2012 Senior Resource Guide Southwest (April - September)

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Start with the Table of Contents. There you will find the categories in which businesses, agencies and organizations which provide services or products for active aging adults, are listed. If you know the name of a business, look in the Index found at the back of the Guide, which has an alphabetical list of advertisers, including phone numbers.

Categories in the Table of Contents are color coded. You will find the same color on the page tabs inside the Guide that correspond to each category. Various businesses that you might expect to find in each category are listed adjacent to this page.

Once you have identified a business category or a specific company, you can either go directly to the page number listed beside the company name or find the corresponding color coded page tab inside the Guide to see all businesses in that specific category.

If you are looking for non-profit or government resources go to the Resource category (purple coding) in the table of contents.

For articles of interest, see the Articles category in the table of contents.

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Including: massage therapy, books, travel agencies, professional services, pet sitters

Including: geriatric physician, podiatrist, dentist, orthopedist, plastic surgeon

Including: lawn services, remodeler, SRES Realtor, home repairs & security systems, builders

Including: financial planner, elder law attorney, reverse mortgage specialist, financial institutions

Including: medical supplies & equipment, health aides, nutritional supplements & health services

Including: hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, cancer treatment facilities

Including: extended hospital stay facilities

Including: home health services, personal assistant or non-medical services

Including: independent/retirement, assisted living, skilled nursing, Alzheimer’s

Including: hospice, funeral services and products

Including: non-profits, state agencies, senior centers, adult day care centers

Including: Aging in Place, How to Choose a Living Facility, Final Planning, Social Security Q & A, How to Live to be 100, Financially Fit

Senior Resource Guide Sections

Lifestyle Products & Services

Healthcare Providers

Home Products & Services

Legal & Financial

Health Products & Services

Healthcare Facilities

Long Term Acute Care Facilities

Home Care Services

Housing

Final Planning

Resources

Articles

*Each section may contain additional articles, listings and resources.


GENERAL INFORMATIONPublisher’s Page – Contacting the Senior Resource Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13SRG Distribution Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14How to use the Senior Resource Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Looking to make a lifestyle change & need more information? . . . . . . . . . .17, 18

CONTENTSTable of

LEGAL & FINANCIALAAG – American Advisors Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41Disability Group, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40e-Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42Hayes & Wilson, Attorneys at Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

LIFESTYLE PRODUCTS & SERVICESBody Exhale Massage Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Library of Classics – Audio Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Life Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Marfa Mysteries Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Medical Fitness Pros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27My Computer Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Professional Tributes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23The Maxie House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Western Audio Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

HOME PRODUCTS & SERVICESAAG: American Advisors Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34ADT Home Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Darling Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Dish Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33HealthLink Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36Remax Realty Center-Wendy Cline, SRES Realtor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36Linda Bell, SRES Realtor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

HEALTH PRODUCTS & SERVICESAdaptive Driving Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45, 59Bergamonte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51BiPolar USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60Body Exhale Massage Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54Concord EMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241Diabetes Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57


HEALTHCARE FACILITIESBrown Rehabilitation & Treatment Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77Christus St . Catherine’s Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74Dialyspa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75First Colony Aquatic & Rehabilitation Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76Gulf Coast Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70Memorial Herman Hospital Katy Rehab & Northwest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72Memorial Herman Hospital SW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69Park Plaza Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77Texas Family and Geriatric Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73Texas Oncology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

HEALTH PRODUCTS & SERVICES ContinuedDrug Quest Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58First Colony Aquatic & Rehabilitation Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60Houston Hearing Healthcare Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Hydraflexin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53Ion My Diabetes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52Ion My Sleep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50J&R Medical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59Kroger Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44OsteoStrong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Progene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56Spring Branch Medical Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60Walgreens Home Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55, 59Xmed Oxygen & Medical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

LONG TERM ACUTE CARE (LTAC)Kindred Hospitals of Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

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HEALTHCARE PROVIDERSHamilton Vein Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63One Ortho . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64Personal Physicians of Sugar Land . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1, 62Today’s Denture & General Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

HOME CARE SERVICES Continued on next page

1st Texas Home Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3, 87, 100Action Home Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104Advocates for the Independent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105BrightStar of Downtown Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96BrightStar of Sugar Land . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

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HOUSING SubcategorieS are color-coded

Continuum of Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)CCRC The Buckingham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114 CCRC Treemont Retirement Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115Independent/Retirement nArtisan Realty – Lovett Manor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124, 126Brookdale Senior Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116, 117Camden at Royal Oaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122Carriage Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123Hettig-Kahn Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121The Grand Parkway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120, BCThe Plantation at Quail Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125, 126The Solana at Cinco Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118Trebah Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126University Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Assisted Living nAtria Senior Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127, 134Autumn Grove Cottages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135Autumn Leaves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132, 134Barton House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

CONTENTSTable of

HOME CARE SERVICES ContinuedCardinal Senior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100Care & Comfort Home Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100Care Options Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105Caring Senior Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94Christian Companion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98Comfort Keepers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IFC, 91Encompass Home Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99Encore Caregivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 88Guardian Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103Home Health Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101Home Helpers – Fort Bend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92, 101Innovative Nurses & Sitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103LivHOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90, 101Nurses Night & Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97, 102Prudent Health Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102Seniors Helping Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104Synergy Home Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102Texas Home Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95Visiting Angels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 93Help for Caregivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80The SRG Home Care Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82, 83Level of Care Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

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HOUSING Continued SubcategorieS are color-coded

Assisted Living n ContinuedClarewood House Retirement Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137Colonial Oaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129, 135, 136Elmcroft Senior Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131Emeritus Senior Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138Evergreen Cottages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134Greatwood at Sugar Land . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132Oyster Creek Manor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133, 136Silverado Senior Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130The Abbey at Westminster Plaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137The Cottage of Spring Branch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128Residential Care Homes nAlways Home Assisted Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144Braeswood Personal Care Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143Com for Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143Elite House of Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144Optimum Personal Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143Quality Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142Reliable Oaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145Tranquility Personal Care Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142, 144Living Facilities – SRG Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146Skilled Nursing nCambridge Health and Rehab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164Cantex Senior Communities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154, 155, 164Legend Healthcare – Legend Oaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156Nexion Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159Paramount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157, 165Sava Senior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163Southwest LTC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160, 164Spring Branch Transitional Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165The Concierge Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158The Grace Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162The Oaks at Brookshire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164Tuscany Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166Woodridge Nursing & Rehabilitation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162Skilled Nursing Facilities – SRG Listings & Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167Licensed Alzheimer’s/Dementia CareAutumn Grove Cottages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135Autumn Leaves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132Colonial Oaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129, 135, 136Evergreen Cottages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134Oyster Creek Manor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133, 136Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163Silverado Senior Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130The Cottage of Spring Branch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128The Grace Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162

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ARTICLESAging in Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28What is SRES? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35Become Financially Fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38Healthy at Age 100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6512 Simple Gestures of Caring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84Choosing the Right Living Facility & Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107Assisted Living Licensure Differences in Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140Hospice – What You Need to Know . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188Social Security: Nothing to Fear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191Social Security Q&A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192

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I am sure you remember the day when turning 100 years old was quite the accomplishment. Today there are over 80,000 Americans who are living as centenarians. That number is only expected to grow exponentially going into the future. Scientists are estimating that those children that are born

today may very well reach their 150th birthday. That doesn’t mean that the last fifty years will be spent in a nursing home. Quite to the contrary, people are expected to be very active and living independently well into their 100s.One of the greatest discoveries of all time was the human genome. It unlocked doors and changed the playing field of the science world forever. Now that we have a road map to the body and are understanding diseases and disorders on a whole new level, we can not only develop treatments, we can prevent them altogether. The pharmaceutical industry can also begin to make drugs that are targeted to groups of individuals, instead of a “one size fits all” approach.Just as it’s hard for us to look back to a time when the average time span was sixty years of age, our children and their children will soon find it hard to believe that people died in their eighties and nineties. Right now we have the technology and medical advancements to detect disease in the earliest stages and slow the aging process down. Each individual has a choice about their health. They can either go along with the “status quo” each day or they can get proactive about their health and take charge of their future. Being proactive will make a significant difference in not only how long you live, but in how well you live out those later years.

Tips for Longevity

KNOW YOUR HEALTH STATUS Start by learning everything there is to know about your family medical history and then move on to your own personal health. When you go in for your yearly physical exam, share your family history first so your physician can understand your person risk factors. Also, don’t settle for a ten minute visit with your healthcare provider, instead ask for a half day.

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Don’t expect your health insurance to cover everything you need. This is an investment in you and your health. You owe it to yourself to have a thorough exam, a clear understanding of your current health status, and a road map to making improvements. Lastly, keep a copy of your records so you can compare them year to year.

BE FLEXIBLENo, I am not talking about your busy schedule. Flexibility is the most over-looked component to any exercise routine. Everyone should take some time to stretch each day when they wake up. Furthermore, flexibility exercises should be part of each work out. As we age we become rigid and once we lose flexibility, it’s harder to get it back. Stretching each day will also help prevent injuries by improving muscle tone and balance.

EAT THE RIGHT FOODSThe old adage “you are what you eat” is one of the truest statements of all time. Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables each and every day along with protein like lean meat will help your body obtain the nutrients it needs. Super foods such as salmon, sweet potatoes, eggs, and blueberries should always be on your grocery list each week. Avoid processed foods and artificial sweeteners. A good rule of thumb is to avoid ingredients that you can’t pronounce.

GET AN ATTITUDE ADJUSTMENTThe power of the mind is simply amazing. You should be thinking positive thoughts and keeping a good attitude towards life and in your relationships. Negativity can actually cause you to age by releasing cortisol and other hormones that have negative effects on the body. On the flip side, serotonin which is often referred to as the “happy hormone” is released when you smile and stay positive. Keeping a positive attitude also increases sleep quality which is essential to longevity.

STAY SPIRITUALLY HEALTHYThe World Health Organization (WHO) defines true health as “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.” While the western world is one of the last to fully appreciate the spiritual component of health, ancient civilizations completely understood the link between spiritual health and physical health. No matter what your religious preference is, studies have shown that prayer and quiet time increase longevity. In today’s busy hustle and bustle world, taking time to enhance your life spiritually will reduce stress and increase overall well-being.

KEEP THE MIND ACTIVEWhile technology has afforded us the luxuries of having information at our fingertips, it may prove to have a negative effect on our memory. Take time to memorize phone numbers, addresses, word spellings, and facts. Our brains need to be exercised just like our bodies. Exercise your brain today to be sure that it is healthy and strong to withstand the coming years.

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SUPPORT THE ARTSSupporting the arts is not just a great way to keep your romance alive; it can help you live longer. Listening to music has been proven to alter brain waves. Classical music can increase focus and improve memory, ward off depression, lower blood pressure, and increase immunity. Next time you decide the symphony is too expensive, think about the overall benefit you receive.

In ConclusionWe need to start seeing seventy as young. At that age we still have a third of our life to live. I wish I had a quarter for every time I heard a patient say “Doc, I would have taken better care of myself had I known I would live this long!” If you are in your forties or fifties now, you have a very good chance at becoming a centenarian. You have a choice to make about your future. Do you want to live long and healthy or long and miserable? Take a moment to imagine your 100th birthday – chances are you’ll see it.

Follow this QR code to hear a free pods cast of The Staying Young Show. Two episodes that you may find of particular interest are “The Science of Aging” and “Healthy to 102”Follow this QR code to learn more about Dr. Gaman and Executive Medicine of Texas.

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by visiting www.emtexas.com or calling (817) 552-4300.


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Patients and families at Healthsouth Rehabilitation Hospitals hear a lot about

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To a patient recovering from an illness, injury or surgery, a higher level of care means:

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With two convenient locations to choose from, patients living on the west side of Houston don’t have to go far for advanced inpatient rehabilitation. Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital-Katy and Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit both offer 24/7 nursing care, daily physician visits and a minimum of three hours daily of physical, occupational and speech therapy – five days a week. So whether you are recovering from a stroke or amputation, strengthening your mobility after spine surgery, or in need of advanced therapy due to a chronic illness, our team of affiliated physicians, nurses and certified therapists will design a comprehensive rehabilitation program designed to help you regain your independence.

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A stroke can strike in seconds.And when it does, CHRISTUS St. Catherine Hospital’s

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Did you know?AQUATIC THERAPYsupports the body, reduces joint stress, improves mobility, muscle strength and balance?Our Licensed Physical Therapists are knowledgable and passionate about your well being. Let us provide you with the highest quality patient care and services available. Call today for a Free 15 minute consultation – Get Results.

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At First Colony Aquatic & Rehabilitation Center, you will realize results and reclaim your life! Beginning with the most thorough evaluation, you are provided with individualized, one-on-one care. Our heated pool allows you to use the hydrostatic pressure, buoyancy, and resistance of the water to accomplish your goals. We strive to achieve the best results in the shortest amount of time.



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Kindred Healthcare understands that when people are discharged from a traditional hospital, they often need continued care in order to recover completely. That’s where we come in.

Kindred offers services including aggressive, medically complex care, intensive care and short‑term rehabilitation.

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Kindred Hospital Bay Area4801 East Sam Houston Parkway S. Pasadena, Texas 77505 www.khbayareahouston.com

Kindred Hospital Baytown1700 James Bowie Drive Baytown, Texas 77520www.khbaytown.com

Kindred Hospital Clear Lake350 Blossom Street Webster, Texas 77598www.khclearlake.com

Kindred Hospital East Houston15101 East FreewayChannelview, Texas 77530www.kheasthouston.com

Kindred Hospital Houston Medical Center6441 Main Street Houston, Texas 77030www.khhouston.com

Kindred Hospital Houston Northwest11297 Fallbrook Drive Houston, Texas 77065www.khhoustonnw.com

Kindred Hospital Midtown 105 Drew Street Houston, Texas 77006www.khmidtown.com

Kindred Hospital North Houston7407 North Freeway Houston, Texas 77076www.khnorthouston.com

Kindred Hospital Spring205 Hollow Tree Lane Houston, Texas 77090www.kindredspring.com

Kindred Hospital Sugar Land1550 First Colony Boulevard Sugar Land, Texas 77479www.khsugarland.com

Kindred Hospital The Heights1800 W 26th StreetHouston, Texas 77008www.khheights.com

Kindred Hospital Town and Country1120 Business Center Drive Houston, Texas 77043www.khtownandcountry.com

Kindred Hospital Tomball505 Graham Drive Tomball, TX 77375www.khtomball.com

Kindred Hospital Victoria506 E San Antonio Street Victoria, Texas 77901www.khvictoria.com

Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital Clear Lake655 E Medical Center Boulevard Webster, Texas 77598www.khrehabclearlake.com

Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital Northeast Houston18839 McKay BoulevardHumble, Texas 77338www.khrehabnortheasthouston.com

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Come see how we care at www.continuethecare.com.

LEARN MOREIf you have a patient who you would like to be considered for transfer to Kindred Hospital call our Central Referral Number at 713.691.6556.

COPYRIGHT © 2011 Kindred Healthcare Operating, Inc. CSR 143380‑01

Dedicated to Hope, Healing and Recovery

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Kindred Hospital Baytown1700 James Bowie Drive Baytown, Texas 77520www.khbaytown.com

Kindred Hospital Clear Lake350 Blossom Street Webster, Texas 77598www.khclearlake.com

Kindred Hospital East Houston15101 East FreewayChannelview, Texas 77530www.kheasthouston.com

Kindred Hospital Houston Medical Center6441 Main Street Houston, Texas 77030www.khhouston.com

Kindred Hospital Houston Northwest11297 Fallbrook Drive Houston, Texas 77065www.khhoustonnw.com

Kindred Hospital Midtown 105 Drew Street Houston, Texas 77006www.khmidtown.com

Kindred Hospital North Houston7407 North Freeway Houston, Texas 77076www.khnorthouston.com

Kindred Hospital Spring205 Hollow Tree Lane Houston, Texas 77090www.kindredspring.com

Kindred Hospital Sugar Land1550 First Colony Boulevard Sugar Land, Texas 77479www.khsugarland.com

Kindred Hospital The Heights1800 W 26th StreetHouston, Texas 77008www.khheights.com

Kindred Hospital Town and Country1120 Business Center Drive Houston, Texas 77043www.khtownandcountry.com

Kindred Hospital Tomball505 Graham Drive Tomball, TX 77375www.khtomball.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

National Alliance for Caregiving . . . . . . www.caregiving.org

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

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

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The Houston Council on Alcohol and Drugs – Houston, Wellderly Program. . . . . . . . . . . (713).942-4100. (877).777-8829Caregiver training pertaining to alcohol and medication issues is available.

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

Sheltering Arms Senior Services.of the Bay Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281).282-6079. www .shelteringarms .orgProvides resources as well as training opportunities for caregivers.

Caregiver InformationAnd Thou Shalt Honor: The Caregiver’s Companion. . . . . . . . . www .andthoushalthonor .orgBetter Business Bureau.(to.report.fraud/scams). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713-341-6141Caring Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-658-8898. www .caringinfo .org.Children of Aging Parents (CAPS) . . . . . . 1-800-227-7294. www .caps4caregivers .orgElder Law Handbook — Houston Bar Association . . . . . . . . . . 713-759-1133ElderCare Online. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www .ec-online .netFamily Caregiver Alliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . www .caregiver .orgFamily Caregivers Online. . . . . . . . . . . . . www .familycaregiversonline .netFamily Caregiving 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www .familycaregiving101 .orgHouston Gerontological Society. . . . . . . . www .houstongerontologicalsociety .orgNational Caregivers Library. . . . . . . . . . . www .caregiverslibrary .orgNational Council on Aging. . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-424-9046. www .benefitscheckup .orgNational Institute on Aging Info. Ctr.. . . . 1-800-222-2225English and Spanish caregiving pubs. . . www .niapublications .orgNational Women’s Health Info. Ctr. . . . . . 1-800-994-9662. www .4woman .gov/faq/caregiver .htmSeniors-Site.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www .seniors-site .comThe USAA Educational Foundation. . . . . . www .usaaedfoundation .org

Caregiving Education and Support ServicesCouncil for Health Education/Development. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-877-747-1542Free training classes.Gateway to Care – Caregiver Health Promotion. . . . . . . . . . . 713-783-4616. www .gatewaytocare .orgProgram offers seminars to groups of organizations and caregivers about issues facing the caregiver such as burnout and stress management techniques and elder mistreatment. Ask for their Caregiver Health Promotion Educator.

The Seniors Place Memory.Care Day Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 713-552-0420. www .seniorsplace .orgHelps seniors with early-stage memory loss and their caregivers by offering them programs and support groups. They also will set up family conferences to discuss their progress at home and at the Center.

Well Spouse Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-838-0879. www .wellspouse .orgOffers emotional support through its local support groups, newsletter and round-robin letter chains.

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many statistics gathered on this subject by elite organizations, such as The

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well-researched studies conclude that depression is almost epidemic in our

American senior population.Common sense will point to many of

the causes: living alone, a diminishing circle of friends, the loss of identity

after retirement, loss of driving privileges, cognitive decline, growing

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to lack interest in personal care. © 2012

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Our ideas for helping a senior feel valued during some of life’s difficult transitions are not meant to be a substitute for professional intervention. These are meant to be gestures of caring that bring a feeling of value to another person. There is no substitute for the feeling of being valued. It is the feeling that you matter in someone’s life no matter what your social status or physical condition is.

• Be enthusiastic and upbeat in your greeting and use positive language. It sets the tone and enlivens the encounter.

• Drop a positive little note from time to time. Keep a stack of greeting cards from the dollar store handy and mail one off every couple of weeks. Enclose a little something: a coupon, a newspaper clipping, a bookmark, a photo.

• Telephone them with a joke. You know what they say about laughter.• Have something delivered to them. It doesn’t have to be expensive.

You can purchase something yourself and have a friend deliver it. A happy surprise can change the day.

• Drop by with milk and cookies.• Remember the power of touch. Use both hands when shaking hands.

Give firm hugs and a warm kiss on the cheek.• Send a postcard if you’re travelling.• Take a meal over one evening.• Nearly everyone loves to hold a baby or a small child. If there is

one or two in your life, share. And don’t forget that pets are great company too.

• Buy an inexpensive tape recorder and encourage them to share their life stories.

• Leave a surprise at the door: a flower pot, a balloon with a handwritten message, a little bag of treats.

• Encourage your senior to get out in the world a little bit. It is physically and mentally refreshing. Can you take a short walk or run a simple errand with her? If you can’t, is there someone who can?

These gestures are easy to do and can mean so much to the recipient. In the end, I hope it will put value in your own life as well. SRG


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

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Facilities that provide Respite Care offer family and other caretakers a reprieve from the stress and work of everyday care of elderly persons who cannot perform

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Facilities that provide for the needs of seniors during daytime hours only. Services typically include meals, social interaction, arts/crafts/entertainment, and

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Care Management

Care managers examine their clients’ needs and make recommendations regarding Home Care providers, the best type of housing for the individual, and

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themselves.or.a.family.member ..Regardless.of.whom.the.job.of.caregiving.falls.to,.caring.for.a.loved.one.is.an.extremely.important.and.stressful.task .. .Fortunately,.today.there.are.many.options.for.the.willing.and.the.reluctant ..But,.due.to.budget.cuts.some.of.the.senior.housing.in.your.area.may.no.longer.be.an.option ..For.some,.a.living.facility.may.be.beyond.their.own.community.which.means.that.planning.ahead.is.the.best.option;.getting.a.head.start.eases.the.stress,.gives.the.individual.more.control.over.the.selection,.and.provides.more.time.to.research.options .. .Once.a.loved.one.has.determined.that.assistance.is.necessary.or.desirable,.consider.these.things:

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Choosing the RIGHT Living Facility Continued

“Taking care of yourself

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roommates ..Deciding.whether.to.go.with.medical.or.homemaker.care.depends.upon.whether.a.meal.will.need.to.be.provided,.medications.dispensed.and.assistance.with.bathing.and/or.getting.dressed.is.needed .. Again,.whether.the.job.falls.to.a.friend.or.a.relative,.caring.for.a.senior.is.an.extremely.important.and.stressful.task ..Be.sure.to.research.your.options.so.that.you.know.what.is.available ..There.are.many.companies.now.providing.services.for.a.fee.to.assist.families.in.navigating.through.options.for.housing ..One.group,.Geriatric.Care.Managers.(GCM’s),.are.individuals.with.expertise.and.knowledge.in.working.with.families.to.help.determine.

patient.needs.and.then.match.local.resources.available.to.meet.them ..GCM’s.can.assist.families.with.referrals.for.special.needs.(Alzheimer’s).as.well.as.determining.which.options.fall.within.the.patient’s.budget ..Be.sure.to.check.if.they.are.a.member.of.the.National.Association.of.Professional.Geriatric.Care.Managers .. There.are.many.online.tools.and.resources.to.assist.with.researching.what.options.are.best.for.you.or.your.loved.one ..In.addition.to.online.resources,.there.are.many.websites.and.blogs.specifically.to.provide.a.support.system.for.caregivers ..The.good.news.is.that.you.are.not.alone .

