Everyone faces the time period when youth gives way to adulthood and old age sets in. Finding activities that seniors can participate in can be challenging. One of the best ways for older people to enjoy fun and entertainment is to book a destination on senior cruise lines. The cost is extremely affordable and there…
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Incontinence and Senior Falls (Nevada Senior Guide)
Seniors who have urinary incontinence have been shown to have 3 times the risk of falls as compared to seniors without urinary incontinence. The connection between urinary incontinence and falls is surprising but studies do show that when you are able to care for your bladder issues you will have a less likely chance of…
Senior Mouth Problems (Nevada Senior Guide)
Some people experience mouth problems as they become older. These situations can be inconvenient, embarrassing, painful, and downright irritating! What issues could occur? Here are some examples of senior mouth problems and suggestions on how to help overcome them. Discoloration. Repeated intake of certain foods or drinks like blueberries, cherries, tea, coffee, etc., can cause…
Choosing Senior Care Services (Nevada Senior Guide)
As our loved ones begin to age, we have to wonder if they need elderly care services. How does one determine if your parents need to live in a nursing home, if they require in home healthcare, or if you’ll be able to take care of them yourself? The elderly have many more options today…
Senior Dating On Today’s Dating Scene! (Nevada Senior Guide)
The world of senior dating has really experienced some changes in recent years. Perhaps there are those who do not envision the fact that seniors actually engage in the dating scene, but they do. The fact is senior citizens get lonesome too. Relationships that allow us to bond are important regardless of the age. To…
The Difference Between Assisted Living and Nursing Homes (Nevada Senior Guide)
Overview of Assisted Living Assisted Living, sometimes called Personal Care, is a type of care that supports individuals with their basic Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, preparing meals, and, in some cases, medication assistance or reminders. Residents of Assisted Living communities, whether stand-alone or part of Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), benefit…
Senior Living Communities – A Great Place to Retire in Style (Nevada Senior Guide)
All through our lives we dream of long vacations in sunny places. We always want to take time to relax and spend time with friends and do fun activities. We want to be able to take advantage of our lives and really enjoy ourselves. Unfortunately most of us have very busy lives. We are often…
Senior Living Properties – 20 Point Checklist (Nevada Senior Guide)
A move to senior living properties, retirement communities or estates is often complicated by perceptions and emotion. Make the decision as rationally and objectively as possible. A mistake will likely result in considerable stress and wasted money. The questions, and their significance will depend on your personal circumstances and on how the estate is set…
Senior Living – An Ideal Place for Retired Seniors (Nevada Senior Guide)
Everyone wants to live in peace and happiness even in old age, and senior living options are available for these people. In such a fast-paced world, children usually don’t have time to take care of their ageing parents. If they look for some retirement options, however, things could be easier. For all retired people, retirement…
Assisted Living and Retirement Communities: Great Food Equals Happy Residents (Nevada Senior Guide)
Meal times are bar none the most important activity of the day for seniors living in retirement and assisted living communities. Eating is an immensely enjoyable activity when you’re young (as evidenced by our 60% overweight population) and for the elderly, and is often the only enjoyable activity of the day. And while fattening home…
Can Baby Boomers Afford Luxury Senior Living? (Nevada Senior Guide)
Can baby boomers afford luxury senior living? This is one of the great questions that smart real estate developers have been asking themselves for the last few years. On the one hand, there are many boomers who have lots of money and good credit scores. And those folks are being targeted each and every day…
Moving to Senior Living: You Have to Time It Right (Nevada Senior Guide)
The transition to senior living doesn’t happen immediately. You have to research senior living, find out what’s available, understand the fees, and budget accordingly. Years ago, when we moved my father-in-law to senior living, we reserved a unit for ourselves. “If you plan to live here within the next 10 years or more, you need…
Senior Living Community Trends (Nevada Senior Guide)
Senior living communities are relatively new, are responding to constantly changing demands and while even this industry is reacting to the current economic downturn, baby boomers are creating and responding to trends in a variety of ways. A recent survey conducted by Mather LifeWays with Life Services of Illinois in late 2008 revealed some interesting…
