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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SRG Skilled Nursing Facilities - Listings & Maps 13-20SRG Listing: Living Facilities 54SRG Choosing the Right Living Facility 47SRG Living Facilities Checklist 52Skilled Nursing •Cantex Senior Communities 24, 26Grace Care Center 27HCR Manorcare 21, 26Legend Healthcare 23Regent Care Center - The Woodlands/Kingwood 27Sava Senior Care 22, 26The Woodlands Healthcare Center 25Continuum of Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) •The Village at Gleannloch Farms 28Residential Care •Chateau Woodlands 29 Grace Memory Care 29Unlimited Care 29Independent/Retirement •Carriage Inn / Village on the Park 34Copperfield Estates/Cypress Woods – Holiday Retirement 35Hettig Management 33Knightsbridge Apartments 32Oak Haven 36Paradise Springs – Holiday Retirement 37The Conservatory – Legend Retirement 31The Forum at The Woodlands 36The Grand Parkway 30, 148The Mansions at Hastings Green 3, 37Assisted Living •Ainsley Courte 38, 44Atria Senior Living 39, 44Autumn Grove Cottage 45Autumn Leaves 42, 44Cypress Assisted Living 45Emeritus 40Forever Young Senior Living 42Silver Hills Assisted Living 43Silverado Senior Living 41, 46

Housing subcategories are color-coded.


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A Nanny for Granny 70Acadian on Call 70Accessible Home Health Care 73Alpha Omega Home Health Services 74Assisting Hands 74Bright Star Healthcare 73Cameo Caregivers 66, 74Care Givers Unlimited 75Christus VNA 62Comfort Keepers 68Encompass Home Health 63, 70Girling Health Care 68, 74Home Health Resources 69Home Instead 69InterActive Healthcare 71, 104LoneStar Home Health 66Pro's Home Health 71ResCare Homecare 75Silverado at Home 64, 72Synergy HomeCare 65Texas Home Health 2, 72Visiting Angels 67, 72SRG Resource: Help for Caregivers 78SRG Home Care Charts 76SRG Alzheimer’s Care 77

Cypress Fairbank Medical Center 83Kindred Hospitals 80Kingwood Pines Hospital 83Select Specialty Hospital 7, 82Texas Oncology 81

House Call Doctors 85One Ortho 84The Woodlands Retina Center 84

Axona 86Medtronic 87Mobility Plus 86


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AseraCare 104Dignity Memorial 98, 99Hospice Compassus 100InterActive Hospice 104Lighthouse Hospice 100, 104Silverado Hospice 100, 105SRG Resource: Final Planning 93SRG Listings: Hospice Agencies 106SRG Hospice: What You Need to Know 101

ALS Association 117Alzheimers Association 108American Cancer Society 112Area Agency on Aging 118Houston Area Parkinson Society 117Interfaith of The Woodlands 119RSVP 92Texas Benefits Coalition – VA 108Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services (DADS) 12, 118The Friendship Center 109The United Way 116SRG Listings: Senior Centers 113SRG Listings: Adult Day Care Facilities 110SRG Resource: Information You Can Use 122SRG Resources for Drivers over 65 120-121SRG QUICK INDEX 146-147

A Senior Moment Massage 88 Accessible Lifestyle 88Shirley Weber, Realtor 89Wendy Cline – RE/Max 88

Hayes and Wilson 90Lori A. Kohnen 90The Offices of Patrick J. Wehrly 90SRG Resource: What is an SRES? 91




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CONROE2222 I-45 North . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .936-441-7379220 S. Loop 336 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .936-756-55743830 West Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .936-756-7233

CYPRESS13135 Louetta Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-379-775617455 Spring Cypress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-304-097118030 FM 529 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-550-6942

HOUSTON9125 W Sam Houston Pkwy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-477-058512434 Tomball Parkway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-272-005013133 Veterans Memorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-440-74565235 Aldine Mail Route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-449-03389330 Jones Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-894-485912400 FM 1960 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .832-237-489012222 Jones Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .832-912-757810010 Cypresswood Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-807-10566749 Airline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-692-5163360 FM 1960 West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-397-66221352 W. 43rd Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-681-08215620 West Tidwell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-812-0283

HUMBLE3820 Atascocita Rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-812-639719611 Eastex Freeway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-446-262019300 Lake Houston Pkwy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-812-4499

HUNTSVILLE111 I-45 South . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .936-291-7977

MAGNOLIA6616 FM 1488 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .936-321-9870

ORANGE1600 N. 16th Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-886-1362

SPRING2301 Rayford Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .832-813-04101461 Spring Cypress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-353-82045671 Treaschwig . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-443-288315802 Champion Forest Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-370-94816060 FM 2920 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-370-411018518 Kuykendahl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-350-35918745 Spring Cypress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .832-717-4111

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SRG Skilled Nursing Facilities Listing

ALVINLaurel Court 3830 Mustang Road 77511(281) 824-0070 Map #1A=125 B=125 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

ANGLETONCountry Village Care & Country VillageAssisted Living721 West Mulberry Street 77515(979) 849-8281 Map #2A=135 B=135 C=97 NRH, RSP

Cypress Woods Care Center 135 1/2 Hospital Drive 77515(979) 849-8221 Map #3A=105 B=105 C=97 NRH, RSP

BAY CITYBay Villa Health1800 13th Street 77414(979) 245-6327 Map #4A=105 B=105 C=0 NRH

Matagorda House700 12th Street 77414(979) 245-7800 Map #5A=120 B=120 C=88 AZ, NRH

Matagorda Nursing and Rehab Center4521 Avenue F 77414(979) 245-7369 Map #6A=100 B=100 C=0 NRH

BAYTOWNAllenbrook Healthcare Center4109 Allenbrook Drive 77521(281) 422-3546 Map #7A=120 B=120 C=0 AZ, NRH

Cedar Bayou2000 West Baker Road 77521(281) 427-9120 Map #8A=125 B=125 C=0 NRH, RSP

Goose Creek Rehabilitation & Health Care Center1106 Park Street 77520 (281) 427-1644 Map #9A=90 B=90 C=0 AZ, NRH

Green Acres of Baytown2000 Beaumont Street 77520(281) 427-4774 Map #10A=100 B=100 C=0 NRH, RSP

Saint James House of Baytown5800 West Baker Road 77520(281) 424-4541 Map #11A=105 B=105 C=0 NRH

The Rehab & Healthcare Center at Baytown3921 North Main Street 77521(281) 422-9541 Map #12A=120 B=105 C=47 NRH, RSP

BELLAIREBrighton Gardens of Bellaire 4620 Bellaire Blvd 77401(713) 665-3888 Map #13A=46 B=6 C=0 NRH, RSP

BROOKSHIREThe Oaks at Brookshire 710 Hwy 359 South 77423(281) 375-5272 Map #14B=134 NRH

CLUTEVillage on the Creek 914 Brazosport Blvd N 77531(979) 265-4794 Map #15A=119 B=101 C=0 NRH

Woodlake Nursing Center 603 East Plantation Road 77531(979) 265-4221 Map #16A=94 B=94 C=94 AZ, NRH, RSP

COLUMBUSColumbus Nursing and Rehabilitation 103 Sweetbriar Lane 78934(979) 732-5716 Map #17A=129 B=100 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

River Oaks Healthcare Center 300 North Street 78934(979) 732-2347 Map #18A=137 B=137 C=137 AZ, NRH, RSP

TruCare Living Centers1511 Montezuma Street 78934(979) 733-0500 Map #19A=104 B=104 C=0 NRH

Legend✘ = Doesn’t accept Medicaid or MedicareAZ = Alzheimer’s/Dementia Asst.

N = Skilled NursingNRH = Skilled Nursing with Rehab RSP = Respite Care

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CONROEConroe Healthcare Center2019 Frazier Street 77301(936) 441-2120 Map #20A=108 B=108 C=0 NRH, RSP

Park Manor of Conroe 1600 Grand Lake Drive 77304(936) 441-8266 Map #21A=125 B=125 C=0 NRH, RSP

Woodland Manor Nursing Home 99 Rigby Owen Road 77304(936) 756-1240 Map #22A=150 B=150 C=150 AZ, NRH, RSP

DAYTONHeritage Villa Nursing and Rehabilitation310 E Lawrence Street 77535(936) 258-7227 Map #23A=60 B=60 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

DEER PARKSan Jacinto Manor 206 West P Street 77504 (Medicare only)(281) 497-8471 Map #24A=96 B=96 C=96 NRH

FRIENDSWOODFriendship Haven 1500 Sunset Drive 77546(281) 992-4300 Map #25A=150 B=150 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Friendswood Healthcare Center213 Heritage Drive 77546(281) 993-5129 Map #26A=102 B=102 C=0 N

GALVESTONGulf Healthcare Center 3702 Cove View Blvd 77554(409) 740-7330 Map #27A=150 B=150 C=0 NRH, RSP

Meridian/Galveston 2228 Seawall Blvd 77550 (Private Pay only)(409) 763-6437 Map #28A=164 B=131 C=131 ✘ AZ, NRH, RSP

Turner Geriatric Center2228 Seawall Blvd 77550(409) 621-1644 Map #29A=164 B=131 C=131 AZ, NRH

HOUSTONAll Seasons Mission Care Centers6150 S Loop E 77087(713) 643-2628 Map #30A=120 B=120 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Afton Oaks Nursing and Rehab7514 Kingsley 77087(713) 644-8393 Map #31A=169 B=169 C=60 NRH, RSP

Ashford Gardens7210 Northline Drive 77076(713) 699-2882 Map #32A= 202 B= 202 C= 0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Beechnut Manor 12777 Beechnut Street 77072(281) 879-8040 Map #33A=146 B=146 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Belmont Village Asstd. Living Community 2929 W Holcombe Blvd 77025(713) 592-9200 Map #34B=110 A, N

Briarwood Nursing and Rehab 7633 Bellfort Avenue 77061(713) 644-2101 Map #35A=201 B=201 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Clarewood House Extended Care Center 7400 Clarewood Drive 77036 (Medicare only)(713) 774-5821 Map #36B=60 NRH

Courtyard Convalescent Home7499 Stanwick Drive 77087(713) 644-8048 Map #37A=120 B=114 C=0 N, RSP

Cypresswood Health & Rehab Center 10851 Crescent Moon Drive 77064(281) 955-4100 Map #38B=202 AZ, NRH, RSP

Garden Terrace Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence 7887 Cambridge Street 77054 (Medicare only)(713) 796-2777 Map #39A=120 B=30 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Grace Care Center of Cypress9602 Huffmeister Road 77095(281) 463-9001 Map #40A=125 B=125 C=0 N

Heartland of West Houston 2939 Woodland Park Dr 77082 (Medicare only)(281) 870-9100 Map #41A=120 B=27 C=0 AZ, NRH

Heartland of Willowbrook13631 Ardfield Drive 77070 (Medicare only)(281) 955-9572 Map #42A=120 B=77 C=0 N, RSP

Highland Park Care Center2714 Morrison Street 77009(713) 862-1616 Map #43A=64 B=64 C=0 NRH

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Houston Nursing and Rehab 4225 Denmark Road 77016(713) 631-0200 Map #44A=83 B=83 C=0 NRH, RSP

Jacinto City Healthcare Center 1405 Holland Avenue 77029(713) 455-1744 Map #45A=148 B=148 C=0 NRH, RSP

Legend Oaks Healthcare & Rehab 15880 Wallisville Road 77049(281) 457-6462 Map #46A=125 B=125 C=0 NRH

Legend Oaks Northwest8902 West Road 77064(713) 849-0990 Map #47A=125 B=125 C=0 NRH

Lexington Place Health Care Center 1737 North Loop West 77008(713) 869-5551 Map #48A=200 B=200 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Manda Ann Convalescent Home, Inc.7441 Coffee Street 77033 (Medicaid only)(713) 733-9471 Map #49A=100 B=100 C=100 NRH, RSP

ManorCare of Sharpview 7505 Bellerive Drive 77036(713) 774-9611 Map #50A=105 B=105 C=0 NRH, RSP

Memorial Hermann University Place 7480 Beechnut Street 77074 (Medicare only)(713) 541-2900 Map #51A=60 B=16 C=0 NRH

Memorial Senior Services Nursing Center7600 Beechnut Street 77074(713) 456-5870 Map #52B=43 (Medicare only) NRH

Mission Care6150 South Loop E 77087(713) 643-2628 Map #53A=120 B=120 C=0 AZ, NRH

New Era Nursing & Rehab3510 Sherman Street 77003(713) 224-5344 Map #54Bed Count Info Unavailable NRH, RSP

Northwest Health and Rehabilitation Center 17600 Cali Drive 77090(281) 440-9000 Map #55B=148 AZ, NRH, RSP

Park Manor of Cy-Fair 11001 Crescent Moon Drive 77064(281) 477-8877 Map #56A=120 B=120 C=0 NRH, RSP

Park Manor of Cypress Station 420 Lantern Bend Drive 77090(832) 249-6500 Map #57A=125 B=125 C=0 NRH

Park Manor at South Belt11902 Resource Parkway 77089(281) 922-6802 Map #58A=120 B=120 C=0 NRH

Park Manor at Westchase 11910 Richmond Avenue 77082(281) 497-2838 Map #59A=125 B=125 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Parkway Place 1321 Park Bayou Drive 77077(281) 556-9200 Map #60A=60 B=28 C=8 AZ, NRH, RSP

Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services 6200 N Braeswood Blvd 77074 (Medicaid only)(713) 778-5700 Map #61A=290 B=290 C=290 AZ, NRH, RSP

Silver Springs Healthcare Center 12350 Wood Bayou Drive 77013(713) 453-0446 Map #62B=150 AZ, NRH, RSP

Spring Branch Healthcare Center8655 Long Point Road 77055(713) 464-7625 Map #63A=106 B=106 C=0 AZ, NRH

Spring Branch Transitional Care Center 1615 Hillendahl Road 77055 (Medicaid only)(713) 365-0561 Map #64A=106 B=106 C=106 AZ, NRH, RSP

St. Dominic Village (Medicaid only)2401 Holcombe Blvd. 77021(713) 741-8700 Map #65A=158 B=120 C=120 A, NRH

Stoneybrook Healthcare Center 2808 Stoney Brook Drive 77063(713) 782-4355 Map #66A=112 B=112 C=0 NRH

The Concierge 2310 South Eldridge 77077 (Medicare only)(281) 558-3900 Map #67A=106 B=5 C=0 NRH

The Forum at Memorial Woods 77 N Post Oak Road 77024 (Medicare only)(713) 956-0870 Map #68A=96 B=12 C=0 AZ, NRH

The Hallmark 4718 Hallmark Drive 77056 (Private Pay only)(713) 622-6633 Map #69A=32 ✘ AZ, N

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HOUSTON — ContinuedThe Hampton Healthcare Center at Willowbrook7450 Willowchase Blvd 77070(281) 807-4744 Map #70A=98 B=98 AZ, N

The Plaza at the Buckingham8580 Woodway Drive 77063 (Private Pay only)(713) 979-3777 Map #71A=60 ✘ A, AZ, NRH

The Village Health Care Center 1341 Blalock Road 77055(713) 468-7821 Map #72B=240 AZ, NRH, RSP

The Vosswood Nursing Center815 South Voss Road 77057 (Medicare only)(713) 827-0883 Map #73A=224 B=78 C=0 NRH, RSP

The Westbury Place 5201 S. Willow Drive 77035(713) 721-0297 Map #74A=148 B=148 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Treemont Retirement Community 2501Westerland Drive 77063 (Medicare only)(713) 783-4100 Map #75B=54 NRH, RSP

Villa Toscana at Cypress Woods15015 Cypress Woods Medical Drive 77014(281) 586-6088 Map #76A=120 B=120 C=0 NRH

West Janisch Healthcare Center 617 W. Janisch Road 77018(713) 696-9093 Map #77A=116 B=116 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

West Oaks Rehab & Healthcare Center 3625 Green Crest 77082(281) 558-1166 Map #78A=120 B=120 C=0 NRH, RSP

Westchase Health and Rehab 8820 Town Park Drive 77036(713) 777-7241 Map #79A=180 B=180 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Westwood Rehab & Healthcare Center 8702 South Course Drive 77099(832) 275-1255 Map #80A=125 B=125 C=0 NRH, RSP

Winterhaven Healthcare Center 6534 Stuebner Airline Road 77091(713) 692-5137 Map #81B=160 NRH, RSP

Woodridge Nursing and Rehabilitation 8810 Long Point Road 77055(713) 468-7833 Map #82B=174 NRH, RSP

Woodwind Lakes Health Care and Rehab Ctr.7215 Windfern Road 77040(713) 466-8933 Map #83B=180 NRH

HUMBLEHumble Healthcare Center 93 Isaacks Road 77338(281) 446-7159 Map #84A=134 B=134 C=0 AZ, NRH

Park Manor of Humble 19424 McKay Drive 77338(281) 319-4060 Map #85A=125 B=125 C=0 NRH

HUNTSVILLEElla Smither Geriatric Center1115 Avenue O 77340(936) 295-0216 Map #86A=114 B=114 C=0 NRH

Green Acres of Huntsville1302 Nottingham Street 77340 (Medicaid only)(936) 295-6313 Map #87A=98 B=98 C=98 AZ, NRH, RSP

Huntsville Healthcare Center 2628 Milam Street 77340(936) 293-8062 Map #88A=92 B=92 C=0 NRH

KATYCane Island Post Acute Care21727 Provincial Blvd 77450(281) 717-1302 Map #89A=125 B=125 C=0 NRH

Heritage Park of Katy Nursing and Rehab6001 George Bush Drive 77493(281) 395-1124 Map #90A=118 B=118 C=0 NRH

Katyville Healthcare Center 5129 E 5th Street 77493(281) 391-7087 Map #91A=106 B=91 C=83 AZ, NRH, RSP

Oakmont Nursing and Rehab Center 1525 Tull Drive 77449(281) 578-1600 Map #92A=130 B=130 C=0 NRH, RSP

Spanish Meadows 1480 Katy Flewellen Road 77494(281) 394-0088 Map #93A=125 B=125 C=0 NRH

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The Grace Care Center of Katy23553 W Fernhurst Drive 77494(281) 394-1300 Map #94A=130 B=130 C=75 A, NRH

KINGWOODRegent Care of Kingwood23775 Kingwood Place 77339(281) 318-2600 Map #95A=194 B=194 C=0 NRH

LAKE JACKSONBrazosport Transitional Care 100 Medical Drive 77566(979) 297-4411 Map #96B=16 NRH, RSP

Lake Jackson Healthcare Center413 Garland Drive 77566(979) 297-3266 Map #97A=120 B=120 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Plantation Health Care204 Oak Drive S 77566(979) 297-0425 Map #98B=16 NRH

LA MARQUEBayou Pines Care Center4905 Fleming Street 77568 (Medicaid only)(409) 938-8282 Map #99A=120 B=120 C=120 NRH, RSP

LA PORTELa Porte Healthcare Center208 South Utah Street 77571(281) 471-1810 Map #100A=58 B=56 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

LEAGUE CITYBaywind Village Convalescent Center411 Alabama Avenue 77573(281) 332-9588 Map #101B=128 NRH

Harborview Care Center (Ventilator facility)300 Enterprise Avenue 77573(281) 334-4243 Map #102B=217 NRH, RSP

Regent Care Center2620 West Walker Street 77573(281) 309-5444 Map #103Bed Count Info Unavailable NRH

MISSOURI CITYFirst Colony Health and Rehab Center4710 Lexington Blvd 77459(281) 499-4710 Map #104B=150 AZ, NRH

Park Manor at Quail Valley 2350 FM 1092 77459(281) 499-9333 Map #105A=125 B=125 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

