Silver Pages

2012 Resource Directory for Those of Us 50 +

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Bariatric Surgery Behavioral Medicine Breast Centers Breast MRI Cardiac Rehabilitation Cancer Center Center for Women’s Health Chest Pain Center Community Education Programs Diabetes & Nutrition Center Diagnostic Services Digital Mammography Dermatology Emergency Services Eye Surgery Endoscopy Center Endocrinology Extended Care Center Facial Plastic Surgery Fitness & Wellness Centers Geriatric Specialists Health Screenings Heart & Vascular Institute Heart Hospital Hip Surgery (minimally-invasive) 2

Home Health Hospice Hospitals Hyperbarics Willis-Knighton Medical Center

Laparoscopic Surgery Knee Surgery (minimally-invasive) Outpatient Surgery PET Scans

Willis-Knighton South & the Center for Women’s Health

Physical Therapy Physician Network (300+ providers) Physician Referral

WK Bossier Health Center

Progressive Care Center Prostate Treatment & Surgery Pulmonary Rehabilitation Radiosurgery

WK Pierremont Health Center

Caring Throughout the Community  Willis-Knighton Medical Center

 Willis-Knighton South &

the Center for Women’s Health  WK Bossier Health Center

 WK Pierremont Health Center

 Four Fitness & Wellness Centers

 Three Quick Care Urgent Care Centers

Health+Match Physician Referral (318) 212-9562 wkhs.com

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Rehabilitation Regional Transplant Center Robotic Surgery Spine Institute Urgent Care Centers Urology Care Weight & Wellness Solutions Wound Care

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Welcome to the completely updated and totally redesigned 2012 edition of Silver Pages, northwest Louisiana’s premier annual resource directory “for those of us 50+”.

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Live here and love it!

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A non-residential facility specializing in providing activities for the elderly and/or handicapped persons. Most centers operate 10 to 12 hours per day and provide meals, social/ recreational outings, and general supervision. For participants who would otherwise stay at home alone, the social stimulation and recreational activities often improve, maintain, or delay decline of physical and cognitive function. Adult day care centers enable caregivers to work or to have a break from their care-giving responsibilities.

God’s Gift Adult Day Health Care 2753 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71109 (318) 629-2998 Seniors Club Adult Day Center 2653 Malcolm Street Shreveport, LA 71108 (318) 635-0010 The Arbor and Terrace of Bossier City 4770 Brandon Blvd.

Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 549-1001 Daily respite care services can be provided. All the comforts of home are combined with the friendly, helpful assistance of our full-time staff – whose primary goal is the wellbeing of every resident. Assistance with activities of daily living, social events, shopping, or simply enjoying a good meal with friends, you’ll find it all right here.

The Arbor of Minden 619 Germantown Minden, LA 71055 (318) 382-0402 Daily respite care services can be provided. All the comforts of home are combined with the friendly, helpful assistance of our full-time staff – whose primary goal is the wellbeing of every resident. Assistance with

activities of daily living, social events, shopping, or simply enjoying a good meal with friends, you’ll find it all right here.

The Terrace of Shreveport 8950 East Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 798-3552 VOA Adult Day Center 1700 Buckner # 150 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 212-1703

Agencies (Louisiana Government) The following Louisiana state agencies offer a wide variety of services, support and information for seniors including educational assistance, Medicaid, mental health services, insurance assistance, consumer protection, resources for the disabled, social services, elder abuse protection, veteran’s services.

LA Department of Education P.O. Box 94064 Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9064 (225) 342-0444 1-877-453-2721 www.doe.louisiana.gov • Honorary High School Diploma - Available to WWII veterans that enlisted in the service before graduating high school.

• College or University Residents age 55+ who register for courses at a state college or university are tuition exempt.

50% off the cost of books.

(Granted if funds appropriated by legislature.)

• Technical College - Age 60+ are tuition free on space available basis.

Aging and Adult Services Information 1-866-758-5035 Medicaid Information Hotline 1-888-342-6207 Medicaid Fraud & Abuse reporting 1-800-488-2917 Home Health Services complaints 1-800-327-3419 Hospital complaints 1-866-280-7737 Nursing home complaints 1-888-810-1819 Case Management complaints 1-800-660-0488 Service Provider Agencies complaints 1-800-660-0488 • Medicaid - Public insurance program that reimburses for health care services provided to lower income elderly, disabled families and children.

CommunityCARE is a comprehensive health care delivery system which links Medicaid recipients to a primary care provider • Bayou Health – Health care delivery system for Louisiana Medicaid and LaChip recipients in either a “prepaid plan” or a “shared savings plan”. Call 1-855-229-6848 or visit www.bayouhealth. com. Bayou Health Plans available as of 2/1/2012 are: Amerigoup RealSolutions (1-800-600-4441); Community Health Solutions (1-855-247-5248); LaCare (1-888-756-0004); Louisiana Healthcare Connections (1-866595-8133); UnitedHealthcare (1-866-675-1607) • Medicare Savings Program – Louisiana Medicaid may help

pay part of medical costs including Medicare premiums and other out-of-pocket expenses, call 1-888-544-7996 • Non-Emergency Transportation - For any Medicaid recipient that lacks transportation to medical care, call 1-800-259-7235 • Home Health Services - Part-time skilled nursing services, home health aide services, physical therapy and supplies appropriate for use in the home for homebound person meeting criteria for home health services.

• Hospice Services - Dually eligible Medicare and Medicaid residents of nursing facilities who are terminally ill are eligible for Medicaid payment of room and board when they elect the hospice option under Medicare.

• Long Term Residential Care – When a person is in a nursing facility, it may be covered by Medicaid. For information, call 1-877-456-1146 • Long Term-Personal Care Services (LT-PCS) - All Medicaid recipients age 65 or older, or age 21 with disabilities (meeting SSA disability criteria), meet medical standards for admission to nursing facility, and be able to participate in care and direct services provided.

Covered services include basic personal care, assistance with ADLs, and other services limited to 56 hours a week.

Applicant must require at least limited assistance with at least one ADL. Call 1-877-456-1146 or 1-866-229-5222.

Louisiana Dept. of Health & Hospitals – Office of Aging and Adult Services and Office of Louisiana Medicaid P. O. Box 2031 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 www.dhh.louisiana.gov 2012 Edition  The Best of Times SILVER PAGES 

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Adult Day Care / Agencies (LA Government)

Adult Day Care

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social & medical services in compliance with all licensing & accreditation standards to meet needs of adults who need an inpatient setting.

• Specialized Inpatient Services - State psychiatric hospitals which provide health evaluation, treatment and rehab services to adults with severe and persistent mental disorders.

• Addictive Disorder Services – Treatment for people suffering from addictions to drugs, alcohol or gambling, as well as support for their families and friends. Compulsive Gambling Hotline: 1-877-770-7867 or Alcohol/Drug Hotline: 1-877664-2248 LA Department of Insurance 1702 North Third Street Baton Rouge, LA 70802 225-342-0895; 225-342-5900 1-800-259-5300 www.ldi.louisiana.gov • Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIPP) - Provides counseling/assistance on health insurance topics, including supplemental and long term care insurance policy comparison, assistance with claims, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), & Medicare appeals process. For information, call 1-800-259-5301 Louisiana Office of Attorney General P.O. Box 94005 Baton Rouge, LA 70804 (225) 326-6079 www.ag.louisiana.gov • Consumer Protection

The Arbor & Terrace of Bossier

4770 Brandon Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 549-1001

Hotline - info about current consumer issues, tips on how to avoid consumer fraud, and submission of consumer complaints. For information, call 1-800-351-4889 Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions (OFI) Securities Division - Investment Fraud 8660 United Plaza Boulevard Baton Rouge, LA 70809 Phone: (225) 925-4512 Fax: (225) 925-4511 www.ofi.la.gov/ SecuritiesInvestorEd.htm • A professional speaker is available to educate groups on investment fraud schemes and fraudulent sales practices used in securities fraud • Confidential background checks (called CRD Reports) are available upon written request on investment professionals who are legally registered to sell securities in Louisiana, including out-of-state solicitors. A written request, including either the person’s CRD Number or the person’s legal name, can be emailed to complaints@ofi. la.org, faxed to (225) 925-4511 or mailed to the address above.

This is a confidential report.

• Verify a security to be purchased - Call OFI to verify that the security you want to purchase is legally registered to be sold in Louisiana or to verify that the security is legally exempt from being registered.

Don’t just take the salesperson’s word on this issue.

• Register a confi-

Assisted Living

LA Dept. of Public Safety and Dept. of Motor Vehicles P.O. Box 64886 Baton Rouge, LA 70896 (225) 925-6146 (318) 676-5858 Shreveport www.dps.louisiana.gov • Discounted Rates for Driver’s License Renewal - Age 70 and above. No late fee for an expired license • State ID Card - Age 60+.

No charge. Never expires and no charge for duplicates and replacement cards. Severely handicapped can renew Mobility Impaired Placards by proxy.

LA Department of Revenue P.O. Box 201 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 (225) 219-0102 www.rev.louisiana.gov Ongoing Taxpayer Assistance Program - Individual income tax provides that $6000 of annual retirement income received by an individual 65+ shall be exempt from state income tax.

Annual retirement income is defined as pension and annuity income, which is included in tax table income. Certain federal, state, and other retirement benefits may be excluded from

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dential complaint about securities fraud, which OFI will investigate.

• Access investor tools and investor education articles in the new INVESTOR EDUCATION section of OFI’s web site at www.ofi.la.gov/ InvestorEd.htm.

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Community for

619 Germantown Road Minden, LA 71055 (318) 382-0402

Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Daily Respite Care Services are available

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Agencies (Louisiana Government)

• Medicaid Waivers - Home and community based care to a limited number of persons at risk for institutionalization,call 1-877-456-1146 • Elderly and Disabled Adult Waiver Program – Includes Support Coordination Service, Companion Service, Environmental Accessibility Adaptation, Transition Intensive Support Coordination, Transitional Service, and Personal Emergency Response System. Call 1-877-456-1146 or 1-866-758-5035 • Adult Day Health Care Waiver Program - Provision of care for dependent adults in a supervised, protective, congregate setting during some portion of a day. Call 1-877-456-1146 or 1-866-758-5035

LA Department of Health & Hospitals Office of Behavioral Health P.O. Box 629 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 225-342-9500; 225-342-2540 www.dhh.louisiana.gov • Crisis Management Services - Care services, telephone counseling and referrals, face-to-face screening and assessment, community housing for stabilization, crisis respite and access to inpatient care.

• Community Mental Health Centers - Outpatient mental health services provided through network of licensed community mental health centers and their satellite clinics.

• Acute Care Psychiatric Units - Psychiatric, psycho-

insures that LA’s public and private services are accessible to deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing, and the speech impaired.

Agencies (Louisiana Government)

Louisiana taxable income.

Louisiana Workforce Commission 1001 North 23rd Street Baton Rouge, LA 70802 (225) 342-3111 866-783-5567 www.laworks.net Providing assistance regarding career solutions, licensing guidelines, workers’ compensation, unemployment benefits, job training, labor laws, and Veterans information.

LA Rehabilitation Services 950 N 22nd Baton Rouge, LA 70821 (225) 925-4131 800-737-2958 www.dss.louisiana.gov • For the blind- Offers Newsline and Information Service for the Blind, which provides access to national and local newspapers through the phone line, and operates Project COPE. • Commission for the Deaf

LA Department of Children and Family Services 627 North Fourth Street Baton Rouge, LA 70802 (225) 219-9415 800-256-4650 1-888524-3578 www.dss.louisiana.gov • Kinship Care Subsidy Program - Aids non-parental custodians of children, including elderly caretakers. Provide cash assistance for each eligible child who resides with a qualified relative other than a parent.

• Food Stamp Program Promote welfare and safeguard health and well being by raising levels of nutrition among lowincome households.

• Disability Determination Program - Makes eligibility determinations for Supplemental Security Income.

LA Housing Finance Agency 2415 Quail Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70808 (225) 763-8700; 888-454-2001 www.lhfa.louisiana.gov • Low Income Assistance Program - Lessens burden of heating and cooling expenses by making payments to energy companies on behalf of eligible households.

• Weatherization Assistance Program - Weatherizes homes to improve heating and cooling efficiency. Reduces energy costs and improves the household comfort level.

LA Department of Wildlife & Fisheries 2000 Quail Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70808 (225) 765-2800; 800-256-2749 www.wlf.louisiana.gov Fishing and Hunting Licenses - Residents 60 years of age and older can obtain a life-time fishing and hunting license for a one-time fee of $50. A federal duck stamp is needed to hunt

ducks. Disabled veterans , national guard members, persons with disabilities, or physically challenged persons, can obtain licenses at reduced or no fees.

Louisiana Development Disabilities Council P.O. Box 3455 Baton Rouge, LA 70821-3455 (225) 342-6804 www.laddc.org Disability Referral and Info: 1-800-450-8108 Governor’s Office of Elderly Affairs P.O. Box 80374 Baton Rouge, LA 70898-0374 (225) 342-7100 www.goea. louisiana.gov • Elderly Protective Services - Deals with claims of abuse or neglect of senior citizens 1-800-259-4990.

• Long Term Care Ombudsman Program – complaints of residents at long-term care facilities 1-866-632-0922 • Legal Assistance – Legal

Information and Referral

Hearing Aids

 Advocacy

 American Sign Language Interpreting

 Peer Support

 Employment Services

 Skills Training  Consumer Center  Transportation  Loan Closet – Durable Medical Equipment  Telecommunications Access/Equipment

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Non-Residential

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 Community Education Center  DSW Registry Training  CPR/First Aid

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid 7500 Security Blvd Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 1-877-262-2323 (toll free) 1-800-633-4227 (Medicare) cms.gov; medicare.gov Agency within US Dept of Health and Human Services responsible for Medicare, HIPAA, and CLIA and works in partnership with state governments to administer Medicaid. services for seniors, call 1-800-310-7029 Louisiana Department of Veteran Affairs P.O. Box 94095, Capital Station Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9095 (225) 922-0500 (800) 432-8982 www.vetaffairs.la.gov Provides professional counseling services, nursing and domiciliary care, health care, education, disability benefits, long term care, and burial honors to all eligible veterans and their family members.

Louisiana Office of State Parks P.O. Box 44426 Baton Rouge, LA 70804-4426 (225) 342-8111 (888) 677-1400 www.lastateparks.com Golden Age Passport provides a 50% discount on camping fees at Louisiana State Parks.

Entrance fees to most Louisiana State Parks is free for persons 62+ and is free for disabled veterans with a state park permit.

Agencies (National)

The following national nonprofit and government agencies specialize in providing information and assisting the retired and elderly and their family members on a variety of topics and concerns.

Administration on Aging 330 Independence Ave, SW Washington, DC 20201 (202) 619-0724 www.aoa.gov Policy, development, planning, and delivery of supportive home and community based services to older persons and their caregivers.

Alzheimer’s Association 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17 Chicago, IL 60601-7633 (312) 335-8700 1-800-272-3900 www.alz.org Info about Alzheimer’s symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, recent research, and for referrals to state and national services.

Eldercare Locator 1-800-677-1116 (toll free) www.eldercare.gov Nationwide assistance helping elderly and caregivers locate resources.

First Government 1-800-333-4636 www.usa.gov One-step access to all online federal government resources

and services.

MEDLINE Plus www.medlineplus.gov Up-to-date health care information from the National Library of Medicine.

