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Resources
Seniors
Links to Sites for Seniors/Eldercare:
(Some of the sites will help those who are not seniors.)
WARNING:
I have NOT followed the Links attached to the sites. Please check
them. Some sites, after closing their "doors", are replaced
by non-Christian sites!
Eldercare, 2008-2009
Ventura County Edition
(http://www.VenturaCountyEldercare.com)
Transportation, Housing, Caregiving, Equipment and
Services, Financial Services, Insurance and Legal, Senior Centers,
etc.
Senior Housing
(http://www.seniorhousingnet.com/seniors/)
SECTION
I - Local Assistance
Source:
Crime Prevention Handbook for Seniors,
Ventura County District Attorney, Ventura CA
Adult
Protective Services
(http://www.vchsa.org)
805-654-3200
Provides various services necessary to protect the elderly and dependent
adults (home visits and assessment of needs). Investigates allegation
of physical abuse and neglect.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman
(http://www.ombudsmanventura.org)
805-656-1986
Receives, investigates and attempts to resolve problems or complaints
made by or on behalf of elderly residents of skilled nursing facilities
and residential care facilities.
Crime Victims Assistance Program –
Ventura County District Attorney.
805-654-3622, TTY: 805-677-8750
Assists victims in obtaining restraining orders, completing state
compensation forms and information on cases, crisis intervention and
courts support.
Grey Law
290 Maple Courts, Suite 128 Ventura, CA
805-658-2266
Provides free legal assistance to elderly (60 and over) unable to
afford a private attorney. Legal services provided in the following
areas: Social Security, SSI, MediCal and Power of Attorney. Also provides
legal assistance regarding the death of a spouse and consumer protection.
Jewish Family Services
(http://www.jfsvc.org)
805-641-6565
A non-denominational service that provides in-home counseling, support
groups and legal assistance for seniors.
Better Business Bureau
(http://www.santabarbara.bbb.org)
805-963-8657
Consumers can call to register complaints against local businesses
or companies. Information is provided regarding any complaints that
have been received against the company.
Senior Nutrition Program
2220 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, CA 805-388-4317
Provides nutritious lunches for adults 60 and older at sites around
the county. Some transportation assistance is available. Home delivered
meals are available to homebound seniors.
Social Security Administration
(http://www.ssa.gov)
1-800-772-1213
327 North Fifth Street, Oxnard, CA 93030
80 East Hillcrest Drive, Ste 200, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
3585 Maple Street, Ste 101 Ventura, CA 93003
Administers the provisions of Social Security retirement, survivor
and disability claims. Administers Supplemental Security Income program,
a program for disabled low-income recipient of benefits.
Consumer Mediation Unit,
Ventura District Attorney (http://www.ventura.org/vcda)
805-654-3110
Provides assistance to consumers who have questions on consumer-related
matters, including landlord-tenant issues or conflicts with a business.
Can assist to resolve conflict or refer to appropriate agency to investigate
complaints.
OASIS (Catholic Charities)
2532 Ventura Blvd, Camarillo, CA 805-987-2083
5649 Pittman St. Simi Valley, CA 805-526-3009
Assists in care planning to frail elderly 60 plus years. Referrals
made and coordinates with appropriate service providers to assist
clients in remaining in their homes. Provides volunteer companions
when available and appropriate.
Camarillo Health Care District
(http://www.camhealth.com)
Camarillo, CA 805-388-1952
A nonprofit agency serving the health related needs of Camarillo and
Somis. Provides such services as Lifeline (24 hour personal emergency
alarm system); transportation assistance; various medical clinics;
and health education.
Help of Ojai, Inc.
111 West Santa Ana St. Ojai, CA
805-646-0144
A nonprofit organization that combines community and individual resources
to help those in need regardless of age, sex or religion. Programs
include emergency food; multipurpose senior center; Senior Legal Advice;
Adult Day Care; Hospice/Caring Neighbors; Meals on Wheels and transportation.
