Accessible Space, Inc. (ASI) is pleased to announce that its newest affordable senior apartment community in Nevada – Tonopah Lamb Apartments – is now under construction. Located at 4250 E. Tonopah Avenue in Las Vegas, the new senior housing will provide 34, one-bedroom apartments to qualifying low-income senior households with at least one household member…
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12th Annual Walk n’ Roll and 5K Run for ALS of Nevada
12th Annual Walk n’ Roll and 5K Run for ALS of Nevada – helps fund services for ALS patients and their families. Walk n’ Roll/5K takes place in beautiful Police Memorial Park. Participants can create their own Team and reach out to more people to support their donation to ALS. Each Adult 18 + participant…
Affordable Senior Apartments to open this Fall in Las Vegas, Nevada
Accessible Space, Inc. (ASI) is pleased to announce that its newest affordable senior apartment community in Nevada – Tonopah Lamb Apartments – is now under construction. Located at 4250 E. Tonopah Avenue in Las Vegas, the new senior housing will provide 34, one-bedroom apartments to qualifying low-income senior households with at least one household member…
Cataract Rates are on the Rise in Americans Age 40 and Older
Cataract Rates are on the Rise in Americans Age 40 and Older American Academy of Ophthalmology Offers Tips for Cataract Detection and Treatment SAN FRANCISCO – August 16, 2012 – The incidence of cataracts in the U.S. has risen 19 percent since 2000, impacting nearly 25 million Americans age 40 and older.[i] In fact, more…
Tips for caring for elderly parents – new book release
Statistics show that nearly 10 million adults over the age of 50 are caring for aging parents, according to a study by the MetLife Mature Market Institute. In her new book Mixed Nuts, professional counselor and therapist Dr. Mary Speed highlights actual patient experiences and offers advice on a variety of topic areas, including caring…
Nevada Senior Guide Announces Local Finalist for National 2012 Modern Healthcare Community Leadership Award
Nevada Senior Guide Announces Local Finalist for National 2012 Modern Healthcare Community Leadership Award Las Vegas, NV, August 17, 2012 –(PR.com)– Nevada Senior Guide is proud to announce that Carole Fisher, President and CEO of Nathan Adelson Hospice, is a national Finalist for the: 2012 Modern Healthcare Community Leadership Award for the entire United States….
Vi Marks 25 Years As a National Leader in Senior Living
Vi Marks 25 Years As a National Leader in Senior Living Vi – the developer, owner and operator of older adult living communities – is celebrating its 25th anniversary in August. Vi operates 10 continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) nationwide. “We are extremely proud of the accomplishments we have achieved during the past 25 years,”…
Focus on Your Vision During Cataract Awareness Month
Focus on Your Vision During Cataract Awareness Month Over half of all Americans will develop cataracts by the age of 70 – but poor vision doesn’t have to be an inevitable fact of aging. During Cataract Awareness Month in August, YourSightMatters.com wants to help seniors understand the simple outpatient procedures available to restore their vision and…
City Of Las Vegas October 2012 Senior Special Events
City Of Las Vegas October 2012 Senior Special Events Las Vegas Residents Invited To Celebrations, Luncheons & Activities At City Centers The city of Las Vegas active adult and senior centers offer exercise, fitness, craft, arts, dance, music and computer classes; cards; games; discussion and social groups; luncheons; sports; and special events Monday through Friday…
Cultural Arts – September 2012 Calendar Of Events
Cultural Arts – September 2012 Calendar Of Events 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas, NV 89101 Contact: Margaret Kurtz, (702) 229-6993 July 26, 2012 Cultural Arts & Community Events programs: www.artslasvegas.org City of Las Vegas website: www.lasvegasnevada.gov PROGRAMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE Centers will be closed Monday, Sept. 3, for holiday observance. Ethnic Express International Folk Dancing…
Early Lung Cancer Detection component of the Worker Health Protection Program (WHPP) for former Nevada Test Site workers
Announcing the introduction of the Early Lung Cancer Detection component of the Worker Health Protection Program (WHPP), a medical screening program for former Nevada Test Site workers. The new component of the program will introduce low-dose CT scans to at-risk former NTS workers with the primary goal of detecting lung cancer early, when treatment is…
Million Hearts™ Social Media- Caregiver Video Contest