National Family Caregivers Association 10400 Connecticut Ave. Suite #500 Kensington, MD 20895-3944 1-800-896-3650 www.nfcacares.org Grass roots organization providing advocacy, support, and info for family who care for chronically ill, older, or disabled relatives.

National Institute on Aging 31 Center Drive, MSC 2292 Bethesda, MD 20892-2292 (301) 496-1752 1-800-222-2225 www.nia.nih.gov Research on aging processes, disease and the special problems and needs of older people.

AARP 601 East Street, NW Washington, DC 20049 1-888-687-2277 www.aarp.org A non-profit organization that advocates for those age 50 and older, providing a range of benefits/services.

American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging 740 15th Street, NW Washington DC 20005-1022 (202)662-8690 1-800-285-2221 www.abanet.org/aging Responds to law-related needs of older people. Makes referrals and maintains a listing 2012 Edition  The Best of Times SILVER PAGES 

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of legal aid offices where older people can get free or low-cost legal assistance.

Agencies (National) / Assistance

Centerpoint Community Services 2121 Fairfield Shreveport, LA 71104 318-227-2100 or 211 www.centerpt.org Offers persons information and links to local area social service organizations and agencies to assist in meeting basic and special needs, including housing, shelter, utility assistance, healthcare, prescriptions, food, and crisis intervention for persons in Northwest Louisiana.

Social Security Administration 6401 Security Blvd Baltimore, MD 21235 1-800-772-1213 (toll free) TTY 1-800-325-0778 www.ssa.gov An independent U.S agency that is responsible for Social Security, a social insurance program consisting of retirement benefits, survivors benefits, disability insurance, & supplemental security income.

Assistance

Basic Needs Assistance

Assistance with food, clothing, or other direct basic needs.

Aging and Disability Resource Center 1700 Buckner Street, Suite 240 Shreveport, LA 71101 318-676-7900; 800-256-3003 www.caddocoa.org A trusted place for info and counseling on all available long term care support options for seniors, disabled adults and their

caregivers. They can help with crisis intervention, applications for Prescription Assistance Program, Medicare counseling and assist with Part D selection, find health and social support options, support families in their efforts to care for their loved ones, ensure that clients understand their long term care option.

American Red Cross NWLA Chapter 4221 Linwood Ave. Shreveport, LA 71108 318-865-9545 www.louisianaredcross.org The nation’s premier emergency response organization to provide relief to victims of disasters and response to emergencies.

Caddo Community Action Agency 4055 St. Vincent Ave Shreveport, LA 71108 318-861-4808 Rental and utility assistance.

Christian Service Program 1244 Sprague Street Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-4857 christianserviceprogram.org Reaching out to persons who lack the basic necessities of life in a manner that respects their dignity.

Community Development 401 Texas Street Shreveport, LA 71101 318-673-5900 www.shreveportla.gov/dept/cd Community Development seeks to develop the citizen’s ability to identify community programs, set goals, encourage liaisons with outside agencies, stimulate community interaction, and bring groups together to respond to a wide range of economic development, human resource development and quality of life issues.

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Martin Luther King Health Center 827 Margaret Place Shreveport, LA 71101 318-227-2912 Offers free medical services and medicines for individuals managing chronic illnesses Meals on Wheels CCOA: 318-6767900 BCOA: 318-7413802 Hot meals for homebound seniors.

NWLA Interfaith Pharmacy 1725 Elizabeth Street Shreveport, LA 71101 318-425-3553 Offers life sustaining medicines for those that have no other access to free medicines.

Proactive Nursing Solutions, LLC 2502 Prestwick Court Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 364-8483 proactivenursingsolutions.com Proactive Nursing Solutions assists people at home, with the intent of assessing and monitoring their need for medical care before a crisis occurs. Whether you’re looking for someone with the skills to look after a loved one when you can’t be there to help them, provide nursing assessment, or you just need someone to pick up your prescription or run errands, we are here to help. We offer a full range of services to maintain the best quality of life possible and to prevent failing health in the future.

North Louisiana’s Oldest Hospice

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303 North Market Street, Suite B Shreveport, LA 71107

Rental, Sales and Service Home Medical Equipment • Power Wheelchairs Mobility Scooters • Vehicle Lifts Portable and Modular Ramps David Fletcher and Robert Robinson with over 40 years of combined experience.

We Service All Makes and Models!

Drop by to Visit Us for the Most Reasonable Prices!

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Assistance

Shreveport- Bossier Rescue Mission 901 McNeil Shreveport, LA 71101 318-227-2868 www.sbrescuemission.com Provides homeless intervention services, work assistance programs, and women and family services.

Salvation Army of Shreveport/ Bossier 200 E. Stoner Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 318-424-3200 www.salvationarmyusa.org Salvation army provides services to meet human needs including food, shelter, and clothing without discrimination Society of St. Vincent de Paul 3500 Fairfield Avenue Shreveport, LA 71105 318-865-7807 or 318-349-2873 Provides emergency financial assistance, food programs, rent/ mortgage assistance, and services to those in any way challenged.

The Pool of Siloam Medical Ministry 4110 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71109 318-631-2212 www.poolofsiloam.org Offers medical services and medicines for those that have no other access Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) 4055 St. Vincent Ave Shreveport, LA 71108 318-861-4808 Weatherizes homes to improve heating and cooling efficiency. Reduces energy costs by improving the comfort level of household members.

Volunteers of America – North Louisiana 360 Jordan Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-2669 www.voanorthla.org Offering assistance to children, families, and seniors via programs including disability

services, employment services, mental health services, veteran transitional living sercices, and residential services.

Educational Assistance & Resources

Area institutions where senior citizens and others can receive educational assistance and guidance to improve current skills or learn new skills.

Bossier Parish Community College 1701 Old Minden Road Bossier City, LA 71111 318-678-6015 www.bpcc.edu LearningRX of Bossier City 4128 Airline Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 318-742-8004 www.learningrx.com/ bossier-city LearningRx is more than tutoring. We provide intensive one-on-one training, proven to help children and adults with learning and reading difficulties, attention disorders, and dyslexia.

LearningRx of Shreveport I 6331 Westport Avenue, Ste. B Shreveport, LA 71129 318-671-0310 www.learningrx.com/shreveport

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LearningRx of Shreveport II 8856 Youree Drive, Suite D Shreveport, LA 71115 318-797-8523 www.learningrx.com/shreveport LearningRx is more than tutoring. We provide intensive one-on-one training, proven to help children and adults with learning and reading difficulties, attention disorders, and dyslexia.

Literacy Volunteers 2911 Centenary Boulevard Shreveport, LA 71104 318-869-2411 www.shreveportliteracy.org Serving those in the community who have literacy deficiencies by offering tutoring and instruction free of charge.

LSU Ag Center – Shreveport 2408 East 70th Street Shreveport, LA 71105 318-226-6805 www.lsuagcenter.com Provides educational programs on diet, health, nutrition, family development, and financial topics.

LSUS University One University Place Shreveport, LA 71105 318-797-5000 www.lsus.edu

protects seniors on Social Security and pensions from creditor harassment at minimal cost.

HELPS brings peace of mind to America’s seniors.

Shreveport Parks & Recreation (SPAR) 7401 Jewella Shreveport, LA 71108 318-673-7727 or 318-673-7845 www.myspar.org Offering seniors many programs at each of its community centers including arts and crafts, computer classes, aerobics, sewing, dominoes, cards, dancing, bowling, ceramics, quilting, and other fun-filled activities.

Legal Services of North Louisiana, Inc. (Legal Aid) 720 Travis Street Shreveport, LA 71101 318-222-7186 Toll Free: 800-826-9265 www.lsnl.org Provide free legal services to people below poverty guidelines with civil matters. Consultations about contracts.

Legal Assistance

Free or low-cost legal assistance for needy seniors.

HELPS Nonprofit Law Firm P. O. Box 90790 Portland, OR 97290 (855) 435-7787 Toll Free www.helpsishere.org HELPS Nonprofit Law Firm

Louisiana Secretary of State - Living Wills (Publications Divisions) P.O. Box 94125 Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9125 225-922-0309 www.sos.louisiana.gov/ Living Wills, Cost of $20 for filing, and $5 for Revocation.

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Northwest Louisiana Pro Bono Project 401 Market St. Suite 930 Shreveport, LA 71101 Phone: 318-213-8300 The Pro Bono Project refers indigent and low-income residents of Caddo and Bossier Parishes to private attorneys who volunteer their time but handles only civil, non-fee generating cases.

Tax Filing Assistance

Assist seniors in completion and filling of income tax forms.

AARP Tax Aide Locator Toll Free 1-800-227-7669 www.AARP.org/taxaide Louisiana Department of Revenue 1525 Fairfield 6th Floor Shreveport, LA 71101 318-676-7505

Internal Revenue Service 1-800-829-1040 www.irs.gov

Intuit FundWare Project - Tax Filing Assistance www.taxfreedom.com

Assisted Living Facilities

Assisted Living Facilities are a combination of housing, personalized supportive services and health care designed to respond to the individual needs of those who require help with activities of daily living (ADLs), but wish to remain as independent as possible. An intermediate level of care between independent living and nursing homes, assisted living facilities are for those who are not able to care for themselves, but do not require constant care. Most facilities offer 24-hour supervision and an array of support services.

An Assisted Living Facility helps residents with personal care, such as: bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, grooming,

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Shreve Memorial Library 424 Texas Street Shreveport, LA 71101 318-226-5897 www.shreve-lib.org

Assisted Living / Attractions & Entertainment

getting around and medication assistance. Residents may have to move to a higher level of care if the assisted living residence can no longer permanently meet their needs. Residents and/or families pay for services, although private insurance may pay for some services.

Azalea Estates of Shreveport 516 E. Flournoy Lucas Road Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 797-2408

Emeritus at Shreveport 7110 University Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 524-2100 Assisted living with dementia care suites, courtyard suites, rehab and therapy services, and weekly housekeeping services.

Small pets are welcomed. Scheduled transportation.

Horizon Bay 2540 Beene Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-2114

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Montclair Park 9100 East Kings Hwy Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 797-1114 Savannah at The Oaks 600 East Flournoy Lucas Road Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 212-6257 www.wkhs.com Residents have a unique opportunity to experience the individualized and special attention when some assistance with daily activities is needed or desired. Spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments provide flexible options. More than a place of luxury and serenity, Savannah at The Oaks offers residents a wide range of activities to appeal to virtually every interest.

The Arbor and Terrace of Bossier 4770 Brandon Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 549-1001 All the comforts of home

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are combined with the friendly, helpful assistance of our fulltime staff – whose primary goal is the wellbeing of every resident. Assistance with activities of daily living, social events, shopping, or simply enjoying a good meal with friends, you’ll find it all right here.

The Arbor of Minden 619 Germantown Minden, LA 71055 (318) 382-0402 All the comforts of home are combined with the friendly, helpful assistance of our fulltime staff – whose primary goal is the wellbeing of every resident. Assistance with activities of daily living, social events, shopping, or simply enjoying a good meal with friends, you’ll find it all right here.

The Terrace of Shreveport 8950 East Kings Hwy Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 798-3552

Attractions & Entertainment Shreveport and Bossier City are blessed with an abundance of attractions and a wide range of entertainment opportunities to suit virtually everyone’s interest.

All Star Bowling Lanes 9130 Mansfield Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 687-3676 American Rose Center 8877 Jefferson Paige Road Shreveport, LA 71119 (318) 938-5402 ArklaTex Sports Museum of Champions 400 Caddo Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 221-8445 ArtSpace 710 Texas Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 673-6535

 Bossier Council on Aging  Bearkat Site (741-8302), 706 Bearkat Dr., Bossier City. 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Plain Dealing Site (326-5722), 101 E. Oak St., Plain Dealing, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Info & referrals - 741-8302 Transportation - Vans available to seniors 60+ who have no means of transportation for medical appointments, grocery store, drug store and other necessary stops. Wheelchair accessible. One week notice required. $3 round trip suggested. Also through referrals from Medicaid.

Outreach - Home visits are made

Information Referral - Call 318.676.7900 for specific problems Resource Directory: www.caddocouncilonaging.org Homemaker - A trained worker will perform light household tasks for house-bound persons. A $5 monthly donation is requested.

Family Caregiver - Short-term temporary relief care is provided for caregivers so that they may have a break from senior care. A donation is requested.

Foster Grandparent 318.676.7913. Seniors age 60+ can serve as mentors, tutors & caregivers to youth with special needs. Foster grandparents must meet federal income requirements. A modest tax-free salary is given for 20 hours' per week service.

Aging & Disability Resource Center of Northwest LA - Serving Seniors & Disabled Adults in Northwest Louisiana Parishes. Call 1.800.256.3003 or 318.676.7900 • Long Term Care Resources & Options - Help navigate complex system of Long Term Care • Medicare Counseling - Answer Medicare coverage questions • Medicare Part D Application

to help qualify seniors for services.

Homemaker - Trained employees provide light housekeeping for seniors having difficulty maintaining their homes. $3/visit suggested.

Caregiver - Support services are provided for family caregivers including in-home respite care for the caregiver, education for the family, and material aid and sitter services for the patient.

Legal Services - Education on elder legal issues. Counseling for individuals is accessible monthly with a local lawyer or by referrals.

Congregate (Site) Meals - Hot,

nutritious meals served at 11:30 AM at the sites, Monday - Friday. $1.50 per meal is suggested.

Home Delivered Meals - Meals provided 5 days per week for elderly homebound in Bossier Parish, $1.50/ meal suggested.

Personal Medical Response System - With a referral from BCOA, an auto dial unit is available for installation on your phone. Necklace, wristband, or pocket clip styles provided. Press the button for immediate help. $20 fee per month.

Senior Centers - Recreation, crafts, educational seminars, and

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- Assist you to find the best plan every year through www.medicare. gov • Medicine Assistance - Help seniors and disabled adults complete applications to drug companies for free or discounted medicine.

Legal Services - Referrals for individual counseling Meals on Wheels - Hot meals are delivered to homes of seniors unable to shop or cook for themselves. A yearly wellness check is included. A $5 weekly donation is requested.

Medical Alert - Senior emergency response system provided by Acadian on Call for a $22 monthly fee. This system gives immediate access to medical care in case of accidents.

Personal Care - Personal care provided weekly for homebound seniors.

Nursing Home Ombudsman - An advocate will investigate and resolve senior's nursing home complaints.

Sheriff's Operation Safeguard Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office helps reunite persons with Alzheimer's who have become lost with their families.

Participants are given a special ID bracelet containing information stored in the Sheriff's Office database. Call 318.681.0875 to register. FREE.

Telephone Reassurance - Volunteers call seniors to offer comfort, support and a chat.

Senior Centers/Dining Sites Fun activities. Lunch is served for a $1.25 donation. Transportation is provided on a limited basis. Call 318.676.7900 for information.

• AB Palmer SPAR - 547 E. 79th Street , Shreveport. Monday – Friday, 9 am - 1 pm. Lunch served at 11:30 am. 673-5336.

• Airport Park Spar, 6500 Kennedy Drive, Shreveport. Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 1 pm. Lunch served at 11:00 am. 673-7803.

• Broadmoor Neighborhood C e n t e r - Bro a d m o o r Un i t e d Methodist Church, 3715 Youree Drive, Shreveport. Friday Only. 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. Lunch served at 11:30 am. 861-0586.

• Cockrell SPAR, 4109 Pines Road, Shreveport. Monday – Friday, 10 am – noon. Lunch served at 10:30 am. 629-4185.

• Cooper Road - Cooper Road Community Center, 1422 Martin Luther King Blvd, Shreveport.

Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm.

Lunch served at 11:30 am. 222-7967.

• Lakeside SPAR - 2200 Milam

health information. Also: day trips, extended trips, exercise/dance classes, bingo, cards, dominoes, health screenings, exercise equipment room, Senior Games and Thursday night dances with a live band.

Medication Management - Seminars, brown bag services provided by pharmacists and programs provided by health care providers. Drug plan assistance available.

Medicaid Applications - Application center and assistance filling out the forms. By appointment only.

Street , Shreveport. Monday – Friday, 10 am – noon. Lunch served at 11:30 am. 673-7812.

• Morning Star - Morning Star Baptist Church, 5340 Jewella Ave., Shreveport. Monday – Friday. 9 am – noon. Lunch served at 11 am.

636-6172.

• Mooringsport - Mooringsport Community Center, 603 Latimer Street, Mooringsport. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. 9 am – 12:30 pm. Lunch served at 11:30 am.

996-2059 • New Hill - New Hill CME Church, 8725 Springridge Texas Rd, Keithville. Tuesday and Thursday. 9 am noon. Lunch served at 11 am.

925-0529 • Oil City - Oil City Community Center, 110 Furman Street, Oil City.

Monday and Friday, 9 am – 12:30 pm. Lunch served at 11:30 am.

995-6687 • Southern Hills SPAR - 1002 Bert Kouns, Shreveport. Monday – 10 am – 12:30 pm. Lunch served at noon. 673-7818.

• Valencia Park Community Center SPAR - 1800 Viking Drive.

Monday – Friday, 9 am - 5 pm. Lunch served at 11 am. 673-6433.

 Webster Council on Aging  Minden Senior Center (371-3056 or 1-800-256-2853), 316 McIntyre St., Minden, LA 71055; 8 am to 4 pm Cotton Valley Senior Center (832-4225), Railroad Ave., Cotton Valley; 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Sp r i n g h i l l Se n i o r C e n t e r (539-2510), 301 West Church St., Springhill; 8 am to 4 pm Transportation – transporting older persons to and from community facilities and resources. Assisted transportation also provided and must be scheduled weekly in advance.

Congregate Meals – nutritionally balanced meals for persons 60+ and spouses provided at senior centers, served 5 days a week.

Home-Delivered Meals – Noon meal delivered to eligible home-bound elderly (illness, disability or while caring for spouse who is), 5 days a week.

Homemaker services – Provided to those meeting specific requirements.

Recreation – Art, crafts, hobbies, games, and trips.

Wellness – designed to support/ improve the senior’s mental/physical

well-being through exercise, physical fitness, and health screening.

Family Care-Giver Support – support services that provide a temporary break in the tasks of caregiving. For family caregivers who are providing care for an older individual who is determined to be functionally impaired because of inability to perform instrumental functions of daily living without substantial supervision and assistance. This service is provided to persons caring for a homebound relative 60+, for a relative 60+ caring

for a homebound child or grandchild.

Information and Assistance – Provides the individual with current information on opportunities and services within the community.

Legal Assistance – providing legal advice, counseling, and representation by an attorney. Lectures are scheduled on a quarterly basis.

Medicaid enrollment center – take initial Medicaid applications Medical Alert – linking clients with in-home emergency response system.

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Eldorado Resort Casino 451 Clyde Fant Memorial Pkwy Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 220-0711 Attractions & Entertainment

Emmett Hook Performing Arts Center 550 Common Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 429-6887

Barnwell Garden & Art Center 601 Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 673-7703 Boomtown Casino and Hotel 300 Riverside Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-0711 Bossier Parish Library Historical Center 2206 Beckett St. Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-7717 Bossier Tennis Center 1651 Mondello Way Bossier City, LA (318) 213-2108 Chimp Haven 13600 Chimpanzee Place Keithville, LA 71047 (318) 925-9575

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City of Shreveport Public Golf Courses • Huntington Park (318) 673-7765 • Querbes Park (318) 673-7773 • Jerry Time Brooks Park

(318) 673-7782

Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum 3201 Centenary Blvd.

Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 861-7615 Logan Mansion Tours 725 Austin Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 459-2285

Galley Fine Art Center 2551 Airline Drive, Suite 200 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 741-9192

Louisiana State Exhibit Museum 3015 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 632-2020

Gilbert and Sullivan Society 205 East Southfield Road Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 869-1429

Louisiana State Oil and Gas Museum 200 S. Land Avenue Oil City, LA 71061 (318) 995-6845

Harrah’s Louisiana Downs 8000 East Texas Street Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 742-5555

Crooked Hollow Golf Club 8867 Elysian Fields Greenwood, LA (318) 938-5060

Holiday Lanes 3316 Old Minden Road Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-7331

DiamondJacks Casino 711 DiamondJacks Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 678-7777

Horseshoe Casino and Hotel 711 Horseshoe Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 742-0711

East Bank Theatre and Gallery 630 Barksdale Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 741-8310

Hurley School of Music 2802 Woodlawn Avenue Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 869-5235

Eighth Air Force Museum 88 Shreveport Road Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 456-3067

J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Regional Visitor Center 700 Clyde Fant Parkway Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 677-2673

Marjorie Lyons Playhouse 2911 Centenary Blvd.

Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 869-5242 Meadows Museum of Art 2911 Centenary Blvd Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 869-5169 MeadowLake Golf Club 5730 Meadowlake Country Club Road Keithville, LA (318) 925-9547 Multicultural Center of the South 520 Spring Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 424-1380

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Municipal Auditorium 705 Elvis Presley Ave. Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 841-4000

Querbes Tennis Center 3507 Beverly Place Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 673-7787 River City Repertory Theatre 2829 Youree Drive, Suite 4 Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 868-5888 R. W. Norton Art Gallery 4747 Creswell Avenue Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 865-4201

Sci-Port – Louisiana’s Science Center/IMAX Theatre 820 Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 424-3466 www.sciport.org Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center provides a fun, educational environment for people of all ages to explore and actively engage in the world of mathematics, science and technology.

Sci-Port serves to spark curiosity about the world around us, provides hands-on tools for using scientific discovery in everyday life, and encourages a passion for life-long learning.

Shreveport Country Club 3101 Esplanade Avenue Shreveport, LA 71109 (318) 631-4511 Shreveport Little Theatre 812 Margaret Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 424-4438 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra 619 Louisiana, Suite 400 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 227-8863 Shreveport Opera 212 Texas, Suite 101 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 227-9503 Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet 6654 St. Vincent Avenue Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 865-9916

Shreveport Water Works Museum 142 North Common Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 221-3388 Shreveport Captains Baseball 2901 Pershing Blvd Shreveport, LA 71109 (318) 636-5555 Southern University Museum of Art 610 Texas Street, Suite 110 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 760-6631 Spring Street Historical Museum 525 Spring Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 424-0964

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Attractions & Entertainment

Pioneer Heritage Center LSU Shreveport Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 797-5339

Sam’s Town Hotel and Casino 315 Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 424-7777

Disability Services / Employment Opportunities

Stage of Stars Museum 705 Elvis Presley Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 220-9434 Strand Theatre 619 Louisiana Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 226-1481 The Robinson Film Center 617 Texas Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 424-9090 Touchstone Wildlife and Art Museum 5011 East Texas St. Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-5792 Vivian Railroad Station Museum 100 North Front Street Vivian, LA 71082 (318) 375-5300

Westwood Executive Golf Course 5006 Jefferson Paige Road Shreveport, LA 71109 (318) 636-3162

Disability Services

The following offer those with disabilities the tools and support services necessary to participate fully in their environment. They work closely with clients to develop selfawareness and independence, learn self-advocacy, and create a network of resources.

Betty & Leonard Phillips Deaf Action Center Of Louisiana 601 Jordan St. Shreveport, LA 71101 318-425-7781 www.deafactioncenter.org

“I will never be an old man. To me, old age is always 15 years older than I am.” ~ Francis Bacon

Hear Now –LSU Health Sciences Center ENT Clinic 1501 Kings Hwy Shreveport, LA 71103 318-675-6262 www.lsuhscshreveport.edu Hearing Aids – LA Rehab Services 1525 Fairfield #708 Shreveport, LA 71101 318-676-7155 www.dss.louisiana.gov Hearing Units (State Disability Determination) 2920 Knight Street Shreveport, LA 71105 318-869-6576 www.dss.louisiana.gov Louisiana Association For The Blind 1750 Claiborne Ave. Shreveport, LA 71103 318-635-6471 www.lablind.com Provides services and prod-

ucts for people who are visually impaired. Our Sensory Aids Store is open Monday-Friday, offering the latest technologies to enhance remaining vision levels.

Louisiana Assistive Technology Access Network (LATAN) 820 Jordan Suite 120 Shreveport, LA 71101 318-841-1548 www.latan.org Mollie Webb Speech & Hearing Clinic 3735 Blair St. Shreveport, LA 71103 318-632-2015

New Horizons Independent Living Center 8508 Line Avenue, Suite D Shreveport, LA 71106 318-671-8131 www.nhilc.org A non-profit, non-residential facility that offers info, referral, peer counseling, & skills training. Services include assistive technology, transportation, mental health counseling, attendant training program, and attendant services to people with disabilities. They provide support for people with disabilities who are considering transitioning from a nursing home or other institution.

Employment Opportunities Employment opportunities abound for area seniors who wish to share their talents.

Community Development (Employment) 1237 Murphy Street Room # 210 Shreveport, LA 71101 318-673-7500 www.shreveportla.gov To make available to the customer an array of employment, education, training and workforce development services, so that individuals and employers can make informed choices about their needs.

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Brock’s Collision Centers doesn’t just provide top-rated repairs; they also offer the best in customer service. With highly-skilled technicians, trained in repairs for all makes and models of automobiles, Brock’s can assure customers the most timely and accurate assessment, as well as the highest quality workmanship.

All work done at Brock’s is guaranteed to ensure our customers the highest level of satisfaction. Plus, with more than 33 years of providing the Shreveport-Bossier City area with collision repairs, Brock’s has developed relationships with every insurance provider, which is vital in assisting customers to file their claims.

Brock’s also offers 24-hour towing service, and can assist in providing customers alternative transportation while their automobile is being repaired. And with three convenient locations, you will find this advanced technology and high level of service located just around the corner.

So the next time you need car repairs, no matter what automobile you drive, or insurance you have, for the most convenient and highest level of service call Brock’s.

DOING OUR PART TO SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT (318) 687-5070 740 Bert Kouns Shreveport

(318) 742-5575 2654 Barksdale Blvd Bossier City

(318) 798-1353

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Louisiana Department Of Labor 2900 Dowdell Street Shreveport, LA 71103 318-676-7788 www.laworks.net Job Placement, unemployment insurance, training programs, labor market info and referral to other agencies.

North Louisiana Goodwill Industries 800 W. 70th St. Shreveport, LA 71106 318-869-2575 www.goodwillnla.org Senior Employment Program/ Ayuda 820 Jordan St. Suite #310 Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-7611 www.servicelocator.org Project Ayuda/SCSEP enhances employment opportunities for low-income seniors 55 and older and promotes them as a solution for businesses seeking trained, qualified, and reliable employees.

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Estate Planning and Legal Services Estate planning involves assets and the various forms of ownership that those assets may take. Through estate planning, individuals can determine how and by whom assets will be managed during your lifetime if you ever become unable to manage them yourself; when and under what circumstances it makes sense to distribute assets during your lifetime, how and to whom assets will be distributed after death, how and by whom your personal care will be managed, and how health care decisions will be made during your lifetime if you become unable to care for yourself.

George H. Mills, Attorney 331 Milam Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 222-0337

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HELPS Nonprofit Law Firm P. O. Box 90790 Portland, OR 97290 (855) 435-7787 Toll Free www.helpsishere.org HELPS Nonprofit Law Firm protects seniors on Social Security and pensions from creditor harassment at minimal cost.

HELPS brings peace of mind to America’s seniors.

John E. Settle, Jr., Attorney 1915 Citizens Bank Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 742-5513 The Elder Law Attorneys Joseph R. Gilsoul and Kyle A. Moore 912 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 222-2100 www.weems-law.com Offers a full spectrum of services, considering all options to develop an effective, flexible, and protective plan for a family’s specific needs. Specializing in estate planning, long-term care

planning, special needs planning, and successions.

Eye Care Providers

The 3 main types of eye care professionals are ophthalmologists, optometrists, and opticians.

• Ophthalmologists are medical doctors who are licensed by the state to practice medicine and to perform surgery. They can deliver total eye care, including performing a complete eye examination, prescribing eyeglasses and contact lenses, diagnosing and treating eye diseases, and performing surgery.

• Optometrists are licensed by the state They can perform an eye examination and can determine the presence of vision-related problems. They can also prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses.

• Opticians are trained in

filling prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses.

Dr. Au Eye Clinic 2539 Viking Drive, #103 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 742-3399 Bossier Eye Institute 2300 Hospital Drive, #140 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-2020 Bossier Family Eye Care 927 Benton Road Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-0302 David Raines Community Center 1625 David Raines Road Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 425-2252 Duncan Optical Dispensary 4843 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 869-3488

Eye Institute South 2530 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop #116 Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 212-5901 Highland Clinic Ophthalmology 471 Ashley Ridge Dr., #100 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 795-4770 Lusk Eye Specialists 451 Ashley Ridge Drive Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 222-5555 Pierremont Eye Institute 7607 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 212-3937 Founded in 2003 for the treatment of all eye conditions.

From fitting glasses and contacts to treating diabetic eye disease to routine and complex cataract eye surgery, they provide comprehensive eye care for the whole family.

Red River Eye Center 2400 Hospital Drive, # 100 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 212-7860 Regional Retina 7330 Fern Ave., #702 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 798-6699

Financial Planning Services

Dr. Sam Silverblatt 1803 East 70th Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 798-4000

A financial consultant prepares financial plans for clients.

Some financial planners assess every aspect of an individual’s financial life - including savings, investments, insurance, taxes, retirement, and estate planning - and help develop a detailed strategy for meeting financial goals.

Shreveport Eye Clinic 471 Ashley Ridge Dr. # 300 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 861-4009

Argent Financial Group 333 Texas Street, Suite 699 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 673-1920

Vision Source 136 Shelley Drive Longview, TX 75701 (800) 243-2020

Chad M. Garland, CPA, LLC 7591 Fern Avenue, Suite 1701 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 220-4416 www.chadgarlandcpa.com With over 30 years of experience, he has in-depth knowledge to solve problems and to administer confidential financial solutions. Services include: estate planning, insurance planning, retirement planning, plus a full range of accounting and bookkeeping services.

WK Eye Institute 2611 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-2020 www.wkhs.com Founded in 2010 for the treatment of all eye conditions.

From fitting glasses and contacts to treating diabetic eye disease to routine and complex cataract eye surgery, they provide comprehensive eye care for the whole family.

Zaffater Eye Center 2300 Hospital Drive, Suite 300 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-5838

“I’m not afraid of aging.” ~Shelley Duvall

Cornerstone Financial Services, LLC 910 Pierremont, Suite 410 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 861-8607

Evans Financial Group 7600 Fern Ave., Bldg 1200 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 629-4852

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Eye Care Providers / Financial Planning Services

Dr. Bryan Vekovius 450 Ashley Ridge Drive Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 675-3733 www.drveko.com An expert in aesthetics and treatment of diseases and syndromes involving the eye and eyelid, tearing system, and the optic nerve and is considered an expert in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery having performed close to two thousand procedures over the past six years on the eyelid alone.

