charge.

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From the Publisher

PU BLI S H E R & E DI T OR -I N-CH I E F Karyn Dean S RG CALE NDAR S UB M I S S I ONS srgcalendar@SRGserv.com

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hile caregiving for my grandmother (Cora Hobbs), 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 organization, we are committed to assisting those on their quest for active aging, which for many includes caregiving.

Here’s to your quest!

CONT R I B UT OR S Mayo Clinic, NIHSeniorHealth.gov, Jeff Carmack, Mark Carlson, MD, John B. Earthman, The American Elder Care Research Organization ART DIRECTION/GRAPHIC PRODUCTION Tom Kircher ACCOUNT E XE CUT I V E S Alex Dean – Director of Business Development James Kuzilla – Senior Account Executive M AR KE T I NG Jennifer Dean Stavert – Director of Marketing Winona Vo – Senior Marketing Executive DI S T R I B UT I ON Brian Stavert – Manager Myles Moore – Senior Distribution Executive CH I E F E XE CUT I V E OF F I CE R Terry Dean P R E S I DE NT Karyn Dean S E CR E TARY Megan Medlin Senior Resource Guide is published semi-annually for three regions of the Greater Houston area by: SRG Services, Inc. 311 Julie Rivers Drive, Sugar Land, Texas 77498 281–277–2333 SRGserv.com Southeast Edition: Summer/Fall 2018 ©2018

kdean@SRGserv.com Disclaimer of Endorsement: Reference herein to any specific products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the Senior Resource Guide.® The views and opinions of authors herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of Senior Resource Guide® and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.

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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.

Alzheimer’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 Alzheimer’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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Chronic disease affects millions of people, placing a significant burden on the individual as well as the healthcare system.

The Area Agency on Aging provides proven programs that will empower people to manage their own care and improve their quality of life. All programming is FREE. Space is limited.

Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshops are designed to help participants learn how chronic health conditions affect their lives and then gain the confidence to manage their symptoms. These are small group workshops, interactive, and lead by trained and certified leaders. This workshop meets weekly for six weeks. Sessions run between 2 and 2 ½ hours. Other workshops include Chronic Pain Self-Management and Diabetes Self-Management. *Chronic Pain includes the Moving Easy Program.

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Health Education and Caregiver Workshops

A Matter of Balance Workshop is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Learn practical coping strategies, as well as balance and strength movements, to take more control of your life.

This workshop has eight sessions with the option of meeting once or twice per week. Sessions run between 2 and 2 ½ hours.

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention teaches Dr. Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Health program. This workshop helps to relieve arthritis pain and improve balance to reduce the risk for falls. It has also been approved by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) as well as arthritis foundations from around the world. This workshop meets twice a week for eight weeks.

Sessions run one hour.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a self-care education program for family caregivers to improve self-care behaviors, management of emotions, selfefficacy, and use of community resources. This workshop meets weekly for six weeks. Sessions run between 2 and 2 ½ hours.

To see a workshop schedule or to register, call Outreach Coordinator Amy Comer at 832-681-2575 or online at http://www.h-gac.com/human-services/aging/ and click on “Health Education and Caregiver Workshops.”

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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 www.211texas.org.

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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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Help for Caregivers Caregiver information, research, education, services and advocacy AARP • aarp.org • 888–687–2277 AgingCare.com Alzheimer’s Association • alz.org/care • 800–272–3900 American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging abanet.org/aging ARCH National Respite Network • archrespite.org • 703–256–2084 Care Connection Aging and Disability Resource Center careconnection.org • 877–393–1090 Caregiver Action Network • caregiveraction.org • 202–454–3970 Caregiver Resource Network • caregiverresource.net • 888–456–5664 Family Caregiver Alliance • caregiver.org • 800–445–8106 Harris County Area Agency on Aging houstontx.gov/health/Aging • 713–837–0311 HELPGUIDE.org • helpguide.org Houston-Galveston Area Agency on Aging • h-gac.com • 713–627–3200 Leading Age • leadingage.org • 202–788–2242 National Alliance for Caregiving • caregiving.org • 301–718–8444 National Caregivers Library • caregiverslibrary.org • 804–327–1111 Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services hhs.texas.gov • 855–937–2372 Today’s Caregiver • caregiver.com • 800–829–2734 USA.gov • usa.gov • 844–872–4681 Caregiver Training Alzheimer’s Association • alz.org • 800–272–3900 Area Agency on Aging • h-gac.com • 713–993–2436 Care Connection Aging and Disability Resource Center careconnection.org • 877–393–1090 Caregiverlist • caregiverlist.com • 312–669–8821 CFHED • caregivertraining.org • 877–747–1542 Harris County Area Agency on Aging • houstontx.gov/health/Aging Red Cross • redcross.org

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Help for Veterans Clinics Beaumont VA Outpatient Clinic • 409–981–8550 Conroe VA Outpatient Clinic • 936–522–4000 Galveston VA Outpatient Clinic • 409–761–3200 Katy VA Outpatient Clinic • 281–578–4600 Lake Jackson VA Outpatient Clinic • 979–230–4852 Richmond VA Outpatient Clinic • 832–595–7700 Texas City VA Outpatient Clinic • 409–986–2900 Tomball Outpatient Clinic • 281–516–1505 Financial Aid Catholic Charities • 713–237–8881 Impact a Hero • impactahero.org Horizon Outreach • horizonoutreach.org • 713–467–4966 Texas VFW Foundation • texasvfw.org Funeral and Burial Assistance Department of Veterans Affairs • www.va.gov • 800–827–1000 Gold Star Wives of America • goldstarwives.org Government Headstone or Markers • www.va.gov • 800–827–1000 Military Funeral Honors • militaryfuneralhonors.osd.mil VA Houston National Veterans Cemetery • www.cem.va.gov • 281–447–8686 Help Lines Caregivers Support Line • 855–260–3274 South Texas Veterans Health Care System • 888–686–6350 Nurses answering health questions Veterans Crisis Line • veteranscrisisline.net • 800–273–8255 Veterans Free Live Chat and Legal Hotline • 800–622–2520 - Option 2 United Way of Houston • unitedwayhouston.org • 713–957–4357 Legal Lone Star Lawyers for Lone Star Veterans, Lone Star Legal Aid • probono.net 254–756–7944 NVLSP • nvlsp.org • 202–265–8305 Texas Law Help • texaslawhelp.org/veterans Texas Lawyers for Texas Veterans • texasbar.com/veterans Texas Veterans Legal Assistance Project (VLAP) • tlsc.org • 800–622–2520 Veteran Legal Initiative • hba.org/services/veterans–legal–initiative • 713–333–8387

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Medical Equipment Assistance Brazoria Lions Club................................................979–233–1047 Medical equipment to loan • e-clubhouse.org/sites/brazoriatx/ Disabled Parking Application...................................888–368–4689 Permanent disabled person placards are valid for four years and temporarily disabled person placards are valid for no more than six months. Applications may be obtained from the Internet. • www.tx.dmv.gov

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Medication & Medical Services Kroger Pharmacy..................................................866–221–4141 kroger.com H-E-B Pharmacy.....................................................855–803–0611 hebpharmacy.com Walgreens Pharmacy.............................................800–925–4733 walgreens.com Community Program Medication Assistance Community Medicaid/STAR+PLUS...........................800–772–1213 Harris County Area Agency on Aging......................832–393–4301 Harris County Hospital District................................713–566–6509 HCHD Quentin Mease Geriatric Clinic.....................713–873–3700 MHMRA of Harris County......................................713–970–7000 Texas DADS In–Home and Family Support................713–696–8053 Assistance with the cost of medication, medical supplies, 855–937–2372 METROLift tickets for doctor’s visits, and attendant

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Medication Delivery Services Citicouriers...........................................................713–521–4488 Medication Management Program Harris County Area Agency on Aging......................713–794–9001 Eligible seniors living in Harris County can receive visits 800–213–8417 in their homes to have their medications reviewed and also receive a fire/ waterproof locked box in which to store their medications information.

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Nightingale Adult Day Center.................................713–981–1543 Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services............512–407–3250

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Wortham Center...................................................713–237–1439 University of Houston Speech and Hearing Clinic........713–743–2898

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Dental Services Free Services Area Agency on Aging – Harris County...................832–393–4301 60+, includes dentures; one year waiting list; services based on availability

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ECHOS................................................................713–270–0369 Provided by the UT Dental Branch mobile van: simple procedures only; waiting list; call ahead • echos–houston.org

Second Mile – Fort Bend County.............................281–261–9199 Low, Flat Fee or Sliding Scale Access Health – Fort Bend......................................281–969–1838 Bering Dental Clinic (HIV positive only)......................713–529–6071 Central Care CHC – Riverside..................... 713–831–9654 x3315 Denver Harbor Community Health Center.................713–674–3326 El Centro de Corazón – Eastwood Clinic..................713–926–6229 Good Neighbor Health Care Center........................713–529–3597 Harris Health System.............................................713–566–6509 Payment plan can be arranged; Call for locations • harrishealth.org HOPE Clinic – Alvin..............................................281–331–3288 Basic and emergency care; must be screened for eligibility; appointments are limited • hope–clinic.org

Ibn Sina Foundation Community Clinic.....................281–438–7462 Service to all ethnic groups • ibnsinafoundation.org Interfaith Community Clinic.....................................281–364–7889 interfaithcommunityclinic.org Legacy Community Health Center............................832–548–5000 Lone Star Community Health Center.........................936–523–5292 lonestarfamily.org 54

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Pasadena Community Health Center .......................713–554–1091 San Jose Clinic.....................................................713–228–9411 sanjoseclinic.org School of Dentistry................................................713–486–4000 Procedures by supervised students during school semesters only; emergency care and comprehensive care; see website for information about services and process to be seen • db.uth.tmc.edu

School of Dentistry Mobile Dental Van................ 713–500–4000 x2 Call for locations • db.uth.tmc.edu

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Oral Health Program.............................................512–776–7323

Shifa Clinic – Houston...........................................281–561–5767 shifaclinichouston.org Spring Branch Community Health Center..................713–462–6545 Stephen F. Austin Health Center – Brazoria...............281–824–1480 Mobile Dentists Texas Mobile Dentists.............................................866–988–4504 texasmobiledentists.com

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Vision Services American Glaucoma Society https://aaosso.americanglaucomasociety.net/ags/Find–An–AGS–Doctor Searchable database of members – ophthalmologists specializing in glaucoma.