NEEDVILLES P J S T Rest Home No. 2 8611 Main Street 77461 (Medicaid only)(979) 793-4256 Map #106A=74 B=74 C=74 NRH, RSP

PALACIOSPalacios Healthcare Center1414 Fourth Street 77465 (361) 972-2542 Map #107A=102 B=78 C=0 NRH, RSP

PASADENAFaith Memorial Nursing Home 811 Garner Road 77502(713) 473-8573 Map #108A=120 B=120 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Paramount Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center3434 Watters Street 77504(713) 941-9155 Map #109A=125 B=125 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Pasadena Care Center4006 Vista Road 77504(713) 943-1592 Map #110A=116 B=116 C=0 NRH, RSP

The Courtyards at Pasadena4048 Red Bluff 77503(713) 477-7877 Map #111B=196 AZ, NRH

Vista Continuing Care Center 4300 Vista Road 77504(713) 946-6787 Map #112A=131 B=131 C=0 AZ, NRH

PEARLANDThe Colonnades at Reflection Bay12001 Shadow Creek Parkway 77584(713) 434-3800 Map #113A= 180 B= 180 C= O N, RSP

Tuscany Village2750 Miller Ranch Road 77584(713) 770-5300 Map #114A=108 B=108 C=0 NRH

Windsong Village Nursing & Rehab 3400 East Walnut Street 77581(281) 485-2776 Map #115A=138 B=138 C=114 NRH, RSP

RICHMONDBrazosview Health Care Center 2127 Preston Street 77469(281) 342-2801 Map #116A=56 B=56 C=0 NRH

Cambridge Square Geriatric Center1106 Golfview Drive 77469(281) 344-9191 Map #117A=118 B=112 C=92 NRH, RSP

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RICHMOND – ContinuedRichmond Health Care Center 705 Jackson St 77469 (Medicaid only)(281) 238-8006 Map #118A=99 B=92 C=92 NRH

ROSENBERGFort Bend Healthcare Center3010 Bamore Road 77471(281) 342-2142 Map #119A=56 B=56 C=0 NRH, RSP

Rosenberg Health & Rehab Center 1419 Mahlmann Street 77471(281) 342-0065 Map #120A=142 B=124 C=0 NRH

SUGAR LANDSugar Land Healthcare Center 333 Matlage Way 77478(281) 491-2226 Map #121A=150 B=150 C=0 NRH

SWEENEYSweeny House 109 North McKinney 77480(979) 548-3383 Map #122A=94 B=90 C=0 AZ, NRH

TEXAS CITYAshton Parke Care Center 210 Gulf Freeway 77591(409) 935-0300 Map #123B=100 NRH

Bay Oaks Healthcare Center 424 Tarpey Road 77591(409) 938-8431 Map #124A=120 B=109 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Gulf Healthcare Center 1720 North Logan Street 77590(409) 943-4914 Map #125B=150 AZ, NRH, RSP

Mainland Medical Center 6801 Emmett F Lowry Expy 77591 (Medicare only)(409) 938-5000 Map #126A=22 B=22 C=0 NRH

Oceanview Transitional Care Center519 9th Avenue North 77590(409) 949-9499 Map #127A=134 B=83 C=70 AZ, NRH, RSP

Seabreeze Care Center 6602 Memorial Drive 77591 (Medicaid only)(409) 935-2451 Map #128A=107 B=107 C=107 AZ, NRH, RSP

THE WOODLANDSRegent Care Center of The Woodlands10450 Gosling Road 77381(281) 296-9234 Map #129B=156 NRH

The Woodlands Healthcare Center4650 S. Panther Creek Drive 77381(281) 363-3535 Map #130B=214 NRH, RSP

TOMBALLGrace Care Center at Northpointe11830 Northpointe Blvd 77377(281) 205-9400 Map #131A=125 B=0 C=125 NRH

Lawrence Street Healthcare Center615 Lawrence Street 77375(281) 357-4516 Map #132A=150 B=150 C=0 AZ, NRH

Park Manor of Tomball250 School Street 77375(281) 516-7929 Map #133B=125 NRH

The Heritage1221 Graham Drive 77375(281) 401-5400 Map #134Bed Count Info Unavailable N, RSP

Tomball Nursing Center 815 N. Peach Street 77375(281) 351-5443 Map #135A=122 B=120 C=104 NRH

WEBSTERManor Care Health Services 750 North Texas Avenue 77598(281) 332-3496 Map #136A=113 B=101 C= 66 AZ, NRH, RSP

Regency Village409 West Greene Street 77598(281) 332-4738 Map #137A=122 B=120 C=0 NRH

The Point Rehabilitation and HCC 17231 Mill Forest Road 77598(281) 488-5224 Map #138A=120 B=98 C=48 AZ, NRH, RSP

WHARTONAvalon Place 1405 Valhalla Drive 77488(979) 532-1244 Map #139A=120 B=120 C=100 NRH, RSP

Wharton Nursing and Rehab Center1220 Sunny Lane 77488(979) 532-5020 Map #140A=120 B=120 C=0 RSP, NRH


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HCR MANORCARE HEALTH SERVICESPhone: (832) 588-4469Greater Houston Areawww.hcr-manorcare.com

HCR ManorCare has locations throughout the greater Houston area. Call us or come by!

West Houston: 2939 Woodland Park Drive, Houston TX 77082 (281) 870-9100Sharpview: 7505 Bellerive, Houston TX 77036 (713) 774-9611Willowbrook: 13631 Ardfield Dr, Houston TX 77070 (281) 955-9572Webster: 750 West Texas Avenue, Webster TX 77598 (281) 332-3496

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HCR MANORCARE HEALTH SERVICESPhone: (832) 588-4469Greater Houston Areawww.hcr-manorcare.com

We offer rehabilitation to those recovering from strokes, heart attacks,orthopedic conditions or other illnesses and injuries; as well as 24-hournursing care to chronically ill and frail elderly patients. From PT, OT, andspeech therapies, to first class dietary services, social services, therapeuticrecreational activities, housekeeping and laundry services, our centers arereturning patients home every day.


SAVA SENIOR CAREPhone: (832) 467-6827Greater Houston Area

We focus on people. Our residents. Their lives. Their health. Their families.We are one of the largest providers of short-term and long-term health careservices in the United States. Through our affiliated entitities, we provideservices through skilled nursing facilities in 19 states. We are committed toproviding compassionate, family-oriented short-term and long-term care.


CANTEX SENIOR COMMUNITIESGreater Houston area locationswww.cantexsc.com

Cantex Senior Communities is a provider of residential health services,including round-the-clock nursing and comprehensive rehabilitation. Unliketraditional nursing homes and assisted living facilities, Cantex embraces residents’ spirited independence, offering high quality services to meet theirevolving needs, and enabling them to carry on in style. Each Cantex SeniorCommunity is designed to support your complete recovery.


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THE MANSIONS AT HASTINGS GREENA Senior CommunityPhone: (281) 955-2500Houston TX 77065 • 11707 Fallbrook Drivewww.SeniorHousingHouston.com

Uncompromised. Unsurpassed. Undoubtedly Home. The Mansions, a professionally managed gated community, features a luxurious community center, beautiful pool, state-of-the-art fitness center,business center/computer room, picnic area w/ BBQ grills, card room, plannedactivities, and beautiful landscaping. One Bedroom: $648, Two Bedrooms: $777


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AUTUMN LEAVES OF THE WOODLANDSPhone: (877) 341-0394The Woodlands TX 77382 • 10700 Montfair Boulevardwww.AutumnLeavesLiving.com

Specialized memory care assisted living for individuals living with Alzheimer’sdisease and other memory impairment. Our communities offer a nurturing,home-like environment; nurses specially trained in memory care; on-siteHealthcare Coordinators that develop individual care plans; nutritious mealsprepared on-site; interactive daily activities and homes specially designedfor memory care assisted living.


ATRIA CYPRESSWOODPhone: (281) 370-5444Spring TX 77379 • 6611 Cypresswood Drivewww.atriacypresswood.com

Living in a community adorned with stately white columns and expansiveporches, residents at Atria Cypresswood enjoy an intimate setting of apart-ments featuring private bathrooms with showers. With three restaurant-stylemeals served daily and personalized, chauffeured transportation throughoutthe Spring/Champions area in a town car, residents can relax in the comfortof a community that has served the area’s seniors for over a decade.

Facility ID #000487


ATRIA KINGWOODPhone: (281) 359-8959Kingwood TX 77339 • 2401 Green Oak Drivewww.atriakingwood.com

The friendly and intimate community at Atria Kingwood is a wonderful place to call home.Residents enjoy cozy fireplaces, a lighted gazebo with a barbecue fire pit and frequent localexcursions, including trips to the cultural attractions of Houston. Our professional staff providesthree delicious meals daily and customized personal assistance plans. We also offer a LifeGuidance® neighborhood designed to meet the needs of seniors with memory impairments.

Facility ID #030329


AINSLEY COURTE ASSISTED LIVINGThe Benchmark For Exceptional Assisted Living™Phone: (281) 374-8002 • www.ainsleycourte.netCypress TX 77429 • 15055 North Eldridge Parkway

Ainsley Courte is an extraordinary community known for the exceptional careand personal attention provided to every resident. Set on 5 wooded acres, it isnestled in the middle of family neighborhoods in NW Houston. The entireelegantly appointed community is ground level, overflowing with naturallight and is completely smoke free. We offer 4 unique apartment styles.Each has a fabulous view, kitchenette and a large private bath. Come visit us!


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SILVERADO SENIOR LIVING - KINGWOODPhone: (281) 312-2526 • Fax: (281) 312-1040Kingwood TX 77339 • 22955 Eastex Freewaywww.silveradosenior.comChris Holland, Administrator Lic #050702

Dementia specialists. Full-time Registered Nurse, Social Worker & 24-houronsite licensed nursing staff. Residents cared for from earliest onset of memoryloss through end of life. Innovative programs designed to engage your lovedone. Pets, kids, music, & secured outdoor gardens/walking paths makeSilverado feel like home.

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Although BabyBoomers are redefin-

ing aging as they entertheir retirement years,many will discover thatthey are beginning to needassistance with day-to-dayactivities either for them-selves or a family member.Regardless of whom thejob of caregiving falls to,caring for a loved one isan extremely importantand stressful task.

Fortunately, today thereare many options for thewilling and the reluctant.But, due to budget cutssome of the senior hous-ing in your area may nolonger be an option. Forsome, a living facility maybe beyond their own com-munity which means thatplanning ahead is the bestoption; getting a head starteases the stress, gives theindividual more controlover the selection, andprovides more time toresearch options.

Once a loved one hasdetermined that assistanceis necessary or desirable,consider these things:

1. Safety Issues – How well can he/she get around on their own?2. Medical Issues – Are they able to take medications as directed per label or doctor? Or do they need supervision?3. Costs – Payment options:

– Medicare Part A is a hospital insurance provided by Medicare. Most people arenot required to pay a premium for this type of coverage.– Medicare Part B is to pay for medically necessary services. Most people will haveto pay a premium for this coverage.

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– Private Pay– Long-Term Care Insurance

4. Location- How close to family and friendswill your loved one want/need to be?5. Medical Options? Are they showing signsof Alzheimer’s/Dementia or Parkinson’s?

Once these have all been taken intoconsideration, begin tolook into the differenttypes of housing avail-able to determine thebest fit.

Assisted Living –This category of hous-ing provides care forthose who need somehelp, yet would like toremain as independentas possible. Assistedliving facilities offer, butdo not require, aid withthings such as: bathing,eating, dressing andhousekeeping. Anexcellent option forthose who do notrequire constant care.

Nursing Home –While this type of hous-ing is designed to carefor those unable to care for themselves,with numerous medical and health require-ments, it is always best to consider a nursinghome that allows for frequent visits fromfriends and family.

Home Care – Home Health servicesinclude skilled personnel who provide carein the patient’s home or in a living facility.This will ensure a continued independencewhile providing all of the care and assis-tance required. A doctor must prescribehome healthcare. Medicare may cover all orpart of this service.

Homemaker Services do not require adoctor’s order because a nurse and medicalassistance is not needed. Home Care com-panies providing homemaker services allowa loved one to remain in their own home andprovide services such as transportation,meal preparation, light housekeeping, run-

ning errands and com-panion services. Somecompanies acceptMedicare, but most areprivate pay.Continuing CareRetirement Community– Combining residentialaccommodations andhealth services, theContinuing CareRetirement Communityallows for the aging toreceive appropriate careas needs change, whilein a community environ-ment. They generallyinclude independent liv-ing options that progressto skilled nursing optionsas the resident’s agingneeds require.Skilled Nursing –

Skilled Nursing provides different levels ofcare, care that can only be administered bytrained medical professionals.Other Considerations – Patients may haveto rely on personal funds or may be able toutilize Medicaid or Medicare. The levels ofindependence and privacy will vary depend-ing upon the type of housing chosen. Someoffer private rooms and some will haveroommates. Deciding whether to go withmedical or homemaker care depends uponwhether a meal will need to be provided,medications dispensed and assistance with

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*Median figure between private and semi-private room rates.Source: Genworth Financial Report – 2009 Cost of Care Survey

Estimated Future SLAC Costs in 2014Care Type Nursing Home Assisted Living Homemaker Adult Day Care

Avg. Annual Total $71,507* $48,933 $51,102 $12,941(Private, 1 bedroom) (44 hours/week) (5 days/week)

*Median figure between private and semi-private room rates.Source: Genworth Financial Report – Projections

bathing and/or getting dressed is needed.Again, whether the job falls to a friend or

a relative, caring for a senior is an extremelyimportant and stressful task. Be sure toresearch your options so that you know whatis available. There are many companies nowproviding services for a fee to assist familiesin navigating through options for housing.One group, Geriatric Care Managers(GCM’s), are individuals with expertise andknowledge in working with families to helpdetermine patient needs and then matchlocal resources available to meet them.

GCM’s can assist families with referrals forspecial needs (Alzheimer’s) as well as deter-mining which options fall within the patient’sbudget. Be sure to check if they are a member of the National Association ofProfessional Geriatric Care Managers.

There are many online tools andresources to assist with researching whatoptions are best for you or your loved one. Inaddition to online resources, there are manywebsites and blogs specifically to provide asupport system for caregivers. The goodnews is that you are not alone.

ABOUT RESPITE CARE

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONSSenior Living Annual Care Costs in 2009

Respite care provides short term breaksthat relieves stress, restores energy, andpromotes balance in one’s life.In-home respite• Informal family support and relief • Online caregiver communities and video

workshops • Volunteer or paid companionship • Personal care or skilled health assistanceOut-of-home respite• Adult day programs • Residential respite care • Caregiver support groups

Be sure to ask some of the following questions when searching for the properform of respite for your loved one…

• How are care providers screened? • What is the training and level of

experience of the care providers? • Will care providers need additional

training to meet specific family needs? • How, and by whom, are the care

providers supervised? • What procedures does the program have

for emergencies? • Are families limited to a certain number

of hours of services? • Does the program provide transportation

and meals? • What is the cost of services? How is

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Care Type Nursing Home Assisted Living Homemaker Adult Day Care

Avg. Annual Total $56,592* $38,340 $40,040 $10,140(Private, 1 bedroom) (44 hours/week) (5 days/week)


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A Key to Choice for Seniors – A guide (in PDF format) created tohelp assess lifestyle needs and evaluate the many housing and serviceoptions available to seniors.http://www.tcaging.org/downloads/keytochoice.pdf

Long Term Care Insurance Quotes – Free Quotes and information,including a glossary of related terms.http://www.longtermcarewiz.com/

Needs Assessment – An excellent, user-friendly tool that guides you inchoosing the type of long-term care that fits your needs. The questionsare very specific, and your answers determine the recommendations.http://www.carepathways.com/needs.cfm

Steps to Choosing Long-Term Care – Guides you through the planning stages of choosing the right long-term care for a senior. (U.S.Department of Health and Human Services)http://www.medicare.gov/LongTermCare/Static/Home.asp

Learn About Care Options – Provides a comprehensive list of different types of care resources including: residential facilities,community health and social services, in-home care, medical services,care managers, and caregiver support.http://www.getcare.com/learn/

Facility Finder – A comprehensive questionnaire that helps you to findsenior housing according to your specifications: 1) location you want, 2)how the senior will pay for housing and care, 3) which type of seniorhousing you want, and 4) the senior's other needs. The questionnairealso helps to identify facilities with Hospice care, Respite care, and carefor Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease. You can further refine your searchby Pricing (price range), Living Environment (privacy, furnishings, etc.),Mobility and Language (mobility, disabilities, and native language), Dietand Meals preferred, Activities the senior would like to do, Amenitiesrequired or desired, Visiting Options, and Special Therapy required.http://www.tlchoices.com/

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State Affiliates of the American Health Care Association –Provides a list of agencies that can help you to find a long-term-carefacility in your State. (American Health Care Association)http://www.ahca.org/about/pubstate.htm

Eldercare Locator – An online database of information and referralagencies (by area) for elder care facilities and services. The telephonehotline refers to specific services and facilities: 800-677-1116. (U.S.Administration on Aging) http://eldercare.gov

Find Homes and Services for the Aging – A searchable database ofsenior living facilities for all 50 states in the U.S. (American Associationof Homes and Services for the Aging: AAHSA) http://www.aahsa.org/

LTC Ombudsman – Describes the Long-Term Care OmbudsmanProgram, a U.S. government program administered by the Administrationon Aging, established under the Older Americans Act. The OmbudsmanProgram provides advocates for residents of long-term-care facilities andinformation to prospective residents. (Administration on Aging)http://www.aoa.gov

Using the Accredited Aging Services Continuum – Provides a listof accredited Continuing-Care Retirement Communities and includesother aging-services communities (ASCs) such as traditional retirementcommunities. (Continuing Care Accreditation Commission) http://www.carf.org/

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✔Inside/Outside Atmosphere

❏ How does the residence look from the outside?

❏ As you enter is the decor attractive andhome-like?

❏ Does the administrator/staff call residentsby name and interact warmly?

❏ Do residents socialize with each other andappear happy and comfortable?

❏ Are you able to talk with residents abouthow they like the residence and staff?

❏ Can you see you or your loved one as ahousemate with the residents?

❏ Is the staff friendly, appropriately dressed,and outgoing?

❏ Do the staff members treat each other in aprofessional manner?

❏ Can residents have visits any time?

Facility features

❏ Are doorways, hallways and rooms accom-modating to wheelchairs and walkers?

❏ Are elevators available for those unable touse stairways?

❏ Are hand rails available to aid in walking?

❏ Do the floors have a non-skid material andcarpets firmly sealed?

❏ Is the residence clean, free of odors andappropriately heated/cooled?

❏ Are the local/state licenses up to date?

❏ Are there clearly marked exits? Do they doany fire drills?

❏ What security is there if a resident wanders?

❏ Are there secure places for residents totake a walk or sit outside?

Health Care

❏ Does the residence have specific policiesregarding storage of medication, assistancewith medications, training and supervision ofstaff and record keeping?

❏ Is self-administration of medication allowed?

❏ Is there a staff person to coordinate homecare visits from a nurse, physical therapist,occupational therapist, etc. if needed?

❏ Is staff available to assist residents whoexperience memory, orientation, of judgmentlosses?

❏ Does a physician or nurse visit the residentregularly to provide medical checkups?

❏ What is the procedure for responding to amedical emergency?

❏ To what extent are medical services avail-able, and how are these services provided?

Unit Features

❏ Do dining room menus vary from day today and meal to meal?

❏ Are different sized and types of units available?

❏ Are units for single and double occupancyavailable?