Financial Planning / Funeral Homes

Executive Financial Group 8848 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 795-0660

S.A.F.E. Planning, Inc. 920 Pierremont, Suite 105 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 869-3133

French Financial Group 7607 Fern Avenue, Ste 902 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 670-8796

Serio Financial Services 6969 Fern Loop, #206 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 221-0889

Garcia Financial Services 1605 Benton Road, Suite H Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 742-4437

TFG Financial 1754 East 70th Street Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 424-1116

HELPS Nonprofit Law Firm P. O. Box 90790 Portland, OR 97290 (855) 435-7787 Toll Free www.helpsishere.org HELPS Nonprofit Law Firm protects seniors on Social Security and pensions from creditor harassment at minimal cost.

HELPS brings peace of mind to America’s seniors.

Williams Financial Advisors 6245 Youree Dr., Suite 180 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 798-1112

Horton Financial Services 120 North Hardwick Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 222-8600 IM Financial 1945 East 70th Street Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 629-1170 JPJ Investments 3201 Dee Street Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 222-8999 McDaniel Financial 2001 East 70th, Suite 407 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 798-9022

Sitters and Companions Call Susan at (318) 655-5606 to discuss the needs for your loved one

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Funeral Homes

When a loved one dies, grieving family members and friends often are confronted with dozens of decisions about the funeral - all of which must be made quickly and often under great emotional duress.

What kind of funeral? What arrangements should you plan.

How much will it cost?There is an increasing trend toward preneed planning - when people make funeral arrangements in advance. Funeral homes arrange services in accordance with the wishes of the family and the deceased. The funeral home takes care of the necessary paperwork, permits, and other details, such as making arrangements with the cemetery, and providing obituaries to the news media.

Aulds Funeral Home 7849 East Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 797-8124

Heavenly Gates 1339 Jewell Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 222-8010

Boone Funeral Home 2156 Airline Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 742-5361

Hill Crest Funeral Home 601 Hwy 80 East Haughton, LA 71037 (318) 949-9415

Centuries Funeral Home 8801 Mansfield Road Shreveport, LA 71108 (318) 686-4334

J. S. Williams and Son Funeral Home 1104 Pierre Avenue Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 221-6169

Forest Park Funeral Home 1201 Louisiana Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 221-7181 Good Samaritan Funeral Home 2200 Laurel Street Shreveport, LA 71133 (318) 221-7337

Louisiana Funeral and Cremation Care 3903 Meriwether Shreveport, LA 71109 (318) 688-5509 Osborn Funeral Home 3631 Southern Avenue Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 865-8426

Best Friends Care “A Best Friend to Share Lasting Memories”

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Providing services to clients in Caddo, Bossier and Webster Parishes Very Affordable Rates 10% Discount for all military and veterans

2201 Airline Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-2543 www.rose-neath.com 2500 Southside Drive Shreveport, LA 71108 (318) 687-1256 www.rose-neath.com Family-owned Rose-Neath Funeral Homes and Cemeteries is dedicated to providing the compassionate care families need when a loved one dies.

Winnfield Funeral Home 3701 Hollywood Avenue Shreveport, LA 71109 (318) 631-0203

Government Services City of Bossier

Animal Control: 318-741-8499 Billing Permits and Inspections 318-741-8985 Bossier City – Main Number 318-741-8500 Bossier Clean City Committee 318-741-8409 Community Development 318-741-8560 Community Oriented Policing 318-741-8352 Community Property Standards 318-741-8578 Fire Department • Emergency - 911 • Fire Prevention Bureau

318-741-8704 • Non – Emergencies

318-741-8700 Mayors Office – The Mayor

318-741-8501 Metropolitan Planning Commission: 318-741-8824 Parking Tickets and Traffic Fines 318-741-8835 Parks and Recreation 318-741-8463 Police Department • Emergency - 911

• Non Emergency

318-741-8611 • Crime Stoppers

318-424-4100 Public Works: 318-741-8402 SB Convention & Tourist Bureau - 318-222-9391 Sewer Repairs: 318-741-8466 Street Department : 318-741-8402 Water Bills: 318-741-8757

City of Shreveport

Citizen & Neighborhood Assistance - 318-673-5669 City of Shreveport : 318-673-5463 Community Development 318-673-5900 Community Support Program 318-865-1422 Council Offices: 318-673-5262 Fraud Hotline: 318-222-5698 Mayors Office • Citizen Concerns

318-673-5013 • The Mayor

318-673-5050 Neighborhood Assistance Team: • Area 1 (North)

318-673-6936 • Area 2 (East)

318-673-7397 • Area 3 (West)

318-673-7359 • Area 4 (South)

318-673-7399 Office Of Environmental Affairs 318-673-7660 Parking Tickets: 318-222-0290 Police Department • Emergency - 911 • Non-Emergency

318-673-2583 Public Assembly & Recreation (SPAR) 318-673-7727 Public Works Emergency Assistance 318-673-7600 Shreveport/Bossier Community Renewal - 318-425-3222 Fire Department • Emergency 911 • Fire Prevention Bureau

318-673-6740 • Non-Emergencies

318-673-6650 Shreveport Police • Crime Stoppers

318-673-7000 • Forgery & Fraud Unit

318-673-6985

• Non-Emergencies

318-673-7300 SB Convention & Tourist Bureau - 318-222-9391 Transportation (SPORTRAN) 318-673-7425 Water Bills - 318-673-5510 Water OFF and ON Meter Services - 318-673-7626 Weed & Seed • Area 2 (Olive St.)

318-673-7390 • Area 3 (Midway St.)

318-673-7357 Zoning Enforcement 318-673-6440 Bossier Parish

Animal/Rat Control 318-965-3752 Bossier Community Service 318-747-1045 Bossier Parish Civil Department 318-965-2368 Bossier Parish Clerk of Court 318-965-2336 Bossier Parish Fire District 318-949-9440 Bossier Parish Health Unit 318-741-7314

Bossier Parish Police Jury 318-965-2329 Bossier Parish Registrar of Voters - 318-965-2301 Bossier Parish Sheriff Substation 318-747-8600 Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office 318-965-2203 Bossier Parish Tax Assessor 318-965-2213 Social Services Needs and Information - 211 South Bossier Parish Fire District - 318-987-2555

Caddo Parish

Animal/Rat Control 318-226-6624 Caddo Community Action Agency - 318-861-4808 Caddo Parish Commission 318-226-6596 Caddo Parish Coroner’s Office 318-226-6881 Caddo Parish Fire: • District 1: 318-929-3575 • District 2: 318-425-2712 • District 3: 318-938-5290 • District 4: 318-925-2200 • District 5: 318-797-4111

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Funeral Homes / Government Services

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Government Services

• District 6: 318-925-8791 • District 7: 318-995-7114 • District 8: 318-375-3233 • District 9: 318-861-9210

Caddo Parish Food Stamp Office : 318-676-7600 Caddo Parish Health Unit 318-676-5223 Caddo Parish Office of Vital Records: 318-676-5201 Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office 318-675-2170 Department of Motor Vehicles 225-925-6146 Driver’s License Bureau 225-925-6146 Mosquito Control 318-226-6628 Social Services Needs and Information: 211

State of Louisiana

Bayou Health Plans (Medicaid & LaChip): 855-229-6848 Commissioner of Public Service 318-676-7464 Consumer Credit Complaints 888-525-9414 Dept of Housing & Urban Development: 318-676-3440 Do Not Call Program 800-256-2397 Elderly Protective Services 318-676-5200 Group Benefits Office 318-676-7026 Justice Dept. - Attorney General 318-227-3790 LA Dept. of Health & Hospitals • Home & Community

Based Waivers

318-741-2700 • Toll Free: 800-660-0488 • Office of Mental Health

225-342-5774

LA Dept. of Insurance (Toll Free): 800-259-5300 LA Dept. of Justice Consumer Protection: 225-339-5191 Toll Free: 800-351-4889 LA Dept. of Motor Vehicles 225-925-6146 LA Dept. of Revenue Taxpayer Assistance: 225-219-2448 LA Dept. of Trans. and Development: 225-379-1100 LA Housing Finance Agency 888-454-2001 LA Office of the Governor • Department of Veteran

Affairs: 225-922-0500 • Office of Disability

Affairs: 225-219-7550 • Office of Elderly Affairs

225-342-7100 LA Council on Developmental Disabilities: 800-922-3425 Medicare Beneficiary Hotline 800-433-4958 Mental Health Advocacy Service 318-676-7332 Mental Health Office 318-676-5111 NW Reg. Center For Addictive Disorders: 318-632-2040 Office for Citizens With Disabilities: 318-741-7455 Office of Elderly Affairs 318-676-5200 Office of Family Support 318-676-7600 Public Health Office 318-676-7470 State Police Office 318-747-7411 Representatives: • District 1: James Morris

318-995-6852 • District 2: Roy Burrell

318-676-7137

• District 3: Barbara Norton

318-632-5887 • District 4: Patrick Williams

318-676-5990 • District 5: Alan Seabaugh

318-676-7990 • District 6: Thomas

Carmody 318-862-9956 • District 7: Richard Burford

318-925-9588 • District 8:Jeff Thompson

318-741-2850 • District 9: Henry Burns

318-949-2463 • District 10: Gene Reynolds

318-371-3092 Senators: • District 36: Robert Adley

318-965-1755 • District 37: Barrow

Peacock 318-741-7180 • District 38: Sherri S.

Buffington 318-687-4820 • District 39: Gregory Tarver

318-227-1499 Taxpayer Assistance 318-676-7500 Veterans Affairs Office 318-676-7540

U. S. Government 1-800 FED-INFO 800-333-4636

Food & Drug Administration (FDA) 318-676-3343 Health & Human Resources 318-676-3850 Housing - FHA: 318-676-3401 Housing Counseling Homebuyers & Renters 800-358-6216 Local HUD-FHA General Information: 318-676-3385 Medicare Part B Information 800-462-9666 Postal Service: 800-275-8777 Shreveport Vet Center 318-861-1776 Social Security Administration 318-676-3173 U.S. Congressman John Fleming 318-798-2254 U.S. Senator David Vitter 318-861-0437 U.S. Senator Mary Landrieu 318-676-3085 United States Railroad Retirement: 318-676-3022 Veterans Administration Medical Center 318-221-8411 Veterans Affairs/Benefits Information: 800-827-1000

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Hearing Care Providers

Associates of Ear and Throat LSU Health Sciences Center 1501 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71130 (318) 675-6262

Beltone Hearing 1701 Old Minden Road, Suite 17F Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 629-4188 Better Hearing Systems 1000 Chinaberry Dr., Ste 103 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-9191 www.betterhearingsystemsla.com Our licensed audiologist remains current with all the hearing aids available so you can receive the technology specific to your needs, whether you need a baseline to monitor hearing, hearing aids, or anything in between.

David Raines Community Health Center 1625 David Raines Rd Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 425-2252

allergy testing and treatment clinic as well as an on-site CT scanner.

Ear, Nose and Throat Center 8575 Fern Ave, #103 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 798-0759 www.entcenter.md Ear, Nose and Throat Center provides specialized care in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, Audiology and hearing aids, and maintain a full-service allergy testing and treatment clinic as well as an on-site CT scanner.

Ear, Nose and Throat Center 2121 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 226-9441 www.entcenter.md Ear, Nose and Throat Center provides specialized care in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, Audiology and hearing aids, and maintain a full-service

Highland Clinic Audiological Services 1455 East Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 798-4442 Miracle Ear Hearing Center 2121 Airline Drive, #600 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 742-3525 Miracle Ear Hearing Center 5737 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 219-4155 Shreve Hearing Aid Service 1810 East 70th Street Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 797-7733 Willis Knighton The Center for Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders 2300 Hospital Drive, Suite 460 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 212-7953

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Hearing Care Providers

A visit to a professional who specializes in the evaluation and treatment of hearing loss.

• An otolaryngologist is an ear, nose and throat medical doctor that has specialized in problems of the ear, nose, and throat.

• Audiologists have master’s or doctorate degrees in the diagnosis and rehabilitation of hearing loss. In addition to treating hearing loss through hearing aids, audiologists identify and refer any conditions that require treatment by an ENT. • Hearing instrument specialists are trained to perform hearing evaluations and dispense hearing aids.

Audibel of Shreveport 701 Jordan, Suite D Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 425-5417 www.audibelofshreveport.com Free hearing test and a no money down 30 day trial on all products before you buy.

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Help Lines

Help Lines

City Services SHV = Shreveport BC = Bossier City

Reporting: • a missing person: 673-7020 SHV; 741-8641 BC • a stolen automobile 673-6985 SHV; 741-8641 BC • citizens concerns/complaints to the Mayor 673-5013 SHV; 741-8501 BC • Domestic violence 6736985 SHV; 741-8641 BC • Forgery and Fraud 673-6985 SHV; 741-8641 BC • information to Crimestoppers: 673-7000 SHV; 424-4100 BC • junk cars or other debris on property: 673-6219 SHV; 741-8571 BC • electric service problems - 888-218-3919 • event for convention or tourist attraction: 318-222-9391 • garbage collection problems: 673-6369 SHV; 741-8461 BC

• high grass or weeds on property: 673-6219 SHV; 741-8571 BC • local telephone problems: 877-737-2478 • natural gas leaks or gas problems: 800-551-8261 • potential fire hazard situation: 673-6740 SHV; 741-8704 BC • potential zoning violation: 673-6440 SHV; 741-8703 BC • Property crimes: 673-6985 SHV; 741-8641 BC • street sign or traffic signal problems : 673-6181 SHV; 741-8411 BC • unsafe structure on property: 673-6219 SHV; 741-8571 BC • stray or noisy animals: 226-6624 SHV; 741-8499 BC • water or sewer leaks: 673-7600 SHV; 741-8466 BC • water bills problems: 673-5510 SHV; 741-8757 BC Seeking information about: • citizen or neighborhood assistance: 673-7397 SHV; 741-8352 BC

answering. aiding. guiding.

Anyone eligible for Medicare (65+ or disabled) should know about the senior Health insurance information Program (sHiiP). SHIIP offers free and confidential help with Medicare and other health insurance. Our counselors work through local organizations and can help answer your questions.