Trends in Assisted Living (Nevada Senior Guide)
Assisted living communities have become increasingly dedicated to innovation and an emphasis on hospitality in order to remain competitive during challenging economic times. Understanding the resulting assisted living trends will be helpful to families that are in the process of exploring the various options available for aging loved ones. Assisted Living Trend #1: Wellness Programs…
Hypertension And Senior Living (Nevada Senior Guide)
Introduction As I advance into my senior years, I have become more conscious of my health. I have always been in good health all my life. But in the past few years I have noticed small changes in my health, nothing drastic, but enough for me to sit up and pay attention to. For example,…
Finding an Assisted Living Facility Alternative for Your Loved One – Home Care Solutions (Nevada Senior Guide)
The following information is available for individuals who are in the process of making a decision about home care or an alternative to assisted living facility living. If your loved one has decided he or she would prefer to remain in the comfort of their own home rather than an elderly living facility, take the…
What Is Assisted Living? The Basics of a Popular Senior Living Option (Nevada Senior Guide)
What Is Assisted Living? With all the different types of senior living available today it’s difficult to understand the differences between them and even more difficult to choose the right one for you or a loved one. Adding to this confusion is different services not only at different facilities, but even to two people at…
The Need for Senior Living Jobs (Nevada Senior Guide)
For people currently looking at different career options, there are several things that you need to weigh. You need to pursue a career that you will thoroughly enjoy doing, that will allow you to help people, and that will pay you a decent amount of money. Senior living jobs are fall under all those categories,…
Senior Living Services: Caring for the Elderly and Easing the Pressure Off the Sandwich Generation (Nevada Senior Guide)
Today, this rapidly expanding population is probably the largest it has ever been. Traditionally, women are a disproportionately large percentage of the caregivers. According, to “The Shriver Report: A Woman’s Nation Takes On Alzheimer’s,” women account for 65% of the Alzheimer’s population and up to three-fifths of Alzheimer patient caregivers. The term “sandwich generation” was…
Senior Housing Options Explained (Nevada Senior Guide)
Deciding to move to a senior retirement community is one of the biggest decisions you make. It can be an exciting time, but it can also cause some confusion when it comes to choosing which type of community is best for you or your loved one. People have different needs. Living options are not “one…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Volunteer Opportunities – Rural Nevada
Nevada Rural Counties RSVP Inc. 2621 Northgate Lane, Suite 6 Carson City, NV 89706, 775-687-4680 tcausey@rsvp.carson-city.nv.us www.nevadaruralrsvp.org Nevada SMP – Senior Medicare Patrol (702) 486-4341, Please call for information Senior Companion Program of Northern Nevada 1380 Greg Street, Ste. 212, Sparks, NV 89431 775-358-2322, Mary Brock, Director Lyon, Churchill, Douglas & Carson County
Nevada-Senior-Guide Transportation and Errands Services Directory – Northern Nevada Rural
Hawthorne Senior Center – Mineral County 975 K St., Hawthorne, NV 89415 775-945-5519. Local and out of town trips Fannie Komp Senior Center – Eureka County 728 7th Street, Crescent Valley, NV 89821 (775) 468-0466. Transportation Lincoln Senior Center 775-728-4477. Transportation to medical appointments and other errands Silver Sage Senior Center Wells, NV,…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Support Groups – Rural Nevada
Alzheimer’s Support Group Meets at Humboldt General Hospital – 118 E Haskell St. Winnemucca, NV Quiet Room @ Noon. 2nd Wednesday of every month. Call Humboldt Volunteer Hospice for further information. (775) 625-4263 Sheryl Churchill County Senior Center 310 E. Court St., Fallon, NV 89406 775-423-7096. Caregivers group meets 1st Wednesday of month. …
Nevada-Senior-Guide Specialty Needs, Memory and Disability – Northern Nevada Rural
Daybreak Program 1155 E. 9th Street, Reno, NV 89512 775-328-2575 Washoe County www.co.washoe.nv.us/health Offers adult day care for elderly or disabled persons. Includes recreation, meals & therapy Nevada Caregiver Support Center University of Nevada – Reno, Nevada (775) 784-4335 Washoe County www.nevadacaregiver.org Offers support services and wellness program for seniors with memory disorders who…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Senior Centers Directory – Northern Nevada Rural