❏ Is a 24-hour emergency response systemaccessible from the unit?

❏ Do all units have a telephone and cable TVand how is billing handled?

❏ Are bathrooms private with handicappedaccommodations – wheelchairs and walkers?

❏ Is a kitchen area/unit provided with arefrigerator, sink and cooking element?

❏ May residents keep food in their units?

❏ May residents smoke in their units? In public spaces?

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❏ Is a contractual agreement available thatdiscloses healthcare and supportive services,all fees, as well as admission and dischargeprovisions?

❏ Does the residence have a process forassessing a potential resident's need forservices and are those needs addressed periodically?

❏ Are there any government, private or corporate programs available to help coverthe cost of services to the resident?

❏ Is a contractual agreement available toinclude accommodations, personal care,health care and supportive services?

❏ Is there a procedure to pay for additionalservices when temporary services are needed?

❏ Are there different costs for various levelsor categories of services?

❏ Do billing, payment and credit policiesseem fair and reasonable?

❏ May a resident handle their own financeswith staff assistance if they’re able, or should afamily member or outside party be designatedto do so?

❏ When may a contract be terminated? Whatare the policies for refunds and transfers?

❏ Is there an appeals process for dissatisfied residents?

❏ Is the billing itemized?

Services

❏ Can the residence provide a list of servicesavailable?

❏ Is staff available to provide 24-hour assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)if needed? ADLs include: Dressing; Eating;Mobility; Hygiene and grooming; Bathing,toileting and incontinence; Using the telephone; Shopping; and Laundry.

❏ Does the residence provide housekeepingservices in residents' units?

❏ Do they provide transportation to doctors'offices and other activities desired by residents?

❏ Can residents arrange for transportation onfairly short notice?

❏ Are pharmacy, barber/beautician and/orphysical therapy services offered on-site?

❏ What is the staff to patient ratio duringthe week? At night? On weekends?

Social & Recreational Activities

❏ Is there evidence of an organized activitiesprogram, such as a posted daily schedule,events in progress, reading materials,visitors, etc.?

❏ Do residents participate in activities outside of the residence in the neighboring community?

❏ Do volunteers, including family members,come into the residence to help with programs?

❏ Does the residence create a sense of community by requiring residents to participate in certain activities or performsimple chores for the group as a whole?

❏ Are residents' pets allowed in the residence?Who is responsible for their care?

Meals

❏ Is there a nutritionist that works with theresidence in establishing meals?

❏ How often are meals provided?

❏ What if a special diet is called for? Ie: diabetic or heart patient

❏ Are snacks available?

❏ May a resident request special foods?

❏ May residents eat meals in their units?

❏ Are common dining areas available?

❏ May meals be provided at a time a resident would like or are there set times for meals?

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✚ = Accepts Medicaid and/or Medicare

A = Assisted Living

AZ = Alzheimer’s/Dementia Asst.

APT = Apartments for Senior Adults

LAPT = Low-Income Apartments

R = Retirement/Independent Living

RC = Residential Care Facility

RSP = Respite Care

ALVIN

Alvin Memorial Gardens 916 South Gordon 77511(281) 331-1214 APT, R

Evening Shade Personal Care Home 610 Briarwilde Court 77511(281) 756-8225 A, AZ

Evening Star Personal Care Home 2960 Rowan Burton 77511(281) 331-6753 A, AZ

Talbots Kozy Korner, LLC1501 Parkway 77511(281) 331-1289 RC

Thy Loving Kindness 1218 South Johnson 77511(281) 331-4215 RC

ANGLETON

Magnolia Acres108 Deborah Drive 77515(979) 849-2301 A

Whites Cottage Center332 Marshall Alley 77515(979) 849-4744 A, AZ

BAY CITY

The Legacy Assisted & Independent Living720 12th Street 77414(979) 245-7891 A, R

BAYTOWN

Birdsong Place Villas1017 Birdsong Drive 77521(832) 477-7585 LAPT

Remington Park Assisted Living Residence901 West Baker Road 77521(281) 427-4373 A, AZ, R

Shady Creek Premier Retirement Community1220 Knowlton Road 77520(281) 428-1233 LAPT, R

Swan Manor2508 Ward Road 77520(281) 422-9030 A

CLEVELAND

Azalea Terrace Apartments121 Peach Street 77327(281) 592-1952 APT, R

Cleveland Plaza Apartments915 E. Hanson Street 77327(281) 592-7870 LAPT

Park Place Apartments200 Campbell Street 77327(281) 592-0332 LAPT

COLUMBUS

The Oaks Assisted Living Residence203 Charter Street 78934(979) 732-9590 A, AZ, RSP

CONROE

Abundant Life Assisted Living & Memory Care15245 Saddlewood Drive 77384(281) 825-2464 A, AZ

Bellshire Apartments800 Bellshire Drive 77301(936) 756-8849 LAPT

Camelot Pines Apartments200 Camelot Street 77304(936) 539-5880 LAPT

Carriage Inn – Conroe750 Longmire Road 77304(936) 760-1966 R

Chateau Woodlands327 Tallow Drive 77385(832) 884-3839 RC

Havenwood Place Apartments600 Hickerson 77301(936) 441-9300 LAPT

Hearthstone at Rivershire450 N. Rivershire 77304(936) 788-2626 A, AZ, RSP

Heritage Oaks903 Longmire Road(936) 760-2010 A, AZ, RSP

Personal Touch635 Pinewood 77301(281) 362-1061 A

Senior Residences500 River Point Drive 77304(936) 756-8643 A, RSP

Strake House Assisted Living1701 Westview Blvd. 77304(936) 539-5558 A, AZ, APT, RC, RSP, TCU

TeiGoRoc I Personal Care Home11184 Damico Lane 77306(936) 231-3127 A

TeiGoRoc II Personal Care Home11120 FM 1485 77306(936) 231-3124 A, AZ

The Mansions in the Forest545 FM 1488 77384(936) 271-5110 APT, R

The Ranch Personal Care Home9297 Wahrenberger 77304(936) 788-7760 A, RSP

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Ainsley Courte Assisted Living15055 N Eldridge Parkway 77429(281) 374-8002 A

DEER PARK

The Waterford at Deer Park 201 McDermott Street 77504(281) 542-9445 R

DICKINSON

Gracious Living12425 Pine Oak Drive 77539(281) 337-9060 RC

La Vita Bella 3527 Oak Drive 77539(281) 534-9404 A, RC, RSP

EL LAGO

Psalm 23 Homecare204 Confederate Way 77586(281) 326-9001 A

FRIENDSWOOD

Emeritus at Friendswood1310 Friendswood Drive S 77546(281) 648-5454 A, AZ, RSP

Gardens at Friendswood Lake1423 West Parkwood Avenue 77546(281) 648-1044 APT, R

Hope Village Home 415403 Hope Village Road 77546(281) 482-7926 RC

Trinity Care Senior Living227 E. Edgewood Drive 77546(281) 482-9700 A, RSP

Village on the Park400 E. Parkwood Avenue 77546(281) 996-8871 R

GALVESTON

Concord Homes 1027 Tremont 77550(409) 770-9011 A, RC

HEMPSTEAD

Retirement Care Center of Hempstead ✚1111 San Antonio Street(979) 826-3439 A, R

Shady Oaks Apartments Limited506 Ellen Powell Dr 77445(936) 857-5511 LAPT, R

HITCHCOCK

Tinker Bell’s Gentle Heart 6718 Carver Avenue 77563(409) 986-9919 RC

HOUSTON

Atria Westchase 11424 Richmond Ave 77082(281) 759-7900 A, AZ

Autumn Grove Cottage – Copperfield8524 Copperbrook Dr 77095(713) 870-1393 A, AZ

Bayou Manor4141 S Braeswood Blvd 77025(713) 666-2651 A

Bedford Personal Care Home11718 Bedford St 77031(281) 498-3301 A, RSP

Bellerive Apartment7225 Bellerive 77036(713) 789-5000 LAPT

Braeburn Gardens8627 Willow Meadow Dr. 77031(713) 988-1444 RC

Braesridge Senior Living Community11100 Braesridge Dr 77071(713) 270-8494 APT, R

Braeswood Personal Care Home3519 South Braeswood Blvd. 77025(713) 666-6545 A

Camden Royal Oaks 11805 Meadowglen 77082(281) 556-0153 R

Champion Oaks17705 Red Oak Drive 77090(281) 440-0966 A, AZ, RSP

Colonial Oaks Medical Center7800 N Stadium Dr 77030(713) 799-8200 A, AZ. RSP

Colonial Oaks at Westchase11395 Richmond Ave 77082(281) 759-2900 A, AZ

Commons of Grace Senior Apartment Homes9110 Tidwell(713) 635-3500 APT

Copperfield Estates16820 West Road 77095(281) 859-9911 R

Cornerstone Gardens14522 Cornerstone Village Drive 77014(281) 580-8004 LAPT

Cornerstone Village3133 Cornerstone Park Dr 77014(866) 730-0070 APT

Creekbend Garden8106 Creekbend Drive 77071(713) 272-7717 LAPT

Devine Living Centers ✚12802 Newbrook Dr. 77072(281) 799-5955 A, AZ, RSP

Eagle's Trace14703 Eagle Vista Dr 77077(281) 496-7676 R

EdenBrook of Champions14050 Cutten Road 77069(281) 866-9898 A, AZ, RSP

Emeritus at Memorial1414 Sandy Springs Rd 77042(713) 782-3355 A, AZ, RSP

Evening Star Villa11800 S Glen Dr 77099(281) 498-7758 R


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Evergreen Commons8484 Jason St 77074(713) 272-0201 LAPT

Goldberg B'nai B'rith Towers10909 Fondren 77096(713) 771-2417 R, LAPT

Graystone Senior Lifecare 1310 Riverview Circle 77077(713) 973-8899 A, AZ, RC

Hearthstone at Braeswood 2555 S Braeswood Blvd 77025(713) 839-8265 AZ, RSP

Hearthstone at Cy-Fair 11246 Fallbrook 77065(281) 890-3174 A, RSP

Heaven's Gate15139 Gran Vista 77083(281) 808-0563 AZ, RC

Holly Hall Retirement Community8304 Knight Rd 77054(713) 799-9031 A, R, RSP

Houston Heights Tower330 W 19th St713-862-8058 APT

Ideal PC Home Assisted/Assisted Living15526 Empanada 77083(281) 568-7927 RC

Lakeview Place8950 Hammerly Blvd 77080(713) 984-9003 LAPT

Larkwood Assisted Living8910 Marinette Dr 77074(713) 988-4871 A

Laurel Point16170 Westpark Dr 77082(866) 994-6786 LAPT

Liberty Island Personal Care Homes9009 Boone Road 77099(281) 530-0000 A

Light Heart Memory Care910 Kings Gate Lane 77258(281) 282-0770 A, AZ

Limbe House, Inc.12115 Corona Ln. 77277(281) 983-0045 RC

Lovett Place808 Lovett Blvd 77006(713) 526-2233 A

Lyeral Apartment75 Lyerly 77022(713) 694-6681 LAPT

Magnolia Estates101 Normandy Road 77015(713) 455-3333 APT

Memorial Oaks 1414 Sandy Springs Rd 77042(713) 782-3355 A, AZ, RSP

Northvale Village 14422 Cornerstone Village Drive 77014(281) 880-6144 LAPT

Oak Shadows4801 Allendale 77017(713) 941-7700 RC

Oak Tree Manor14603 Fonmeadow Drive 77035(713) 729-9288 A

Oleander Commons12805 Bissonnet 77099(832) 328-0812 LAPT

Orchard Park at Willowbrook13350 Perry Rd 77070(832) 237-7000 APT, R

Orchard Oak Forest880 W. 34th Street 77018(713) 871-0063 APT, R

Pepper Tree5950 Antoine 77091(713) 681-5553 APT, R

Quality Living at Beechnut8302 Beechnut 77036(281) 499-7050 RC

Quality Living at Candle Green8202 Candle Green Ct 77071(713) 662-9760 RC

Quality Living at Concho6829 Concho 77074(713) 662-9760 RC

Quality Living at Greenbriar2622 Greenbriar 77098(281) 499-7050 RC

Quality Living at Greenpark3318 Greenpark St 77082(713) 662-9760 RC

Quality Living at Skyline9514 Skyline St 77063(713) 662-9760 RC

Rainbow Village6100 Corporate 77036(713) 995-4538 LAPT

Rosemont at Clear Lake14101 Bay Point Court 77062(281) 461-7600 A, AZ, RSP

Silverado Senior Living – Cypresswood 10225 Cypresswood Drive 77070(281) 955-0880 A, AZ, RSP

Spring Branch Care Homes9619 Truscon Dr 77080(713) 467-4444 A, AZ, RC, RSP

Spring Branch Healthcare Center : 8955 Long Point 77055(713) 464-7625 A, AZ, RSP

Summerville at Cy-Fair11500 Fallbrook Drive 77065(281) 970-6688 A, APT, AZ, R, RSP

Sweet Home Assisted Living13820 Eagle Pass 77015(713) 450-3222 A, ASP


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Tarrytowne Estates 1815 Enclave Parkway 77077(281) 531-1905 R

Telephone Road Apartments6000 Telephone Road 77087(713) 645-2131 LAPT

The Abbey at Westminster Plaza2865 Westminister Plaza Dr 77082(281) 556-6020 A, AZ, RSP

The Cottage of Spring Branch 1842 Hollister Road 77080(713) 461-1500 AZ, RSP

The Hampton at Cypress Station 303 Lantern Bend Drive 77090(281) 880-7702 A, AZ, RSP

The Hampton at Pinegate2121 Pinegate Drive TX 77008(713) 861-9952 A, AZ

The Hampton at Post Oak :2929 Post Oak Boulevard 77056(713) 993-9999 A, AZ, R, RSP

The Hampton at Shadow Lake 2835 Shadowbriar Dr 77077(281) 759-6700 A, AZ, RSP

The Hampton of Tanglewood 505 Bering Dr 77057(713) 532-1718 A

The Hampton at Willowbrook7450 Willowchase Blvd. 77070(281) 807-4744 A, AZ

The Medallion6262 N. Braeswood 77074(713) 778-5777 A

The Mission Home Personal Care7603 Aimua Court 77083(832) 618-7348 A

The Park at Bellaire6333 Chimney Rock 77081(713) 830-5400 R

The Sterling at Memorial Villages1325 S. Voss 77057(832) 251-7500 R

The Terrace at Memorial City11900 Barryknoll 77024(713) 932-0400 R, RSP

The Terrace at Spring Shadows10100 Kempwood 77080(713) 462-6444 R

The Terrace at West University5151 Buffalo Speedway 77005(713) 432-7777 R

The Terrace at Willowbrook7575 Willowchase Blvd. 77070(281) 588-0800 APT, R

Tiff’s Tender Care3803 Carlson Lane 77047(713) 733-5607 RC

Tranquility Personal Care Homes9006 Poco 77080(713)-783-2404 AZ, RC, RSP

Village on the Park – Steeplechase12102 Steeple Way Blvd. 77065(281) 970-7979 R

West Oaks Village15025 Caseta Drive 77082(281) 531-4406 LAPT, R

Westbrae Court : 10680 Westbrae Parkway 77031(713) 541-9991 R, RC, RSP

Woodland Christian Towers600 E Tidwell Rd 77022(713) 692-2439 R

Zimac Care Center9898 Bissonnet St 77036(713) 272-7004 RC

HUMBLE

Compassionate Home Care8426 Opalwood Lane 77338(281) 540-2258 A, AZ, RSP

HUNTSVILLE

Carriage Inn – Huntsville2805 Lake Road 77340(936) 295-0600 R

The Lexington Center679 I-45 South 77340(936) 295-4488 A, RSP

JACINTO

Big Bass Resort9701 Market St 77029(713) 675-8800 APT, R

KATY

Autumn Grove Cottage – Katy21803 Oak Park Trails Dr 77450(713) 870-1393 A, AZ

Carriage Inn Retirement Community 1400 Katy-Flewellen Road 77494(281) 392-2800 R

Cinco Ranch Alzheimer’s Special Care Center3206 South Fry Blvd 77450(281) 599-3334 AZ, RSP

Colonial Oaks of Katy 21601 Provincial Blvd 77450(281) 578-2222 A, AZ

Comfy Home21819 Hollow Field Ln 77450(281) 277-2847 A, RC

Elder Care of America2910 Commercial Ctr Blvd #103 77494(281) 796-9898 RC

Heritage Grand at Cinco Ranch5027 S. Bend Park Ct. 77494(281) 395-0444 R

Providence Place20300 Saums Road 77449(281) 647-6470 APT


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Sunrise Assisted Living of Cinco Ranch ✚21939 Cinco Ranch Blvd 77450(281) 240-0500 A, AZ, RSP

The Grand Parkway22777 Franz Road 77449(281) 395-0555 R

The Solana at Cinco Ranch24001 Cinco Village Center Blvd 77494(281) 644-0003 A, R

The Villa 26110 Willow Colony Lane 77494(281) 395-0139 A, RSP

The Villas at Park Grove600 Park Grove 77450(281) 398-1411 APT

Tuscany Living Villas Katy28019 Norfolk Trail Lane(832) 361-4064 A, RSP

KEMAH

Lake Haven Apartments1051 Columbia Memorial 77565(281) 538-5559 APT, R

KINGWOOD

Atria Kingwood 2401 Green Oak Drive 77339(281) 359-8959 A, AZ, RSP

Compassionate Home Care #2911 Southern Hills Rd. 77339(281) 312-4208 A, AZ, RSP

Cypress Woods2755 Chessnut Ridge Road 77339(281) 973-4771 R

EdenTerrace of Kingwood 919 Rockmead 77339(281) 359-8800 A, AZ, R, RSP

Kingwood Senior Village435 Northpines Drive 77365(281) 548-2500 APT, R

Rosemont Assisted Living6450 Kings Parkway 77346(281) 812-4099 A, AZ

Silverado Senior Living – Kingwood22955 Eastex Freeway 77339(281) 312-2526 A, AZ

Westminster House at Kingwood Village ✚2807 Kings Crossing Drive 77345(281) 361-7557 R

Liberty Health Care Center ✚1206 North Travis(936) 336-7247 AZ

LAKE JACKSON

Carriage Inn Apartments130 Lake Road 77566(979) 285-0300 R

Hearthstone at Lake Jackson206 Oak Drive South 77566(979) 297-5577 AL, RSP

Lake Jackson Manor120 Garland Drive 77566(979) 297-2500 APT, R

Plantation Villas Community202 Oak Drive S 77566(979) 297-9584 R

LA MARQUE

Laurel House1109 Holly Street 77868(409) 935-2125 A, RSP,RC

Mildred House, Inc. Personal Care 1515 4th Avenue 77568(409) 933-1219 A, AZ, RC, RSP

LA PORTE

Parson’s House8772 Fairmont Parkway 77571(281) 478-0000 A, R

LEAGUE CITY

Regal Estates Assisted Living and Retirement500 Enterprise Avenue 77573(281) 538-5993 A, APT, R, RSP

The Cottages at Clear Lake I and II450 Landing Boulevard 77573(281) 316-4281 A, AZ, RSP

