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“The friends that I have made here have turned my life around.”

To many, living at home means freedom and independence. But it can also be isolating. Belmont Village residents enjoy a lifestyle that keeps them physically active and mentally engaged, delighting in the company of friends old and new.

At Belmont Village, you don’t have to live alone to be independent.

It’s not just your home. It’s your community.

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CREATE A LASTING LEGACY WITH US EVERY MAN, WOMAN, AND CHILD DESERVES AN OPPORTUNITY FOR A GOOD LIFE. By making a gift to United Way’s Endowment and Legacy Fund, you can honor a loved one, perpetuate your family name long beyond your lifetime, and ensure the programs and services to children, individuals and families continue into the future.

The enduring nature of your vision and generosity will continue to serve San Antonio and Bexar County for many years to come.

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SOCIAL WORKERS LINK OLDER ADULTS with services that help them live independently and with dignity, thereby maximizing their quality of life and participation in society.

Social work with older adults focuses on the physical, psychological, social, and economic aspects of daily living.

For more information on how social workers help older adults and to find a social worker near you go to www.helpstartshere.org. And watch this NASW Foundation video that offers one example of how social workers can help older adults live life to the fullest: http://bit.ly/2ruJ37z.

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Color Coded Sections DAILY CARE ASSISTANCE

adult day care centers, nursing services, home health services, non-medical services, VA information

TREATMENT & PREVENTION

medical supplies & equipment, medication assistance, pharmacies, nutrition, hearing, vision, dental, physicians, mental health, plastic surgeons, hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, cancer treatment facilities, medical clinics

HOUSING

independent/retirement, assisted living, skilled nursing, personal care homes, continuing care, licensed Alzheimer’s, lawn services, remodelers, CSHP/SRES Realtors, home repairs, furniture, security systems, builders

FINAL PLANNING

hospice, funeral services, monuments, cremation services

RELAX & RESTORE

massage therapy, books, travel, dining, professional services, pets

LEGAL & FINANCIAL

financial planners, elder law attorneys, reverse mortgage specialists, financial institutions

TRANSPORTATION

free, low cost, medical & non-medical, medical-aircraft

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How to use the Senior Resource Guide

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Start with the Table of Contents to locate the business, product or service you are looking for. Examples of businesses, products and services included in each section are shown on the adjacent page.

Sections in the Table of Contents are Color Coded to match the page tabs throughout the publication.

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Tips and Tidbits Brain Games Recipes Local, State and Federal Resource Listings Page for Taking Notes Advertisers Index with Phone Numbers SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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GENERAL INFORMATION How to use the Senior Resource Guide. . . . . . . 4-5 Where We Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Publisher’s Page – Contacting the Senior Resource Guide. . . . . . . 11 Advertisers Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158-159

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What Level of Care is Right for You? . . . . . . . . 14 Home Care vs. Home Health Care. . . . . . . . . 16 Need Long-term Care? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Long–Distance Caregiving Checklist. . . . . . . . . 20 Help for Caregivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-25 Adult Day Care Centers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-29 Home Care Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-37 Home Care Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-36 Support Groups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Diabetes Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

TREATMENT & PREVENTION

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National Association of Social Workers. . . . . . . 3 5 Tips for Aging Well. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Medical Equipment Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 The Benefits of Medication Management . . . . . 51 Medication & Medical Services . . . . . . . . . 52-55 Hearing

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Hearing & Deaf Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Vision

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What Level of Care is Right for You explains different care options as we age. Find them on page 14.

Dental

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Dental Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Doctors

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House Call Physicians. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Tips on How to Talk to Your Doc. . . . . . . . . . . 65 Choosing the Right Rehab Facility. . . . . . . . . . 66 Mental Health

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What Type of Mental Health Professional Is Right for You?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Medical Centers & Rehabilitation 20 Questions to Ask provides a quick list of important things to ask when searching for senior housing. Find them on pages 71, 90 and 115.

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Medical Centers & Clinics. . . . . . . . . . . . . 68-69 20 Questions to Ask During Hospital Discharge. . 71

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Types of Residential Care for Seniors. . . . . . 74-75 Products & Services

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Home & Housing Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . 78-79 Independent & Retirement

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Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . 83, Back Cover What to Consider When Searching for Your New Apartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 The Villages at Fiskville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 87 Independent & Retirement Communities. . . . . 88-89 Assisted Living

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20 Questions to Ask – Assisted Living. . . . . . . . 90 Belmont Village Senior Living. . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover, 91 Signs It Might Be Time for Assisted Living . . . . . 92 Making the Right Senior Housing Choice . . . . . 93 Assisted Living Communities. . . . . . . . . . . . 94-99 Memory Care

Tips for Effective Alzheimer’s Communication are on page 100.

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Tips for Effective Alzheimer’s Communication. . 100 Memory Care Communities. . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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20 Questions to Ask – Skilled Nursing. . . . . . 105 Skilled Nursing/Rehab Facilities . . . . . . . . 106-109 Nursing Home Champions!. . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

FINAL PLANNING 113 Preparing & Presenting a Eulogy. . . . . . . . . . 112 Final Planning Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . 114-118 Understanding Hospice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Hospices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124-125

RELAX & RESTORE 129 Volunteering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136-137

LEGAL & FINANCIAL 141 5 Must–Have Legal Documents. . . . . . . . . . . 142 Legal & Financial Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Understanding Medicare: Parts, Plans and Meeting Your Needs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

TRANSPORTATION 153 Obtaining a Disabled or Elderly Placard/Plate. . 152 Transportation Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Over 65 Driving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156-157

SPECIAL FEATURES Page for Taking Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Recipes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70, 102, 126 8

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Learn all you need to know about obtaining a disabled license plate or placard for your vehicle.

See page 152.

Notes

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From the Publisher

PU BLI S H E R & E DI T OR -I N-CH I E F Karyn Dean S RG CALE NDAR S UB M I S S I ONS srgcalendar@SRGserv.com

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hile caregiving for my grandmother, I realized that I was not alone in the quest for information and resources— thus was born the Senior Resource Guide.

Having been an eldercare advocate for over 25 years, it was a dream come true to start SRG with my husband C ora Hobbs 1915–2006 and then have our children join us. As a family-owned and operated business, we are committed to assisting those on their quest for active aging, which for many includes caregiving.

Here’s to your quest!

CONT R I B UT OR S Mayo Clinic, NIHSeniorHealth.gov, Jeff Carmack, Mark Carlson, M.D., John B. Earthman, The American Elder Care Research Organization ART DIRECTION/GRAPHIC PRODUCTION Tom Kircher S ALE S Alex Dean – Director of Business Development RJ Gibbs – Senior Account Manager M AR KE T I NG Jennifer Dean Stavert – Director of Marketing Winona Vo – Senior Marketing Executive Megan Medlin – Event + Outreach Marketing Executive DI S T R I B UT I ON Brian Stavert – Manager Myles Moore – Senior Distribution Executive CH I E F E XE CUT I V E OF F I CE R Terry Dean P R E S I DE NT Karyn Dean

Senior Resource Guide is published semi-annually in the Greater Austin area by: SRG Services, Inc. 77 Sugar Creek Center Boulevard, Suite 600 Sugar Land, Texas 77478 281–277–2333 SRGserv.com San Antonio Edition: Spring/Summer 2019 ©2019

kdean@SRGserv.com Disclaimer of Endorsement: Reference herein to any specific products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the Senior Resource Guide.® The views and opinions of authors herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of Senior Resource Guide® and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.

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e r a e c c y l n i a a t d ssis a NURSING SERVICES • NON-MEDICAL SERVICES ADULT DAY CARE CENTERS • HOME HEALTH SERVICES RESPITE GROUPS • SUPPORT GROUPS

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What Level of Care is Right for You? Independent Living Housing for those not in need of additional assistance, such as 55+ apartments or independent/retirement communities.

Continuing Care Retirement Community (*Skilled Nursing only) Housing whereby a senior can age in place. Beginning with independent living, moving to assisted living and finally skilled nursing as needed. All are typically located together on one campus.

Assisted Living Independent living with help provided for activities of daily living.

Personal Care Home Assisted living in a home-like setting and typically has fewer residents.

Skilled Nursing/Rehab* Licensed and equipped to provide residents with healthcare that meets the needs of more involved medical problems.

Alzheimer’s/Dementia Assistance Provides special programs and assistance for those with memory loss.

Some may provide special security measures.

Home Care/Home Health (*Home Health only) Non-medical (home care) or skilled medical care (home health) that allows seniors to remain in their place of residence.

Senior Day Care Program Services typically include meals and activities that provide social interaction. Some centers may accommodate special needs such as Alzheimer’s.

Hospice Care* End of life care for the terminally ill, usually via visits in the home or facility of residence. * Typically accepts Medicare

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Home Care vs Home Health Care How can I determine if home care is necessary?

When self-care at home becomes difficult and/or family caregivers are not available to assist, home care may be the answer. Home care often relieves family members of basic caregiving functions and makes it possible to spend quality time, rather than the functional caregiving time.

Home care is often easier and faster than moving to an institutional care setting and allows the senior to stay at home in familiar surroundings.

What is home health care?

When the need is for more than home and personal care, a home health care agency may be required. Home health care provides skilled medical services (such as administration and adjustment of medication levels, monitoring and dressing of wounds, etc.) in the home by trained medical personnel. Home health care is always ordered and supervised by a physician.

What is home care?

Simply put, home care is non-medical, personal assistance provided in the home. Home care may include help with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene. It may include a wide range of services: taking and recording vital signs, assistance in the bathroom, light housekeeping, meal preparation, companionship, grocery shopping and pharmacy errands, home safety supervision, medication reminders, bill-paying, laundry, and transportation.

Will my insurance cover the costs?

Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurances are sources of payment for receiving home and home health care. Home Healthcare services are typically medically necessary. They are paid for by Medicare or other health insurance, and have been ordered by a physician. Private duty home care services are typically paid for privately, or using long-term care insurance, reverse mortgage proceeds, or Veterans aid and attendance pension benefits, or some combination of any of these programs.

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Need Long-term Care?

by JEFF CARMACK | Texas Health and Human Services

Most of us don’t like to think about long-term care but there’s a good chance that, sooner or later, we’ll need it. According to a study by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, more than 70 percent of Americans over the age of 65 will need long-term care services at some point in their lives.

If you or someone you care about needs long-term care, Texas Health and Human Services can help. The agency offers a wealth of information to connect you to resources, healthcare providers and services that help you live healthier.

VISIT the website at hhs.texas.gov. In the menu bar at the top of the website, click on “Services” to find information on services for people with medical or physical disabilities, intellectual or developmental disabilities, for older adults, and for caregivers who need a break from their duties.

CALL 1-855-937-2372 for information. Although you may not qualify for services, HHS can still steer you in the right direction.

The 28 area agencies on aging offer help to Texans age 60 and older, their family members and caregivers to locate and access local services, including benefits counseling, legal assistance, care coordination, caregiver support services, in-home support and the ombudsman program.

DIAL 2-1-1 Texas, a program operated by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, connects Texans with the services they need. Accurate, well-organized and easy-to-find information from more than 60,000 state and local health and human services programs is available by phone and online. For more information, dial 2-1-1 or visit 211texas.org.

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Non-profit pending

Enhancing quality of life through information, advocacy and service.

Who

We are comprised of a group of professionals serving central Texas in the fields of law, financial services, real estate, mortgage, Medicare, accounting and insurance.

What

Our goal is to make it easy and convenient for seniors and their families to find up-to-date information and resources either through our network or referrals to other professionals.

Why

Our experience tells us that the seniors who are able and actively participate in making their own decisions are happier, healthier and well informed.

Where

Through our FREE seminars and workshops where we take a NO SALES PITCH approach. We provide information and answer questions.

How

By working in partnership with seniors, their caregivers and loved ones.

Call 512-317-4481 or visit SilverSeniorServicesCentralTX.org for more information.

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Long-Distance Caregiving Checklist Here are a few items to keep in mind during your next visit.

• Attend a doctor’s appointment with your parent to find out current health status and concerns.

• Check with the pharmacy to make sure your parent is getting all his or her prescriptions filled and on a timely basis.

• Kitchen check-up. Make sure to report any weight loss to the doctor as it can also be a sign of something more serious. Check the refrigerator to make sure there is ample food or for outdated food.

• Assess driving ability.

• Meet your parents’ neighbors and close friends and get their phone numbers, and provide your emergency contact.

• Discuss your parents’ wishes for health care and finances in case they are unable to make those decisions in the future.

• Gather a list of trustworthy, reputable eldercare and related resources in the community.

• Get copies of your parent’s insurance card(s), physicians’ names and phone numbers, key contacts and medical history.

• Do a safety evaluation of the home.

• Consider a personal emergency response system.

Long Distance Caregiving: Planning For the Future Here are some primary areas where aging parents often need help.

• Medication management • Meal preparation • Transportation • Declining mobility or health • Memory problems • Household deficiencies

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MEALS ON WHEELS: Weekday home-delivered meals for seniors who have difficulty leaving their homes and preparing their own meals. Delivery is Monday – Friday around the noon hour.

AniMeAls: Monthly home-delivered pet food for the cats and

dogs who provide companionship for seniors receiving Meals on Wheels.

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FRIENDLY VISITOR: Weekly visits from volunteers for a friendly chat and to provide minor assistance.

All services are provided at no cost to the recipient, donations are appreciated.

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mowsatx.org 210.735.5115

LOVE AND SUPPORT FLOURISH HERE As San Antonio’s only non-profit dementia-specific adult day activity center we offer seniors weekday care in 3 San Antonio locations.

Find the Grace Place nearest you and call today to learn more!

Babcock: 4306 NW Loop 410 (at Babcock), 210-735-2589 Nacogdoches: 13420 Nacogdoches Rd. (at Higgins), 210-599-7405 x 2 Downtown: 504 Avenue E (in Grace Lutheran Church), 210-271-9396 Nourishment + Independence + Caring

Learn more at graceplacesa.org

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Help for Caregivers ANIMAL RESCUE/PET ADOPTION Animal Care Services | 210–207–4738 sanantonio.gov/AnimalCare Animal Defense League of Texas 210–655–1481 | adltexas.org

Care Connection Aging & Disability Resource Center 855–937–2372 | careconnection.org Caregiver Action Network 202–454–3970 | caregiveraction.org Caregiver Resource Network 888–456–5664 | caregiverresource.net

Canyon Lake Animal Shelter 830–629–5287 Humane Society of New Braunfels Area 830–629–5287 | hsnba.org San Antonio Human Society 210–226–7461 | sahumane.org/

Caregiver SOS | 866–390–6491 caregiversos.org Family Caregiver Alliance 800–445–8106 | caregiver.org HELPGUIDE.org | helpguide.org LeadingAge | 202–783–2242

CAREGIVER INFORMATION, leadingage.org RESEARCH, EDUCATION, SERVICES AND ADVOCACY National Alliance for Caregiving

301–718–8444 | caregiving.org

AARP | 888–687–2277 | aarp.org

National Caregivers Library 804–327–1111 caregiverslibrary.org

AgingCare.com | 239–594–3222 Alamo Area Agency on Aging 210–362–5561 | alamoaging.org

Texas Health and Human Services 512–424–6500 | hhs.texas.gov

Alzheimer’s Association 800–272–3900 | alz.org/care American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging 202–662–8690 | abanet.org/aging ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center 703–256–2084 | archrespite.org Assisted Living Research Institute 800–622–3915 | assistedliving.org

Today’s Caregiver 800–829–2734 | caregiver.com USA.gov | 844–872–4681 | usa.gov For Veterans Warrior Care warriorcare.dodlive.mil/caregiverresources/

Bexar Area Agency on Aging 210–477–3275 | bexaraging.org

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Alamo Area Agency on Aging 210–362–5200 | aacog.com Alzheimer’s Association 800–272–3900 | alz.org

Consumer Rights and Services In nursing homes, assisted living facilities, day activity and health services.