Respite care provides short term breaks that relieves stress, restores energy, and promotes balance in one’s life.In-home respite •.Informal.family.support.and.relief.•.Online.caregiver.communities.and.video... workshops.•.Volunteer.or.paid.companionship.•.Personal.care.or.skilled.health.assistanceOut-of-home respite•.Adult.day.programs.•.Residential.respite.care.•.Caregiver.support.groups.

Be sure to ask some of the following questions when searching for the proper form of respite for your loved one…•.How.are.care.providers.screened?.•.What.is.the.training.and.level.of.. experience.of.the.care.providers?.•.Will.care.providers.need.additional.. training.to.meet.specific.family.needs?.•.How,.and.by.whom,.are.the.care... providers.supervised?.•.What.procedures.does.the.program.have... for.emergencies?.•.Are.families.limited.to.a.certain.number... of.hours.of.services?.•.Does.the.program.provide.transportation... and.meals?.•.What.is.the.cost.of.services?.How.is... payment.arranged?

AboutRESPITE CARE

Care Type Nursing Home Assisted Living Homemaker Adult Day Care Avg. Annual Total $56,592* $38,340 $40,040 $10,140 (Private, 1 bedroom) (44 hours/week) (5 days/week)

Care Type Nursing Home Assisted Living Homemaker Adult Day Care Avg. Annual Total $71,507* $48,933 $51,102 $12,941 (Private, 1 bedroom) (44 hours/week) (5 days/week)

Senior Living Annual Care Costs in 2009

Estimated Future SLAC Costs in 2014

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

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

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A Key to Choice for SeniorsA.guide.(in.PDF.format).created.to.help.assess.lifestyle.needs.and..

evaluate.the.many.housing.and.service.options.available.to.seniors ..http://www.tcaging.org/downloads/keytochoice.pdf

Long Term Care Insurance QuotesFree.Quotes.and.information,.including.a.glossary.of.related.terms ..

http://www.longtermcarewiz.com/

Needs Assessment.An.excellent,.user-friendly.tool.that.guides.you.in.choosing.the.type..

of.long-term.care.that.fits.your.needs ..The.questions.are.very.specific,..and.your.answers.determine.the.recommendations .http://www.carepathways.com/needs.cfm

Steps to Choosing Long-Term CareGuides.you.through.the.planning.stages.of.choosing.the.right.long-term.care.for.a.senior ..

(U .S ..Department.of.Health.and.Human.Services).http://www.medicare.gov/LongTermCare/Static/Home.asp

Learn About Care OptionsProvides.a.comprehensive.list.of.different.types.of.care.resources.including:..residential.facilities,.community.health.and.social.services,.in-home.care,..

medical.services,.care.managers,.and.caregiver.support ..http://www.getcare.com/learn/

Facility FinderA.comprehensive.questionnaire.that.helps.you.to.find.senior.housing.according.to.

your.specifications:.1).location.you.want,.2).how.the.senior.will.pay.for.housing.and.care,.3).which.type.of.senior.housing.you.want,.and.4).the.senior’s.other.needs ..The.

questionnaire.also.helps.to.identify.facilities.with.Hospice.care,.Respite.care,.and.care.for.Alzheimer’s.or.Parkinson’s.disease ..You.can.further.refine.your.search.by.Pricing.(price.range),.Living.Environment.(privacy,.furnishings,.etc .),.Mobility.and.Language.(mobility,.disabilities,.and.native.language),.Diet.and.Meals.preferred,.Activities.the.senior.would.

like.to.do,.Amenities.required.or.desired,.Visiting.Options,.and.Special.Therapy.required .http://www.tlchoices.com/

Living Facility Resources: Online

This guide to informative websites should prove invaluable for increasing your knowledge about this important life-decision.

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Living Facility Resources: Online

State Affiliates of the American Health Care Association

Provides.a.list.of.agencies.that.can.help.you.to.find.a.long-term-care..facility.in.your.State ..(American.Health.Care.Association).

http://www.ahca.org/about/pubstate.htm

Eldercare LocatorAn.online.database.of.information.and.referral.agencies.(by.area).for.elder.care.facilities.

and.services ..The.telephone.hotline.refers.to.specific.services.and.facilities:..800-677-1116 ..(U .S ..Administration.on.Aging).

http://eldercare.gov

Find Homes and Services for the AgingA.searchable.database.of.senior.living.facilities.for.all.50.states.in.the.U .S ...

(American.Association.of.Homes.and.Services.for.the.Aging:.AAHSA)...http://www.aahsa.org/

LTC OmbudsmanDescribes.the.Long-Term.Care.Ombudsman.Program,.a.U .S ..government.program.

administered.by.the.Administration.on.Aging,.established.under.the.Older.Americans.Act ..The.Ombudsman.Program.provides.advocates.for.residents.of.long-term-care.facilities.

and.information.to.prospective.residents ..(Administration.on.Aging)...http://www.aoa.gov

Using the Accredited Aging Services ContinuumProvides.a.list.of.accredited.Continuing-Care.Retirement.Communities.and.includes.

other.aging-services.communities.(ASCs).such.as.traditional.retirement.communities ..(Continuing.Care.Accreditation.Commission)..

http://www.carf.org/

AssistedLivingFacilities.orgStrives.to.serve.as.the.informational.resource.for.assisted.living.in.the.United.States ..With.information.on.over.36,100.state-licensed.assisted.living.facilities.an.explanation.on.the.

rules.and.regulations.of.each.state ...AssistedLivingFacilities.org

REFERENCESwww.helpguide.org

www.retirementliving.comwww.aarp.org

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Inside/Outside Atmosphere

o.How.does.the.residence.look.from.the.outside?

o.As.you.enter.is.the.decor.attractive.and..home-like?..

o.Does.the.administrator/staff.call.residents.by.name.and.interact.warmly?

o.Do.residents.socialize.with.each.other.and.appear.happy.and.comfortable?

o.Are.you.able.to.talk.with.residents.about.how.they.like.the.residence.and.staff?

o.Can.you.see.you.or.your.loved.one.as.a.housemate.with.the.residents?

o.Is.the.staff.friendly,.appropriately.dressed,.and.outgoing?

o.Do.the.staff.members.treat.each.other.in.a.professional.manner?

o.Can.residents.have.visits.any.time?

Facility features

o.Are.doorways,.hallways.and.rooms.accommodating.to.wheelchairs.and.walkers?

o.Are.elevators.available.for.those.unable.to.use.stairways?

o.Are.hand.rails.available.to.aid.in.walking?

o.Do.the.floors.have.a.non-skid.material.and.carpets.firmly.sealed?

o.Is.the.residence.clean,.free.of.odors.and.appropriately.heated/cooled?

o.Are.the.local/state.licenses.up.to.date?

o.Are.there.clearly.marked.exits?.Do.they.do.any.fire.drills?

o.What.security.is.there.if.a.resident.wanders?

o.Are.there.secure.places.for.residents.to.take.a.walk.or.sit.outside?

Health Care

o.Does.the.residence.have.specific.policies.regarding.storage.of.medication,.assistance.with.medications,.training.and.supervision.of.staff.and.record.keeping?

o.Is.self-administration.of.medication.allowed?

o.Is.there.a.staff.person.to.coordinate.home.care.visits.from.a.nurse,.physical.therapist,.occupational.therapist,.etc ..if.needed?

o.Is.staff.available.to.assist.residents.who.experience.memory,.orientation,.of.judgment.losses?

o.Does.a.physician.or.nurse.visit.the.resident.regularly.to.provide.medical.checkups?

o.What.is.the.procedure.for.responding.to.a.medical.emergency?

o.To.what.extent.are.medical.services.available,.and.how.are.these.services.provided?

Unit Features

o.Do.dining.room.menus.vary.from.day.to.day.and.meal.to.meal?

o.Are.different.sized.and.types.of.units.available?

o.Are.units.for.single.and.double.occupancy.available?

o.Is.a.24-hour.emergency.response.system.accessible.from.the.unit?

o.Do.all.units.have.a.telephone.and.cable.TV.and.how.is.billing.handled?

o.Are.bathrooms.private.with.handicapped.accommodations.–.wheelchairs.and.walkers?

o.Is.a.kitchen.area/unit.provided.with.a.refrigerator,.sink.and.cooking.element?

o.May.residents.keep.food.in.their.units?

o.May.residents.smoke.in.their.units?..In.public.spaces?

Living Facilities

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o.Is.a.contractual.agreement.available.that.discloses.healthcare.and.supportive.services,.all.fees,.as.well.as.admission.and.discharge.provisions?

o.Does.the.residence.have.a.process.for.assessing.a.potential.resident’s.need.for.services.and.are.those.needs.addressed.periodically?

o.Are.there.any.government,.private.or.corporate.programs.available.to.help.cover.the.cost.of.services.to.the.resident?

o.Is.a.contractual.agreement.available.to.include.accommodations,.personal.care,.health.care.and.supportive.services?

o.Is.there.a.procedure.to.pay.for.additional.services.when.temporary.services.are.needed?

o.Are.there.different.costs.for.various.levels.or.categories.of.services?

o.Do.billing,.payment.and.credit.policies.seem.fair.and.reasonable?

o.May.a.resident.handle.their.own.finances.with.staff.assistance.if.they’re.able,.or.should.a.family.member.or.outside.party.be.designated.to.do.so?

o.When.may.a.contract.be.terminated?.What.are.the.policies.for.refunds.and.transfers?

o.Is.there.an.appeals.process.for.dissatisfied.residents?

o.Is.the.billing.itemized?

Services

o.Can.the.residence.provide.a.list.of.services.available?

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

o.Does.the.residence.provide.housekeeping.services.in.residents’.units?

o.Do.they.provide.transportation.to.doctors’.offices.and.other.activities.desired.by.residents?

o.Can.residents.arrange.for.transportation.on.fairly.short.notice?

o.Are.pharmacy,.barber/beautician.and/or.physical.therapy.services.offered.on-site?

o.What.is.the.staff.to.patient.ratio.during.the.week?.At.night?.On.weekends?

Social & Recreational Activities

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

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

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

o.Does.the.residence.create.a.sense.of.community.by.requiring.residents.to.participate.in.certain.activities.or.perform.simple.chores.for.the.group.as.a.whole?

o.Are.residents’.pets.allowed.in.the.residence?.Who.is.responsible.for.their.care?

Meals

o.Is.there.a.nutritionist.that.works.with.the.residence.in.establishing.meals?

o.How.often.are.meals.provided?.

o.What.if.a.special.diet.is.called.for?..(ie:.diabetic.or.heart.patient)

o.Are.snacks.available?

o.May.a.resident.request.special.foods?

o.May.residents.eat.meals.in.their.units?

o.Are.common.dining.areas.available?

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

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Care. Independence.

You’ll find it all at The Hampton communities.At The Hampton communities we understand the needs of seniors at all

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• beautiful apartments • free local transportation• abundant and interesting daily activities and events • housekeeping• delicious meals prepared fresh daily by professional chefs

So, whether you want great senior living with independence for yourself or excellent care for a loved one, The Hampton communities deliver comfort and security in an atmosphere where everything we do begins with care.

Call today for more information, or to schedule your personal tour of any of our Brookdale® Senior Living communities.

IL - Independent Living PAL - Personalized Assisted Living A/D - Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care

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Your story continues here...

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Visit the following communities at www.horizonbay.com

THE HAMPTON CYPRESS STATION(PAL, A/D) • (281) 880-7702

ALF#: 030280

THE HAMPTON MEADOWS PLACE(PAL, A/D) • (281) 240-1707

THE HAMPTON PEARLAND – SOUTHBELT(PAL, A/D) • (281) 464-8740

ALF# 030110 and 030227

THE HAMPTON PINEGATE(PAL, A/D) • (713) 861-9952

ALF#:030162 & 030169

THE HAMPTON POST OAK(IL, PAL, R/SN) • (713) 993-9999

ALF #:000797

THE HAMPTON SHADOWLAKE(PAL, A/D) • (281) 759-6700

Facility No. 010267 & 030372

THE HAMPTON SPRING SHADOWS(PAL, A/D) • (713) 934-8844

ALF# 030388 & 030389

THE HAMPTON TANGLEWOOD(PAL) • (713) 532-1718

ALF# 030396

THE HAMPTON WILLOWBROOK(PAL, A/D, R/SN) • (281) 807-4744

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TERRACE AT FIRST COLONYA Brookdale Senior Living Community

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TERRACE AT WILLOWBROOKA Brookdale Senior Living Community

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COLONIAL OAKS – FIRST COLONYAssisted Living and Memory CarePhone: (281) 277-0900Sugar Land TX 77478 • 13825 Lexington Ave.

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Assisted LivingLicensure Differencesin Texas

By Pat Mack, CALM

In order to choose the “right fit” for your loved one, you should first know the various types of elder care facilities, their licenses and some of the basic requirements. First, there are two types: Nursing

Homes and Assisted Living. Nursing Homes are a medical model and are not discussed in this article. Assisted Living licenses for the care of the elderly and disabled are issued by the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (TXDADS) (www.dads.state.tx.us). The Assisted Living licenses are designated “A” small or large and “B” small or large. To be designated an Alzheimer’s Facility, the facility must carry a “B” license (small or large). The Alzheimer’s Certified Facility must also meet many other requirements as directly related to the care and stimulation of residents with a dementia diagnosis.

So now, let’s begin:

Small facilities are 4 to 16 residents; large facilities are 17 residents or more. Having one to three residents in a home does not require licensing by the State. Anyone who houses more than 3 elderly or disabled residents in Texas without a license is breaking the law.


An “A” license is for residents who can perform most of their activities of daily living (ADLs) themselves. An “A” requires that the resident can self-evacuate the building without assistance in 13 minutes or less. An “A” requires a caregiver to be on premises at all times; but may sleep during the night. An “A” provides all meals and provides some activities. Also an “A”, large or small, may not administer medications or lock their doors to the outside. At this time in Houston (2011), an “A” licensed facility requires a fire alarm system, but may or may not require a sprinkler system. A “B” license, on the other hand, covers frail residents who are not able to get around as well. The “B” facility, large or small, must have a fire sprinkler system as well as a fire alarm system before they can obtain a license in the State of Texas. Due to the resident’s fragile condition, the regulation states that the facility must have “adequate” staff to care for them. The State Surveyor makes this determination based on many safety factors. In addition, the night staff of a “B” facility, small or large, must have awake staff all night. A small “B” facility may plan its own menus and activities. A large “B” facility must also have a licensed nurse

on duty at least 40 hours per week and employ a licensed dietician and certified activity director. On the other hand, when a facility says or advertises that they are an Alzheimer’s Facility, they must have an Alzheimer’s Certification, which cannot be obtained until they have the “B” license described above.

Some Basic Requirements

for Alzheimer’s Certification:

Minimum of 1.5 hrs cognitive, recreational and physical

activities per day.

An RN on staff to train caregivers in Medication

Administration and perform all RN Delegation duties surrounding Medication

Administration in an Alzheimer’s Facility.

An RN on staff to perform initial assessments.

Each caregiver must have an additional 12 hours of

Alzheimer’s specific training above the usual 6 hours

per year required in other Assisted Living facilities.

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

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

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

Talbots Kozy Korner, LLC 1501 Parkway 77511 (281) 331-1289 RC

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

ANGLETON Country Village Care Inc P C 721 W Mulberry 77515 (979) 849-8281 RC

Magnolia Acres 108 Deborah Drive 77515 (979) 849-2301 A

Whites Cottage Center 332 Marshall Alley 77515 (979) 849-4744 A, AZ

BAY CITY The Legacy Assisted & Independent Living 720 12th Street 77414 (979) 245-7891 A, R

BAYTOWN Birdsong Place Villas 1017 Birdsong Drive 77521 (832) 477-7585 LAPT

Remington Park Assisted Living Residence 901 West Baker Road 77521 (281) 427-4373 A, AZ, R

Shady Creek Premier Retirement Community 1220 Knowlton Road 77520 (281) 428-1233 LAPT, R

Swan Manor 2508 Ward Road 77520 (281) 422-9030 A

BELLAIRE Brighton Gardens Of Bellaire 4620 Bellaire Blvd 77401 (713) 665-3888 A

CLEVELAND Azalea Terrace Apartments 121 Peach Street 77327 (281) 592-1952 APT, R

Cleveland Plaza Apartments 915 E. Hanson Street 77327 (281) 592-7870 LAPT

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COLUMBUS The Oaks Assisted Living Residence 203 Charter Street 78934 (979) 732-9590 A, AZ, RSP

CONROE Abundant Life Assisted Living & Memory Care 15245 Saddlewood Drive 77384 (281) 825-2464 A, AZ

Bellshire Apartments 800 Bellshire Drive 77301 (936) 756-8849 LAPT

Camelot Pines Apartments 200 Camelot Street 77304 (936) 539-5880 LAPT

Carriage Inn – Conroe 750 Longmire Road 77304 (936) 760-1966 R

Chateau Woodlands 327 Tallow Drive 77385 (832) 884-3839 RC

Elmcroft at Rivershire 450 N. Rivershire 77304 (936) 788-2626 A, AZ, RSP

Havenwood Place Apartments 600 Hickerson 77301 (936) 441-9300 LAPT

Heritage Oaks 903 Longmire Road (936) 760-2010 A, AZ, RSP

Personal Touch 635 Pinewood 77301 (281) 362-1061 A

Senior Residences 500 River Point Drive 77304 (936) 756-8643 A, RSP

Strake House Assisted Living 1701 Westview Boulevard 77304 (936) 539-5558 A, RC

TeiGoRoc I Personal Care Home 11184 Damico Lane 77306 (936) 231-3127 A

TeiGoRoc II Personal Care Home 11120 FM 1485 77306 (936) 231-3124 A, AZ

The Mansions in the Forest 545 FM 1488 77384 (936) 271-5110 APT, R

The Ranch Personal Care Home 9297 Wahrenberger 77304 (936) 788-7760 A, RSP

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CCRC = Continuum of Care Retirement CommunityLAPT = Low-Income ApartmentsR = Retirement/Independent Living RC = Residential Care Facility RSP = Respite Care

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CYpRESS Ainsley Courte Assisted Living 15055 N Eldridge Parkway 77429 (281) 374-8002 A

Elite House of Care 18018 Timber Mist Ct 77433 (832) 798-7983 RC

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

DICKINSON Gracious Living 12425 Pine Oak Drive 77539 (281) 337-9060 RC

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

EAGLE LAKE Courtwood Apartments 400 S. Austin Road 77434 (888) 905-9791 LAPT

EL LAGO Psalm 23 Homecare 204 Confederate Way 77586 (281) 326-9001 A

FRIENDSWOOD Emeritus at Friendswood 1310 Friendswood Drive S 77546 (281) 648-5454 A, AZ, RSP

Gardens at Friendswood Lake 1423 West Parkwood Avenue 77546 (281) 648-1044 APT, R

Hope Village Home 4 15403 Hope Village Road 77546 (281) 482-7926 RC

Trinity Care Senior Living 227 E. Edgewood Drive 77546 (281) 482-9700 A, RSP

Village on the Park 400 E. Parkwood Drive 77546 (281) 996-8871 R

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

HEMpSTEAD Shady Oaks Apartments Limited 506 Ellen Powell Drive 77445 (936) 857-5511 LAPT, R

HIGHLANDS Mountbatten House 213 Maple Street 77562 (281) 843-2013 A,RC, RSP

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

HOUSTON Always Home Assisted Living 3318 S. Greenpark Dr 77082 (281) 679-1585 RC

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

Autumn Grove Cottage 1405 West 24th Street 77008 (713) 861-5757 A

Autumn Grove Cottage – Copperfield 8524 Copperbrook Drive 77095 (713) 870-1393 A, AZ

Autumn Leaves of Meyerland 4710 W Bellfort St 77035 (855) 845-4270 A, AZ, RSP

Bayou Manor 4141 S Braeswood Boulevard 77025 (713) 666-2651 A

Bedford Personal Care Home 11718 Bedford Street 77031 (281) 498-3301 A, RSP

Bellerive Apartment 7225 Bellerive 77036 (713) 789-5000 LAPT

Belmont Village West University 2929 W Holcombe Blvd 77025 (713) 592-9200 A

Braeburn Gardens 8627 Willow Meadow Drive 77031 (713) 988-1444 RC

Braesridge Senior Living Community 11100 Braesridge Drive 77071 (713) 270-8494 APT, R