Austin Senior Center 151 Main Street, Austin, NV 89310 (775) 964-2338 Lander County, 8am-3pm Provides congregate meals (served at the center Mon. – Fri. from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.) Battle Mountain Senior Center 365 E. 4th St., Battle Mountain NV 89820 (775) 635-5311 Lander County Congregate and homebound meals (Meals on Wheels), transportation locally,…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Respite Care – Rural Nevada
Elvirita Lewis Respite Voucher Program 1380 Greg Street, Ste. 212, Sparks, NV 89431 775-358-2322, Mary Brock, Director
Nevada-Senior-Guide Multiple Services – Rural Nevada
Humboldt Volunteer Hospice P.O. Box 843, 705 E Fourth St. Winnemucca, NV 89446 775-625-4263. In Home Care, Case Management, Community Networking Senior Companion Program of N. Nevada & Elvirita Lewis Respite Voucher Program 1380 Greg Street, Ste. 212, Sparks, NV 89431 775-358-2322, Mary Brock, Director Sierra Senior Services 10040 Estates Dr., Truckee, NV…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Medical and Health Services Directory – Northern Nevada Rural
City of Pioche – County Social Services Information (775) 728-4477 Lincoln County www.co.lincoln.nv.us Provides various essential programs, services, benefits to assist qualified, needy families, individuals achieve their highest level of self-sufficiency, Transportation Elder Protective Services (EPS) State of Nevada – Aging & Disability Services Agency – Northern Nevada (775) 688-2964 Washoe County Elder Protective Services…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Legal and Lifeline Assistance Directory – Northern Nevada Rural
City of Sparks – Police Department 1701 E. Prater Way, Sparks, NV 89434 (775) 353-2248 Front Desk (775) 353-2231 Non-Emergency www.cityofsparks.us The idea behind the Sparks Senior Phone Patrol is to place a phone call each day to check on the welfare of senior citizens who live alone. Guardian Program – Douglas County Nevada…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Food Assistance Directory – Northern Nevada Rural
Carlin Open Door Senior Center 320 Chestnut St., Carlin, NV 89822 (775) 754-6465 Elko County Provides daily meals at noon and transportation, Social Activity, Tax Info Elderly Nutrition & Transportation Silver Sage Senior Center 213 First St., Wells, NV 89835 (775) 752-3280 Elko County e-mail: ellsseniorcenter@wrecwireless.coop Nutritional hot lunches M-F, Meals-on-Wheels, frozen meals on…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Employment Assistance Directory – Northern Nevada Rural
JOIN, Inc. Job Opportunities in Nevada (775) 684-0400 Carson City County (775) 423-5115 Churchill/Fallon County (775) 753-1900 Elko County (775) 289-1616 White Pine County/Ely www.join.org JOIN operates programs which provide services to low-income adults, laid off workers, welfare recipients, senior citizens, and former welfare recipients who are currently working
Nevada-Senior-Guide Education Services Directory – Northern Nevada Rural
Washoe County Library System (775) 327-8300, www.washoecountylibrary.us Your public library is the place for print and electronic resources, literacy and cultural programs, group technology classes, and personal research assistance. We have 12 physical libraries and once virtual library, please visit us online for information on hours and locations. www.washoe.lib.nv.us Resource Lending Center – Churchill County…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Chore Services and Home Maintenance Directory – Northern Nevada Rural
Churchill County Senior Center Volunteer Program 310 E. Court St., Fallon, NV 89406 (775) 423-7096, Ext. 22 Churchill County Meals on Wheels, Lunch M-F 11am, Socials, Blood Pressure Support Group each month for caregivers, CART Program, Lite house keeping Community Home-Based Initiative Program (CHIP) – Carson City State of Nevada – Aging & Disability…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Care Giver Assistance Directory – Northern Nevada Rural
Community Home-Based Initiative Program (CHIP) – Carson City State of Nevada – Aging & Disability Services Agency – Northern Nevada Short-Term Respite Care for the Elderly – Carson City (775) 687-4210 Carson City County (775) 738-1966 Elko County (775) 688-2964 Washoe County www.nvaging.net Provides short-term relief up to 24-hours of care for the primary caregiver,…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Adult Day Care Directory – Northern Nevada Rural
Comstock Senior Nutrition Prgm-Storey County Mill & E Street, Virginia City, NV 89440 (775) 847-0957 Call for branch info. Exercises & art programs, legal services, HAWK services, Floral program, SHIP Help, Access to health network
Nevada-Senior-Guide Advocacy Directory – Northern Nevada Rural
Advocates for Elders Program State of Nevada – Aging & Disability Services Agency Northern Nevada 445 Apple St., S104, Reno, NV 89502 (775) 688-2964 – Carson City County www.nvaging.net Advocacy and assistance to frail seniors, RX & Drug Program, Rent & Tax Rebates, Elder Abuse, CHIP, Suicide Prevention, WEARC Program Human Services Department…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Transportation Directory – Northern Nevada