800–458–9858

Bexar Area Agency on Aging 210–477–3275 | aacog.com

Long–Term Care Ombudsman Program 800–296–2606

Caregiverlist | 312–669–8821 caregiverlist.com

Nursing Home Abuse Guide 866–871–8427 nursinghomeabuseguide.com

American Red Cross | redcross.org

DISABILITIES SERVICES & INFORMATION ARCIL, Inc. 512–832–6349 Austin Main Office 512–396–5790 San Marcos 512–828–4624 Round Rock BLVD.com 877–833–2480 | blvd.com Criss Cole Rehabilitation Center twc.texas.gov/jobseekers/criss-colerehabilitation-center Disability Rights Texas | 800–252–9108 disabilityrightstx.org Disability Services of the Southwest 210–798–0123 Texas Health and Human Services 855–937–2372 hhs.texas.gov (Keyword: disability) Texas Workforce Commission – Vocational Rehabilitation Services 800–628–5115 twc.texas.gov/jobseekers/vocationalrehabilitation-services The Arc of San Antonio 210–490–4300 | 210–682–4200 arc–sa.org U.S. Department of Labor Disability programs and services nationwide. disability.gov

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CAREGIVER TRAINING

Texas Advocates for Nursing Home 512–719–4757 | Residents tanhr.net Texas Abuse Hotline 800–252–5400 Texas Adult Protective Services 512–438–4800 | www.dfps.state.tx.us Texas Health and Human Services – Aging 855–937–2372 hhs.texas.gov/services/aging

HELP LINES Caregivers Support Line | 855–260–3274 South Texas Veterans Health Care System 210–949–3994 Veterans Crisis Line | 800–273–8255 veteranscrisisline.net

MEAL ASSISTANCE Food Pantries Agape Ministries | 210–646–8567 Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio | 210–222–1294 Ella Austin Community Center 210–224–2351 G.R.A.S.P. Emergency Assistance Office 210–658–6351 Hill Country Daily Bread Ministries 830–249–0025 Hill Country Family Services – Kendall County | 830–249–8643

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Help for Caregivers House of Neighborly Service – Emergency Food Pantry | 210–434–2301 Inner City Development | 210–224–7239 Jefferson Outreach | 210–734–5016 Kerr County Area Christian Assistance Ministry | 830–257–4222 San Antonio Food Bank Seniors Project HOPE, Seniors only | 210–337–3663 South Texas Resource and Assistance Center, Inc. | 830–393–7888 Emergency Food

Christian Hope Resource Center 321 N. General McMullen 210–732–3776 De Paul Family Center 7603 Somerset Rd | 210–924–5903 Little Church of La | 910 N. Flores 210–352–2028 Meal on Wheels/Vouchers/Meal Programs Alamo Area Agency on Aging 210–477–3275 Bexar Area Agency on Aging 210–477–3275

Ella Austin Community Center 210–224–2351

Catholic Worker House, 626 Nolan 210–224–7736

Greater Randolph Area Service Program Inc | 210–658–6351 Hispanic Religious | 210–731–8118

Claude Black Community Center 210–353–2222

Madonna Neighborhood Center 210–435–1391

Family Service Association 702 San Pedro Ave | 210–299–2400

Presa Community Service Center 210–532–5295

Guadalupe Community Center 1801 Cesar Chavez | 210–226–6178

Urban Connection 210–734–5599

Haven for Hope 1 Haven for Hope Way | 210–220–2100

Groceries Antioch Baptist Church 1001 N. Walters | 210–225–2452

Meals on Wheels 4306 NW Interstate 410 Loop Frontage Rd 210–735–5115

Blessed Angels Community Center (BACC) 210–284–4391

Metropolitan Community Church 611 E Myrtle St | 210–472–3597

Catholic Charities | 2903 W Salinas St 210–433–3256

Senior Nutrition Feeding Sites Info 210–207–7172

Christian Assistance Ministries 110 McCullough Ave. | 210–223–6648

SNAP/Food Stamps (HHSC) 888–834–7406

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The Mission Continues | 314–588–8805 missioncontinues.org

SOS, Inc. – New Braunsfels 830–629–3663

The Kerr County Veterans Service Office 830–792–2203

St. Henry’s Catholic Church 1619 S Flores St | 210–225–6877

Helping a Hero | 888–786–9531 helpingahero.org

Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid – food stamps 1111 N. Main Ave | 210–212–3700

Lone Survivor Foundation 936–755–6075 lonesurvivorfoundation.org

Travis Park U.M. Church, E Travis St 210–226–8341

SENIOR ADVOCACY

Travis County Veteran Services 512–854–9340

Nursing Home Advocates 800–296–2606

U.S. Army Wounded Warrior Program (AW2) | 877–393–9058

SENIOR FRAUD

Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) 877–832–6997 woundedwarriorproject.org

Attorney General of Texas 800–252–8011 exasattorneygeneral.gov

DAILY CARE ASSISTANCE

Society of St. Vincent de Paul 210–225–7837

Medicare Fraud Hotline Inspector General | 800–447–8477 Texas State Securities Board 512–305–8301 | ssb.texas.gov

VETERAN SERVICES Bexar County Veterans Services Office 210–335–6775 Hill Country Veterans’ Services – Bandera 830–426–4362 Hill Country Veterans’ Services – Kerr 830–792–7511 Hill Country Veterans’ Services – Medina 830–426–4362 Hill Country Veterans’ Services – Gillespie 325–247–5895 Texas State Veterans Homes 800–252–8387 | www.glo.texas.gov Texas Veterans Commission tvc.state.tx.us TexVet | 512–341–4924 | texvet.org SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Adult Day Care Centers DAILY CARE ASSISTANCE

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Grace Place – Downtown 504 Avenue E 78215 210–271–9396

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Heavenly Hands Adult Day Center 8001 Midcrown Dr Ste 104 & 106 78218 210–337–3640

La Estrella at Hondo 2515 19th St 78861 830–426–8984

Heavenly Hearts Adult Daycare, LLC 2034 Austin Hwy 78218 210–338–8347

NEW BRAUNFELS Close To Home Adult Day Care 1308 W San Antonio St 78130 830–629–2332 My Friends Haus 790 Landa St 78130 830–626–8611

SAN ANTONIO Acts – Adult Day & Activity Center 328 West Mayfield Blvd 78221 210–932–2287 Agape Adult Day Care, Inc 1414 Fredericksburg Rd 78201 210–733–1139 Alamocare Adult Activity Daycare 1300 West Ave 78201 210–435–7800 Careplex Adult Day Care Center, Inc 7519 Marbach Rd Ste 106 78227 210–675–3255 Casa De Amistad Adult Day Care 1933 Fredricksberg Rd 101 78201 210–737–6955 Exclusive Adult Day Care 813 Bandera Rd Ste 2 78228 210–432–2667 Grace Place – Nacogdoches 13420 Nacogdoches Rd 78217 210–599–7405 Grace Place – Babcock 4306 NW Loop 410 78229 210–735–2589

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Kirby Adult Day Care, Inc 5135 Old Seguin Rd Ste B 78219 210–310–1602 La Estrella 2301 San Fernando St 78207 210–436–0533 La Estrella South Flores, LLC 6315 S Flores St 78214 210–932–4991 Living Days Adult Day Care Center, Inc 2603 W Southcross Blvd 78211 210–977–9178 Memory & Wellness Senior Center, LLC 8802 Broadway St 78217 210–822–2919 Milagro Discovery 6810 Bandera Rd Ste 1 78238 210–815–1385 Mission Road Developmental Center 8706 Mission Rd 78214 210–924–9265 Mother Earth Adult Daycare Center 8464 Barron Rd 78240 210–691–1778 Mundo De Amor Adult Day Care, LLC 4606 E Southcross Blvd 78222 210–648–0238 New Dawn Adult Day Care 10300 Heritage Ste 101 78216 210–341–1012 Our Place Adult Day Care Center 3455 Martin Luther King Dr 78220 210–223–3141

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Tlc Adult Day Care Centers, Inc 3662 Culebra Rd 78228 210–438–1060

Seniors 2000 Southcross Center 2368 E Southcross 78223 210–531–9500

V.I.P. Activity Center 1925 Rigsby Bldg A/B 78210 210–333–5151

Seniors 2000 Callaghan Center 4396 Callaghan Rd 78228 210–435–1800

Windcrest Mcdaniel Adult Day Service 6292 Montgomery Dr 78239 210–590–6840

Sterling Adult Day Care 4252 Thousand Oaks 78217 210–656–4772

SCHERTZ First Street Assisted Living & Adult Day Care 312 First St 78154 210–364–5864

Sterling Adult Day Care 543 Pinn Rd 78227 210–670–1105 Texcare Adult Day Services, Inc 1915 La Manda Blvd 78201 210–541–8111 The Center for Healthcare Services 227 West Drexel Blvd 78210 210–261–1000

SEGUIN Adult Day Care Centers of America, Inc 501 N Camp St 78155 830–372–3600

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Primrose Lane Adult Day Care 6812 Bandera Rd, Ste 124 78238 210–647–8300

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FLORESVILLE

Bandera Tri County Home Health Agency, Inc. 830–510–6500

Connally Memorial Home Health 830–393–1540

BOERNE

Nurses In Touch Home Health 830–216–7111

All County Home Care And Hospice 830–331–1291

FREDERICKSBURG

Childrens Home Healthcare 830–775–9133

Encompass Home Health Of Fredericksburg 830–990–2423

Home Instead Senior Care Franchise 577 830–249–4988

Fredericksburg Home Care, LLC 830–992–3392

Nurse Next Door–N San Antonio/Hill Country 830–981–2444

Hill Country Memorial Home Care 830–997–1336

Ohana Pediatric Home Health, LLC 210–451–8555

HONDO Care Home Health Services 830–426–8888

Standards Home Health 888–671–7007

God’s Country Phc Services 830–426–2786

Texas Healthcare Solutions, Inc. 830–755–6027 Texas Kids Home Therapy And Nursing, PLLC 210–360–1662

Vca Care Services, Inc. 830–584–2016

KERRVILLE

Visiting Angels 830–431–1100

Alternative Health Care 830–895–3104

CANYON LAKE

Bandera Tri County Home Health Agency, Inc. 830–895–3100

Angels In Charge Healthcare, LLC 210–251–9227

CASTLE HILLS

Caring Senior Service Of The Hill Country 830–895–3111

JPR Quality Home Health Care, Inc. 516–499–1227

Carter Healthcare 866–338–4854

Speech Web Home Care, LLC 210–525–1441

Hill Country Signs Of Hope 830–895–0747

CASTROVILLE

Personalized Living At Patriot Heights 830–895–2626

Heal–Anew Healthcare Services, LLC 210–612–2188

Peterson Home Care 830–257–3111

CONVERSE

Standards Home Health 888–671–7007

Awesome Healthcare Services, LLC 210–858–7883 First Steps Nursing And Therapy Services, PLLC 210–945–0007

DEVINE Heartland Hospice And Home Health, LLC 830–663–8088

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Texas Healthcare Solutions, Inc. 830–895–2101

LA VERNIA Advanced Home Health Services 830–779–2835

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Aa Care Services 830–609–9128

A Plus Family Care, LLC 210–342–2819

Accolade Home Care 830–627–1300

A*Med Home Health 210–734–7333

Advanced Home Health Services 830–625–4144 Caring Senior Service – New Braunfels Plus 830–629–0509 Carter Healthcare 830–625–4837

Abbie Health Care, Inc. 210–341–7800

Equality Homecare, Inc. 830–500–2384

Abiding Home Health, LLC 210–403–0901

Hill Country Home Health 830–627–7111

Ability Pediatric Therapy 210–344–5437

Himmel Home Health, LLC 830–625–8338 Home Care Assistance Of San Antonio 210–557–7851 Home Instead Senior Care 830–624–8380

Absolute Care 210–202–1222

Adam Primary Home Care Services 210–215–3159

Legend Home Health 210–378–9873

Adaptive Health Services, LLC 210–824–5530

Med Team Inc 830–629–8181

Adept Home Health Care, Inc. 210–639–9112

Restorative Health Care 830–624–2224

Adventia Healthcare Associates, Inc. 210–579–4892

Standards Home Health 888–671–7007

Adventus Hospice & Home Health Care 210–912–9688

Texan Home Care 830–237–3047

Advocate Home Care 210–521–1244

Visiting Angels 830–431–1100

Affordable Venture Home Healthcare 210–290–9310

SAN ANTONIO

Ageless Living Home Health, LLC 210–581–5840

1 World Home Care 210–315–3669 A + Abundant Care Home Health, LLC 210–545–2627

A Good Home Health Care 210–737–6690

Above and Beyond Caregiving 210–320–3659

Acp Primary Home Care, Inc. 210–558–9480

Interim Healthcare 830–214–0039

A Comfort Care 210–341–4300

Aa Care Services 210–639–6916 Abba Elder Care 210–267–8053

Christus Homecare 830–629–7568

A Amazing Home Care 210–979–6022

A1 Ultra Homecare 210–745–2250

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A Plus Family Care, LLC 210–639–9111

NEW BRAUNFELS

Aim Care Home Health, Inc. 210–733–7885 Alamo Companion Services, LLC 210–558–0356 Alamo Home Healthcare, Inc. 210–541–8884 Alamo Pediatric Therapy 830–714–7077

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SAN ANTONIO - Continued Alamo Rehab Specialists 210–421–9057 Alcocer Primary Home Care, Inc. 210–785–9311 All Your Home Health Incorporated 210–308–5511 All–Care 210–348–8805 Almamia Health Services, Inc. 210–438–9151 Alpha Care Home Health 210–320–6417 Alpha Nursing & Therapy, LLC 210–593–9803 Altima Home Health Care, Inc. 210–888–2625 Amada Senior Care North San Antonio 210–316–9699 Amazing Grace Primary Home Care 210–455–2738 American Medical Direct 210–832–8300 American Medical Home Health Services San Antonio, LLC 210–735–6225 Americare In Home Care, Inc. 210–447–2273 Americas Medical Team, Inc. 210–431–3643 Amistad Homecare, Inc. 210–474–0037 Anchor Safe Health Care, Inc 210–293–9400 Anew Healthcare, Inc. 210–359–0240 Angel Healthcare 210–225–8019 Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health 210–731–9570 Angels Unlimited Home Health, Inc. 210–680–8829 Anointed Angels Caregivers, Inc. 210–375–5589

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Listed by City Anthem Healthcare 210–893–2468 Apex Home Health 210–541–0131 Aqts Home Health 210–349–0096 Aramis Health Services 210–530–4788 Ascensia Home Health 210–521–0575 Associates Home Health Agency 210–541–8707 Assurance Residential Care Services, Inc. 210–541–0829 Assure Home Healthcare, Inc. 210–684–6600 Authentic Home Care, Inc. 210–354–3000 Avid Senior Services 210–342–3878 Avionn 210–826–2776 Axiom Home Health, Inc. 210–684–8300 Axiom Home Health, Inc. 210–366–1125 Axis Home Health 210–223–4933 Baptist Home Health 210–558–9606 Bee First Primary Home Care 888–290–2395 Best Care Home Health 210–525–0179 Bethesda Texas Home Health Limited Liability Company 210–479–5740 Bexar Care Home Health, Inc. 210–822–2048 Blue Sky Pediatric Home Healthcare, LLC 210–428–2518 Brightstar Care 210–377–3355 Brit–Tex Nursing Services, Inc. 210–733–3246

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Concord Primary Care Services, Inc. 210–732–0130

Brookdale Therapy Parklane West 210–824–9886

Continucare Home Health, Inc. 210–734–6166

Bst Home Health and Hospice 210–838–6340

Coram Cvs/Speciality Ifusion Services 210–523–0125

By Design Homecare, Inc. 210–654–7500

Crest Medical 210–734–8000

Capitol Home Health 210–538–9090

Devout Home Health, Inc. 210–549–2986

Caprock Home Health Services, Inc. 210–225–7003

Deystar Home Health Care 210–682–9530

Cardinal Senior Care 210–684–7080

Disability Services of The Southwest, Inc. 210–798–0123

Care Professional Nursing, Inc. 210–734–4040

Eagle Healthcare Services 210–289–1582

Caring Companions of San Antonio 210–764–8500

Eastwood Care Services 210–532–5700

Caring Senior Service of San Antonio 210–227–9494

Educare Community Living Corporation – Texas 210–979–7009

Caring Solutions San Antonio 210–508–4576

Edwards Home Health 210–338–8263

Carter Healthcare 866–338–4854

Empower Therapy Services, Inc. 210–648–3579

Casa Linda Homecare, Inc. 210–349–5515

En Su Casa Caregivers 210–922–2560

Castle Homecare 4 Kids, LLC 210–561–7788

Encompass Home Health of Central Texas 210–824–0144

Child’s Play Therapeutic Homecare, Inc. 210–348–7529

Encompass Home Health Pediatric Services 210–804–0193

Christus Vna Homecare San Antonio 210–785–5200

Epic Health Services 210–366–0200

Circle of Care 210–698–9844

Epic Health Services 210–226–9536

Clips Primary Home Care 210–355–4808

Essy Quality Healthcare, LLC 210–979–6969

Coastal Home Health Care, Inc. 210–348–8281

Esteem Home Health Care 210–366–3661

Colonial Home Health, Inc. 210–225–1115

Ethos Eldercare, LLC 210–267–8053

Comfort Keepers 210–399–0202

Everlasting Home Health Care, Inc. 210–348–6860

Community Assistance Healthcare Services, LLC 210–548–1729

Faith and Hope Home Health Care, Inc. 513–501–4177

Completecare Home Health and Hospice 210–520–7977

Faith Nursing and Therapy, LLC 210–702–9722

Comprehensive Home Health, Inc. 210–438–7117

Family Service Association of San Antonio, Inc. 210–299–2400

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Brookdale Home Health San Antonio 210–248–3081

