SENIORS
SENIOR RESOURCES The City of El Cajon Parks and Recreation Department strives to make all of its recreational facilities “universal facilities”, supporting all ages and demographics. With that in mind, we have programs and resources that primarily target our aging population. Please refer to the information listed on the next several pages for program and resource information. Please call the contact listed under each resource for up to date information. IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS FOR SENIOR SERVICES AND REFERRAL INFORMATION 211 Information: AARP Community Action Team: Adult Protective Services: Aging and Independent Service: Better Business Bureau:
HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy provides individual counseling to Medicare beneficiaries and their families. This service is free and unbiased. It is not affiliated with any insurance companies or hospitals and does not sell or recommend particular health insurance products or plans. Call to schedule a one-on-one appointment. (858) 565-1392 St. Paul’s PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the is a medical program exclusively for seniors. With PACE services, seniors can successfully remain at home. Services include primary care doctors and specialists, award-winning home care, social services, transportation, therapies and senior day center. If you are 55 years of age or older with chronic medical conditions that make it difficult for you to live at home, St. Paul’s PACE may be the ideal medical plan for you. Call 1-833-PACENOW (722-3669). Elder Law provides legal services for seniors (60+ years) in areas such as wills, landlord or tenant issues and Medicare and MediCal issues. Services are free; donations are welcome. Appointments are required. Call (858) 565-1392, extension 200 to schedule an appointment or for more information. Elderly) ElderHelp provides personalized services and information that helps seniors remain independent and live with dignity in their own homes. Contact (619) 284-9281 or look online at www. elderhelpofsandiego.org. Oasis Lifelong Adventure Program is a unique educational program for people who want to learn and be productive throughout life. Oasis promotes lifelong learning, active lifestyles and volunteer engagement that helps people stay active and socially engaged. Oasis is located at Grossmont Shopping Center. Call (619) 881- 6262 or visit https://san-diego.oasisnet.org for more information. Programs offered by Oasis are not affiliated with or endorsed by the City of El Cajon Parks and Recreation Department. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) provides support while losing weight. Meetings are Wednesdays at Renette Recreation Center from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Contact Renette Center at (619) 441-1678 for more details. Friends of East County Arts, Inc. is an organization whose purpose is to provide funds for the growth and development of audiences for the live performing arts, to present world-class artists, and to support the fine arts and artists in the greater East San Diego County area. General membership meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at different locations depending on the nature of the program for that month. For more information, please contact us by email at friendsofeastcountyarts@gmail.com Program)
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City of El Cajon: Consumer Fraud: Cool Zone Information: ECAN (East County Action Network): El Cajon Public Library: Elder Law: Meals on Wheels (East County): MTS Transportation (ADA Ride): Renter’s Rights: Salvation Army/Nutrition Center: Social Security Administration: St. Paul’s PACE: Fletcher Hills Library: Foothills Adult School:
Aging and Indepedent Services (AIS) provides services to older adults, people with disabilities and their family members to help keep clients safely in their homes, promote health and vital living, and publicize positive contributions made by older adults and persons with disabilities. For more information, call (800) 510-2020. 211 San Diego is a free 24-hour confidential phone service in 200+ languages and a searchable online database. 211 provides information on health and wellness, housing and utilities, food assistance, military and veteran services and more. Just dial 211 for assistance. For more information, go online to www.211sandiego.org. ECAN (East County Action Network) is a community- based network that takes action and advocates for older adults and adults with disabilities living in the East County area. ECAN general meetings are open to the public and occur the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Contact ECAN at (619) 401- 3994 for information.
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