MAGNOLIA

Llewellyn's Magnolia Place8912 West Lane 77354(281) 356-3684 A, AZ, RSP

MANUEL

Autumn Grove Cottage3403 Southfork Parkway 77578(281) 489-1505 A, AZ

Manuel Assisted Living8903 Harvest Acres 77578(281) 756-8097 A

MEADOWS PLACE

Meadows Place Senior Village 12221 South Kirkwood 77477(281) 240-1932 LAPT, R

MISSOURI CITY

Burnett's Home15718 Noblebriar Ct 77489(281) 416-9588 RC

Optimum Personal Care2021 FM 1092 77459(281) 565-4144 RC

Plantation at Quail Valley2815 Cypress Point 77459(281) 208-4470 R

Plantation Personal Care Home4118 Knight Rd. 77459(281) 431-0994 A, RC, RSP

Quality Living at Murphy Road2029 Murphy Rd 77459(281) 499-7050 RC

Quality Personal Care Home543 Dalewood Dr 77489(281) 438-9231 A


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MONTGOMERY

Silver Hills Assisted Living23164 Landrum Village 77316(936) 597-7377 A, AZ, RC, RSP

NASSAU BAY

Aloha Estates Personal Care HomePrince William Drive 77058(281) 549-4098 RC

NEEDVILLE

Reliable Oaks11750 Padon Rd 77461(832) 282-7363 A

PASADENA

Bayshore Towers Apartments 3219 Burke Road 77504(713) 947-0754 APT, R

Colonial Oaks at Vista4004 Vista Road 77504(713) 941-4663 A, AZ, RSP

Heritage House, LLC3910 Fairmont Parkway 77504(281) 998-8786 A

Parkway Senior Apartments3663 Fairmont Parkway 77504(281) 487-9900 APT

Pine Tree Assisted Living 5128 Pine Avenue 77503(281) 487-3113 A, AZ, RSP

PEARLAND

Autumn Grove Cottage – Pearland3403 Southfork Pwky 77578(713) 870-1393 A, AZ

Colonial Oaks Pearland2940 Cullen Rd 77584(281) 997-2500 A, AZ, RSP

Colonial Oaks at Vista2940 Cullen Parkway 77584(281) 997-2500 A, AZ, RSP

Regal Estates Personal Care Home II3204 Regal Oaks Drive 77581(281) 485-2099 RC

Serenity Homes12623 Bethany Bay Drive 77584(713) 436-4444 RC

The Grace Home2106 Kelly Drive 77581(281) 412-0527 A

The Hampton at Pearland 2121 Scarsdale Boulevard 77581(281) 464-8740 A, AZ, APT, RSP

Trinity Oaks of Pearland 3033 Pearland Parkway 77581(281) 997-8880 A, APT, R

Villages of Towne Lake4055 Village Drive/7918 Broadway 106 77581(281) 997-5533 APT

RICHMOND

A Nurse’s Place5918 Grande Gables Dr 77469(281) 232-9407 RC

Brazos Bend Villa2020 Rocky Falls Rd 77469(281) 342-5252 APT

Faith Personal Care Home3718 Lake Edinburg Ln 77469(281) 762-3381 A, AZ, RC

ROSENBERG

Cambridge Square Retirement Center2700 Ave N 77471(281) 344-8444 A

Kings Arms Apartments1317 Mahlmann St 77471(281) 342-7112 APT

ROSHARON

Three D Management Inc.12811 Pleasant Valley Drive 77583(281) 369-2067 A

SANTA FE

Perfect Solution 4607 Main Street 77510(409) 927-8600 A, RC

SEABROOK

Spirit of Texas Paddlewheeler 3101 Nasa Parkway 77586(832) 864-4003 A

SPRING

Paradise Springs 5600 Cypresswood Drive 77379(281) 205-4166 R

STAFFORD

Jordan House Personal Care12014 Southmeadow Dr 77477(281) 240-4332 RC

Oasis Senior Living 11919 W Airport Blvd 77477(281) 240-1707 A, AZ, RSP

SUGAR LAND

A Country Place Residential Care Home13909 Skyview Dr 77478(281) 787-6791 RC

Atria Sugar Land 1401 Soldiers Field Dr 77479(281) 494-4200 A, RSP

Barton House at Sugar Land3060 Edgewater Dr 77478(281) 313-2500 A, AZ

Colonial Oaks at First Colony 13825 Lexington Blvd 77478(281) 277-0900 A, AZ, RSP

Emeritus at Sugar Land 151 Commerce Green Blvd 77478(281) 491-6257 A, AZ, RSP


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Greatwood Retirement & Assisted Living 7001 Riverbrook 77479(281) 343-8400 A, R

Home Sweet Home Residential Care Facility13218 Nantucket Dr 77478(281) 704-1164 RC

Silverado Senior Living Sugar Land 221 Seventh St 77478(281) 277-1221 A, AZ, RSP

The Terrace at First Colony16900 Lexington Boulevard 77479(281) 903-2000 APT, R

SWEENEY

The Fountains Assisted Living1101 E. Second Street 77480(979) 548-1524 A

TEXAS CITY

Gamble’s Personal Touch Care Home501 North Amburn Road 77591(409) 935-5655 RC

Hearthstone at the Mainland1901 North Amburn Road 77591(409) 935-6620 A, AZ, RSP

HRA Village905 Highway 3N 77591(409) 935-4335 RC

Perfect Solution4607 Main Street 77510(409) 927-8600 RC

The Wood Group5825 E F Lowry Expressway 77591(409) 935-4629 RC

TOMBALL

The Heritage1221 Graham Drive 77375(281) 401-5400 N, RSP

VICTORIA

Hearthstone at Victoria411 East Larkspur 77904(361) 576-0444 A, AZ, RSP

WEBSTER

Baybrook Park 500 W. Texas Avenue 77598(281) 332-6262 LAPT, R

The Terrace780 West Bay Area Blvd 77598(281) 316-9055 R

WEST COLUMBIA

Brooks Manor Apartments444 Jefferson Street 77486(979) 345-5557 APT, R

WHARTON

Hearthstone at Briar Lane ✚1930 Briar Lane 77488(979) 532-5800 A, RSP


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How to find the proper type of Senior Housing and Level of Care*

RETIREMENT HOUSING

Apartment-like facilities that include living essentials such as meals and transportation. These often include facilities for various activities.

ASSISTED LIVING

These facilities are set up to provide residents help with daily activities andalso usually offer some level of healthcare services.

RESIDENTIAL CARE

Non-apartment facilities that provide assistance for residents with medication,hygiene, and simple tasks such as getting dressed. Typically a home setting.

SKILLED NURSING/REHAB

These facilities are licensed and equipped to provide residents with healthcare that meets the needs of more involved medical problems.

ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA ASSISTANCE

Alzheimer’s facilities provide special programs and assistance for those withmemory loss. Some may provide special security measures to prevent residents

from wandering off during periods of disorientation.

RESPITE CARE

Facilities that provide Respite Care offer family and other caretakers areprieve from the stress and work of everyday care of elderly persons who

cannot perform or manage care for themselves.

HOME CARE

Various types of at-home care, both medical and non-medical, that allowseniors to remain in their place of residence rather than having to travel backand forth or be admitted to a medical facility. A cost-effective alternative to

hospital stays or Skilled Nursing facilities.

SENIOR DAY CARE

Facilities that provide for the needs of seniors during daytime hours only.Services typically include meals, social interaction, arts/crafts/entertainment, andstretching/gentle exercise. Centers often accommodate seniors with Alzheimer’s

or Dementia. Day care allows family to go to work or a much needed rest.

HOSPICE CARE

End of life care for the terminally ill, usually via visits in the home or facilityof residence. Focus lies with pain management, comfort, and emotional

support for the individual and family.

CARE MANAGEMENT

Care managers examine their clients’ needs and make recommendationsregarding Home Care providers, the best type of housing for the individual,and other aspects of care that can be daunting for a senior or their family.

These recommendations are orchestrated into a comprehensive plan of care.

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It’s estimated that half of all Alzheimer’s family caregivers experiencedepression. Family caregivers also experience personal health issues,complications in the workplace, fatigue, and stress with other family membersthat result in conflicts and less leisure time.

On the positive side, some family caregivers find that providing care inthe home is beneficial because it gives them a new purpose in their lives,strengthens family relationships, or fulfills commitment to their loved one.

However, providing around-the-clock care requires a great deal of timeand energy, in addition to the financial burden incurred by those providingthis care. These factors can take a significant physical and emotional toll.

As a family caregiver, we must learn to nurture our own needs. The following recommendations provide some coping strategies for these daunting challenges:

Look for support – Many family caregivers withdraw from family and friendsbecause they feel no one understands. It is very helpful and in many cases,therapeutic, for you to join a support group where you can learn from othersthrough sharing your experiences.

Let go of guilt – Let go of “the guilt trip” by realizing a need to temporarilyset aside caregiving responsibilities for a respite.

Nurture the body – Be sure to get enough sleep and eat properly.

Nurture the mind and spirit – Schedule family sessions and discuss anyconflicts that relate to the care of your loved one. Take breaks from caregivingas often as possible by asking other family members to help. Be sure toacknowledge your feeling of loss and grief.

Establish limits – Say no to requests that are beyond your capacity, andsay yes to offers of help with a love one. Remember, you have your ownneeds, too.

For more stress-relieving tips, visit: www.caregiverstress.comSource: “Helping Families Cope: An Alzheimer’s Resource Guide for Family Caregivers” by Joy Glenner,President & Founder, The George G. Glenner Alzheimer’s Family Centers, Inc. for Home Instead Senior Care

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Caregiver ResourcesAgingcare.com 239-594-3202 www.agingcare.comA website and online forum for people caring for their aging parents, allowing caregiversto communicate with each other, post questions, get answers from elder care experts andcaregivers, as well as access news, information and products related to caregiving.

Area Agency on Aging – Information and Assistance (800) 252-9240Harris County (713) 794-9001 (800) 213-8471Houston Galveston (713) 627-3200 (800) 437-7396Montgomery County (936) 756-5828Walker County (936) 295-6151Information, referral assistance, and supplemental services are available.

Caregiving www.caregiving.comA support system for caregivers with a monthly newsletter, tips on how to deal with thestresses of caregiving, and online support groups.

Children of Aging Parents (800) 227-7294 www.caps4caregivers.orgInformation and referral. Quarterly newsletter available with a reasonable membership fee.

LiveOn Network www.liveonnetwork.comAn easy-to-use website offering a wide array of unique, helpful products that can be purchased and shipped with the click of a button.

The Eldercare Locator (800) 677-1116 www.eldercare.govAssistance service is designed to help older persons and caregivers locate local andnational support resources for aging Americans.

National Alliance for Caregiving www.caregiving.org

National Family Caregiver Association (800) 896-3650 www.thefamilycaregiver.orgInformation and support for individuals who provide care for others at any state of theirlives or with any disease or disability.

Caregiver TrainingArea Agency on Aging (800) 252-9240Harris County (713) 794-9001 (800) 213-8471Houston Galveston (713) 627-3200 (800) 437-7396

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The Houston Council on Alcohol and Drugs – Houston, Wellderly Program(713) 942-4100 (877) 777-8829

Caregiver training pertaining to alcohol and medication issues is available.

Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital (281) 929-4199 www.memorialhermann.orgMemorial Hermann Southeast Hospital’s family care-giving classes help families providethe best care possible for a loved one at home. Streamlined one-hour classes, developedby the American Red Cross, will help you enhance your caregiving skills and provide thebest care possible for your love one.

Sheltering Arms Senior Services of the Bay Area(281) 282-6079 www.shelteringarms.org

Provides resources as well as training opportunities for caregivers.

Caregiver InformationAnd Thou Shalt Honor: The Caregiver’s Companion www.andthoushalthonor.orgBetter Business Bureau (to report fraud/scams) 713-341-6141Caring Connections 1-800-658-8898 www.caringinfo.orgChildren of Aging Parents (CAPS) 1-800-227-7294 www.caps4caregivers.orgElder Law Handbook — Houston Bar Association 713-759-1133ElderCare Online www.ec-online.netFamily Caregiver Alliance www.caregiver.orgFamily Caregivers Online www.familycaregiversonline.netFamily Caregiving 101 www.familycaregiving101.orgHouston Gerontological Society www.houstongerontologicalsociety.orgNational Caregivers Library www.caregiverslibrary.orgNational Council on Aging 1-800-424-9046 www.benefitscheckup.orgNational Institute on Aging Info. Ctr. 1-800-222-2225English and Spanish caregiving pubs www.niapublications.orgNational Women’s Health Info. Ctr. 1-800-994-9662

www.4woman.gov/faq/caregiver.htmSeniors-Site.com www.seniors-site.comThe USAA Educational Foundation www.usaaedfoundation.org

Caregiving Education and Support ServicesCouncil for Health Education/Development 1-877-747-1542Free training classes.Gateway to Care – Caregiver Health Promotion

713-783-4616 www.gatewaytocare.orgProgram offers seminars to groups of organizations and caregivers about issues facingthe caregiver such as burnout and stress management techniques and elder mistreatment.Ask for their Caregiver Health Promotion EducatorThe Seniors Place Memory Care Day Center

713-552-0420 www.seniorsplace.orgHelps seniors with early-stage memory loss and their caregivers by offering them programsand support groups. They also will set up family conferences to discuss their progress athome and at the Center.Well Spouse Association 1-800-838-0879 www.wellspouse.orgOffers emotional support through its local support groups, newsletter and round-robin letter chains.

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To twist a saying, a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES)® is not your father’s realestate agent.

Who are SRES Professionals?If you haven’t heard of an SRES, you’re not alone, but with the anticipated needs of an aging population, you’ll be seeing more and more of them. By earning the SRES®

designation, a realtor has demonstrated the necessary knowledge and expertise tocounsel clients age 50+ through major financial and lifestyle transitions involved inrelocating, refinancing, or selling the family home. Your SRES® has received specialtraining, gets regular updates, and is prepared to offer the options and informationneeded in making life changing decisions.

What does an SRES do?An SRES builds a relationship with the homeowner, learning what they need andwhen, and helping them reach that point, whether it involves a move or just modifications to the existing home so the person can age in place.

To find an SRES:www.SeniorsRealEstate.comSelect the “find an SRES” tab.

When it’s time to think about moving,call a Senior Real Estate Specialist.


End-of-Life PlanningNational Hospice and Palliative Care Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 658-8898www.nhpco.org

Caring Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.caringinfo.orgProvides hospice care information; Connects consumers with hospice programs. Furnishes state specific Advance Directive/Power of Attorney forms.

Funerals, Burial and CremationDepartment of Veterans Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 827-1000www.va.govThese services are free to veterans, spouses and their dependents. Please call for benefits and assistance regarding burial and death.

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your desires abouthow you want to betreated in your finaldays through docu-ments that will helpyour family makedecisions about yourcare, based on clearlyexpressed wishes.If you do not have anAdvanced Directive inplace to let your familyand medical personnelknow your wishes,consider contacting anElder Law Attorney toget one. Copies of anAdvanced DirectiveForm can be found onthe Internet as well.

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your desires abouthow you want to betreated in your finaldays through docu-ments that will helpyour family makedecisions about yourcare, based on clearlyexpressed wishes.If you do not have anAdvanced Directive inplace to let your familyand medical personnelknow your wishes,consider contacting anElder Law Attorney toget one. Copies of anAdvanced DirectiveForm can be found onthe Internet as well.

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Funeral Consumer’s Alliance . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 765-0107 (713) 526-4267www.funerals.orgA non-profit organization that tracks legislationdealing with death and funeral issues, advo-cating for consumers who have problems withfuneral providers. Assistance in pre-planningand finding a reasonably priced Funeral.

Galveston County Social Services(281) 316-8733

Indigent burial and cremation services forNorth Galveston county.

Harris County Indigent Burial Program(713) 696-1952

Bereavement counselors assist low-incomefamilies by providing the names of funeralhomes that will work with them on low-costfuneral arrangements.

Samaritan Ministries(281) 589-8936 (800) 383-5334Grief training, resources and support for anyone dealing with grief and bereavementissues. Support and resources regarding theplanning of funerals, plot or cemeteryarrangements and funeral homes are availableto families who have lost a loved one.

Federal Trade Commission(877) 382-4357

Texas Department of Banking (prepaid funerals)(877) 276-5554www.banking.state.tx.us

Texas Funeral Service Commission(512) 936-2474Funeral Home Complaints

Directions for theDisposition of RemainsA person may provide written directions forthe disposition, including cremation, of theirremains in a will, a prepaid funeral contract,

or a written instrument called “Appointmentof Agent to Control Disposition of Remains,”which is signed and acknowledged by theperson who agrees to be responsible for theinternment. A copy can be obtained at:www.tlsc.org/hotline.html, or contact theLegal Hotline for Texans at: (800) 622-2520.

PROCEDURE WHEN THERE ARE NO WRITTENDIRECTIONSUnless a decedent has left directions in writing for the disposition of the decedent'sremains as provided in a will, a prepaidfuneral contract, or a written instrumentsigned and acknowledged by such person,the following persons, in the priority listed,have the right to control the disposition,including cremation, of the decedent'sremains, have a duty to inter the remains, andare liable for the reasonable cost of interment:

1). the person designated in a writteninstrument signed by the decedent;2). the decedent's surviving spouse;3). any one of the decedent's survivingadult children;4). either one of the decedent's survivingparents;5). any one of the decedent's survivingadult siblings or;6). any adult person in the next degree ofkinship in the order named by law to inheritthe estate of the decedent.

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1). an inquest is held, the person conductingthe inquest shall inter the remains, and;2). an inquest is not held, the county inwhich the death occurred shall inter theremains. Any dispute among any of the per-sons listed concerning their right to controlthe disposition, including cremation, of adecedent's remains shall be resolved by acourt of competent jurisdiction.

TO REPORT THE DEATH OF A SOCIALSECURITY BENEFICIARYWhen a Social Security beneficiary dies,report the death to the Social SecurityAdministration as soon as possible. They willrequire the name and Social Security Numberof the deceased, the date and place of death,if there is a surviving spouse or an eligiblechild, and your name and address. A copy ofthe Death Certificate may be required. Youwill be given instructions on handling anyforthcoming Social Security checks. A deathbenefit of $255 is paid to a surviving spouseor eligible child.

Social Security Administration:(800) 772-1213www.socialsecurity.gov

Donor ProgramsIf you are considering donating an organhere are some resources to assist you.Baylor College of Medicine (whole body) (713) 798-3858

Blood Center (713) 790-1200

Donate Life America/Organ and Tissue Donation(800) 355-7427

Health Resources and ServicesAdministration – Organ and Tissue Donation(301) 443-7577

LifeGift(713) 523-4438 (800) 633-6562www.lifegift.orgVolunteers educate the public through speaking engagements on organ donation.

The Living Bank(713) 528-2971 (800) 528-2971www.livingbank.orgRegistry and referral service for committingtissues, bones, or vital organs to transplanta-tion or research. Once organs or tissues areremoved, the body is returned to the family.Lion’s Eye Bank of Texas at Baylor College of Medicine (713) 798-5500

National Kidney Foundation Donor Family Council (800) 622-9010

National Marrow Donor Program(800) 526-7809www.marrow.orgWrite or call for information on how tobecome a bone-marrow donor.

Southwest Transplant Donor Services (800) 201-0527 (409) 762-7255

TX. Dept. of Health Anatomical GiftEducation Program(800) 222-3986www.dshs.state.txu.us/agep

United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS)(800) 292-9548

DONATION OF A BODYIf you wish to donate for medical research,contact the nearest medical school.