Conejo Valley Senior Concerns,
Thousand Oaks, CA (http://www.seniorconcerns.org)
805-497-0189
A nonprofit organization dedicated to keeping the frail elderly and
family together by providing a variety of programs including; Meals
on Wheels, The Fitzgerald Senior Day Support Center, Senior Advisors,
and support groups.
Alzheimer’s Association of California
Central Coast Region, Camarillo, CA (http://www.centralcoastalz.org)
805-485-5597
Supports people with Alzheimer’s Disease and their families
through telephone help line, Chapter Newsletter, lending library,
support groups, educational programs and safe return.
SECTION II - Legal
Assistance
Source:
“Seniors & The Law: A Guide For Maturing Californians”
Available from California Bar Association (http://www.calbar.ca.gov)
California Advocates for Nursing Home
Reform (http://www.canhr.org)
1-800-474-1116 consumer line (http://www.nursinghomeguide.org)
California Attorney General’s
Office
(http://www.ag.ca.gov)
1-800-952-5225 public inquiry, telemarketing and mail fraud
1-888-880-0240 identity theft victims facing criminal charges
1-916-445-2021 charity trust registration
1-800-722-0432 Medi-Cal provider fraud, elder abuse in long term facility
California Department of Consumer
Affairs (http://www.dca.ca.gov)
1-800-952-5210 public inquiries, consumer complaints, license checks
1-866-785-9663 Office of Privacy Protection
1-916-322-7737 Cemetery and Funeral Bureau
California Department of Corporations
(http://www.corp.ca.gov)
1-866-ASK-CORP (1-866-275-2677) information and license checks
Seniors Against Investment Fraud (SAIF)
California Department of Fair Employment
and Housing (http://www.dfeh.ca.gov)
1-800-884-1684 discrimination complaints and referrals
1-800-233-3212 housing discrimination complaints
California Department of Health Services
(http://www.dhs.ca.gov)
1-800-236-9747 licensing, certification and referrals
California Department of Insurance
(http://www.insurance.ca.gov)
1-800-927-HELP (1-800-927-4357) insurance claims problems, living
trust scams
California Department of Managed
Care (http://www.hmohelp.ca.gov)
1-888-HMO-2219 (1-888-466-2219) questions, complaints about HMOs
California Department of Social
Services (http://www.dss.cahwnet.gov)
(http://www.ccld.ca.gov) local community
care licensing offices
California Medical Board
(http://www.medbd.ca.gov)
1-800-633-2322 complaints regarding physicians
California Registry
(http://www.calregistry.com)
1-800-777-7575 information on various living arrangements for seniors
California State Controller’s
Offices (http://www.sco.ca.gov)
1-800-992-4647 Bureau of Unclaimed Property
1-800-952-5661 applications for property tax postponement
1-916-445-6321 information on estate and gift taxes
Contractors State License Board
(http://www.cslb.ca.gov)
1-800-321-2752 license checks, publication requests
Eldercare Locator Service
(http://www.eldercare.gov)
1-800-677-1116 referral to your local Area Agency on Aging
Federal Trade Commission
(http://www.ftc.gov / http://www.consumer.gov/idtheft)
1-877-438-4338 identity theft complaints, ID Theft Affidavits
1-877-382-4357 information, consumer complaints against businesses
Franchise Tax Board
(http://www.ftb.ca.gov)
1-800-338-0505 Homeowner and Renter Assistance Program
Internal Revenue Service
(http://www.irs.gov)
1-800-829-1040 tax information
Medicare
(http://www.medicare.gov)
1-800-633-4227 information on Medicare, Medicare provider fraud
National Fraud Information Center
(http://www.fraud.org)
1-800-876-7060 report telemarketing and Internet fraud, information
Railroad Retirement Board
(http://www.rrb.gov)
1-800-808-0772 referrals to local offices
Social Security Administration
(http://www.ssa.gov)
1-800-772-1213 earnings/benefits status, referrals to local offices
1-800-269-0271 Social Security fraud
The State Bar of California
(http://www.calbar.ca.gov)
1-415-538-2280 free consumer pamphlets
1-800-843-9053 license checks, complaints regarding attorney conduct
1-888-460-7364 Senior information hotline
U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development (http://www.hud.gov)
1-800-569-4287 housing counseling referral line
1-800-877-0246 housing discrimination: information, complaint filing
U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
(http://www.va.gov)
1-800-827-1000 information, location of nearest office
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
(http://www.eeoc.gov)
1-800-669-4000 information, employment discrimination complaints
SECTION III -
National Organizations
AARP
(http://www.aarp.org)
1-916-446-AARP (1-916-446-2277) information and services for seniors
Alzheimer’s Association
(http://www.alznorcal.org)
1-800-660-1993 Information on Alzheimer’s and associated diseases
Administration on Aging
(http://www.aoa.gov) 1-202-619-0724
Eldercare Locator 1-800-677-1116
First step to find resources to help a senior in any community across
the county. Needs address and zip code of senior. Available Monday-Friday
9 AM to 8 PM (EST) Information includes meal availability, home care,
transportation, alternative housing, home repair, recreation, social
activities, legal help and other community services.