Council of Citizens with Low Vision International.......800–733–2258 Glaucoma Research Foundation..............................800–826–6693 glaucoma.org

National Eye Institute (NEI).....................................301–496–5248 nei.nih.gov

National Association for Visually Handicapped.........212–889–3141 navh.org

The Glaucoma Foundation.....................................212–285–0080 glaucomafoundation.org

Free, Low Fee or Sliding Scale Area Agency on Aging – Harris County...................832–393–4301 60+, eye exam and glasses • houstontx.gov Christian Community Service Center........................713–871–9741 Call for available dates and to verify eligibility • ccschouston.org DARS – Division for Blind Services...........................800–628–5115 Resource for Visually Impaired • dars.state.tx.us ECHOS................................................................713–270–0369 echos–houston.org EyeCare America..................................................877–887–6327 eyecareamerica.org Harris Health System.............................................713–556–6509 harrishealth.org Humble Area Assistance Ministries (HAAM)..............281–446–3663 haamministries.org In–Focus Vision Stations.........................................866–398–7525 infocusonline.org La Nueva Casa De Amigos Health Center................713–547–8000 nters/LaNuevaCasa.htm Legacy Community Health Center............................713–830–3000 legacycommunityhealth.org Ministry Assistance of Near NW Alliance................713–682–7556 Vision screenings; will refer out for glasses; sliding scale down to zero if needed

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Ophthalmologists Referrals (65+).............................800–222–3937 Prevent Blindness Texas..........................................713–526–2559 The Lighthouse of Houston......................................713–527–9561 houstonlighthouse.org VISION USA........................................................800–766–4466 aoa.org/visionusa.xml Low Vision Products Enhanced Vision...................................................888–811–3161 enhancedvision.com/low–vision–products.html Donations – Eyeglasses The Lions Eye Bank of Texas....................................713–798–5545 House Call Eye Physicians Home Eye Doc......................................................281–841–2723 homeeyedoc.com Mobile Eye Institute...............................................713–743–2659 opt.uh.edu

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Mission Cataract USA............................................555–797–1629 missioncataractUSA.org Mission Greenspoint..............................................281–872–1422 missiongreenspoint.org

Organization databases – low vision services, state or local area: American Association of the Deaf–Blind...................301–495–4403 aadb.org American Council of the Blind.................................800–424–8666 acb.org National Council of State Agencies for the Blind ncsab.org National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped 202–707–5100 loc.gov/nls/ VisionAware.......................................................... visionaware.org VisionServe Alliance..............................................314–961–8235 visionservealliance.org

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DOCTORS & DENTISTS

House Call Physicians Geriatric Home Care Physicians...............................281–491–6767 ghcphouston.com Owen Capocyan, MD.............................................281–342–3400 oakbendmedicalgroup.com Personal Physician Group........................................713–524–9800 ppghouston.com Quentin Mease House Call Program..........................713–566–6832 harrishealth.org Visiting Physicians Association.................................713–532–6884 visitingphysicians.com Julie Lester, DPM (podiatry)......................................713–234–7057 sugarlandpodiatrist.com

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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.

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HOUSING

Types of Residential

Residence

Independent Living Type

Assisted Living Communities

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

Services

Regulation

• • • •

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.

Laundry/linen service Meals Transportation Social activities

• • • • • Note – there are more • expensive communities • that have all the luxuries of • country clubs.

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Not Regulated

Laundry/Linen Service Meals Transportation Social activities Bathing/Dressing Toileting Housekeeping Medication assistance Security and emergency calls

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Also Known • Retirement Communities • Retirement Homes As • Senior Apartments • Senior Housing

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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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Laundry/linen service Meals Transportation Social activities Bathing/Dressing Toileting Housekeeping Medication assistance Security and emergency calls 24 hr nursing care Condition specific care Hospice/end of life services Doctors on call

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APT = LAPT = H = RSP = MC =

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ANGLETON Country Village Care 721 W Mulberry Street 77515 979–849–8281 BAY CITY The Legacy Assisted & Independent Living 720 12th Street 77414 979–245–1245 GALVESTON The Meridian Retirement Community 2228 Seawall Boulevard 77550 409–763–6437

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LAKE JACKSON Carriage Inn – Lake Jackson 130 Lake Road 77566 979–285–0300 RSP, MC, TS, HH 4, 5, 6 LEAGUE CITY The Crossings 255 North Egret Bay Boulevard 77573 281–525–4320

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These listings cover Greater Houston’s Southeast Region.

If you need resources for other areas, visit srgserv.com or pick up a copy of the Senior Resource Guide for the area you need.

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The Village of the Heights

The Village of Meyerland

Assisted Living & Memory Care 713.802.9700

Assisted Living & Memory Care 713.665.4141

The Village of River Oaks

The Village of Tanglewood

License # 106191

Independent, Assisted Living & Memory Care - 713.952.7600

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Independent Living 713.977.1400

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Carriage Inn - Katy

Independent, Assisted Living & Memory Care - 281.392.2800

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Village on the Park-Houston

License #141146

Independent Living 936.760.1966

Independent, Assisted Living & Memory Care - 281.970.7979 License # 141156

Carriage Inn - Lake Jackson Independent & Assisted Living 979.285.0300

Village on the Park-Friendswood Independent Living 281.996.8871

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Independent & Assisted Living 979.731.1300

Assisted Living & Memory Care 281.257.2299

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Independent & Assisted Living 936.295.0600

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Apartments for 55+ Low–Income Affordable Apartments 55+ Residential Neighborhood Respite Care Memory Care

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ALVIN Alvin Memorial Gardens 916 South Gordon 77511 281–331–1214

5 = Accepts Long–Term Care Insurance 6 = Accepts Veterans Benefits

GALVESTON The Meridian Retirement Community 2228 Seawall Boulevard 77550 409–763–6437

BAYTOWN Alexander Hall Apartments 5802 West Baker Road 77520 281–425–1220 Birdsong Place Villas 1017 Birdsong Drive 77521 281–420–1000 Shady Creek Premier Retirement Community 1220 Knowlton Road 77520 281–428–1233 DEER PARK The Waterford at Deer Park 201 McDermott Street 77504 866–364–8775 DICKINSON Mariposa Apartment Homes at Bay Colony 1101 FM 517 West 77539 281–534–1122 FRIENDSWOOD Gardens at Friendswood Lake 1423 West Parkwood Avenue 77546 281–648–1044 Hope Village Home 4 15403 Hope Village Road 77546 281–482–7926

Transportation Services On–Site Home Health On–Site Rehab On–Site Physician Services

Trinity Care Senior Living 227 East Edgewood Drive 77546 281–482–9700 Village on the Park – Friendswood 400 East Parkwood Drive 77546 281–996–8871 TS, HH 4

ANGLETON Country Village Care Inc P C 721 West Mulberry Street 77515 979–849–8281 Magnolia Acres 108 Deborah Drive 77515 979–849–2301 Whites Cottage Center 332 Marshall Alley 77515 979–849–4744

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HEMPSTEAD Shady Oaks Apartments Limited 506 Ellen Powell Drive 77445 936–857–5511 HOUSTON Mariposa Apartment Homes at Reed Road 2889 Reed Road 77051 713–738–1222 Telephone Road Apartments 6000 Telephone Road 77087 713–645–2131 Villas on Winkler 8625 Winkler Drive 77017 713–910–7774 APT, LAPT, TS 4 JACINTO CITY Big Bass Resort 9701 Market Street 77029 713–675–8800 KEMAH Lake Haven Apartments 1051 Columbia Memorial Parkway 77565 281–538–5559 APT

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LA PORTE Mariposa Apartment Homes at Pecan Park 3535 Canada Road 77571 281–479–0100 Parsons House La Porte 8727 W Fairmont Parkway 77571 281–407–9741 LEAGUE CITY Regal Estates of League City 500 Enterprise Avenue 77573 281–549–5798 The Crossings 255 North Egret Bay Boulevard 77573 281–525–4320 PASADENA Bayshore Towers Apartments 3219 Burke Road 77504 713–947–0754 Evangeline Booth Garden Apartments 2627 Cherrybrook Lane 77502 713–920–1844 The Parkway Senior Apartments 3663 Fairmont Parkway 77504 281–487–9900

PEARLAND Trinity Oaks of Pearland 3033 Pearland Parkway 77581 281–997–8880 Villages of Towne Lake 4055 Village Drive 77581 281–997–5533 SANTA FE Heritage Crossing Apartments 12402 11th Street 77510 409–925–3838 SWEENY The Fountains Assisted Living 1101 E. Second Street 77480 979–548–1524 TEXAS CITY Morningstar Villas 3505 Magnolia Street 77590 409–945–0400 WEBSTER Baybrook Park Apartments 500 W. Texas Avenue 77598 281–332–6262 Brookdale Clear Lake 780 West Bay Area Boulevard 77598 281–617–2363

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LAKE JACKSON Carriage Inn – Lake Jackson 130 Lake Road 77566 979–285–0300 RSP, MC, TS, HH 4, 5, 6 Lake Jackson Manor Apartments 120 Garland Drive 77566 979–297–2500 Plantation Villas Retirement Community 202 Oak Drive South 77566 979–297–9584

WEST COLUMBIA Brooks Manor Apartments 444 Jefferson Street 77486 979–345–5557

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20 Questions to Ask

WHEN LOOKING FOR AN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY 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. What kind of experience and training does the staff possess?