Million Hearts™ Social Media- Caregiver Video Contest Twitter @MillionHeartsUS Week One (7/9)- We are launching our first video #contest next week in partnership with @CDCgov! Check back for details on #prizes and more! Week Two (7/16)- Our first video #contest launches today! We invite #caregivers to join and share their stories. http://go.usa.gov/vEq @CDCgov Week Three…
Seniors Citizens are a high priority in Washoe County
Seniors Citizens are a high priority in Washoe County Washoe County is experiencing a rapid demographic shift because of the aging of the “baby boom” generation. Like every community in America, we are evaluating how to provide services to the most vulnerable seniors. After an April 2, 2012 presentation by Washoe County Senior Services…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Health Care Partners Medical Group
facebook.com/healthcarepartnersnevada About Us HealthCare Partners Nevada is a network of more than 200 primary care physicians and more than 1,300 specialists. With medical clinics and specialty care affiliates throughout Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City and Pahrump, HealthCare Partners Nevada (HCPNV) is committed to delivering the highest quality of care to all our…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Laser Wellness PMA
www.laserwellnesspma.com We Believe in 3 Things… Laser Wellness PMA believes in truly a three word motto: Learn, Invest, Share We know that today is more important than ever for people to Learn about their health conditions, Learn about what natural options are out there, and to Learn how to think with a winning attitude towards…
Nevada-Senior-Guide College Villas
www.collegevillas.org College Villas 511 College Drive Henderson, NV 89015 rhf.org Primary features/facilities/amenities/services? We have 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments: Each unit has a washer and a dryer; A/C & Heat; Ceiling Fans; & Window Treatments We are close to Boulder Highway,and US 93/95; easy access to local Grocery Stores; close to multiple churches,…
Nevada-Senior-Guide El Paseo Senior Community
http://www.horizonseniors.com/ El Paseo is a brand new, beautiful senior community for individuals who are 55 or better. El Paseo Senior community is conveniently located near the breath-taking Bosque. Amenities Special Features Washer & dryer included Elevators in all buildings Controlled-access gates Mountain & valley views Sparkling pool & year-round spa Pets welcome Covered parking available…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Nevada Personal Care Services Inc
www.nevadapersonalcareservices.com At Nevada Personal Care, you’re in control. You choose the time/days your aide comes! You choose the aide! You always have the option to change caregivers! You choose how much help you want. From a few hours a week, to around-the-clock care. We’re flexible. We can work around doctors’ appointments, work schedules and sleep…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Willow Creek
www.willowcreeklv.com Who We Are A Little Bit of History… Founded in 1992, Willow Creek Association (WCA) is a not-for-profit Christian organization that exists to maximize the transformative power of the local church. Our vision is to see every local church reach its full redemptive potential — becoming an unbridled conduit for the transforming power of…
Nevada Senior Guide Announces New Appointment at Life Care Center
Life Care Center of Las Vegas adds On-Site Physician. Las Vegas, NV, July 18, 2012 –(PR.com)– Physician Onsite, Inc., recently placed Maria Gaerlan, M.D., as an on-site physician at Life Care Center of Las Vegas. In her new position, Gaerlan will work with Life Care Center of Las Vegas’ interdisciplinary team and other attending physicians…
Special Considerations And Tips For Senior Citizens Travel
Travel Tips for Senior Citizens Cellular and extracellular changes of old age cause a change in physical appearance and a decline in function. Measurable changes in shape and body makeup occur. The body’s ability to maintain homeostasis becomes increasingly diminished with cellular aging, and organ systems cannot function at full efficiency because of cellular and…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Carson Valley Senior Living – Gardnerville Carson City
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Nevada-Senior-Guide Pahrump Health & Rehab
Pahrump Health & Rehab Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation 4501 N. Blagg Rd. Pahrump Nevada 89 www.pahrumphealthandrehab.com Phone: 775-751-6600 Fax 775-751-6644
Nevada-Senior-Guide Manor Care – Reno and Wingfield Springs