Long Term Care Ombudsmen 1-800-677-1116
Advocate for residents of nursing homes, board and care homes, assisted
living facilities, and other adult care facilities.
Location of specific State Area Agencies in Aging
Select “Family Caregiver” button to “Caregiving
Resources”
Important Document locator www.elderweb.com
Instructions on locating a variety of important records.
American Heart Association
(http://www.americanheart.org)
Federal Interagency Forum on Aging
Statistics (http://www.agingstats.gov)
Ten government agencies provide information on data on the aging population.
FIRSTGOV
(http://www.firstgov.org)
One-stop access to all online government resources.
Medicare
(http://www.medicare.gov)
Easy to understand information on benefits, eligibility and selecting
a nursing home
Phone numbers and link to the State Health Insurance Counseling and
Assistant Program. (SHIP) providing specific community and State specific
information.
National Academy of Elder Care Attorneys
(http://www.naela.org)
Locate an attorney that has earned an advanced degree as a Certified
Elder Law Attorney.
National Association of Professional
Geriatric Care Givers
(http://www.caremanager.org)
1-520-881-8008
Locate a managed care professional that can assess a seniors status
and recommend a course of action that meets the needs of the senior’s
situation.
National Council on the Aging
(http://www.ncoa.org)
First national association of organizations and professionals dedicated
to promoting the dignity, self-determination, well being and contributions
of older people.
Social Security Administration
(http://www.ssa.gov)
Contains current and useful information on social security and allow
individuals to conduct social security business on-line.
Society of Certified
Senior Advisors
(http://www.society-csa.com)
Society providing education and training to gerontology, geriatrics
medicine, elder law, financial planning, accounting, and other age-related
specialty involved in the fields affecting seniors.
The Center for Long Term Care Financing
(http://www.centerltc.org)
Non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring quality long term care
for Americans and that key issues are addressed.
The Center for Medicare Education
(http://www.medicareed.org)
Designed for professionals to assist them with Medicare related issues.Other
Recommended National Organizations
International Longevity Center
(http://www.ilcusa.org)
Proceeds support their mission to advance healthy and productive aging.
National Association of Senior Move
Mangers (http://www.nasmm.com)
$40/$60 hour. Helps seniors deal with moving and charities, consignment
shops, antique dealers and vendors.
Elderhostel
Institute Network (http://www.elderhostel.org/EIN/intro.asp)
Lifelong learning institutes span North America. Programs examine
the events that shape our lives, and the arts and sciences that capture
our imaginations
National Committee to
Preserve Social Security and Medicare (http://www.ncpssm.org/contact/ask)
All Experts
(http://www.allexperts.com)
Touts being “the oldest and largest Q&A service on the internet.”
Answers questions on appraisal, condition and value. Plug in question
and await an e-mail answer.
Great Outdoor Recreation
Page (http://gorp.away.com/index.html)
Offers information on just about anything outdoors
New England Centenarian
Study (http://www.bumc.bu.edu/centenarian)
Works with centenarians and people in their 90s from all over the
world to discover the secrets of aging well.
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September 11, 2008
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