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• Event or tourist attraction: 222-9391 • home ramps for disabled person: 673-7528 SHV; 741-8560 BC • Liftline services for a disabled person: 673-5316 • non-emergency contact with police department: 673-2583 SHV; 741-8611 BC • obtaining a building permit: 673-6100 SHV; 741-8571 BC • parking ticket information: 222-0290 SHV; 741-8687 BC • recycling information: 673-6300 SHV; 741-8461 BC Parish Services C = Caddo Parish B = Bossier parish

Reporting: • animal/rat problems: 226-6624 C; 965-3752 B • civil & criminal situations: 675-2170 C; 965-2203 B • consumer credit complaints: 888-525-9414 • elderly abuse or neglect: 676-5200 • mosquito problems: 226-6627 or 226-6801 • nursing home problem: 676-7900 C; 676-7900 B • public services complaints: 676-7464 • property tax problem: 681-0638 C; 965-3400 B • unfair or deceptive products/services: 800-351-4889 Seeking information about: • accessing needed social services: 211 C; 227-2100 B • assistance for an elderly crime victim: 681-0871 C; 965-2203 B • assistance with transportation needs: 676-7900 C; 741-8302 B • Assistance in purchasing handicapped accessible vehicles: 225-379-1100 • death investigation: 226-6881 C; 742-0579 B • driver’s license: 225-925-6146 • event or tourist attraction: 222-9391 • food assistance: 675-2400 • food stamps: 676-7600

• general parish issues: 226-6900 C; 965-2329 B • Homestead Exemption: 226-6705 C; 965-3400 B • library services: 226-5897 C; 746-1693 B • marriage license: 226-6789 C; 965-2336 B • Meals on Wheels: 676-7900 C; 741-8302 B • Parks and recreation: 929-2806 C • public health issues: 676-5222 C; 741-7314 B • vehicle registration: 225-925-6146 • vital and birth records: 676-5201 C; 965-2336 B • voter registration: 226-6891 C; 965-2301 B Louisiana Services

Reporting: • concerns or problems with a licensed health care provider: 318-862-9899; 800-256-3068 • concerns to Governor of Louisiana: 225-342-0991; 800-256-7777 • consumer product safety concerns: 800-638-2772 • consumer complaints: 800-351-4889 • domestic violence hotline: 800-799-7233 • forest fires: 800-242-3473 • future digging on property: 811; 800-272-3020; 225-275-3700 • homeland security concerns: 425-5351 • insurance policy problems or complaints: 800-259-5301 • public utility company problems: 318-676-7464; 800-256-2412 • quality of care problems in a health care facility: 800-433-4958 • railroad crossing problems: 800-232-0144; 800-453-2530 • drug helpline: 800-662-4357 • suicide prevention lifeline: 800-272-8255 • suspected fraud & abuse: 800-477-8477; 800-488-2917 • toxic or oil spills: 800-424-8802

Seeking information about: • assistance for a chronically developmentally disabled person: 318-741-7455; 800-862-1409 • assistance for a Louisiana veteran: 318-677-7540; 800-827-1000 • assistance in filing a state income tax return: 318-676-7500; 800-829-3071 • assistance while traveling on highways: 318-741-7411; 800-259-4929 • boat registration: 318-676-7594; 318-371-3050 • disability determinations: 318-869-6400; 800-256-2266 • Elderly Medicaid Waiver assistance & LT-PCS: 800-660-0488; 866-229-5222 • fishing and hunting license: 800-344-9453 • insurance comparison information and guides: 800-259-5301

• Louisiana tourism events or attractions: 318-938-5613 • mental health services: 318-676-5111; 866-416-5370 • reducing telemarketing calls to home phone: - 800-676-0773 • senior services: 225-342-7100 • senior health insurance information program: – 800-259-5301 • state police: 747-7411 • taxpayer assistance: 676-7500 • veterans affairs office: 676-7540 Federal Government Services

Reporting: • concerns to the President of The United States: 202-456-1111 or 202-456-1414 • concerns to US House Representative John Fleming:

Seeking information about: • Barksdale Retirees Benefits: - 318-456-5976 • completing federal income tax forms: 800-829-1040 • Federal Government services: 800-688-9889 • Federal Housing Information: 318-676-3385; 800-358-6216 • Medicare Claims: 800-462-9666 • Medicare benefits: 633-4227 ; 800-932-7644 • Medicare Savings Programs 318-862-9862; 888-544-7996 • national & local weather forecasts: 318-635-7575; 318-631-3669 • obtaining a US Passport: 318-677-2216; 504-670-2416 • railroad retirement benefits: 318-676-3022; 800-724-5995 • reducing telemarketing calls to home phone: 888-382-1222 • Social Security Benefits:

318-676-3209; 800-772-1213 • SSA Hearings & Appeals: 318-676-3850 • Veterans Benefits: 318-676-7540; 800-827-1000

Miscellaneous

Reporting: • cable television service problems : 318-213-4130; 318-747-1688 • comments or suggestions to The Best of Times: 318-636-5510 • consumer/business complaints: 318-222-7575 • obscene or harassing telephone calls: 318-557-6222 • problems with daily newspaper delivery: 318-459-3322; 318-747-7900 • product safety issues: 800-638-2772 • suspected domestic violence situation: 888-411-1333 800-799-7233 • suspected drug & narcotic problems : 318-677-8862; 800-662-4357 • suspected gambling problems: 877-770-7867 Seeking information about: • Alcoholics Anonymous: 318-865-2171; 800-729-6686 • area tourism and events: 318-222-9391; 800-551-8682 • Benefits Check Up: Help find benefit programs that can help pay for medications, health care, food, utilities and more. www.benefitscheckup.org • donating furniture, clothing, and other items: 318424-3200; 318-869-2571 • Elder Care Locator: Service

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Help Lines

318-798-2254; 202-225-2777 • concerns to US Senator Mary Landrieu: 318-676-3085; 202-224-5824 • concerns to US Senator David Vitter: 318-861-0437; 202-224-4623 • discrimination & employment issues: 800-669-4000 • mail service problems/ concerns : 318-677-2235; 800-275-8777 • problems to Food and Drug Administration: 318-676-3343 • tips on suspected terrorists: 318-221-8439; 504-816-3000

Home Care Providers / Home Health Agencies

of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting seniors to services. 1-800-677-1116 or www.eldercare.gov • Foster grandparent volunteer program: 318-676-7913 • free legal assistance: 318-222-7186; 800-960-9109 • free or low cost legal representation: 318-221-2205 • local volunteer opportunities: 318-676-5186 • locating senior housing, meals, transportation, home health, etc.: 800-677-1116 • obtaining flu/pneumonia shots: 318-865-9545 • poisoning information or assistance: 800-256-9822 or 800-222-1222 • senior advocacy concerns: 318-227-6186; 800-960-7705 • senior services: 318-676-7900 or 800-256-3003

Home Care Providers

Home care providers or private duty care providers are companies that provide home care aides, companion care, homemaker services, assistance with activities of daily living in the client’s place of residence (i.e. home, hospital, assisted living, or nursing home). These providers are not generally certified or licensed home health care agencies and generally are not able to provide services which are reimbursed by the Medicare program, some Medicaid programs, and some private insurance programs.

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Care is generally provided on an hourly basis by trained caregivers. The most common methods for covering the cost of private duty home care is through long term care insurance benefits, out of pocket/private payments, and some Medicaid or other governmental programs.

All About Care Home Services 2529 East 70th Street, Suite 306 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 797-2100 Best Friends Care 7591 Fern Avenue, Suite 1701 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 655-5606 Providing sitter and companion services to clients in Caddo, Bossier, and Webster Parishes at very affordable rates. 10% discount for all military and veterans.

Comfort Keepers 910 Pierremont Road Suite 410 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 934-0090 www.comfortkeepers.com Helping seniors live happy, healthy lives in the comfort of their own homes by providing quality, compassionate care and safety technology solutions to preserve independence and contribute to a better life.

Elite Health Solutions, LLC 7591 Fern Ave., Suite 1601 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 213-5483

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Entrum Care, Inc. 6235 Hwy 157 South Haughton, LA 71037 (318) 949-1828 (866) 949-1828

Family Care Services 7623 Pines Road Shreveport, LA 71129 (318) 671-1799 www.familycareservices.net Since 1993, catering to the needs of others, providing companionship, understanding & experienced care. Compassionate, well-trained caretakers provide you or your loved one with the very best care to help you live with the dignity and pride that you deserve.

Home Assistance Services 2533 Bert Kouns, Ste 119 Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 682-8182 www.homeassistanceservices.com Since 1987, we have been providing high quality, friendly, honest and compassionate care by qualified a direct service workers to encourage individuals to extend a near normal life style and hold on to their independence; to give daily living assistance in order to sustain their health and safety; and to provide peace of mind to the family members in need of respite services.

Interim Healthcare Staffing 2323 Old Minden Road Suite 500 Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 741-3776

New Horizons Independent Living Center 8508 Line Avenue, Suite D Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 671-8131 www.nhilc.org Enabling people with disabilities to live independently. A non-profit and non-residential service provider offers independent living services, assistive technology services, transportation services, mental health counseling services, an attendant training program, and attendant

services to people with disabilities in the 29 parishes of North Louisiana.

Northwest LA INCS, LLC 4111 Metro Drive Shreveport, LA 71109 (318) 636-0390 Seniors’ Club PCA Care 2653 Malcolm Street Shreveport, LA 71109 (318) 635-0010 Southland Home Health of Shreveport 9301 Wallace Lake Road Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 683-1190

Home Health Agencies Home health agencies are licensed by a state to provide care to a patient in the patient’s residence. Care must be prescribed by the patient’s attending physician as part of a written plan of care and the patient must be generally homebound. Home health agencies are certified

by Medicare and Medicaid to provide care services that may be reimbursed by Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance. Some home health agencies provide services to patients within a certain geographic coverage area. Home health care services provided by a licensed and certified home health agency on an intermittent basis may include: skilled nursing; home health aide services; physical therapy; occupational therapy; speech therapy; social worker services, personal hygiene care, and light housekeeping.

Ark-La-Tex Home Health 2090 Stockwell Road Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-6180 Christus Home Care 1700 Buckner, Ste 200 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 681-7200

Gentiva Health Services 920 Pierremont, Ste 520 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 865-8865

STAT Home Health 820 Jordan, Suite 110 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 424-5365

Louisiana HomeCare of Shreveport 920 Pierremont, Ste 220 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 219-9549

Supra Home Care 8889 Jewella, Ste D Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 865-3111

Medistar Home Health 2103 Old Minden Road, Ste A Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 742-4028 National Homecare Services 3007 Knight Street, Suite 200 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 221-8799

Professional Home Health Services 3601 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 861-3900 Smart Health Care 127 Honeysuckle Lane Haughton, LA 71037 (318) 747-1965 Southland Home Health of Shreveport 9301 Wallace Lake Rd. Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 683-1190

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Synergy Home Care 2533 Bert Kouns, #117 Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 550-0285

Thompson Home Health 2529 East 70th, Suite 110 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 797-9392

Home Medical Infusion

Home medical infusion provides safe, effective administration of medication or vital fluids to patients in their own home or in an outpatient setting.

CarePoint Partners 4859 Shed Road, Suite 300 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-5080 IV Plus of Shreveport 2535 Bert Kouns Industrial Suite 211 Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 683-5139 National Pharmacy Services of Shreveport 8860 Quimper Place Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 797-9517 Wellcare Pharmacy and Home Infusion 4160 Airline Drive Bossier Ciy, LA 71111 (318) 212-9990 WellNecessities Pharmacy and Infusion 8835 Line Avenue Suite 500 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 222-0885

Trinity Home Care 3825 Gilbert Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 861-0306 United Home Health Care of Shreveport 9400 Village Green Drive Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 798-7777 www.unitedhomehealthcare.com United Home Health Care of Shreveport’s mission is to assist patients and their families to recover from an illness and be self-sufficient in the comfort of their homes or places of residence and in familiar surroundings at the lowest cost compared to hospitalization and nursing homes.

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Home Health Agencies / Home Medical Infusion

Willis Knighton Home Health 3300 Albert Bicknell #4 Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-4180 www.wkhs.com Willis-Knighton Home Health is a full-service program providing skilled nursing for disease and pain management; infusion therapy, chemotherapy, total parenteral/enteral nutrition and wound care. Home Health also provides rehab services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, lymphedema therapy, and speech therapy.

Other services provided are a medical social worker and certified nursing assistants.

Hospice Care / Hospitals

Hospice Care Services

Hospice is a method of caring for the terminally ill that helps provide comfort and support to patients and their family members when an illness no longer responds to cure-oriented treatments. Hospice neither prolongs life nor hastens death. The primary goal is to improve the quality of a patient’s last days.

Hospice care can be provided in the home, hospice facility, nursing home, or hospital.

Medical, social, spiritual, and counseling services can all be part of hospice care, depending on the individual patient and family needs. Medicare and many private health insurance programs cover hospice care but require specific patient eligibility, including certification by a physician that the patient is terminally ill with 6 months or less to live based on knowledge about the normal course of a specific illness.

Agape Hospice 806 Brook Hollow Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 868-2150

Hospice of Shreveport/Bossier 3829 Gilbert Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 865-7177

Christus Schumpert Hospice and Grace Home One St. Mary Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 681-4605

Jordan’s Crossing Hospice 624 Travis St., Suite 700 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 631-6789

Circle of Life Hospice, Inc. 920 East 70th Street, Ste B Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 869-4012 www.circleoflifehospiceinc.com Circle of Life Hospice provides a team of doctors, nurses, CNAs, chaplains, social workers, bereavement staff and volunteers for terminally ill patients and their families during end of life care.

Harmony Life Hospice 2529 East 70th, #306 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318)798-5775

LifePath Hospice Care Services 8720 Quimper Place #100 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 222-5711 Odyssey HealthCare 8508 Line Ave., Suite 6A Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 868-8788 www.odyshealth.com Odyssey Hospice serves our customers by being responsive, innovative, and by improving the quality of life. We serve all people during the end of life’s journey.

Regional Hospice Care Group 8660 Fern Avenue, Suite 145 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 524-1046 SouthernCare Hospice 2924 Knight St.,#324 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 227-9160 St. Joseph Hospice 688 Jordan Shreveport LA 71101 (318) 222-8723 www.stjosephhospice.com St. Joseph Hospice is a spiritually driven hospice with many years of experience providing emotional, spiritual, and physical support to patients facing a terminal illness and their loved ones.

Willis Knighton Hospice of Louisiana 616 East Flournoy Lucas Road Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 212-2170 www.wkhs.com Willis-Knighton Hospice of Louisiana provides skilled services and compassionate support from a team of professionals that includes the attending

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physician, medical director, registered nurses, social workers, chaplains, home health aides, music therapy, auxiliary services and volunteers.

Hospitals

Hospitals vary widely in the services. The different types of hospitals include: • General hospitals have many specialized departments with highly trained doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals. They are generally set up to deal with many kinds of disease and injury, and typically have an emergency department to deal with immediate and urgent threats to health.

• Specialized hospitals include rehabilitation hospitals, children’s hospitals, geriatric hospitals, veteran’s hospitals, and hospitals for dealing with specific medical needs.

Brentwood Hospital 1006 Highland Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 678-7500 www.brentwoodbehavioral.com Brentwood Hospital helps individuals and families achieve optimal mental health, resulting in improved quality of life.

A dedicated professional team provides individualized treatment, meeting the personal needs of our customers in a safe and nurturing environment.

Christus Schumpert One St. Mary Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 681-4500 Christus Schumpert Highland Hospital 1453 E. Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 798-4300 Cornerstone Hospital of Bossier City 4900 Medical Drive Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 747-9500

Lifecare Hospital - Linwood 9320 Linwood Avenue Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 688-8504 Lifecare Hospital - North 2550 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-6860 LSU Health Sciences Center 1501 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71130 (318) 675-5000 Minden Medical Center #1 Medical Plaza Minden, LA 71055 (318) 377-2321 North Caddo Memorial 1000 South Spruce Street Vivian, LA 71082 (318) 375-3235 Overton Brooks Veterans Administration Hospital 510 Stoner Avenue Shreveport, LA 71130 (318) 221-8411 Promise Specialty Hospital of Shreveport 1800 Irving Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 425-4096 Promise Specialty Hospital of Bossier City 2525 Viking Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 841-2525 Red River Behavioral Center 2800 Melrose Avenue.

Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 549-2033 Stonewall Hospital 960 Hwy 171 Stonewall, LA 71078 (318) 925-6660

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Willis Knighton Medical Center 2600 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-4000 www.wkhs.com A 369 bed acute care hospital providing various medical treatments, therapies, and surgical care and staffed with doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals. Willis Knighton Health System (WKHS) has been rated one of the top 100 hospitals in the US. WK Bossier Health Center 2400 Hospital Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 212-7000 www.wkhs.com A 114 bed acute care hospital providing various medical treatments, therapies, and surgical care and staffed with doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals. WKHS has been rated one of the top 100 hospitals in the US. Willis Knighton South and the Center for Women’s Health 2510 Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 212-5000 www.wkhs.com A 186 bed acute care hospital providing various medical treatments, therapies, and surgical care and staffed with doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals. WKHS has been rated one of the top 100 hospitals in the US. WK Pierremont Health Center 8001 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 212-3000 www.wkhs.com A 112 bed acute care hospital providing various medical treatments, therapies, and surgical care and staffed with doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals. WKHS has been rated one of the top 100 hospitals in the US.