3. Is there an initial assessment prior to admission?

4. If there is a waiting list, how many are on it and what is the policy?

5. What are the billing and payment policies and procedures?

6. Is there a security deposit and is it refundable?

7. What and how much are additional services not included in the monthly fee?

8. What additional services are available if resident’s needs change?

9. What is the discharge policy?

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

resident’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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A Mission of Service

Driven from the Heart

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Whether you’re looking to move somewhere that provides an invigorating lifestyle with new adventures each day and new friendships or a place that provides a little more assistance, Colonial Oaks has a home for you.

Our Lifestyle options include Assisted Living and Memory Care.

PROVIDING CARE AND SERVICE TO OUR RESIDENTS, THEIR FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY FOR OVER 40 YEARS.

Contact one of our neighborhood locations for more information.

Colonial Oaks Pearland 2940 Cullen Pkwy, Pearland 77584 (281) 997-2500 Lic #103887

Colonial Oaks Pasadena 4004 Vista Rd, Pasadena 77504 (713) 941-4663 Lic #000951

Colonial Oaks – Houston Braeswood 7800 N Stadium Dr, Houston 77030 (713) 799-8200 Lic #030311

Colonial Oaks – Katy 21601 Provincial Blvd, Katy 77450 (281) 578-2222 Lic #103010

Colonial Oaks – Houston Westchase 11395 Richmond Ave, Houston 77082 (281) 759-2900 Lic #010308

Colonial Oaks – Sugar Land 13825 Lexington Blvd, Sugar Land 77478 (281) 277-0900 Lic #030191 SENIOR

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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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Superior Quality Care and Attention | 24 Hour Personal Assistance Individual and Shared Studios with Private Bathrooms | Restaurant Style Dining Lounge / Sports Bar | Hair and Nail Salon | Enclosed Courtyards with Walking Paths All Utilities Paid including Phone, Cable, and WiFi | Competitive Pricing

HOUSING: Assisted Living

We embrace and appreciate the opportunity to care for your loved one.

Courtyard View from Every Room

Come see what makes us different.

Call for a tour today!

For more information about our beautiful Assisted Living & Memory Care Community please call 832-574-5523 or visit our website www.ParkatBayArea.com.

5000 Space Center Blvd, Pasadena, TX 77505. License pending.

At our Assisted Living Communities, we don’t just care for you, we care about you.

www.rcmseniorliving.com

Baytown’s FIRST residential assisted living Our rates are all INCLUSIVE! There is no additional fee for the individualized care we provide such as assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, plus more. We also provide medication management, housekeeping, laundry, Assisted Living meals/snack and activities. Visiting medical, home-health and therapists are available.

We have 2 locations in Baytown, Texas. Call Virginia Campbell at 713-298-5098

ADL

Owned and operated by a Registered Occupational Therapist • No extra fee for Residents with Dementia

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APT = LAPT = H = RSP = MC =

Apartments for 55+ Low–Income Affordable Apartments 55+ Residential Neighborhood Respite Care Memory Care

1 = Accepts Medicaid 2 = Accepts Medicare

= = = =

3 = Accepts Private Insurance 4 = Accepts Private Pay

ALVIN Desire to Live 2220 CR 144 77511 832–512–3863

Plantation Villas Community 202 Oak Drive South 77566 979–297–9584

BAYTOWN ADL Assisted Living 3604 Autumn Lane 77521 713–298–5098 RSP, MC

LEAGUE CITY Orchard Park at Victory Lakes 2760 West Walker Street 77573 281–369–4404

Remington Park Assisted Living Residence 901 West Baker Road 77521 281–427–4373

DICKINSON La Vita Bella 3527 Oak Drive 77539 281–534–9404 FRIENDSWOOD Brookdale Friendswood 1310 Friendswood Drive S 77546 281–509–9449 GALVESTON The Meridian Retirement Community 2228 Seawall Boulevard 77550 409–763–6437 HOUSTON Brookdale Ellington Field 14101 Bay Pointe Court 77062 281–410–8120 Oak Shadows 4801 Allendale 77017 713–941–7700 LA PORTE Parsons House La Porte 8727 W Fairmont Parkway 77571 281–407–9741

5 = Accepts Long–Term Care Insurance 6 = Accepts Veterans Benefits

Elmcroft at Lake Jackson 206 Oak Drive South 77566 979–297–5577

ANGLETON Country Village Care Inc P C 721 W Mulberry Street 77515 979–849–8281

Swan Manor Assisted Living 2508 Ward Road 77520 281–422–9030

Transportation Services On–Site Home Health On–Site Rehab On–Site Physician Services

LAKE JACKSON Carriage Inn – Lake Jackson 130 Lake Road 77566 979–285–0300 RSP, MC, TS, HH 4, 5, 6

Talbots Kozy Korner, LLC 1501 Parkway 77511 281–331–1289

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Regal Estates Assisted Living and Retirement 500 Enterprise Avenue 77573 281–538–5993 The Crossings 255 North Egret Bay Boulevard 77573 866–633–6535 PASADENA Colonial Oaks at Vista 4004 Vista Road 7750 713–941–4663 Heritage House, LLC 3910 Fairmont Parkway 77504 281–998–8786 Pine Tree Assisted Living 5128 Pine Avenue 77503 281–487–3113 PEARLAND Colonial Oaks Pearland 2940 Cullen Parkway 77584 281–997–2500 SWEENY The Fountains Assisted Living 1101 E. Second Street 77480 979–548–1524 TEXAS CITY The Independence Village 905 Highway 3N 77591 409–935–4335 The Wood Group 5825 E F Lowry Expressway 77591 409–935–4629

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WEBSTER Heartis Clear Lake 14520 Old Galveston Road 77598 281–488–0762

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HOUSING: Assisted Living

Elmcroft of The Mainland 1901 N Amburn Road 77591 409–935–6620

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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 National Institute on Aging – nia.nih.gov BrightFocus Foundation – brightfocus.org WebMD – webmd.com Caregiver ACTION Network – caregiveraction.org

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APT = LAPT = H = RSP =

Apartments for 55+ Low–Income Affordable Apartments 55+ Residential Neighborhood Respite Care

1 = Accepts Medicaid 2 = Accepts Medicare

TS HH RH PS

= = = =

3 = Accepts Private Insurance 4 = Accepts Private Pay

Transportation Services On–Site Home Health On–Site Rehab On–Site Physician Servicess

5 = Accepts Long–Term Care Insurance 6 = Accepts Veterans Benefits

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Serenity Gardens 1816 Gill Road 77539 832–738–1576

Orchard Park at Victory Lakes 2760 West Walker Street 77573 281–369–4404 The Cottages at Clear Lake I and II 400 Landing Boulevard 77573 713–391–8453

FRIENDSWOOD Serenity Gardens 118 West Willowick Avenue 77546 832–738–1576

PEARLAND Autumn Grove Cottage – Pearland 3403 Southfork Parkway 77578 281–220–0882

HOUSTON Autumn Leaves of Clear Lake 14225 Crescent Landing Drive 77062 281–938–2800

Autumn Leaves of Pearland 11200 Discovery Bay Drive 77584 713–436–3941

Light Heart Memory Care 910 Kings Gate Lane 77258 281–282–0770

Brookdale Pearland 2121 Scarsdale Boulevard 77581 281–394–1868

Light Heart Memory Care – Hollydale 15015 Hollydale 77062 281–282–9599

The Hampton at Pearland 2121 Scarsdale Boulevard 77581 281–464–8740

LAKE JACKSON Carriage Inn – Lake Jackson 130 Lake Road 77566 979–285–0300 RSP, TS, HH 4, 5, 6

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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 resident’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.?

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The Premier Skilled Nursing Facility in the Greater Houston Area

baywood crossing rehabilitation & healthcare center 5020 Space Center Boulevard, Pasadena, Texas 77505

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Experience a facility where compassion is paramount and residents’ needs are priority.

Skilled Nursing • Long-Term & Short Term • Respite Care Call today for a tour and more information!

We accept Medicare, Medicaid, Medicaid Pending and some insurances.

832-572-7575 • RollingBrookRehab.com • 750 Rollingbrook Drive Baytown, TX 77521 BAYWIND VILLAGE Phone: (281) 332-9588 • Fax: (281) 316-2715 League City TX 77573 • 411 Alabama Avenue www.baywindvillagecare.net • Chris Barcelo, Administrator Baywind Village is a privately owned skilled nursing and rehabilitation center that has served the League City area for over 30 years. We specialize in individualized pulmonary and physical rehabilitation, comprehensive wound care and 24hr nursing care to assist in our patients healing. Our rehab amenities include a separate entrance, dining room and 21 private suites. For kind, compassionate care, call Baywind Village and schedule your tour today!

SRG Dictionary

skilled nursing facility (SNF) [skild nŭrs’ing fă-sil’i-tē]

1. Also known as nursing homes, they serve as licensed healthcare residences for individuals who require a higher level of medical care. 24-hour medical attention is provided and they are commonly used for short-term rehabilitative stays.