Braeswood Personal Care Home 3519 South Braeswood Boulevard 77025 (713) 666-6545 A

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

Emeritus at Champion 17705 Red Oak Drive 77090 (281) 440-0966 A, AZ, RSP

Chelsea 3230 W. Little York Rd. 77091 (713) 481-8989 R

Clarewood House Inc 7400 Clarewood Dr 77036 (713) 774-5821 A

Colonial Oaks Medical Center 7800 N Stadium Drive 77030 (713) 799-8200 A, AZ. RSP

Colonial Oaks at Westchase 11395 Richmond Avenue 77082 (281) 759-2900 A, AZ

Com For Care 7502 Marinette Dr 77074 (713) 776-9892 RC

Commons of Grace Senior Apartment Homes 9110 Tidwell (713) 635-3500 APT

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HOUSTON — Continued Cornerstone Gardens 14522 Cornerstone Village Drive 77014 (281) 580-8004 LAPT

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Creekbend Garden 8106 Creekbend Drive 77071 (713) 272-7717 LAPT

Cypresswood Estates 15331 Kuykendahl 77090 (281) 580-5333 R

Devine Living Centers : 12802 Newbrook Drive 77072 (281) 799-5955 A, AZ, RSP

Eagle’s Trace 14703 Eagle Vista Drive 77077 (281) 496-7676 R

EdenBrook of Champions 14050 Cutten Road 77069 (281) 866-9898 A, AZ, RSP

Elmcroft at Braeswood 2555 S Braeswood Boulevard 77025 (713) 839-8265 AZ, RSP

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

Emeritus at Cy-Fair 11500 Fallbrook Drive 77065 (281) 970-6688 A, AZ, RSP

Emeritus at Memorial 1414 Sandy Springs Road 77042 (713) 782-3355 A, AZ, RSP

Evening Star Villa 11800 S Glen Drive 77099 (281) 498-7758 R

Evergreen Commons 8484 Jason Street 77074 (713) 272-0201 LAPT

Goldberg B’nai B’rith Towers 10909 Fondren 77096 (713) 771-2417 R, LAPT

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

Hamlin House 1507 Hamlin Valley 77090 (832) 249-7677 A

Heaven’s Gate 15139 Gran Vista 77083 (281) 808-0563 AZ, RC

Holly Hall Retirement Community 8304 Knight Road 77054 (713) 799-9031 A, R, RSP

HomeTowne on Bellfort 10888 Huntington Estates Drive 77099 (281) 568-9990 APT

Houston Heights Tower 330 W 19th Street 713-862-8058 APT

Ideal PC Home Assisted/Assisted Living 15526 Empanada 77083 (281) 568-7927 RC

Lakeview Place 8950 Hammerly Boulevard 77080 (713) 984-9003 LAPT

Langwick Senior Residences 955 Langwick Dr. 77060 (281) 876-1812 R

Larkwood Assisted Living 8910 Marinette Drive 77074 (713) 988-4871 A

Laurel Point 16170 Westpark Drive 77082 (866) 994-6786 LAPT

Liberty Island Personal Care Homes 9009 Boone Road 77099 (281) 530-0000 A

Light Heart Memory Care 910 Kings Gate Lane 77258 (281) 282-0770 A, AZ

Light Heart Memory Care - Hollydale 15015 Holly Dale 77062 (281) 282-9599 RC

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

Lovett Manor 2056 Antoine Dr. 77055 (713) 683-6900 APT

Lovett Place 808 Lovett Boulevard 77006 (713) 526-2233 A

Loving Care Personal Care Home 2119 Isabella 77004 (713) 521-1082 RC

Lyeral Apartment 75 Lyerly 77022 (713) 694-6681 LAPT

Magnolia Estates 101 Normandy Road 77015 (713) 455-3333 APT

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

Oak Shadows 4801 Allendale 77017 (713) 941-7700 A, RC

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Oleander Commons 12805 Bissonnet 77099 (832) 328-0812 LAPT

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Orchard Oak Forest 880 W. 34th Street 77018 (713) 871-0063 APT, R

Pepper Tree 5950 Antoine 77091 (713) 681-5553 APT, R

Quality Living at Beechnut 8302 Beechnut 77036 (281) 499-7050 RC

Quality Living at Candle Green 8202 Candle Green Court 77071 (713) 662-9760 RC

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Quality Living at Greenbriar 2622 Greenbriar 77098 (281) 499-7050 RC

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Quality Living at Skyline 9514 Skyline Street 77063 (713) 662-9760 RC

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St Dominic Village 2401 A Holcombe Blvd 77021 (713) 741-8700 CCRC

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

Spring Branch Care Homes 9619 Truscon Drive 77080 (713) 467-4444 A, AZ, RC, RSP

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

Sweet Home Assisted Living 13820 Eagle Pass 77015 (713) 450-3222 A, ASP

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

Telephone Road Apartments 6000 Telephone Road 77087 (713) 645-2131 LAPT

The Abbey at Westminster Plaza 2865 Westminister Plaza Drive 77082 (281) 556-6020 A, AZ, RSP

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The Hallmark Assisted Living – Alzheimer’s Center 4718 Hallmark Dr 77056 (713) 622-6633 A

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

The Hampton at Pinegate 2121 Pinegate Drive 77008 (713) 861-9952 A, AZ

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

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

The Hampton at Spring Shadow 9889 Kempwood Dr 77080 (713) 934-8844 A

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

The Hampton at Willowbrook 7450 Willowchase Boulevard 77070 (281) 807-4744 A, AZ

The Manor at Jersey Village 12400 Castlebridge Dr. 77065 (281) 970-4040 APT, R

The Medallion 6262 N. Braeswood 77074 (713) 778-5777 A, R

The Mission Home Personal Care 7603 Aimua Court 77083 (832) 618-7348 A

The Orchard at Garden Oaks 880 West 34th 77018 (713) 861-3800 R

The Orchard at Westchase 10801 Westpark Dr. 77042 (713) 334-7500 APT, R

The Park at Bellaire 6333 Chimney Rock 77081 (713) 830-5400 R

The Terrace at Champions 14050 Cutten Rd. 77069 (281) 866-9898 ALZ, AL

The Terrace at Memorial City 11900 Barryknoll 77024 (713) 932-0400 R, RSP

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SRG LISTINGS Living FacilitiesHOUSTON — Continued The Terrace at Spring Shadows 10100 Kempwood 77080 (713) 462-6444 R

The Terrace at West University 5151 Buffalo Speedway 77005 (713) 432-7777 R

The Terrace at Willowbrook 7575 Willowchase Boulevard 77070 (281) 588-0800 R

The Village of Tanglewood 1600 Augusta Drive 77057 (713) 977-1400 R, RSP

Tiff’s Tender Care 3803 Carlson Lane 77047 (713) 733-5607 RC

Tranquility Personal Care Homes 9006 Poco 77080 (713)-783-2404 AZ, RC, RSP

Treemont Retirement Community 2501 Westerland Dr 77063 (713) 783-6820 CCRC

University Place 7480 Beechnut 77074 (713) 541-2900 R

Village on the Park – Steeplechase 12102 Steeple Way Boulevard 77065 (281) 970-7979 R

Villas on Winkler 8625 Winkler Dr. 77017 (713) 910-7774 APT

West Oaks Village 15025 Caseta Drive 77082 (281) 531-4406 LAPT, R

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

Woodland Christian Towers 600 E Tidwell Road 77022 (713) 692-2439 R

Zimac Care Center 9898 Bissonnet Street 77036 (713) 272-7004 RC

HUMBLE Autumn Grove Cottage – Humble 5500 Atascocita Rd 77346 (281) 446-3421 A

Compassionate Home Care 8426 Opalwood Lane 77338 (281) 540-2258 A, AZ, RSP

Knightsbridge Apartments 3455 FM 1960 Rd. West 77338 (832) 644-1284 APT

Loving Care Personal Care Home 20011 Foxwood Forest Blvd 77338 (281) 446-6683 RC

Sierra Meadows 9835 N. Sam Houston Parkway East 77396 (281) 441-3999 APT, R

Wentworth Senior Apartments 19030 Timber Forest Drive 77346 (281) 540-3373 APT, R

HUNTSVILLE Carriage Inn – Huntsville 2805 Lake Road 77340 (936) 295-0600 R

The Lexington Center 679 I-45 South 77340 (936) 295-4488 A, RSP

JACINTO Big Bass Resort 9701 Market Street 77029 (713) 675-8800 APT, R

KATY Autumn Grove Cottage – Katy 21803 Oak Park Trails Drive 77450 (713) 870-1393 A, AZ

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

Cinco Ranch Alzheimer’s Special Care Center 3206 South Fry Boulevard 77450 (281) 599-3334 AZ, RSP

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

Comfy Home 21819 Hollow Field Lane 77450 (281) 277-2847 A, RC

Elder Care of America 2910 Commercial Ctr Boulevard #103 77494 (281) 796-9898 RC

Evergreen Cottages 21715 Bridgewater Village Dr 77449 (713) 289-9340 A, AZ

Heritage Grand at Cinco Ranch 5027 S. Bend Park Court 77494 (281) 395-0444 R

Providence Place 20300 Saums Road 77449 (281) 647-6470 APT

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

The Grand Parkway 22777 Franz Road 77449 (281) 395-0555 R

The Solana at Cinco Ranch 24001 Cinco Village Center Boulevard 77494 (281) 644-0003 A, R

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

The Villas at Park Grove 600 Park Grove 77450 (281) 398-1411 APT

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Trebah Village 19501 West Little York Rd 77449 (877) 440-4647 APT

Tuscany Living Villas Katy 28019 Norfolk Trail Lane (832) 361-4064 A, RSP

KEMAH Lake Haven Apartments 1051 Columbia Memorial 77565 (281) 538-5559 APT, R

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

Compassionate Home Care #2 911 Southern Hills Road 77339 (281) 312-4208 A, AZ, RSP

Cypress Woods 2755 Chessnut Ridge Road 77339 (281) 973-4771 R

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

Kingwood Senior Village 435 Northpines Drive 77365 (281) 548-2500 APT, R

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

Rosemont Assisted Living 6450 Kings Parkway 77346 (281) 812-4099 A, AZ

Silverado Senior Living – Kingwood 22955 Eastex Freeway 77339 (281) 312-2526 A, AZ

The Terrace at Kingwood 3929 Rockmead Dr. (888) 436-8806 R

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

LA MARQUE Laurel House 1109 Holly Street 77868 (409) 935-2125 A, RSP, RC

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

LA pORTE Parson’s House 8772 Fairmont Parkway 77571 (281) 478-0000 A, R

LAKE JACKSON Carriage Inn Apartments 130 Lake Road 77566 (979) 285-0300 R

Elmcroft at Lake Jackson 206 Oak Drive South 77566 (979) 297-5577 AL, RSP

Lake Jackson Manor 120 Garland Drive 77566 (979) 297-2500 APT, R

Plantation Villas Community 202 Oak Drive S 77566 (979) 297-9584 R

LEAGUE CITY Regal Estates Assisted Living and Retirement 500 Enterprise Avenue 77573 (281) 538-5993 A, R, RSP

The Cottages at Clear Lake I and II 450 Landing Boulevard 77573 (281) 316-4281 A, AZ, RSP

MAGNOLIA Llewellyn’s Magnolia Place 8912 West Lane 77354 (281) 356-3684 A, AZ, RSP

MANVEL Autumn Grove Cottage 3403 Southfork Parkway 77578 (281) 220-0882 A, AZ

Manvel Assisted Living 8903 Harvest Acres 77578 (281) 756-8097 A

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

MISSOURI CITY Autumn Leaves 20313 South University Boulevard 77459 (281) 778-2881 A, AZ, RSP

Burnett’s Home 15718 Noblebriar Court 77489 (281) 416-9588 RC

HomeTowne at Missouri City 10014 S. Sam Houston Pkwy 77071 (713) 776-2100 APT

Optimum Personal Care 2021 FM 1092 77459 (281) 565-4144 RC

Oyster Creek Manor 3505 FM 1092 77459 (281) 261-1217 A, AZ, RSP

Plantation at Quail Valley 2815 Cypress Point 77459 (281) 208-4470 R

Plantation Personal Care Home 4118 Knight Road 77459 (281) 431-0994 A, RC, RSP

Quality Living at Murphy Road 2029 Murphy Road 77459 (281) 499-7050 RC

Quality Personal Care Home 543 Dalewood Drive 77489 (281) 438-9231 A

MONTGOMERY Silver Hills Assisted Living 23164 Landrum Village 77316 (936) 597-7377 A, AZ, RC, RSP

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NASSAU BAY Aloha Estates Personal Care Home Prince William Drive 77058 (281) 549-4098 RC

NEEDVILLE Reliable Oaks 11750 Padon Road 77461 (832) 282-7363 A

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

Colonial Oaks at Vista 4004 Vista Road 77504 (713) 941-4663 A, AZ, RSP

Heritage House, LLC 3910 Fairmont Parkway 77504 (281) 998-8786 A

Parkway Senior Apartments 3663 Fairmont Parkway 77504 (281) 487-9900 APT

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

pEARLAND Autumn Grove Cottage – Pearland 3403 Southfork Parkway 77578 (281) 220-0882 A, AZ

Colonial Oaks Pearland 2940 Cullen Parkway 77584 (281) 997-2500 A, AZ, RSP

Regal Estates Personal Care Home II 3204 Regal Oaks Drive 77581 (281) 485-2099 RC

Serenity Homes 12623 Bethany Bay Drive 77584 (713) 436-4444 RC

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

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

Villages of Towne Lake 4055 Village Drive/7918 Broadway 106 77581 (281) 997-5533 APT

RICHMOND A Nurse’s Place 5918 Grande Gables Drive 77469 (281) 232-9407 RC

Agape Heritage Home 1911 Grand Willow Lane 77469 (713) 562-5363 RC

Brazos Bend Villa 2020 Rocky Falls Road 77469 (281) 342-5252 APT

Comfy Home, Inc. 7214 Wooded Lake Lane 77407 (281) 238-8040 RC

Faith Personal Care Home 3718 Lake Edinburg Lane 77469 (281) 762-3381 A, AZ, RC

Supreme Personal Care Home 7302 Chase Grove Lane 77469 (281) 239-2404 RC

ROSENBERG Cambridge Square Retirement Center 2700 Ave N 77471 (281) 344-8444 A

Kings Arms Apartments 1317 Mahlmann Street 77471 (281) 342-7112 APT

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

SANTA FE Heritage Crossing 12402 11th Street 77510 (409) 925-3838 R

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

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

SpRING Atria Cypresswood 6611 Cypresswood Dr 77379 (281) 370-5444 A

Autumn Grove Cottage (Champions) 8733 Eastloch Drive 77379 (281) 370-2555 A, ALZ

Autumn Leaves of Cypresswood 6327 Cypresswood Dr. 77379 (281) 374-1750 A, ALZ

Grace Memory Care 25610 Oakhurst Dr 77386 (832)677-2901 RC

Loving Care Personal Care Home 23027 Berry Pines Blvd 77373 (281) 355-0789 RC

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

The Village At Gleannloch Farms 9505 Northpoint Blvd 77379 (281) 430-4900 A, R

STAFFORD Jordan House Personal Care 12014 Southmeadow Drive 77477 (281) 240-4332 RC



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The Hampton Meadows Place 11919 W Airport Boulevard 77477 (281) 240-1707 A, AZ, RSP

SUGAR LAND A Country Place Residential Care Home 13909 Skyview Drive 77478 (281) 787-6791 RC

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

Barton House at Sugar Land 3060 Edgewater Drive 77478 (281) 313-2500 A, AZ

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

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

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

Home Sweet Home Residential Care Facility 13218 Nantucket Drive 77478 (281) 704-1164 RC

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

The Terrace at First Colony 16900 Lexington Boulevard 77479 (281) 903-2000 APT, R

SWEENEY The Fountains Assisted Living 1101 E. Second Street 77480 (979) 548-1524 A

TEXAS CITY Elmcroft at the Mainland 1901 North Amburn Road 77591 (409) 935-6620 A, AZ, RSP

Gamble’s Personal Touch Care Home 501 North Amburn Road 77591 (409) 935-5655 RC

HRA Village 905 Highway 3N 77591 (409) 935-4335 RC

Morningstar Villas 3505 Magnolia Street 77590 (409) 945-0400 R

The Wood Group 5825 E F Lowry Expressway 77591 (409) 935-4629 RC

THE WOODLANDS Autumn Grove Cottage – The Woodlands 5000 W Alden Bridge Dr 77382 (281) 362-0900 A, ALZ

Autumn Leaves Of The Woodlands 10700 Montfair Boulevard 77382 (832)764-5324 A, ALZ

Grace Memory Care Inc 25914 Oakridge Dr 77380 (281) 419-9721 A, RC

Oak Haven 19445 David Memorial Dr. 77385 (281) 363-4941 APT, R

Silverado Senior Living The Woodlands 7950 Baybranch Dr 77382 (281) 681-8000 A

Terrace Assisted Living & Memory Care at The Woodlands 1730 Woodstead Ct 77380 (281) 681-9900 A

The Forum at The Woodlands 5055 West Panther Creek Drive 77381 (281) 367-3170 A, AZ, R

The Village at the Woodlands Waterway 2323 Lake Robbins Drive 77380 (281) 292-4600 R, A, AZ

TOMBALL Harvest Home Inc 520 Baker Dr 77375 (281) 357-5775 A

Helping Hand Personal Care Home 14331 Alice Rd 77375 (281) 357-0968 A

Home Towne at Tomball 2627 S. Cherry Street 77375 (281) 516-3993 R

Inwood Crossing 808 Inwood Street 77375 (281) 475-0161 A, AZ, RSP

Serenity’s Haven 8727 Seber Lane 77375 (281) 732-6937 A, RSP

The Heritage 1221 Graham Drive 77375 (281) 401-5400 N, RSP

VICTORIA Elmcroft at Victoria 411 East Larkspur 77904 (361) 576-0444 A, AZ, RSP

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

The Terrace at Clear Lake 780 West Bay Area Boulevard 77598 (281) 316-9055 R

WEST COLUMBIA Brooks Manor Apartments 444 Jefferson Street 77486 (979) 345-5557 APT, R

WHARTON Elmcroft at Briar Lane : 1930 Briar Lane 77488 (979) 532-5800 A, RSP


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2101 greenhouse rd., houston Tx 77084281.599.5540 | www.cantexsc.com

11 Locations in Houston and East Texas

ASHFORD GARDENS7210 Northline Drive, Houston, TX 77076713.699.2882

THE BRADFORD AT BROOKSIDE301 West Park Drive, Livingston, TX 77351936.328.5021

THE COLONNADES AT REFLECTION BAY12001 Shadow Creek Parkway, Pearland, TX 77584713.434.3800

LAUREL COURT3830 Mustang Road, Alvin, TX 77511281.824.0070

MAGNOLIA MANOR4400 Gulf Street, Groves, TX 77619409.962.5785

MATHIS NURSING CENTER1220 Loop 459, Mathis, TX 78368361.547.3318

OAKWOOD MANOR NURSING HOME225 South Main Street, Vidor, TX 77662409.769.3692

SILSBEE CONVALESCENT CENTER1105 West Highway 418, Silsbee, TX 77656409.385.3784

STONELEIGH ESTATES1712 North Timberland, Lufkin, TX 75901936.632.3346

WOODVILLE HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER102 North Beech Street, Woodville, TX 75979409.283.2555

THE SOLERA2101 Greenhouse Road, Houston TX 77084281.599.5540

THE CRESCENT11353 Sugar Park Lane, Sugar Land, TX 77478COMING FALL 2012!

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We know that a nursing home is the last place you want to go...but sometimes rehabilitation is just

what you need and what the doctor orders.

Read what some of ourresidents have to sayabout us:“I just wanted to put into writing howvery much I appreciate all that you and your staff did for my husband and I during his stay with you. �e compassion, empathy, kindness and dedication shown us are to be commended.” Vicky B, age 84

“Can’t say enough about your staff from startto finish. �ey made it a truly wonderfulexperience. �e care that I received duringmy stay was truly exceptional. �ank you forall you did to get me back on my feet again.”

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“A nursing home was the last place I wanted to end up after my hospital stay but you folks were great; I will tell you it changed my opinion of what a nursing home is. �anks for helping to get me strong again.” Victor S, age 64

Stop by and feel the differenceat one of our communities.

6 LOCATIONS IN THEGREATER HOUSTON AREA

3434 Watters Street | Pasadena713.941.9155

3625 Green Crest | Houston281.558.1166

3921 North Main Street | Baytown281.422.9541

17231 Mill Forest | Webster281.488.5224

2000 West Baker Road | Baytown281.427.9120

8702 S. Course Drive | Houston281.498.5796

3430 W. Orem | Houston832.799.6484


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Services provided at our facilities include, but are not limited to:- Status Post Surgical Rehabilitation- Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy- Short-term Rehab Stays- Private Medicare Suites- Private Medicare Suites- Rehab Modalities: Electric Stimulation, Ultrasound, Moist Heat and Paraffin- 24-hour Skilled Nursing Care- Palliative, Respite and Hospice Care

Care. Comfort. Commitment..........................................................