Independent Living Communities

Independent Living communities are a group of variable sized apartments that provide seniors with the opportunity to experience as much freedom as they choose among their peers in a secure setting. These communities are designed for those who are relatively physically and socially independent. The major benefits are maintenance free living, socialization opportunities and numerous activities.

Other amenities may include housekeeping services, pest control, apartment maintenance, parking, utilities, cable television, transportation and one or more meals served in a common dining area. These communities do not provide custodial or medical care. Neither long term care insurance nor federal/state assistance living programs will cover the costs of living.

Garden Apartments at the Oaks 600 East Flournoy Lucas Road Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 212-2000 www.theoaksofla.com Offers 119 garden apartments, all on one level with many overlooking a lake and most with parking just outside the door. A number of studio and one-bedroom garden apartments with interior access to the Alta and John Franks Community Centre also are available.

Glen Stiles Apartments 403 East Flournoy Lucas Road Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 797-6810 Glenview Gardens 4828 Medical Drive Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 746-0470 Summerfield Estates 9133 Baird Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 688-9525 Tower at The Oaks 600 East Flournoy Lucas Road Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 212-6257 www.theoaksofla.com Offers 124 residences for active adults, age 55+ ,a first-of-its kind for Shreveport. The Tower is nestled in a park-like setting surrounded by beautiful vistas – trees, water, walking trails and spacious lawns. The luxurious multistory building is the nucleus of a concierge community with resort amenities such as flexible dining options and a spa and wellness center.

The Waterford at Shreveport 2222 East Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 524-3300 www.waterfordatshreveport.com Offers ten floor plans, 3 full meals a day in a beautifully appointed dining room, weekly housekeeping and linen service, complimentary transportation, full social and recreational programs, 24 hour emergency call system, and 24 hour staffing.

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Lifecare Hospital - Pierremont 8001 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 212-3200

Medical Equipment & Supplies

Medical Equipment & Supplies Durable medical equipment suppliers provide equipment, supplies, and services that help patients stay active, achieve a better quality of life, and remain safe in their home. Suppliers work closely with physicians, caregivers, nurses, discharge planners, social workers, and pharmacists to insure that the right products are provided to meet the medical needs of the patient to accomplish the outcomes desired by their doctor.

Accucare Medical 9011 Linwood Ave Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 687-1444 Allmed Mobility 303 North Market St. Suite B Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 222-2860 (877) 602-8109 toll free AllMed Mobility is a medical supply company with a staff that has over 60 years of experience serving the community to help patients regain their independence through the use of power mobility products, modular ramps for houses, lift chairs, lifts for vehicles, and any other products.

Allegiance Medical Supply 1532 Irving Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 865-7111

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American Home Medical Equipment 6560 Youree, #1009 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 524-2463 Apria Healthcare 5201 Interstate Avenue Shreveport, LA 71109 (318) 631-6701 ArkLaTex Medical Services 3825 Gilbert Ave, #142 Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 861-5907 Ashley Medical Equipment & Supplies 1435 Hawn Ave Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 676-0881 Associated Medical and Oxygen Supply 8870 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 798-6004 Dudley Medical 2521 Samford Ave Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 459-1440 FastServ Medical 3050 Knolin, #1 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 741-9586 Healthcare Warehouse, LLC 209 Expo Circle, Suite A West Monroe, LA 71292 (318) 323-7773 (888) 345-3905 toll free www.hcwonline.com Began providing medical supplies for clients in Louisiana

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in 1996 and in Texas in 1998.

Since we are a family owned business, we have maintained a “hands on” approach to dealing with our clients, who now number in the thousands.

Home Health Medical Supply 4020 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71109 (318) 631-1466

Regional Medical Rental and Sales 9422 Kingston Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 686-5277

Medical Technology, Inc. -DME 8860 Quimper, # 200 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 798-5140

Shreveport Diabetic Shoes and Medical Supplies 8837 Kingston Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 687-7317

Physician’s Choice Home Medical 1509 Doctors Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-6288 Red Ball Medical Supply 1020 North Market Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 424-8393

Samaritan Home Medical & Respiratory 9162 Mansfield Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 687-2809

Southern Rehab and Home Medical Equipment 2207 California # 9A Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-6118 WellNecessities - DME 8835 Line, Suite 500 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 222-0885

Arcadian Community Care 920 Pierremont Road, Suite 506 Shreveport, LA 71106 Toll Free 1-888-261-1061 TTY 1-866-573-8613 www.arcadiancommunitycare.com Medicare Health Plans available: Plus

Humana Insurance Company 910 Pierremont Road, Suite 410 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 861-8609 Toll Free 1-800-833-2364 TTY 1-877-833-4486 www.humana-medicare.com Medicare Health Plans available: Preferred Provider Organization Universal American Toll Free 1-800-996-8867 TTY 1-800-777-9083 www.todaysoptions.com Medicare Health Plans available: Private Fee for Service

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Universal Health Care Insurance Company, Inc. Toll Free 1-800-965-7034 TTY 1-800-617-0177 www.univhc.com Medicare Health Plans available: Private Fee for Service Vantage Health Plan, Inc 1-888-823-1910 Ext 1 TTY 1-866-524-5144 www.vhp-medicare.com Medicare Health Plans available: Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Point of Service (POS) option

Aetna Medicare (S5810) 1-800-832-2640 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana (S5937) 411 Ashley Ridge Blvd.

Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 795-4911 1-800-593-9735 www.bcbsla.com

Medicare Prescription Drug Plans

Bravo Health Insurance Company (S5998) 1-800-723-9209

The following companies offer Medicare Prescription Drug Plans for persons living in Louisiana according to the 2012 Medicare and You Handbook dated August 2011.

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CIGNA Medicare Rx (S5617) 1-800-735-1459 Community CCRx PDP (S5803) 1-866-423-5040

K e e p e r s®

Comfort Keepers® provides an extensive range of in-home care that helps people maintain quality, independent lives in the comfort of their own home. More than a caregiver, a Comfort Keeper® provides care and compassion to those who often need it most.

To find out how Comfort Keepers can provide the kind of care that can make a difference in your home and family, call us. We would be happy to arrange a free in-home visit to help you learn more.

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The following offer Medicare Health Plans (also known as Medicare Part C or Medicare Advantage Plans) for persons living in Caddo/Bossier parishes (according to www.medicare. gov as of 2/4/2012). These health plan options are part of the Medicare program. If you join, you generally get all your Medicare-covered health care through that plan. Coverage can include prescription drugs.

Other plans may be available by calling 1-800-633-4227. TTY: 877-486-2048. Visit www.medicare.gov to compare plans.

Humana Health Benefit Plan of Louisiana, Inc. 910 Pierremont Road, Suite 410 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 861-8609 Toll Free 1-800-833-2364 TTY 1-877-833-4486 www.humana-medicare.com Medicare Health Plans available: Private Fee for Service; Health Maintenance Organization

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Medicare Health Plans

Medicare Prescription Drug Plans / MediGap

EnvisionRx Plus (S7694) 1-866-250-2005

UniCare (S5960) 1-877-541-7382

First Health Part D (S5770) 1-800-588-3322

United American Insurance Company (S5755) 1-866-524-4169

Health Net (S5678) 1-800-606-3604 HealthSpring Prescription Drug Plan (S5932) 1-800-331-6293 Humana Insurance Company (S5884) 910 Pierremont Road, Suite 410 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 861-8609 Medco Medicare Prescription Plan (S5660) 1-800-758-3605 SilverScript Insurance Company (S5601) 1-866-552-6106 Sterling Life Insurance Company (S4802) 1-888-909-4307

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UnitedHealthcare (S5820) 1-888-867-5564 UnitedHealthcare (S5921) 1-888-867-5564 WellCare (S5967) 1-888-293-5151

Medigap Policies

A Medigap policy covers patient-responsible amounts of Medicare benefits. The following offer Medicare MediGAP policies for Louisiana residents (medicare.gov as of 2/4/2012).

Other plans may be available by calling 1-800-633-4227. (TTY: 1-877-486-2048) Visit www. medicare.gov to compare plans.

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AARP HealthCare Options (United Healthcare Insurance Company) 1-800-523-5800 www.aarphealthcare.com Admiral Life Insurance of America 1-800-321-0102 www.service.iasadmin.com/al.asp American Pioneer Life Insurance Company 1-800-538-1053 www.amerpion.com Assured Life Association 1-877-223-3666 www.denverwoodmen.com Bankers Fidelity Life Insurance Company 1-800-241-1439 www.bflic.com Bankers Life & Casualty Insurance Company 1-800-621-3734 www.bankerslife.com

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana 411 Ashley Ridge Blvd.

Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 795-4911 1-800-258-3365 www.bcbsla.com Colonial Penn Life Insurance (formerly Conseco Health Insurance Company 1-800-800-2254 www.colonialpenn.com Combined Insurance Company of America 1-800-544-5531 www.combined.com Constitution Life Insurance Company 1-800-789-6364 www.constitutionlife.com Continental General Insurance Company 1-800-880-8824 www.continentalgeneral.com

Physicians Mutual Insurance Company 1-800-228-9100 www.physiciansmutual.com

United of Omaha Life Insurance Company 1-800-865-2674 www.mutualofomaha.com

about are in a crisis and at risk to yourself or others, call 911 or go to the emergency room of a local hospital.

Equitable Life & Casualty Insurance Co 1-800-352-5150 www.equilife.com

Pyramid Life Insurance Co. 1-800-777-1126 www.pyramidlife.com

USAA Life Insurance Company 1-800-531-8722 www.usaa.com

Reserve National Insurance Co. 1-800-654-9106 www.ReserveNational.com

World Insurance Company 1-800-786-7557 www.worldinsco.com

A Center for Hope and Change 1925 Centenary Blvd.

Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 673-9901

Sentinel Security Life Insurance Company 1-800-247-1423 www.sentinellife.org

Mental Health & Psychiatric Services

Family Life and Casualty Insurance Company 1-800-669=9030 www.familylifeins.com Gerber Life Insurance Company 1-877-778-0839 www.gerberlife.com Forethought Life Insurance Company 1-800-331-8853 www.forethought.com Globe Life & Accident Insurance Company 1-800-801-6831 www.globecaremedsupp.com Governmental Personnel Mutual life Insurance Company 1-866-865-7631 www.gpmlife.com Humana Health Benefit Plan of Louisiana, Inc. 1-800-872-7294 www.humana-medicare.com Liberty National Life Insurance Company 1-800-331-2512 www.libnat.com Marquette National Life Insurance 1-800-934-8203 www.marquettenationallife.com PacifiCare Life and Health Insurance Company/Secure Horizons 1-800-768-1479 www.securehorizons.com Pennsylvania Life Insurance Company 1-800-275-7366 www.pennlife.com

Sierra Health and Life Insurance Company, Inc. 1-800-209-2972 www.sierrahealth.com Standard Life and Accident Insurance Company 1-888-350-1488 www.slaico.com State Farm Mutual Auto Insurance Co 1-800-855-1212 www.statefarm.com State Mutual Insurance Co. 1-800-321-0102 www.statemutualinsurance.com

There are many forms of treatment for older adults in need of mental health or psychiatric services, including talk therapy, medication therapy, electroconvulsive treatments, adjunct therapies, and substance abuse therapies that can be provided by doctors, therapists, and other professionals as an inpatient (24/7 care) or on an outpatient basis. The following are a listing of some of the services available in the area. If you or someone you are concerned

Alzheimer’s Association 910 Pierremont Rd, Suite 410 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 861-8680 www.alz.org The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading, global voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care and support, and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research.

Alzheimer’s Agency of Shreveport/Bossier Inc. 3825 Gilbert, Ste 151 Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 861-5985 www.alzagency.org Antares Behavorial Health, LLC 3341 Youree Dr. #102 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 865-4483

Sterling Investors Life Insurance 1-877-896-6434 www.sterlinginvestors.com Sterling Life Insurance Company 1-888-858-8544 www.sterlingplans.com Thrivent Financial for Lutherans 1-800-847-4836 www.thrivent.com United American Insurance Company McKinney, TX 75070 www.UnitedAmerican.com United American Insurance Co. 1-800-331-2512 www.UnitedAmerican.com

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Continental Life Insurance Co. of Brentwood, Tennessee 1-800-264-4000 www.cont-life.com

Mental Health & Psychiatric Services

Brentwood Hospital 1006 Highland Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 678-7500 (877) 678-7500 www.brentwoodhospital.com Brentwood Hospital helps individuals and families achieve optimal mental health, resulting in improved quality of life.

A dedicated professional team provides individualized treatment, meeting the personal needs of our customers in a safe and nurturing environment.

Center for Families 864 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 222-0759 Christus Schumpert Health System Behavioral Medicine One Saint Mary Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 681-4260 Cornerstone Counseling 1622 Highland Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 424-0016 Gary Booker, MD 851 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 227-9600 www.jgarybookermd.com Dr. Gary Booker has conducted over 100 clinical trials in psychiatric and central nervous system disorders over the last 15 years and is among a select group of physicians currently conducting clinical trials in Alzheimer’s disease, schizophrenia, bipolar and major depressive disorders. Dr. Booker describes his treatment team as caring, personable and dedicated to providing the best patient care possible. His research team exhibits the same dedication to running sound, ethical clinical trials.

Love Covers Mental Health 6000 Fairfield Avenue Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 861-4357

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Mental Health Solutions 2924 Knight Street Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 866-9618 Northwest CMHC 2121 Fairfield Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 670-7463 Red River Behavioral Center 2800 Melrose Avenue.

Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 549-2033 Samaritan Counseling Center 1525 Stephens Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 221-6121 Shreveport Mental Health Center 1310 North Hearne Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 676-5111 Stonewall Hospital 960 Hwy 171 Stonewall, LA 71087 (318) 925-6660 Westwood Mental Health 1 Westwood Circle Shreveport, LA 711109 (318) 635-4444 Veterans Administration Medical Center 510 East Stoner Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 221-8411 Willis Knighton Institute of Behavioral Health 2510 Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 212-5200 www.wkhs.com Institute for Behavioral Medicine offers inpatient, partial hospitalization and outpatient programs. Services include geriatric psychiatric Care, adult psychiatry and individual and family therapy. The Institute’s Addiction Recovery Center has an excellent record in the treatment of substance abuse among adults with inpatient medical detox, outpatient and evening programs. The Institute’s

Miscellaneous Businesses Brock’s Collison Center 740 Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 687-5070 www.brockscollision.com Brock’s Collison Center 2654 Barksdale Blvd Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 742-5575 www.brockscollision.com Brock’s Collison Center 8752 Business Park/Auto Mall Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 798-1353 www.brockscollision.com Brock’s Collision Centers doesn’t just provide top-rated repairs; they also offer the best in customer service. With highly-skilled technicians, trained in repairs for all makes and models of automobiles, Brock’s can assure customers the most timely and accurate assessment, as well as the highest quality workmanship.

Dollar Mania, Inc. 462 East 70th Street Shreveport, LA 71106 Discount stores throughout the Shreveport and Bossier City

area offering discounted prices on all assortment of items for the family.