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Vital RecordsBIRTH AND DEATH CERTIFICATESTexas Bureau of Vital Statistics(888) 963-7111www.dshs.state.tx.us/vs/

Local Registrars:Brazoria County (County Clerk, Main Office)(979) 864-1355111 E. Locust St., Ste. 200, Angleton, TX 77515Houston Area (281) 756-1355

Fort Bend County (County Clerk)(281) 341-8685301 Jackson Street, Richmond Texas 77469

Galveston County (Health District)(409) 938-72214700 Broadway, Ste C100, Galveston, TX 77551

Montgomery County (County Clerk)(936) 539-7885 210 W. Davis (Hwy 105), Conroe, Texas 77301

Walker County (County Clerk)(936) 436-4922 1100 University Ave., Ste 201, Huntsville, TX 77340

Harris County(713) 794-90708000 North Stadium Drive, Houston TX 77054

Houston Bureau of Vital Statistics(713) 247-1686

Texas Law dictates that both birth anddeath certificates are deemed confidential fora set period of time. Birth certificates areconfidential for 75 years, and death certificatesare confidential for 25 years after the deathhas occurred. If a birth or death certificate isrequested before this period of time elapses,certified copies of these documents can onlybe obtained by a qualified applicant.

A qualified applicant can be an immediatefamily member (by blood or marriage), a legalguardian, or the legal representative of theperson for whom the document is requested.If you are not a qualified applicant, you mayrequest a verification of a birth or death record.

Fees charged for copies of birth and deathcertificates by the different county officesmay vary slightly – contact your local officeabout cost for copies of Birth and DeathCertificates. Certified copies of the birth and death certificates are issued with a state seal andare printed on security paper. Heirloom birthcertificates have a different cost and areprinted on special paper that boasts a designcelebrating Texas. The heirloom certificate($60) is only offered through Austin, Texas.

Funeral homes will supply certified copies ofa death certificate for a small fee if requestedat the time funeral arrangements are made. It is recommended that you get at least twelvecopies of the certificate and notify anyonewith whom the deceased had an account.

VERIFICATION OF BIRTH AND DEATHThe verification of a birth or death record

is NOT a certified copy of the birth or death certificate, but a letter with the person’sname, date of occurrence, county where thebirth or death took place and a state filenumber. Letters may not be available at allbirth and death registrars. Verifications areavailable from 1903 to the present date. Feesfor birth and death verification (for regularmail or walk-in service) range from $22–$30.This fee is non-refundable for records thatare not located. Additional fees will apply forfaxing and overnight services.

Deceased Identity TheftTo avoid identity theft of a deceased person, itis recommended that you take the followingsteps:

• Scale back the obituary—don’t providetoo much information.• Notify banks and creditors.• Contact credit reporting bureaus—request decedent’s credit report and flag as“deceased.”• Report death to Social Security; they will

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flag decedent’s number as inactive.• To remove the deceased name from directmarketing lists, register as Deceased:

Do-Not-Contact Web site: www.dmacon-sumers.org/consumerassistance.html

Grief CounselingGrief counseling can be provided by professionally trained individuals or self-helpsupport groups. Many churches now havegrief support ministries.

AseraCare Hospice(888) 646-8696

Compassionate Care Hospice(713) 667-3247

Dignity Memorial Providers, Grief Materials(713) 862-9622

Hospice Compassus(281) 316-7777

InnerWisdom Counseling Center(713) 592-9292

Memorial Hermann Hospice(281) 784-7520

Silverado Hospice (888) 328-6640

PHASES OF GRIEFThe death of a loved one shakes the veryfoundation of your life. Grief has four distinctphases:

1). Shock and numbness

2). Yearning and searching: Survivors experience separation anxiety and cannotaccept loss.

3). Disorganization and despair: Familymembers feel depressed and find it difficultto plan for the future or concentrate andfocus on anything.

4). Reorganization

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPSAseraCare Hospice(888) 646-8696Barton House/Alzheimer’s Association –Sugar Land(281) 313-2500

Compassionate Care Hospice(713) 667-3247The Compassionate Friends(a self-help support group)(877) 969-0010Chapelwood United Methodist Grief Support(713) 465-3467Compassion and Choices (End-Of-Life support) (800) 247-7421Grace Presbyterian Grief Support(713) 781-7615Hospice Care Team (Brazoria & Galveston Co.)(409) 938-0070Life After Loss (American Cancer Society) (713) 266-2877Lifeline – Support/Social Support Group forwidows/widowers(281) 497-2663L.I.F.T. – Social Support Group forwidows/widowers – Dignity Memorial (713) 862-9622Memorial Drive Presbyterian Grief Support(713) 782-1710Memorial Drive United Methodist Grief Support(713) 468-8356Regency Hospice(281) 316-7777St. Cecilia Grief Support (713) 465-3414Samaritan Ministry (also has a support groupfor caregivers of the sick)(281) 589-8936San Jacinto Methodist Hospital,Baytown, Garth campus(281) 420-8811Silverado Hospice(888) 328-6640

Additional adult bereavement resources can be found at:www.compassionandchoices.orgwww.griefnet.orgwww.groww.orgwww.widownet.org Fi

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How Does Hospice Work?• Hospice care is for any person who has a life-threatening or terminal illness.Most reimbursement sources require a prognosis of six months or less if the illnessruns its normal course. Patients with both cancer and non-cancer illnesses are eligible to receive hospice care. All hospices consider the patient and family together as the unit of care. • The majority of hospice patients are cared for in their own homes or the homes ofa loved one. “Home” may also be broadly construed to include services provided innursing homes, hospitals and prisons. • Typically, a family member serves as the primary caregiver and, when appropriate,helps make decisions for the terminally ill individual. Members of the hospice staffmake regular visits to assess the patient and provide additional care or otherservices. Hospice staff is on-call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Who is the Hospice Team?• Hospice care is a family-centered approach that includes, at a minimum, a teamof doctors, nurses, social workers, counselors, and trained volunteers. They worktogether focusing on the dying patient’s needs; physical, psychological, or spiritual.The goal is to help keep the patient as pain-free as possible, with loved ones nearbyuntil death. The hospice team develops a care plan that meets each patient's individual needs for pain management and symptom control.

How is Hospice Paid for?• Hospice is paid for through the Medicare Hospice Benefit, Medicaid HospiceBenefit, and most private insurers. If a person does not have coverage throughMedicare, Medicaid or a private insurance company, hospices will work with theperson and their family to ensure needed services can be provided.

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Who is Eligible for Medicare Hospice Benefits?Hospice care is covered under Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance). You are eligiblefor Medicare hospice benefits when you meet all of the following conditions:

• You are eligible for Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance), and • Your doctor and the hospice medical director certify that you are terminally ill andprobably have less than six months to live, and • You sign a statement choosing hospice care instead of routine Medicare coveredbenefits for your terminal illness,* and • You receive care from a Medicare-approved hospice program. Please note: Medicare will still pay for covered benefits for any health problemsthat aren’t related to your terminal illness.

What Does Medicare Cover?Medicare covers these hospice services and pays nearly all of their costs:

• Doctor services • Nursing care • Medical equipment (like wheelchairs or walkers) • Medical supplies (like bandages and catheters) • Drugs for symptom control and pain relief • Short-term care in the hospital, including respite and inpatient for pain and symptom management • Home health aide and homemaker services • Physical and occupational therapy • Speech therapy • Social work services • Dietary counseling • Grief support to help you and your family

Please note: You will only have to pay part of the cost for outpatient drugs and inpatient respite care.Respite Care and Medicare?Respite care is care given to a hospice patient by another caregiver so that the usualcaregiver can rest. As a hospice patient, you may have one person who takes care ofyou every day, like a family member. Sometimes your caregiver needs someone totake care of you for a short time while they do other things that need to be done.During a period of respite care, you will be cared for in a Medicare- approved facility,such as a hospice residential facility, hospital, or nursing home.The Medicare Hospice Benefit Does Not Cover the Following:Treatment intended to cure your terminal illness –As a hospice patient, you will receive comfort care to help manage symptoms relatedto your illness. Comfort care includes medications for symptom control and painrelief, physical care, counseling, and other hospice services. Medications not directlyrelated to your hospice diagnosis are not covered under the Medicare HospiceBenefit.

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Hospice team members will consult with the hospice physician and will inform youand your family which drugs and/or medications are covered and which ones are notcovered under the Medicare Hospice Benefit. The Hospice uses medicine, equipment,and supplies to make you as comfortable and pain- free as possible. Under the hos-pice benefit, Medicare won’t pay for treatment to cure your illness. You should talk with your doctor if you are thinking about potential treatment to cureyour illness. As a hospice patient, you always have the right to stop getting hospicecare and receive the “traditional” Medicare coverage you had before electing hospice. Care from another provider that is the same care that you are getting from your hospice –All care that you receive for your illness must be given by your hospice team. You can’t get the same type of care from a different provider unless you change your hospice provider.Nursing Home Room and Board –Room and board aren’t covered by Medicare. You may receive hospice services wherever you live, even in a nursing home, however, the Medicare Hospice Benefitdoes not pay for nursing home room and board.How Do I Begin Receiving Hospice?Anyone can inquire about hospice services. You or your loved one may call a localhospice and request services. The hospice staff will then contact your physician todetermine if a referral to hospice is appropriate. Another way to inquire about hospiceis to talk with your physician, and he or she can make a referral to hospice.Hospice can begin as soon as a ‘referral’ is made by the person’s doctor. Questions to Ask When Choosing a Hospice ProgramHospice care is a philosophy of care that accepts dying as a natural part of life. Whendeath is inevitable, hospice seeks neither to hasten nor postpone it. Below is a list ofquestions you should consider when looking for a hospice program.

• What services are provided? • What kind of support is available to the family/caregiver? • What roles do the attending physician and hospice play? • What does the hospice volunteer do? • How does hospice work to keep the patient comfortable? • How are services provided after hours? • How and where does hospice provide short-term inpatient care? • Can hospice be brought into a nursing home or long-term care facility?

For information and referral, or to locate a Medicare-approved hospice in your area, call:

Hospice Link: 1-800-331-1620National Hospice and Palliative Care Helpline: 1-800-658-8898 or www.nhpco.orgMedicare Helpline: 1-800-633-4227 • 1-877-486-2048 TTYTexas and New Mexico Hospice Organization: 1-800-580-9270Caring Connections – a great website explaining Hospice: www.caringinfo.org


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ANGLETONIPH Hospice Care135 E Hospital Dr(979) 848-8151 ■

BAYTOWNFaith Community Hospice4721 Garth Rd Ste H(281) 422-0414 ■

Harbor Hospice House2450 North Major Dr(281) 427-3800

Hospice Compassus1610 James Bowie(281) 837-9200 ■

BEAUMONTHarbor Hospice of Beaumont2450 North Major Dr(409) 840-5640

Hospice of Texas2900 North St (409) 832-4582 ■▲

Odyssey Healthcare of Beaumont550 Fannin St Ste 1230(409) 212-0020 ■

Professional Health Care2533 Calder(409) 212-0205 ■▲

Southern Care3965 Phelan Blvd Ste 108 (409) 833-8001 ■▲

Texas Home Health Hospice5683 Eastex Freeway(409) 899-1152 ■▲

BELLAIREA-Care Home Health Services5909 West Loop S Ste 570 (713) 665-3338

Houston Solari Hospice Care 6800 W Loop South Ste 250 (713) 664-7120 ■

CLEARLAKEVitas Healthcare of Texas18333 Egret Bay Blvd Ste 550(281) 335-3401 ■▲

CONROEAmerican Hospice3307 W Davis St Ste 100(936) 494-0626

Aseracare Hospice 19221 1-45 S Ste 190(281) 298-0961 ■

Lighthouse Hospice of Conroe200 Riverpointe Dr Ste 300(888) 290-7727 ■

Odyssey Healthcare of Conroe100 I-45 N Ste 300(936) 788-7707 ■

Odyssey Healthcare of Conroe233 I-45 N(936) 539-1400 ■

HOUSTONAmed Community Hospice3535 Briarpark Dr (713) 975-0690

American Hospice11200 Richmond Ave Ste 110(713) 946-6937 ■

American Hospice3222 Burke Rd Ste109B(713) 946-9006 ■

Aseracare Hospice1235 N Loop Ste 215(713) 864-2626 ■

Asperion Hospice of Houston1770 St James PI Ste 330(713) 850-8853 ■▲

Christus VNA Hospice &Palliative Care601 Sawyer Ste 750(713) 630-5555 ■

Compassionate Care Hospice ofHouston2020 N Loop W Ste 140(713) 667-3247 ■▲

East Harris County HospiceServices LLC1313 Holland Ave Ste 2(713) 450-4500 ■

Evercare Hospice & Palliative Care9702 Bissonnet St Ste 2200-W(713) 219-6490 ■

Excellent Homecare ProviderServices6776 SW Freeway Ste 205(713) 780-8738

Faith Hospice9896 Bissonnet St(713) 271-5566

Grace Hospice of Texas340 N Sam Houston Pkwy E Ste 101(281) 442-8200 ■▲

Group Care Hospice12121 Richmond Ave. Ste 416(281) 493-9744 ■

Gulf Coast Hospice of Houston9555 W. Sam Houston Parkway SSte 333(713) 772-2700 ■

Heart to Heart Hospice of Houston12929 Gulf Freeway Ste 300(713) 984-2100

Heart to Heart Hospice of Houston400 N Sam Houston Pkwy Ste 310(713) 984-2370

Hospice & Palliative Care of Texas7211 Regency Sq Blvd(713) 975-6200

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Hospice Compassus1770 St. James Place Ste 330(713) 850-8853

Hospice Compassus11221 Richmond Ave(281) 493-1655

Houston Hospice5206 FM 1960 W Ste 104(281) 587-2218

Houston Hospice1905 Holcombe Blvd(713) 467-7423 ■▲

Houston Hospice & Palliative Care1880 Dairy Ashford Ste 330(713) 468-2441 ■

Inter Active Hospice Services10530 Rockley Rd Ste 100-A(281) 892-2000 ■

Life's Solutions Hospice Care8989 Westheimer Ste 200(713) 821-3000 ■

Memorial Hermann Hospice16538 Air Center Blvd. #200(281) 784-7520

Odyssey Healthcare of Houston2636 S. Loop W Ste 210(713) 592-5600 ■

QStaff Hospice17300 Saturn Ln Ste III(281) 204-8944

Peaceful Tranquility1610 Blodgett(713) 668-9595

Resolutions Hospice8305 Knight Rd(832) 588-6083 ■▲

Samaritan Care Hospice1770 St. James Place Ste 330(713) 850-8853 ■▲

Silverado Hospice13810 Champions Forest Ste 150(888) 328-6640 ■▲

Skyline Medical Services12623 Laleu Ln(832) 276-0291

VistaCare7407 North Freeway(713) 696-3000

VistaCare Family Hospice701 N Post Oak Rd Ste 101(713) 290-1746 ■▲

Vitas Healthcare of Texas4848 Loop Central Dr Ste 650(713) 663-7777 ■

Vitas Healthcare of Texas3845 FM 1960 Ste 390 (281) 895-6351

KATYResolutions Hospice21720 Kingsland Blvd Ste 304(281) 579-5690

KINGWOODHealth Solutions Hospice2807 Kings Crossing Blvd Ste 215C(281) 361-0715

LAKE JACKSONHelping Hands & Hearts Hospice412 Plantation Dr.(979) 297-3775 ■

Hospice Care Team107 W. Way St Ste 29(979) 297-6043

LEAGUE CITYHospice Compassus1100 Gulf Frwy Ste 122(281) 316-7777 ■

ORANGESoutheast Texas Hospice912 W Cherry(409) 886-0622 ■

PASADENAAmed Community Hospice4008 Vista (713) 947-6200 ■

RICHMONDKristel Healthcare Services301 S 9th St(281) 633-2800

SUGAR LANDParagon Hospice3531 Town Center Blvd S(281) 277-1131

Paragon Hospice & Palliative Care13515 Southwest Freeway Ste 209(281) 277-1151

Promed Home Health Services13313 Southwest Freeway(281) 437-8900

TEXAS CITYAmed Community Hospice8901 Emmett F Lowry ExpwySte B (409) 935-0169 ■

Hospice Care Team1708 Amburn Rd Ste C(800) 545-8738 ■

TOMBALLLighthouse Hospice14011 Park Dr Ste 201(281) 290-7727 ■

Sunset Hospice1420 Rudel(281) 290-7600


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Liberty Dayton Community DayCenter Activity #2 ✖802 Hanson Road Cleveland, TX 77327 (936) 334-8888

Wakefield Adult Day Care Center ▲314 S. San Jacinto Cleveland, TX 77327 (281) 659-4872

HoustonA and M Senior Village Inc ✖3917 Anderson Rd, Houston, TX 77053 (713) 433-7317

Adult Town Daycare 4450 S. Wayside Dr, Houston, TX 77087 (713) 645-2300

All About Seniors Adult Day Care 4800 W 34th St Ste C-54 Houston, TX 77092 (713) 812-8998

Amazing Place ✖2714 JoanelHouston, TX 77027 (713) 552-0420

Bering Care Center Adult Day Care ■1429 Hawthorne Houston, TX 77006 (713) 520-7070

Caring Place Adult Day Care Center ✖6717 Stuebner Airline Ste 213 Houston, TX 77091 (713) 692-6061

Corporate Senior (Chinese seniors only)

9630 Clairwood Houston, TX 77036 (713) 777-5123

Daybreak Adult Day Care Center ▲9000 SW Freeway, #400Houston, TX 77074 (713) 270-0764

Elite Medserve Inc ▲8405 Almeda Genoa Houston, TX 77075 (713) 987-9000

Garden Oaks Adult Activity Center ✖905 W 34th Street Houston, TX 77018 (713) 868-1515

Johnson & Johnson Activities Inc ▲4400 Town Plaza Suite 100Houston, TX 77045 (713) 723-2090

Liberty Island Adult Day Care Center9009 Boone RoadHouston, TX 77099 (281) 530-0000

Love & Joy Rehab Adult Center ▲11626 Cullen Ste BHouston, TX 77047 (713) 733-6900

Nixon Adult Day Center ▲3719 LynnfieldHouston, TX 77016 (713) 633-4700

Northline Adult Day Care Center ▲3910 North Freeway Bldg LHouston, TX 77022 (713) 699-1580

SRG Listings: Adult Day Care Centers

▲ Individuals with Alzheimers/Memory Disorders currently accepted

✖ Individuals with Alzheimers/Dementia accepted in early stages only

■ Only Individuals with HIV currently accepted

All listed facilities provide transportation and serve breakfast and lunch.