Allenbrook Healthcare Center4109 Allenbrook Drive

Baytown, TX 77521T 281-422-3546 ~ F 281-422-0376

Beechnut Manor12777 Beechnut Street

Houston, TX 77072Houston, TX 77072T 281-879-8040 ~ F 281-879-9066

Fair Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

701 Fair Park DriveHenderson, TX 75654

T 903-657-6506 ~ F 903-655-8578

Green Acres of BaytownGreen Acres of Baytown2000 Beaumont Road

Baytown, TX 77520T 281-427-4774 ~ F 281-427-1678

Green Acres of Center501 Timpson Street

Center, TX 75935T 936-598-2483 ~ F 936-598-6403

Green Acres of Huntsville1302 Nottingham Street

Huntsville, TX 77340Huntsville, TX 77340T 936-295-6313 ~ F 936-295-8112

Humble Healthcare Center93 Isaacks Road

Humble, TX 77338T 281-446-7159 ~ F 281-548-1594

Truman W. Smith Children’s Care CenterChildren’s Care Center

220 West Upshur AvenueGladewater, TX 75647

T 903-845-2200 ~ F 903-845-3704

Village Creek Rehabilitationand Nursing Center

705 North Main StreetLumberton, TX 77657

T 409-755-0100 ~ F 409-755-4200

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HOUSTON AREA

Brazosview Healthcare Center2127 Preston StreetRichmond, TX 77469281-342-2801fax 281-342-2732

Cypresswood Health and Rehabilitation Center10851 Crescent Moon DriveHouston, TX 77064281-955-4100fax 281-955-4188

First Colony Health and Rehabilitation Center*4710 Lexington BlvdMissouri City, TX 77459281-499-4710fax 281-499-9399

Jacinto City Heathcare Center*1405 Holland StreetHouston, TX 77029713-455-1744fax 713-455-3778

Memorial City Health and Rehab1341 Blalock RoadHouston, TX 77055713-468-7821fax 713-827-0983

Northwest Health and Rehabilitation Center17600 Cali DriveHouston, TX 77090281-440-9000fax 281-440-7536

Spring Branch Healthcare Center8955 Long Point RoadHouston, TX 77055713-464-7625fax 713-464-2841

The Westbury Place*5201 S. Willow DriveHouston, TX 77035713-721-0297fax 713-721-2157

Westchase Health and Rehabilitation Center8820 Town Park DriveHouston, TX 77036713-777-7241fax 713-777-5682

Woodwind Lakes Health and Rehabilitation Center*7215 Windfern RoadHouston, TX 77040713-466-8933fax 713-849-3560

SURROUNDINGCOMMUNITIES

Bay Villa Healthcare Center1800 13th StreetBay City, TX 77414979-245-6327fax 979-245-0164

Faith Memorial Nursing Home*811 Garner RoadPasadena, TX 77502713-473-8573fax 713-473-0991

Kountze Nursing Center604 FM 1293Kountze, TX 77625409-246-3418fax 409-246-2129

Pasadena Care Center4006 Vista RoadPasadena, TX 77504713-943-1592fax 713-947-7955

Pine Arbor705 FM 418 WestSilsbee, TX 77656409-385-0033fax 409-385-8116

Sweeny House*109 N. McKinney StreetSweeny, TX 77480979-548-3383fax 979-548-4701

Winchester Lodge Healthcare Center*1112 Smith DriveAlvin, TX 77511281-331-6125fax 281-331-2363


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The Medallion Assisted Living Residence6262 North Braeswood Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77074

Telephone: 713.778.5777 | www.themedallion.org

Yes,we serve many nationalities and speak many languages.we are a life enrichment community.we follow special dietary laws.we are the largest long term care campus and skilled facility in Houston.we have onsite physicians, dentists, ophthalmologists and therapists.

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Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services6200 North Braeswood Boulevard Houston, Texas 77074Telephone: 713.778.5700 | www.sevenacres.org

Winner of the HCN 2011 ReadeRs ChoiCe awaRd

Seven Acres Senior Care Services is a not-for-profit, non-sectarian, certified and licensed Medicaid, Medicare and private pay community for the elderly.

Together with The Medallion Assisted Living Residence, this facility creates a seamless award winning continuum of care for those we love the most.

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The Oaks at Brookshire

CANTEX CONTINUING CARE NETWORKGreater Houston area locationswww.cantexsc.comRegional Director of Business Development: (713) 647-2888

Cantex Continuing Care Network is a provider of post acute health services, including round-the-clock nursing and comprehensive rehabilitation. Unlike traditional nursing homes and assisted living facilities, Cantex embraces patients’ spirited independence, offering high quality services to meet their evolving needs, and enabling them to carry on in style. Each Cantex location is designed to support your complete recovery.


AVALON PLACE WHARTONPhone: (979) 532-1244 • Fax: (979) 532-1142Wharton TX 77488 • 1405 Valhella Drivewww.swltc.com

We focus on a holistic approach to healthcare addressing the physical, emo-tional, social and spiritual health of each resident and provide individualizedmedical rehabilitation. Bright, cheerful environment • 24-hour Skilled Nursingand Intermediate Care • Rehabilitation Services • Wound Care Program •Respite/Vacation Program



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Extraordinary Care for Extraordinary People.

Spring BranchTransitional Care Center

1615 Hillendahl RoadHouston, TX 77055713-365-0561

Highland ParkCare Center

2714 Morrison StreetHouston, TX 77009

713-862-1616

Come by for a tour and feel the difference.

WEST OAKS REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTERPhone: (281) 558-1166 • Fax: (281) 558-9484Houston TX 77082 • 3625 Green Crest

West Oaks RHC is a skilled nursing and 24-hour long-term care facility. Our mission is to provide individualized care and medical rehabilitation in a warm friendly environment designed to make everyone feel at home. Our Health Care Team consists of a group of dedicated professionals who enjoy meeting the needs of each resident. At West Oaks, all departments take pride in providing exceptional care to your loved one. Call today to schedule a tour.


WESTWOOD REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTERPhone: (281) 498-5796Houston TX 77099 • 8702 South Course Drive

Westwood RHC is a skilled nursing and 24-hour long-term care facility. Our mission is to provide individualized care and medical rehabilitation in a warm friendly environment designed to make everyone feel at home. Our Health Care Team consists of a group of dedicated professionals who enjoy meeting the needs of each resident. At Westwood, all departments take pride in providing exceptional care to your loved one. Call today to schedule a tour.



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TUSCANY VILLAGEPhone: (713) 770-5300 • Fax: (713) 770-5301Pearland TX 77584 • 2750 Miller Ranch RoadCecil Barcelo, Jr. Administrator

Tuscany Village is a premier Skilled Nursing facility in Pearland. With over 50 yrs experience, Pearland welcomes our state of the art center, conveniently located off 288 and 518. Our privately owned and operated facility focuses on individualized care. Each resident receives a personalized rehab plan designed to provide the highest quality of life. If you want the best of care in a homelike environment, Tuscany Village is the place for you.


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

Winchester Lodge Healthcare 1112 Smith Drive 77511 (281) 331-6125 Map #141 A=94 B=94 C=94 N

ANGLETON Country Village Care & Country Village Assisted Living 721 West Mulberry Street 77515 (979) 849-8281 Map #2 A=135 B=135 C=97 NRH, RSP

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

BAY CITY Bay Villa Health 1800 13th Street 77414 (979) 245-6327 Map #4 A=105 B=105 C=0 NRH

Matagorda House 700 12th Street 77414 (979) 245-7800 Map #5 A=120 B=120 C=88 AZ, NRH

Matagorda Nursing and Rehab Center 4521 Avenue F 77414 (979) 245-7369 Map #6 A=100 B=100 C=0 NRH

BAYTOWN Allenbrook Healthcare Center 4109 Allenbrook Drive 77521 (281) 422-3546 Map #7 A=120 B=120 C=0 AZ, NRH

Cedar Bayou 2000 West Baker Road 77521 (281) 427-9120 Map #8 A=125 B=125 C=0 NRH, RSP

Green Acres of Baytown 2000 Beaumont Street 77520 (281) 427-4774 Map #10 A=100 B=100 C=0 NRH, RSP

Saint James House of Baytown 5800 West Baker Road 77520 (281) 424-4541 Map #11 A=105 B=105 C=0 NRH

The Rehab & Healthcare Center at Baytown 3921 North Main Street 77521 (281) 422-9541 Map #12 A=120 B=105 C=47 NRH, RSP

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

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

CLUTE Creekside Village Healthcare 914 Brazosport Boulevard N 77531 (979) 265-4794 Map #15 A=119 B=119 C=119 NRH

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

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

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

TruCare Living Centers 1511 Montezuma Street 78934 (979) 733-0500 Map #19 A=104 B=104 C=0 NRH

CONROE Conroe Healthcare Center 2019 Frazier Street 77301 (936) 441-2120 Map #20 A=108 B=108 C=0 NRH, RSP

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

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

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A = Total beds in the facility, including non-participating or non-licensed areasB = Total certified Medicare and/or Medicaid beds within the facilityC = Total Medicaid only certified beds in the facility

Legend8 = Doesn’t accept Medicaid or MedicareAZ = Alzheimer’s/Dementia Asst.

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DAYTON Heritage Villa Nursing and Rehabilitation 310 E Lawrence Street 77535 (936) 258-7227 Map #23 A=60 B=60 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

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

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

Friendswood Healthcare Center 213 Heritage Drive 77546 (281) 993-5129 Map #26 A=102 B=102 C=0 N

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

Meridian/Galveston 2228 Seawall Boulevard 77550 (Private Pay only) (409) 763-6437 Map #28 A=164 B=131 C=131 8 AZ, NRH, RSP

Turner Geriatric Center 2228 Seawall Boulevard 77550 (409) 621-1644 Map #29 A=164 B=131 C=131 AZ, NRH

HEmPSTEAD Autumn Care Retirement Center of Hempstead 1111 San Antonio St 77445 (979) 826-3439 Map #9 A=0 B=0 C=0

HOUSTON All Seasons Mission Care Centers 6150 S Loop E 77087 (713) 643-2628 Map #30 A=120 B=120 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Afton Oaks Nursing and Rehab 7514 Kingsley 77087 (713) 644-8393 Map #31 A=169 B=169 C=60 NRH, RSP

Ashford Gardens 7210 Northline Drive 77076 (713) 699-2882 Map #32 A= 202 B= 202 C= 0 AZ, NRH, RSP

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

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

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

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

Courtyard Convalescent Center 7499 Stanwick Drive 77087 (713) 644-8048 Map #37 A=120 B=102 C=10 NRH, AZ, RSP

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

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

Grace Care Center of Cypress 9602 Huffmeister Road 77095 (281) 463-9001 Map #40 A=125 B=125 C=0 N

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

Heartland Healthcare Center of Willowbrook 13631 Ardfield Drive 77070 (Medicare only) (281) 955-9572 Map #42 A=120 B=77 C=0 N, RSP

Highland Park Care Center 2714 Morrison Street 77009 (713) 862-1616 Map #43 A=64 B=64 C=0 NRH

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

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

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

Legend Oaks Northwest 8902 West Road 77064 (713) 849-0990 Map #47 A=125 B=125 C=0 NRH

Legend Oaks Willowbrook 12921 Misty Hollow 77070 (281) 469-7881 Map #145 A=124 B=124 C=124 NRH, RSP



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Legend Oaks Cyfair/Copperfield 7107 Queenston Boulevard 77095 (281) 463-7333 Map #144 A=124 B=124 C=124 NRH, RSP

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

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

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

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

Memorial Senior Services Nursing Center 7600 Beechnut Street 77074 (713) 456-5870 Map #52 B=43 (Medicare only) NRH

Mission Care 6150 South Loop E 77087 (713) 643-2628 Map #53 A=120 B=120 C=0 AZ, NRH

New Era Nursing & Rehab 3510 Sherman Street 77003 (713) 224-5344 Map #54 Bed Count Info Unavailable NRH, RSP

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

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

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

Park Manor at South Belt 11902 Resource Parkway 77089 (281) 922-6802 Map #58 A=120 B=120 C=0 NRH

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

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

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

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

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

Spring Branch Healthcare Center 8655 Long Point Road 77055 (713) 464-7625 Map #63 A=106 B=106 C=0 AZ, NRH

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

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

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

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

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

The Hampton Healthcare Center at Willowbrook 7450 Willowchase Boulevard 77070 (281) 807-4744 Map #70 A=98 B=98 AZ, N

The Plaza at the Buckingham 8580 Woodway Drive 77063 (Private Pay only) (713) 979-3777 Map #71 A=60 8 A, AZ, NRH

The Solera 2101 Greenhouse Rd. 77084 (713) 417-3050 Map #142 A=112 B=112 C=16 NRH

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

The Vosswood Nursing Center 815 South Voss Road 77057 (Medicare only) (713) 827-0883 Map #73 A=224 B=78 C=0 NRH, RSP


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

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

Villa Toscana at Cypress Woods 15015 Cypress Woods Medical Drive 77014 (281) 586-6088 Map #76 A=120 B=120 C=0 NRH

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

HUmBLE Deerbrook Skilled Nursing & Rehab 9250 Humble Westfield Road 77338 (281) 446-5160 Map #141 A=120 B=120 C=120 AZ, NRH, RSP

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

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

HUNTSVILLE Ella Smither Geriatric Center 1115 Avenue O 77340 (936) 295-0216 Map #86 A=114 B=114 C=0 NRH

Green Acres of Huntsville 1302 Nottingham Street 77340 (Medicaid only) (936) 295-6313 Map #87 A=98 B=98 C=98 AZ, NRH, RSP

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

KATY Cane Island Post Acute Care 21727 Provincial Boulevard 77450 (281) 717-1302 Map #89 A=125 B=125 C=0 NRH

Heritage Park of Katy Nursing and Rehab 6001 George Bush Drive 77493 (281) 395-1124 Map #90 A=118 B=118 C=0 NRH

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

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

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

The Grace Care Center of Katy 23553 W Fernhurst Drive 77494 (281) 394-1300 Map #94 A=130 B=130 C=75 A, NRH

KINGWOOD Regent Care of Kingwood 23775 Kingwood Place 77339 (281) 318-2600 Map #95 A=194 B=194 C=0 NRH

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

Lake Jackson Healthcare Center 413 Garland Drive 77566 (979) 297-3266 Map #97 A=120 B=120 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Oak Village Healthcare 204 Oak Drive S 77566 (979) 297-0425 Map #98 A=74 B=8 C=8 NRH

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LA mARQUE Bayou Pines Care Center 4905 Fleming Street 77568 (Medicaid only) (409) 938-8282 Map #99 A=120 B=120 C=120 NRH, RSP

LA PORTE La Porte Healthcare Center 208 South Utah Street 77571 (281) 471-1810 Map #100 A=58 B=56 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

LEAGUE CITY Baywind Village Convalescent Center 411 Alabama Avenue 77573 (281) 332-9588 Map #101 B=128 NRH

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

Regent Care Center 2620 West Walker Street 77573 (281) 309-5444 Map #103 Bed Count Info Unavailable NRH

mISSOURI CITY First Colony Health and Rehab Center 4710 Lexington Boulevard 77459 (281) 499-4710 Map #104 B=150 AZ, NRH

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

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

PALACIOS Palacios Healthcare Center 1414 Fourth Street 77465 (361) 972-2542 Map #107 A=102 B=78 C=0 NRH, RSP

PASADENA Baywood Crossing 5020 Space Center Boulevard 77505 (713) 575-1800 Map #143 A=124 B=124 C=124 NRH

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

Paramount Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center 3434 Watters Street 77504 (713) 941-9155 Map #109 A=125 B=125 C=0 AZ, NRH, RSP

Pasadena Care Center 4006 Vista Road 77504 (713) 943-1592 Map #110 A=116 B=116 C=0 NRH, RSP

The Courtyards at Pasadena 4048 Red Bluff 77503 (713) 477-7877 Map #111 B=196 AZ, NRH

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

PEARLAND The Colonnades at Reflection Bay 12001 Shadow Creek Parkway 77584 (713) 434-3800 Map #113 A= 180 B= 180 C= O N, RSP

Tuscany Village 2750 Miller Ranch Road 77584 (713) 770-5300 Map #114 A=108 B=108 C=0 NRH

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

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

Cambridge Square Geriatric Center 1106 Golfview Drive 77469 (281) 344-9191 Map #117 A=118 B=112 C=92 NRH, RSP

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

ROSENBERG Fort Bend Healthcare Center 3010 Bamore Road 77471 (281) 342-2142 Map #119 A=56 B=56 C=0 NRH, RSP

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oceanview Transitional Care Center 519 9th Avenue North 77590 (409) 949-9499 Map #127 A=134 B=83 C=70 AZ, NRH, RSP

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

THE WOODLANDS Regent Care Center of The Woodlands 10450 Gosling Road 77381 (281) 296-9234 Map #129 B=156 NRH

The Woodlands Healthcare Center 4650 S. Panther Creek Drive 77381 (281) 363-3535 Map #130 B=214 NRH, RSP

TOmBALL Grace Care Center at Northpointe 11830 Northpointe Boulevard 77377 (281) 205-9400 Map #131 A=125 B=0 C=125 NRH

Lawrence Street Healthcare Center 615 Lawrence Street 77375 (281) 357-4516 Map #132 A=150 B=150 C=0 AZ, NRH

Park Manor of Tomball 250 School Street 77375 (281) 516-7929 Map #133 B=125 NRH

The Heritage 1221 Graham Drive 77375 (281) 401-5400 Map #134 Bed Count Info Unavailable N, RSP

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

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

Regency Village 409 West Greene Street 77598 (281) 332-4738 Map #137 A=122 B=120 C=0 NRH

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

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

Wharton Nursing and Rehab Center 1220 Sunny Lane 77488 (979) 532-5020 Map #140 A=120 B=120 C=0 RSP, NRH


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End-of-Life Planning

National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800).658-8898www .nhpco .org

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

Funerals, Burial and Cremation

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

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It’s.important.that.you.communicate.your.desires.about.how.you.

want.to.be.treated.in.your.final.days.through.documents.that.will.help.your.family.make.decisions.about.your.care,.based.on.clearly.expressed.wishes ..If.you.do.not.have.an.Advanced.Directive.in.place.to.let.your.family.and.medical.personnel.know.your.wishes,.consider.contacting.an.Elder.Law.Attorney.to.get.one ...Copies.of.an.Advanced.Directive.Form.can.be.found.on.the.Internet.as.well .

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Funeral Consumer’s Alliance. .(800).765-0107...(713).526-4267.www .funerals .org.A non-profit organization that tracks legislation dealing with death and funeral issues, advocating for consumers who have problems with funeral providers. Assistance in pre-planning and finding a reasonably priced Funeral.

Galveston County Social Services.(281).316-8733.Indigent burial and cremation services for North Galveston county.

Harris County Indigent Burial Program..(713).696-1952.Bereavement counselors assist low-income families by providing the names of funeral homes that will work with them on low-cost funeral arrangements.

Samaritan Ministries..(281).589-8936....(800).383-5334.samaritanministry .org.Grief training, resources and support for anyone dealing with grief and bereavement issues. Support and resources regarding the planning of funerals, plot or cemetery arrangements and funeral homes are available to families who have lost a loved one.

Federal Trade Commission.(877).382-4357.ftc .gov

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

Texas Funeral Service Commission..(512).936-2474.Funeral Home Complaints tfsc .state .tx .us

Directions for the Disposition of Remains.

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.internment ..A.copy.can.be.obtained.at:..www .tlsc .org/hotline .html,.or.contact.the.Legal.Hotline.for.Texans.at:.(800).622-2520 .

PROCEDURE WHEN THERE ARE NO WRITTEN DIRECTIONS

Unless.a.decedent.has.left.directions.in.writing.for.the.disposition.of.the.decedent’s.remains.as.provided.in.a.will,.a.prepaid.funeral.contract,.or.a.written.instrument.signed.and.acknowledged.by.such.person,.the.following.persons,.in.the.priority.listed,.have.the.right.to.control.the.disposition,.including.cremation,.of.the.decedent’s.remains,.have.a.duty.to.inter.the.remains,.and.are.liable.for.the.reasonable.cost.of.interment:

1) ..the.person.designated.in.a.written.instrument.signed.by.the.decedent;

2) ..the.decedent’s.surviving.spouse;

3) ..any.one.of.the.decedent’s.surviving.adult.children;

4) ..either.one.of.the.decedent’s.surviving.parents;

5) ..any.one.of.the.decedent’s.surviving.adult.siblings.or;

6) ..any.adult.person.in.the.next.degree.of.kinship.in.the.order.named.by.law.to.inherit.the.estate.of.the.decedent .

A.person.listed.in.above.has.the.right,.duty,.and.liability.provided.by.that.subsection.only.if.there.is.no.person.in.a.priority.listed.before.the.person ..If.there.is.no.person.with.the.duty.to.inter.and:

1) ..an.inquest.is.held,.the.person.conducting.the.inquest.shall.inter.the.remains,.and;

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2) ..an.inquest.is.not.held,.the.county.in.which.the.death.occurred.shall.inter.the.remains ..Any.dispute.among.any.of.the.persons.listed.concerning.their.right.to.control.the.disposition,.including.cremation,.of.a.decedent’s.remains.shall.be.resolved.by.a.court.of.competent.jurisdiction .

TO REPORT THE DEATH OF A SOCIAL SECURITy BENEFICIARy

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.death.benefit.of.$255.is.paid.to.a.surviving.spouse.or.eligible.child .

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

Donor ProgramsIf you are considering donating an organ here are some resources to assist you.

Baylor College of Medicine.(whole.body)..(713).798-3858

Blood Center...(713).790-1200.(800).355-7427

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

The Living Bank .(713).528-2971...(800).528-2971.www .livingbank .org.Registry and referral service for committing tissues, bones, or vital organs to transplantation or research. Once organs or tissues are removed, the body is returned to the family.

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.www .marrow .org.Write or call for information on how to become a bone-marrow donor.