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SAN ANTONIO - Continued Fidelity Home Care Agency 210–716–7416

Listed by City Hill Country Home Health 210–314–5749 Himmel Home Health, LLC 210–979–7334

Forte Health Services 210–590–8886

Home Care Assistance of San Antonio 210–495–6300

From The Heart Pediatric Therapy, Inc. 210–404–9228

Home Caring, LLC 210–737–9230

Fusion Home Health, LLC 210–461–6189

Home Health Innovations, Inc. 210–738–1600

Generations Health Care, Inc. 210–595–8553

Home Helpers Of San Antonio 210–627–7018

Generous Home Care Management, LLC 210–239–5056

Home Instead Senior Care 210–614–1132

Girling Community Care Texas

By Harden Healthcare 210–616–0212

Home Nursing & Therapy Services 210–822–8807

Girling Home Health 210–614–0473

Homecare Dimensions, Inc. 210–696–2626

Green Apple Home Health 210–524–2400

Homecare Support Group, Inc. 210–324–1162

Griswold Home Care San Antonio Northeast/Northwest 210–496–9993

Homewatch Caregivers of North San Antonio 210–363–3143 Honorcare Home Health 210–524–9889

Guardian Angels Healthcare 210–437–4119

In Home Senior Care 210–256–2273

Guardian Healthcare 210–377–1033

Infinity Home Health Services 210–861–2853

H And H Medical Services, Inc. 210–930–2828

Inhome Care 210–212–6678

Handson 210–614–1161

Integrity Senior Care, LLC 210–734–0424

Hannah Homehealth Care 210–655–8700

Interim Healthcare 210–377–3933

Healing Hearts Personal Services 210–738–9000

Interim Healthcare 210–377–3933

Health Care Partners of San Antonio 210–366–4272

Joe Anthony Home Care, LLC 210–293–1170

Health Sense Home Care 210–881–0686

Jonsan Home Health Incorporated 210–818–6366

Heart To Heart Homecare 210–404–9373 Helping Hands of San Antonio Home Care 210–977–8273 Helping Our Seniors, LLC 210–492–8100

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Jordan Health Services 210–737–1700 Kinderside Home Health Services 210–309–7585

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Outreach Health Services 210–736–1812

La Gloria Health Services, Inc. 210–323–1365

Patience Home Health Care 210–340–4445

Legacy Home Health Agency, Inc. 210–736–1855

Pedia Pros Home Health, Inc. 210–481–4791

Lifespan Home Health 877–434–3153

Pediatric Health Therapy, Inc. 210–649–0721

Lighthouse Primary Home Care, LLC 210–598–9751

Pediatric Private Duty Nursing, Inc. 210–710–0588

Little Engine Homecare, Inc. 210–692–0222

Pentec Health, Inc. 800–223–4376

Living Tree Of Life 210–377–3444

Personal Care Management, Inc. 210–829–1155

Loving Care Home Health, LLC 210–697–7200

Personalized Living at Patriot Heights 210–829–1400

Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. 210–341–3800

Personalized Living At Patriot Heights 210–696–6005

Maxmed Healthcare, Inc. 210–599–3233

Pinnacle Senior Care 210–832–8031

Med Team, Inc. 210–227–9900

Premier Home Health Agency 210–231–0435

Mercyfull Home Health, Inc. 210–308–9000

Pride Phc Services, Inc. 210–949–1303

Merida Health Care Group 210–923–7800

Primavera PHC 210–334–0955

Meridian HCS, LLC 210–826–9393

Professional Care Home Health, Inc. 210–342–3464

Millennium Home Health Care, Inc. 210–737–1545

Professional Caretakers, Inc. 210–805–1266

Monarca Home Health, Inc. 210–699–0300

Progressive Home Care, Inc. 210–543–9081

National Nursing & Rehab Adult, LLC 210–822–0477

Progressive Primary Care 210–673–0024

New Beginning Home Health Agency 210–474–6328

Psa Healthcare, Inc. 210–399–2005

New Horizon Provider Services 210–584–5845

Pt Home Services Of San Antonio, Inc. 210–342–2667

Newday Home Health Care 210–306–7876

Pure Life Home Health Care Corp 210–843–7265

Nix Home Care 210–341–0505

Quality First Home Health Care, Inc. 210–364–4249

Nurses Unlimited, Inc. 210–732–4184

Quality Home Health Care Services 210–229–9908

Omo Cares, LLC 210–298–3022

Questqual Pediatric Services 210–739–6480

Once Upon A Time Home Health, LLC 210–432–6623

Rainbow Pediatric Home Health, PLLC 210–614–4434

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La Estrella Home Care 210–436–0533

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SAN ANTONIO - Continued Regain Home Health, Inc. 210–781–2002 Regal Life Home Health Care Service Providers, LLC 210–273–0499 Rescare Homecare 210–366–1898

Signal Home Health Care, LLC 210–732–7600

Restorative Health Care 210–737–8090

Simply The Best Home Therapy, LLC 210–479–5875

Restorative Pediatrics 210–733–0524

Sisters Care At The Village 210–733–9800

Right At Home 210–308–9346

Small Steps Pediatric Home Health 210–614–4470

River City Home Care 210–342–2273

SNG–Barlite San Saba Dialysis Centers, LP 210–922–3377

S. A. Nurses Home Health Agency, LLC 210–798–2199

Soft Touch Home Care, Inc. 210–433–7707

Saint Benedicts Home Health, Inc. 210–923–2285

Southern Assured Home Health, LLC 210–236–5485

Saldivar Home Health, Inc. 210–558–6260

Special Kids Care 210–615–5242

Saldivar Primary Home Care 210–384–0909

Speech Strong, Inc. 210–802–4808

San Antonio Home Health 210–787–3343

St Mark Home Health Care, LLC 210–366–2352

San Antonio Home Health Care 210–877–5222

St. Mary’s, PHC 210–389–5935

San Antonio Personal Touch Home Aides 210–341–5705 San Antonio Refugee Youth Sports America 210–875–0229

San Rafael Healthcare, Inc. 210–255–1466 Santana Primary Home Care, Inc. 210–438–9357

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Seniorbridge Family Companies Tx, Inc. 210–822–9494

Seraph Healthcare Systems, Inc. 210–334–1377

Resource Home Health Services 210–525–0820

San Juan Primary Home Care Agency 210–927–7712

Senior Buddies, LLC 210–698–7772

Seniors Helping Seniors 210–416–2273

Resilient Home Health Care, Inc. 210–875–0229

San Antonio Visiting Angels 210–762–6460

Scarlet Medical Home Health 210–560–6064

Step By Step Home Care and Therapy, PLLC 210–615–7837 Stone Oak Home Health Services 210–451–0256 Strictly Therapy Home Health, LLC 210–617–5511 Summit Home Health Care 210–615–3877 Sunshine Therapy & Nursing Services 956–723–6600 Superior Home Health of San Antonio, LLC 210–662–0004

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Wecare Health Services, Inc. 210–682–1424

Synergy Homecare of Greater San Antonio 210–267–1252

West Side Primary Home Care, Inc. 210–433–3133

Texas Health Quest, Inc. 210–736–1551

X–Cel Pediatric Home Health, LLC 210–949–0615

Texas Health Staffing Services, Inc. 956–433–3133

SEGUIN

Texas Heartfelt Personal Care, LLC 210–616–9790

Advanced Home Health Services 830–379–6171

SELMA

Texas Home Health of America 210–349–7240 Texas Home Health Skilled Services 210–349–7355 Texcare Healthcare System, LLC 210–541–8111

Southern Assured Home Health, LLC 210–257–5765

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Sweet Pea’s Pedi Care, Inc. 210–824–1833

Foundation Home Health 210–901–2864

Thank You Nurses, Ltd. 210–767–9044

Mkare Management, Inc. 210–663–0169

The Medical Team, Inc. 210–227–9000

UNIVERSAL CITY

Therapy 2000 214–467–9787

Golden Heart Senior Care 210–679–1888

Titan Health Services, LLC 210–736–6100 Total Home Health 210–495–5493 Touch Of Class 210–653–8475 Touching Hearts At Home 210–465–7012 Triage Home Care 210–457–4444 Tricare Home Health Services, Inc. 210–342–7777 Tried and True Home Care Services, LLC 210–305–4961 Trusted Homecare Services 210–249–5300 Unique Home Health 210–924–6077 Universal Nursing Services Of Texas 210–568–8387 Us Renal Care San Antonio Home Therapies 210–444–1958 Visiting Angels 210–826–9200 Walgreens Infusion Services 888–492–5442

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Support Groups If you’re facing a stressful life change, you don’t have to tackle it alone.

Consider a support group which provides an opportunity for people to share personal experiences, coping strategies, and firsthand information about diseases or treatments. Find additional support groups covering a range of topics on srgserv.com.

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Alamo Area Council of Governments aacog.com

South Texas Veterans Health Care System southtexas.va.gov

Alzheimer’s Association – San Antonio alz.org/sanantonio American Parkinson’s Disease Association apdaparkinson.org

VA Caregiver Support caregiver.va.gov Veteran’s Support Groups bexar.tx.networkofcare.org

Brain Injury Support Groups hhs.texas.gov

GRIEF Bereavement Support Groups bexar.tx.networkofcare.org

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Diabetes Checklist

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See your health care team at least twice a year to find and treat any problems early. Ask what steps you can take to reach your goals.

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Americans are living longer and leading healthier lives than just 20 years ago. Good news, but a reminder that today’s lifestyle will affect quality of life in later years. Research shows that changes in body and brain can begin years before symptoms of disease appear—up to two decades, in the case of Alzheimer’s disease.

Top Five Tips for Healthy Aging: 1. Eat Right – High fiber, low-fat foods rich in anti-oxidants combat diseases like diabetes, heart disease, arthritis and cognitive decline. Processed foods high in carbohydrates and bad fats cause inflammation, joint pain and tissue damage.

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5 Tips for Aging Well

2. Exercise Every Day – Include cardiovascular and strength training; best activities work mind and body together – like dancing.

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Medical Equipment Assistance Home Health Closet at Rainbow Senior Center

Provides access for all members in the community to used and new durable medical equipment. All equipment is loaned out at no charge and regardless of age or income.

830–249–2114 DONATIONS

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Donations of gently used medical supplies and equipment are accepted Monday – Friday. Pick–up of donations of large equipment items or large quantities of supplies or items can be scheduled.

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Did you know that if you qualify Medicare may cover the cost of nebulized breathing medications?

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• Med4Home is a pharmacy with national service of respiratory focused pharmaceuticals • Our pharmacy carries a variety of commercially available nebulizer medications • We offer a wide selection of home and portable nebulizer compressors • Our customers receive personal service and industry expertise for the day-to-day medication they need to stay healthy For more information and to see if you qualify call:

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Did you know that people aged 80-84 take an average of 18 different types of medication per year? Here are 4 reasons why you should trust a licensed assisted living community to manage and dispense medications to an elderly person.

TREATMENT & PREVENTION

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1. Eliminate Unnecessary Medications: A nurse can review your medications with your physician and provide feedback on your reaction to medications. This could lead to a reduction in the number of medications prescribed to seniors in a licensed assisted living community.

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3. Fewer Errors and Mistakes: Keeping track of a multitude of prescriptions can be a hassle. Especially when it comes time to reorder them! A trained medication aide will be there to make sure that the right medication is taken at the right time.

4. Peace of Mind for Doctors: By having a trained professional keep track of senior’s medications, your doctor can be confident that their orders are being followed.

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TREATMENT & PREVENTION

Medication & Medical Services AARP–Pharmacy Services Benefits Check Up RX

Randolph Area Christian Assistance Program 210–658–1613

800–456–2277 nefitscheckup.org

Seguin Unit of the Salvation Army 830–401–4872

H–E–B Pharmacies heb.com/pharmacy

Texas DADS In–Home and Family Support

Access public and private programs for prescription drug savings

Assistance with the cost of medication, medical supplies

Walgreens Pharmacies 800–925–4733 COMMUNITY PROGRAM MEDICATION ASSISTANCE

Bob Ross Multi–Health and Services Center 210–207–5300

855–937–2372 www.dads.state.tx.us/services

EMERGENCY MEDICATION ASSISTANCE

Community Service Program 210–207–7830

Christian Assistance Ministry – Kerr County 830–257–4222

Med Saver Direct

Apply for free prescription medications

636–206–0262 medsaverdirect.com

Community Medicaid/STAR+PLUS MEDICATION 800–772–1213

SIDE EFFECTS

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FDA CDER Drug Information Line 888–463–6332 www.fda.gov/drugs Internet Drug Index Site rxlist.com

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Dermik Laboratories 866–268–7326

Allergan Prescription Pharmaceuticals 800–553–6783

Dura–Med Pharmaceuticals Cenestin 800–425–3122

Amgen, Inc

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TREATMENT & PREVENTION

COMPANIES WITH PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS

Aricept Assistance Program

800–272–9376

800–226–2072

Adek Assist 866–292–2679

Forest Pharmaceuticals, Inc 800–851–0758

Baxter Healthcare 800–422–9837

Galderma Laboratories 866–730–5074

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Glaxo/SmithKline Commitment to Access 866–265–6491

Biovail Patient Assistance Program Graceway Pharmaceuticals 866–268–7325 800–328–0255 Boehringer Ingelheim Cares HUMIRA Medicare Assistance 800–556–8317 800–448–6472 Bristol–Myers Squibb Company Ligand Pharmaceuticals 800–736–0003 877–654–4263 bmspaf.org Merck Patient Assistance Program Centocor, Inc 800–727–5400 Remicade Assist merck.com 866–489–5957 Merck/Schering Plough Patient Daiichi Sankyo Pharma Assistance Program 866–268–7327 800–347–7503 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Medication & Medical Services National Organization for Rare Disorders 800–999–6673 rarediseases.org

Roche Laboratories

Novartis Patient Assistance Program 800–277–2254 pharma.us.novartis.com

Sanof Patient Assistance Program 888–981–2491

Pardee Cancer Center

800–521–7157

979–233–1426

Serono Laboratories, Inc 877–447–3243

Patient Assistance Program

800–285–4484 rocheusa.com

Schering–Plough Corp

Commitment to Care Program

Assistance with Cancer Medications

Pfizer, Inc

Connection to Care

Solvay Pharmaceuticals 800–256–8918

Pharmacy Connections

Manufacturer sponsored prescription drug assistance programs

888–435–3377

Takeda Pharmaceutical North America, Inc 800–830–9159 tpna.com

Pharmion Corporation 866–742–7646

Upsher–Smith 800–654–2299

Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals, Inc 800–830–9049

Venofer 800–282–7712

800–707–8990

Purdue Pharma 888–726–7535 purduepharma.com RapAssist 877–472–7268

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Rx Assist rxassist.org

Needy Meds needymeds.org Partnership for Prescription Assistance 888–477–2669 pparx.org

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Hearing & Deaf Services FREE, LOW–COST, OR SLIDING SCALE EXAMS & HEARING AIDS, SUPPORT, ASSISTANCE AND REFERENCES

Hearing Loss Association of America 301–657–2248 hearingloss.org

Adco Hearing Products 800–726–0851 adcohearing.com

Internal Revenue Service TTY 800–829–4059

American Academy of Audiology 800–222–2336 audiology.org American Speech–Language– Hearing Association asha.org Association of Late–Deafened Adults alda.org Better Hearing Institute

Provides free info on hearing professionals, hearing aids, and assistive technology

800–327–9355 betterhearing.org

Bob Ross Multi–Health and Services Center 210–207–5300 Hearing Aid Hotline 800–521–5247

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Medicaid Hearing Exams (Texas HHSC) 800–252–8263 NewSound Hearing Aid Centers Financing Options Available

210–359–8433

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210–829–7438

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Free video lending program for registered Level 2 members.

