IHSS is a program offered in California that pays for services so that a person can remain safely in their home.  Here are the eligibility requirements for IHSS: The types of services IHSS will authorize are: A county Social Worker will interview an applicant at their home to determine their eligibility and need for this […]

Is there an agency to report adult abuse? Any adult with concerns about neglect, abuse, or exploitation, can report their problems to Adult Protective Services (APS). This agency is strictly for older adults (60 years and older) or dependent adults (18-59 who are disabled). People can also report to APS if adults look like they […]

Meals on Wheels is a non-profit organization that delivers nutritious food to older America’s.  Their vision is “An America in which all seniors live nourished lives with independence and dignity.”  Their Mission is “To empower local community programs to improve the health and quality of life of the seniors they serve so that no one […]

They are a non-profit organization.   Project Open Hand provides meals for people fighting illness (HIV/AIDS, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and many other severe conditions) and coping with the challenges of aging.  In addition, they provide healthy groceries to clients who visit one of their two grocery centers in Oakland and San Francisco.  For Older Adults […]

Feeding America is a non-profit organization.   It is the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization.  Through donations and support from businesses, government organizations and individuals, this non-profit organization has a network of food banks, pantries and meal programs that serve millions of people including children and seniors.  Their Mission “is to advance change in America by […]