Louisiana SMP Program 8951 United Plaza Blvd, Suite 270 Baton Rouge, LA 70809 (877) 272-8720 www.stopmedicarefraudla.org Louisiana Senior Medicare Patrol – Louisiana SMP helps seniors prevent, detect and report possible Medicare and Medicaid fraud, waste or abuse. To report fraud, call 877-272-8720.

Mineral Management Services (MMS) 7591 Fern Avenue, Suite 1701 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 220-4416 www.mmsla.com MMS was formed by a team of seasoned oil and gas professionals to help you manage your oil, gas, and mineral assets so

that you can maximize property cash flow and value.

Red River Insurance Group 401 Market Street, Ste 1000 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 213-6432 Red River Insurance Group specializes in Senior Risk Management. We provide Insurance solutions, products, and services across North Louisiana. We have you covered!

Restor-A Book 126 S. Land Avenue Oil City, LA 71061 (318) 995-6800 www.restor-a-book.com A professional bindery with over 20 years of experience offering hand binding and restoration of bibles, genealogy papers, church hymnals, bulletins, books, and more.

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Silver Trading Company. LLC 6658 Youree Drive, Suite 180, PMB #181 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 425-9125 www.silvertrading.net Silver Trading Company is committed to providing silver, gold, and precious metals in the form of bullion or coins at the most reasonable price directly to our customers. We strive to do this by keeping our overhead low and our volume high.

Nursing Homes

A nursing home is place of residence for people who require constant nursing care and have significant deficiencies with activities of daily living. Because of their mental or physical incapacity, the nursing home resident may be unable to provide for their own needs and safety without the assistance of others.

Jennifer Turman Kimball, rn-bc, m.ed.

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Senior Transitions Services of Louisiana, LLC 513 Dresden Court Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 272-7115 www.srtransitionsoflouisiana.com Since 2007, we have been assisting seniors and their family members transition through their golden years. We welcome the opportunity to help you with our personal service packages to make your transition much easier and more comfortable for you and your family members.

team includes psychiatrists, other physicians, psychologists, licensed counselors, social workers, nurses, occupational therapists and family therapists.

Cypress Point Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 2901 Douglas Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-2700

Nursing Homes

Garden Court Nursing Home 4405 Airline Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-5440

Garden Park Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center 9111 Linwood Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 688-0961

In addition to skilled nursing services and certified nursing assistant services, the nursing home resident can also receive needed physical, occupational, speech, and other rehabilitative therapies following an accident or illness. Nursing homes that participate in the Medicare and Medicaid programs are subject to federal requirements regarding staffing and quality of care for residents. Medicare covers nursing home services for 20 to 100 days for beneficiaries who require skilled nursing care or rehabilitation services following a hospitalization of at least three consecutive days. The program does not cover nursing care if only custodial care is need.

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Booker T. Washington Nursing Home 7605 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 219-2608 Bradford Guest Care Center 3050 Baird Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 688-1010 Claiborne Healthcare Center 1536 Claiborne Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 631-3426 Colonial Oaks Guest Care Center 4921 Medical Drive Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 742-5420

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Guest Care Center at Spring Lake 8622 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 868-4126

Harmony House Nursing Home 1825 Laurel Street Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 424-5251 Health Center at Live Oak 600 E. Flournoy Lucas Rd Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 212-2000 www.oaksofla.com Multifaith health center serving seniors since 1982. Medicare skilled nursing services with semi-private and private rooms available.

Heritage Manor - South 9712 Mansfield Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 687-2080

Heritage Manor of Bossier City 2575 Airline Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-7466

Heritage Manor Stratmore 530 Stratmore Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 524-2202 Landmark Nursing Center 9105 Baird Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 688-6691 Magnolia Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 1411 Claiborne Avenue Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 868-4421 NurseCare of Shreveport 1736 Irving Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 221-1983 nursecareofshreveport.com NurseCare of Shreveport is “Your Bridge from Hospital to Home. Our staff is available 24 hours a day to assist you or your loved in transitioning to our facility. Our recently remodeled facility offers 24 hour skilled nursing in our 44 bed short-stay Medicare rehabilitation unit and we have a special secured Alzheimer’s/dementia care unit.

We have a registered respiratory therapist, full time wound care team, and other health care professionals on staff to provide needed specialty services.

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Pilgrim Manor Guest Care Center 1524 Doctors Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 742-1623

Riverview Care Center 4820 Medical Drive Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 747-1857 www.riverviewcarecenter.com Patient care at Riverview Care Center is administered by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, or certified nurse aids. Assistance with activities of daily living is offered along with complex medical care that may include physical, speech, and occupational therapy.

Roseview Nursing Center 3405 Mansfield Road Shreveport. LA 71103 (318) 222-3100 Southern Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 1524 Glen Oaks Place Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 221-0911 Shreveport Manor Guest Care Center 3302 Mansfield Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 222-9482

The Guest House 9225 Normandie Drive Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 686-0515 Village Health Care at the Glen 403 E. Flournoy Lucas Rd Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 798-3500 Veterans Nursing Home 3130 Arthur Ray Parkway Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 741-2763

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Westwood Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 1 Westwood Circle Shreveport, LA 71149 (318) 631-1846

AARP Central Chapter Lakeside Center 2200 Milam Shreveport, LA 318-742-6179

AARP Rose City Chapter Southern Hills Center 1002 Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 318-222-6738

WK Progressive Care Center 2715 Albert Bicknell Dr. Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-8200 www.wkhs.com Willis-Knighton Progressive Care Center offers comprehensive 24 hour nursing, in-house rehabilitation services, infusion therapy, and wound care with private and semi-private rooms.

AARP Greater Shreveport Chapter Randle Moore Center 3101 Fairfield Avenue Shreveport, LA 318-742-6179

Kiwanis Club of Shreveport P. O. Box 688 Shreveport, LA 71162

Willis-Knighton Extended Care Center 2550 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-6820 www.wkhs.com Willis-Knighton Extended Care Center offers specialized rehabilitation care for patients requiring extended care treatments.

Organizations and Clubs

The following non-government organizations provide a wide range of benefits, services, and social opportunities for people age 50+ and retirees.

American Legion Post #14 5315 South Lakeshore Drive Shreveport, LA 71119 (318) 636-9276 AARP of Louisiana 301 Main St, Suite 1012 Baton Rouge, LA 70825 866-448-3620 AARP Bossier Chapter Bossier Council on Aging 706 Bearkat Drive Bossier City, LA 318-742-6179 AARP North Bossier Chapter St. Judes Catholic Church 3800 Viking Drive Bossier City, LA 318-949-3845

AARP Morningside Chapter Hattie Perry Park 4300 Ledbetter Street Shreveport, LA 318-869-2176 AARP N. Shreveport Chapter N. Highlands Methodist Church 835 Poleman Road Shreveport, LA 318-798-3484 AARP NW Caddo Chapter David Raines Center 1625 David Raines Shreveport, LA 318-674-3365

Krewe of Elders 3212 Newman Lane Shreveport, LA 71119 318-635-4901 Founded in 1998, the Krewe of Elders is a nonprofit incorporated Mardi Gras organization for senior citizens age 50 and older in Northwest Louisiana. New members are always welcomed to be part of the fun and excitement that Mardi Gras brings to the area.

National Association of Retired Federal Employees Chapter #1178 909 Modica Bossier City, LA 71112 318-742-5092

A Professional Bindery offering restoration and hand binding of: • Genealogy papers • Bibles • Project reports • Tabloids • Newspapers/Magazines • Church Hymnals • Courthouse Record Books • Bulletins

Specializing in custom made clamshell boxes for maps, musical scores, and the restoration of rare books!

Over 20 years of experience in restoration binding!

Restor-A-Book

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Nursing Homes / Organizations & Clubs

Pierremont Healthcare Center 725 Mitchell Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 868-2789

Organizations / Orthotics & Prosthetics / Pharmacies

Women’s Department Club 802 Margaret Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 222-4186

Orthotics & Prosthetics

National Association of Retired Federal Employees Chapter #137 8820 St. Clair Shreveport, LA 71118 318-671-1714 National Association of Retired Federal Employees Chapter #1622 331 Yolanda Shreveport, LA 71105 318-865-6730 Shreveport Bridge Association 7625 East Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 797-0855 bridgewebs.com/shreveport/ Shreveport Gun Club 4435 Meriwether Road Shreveport, LA 71108 (318) 686-9810 Shreveport Yacht Club 2905 Municipal Pier Road Shreveport, LA 71119 (318) 631-7414

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Orthotics is concerned with the design, development, fitting and manufacturing of orthoses, which are devices that support or correct musculoskeletal deformities and/or abnormalities of the human body. The word orthotic is often used to describe or name a footsupporting device or insole, or a more complex device to control joint motion. An orthotist, for example, is a professional who works by prescription from a physician to ensure the proper application of an orthosis.

A prosthetic provider is a professional who creates artificial limbs or orthopedic braces.

Not only do prosthetic providers create, fit and help patients manage their artificial limbs, but they also will continue to see the patients who wear their devices for the patient’s lifetime - continuing to manage, adjust and replace prosthetics as necessary.

Arnold’s Orthotics & Prosthetics 619 Jordan Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 425-2400

Certified Limb and Brace 3227 Portland Avenue Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 636-9145 Snell’s Orthotics and Prosthetics 1833 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 424-4167 (800) 219-5273 Snell’s Orthotics and Prosthetics 8730 Youree Drive, Building A Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 795-0953 (800) 219-5273

Pharmacies

Pharmacies are medical entities that employ professionals duly trained to prepare and distribute medicines and to give information about them per a prescription from a licensed physician or other health care professional authorized to prescribe medications.

In the case of a compounding pharmacy, the compounding pharmacist makes the prescription medicines.

Boudreaux’s Compounding Pharmacy 2551 Greenwood #110 Shreveport, LA 71108 (318) 631-2005

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David Raines Community Health Center Pharmacy 1625 David Raines Road Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 227-3355 Drug Emporium 5819 East Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 861-7898 Line Avenue Pharmacy 1822 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 221-5114 Medic’s Compounding Pharmacy 1847 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 222-8477 National Pharmacy Services of Shreveport 8860 Quimper Place Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 797-9517 Sterling Healthcare Services 2535 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Shreveport, LA 71108 (318) 687-4546 Wellcare Pharmacy 3911 Southern Avenue Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 212-9990 WellNecessities Pharmacy 8835 Line Avenue Suite 500 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 222-0885

Physicians

Physicians or physician clinics who can provide needed medical care for you or your loved ones per medical specialty.

Oncology

Ophthalmology

Dr. Bryan Vekovius 450 Ashley Ridge Drive Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 675-3733 www.drveko.com An expert in aesthetics and treatment of diseases and

Eye Institute South 2530 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop #116 Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 212-5901 Pierremont Eye Institute 7607 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 212-3937 Founded in 2003 for the treatment of all eye conditions.

From fitting glasses and contacts to treating diabetic eye disease to routine and complex cataract eye surgery, they provide comprehensive eye care for the whole family.

WK Eye Institute 2611 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-2020 www.wkhs.com Founded in 2010 for the treatment of all eye conditions.

From fitting glasses and contacts

to treating diabetic eye disease to routine and complex cataract eye surgery, they provide comprehensive eye care for the whole family.

Otolaryngology

Ear, Nose and Throat Centers 8575 Fern Ave, #103 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 798-0759 www.entcenter.md 2121 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 226-9441 www.entcenter.md Ear, Nose and Throat Center provides specialized care in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, Audiology and hearing aids, and maintains a full-service Allergy testing and treatment clinic as well as an on-site CT scanner.

Urology

LSU Health Shreveport Urology Clinic 1606 Kings Highway 3rd Floor, ACC Building, Room 3018 Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 813-2750 www.lsuhsc.edu/urology Physicians at this clinic location are: Dennis Venable,

MD – General Urology/Stone Disease; John Mata, MD – Pediatric Urology; Donald Elmajian, MD – Uro-Oncology & Robotics; Alexander Gomelsky, MD – Female Urology Willis Knighton Pierremont/ University Urology Affilliates 8001 Youree Drive, Suite 800 Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 212-3977 www.wkhs.com Physicians at this clinic location are: John Mata, MD - Pediatric Urology; Donald Elmajian, MD - Uro-Oncology & Robotics; Alexander Gomelsky, MD Female Urology Willis Knighton South/ University Urology Affilliates 2508 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Suite 106 Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 212-5063 www.wkhs.com Physicians at this clinic location are: John Mata, MD – Pediatric Urology; Donald Elmajian, MD – Uro-Oncology & Robotics; Alexander Gomelsky, MD Female Urology

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Physicians

WK Radiation Oncology Services Lane R. Rosen, MD Sanford R. Katz, MD Michael L. Durci, MD 2600 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-4639 www.wkhs.com Our physicians offer cutting edge technologies in both internal and external radiation treatment at one of the nation’s leading centers for radiation therapy with accreditation from both the American College of Radiology (ACR) and the American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO).

syndromes involving the eye and eyelid, tearing system, and the optic nerve and is considered an expert in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery having performed close to two thousand procedures over the past six years on the eyelid alone.

Prescription Assistance / Rehabilitation / Sr Apartments

Prescription Assistance

The following provide assistance in obtaining prescription medications.

Aging and Disability Resource Center 1700 Buckner St., Suite 240 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 676-7900 www.louisianaseniorrx.org Martin Luther King Health Center 827 Margaret Place, Suite 201 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 227-2912 Northwest Louisiana Interfaith Pharmacy 1725 Elizabeth Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 425-3553

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The Pool of Siloam Medical Ministry 4110 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71109 (318) 631-2212 www.poolofsiloam.org

Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy

Rehabilitation services and physical therapy help restore some or all of the patient’s physical, sensory, and mental capabilities that were lost due to injury, illness, or disease. Rehabilitation focuses on physical therapy to help regain strength and mobility; occupational therapy to help with daily activities; and speech-language therapy to help with speaking swallowing; and treatment of pain.

Bayou State Therapy 457 Ashley Ridge Drive Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 219-7737

Brewer Physical Therapy 2015 Fairfield Avenue, Suite 2B Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 222-8892 Cornerstone Physical Therapy 463 Ashley Ridge Blvd Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 671-8772 Eberhardt Physical Therapy 820 Jordan, Suite 150 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 222-7442 NurseCare of Shreveport 1736 Irving Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 221-1983 nursecareofshreveport.com Medicare rehabilitation unit.

Promise Healthcare Hospital Physical Rehabilitation 1800 Irving Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 425-4096 Willis Knighton Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Program 2600 Greenwood Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-4720 www.wkhs.com Willis Knighton Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Program 2530 Bert Kouns, #148 Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 212-5720 www.wkhs.com Willis Knighton Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Program 2449 Hospital Drive,#140 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 212-7720 www.wkhs.com Willis Knighton Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center The Spine Institute 7925 Youree Drive, #140 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 212-3720 www.wkhs.com

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Willis Knighton Health System The Spine Institute 2403 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-7746 www.wkhs.com Willis Knighton Cancer and Lymphedema and Rehabilitation Program 2403 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-8110 www.wkhs.com

Senior Apartments

Senior apartments are usually age-restricted 55+ or 62+ and follow HUD regulations which allow for such “age discrimination”. If 55+, at least one person in the apartment must be at least 55 and the community must have no more than 20% of all residents under age 55. If 62+, than all residents must be at least 62. Exceptions are made

by HUD for younger renters if they are handicapped. Some require that the renter is able to live independently. Sometimes eligibility allows only elderly, disabled, and handicapped.

Some rentals are based upon the income of the resident and may be eligible for government subsidies and vouchers.

