Older Adult & Family RESOURCES
Discover a wealth of resources catered to older adults and their families, encompassing education, community support, healthcare services, transportation assistance, caregiver support, specialized programs for seniors, and emergency resources. Whether you’re seeking lifelong learning opportunities, healthcare accessibility, or assistance in caring for a loved one, our curated collection aims to provide comprehensive support and guidance tailored to the unique needs of seniors and their caregivers.
Resource Categories
Education
Cleveland Clinic Las Vegas- Education and Programs
Providing educational, therapeutic, and support programs for individuals and care
partners navigating brain disorders. CLICK HERE TO VISIT
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), University of Nevada, Las Vegas
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (OLLI at UNLV) is a member-driven learning community of more than 1,100 retired and semi-retired adults. Our members continue a lifetime of learning by contributing to a program rich in content, shared interests, and life experiences. CLICK HERE TO VISIT
LOCAL SERVICES for NEVADA SENIORS
Nevada Senior Services
Nevada Senior Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the physical, spiritual, and emotional health of individuals and families by providing a comprehensive range of health, education, and social services for those facing challenges of chronic disease, disability, and aging.
Nevada 211
Nevada 211, a program of the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, is committed to helping Nevadans connect with the services they need.
Home Modifications- Renovate Accessible Mobility Prevention (RAMP)
Affordable Solutions for Home Modifications for Safety & Independence Nevada Senior Services.
Alzheimer’s Association- Desert Southwest Chapter
The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
Dementia Friendly Nevada
The Dementia Friendly Nevada initiative aims to cultivate and strengthen communities in becoming more respectful, educated, supportive and inclusive of people living with dementia and their care partners.
Options for Uninsured Nevadans
Medical assistance by Nevada medicaid, prescription, medication, and private health care providers.
Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada
To provide quality health care and support for people without access to health care in Southern Nevada within a culture of compassionate caring.
Transportation Support
Taxi assistance program by Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division. You can also call 702-486-3581.
Southern Nevada Senior Law Group
Senior Law Program (SLP) provides legal services at no-cost to seniors aged 60 years and older in Southern Nevada.
702-229-6596 or TTY 702-386-9108.
Personal Assistant Program by State of Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD)
The Personal Assistance Services (PAS) Program provides community-based, in home services to enable adult persons with severe physical disabilities to remain in their own homes and avoid placement in a long-term care facility.
Interpretation and Communication Assistance
The Nevada Interpreter/CART Registry (the Registry) is a list of sign language interpreters and Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) providers who meet the minimum qualifications in this State as required by Nevada Revised Statute.
Southern Nevada Health District
A variety of programs available to the community.
Sanford Center for Aging- University of Nevada, Reno
Enhancing the quality of life through a variety of programs, services, educational coursework, and clinical services, all designed to improve the quality of life for older adults.
CAREGIVERS
Family Caregiver Alliance
Sign up to receive a free online dashboard with personalized information that matches your unique caregiving needs.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services- Resources for Caregivers
Provides resources for caregivers who take care of an aging, seriously ill, or disabled family member or friend. Learn more about being a caregiver and locate resources.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
National Council on Aging (NCOA)- Resources and Support for Older Adults Living Alone- A Comprehensive Guide (2023)
Includes practical tips and resource recommendations from geriatric health experts and advocates, such as:
- PACE programs, which use Medicare and Medicaid to help older adults get nursing home-level care
- Benefits such as the Aid and Attendance pension that help veterans offset the expense of long-term care
- NCOA’s BenefitsCheckUp tool which helps older adults identify their potential eligibility for benefits and programs
National Institute on Aging (NIA)
Understanding the nature of aging and to extend the healthy, active years of life. NIA is also the primary federal agency supporting and conducting Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias research.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The nation’s leading science-based, data-driven, service organization that protects the public’s health. Helping families, businesses, and communities fight disease and stay strong; and to protect the public’s health.
Suicide Prevention
24/7 free suicide crises help: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health Office of Suicide Prevention 1-800-273-8255 or call 911.
24/7 free suicide crisis help: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline & Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health Office of Suicide Prevention
1-800-273-8255 or Call 911
Personal Assistant Program by State of Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD)
775-434-0237 (VP/Voice) or 775-431-0135 (text only)
Taxi Assistance Program by Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division
702-486-3581
Medical Assistance by Nevada Medicaid, prescription medication and private healthcare providers.
Southern Nevada Senior Law Group
702-229-6596; TTY 702-386-9108
7690 West Sahara Avenue
Las Vegas, Nevada 89117