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TTY 800–237–6819 dcmp.org Relay Texas

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800–735–2989 or 711 puc.state.tx.us

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Eligible Texans may receive a voucher that can be exchanged for specialized telephone equipment at no charge

“STAP” Assistance Program

Provides dogs for physically disabled or deaf

512–858–1495 servicedogs.org

512–407–3250 hhs.texas.gov/services/disability/ deaf-hard-hearing

DONATIONS

Starkey Hearing Foundation Hear Now 800–328–8602 starkeyhearingfoundation.org/ Hear-Now

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Talking Book Program 800–252–9605 texastalkingbooks.org

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TREATMENT & PREVENTION: Vision

Vision Services FREE, LOW FEE OR SLIDING SCALE

DARS – Blind & Visually Impaired Services

Resource for Visually Impaired

800–628–5115 dars.state.tx.us EyeCare America 877–887–6327 eyecareamerica.org I Care San Antonio 210–220–2370 icare-sa.org Mission Cataract USA 559–797–1629 missioncataractUSA.org

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National Eye Care Project 800–222–3937 San Antonio Founder Lions Club

Provides prescription eyeglasses to adults based upon financial need and funds available

210–225–1164 VISION USA 800–766–4466 aoa.org/visionusa.xml

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Enhanced Vision 888–811–3161 enhancedvision.com/low-visionproducts.html

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TREATMENT & PREVENTION: Dental

Dental Services FREE, LOW FLAT FEE OR SLIDING SCALE

El Carmen Wellness Center 210-–626–1745

DEVINE

La Mision Family Health Care Clinic 210–626–0600

Devine Clinic 830–663–5450

San Antonio Christian Dental Clinic 210–220–2300

FREDERICKSBURG

The Good Samaritan Center 830–990–8651

SEGUIN

The Salvation Army Social Services Office 830–257–3620

Seguin Family Health Center 830–379–9797 MOBILE DENTISTS

NEW BRAUNFELS

ARRIVE Dentistry 210–951–9922

CentroMed House of Hope Dental Clinic 830–620–0299

Texas Mobile Dentists 866–988–4504

SAN ANTONIO

CommuniCare Health Centers 210–233–7000

WELLDENT 361–265–8534

CentroMed 210–922–7000

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TREATMENT & PREVENTION: Doctors

House Call Physicians Doctor At Your Service 210–404–7242 doctoratyourservice.com

Healing Hands House Calls PLLC 210–560–5841 healinghandshousecalls.com

Hallmark House Calls, LLC 210–901–5861 hallmarkhousecalls.com

Visiting Physicians Association (VPA) 210–733–5072 visitingphysicians.com

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Courtesy of Mark Carlson, MD Geriatrician and Founder of Be Well MD

The ideal patient-doctor relationship is really a partnership.

Research has shown that a strong doctor-patient relationship leads to better medical outcomes and patient satisfaction. An important element of this partnership is communication. Open and honest exchange of information is critical to managing good health and identifying health issues as early as possible.

TREATMENT & PREVENTION: Doctors

TIPS

on How to Talk to Your Doc

This means feeling comfortable asking questions, sharing health concerns and taking an active role in the exchange. Below are a few tips to enhance communication with your doctor during clinic visits: Start by making a list of concerns prior to the visit. It’s possible you may not have a chance to get through your entire list, so prioritizing your questions and concerns is important.

Be prepared with the details about your symptoms, medications and any special needs you might have while in the exam room.

Bring a trusted friend or family member. Ask them to take notes so you can pay close attention to what the physician is saying and asking. Ask them to remind you of important details or questions that you may miss.

Following the visit, review your notes and start making preparations for the next steps. Make sure you understand what is needed for any testing, supportive therapies, new treatments and subsequent follow-up visits.

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Choosing the Right Location for Rehabilitation after Hospitalization Many families are not aware that they have choices regarding where to complete rehabilitation and that it can take place in a variety of settings, including in the home.

The most important factor in determining where to complete rehabilitation is to find a setting that will reduce the risk of hospital readmission while helping your loved one regain their strength and confidence as quickly as possible.

Things to Consider When Selecting a Rehabilitation Center Determine whether the rehab center can provide short- or long-term rehabilitation as needed. Some only provide short-term.

Try to visit several to be able to compare and contrast.

Ask to see patient rooms and common living spaces to evaluate the levels of cleanliness, comfort and privacy that residents have.

Ask if both private and shared rooms are available.

Check out the dining options and menus.

Visit the community areas to find out about social events and activities designed to keep residents engaged and entertained.

Ask for information about your loved one’s specific rehab program.

Ask if the person who is administering the rehab program is an employee or outsourced and if possible, try to meet them.

Ask about the availability of specialized staff, with regard to you or your loved one’s specific needs.

Inquire about a personalized care plan and get actual details about it in advance.

Ask to see their most recent “Satisfaction Survey” results and statistics on benchmarked outcomes.

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When exploring a potential therapist or psychiatrist, inquiring about their approach to treatment can be helpful in determining if they are a good fit. For some, a medication-based treatment through a psychiatrist or other qualified medical professional might be best, whereas a combination of medication and therapy or just therapy on its own might be more appropriate for others.

If seeking traditional talk therapy, also known as psychotherapy, or counseling, there are a number of possibilities, including clinical or counseling psychologists, social workers, counselors, or family therapists.

The terms therapist and counselor are often used interchangeably and sometimes highlight the level of education or credentialing.

TREAT & PREVENT: Mental Health

What Type of Mental Health Professional Is Right for You?

Psychotherapy might not work for everyone and alternative methods including animal-assisted psychotherapy or somatic therapy might be healing options to consider. Another alternative is e-therapy via video conferencing or through services on an app—such as Talkspace which essentially puts a licensed therapist in your pocket.

Psychotherapy versus Psychological Counseling Counseling is often more short-term than therapy and focuses on specific issues—it’s designed to help a person address a particular problem, such as stress management. The focus may be on problem solving or on learning specific techniques for coping. Psychotherapy is more long-term and focuses on a broader range of issues.

Be sure to: • Inquire as to the experience level in treating individuals with similar problems • Make sure they are licensed to practice in your state

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TREAT & PREVENT: Med Ctrs & Rehab

Medical Centers & Clinics FREE, LOW FLAT FEE OR SLIDING SCALE

CentroMed Clinic 210–738–8222

BANDERA

CommuniCare Health Centers 210–434–2647

Arthur Nagel Community Clinic 830–796–3448 Bandera County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) 830–796–7166 BOERNE

Faith Family Clinic – Westside 210–431–7380

Hill Country Mission for Health 830–249–0130

La Mision Family Health Care 210–626–0600

Kendall Free Clinic 630–553–0473 Kendall County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) 830–249–9343 DEVINE South Texas Rural Health Services/ Devine Medical Community Health Center 830–663–5450

Gillespie County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) 830–990–7567 Fredericksburg Community Health Center 830–992–2005

Raphael Community Free Clinic 830–895–4201

San Fernando Health Centre of San Antonio 210–227–1297 University Health System/Carelink Main Office (Bexar County Indigent Health Care) 210–358–3350 Wesley Health & Wellness Center 210–924–5191 SPRING BRANCH

FREDERICKSBURG

KERRVILLE

Dr. Frank Bryant Health Center 210–233–7000 Faith Family Clinic – Northeast 210–653–1511

CommuniCare Health Center 830–249–1717

Good Samaritan Center 830–990–8651

Daughters of Charity Services/El Carmen Wellness Center 210– 626–1745

Acacia Medical Mission 830–228–4219 NEW BRAUNFELS Comal County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) 830–221–1210 Volunteers in Medicine 830–632–5131 SEGUIN

SAN ANTONIO

Guadalupe County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) 830–401–7217

Bishop Dixon Clinic 210–527–1505

Seguin Community Health Center 830–379–9797

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CLINICS NE 410 210–590–0247 NW 410 210–736–4051 Balcones Heights Outpatient Clinic 210–732–1802 Beeville Community Based Outpatient Clinic 361–358–9912 Frank Tejeda Outpatient Clinic 210–699–2100 North Central Federal Clinic 210–483–2900 Pecan Valley COBC 210–337–4316 Seguin COBC 830–372–1697 Shavano Park Outpatient Clinic 210–949–3773

TREAT & PREVENT: Med Ctrs & Rehab

VETERANS

South Bexar Outpatient Clinic 210–648–1491 VA Outpatient Clinic 210–337–4316 Victoria Outpatient Clinic 361–582–7700

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BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP Courtesy of Delta Dental

This tasty broccoli soup is packed with tooth- and gum-supporting vitamins K and C. With a boost of calcium and flavor from the added cheese, this soup makes a healthy choice for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

2 garlic cloves

13 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock

½ teaspoon salt

1 ¾ cups broccoli florets (about 8 ounces)

¾ cup half-and-half

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper 4 ounces shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese

1 ½ cups diced yellow onion 3 medium carrots

Servings

fresh parsley

6

Chop the broccoli florets and carrots, dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Pour the stock into a large saucepan and bring to a boil, adding the broccoli, onion, carrots, salt, pepper and garlic. Reduce heat and cook until broccoli is tender. Remove soup from heat and blend ingredients, either using a hand blender or by pouring batches of soup into a blender or food processor.

Once fully blended, return soup to saucepan. Stir in half-and-half and two ounces of cheese. To serve, top with parsley and remaining cheese.

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DURING HOSPITAL DISCHARGE

By asking the right questions and taking an active role in your care, you can bridge the gap that patients typically experience when transferring from one care setting to another—which is one of the top causes for hospital readmission.

• What care or therapies are needed after discharge? i.e. Home Health, Outpatient Therapy, Rehab/Skilled Nursing etc.

• Will my loved one be safe at home upon discharge or will someone need to be with them 24 hours a day? Keep in mind dressing, bathing, cooking and housework.

• Can you show me how to do tasks that require special skills? i.e. changing a bandage, giving a shot, wheelchair transfers etc. If we need help with these tasks who do we contact?

TREAT & PREVENT: Med Ctrs & Rehab

20 Questions to Ask

• What is the average length of recovery time?

• Which doctor appointments are needed after discharge and when should they be scheduled?

• What problems, symptoms and side effects should we watch for?

• May we have the latest list of prescribed medications?

What does each medicine do and why is it needed?

• What are the medication dosages, conflicts and side effects?

Who should we contact with questions about the medications?

• What medical equipment is needed? i.e. walker, oxygen etc.

Who will arrange for this?

• Are there any activity restrictions and for how long?

• Are there any dietary restrictions?

• What are our options for when/where my loved one is being discharged?

Appeal a Hospital Discharge Decision Sometimes the hospital makes a discharge plan that you do not want, agree with, or feel is safe. You have the right to appeal (ask for another review) this decision. By law, the hospital must let you know how to appeal and explain what will happen.

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Types of Residential

Residence

Independent Living Type

Assisted Living Communities

Description Single family homes or townhomes for self-sufficient seniors that offer the security and social activities of a community living environment.

Services

Regulation

• • • •

Communities, typically of 2-3 story apartments, that provide 24 hr assistance with activities of daily living such as eating, bathing, and using the bathroom, but not 24 hr medical services.

Laundry/linen service Meals Transportation Social activities

• • • • • Note – there are more • expensive communities • that have all the luxuries of • country clubs.

•

Not Regulated

Laundry/Linen Service Meals Transportation Social activities Bathing/Dressing Toileting Housekeeping Medication assistance Security and emergency calls

State Regulations

Also Known • Retirement Communities • Retirement Homes As • Senior Apartments • Senior Housing

• • • • • • • • • • • • •

Assisted Living Facilities Personal Care Homes Eldercare facilities Domiciliary Care Board and Care Residential Care Facilities Community-Based Retirement Facilities Adult Living Facilities Adult Foster Care Sheltered housing Community Residences Group Homes Adult Family Homes

Approximate Market rate to rent or buy a $2,500 to $6,000/month home plus community fees Costs from $400 – $2,000/month.

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Skilled Nursing (Nursing Homes)

Continuing Care Retirement Communities

Communities, typically apartments, which provides 24 hr assistance with activities of daily living and medical care by nurses and therapists.

Campus-like communities that provides a continuum of care, from private residences to assisted living and skilled nursing care; designed for individuals with declining conditions and those that want to remain in a single location.

• • • • • • • • • • • • •

• • • • • • • • • • • • •

Laundry/linen service Meals Transportation Social activities Bathing/Dressing Toileting Housekeeping Medication assistance Security and emergency calls 24 hr nursing care Condition specific care Hospice/end of life services Doctors on call

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Care for Seniors

Laundry/linen service Meals Transportation Social activities Bathing/Dressing Toileting Housekeeping Medication assistance Security and emergency calls 24 hr nursing care Condition specific care Hospice/end of life services Doctors on call

State & Federal Regulations

Some State Regulations

• Skilled Nursing Facilities • SNF • Nursing Home Care and Rehabilitation • Convalescent hospital • Rest Home

• • • • •

$4,500 to $12,000/month

Varies with breadth of services required.

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AccessAbility Home Modifications 210–414–5600 | accessability1.com

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Alamo Area Council of Governments Weatherization 210–362–5282 | aacog.com

Christian Assistance Ministries 210–223–6648

City of San Antonio Neighborhood and Housing Services Department/ 210–207–6459

City of San Antonio–Fair Housing 210–733–3247

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City of San Antonio | 210–207–8198

City of San Antonio – Office of Financial Empowerment | 210–207–5910 Department of Veterans Affairs 210–358–5701

Jefferson Outreach jeffersonoutreach.org HOME REMODELING/ADAPTATION

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Inman Christian Center | 210–222–9641 San Antonio Alternative Housing 210–224–2349

Alamo Area Resource Center 210–358–9995 American GI Forum | 210–354–4892 American Red Cross | 210–224–5151 Avenida Guadalupe Association 210–223–3151 Bexar County Department of Community Initiatives | 210–335–3666 Bexar County Housing Authority 210–225–0071 Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio, Inc. | 210–226–6178

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San Antonio Metropolitan Ministries (SAMMinistries) | 210–224–5838 San Antonio Area Command of The Salvation Army | 210–352–2000 Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Central Council (SVDP) | 210–674–1200 Texas Department of Human Services 210–212–6986 United Way of San Antonio 210–352–7000 Wesley Health and Wellness Center 210–924–5191

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Catholic Charities 210–226–6178 | Ccaosa.org

Samministries Samm 210–377–1616 | samm.org

City Of San Antonio Cosa–/ Family Assistance Division 210–207–7830 | Sanantonio.gov

San Antonio Water System SAWS/ Affordability Discount 210–233–2273

Community Council Of South Central Texas Atascosa (Pleasanton) | 830–569–2731 Bandera | 830–896–2124 Central Office & Guadalupe 830–303–4376 New Braunfels | 830–625–6268 Frio (Pearsall) | 830–334–4800 Gillespie (Fredericksburg) 830–896–2124 Karnes (Kenedy) | 830–583–9731 Kendall (Boerne) | 830–625–6268 Kerr | 830–896–2124 Medina (Hondo) | 830–584–2100 Wilson (Floresville) 830–303–4376 | Ccsct.org

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American Gi Forum / National Veterans Outreach / Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program HVRP 210–354–4892 | agif–nvop.org

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What to Consider When Searching for Your New Apartment Starting off with a plan will help you use your time wisely and help with narrowing down your decision. It will also help in knowing when you have found the right place to call home and will leave you with a good feeling.

Make a list of must–haves in your new home.

Amenities, parking, length of lease, timing, appliances Visit multiple communities.

Having a few options to choose from will help you decide what is most important to you in your new home.

What utilities are you responsible for?

Some communities include utilities which helps in reducing monthly costs.

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If you have a pet, always check to make sure the community is pet friendly and ask if they have any pet restrictions.