Arbor and Terrace Apartments 4770 Brandon Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 318-549-1001 Barton Drive Manor 1625 Barton Dr. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-221-3351

Bentley Apartments 6760 Raspberry Lane.

Shreveport, LA 71129 318-687-2007

Berkshire Apartments 2120 North Hearne Ave. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-221-4622

Brookhaven Elderly Apts.

2705 Stanberry Dr. Shreveport, LA 71118 318-687-8894 Cedar Hills Apartments 7401 St. Vincent Shreveport, LA 71106 318-861 6915

Canaan Towers Apartments 400 N. Dale Shreveport, LA 71118 318-222-4230 Canaan Village Apartments 1915 Patzman St. Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-6663

Cloverdale Plaza Apartments 2213 Shed Rd. Bossier City, LA 71111 318-742-6202 Coventry Place Apartments 4565 North Market St. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-425-7913 Devonshire Apartments 2130 N. Hearne Ave. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-424-4775 Evangeline Foundation Apartments 3875 Line Ave. Shreveport, LA 71106 318-861-1177

Fair Park Terrace Apartments 3401 Mertis Ave. Shreveport, LA 71109 318-631-5502

North Parke Apartments 100 North Parke Drive Doyline, LA 71023 318-745-2686

Galilee Eden Gardens Apartments 1500 Park Ave. Shreveport, LA 71103 318-226-9734

Galilee Majestic Arms Apts.

525 Sycamore St. Shreveport, LA 71103 318-222-4810

Garden Apartments at The Oaks 600 East Flournoy Lucas Shreveport, LA 71115 318-212-2000 www.theoaksofla.com

Northside Villa 4585 N. Market St. Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-2876

Goodman Plaza Apartments 625 Jordan St. Shreveport, LA 71101 318-227-2591 Greenwood Apartments 9224 Greenwood Road Greenwood, LA 71033 318-938-1496 Greenwood Elderly Apartments 8910 Greenwood Rd. Shreveport, LA 71033 318-938-0038

Holy Cross Villas West 9333 Normandie Dr. Shreveport, LA 71118 318-688-8051 Jefferson Apartments 907 Louisiana Ave. Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-7505 King Garden Apartments 1510 David Raines Rd. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-222-0805

Mooring Manor Apartments 1008 Old Mooringsport Rd. Mooringsport, LA 71060 318-996-6193

Old Salem Village 6725 Buncombe Rd. Shreveport, LA 71129 318-687-2378

Park Place Manor 3231 Mertis St. Shreveport, LA 71109 318-635-2416 Rebel Road Apartments 106 Rebel Rd. Vivian, LA 71082 Phone: 318-375-5365

Shreveport Garden Elderly Apartments 235 E Stoner Ave Shreveport, LA 71101 318-678-8900 Southwood Gardens Apartments 3550 Cedar Creek Rd. Shreveport, LA 71118 318-682-4022 Southwood Square Apartments 9085 Dean Road Shreveport, LA 71118 318-671-1888 Spring Forest Apartments 6759 Colquitt Rd. Keithville, LA 71047 318-925-2630

The Village Apartments 420 North Sibley Benton, LA 71006 318-965-9258

The Gables at Spring Lake 8622 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71106 318-861-2366

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The Waterford at Shreveport 2222 East Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 71105 318-524-3300 thewaterfordatshreveport.com Tower at The Oaks 600 East Flournoy Lucas Shreveport, LA 71115 318-212-6257 www.theoaksofla.com Vivian Elderly Apartments 344 Red Bud Lane Vivian, LA 71082 318-375-2454 Vivian Housing Authority/Twin Oak Apartments 609 Redbud Courts Vivian, LA 71082 318-375-2381

Wellington Square Apts 1812 Jewella Rd. Shreveport, LA 71109 318-635-5867

Wilkinson Terrace Apts.

2725 Southern Ave. Shreveport, LA 71104 318-221-5286 Windsor Village Apartments 1920 North Hearne Ave. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-424-0067

Woodcrest Apartments 100 Village Manor, #33 Haughton, LA 71037 318-949-1229

Yorkshire Apartments 2020 North Hearne Ave. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-424-4775

Support Groups and Agencies

Support groups and agencies are made up of people with common interests and/or experiences. They are a place for people to give and receive both emotional and practical support as well as to exchange informa-

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Senior Apartments / Support Groups & Agencies

Blanchard Place Apartments 3900 Roy Rd. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-929-7359

Blanchard Seniors II Apartments 246 Phelps Ave. Blanchard, LA 71009 318-309-9111

Blanchard Seniors III Apartments 231 N. Main Blanchard, LA 71009 318-929-9117

Bridgestone I & II Apartments 3852 Hwy. 171 Gloster, LA 71030 318-933-8594.

Grandparents as Parents (GAP) Grace Community Church Shreveport, LA 71106 318-865-2070 Support Groups & Agencies

Grandparents Raising Grandkids Baton Rouge, LA 70807 225-357-0608 www.lagrg.org

tion. Support groups can be a great place to find practical tips and resources A Place That Warms the Heart - Grief Bossier City, LA 318-746-5775

Alzheimers Caregiver/Memory Loss Support Group Shreveport, LA 318-798-3500 Alzherimer’s Agency of Shreveport/Bossier Inc. 3825 Gilbert, Ste 151 Shreveport, LA 71104 www.alzagency.org Alzheimer’s Association 910 Pierremont Rd, Suite 410 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 861-8680 www.alz.org The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading, global voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care and support, and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research.

Alzheimers Support Group Heritage Manor South Shreveport, LA 318-687-2080 Bereavement Support Group Shreveport, LA 318-212-4697

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Bi Polar Support Group Shreveport, LA 318-949-2159

Cancer - Womens Support Group Shreveport, LA 318-212-8225 Caregiver Support Group Noel Memorial United Methodist Shreveport, LA 318-221-5207 CHRISTUS Schumpert Cancer Treatment Center One St. Mary Pl. Shreveport, LA 71101 318-681-6231

Dementia/Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group Willis-Knighton Steen-Hall Auditorium 2611 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 318-865-7177 Feist-Weiler Cancer Center/La. Cancer Control Partnership 1501 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71103 318-813-1461 Fibromyalgia Support Group Willis Knighton Heart Institute 2600 Greenwood Rd. Shreveport, LA 71103 318-212-4720

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General Cancer Support Group Willis Knighton Health Center 2600 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 318-212-8225

Grawood Baptist Church Cancer Support Keithville, LA 318-798-2380 Grief Support Group Hospice Of Shreveport/Bossier 3829 Gilbert St. Shreveport, LA 71104 318-865-7177 Heart to Heart Women’s Cardiac Support Group Willis Knighton 8001 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 318-212-8225

Laryngectomy - New Voice Club V.A. Medical Center Shreveport, LA 71101 318-990-5390

Louisiana Association on Compulsive Gambling 324 Texas St Shreveport, La 71101 318-227-0883

Lymphedema Support Group Shreveport, LA 318-212-8810

Lymphedema Support Group at WKHS 2600 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71103 318-212-8110 Muscular Sclerosis Support Group Shreveport, LA 318-212-4720

NWLA Scleroderma Support Group 318-373-3459 Overeaters Anonymous Shreveport, LA 318-677-4002 Parkinsons Caregiver Support Group Shreveport, LA 318-549-9744 Parkinsons Support Group WKHS Steen Hall Auditorium 2611 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 318-675-6142 Post-Polio Support Group WKHS Steen Hall Institute 2611 Greenwood Rd. Shreveport, LA 71103 318-212-6826 Prostate Cancer Group Regional Urology 255 Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 318-868-9781

Prostate Support Group WKHS 8001 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 318-212-8225 Self Help For The Hard Of Hearing Shreveport, LA 318-868-7603 Shreveport-Bossier Ostomy Support Group Shreveport, LA 318-688-4830 Strokers Support Group WKHS Steen Hall Auditorium 2600 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71109 318-212-4828 VA. Support Groups Shreveport, LA 71104 318-990-5074

Willis Knighton Cancer Center 2600 Kings Hwy. Auditorium (2nd floor) Shreveport, LA 71103 318-212-8225

Transportation

Public air and ground transportation services for medical needs for seniors or for persons with disabilities, as well as a directory of available public transportation. All prices and charges are subject to change.

ACLS Advanced Air Ambulance 800-633-3590 Aero Med Express P.O. Box 1568 Rogers, AR 72757-1568 800-842-8555

Lift capable Medical and non medical. $18 walk-on/round trip; $30 wheel chair/ round trip

Disabled Vets (DAV) (318) 221-8411 Ext. 7025 No lift available. Transportation to VA Medical Center for disabled vets.

Natchitoches Council on Aging 1-800-256-3004 Local Shreveport/Bossier trips. Lift capable - 24 Hours advance notice please. $5.00 one-way trip (Medicaid Accepted), $10.00 round trip. 9:00 - 3:00 Monday - Friday.

LIFTLINE (SporTran) (318) 673-5316 Lift capable. Medical and non-medical.

Must qualify under ADA guidelines. 5:30 am - 12:15 am weekdays; 7:15 am - 12:15 am Saturdays; 8 am - 5 pm Sundays. $2 one-way trip M&J Transportation (318) 687-3712; (318) 572-1232 cell

Socialization Services (318) 687-9696 Medical and non-medical. Low income seniors 60+ living in the Cedar Grove/Hollywood/Mooretown area only- District D. Donations requested. 8:30 - 3:00 Monday - Friday

Ground Transportation

AmPm Medical Transportation (318) 686-3314, cell 426-6709 Lift capable. $10 -$15 round trip; $15 one-way, $30 roundtrip for wheelchair.

Monday - Friday 5am - 6pm; Saturday Dialysis only Angel Medical Transportation (318) 686-7381 Medical only/non-emergency. $7.50 oneway, $15.00 round trip. Monday-Saturday 5:30 am - 7:00 pm.

Balentine Ambulance Service, Inc. 3516 Mansfield Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 222-5358 Caring, a family tradition. 24 Hour service, basis and advance life support, Medicare and Medicaid approved. Providing transportation to and from hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation services, and medical appointments.

Bossier Council on Aging (Lift Capable) (318) 741-7358 Bossier Parish Residents 60+.Transportation for doctor appointments and shopping in Bossier Parish. Donations of $3. Medicaid accepted Bossier Office of Community SVS (318) 747-1045 (ask for transportation) Louisiana transit. Lift capable. Bossier Parish Only/Medicaid or cash. $5.00 city round trip, $10.00 Parish Desoto Council on Aging 1-800-259-3874 Can provide local Shreveport/Bossier city 2012 Edition ďƒź The Best of Times SILVER PAGES ďƒž

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Transportation

Air Medical Transport

Accredited Air Ambulance 800-558-5387

trips. Lift capable. $5 one-way, $10 round trip. 8 am - 2 pm. Monday - Friday (one day advance notice)

Transportation / Volunteer Opportunities

Louisiana State Medicaid Transport 1-800-259-7235 Lift capable. Medical only. Have Medicaid number available when calling. 8 am to 5 pm Monday-Friday.

VA/Veterans (318) 221-8411 Ext. 6856 Transportation for veterans (lift & stretcher capable).

Public Transportation

A-1 Charter Service Dixie Tours Greyhound Trailways Red River Coaches SporTran Bus Tri-City Charter Anytime Limousine Bossier City Limousine Excalibur Limousines J&L Limo Services iShuttle Service

318-621-0700 318-470-9757 318-221-4205 318-221-5797 318-673-7425 318-747-4754 318-470-1429 318-746-5466 318-742-6500 318-686-2467 318-677-4388

Action Taxi Ace Cab Golden Stripe Cab Yellow Checker Cab Twin City Express City Link All American Shuttle

318-222-8294 318-425-3325 318-675-0411 318-425-7000 318-207-2838 318-469-5175 318-272-0444

Allegiant Airlines American Airlines Continental Airlines Delta Airlines Executive Travel Air Fly Branson Airlines Northwest Airlines

702-505-8888 800-433-7300 800-525-0280 800-221-1212 318-631-1028 888-359-2541 800-225-2525

Amtrak Train Service

800-872-7245

Avis Rent a Car Budget Car Rental Enterprise Rent a Car

800-331-1212 318-636-2846 318-631-8999

Volunteer Opportunities American Red Cross, NWLA Chapter 4221 Linwood Avenue Shreveport, LA 71108 318-865-9545; www.louisianaredcross.org Bossier Council on Aging 706 Bearkat Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 318-741-7490 www.bossiercoa.org Caddo Council on Aging Foster Grandparents Program 1700 Buckner Street, Suite 151 Shreveport, LA 71101 318-676-7900 Ext 239 www.caddocoa.org For those age 55+ who wish to serve as a role model, mentor, and friend by helping children learn to read, providing one-on-one tutoring, and guiding children.

Caddo Council on Aging Meals on Wheels 1700 Buckner Street, Suite 240 Shreveport, LA 71109 318-676-7900; www.caddocoa.org Volunteers are needed to help prepare and package dinners to be delivered, organize schedules, make phone calls, load delivery vehicles, and deliver meals. Congregate meal sites need volunteers to plan, cook, drive vans, help serve seniors, clean up, and more.

Centerpoint Community Services 2121 Fairfield Shreveport, LA 71104 318-227-2100; www.centerpt.org

Food Bank of Northwest LA 2307 Texas Ave. Shreveport, LA 71103 318-675-2400; www.foodbanknla.org Volunteers are needed to sort and stack food, prepare senior boxes, assist with mail outs, and perform general office duties. Call or email to schedule a time for volunteering.

Volunteer hours are Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Habitat for Humanity 106 East Kings Highway, Suite 206 Shreveport, LA 71104 318-868-8040; www.nwlahabitat.org Literacy Volunteers 2911 Centenary Boulevard Shreveport, LA 71104 318-869-2411; www.shreveportliteracy.org Meals on Wheels CCOA 1700 Buckner Street, Suite 240 Shreveport, LA 71109 www.caddocoa.org Volunteers needed to deliver meals to homebound seniors. Please call 676.7900 or email ccoa@caddocoa.org for details.

Shreveport Bossier Community Renewal 838 Margaret Place Shreveport, LA 71101 318-425-3222; www.sbcr.us Shreveport Green 3625 Southern Ave Shreveport, LA 71104 318-219-1888; www.shreveportgreen.org United Way of NW Louisiana 402 Edwards Shreveport, LA 71101 318-677-2509; www.unitedwaynwla.org Volunteers for Youth Justice Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) 900 Jordan Street Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-2272; www.vyjla.org Volunteers of America – North Louisiana 360 Jordan Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-2669; www.voanorthla.org Webster Council on Aging 316 McIntyre Street Minden, LA 71055 318-371-3056

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Remember When?

Alzheimer’s Clinical Trial If you are age 50 or older and have a diagnosis of probable Alzheimer’s disease, you may be eligible to participate in this study for 20 months. Throughout the study, participants may receive the investigational drug or a placebo. All study related procedures, physical exams and laboratory services would be provided at no charge. All participants will be monitored by a medical team, including a physician, nurse and study coordinator.

For more information call:

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NurseCare of Shreveport offers

♦ Short Term Unit with staff dedicated to getting you back home fast

♦ Registered Respiratory Therapists ♦ Full-time Wound & Burn Care Team Vicki Ott, Administrator

NurseCare of Shreveport 1736 Irving Place Shreveport, LA 71101

For more information call

318-221-1983

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♦ Secure Unit for Alzheimer & Dementia

♦ In-House Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy

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