RTC Washoe Senior Ride A program of discount vouchers (“Taxi Bucks”) that can be used to pay part of taxi fares and tips. To enroll, apply in person at Washoe County Senior Services, 1155 East 9th Street Reno – Phone (775) 328-2575 Information: (775) 348-0477
Nevada-Senior-Guide Support Groups Directory – Northern Nevada
ALS of Nevada 1575 Delucchi Lane, Suite 223, Reno, NV 702-787-9343 Respite, Support Groups Alcoholics Anonymous – Central Office 436 S. Rock Blvd., Sparks, NV 89531 (775) 355-1151, call for meeting info American Cancer Society 691 Sierra Rose Dr. #A, Reno, NV 89511 (775) 329-0609, www.cancer.org Referrals, transportation American Lung Association of Nevada 10615 Double…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Senior Centers Directory – Northern Nevada
Carson City Senior Citizen Center 911 Beverly Drive, Carson City, NV 89706 (775) 883-0703 Social activities, yoga, meals on wheels. Neil Rd. Recreation Ctr. 3925 Neil Rd., Reno, NV 89052. 775-689-8484 Congregate Meals, Travel & Trip Programs, Classes, Social Activities, Health & Fitness Presentations, Drivers Safety Classes. Multi-Generational Facility, Veterans Help …
Nevada-Senior-Guide Respite Care – Northern Nevada
Alzheimer’s Association of Northern Nevada 1301 Cordone Ave, #180, Reno, NV 89502 775-786-8061, www.Alz.org Programs and services available include support groups and educational workshops. Respite grants Elvirita Lewis Respite Voucher Program 1380 Greg Street, Ste. 212, Sparks, NV 89431 775-358-2322, Mary Brock, Director Senior companion program
Nevada-Senior-Guide Referral Directory – Northern Nevada
Better Business Bureau of Northern Nevada 4834 Sparks Blvd. Ste. 102, Sparks, NV 89436 (775) 322-0657, www.reno.bbb.org BBB helps consumers find business & charities they can trust. Call for additional help. Nevada Rural Housing Weatherization Assistance Program, Section 8 Info. Call for hours and directions. 775-887-1795, Carson City Parkinson’s of Nevada –…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Prescription Assistance Directory – Northern Nevada
CARE Chest of Sierra Nevada 7910 N. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89506 (775) 829- 2273, www.carechest.org Free prescriptions, diabetic and liquid nutrition products, Medical Equipment, Personal & Medical Supplies, General Referrals Nevada Department of Health & Human Services 3416 Goni Rd., Bldg. D 132, Carson City 775-687-4210 OR 866-303-6323 Opt 7 Seniors RX, Dental…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Multiple Services Directory – Northern Nevada
Access to Healthcare Networks Discounted Dental and Vision Program 4001 S. Virginia St., Ste F, Reno, NV 89502 (775) 284-8989, 1-877-385-2345 HELP Affordable Dental and Vision Care, SHIP, Medical, Massage therapy www.accesstohealthcare.org Catholic Charities of N. Nevada & St. Vincent Program 500 E. 4th St., Reno, NV 89512, 775-322-7073 Dining room free lunch, 11:30am…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Housing Assistance – Northern Nevada
Department of Housing and Urban Development 745 W. Moaña Lane, Ste. 360, Reno, NV 89509 (775) 824-3703 HUD Field Office – Reno
Nevada-Senior-Guide Handicap Assistance Directory – Northern Nevada
DHHARC 1150 Corporate Blvd., Ste 1, Reno, NV 89502 (775) 355-8994 V/TTY (775) 434-0290 VP, www.dhharc.org Serve deaf and hard of hearing seniors. Amplified and caption telephones for the hearing impaired, Advocacy Services
Nevada-Senior-Guide Financial Assistance Directory – Northern Nevada
CARE Chest of Sierra Nevada 7910 N. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89506 (775) 829-CARE (2273), www.carechest.org Provides low interest loans for people with disabilities, assisted technology, medical equipment, Rx assistance, Independent Living Program, Call for Additional Referrals, Wellness education programs Energy Assistance Program 2527 N. Carson St., #260, Carson City, NV 89706 (775) 684-0731, www.welfare.state.nv.us…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Employment Directory – Northern Nevada
AARP Senior Community Service Employment Program. 1-775-323-2243 1135 Terminal Way, Ste. 102, Reno, NV 89502 Job training and placement. New work search program 55+ (call for info and appoinment). Work program for low income seniors. JOIN, Inc 1201 Terminal Way, Suite 104, Reno, NV 89502 (775) 336-4450, www.join.org Job opportunities in Nevada,…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Education Directory – Northern Nevada
Center for Healthy Aging, Larry Weiss, PhD 11 Fillmore Way, Reno, NV 89519 775-376-3210, larry@addinglifetoyears.com Life Line, Emergency Response & RX Programs, Provide life span respite training, OASIS CATCH, Healthy Habits, Elder Gap Community Health Program/Urban Indians Outreach 745 W. Moana Ln., Ste. 375, Reno, NV 89502 1-775-788-7600 Health promotion, AIDS education…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Disability Services – Northern Nevada
Care Services of Nevada Inc. 987 Bible Way, Reno NV 89052 Phone (775) 284-4855 Fax (775) 284-4857 www.csonv.org Support Living Arrangement, Non-Medical Personal Care Services, Respite Care