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Old Yale Adult Day Center ✖4414 Old YaleHouston, TX 77018 (713) 695-6100

Pinnacle Adult Center Inc ▲3321 Dixie DriveHouston, TX 77021 (713) 440-0913

Secure Day Activity and Health CareFacility ▲3008 BlodgettHouston, TX 77004 (713) 807-1999

Sheltering Arms Day Care Center ▲3838 Aberdeen WayHouston, TX 77025 (713) 667-2840

South Texas Adult Day Activity Center ▲6011 Telephone RoadHouston, TX 77087 (713) 645-4900

Sunnyside Adult Day Care8423 Almeda RdHouston, TX 77054 (713) 748-7370

Sunshine Community Center Chinese/

6501 Westline Dr. Vietnamese

Houston, TX 77036 (713) 988-2843

The Center Serving Persons withMental Retardation3550 W. DallasHouston, TX 77019 (713) 525-8306

The Lighthouse for the Blind of Houston3602 West DallasHouston, TX 77019 (713) 527-9561

KingwoodSarah Care ▲23972 Highway 59 NorthKingwood, TX 77339 (281) 361-7000

LibertyLiberty Dayton Community DayActivity ✖1801 Grand AvenueLiberty, TX 77575 (936) 334-8888

RosenbergCaring People, LTD ✖914 Frost StreetRosenberg, TX 77471 (281) 344-9911

SpringOdyssey TLC Adult Day Ctr ▲744 FM 1960 W, Ste BHouston, TX 77090 (281) 370-2200

Tender Senior Care ▲18303 Strack DriveSpring, TX 77379 (281) 370-2200

StaffordIt's Heaven, LLC ▲1250 Texas Parkway, Ste HStafford, TX 77477 (281) 403-5200

Texas CityGalveston County Day Care Center ✖2120 Texas AvenueTexas City, TX 77590 (409) 945-4414

TomballThe Heritage at Tomball Adult Day Care ▲1221 Graham DrTomball, TX 77375 (281) 401-5400

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SRG Listings: Senior Centers* Greater Houston Area

AlvinAlvin Senior Center309 W. Sealy(281) 585-4677 ■

AngletonClassic Care Adult Daycare509 N Downing, Suite B(979) 549-0830

BacliffBacliff Community Center4503 11th Street(281) 316-8822 ■

BaytownBaytown Senior Citizens Center4102 Main St(281) 420-5735 ■

JD Walker Community Centers7613 Wade Road(281) 426-3551 ■

Senior Citizens Nutrition Center3900 N Main(281) 427-2145 ■

BellaireSenior Adult Services7008 S. Rice Ave.(713) 662-8290

Bridge CityBridge City Senior Center101 Park Side Drive(409) 735-7773

ChannelviewPrecinct 2 Community Center16003 Lorenzo Street(281) 457-1810

Clear LakeClear Lake City CommunityAssociation16511 Diana Lane(281) 488-0360 ■

ConroeFriendship Recreation Center1202 Callahan Avenue(936) 756-5828 ■ ▲

Deer ParkEM Maxwell Adult Center1201 Center St.(281) 478-7276 ■

DickinsonDickinson Senior Center2714 Hwy. 3(281) 534-4091 ■

FresnoMustang Community Center4521 FM 521 Rd.(281) 431-0776 ■

FriendswoodFriendswood Senior Center416 Morningside(281) 482-8441 ■

GalvestonGalveston County Senior CitizensProgram2201 Avenue L.(409) 770-6263 ■

Libby's Place2803 53rd Street(409) 741-2538 ■

GrovesGroves Senior Citizens5649 W. Washington(409) 963-1036 ■

HoustonAcres Home Multi-Service Center6719 W. Montgomery Rd.(713) 694-4165 ■

Barbara Jordan6400 Winfield Road(713) 440-1587

Bay Area Senior Center1300 Bay Area Blvd.(281) 282-6073 ■

Beall Village4463 N. McGregor(713) 747-6684 ■

Corporate Senior Center9630 Clarewood Dr.(713) 777-5123 ■

Denver Harbor Senior Center6402 Market(713) 672-6395 ■

Deussen Senior Center12303 Sonnier Street(281) 454-4108 ▲

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Doss Community Center2500 Frick Rd.(281) 448-8808

Golden Age Hobby House2805 Winbern(713) 526-2641

Finnigan Center4900 Providence Street(713) 678-7385

Hardy Senior Center11901 W. Hardy(281) 260-6772

Hertitage Hall Senior Citizens Center1025 Oates Rd.(713) 675-4487 ■

Hobbe House Senior Program2020 Winbern Street(713) 526-2641 ■

Independence Heights CommunityCenter603 E. 35th Street(713) 867-0373

Interfaith Ministries for GreaterHouston3217 Montrose Boulevard(713) 520-4640 ■

James Driver Community Center10918 1/2 Bently(281) 442-7950

Jewish Community Center5601 South Braeswood Boulevard(713) 729-3200 ■

Julia Hester House2020 Solo(713) 672-6436 ■

JW Peavy Senior Center3814 Market(713) 238-2237 ■

Leon Grayson Community Center13828 Corpus Christi(713) 455-3660 ■

Lincoln Senior Center979 Grenshaw Street(281) 445-1617

Magnolia7037 Capitol(713) 928-9590 ■

May Community Center2100 Wolf Rd.(281) 324-3373 ■

Harbach-Ripley Neighborhood Center6225 Northdale St.(713) 641-6321 ■

Neighborhood Inc.West End SeniorCenter170 Heights Blvd.(713) 803-1067 ■

North Central Senior Program9718 Clark Road(713) 695-3167 ■

Pilgram Community Center3118 Blodgett Street(713) 524-0709 ■

Riley Chambers Community Center808 1/2 Magnolia(281) 328-4713 ■

Ripley House Senior Center4410 Navigation(713) 315-6400

Senior Citizens Center2500 Campbell Street(713) 228-7543 ■

Sunnyside Community Center3502 Belfort(713) 734-5061

Sunnyside Multi-purpose Center4605 Wilmington Street Ste. 138(713) 738-0988 ■

Tom Bass Community Center15108 Cullen Boulevard(713) 733-3717 ■

Tracy Gee Community Center3599 Westcenter Drive(713) 266-8193

Tri-Community Senior Center9525 Clinton(713) 671-9317 ■

Wesley Community Center1410 Lee(713) 223-8131 ■

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HumbleBorderville YWCA Senior Center19301 Hightower Ln(281) 319-4909 ■

Humble Area Activity Center1401 S. Houston Ave.(281) 540-7442 ■

KatyWoodlands Park Recreation Center443 Danover(281) 391-4414 ■

La MarqueJohnson Community Center4102 FM 519(409) 934-8148 ■

La PorteSenior Service Center1322 S. Broadway(281) 470-9897 ■

LibertySenior Citizens Center2000 Panther Ln(936) 336-7265 ■

LumbertonLumberton Senior Citizens Center140 E. Chance Rd(409) 755-2230 ■

MagnoliaMagnolia CommunityBuilding/Friendship Center31355 Industrial Park Lane(281) 252-3852 ■ ▲

MontgomeryFriendship Center 102 Liberty St., @FM 149(936) 597-6434 ■ ▲

NederlandMid County Senior Center914 Boston Ave(409) 727-5230 ■

NeedvilleNeedville Senior Center9018 Church St.(979) 793-6000 ■

New CaneyFriendship CenterA.V. Sallas County Park21679 McClesky Rd.(281) 354-1223

PasadenaHarris County Community Center7340 Spencer Highway(281) 479-4232 ▲

Madison Jobe Senior Center1700 E. Thomas St.(713) 477-0175

The Salvation Army2732 Cherrybrook Lane(713) 378-0020 ■

Port ArthurPort Arthur Senior Citizens Center1308 9th Ave.(409) 983-8108 ■

Santa FeSanta Fe Senior Center4605 Peck St.(409) 925-3342 ■

SeabrookBay Area Community Centers5002 E. Nasa Parkway(281) 326-2955

SilsbeeDauphin Senior Center1104 N. Main Street(409) 385-3253 ■

StaffordTri-Cities Senior Center10435 Greenbough Dr.(281) 261-1347

Sugar LandSugar Land Senior Center200 Matlage Way(281) 275-2885 ■

The WoodlandsThe Friendship Center2235 Lake Robbins Dr(281) 292-6353 Ext.4 ■ ▲

W. ColumbiaColumbia Christian Senior Citizen Ctr.629 E. Bernard St.(979) 345-5955 ■

WillisThe Friendship CenterN. Montgomery Cnty. Community Ctr.600 Gerald St. (936) 756-5828 ■ ▲

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Lou Gehrig’s Disease affects more than 36,000Americans. Help ‘Strike out ALS.’

713-942-2572 866-778-2572www.alsa-houston.org

The ALS Association, Greater HoustonChapter supports patients, families,and caregivers in 32 counties in SE Texas:

Services Include:

• ALS Clinic at Baylor College of Medicine• The Care Connection Support Group• Equipment Loan Program• Respite Care Program• Education Programs• Patient Care Management


Resources

Events&DatesEvents&Dates

Interfaith’s Senior Services Events and Volunteer Opportunities

Interfaith of The Woodlands offers many ways for individuals andfamilies to be involved and volunteer their time to help others. To inquire

about ongoing volunteer opportunities (V), please contact Andrea at832.615.8221 or [email protected]. To participate in

any events (E) below, please contact Interfaith’s Senior Services at281.367.1230.

Grocery Delivery (Tanglebrush Villa, Harvestwood, Copperwood)

(E) (V): February 18, March 24, April 14, May 12, June 16, July 14,

August 18, September 15, October 20, November 17, December 15

February 20 Interfaith and Interfaith Carepartners®

Caregiver Conference (V)

February 23 Senior Grocery Enrollment @ Tamarac Pines (E) (V)

February 27 Senior Shred Day @ The Woodlands College ParkHigh School (E)

March 6 Serving Our Seniors “SOS” Day of Service (E) (V)

September 12 Financial Peace University class @ TWUMC(Interfaith Sponsors) (E)

September 18 Interfaith and Interfaith Carepartners®

Caregiver Conference (E) (V)

September 25 Senior Community Games @McCullough Jr. High (E) (V)

October 16 “SOS” Day of Service (E) (V)

October 26 Holiday Enrollment Begins for Seniors (E)

December 4 Food Bagging Day (V)

December 11 Wrap A Thon (V)

December 13-18 Senior Gift Delivery & Holiday Parties (V)


DISABLED PARKING PERMITS – To obtain a parking permit:• Harris County 713-368-2153• Montgomery County 936-539-7896• Walker County 936-436-4950• Q&A on Disabled Parking Permits

and Permit Applications for download www.dot.state.tx.us(select SERVICES, then select VEHICLE REGISTRATION)

DRIVING CLASSES• Memorial Hermann 713-222-2273• AARP Online Driving Course – designed as a refresher course where you can learnthe effects of aging and driving and how to adjust your driving.

www.aarp.org• AARP 55 AliveSafe Driving Classes 888-227-7669

www.aarp.org/driveCall the hotline or access the website for the dates and locations of the classes in your area.

AAA FOUNDATION FOR TRAFFIC SAFETYwww.aaafoundation.org • www.SeniorDrivers.org

Safety and concentration tips; Information for caregivers on “Giving Up Keys”

DRIVERS LICENSINGConroe

2 Hilbig Street, Conroe, TX 77301 936-442-2810Houston

4545 Dacoma, Houston, TX 77092-8613 713-683-054110503 Grant Road, Houston, TX 77070-4407 281-890-5440

Houston Vantage Parkway East15403 Vantage Pkwy E Ste 300, Houston, TX 77032

281-449-2685Houston Tidwell

8825 Tidwell, Houston, TX 77078-3300 713-633-9872Humble

7710 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble, TX 77338-5801 281-446-3391

Huntsville501 IH45 Rt 10, Huntsville 77320 936-295-1578

License Renewal and Identification CardsTexas Department of Public Safety

281-517-1200713-683-0541

www.txdps.state.tx.us

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DRIVING INFORMATION AND RESOURCESAuto Safety Hotline 888-327-4236

www.nhtsa.dot.gov This Hotline takes complaints and provides callers with information on automobilesafety recalls, crash test results, fuel economy ratings, and other consumer informationrelated to operating and maintaining a vehicle.

Disability – Adapted Vehicle Modification Resources/Tax ExemptionFreedom Wheels, Inc 713-864-1460

Declining Driving Skills – How to Limit or Stop Unsafe DriversAARP 888-227-7669

www.aarp.org/drive

DriveWell Program an educational seminar developed by American Society on Aging and theSafety Administration to promote older driver safety and mobility in the localcommunity.

713-858-0552

EMERGENCY MOTORIST ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEMotorist Assistance Program (MAP)

Free assistance to motorists stranded on major freeways inside Houston citylimits due to overheating, flat tires, or dry gas tanks.

713-225-5627Patron Emergency Assistance Team (PEAT)

Free assistance to motorists stranded due to overheating/flat tires/dry gastanks on the Houston area toll ways.

713-222-7328Safe Clear Program

Dispatches a registered wrecker to assist stranded motorists on major freeways within Houston city limits; changing flat tire or towing to nearest gas station within five miles is free.

713-884-3131Air Check

Texas Repair and ReplacementAssistance Program provides financialassistance for low-income vehicle ownerswhose vehicles have failed the emission test.Houston/Galveston Area Council

832-681-2527www.hgac.com/HGAC/Programs

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Abandoned Animal Rescue – Tomball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 290-0121http://aarescue.com

American Brittany Rescue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) BRIT911www.americanbrittanyrescue.com

Houston Area Dog and Cat Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 441-5503www.petfinder.com

Humane Society of Montgomery County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-3914http://hsmc-conroe.petfinder.org

South Texas Animal Adoption Resource . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 392-0927www.staarnet.org

Special Pals (Pet Adoption) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 579-PETSwww.specialpalsshelter.org

Case managers assist senior adults. After an assessment is done, the areas ofconcern are fully identified. The case manager then helps arrange for servicesand finds resources.Alzheimer’s Association, Southeast Texas Chapter . . . . . . . . . (713) 314-1343Asia American Family Services (mental health) . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 339-3688Catholic Charities of Diocese of Galveston-Houston. . . . . . . . (713) 526-4611

www.catholiccharities.orgFamily Services of Greater Houston. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 861-4849Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels and Much Much More . (281) 633-2162

(Includes Waller County)Fort Bend Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 342-7300Gulf Coast Community Services Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 393-4700Harris County Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 794-9001Houston/Galveston Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 627-3200Harris County Social Services Senior Assistance Program . . . (713) 696-7900Interfaith of the Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 367-1230Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 533-4900Jewish Family Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 667-9336Lighthouse of Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 527-9561

(for the blind and visually impaired)Montrose Counseling Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 529-0037

Gay & Lesbian – limited grant funding availableThe Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828

www.tfc-seniorservices.org

Low-Cost or Sliding-Scale Dental CareBering Dental Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 524-7933

(HIV positive only)Dental Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 529-3260

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El Centro — Eastwood Clinic (per capita income: $9,634) . . . (713) 926-6229Good Neighbor Health Care Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 529-3260Greater Houston Dental Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 961-4337

Refers seniors to dentists who offer patients 65+ discounted services.Harris County Hospital District Dental Appointment Center . . (713) 526-4243

(Gold Card only)Harris County Hospital District Dental Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 757-0572

(Current clients)Lyndon B. Johnson Oral Surgery Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 566-5080Pasadena Community Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 554-0510San Jose Clinic (must be screened for eligibility) . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 228-9411Second Mile (Fort Bend County) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 261-9199

Free dental care, including dentures, by appointment (must qualify)UT Dental Branch Emergency Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 500-4446

Arrive by 7:15 a.m.; closed Thurs., $60 cashUT Dental Branch Medically Complex Patient Clinic. . . . . . . . (713) 500-4296

Clients who are handicapped, geriatric, or chronically illUT Dental School Patient Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 500-4000

www.db.uth.tmc.edu • discounted services – 1/3 cost

Information and Referral for Those with DisabilitiesAdvocacy, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 974-7691

Provides advocacy and legal services for the disabled (800) 880-0821Brazoria County Center for Independent Living V/TTY . . . . . (979) 849-7060Fort Bend County Center for Independent Living . . . . . . . . . . (281) 980-2219Harris County Area Agency on Aging - Benefits Counselors . . (713) 794-9001

(800) 213-8471Harris County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-7900

Provides services for the disabled including employment, case management, transportation, financial assistance, and referral assistance.

Houston Center for Independent Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 974-4621TTY (713) 974-2703

Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities Citizens’ Assistance Office (713) 837-9061Pedestrian Accessibility Review (PAR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 837-9061

Provides sidewalks, curb cuts, and traffic signal installation for disabled persons without a safe path of travel.

The Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (619) 222-8735www.blvd.comOnline resource directory of products and services for the physically challenged

Disability-Adapted Vehicle Modification ResourcesDisabled Parking Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 368-2153

www.dot.state.tx.us Permanent disabled person placards are valid for four years and temporarily disabled person placards are valid for no more than six months. Applications may be obtained from the Internet

Freedom Wheels, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 864-1460Great American Scooter Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (832) 445-0956

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Handicaps Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 782-4335National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association . . . . . . . . . (800) 833-0427Housing for the DisabledMayor’s Office for People with Disabilities Citizens’ Assistance Office (713) 837-9061National Accessible Apartment Clearinghouse . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 421-1221

Can provide a list of member apartment complexeswww.accessibleapartments.org

National Apartment Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 518-6141Serves the rental housing needs of the public • www.naahq.org/naac

The Salvation Army William Booth Garden Apartments . . . . (713) 692-4186For elderly, disabled and handicapped persons. Residents live independently,but benefit from lower rents. MUST be 62 or older. www.SalvationArmyHouston.org

U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 718-3199www.hud.gov/apps/section8List of subsidized apartments in greater Houston area

In-Home Services, Medication, Medical Equipment, and SuppliesProject Mend, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 903-6363

Provides durable medical equipment such as wheelchairs, crutches, hospital beds, and bedside commodes. Eligible individuals may then borrow this equipment for as long as necessary at no charge. • www.projectmend.org

Texas DADS In-Home and Family Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-8053Assistance with the cost of medication, medical supplies, durable medical equipment, home modifications, METROLift tickets for doctor’s visits, and attendant

BloodBlood Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 790-1200Computers and EquipmentTechs & Trainers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 839-7177

www.techsandtrainers.org • refurbish computers for seniors/disabledEyeglassesThe Lions Eye Bank of Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 798-5545FoodCommunity Family Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 923-2316Houston Food Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 223-3700Montgomery County Emergency Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(936) 539-9211Target Hunger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 226-4953Hearing AidsHear Now . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 648-4327Hear-Say . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 665-8987

Office hours are by appointment onlyMedical EquipmentProject Mend, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 903-6363

www.projectmend.org • Accepts and reconditions donations of medical equipment

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Organ/Tissue/BrainLifegift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 523-4438

(800) 633-6562Living Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 961-9431

Organ donor registry (800) 528-2971Resale Shops—Clothing, Furniture, Household ItemsBear Creek Thrift Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 855-0014

www.impactforlifecampus.orgCharity Guild Resale Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 529-0995Ft Bend Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 633-2162Goodwill Industries of Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 692-6221Habitat for Humanity’s Restores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 643-1100

Building supplies, appliancesHouston Junior Forum Resale Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 868-6970Locks of Love – creates wigs from donated hair . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 896-1588Memorial Assistance Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 468-4516

www.maministries.orgNorthwest Assistance Ministries — Second Chance Resale Store .(281) 880-9000Penny Wise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 342-5004Second Blessing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 780-2727

www.whamministries.orgSecond Mile (Fort Bend County) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 261-9199St. Vincent De Paul Society (to arrange for donations) . . . . . .(713) 664-6350The Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(936) 756-5828

If you suspect Elder Abuse, contact your local County Attorney’s Office.Texas Adult Protection Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 252-5400Report Elder Abuse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_ProtectionRCC (Resource Crisis Center) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (409) 763-1441Financial Exploitation - To receive help because of financial abuseFamily and Protective Services Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 252-5400

www.txabusehotline.orgTexas Attorney General – Consumer Protection Division . . . (713) 223-5886

At times, consumer advocates can help seniors (800) 621-0508resolve local, financial exploitation problems • www.oag.state.tx.us

11 News Defenders: (fax only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 284-1093 e-mail: [email protected]

Nursing Home AbuseAbuse.com – nursing home reports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.abuse.comLong-Term Care Ombudsman Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 500-9931

(800) 296-2606Texas Advocates for Nursing Home Residents . . . . . . . . . . . . (512) 719-4757

www.tanhr.orgTexas DADS—Consumer Rights and Services Hotline . . . . . . . (800) 252-8016The Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828

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Emergency & Disaster ServicesAmerican Red Cross Disaster Service – Houston Chapter . . . (713) 526-8300

Conroe Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-2212www.redcross.org/services/disaster

Baytown Resource/Assistance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 424-5752Catholic Charities—Guadalupe Center: City of Houston . . . . . (713) 227-9981City of Houston Customer Response Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311

6:00 a. m. – midnightEast Harris County Salvation Army . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 378-0020

Limited basic emergency services including emergency food, clothing, one-time basic emergency assistance for non-narcotic medications, rent and utility assistance.