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focus on people, our residents

HOUSING: Skilled Nursing/Rehab

SavaSeniorCare

their lives, their families HOUSTON AREA

Brazosview Healthcare Center Richmond 281-342-2801

Memorial City Health and Rehab Houston 713-468-7821

Westchase Health and Rehabilitation Center Houston 713-777-7241

First Colony Health and Rehabilitation Center* Missouri City 281-499-4710

Northwest Health and Rehabilitation Center* Houston 281-440-9000

Woodwind Lakes Health and Rehabilitation Center Houston 713-466-8933

The Westbury Place Houston 713-721-0297

SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES Bay Villa Healthcare Center Bay City 979-245-6327 Faith Memorial Nursing Home* Pasadena 713-473-8573

Kountze Nursing Center Kountze 409-246-3418

Sweeny House* Sweeny 979-548-3383

Pasadena Care Center Pasadena 713-943-1592

Winchester Lodge Healthcare Center* Alvin 281-331-6125

Pine Arbor Silsbee 409-385-0033

*Dementia Care/Secure Unit

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AZ = MC = NRH = RSP = HS = HH = PS =

Alzheimer’s Certified Assistance Memory Care Skilled Nursing with Rehabilitation Respite Care On-Site Hospice Services On-Site Home Health Services On-Site Physician Services

1 = 2 = 3 = 4 = 5 = 6 =

Medicaid Accepted Medicare Accepted Private Insurance Accepted Private Pay Accepted Long-Term Care Insurance Accepted Veterans Benefits Accepted

A = Total beds in the facility, including non-participating or non-licensed areas B = Total certified Medicare beds in the facility C = Total certified Medicaid beds in the facility ALVIN Laurel Court 3830 Mustang Road 77511 281–824–0070

Green Acres of Baytown 2000 Beaumont Road 77520 281–427–4774 Saint James House 5800 West Baker Road 77520 281–425–1200

Winchester Lodge Healthcare Center 1112 Smith Drive 77511 281–331–6125 A=94 B=94 C=94

CLUTE Creekside Village Healthcare 914 Brazosport Boulevard N 77531 979–265–4794

ANGLETON Country Village Care Assisted Living 721 West Mulberry Street 77515 979–849–8281

Woodlake Nursing Center 603 East Plantation Road 77531 979–265–4221

Cypress Woods Care Center 135 1/2 Hospital Drive 77515 979–849–8221

DEER PARK San Jacinto Manor Skilled Nursing & Rehab 206 West P Street 77536 281–479–8471

BAY CITY Bay Villa Healthcare Center 1800 13th Street 77414 979–245–6327 A=105 B=105 C=0

FRIENDSWOOD Friendship Haven Healthcare & Rehabiliation Center 1500 Sunset Drive 77546 281–992–4300

Matagorda Nursing and Rehab Center 4521 Avenue F 77414 979–245–7369 Matagorda House Skilled Nursing Center 700 12th Street 77414 979–245–7800 BAYTOWN Allenbrook Healthcare Center 4109 Allenbrook Drive 77521 281–422–3546

GALVESTON Gulf Healthcare Center 3702 Cove View Boulevard 77554 409–740–7330 HOUSTON Afton Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center 7514 Kingsley 77087 713–644–8393

Baytown Nursing and Rehab Center 3921 North Main Street 77521 281–422–9541 A=120 B=10 C=0 NRH, RSP, HS, PS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Cedar Bayou Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 2000 West Baker Road 77521 281–427–9120 A=125 B=78 C=125 NRH, RSP, HS, PS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

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Friendswood Healthcare Center 213 East Heritage Drive 77546 281–993–5129

Bridgecrest Rehabilitation Suites 14100 Karissa Court 77049 713–340–5200 Clear Brook Crossing Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center 10800 Flora Mae Meadows Road 77089 832–328–2350

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Jacinto City Healthcare Center 1405 Holland Street 77029 713–455–1744 A=148 B=148 C=148 AZ, MC, NRH, RSP, HS, PS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Pasadena Care Center 4006 Vista Road 77504 713–943–1592 A=116 B=116 C=116 NRH, RSP, HS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 The Courtyards at Pasadena 4048 Red Bluff Road 77503 713–477–7877

Park Manor of South Belt 11902 Resource Parkway 77089 281–922–6802

The Medical Resort at Bay Area 4900 East Sam Houston S 77505 281–998–0399

LAKE JACKSON Brazosport Regional Health System 100 Medical Drive 77566 979–297–4411

Vista Continuing Care Center 4300 Vista Road 77504 713–946–6787

Lake Jackson Healthcare Center 413 Garland Drive 77566 979–297–3266

PEARLAND The Colonnades at Reflection Bay 12001 Shadow Creek Parkway 77584 713–434–3800

Oak Village Healthcare 204 Oak Drive South 77566 979–297–0425

Tuscany Village 2750 Miller Ranch Road 77584 713–770–5300

LA MARQUE Bayou Pines Care Center 4905 Fleming Street 77568 409–938–8282

Windsong Village Nursing & Rehabilitation 3400 East Walnut Street 77581 281–485–2776

HOUSING: Skilled Nursing/Rehab

Courtyard Residence & Rehabilitation Center 7499 Stanwick Drive 77087 713–640–1682

SWEENY Sweeny House 109 North McKinney 77480 979–548–3383 A=94 B=88 C=88

LA PORTE La Porte Healthcare Center 208 South Utah Street 77571 281–471–1810 LEAGUE CITY Baywind Village Skilled Nursing and Rehab 411 Alabama Avenue 77573 281–332–9588 A=113 B=113 C=113 NRH, HS, HH, PS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Harbourview Care Center 300 Enterprise Avenue 77573 281–334–4243 Regent Care Center of League City 2620 West Walker Street 77573 281–309–5400 PASADENA Baywood Crossing 5020 Space Center Boulevard 77505 713–575–1800 A=124 B=124 C=85 NRH, RSP, HS, PS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Faith Memorial Nursing Home 811 Garner Road 77502 713–473–8573 A=120 B=120 C=0 Paramount Senior Care Centers at Pasadena 3434 Watters Road 77504 713–941–9155

TEXAS CITY Ashton Parke Care Center 210 Gulf Freeway 77591 409–935–0300 Gulf Health Care Center 1720 North Logan Street 77590 409–943–4914 Oceanview Healthcare and Rehabilitation 519 9th Avenue North 77590 409–949–9499 Seabreeze Nursing & Rehabilitation 6602 Memorial Drive 77591 409–935–2451 The Lakes at Texas City 424 Tarpey Road 77591 409–938–8431 The Resort at Texas City 1720 North Logan Street 77590 409–943–4914 The Rio at Mainland Center 1011 Mainland Center Drive 77591 713–358–0700 WEBSTER Regency Village 409 West Greene Street 77598 281–332–4738

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AZ = MC = NRH = RSP = HS = HH = PS =

Alzheimer’s Certified Assistance Memory Care Skilled Nursing with Rehabilitation Respite Care On-Site Hospice Services On-Site Home Health Services On-Site Physician Services

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Medicaid Accepted Medicare Accepted Private Insurance Accepted Private Pay Accepted Long-Term Care Insurance Accepted Veterans Benefits Accepted

A = Total beds in the facility, including non-participating or non-licensed areas B = Total certified Medicare beds in the facility C = Total certified Medicaid beds in the facility WEBSTER – Continued Webster Residence & Rehab Center 750 North Texas Avenue 77598 281–332–3496

The Pointe Nursing and Rehab Center 17231 Mill Forest Road 77598 281–488–5224

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Preparing Presenting a

Eulogy

by JOHN B. EARTHMAN

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he purpose of a eulogy is to acknowledge and share information about a person’s life. It is a great honor for someone to present and it’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 you’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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RISOTTO WITH ENGLISH PEAS & MUSSELS Courtesy of Chef Ricardo Palazzo-Giorgio

Photography | Brenlee McKnight

Ingredients 4 cups chicken stock, light 3 tablespoons olive oil 1½ cups white wine pinch of saffron 1 tablespoon butter 1 small onion, finely chopped

1 cup Arborio rice 1 clove garlic, chopped 1 cup fresh English peas, shelled 20 to 25 fresh mussels, scrubbed and beard removed

Heat oil in skillet to 325 degrees. Take asparagus, coat in flour, then egg, then flour again, and then egg again, then Parmesan cheese. Fry until golden brown.

While the asparagus is frying, start the sauce. Heat clarified butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, shallot and lemon zest. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, and then add stock, wine and lemon juice.

When liquids have reduced, add crabmeat, diced tomato, then cold butter, basil and salt, and pepper to taste. When the sauce has a creamy consistency, remove from heat and top the asparagus.

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Final Planning Resources Advance Planning Documents Caring Connections.............................................................. caringinfo.org Free Texas Living Will Form...............................................rocketlawyer.com Powers of Attorney, DNR, and Similar Documents..................texaslawhelp.org Preparing For End-Of-Life Care: Advance Planning Documents.....txcatholic.org Texas Advance Directive Form............................................... everplans.com Texas Health & Human Services.........hhs.texas.gov/laws-regulations/forms/advance-directives Bereavement Support Chapelwood United Methodist Grief Support....................... 713–465–3467 Compassion and Choices End–Of–Life Support.................... 800–247–7421 compassionandchoices.org Grace Presbyterian Grief Support...................................... 713–781–7615 Life After Loss (American Cancer Society).... 713–266–2877 800–227–2345 Lifeline – Support Group for widows/widowers.............................. 281–497–2663 Dignity Memorial L.I.F.T.......................... 713–862–9622 800–344–6489 Memorial Drive Presbyterian Grief Support......................... 713–782–1710 Memorial Drive United Methodist Grief Support................... 713–468–8356 St. Cecilia Grief Support.................................................. 713–465–3414 Samaritan Ministry Also has a support group for caregivers of the sick.............. 281–589–8936 San Jacinto Methodist Hospital, Baytown, Garth Campus....... 281–420–8600 AARP........................................................................................aarp.org Aftertalk...............................................................................aftertalk.com Griefnet................................................................................. griefnet.org GriefShare.......................................................................... griefshare.org Grieving.com....................................................................... grieving.com National Widowers Association...................................nationalwidowers.org

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Outreach Health Services...............................................outreachhealth.com Soul Care Project.......................................................... soulcareproject.org the light beyond............................................................thelightbeyond.com Deceased Identity Theft 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

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• 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 • 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. www.tfsc.state.tx.us or Legal Hotline for Texans at 800–622–2520 Donation of a Body Baylor College of Medicine............................................... 713–798–3858 BIOGIFT.......................................................biogift.org • 866–670–1799 Donate Life Texas.......................................................... donatelifetexas.org Science Care................................................................... sciencecare.com UT Health Science Houston............................................... 713–500–5603 Donor Programs Donate Life Texas............................... donatelifetexas.org • 877–839–2755 LifeGift...............................lifegift.org • 713–523–4438 800–633–6562 Lion’s Eye Bank of Texas at Baylor College of Medicine ............. 713–798–5500 bcm.edu/eye National Kidney Foundation Donor Family Council............... 800–622–9010 kidney.org SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Hospice Foundation of America...................................hospicefoundation.org National Association for Home Care and Hospice............................nahc.org Planning for a Graceful Exit.............www.epicenter.org/wc-end-of-life-planning A guide for planning your own personal “graceful exit.”

