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BenefitsCheckup
The National Council of Aging created this website to help older adults to quickly identify Federal and state programs that may improve the quality of their lives. It takes 10 or 15 minutes to enter information about your financial situation into an online questionnaire. BenefitsCheckUp is completely confidential.
www.BenefitsCheckUp.org

Bexar Area Agency on Aging (BAAA)
8700 Tesoro Drive, Suite 700, San Antonio, TX 78217
The Bexar Area Agency on Aging (BAAA) is part of the Alamo Area Council of Governments It is one of 28 Area Agencies on Aging in the State of Texas. BAAA plans, coordinates, and administers comprehensive services authorized by the Older Americans Act and the Texas Department of Aging for Bexar County seniors. Seniors who are over 60 years of age, caregivers of individuals age 60 and over and Medicare beneficiaries of any age are eligible for services. Visit their website and learn more about their programs.
www.BexarAging.org

Direct Deposit - A Safer, Easier Way to Get Your Benefits
Direct deposit is the best way to get your Social Security or SSI payment. It is safer and easier than a check, because your money goes straight to your account on your payment day. Now, signing up is easier than ever. Call Go Direct at 800-333-1795 or visit the website today!
www.GoDirect.org

Elderhostel
Elder Hostel is a not-for-profit organization that provides exceptional learning adventures for older adults. There are over 10,000 programs in more than 100 countries that emphasize learning adventures. From history, culture, nature, music, outdoor activities, crafts, study cruises and much more - for more information call 877-426-8056 or visit the4ir website.
www.elderhostel.org

Elder Options of Texas
Access TEXAS nursing homes, assisted living, senior apartments, retirement communities, Alzheimer's support, care management, senior transportation, support groups, home health, elder care and more! Stay informed about statewide senior health fairs and activities on our Events Calendar. Access informative topics regarding Medicare & Medicaid, prescription assistance, long-distance care giving, and more.
www.elderoptionsoftexas.com

Medicare Prescription Drug Discount Cards
In 2006 Medicare will offer comprehensive prescription drug coverage. This voluntary benefit is expected to provide seniors with prescription drug savings. People with Medicare who have lower incomes will save more through both the Medicare-approved cards and the prescription drug coverage. For more information contact your local Area Agency on Aging or visit the Medicare website.
www.Medicare.gov

OASIS
Are you over 50? Do you want and need to be more physically active? Active Living Every Day at OASIS is the answer! Meet new friends while learning about arts, humanities, consumer interest, technology and more. OASIS is the way to make a difference in your life. Membership to OASIS is free. Call 210-647-2546 or visit our website for more information.
www.OASISnet.org

Ombudsman Program in Bexar County
The Ombudsman program uses specially trained and certified individuals (Ombudsman) to provide advocacy services to residents of long-term care facilities. They also provide information to residents, staff, and family members about residents' rights, nursing facility requirements, and helps identify resources in or out of the facility. In Bexar County call 210-362-5236 or 800-960-5201.
www.bexaraging.org
www.alamoaging.org

The Movers & Shakers - A San Antonio Support Group for ET
Do you have trouble with the "Shakes" when drinking, eating, writing or speaking? There's help available for Essential Tremor or ET. There is a local San Antonio support group, "The Movers & Shakers", that meets frequently. The group is the first such support group in Texas. Additional information is available by calling Jim Tremblay at 210 590-9181 or e-mail at jtremb3940@aol.com. The non-profit International Essential Tremor Foundation also has a web site - see below.
www.EssentialTremor.org

Transportation Services from AAAA
One of the programs coordinated by Alamo Area Agency on Aging (AAAA) is transportation services for qualifying seniors in the area. Visit their website to view a list of local transportation providers for nutrition or general transportation services. The website also lists the qualifications for accessing the services.
www.bexaraging.org
www.alamoaging.org

YMCA of Greater San Antonio
Achieve healthy lifestyles from 9 to 90 with our indoor track, strength training, virtual fitness plan, personal trainers, boot camp, power Yoga, Pilates, land and water aerobics, white water for seniors. Visit our website for more information.
www.YMCAsatx.org

"Winter-nest" Assisted Living For Snowbirds
For many years Snowbirds have headed to Florida for warm winter vacations but as we age some of our abilities change. Up north at their summer homes, family is there to help and now Snowbird Assisted Living is there for the winter season in sunny St. Cloud Florida. Please call Noreen Jorgensen at her Snowbird Assisted Living "Winter-nest" at 518-883-4611.
www.snowbirdswinternest.com

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