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

United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS).. (804).782-4800

DONATION OF A BODy

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

Local Registrars:Brazoria County.(County.Clerk,.Main.Office).(979).864-1355.111.E ..Locust.St .,.Ste ..200,.Angleton,.TX.77515.Houston.Area...(281).756-1355

Fort Bend County.(County.Clerk). .(281).341-8685.301.Jackson.Street,.Richmond,.Texas.77469

Galveston County.(Health.District).(409).938-7221.4700.Broadway,.Ste.C100,.Galveston,.TX.77551

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

Walker County.(County.Clerk).(936).436-4922.1100.University.Ave .,.Ste.201,.Huntsville,.TX.77340

Harris County.(713).794-9070.8000.North.Stadium.Drive,.Houston,.TX.77054

Houston Bureau of Vital Statistics..(713).247-1686

...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 ..

...Fees.charged.for.copies.of.birth.and.death.certificates.by.the.different.county.offices.may.vary.slightly.–.contact.your.local.office.about.cost.for.copies.of.Birth.and.Death.Certificates ..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 ..It.is.recommended.that.you.get.at.least.twelve.copies.of.the.certificate.and.notify.anyone.with.whom.the.deceased.had.an.account ..

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.(for.regular.mail.or.walk-in.service).range.from.$22–$30 ..This.fee.is.non-refundable.for.records.that.are.not.located ..Additional.fees.will.apply.for.faxing.and.overnight.services .

Deceased Identity TheftTo.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 .

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•.To.remove.the.deceased.name.from.direct.marketing.lists,.register.as.Deceased:....Do-Not-Contact.Web.site:.www .dma-consumers .org/consumerassistance .html

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

AseraCare Hospice..(888).646-8696Compassionate Care Hospice .(713).667-3247...(866).535-3247Dignity Memorial Providers, Grief Materials.(713).862-9622...(800).344-6489Hospice Compassus.(281).316-7777...(877).575-7152InnerWisdom Counseling Center.(713).592-9292Memorial Hermann Hospice.(281).784-7520Silverado Hospice.(888).328-6640

PHASES OF GRIEFThe.death.of.a.loved.one.shakes.the.very.foundation.of.your.life ..Grief.has.four.distinct.phases:

1) ..Shock.and.numbness

2) ..Yearning.and.searching:.Survivors.

experience.separation.anxiety.and.cannot.accept.loss .

3) ..Disorganization.and.despair:.Family.members.feel.depressed.and.find.it.difficult.to.plan.for.the.future.or.concentrate.and.focus.on.anything .

4) ..Reorganization

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

Compassionate Care Hospice..(713).667-3247...(866).535-3247Chapelwood United Methodist Grief Support..(713).465-3467Compassion and Choices..(End-Of-Life.support)..(800).247-7421Grace Presbyterian Grief Support .(713).781-7615Hospice Care Team.(Brazoria.&.Galveston.Co .).(409).938-0070...(800).545-8738Life After Loss.(American.Cancer.Society).(713).266-2877...(800).227-2345Lifeline –.Support/Social.Support.Group.for.widows/widowers.(281).497-2663L.I.F.T. –.Social.Support.Group.for.widows/widowers.–.Dignity.Memorial..(713).862-9622...(800).344-6489Memorial Drive Presbyterian Grief Support.(713).782-1710Memorial Drive United Methodist Grief Support..(713).468-8356Regency Hospice.(281).316-7777St. Cecilia Grief Support .(713).465-3414Samaritan Ministry.(also.has.a.support.group.for.caregivers.of.the.sick).(281).589-8936San Jacinto Methodist Hospital, Baytown, Garth Campus..(281).420-8600Silverado Hospice..(888).328-6640Additional adult bereavement resources can be found at: ..www .compassionandchoices .org.www .griefnet .org.www .groww .org.www .widownet .org

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For Information: 713.663.4900

For Admissions and Referrals: 713.663.7777 • VITAS.com/Texas

Live Every MomentAt VITAS, hospice is about life and making the most of thetime that you have left. We deliver quality end-of-life careso residents of North Houston can live every moment.

• VITAS has been caring for Houston residents since 1989.

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• VITAS has special services for veterans. Additionally, we offer advanced oral care, pet therapy, music therapy and other services to enhance your stay with us.

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Livingston Office317 W. Church St.

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Use of an interdisciplinary TEAM that includes: Medical Director Nurse Hospice Aide Social Worker Spiritual Care Volunteer Bereavement Coordinator

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www.newcenturyhospice.com

Houston 281-277-1151Houston North 832-252-9403

Covered Services:

Call us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What our Patients & Families Deserve

Routine Home Care • Continuous CareGeneral Inpatient • Respite Care

OUR TEAMPhysicians | Nurses | Social Workers

Spiritual Counselors | DieticiansPhysical, Speech & Occupational

Therapists | CNA’s | Trained Volunteers

Hospice and Palliative Care of Texas713.975.6200

Compassion, Comfort, Support, Love, Dignity & Respect


SRG LISTINGS Hospice Agencies

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

Greater Houston Area

ANGLETON IPH Hospice Care 135 E Hospital Dr (979) 848-8151 n

BAYTOWN Faith Community Hospice 4721 Garth Rd Ste H (281) 422-0414 n

Harbor Hospice House 1113 W Baker Rd Ste B (281) 427-3800

Hospice Compassus 1610 James Bowie (281) 837-9200 n

BELLAIRE A-Care Home Health Services 5909 West Loop S Ste 570 (713) 665-3338

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

CLEARLAKE Advanced Care Hospice 17300 Saturn Ln Ste III (281) 204-8944

Hallmark Hospice 1325 Space Park Drive Ste C (281) 842-1550

VITAS Healthcare of Texas 18333 Egret Bay Blvd Ste 550 (281) 335-3401 ns

CONROE American Hospice 3307 W Davis St Ste 100 (936) 494-0626

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

Embracing Hospice 2040 North Loop 336 Ste 324 (888) 797-3489

Lighthouse Hospice of Conroe 200 Riverpointe Dr Ste 300 (888) 290-7727 n

Odyssey Healthcare of Conroe 100 I-45 N Ste 300 (936) 788-7707 n

New Century Hospice of Piney Woods 11133 I-45 South Ste 170 (832) 252-9403

Odyssey Healthcare of Conroe 233 I-45 N (936) 539-1400 n

VITAS Innovative Hospice Care 18550 I-45 South (713) 663-4900

VITAS Healthcare of Texas 18550 I-45 South 281.292.1397

HOUSTON Advanced Care Hospice 17300 Saturn Ln Ste III (281) 204-8944

Amed Community Hospice 3535 Briarpark Dr (713) 975-0690

American Hospice 11200 Richmond Ave Ste 110 (713) 946-6937 n

American Hospice 3222 Burke Rd Ste 109B (713) 946-9006 n

Aseracare Hospice 1235 N Loop Ste 215 (713) 864-2626 n

Asperion Hospice of Houston 1770 St James PI Ste 330 (713) 850-8853 ns

Christus VNA Hospice & Palliative Care 601 Sawyer Ste 750 (713) 630-5555 n

Compassionate Care Hospice of Houston 2020 N Loop W Ste 140 (713) 667-3247 ns

East Harris County Hospice Services LLC 1313 Holland Ave Ste 2 (713) 450-4500 n

Evercare Hospice & Palliative Care 9702 Bissonnet St Ste 2200W (713) 219-6490 n

Excellent Homecare Provider Services 6776 SW Freeway Ste 205 (713) 780-8738

Faith Hospice 9896 Bissonnet St (713) 271-5566

Grace Hospice of Texas 340 N Sam Houston Pkwy E Ste 101 (281) 442-8200 ns

Group Care Hospice 12121 Richmond Ave Ste 416 (281) 493-9744 n

Gulf Coast Hospice of Houston 9555 W. Sam Houston Pkwy S Ste 333 (713) 772-2700 n

Hallmark Hospice 1325 Space Park Drive Ste C (281) 842-1550

Heart to Heart Hospice of Houston 12929 Gulf Freeway Ste 300 (713) 984-2100


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Heart to Heart Hospice of Houston 400 N Sam Houston Pkwy Ste 310 (713) 984-2370

Hospice & Palliative Care of Texas 7211 Regency Sq Blvd (713) 975-6200 Hospice Compassus 1770 St. James Place Ste 330 (713) 850-8853

Hospice Compassus 11221 Richmond Ave (281) 493-1655

Houston Hospice 5206 FM 1960 W Ste 104 (281) 587-2218

Houston Hospice 1905 Holcombe Blvd (713) 467-7423 ns

Houston Hospice & Palliative Care 1880 Dairy Ashford Ste 330 (713) 468-2441 n

Inter Active Hospice Services 10530 Rockley Rd Ste 100-A (281) 892-2000 n

Life’s Solutions Hospice Care 8989 Westheimer Ste 200 (713) 821-3000 n

Memorial Hermann Hospice 16538 Air Center Blvd #200 (281) 784-7520

Odyssey 303 Lantern Bend (713) 696-3000 n

Odyssey Healthcare of Houston 2636 S. Loop W Ste 210 (713) 592-5600 n

Peaceful Tranquility 1610 Blodgett (713) 668-9595

Resolutions Hospice 8305 Knight Rd (832) 588-6083 ns

Samaritan Care Hospice 1770 St. James Place Ste 330 (713) 850-8853 ns

Silverado Hospice 13810 Champions Forest Ste 150 (888) 328-6640 ns

Skyline Medical Services 12623 Laleu Ln (832) 276-0291

VITAS Healthcare of Texas 4848 Loop Central Dr Ste 650 (713) 663-7777 n

VITAS Healthcare of Texas 3845 FM 1960 Ste 390 (281) 895-6351

VITAS Healthcare of Texas 17320 Red Oak Drive Ste 102 281.895.6351

VITAS Healthcare of Texas 18333 Egret Bay Ste 550 281.335.3401

VITAS Healthcare of Texas 921 Gessner Road East Tower, 8th Floor 713.242.3950

KATY Resolutions Hospice 21720 Kingsland Blvd Ste 304 (281) 579-5690

KINGWOOD Health Solutions Hospice 2807 Kings Crossing Blvd Ste 215C (281) 361-0715

LAKE JACKSON Helping Hands & Hearts Hospice 412 Plantation Dr (979) 297-3775 n

Hospice Care Team 107 W. Way St Ste 29 (979) 297-6043

LEAGUE CITY Hospice Compassus 1100 Gulf Frwy Ste 122 (281) 316-7777 n

ORANGE Southeast Texas Hospice 912 W Cherry (409) 886-0622 n

PASADENA Advanced Care Hospice 17300 Saturn Ln Ste III (281) 204-8944

Amed Community Hospice 4008 Vista (713) 947-6200 n

RICHmOND Kristel Healthcare Services 301 S 9th St (281) 633-2800

SUGAR LAND New Century Hospice 3531 Town Center Blvd S (281) 277-1131

New Century Hospice 13515 Southwest Freeway Ste 209 (281) 277-1151

New Century Hospice One Sugar Creek Center Blvd. Ste 330 (281) 277-1151

Promed Home Health Services 13313 Southwest Freeway (281) 437-8900

TEXAS CITY Advanced Care Hospice 17300 Saturn Ln Ste III (281) 204-8944

Amed Community Hospice 8901 Emmett F Lowry Expwy Ste B (409) 935-0169 n

Hospice Care Team 1708 Amburn Rd Ste C (800) 545-8738 n

THE WOODLANDS Rose of Texas Hospice 1610 Woodstead Court Ste 395 (855) 800-7673 ns

TOmBALL Lighthouse Hospice 14011 Park Dr Ste 201 (281) 290-7727 n

Sunset Hospice 1420 Rudel (281) 290-7600


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How Does Hospice Work?•.Hospice.care.is.for.any.person.who.has.a.life-threatening.or.terminal.illness ..Most.reimbursement.sources.require.a.prognosis.of.six.months.or.less.if.the.illness.runs.its.normal.course ..Patients.with.both.cancer.and.non-cancer.illnesses.are.eligible.to.receive.hospice.care ..All.hospices.consider.the.patient.and.family.together.as.the.unit.of.care ..

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

•.Typically,.a.family.member.serves.as.the.primary.caregiver.and,.when.appropriate,.helps.make.decisions.for.the.terminally.ill.individual ..Members.of.the.hospice.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 ..

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,.with.loved.ones.nearby.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.most.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 .

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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.

•.Nursing.care.

•.Medical.equipment.(like.wheelchairs.or.walkers).

•.Medical.supplies.(like.bandages.and.catheters).

•.Drugs.for.symptom.control.and.pain.relief.

•.Short-term.care.in.the.hospital,.including.respite.and.inpatient.for.pain.and.symptom.management.

•.Home.health.aide.and.homemaker.services.

•.Physical.and.occupational.therapy.

•.Speech.therapy.

•.Social.work.services.

•.Dietary.counseling.

•.Grief.support.to.help.you.and.your.family.

Please.note:.You.will.only.have.to.pay.part.of.the.cost.for.outpatient.drugs.and.inpatient.respite.care .

Respite Care and Medicare?Respite.care.is.care.given.to.a.hospice.patient.by.another.caregiver.so.that.the.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.will.be.cared.for.in.a.Medicare-approved.facility,.such.as.a.hospice.residential.facility,.hospital,.or.nursing.home .

The.Medicare.Hospice.Benefit.Does.Not.Cover.the.Following:

Treatment intended to cure your terminal illness –As.a.hospice.patient,.you.will.receive.comfort.care.to.help.manage.symptoms.related.to.your.illness ..Comfort.care.includes.medications.for.symptom.control.and.pain.relief,.physical.care,.counseling,.and.other.hospice.services ..Medications.not.directly.related.to.your.hospice.diagnosis.are.not.covered.under.the.Medicare.Hospice.Benefit ...


Hospice.team.members.will.consult.with.the.hospice.physician.and.will.inform.you.and.your.family.which.drugs.and/or.medications.are.covered.and.which.ones.are.not.covered.under.the.Medicare.Hospice.Benefit ..The.Hospice.uses.medicine,.equipment,.and.supplies.to.make.you.as.comfortable.and.pain-free.as.possible ..Under.the.hospice.benefit,.Medicare.won’t.pay.for.treatment.to.cure.your.illness ..You.should.talk.with.your.doctor.if.you.are.thinking.about.potential.treatment.to.cure.your.illness ..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 ..

Care from another provider that is the same care that you are getting from your hospice –All.care.that.you.receive.for.your.illness.must.be.given.by.your.hospice.team ..You.can’t.get.the.same.type.of.care.from.a.different.provider.unless.you.change.your.hospice.provider .

Nursing Home Room and Board –Room.and.board.aren’t.covered.by.Medicare ..You.may.receive.hospice.services.wherever.you.live,.even.in.a.nursing.home,.however,.the.Medicare.Hospice.Benefit.does.not.pay.for.nursing.home.room.and.board .

How Do I Begin Receiving Hospice?Anyone.can.inquire.about.hospice.services ..You.or.your.loved.one.may.call.a.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 ...

Questions to Ask When Choosing a Hospice ProgramHospice.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 ..Below.is.a.list.of.questions.you.should.consider.when.looking.for.a.hospice.program .

•.What.services.are.provided?.

•.What.kind.of.support.is.available.to.the.family/caregiver?.

•.What.roles.do.the.attending.physician.and.hospice.play?.

•.What.does.the.hospice.volunteer.do?.

•.How.does.hospice.work.to.keep.the.patient.comfortable?.

•.How.are.services.provided.after.hours?.

•.How.and.where.does.hospice.provide.short-term.inpatient.care?.

•.Can.hospice.be.brought.into.a.nursing.home.or.long-term.care.facility?.

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

Hospice Link: 1-800-331-1620National Hospice and Palliative Care Helpline: 1-800-658-8898 or www.nhpco.org

Medicare Helpline: 1-800-633-4227 • 1-877-486-2048 TTYTexas and New Mexico Hospice Organization: 1-800-580-9270

Caring Connections – a great website explaining Hospice: www.caringinfo.org

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By Andrew Hardwick

PuBlic AffAirs sPeciAlist

Different people have different fears, and often Halloween seems to be a time to talk about them. Children may be afraid of monsters in the closet or creatures lurking beneath the bed. Teenagers may fear not fitting in with the popular crowd. There’s something else that needlessly frightens some people: doing business online with Social Security. The good news is that those fears should be just as unwarranted as being afraid of children in costumes. There are a number of things you can do online at www.socialsecurity.gov, and none of them should send so much as a shiver down your spine. Save yourself a trip to a Social Security office and transact your business from your home or office computer. There’s no need to be afraid to go online because it’s so easy to do business at www.socialsecurity.gov.

Here are just a few of Social Security’s online services you can take advantage of with ease from the convenience of your home or office computer:

• Apply for retirement, disability, or Medicare benefits;• Find out what benefits you might be eligible to receive;• Apply for Extra Help with your Medicare prescription drug costs; • Estimate your future benefits;• Appeal an unfavorable decision on a disability claim; • Change your address; and• Report employee wages.

For a complete list of our online services, visit www.socialsecurity.gov/onlineservices. You also can find forms, publications, answers to frequently asked questions, Social Security news, and much more at www.socialsecurity.gov.

You’ll find our online services are frighteningly easy to use. Don’t be afraid to visit www.socialsecurity.gov

at SOCIAL SECURITY’s Website


Question: How do i update or correct the name on my social security card?

Answer:to update or correct the name on your social security card:• complete an Application for A social security card (form ss-5), available at www.socialsecurity.gov/online/ss-5.pdf; • show us original documents proving your legal name change, identity, and u.s. citizenship (if you have not already established your citizenship with us), or immigration status if you are not a u.s. citizen; and• take or mail your completed application and original documents to your local social security office. Note that we must see originals and cannot use photocopies. We will return any original document you mail to us.learn more at www.socialsecurity.gov.

Question: How do i report a lost social security card?

Answer:You do not have to report a lost social security card. in fact, reporting a lost or stolen card to social security will not prevent misuse of your social security number. You should let us know if someone is using your number to work (call 1-800-772-1213; TTY 1-800-325-0778). if you think someone is using your number, there are several other actions you should take:• contact the federal trade commission online at www.ftc.gov/bcdp/edu/microsites/idtheft or call 1-877-ID-THEFT (1-877-438-4338)

• file an online complaint with the internet crime complaint center at www.ic3.gov

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• contact the irs identity Protection specialized unit by calling 1-800-908-4490, Monday – friday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.; and• Monitor your credit report.

Question:i work in retirement. How much can i earn and still collect full social security retirement benefits?

Answer:social security uses the formulas below, depending on your age, to determine how much you can earn before we must reduce your benefit:• if you are younger than full retirement age: $1 in benefits will be deducted for each $2 you earn above the annual limit. for 2011, that limit is $14,160. • in the year you reach your full retirement age: $1 in benefits will be deducted for each $3 you earn above a different limit, but we count only earnings before the month you reach full retirement age. for 2011, this limit is $37,680.• starting with the month you reach full retirement age: you will get your benefits with no limit on your earnings. find out your full retirement age at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/ageincrease.htm.

Question:Do i have to pay income tax on my social security benefits?

Answer:it depends. fewer than one-third of our current beneficiaries pay income taxes on their benefits. You will have to pay federal income taxes on your benefits if you file an individual federal income tax return and your total income is more than $25,000. if you file a joint return, you will have to pay income taxes if you and your spouse have total income of more than $32,000.

for more information, call the internal revenue service (irs) toll-free at 1-800-829-3676 and ask for IRS Publication 915, Social Security and Equivalent Railroad Retirement Benefits, www.irs.gov/publications/p915/index.html. People who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the irs toll-free number, 1-800-829-4059.


SRG LISTINGS Adult Day Care Centers

s Individuals with Alzheimers/Memory Disorders currently accepted

6 Individuals with Alzheimers/Dementia accepted in early stages only

n Only Individuals with HIV currently accepted

Listed facilities provide transportation and serve breakfast and lunch, except as noted:

u No meals provided

t No Transportation provided


CLEVELANDLiberty Dayton Community Day Center Activity #2 6802 Hanson Road Cleveland, TX 77327 (936) 334-8888

Wakefield Adult Day Care Center s314 S. San JacintoCleveland, TX 77327 (281) 593-1174

GALVESTONLibby’s Place s 5402 Avenue U Galveston, TX 77551 (409) 741-2538

HOUSTONA and M Senior Village Inc 63917 Anderson Rd Houston, TX 77053 (713) 433-7317

Adult Town Daycare s4450 S. Wayside Dr Houston, TX 77087 (713) 645-2300

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3735 DrexelHouston, TX 77027 (713) 552-0420

Brookhollow Adult Day Activity Center4800 W 34th St Ste C-54 Houston, TX 77092 (713) 812-8998

Bering Care Center Adult Day Care n s

1429 Hawthorne Houston, TX 77006 (713) 529-6071

Caring Place Adult Day Care Center 66717 Stuebner Airline Ste 213 Houston, TX 77091 (713) 692-6061

Corporate Senior (Chinese/Vietnamese only)9630 Clairwood Houston, TX 77036 (713) 777-5123

Elite Medserve Inc (Mentally Ill/Disabled)8405 Almeda Genoa, Ste Y u t

Houston, TX 77075 (713) 987-9000

Garden Oaks Adult Activity Center 6905 W 34th Street Houston, TX 77018 (713) 868-1515

Johnson & Johnson Activities Inc. s4400 Town Plaza Suite 100Houston, TX 77045 (713) 723-2090

Liberty Island Adult Day Care Center 9009 Boone RoadHouston, TX 77099 (281) 530-0000

Love & Joy Rehab Adult Center s11626 Cullen Ste BHouston, TX 77047 (713) 733-6900


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HOUSTON ContinuedNixon Adult Day Center s3719 LynnfieldHouston, TX 77016 (713) 633-4700

Northline Adult Day Care Center s3910 North Freeway Bldg LHouston, TX 77022 (713) 699-1580

Odyssey TLC Adult Day Ctr s220 North Vista DriveHouston, TX 77090 (281) 370-2200

Old Yale Adult Day Center s4414 Old YaleHouston, TX 77018 (713) 695-6100

Secure Day Activity and Health Care Facility s t

3008 BlodgettHouston, TX 77004 (713) 807-1999 Sheltering Arms Day Care Center s t

3838 Aberdeen WayHouston, TX 77025 (713) 667-2840

Sunnyside Adult Day Care 8423 Almeda RdHouston, TX 77054 (713) 748-7370

Sunshine Community Center Chinese/6501 Westline Dr. VietnameseHouston, TX 77036 (713) 988-2843

The Center Serving Persons with Mental Retardation 3550 W. DallasHouston, TX 77019 (713) 525-8306

The Lighthouse for the Blind of Houston 3602 West DallasHouston, TX 77019 (713) 527-9561

KINGWOODSarah Care s23972 Highway 59 NorthKingwood, TX 77339 (281) 361-7000

LIBERTYLiberty Dayton Community Day Activity u t

1801 Grand AvenueLiberty, TX 77575 (936) 334-8888

ROSENBERGCaring People, LTD 6914 Frost StreetRosenberg, TX 77471 (281) 344-9911

STAFFORDIt’s Heaven, LLC s1250 Texas Parkway, Ste HStafford, TX 77477 (281) 403-5200


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Arthritis

The Arthritis Foundation’s Life Improvement Series empowers people with programs that increase mobility, reduce pain and stiffness, and physician visits.