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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.

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Final Planning Resources Local Registrars Brazoria County (County Clerk)......................................... 979–864–1355 Fort Bend County (County Clerk)........................................ 281–341–8685 Galveston County (Health District)....................................... 409–938–7221 Harris County (County Clerk)............................................. 713–755–6411 Houston Bureau of Vital Statistics....................................... 713–837–0311 Montgomery County (County Clerk).................................... 936–539–7885 Walker County (County Clerk)........................................... 936–436–4922 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.

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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. “Home� 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.

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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.

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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: www.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 ANGLETON IPH Hospice Care 979–848–8151 BAYTOWN Faith Community Hospice 281–422–0414 ns Harbor Hospice 281–427–3800 BELLAIRE A–Care Home Health Services 713–665–3338 American Hospice 713–839–0579 Hospice Plus 713–665–5065 Houston Solari Hospice Care 713–664–7120 St. Joseph Hospice 713–666–7596 n CLEAR LAKE Advanced Care Hospice 281–204–8944 Hallmark Hospice 281–842–1550 Harbor Hospice 281–467–6038 Hospice Plus 713–665–6065 VITAS Innovative Hospice Care 281–335–3401 CONROE Embracing Hospice 888–797–3489 Lighthouse Hospice of Conroe 888–290–7727 Odyssey Hospice 936–788–7707 New Century Hospice of Piney Woods 832–252–9403 Odyssey Hospice of Conroe 936–539–1400 HOUSTON Amed Community Hospice 713–975–0690 Aurora Hospice 281–377–8077

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Aseracare Hospice 713–864–2626 Asperion Hospice of Houston 713–850–8853 Buckner Hospice Houston 281–493–6800 Christus VNA Hospice & Palliative Care 281–936–5500 Compassionate Care Hospice of Houston 713–667–3247 Corpus Christi Hospice 713–784–2885 East Harris County Hospice 713–450–4500 Evercare Hospice & Palliative Care 713–219–6490 Faith Hospice Care 713–271–5566 Grace Hospice of Texas 281–442–8200 Group Care Hospice 281–493–9744 Gulf Coast Hospice of Houston 713–772–2700 Hallmark Hospice 281–842–1550 Harbor Hospice - 77074 713–777–5290 Harbor Hospice - 77040 713–939–9900 Heart to Heart Hospice of Houston 713–984–2100 n Hospice & Palliative Care of Texas 713–975–6200 Hospice Compassus 713–850–8853 Hospice Plus 713–665–5065 Houston Hospice 713–468–2441 Inter Active Hospice Services 281–892–2000

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SPRING Altus Hospice 281–583–5455 Hospice Plus 713–665–5065 STAFFORD Benevolent Hospice of 281–302–5994 SUGAR LAND Altus Hospice 281–493–9744 Harbor Hospice 832–500–4295 New Century Hospice 281–277–1151 Silverado Hospice 866–493–0675 The Providence Hospice, Inc. 832–532–7538 Your Hospice 713–474–7713 ns

TEXAS CITY Advanced Care Hospice 281–204–8944 Amed Community Hospice 409–935–0169 Hospice Care Team 800–545–8738 THE WOODLANDS Altus Hospice 281–583–5455 Bristol Hospice 281–419–4476 Heart to Heart Hospice 832–300–0134 n Rose of Texas Hospice 855–800–7673 TOMBALL Lighthouse Hospice 281–290–7727 Sunset Hospice 281–290–7600

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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

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freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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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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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.

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Transportation Services American Red Cross – Houston................................713–526–8300 houstonredcross.org American Red Cross – Baytown................................281–424–1300 Avante Medical Transport........................................800–615–7398 Colorado Valley Transit District....... 979–732–6281/800–548–1068 Austin, Colorado, Fort Bend, Waller and Wharton counties – senior citizens 60+–in Austin & Waller Counties ride free

gotransit.org

Connect Transit..........................800–266–2320 or 409–945–0820 Brazoria and Galveston counties • gulfcoastcenter.org Fort Bend Catholic Charities Intake.... 866–649–5862/281–202–6200 catholiccharities.org/mamiegeorge Ft Bend County Public Transit......281–633–7433 (or 866) 751–8747 Fort Bend County and can go to Harris County • fbctransit.org HCCTP.................................................................713–368–7433 Harris County residents, elderly/disabled, wheelchair accessible, Low fee/vouchers • harriscountyrides.com

HERO – Helping Elderly Residents Out.......................713–932–3996 Mon–Wed 9–4, Thur 9–12

Houston–Galveston Area Council on Aging................713–627–3200 Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Colorado, Fort Bend, Galveston, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, Walker, Waller and Wharton counties.

h–gac.com

Interfaith of The Woodlands...................... 281–367–1230 ext. 4242 Provides rides to medical appointments and the grocery store; also has Day Trips – coordinated to local attractions and events • woodlandsinterfaith.org

Loving Kindness, Inc...............................................281–358–6393 Humble, Kingwood, Atascosita; ambulatory only

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Fare discounts on fixed route bus service to seniors, the disabled, and Medicare cardholders. 70+ ride free • ridemetro.org

Montgomery County – Friendship Center......... 936–756-5828 ext. 35 Northwest Community Health Mobility Project.............281–351–8260 Provides service to Tomball, Magnolia, and Walle

nwcommunityhealth.org

Precinct2gether, Inc. – Voucher Program....................281–286–3138 62+ clients/Harris County Precinct 2

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Metro....................................713–635–4000 TTY 713–739–3893

Rodie – Care Connection Aging & Disabilities Resource Center..................................877–393–1090 Rides for people with disabilities and older adults.

Senior Rides and More...........................................713–772–8181 Free transportation in Southwest and North Houston.

seniorridesandmore.org

Senior Wheels (50+ only)........................................281–885–4678 The Friendship Center.............................................936–756–5828 tfc–seniorservices.org Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers.................................713–772–8181 West University Seniors Services/ Recreational Center.............................................713–662–5895 Seniors and disabled; fee involved, non–residents add 50 cents

Air Transportation Acadian Air Med...................................................877–478–7433 Angel Flight..........................................................800–296–1217 Provides access to specialized medical evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation. • angel–flight.org

Angel Flight America..............................................877–621–7177 Free air transportation to specialized health care facilities or distant destinations due to family, community or national crisis. • angelflightamerica.org

AirLifeLine............................................................877–247–5433 Provides travel for those with financial needs who must travel for medical treatment • airlifeline.org

Corporate Angel Network, Inc. (CAN).......................866–328–1313 Finds free transportation (on corporate planes) for cancer patients who need medical treatment. Patients must be ambulatory. • corpangelnetwork.org SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Over 65 Driving DISABLED PARKING PERMITS – To obtain a parking permit: • Harris County

713-368-2153

• Montgomery County

936-539-7896

• Walker County

936-436-4950

• Fort Bend County

281-341-3709

DRIVING CLASSES • AAA Senior Driving

seniordriving.aaa.com

• AARP Online Driving Course

www.aarp.org

• AARP 55 Alive - Safe Driving Classes

aarpdriversafety.org • 888-227-7669

• Memorial Hermann

713-222-2273

TRAFFIC SAFETY lpp.seniordrivers.org Safety and concentration tips; Information for caregivers on “Giving Up Keys” DRIVERS LICENSING 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 INFORMATION AND RESOURCES Auto Safety Hotline

www.nhtsa.dot.gov • 888-327-4236

DriveWell Program 713-858-0552 An educational seminar developed by American Society on Aging and the Safety Administration to promote older driver safety and mobility in the local community.

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Travel rights and information

seniordriving.aaa.com careconnection.org

EMERGENCY MOTORIST ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Motorist Assistance Program (MAP) 713-225-5627 Free assistance to motorists stranded on major freeways inside Houston city limits due to overheating, flat tires, or dry gas tanks.

Patron Emergency Assistance Team (PEAT) 713-222-7328 Free assistance to motorists stranded due to overheating/flat tires/dry gas tanks on the Houston area toll ways.

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Traffic safety implications for older adults

OBTAINING A PLACARD/PLATE FOR THE DISABLED OR ELDERLY 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.

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Champion of Yes

Be Bold and Brave The Arthritis Foundation is boldly leading the fight against arthritis and related diseases. Help make each day another stride towards a cure.

For more information on arthritis and resources visit resourcefinder.arthritis.org.

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Over $9 billion of medical surplus is discarded each year in the U.S. Keeping healthcare resources out of landfills and getting them where they’re needed is what Houston-based Medical Bridges® Inc does. We respond to needs in underserved communities at home and abroad. Thanks to our donors, we’ve shipped millions of dollars of medical supplies and equipment to healthcare providers in 88 countries on 5 continents.

Be Part of the Medical Miracle

Donations of products, money and volunteer time mean children who couldn’t walk now have crutches; more mothers and infants are surviving childbirth; and surgeons have necessary equipment such as EKGs and ultrasounds, and supplies like scalpels, syringes and gloves.

Learn how you can help. Call 713-748-8131 or visit medicalbridges.org.

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Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Colorado, Ft. Bend, Galveston, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, Walker, Waller & Wharton

Meals: Provide nourishing meals with socializing in senior centers and deliver to eligible homebound seniors.

