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My friend or relative...
Elder Care —>
...needs to get out and do something... needs companionship
...needs someone to talk to
...doesn't eat right
...has a toothache... or problems with a dentist or eye care
...is alone at home, needs some assistance or is in danger of falling
...needs help in home ... wants to remain at home as long as possible
...shouldn't live alone anymore, but is still able to get around
...cannot drive ... or use public transportation
...lives with me (I work during the day and worry about not being home)
...places so many demands on me (I feel angry, guilty or upset)
...is grieving over the death of a loved one
...is behaving very oddly ... is acting strange, confused
...has a problem with alcohol, medications or drugs
...is dying and needs special care, family needs counseling
...has problems with quality of care received in a nursing home or a board and care (assisted living)
...has been physically or psychologically abused or neglected or financially exploited at home
Consumer Protection —>
...is a veteran who needs help
Legal Issues —>
...needs help with estate planning (what documents are needed. etc.?)
...has tenant / landlord problems
Finances —>
...has little money but has legal matters that need attention
...is in debt ... has trouble managing finances
...has home in need of repair ... has difficulty making home payments or utility payments
...is having problems making rent payments
...needs help with tax questions
...has care costs that are astronomical ... or greater than money on hand
...has problems with Medicare, "Medigap," health insurance and HMOs
...wants to avoid using savings for long-term care
...needs to be in a nursing home, but doesn't have the resources to pay
What's needed?
Socializing, activities, senior centers, meal sites, volunteer programs, education...
Organization
Phone Number
(310) 320-5918
Bartlett Senior Center
(310) 320-5918
Redondo Beach Senior Services
(310) 318-0650
RSVP Volunteer Program
(310) 320-3322
Torrance YMCA Senior Center
(310) 325-5885
The Volunteer Center
(310) 212-5009
Torrance Adult School Older Adult Program
(310) 533-4454
Check Your Local Senior Center
(800) 510-2020
What's needed?
friendly caller or visitor program, someone to call
Organization
Phone Number
Beach Cities Health District
(310) 374-3426 x149
HOTLINE of Southern California
(562) 596-5548
Providence Little Company of Mary Company Calls
(310) 303-6129
South Bay Senior Services
(310) 325-2141
What's needed?
meals provided at home or in group setting
Organization
Phone Number
Bartlett Senior Center
(310) 320-5918
Contact Area Agency of Aging
(800) 510-2020
Meals on Wheels (Manhattan/RB/HB)
(310) 318-2827
Meals on Wheels (Torrance/Lomita)
(310) 542-3434
Torrance YMCA Senior Center
(310) 325-5885 x2732
What's needed?
dental and vision care and information
Organization
Phone Number
California Board of Dental Examiners
(916) 263-2300
(800) 736-7071
South Bay Family Healthcare
(310) 802-6170
Center for the Partially Sighted
(310) 988-1970
Eye Care America
(800) 222-3937
Braille Institute
(323) 663-1111
What's needed?
assessment, care plan, changes to make home safer, private nursing care, home aide
Organization
Phone Number
L.A. Caregiver Resource Center
(800) 540-4442
Multi-Purpose Senior Services Program Independence at Home
(562) 492-9878
(520) 881-8008
South Bay Senior Services
(310) 325-2141
What's needed?
assessment, care plan, homemaker or home aide services
Organization
Phone Number
Beach Cities Health District
(310) 374-3426 x149
Multi-Purpose Senior Services Program Independence at Home
(562) 492-9878
(520) 881-8008
South Bay Senior Services
(310) 325-2141
(310) 390-3611
What's needed?
special housing options, retirement communities
Organization
Phone Number
Focal Point
(310) 320-1300
H.E.L.P. Request "Residential Care Referral Services" List
(310) 533-1996
(520) 881-8008
What's needed?
transportation programs for older adults
Organization
Phone Number
Access Services
(800) 827-0829
Dial-A-Taxi & Senior Taxi (Torrance)
(310) 618-2536
Metro Disabled Riders Hotline
(800) 621-7828
Redondo Beach Senior Services
(310) 318-0650
What's needed?
an adult day care center for the days you work
Organization
Phone Number
What's needed?
a caregiver support group, counseling, respite care
Organization
Phone Number
Advantage Program at Torrance Memorial Medical Center
(310) 517-4666
Alzheimers' Association
(800) 660-1993
Beach Cities Health District
(310) 374-3426 x149
Jewish Family Services
(877) 275-4537
Providence Little Company of Mary Health Resource Center
(800) 618-6659
L.A. Caregiver Resource Center
(800) 540-4442
L.A. County Area Agency on Aging
(213) 738-4004
National Family Caregiver Association
(800) 896-3650
The Wellness Commun. (Cancer Support)
(310) 376-3550
What's needed?
bereavement support group
Organization
Phone Number
What's needed?
referral to physician specializing in mental health problems of older persons, evaluation, counseling and assistance
Organization
Phone Number
Advantage Program at Torrance Memorial Medical Center
(310) 517-4666
Alzheimers' Association
(800) 660-1993
Didi Hirsch Mental Health Center
(310) 390-8896
Harbor View, Inc.