Nevada-Senior-Guide Counseling Services – Northern Nevada
Sierra Behavioral Solutions 639 Isbell Rd., Ste. 380, (775) 348-5800, ext. 0 www.sierrabehavioralsolutions.org Adult Mental Health, Grief Counseling, Couples & Family Therapy, Addiction Therapy, Caregiver Counseling, Chronic Pain Support
Nevada-Senior-Guide Adult Day Care Directory – Northern Nevada
More to Life, Adult Day Health Center, LLC 1963 East Prater Way, Sparks, NV 89434 (775) 358-1988, jeffdold@gmail.com www.adultdaycarereno.com Sat Hours, Friendly Nurses, Extensive Caregiver Support, Enriching Activities, Approved Medicade provider, VA Provider, Open most holidays, Date Night – 1st and 2nd Friday, 5pm-9pm
Nevada-Senior-Guide Advocacy Directory – Northern Nevada
AARP Nevada State Office / Contact Center 5820 S. Eastern Ave., Ste. 190, LV, NV 89119 Toll Free: (866) 389-5652 www.aarp.org/nv, email: NVAARP@aarp.org State and national legislative, advocacy, regulatory and legal advocacy, 1-866-330-0753 Advocate for Elders, DAS (Aging & Disability) 445 Apple Street, Ste. 104, Reno, NV 89502 (775) 687-0800 www.nevadacareconnection.org Special Programs, Referral…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Volunteer Opportunities Directory – Southern Nevada
American Diabetes Foundation 702-369-9995, www.diabetes.org/volunteer Blind Center of Nevada (702) 642-6000, Call for info Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada 702-382-0721. Opportunities available for volunteers Clark County Library District (702) 734-7323 – Looking for volunteers Comfort Hospice Care 6655 W. Sahara, #B 114, LV, NV 89146 Contact – Debbie Gregory. Volunteers to work…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Transportation Directory – Southern Nevada
American Cancer Society 6165 S. Rainbow Blvd., LV, NV Provides free rides for cancer patients to and from treatments. To schedule, call Road to Recovery Program 1-866-949-1518. For Emergency: 1-800-227-2345 CAT – Ride 600 S. Grand Central Pkwy., LV, NV 89101 Para-Transit (702) 228-4800 or Info (702) 228-7433 Discount Fares, must be 60 and…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Support Groups Directory – Southern Nevada
Adult Diabetes Education & Mgmnt. West Charleston Library 6301 W. Charleston Blvd., LV, NV 89146 (702) 349-7370, www.diabetes-lasvegas.org Support Group 2nd Tues. each month, 6-7:30pm Alcoholics Anonymous 1431 E. Charleston Blvd., #15, LV, NV 89104-1734 702-598-1888, www.LVcentraloffice.org Meeting Schedules, Telephone Reassurance, 12 Step-calls, literature ALS of Nevada 4220 S. Maryland Pkwy., Bldg. B, Ste…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Senior Centers Directory – Southern Nevada
Black Mountain Recreation Center 599 Greenway Rd., Henderson, NV 89015 (702) 267-4070, www.cityofhenderson.com Recreation, Exercise, Racket ball, Socialization, Pool (outside), Yoga Boulder City Senior Center 813 Arizona Street, Boulder City, NV 89005 (702) 293-3320, www.bcseniorcenter.org Mon-Fri: 8am-3pm. Transportation, Nutrition, Recreation, Food, Foot Clinic, Senior Law Project, Medicare, SHIP, Monthly Trips Cambridge Recreation…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Respite Care Directory – Southern Nevada
Alzheimer’s Association – Desert SW Chapter 5190 S. Valley View Blvd. #S104, LV, NV 89118 (702) 248-2770, www.ALZ.org Support Groups, Respite Care, Education, Care Consultation. 800-272-3900 24/7 Hotline East Valley Family Services 1830 E. Sahara Ave., Ste. 102 702-920-6581. Respite care by appointment, support group available – 702-920-6515 Easter Seals of S….
Nevada-Senior-Guide Resource Centers Directory – Southern Nevada
Pahrump Family Resource Center https://www.loc8nearme.com/nevada/pahrump/621-s-blagg-rd/6953034/ Cappalappa Family Resource Ctr.. 189 N. Moapa Valley Blvd., Overton, NV 89040 1 (702) 397-6400, 8am-4pm. Advocacy, Referral, Friendly Visitation, Thrift Store East Valley Family Services 1830 E. Sahara Ave., Ste 103, LV, NV 89104 (702) 920-6581. Respite care by appointment, support groups available. Call for…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Referral Service Directory – Southern Nevada
Better Business Bureau 6040 S. Jones Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89118 (702) 320-4500, www.bbb.org Referral Service, Complaint processing, 8-4pm Friends of Parkinson’s Inc. 2400 N. Teneya Way, LV, NV 89128 702-381-4141, www.friendsofparkinsons.org Email: info@ www.friendsofparkinsons.org Mission to improve quality of life for those affected by parkinson’s through services, advocacy, and education…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Multiple Services Directory – Southern Nevada
AARP – Nevada State Office / Contact Center 5820 S. Eastern Ave. #190, LV, NV 89119 Toll Free 1-866-389-5652 www.aarp.org/nv Advocacy, Employment Assistance, Safe Driving Instruction, Tax Services, Legal Services Catholic Charities of So. Nevada 531 N. 30th St., Las Vegas, NV 89101 (702) 382-0721 Foster Grandparent Program, Senior Companion Program, Retired Senior Volunteers….