Medicare & other Benefits Assistance: Trained benefits counselors assist Texans over 65 or disabled understand, shop plans and apply for assistance programs for Medicare. Help with Medicaid, health insurance and legal assistance also available.

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Serving Aging Texans

In-Home Services: Help seniors maintain independence with

personal care assistance, health maintenance, home modifications/ accessibility and case management.

Caregiver Support Services: Help family caregivers through a care system of respite care, support groups, and education. Targeting those with greatest economic needs, living in rural areas and caring for those with moderate impairments.

Transportation: Provide medical, senior center and other essential transportation to older Texans.

Nursing Home Advocates: Trained ombudsmen (advocates) visit nursing homes and assisted living facilities to ensure the quality of care and quality of life of residents. They inform residents of their rights and investigate and resolve complaints.

Information & Referrals: Link older Texans and disabled to

community resources.

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Knowing how to spot a stroke can be a lifesaving power when every second counts.

For more information, visit StrokeAssociation.org/StrokeMonth

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HELPING SENIORS REMAIN INDEPENDENT. DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT

No one does it alone. Last year, United Way helped 77,000 seniors stay independent.

Our 2-1-1 Texas/United Way HELPLINE connects you to assistance with needs like medication, transportation, food and housing in your area. We speak 200+ languages and have specialists for seniors, veterans, and family financial stability who are ready to help.

CALL US. Dial 2-1-1 - it’s free, 24/7/365 unitedwayhouston.org

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ANIMAL RESCUE/PET ADOPTION Abandoned Animal Rescue – Tomball . . . . . . . . . aartomball.org • 281–290–0121 American Brittany Rescue. . . . . . . . . . . . americanbrittanyrescue.org • 866–BRIT911 South Texas Animal Adoption Resource. . . . . . . . . . . staarnet.org • 281–392–0927 CASE MANAGEMENT – NONPROFIT/GOVERNMENT AGENCIES Case managers assist senior adults. The case manager then helps arrange for services and finds resources.

Catholic Charities of Archdiocese of Galveston–Houston. . . . . . . . . 713–526–4611 catholiccharities.org Family Services of Greater Houston. . . . . . . . . familyservices.org • 713–861–4849 Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . fortbendseniors.org • 281–633–7049 Includes Waller County Galveston County Community Action Council, Inc. . . . . gccac.org • 409–765–7878 Houston/Galveston Area Agency on Aging. . . . . . . . . h-gac.com • 713–627–3200 Interfaith of the Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . woodlandsinterfaith.org • 281–367–1230 Jewish Family Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . jfshouston.org • 713–667–9336 Lighthouse of Houston. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . houstonlighthouse.org • 713–527–9561 for the blind and visually impaired Montgomery County Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . mowmc.org • 936–756–5828 Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . 855–937–2372 www.dads.state.tx.us DISABILITIES Information and Referral for Those with Disabilities Brazoria County Center for Independent Living V/TTY. . . . . . . . . . . 979–849–7060 Information on disability programs and services nationwide. . . . . . . . . Disability.gov Fort Bend County Center for Independent Living. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–980–2219 Harris County Area Agency on Aging – Benefits Counselors. . . . . . . 713–794–9001 houstontx.gov/Aging 800–213–8471 Harris County Social Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.csd.hctx.net • 713–696–7900 Houston Center for Independent Living. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hcil.cc • 713–974–4621

TTY 713–974–2703 Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 832–394–0814 houstontx.gov/disabilities Pedestrian Accessibility Review. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 832–394–0814 Provides sidewalks, curb cuts, and traffic signal installation.

Housing for the Disabled National Apartment Association. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . naahq.org • 703–518–6141 The Salvation Army William Booth Garden Apartments. . . . . . . . . . 713–692–4186 salvationarmyhouston.org U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–718–3199 List of subsidized apartments in greater Houston area • hud.gov/apps/section8

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DONATIONS Organ/Tissue/Brain Lifegift. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . lifegift.org • 713–523–4438 800–633–6562 Living Bank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . livingbank.org • 713–961–9431 Organ donor registry 800–528–2971 Resale Shops—Clothing, Furniture, Household Items Charity Guild Resale Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–529–0995 Ft Bend Seniors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–633–2162 Goodwill Industries of Houston. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–692–6221 Habitat for Humanity’s Restores. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–643–1100 building supplies, appliances Houston Junior Forum Resale Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–868–6970 Locks of Love – creates wigs from donated hair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 888–896–1588 Memorial Assistance Ministries. . . . . . . . . . . . . maministries.org • 888–896–1588 561–833–7332 Northwest Assistance Ministries — Second Chance Resale Store . . . 281–880–9000 Penny Wise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–342–5004 Second Blessing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . whamministries.org • 713–780–2727 Second Mile (Fort Bend County). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–261–9199 St. Vincent De Paul Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314–576–3993 The Friendship Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 936–756–5828 ELDER ABUSE If you suspect Elder Abuse, contact your local County Attorney’s Office.

24 Hour Crisis Hotline – Montgomery County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 936–441–7273 Montgomery County Women’s Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–292–0443 Abuse prevention – service providers & care givers.

Report Elder Abuse. . . . . . . . . . .www.dfps.state.tx.us/contact_us/report_abuse.asp Resource Crisis Center (RCC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409–763–1441 Texas Adult Protection Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800–252–5400 Financial Exploitation – To receive help because of financial abuse Family and Protective Services Hotline. . . . . . . txabusehotline.org • 800–252–5400 Texas Attorney General – Consumer Protection Division. . . . . . . . . . 713–223–5886 At times, consumer advocates can oag.state.tx.us • 800–621–0508 help seniors resolve local, financial exploitation problems 11 News Defenders: (fax only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–284–1093 e–mail: 11consumers@KHOU.com Nursing Home Abuse Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–500–9931 800–296–2606 Nursing Home Abuse Guide . . . . . nursinghomeabuseguide.com • 866–871–8427 Texas Advocates for Nursing Home Residents. . . . . . . . . tanhr.net • 512–719–4757 Texas Department of Family and Protective Services . . . . . . . . . . . . 800–252–8016 The Friendship Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 936–756–5828 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE Emergency & Disaster Services American Red Cross Disaster Service – Houston Chapter. . . . . . . . . 713–526–8300 Texas Gulf Coast Region • redcross.org Baytown Resource/Assistance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–424–5752 Catholic Charities — Guadalupe Center, City of Houston . . . . . . . . 713–227–9981 City of Houston Customer Response Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 East Harris County Salvation Army . . . . . . . salvationarmyusa.org • 713–378–0020 Emergency Aid Coalition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . eachouston.org • 713–528–3663 Clothing, food, and rent assistance First Baptist Church Benevolent Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–957–5863 Ft. Bend Social Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . fortbendcountytx.gov • 281–342–7300 Gulf Coast Community Services Association. . . . . . . . . gccsa.org • 713–393–4700 Provides food, clothing, prescription vouchers and rental assistance.

Harris County Social Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.csd.hctx.net • 713–696–7900 Interfaith of the Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . woodlandsinterfaith.org • 281–367–1230 Montgomery County Emergency Assistance . . . . . . . cac-mctx.org • 936–539–9211 Salvation Army – Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . salvationarmyusa.org • 713–752–0677 Salvation Army – Alvin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . salvationarmyusa.org • 281–585–4516 South Houston Community Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–947–7700 St. Vincent De Paul Society (most zip codes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–741–8234 Texas Department of Transportation Highway Department . . . . . . . . 713–802–5000 Texas/United Way Helpline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211texas.org • 2–1–1 Wesley Community Center (City of Houston). . . wesleyhousehouston.org • 713–223–8131 Emergency Financial Assistance Baytown Resource/Assistance Center . . . . . . . . . . . baytown.org • 281–424–5752 Catholic Charities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–526–4611 Houston First Baptist Church Benevolent Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–957–5863 Fort Bend Social Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–342–7300 Interfaith of the Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–367–1230 Montgomery County Emergency Assistance. . . . . . . cac-mctx.org • 936–539–9211 Salvation Army (Harris County). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–752–0677 St. Vincent De Paul Society (most zip codes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–741–8234 Suburban Sugar Land Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . sslw.org • 713–256–7953 limited based on availability of funds 713–857–2807 Wesley Community Center (City of Houston). . . wesleyhousehouston.org • 713–223–8131 HOME REPAIRS – LOW INCOME General Assistance Brazoria County Community Action Agency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–849–2928 City of Houston Emergency Repair Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–868–8400 Eldercare Locator (Magnolia). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800–677–1116

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713–692–8730 281–617–7416 713–578–2000 713–439–6369 713–578–2055 713–627–3200 281–446–3663 ext. 240 713–682–5995 281–367–1230 409–886–0125 713–659–2511 214–675–1230 713–772–8181 713–662–5895 713–868–8400 281–617–7416

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Faith in Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fort Bend Corps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . fbcorps.org • Harris County Community Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . septic systems/water wells Harris County Public Health Lead Paint Control Program . . . . . . . . .

Housing Resource Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.hrc.hctx.net • Houston Galveston Area Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Humble Area Assistance Ministries . . . . . . . . . haamministries.org •

Interfaith Care Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Interfaith Senior Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Program for Human Services Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rebuilding Together Houston . . . . . . . . . . . rebuildinghouston.org • Texas Ramp Project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . texasramps.org • Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers (Southwest only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

West University Senior Services (W. University residents only). . . . .

Roofs City of Houston Emergency Repair Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fort Bend Corps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . fbcorps.org • Weatherization Brazos Valley Community Action Agency (BVCAA). . . . . . . . . . . . .

Galveston County Community Action Council, Inc. . . . . gccac.org • Gulf Coast Community Services Safety and Security Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sheltering Arms Weatherization Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

979–846–1100 409–765–7878 713–393–4700 713–956–1888

HOUSING ASSISTANCE Aid to Families (Harris County only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–522–0667 financial assistance with mortgage or rent payment Community Development Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–864–1710 low income housing Associated Catholic Charities – Galveston. . . catholiccharities.org • 409–762–2062 rent assistance Baytown Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–427–6686 section 8 voucher program Brazoria County Community Actions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–849–2928 low income housing Brazoria County Housing Agency and Welfare Department. . . . . . . 281–756–1427 low–income housing placement, rental assistance.