With a variety of programs from which to choose, there’s sure to be one that best fits your needs.

If you would like more information, or would like to join our network of system partners offering Life Improvement Series classes, contact us at 713-942-9063, or at [email protected].

Join us at the Houston Arthritis Walk on June 4!Visit houstonarthritiswalk.org for details.

The Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program

Aquatics Program

Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi

Self Help Program

Walk With Ease

Programs offered by theArthritis Foundation include:

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www.arthritis.org


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From time to time,everyone needs ahelping hand.Often, those hands belong to a volunteer. If you’ve got a hand to lend, the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) would like to play matchmaker.



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Serving Aging Texans in counties:

Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Colorado, Ft. Bend, Galveston, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, Walker, Waller & Wharton

Meals: Nourishing meals with socializing in senior centers anddelivered to eligible homebound seniors.

Medicare & other benefits assistance: Trained benefits counselors assist Texans over 65 or disbaled understand, shop plans and apply for assistance programs for Medicare. Help with Medicaid, health insurance and legal assistance also available.

In-Home Services: Helping homebound seniors maintain independence with respite care,home modifications & accessibility,housekeeping, visitation & telephone reassurance.

Caregiver Support Services: Helping family caregivers through a care system of respite care, support groups, andeducation. Targeteing those with greatest economic needs, living in rural areas and caring for those with moderate impairments.

Transportation: Providing medical, senior center and otheressential transportation to older Texans.

Nursing Home Advocates: Trained ombudsmen (advocates)visit nursing homes and assisted living facilities to ensure thequality of care and quality of life of residents. They inform residents of their rights and investigate and resolve complaints.

Information & Referrals: Linking older Texans and disabled tocommunity resources.


SRG LISTINGS Senior Centers

ALVIN Alvin Senior Center 309 W. Sealy (281) 585-4677 n

BACLIFF Bacliff Community Center 4503 11th Street (281) 316-8822 n H

BAYTOWN Baytown Senior Citizens Center 4102 Main Street (281) 420-5735

JD Walker Community Centers 7613 Wade Road (281) 426-3551 n

BELLAIRE Senior Citizens of Bellaire 7008 S. Rice Avenue (713) 662-8290

BRIDGE CITY Bridge City Senior Center 675 West Roundbunch (409) 735-7773

CHANNELVIEW Precinct 2 Community Center 16003 Lorenzo Street (281) 457-1810 n H

CLEAR LAKE Clear Lake City Community Association 16511 Diana Lane (281) 488-0360

CONROE Friendship Recreation Center 1202 Callahan Avenue (936) 756-5828 n s

DEER PARK EM Maxwell Adult Center 1201 Center Street (281) 478-7276 n H

DICKINSON Dickinson Senior Center 2714 Hwy. 3 (281) 309-5011 n

FRIENDSWOOD Friendswood Senior Center 416 Morningside (281) 482-8441 n

GALVESTON Galveston County Senior Citizens Program 2201 Avenue L. (409) 770-6263 n

GROVES Groves Senior Citizens 5649 W. Washington (409) 963-1036 n

HOUSTON Acres Home Multi-Service Center 6719 W. Montgomery Road (713) 694-4165 n

Bay Area Senior Center 1300 Bay Area Boulevard (281) 282-6073 n

Beall Village 4463 N. McGregor (713) 747-6684 n

Corporate Senior Center 9630 Clarewood Drive (713) 777-5123 n

Denver Harbor Senior Center 6402 Market (713) 672-6395 n H


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SRG LISTINGS Senior Centers

HOUSTON – Continued Deussen Senior Center 12303 Sonnier Street (281) 454-4108 s

Doss Community Center 2500 Frick Road (281) 448-8808

Golden Age Hobby House 2805 Winbern (713) 526-2641

Finnigan Center 4900 Providence Street (713) 678-7385 n H

Hardy Senior Center 11901 W. Hardy (281) 260-6772

Hertitage Hall Senior Citizens Center 1025 Oates Road (713) 675-4487 n H

Hobbe House Senior Program 2805 Windbern Street (713) 526-2641 n H

Independence Heights Community Center 603 E. 35th Street (713) 867-0373

Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston 3217 Montrose Boulevard (713) 533-4900 n

James Driver Community Center 10918 1/2 Bently (281) 442-7950 s

Jewish Community Center 5601 South Braeswood Boulevard (713) 729-3200 n

Julia Hester House 2020 Solo (713) 672-6436 n H

JW Peavy Senior Center 3814 Market (713) 238-2237 n

Leon Grayson Community Center 13828 Corpus Christi (713) 455-3660 n H

Lincoln Senior Center 979 Grenshaw Street (281) 445-1617

Magnolia Senior Center 7037 Capitol (713) 928-9590 n H

May Community Center 2100 Wolf Road (281) 324-3373

Harbach-Ripley Neighborhood Center 6225 Northdale Street (713) 641-6321 n H

Neighborhood Inc.West End Senior Center 170 Heights Boulevard (713) 803-1067 n

North Central Senior Program 9718 Clark Road (713) 695-3167 n

Pilgram Community Center 3118 Blodgett Street (713) 524-0709 n

Riley Chambers Community Center 808 1/2 Magnolia (281) 328-4713 n H

Ripley House Senior Center 4410 Navigation (713) 315-6400

Sunnyside Multi-purpose Center 4605 Wilmington Street Ste. 138 (713) 732-5030 n

Wesley Community Center 1410 Lee (713) 223-8131 n

HUmBLE Humble Area Activity Center 1401 S. Houston Avenue (281) 540-7442



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KATY Woodlands Park Recreation Center 443 Danover (281) 391-4414 n

LA mARQUE Johnson Community Center 4102 FM 519 (409) 938-0391 n

LA PORTE Senior Service Center 1322 S. Broadway (281) 470-9897 n H

LIBERTY Senior Activity Center 2000 Panther Lane (936) 336-7265 n

LUmBERTON Lumberton Nutrition Center 140 E. Chance Road (409) 755-2230 n H

mAGNOLIA Magnolia Community Building/Friendship Ctr 31355 Friendship Drive (281) 259-6665 n s H (3 days per week)

mONTGOmERY Friendship Center 2500 Lone Star Parkway (936) 597-6532 n s

NEDERLAND Mid County Senior Center 914 Boston Avenue (409) 727-5230 n

NEEDVILLE Needville Senior Citizens 9018 Church Street (979) 793-6000 n

NEW CANEY Friendship Center A.V. Sallas County Park 21679 McClesky Road (281) 354-1223 n H

PASADENA Harris County Community Center 7340 Spencer Highway (281) 479-4232

Madison Jobe Senior Center 1700 E. Thomas Street (713) 477-0175

The Salvation Army 2732 Cherrybrook Lane (713) 378-0020 n H

PORT ARTHUR Port Arthur Senior Citizens Center 1308 9th Avenue (409) 983-8108 n H

SEABROOK Bay Area Community Centers 5002 East Nasa Parkway (281) 326-2955

SILSBEE Dauphin Senior Center 1104 N. 5th Street (409) 385-3253 n

SUGAR LAND Sugar Land Senior Center 200 Matlage Way (281) 275-2893

THE WOODLANDS The Friendship Center 2235 Lake Robbins Drive (281) 292-6353 n s

W. COLUmBIA Columbia Christian Senior Citizen Ctr. 629 E. Bernard Street (979) 345-5955 n H

WILLIS The Friendship Center N. Montgomery Cnty. Community Ctr. 600 Gerald Street (936) 856-3200 n s H (3 days per week)

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DISABLED PARKING PERMITS – To obtain a parking permit:• Harris County 713-368-2153• Montgomery County 936-539-7896 • Walker County 936-436-4950• Q&A on Disabled Parking Permits and Permit Applications for download www.dot.state.tx.us(select.SERVICES,.then.select.VEHICLE.REGISTRATION)

DRIVING CLASSES• Memorial Hermann 713-222-2273• AARP Online Driving Course – designed.as.a.refresher.course.where.you.can.learn.the.effects.of.aging.and.driving.and.how.to.adjust.your.driving .www.aarp.org• AARP 55 Alive Safe Driving Classes 888-227-7669www.aarp.org/driveCall.the.hotline.or.access.the.website.for.the.dates.and.locations.of.the.classes.in.your.area .

AAA FOUNDATION FOR TRAFFIC SAFETYwww.aaafoundation.org • www.SeniorDrivers.orgSafety.and.concentration.tips;.Information.for.caregivers.on.“Giving.Up.Keys”

DRIVERS LICENSINGConroe2.Hilbig.Street,.Conroe,.TX.77301 936-442-2810Houston4545.Dacoma,.Houston,.TX.77092-8613. 713-683-0541 10503.Grant.Road,..Houston,.TX.77070-4407 281-890-5440Houston Vantage Parkway East 15403.Vantage.Pkwy.E.Ste.300,.Houston,.TX.77032 281-449-2685

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Houston Tidwell 8825.Tidwell,.Houston,.TX.77078-3300. 713-633-9872Humble 7710.Will.Clayton.Parkway,.Humble,.TX.77338-5801. 281-446-3391Huntsville501.IH45.Rt.10,.Huntsville.77320 936-295-1578License Renewal and Identification CardsTexas Department of Public Safety 281-517-1200 713-683-0541 www.txdps.state.tx.us

DRIVING INFORMATION AND RESOURCESAuto Safety Hotline 888-327-4236 www.nhtsa.dot.gov This.Hotline.takes.complaints.and.provides.callers.with.information.on.automobile.safety.recalls,.crash.test.results,.fuel.economy.ratings,.and.other.consumer.information.related.to.operating.and.maintaining.a.vehicle .

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

Declining Driving Skills – How to Limit or Stop Unsafe DriversAARP 888-227-7669 www.aarp.org/drive DriveWell Program An.educational.seminar.developed.by.American.Society.on.Aging.and.the.Safety.Administration.to.promote.older.driver.safety.and.mobility.in.the.local.community .. 713-858-0552

EMERGENCY MOTORIST ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Motorist Assistance Program (MAP) Free.assistance.to.motorists.stranded.on.major.freeways.inside.Houston.city.limits.due.to.overheating,.flat.tires,.or.dry.gas.tanks . 713-225-5627

Patron Emergency Assistance Team (PEAT) Free.assistance.to.motorists.stranded.due.to.overheating/flat.tires/dry.gas.tanks.on.the.Houston.area.toll.ways . 713-222-7328

Safe Clear Program Dispatches.a.registered.wrecker.to.assist.stranded.motorists.on.major.freeways.within.Houston.city.limits;.changing.flat.tire.or.towing.to.nearest.gas.station.within.five.miles.is.free . 713-884-3131Air Check Texas.Repair.and.Replacement.Assistance.Program.provides.financial.assistance.for.low-income.vehicle.owners.whose.vehicles.have.failed.the.emission.test . Houston/Galveston Area Council 832-681-2527 www.hgac.com/HGAC/Programs


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Angel Flight South Central has been providing free air transportation for

more than twenty years for people in need of medical treatment not

available to them locally.

Our pilots have taken to the skies more than 30,000 times on behalf of people in need and have contributed more than $30 million of their own dollars through

the operating costs of their aircraft.

Our vision is that no one in our service area is denied medical treatment simply

because of distance.

To volunteer, donate or for more information, please visit us at angelflightsc.org


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SRG LISTINGS Information You Can UseANImAL RESCUE/PET ADOPTION Abandoned Animal Rescue – Tomball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 290-0121 http://aarescue.comAmerican Brittany Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) BRIT911 www.americanbrittanyrescue.comHouston Area Dog and Cat Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(936) 441-5503 www.petfinder.comHumane Society of Montgomery County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-3914 http://hsmc-conroe.petfinder.org South Texas Animal Adoption Resource . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 392-0927 www.staarnet.org Special Pals (Pet Adoption) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 579-PETS www.specialpalsshelter.org

CASE mANAGEmENT – NONPROFIT/GOVERNmENT AGENCIESCase managers assist senior adults. After an assessment is done, the areas of concern are fully identified. The case manager then helps arrange for services and finds resources.Alzheimer’s Association, Southeast Texas Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 314-1343Asia American Family Services (mental health) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 339-3688Catholic Charities of Diocese of Galveston-Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 526-4611 www.catholiccharities.orgFamily Services of Greater Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 861-4849Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels and Much Much More . . . . . . . (281) 633-2162 (Includes Waller County)Fort Bend Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 342-7300Gulf Coast Community Services Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 393-4700Harris County Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 794-9001Houston/Galveston Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 627-3200Harris County Social Services Senior Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-7900Interfaith of the Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 367-1230Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 533-4900Jewish Family Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 667-9336Lighthouse of Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 527-9561 (for the blind and visually impaired)Montrose Counseling Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 529-0037 Gay & Lesbian – limited grant funding availableThe Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828 www.tfc-seniorservices.org

DENTAL SERVICESLow-Cost or Sliding-Scale Dental CareBering Dental Clinic (HIV positive only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 524-7933Dental Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 529-3260El Centro — Eastwood Clinic (per capita income: $9,634) . . . . . . . . . (713) 926-6229Good Neighbor Health Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 529-3260

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Fort Bend Seniors is committed to helping seniors remain independent by enhancing their quality of life through services and resources.

WHAT WE DO & OFFERMeals on Wheels

Congregate Center Services/ActivitiesEmergency Shelf Stable Meals

Fort Bend County Public TransportationHealth & Wellness

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DENTAL SERVICES – ContinuedGreater Houston Dental Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 961-4337 Refers seniors to dentists who offer patients 65+ discounted services.Harris County Hospital District Dental Appointment Center . . . . . . . (713) 526-4243 (Gold Card only)Harris County Hospital District Dental Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 757-0572 (Current clients)Lyndon B. Johnson Oral Surgery Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 566-5080Pasadena Community Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 554-0510San Jose Clinic (must be screened for eligibility) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 228-9411Second Mile (Fort Bend County) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 261-9199 Free dental care, including dentures, by appointment (must qualify)UT Dental Branch Emergency Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 500-4446 Arrive by 7:15 a.m.; closed Thurs., $60 cashUT Dental Branch Medically Complex Patient Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 500-4296 Clients who are handicapped, geriatric, or chronically illUT Dental School Patient Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 500-4000 www.db.uth.tmc.edu • discounted services – 1/3 cost

DISABILITIESInformation and Referral for Those with DisabilitiesAdvocacy, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 974-7691 Provides advocacy and legal services for the disabled . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 880-0821Brazoria County Center for Independent Living V/TTY . . . . . . . . . . (979) 849-7060Fort Bend County Center for Independent Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 980-2219Harris County Area Agency on Aging – Benefits Counselors (713) 794-9001 (800) 213-8471Harris County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-7900 Provides services for the disabled including employment, case management, transportation, financial assistance, and referral assistance.Houston Center for Independent Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 974-4621 TTY (713) 974-2703Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities Citizens’ Assistance Office . . (713) 837-9061Pedestrian Accessibility Review (PAR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 837-9061 Provides sidewalks, curb cuts, and traffic signal installation for disabled persons without a safe path of travel.The Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (619) 222-8735 www.blvd.com Online resource directory of products and services for the physically challengedDisability-Adapted Vehicle Modification ResourcesDisabled Parking Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 368-2153 www.dot.state.tx.us Permanent disabled person placards are valid for four years and temporarily disabled person placards are valid for no more than six months. Applications may be obtained from the Internet.Freedom Wheels, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 864-1460Great American Scooter Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (832) 445-0956

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The fashionable & functional patient gown— look as good as you want to feel!

We realize how important self-esteem and individuality are to sassy seniors. When put in a medical environment or nursing home it can strip

you of those things. There aren’t many variables that can be changed when in that situation, but you CAN choose to wear your own gown. We have created seven styles in a slew of gorgeous prints for every possible medical use. Whether you are having an operation, going in for a check-

up, or at home care— we have you covered…literally!

WWW.CURE-COUTURE.COM

[email protected]

Phone: 832-242-CURE (2873) Fax: 832-550-CURE (2873)

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SRG LISTINGS Information You Can UseDISABILITIES – ContinuedHandicaps Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 782-4335National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 833-0427Housing for the DisabledMayor’s Office for People with Disabilities Citizens’ Assistance Office . . (713) 837-9061National Accessible Apartment Clearinghouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 421-1221 Can provide a list of member apartment complexes www.accessibleapartments.orgNational Apartment Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 518-6141 Serves the rental housing needs of the public • www.naahq.org/naacThe Salvation Army William Booth Garden Apartments . . . . . . . . . . (713) 692-4186 For elderly, disabled and handicapped persons. Residents live independently, but benefit from lower rents. MUST be 62 or older. www.SalvationArmyHouston.orgU.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 718-3199 www.hud.gov/apps/section8 List of subsidized apartments in greater Houston areaIn-Home Services, Medication, Medical Equipment, and SuppliesProject Mend, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 903-6363 Provides durable medical equipment such as wheelchairs, crutches, hospital beds, and bedside commodes. Eligible individuals may then borrow this equipment for as long as necessary at no charge. • www.projectmend.orgTexas DADS In-Home and Family Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-8053 Assistance with the cost of medication, medical supplies, durable medical equipment, home modifications, METROLift tickets for doctor’s visits, and attendant

DONATIONSBloodBlood Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 790-1200Computers and EquipmentTechs & Trainers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 839-7177 www.techsandtrainers.org • refurbish computers for seniors/disabledEyeglassesThe Lions Eye Bank of Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 798-5545FoodCommunity Family Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 923-2316Houston Food Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 223-3700Montgomery County Emergency Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 539-9211Target Hunger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 226-4953Hearing AidsHear Now . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 648-4327Hear-Say . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 665-8987 Office hours are by appointment onlyMedical EquipmentProject Mend, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 903-6363 www.projectmend.org • Accepts and reconditions donations of medical equipment

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Organ/Tissue/BrainLifegift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 523-4438

(800) 633-6562Living Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 961-9431 Organ donor registry (800) 528-2971Resale Shops—Clothing, Furniture, Household ItemsBear Creek Thrift Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 855-0014 www.impactforlifecampus.orgCharity Guild Resale Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 529-0995Ft Bend Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 633-2162Goodwill Industries of Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 692-6221Habitat for Humanity’s Restores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 643-1100 Building supplies, appliancesHouston Junior Forum Resale Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 868-6970Locks of Love – creates wigs from donated hair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 896-1588Memorial Assistance Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 468-4516 www.maministries.orgNorthwest Assistance Ministries — Second Chance Resale Store . . (281) 880-9000Penny Wise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 342-5004Second Blessing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 780-2727 www.whamministries.orgSecond Mile (Fort Bend County) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 261-9199St. Vincent De Paul Society (to arrange for donations) . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 664-6350The Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828

ELDER ABUSEIf you suspect Elder Abuse, contact your local County Attorney’s Office.Texas Adult Protection Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 252-5400Report Elder Abuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_ProtectionRCC (Resource Crisis Center) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (409) 763-1441Financial Exploitation - To receive help because of financial abuseFamily and Protective Services Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 252-5400 www.txabusehotline.orgTexas Attorney General – Consumer Protection Division . . . . . . . . . (713) 223-5886 At times, consumer advocates can help seniors (800) 621-0508 resolve local, financial exploitation problems • www.oag.state.tx.us11 News Defenders: (fax only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 284-1093 e-mail: [email protected] Home AbuseAbuse.com – nursing home reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.abuse.comLong-Term Care Ombudsman Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 500-9931

(800) 296-2606Texas Advocates for Nursing Home Residents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (512) 719-4757 www.tanhr.orgTexas DADS—Consumer Rights and Services Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 252-8016The Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828