Emergency Aid Coalition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 528-3663Clothing, food, and rent assistance • www.eachouston.org

First Baptist Church Benevolent Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 957-5863Ft. Bend Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 342-7300Gulf Coast Community Services Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 393-4700

Provides emergency food, clothing, prescription vouchers, emergency rental assistance. www.gccsa.org

Harris County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-7900www.ss.hctx.net

Interfaith of the Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 367-1230www.woodlandsinterfaith.org

Matthew 25 at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 747-7101Inside 610 Loop only

Montgomery County Emergency Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 539-9211www.mcea-tx.org

Salvation Army – Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 752-0677Salvation Army – Alvin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 585-4516

Limited basic emergency services including one-time prescription assistance for non-narcotic medication under $50. Rent and utility assistance.

South Houston Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 947-7700St. Vincent De Paul Society (most zip codes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 741-8234Texas Department of Transportation Highway Department. . (713) 802-5000Texas/United Way Helpline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1-1Wesley Community Center (City of Houston). . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 223-8131

www.wesleyhousehouston.orgEmergency Financial Assistance Baytown Resource/Assistance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 424-5752

www.baytown.orgCatholic Charities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 526-4611Houston First Baptist Church Benevolent Program . . . . . . . . . (713) 957-5863

Appointments: Mon–Thurs, 8–11AMFt. Bend Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 342-7300Interfaith of the Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 367-1230Matthew 25 at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 747-7101

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Montgomery County Emergency Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 539-9211Salvation Army (Harris County) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 752-0686St. Vincent De Paul Society (most zip codes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 741-8234Wesley Community Center (City of Houston). . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 223-8131

Adaptive Aids and Programs for the Deaf and Hard of HearingAlley Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 228-8421Career and Recovery Resources, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 754-7000

TTY (713) 754-7047Communication Axess Ability Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 807-1176Hearing Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 855-8916

V/TTY (281) 855-8917Houston Grand Opera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 546-0200

Request the Infrared Listening SystemHouston Public Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(832) 393-1313

www.hpl.lib.tx.us TDD (832) 393-1539The Access Center offers full library services to the hearing-impaired. Through the use of adaptive technology, patrons access the library’s catalogue,databases, and the Internet. The eBook Center allows customers to downloadelectronic books, including bestsellers and research information. You must apply for a Power Card to access this service.

International Hearing Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 521-5247Nightingale Adult Day Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 981-1543Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(512) 407-3250

TTY (512) 407-3251“Open-Captioned” Video Lending Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 237-6213

www.cfv.org TTY (800) 237-6819The National Association of the Deaf Captioned Media Program has a free video lending program for registered Level 2 members(“open-captioned” video delivered to your home).

Sign Shares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 869-4373www.signshares.com

Specialized Telecommunications “STAP” Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .V/TTY (713) 807-1176

Eligible Texans may receive a voucher that can be exchanged for specialized telephone equipment at no charge

Texas Hearing and Service Dogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 839-3647Wortham Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 237-1439Free, Low-cost, or Sliding Scale Hearing Exams and Hearing AidsDepartment of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services . . . . . . .(713) 948-7960(Division for Blind Services)

www.dars.state.tx.us/dbs/index.shtmlHarris County Hospital District Appointment Desk . . . . . . . . .(713) 526-4243Hear Now . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 648-4327Hear-Say . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 665-8987University of Houston Speech and Hearing Clinic . . . . . . . . . .(713) 743-2898Medicaid Hearing Exams (Texas HHSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 252-8263

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OrganizationsBetter Hearing Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 327-9355

Provides free info on hearing professionals, hearing aids, and assistive technologyHearing Aid Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 521-5247

International Hearing SocietyHearing Loss Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.hearingloss.orgHouston Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Senior Citizen Program . .(713) 981-1543Relay Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 735-2989

www.puc.state.tx.us/relay/relay/calltypes.cfm or 711Telephone-interpreting service for hearing or speech impaired

Talking Book Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 252-9605www.texastalkingbooks.org

Texas Hearing & Service Dogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 839-3647www.servicedogs.org • Provides dogs for physically disabled or deaf

Specialized References for the Hard-of-HearingAmerican Academy of Audiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.audiology.orgAmerican Speech-Language-Hearing Association . . . . . . . . . . . .www.asha.orgAssociation of Late-Deafened Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.alda.orgBetter Hearing Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 327-9355

Booklets on hearing loss issues • www.betterhearing.orgInternal Revenue Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .TTY (800) 829-4059 International Hearing Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 521-5247Technology for the deaf and hard-of-hearing . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 726-0851

www.adcohearing.comSupport GroupsHouston Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Senior Citizen Program . .(713) 981-1543

Organizations: General AssistanceBrazoria County Community Action Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 849-2928City of Houston Emergency Repair Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 868-8400Eldercare Locator (Magnolia) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 677-1116Faith in Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 692-8730Fort Bend Corps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 313-2677

www.fbcorps.orgHarris County Community Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 578-2000

Septic systems/water wellsHarris County Public Health Lead Paint Control Program . . .(713) 439-6369 Housing Resource Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 578-2055

www.hrc.hctx.netHouston Galveston Area Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . .(713) 627-3200Humble Area Assistance Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 446-3663

[email protected] ext. 240Interfaith Care Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 682-5995

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Interfaith Senior Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 367-1230Program for Human Services Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 886-0125Rebuilding Together-Houston Volunteer Home Repair Program (exterior only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 659-2511Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers (Southwest only) . . . . . . . . . .(713) 772-8181West University Senior Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 662-5895

(W. University residents only)RoofsCity of Houston Emergency Repair Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 868-8400Fort Bend Corps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 313-2677

www.fbcorps.orgSafety Modifications for Independent Living Simple modification to your bathroom, kitchen, or other home areas, such asgrab bars, handrails, wheelchair ramps, fire extinguishers and smoke alarmscan reduce home accidents.Gulf Coast Community Services Safety and Security Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 393-4700

Inspects homes for safety and security hazards, installs wheelchair ramps, carbon monoxide detectors, smoke alarms and fire extinguishers. Replaces entry doors and broken windows.

Fort Bend Corps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 313-2677www.fbcorps.org

In-Home and Family Support Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 696-8053WeatherizationBrazos Valley Community Action Agency (BVCAA) . . . . . . . . .(979) 846-1100Sheltering Arms Weatherization Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 956-1888

Energy efficiency measures include caulking, weather stripping, insulation and assessment of appliances.

Aid to Families (Harris County only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 522-0667Financial Assistance with Mortgage or Rent Payment

Community Development Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 864-1710Low Income Housing

Associated Catholic Charities – Galveston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 762-2062www.catholiccharities.org • Rent Assistance

Baytown Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 427-6686Section 8 Voucher Program

Brazoria County Community Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 849-2928Low Income Housing

Brazoria County Housing Agency and Welfare Department . .(281) 756-1427Low-income housing placement, rental assistance andhelp with utility bills for Brazoria county residents.

Brazoria County Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 864-1427Low Income Housing

Fort Bend Social Services (Fort Bend only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 342-7300Financial Assistance with Mortgage or Rent Payment

Ft. Bend Coalition for Independent Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 980-2219www.coalitionforbarrierfreeliving.comInfo & referral, peer support, care coordination, advocacy, and training

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Ft. Bend County Community Development Block Grants . . .(281) 341-4410Deferred loans for housing rehab/repair

Galveston Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 765-1900Section 8 Voucher Program

Gulf Coast Community Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 393-4700Foreclosure counseling; Financial Assistance with Mortgage or Rent Payment

Harris County Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 578-2100Section 8 Voucher Program

Harris County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 696-7900Financial Assistance with Mortgage or Rent Payment

Housing Authority of City of Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 260-0600Section 8 Voucher Program (713) 260-0800

HUD Housing Counseling and Information and Referral Service (HUD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 569-4287La Marque Aid and Guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 938-7852

Rent AssistanceMontgomery County Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(936) 539-4984

Section 8 Voucher ProgramPasadena Public Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 475-5544Salvation Army Social Services (Harris County only) . . . . . . . .(713) 752-0686

Financial Assistance with Mortgage or Rent PaymentSalvation Army Evangeline Booth Gardens Apartments . . . .(713) 920-1844

Preserve and enhance the dignity and independence of the elderly, to provide them with safe, affordable housing, and to enrich their overall quality of life.

Texas City/La Marque Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 945-4011Section 8 Voucher Program

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development . . . . .(713) 718-3169www.hud.gov/apps/section8 (HUD)

Windsor Village Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 551-8792

Advanced Directives for Health Care . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 880-1300 ext 1341Advocacy, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 974-7691

No charge for the disabled (800) 880-0821AIDS Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 228-0735 ext. 121

HIV positive onlyConsejos Legales (Houston Bar Association) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 759-1133Family Law Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 777-3247

Domestic abuse, family law onlyFort Bend Lawyers Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 239-0015

Wills for Low-Income SeniorsHarris County Area Agency on Aging Benefits Counselors . .(713) 794-9001

Counselors provide advice on benefits; for other (800) 213-8471legal matters, may be referred to a legal service provider.

Houston Bar Association Elder Law Committee/Volunteer Lawyers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 759-1133

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Houston Volunteer Lawyers Legal Advice Clinics . . . . . . . . . .(713) 228-0732Monthly; low-income; Harris Co. only free, bilingual; 8:30 a.m. 4:30, Harris County residents, low-income

Legal Hotline for Texans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 622-2520www.tlsc.org/hotline.html

LegalLine - Houston Bar Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 759-1133Lone Star Legal Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 652-0077

Harris, Montgomery Co.; 9 a.m. – noon (800) 733-8394NAACP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) NAACP-98National Senior Citizens Law Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 289-6976

www.nsclc.orgSoutheast Texas Legal Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 523-7852

Low-income, HIV onlyTexas Legal Services Center and Pro Bono Net . . . . . . . . . . . .(212) 760-2554

www.TexasLawHelp.orgUniversity of Houston Clinical Legal Aid Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 743-2094

Food PantriesTo find the nearest Food Pantry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211

Statewide search for food assistanceAlvin Food Pantry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 824-8871Alvin Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 585-6633Bear Creek Assistance Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 855-0014Brazosport Cares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 239-1225East Ft. Bend Human Needs Ministry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 261-1006Fair Haven United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 468-3276Helping Hands – Ft Bend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 232-4904Houston Food Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 223-3700Love Feast Food Pantry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 633-3714Montgomery County Food Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(936) 539-6686

www.montgomerycountyfoodbank.comSt. Thomas Social Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 849-9458Meals on Wheels/Vouchers/Meal ProgramsActionS, Inc. of Brazoria County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 849-6132Bay Area Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 326-3336 Baytown Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 427-2145Bear Creek Ministries Senior Baskets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 855-0014Chambers County Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 267-3559 ext. 3527City of La Porte Senior Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 470-9897City of South Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 947-7700City Wide Club Food Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 752-2582

Provides vouchers onlyColorado County Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 732-5606Community Family Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 923-2316DSHS Food Stamp Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 767-2000

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Edgewater Meals on Wheels (City of Galveston) . . . . . . . . . .(409) 763-6437Emergency Aid Coalition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 528-3663

Sack lunch provided – Mon–Fri: 11–1, Sun: 12:15–1pm End Hunger Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 532-3663Friendship Center/Montgomery Co Meals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(936) 756-5828Friendswood Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 482-5070Ft. Bend County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 342-7300

Mon–Fri, 8am–5pmFt. Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels and Much Much More . . . .(281) 633-2162

www.fortbendseniors.org • Ft. Bend and Waller CountiesGalveston County "Senior Lunch Program" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 770-6251

www.galvestonparks-seniors.orgGano Baptist Mission Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 227-0304Grayson Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 455-3660Gulf Coast Community Services Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 393-4700Harris County Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 794-9001Hester House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 672-2573Interfaith Caring Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 332-3881Interfaith Ministries (dining in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 533-4927 Interfaith Ministries - Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 533-4978Interfaith Ministries Food for Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 533-4929Interfaith of The Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 367-1230J D Walker Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 426-3551Jacinto City-Heritage Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 675-4487Jewish Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 729-3200John L. Wood Food Pantry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 272-0001Joy Fellowship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 921-0197Lighthouse Christian Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 339-3033Maxwell Adult Center Deer Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 478-7277Meals on Wheels Food for Pets Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 533-4922Missions Training Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 554-8801Montgomery County Emergency Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(936) 539-9211N. Channel Assistance Min. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 453-8028N.A.M. Food for Seniors Appointment Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 583-5600Pearland Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 485-5081Ramsey/Flukinger Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 457-1810Riley Chambers/Barrett Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 328-4713Salvation Army – Pasadena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 378-0020Senior Health Network-(Interfaith Ministries) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 533-4900

www.imgh.orgSimplified Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP . . . . . . . . . .(800) 248-1078

Simplified version of the Food Stamp Program for Texas residents ages 65+

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Society of St. Vincent De Paul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 741-8234South Union Church of Christ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 747-5440St. Bernadette Christian Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 486-0337St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 946-0098St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church – Nassau Bay . . . . . . . .(281) 333-2509Target Hunger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 226-4953The Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(936) 756-5828West Columbia Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 345-5955Wharton County Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 532-6430YWCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 868-9922

Community Programs That Assist With MedicationsCommunity Medicaid/STAR+PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 772-1213Harris County Hospital District—Gold Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 566-6509HCHD Quentin Mease Geriatric Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 873-3700In-Home and Family Support Program—Texas DADS . . . . . . .(713) 696-8053MHMHRA of Harris County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 970-7000Emergency Medication AssistanceFort Bend County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 342-7300Free Medicine Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(573) 996-3333

www.freemedicinefoundation.com • apply for free prescription medications.Gulf Coast Community Services Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 393-4700Harris County Social Services Prescription Medicine Aid Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 696-7900

Assists low-income Harris County seniors (60+) and the disabled.Montgomery County Emergency Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(936) 539-9211Flu ShotsHarris County Public Health and Environmental Services . . .(713) 439-6000

www.harriscountyhealth.comHCHD Health Dept . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 566-6856Kroger Pharmacies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 221-4141

www.kroger.com • See their ad in this publication for a pharmacy locationTroubleshooters Mobile Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 873-8687Medical Assistance(AARP) Pharmacy Services Benefits Check Up RX . . . . . . . . . .(800) 456-2277

www.benefitscheckup.orgAccess public and private programs for prescription drug savings.

Brazoria County Indigent Healthcare Program . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 756-1884Medical and prescription assistance for qualifying persons.

Brazosport Memorial Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 285-1430Prescription Assistance, Mon–Wed-Fri, 9AM–1PM

Harris County Hospital Gold Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 566-6509Financial Assistance

Pardee Cancer Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 233-1426Assistance with Cancer Medications

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SRG Information You Can Use

Pharmacy Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 435-3377Manufacturer sponsored prescription drug assistance programs.

Planned Parenthood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 712-5000www.plannedparenthood.orgDiscounted/free mammograms

Second Mile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 261-9199$25 fee to see a doctor. Open to the public: M,W,TH. Call for appointments.

UTMB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 772-1011Medical Services and Support

Medication Delivery ServiceCiticouriers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 521-4488Medication Management ProgramHarris County Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 794-9001

Eligible seniors living in Harris County can receive visits (800) 213-8417in their homes to have their medications reviewed and also receive a fire/waterproof locked box in which to store their medications information.

Medication Side EffectsFDA CDER Drug Information Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 463-6332

www.fda.gov/cderInternet Drug Index Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.rxlist.comPharmaceutical Companies With Patient Assistance ProgramsAbbott Pharmaceuticals, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 363-1024Alcon Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 222-8103

www.alconlabs.comAllergan Prescription Pharmaceuticals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 553-6783Amgen, Inc (Safety Net Program) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 272-9376Aventis Patient Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 632-8607Axcan Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 292-2679Baxter Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 548-4448Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 842-2937Biogen IDEC (MS Active Source & Krohn’s Disease services) .(800) 456-2255Biogen IDEC (Zevalin Results) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 386-9997Biovail Patient Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 268-7325Boehringer Ingelheim Cares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 556-8317Bristol-Myers Squibb Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 736-0003

www.bmspaf.orgCentocor, Inc (Remicade Assist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 489-5957Daiichi Sankyo Pharma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 268-7327Dermik Laboratories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 268-7326Dura-Med Pharmaceuticals (Cenestin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 425-3122Eisai, Incand Pfizer, Inc (Aricept Assistance Program) . . . . . . .(800) 226-2072Forest Pharmaceuticals, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 851-0758Galderma Laboratories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 730-5074

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Genentech, Inc—Access to Care Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 530-3083Glaxo/SmithKline Bridges to Access Program . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 728-4368Glaxo/SmithKline Commitment to Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 265-6491Graceway Pharmaceuticals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 328-0255HUMIRA Medicare Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 448-6472Ligand Pharmaceuticals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 654-4263Merck Patient Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 727-5400

www.merck.comMerck/Schering Plough Patient Assistance Program . . . . . . .(800) 347-7503National Organization for Rare Disorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 999-6673

www.rarediseases.orgNovartis Patient Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 277-2254

www.pharma.us.novartis.comPfizer, Inc (Connection to Care) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 707-8990Pharmion Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 742-7646Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 830-9049Purdue Pharma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 726-7535

www.purduepharma.comRapAssist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 472-7268Roche Laboratories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 285-4484

Patient Assistance Program • www.rocheusa.comSchering-Plough Corp (Commitment to Care Program) . . . . .(800) 521-7157Serono Laboratories, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 447-3243Solvay Pharmaceuticals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 256-8918Takeda Pharmaceutical North America, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 830-9159

www.tpna.comUpsher-Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 654-2299Venofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 282-7712Vistakon Patient . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 815-6874Watson Pharmaceutical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 964-4766Wyeth Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 568-9938Web Sites for Medication Information or ServicesiPing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.iping.com

A wakeup & medications reminder serviceNeedy Meds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.needymeds.comPartnership for Prescription Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 477-2669

www.pparx.orgPharmaceutical Medication Information . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.druginfonet.comPharmaceutical Medication Information . . . . . . . . . . .www.benefitscheckup.orgRx Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.rxassist.orgRx Hope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.rxhope.comRx Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.rxoutreach.com


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Brazoria Lions Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 233-1047Medical equipment to loan • www.bgcbc.com

Project Mend, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 903-6363www.projectmend.org • low-income eligibility

RUOK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 388-4370Alvin Police Department

RUOK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 922-1551Danbury residents only (979) 848-0219

RUOK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 341-4704Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Department (Fort Bend residents)

Nursing Home Ombudsman Advocates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 500-9931University of Texas Health Sciences Center on Aging . . . . . .(800) 296-2606

www.son.uth.tmc.edu/coa/default.htm • Long-term care ombudsman program

Attorney General of Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 252-8011www.oag.state.tx.us/elder/elder.shtml (713) 223-5886Senior Protection Programs

BBB Education Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 341-6141www.bbb.org (713) 868-9500Silver Sleuths are volunteers over the age of 55 working in conjunction with theBetter Business Bureau to combat schemes targeting older adults. Sleuths aretrained to monitor and identify fraudulent schemes and scams in their neighbor-hoods and report them to the Better Business Bureau for review.