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Independent & Retirement BOERNE Morningside Ministries Menger Springs 1100 Grand Boulevard 78006 830–816–4400 The Overlook at Menger Springs 1150 Grand Boulevard 78006 830–816–4497

Blue Skies of Texas East 4917 Ravenswood Drive 78227 210–673–2761 Blue Skies of Texas West 5100 John D. Ryan Boulevard 78245 210–677–8666

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Brookdale Patriot Heights 5000 Fawn Meadow 78240 210–740–0181

Brookdale Guadalupe River Plaza 135 Plaza Drive 78028 830–217–2917

The Chandler Estate in Laurel Heights 1502 Howard Street 78212 210–737–5100

Emerald Cottages of Kerrville 1501 Bandera Highway 78028 830–253–4250

NEW BRAUNFELS Balcones Haus 246 Loma Vista Street 78130 830–629–0100 Eden Heights Apartments 627 Lakeview Boulevard 78130 830–625–6969 EdenHill Communities 631 Lakeview Boulevard 78130 830–625–6291 Emerald Cottages of New Braunfels 3025 Oak Run Parkway 78132 Opening in 2018 Laurel Plaza Apartments 300 Laurel Lane 78130 830–625–6908 Rio Terra Independent Living 2294 E. Common Street 78130 830–221–4800 The Pinnacle at Eden Hill 631 Lakeview Boulevard 78130 830–625–1324 Vista Village Senior Living 264 Loma Vista Street 78130 830–625–1202

Christian Village Retirement 5800 Wurzbach Road 78238 210–680–4829 Emerald Oaks 20302 Bulverde Road 78259 210–625–8611 Franklin Park Alamo Heights 230 W Sunset Road 78209 210–829–5955 Franklin Park Sonterra 18323 Sonterra Place 78258 210–404–1444 Franklin Park TPC Parkway 21902 Franklin Park 78259 210–483–9999 Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community 20450 Huebner Road 78258 210–591–0013 Madison Estates 8645 Fredericksburg Road 78240 210–762–4847 Morningside Ministries at The Meadows 730 Babcock Road 78201 210–734–1155 Morningside Ministries at Chandler Estates 137 West French Place 78212 210–737–5100

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NewForest Estates 5034 New Forest Street 78229 210–538–9283

Adante Independent Living 2702 Cembalo Boulevard 78230 210–493–0101

Overture Stone Oak 18610 Tuscany Stone 78258 210–361–3205

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Villages of Trinity Oaks 2635 Trinity Falls 78261 210–399–2074

The Inn at Los Patios 8700 Post Oak Lane 78217 210–829–7357

Villa De San Antonio 8103 N Hollow Drive 78240 210–306–4818

The Lodge at Leon Springs 24137 Boerne Stage Road 78255 210–698–9821

Village at Incarnate Word 4707 Broadway, 78209 210–829–7561

The Towers on Park Lane 1 Towers Park Lane 78209 210–805–6278

Watercrest at Alamo Ranch 11300 Wild Pine 78253 210–816–4700

The Waterford at Thousand Oaks 4243 Thousand Oaks 78217 866–962–6261

Watercrest at Dominion 6870 Heuermann Road 78256 210–504–2791

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WHEN LOOKING AT ASSISTED LIVING OPTIONS Start with a visual assessment of both the inside and outside.

Also, note if the residents are engaged in activities or just sitting.

1. What is the staff-to-resident ratio during the day, at night and on weekends?

2. What kind of experience and training does the staff possess?

3. Is there an initial assessment prior to admission?

4. If there is a waiting list, how many are on it and what is the policy?

5. What are the billing and payment policies and procedures?

6. Is there a security deposit and is it refundable?

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19. What is the meal program?

20. Does the residence offer worship services?

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Signs It Might Be Time for Assisted Living The decision to help an aging loved one move out of their home is a complex one. Here are a few key signs to note when assessing the situation.

Bigger Picture • Recent accidents such as a fall or a medical scare • Chronic health issues • Difficulty in managing activities such as: cooking, bathing and dressing Physical Changes • Noticeable changes in appearance such as weight loss or gain • Unkempt appearance or body odor Social Interaction • A cutback on activities both in and out of the house • Days spent without leaving the house Financial • Unopened bills • Newly purchased items still in boxes Around-the-house • Cluttered rooms • Filthy bathroom and kitchen • Signs of much-needed home repairs • House plants dying or dead • Stacked dirty dishes • Expired or lack of food in the pantry and refrigerator • Broken appliances

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Making the Right Senior Housing Choice

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Next, take all your financial resources into account. In addition to income and your assets, this includes, retirement investments or other pension benefits.

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Ralph And Leonor Garza Resident Care Home 265 CR 6611 78016 830–665–2559

ATASCOSA Riojas Assisted Living Home 14212 Greenwood Road 78002 830–709–3541

Ramirez Personal Care Home I 1024 CR 664 78016 830–665–5829

Tinsley Home Care 17425 Luckey Road 78002 210–885–9011

Ramirez Personal Care Home II 1024 CR 664 78016 830–665–5829

BOERNE Heritage Place of Boerne 120 Crosspoint Drive 78006 830–249–9817 Morningside Ministries At Menger Springs – The Cibolo House 1000 Grand Boulevard 78006 830–816–4900 New Hope Assisted Living 112 Buckskin Drive 78006 830–755–4673

CASTLE HILLS Neurorestorative San Antonio 11103 West Avenue, Bldg 3, Ste 309 78213 210–541–0238

CONVERSE Esplanade Gardens Senior Inc 10790 Toepperwein 78109 210–566–7600 Isaiah’s House 7118 Clipper Ridge 78109 210–391–9537 Miramar Home Care 8662 Gavel Drive 78109 210–957–4769

DEVINE Brendas Residential Assisted Living 309 Briscoe Avenue 78016 830–663–2832 Chapa Residential Care Home 216 West CR 5719 78016 830–709–4420 Cruz Personal Care Home 730 CR 664 78016 830–665–4801 Devine Assisted Living 405 E Hondo 78016 Phone unavailable Martin Duncan Personal Care Home 266 West CR 5719 Devine 78016 830–709–3544

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Ramirez Residential Care Home 1034 CR 664 78016 830–665–9725 Redmans Boarding Home 850 CR 6612 78016 830–665–9678 Redmans Personal Care Home 850 CR 6612 78016 830–665–9678 Roy Duncan Personal Care Home 312 West Circle 5719 78016 830–709–3241 Sterling Residential 307 Briscoe Avenue 78016 830–665–2000

FREDERICKSBURG CelesteCare, LLC 2230 North Llano 78624 830–997–4613 Heritage Place of Fredericksburg 96 Frederick Road 78624 830–997–9406 Knopp Assisted Living Center Inc 202 Billie Drive 78624 830–997–7924 Knopp Retirement Center 103 E Trailmoor Drive 78624 830–997–4426 Morning Star Memory Care of Fredericksburg LLC 106 Heritage Hills Drive 78624 830–990–9007

GARDEN RIDGE Garden Ridge Assisted Living 9621 Meadow Rue 78266 210–651–3770 Sodalis at Garden Ridge 19095 FM 2252 78266 210–651–6377

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NEW BRAUNFELS Brookdale New Braunfels 2457 Loop 337 78130 830–606–5300

HOLLYWOOD PARK Brookdale Hollywood Park 16911 San Pedro 78232 210–570–5873

Gruene Senior Living LP 1820 E Common Street 78130 830–626–2111

KERRVILLE 220 Harper LLC 220 Harper Road 78028 830–463–6755 Alpine Terrace Retirement & Convalescent Center PC Unit 746 Alpine Drive 78028 830–896–2323 Brookdale Guadalupe River Plaza 135 Plaza Drive 78028 830–895–2626 Brookdale Kerrville 725 Leslie Drive 78028 830–217–2845 Hill Country Outreach Inc 600 Leslie Drive 78028 830–792–6964 Mountain Villa at Kerrville 2201 Junction Highway 78028 830–792–4001 River Point of Kerrville 1441 Bandera Highway 78028 877–513–1610 Villagio of Kerrville 747 Alpine Drive 78028 830–896–6555

LEON VALLEY Texas Comfort Care Home 6206 Setting Sun Street 78238 210–520–4747

LYTLE Country Life 16680 FM 2790 S 78052 830–709–0163

MARION The Marion House 326 West Seguin Street 78124 830–914–3371

NATALIA M A Assisted Living Facility 185 CR 679 78059 830–709–4519

Oak Tree Assisted Living 1750 Highway 46 West 78132 830–608–9222 Rio Terra 2294 East Common Street 78130 830–221–4800 Sodalis Elder Living New Braunfels I 550 Rock Street Bldg B 78130 830–624–7702

HOUSING: Assisted Living

Reagan Manor 229 East CR 5718 78059 830–709–2500

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Sodalis Elder Living New Braunfels II 302 Cross Street 78130 830–609–2233 Sodalis Elder Living New Braunfels II 550 Rock Street Bldg A 78130 830–624–7702 The Heritage Assisted Living 631 Lakeview Boulevard 78130 830–625–6291

SAN ANTONIO A Golden Age Assisted Living 1635 Hillcrest Drive 78228 210–430–6392 Agape House II 3443 Willowwood Street 78219 210–253–9081 Amazing Peace Home Care LLC 1202 Donaldson Avenue 78228 210–736–2305 Angel Place Assisted Living Homes Inc #1 3907 Sherril Brook Drive 78228 210–435–8234 Angel Place Assisted Living Homes Inc #2 3911 Sherril Brook Drive 78228 210–435–8234 Arden Courts of San Antonio 15290 Huebner Road 78231 210–408–9100 Arden Park Assisted Living, LLC 7023 West Hausman Road 78249 210–723–6602 Army Residence Community 7400 Crestway Drive 78239 210–646–5316 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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SAN ANTONIO – Continued Arnold House at Blue Skies of Texas East 4917 Ravenswood Drive 78227 210–673–2761 Autism Treatment Center Inc 16511 Hunting Valley 78247 210–590–2107 Autumn Grove – Blanco 1418 Walkers Way 78216 210–493–1181 Autumn Leaves of Stone Oak 20272 Stone Oak Parkway 210–497–5200 Autumn Leaves Residential Home 6411 Ridge Place 78250 210–681–1343 Autumngrove Cottage Stone Oak 20718 Stone Oak Parkway 78258 210–853–5568 Bader House 3411 Paesano’s Parkway 78231 210–408–1002 Blossom Care Assisted Living 24803 Broad Oak Trail 78255 210–267–9106 Boarding With Tender Care Inc 1002 Gallatin Drive 78245 210–670–1440 Brookdale Alamo Heights 855 East Basse Road 78209 210–591–2825 Brookdale Castle Hills 1207 Jackson Keller Road 78213 210–570–3842 Brookdale Hamilton Wolfe 5331 Hamilton Wolfe Road 78229 210–670–6745 Brookdale Maltsberger 13303 Jones Maltsberger Road 78247 210–570–3955 Brookdale Medical Center Kingsley 9000 Floyd Curl Drive 78240 210–570–7749 Brookdale Medical Center Whitby 5996 Whitby Road 78240 210–570–8617 Brookdale North Fredericksburg Road 9505 Fredericksburg Road 78240 210–570–9496

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Brookdale Nacogdoches 14595 Nacogdoches Road 78247 210–740–0175 Brookdale Oakwell 3360 Oakwell Court 78218 210–570–6360 Brookdale San Antonio 9303 Cinnamon Hill Drive 78240 210–570–8731 Brookdale Shavano Park 4096 Dezavala Road 78249 210–570–4231 Brookhollow Assisted Living 14211 Chadbourne Street 78232 210–545–4012 Brooks Home For Seniors 4139 Briar Glen Drive 78218 210–590–8927 Carol Ann’s Home 4215 Hilton Head 78217 210–621–3685 Carol Ann’s Home 8005 Chambers Road 78229 210–621–3685 Casa Felicitas 107 Barbara Drive 78216 210–824–5344 Chandler Estate 1502 Howard Street 78212 210–737–5100 Cindy’s Place 16906 Turkey Point 78232 210–255–8056 Colonial Gardens of San Antonio Sa–1 20 Lynn Batts Lane 78218 210–826–6090 Colonial Gardens of San Antonio Sa–2 10 Lynn Batts Lane 78218 210–826–6212 Country Living in The City 437 Oak Knoll Drive 78228 210–436–5124 Cynthia’s Assisted Living 2714 Tyne Drive 78222 210–648–9501 Diana’s Assisted Living Home 214 Talisman 78210 210–849–3415

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Havens Inn 110 Mary Louise Drive 78201 210–736–0044

Doves’ Nest Assisted Living 14311 Parkhurst Drive 78232 210–496–0299

Heart To Heart Assisted Living 12119 San Miguel Street 78233 210–519–0369

Early Trail, Inc. 322 Early Trail 78228 210–888–5486

Heritage Creek 6538 Eckhert Road 78240 210–446–2120

Elisas Fostercare 147 Croesus 78213 210–979–9251

Highland Gardens Personal Care 802 Monticello 78223 210–534–9451

Elmcroft of Windcrest 6849 Crestway Drive 78239 210–946–4994

Hopes Residence 5046 Galahad Drive 78218 210–564–0870

Emeritus at Amber Oaks 4415 Rio D’oro 78233 210–740–0174

Hopes Residence 5102 Gawain The Chosen 78218 210–559–2551

Esdras Mendoza 4618 Manitou 78228 210–436–6885

IHCS Residential 15218 Pebble Forest Drive 78232 210–559–9500

Faith Home 4218 Clear Lake Drive 78217 210–859–5507

Independence Hill Assisted Living 20500 Huebner Road 78258 210–591–0013

Fenwood Residential Home Care 8862 Fenwood 78250 210–521–7364

Isle at Watercrest – Alamo Ranch 11349 Alamo Ranch Parkway 78253 888–472–0424

Franklin Park Sonterra 18323 Sonterra Place 78258 210–404–1444

Just Like Home Care 4126 Shady Oak Street 78229 210–274–8280

Franklin Park TPC Parkway 21802 Encino Commons 78259 210–483–9999

Kaulbach Assisted Living 602 Babcock Road 78201 210–731–1204

Freedom House Alzheimer’s Care and Research Center 12455 Freedom Way 78245 210–838–6300

Kovals Adult Foster Home 804 Monticello 78223 210–534–9451

Garcia Foster Home 558 Ferris Street 78220 210–271–9433 Golden Casa Assisted Living Facility 2 7715 Barren Ridge 78239 210–656–3690 Golden Stage Assisted Living 24911 North Saddle Trail 78255 210–858–5200 Guzmans Personal Care 325 East Locust Street 78212 210–735–1779 Happy Home Adult Personal Care Home 4635 Lord Road 78220 210–267–8142

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Dignity Senior Care Homes 4530 Briarwick 78217 210–451–7171

KSL Texas Communities Sa LLC 8103 North Hollow 78240 210–558–7600 La Bona Vita Homes 251 West High Street 78210 210–532–8842 Lakeside Villas At The Arc 10000 Rhineland 78239 210–646–5200 Ledesma Personal Care Home 1809 Allende Street 78237 210–432–2087 Liberty House at Blue Skies of Texas West 5200 John D. Ryan Boulevard 78245 210–677–8666 Loma Park Assisted Living 1014 Northwest 38 Street 78228 210–438–5052

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SAN ANTONIO – Continued Lopez Homes Assisted Living MCG 1611 West Commerce Street 78207 210–251–3896 Lopez Homes Assisted Living MCG 3706 Sherril Brook 78228 210–365–0532 Lopez Homes Assisted Living MCG 118 Wallace Road 78237 210–438–8750 Lopez Homes Assisted Living MCG 511 W. Quill Drive 78228 210–432–0552 Mackenzie Manor 5450 Maple Vista 78247 210–387–3390 Marina’s Assisted Living LLC 3515 Backbay Drive 78230 210–257–9596 Mcdaniel’s Personal Care Home 6292 Montgomery Drive 78239 210–590–6840 Meadows – Mission Road Ministries 8706 Mission Road 78214 210–924–9265 Mendoza Assisted Living 208 Hope Drive 78228 210–639–2560 Mi Casa Es Su Casa 4902 East Beverly Mae Drive 78229 210–287–9536 Neurorestorative San Antonio – Twisted Oaks 3502 Twisted Oaks Drive 78217 210–650–0367 NewForest Estates 5034 Newforest Street 78229 210–538–9283 No Greater Love 1711 E Carson 78208 210–225–1461 Parklane West Healthcare Center 2 Towers Park Lane 78209 210–829–1400 Parland Place Community Living 133 Parland Pacel 78209 210–828–1460

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Parland Place Community Living Inc 115 Parland Place 78209 210–828–1460 Parland Place Community Living Inc 123 Parland Place 78209 210–828–1460 Pipestone Place Assisted Living 2104 Pipestone Drive 78232 210–718–0211 Providence Place 6487 Whitby Road 78240 844–546–8697 Rainbow House 8915 New World Drive 78239 210–599–1938 Robert Jackson Home for Better Living 3018 Wroxton 78217 210–259–8557 Seasons Alzheimer’s Care and Assisted Living 8245 Old Tezel Road 78250 210–584–4238 Seasons Alzheimer’s Care and Assisted Living 15170 Nacogdoches Road 78247 210–584–4238 Senior Haven Assisted Living LLC 14706 Hidden Glen Woods 78249 210–413–5072 Seraphim Assisted Living Services Inc 3235 Rock Creek Run 78230 210–541–8868 Shalimar Place 202 Shalimar Drive 78213 210–349–4452 Silver Lake Casa Del Sol 4330 Silver Lake 78219 210–359–1970 South Texas Assisted Living LLC 10218 Desert Sand Drive 78216 210–341–1012 St Marys Assisted Living Inc 1618 South Saint Marys 78210 210–532–7698 Starlight Homes Assisted Living 4623 Briardale Street 78217 210–560–1497 Starlight Homes Assisted Living 401 Bryn Mawr 78209 210–560–1497

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Sunshine Senior Assisted Living 22310 Cielo Vista Drive 78255 210–781–4873

