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2-1-1 Texas
Call: 2-1-1
Website: www.211texas.org
Helps connect families to local services, Medicaid guidance, food assistance, housing resources, and emergency support.
Eldercare Locator
Call: 1-800-677-1116
Website: eldercare.acl.gov
Connects older adults and caregivers to trusted aging services in their local area.
Local & Regional Resources
Houston-Galveston Area Agency on Aging
Call: 1-800-437-7396
Website: www.h-gac.com/area-agency-on-aging
Provides caregiver support, benefits counseling, transportation assistance, and aging-related resources.
Texas Aging & Disability Resource Center
Call: 1-855-937-2372
Website: www.hhs.texas.gov/services/aging/long-term-care/aging-disability-resource-center
Helps families understand long-term care options and connect with available support services.
Texas Health & Human Services
Call: 2-1-1
Website: www.hhs.texas.gov
Information on Medicaid, STAR+PLUS, long-term care services, and aging/disability programs.
Community Support
Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels
Call: 281-633-7049
Website: www.fortbendseniors.org
Provides home-delivered meals, senior center programs, wellness services, and community support.
VA Benefits — Aid & Attendance
Call: 1-800-827-1000
Website: www.va.gov
May provide financial assistance for eligible veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily care.
BenefitsCheckUp — National Council on Aging
Website: www.benefitscheckup.org
Helps older adults find benefit programs for food, healthcare, medications, utilities, and more.
Understanding Care Options
In-Home Care
Private-pay support at home with activities such as bathing, dressing, meals, light housekeeping, and companionship.
Medicare Home Health
Short-term skilled medical care after illness, hospitalization, or surgery. It does not cover long-term daily care.
Adult Day Programs
Daytime supervision, meals, activities, and social engagement for older adults.
Assisted Living
A residential setting that provides daily support, meals, medication support, supervision, and community living.
Signs More Support May Be Needed
It may be time to explore additional care if you notice:
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Frequent falls
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Missed medications
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Increased confusion or memory changes
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Difficulty preparing meals
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Changes in hygiene or appearance
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Isolation or withdrawal
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Caregiver stress or burnout
Need Help Navigating Options?
Providence Assisted Living Foundation helps families understand senior care options and connect with helpful resources.
Contact:
Natasha Beeks, Founder
Email: info@palfoundationinc.org
Website: www.palfoundationinc.org
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