Ongoing Programs

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Awards

The Aging and Disability Services Division announces a request for Centenarian Recognition.
Individuals who have reached the amazing age of 100 years are eligible to receive recognition for that achievement. Click here for more information.


If you can't afford to pay your home energy bill, your home may not be safe, and you may be at risk of serious illness or injury apply for LIHEAP. Click here for more information.

NV Energy is offering a FREE energy efficiency service for their income qualified residential customers. Click here for more information.

The Washoe County Sheriff's Community Work Program offers Free Senior Snow Removal.
This community service is offered to the disabled or elderly over 60 years of age. Click here for more information.

Nevada Energy Connection announces the Energy Assistance Program & Weatherization Program.
Get help with your energy bill. Find out about the Energy Assistance Program and the Weatherization Assistance Program designed to give energy and weatherization assistance to qualified households. Click here for more information.

The State of Nevada announces the statewide Senior Property Tax / Rental Rebate Program.
Do you rent or pay property taxes? An ongoing statewide rebate program (STARR) is available through the County's Assessor's Office statewide. Click here for more information.

HELP of Southern Nevada and NV Power announces The Emergency Energy Assistance Program
If you have not received utility assistance from any agency in the last 12 months, you may qualify. Click here for more information.


Health

The City of Reno and Washoe County Senior Services announce Senior Meal Program
Have a delicious and healthy lunch provided by the City of Reno and Washoe County Senior Services. Click here for more information.

Announcing the ... Medical Discount Program
Are you or your family uninsured? Find out about affordable healthcare. Click here for more information.

Find out about a program to narrow the gap between the children eligible for Nevada Check Up and Medicaid. Click here for more information.

The University of Nevada School of Medicine offers the Nevada Tobacco User's Helpline
Free telephone based counseling to help you guit tobacco use. Click here for more information.

The Nevada Health Centers announces the Nevada Health Centers Dental Program - Miles for Smiles
Offices and clinics are offered statewide. Click here for more information.

Announcing the ... The Caregivers Marketplace
Receive cash back on products not typically covered by insurance or Medicare. Click here for more information.

This program provides funding for the implementation of health education activities that support the Healthy Vision 2010 objectives and the Healthy People 2010 goals to reduce health disparities and improve quality of life. Click here for more information.

The Sanford Center for Aging offers Wellness Programs.
The Sanford Center for Aging develops innovative ideas, educational and research opportunities. Click here for more information.


The Medicare website features Nursing Homes Compare.
Choosing a nursing home for yourself or a loved one can be a difficult decision. Fortunately, there are resources available that can help. Click here for more information.

The Medicare Website features Home Health Compare.
If you are a candidate for home health care, consider your options. Click here for more information.

The Medicare Website offers Hospital Compare
A new resource from The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and America's hospitals offers instant, free, easy-to-use information about the quality of care in hospitals. Click here for more information.



The Foster Grandparents Program Offers Free Hearing Aids A Grant From the Aging and Disability Services Division Services Division
If you are interested in a free hearing aid for low-income seniors and would like more information Click here.

The Starkey Hearing Foundation offers the Hear Now Program
Participate in a national non-profit program committed to assisting deaf and hard-of-hearing adults and children with limited financial resources obtain hearing aids. Click here for more information.

Housing

The Salvation Army/Reno Silvercrest Residence announces Mobility-Impaired Apartments.
Silvercrest Residence have a mobility-impaired apartments. Get on the waiting list now. Click here for more information.


The State of Nevada announces the 2-1-1 Fact Sheet.
Find out about the easy-to-remember telephone number that connects callers to free information about critical health and human services available in their community. Click here for more information.

The Citizens Service Center offers Reno Direct
Reno Direct is designed to improve communications between you and the City government. Click here for more information.

Lyon County Human Services announces the Nevada Care Connection .
This is a free program, formerly Single Point of Entry Program (SPE), assists Nevada seniors and their caregivers. Click here for more information.


The Department of Health & Human Services and the Aging and Disability Services Division announces Free Legal Assistance for Nevada Senior Citizens
Find out about free legal assistance available to Nevada senior citizens. Click here for more information.



CareSource Inc. sponsors Free Medical Equipment Evaluations
CareSource will preform free medical equipment evaluations and make recommendations for more appropriate devices. Click here for more information.

The Sanford Center for Aging announces the Medication Management Programs.
Are your medications interacting? If you are over the age of 60 and are taking 5 or more medications, you can participate in this free program. Click here for more information.

The Social Security Drug Administration announces the Medicare Prescription Drug Application
The on-line application for extra help with Medicare prescription drug costs has been released Click here for more information.

The Division of Aging and Disability Services announces the Nevada Senior and Disability Rx Prescription Program and Vision Care Benefit
Senior Rx Enrollment for Nevada's Senior and Disability Rx prescription program and new Vision Care benefit is open and there is no waiting list. Click here for more information on the Senior Rx Prescription Program.

C*A*R*E* Chest of Sierra Nevada requests Used Medical Equipment Needed.
A local non profit organization is seeking help with donations. Click here for more information.


Respite

Helping Hands of Vegas Valley announces The Respite Care Voucher Program.
$1000 per year is available to caregivers for respite care. Click here for more information.

The Aging and Disability Services Division sponsors the Elvirita Lewis Respite Program
This grant is sponsored by the Aging and Disability Services Division to provide temporary relief for primary caregivers. Click here for more information.


The National Alliance for Caregiving is Seeking Family Caregivers of Veterans for a New Study
Participate in study for caregivers of veterans. Click here for more information.

The Nevada Caregiver Support Center offers Enhancing Collaborations in Family Dementia Care
Participate in a research study to improve caregiver support services and the quality of life for persons with dementia. Click here for more information.

International Institute for the Advancement of Medicine offers the Gift of Body Program
For those who want to make a difference in the world by offering their body to the scientific community for medical investigation and research. Click here for more information.

The University of Nevada, Reno offers Caregiver's Research Study.
Are You Caring for Someone with a Memory Impairment? Click here for more information.

The University of Nevada School of Medicine announces Research Studies.
Find out about various studies conducted through the Patient Care Center in Las Vegas. Click here for more information.



The Continuum Offers the Home Safety and Modification Program
Funds are now available with a grant from the Aging and Disability Services Division Independent Living project. Financial assistance is available for persons 55 years and older who are unable to afford these services. Click here for more information.

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program offers The Telephone Reassurance Program.
This program serves those individuals, age 60 or older, living alone and in need of a daily reassurance call. Click here for more information.

The AGS Foundation for Health in Aging announces the second edition of Eldercare at Home.
Find out about a step-by-step resource for families taking care of an older person at home. Click here for more information.

The Nevada Geriatric Education Center announces the Self-Study Video Training Programs.
Find out about three individual self-study training programs for Assisted Living/Group Home Facilities. Click here for more information.


The Regional Transportation Commission announces Washoe Senior Ride.
As Subsidized Taxi Fare Program for Washoe County Residents 60 years and older. Click here for more information.


Volunteer

SHIP Counseling and Volunteer Recruitment announces Medicare Volunteers Needed!
If you are interested in a rewarding volunteer experience please contact the Northern Nevada SHIP office for more details. Click here for more information.

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program needs Volunteers!
The RSVP needs volunteers to visit and assist seniors for two or more hours each week. Click here for more information.




Announcements of caregiver workshops, classes, events and support groups can be submitted by email or click on the Announcement Submittal link below . Send to dianeross@nevadacareconnection.org