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Our SERVICES
Other Senior-Related Sources of Assistance
We Can Help.
AARP
http://www.aarp.org/
Adult Protective Services
Adult Protective Services is responsible for investigating abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults who are elderly or have disabilities.
http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/
To report elderly abuse or neglect, call 1 (800) 252-5400 or use our secure website: https://www.txabusehotline.org
Aging Information/Social Services Information
- Collin County I & R
(972) 422-1850 - Collin County Committee on Aging
(972) 562-6996 - Dallas County Aging Information
(214) 379-4357 - Denton County I & R
(940) 566-2688 - Denton County Service Program for Aging Needs (SPAN)
(940) 243-8620
Alzheimer's Association - Dallas Chapter
The Alzheimer's Association, the world leader in Alzheimer research and support, is the first and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to finding prevention methods, treatments and an eventual cure for Alzheimer's.
(214) 827-0062
(800) 272-3900
http://www.alz.org
Area Agency on Aging of Dallas County
http://www.ccgd.org/daaa.htm
Area Agency on Aging of North Central Texas
http://www.nctcog.org/cs/aging/index.asp
Area Agency on Aging of Tarrant County
http://www.unitedwaytarrant.org/home/HowtoGetHelp/Agency.htm
Benefits CheckUp
Benefits CheckUp helps thousands of people every day to connect to private or government programs that help them pay for prescription drugs, health care, utilities, and other needs.
http://www.benefitscheckup.org
Caregiver Resources
If you are a caregiver or know of a caregiver in need of assistance please take advantage of these resources.
http://www.caregiver.com
http://www.caps4caregivers.org/
http://www.familycaregiversonline.com
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is a part of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. CMS provides information on all topics of interest about Medicare and Medicaid.
(214) 767-6401
http://www.cms.gov
City of Carrollton Senior Center
The Center offers a variety of weekly leisure activities and monthly programs for senior adults ages 50+, including senior athletic opportunities, educational classes and seminars, and monthly luncheons.
(972) 466-4850
http://www.cityofcarrollton.com/leisure/parksrec/leisureservices/seniorcenter
City of Coppell Senior Center
The Coppell Senior Center offers a variety of ongoing activities and special events for those 55 years of age and above. Activities include a seniorcise, tai-chi, exercise classes, arts and crafts, bingo, darts, bridge, and trips in and around the Metroplex area and an occasional out of state trip.
(972) 462-9635
http://www.ci.coppell.tx.us/
*After clicking on the link above, you must then click on "Departments and Services" from the left navigation menu. From that point you must click on "Parks and Recreation" and then you should see a link for the Coppell Senior Center.
City of Farmers Branch Senior Center
The Farmers Branch Senior Center is a multi-purpose room with hardwood dance floor, computer lab with internet access, and weight room with upper and lower body weight machines as well as cardio equipment. The center also offers over 70 programs geared toward meeting the physical, mental, social and emotional needs of individuals 50 and over.
http://www.farmersbranch.info/ParksRec/Seniorcenter.html
City of Frisco Senior Center
The Senior Center at Frisco Square offers a variety of activities, classes, and special events for adults 50 years plus. Our facility features a beautiful sunlit library, game room with billiards and ping pong table, fitness room, spacious multi-purpose room, full service kitchen, computer room with internet access, health room, and a classroom.
6670 Moore Street
Frisco, Texas 75034
972-292-6550
http://www.ci.frisco.tx.us/departments/Parks_Recreation/index.asp
City of The Colony Senior Center
The Colony seniors are a very active and lively group that love to have fun, travel and of course relax and enjoy each others company while having a cup of coffee or eating a meal.
5151 N. Colony Blvd
The Colony, TX 75056
972-624-2246
http://www.thecolonyseniors.com/
Elder Options of Texas
Elder Options of Texas makes it easier and more efficient for you to locate the type of senior housing and elder care information you are seeking for yourself or for a loved one.
http://www.elderoptionsoftexas.com
Eldercare Locator
Eldercare Locator is a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging. The Eldercare Locator connects older Americans and their caregivers with sources of information on senior services.
1 (800) 677-1116
http://www.eldercare.gov
Legal Hotline for Older Texans
1 (800) 622-2520
Medicaid-TX Department of Human Services
1 (877) 236-6500
Referrals for nursing home and community based services.
http://www.dhs.state.tx.us
Medicare Helpline
For general Medicare information, Medicare D publications and information on health plans.
1 (800) 633-4227
http://www.medicare.gov
Medicare Fiscal Intermediary
- Part B bills and services
- Hospital care services
- Skilled nursing care
- Fraud and abuse
1 (800) 442-2620
http://www.the-medicare.com
Medicare Durable Medical Equipment Carrier
- Bills for medical equipment
- List of approved suppliers of this equipment
1 (800) 442-2620
Metrocrest Social Services
Metrocrest Social Services began in 1971 with a commitment to caring. The MISSION of Metrocrest Social Services is to provide short-term emergency services to improve life situations of residents in Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Addison, and Coppell Texas.
(972) 446-2100
http://www.metrocrestsocialservices.org/
Nursing Home Ombudsman Program
For information on nursing homes and help in solving problems in nursing homes.
- Dallas Co. (The Senior Source)
(214) 823-5700 - Denton & Collin Co.
(817) 695-9194 - Tarrant Co.
(817) 335-5404
Social Security Administration
The Social Security Administration website provides the following services, among others: enroll for Medicare, change your mailing address, replace a lost or stolen Medicare card.
1 (800) 772-1213
http://www.ssa.gov
Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services
http://www.dads.state.tx.us
Texas Department of Insurance
Information on Medicare supplemental policies, companies providing coverage in Texas and rates for coverage.
1 (800) 252-3439
http://www.tdi.state.tx.us
Veterans Administration National Call Center
Providing excellence in patient care, veterans' benefits and customer satisfaction.
- Dallas County Veterans Service Office
(214) 819-1885 - Denton County Veterans Service Office
(940) 320-1038
1 (800) 827-1000
http://www.va.gov
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