Nevada-Senior-Guide Medical Assistance Directory – Southern Nevada
Access to Healthcare Networks Main office located in Reno 702-489-3400 OR 1-877-385-2345 Discounted Dental & Vision Program. AMR Transport 7201 W. Post Rd., LV, NV 89113 (702) 384-3400 Medical Assistance, Ambulance Company, Wheel Chair Assistance Clark County Social Services 1600 Pinto Lane, LV, NV 89106 (702) 455-4270 x 3 for Senior Help Medical…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Legal Assistance Directory – Southern Nevada
Clark County Public Guardian & Administrator 515 Shadow Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89106 (702) 455-4332, www.accessclarkcounty.com Guardianship, Provide financial management Legal AID of S. Nevada 725 East Charleston, Las Vegas, NV 89101 (702) 386-1070, www.clarkcountylegal.com Legal Services, Referral Service, Guardianship Issues, SS tax problems, Domestic Violence and Disabled Issues, Small Claims…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Housing Assistance Directory – Southern Nevada
Accessible Space Inc. 6375 W. Charleston Blvd. Ste. 200, LV, NV 89146 702-259-1903 OR 1-800-466-7722 M-F 8am-5pm, For disabled housing assistance, 62 and older – Head of House Hold Catholic Charities of S. NV – St. Vincent House 1521 Las Vegas Blvd. No., LV, NV 89101 (702) 366-2090. Transitional Housing for men and women…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Home Repair Directory – Southern Nevada
Helping Hands of N. Las Vegas 3640 N. 5th St., Ste. 130, N. LV, NV 89032 (702) 649-7853. Home repair for small jobs, call for eligible zip code areas. Inside work only. M-Th 8am-3pm, Fri 8am-2pm LV Urban League Senior Home Services 3575 W. Cheyenne, N. LV, NV 89032 702-636-3949, Call for…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Handicap and Disability Services Directory – Southern Nevada
Blind Center of Nevada 1001 North Bruce Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101 (702) 642-6000, www.blindcenter.org Friendly Visitation, Education, Referral, Daily Activities, Telecommunications for members, Transportation to center & home, Volunteers Welcome, Recycle computers & electronics. Blind Connect, Inc. 6375 W. Charleston Blvd. #200,LV, NV 89146 (702) 631-9009, www.blindconnect.org Counseling, Advocacy, Education, Referral …
Nevada-Senior-Guide Fraternal Organizations Directory – Southern Nevada
Elks Lodge #1468 4100 W. Charleston Blvd., LV, NV 89102 (702) 258-3557 Elks Paran Lodge #1508 600 W. Owens Ave., LV, NV 89106 (702) 648-8033 Elks Lodge #2802 631 E. Lake Mead Pkwy., Henderson, NV 89015 (702) 565-9959 Fraternal Order of Eagles #1213 1601 E. Washington Ave., LV, NV 89101 (702) 642-1213 …
Nevada-Senior-Guide Food Assistance Directory – Southern Nevada
Catholic Charities of So. NV 531 N. 30th St., LV, NV 89101 (702) 385-5284, www.catholiccharities.com Meals On Wheels 7:30am-4pm Christ Church Episcopal 2000 S. Maryland Parkway, LV, NV 89104 (702) 735-7655. Emergency Food Assistance Need ID for family and food voucher. Outreach Program for Clothes – Th 10am-12pm. Wed – Hot meal…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Financial Assistance Directory – Southern Nevada
Auto Insurance Discounts AARP Driver Safety Class Qualify for 3 yrs. Auto insurance discounts per NV Law AARP Members $15; non-members $20 1-877-846-3299 www.aarp.org/drive American Red Cross 1771 E. Flamingo Rd. #206B, LV, NV 89119 (702) 791-3311, www.redcrosslasvegas.org Financial, Assistance to victims of disaster, Military Services, Retired Military, CPR & First Aid classes,…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Employment Assistance Directory – Southern Nevada
Employment Assistance, Community Service Employment Program, Senior Work Search Program Catholic Charities of So. Nevada 1501 N. Las Vegas Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89101 (702) 215-4703, www.catholiccharities.com Senior Employment – 8:00am to 3:00pm Catholic Charities of So. Nevada 2065 E. Sahara Ave., S-C Las Vegas, NV 89104 (702) 382-0721 Hours: Mon – Fri. 7:00am to…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Education Directory – Southern Nevada
AARP – Nevada State Office / Contact Center 5820 S. Eastern Ave. #190, LV, NV 89119 Toll Free 1-866-389-5652 www.aarp.org/nv Advocacy, Employment Assistance, Safe Driving Instruction, Tax Services, Legal Services, 1-866-330-0753 Clark County Library District (702) 734-7323, www.lvccld.org Free computer training classes for adults and seniors. Call for times and events.