Brazoria County Housing Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–864–1427 low income housing Fort Bend Social Services Fort Bend only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–342–7300 financial assistance with mortgage or rent payment Ft. Bend Coalition for Independent Living. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–980–2219 info & referral, peer support, care coordination, advocacy, and training coalitionforbarrierfreeliving.com

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HOUSING ASSISTANCE – Continued Ft. Bend County Community Development Block Grants. . . . . . . . . . deferred loans for housing rehab/repair Galveston Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . section 8 voucher program Gulf Coast Community Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Harris County Housing Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . section 8 voucher program Harris County Social Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . financial assistance with mortgage or rent payment Housing Authority of City of Houston. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . section 8 voucher program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HUD Housing Counseling and Information and Referral Service (HUD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

La Marque Aid and Guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . rent assistance Montgomery County Housing Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . section 8 voucher program Pasadena Public Housing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Salvation Army Social Services (Harris County only). . . . . . . . . . . . financial assistance with mortgage or rent payment Salvation Army Evangeline Booth Gardens Apartments. . . . . . . . . .

Texas City/La Marque Housing Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . section 8 voucher program U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. . . . . . . . . . . hud.gov/apps/section8 (HUD) Windsor Village Social Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

281–341–4410 409–765–1900 713–393–4700 713–578–2100 713–696–7900 713–260–0600 713–260–0800 800–569–4287 409–938–7852 936–539–4984 713–475–5544 713–752–0686 713–920–1844 409–945–4011 800–333–4636 713–551–8792

LEGAL ASSISTANCE Advanced Directives for Health Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800–880–1300 ext 1341 Advocacy, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–974–7691 no charge for the disabled 800–880–0821 AIDS Project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–228–0735 ext. 121 Consejos Legales (Houston Bar Association). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–759–1133 Family Law Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800–777–3247 domestic abuse, family law only Fort Bend Lawyers Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–239–0015 wills for low–income seniors Harris County Area Agency on Aging Benefits Counselors. . . . . . . . 713–794–9001 Counselors provide advice on benefits; for other 800–213–8471 legal matters, may be referred to a legal service provider.

Houston Bar Association Elder Law Committee/Volunteer Lawyers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–759–1133 wills for low–income seniors Houston Volunteer Lawyers Legal Advice Clinics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–228–0732 monthly; low–income; free for Harris Co., bilingual

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MEAL ASSISTANCE Food Pantries To find the nearest Food Pantry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 statewide search for food assistance Alvin Food Pantry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–824–8871 Alvin Meals on Wheels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–585–6633 Bear Creek Assistance Ministries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–855–0014 Brazosport Cares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–239–1225 East Ft. Bend Human Needs Ministry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–261–1006 Fair Haven United Methodist Church. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–468–3276 Helping Hands – Ft Bend. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–232–4904 House of Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–826–4445 Houston Food Bank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–223–3700 Love Feast Food Pantry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–633–3714 Montgomery County Food Bank . . . montgomerycountyfoodbank.com • 936–539–6686 St. Thomas Social Ministries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–849–9458 Meals on Wheels/Vouchers/Meal Programs ActionS, Inc. of Brazoria County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–849–6132 Bay Area Meals on Wheels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–326–3336 Baytown Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–427–2145 Bear Creek Ministries Senior Baskets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–855–0014 Chambers County Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409–267–3559 ext. 3527 City of La Porte Senior Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–470–9897 City of South Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–947–7700 City Wide Club Food Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–752–2582 provides vouchers only Colorado County Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–732–5606 Community Family Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–923–2316 Edgewater Meals on Wheels (City of Galveston). . . . . . . 409–763–6437 ext. 3553 Emergency Aid Coalition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–528–3663 End Hunger Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 703–860–1273 Friendship Center/Montgomery Co Meals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 936–756–5828 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Legal Hotline for Texans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . tlsc.org • 800–622–2520 LegalLine – Houston Bar Association. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–759–1133 Lone Star Legal Aid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–652–0077 Harris, Montgomery Co.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800–733–8394 NAACP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 877–NAACP–98 Justice in Aging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . justiceinaging.org • 202–289–6976 Southeast Texas Legal Clinic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–523–7852 low–income Texas Legal Services Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . tlsc.org • 800–622–2520 Texas Legal Services Center and Pro Bono Net. . . . texaslawhelp.org • 212–760–2554 University of Houston Clinical Legal Aid Clinic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–743–2094

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MEAL ASSISTANCE – Continued Friendswood Meals on Wheels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ft. Bend County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ft. Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels and Much Much More. . . . . . . .

Ft. Bend and Waller Counties • fortbendseniors.org Galveston County “Senior Lunch Program”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . galvestoncountytx.gov Gano Baptist Mission Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Grayson Community Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gulf Coast Community Services Association. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Harris County Area Agency on Aging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hester House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Interfaith Caring Ministries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Interfaith Ministries – Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Interfaith of The Woodlands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

J D Walker Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Jacinto City – Heritage Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Jewish Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

John L. Wood Food Pantry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Joy Fellowship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lighthouse Christian Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maxwell Adult Center Deer Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston. . . . . . . . . . . . . imgh.org • Montgomery County Emergency Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

N. Channel Assistance Min.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

N.A.M. Food for Seniors Appointment Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pearland Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ramsey/Flukinger Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Riley Chambers/Barrett Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Salvation Army – Pasadena. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Society of St. Vincent De Paul. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

South Union Church of Christ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

St. Bernadette Christian Action. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church – Nassau Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Target Hunger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Friendship Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

West Columbia Meals on Wheels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wharton County Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

YWCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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281–482–5070 281–238–3502 281–633–7049 409–770–6251 713–227–0304 713–455–3660 713–393–4700 713–794–9001 713–274–1394 281–332–3881 713–533–4978 281–367–1230 281–426–3551 713–675–4487 713–729–3200 281–272–0001 713–921–0197 281–339–3033 281–478–7277 713–533–4900 936–539–9211 713–453–8028 281–583–5600 281–485–5081 281–457–1810 281–328–4713 713–378–0020 713–741–8234 713–747–5440 281–486–0337 713–946–0098 281–333–2509 800–437–7396 713–226–4953 936–756–5828 979–345–5955 979–532–6430 713–868–9922

SENIOR ADVOCACY Nursing Home Advocates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800–296–2606 University of Texas Health Science on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–500–9931 long–term care ombudsman program • nursing.uth.edu/coa/ombudsman SENIOR FRAUD Attorney General of Texas . . . . . . . . . . texasattorneygeneral.gov • 800–252–8011 senior protection programs 713–223–5886 BBB Education Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bbb.org • 713–341–6141 713–868–9500 Medicare Fraud Hotline (Inspector General). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800–447–8477 Texas State Securities Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 512–305–8300 888–663–0009 Provides free and confidential background checks on registered investment advisors and brokers. • ssb.state.tx.us • texasinvestored.org investor education SENIOR REFERRALS These organizations will assist in helping find services.

Actions Inc. of Brazoria County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Alliance for Multicultural Community Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

American Red Cross . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

American Society on Aging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Catholic Charities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chambers County Senior Citizens Project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chinese Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Coalition for the Homeless. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Colorado Valley Transit Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Colorado County Crime Victim Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Crisis Hotline (Spanish) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Crisis Intervention of Houston Hotline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DAYA, Inc (South Asian Community) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Elder Care Locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . eldercare.gov • Epilepsy Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . epilepsyfoundation.org • Federal Information Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels and Much Much more . . . . . . .

Fort Bend and Waller County • fortbendseniors.org Galveston County Department of Parks and Senior Services. . . . . . .

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SAFETY PROGRAMS RUOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–388–4370 Alvin Police Department RUOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–922–1551 Danbury residents only 979–848–0219 RUOK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–341–4704 Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Department Fort Bend residents

979–849–6132 713–776–4700 713–526–8300 800–537–9728 713–526–4611 409–267–3559 713–271–6100 713–739–7514 979–732–6281 713–755–5625 713–526–8088 713–468–5463 713–981–7645 800–677–1116 800–332–1000 800–688–9889 281–633–7049 409–934–8100

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SENIOR REFERRALS – Continued Galveston County Senior Citizens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409–770–6251 Galveston County Gulf Coast Community Services Association. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–393–4700 Harris County Area Agency on Aging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 832–393–4301 800–213–8471 Helping One Another, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–885–4188 Austin County Hospice Helpline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . nhpco.org • 800–658–8898 Houston Area Women’s Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hawc.org • 713–528–2121 Houston-Galveston Area Agency on Aging. . . . . . . . . h–gac.com • 713–627–3200 Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–533–4900 Jewish Family Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–667–9336 Korean Senior Citizens Association. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–465–6588 Liberty County Project on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 936–336–7265 Lupus Foundation/Texas Gulf Coast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–529–0126 Montgomery Council on Aging — Friendship Center. . . . . . . . . . . . 936–756–5828 Retired American Persons Senior Citizen Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409–643–5877 Texas City St. Luke’s Episcopal Health Charities. . . . . . . . . stlukestexas.com • 832–355–7701 Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–772–8181 Southwest area Wharton County Jr. College Senior Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–532–6430 Wharton County STATE & NATIONAL RESOURCES Attorney General of Texas . . . . . . . . . . texasattorneygeneral.gov • 800–252–8011 senior protection programs Attorney General of Texas – Houston Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–223–5886 Food & Drug Administration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . fda.gov • 888–463–6332 Reports safety warnings and recalls for products regulated by the FDA Medicare. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . medicare.gov • 800–633–4227 Medicare Fraud Hotline (Inspector General). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800–447–8477 National Active and Retired Federal Employees . . . . . . narfe.org • 281–438–2272 National Alliance for Caregiving . . . . . . . . . . . . . caregiving.org • 301–718–8444 National DO NOT CALL Registry . . . ftc.gov • www.donotcall.gov • 888–382–1222 National Institute on Aging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . nia.nih.gov • 301–496–1752 National Senior Citizens Law Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . nsclc.org • 202–289–6976 Social Security Administration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ssa.gov • 800–772–1213 Texas Adult Protection Services. . . . . . . . . . . www.dfps.state.tx.us • 800–252–5400 Texas Commission for the Blind. . . . . . . . . . www.dars.state.tx.us • 713–944–9924 800–628–5115 Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800–252–9240 find and compare Texas living facilities; file complaints • www.dads.state.tx.us

