We want to help you and your loved one by providing helpful resources for today’s seniors. The following are links to websites containing valuable information on various topics related to senior living and adult care.
In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), most influenza activity in the United States occurs from the first week of October through the third week in May. The CDC also recommends that everyone 6 months and older receive an annual flu vaccine, with September & October being the optimal months. While the vaccine is important for nursing home residents, it is equally as important for individuals who interact with those residents -healthcare workers, volunteers, & family members. For more information, visit this weblink:
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/season/faq-flu-season-2023-2024.htm
Administration On Aging
- Information about programs and services for seniors, including Eldercare Locator which provides help in locating services for elders. www.aoa.gov
Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral
- A valuable resource for those seeking educational information about this disease. Also provides links to sites of other federal agencies with information about Alzheimer’s Disease. www.alzheimers.org
Area Hospitals
- Parkland Hospital http://www.parklandhospital.com/
- Baylor Hospital http://www.baylorhealth.com/Pages/default-bhcs.aspx
- UT Southwestern Medical Center http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/patientcare/medicalservices/hospitals/stpa…
Medicare’s Official Site
- The primary purpose of this tool is to provide detailed information about the Medicare system, process, and benefits provided, as well as other valuable tools related to elderly care. www.medicare.gov
Medicare-Participating Physician Directory
- This directory contains names, addresses, and specialties of Medicare participating physicians who have agreed to accept assignment on all Medicare claims and covered services. www.medicare.gov/physician
National Alliance for Caregiving
- Specialized information on Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, ALS and other disorders and long-term care concerns. Includes online support group and online caregiver consultation. www.caregiving.org
NFCA: National Family Caregivers Association
- Created to educate, support, empower the millions of Americans who care for chronically ill, aged or disabled loved ones. Includes caregiver tips, frequently asked questions, tips for taking care of yourself, and communicating with doctors. www.nfcacares.org
U.S. Social Security Administration
- Offers wide range of information on services and programs of the Social Security Administration. www.ssa.gov
Other Helpful Links
- Alcoholics Anonymous http://www.aa.org
- Bereavement Counseling http://www.adec.org/
- COVID Resources for Seniors https://www.ncoa.org/ncoa_acf/covid-19-resources-for-older-adults/
- Department of Adult Protective Services http://www.dfps.state.tx.us
- Department of Aging and Caregiver Support http://www.dads.state.tx.us/
- Fall Prevention https://acl.gov/FallsPrevention
- FDA Drug interactions http://www.fda.gov/cder/consuerinfo/druginteractions.htm
- Hearing Health Foundation | Recognizing Hearing Loss https://hearinghealthfoundation.org/recognizing-hearing-loss
- Veterans Affairs http://www.va.gov
Pharmacy Services
- CVS Pharmacy http://www.cvs.com
- Walgreens http://www.walgreens.com
Entertainment
- YMCA http://www.ymca.net/maps/profile.aspx?assn=6389&address=75212
- Dallas Cowboys http://www.dallascowboys.com/
- Six Flags over Texas- Arlington http://www.sixflags.com/overTexas/index.aspx
- Mavericks http://www.nba.com/mavericks/season_tickets.html
- Texas Rangers http://texas.rangers.mlb.com/index.jsp?c_id=tex
- 2-1-1 Texas | Texas Health And Human Services Commission https://www.211.org/pages/about
Dallas Housing Authority
- DHA provides quality, affordable housing to low-income families and individuals through the effective and efficient administration of housing assistance programs across North Texas. https://dhantx.com/