Nevada-Senior-Guide Counseling Services Directory – Southern Nevada
Bridge Counseling Associates 1640 Alta Dr., Ste 4, LV, NV 89106 702-474-6450 www.bridgecounselingassociates.org Alcohol, Substance Abuse, Sliding Scale Unless Court Ordered Community Counseling Ctr. 714 E. Sahara, Suite 103, LV, NV 89104 (702) 369-8700. Counseling Services: Mental health, grief and addiction therapy, HIV groups, Stress & anger management M-F, 7:30am-8pm, substance abuse Financial Guidance…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Adult Day Care Directory – Southern Nevada
Adult Day Care Center of Las Vegas 901 No. Jones Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89108 (702) 648-3425 Adult Day Care Adult Day Care Center of Henderson 1201 Nevada State Dr. Henderson, NV 89002 (702) 368-2273 Adult Day Care Clark County Social Services Long Term Care Unit 3900 Cambridge St., Suite 202 Las Vegas, NV 89119…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Advocacy Directory – Southern Nevada
AARP – Nevada State Office / Contact Center 5820 S. Eastern Ave. #190, LV, NV 89119 Toll Free 1-866-389-5652 www.aarp.org/nv Advocacy, Employment Assistance, Safe Driving Instruction, Tax Services Clark County Senior Advocate Pgm. 1600 Pinto Lane, LV, NV 89106 (702) 455-7051, www.accessclarkcounty.com Referral Service, C/C Social Services, SR Programs, Long Term Placement. Home …
Nevada-Senior-Guide Senior Industry Network Group – Las Vegas
Nevada-Senior-Guide KNPR 88-9 Radio – Las Vegas
http://www.knpr.org/ Nevada Public Radio KNPR Radio Reading Service Nevada Public Radio Do you know someone who has a problem reading?Let Nevada Public Radio Help.The Radio Reading Service offers free reading broadcast 24 hours a day, seven days a week for people who are visually and print impaired.Statewide newspapers including the Review-Journal, Las Vegas Sun and Reno…
Nevada-Senior-Guide KNUU 970 Radio – Las Vegas
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Nevada-Senior-Guide Jitterbug Phone
www.jitterbugdirect.com Want a cell phone that’s just a phone? Your choice is simple. Plans from $14.99/month No long term contract Easy to see Simple to use Staying connected is easy with my Jitterbug®! All my friends — and my kids — have new cell phones. They carry them around with them all day, like mini…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division
http://www.nvaging.net/ The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) in the State of Nevada, Department of Health and Human Services, represents Nevadans aged 60 years and older and those with disabilities. Mission Statement The Aging and Disability Services Division provides leadership and advocacy in the planning, development and delivery of a high quality, comprehensive support service system across the…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Medicine Disposal Program
www.paininthedrain.com PAIN IN THE DRAIN IN THE COMMUNITY! Did You Know… …You can dispose of your expired and unused medicine at any Police Department in Clark County? Drop Boxes are now located in the lobby of the Boulder City Police Department, the City of Henderson Police Department Substations, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department substations,…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Helping Hands of Vegas Valley – Las Vegas
www.hhovv.org SERVING SENIORS in SOUTHERN NEVADA No Cost Services Assist Seniors to Remain Independent Established in 2000, Helping Hands of Vegas Valley is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with the mission to provide free, assistive services to senior citizens in Southern Nevada, allowing them to maintain their dignity and independence while improving health and daily…
Nevada-Senior-Guide The Way Out Christian Fellowship
www.thewayoutcf.com The Way Out Christian Fellowship Senior Pastor Earl Kennedy My name is Earl Kennedy, I came to the Lord in 1991 leaving behind a lifestyle of drug addiction and witchcraft. I was lost and broken with no hope in life when God came to me. He sent me back to the streets that I…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Visiting Angels – Summerlin and Henderson
www.visitingangels.com/vegas Las Vegas Home Care, Las Vegas Senior Care and Elder Care Visiting Angels is the nation’s leading nationally respected network of non-medical, private duty home care agencies providing senior care, elder care, personal care, respite care and companion care to help the elderly and adults continue to live in their homes. We are family…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Senior Dimensions United Healthcare
http://www.seniordimensions.com/ Say HELLO to Senior Dimensions When selecting a Medicare plan, people have different priorities. Most consider the out-of-pocket costs associated with prescriptions, doctor visits, and hospital admissions. Others may select a plan that’s simple to use with little or no paperwork. For some, staying with their doctor is a must. That’s why Senior Dimensions…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada – Las Vegas
Nevada-Senior-Guide Regency Palms – Las Vegas
Assisted living communities offer help with non-medical aspects of daily activities in an atmosphere of separate, private living apartments that encourage independence. In addition to providing meals, transportation for medical appointments, activities and pleasure trips, assisted living provides linens and laundry service, assistance with dressing and bathing, reminders regarding medication, and assistance with eating, transferring…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Michael Miller Realtor – Las Vegas