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SUPPORT GROUPS (State & National) Find additional support groups on srgserv.com AARP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . aarp.org • 888–687–2277 Alcoholics Anonymous. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . aa.org • 713–686–6300 ALS Association (Lou Gehrig’s Disease). . . . . . . . . . . . . alsa.org • 800–782–4747 Alzheimer’s Association. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . alz.org • 877–714–0088 American Cancer Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . cancer.org • 713–266–2877 American Diabetes Association. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . diabetes.org • 713–977–7706 American Lung Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . lung.org • 800–LUNGUSA Arthritis Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . arthritis.org • 800–442–6653 American Stroke Association . . . . . . . . . . . strokeassociation.org • 888–478–7653 Epilepsy Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . epilepsyfoundation.org • 800–332–1000 Gulf Parkinsons Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . gulfparkinsonsource.org • 409–539–8398 Muscular Dystrophy Association. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . mda.org • 800–572–1717 Mental Health America . . . . . . . . . . . . . mentalhealthamerica.net • 800–969–6642 MS Lifelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . mslifelines.com • 877–447–3243 Multiple Sclerosis Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . . nationalmssociety.org • 800–344–4867 National Alliance on Mental Illness – NAMI. . . . . . . . . NAMI.org • 713–970–4419 National Federation for the Blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . nfb.org • 410–659–9314 National Organization for Rare Disorders. . . . . rarediseases.org • 800–999–6673 United Ostomy Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . uoahouston.org • 800–826–0826 TAX PREPARATION ASSISTANCE AARP Tax–Aide Volunteer Counselors Info Line. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . aarp.org/taxaide Houston Asset Building Coalition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tax preparation for the elderly.. . . . . . neighborhood–centers.org • During tax season: (Jan.1 – Apr. 15) The Friendship Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . tfc–seniorservices.org •

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Texas Health and Human Services Commission Ombudsman Customer Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 888–834–7406 Provides direct grant benefits to individuals with disabilities to purchase services.

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (DADS, DARS, DFPS, SHS). . . . . . . . . . . . . www.hhsc.state.tx.us • 800–500–4266 blind; rehab; disability; hearing services Texas Information and Referral Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . helpintexas.com • 211 Texas Poison Center Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . poisoncontrol.org • 800–222–1222

888–227–7669 713–223–1864 713–957–4357 936–756–5828

UTILITY ASSISTANCE Brazoria County Welfare. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–864–1427 Catholic Charities–Guadalupe Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–227–9981 Community Action Council of Galveston County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409–765–7878 Information and referral to local agencies offering emergency assistance.

Utility assistance for Galveston county residents.

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UTILITY ASSISTANCE – Continued Consolidated Communication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 866–989–2255 outside Harris County Fort Bend County Social Services – Rosenberg (M–F, 8–5). . . . . . . . 281–342–7300 Fort Bend County Social Services – Missouri City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–403–8050 Harris County Social Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–696–7900 gas and electric assistance Hester House – Harris County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–672–2573 Lifeline Texas – Light up Texas Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 866–454–8387 low income assistance with telephone and electricity Pearland Neighborhood Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281–485–1987 Utility assistance for eligible applicants residing in Pearland and Manvel.

Programs for Human Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 866–550–0282 Liberty, Chambers, Orange, & Jefferson Counties Reliant Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . reliant.com • 713–207–7777 Salvation Army. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 979–233–5420 979–233–5429 Salvation Army Social Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–752–0686 water only; Harris County only Senior Assistance Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–696–7900 Assists with crisis situations involving water, heat, rent and mortgage.

Sheltering Arms Utility Assistance – CEAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 W.A.T.E.R. Fund. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713–371–1400 The W.A.T.E.R. Fund is sponsored by the City of Houston and offers financial assistance for water bills for both the elderly and the disabled.

WEBSITES Ask NOAH About: Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . noah-health.org Carepathways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . carepathways.com Elder Web. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . elderweb.com ElderCare Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ec-online.net Families USA – updates on national health care policy . . . . . . . . . . . familiesusa.org FTC’s Identity Theft Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . consumer.ftc.gov Gulf Coast Blood Centers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . giveblood.org Independent Living Products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . independentliving.com Internet Senior Success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . internetseniorsuccess.com/seniorsites.htm Live Well, Live Long. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . asaging.org MayoClinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . mayoclinic.com Medscape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . medscape.com National Council on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ncoa.org National Library of Medicine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . nlm.nih.gov/nlmhome.html Reaserch your family tree. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . learnwebskills.com/family/intro.html Recipes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . recipegoldmine.com

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SeniorNet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . seniornet.org Social Security Administration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ssa.gov Talking Book Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . texastalkingbooks.org Third Age.Com – 701 Special Sites for Third Agers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . thirdage.com U Compare Health Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ucomparehealthcare.com UTMB Stark Diabeties Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . stark-diabetes.org/default.htm World Health Net Longevity, Life Expectancy, and Anti-Aging Meds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . worldhealth.net Write a Senior Citizen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . writeseniors.com

FIND Support Groups on srgserv.com

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ADVERTISERS INDEX A Hug Away Healthcare, Inc....................... 832–437–1983........ 17, Back Cover A Texas Gal Cooks.................................... 903–654–1800........................ 116 Acorn Stairlifts........................................... 855–525–6472.......................... 72 ADL Assisted Living.................................... 713–298–5098.......................... 85 Alzheimer’s Association............................... 800–272–3900.......................... 89 American Heart Association........................ strokeassociation.org................... 142 American Standard Walk-In Tubs.................. 855–993–6301.......................... 73 Amerigroup Medicare Solutions.................. 832–449–8925..................... 14-15 Area Agency on Aging of the Hou/Galv Area... 800–437–7396.................. 19, 141 Arthritis Foundation.................................... arthritis.org................................ 138 ASEA...................................................... 832–701–0634.......................... 32 Baywind Village........................................ 281–332–9588.......................... 94 Baywood Crossing.................................... 713–575–1800..................93, 32A Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire..................... 713–600–9500.......................... 65 Big Horn BBQ.......................................... 281–741–3289........................ 123 Body Exhale Massage Therapy.................... 832–758–8050........................ 114 Bosley Medical Group............................... 844–641–5970.......................... 33 C’est Bon Seasoning.................................. cestbonseasonings.com............... 120 City of Lampasas....................................... cityoflampasas.com......................... 1 Colonial Oaks.......................................... See Ad for Numbers........... 2, 83, 91 Collette Travel........................................... 800–581–8942.................... 3, 32B DIRECTV.................................................. 877–732–5007.......................... 70 DISH Network.......................................... 855–412–1543.......................... 74 Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospitals.... See Ad for Numbers................ 62-63 Erectile Dysfunction Solutions....................... 844–453–2810.......................... 43 Faith Community Hospice, LLC..................... 281–422–0414........................ 103 Fifty+ Radio Program.................................. 713–212–8127........................ 119 Harris County Area Agency on Aging........... 800–213–8471........................ 143 H-E-B Pharmacy....................................... heb.com..................................... 30 Hearing Help Express................................ 866–285–9702.......................... 51 Houston Hospice....................................... 713–467–7423........................ 103 Inogen One Oxygen.................................. 800–313–0656.......................... 34

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ADVERTISERS INDEX Lake Haven.............................................. 281–538–5559.......................... 79 Libbie’s Place Senior Day Program................ 409–741–2538.......................... 21 Life Alert.................................................. 800–308–3487.......................... 45 Kroger Pharmacy...................................... See Ad for Numbers..................... 35 MDHearingAid......................................... 800–603–6329.......................... 52 Medical Bridges....................................... 713–748–8131........................ 140 Medicare.com.......................................... 855–402–9395........................ 127 MobileHelp.............................................. 844–359–4791.......................... 12 National Association of Social Workers........ socialworkers.org...Inside Front Cover, 64 National Debt Relief.................................. 844–300–3634........................ 129 Paralyzed Veterans of America..................... 866–204–4548.......................... 25 Physicians Mutual Insurance Company.......... 877–385–3985.......................... 46 Retirement Center Management................... See Ad for Numbers.... 76-77, 85, 91 RollingBrook Rehabilitation & Healthcare Ctr... 832–572–7575.......................... 94 Safe Step Walk–In Tub Co.......................... 855–839–7901.......................... 71 Sava Senior Care...................................... See Ad for Numbers............. 32B, 95 Senior Helpers...............................................281–316–6006.............................23 Senior Resource Guide............................... 281–277–2333.......................... 11 Social Security Disability – Bill Gordon & Assoc.... 855–727–6017........................ 126 Tax Relief................................................. 844–290–6758........................ 124 Texas Department of Agriculture.................... uncorktexaswines.com................. 118 Texas Health and Human Services................ agewelllivewell.org..................... 144 Texas Hill Country Wineries........................ texaswinetrail.com...................... 121 Texas Oncology........................................ 888–864–4226.. 60, Inside Back Cover Texas Tea & Travel..................................... 832–955–1767........................ 122 The Park At Bay Area................................. 832–574–5523.......................... 85 United Way of Greater Houston................... unitedwayhouston.org.................. 145 Van Alstyne Community Development Corp.... 903–712–2002.......................... 66 Villas on Winkler....................................... 713–910–7774.......................... 79 Visit Canton Texas..................................... 903–567–1849.......................... 78 Walgreens Pharmacy................................ walgreens.com............................. 37 YMT Vacations.......................................... 855–760–0344........................ 117 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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