SCHERTZ

Superlative Senior Care Inc 6718 Lazyridge Drive 78229 210–617–7961 Susan Home Care 8426 Cascade Ridge Drive 78239 210–630–9982 Tcg San Antonio Campus LLC 2739 Cembalo Boulevard 78230 210–493–0101 The Haven and The Laurels in Stone Oak 511 Knights Cross Drive 78258 210–404–9005 The Inn at Los Patios 8700 Post Oak Lane 78217 210–829–7357 The Landing at Stone Oak 19110 Huebner Road 78258 210–479–0155 The Lodge at Leon Springs 24137 Boerne Stage Road 78255 210–698–9821 The Renaissance House Inc 227 Saratoga 78213 210–348–9678

HOUSING: Assisted Living

First Street Assisted Living and Adult Day Care 312 First Street 78154 210–566–6303 New Haven Assisted Living of Schertz 2300 FM 3009 78154 210–319–4965

SEGUIN Argent Court 953 South Hwy 123 Bypass 78155 830–372–1177 Hacienda Assisted Living Cypress Hill 3015 Old Lehmann Road 78155 830–372–2701 Rescare Premier Loma Linda 301 Tangram Ranch Road 78155 830–372–4380 Rescare Premier Tangram Behavioral Program North Campus 500 Tangram Ranch Road 78155 830–372–4774 Rescare Premier Tangram Behavioral Program South Campus 201 Tangram Mesquite Road 78155 830–379–5665 Seguin Assisted Living 226 Preston Drive 78155 830–379–8882

The Forum at Lincoln Heights 311 West Nottingham 78209 210–824–2314

SHAVANO PARK

The Grandview of Westover Hills 8627 Lakeside Parkway 78245 210–810–4900

Alpha Senior Care Home 96 Windmill Road 78231 210–290–9131

The Village at Incarnate Word 4707 Broadway Street 78209 210–829–7561

WINDCREST

Thera Med Rehabilitation Clinic Inc 9571 New World 78239 210–927–7930 Verbena Seraphim Assisted Living LLC 5683 Verbena Street 78240 210–310–3257 Victory Home Health Care 5326 Chestnut View Drive 78247 210–462–7818

Mentis Neuro San Antonio 6849 Crestway Drive Ste B 78239 210–599–4400 Sunny Spirits 710 Fenwick 78239 210–590–8961 Sunny Spirits at Hickory Hollow 6302 Hickory Hollow 78239 210–618–5203

Weddington Place Assisted Living Facility 231 G Street 78210 210–688–4840 Wood Living Center of San Antonio #11 127 Cloudhaven 78209 210–804–2377 Woodcrest Home for Senior Citizens 11307 Forest Shower 78233 210–599–3053 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE GUIDE!

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Tips for Effective Alzheimer’s Communication Alzheimer’s disease presents many challenges, and communication is a big one. Despite the challenges, you can communicate effectively with a loved one who has Alzheimer’s. Consider these tips provided by the Mayo Clinic staff: • Speak clearly. Introduce yourself. Speak in a clear, straightforward manner.

• Show respect. Avoid secondary baby talk and diminutive phrases, such as “good girl.” Don’t assume that your loved one can’t understand you, and don’t talk about your loved one as if he or she weren’t there.

• Stay present. Maintain eye contact, and stay near your loved one so that he or she will know that you’re listening and trying to understand.

• Avoid distractions. Communication may be difficult—if not impossible— against a background of competing sights and sounds.

• Keep it simple. Use short sentences and plain words. As the disease progresses, yes-no questions may work best, and only one question at a time is best. Break down requests into single steps.

• Don’t interrupt. It may take longer than you expect for your loved one to process and respond. Avoid criticizing, hurrying and correcting.

• Use visual cues. Sometimes gestures or other visual cues promote better understanding than words alone. Rather than simply asking if your loved one needs to use the toilet, for example, take him or her to the toilet and point to it.

• Don’t argue. Your loved one’s reasoning and judgment will decline over time. To spare anger and agitation, don’t argue with your loved one.

• Stay calm. Even when you’re frustrated, keep your voice gentle. Your nonverbal cues, including the tone of your voice, can send a clearer message than what you actually say.

Online Resources: Alzheimer’s Association – alz.org Alzheimer’s Foundation of America – alzfdn.org BrightFocus Foundation – brightfocus.org Caregiver ACTION Network – caregiveraction.org National Institute on Aging – nia.nih.gov WebMD – webmd.com

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HOMEMADE TURMERIC ALMOND DRESSING Source: epicurious

Makes

3/4 cup

This creamy dressing is great drizzled over your favorite salad, grain bowl or cooked veggies. Bonus: Turmeric offers improved brain function and anti-depressant benefits.

Ingredients 3 (2-inch) pieces fresh turmeric, peeled and roughly chopped, or 2 teaspoons ground dried turmeric

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped

1 tablespoon honey

1 garlic clove, roughly chopped

3 tablespoons natural almond butter 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Combine all ingredients with 3 tbsp. water in a blender and purĂŠe until smooth, about 3 minutes. Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice, if desired.

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Memory Care HOUSING: Alzheimer’s Memor y Care

BOERNE New Hope Assisted Living 112 Buckskin Drive 78006 830–755–4673

Autumn Leaves of Westover Hills 10107 Military Drive West 78251 210–361–0826

NEW BRAUNFELS

Bader House 3411 Paesano’s Parkway 78231 210–408–1002

Memory Care of New Braunfels 2022 State HWY 46 W 78132 830–420–5882

Brookdale Nacogdoches 14595 Nacogdoches Road 78247–1999 210–740–0175

Sodalis at New Braunfels 550 Rock Street 78130 78130 830–624–7702

Colonial Gardens 10 Lynn Batts Lane 78218 210–826–6594

SAN ANTONIO Arden Courts of San Antonio 15290 Huebner Road 78231 210–408–9100 AutumnGrove Cottage Blanco 1418 Walkers Way 78216 210–853–5567 AutumnGrove Cottage Stone Oak 20718 Stone Oak Parkway 78258 210–853–5567 Autumn Leaves of Stone Oak 20271 Stone Oak Parkway 78258 210–361–0159

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Memory Care of Westover Hills 10910 Town Center Drive 78251 210–802–6653 Poet’s Walk San Antonio 5438 Presidio Parkway 78249 210–920–7091 Seasons Alzheimer’s Care and Assisted Living 15170 Nacogdoches Road 78247 210–584–4238 The Landing at Stone Oak 19110 Huebner Road 78258 210–479–0155

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20 Questions to Ask

WHEN LOOKING AT SKILLED NURSING OPTIONS Start with a visual assessment of both the inside and outside.

Also, note if the residents are engaged in activities or just sitting.

1. What is the staff-to-resident ratio during the day, at night and on weekends?

2. Does the same team of nurses and certified nursing assistants (CNAs) work with the same resident all week?

3. What happens when the Medicare reimbursement runs out?

4. What amenities are private pay?

5. Is Wi-Fi available and if so, where on the property?

6. Are there safety locks on the doors and windows?

7. Is there an emergency generator or alternate power source?

8. What is the evacuation plan should it be necessary?

9. What is the pet policy?

10. Can special dietary needs be accommodated?

11. Do residents have a choice of food items at each meal?

12. Are the meals prepared on-site or off-site?

13. What is the policy for resident’s eating in their rooms?

14. Does the residence offer worship services?

15. Is there a functioning security system?

16. Are there pharmacy, lab, dental or x-ray services available onsite?

17. Are they Medicare and/or Medicaid certified?

18. Is abuse prevention training and background checks a

requirement for all staff?

19. How often do residents get bathed?

20. What special services can be provided if needed, such as onsite

rehab, therapeutic whirlpool baths, ventilators, hospice, etc.?

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Skilled Nursing/Rehab HOUSING: Skilled Nursing/Rehab

BANDERA Bandera Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 222 FM 1077 78003 830–796–4077 Cedar Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 159 Montague Ave 78003 830–460–3767

Frank M. Tejeda Texas State Veterans Home 200 Veterans Dr 78114 830–216–9456 Regency Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation LP 1615 Eleventh St 78114 830–216–7090

FREDERICKSBURG Fredericksburg Nursing & Rehabilitation LP 1117 S Adams St 78624 830–997–4364

BOERNE Care Choice of Boerne 200 Ryan St 78006 830–249–2594

Knopp Healthcare & Rehabilitation 1208 N Llano 78624 830–997–3704

Cibolo Creek 1440 River Rd 78006 830–816–5095 Kendall House Wellness and Rehabilitation Center at Menger Springs 1050 Grand Blvd 78006 830–816–4100 Riverview Nursing & Rehabilitation 1102 River Rd 78006 830–249–2799

Knopp Nursing & Rehabilitation 202 Billie Dr 78624 830–997–8840 TriStar Care Center Nursing & Rehabilitation 619 W Live Oak St 78624 830–997–4391 Windcrest Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 210 W Windcrest St 78624 830–997–7422

Town and Country Manor 625 N Main St 78006 830–249–3085

HONDO

CASTROVILLE Medina Valley Health and Rehabilitation Center 913 Hwy 90 W 78009 830–931–2900

COMFORT Trinity Nursing & Rehabilitation Of Comfort LP 615 Faltin St 78013 830–995–3747

CONVERSE Rosewood Rehabilitation & Care Center 7700 Mesquite Pass 78109 210–650–0551

DEVINE

Community Care Center of Hondo 2001 Ave E 78861 830–426–3087 Hondo Nursing & Rehabilitation LP 3002 Ave Q 78861 830–426–3056

LA VERNIA Country Care Manor 2736 FM 775 78121 830–779–2355

NEW BRAUNFELS Colonial Manor Care Center 821 Us Hwy 81 W 78130 830–625–7526 Eden Home Inc 631 Lakeview Blvd 78130 830–625–6291

Devine Health & Rehabilitation 104 Enterprise Ave 78016 830–663–4451

FLORESVILLE

Kirkwood Manor 2590 Loop 337 N 78130 830–620–0509

Floresville Residence & Rehabilitation Center 1811 Sixth St 78114 830–393–2561

Sundance Inn Health Center 2034 Sundance Pkwy 78130 830–221–1400

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Advanced Rehab & Healthcare of Live Oak 8221 Palisades Dr 78233 210–600–3700 Alamo Heights Health & Rehabilitation Center 8223 BRdway 78209 210–828–0606 Army Residence Community Health Care Center 7400 Crestway Dr 78239 210–646–5300

Legend Oaks Healthcare & Rehabilitation West San Antonio 222 Bertetti Dr 78227 210–673–17001

HOUSING: Skilled Nursing/Rehab

SAN ANTONIO

Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation of South San Antonio 2003 W Hutchins Pl 78224 210–927–0800 Mccullough Hall Nursing Center Inc 603 S W 24th St 78207 210–435–7711

Blanco Villa Nursing & Rehabilitation LP 8020 Blanco Rd 78216 210–344–4553 Brookdale Alamo Heights 855 E Basse Rd 78209 210–930–1040

Memorial Medical Nursing Center 307 W Cypress St 78212 210–223–5521 Meridian Care 7181 Crestway Dr 78239 210–599–3005 Meridian Care at Grayson Square 815 E Grayson St 78208 210–226–8181

Brookdale Patriot Heights 5000 Fawn Meadow 78240 210–740–0178 Buena Vida Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 5027 Pec`an Grove 78222 210–333–6815 Casa Rio Healthcare & Rehabilitation 6211 S New Braunfels Ave 78223 210–531–0569 Coronado at Stone Oak 19638 Stone Oak Pkwy 78258 210–402–5750

Meridian Care of Monte Vista 616 W Russell Pl 78212 210–735–9233 Mesa Vista Inn Health Center 5756 N Knoll Dr 78240 210–321–5200 Morningside Ministries at Chandler Estate 1502 Howard St 78212 210–737–5100 Morningside Ministries at The Manor 2201 St Cloud St 78228 210–731–1000

Golden Estates Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center 130 Spencer Ln 78201 210–736–4544 Heartland Health Care Center - San Antonio One Heartland Dr 78247 210–653–1219 Heartland Health Care Center San Antonio North 7703 Briaridge 78230 210–341–6121

Mystic Park Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 8503 Mystic Park 78254 210–256–0906 Normandy Terrace Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center 841 Rice Rd 78220 210–648–0101 Northeast Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center 603 Corinne Dr 78218 210–824–7331

Highland Nursing Center 5819 Pecan Valley Dr 78223 210–532–1911 Huebner Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center 8306 Huebner Rd 78240 210–691–3111 Inspiration Hills Rehabilitation Center 1939 Bandera Rd 78228 210–434–0671 Las Colinas of Westover 9738 Westover Hills Blvd 78251 210–305–5730

Northgate Health and Rehabilitation Center 5757 N Knoll 78240 210–699–8535 Oak Park Nursing and Rehabilitation 7302 Oak Manor Dr 78229 210–344–8537 Paramount Senior Care Centers at San Antonio 5437 Eisenhauer Rd 78218 210–646–9576 ParkLn West Healthcare Center 2 Towers Park Ln 78209 210–829–1400 Continues

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SAN ANTONIO – Continued Regent Care Center at Medical Center 3935 Medical Center Dr 78229 210–614–4888

Sonterra Health Center 18514 Sonterra Pl 78258 210–545–4800

Regent Care Center Oakwell Farms 8501 Laurens Ln 78218 210–804–1223

Sorrento 2739 Babcock Rd 78229 NO PHONE

Regent Care Center of San Antonio 16400 Blanco Rd 78232 210–408–1212 PowerBack Rehabilitation (San Antonio) 5423 Hamilton Wolfe Rd 78229 210–694–9494 Retama Manor Nursing Center/ San Antonio North 501 Ogden 78212 210–225–4588 Retama Manor Nursing Center/ San Antonio West 636 Cupples Rd 78237 210–434–0611

Silver Creek Manor 9014 Timber Path 78250 210–523–2455

Southeast Nursing & Rehab 4302 E Southcross Blvd 78222 210–333–1223 Stone Oak Care Center 505 Madison Oak Dr 78258 210–481–9000 Sunrise Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 50 Briggs St 78224 210–921–0184 The Atrium Rehabilitation Center 7602 Louis Pasteur Dr 78229 210–614–9974

River City Care Center 921 Nolan St 78202 210–226–6397

The Forum at Lincoln Heights 311 W Nottingham 78209 210–824–2314

St Francis Nursing Home 630 W Woodlawn Ave 78212 210–736–3177

The Heights on Huebner 10127 Huebner Rd 78240 210–858–0828

San Jose Nursing Center 406 Sharmain Pl 78221 210–924–8136

The Mission at Blue Skies East 4949 Ravenswood Dr 78227 210–673–2761

San Pedro Manor 515 W Ashby Pl 78212 210–732–5181

The Sarah Roberts French Home 1315 Texas Ave 78201 210–736–4238

SCC at Hunters Pond Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center 9903 Hunters Pond 78224 210–477–2200

The Village at Incarnate Word 4707 BRdway 78209 210–829–7561

SCC at Pecan Valley Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center 3838 E Southcross 78222 210–581–2273 SCC at Westover Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center 9922 TX–151 78251 210–546–2273 Senior Care of Windcrest 8800 Fourwinds Dr 78239 210–637–2700 Senior Care of Wurzbach 8300 Wurzbach Rd 78229 210–617–2200

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The Vista at Blue Skies West 5100 John D Ryan Blvd 78245 210–677–8666 Trisun Care Center - Lakeside 8707 Lakeside Pkwy 78245 210–510–3200 Windsor Mission Oaks 3030 S Roosevelt Ave 78214 210–924–8151

SCHERTZ Autumn Winds Living & Rehabilitation 3301 FM 3009 78154 210–658–6338

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SEGUIN Guadalupe Valley Nursing Center 1210 Eastwood Dr 78155 830–379–9308 Hacienda Oaks Nursing and Rehab 1637 N King St 78155 830–379–3784 Nesbit Living & Recovery Center 1215 Ashby St 78155 830–379–1606 Remarkable Healthcare 1339 Eastwood Dr 78155 830–379–3900 Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Seguin 1219 Eastwood Dr 78155 830–379–7777

STOCKDALE

HOUSING: Skilled Nursing/Rehab

Silver Tree Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 930 Roy Richard Dr 78154 210–566–9100

Stockdale Residence & Rehabilitation Center 300 Salmon St 78160 830–996–3721

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Nursing Home

Champions!

Courtesy of Texas Health & Human Services

A long-term care ombudsman helps nursing home residents with their rights.

Living in a nursing home doesn’t mean giving up your freedom. If you feel someone is violating your rights, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission’s longterm care ombudsman can help.