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SRG LISTINGS Information You Can UseEmERGENCY ASSISTANCE Emergency & Disaster ServicesAmerican Red Cross Disaster Service – Houston Chapter . . . . . . . . . (713) 526-8300 Conroe Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-2212 www.redcross.org/services/disasterBaytown Resource/Assistance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 424-5752Catholic Charities — Guadalupe Center, City of Houston . . . . . . . . . . (713) 227-9981City of Houston Customer Response Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 6:00 a. m. – midnightEast Harris County Salvation Army . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 378-0020 Limited basic emergency services including emergency food, clothing, one-time basic emergency assistance for non-narcotic medications, rent and utility assistance.Emergency Aid Coalition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 528-3663 Clothing, food, and rent assistance • www.eachouston.orgFirst Baptist Church Benevolent Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 957-5863Ft. Bend Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 342-7300Gulf Coast Community Services Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 393-4700 Provides emergency food, clothing, prescription vouchers, emergency rental assistance. www.gccsa.orgHarris County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-7900 www.ss.hctx.netInterfaith of the Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 367-1230 www.woodlandsinterfaith.orgMatthew 25 at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 747-7101 Inside 610 Loop onlyMontgomery County Emergency Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 539-9211 www.mcea-tx.orgSalvation Army – Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 752-0677Salvation Army – Alvin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 585-4516 Limited basic emergency services including one-time prescription assistance for non-narcotic medication under $50. Rent and utility assistance.South Houston Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 947-7700St. Vincent De Paul Society (most zip codes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 741-8234Texas Department of Transportation Highway Department . . . . . . . (713) 802-5000Texas/United Way Helpline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1-1Wesley Community Center (City of Houston) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 223-8131 www.wesleyhousehouston.orgEmergency Financial Assistance Baytown Resource/Assistance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 424-5752 www.baytown.orgCatholic Charities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 526-4611Houston First Baptist Church Benevolent Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 957-5863 Appointments: Mon–Thurs, 8–11AMFt. Bend Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 342-7300Interfaith of the Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 367-1230

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Matthew 25 at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 747-7101Montgomery County Emergency Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 539-9211Salvation Army (Harris County) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 752-0686St. Vincent De Paul Society (most zip codes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 741-8234Wesley Community Center (City of Houston) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 223-8131

HEARING/DEAF SERVICESAdaptive Aids and Programs for the Deaf and Hard of HearingAlley Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 228-8421Career and Recovery Resources, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 754-7000 TTY (713) 754-7047Communication Axess Ability Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 807-1176Hearing Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 855-8916 V/TTY (281) 855-8917Houston Grand Opera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 546-0200 Request the Infrared Listening SystemHouston Public Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (832) 393-1313 www.hpl.lib.tx.us TDD (832) 393-1539 The Access Center offers full library services to the hearing-impaired. Through the use of adaptive technology, patrons access the library’s catalogue, databases, and the Internet. The eBook Center allows customers to download electronic books, including bestsellers and research information. You must apply for a Power Card to access this service.International Hearing Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 521-5247Nightingale Adult Day Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 981-1543Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (512) 407-3250 TTY (512) 407-3251“Open-Captioned” Video Lending Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 237-6213 www.cfv.org TTY (800) 237-6819 The National Association of the Deaf Captioned Media Program has a free video lending program for registered Level 2 members (“open-captioned” video delivered to your home).Sign Shares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 869-4373 www.signshares.com Specialized Telecommunications “STAP” Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . V/TTY (713) 807-1176 Eligible Texans may receive a voucher that can be exchanged for specialized telephone equipment at no chargeTexas Hearing and Service Dogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (877) 839-3647Wortham Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 237-1439Free, Low-cost, or Sliding Scale Hearing Exams and Hearing AidsDepartment of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 948-7960 (Division for Blind Services) www.dars.state.tx.us/dbs/index.shtmlHarris County Hospital District Appointment Desk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 526-4243Hear Now . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 648-4327Hear-Say . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 665-8987University of Houston Speech and Hearing Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 743-2898Medicaid Hearing Exams (Texas HHSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 252-8263

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SRG LISTINGS Information You Can UseHEARING/DEAF SERVICES – ContinuedOrganizationsBetter Hearing Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 327-9355 Provides free info on hearing professionals, hearing aids, and assistive technologyHearing Aid Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 521-5247 International Hearing SocietyHearing Loss Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.hearingloss.orgHouston Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Senior Citizen Program. . . . . . . (713) 981-1543Relay Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 735-2989 www.puc.state.tx.us/relay/relay/calltypes.cfm or 711 Telephone-interpreting service for hearing or speech impairedTalking Book Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 252-9605 www.texastalkingbooks.orgTexas Hearing & Service Dogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (877) 839-3647 www.servicedogs.org • Provides dogs for physically disabled or deafSpecialized References for the Hard-of-HearingAmerican Academy of Audiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.audiology.orgAmerican Speech-Language-Hearing Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.asha.orgAssociation of Late-Deafened Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.alda.orgBetter Hearing Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 327-9355 Booklets on hearing loss issues • www.betterhearing.orgInternal Revenue Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TTY (800) 829-4059 International Hearing Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 521-5247Technology for the deaf and hard-of-hearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 726-0851 www.adcohearing.comSupport GroupsHouston Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Senior Citizen Program. . . . . . . (713) 981-1543

HOmE REPAIRS - LOW INCOmEOrganizations: General AssistanceBrazoria County Community Action Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 849-2928City of Houston Emergency Repair Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 868-8400Eldercare Locator (Magnolia) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 677-1116Faith in Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 692-8730Fort Bend Corps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 617-7416 www.fbcorps.orgHarris County Community Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 578-2000 Septic systems/water wellsHarris County Public Health Lead Paint Control Program . . . . . . . . . (713) 439-6369 Housing Resource Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 578-2055 www.hrc.hctx.net Houston Galveston Area Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 627-3200Humble Area Assistance Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 446-3663 [email protected] ext. 240Interfaith Care Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 682-5995

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Interfaith Senior Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 367-1230Program for Human Services Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (409) 886-0125Rebuilding Together – Houston Volunteer Home Repair Program (exterior only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 659-2511Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers (Southwest only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 772-8181West University Senior Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 662-5895 (W. University residents only)RoofsCity of Houston Emergency Repair Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 868-8400Fort Bend Corps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 617-7416 www.fbcorps.orgSafety Modifications for Independent Living Simple modification to your bathroom, kitchen, or other home areas, such as grab bars, handrails, wheelchair ramps, fire extinguishers and smoke alarms can reduce home accidents.Gulf Coast Community Services Safety and Security Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 393-4700 Inspects homes for safety and security hazards, installs wheelchair ramps, carbon monoxide detectors, smoke alarms and fire extinguishers. Replaces entry doors and broken windows.Fort Bend Corps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 617-7416 www.fbcorps.orgIn-Home and Family Support Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-8053WeatherizationBrazos Valley Community Action Agency (BVCAA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 846-1100Sheltering Arms Weatherization Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 956-1888 Energy efficiency measures include caulking, weather stripping, insulation and assessment of appliances.

HOUSING ASSISTANCEAid to Families (Harris County only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 522-0667 Financial Assistance with Mortgage or Rent PaymentCommunity Development Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 864-1710 Low Income HousingAssociated Catholic Charities – Galveston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (409) 762-2062 www.catholiccharities.org • Rent AssistanceBaytown Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 427-6686 Section 8 Voucher ProgramBrazoria County Community Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 849-2928 Low Income HousingBrazoria County Housing Agency and Welfare Department . . . . . . (281) 756-1427 Low-income housing placement, rental assistance and help with utility bills for Brazoria county residents. Brazoria County Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 864-1427 Low Income HousingFort Bend Social Services (Fort Bend only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 342-7300 Financial Assistance with Mortgage or Rent PaymentFt. Bend Coalition for Independent Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 980-2219 www.coalitionforbarrierfreeliving.com Info & referral, peer support, care coordination, advocacy, and training

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SRG LISTINGS Information You Can UseHOUSING ASSISTANCE – Continued Ft. Bend County Community Development Block Grants . . . . . . . . . (281) 341-4410 Deferred loans for housing rehab/repairGalveston Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 765-1900 Section 8 Voucher ProgramGulf Coast Community Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 393-4700 Foreclosure counseling; Financial Assistance with Mortgage or Rent PaymentHarris County Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 578-2100 Section 8 Voucher ProgramHarris County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-7900 Financial Assistance with Mortgage or Rent PaymentHousing Authority of City of Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 260-0600 Section 8 Voucher Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 260-0800 HUD Housing Counseling and Information and Referral Service (HUD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 569-4287La Marque Aid and Guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (409) 938-7852 Rent AssistanceMontgomery County Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 539-4984 Section 8 Voucher ProgramPasadena Public Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 475-5544Salvation Army Social Services (Harris County only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 752-0686 Financial Assistance with Mortgage or Rent PaymentSalvation Army Evangeline Booth Gardens Apartments . . . . . . . . . . (713) 920-1844 Preserve and enhance the dignity and independence of the elderly, to provide them with safe, affordable housing, and to enrich their overall quality of life.Texas City/La Marque Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 945-4011 Section 8 Voucher ProgramU.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 718-3169 www.hud.gov/apps/section8 (HUD)Windsor Village Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 551-8792

LEGAL ASSISTANCEAdvanced Directives for Health Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 880-1300 ext 1341Advocacy, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 974-7691 No charge for the disabled (800) 880-0821AIDS Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 228-0735 ext. 121 HIV positive onlyConsejos Legales (Houston Bar Association) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 759-1133Family Law Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 777-3247 Domestic abuse, family law onlyFort Bend Lawyers Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 239-0015 Wills for Low-Income SeniorsHarris County Area Agency on Aging Benefits Counselors . . . . . . . . (713) 794-9001 Counselors provide advice on benefits; for other (800) 213-8471 legal matters, may be referred to a legal service provider.Houston Bar Association Elder Law Committee/Volunteer Lawyers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 759-1133 Wills for Low-Income Seniors

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Houston Volunteer Lawyers Legal Advice Clinics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 228-0732 Monthly; low-income; Harris Co. only free, bilingual; 8:30 a.m. 4:30, Harris County residents, low-incomeLegal Hotline for Texans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 622-2520 www.tlsc.org/hotline.htmlLegalLine – Houston Bar Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 759-1133Lone Star Legal Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 652-0077 Harris, Montgomery Co.; 9 a.m. – noon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 733-8394NAACP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (877) NAACP-98National Senior Citizens Law Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (202) 289-6976 www.nsclc.orgSoutheast Texas Legal Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 523-7852 Low-income, HIV onlyTexas Legal Services Center and Pro Bono Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (212) 760-2554 www.TexasLawHelp.orgUniversity of Houston Clinical Legal Aid Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 743-2094

mEAL ASSISTANCEFood PantriesTo find the nearest Food Pantry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Statewide search for food assistanceAlvin Food Pantry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 824-8871Alvin Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 585-6633Bear Creek Assistance Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 855-0014Brazosport Cares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 239-1225East Ft. Bend Human Needs Ministry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 261-1006Fair Haven United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 468-3276Helping Hands – Ft Bend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 232-4904Houston Food Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 223-3700Love Feast Food Pantry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 633-3714Montgomery County Food Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 539-6686 www.montgomerycountyfoodbank.comSt. Thomas Social Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 849-9458Meals on Wheels/Vouchers/Meal ProgramsActionS, Inc. of Brazoria County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 849-6132Bay Area Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 326-3336 Baytown Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 427-2145Bear Creek Ministries Senior Baskets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 855-0014Chambers County Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (409) 267-3559 ext. 3527City of La Porte Senior Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 470-9897City of South Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 947-7700City Wide Club Food Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 752-2582 Provides vouchers onlyColorado County Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 732-5606Community Family Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 923-2316DSHS Food Stamp Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 767-2000

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SRG LISTINGS Information You Can UsemEAL ASSISTANCE – ContinuedEdgewater Meals on Wheels (City of Galveston) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (409) 763-6437Emergency Aid Coalition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 528-3663 Sack lunch provided – Mon–Fri: 11–1, Sun: 12:15–1pm End Hunger Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 532-3663Friendship Center/Montgomery Co Meals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828Friendswood Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 482-5070Ft. Bend County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 342-7300 Mon–Fri, 8am–5pmFt. Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels and Much Much More . . . . . . . . (281) 633-2162 www.fortbendseniors.org • Ft. Bend and Waller CountiesGalveston County “Senior Lunch Program” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 770-6251 www.galvestonparks-seniors.orgGano Baptist Mission Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 227-0304Grayson Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 455-3660Gulf Coast Community Services Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 393-4700Harris County Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 794-9001Hester House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 672-2573Interfaith Caring Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 332-3881Interfaith Ministries (dining in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 533-4927 Interfaith Ministries – Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 533-4978Interfaith Ministries Food for Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 533-4929Interfaith of The Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 367-1230J D Walker Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 426-3551Jacinto City – Heritage Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 675-4487Jewish Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 729-3200John L. Wood Food Pantry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 272-0001Joy Fellowship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 921-0197Lighthouse Christian Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 339-3033Maxwell Adult Center Deer Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 478-7277Meals on Wheels Food for Pets Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 533-4922Missions Training Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 554-8801Montgomery County Emergency Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 539-9211N. Channel Assistance Min. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 453-8028N.A.M. Food for Seniors Appointment Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 583-5600Pearland Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 485-5081Ramsey/Flukinger Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 457-1810Riley Chambers/Barrett Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 328-4713Salvation Army – Pasadena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 378-0020Senior Health Network (Interfaith Ministries) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 533-4900 www.imgh.orgSimplified Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 248-1078 Simplified version of the Food Stamp Program for Texas residents ages 65+

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mEAL ASSISTANCE – Continued Society of St. Vincent De Paul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 741-8234South Union Church of Christ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 747-5440St. Bernadette Christian Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 486-0337St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 946-0098St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church – Nassau Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 333-2509Target Hunger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 226-4953The Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828West Columbia Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 345-5955Wharton County Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 532-6430YWCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 868-9922

mEDICATIONS & mEDICAL RESOURCESCommunity Programs That Assist With MedicationsCommunity Medicaid/STAR+PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 772-1213Harris County Hospital District — Gold Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 566-6509HCHD Quentin Mease Geriatric Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 873-3700In-Home and Family Support Program — Texas DADS . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-8053MHMHRA of Harris County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 970-7000Emergency Medication AssistanceFort Bend County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 342-7300Free Medicine Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (573) 996-3333 www.freemedicinefoundation.com • apply for free prescription medications. Gulf Coast Community Services Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 393-4700Harris County Social Services Prescription Medicine Aid Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-7900 Assists low-income Harris County seniors (60+) and the disabled.Montgomery County Emergency Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 539-9211Flu ShotsHarris County Public Health and Environmental Services . . . . . . . . . (713) 439-6000 www.harriscountyhealth.comHCHD Health Dept . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 566-6856Kroger Pharmacies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 221-4141 www.kroger.com • See their ad in this publication for a pharmacy locationTroubleshooters Mobile Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 873-8687Medical Assistance(AARP) Pharmacy Services Benefits Check Up RX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 456-2277 www.benefitscheckup.org Access public and private programs for prescription drug savings.Brazoria County Indigent Healthcare Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 756-1884 Medical and prescription assistance for qualifying persons.Brazosport Memorial Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 285-1430 Prescription Assistance, Mon–Wed-Fri, 9AM–1PMHarris County Hospital Gold Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 566-6509 Financial AssistancePardee Cancer Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 233-1426 Assistance with Cancer Medications

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SRG LISTINGS Information You Can UsemEDICATIONS & mEDICAL RESOURCES – Continued Pharmacy Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 435-3377 Manufacturer sponsored prescription drug assistance programs.Planned Parenthood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 712-5000 www.plannedparenthood.org Discounted/free mammogramsSecond Mile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 261-9199 $25 fee to see a doctor. Open to the public: M,W,TH. Call for appointments.UTMB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (409) 772-1011 Medical Services and SupportMedication Delivery ServiceCiticouriers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 521-4488Medication Management ProgramHarris County Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 794-9001 Eligible seniors living in Harris County can receive visits (800) 213-8417 in their homes to have their medications reviewed and also receive a fire/waterproof locked box in which to store their medications information.Medication Side EffectsFDA CDER Drug Information Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 463-6332 www.fda.gov/cderInternet Drug Index Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.rxlist.comPharmaceutical Companies With Patient Assistance ProgramsAbbott Pharmaceuticals, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 363-1024Alcon Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 222-8103 www.alconlabs.comAllergan Prescription Pharmaceuticals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 553-6783Amgen, Inc (Safety Net Program) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 272-9376Aventis Patient Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 632-8607Axcan Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 292-2679Baxter Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 548-4448Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 842-2937Biogen IDEC (MS Active Source & Krohn’s Disease services) . . . . . . . . . (800) 456-2255Biogen IDEC (Zevalin Results) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 386-9997Biovail Patient Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 268-7325Boehringer Ingelheim Cares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 556-8317Bristol-Myers Squibb Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 736-0003 www.bmspaf.orgCentocor, Inc (Remicade Assist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 489-5957Daiichi Sankyo Pharma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 268-7327Dermik Laboratories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 268-7326Dura-Med Pharmaceuticals (Cenestin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 425-3122Eisai, Incand Pfizer, Inc (Aricept Assistance Program) . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 226-2072Forest Pharmaceuticals, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 851-0758Galderma Laboratories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 730-5074Genentech, Inc — Access to Care Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 530-3083

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Glaxo/SmithKline Bridges to Access Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 728-4368Glaxo/SmithKline Commitment to Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 265-6491Graceway Pharmaceuticals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 328-0255HUMIRA Medicare Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 448-6472Ligand Pharmaceuticals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 654-4263Merck Patient Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 727-5400 www.merck.comMerck/Schering Plough Patient Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 347-7503National Organization for Rare Disorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 999-6673 www.rarediseases.orgNovartis Patient Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 277-2254 www.pharma.us.novartis.comPfizer, Inc (Connection to Care) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 707-8990Pharmion Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(866) 742-7646Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 830-9049Purdue Pharma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 726-7535 www.purduepharma.comRapAssist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 472-7268Roche Laboratories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 285-4484 Patient Assistance Program • www.rocheusa.comSchering-Plough Corp (Commitment to Care Program) . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 521-7157Serono Laboratories, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 447-3243Solvay Pharmaceuticals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 256-8918Takeda Pharmaceutical North America, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 830-9159 www.tpna.comUpsher-Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 654-2299Venofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 282-7712Vistakon Patient . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 815-6874Watson Pharmaceutical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 964-4766Wyeth Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 568-9938Web Sites for Medication Information or ServicesiPing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.iping.com A wakeup & medications reminder serviceNeedy Meds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.needymeds.comPartnership for Prescription Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 477-2669 www.pparx.orgPharmaceutical Medication Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.druginfonet.comPharmaceutical Medication Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.benefitscheckup.orgRx Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.rxassist.orgRx Hope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.rxhope.comRx Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.rxoutreach.com

mEDICAL EQUIPmENT ASSISTANCEBrazoria Lions Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 233-1047 Medical equipment to loan • www.bgcbc.comProject Mend, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 903-6363 www.projectmend.org • low-income eligibility

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SRG LISTINGS Information You Can UseSAFETY PROGRAmSRUOK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 388-4370 Alvin Police DepartmentRUOK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 922-1551 Danbury residents only (979) 848-0219RUOK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 341-4704 Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Department (Fort Bend residents)

SENIOR ADVOCACYNursing Home Ombudsman Advocates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 500-9931University of Texas Health Sciences Center on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 296-2606 www.son.uth.tmc.edu/coa/default.htm • Long-term care ombudsman program

SENIOR FRAUDAttorney General of Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 252-8011 www.oag.state.tx.us/elder/elder.shtml (713) 223-5886 Senior Protection ProgramsBBB Education Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 341-6141

www.bbb.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 868-9500 Silver Sleuths are volunteers over the age of 55 working in conjunction with the Better Business Bureau to combat schemes targeting older adults. Sleuths are trained to monitor and identify fraudulent schemes and scams in their neighborhoods and report them to the Better Business Bureau for review.

Medicare Fraud Hotline (Inspector General) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 447-8477Texas State Securities Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (512) 305-8300

www.ssb.state.tx.us • www.TexasInvestorEd.org (investor education) (888) 663-0009 Provides free and confidential background checks on registered investment advisors and brokers. TSSB is the regulatory and enforcement agency for the investment securities market in Texas. also provides investor education and awareness.