(310) 547-3341
Providence Little Company of Mary Hospital Health Resource Center
(800) 618-6659
Providence Little Company of Mary Hospital San Pedro Bridges
(310) 514-5359
Tingstad Older Adult Counseling Center
(213) 740-3493
What's needed?
evaluation, treatment, counseling
Organization
Phone Number
What's needed?
hospice medical, counseling and social services for patients and family,
Organization
Phone Number
What's needed?
advocacy, complaints to improve care
Organization
Phone Number
(800) 474-1116
Dept of Health Services
(800) 228-1019
Long-Term Care Ombudsman
(800) 334-9473
What's needed?
investigation of charges, adult protective services
Organization
Phone Number
Adult Protective Services Elder Abuse Hotline (LA County)
(877) 477-3646
L.A. County Consumer Affairs
(213) 974-9778
Torrance Police - Community Affairs Officer
(310) 328-3456
Check Your Local Police Department Community Affairs Officer
What's needed?
assessment, home health care, day care, financial aid, etc.
Organization
Phone Number
What's needed?
legal, advocacy and planning assistance, power of attorney for health care, power of attorney for financial affairs, will, trust, conservatorship
Organization
Phone Number
What's needed?
information or legal services
Organization
Phone Number
Bet Tzedek Legal Services
(323) 939-0506
Eviction Defense Center
(213) 487-7609
Housing Rights Center
(800) 477-5977
L.A. County Bar Association Dispute Resolution Services
(213) 896-6533
L.A. County Consumer Affairs
(800) 593-8222
South Bay Center/Dispute Resolution
(310) 376-7007
What's needed?
legal advice (low income)
Organization
Phone Number
Bartlett Senior Center Legal Consults
(310) 320-5918
Bet Tzedek Legal Services
(323) 939-0506
Disability Rights Calif.
(800) 776-5746
(213) 736-1334
(213) 243-1525
Legal Aid of Los Angeles
(213) 640-3881
seniorlegalhotline.org
Check Your Local Senior Center
(800) 510-2020
What's needed?
credit counseling, money management services
Organization
Phone Number
What's needed?
housing repairs, relief from property tax, help with utility bills
Organization
Phone Number
What's needed?
low cost housing options
Organization
Phone Number
What's needed?
tax filing and savings advice
Organization
Phone Number
California Franchise Tax Board
(800) 852-5711
Income Tax Filing Assistance (Torrance)
(310) 618-2930
Internal Revenue Service
(800) 829-1040
Check Your Local Senior Center
What's needed?
assistance with health insurance issues, with in-home care, prescription drug costs
Organization
Phone Number
What's needed?
explanation of charges, services, appeal rights, choices in coverage
Organization
Phone Number
What's needed?
information on long-term care insurance, reverse mortgages
Organization
Phone Number
(800) 209-8085
ftc.gov
(310) 533-1996
(800) 824-0780
(800) 569-4287
What's needed?
Medi-Cal / financial information regarding long-term care
Organization
Phone Number
(800) 474-1116
(310) 533-1996
Medi-Cal
(800) 541-5555
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Bad news: So many people need assistance. Good news: You can enlist in Senior Corps !
In 2009, President Obama signed the Serve America Act. It assists older adults in sharing their skills, talents and lifetime experiences with members of their communities. Just last year, California’s Senior Corps volunteers:
Feelings of grief, loneliness and financial insecurity are often considered parts of the normal aging process.
Depression involves a lot more than just feeling blue, however. According to the Geriatric Mental Health Foundation or GMHF, if left untreated, severe or clinical depression may seriously impact a person’s physical and mental well-being. Reported incidences of depression among adults aged 65 and above exceed 6.5 million. Unfortunately, only 10 percent seek medical treatment or psychological support.
Because reports of elder financial abuse continue to rise, the California Legislature enacted the Donative Transfer Restriction Statute . It ensures the validity of written gifts – also called donative transfers – made to people who provide older adults with legal advice, personal care or other support. The statute’s purpose: Eliminate gifting that may heighten accusations of undue influence or financial fraud.
As part of the normal aging process, many people need assistance with specific types of care. This might mean help with bathing, dressing, preparing meals and accessing transportation. It might also include finding medical services, social orientation and psychological support. A geriatric care manager or GCM is a human service professional who assists individual older adults in meeting their care needs.
Many older adults hire GCMs to do the following:
In 2011, 2.5 million baby boomers – those born between 1946 and 1964 - will become “senior citizens.” For many, Social Security, Medicare and veteran benefits will provide special tools and options:
Social Security Retirement