Nursing home residents have the same rights and protections of their health, safety and welfare that we all share. For nursing home residents these rights include the right to vote, voice complaints, exercise personal choice, the opportunity to make medical and social decisions as well as visit with anyone you wish and to be lawfully discharged and leave the facility “The right to visitors and the right to be lawfully discharged are too often overlooked,” says Patty Ducayet, Texas long-term care ombudsman. “This includes 24-hour access to family members and access to other visitors if you consent to their visit.”

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It’s not unusual for family disputes about someone’s care to lead to friction over who can visit. If your family can’t work visitation out, Ducayet’s office can help keep the focus where it should be.

“Our job is to help the resident’s voice lead the decision-making,” Ducayet says. “We remind all parties the person living in the nursing home is the one who decides who gets to visit.”

When it comes to discharges, one of the biggest problems people face is losing their spot in their nursing home when they have to go to the hospital. This practice, known as “patient dumping,” is among the top five frequent complaints Ducayet’s office sees.

The long-term ombudsman will make sure you know your rights, including your right to appeal and return to your nursing home after a hospital stay and can represent you during that appeal.

While telling your nursing home’s management is often the best and quickest way to make sure your complaint is addressed, HHSC stands by ready to help if needed.

“An ombudsman can help bring the resident’s concerns to management and offer ideas to address the concern,” Ducayet says. “An ombudsman can give everyone information about the nursing facility’s requirements about residents’ rights and will tell the resident about the option to report a complaint to HHSC Long-Term Care Regulatory services.”

For more information on ombudsman in your area: 800-252-2412 hhs.texas.gov (search for ombudsman)

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Preparing Presenting a

Eulogy

by JOHN B. EARTHMAN

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he purpose of a eulogy is to acknowledge and share information about a person’s life. It is a great honor for someone to present and it’s an important part of the grieving process for the presenter, as well as the audience.

A good place to start is to make a list of thoughts and memories you’d like to share. While others might not be comfortable or able to give their own eulogy, they might find great comfort in sharing memories with you that you could incorporate into the eulogy. Things you might include are stories, quotes, expressions of love or prayers, all of which can be delivered in a serious or humorous manner depending on what you feel is appropriate.

In an effort to have the audience connected and involved in your tribute, the eulogy can be compiled from private memories that your audience might not be aware of as well as personal traits and details of the loved one that all will remember. You will want to include any accomplishments or honors no matter how big or small that were especially important to your loved one. Memories shared should always acknowledge the person in a positive manner and recognize them for who they were accurately.

Once you are ready to write the eulogy, decide on how you will begin, then pick the main thoughts and memories that you wish to share and finally determine how you will close. You need to properly introduce yourself when you begin and have a summarizing statement to share when you close. You can read from your notes, but practice giving the eulogy and change any part that does not feel like natural conversation in your own words.

Presenting a eulogy can cause great anxiety. Stopping at any time to collect your thoughts or emotions and then continuing when you are ready is understandable and acceptable. If you decide that you cannot continue, simply skip to your final statement. It is the message about the impact of your loved that is important, not the delivery, so just be yourself.

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Final Planning Resources ADVANCE PLANNING DOCUMENTS

GriefShare griefshare.org

Caring Connections caringinfo.org

Grieving.com grieving.com

Free Texas Living Will Form rocketlawyer.com

Holy Spirit Catholic Church holyspiritsa.org

Powers of Attorney, DNR, and Similar Documents texaslawhelp.org

Hope Hospice hopehospice.net

Preparing For End–Of–Life Care: Advance Planning Documents txcatholic.org

National Widowers Association nationalwidowers.org

Texas Advance Directive Form everplans.com

North Central Baptist 210–297–4000 baptisthealthsystem.com

Texas Health & Human Services hhs.texas.gov/laws–regulations/ forms/advance–directives

Oak Hills Church oakhillschurch.com

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT

AARP aarp.org Aftertalk aftertalk.com Castle Ridge Mortuary castleridgemortuary.com Christus VNA Hospice and Palliative Care 210–558–6300 Compassion and Choices End–Of–Life Support 800–247–7421 compassionandchoices.org Griefnet griefnet.org 114

Life After Loss (American Cancer Society) 800–227–2345

Outreach Health Services outreachhealth.com Porter Loring Family Care Services 210–227–8221 | porterloring.com St. Matthews Catholic Church stmatts.org San Antonio Area Widowed Persons Service 210–745–5801 Soul Care Project soulcareproject.org Summit Christian Center summitsa.com the light beyond thelightbeyond.com

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Baylor College of Medicine 713–798–3858

Abode 210–967–9891 | abodehome.org

BIOGIFT 866–670–1799 | biogift.org

Caring Connections 800–658–8898 | caringinfo.org

Donate Life Texas donatelifetexas.org

Grave Talk churchofenglandfunerals.org

Science Care sciencecare.com

Hospice Foundation of America hospicefoundation.org

UT Health Science 210–567–3900 uthscsa.edu/csa/bodydonation

Kitchen Table Conversations Educating Central Texans to have end of life conversations and legally documenting their wishes. kitchentableconversations.org

DONOR PROGRAMS

Blood Center 713–790–1200 800–355–7427 Donate Life Texas 877–839–2755 | donatelifetexas.org LifeGift 713–523–4438 800–633–6562 lifegift.org Lion’s Eye Bank of Texas at Baylor College of Medicine 713–798–5500 | bcm.edu/eye National Kidney Foundation Donor Family Council 800–622–9010 | kidney.org National Marrow Donor Program 800–526–7809 | marrow.org The Living Bank 713–528–2971 800–528–2971 livingbank.org United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) 804–782–4800 | unos.org

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DONATION OF A BODY

National Association for Home Care and Hospice nahc.org National Hospice and Palliative Care 703–837–1500 | nhpco.org Planning for a Graceful Exit epicenter.org/wc–end-of-life-planning FUNERALS, BURIAL AND CREMATION

Texas Prepaid Funeral Contracts 877–276–5554 www.prepaidfunerals.texas.gov Texas Funeral Service Commission 512–936–2474 | tfsc.state.tx.us Assistance in finding low-cost funeral arrangements Funeral Consumers Alliance of Central Texas 512–480–0555 | fcactx.org

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Final Planning Resources For Veterans

GRIEF COUNSELING

Department of Veterans Affairs 800–827–1000 | www.va.gov

Quality of Life Care qualityoflifecare.com

Gold Star Wives of America goldstarwives.org

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Military Funeral Honors militaryfuneralhonors.osd.mil Mission Park RETAMA Cemetery 210–576–3480 missionparks.com/veterans The Kerr County Veterans Service Office | 830–792–2203

Denial Anger Bargaining Depression Acceptance

Understanding the five stages of grief grief.com/the–5–stages–of–grief

VA Houston National Veterans Cemetery | 281–447–8686 www.cem.va.gov DECEASED IDENTITY THEFT

To avoid identity theft of a deceased person, it is recommended that you take the following steps: • Scale back the obituary—don’t provide too 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 flag decedent’s number as inactive.

Also notify your local passport office, if applicable • To remove the deceased name from direct marketing lists, register as deceased Do–Not–Contact Web site............ dmaconsumers.org/consumerassistance.html

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A person may provide written directions for the disposition, including cremation, of their remains in a will, a prepaid funeral contract, or a written instrument called “Appointment of Agent to Control Disposition of Remains,” which is signed and acknowledged by the person who agrees to be responsible for the interment. A copy can be obtained at: tfsc.state.tx.us or Legal Hotline for Texans at 800–622–2520.

SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFICIARY – REPORTING A DEATH

When a Social Security beneficiary dies, report the death to the Social Security Administration as soon as possible. They will require the name and Social Security Number of the deceased, the date and place of death, if there is a surviving spouse or an eligible child, and your name and address. A copy of the Death Certificate may be required. You will be given instructions on handling any forthcoming Social Security checks. A one–time death benefit of $255 is paid to a surviving spouse or eligible child.

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DIRECTIONS FOR THE DISPOSITION OF REMAINS

Social Security Administration............................. ssa.gov • 800–772–1213 VITAL RECORDS Birth and Death Certificates Texas Bureau of Vital Statistics.............. dshs.state.tx.us/vs/ | 888–963–7111 Texas Law dictates that both birth and death certificates are deemed confidential for a set period of time. Birth certificates are confidential for 75 years, and death certificates are confidential for 25 years after the death has occurred. If a birth or death certificate is requested before this period of time elapses, certified copies of these documents can only be obtained by a qualified applicant.

A qualified applicant can be an immediate family member (by blood or marriage), a legal guardian, or the legal representative of the person for whom the document is requested. If you are not a qualified applicant, you may request a verification of a birth or death record.

Certified copies of the birth and death certificates are issued with a state seal and are printed on security paper. Heirloom birth certificates have a different cost and are printed on special paper that boasts a design celebrating Texas.

The heirloom certificate ($60) is only offered through Austin, Texas.

Funeral homes will supply certified copies of a death certificate for a small fee if requested at the time funeral arrangements are made.

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Final Planning Resources For Obtaining Birth and Death Certificates Texas Bureau of Vital Statistics............. dshs.state.tx.us/vs/ • 888–963–7111 Bandera (County Clerk).................................................. banderacounty.org Bexar (Municipal Archives & Records).................................... sanantonio.gov Comal (County Clerk)........................................................... co.comal.tx.us Gillespie (County Clerk)................................................... gillespiecounty.org Guadalupe (County Clerkk)............................................. co.guadalupe.tx.us Kendall (County Clerk)........................................................ co.kendall.tx.us Kerr (County Clerk).................................................................. co.kerr.tx.us Medina (Medina County Health Department)........................ medinahealth.org Verification of Birth and Death The verification of a birth or death record is NOT a certified copy of the birth or death certificate, but a letter with the person’s name, date of occurrence, county where the birth or death took place and a state file number. Letters may not be available at all birth and death registrars. Verifications are available from 1903 to the present date. Fees for birth and death verification range from $22–$30.

This fee is non-refundable for records that are not located.

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Hospice

ospice care is a philosophy of care that accepts dying as a natural part of life. When death is inevitable, hospice seeks neither to hasten nor postpone it. Hospice provides care, comfort and support for persons with life-limiting conditions as well as their families.

How Does Hospice Work?

Hospice care is for any person who has a life-threatening or terminal illness.

All hospices consider the patient and family together as the unit of care. Most reimbursement sources require a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course. Patients with both cancer and non-cancer illnesses are eligible to receive hospice care.

The majority of hospice patients are cared for in their own homes or the homes of a loved one. “Home� may also be broadly construed to include services provided in nursing homes or hospitals.

Typically, a family member serves as the primary caregiver and when appropriate, helps make decisions for the hospice patient. Members of the hospice staff make regular visits to assess the patient and provide additional care or other services. Hospice staff is on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Medicaid or a private insurance company, hospices will work with the person and their family to ensure needed services can be provided.

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Who is the Hospice Team?

Hospice care is a family-centered approach that includes, at a minimum, a team of doctors, nurses, social workers, counselors, and trained volunteers. They work together focusing on the dying patient’s needs; physical, psychological, or spiritual. The goal is to help keep the patient as pain-free as possible until 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 Hospice Benefit, and private insurers. If a person does not have coverage through Medicare, Medicaid or a private insurance company, hospices will work with the person and their family to ensure needed services can be provided.

Who is Eligible for Medicare Hospice Benefits?

Hospice care is covered under Medicare Part A (hospital Insurance).

You are eligible for 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 and probably have less than six months to live, and • You sign a statement choosing hospice care instead of routine Medicare covered benefits 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 problems that 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 and Nursing care • Medical equipment (like wheelchairs or walkers) • Medical supplies (like bandages and catheters) • Drugs for symptom control and pain relief • Short-term hospital care, including respite and inpatient for pain/symptom management • Home health aide and homemaker services • Physical, Occupational therapy and Speech therapy • Social work services and 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.

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• 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 Benefit does not pay for nursing home room and board.

Respite Care and Medicare Respite care is care given to a hospice patient by another caregiver so that the usual caregiver can rest. As a hospice patient, you may have one person who takes care of you every day, like a family member. Sometimes your caregiver needs someone to take care of you for a short time while they do other things that need to be done. During a period of respite care, you might be cared for in a Medicare-approved facility, such as a hospice residential facility, hospital, or nursing home.

How Do I Begin Receiving Hospice?

Anyone can inquire about hospice services. You or your loved one may call a local hospice and request services. The hospice staff will then contact your physician to determine if a referral to hospice is appropriate. Another way to inquire about hospice is 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.

As a hospice patient, you always have the right to stop getting hospice care and receive the “traditional” Medicare coverage you had before electing hospice.

All care that you receive for your illness must be given by your hospice team.

Questions to Ask When Choosing 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?

• 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?

• Are any of the staff members certified or credentialed in hospice?

• Do physicians visit the patient in the home?

• What is the staff to patient ratio?

• Are any alternative therapies provided to manage symptoms?

• What ‘extras’ does the hospice provide?

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Below are area Hospice Agencies licensed by the State of Texas and listed by the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services. n = Medicare s = Medicaid BANDERA

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River City Hospice 830–796–7979

A Plus Family Care, LLC 210–530–9111

BOERNE

A Bliss Hospice Care 210–822–0577

Alamo Hospice 830–816–5024 River City Hospice 830–816–5578

FLORESVILLE Nurses In Touch 830–216–7111

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Alamo Hospice 210–444–2244 Altus Hospice 210–920–2620 Amedia Hospice 210–377–3444 Amedisys Hospice of San Antonio 210–541–0922

Kindred Hospice 210–733–1212 Good Shepherd Hospice 210–733–3939 Grace Hospice 210–525–1400 Guiding Light Hospice 210–585–2335 Harbor Hospice of Central San Antonio, LP 210–481–0500 Harbor Hospice of North San Antonio 210–481–0500

Harbor Hospice of South Brookdale Hospice San Antonio San Antonio 210–600–5375 210–481–0500 Hill Country Memorial Hospice Blue Skies of Texas Hospice Harbour Hospice 830–997–1335 210–838–6340 210–403–9911 CHRISTUS Sister Mary HELOTES Heart To Heart Hospice of Hospice Center Benevolent Hospice, LLC San Antonio 210–558–6300 210–681–2140 210–824–4113 Cima Hospice of Heart to Heart Hospice of San HONDO San Antonio, LP Antonio South 210–561–5522 River City Hospice 210–922–0001 830–584–2030 Companion Hospice and Heartland Hospice Palliative Care of South Texas 210–340–0499 KERRVILLE 855–320–5552 Holy Savior Hospice Alamo Hospice Compassus – San Antonio 210–375–5914 830–816–5024 Hospice & Palliative Care Interim HealthCare Hospice 210–731–0505 Peterson Hospice 210–308–7026 830–258–7799 Embrace Hospice, LLC Kindred Hospice 210–691–3600 NEW BRAUNFELS 210–738–8141 Encompass Home Health Cima Hospice of Legacy Home Health Agency, Inc. & Hospice Central Texas, LP 210–736–1855 210–901–7300 830–643–1971 Lenity Hospice Care Generations Hospice Care Harbor Hospice 210–457–4444 210–979–9933 830–214–0477 Merida Health Care Group Generous Home Care Hope Hospice 210–923–7800 Management, LLC 800–499–7501 210–239–5056 My Medical Network Interim HealthCare Hospice Kindred Hospice Inpatient Unit Hospice, LLC 830–214–0129 210–932–2565 210–492–1400 Ave Maria Hospice 830–997–1709

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Premier Hospice Care 210–231–0435 Questqual Home Health & Hospice Agency 210–739–6480 River City Hospice of Texas, LLC 210–858–9138

Signal Hospice Care LLC 210–732–7600

VITAS Inpatient Hospice Unit at Methodist Healthcare Southern Hospice Care Texas, Inc. 210–961–4060 210–490–6211 Vitas Healthcare 210–348–4300 St. Gabriel’s Hospice and Palliative Care 210–822–2992

Superior Hospice of San Antonio 855–227–5777

SEGUIN Guadalupe Regional Hospice Services 830–401–7561

San Antonio Home Health and Tender Touch Hospice Hospice – Bexar County 210–585–6352 210–787–3343 Transitions Hospice, LLC Seasons Hospice & Palliative 210–906–8555 Care of Texas – San Antonio Unity Hospice Care, LLC 210–471–2300 210–370–7785

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New Century Hospice – San Antonio 210–593–3200

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CHICKPEA TURKEY CHILI Courtesy of Bonterra Organic Vineyards

Photo Courtesy of Bonterra Organic Vineyards

Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

4 cups kale or a deep green blend

1 medium onion, chopped

1 large can diced organic tomatoes, drained

1 poblano pepper, chopped

1 teaspoon chili powder

3 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1 pound ground turkey

6 cups chicken stock

1/4 cup tomato paste

sea salt, to taste

2½ cups cooked chickpeas

freshly ground black pepper, to taste

In a large Dutch oven heat olive oil over medium-high heat. SautĂŠ onion, poblano pepper and garlic for 3 minutes. Add turkey and cook another 4 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and chickpeas (partially mashed chickpeas). Stir in kale, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin and chicken stock. Add sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

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We offer resources to get you started... tools that can turn difficult conversations into caring, respectful dialogue.