SENIOR REFERRALSThese organizations will assist in helping find services.Actions Inc. of Brazoria County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 849-6132Alliance for Multicultural Community Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 776-4700American Red Cross . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 526-8300American Society on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 537-9728Catholic Charities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 526-4611Chambers County Senior Citizens Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (409) 267-3559Chinese Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 271-6100Coalition for the Homeless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 739-7514Colorado Valley Transit Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 732-6281 Colorado County ColumbusCrime Victim Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 755-5625Crisis Hotline (Spanish) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 526-8088Crisis Intervention of Houston (Hotline) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 468-5463DAYA, Inc (South Asian Community) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 981-7645

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SRG LISTINGS Information You Can UseSENIOR REFERRALS – ContinuedElder Care Locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 677-1116 www.eldercare.govEpilepsy Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 332-1000Federal Information Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 688-9889Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels and Much Much more . . . . . . . (281) 633-2162 Fort Bend and Waller CountyGalveston County Department of Parks and Senior Services . . . . . .(409) 770-6251Galveston County Senior Citizens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 770-6251 Galveston CountyGulf Coast Community Services Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 393-4700Harris County Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 794-9001 (800) 213-8471Helping One Another, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 885-4188 Austin CountyHospice Helpline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 658-8898 www.nhpco.orgHouston Area Women’s Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 528-2121Houston-Galveston Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 627-3200 www.h-gac.comInterfaith Ministries for Greater Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 533-4900Jewish Family Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 667-9336Korean Senior Citizens Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 465-6588Liberty County Project on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 336-7265 Galveston CountyLupus Foundation/Texas Gulf Coast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 529-0126Montgomery Council on Aging — Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828Retired American Persons Senior Citizen Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (409) 643-5877 Texas CitySt. Luke’s Episcopal Health Charities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (832) 355-7701 www.SLEHC.orgUnited Way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 772-8181 Southwest AreaWharton County Jr. College Senior Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 532-6430 Wharton County

STATE & NATIONAL RESOURCESAttorney General of Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 252-8011 www.oag.state.tx.us/elder/elder.shtml • Senior Protection ProgramsAttorney General of Texas – Houston Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 223-5886Food & Drug Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 463-6332 www.fda.gov Reports safety warnings and recalls for products regulated by the FDA. Medicare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 633-4227 www.medicare.gov (800) 442-2620

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SRG LISTINGS Information You Can UseSTATE & NATIONAL RESOURCES – Continued Medicare Fraud Hotline (Inspector General) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 447-8477National Active and Retired Federal Employees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 438-2272 www.narfehouston.orgNational Alliance for Caregiving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (301) 718-8444 www.caregiving.orgNational DO NOT CALL Registry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(888) 382-1222 www.ftc.govNational Institute on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (301) 496-1752 www.nia.nih.govNational Senior Citizens Law Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (202) 289-6976 www.nsclc.orgSocial Security Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 772-1213 www.socialsecurity.govTexas Adult Protection Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 252-5400 www.dfps.state.tx.us/adult_protection • Report Elder AbuseTexas Commission for the Blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 944-9924 www.dars.state.tx.us • Resource for Sight Impaired (800) 628-5115Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 252-9240 www.dads.state.tx.us • Find and compare Texas Living Facilities; file complaintsTexas Health and Human Services Commission Ombudsman Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 834-7406 Provides direct grant benefits to individuals with disabilities to purchase servicesTexas Health and Human Services Commission (DADS, DARS, DFPS, SHS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 500-4266 www.hhsc.state.tx.us • Blind; rehab; disability; hearing servicesTexas Information and Referral Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 www.helpintexas.com Information and referral specialists direct callers to Texas community resources.Texas Poison Center Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 222-1222 www.poisoncontrol.orgThe Work Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 627-3200 www.theworksource.org • Helps individuals find jobs

SUPPORT GROUPS/ORGANIzATIONSAARP – Texas State Office in Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(832) 325-2231 www.aarp.org • Senior Advocacy Group; tax return assistanceAl-Anon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 683-7227Alcoholics Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 686-6300 www.aahouston.orgALS Association (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 942-2572 www.alsa-houston.orgAlzheimer’s Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 266-6400 www.alz.org • Texas Chapter: www.alztex.orgAmerican Cancer Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 266-2877 www.cancer.org

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American Contract Bridge League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (901) 332-5586 www.acbl.orgAmerican Diabetes Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 977-7706 www.diabetes.orgAmerican Lung Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 629-5864 www.texaslung.orgAmerican Geriatrics Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (212) 308-1414 www.americangeriatrics.orgArthritis Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 283-7800 www.arthritis.orgAmerican Heart Association – Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 610-5000 www.americanheart.orgAsian American Family Services (mental health) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 339-3688 www.aafstexas.orgCanCare (individual cancer support) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 461-0028Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 572-2232Depression Bipolar Support Alliance of Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 600-1131 www.dbsahouston.orgDiabetes Support Group Memorial Hermann Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 932-3000Diabetes Support Group OakBend Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 341-2805Epilepsy Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 789-6295 www.efset.orgFibromyalgia Association of Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 664-0180Foster Grandparents Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 344-4257Houston Area Parkinson Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 626-7114 www.hapsonline.orgHouston Aphasia Recovery Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 832-767-5028 www.harctx.orgHoustonHospice Grief/Bereavement Support Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 677-7155InnerWisdom Counseling Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 592-9292Kidney Failure Support/Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 952-5499Lifeline – Support/Social Group for Widows and Widowers . . . . . . .(281) 497-2663 Monthly meeting and regular weekend activitiesL.I.F.T. – Social Support Group for Widows/Widowers – Dignity Memorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 862-9622Lupus Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 529-0126MDA ALS – Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 522-3941Memorial Hermann Stroke Support Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 222-2273 www.memorialhermann.org/locations/katyrehab/Mended Hearts (heart disease support) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (832) 355-4160Mental Health Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 522-5161 www.mhahouston.orgMS Lifeline/MS Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 447-3243 www.mslifelines.comMultiple Sclerosis Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 526-8967 www.nationalmssociety.org (800) 344-4867


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SRG LISTINGS Information You Can UseSUPPORT GROUPS/ORGANIzATIONS – ContinuedNational Alliance for the Mentally Ill – (NAMI) Houston Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 970-4419National Family Caregiver Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 896-3650 www.nfcacares.orgNational Federation for the Blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (410) 659-9314 www.nfb.orgNational Hispanic Council on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 347-9733 www.nhcoa.orgNational Organization for Rare Disorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 999-6673Neuromuscular Diseases (all types) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 522-3941 English and SpanishOsteoporosis Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 223-9994Parkinson’s Support Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 626-7114 www.hapsonline.orgPost-Polio Survivors Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 690-0695Recovery, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 466-3387 emotional coping, self helpSamaritan Bereavement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 589-8936 www.thesamaritanministry.orgSan Jacinto Methodist Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 420-8671 Ostomy Support GroupSan Jacinto Methodist Hospital, Baytown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 420-8811 Grief SupportSickle Cell Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 421-8453Survivors of Suicide – Crisis Intervention Info Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 527-9864The Mended Hearts, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (832) 355-4160 Support Group for Heart Patients and FamiliesThe Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828 www.tfc-seniorservices.orgUnited Cerebral Palsy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 838-9050 www.ucphouston.orgUnited Ostomy Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 493-5015 www.uoahouston.orgWest Houston Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 558-3444

TAX PREPARATION ASSISTANCEAARP Tax-Aide Volunteer Counselors Info Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (888) 227-7669 www.aarp.org/taxaideHouston Asset Building Coalition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 223-1864 Tax preparation for the elderly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 or (713) 957-4357 www.neighborhood-centers.org • During tax season: (Jan.1 - Apr. 15)The Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828 www.tfc-seniorservices.org

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TRANSPORTATIONGeneral TransportationAcute Care EMS, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 272-6842 (800) 649-7149American Red Cross – Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 526-8300 www.houstonredcross.orgAMR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(713) 746-1129 or (877) 244-4890 www.amr.net • Transport Services; Bed-ridden clients with doctor’s ordersBrazos Transit Scheduling Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 272-0039 Curb-to curb service throughout Montgomery County Appts. taken up to 4 pm, previous day & up to 7 days in advance www.btd.orgChristian Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 345-5955 West Columbia residents only; transport services; telephone reassuranceColorado and Wharton Counties – WCJC Senior Program . . . . . . . .(800) 561-9252 Ambulatory only ext. 6430Colorado Valley Transit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 548-1068 Austin, Brazoria, Colorado, Galveston, Waller, and Wharton CountiesConnect Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 266-2320 Transport Services: M–W–F – UTMB in Galveston; T – Th – Medical Center in Houston. Call for fare prices.Fort Bend County Public Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 988-2902Gulf Coast Community. Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 393-4745 Cost: $7.40/income limits: $1,020.84 indiv./ $1,375.00 coupleHCCTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 368-7433 Harris County residents, elderly/disabled, wheelchair accessible, Low fee/vouchers;Medical and General TransportationHERO-Helping Elderly Residents Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 932-3996 Medical and General Transportation, Mon–Wed 9–4, Thur 9–12Interfaith Caring Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (409) 927-8129 Santa Fe and HitchcockInterfaith of the Woodlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 367-1230Loving Kindness, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 358-6393 Humble, Kingwood, Atascosita; ambulatory onlyMedtrans America (Fees apply) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 721-0226Metro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 635-4000 www.ridemetro.org TTY (713) 739-3893 Offers fare discounts on fixed route bus service to seniors, the disabled, and Medicare cardholders. $1.50; over age 70 – freeMETROLift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 225-0119 provides pre-scheduled, shared ride, curb-to-curb (713) 225-6716 transportation by van or sedan for persons with disabilities.METROLift Subsidy Program – MSP – Yellow Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 223-0303 (Subsidized Taxi) is for METROLift patrons who need last-minute transportation by taxicab.Precinct2gether, Inc. Voucher Transportation Program (62+ clients/Harris County Precinct 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 326-6013Montgomery County – Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828 For elderly and disabled ext. 35

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Brazos Bend Guardianship Services assists incapacitated and disabled adults and their families with legal guardianship, money management and related alternatives. Contact Kirk Monroe at 281-207-2320 or visit our website at www.brazosbendguardianship.org for more information.


SRG LISTINGS Information You Can UseTRANSPORTATION – ContinuedSenior Wheels (55+ only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 885-4678Southwest – VICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 772-8181 Ambulatory/SW only; parking and toll fees chargedThe Friendship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 756-5828 www.tfc-seniorservices.orgWest University Seniors Services/Recreational Center . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 662-5895 Seniors and disabled; fee involved, non-residents add 50 centsMedical TransportAcres Homes area – Texas Community Transitional Center . . . . . . (832) 298-9840 Medical transportationAmerican Red Cross . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 526-8300 www.houstonredcross.org • Houston medical transportationAmerican Red Cross–Baytown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 424-1300 Medical transportationCancer Patients – American Cancer Society Road to Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 266-2877Cancer Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (877) 227-1618 Volunteers transport patients to treatment; volunteers neededFort Bend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 342-9480Medical Transportation Harris County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-1985 www.ss.hctx.net (713) 578-2215 Friday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. The service is only for clients who reside outside of the cities of Houston, Baytown, or Pasadena. To be eligible, you must have a low to moderate income and be a resident of Harris County, and either elderly, or disabled, or an ESRD patient.HERO – Helping Elderly Residents Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 932-3996 Medical and General TransportationLeague City and Clear Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 282-6039 Medical TransportationMedicaid Recipients . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (877) 633-8747 Harris, Galveston, Fort Bend, and Brazoria Counties for medical appointments between 6 a.m.-7 p.m., call 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday, to schedule pick-upMedicaid Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (877) 633-8747 Transport ServicesPasadena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 943-7000 Medical TransportationUTMB Cancer Patients . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (409) 945-0820 Transport Services Harris County Commissioners’ Group TransportationEach precinct has its own group policies for transportation use; call Commissioners’ Precinct Senior Adult Programs:Precinct 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 733-3717Precinct 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 452-6071Precinct 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 492-3680Precinct 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 893-3726

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Errand ServicesEAC Faithful Friends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 528-3663 Provides food and clothing to low-income families/individuals in Harris CountyGulf Coast Com. Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 393-4745 Transportation to/from grocery store-nonprofit cost $7.40/income limits: $1,020.84 indiv./$1,375.00 coupleSAFE Program-Catholic Charities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 874-6699 65+ clients, living inside 610 LoopSenior Wheels (NAM) (281) 885-4678Volunteer Interfaith Caregivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 772-8181Long-Distance Medical TransportationAngel Flights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(877) 247-5433 Must be ambulatory; 1000 mile limit; non-emergency; Non-profit/FreeLifeguard Aeromed Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 248-5433 For-Profit • www.lgaeromed.comTaxisBay Area Taxi companies:Baytown Senior Taxi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 420-7158 Provides financial assistance to seniors; must qualify.Houston Area Taxi companies:Fiesta – Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 225-2666Liberty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 695-6700United . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 699-0000Yellow Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 236-1111 Houston ordinance cites 60+ should receive a 10 percent discount on all rides.Fort Bend Area Taxi companies:Crown Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 981-6626Fort Bend Taxi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 208-2222SLL Transportation (Sugar Land) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 242-5466Brazoria Area Taxi companies:Brazosport Yellow Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 233-4444 Only taxi cab service in the Southern Brazoria County area. Open 24/7, 10% discount.

UTILITY ASSISTANCEAT&T/SBC Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 464-7928 www.sbc.com Physically handicapped or legally blind may qualify to be exempt from local Directory assistance chargesBrazoria County Welfare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (979) 864-1427 Utilities AssistanceCatholic Charities-Guadalupe Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 227-9981Community Action Council of Galveston County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(409) 765-7878 Information and referral to local agencies offering emergency assistance. Utility assistance for Galveston county residents.Consolidated Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 989-2255 Outside Harris CountyFort Bend County Social Services – Rosenberg (M–F, 8–5) . . . . . . . .(281) 342-7300Fort Bend County Social Services – Missouri City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 403-8050Harris County Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-7900 Gas and electric assistance

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SRG LISTINGS Information You Can UseUTILITY ASSISTANCE – ContinuedHester House – Harris County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 672-2573Lifeline Texas – Light up Texas Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 454-8387 Low income assistance with telephone and electricity Pearland Neighborhood Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 485-1987 Utility assistance for eligible applicants residing in Pearland and Manvel.Programs for Human Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 550-0282 Liberty, Chambers, Orange, & Jefferson CountiesReliant Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 207-7777 www.reliant.comSalvation Army . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(979) 233-5420 Utilities Assistance (979) 233-5429Salvation Army Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 752-0686 water only; Harris County onlySenior Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 696-7900 Assists with crisis situations involving water, heat, rent and mortgage.Sheltering Arms Utility Assistance - CEAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. – noonW.A.T.E.R. Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 371-1400 The W.A.T.E.R. Fund is sponsored by the City of Houston and offers financial assistance for water bills for both the elderly and the disabled.

VETERANS SERVICESConroe VA Outpatient Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 522-4000Houston Vet Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 682-2288 Readjustment counseling services M–F: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Montgomery County Veterans Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (936) 539-7842 www.mctx.org/veteranTexas State Veterans Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(254) 791-8280 http://glo.state.tx.us/vlb/vethomes/temple.html (800) 252-8387 Housing for elderly veteransTexas Veterans Coalition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(281) 528-5760 www.texasveteranscoalition.comVeterans Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 791-1414 www.houston.med.va.govVeterans Administration Community Based Outreach Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 310-5001 Galveston and Texas CityVeterans Services – Fort Bend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (281) 341-4550

VISIONEyeglassesThe Lion’s Eye Bank of Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 798-5545Vision ResourcesDARS – Division for Blind Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 948-7960 www.dars.state.tx.us • Resource for Sight Impaired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 628-5115Department of Assistive and Rehab Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 628-5115

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EyeCare America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 222-3937 www.eyecareamerica.org Provides medical eye care to individuals who might go withoutRobert Cizik Eye Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 559-5200 www.cizikeye.org | Provides eye assessment/treatment on sliding scaleLighthouse of Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 527-9561 www.houstonlighthouse.org • Information and ReferralOpthamalogist Referrals (+65) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 222-3937The Center for Visual Rehabilitation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 559-5269 http://cizikeye.org/low_vision.htm | A not-for-profit, fee for service low vision clinic.University of Houston Optometry Dept . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (713) 743-2020 Provides eye assessment/treatment on sliding scale

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1st texas Home Health ............................. see Ad for Numbers ........3, 87, 100Action Home Health ................................. (713) 378-0781 .......................104Adaptive Driving Access ............................ see Ad for Numbers ..............45, 59Advocates for the independent .................... (713) 609-9908 .......................105Always Home Assisted living ...................... (281) 679-1585 .......................144Artisian realty company ............................ see Ad for Numbers ..........124, 126Aseracare Hospice .................................. (888) 646-8696 .......................184Atria senior living ..................................... see Ad for Numbers ..........127, 134Autumn Grove cottage .............................. see Ad for Numbers ..................135Autumn leaves ......................................... see Ad for Numbers ..........132, 134Barton House .......................................... (281) 313-2500 .......................136BiPolar usA ............................................ (888) 320-1622 .........................60Body exhale ............................................ (832) 758-8050 ...................20, 54Braeswood Personal care Homes ............... (713) 666-6545 .......................143Brightstar of sugar land ............................ (281) 201-3700 .........................89Brightstar of Downtown Houston ................. (832) 730-1255 .........................96Brookdale senior living ............................. see Ad for Numbers ........... 116-117Brown Pulmonary rehab. & treatment center . (713) 690-7069 .........................77cambridge Health & rehabilitation .............. (281) 344-9191 .......................164camden living ......................................... (866) 977-5455 .......................122cantex senior communities ........................ see Ad for Numbers ... 154-155, 164cardinal senior care ................................ (832) 659-0218 .......................100care & comfort Home Health .................... (713) 272-0900 .......................100care Options Health services ..................... (713) 977-1222 .......................105caring senior services .............................. (281) 893-6699 .........................94carnes funeral Home ............................... see Ad for Numbers ..............2, 180carriage inn/Village on the Park ................. see Ad for Numbers ..................123christian companion senior care ............... (281) 646-9777 .........................98christus st. catherine Hospital .................... (281) 599-4343 .........................74clarewood House .................................... (713) 774-5821 .......................137colonial Oaks ........................................ see Ad for Numbers ..129, 135, 136com for care .......................................... (713) 664-4677 .......................143comfort Keepers ...................................... see Ad for Numbers ............. ifc, 91concord eMs.......................................... (713) 785-6300 .......................241Dialyspa ................................................. (713) 218-6500 .........................75Drug Quest Pharmacy ............................... (713) 785-3400 .........................58elite House of care .................................. (832) 798-7983 .......................144elmcroft senior living................................. see Ad for Numbers ..................131

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embracing Hospice .................................. see Ad for Numbers ..................183emeritus senior living ................................ see Ad for Numbers ..................138encompass Home Health ........................... see Ad for Numbers ....................99encore caregivers .................................... (713) 686-2233 .....................5, 88evergreen cottages .................................. (281) 670-9810 .......................134first colony Aquatic & rehabilitation center .. (832) 532-2943 ...................60, 76fort Bend transit ....................................... (866) 751-8747 .......................225Greatwood at sugar land .......................... (866) 889-6137 .......................132Guardian Healthcare ................................ (281) 481-2974 .......................103Gulf coast Medical center ........................ (979) 282-6400 .........................77Hamilton Vein center ................................ (281) 915-0223 .........................63Hayes & Wilson law firm .......................... (713) 880-3939 .........................43Healthlink construction .............................. (281) 578-3712 .........................36Healthsouth rehabilitation Hospital .............. see Ad for Numbers ....................70Hettig-Kahn Properties ............................... see Ad for Numbers ..................121Home Health resources ............................. (281) 398-3444 .......................101Home Helpers fort Bend ............................ (281) 207-5359 .................92, 101Hospice and Palliative care ....................... (713) 975-6200 .......................185Houston Hearing Healthcare center............. (713) 278-1552 .........................49innovative Nurses & sitters ......................... (713) 523-2329 .......................103J & r Medical .......................................... (713) 344-0901 .........................59Kindred Healthcare ................................... see Ad for Numbers ....................78Kroger .................................................... see Ad for Numbers ....................44legend Healthcare ................................... see Ad for Numbers ..................156livHome ................................................. (713) 961-1071 .................90, 101Medical fitness Pros .................................. (281) 500-6055 .........................27Memorial Hermann southwest .................... (713) 456-5348 .........................69Memorial Hermann – Northwest/Katy rehab . see Ad for Numbers ....................72New century Hospice .............................. see Ad for Numbers ..................185Nexion Health ......................................... see Ad for Numbers ..................159Nurses Night and Day, inc. ........................ (713) 529-8633 .................97, 102One Ortho .............................................. (281) 647-7720 .........................64Optimum Personal care Homes .................. (281) 565-4144 .......................143Osteostrong ............................................ (281) 762-0944 .........................46Oyster creek Manor ................................. (281) 261-1217 ...............133, 136Paramount Properties ................................. see Ad for Numbers ..........157, 165Park Plaza Hospital .................................. (713) 527-5000 .........................77Personal Physicians ................................... (281) 242-2221 .....................1, 62

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Professional tributes .................................. (832) 693-3261 .................23, 182Prudent Health Management ...................... (713) 255-7246 .......................102Quality living Personal care Homes ............ (281) 499-7174 .......................142reliable Oaks .......................................... (866) 306-3037 .......................145sava senior care ..................................... see Ad for Numbers ..................161seniors Helping seniors ............................. (281) 261-8107 .......................104seven Acres Jewish senior care services ...... see Ad for Numbers ..................163silverado senior living .............................. see Ad for Numbers ..................130silverado Hospice .................................... see Ad for Numbers ..................183southwest ltc ......................................... see Ad for Numbers ..........160, 164spring Branch Medical supply .................... (713) 465-2200 .........................60spring Branch transitional care center ........ see Ad for Numbers ..................165synergy .................................................. see Ad for Numbers ..................102texas family & Geriatric clinic.................... (713) 468-2358 .........................73texas Home Health ................................... see Ad for Numbers ....................95texas Oncology ....................................... (281) 277-5200 .........................71the Abbey at Westminster Plaza ................. (281) 556-6020 .......................137the Buckingham ....................................... (713) 660-6552 .......................114the concierge ......................................... (281) 558-3900 .......................158the cottage of spring Branch ..................... (713) 461-1500 .......................128the Grace care center ............................. see Ad for Numbers ..................162the Grand Parkway .................................. (281) 395-0555 .................120, Bcthe Maxie House ..................................... (832) 785-7262 .........................19the Oaks at Brookshire.............................. (281) 375-5272 .......................164the Plantation at Quail Valley ..................... (888) 600-7291 ...............125, 126the solana at cinco ranch ........................ (281) 395-9600 .......................118today’s Denture, General Dentistry & implants (281) 444-2828 .........................61tranquility Personal care Home ................... (713) 783-2404 ...............142, 144trebah Village Apartments .......................... (281) 861-4258 .......................126treemont retirement community................... see Ad for Numbers ..................115tuscany Village ........................................ (713) 770-5300 .......................166university Place ........................................ (713) 541-2900 .......................119Visiting Angels ......................................... (281) 207-1259 .....................4, 93VitAs innovative Hospice care ................... (713) 663-4900 .......................181Walgreens Home Health care ................... see Ad for Numbers ..............55, 59Woodridge Nursing & rehabilitation ........... (713) 468-7833 .......................162Xmed ..................................................... (281) 969-8800 .........................48Wendy cline, reMAX ............................... (281) 460-9360 .........................36

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2012 Senior Resource Guide Southwest (April - September)