www.HCR-manorcare.com www.integraselectcare.com The people of HCR ManorCare bring genuine compassion to health care and considerable skills to post-hospital and long-term care. Our mission continues to expand to meet the needs and health care goals of individuals who are discharged from the hospital and require additional nursing and rehabilitation care. One person at a time, HCR…
Nevada Delegates Named to Seniors Advocacy Group
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Nevada-Senior-Guide Country Club Valley View
www.countryclubatvalleyview.com Best 55+ Senior Apartments in Las Vegas, NV Country Club at Valley View Apartments in Las Vegas – Call: (877) 469-6560 Move into your new life at the best Las Vegas senior apartment community! Go beyond traditional apartment living and enter the visionary lifestyle at Country Club at Valley View. Discover an elegant, yet…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Person-Centered Care
Nevada-Senior-Guide Volunteers: A Key To Curing Alzheimer’s Disease
Nevada-Senior-Guide Tips on Maintaining Healthy Levels of Vitamin D
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Nevada-Senior-Guide Nevada HAND Inc
www.nevadahand.org Our Mission And Vision Welcome To Nevada H.A.N.D., Inc. Formed in 1993, Nevada H.A.N.D., Inc. is a non-profit corporation with the mission to improve the lives of low-income individuals by providing affordable housing solutions and supportive services. In pursuit of this mission, Nevada HAND has grown into a full service real estate development company…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Simple Tips for Getting Fit in the New Year
Nevada-Senior-Guide Volunteer Northern Nevada
Nevada SMP – Senior Medicare Patrol 1-888-838-7305 or 702-486-3403 Please call for information Nevada Volunteers 639 Isbell Rd., Suite 220, Reno, NV 89509 775-825-1900, www.nevadavolunteers.org Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Sanford Center for Aging, UNR, Mail Stop 0146, Reno, NV 89557-0038 775-784-1807 Senior Outreach Services (SOS) 401 West 2nd St., Ste 101, Reno,…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Transportation Northern Nevada
Community Health Program 745 W. Moana Ln., S-375, Reno, NV 89502 775-788-7600 Transportation to health care appointments. Must be Native American MORE to Life, Adult Day Health Center 775-358-1988 Rides to and from center RTC – Washoe Senior Ride A program of discount vouchers (“Taxi Bucks”) that can be used to pay part…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Support Groups Northern Nevada
Alcoholics Anonymous – Central Office 436 S. Rock Blvd., Sparks, NV 89531 (775) 355-1151, www.NNIG.org Call for meeting info, Referrals 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. American Cancer Society 691 Sierra Rose Dr., Reno, NV…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Employment Assistance
AARP – Nevada State Office 5450 W. Sahara Ave., Ste. 340, LV, NV 89146 (702) 648-3356, www.aarp.org/scsep Employment Assistance, Community Service Employment Program, Senior Work Search Program Easter Seals of S. Nevada 6200 W. Oakey Blvd., LV, NV 89146 702-870-7050 Offers work skills and pre-employment programs, job search tools, resumes, work readiness, job placement…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Adult Day Care
Adult Day Care Center of Las Vegas 901 No. Jones Blvd., LV, 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 1600 Pinto Lane, LV, NV 89106 (702) 455-7051,…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Medicare Open Enrollment Runs Through Dec 7
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Nevada-Senior-Guide Southwest Medical
http://www.smalv.com/ About Us YESTERDAY… Southwest Medical Associates (SMA) traces its beginnings back to 1972, when Anthony M. Marlon, MD first established a private medical practice in Las Vegas. His goal? To provide compassionate and innovative health care services. Because of his vision, his small practice quickly grew. Today, we’re one of Nevada’s largest multispecialty medical …
What Types of Senior Jobs Exist? (Nevada Senior Guide)
Many seniors aren’t content to take the company watch and spend the rest of their lives in complete retirement. Part time and full time senior jobs exist, but the problem is finding them. Wanting to stay busy isn’t the only reason seniors are looking for full and part-time jobs. Retirement and social securing incomes just…
Condos And Lofts For Active Senior Citizens (Nevada Senior Guide)
Your kids are out of the home. You are fully retired, or perhaps working somewhere a few hours a week just so you can keep yourself busy. You want to travel, or at least have that option. That home maintenance you used to relish? Not so much anymore. For many people, the senior years mark…
Recapturing Your Youth With Senior Cruise Lines (Nevada Senior Guide)
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…
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….