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Nevada-Senior-Guide Valley Group Homes – Las Vegas
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Nevada-Senior-Guide The Elderly Aristocrat – Las Vegas
The Elderly Aristocrat 3700 Tioga Way 2380 Mohigan Way Las Vegas, NV 89109 12 beds, Category I & II (702) 768-2304
Nevada-Senior-Guide Jory Trail Home Care – Las Vegas
Jory Trail Home Care 4133 Jory Trail Las Vegas, NV 89108 10 Beds, Category II, Alzheimer’s, Hospice Respite (702) 339-6727
Nevada-Senior-Guide Alebris Care Home – Henderson
www.alebriscarehome.com Alebris Care Home 1012 Paradise View St. (Eastern & Sunridge Heights), Henderson, NV 89052 5883 Golden Wing St, Las Vegas NV 89113 (Rainbow & Russell) Alzheimer’s Hospice Respite 702-235-2584 10 beds, Category II, www.alebriscarehome.com
Nevada-Senior-Guide The Bridge – Las Vegas
www.thebridgeatparadisevalley.com The Bridge The Bridge of Paradise ValleyRetirement when you want it. Assistance when you need it.Imagine living in a beautiful, peaceful environment, surrounded by friends and activities. Enjoy an enriching retirement at The Bridge at Paradise Valley Our community facilities are specifically designed to encourage seniors to live their retirement years as actively and…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Silver Sky at Deer Springs – Las Vegas
www.silverskylasvegas.com Silver Sky at Deer Springs An Exceptional Retirement and Assisted Living Community for Nevada Seniors Silver Sky at Deer Springs Assisted Living pulled out the stops to create a family-style Retirement and Assisted Living setting while providing services that reflect both quality and caring. We feel it’s so exceptional that it places us in…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Silver Sky – Las Vegas
www.silverskylasvegas.com Silver Sky Assisted Living Come See Why Everyone’s Talking About Silver Sky! Las Vegas’ newest assisted living community at the edge of Summerlin – where modern apartments, state-of-the-art amenities and quality care are surprisingly affordable. For a personal tour call 702-835-9040 License #4251AGC. Silver Sky is committed to providing housing and support services for older…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Regency Palms – Las Vegas
www.regencypalmsseniorliving.com Assisted living communities offer help with non-medical aspects of daily activities in an atmosphere of separate, private living apartments that encourage independence. In addition to providing meals, transportation for medical appointments, activities and pleasure trips, assisted living provides linens and laundry service, assistance with dressing and bathing, reminders regarding medication, and assistance with eating,…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Plaza at Sun Mountain – Las Vegas
Plaza at Sun Mountain: 6031 W Cheyenne Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89108 – (702) 658-5882 (office)Download the Plaza at Sun Mountain Video: plaza-sunmountain_0001 Assisted living communities offer help with non-medical aspects of daily activities in an atmosphere of separate, private living apartments that encourage independence. In addition to providing meals, transportation for medical appointments, activities and pleasure trips,…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Siena Hills – Henderson
www.sienahills.com Assisted Living Las Vegas Siena Hills Assisted Living in Las Vegas offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Alzheimer’s Care. Our staff is available 24 hours a day. Life at Siena Hills is comparable to living in a fine resort, with many of the same lifestyle enhancing amenities. Independent Living & Assisted Living….
Nevada-Senior-Guide Life Care Centers of America – Las Vegas
http://www.lcca.com/ About Life Care Your family is special with its deep bonds and unique relationships. Facing a dramatic change – such as moving a loved one into assisted living or a nursing home – is an unsettling prospect for most people. Life Care Centers have helped families for decades to work through the difficult decisions…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Atria Sutton – Las Vegas
www.atriasutton.com Atria Sutton Terrace Atria Seville Terrace, Atria Sunlake Terrace and Atria Sutton TerraceWho Knew?Who knew senior living could provide me with so much independence?I moved into an Atria assisted living community. Now, I spend less time doing things I had to do more time doing the things I love. Hassle-free living in a fun…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Atria Sunlake – Las Vegas
www.atriasunlake.com Atria Sunlake Terrace Atria Seville Terrace, Atria Sunlake Terrace and Atria Sutton Terrace Who Knew? Who knew senior living could provide me with so much independence? I moved into an Atria assisted living community. Now, I spend less time doing things I had to do more time doing the things I love. Hassle-free living…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Atria Seville – Las Vegas
www.atriaseville.com Find Exceptional Senior and Assisted Living in Las Vegas, NV, at Atria Seville At Atria Seville, residents find a welcoming assisted living community nestled in a serene residential neighborhood. Take a relaxing walk in one of two landscaped courtyards or practice…