Medicare Fraud Hotline (Inspector General) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 447-8477

These organizations will assist in helping find services.Actions Inc. of Brazoria County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 849-6132Alliance for Multicultural Community Services . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 776-4700American Red Cross . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 526-8300American Society on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 537-9728Catholic Charities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 526-4611Chambers County Senior Citizens Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 267-3559Chinese Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 271-6100Coalition for the Homeless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 739-7514Colorado Valley Transit Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 732-6281

Colorado County ColumbusCrime Victim Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 755-5625Crisis Hotline (Spanish) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 526-8088

Medical Equipment Assistance

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Crisis Intervention of Houston (Hotline) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 468-5463DAYA, Inc (South Asian Community) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 981-7645Elder Care Locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 677-1116

www.eldercare.govEpilepsy Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 332-1000Federal Information Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 688-9889Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels and Much Much more . .(281) 633-2162

Fort Bend and Waller CountyGalveston County Department of Parks and Senior Services .(409) 770-6251Galveston County Senior Citizens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 770-6251

Galveston CountyGulf Coast Community Services Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 393-4700Harris County Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 794-9001

(800) 213-8471Helping One Another, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 885-4188

Austin CountyHospice Helpline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 658-8898

www.nhpco.orgHouston Area Women’s Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 528-2121Houston-Galveston Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 627-3200

www.h-gac.comInterfaith Ministries for Greater Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 533-4900Jewish Family Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 667-9336Korean Senior Citizens Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 465-6588Liberty County Project on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(936) 336-7265

Galveston CountyLupus Foundation/Texas Gulf Coast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 529-0126Montgomery Council on Aging—Friendship Center . . . . . . . . .(936) 756-5828Retired American Persons Senior Citizen Program . . . . . . . . .(409) 643-5877

Texas CitySt. Luke’s Episcopal Health Charities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(832) 355-7701

www.SLEHC.orgUnited Way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 772-8181

Southwest AreaWharton County Jr. College Senior Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 532-6430

Wharton County

Attorney General of Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 252-8011www.oag.state.tx.us/elder/elder.shtml • Senior Protection Programs

Attorney General of Texas – Houston Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 223-5886Food & Drug Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 463-6332

www.fda.govReports safety warnings and recalls for products regulated by the FDA.

Medicare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 633-4227www.medicare.gov (800) 442-2620

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Medicare Fraud Hotline (Inspector General) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 447-8477National Active and Retired Federal Employees . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 438-2272

www.narfehouston.orgNational Alliance for Caregiving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(301) 718-8444

www.caregiving.orgNational DO NOT CALL Registry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 382-1222

www.ftc.govNational Institute on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(301) 496-1752

www.nia.nih.govNational Senior Citizens Law Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 289-6976

www.nsclc.orgSocial Security Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 772-1213

www.socialsecurity.govTexas Adult Protection Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 252-5400

www.dfps.state.tx.us/adult_protection • Report Elder AbuseTexas Commission for the Blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 944-9924

www.dars.state.tx.us • Resource for Sight Impaired (800) 628-5115Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services (800) 252-9240

www.dads.state.tx.us • Find and compare Texas Living Facilities; file complaintsTexas Health and Human Services Commission Ombudsman Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 834-7406

Provides direct grant benefits to individuals with disabilities to purchase servicesTexas Health and Human Services Commission (DADS, DARS, DFPS, SHS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 500-4266

www.hhsc.state.tx.us • Blind; rehab; disability; hearing servicesTexas Information and Referral Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211

www.helpintexas.comInformation and referral specialists direct callers to Texas community resources.

Texas Poison Center Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 222-1222www.poisoncontrol.org

The Work Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 627-3200www.theworksource.org • Helps individuals find jobs

AARP – Texas State Office in Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(832) 325-2231www.aarp.org • Senior Advocacy Group; tax return assistance

Al-Anon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 683-7227Alcoholics Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 686-6300

www.aahouston.orgALS Association (Lou Gehrig's Disease) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 942-2572

www.alsa-houston.orgAlzheimer's Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 266-6400

www.alz.org • Texas Chapter: www.alztex.orgAmerican Cancer Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 266-2877

www.cancer.org

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American Contract Bridge League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(901) 332-5586www.acbl.org

American Diabetes Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 977-7706www.diabetes.org

American Lung Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 629-5864www.texaslung.org

American Geriatrics Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(212) 308-1414www.americangeriatrics.org

Arthritis Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 283-7800www.arthritis.org

American Heart Association – Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 610-5000www.americanheart.org

Asian American Family Services (mental health) . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 339-3688www.aafstexas.org

CanCare (individual cancer support) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 461-0028Crohn's and Colitis Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 572-2232Depression Bipolar Support Alliance of Houston . . . . . . . . . .(713) 600-1131

www.dbsahouston.orgDiabetes Support Group (Memorial Hermann Medical Center) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 932-3000Diabetes Support Group (OakBend Medical Center) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 341-2805Epilepsy Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 789-6295

www.efset.orgFibromyalgia Association of Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 664-0180Foster Grandparents Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 344-4257Houston Area Parkinson Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 626-7114

www.hapsonline.orgHouston Aphasia Recovery Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .832-767-5028

www.harctx.orgHoustonHospice Grief/Bereavement Support Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 677-7155InnerWisdom Counseling Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 592-9292Kidney Failure Support/Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 952-5499Lifeline – Support/Social Group for Widows and Widowers . .(281) 497-2663

Monthly meeting and regular weekend activitiesL.I.F.T. – Social Support Group for Widows/Widowers – Dignity Memorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 862-9622Lupus Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 529-0126MDA ALS – Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 522-3941Mended Hearts (heart disease support) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(832) 355-4160Mental Health Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 522-5161

www.mhahouston.orgMS Lifeline/MS Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 447-3243

www.mslifelines.comMultiple Sclerosis Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 526-8967

www.nationalmssociety.org (800) 344-4867


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National Alliance for the Mentally Ill – (NAMI) Houston Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 729-1242National Family Caregiver Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 896-3650

www.nfcacares.orgNational Federation for the Blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(410) 659-9314

www.nfb.orgNational Hispanic Council on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 347-9733

www.nhcoa.orgNational Organization for Rare Disorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 999-6673Neuromuscular Diseases (all types) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 522-3941

English and SpanishOsteoporosis Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 223-9994Parkinson's Support Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 626-7114

www.hapsonline.orgPost-Polio Survivors Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 690-0695Recovery, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 466-3387

emotional coping, self helpSamaritan Bereavement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 589-8936

www.thesamaritanministry.orgSan Jacinto Methodist Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 420-8671

Ostomy Support GroupSan Jacinto Methodist Hospital, Baytown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 420-8811

Grief SupportSickle Cell Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 421-8453Survivors of Suicide – Crisis Intervention Info Line . . . . . . . . .(713) 527-9864The Mended Hearts, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(832) 355-4160

Support Group for Heart Patients and FamiliesThe Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828

www.tfc-seniorservices.orgUnited Cerebral Palsy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 838-9050

www.ucphouston.orgUnited Ostomy Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 493-5015

www.uoahouston.orgWest Houston Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 558-3444

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteer Counselors Info Line . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 227-7669www.aarp.org/taxaide

Houston Asset Building Coalition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 223-1864 Tax preparation for the elderly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 or (713) 957-4357

www.neighborhood-centers.org • During tax season: (Jan.1 - Apr. 15)The Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828

www.tfc-seniorservices.org

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General TransportationAcute Care EMS, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 272-6842

(800) 649-7149American Red Cross – Houston (713) 526-8300

www.houstonredcross.orgAMR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 746-1129 or (877) 244-4890

www.amr.net • Transport Services; Bed-ridden clients with doctor's ordersBrazos Transit Scheduling Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 272-0039

Curb-to curb service throughout Montgomery CountyAppts. taken up to 4 pm, previous day & up to 7 days in advancewww.btd.org

Christian Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 345-5955West Columbia residents only; transport services; telephone reassurance

Colorado and Wharton Counties – WCJC Senior Program . .(800) 561-9252Ambulatory only ext. 6430

Colorado Valley Transit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 548-1068Austin, Brazoria, Colorado, Galveston, Waller, and Wharton Counties

Connect Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 266-2320Transport Services: M–W–F – UTMB in Galveston;T – Th – Medical Center in Houston. Call for fare prices.

Fort Bend County Public Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 988-2902Gulf Coast Community. Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 393-4745

Cost: $7.40/income limits: $1,020.84 indiv./ $1,375.00 coupleHCCTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 368-7433

Harris County residents, elderly/disabled, wheelchair accessible, Low fee/vouchers;Medical and General Transportation

HERO-Helping Elderly Residents Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 932-3996Medical and General Transportation, Mon–Wed 9–4, Thur 9–12

Interfaith Caring Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 927-8129Santa Fe and Hitchcock

Interfaith of the Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 367-1230Loving Kindness, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 358-6393

Humble, Kingwood, Atascosita; ambulatory onlyMedtrans America (Fees apply) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 721-0226Metro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 635-4000

www.ridemetro.org TTY (713) 739-3893Offers fare discounts on fixed route bus serviceto seniors, the disabled, and Medicare cardholders. $1.50; over age 70 – free

METROLift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 225-0119provides pre-scheduled, shared ride, curb-to-curb (713) 225-6716transportation by van or sedan for persons with disabilities.

METROLift Subsidy Program – MSP – Yellow Cab . . . . . . . . .(713) 223-0303(Subsidized Taxi) is for METROLift patrons who need last-minute transportation by taxicab.

Precinct2gether, Inc. Voucher Transportation Program (62+ clients/Harris County Precinct 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 326-6013Montgomery County – Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(936) 756-5828

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Senior Wheels (55+ only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 885-4678Southwest – VICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 772-8181

Ambulatory/SW only; parking and toll fees chargedThe Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828

www.tfc-seniorservices.orgWest University Seniors Services/Recreational Center . . . . . .(713) 662-5895

Seniors and disabled; fee involved, non-residents add 50 centsMedical TransportAcres Homes area – Texas Community Transitional Center . .(832) 298-9840

Medical transportationAmerican Red Cross . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 526-8300

www.houstonredcross.org • Houston medical transportationAmerican Red Cross–Baytown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 424-1300

Medical transportationCancer Patients – American Cancer Society Road to Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 266-2877Cancer Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 227-1618

Volunteers transport patients to treatment; volunteers neededFort Bend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 342-9480

medical transportationHarris County Social Services . . . . . . .(713) 696-1985www.ss.hctx.net (713) 578-2215Friday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. The service is only for clientswho reside outside of the cities of Houston, Baytown, or Pasadena. To be eligible, you must have a low to moderate income and be a resident of Harris County, and either elderly, or disabled, or an ESRD patient.

HERO – Helping Elderly Residents Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 932-3996Medical and General Transportation

League City and Clear Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 282-6039Medical Transportation

Medicaid Recipients . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 633-8747Harris, Galveston, Fort Bend, and Brazoria Counties for medical appointments between 6 a.m.-7 p.m., call 8 a.m.-5 p.m.,Monday-Friday, to schedule pick-up

Medicaid Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 633-8747Transport Services

Pasadena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 943-7000Medical transportation

UTMB Cancer Patients . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 945-0820Transport Services

Harris County Commissioners' Group TransportationEach precinct has its own group policies for transportation use; callCommissioners' Precinct Senior Adult Programs:Precinct 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 733-3717Precinct 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 452-6071Precinct 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 492-3680Precinct 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 893-3726

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Errand ServicesEAC Faithful Friends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 528-3663

Provides food and clothing to low-income families/individuals in Harris CountyGulf Coast Com. Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 393-4745

Transportation to/from grocery store-nonprofit cost $7.40/income limits:$1,020.84 indiv./$1,375.00 couple

SAFE Program-Catholic Charities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 874-669965+ clients, living inside 610 LoopSenior Wheels (NAM) . . . .(281) 885-4678

Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 772-8181Long-Distance Medical TransportationAngel Flights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 247-5433

Must be ambulatory; 1000 mile limit; non-emergency; Non-profit/FreeLifeguard Aeromed Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 248-5433

For-Profit • www.lgaeromed.comTaxisBay Area Taxi companies:Baytown Senior Taxi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 420-7158

Provides financial assistance to seniors; must qualify.Houston Area Taxi companies:Fiesta – Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 225-2666Liberty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 695-6700United . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 699-0000Yellow Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 236-1111

Houston ordinance cites 60+ should receive a 10 percent discount on all rides.Fort Bend Area Taxi companies:Crown Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 981-6626Fort Bend Taxi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 208-2222SLL Transportation (Sugar Land) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 242-5466

AT&T/SBC Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 464-7928www.sbc.comPhysically handicapped or legally blind may qualify to be exempt from local Directory assistance charges

Brazoria County Welfare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 864-1427Utilities Assistance

Catholic Charities-Guadalupe Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 227-9981Community Action Council of Galveston County . . . . . . . . . .(409) 765-7878

Information and referral to local agencies offering emergency assistance. Utility assistance for Galveston county residents.

Consolidated Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 989-2255Outside Harris County

Fort Bend County Social Services – Rosenberg (M–F, 8–5) . .(281) 342-7300Fort Bend County Social Services – Missouri City . . . . . . . . . .(281) 403-8050Harris County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 696-7900

Gas and electric assistanceHester House – Harris County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 672-2573Lifeline Texas – Light up Texas Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 454-8387

Low income assistance with telephone and electricity

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Pearland Neighborhood Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 485-1987Utility assistance for eligible applicants residing in Pearland and Manvel.

Programs for Human Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 550-0282Liberty, Chambers, Orange, & Jefferson Counties

Reliant Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 207-7777www.reliant.com

Salvation Army . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 233-5420Utilities Assistance (979) 233-5429

Salvation Army Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 752-0686water only; Harris County only

Senior Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 696-7900Assists with crisis situations involving water, heat, rent and mortgage.

Sheltering Arms Utility Assistance - CEAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon

W.A.T.E.R. Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 371-1400The W.A.T.E.R. Fund is sponsored by the City of Houston and offers financial assistance for water bills for both the elderly and the disabled.

Conroe VA Outpatient Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(936) 522-4000Houston Vet Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 682-2288

Readjustment counseling services M–F: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Montgomery County Veterans Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(936) 539-7842

www.mctx.org/veteranTexas State Veterans Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(254) 791-8280

http://glo.state.tx.us/vlb/vethomes/temple.html (800) 252-8387Housing for elderly veterans

Texas Veterans Coalition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 528-5760www.texasveteranscoalition.com

Veterans Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 791-1414www.houston.med.va.gov

Veterans Administration Community Based Outreach Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 310-5001

Galveston and Texas CityVeterans Services – Fort Bend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 341-4550

EyeglassesThe Lion's Eye Bank of Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 798-5545Vision ResourcesDepartment of Assistive and Rehab Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 628-5115EyeCare America (800) 222-3937

www.eyecareamerica.orgProvides medical eye care to individuals who might go without

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AgeNet Eldercare Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.agenet.comArea Code Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.whitepages.com/mapsAsk Noah About: Aging . . . . . . . . . .www.noah-health.org/en/healthy/agingCaregiving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.strengthforcaring.comCarepathways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.carepathways.comDementia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.adrc.wustl.edu/alzheimerDr. Koop's Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.drkoop.comElder Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.elderweb.comElderCare Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.ec-online.netFamilies USA – updates on national health care policy . .www.familiesusa.orgFTC's Identity Theft Site . . . . . . . . . . .www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/idtheftGulf Coast Blood Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.giveblood.orgHouston Senior Information Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.senior-inet.comIndependent Living Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.independentliving.comInternet Senior Success . . . .www.internetseniorsuccess.com/seniorsites.htmLive Well, Live Long . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.asaging.org/cdc/HealthWord.cfmMayoClinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.mayoclinic.comMedscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.medscape.comNational Council on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.ncoa.orgNational Library of Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . .www.nlm.nih.gov/nlmhome.htmlReaserch your family tree . . . . . . .www.learnwebskills.com/family/intro.htmlRecipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.recipegoldmine.comSenior's Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.premier.net/~gero/seniors.htmlSeniorNet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.seniornet.orgSocial Security Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.ssa.govTalking Book Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.texastalkingbooks.orgThird Age.Com – 701 Special Sites for Third Agers . . . . . .www.thirdage.comU Compare Health Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.ucomparehealthcare.comUTMB Stark Diabeties Center . . . . . . . . .www.stark-diabetes.org/default.htmWorld Health Net Longevity, Life Expectancy, and Anti-Aging Meds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.worldhealth.net Write a Senior Citizen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.writeseniors.com

Websites

Hermann Eye Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 704-1777Provides eye assessment/treatment on sliding scale

Lighthouse of Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 527-9561www.houstonlighthouse.org • Information and Referral

Opthamalogist Referrals (+65) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 222-3937Texas Commission for the Blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 948-7960

www.dars.state.tx.us • Resource for Sight Impaired . . . . . . . . . .(800) 628-5115University of Houston Optometry Dept . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 743-2020

Provides eye assessment/treatment on sliding scale


A Nanny For Granny (281) 210-6675 70A Senior Moment Massage (281) 852-3596 88Acadian On Call (800) 259-1234 70Accessible Home Health Care (281) 859-3516 73Accessible Lifestyle (936) 760-2601 88Ainsley Courte (281) 374-8002 38, 44Alpha Omega Home Health (936) 447-2900 74AseraCare (888) 646-8696 104Assisting Hands (281) 540-7400 74Atria Senior Living See Ad Listings 39, 44Autumn Grove Cottages (713) 870-1393 45Autumn Leaves (877) 341-0394 42, 44Axona (303) 999-3700 86Bright Star Healthcare (281) 367-7827 73Cameo Caregivers See Ad Listings 66, 74Cantex Senior Communities (214) 954-4114 24Care Givers Unlimited (713) 668-2273 75Carriage Inn / Village on the Park See Ad Listings 34Chateau Woodlands (832) 884-3839 29Christus VNA (713) 630-5555 62Comfort Keepers (281) 281-7400 68Copperfield Estates / Cypress Woods See Ad Listings 35Cypress Assisted Living (281) 955-5557 45Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center (281) 949-3987 83Dignity Memorial (800) Dignity 98, 99Emeritus See Ad Listings 40Encompass Home Health (281) 484-7070 63, 70Forever Young Senior Living (281) 840-1440 42Girling Health Care (800) 447-5464 68, 74Grace Care Center See Ad Listings 27Grace Memory Care (832) 677-2901 29Hayes & Wilson (713) 880-3939 90HCR Manor Care See Ad Listings 21, 26Hettig Management See Ad Listings 33Home Health Resources (281) 398-3444 69Home Instead (866) 996-1087 69Hospice Compassus See Ad Listings 100House Call Doctors (281) 412-4434 85InterActive HealthCare (281) 892-2000 71, 104

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InterActive Hopice (281) 892-2000 104Kindred Hospital See Ad Listings 80Kingwood Pines Hospital (281) 358-1495 83Knightsbridge (832) 644-1284 32Kroger Pharmacies See Ad Listings 11Legend Healthcare See Ad Listings 23Lighthouse Hospice (888) 290-7727 100, 104LoneStar Home Health (800) 804-0603 66Lori A. Kohnen (281) 955-0131 90Medtronic (888) 953-1234 87Mobility Plus (713) 468-4683 86Oak Haven (281) 363-4941 36One Ortho (281) 647-7720 84Paradise Springs – Holiday Retirement (281) 376-5949 37PROS Home Health (281) 364-9161 71Regent Care Center See Ad Listings 27ResCare Homecare (877) 978-7700 75Sava Senior Care See Ad Listings 22, 26Select Specialty Hospital See Ad Listings 7, 82Senior Resource Guide (281) 277-2333 13Shirley Weber, Realtor (713)569-1413 89Silver Hills Assisted Living (936) 449-6717 43Silverado at Home (832) 249-9940 64, 72Silverado Hospice (888) 328-6640 100, 105Silverado Senior Living See Ad Listings 41, 46Synergy HomeCare (281) 999-2273 65Texas Benefits Coalition – VA (281) 528-5760 108Texas Home Health See Ad Listings 2, 72Texas Oncology See Ad Listings 81The Forum at the Woodlands (281) 367-3170 36The Friendship Center (936) 756-5828 109The Grand Parkway (281) 395-0555 30, 148The Mansions at Hastings Green (281) 955-2500 3, 37The Offices of Patrick J. Wehrly (281) 528-5760 90The Village of Gleannloch Farms (281) 569-2999 28The Woodlands Health Care Center (281) 363-3535 25Unlimited Care (713) 419-2609 29Visiting Angels (281) 356-2827 67, 72Wendy Cline, Realtor (281) 460-9360 88

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Documents

Senior Resource Guide - North Houston edition