Visit our website or contact us: www.funeraladvicesatx.org | 210.341.2213 Since 1948, serving as an all volunteer non-profit consumer group providing information to help people make end-of-life decisions that fit their values and their budget.

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BOERNE Rainbow Senior Center 17 Old San Antonio Road 78006 830–249–2114

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Willie Cortez Comprehensive Senior Center 5512 SW Military Drive 78242 210–207–5294 n

SEGUIN The Silver Center 510 E. Court St. 78155 830-303-6612

HONDO Medina Senior Center /Hondo 808-A Harper 78861 830–741–6160

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KERRVILLE Dietert Center 451 Guadalupe Street 78028 830–792–4044

SAN ANTONIO Alicia Trevino Lopez Senior Center 8353 Culebra Road 78251 210–558–0178 n Bob Ross Senior Center 2219 Babcock 78229 210–207–5300 n District 2 Senior Center 1751 S. W.W. White Road 78220 210–207–5390 n District 5 Comprehensive Senior Center 2701 S Presa 78210 210–207–5270 n Doris Griffin Senior One Stop Center 6157 NW Loop 410 78238 210–780–7444 n Normoyle Comprehensive Senior Center 700 Culberson 78211 210–207–5650 n Northeast Senior Center 4135 Thousand Oaks 78247 210–207–4590 n South Side Lions Senior Center 3303 Pecan Valley Drive 78210 210–207–1760 n West End Park 1226 NW 18th Street 78207 210–207–1720 n

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Volunteering Volunteering can be a very rewarding use of your time. Consider these questions before choosing a volunteer opportunity.

• What are my skills and my personal priorities?

• How much time do I have to volunteer?

• How do I want to use my talents?

Organizations Looking for Volunteers (not a comprehensive list) Animal Defense League Kennel care support, hospital, adoption center and thrift store are areas in which volunteers can help.

210–655–1481 adltexas.org McNay Art Museum Volunteers can be greeters to welcome and inform visitors.

210–805–1725 mcnayart.org Northeast Senior Assistance Volunteers run errands, drive elderly clients to appointments or take care of minor household chores.

210–967–6372 neseniorassistance.org San Antonio Botanical Garden Volunteer as a guide or educator, assist as a membership ambassador or help with events or help with gardens and more.

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San Antonio Food Bank Volunteer opportunities are plenty, such as sorting or helping in the community kitchen, the urban farm or the Mobile Apple Corp and more.

210–431–8388 safoodbank.org San Antonio Missions Volunteer positions may include conducting wildlife and plant surveys, leading guided tours, performing clerical duties, or maintaining park facilities.

210–932–1001 nps.gov San Antonio Pets Alive!

Plenty of volunteer opportunities.

See their website for a complete list.

210–370–7612 sanantoniopetsalive.org San Antonio Public Library Volunteers can aid genealogists in the Texana department, set up exhibits, help with children’s activities and assist patrons using the library’s computers.

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Volunteers In Medicine (New Braunfels) Volunteers range from physicians to dentists, from nurses to hygienists to office workers.

830–632–5131 nbvim.org

San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo There are lots of ways to help as a volunteer – see their website for more information.

210–225–5851 sarodeo.com

Witte Museum Museum volunteers can work in the museum shop, help with teacher’s workshops or office work.

210–357–1891 wittemuseum.org

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San Antonio Regional Hospital Volunteer opportunities include assistance at events, blood drives, gift shop, main lobby, clerical reception and more.

909–985–2811 sarh.org

*These are only a few of the many organizations that are looking for volunteers.

If you don’t see something that interests you check srgserv.com for more volunteer opportunities or consider searching online.

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hether you’re a caregiver or interested in getting your own business in order, we’ve identified five recommended legal documents that every adult should have. There are many online resources that explain in further detail about each document. If you have an attorney, be sure to ask about these documents or there are online resources that provide a free template for you to create your own. Don’t wait until it’s too late—take a moment to get organized.

ADVANCE DIRECTIVE Also known as a living will or health care declaration/directive, this document outlines your wishes for medical treatments and life-sustaining measures, in the case that you are not able to communicate them verbally. Details might include a “do not resuscitate” order (DNR), the use of breathing machines, tube feeding or organ donation. Making these decisions in advance lets medical professionals know what measures to take and grants your loved ones peace of mind, should they have to communicate these decisions for you.

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DURABLE POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR HEALTH CARE While an advance directive is limited to end-of-life concerns, a durable power of attorney for health care accounts for all health care decisions in the case that you are incapable of making decisions for yourself. In this document, you are able to outline how your designated power of attorney should act. Their authority to make these decisions ends when you are once again capable of making your own decisions.

LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT Many people know this document simply as a “will.” It outlines how your property (including digital property such as email accounts and blogs) should be distributed and to whom. Different states have different requirements for one’s will. In Texas your will must be signed by two witnesses.

LIVING TRUST A living trust designates someone (trustee) to help manage and distribute your assets rather than going through the court system, as in a last will. This often prevents your last wishes from becoming public record. This document also designates terms in which the trustee would set into action, should you be unable to make decisions regarding your assets during and after your life.

FINANCIAL POWER OF ATTORNEY This document designates someone (principal) to do business on your behalf, should you be unable to take care of necessary matters yourself. Tasks designated might include paying bills, selling property, managing assets or applying for medical benefits. Unlike a living trust, a financial power of attorney dies when you do.

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Legal & Financial Assistance EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Bandera County Helping Hand Center 830–796–8300 Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio | 210–222–1294 Christian Assistance Ministry – Kerr County | 830–257–4222

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The Foundation for End–of–Life Care 954–272–9847 | foundationeolc.org Bexar County 210–335–6770 bexar.tx.networkofcare.org LEGAL ASSISTANCE

Claude Black Community Center 210–353–2222

Advocacy, Inc | 800–880–0821

Community Council of South Central Texas 830–896–2124 Community Council of South Central Texas – Guadalupe | 830–896–2124

Texas RioGrande, Legal Aid, Inc. Serving Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Llano, Mason, Travis, Williamson 800–369–9270

Community Resource and Recreation Center | 830–964–2324

Assistant Attorney General’s Office Assists with consumer complaints 512–463–2070

Ella Austin Community Center 210–224–2351

Bexar Area Agency on Aging 210–477–3275

Family Life Center– Seguin 830–379–1997

Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of San Antonio | 210–222–1294

Hill Country Family Services – Kendall County | 830–249–8643

Family Eldercare’s Guardianship and Money Management Program 512–450–0844 | familyeldercare.org

Hill Country Needs Council 830–997–9756 Kerr County Area Christian Assistance Ministry | 830–257–4222 Salvation Army of Kerrville Texas 830–257–3620

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid 800–369–9270 | trla.org Family Law Hotline | 800–777–3247 Justice in Aging | 202–289–6976 justiceinaging.org

FINANCIAL AID For Veterans

Legal Aid of Central Texas 512–447–7707

Impact a Hero | 513–792–4070 impactahero.org Horizon Outreach | 713–467–4966 horizonoutreach.org Texas VFW Foundation | texasvfw.org

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Lawyer Referral Service of Central Texas 512–472–8303 | austinlrs.com

Legal Hotline for Texans 800–622–2520 | tlsc.org Texas Legal Services Center and Pro Bono Net | 212–760–2554 TexasLawHelp.org

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Lone Star Lawyers for Lone Star Veterans, Lone Star Legal Aid 254–756–7944 | probono.net NVLSP | 202–265–8305 | nvlsp.org Texas Law Help texaslawhelp.org/veterans Texas Lawyers for Texas Veterans texasbar.com/veterans

LEGAL ASSISTANCE WITH ADVANCED DIRECTIVES Advanced Directives for Health Care 800–880–1300 ext 1341 Texas Medical Association Provides Directive to Physician and Medical Power of Attorney forms free of charge.

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Texas Veterans Legal Assistance Project Hotline 800–622–2520 | tlsc.org

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Understanding Medicare: Parts, Plans and Meeting Your Needs

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any Americans who enter into Medicare do so with a sketchy understanding of how the system works.

That’s rather alarming considering how much older Americans rely on Medicare for their healthcare needs.

It’s essential that seniors understand how the program works to avoid missing out on important benefits and paying unnecessarily high costs. Sometimes, the best approach is to start from the beginning when unraveling a complex subject like Medicare: Parts of Medicare When you sign up for Medicare at age 65 you’re automatically enrolled in Plan A, which is hospital coverage, and Plan B, which covers outpatient coverage. Part A covers room and board in a hospital or skilled nursing facility, while Part B covers things like doctor visits, surgeries, lab work, equipment and diagnostic tests.

Prescription drugs are covered under Part D, which provides a card that allows you to buy prescription medications at a significantly lower cost than retail. Part D insurance is voluntary coverage but it’s a key part of the system because paying out-of-pocket for medications can be extremely expensive.

How the parts work Your Medicare Part B coverage is based on income, with enrollees starting at a base rate of $135.50 while higher-income enrollees pay an “income adjustment” (meaning they pay more for Medicare). Part B is a necessity; you cannot purchase supplemental insurance unless you have both Part A and B. If

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you’re working for a large employer, your health insurance there continues as your primary with Medicare playing a secondary role, meaning you can delay enrolling in Part B if your group insurance already includes outpatient benefits.

Part B covers 80 percent of medical services, with your share being the remaining 20 percent. Certain treatments and procedures can be quite expensive, which means you could end up with a hefty co-pay. Part D has builtin co-pays for medications, so you won’t need supplemental insurance for the cost of needed medications.

Medicare Advantage Choosing the right supplemental coverage is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a Medicare enrollee. Fortunately, you can select plan options based on your budget. Medicare Advantage, also known as Part C, offers plans that provide a low-cost alternative to Medicare. These plans have their own local network of providers and usually have lower premiums than Medigap, though there are co-pays for hospital stays, doctor visits and other approved services. Medicare Advantage also has a folded-in version of Part D, though it’s important to remember that it may not include the specific medications you need.

Medigap As mentioned, Medicare pays 80 percent. A Medigap plan pays the other 20 percent of your Part B outpatient expenses. Some Medigap plans also cover Part A and B deductibles, though you purchase your own stand-alone Part D coverage since Medigap doesn’t cover prescription medications.

Deciding whether Medicare Advantage could benefit you Check to make sure your doctor is in-network and accepts Medicare Advantage (some accept original Medicare instead). Keep in mind, most Advantage plans are good about pairing you with a specialist if your doctor is out of network. You’ll also want to make sure any medications you take are covered. If you take several prescriptions and have reached the “donut hole,” the annual limit on what Medicare Advantage will cover (between $3,820 and $5,100 on covered medications), bear in mind that Part D enrollees get a 75 percent donut hole discount on brand-name drugs starting at $3,800.

Consider also your out-of-pocket costs if you anticipate health care expenses, you can go with a plan with lower out-of-pocket costs. Check out the plan finder at Medicare.gov to find Medicare Advantage plans in your area that meet your needs. Note that plans such as Humana Medicare Advantage have extensive benefits, including vision and dental coverage as well as an innovative fitness program called SilverSneakers, which provides access to over 13,000 fitness centers.

It’s important to understand the Medicare system so you can find the coverage you need. As you compare and contrast plans, carefully check network provider and covered prescription medication lists. And stay abreast of the changes which frequently occur with Medicare. It also helps to know that if your plan doesn’t work for you this year, you can change it next year.

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Obtaining a Disabled or Elderly Placard/Plate To qualify as a visual disability, a person must have visual acuity of: • 20/200 or less in the better eye with correcting lenses, or • more than 20/200, but a limited field of vision in which the widest diameter of the visual field subtends an angle of 20 degrees or less.

The placards and plates are also available for individuals with physical limitations, including those who: • cannot walk 200 feet without stopping to rest • cannot walk without the use of, or assistance from, a brace, cane, crutch, another person, prosthetic device, wheelchair or other assistive device • are severely restricted by lung disease • use portable oxygen • have a severe cardiac condition • are severely limited in the ability to walk due to an arthritic, neurological or orthopedic condition, or • have a foot disorder or other condition that severely limits the ability to walk.

To obtain a disabled placard or plate: • Complete and sign an Application for Persons With Disabilities Parking Placard and/or License Plate at txdmv.gov • Have a licensed physician, podiatrist, optometrist, physician’s assistant, or advanced practice nurse complete the Disability Statement portion of the form.

• Include a fee of $5 for a parking placard for a temporary condition; permanent plates and placards are free.

• Mail the original application to the address on the form.

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Transportation Services AACOG Bexar Area Agency on Aging 210–477–3275 Alamo Area Resource Center (AARC) - Transportation 210–625–7222 Alamo Regional Transit (ART) 866–889–7433 American Cancer Society For Cancer Related Medical Appointments

210–614–4211 American Medical Response 210–599–9208 Christian Assistance Ministry – Kerr County 830–257–4222 City of San Antonio - Senior Center Transportation 210–207–7172 Driving Solutions for Disabilities 210–289–2447 | ds4d.org GRASP Transit | 210–658–6351 Jefferson Outreach 210–734–5016 Kerr Konnect 830–315–5377 | kerrkonnect.org MobilityWorks of San Antonio 877–275–4907 Northeast Senior Assistance (NESA) 210–967–6372 Presa Community Center – Transportation 210–532–5554 | presa.org 154

Rides In Sight 855–607–4337 | ridesinsight.org ShurMed Emergency Medical Services 210–432–8800 Southeast Community Outreach (SCOOP) 210–359–6678 Southwest Outreach for Older People (SWOOP) 210–558–0007 Support Services for the Elderly Project (SSEP) 210–207–6680 Texas Health & Human Services Commission Medicaid Transportation 877–633–8747 FOR VETERANS

VIA Metropolitan Transit 210–366–2140 | viainfo.net Call a Ride 4 Vets 210–362–5254 Disabled Veterans Rides Program – Guadalupe County 830–303–4188 ext.20 CABS

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Renewals Every 6 years from 79–84; Every 2 years for 85+; mail or electronic renewal not available to people 79+ DRIVING CLASSES & TRAINING 55 Driving School | 210–674–7710 55 Alive Mature Driving Improvement Course Online defensive-driving-courses.com/55alive-course AAA Senior Driving seniordriving.aaa.com

Kendall County Tax Office 830–249–9343 | kendallad.org

AARP Driver Safety – Online Driving Course aarpdriversafety.org

Kerr County Tax Assessor–Collector 830–792–2241 | co.kerr.tx.us/tax

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DRIVERS LICENSING Texas Department of Public Safety dps.texas.gov Drivers Age 79 or Older txdps.state. tx.us/driverlicense/elderlydrivers.htm Renewal applicants 85+ pay a discounted fee of $9 for a two–year driver’s license. Texas driver’s license renewals are free for qualifying disabled veterans.

Vision Tests Vision test required for age 79+; 20/40 better eye or 20/70 better eye with restrictions. Bioptic telescopes are permitted to meet acuity standard, and driver must pass a road test.

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National Aging and Disability Transportation Center nadtc.org Tools to help make informed decisions about elderly drivers Driving Decisions Workbook um-saferdriving.org The Hartford Center for Mature Market Excellence – Safety Guides safedrivingforalifetime.com DRIVING SAFETY AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety aaafoundation.org

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To qualify as a visual disability, a person must have visual acuity of: • 20/200

or less in the better eye with correcting lenses, or

• more

than 20/200, but a limited field of vision in which the widest diameter of the visual field subtends an angle of 20 degrees or less.

The placards and plates are also available for individuals with physical limitations, including those who: • cannot

walk 200 feet without stopping to rest

• cannot

walk without the use of, or assistance from, a brace, cane, crutch, another person, prosthetic device, wheelchair or other assistive device

• are

severely restricted by lung disease

• use

portable oxygen

• have

a severe cardiac condition

• are

severely limited in the ability to walk due to an arthritic, neurological or orthopedic condition, or

• have

a foot disorder or other condition that severely limits the ability to walk.

To obtain a disabled placard or plate: • Complete

and sign an Application for Persons With Disabilities Parking Placard and/or License Plate at txdmv.gov

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OBTAINING A PLACARD/ PLATE FOR THE DISABLED OR ELDERLY

• Have

a licensed physician, podiatrist, optometrist, physician’s assistant, or advanced practice nurse complete the Disability Statement portion of the form.

• Include

a fee of $5 for a parking placard for a temporary condition; permanent plates and placards are free.

• Mail

the original application to the address on the form.

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