Resource – Personal Senior Home Care

In-Home Care License #: L00000002627

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IN HOME SENIOR CARE RESOURCES

5 Star Home Care has compiled a list of in home senior care and general elderly care resources and organizations that you can contact for more information on various aspects of home care. This list is not exhaustive or all-inclusive and is meant to serve you as a place to start if you are seeking additional information or resources.

*While 5 Star Home Care maintains a network of relationships with many organizations, it does not specifically endorse or take responsibility for anyone organization’s advice or services.

ACLS.net

ACLS Stroke Information & Resource Guide

Veteranaid.org

An informational resource for families wanting to learn more about the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit.

Veterans Care Coordination

Provides assistance to veterans and their families via free screening and application assistance. If a veteran or spouse appears eligible for the benefit, VCC will assist with care services during and after the application approval process and will continually assist with VA documentation requirements and expense monitoring to ensure continued eligibility. 5 Star works with VCC by providing an initial screening for veterans and their families, sending in professional referrals to VCC requesting that a representative reach out to the family, and following along in the approval process as needed.

Veteran's Benefits

800-827-1000

AARP

A nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to promoting the welfare of older Americans: 888-687-2277

Alzheimer's Association - Tennessee

Provides help and hope for those living with Alzheimer’s disease and their families, seeking a cure to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. For information on caregiver education and support call 800-272-3900.

Middle Tennessee Regional Office – Nashville, TN | (615) 315-5880
Northeast Tennessee Regional Office – Johnson City, TN | (423) 928-4080
Southeast Tennessee Regional Office – Chattanooga, TN | (423) 265-3600
West Tennessee Regional Office – Memphis, TN | (901) 565-0011
East Tennessee Regional Office – Knoxville, TN | (865) 864-8585

American Council of the Blind

The nation’s leading membership organization striving to improve the well-being of blind and visually impaired people: 800-424-8666

Arthritis Foundation

National not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions through resources and tools: 800-456-4687

Better Hearing Institute

Not-for-profit Corporation educating the public about the neglected problem of hearing loss and its treatment through media outlets, educational materials, and research. Hearing Loss Guides are available on the site: 800-327-9355

Tennessee Services for the Blind and Vision Impaired

The Department of Human Services’ Division of Rehabilitation Services offers several programs to assist individuals who are blind or visually impaired. 800-628-7818

Caregiver Action Network

A leading family caregiver organization that provides education, peer support, and resources for family caregivers: 202-772-5050

Citizens Committee to Protect the Elderly

Provides guidance and support to families and residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities and information about long-term care for the elderly: 757-518-8500

Tennessee Department for the Deaf, Deaf-Blind and Hard of Hearing

Outreach services for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or speech impaired: 800-628-7818

Elder Care Locator

A public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging, this nationwide service connects older Americans and their caregivers with information on senior services: 800-677-1116

Meals On Wheels

Nationally-based nutrition program providing meals to seniors who need them each day. Some programs serve meals at congregate locations like senior centers; some programs deliver meals directly to the homes of seniors whose mobility is limited, and many programs provide both services. The Nashville program number is 615-850-3910 or look up programs in your area on the website.

Medicaid

State-administered government assistance program available to eligible individuals and families with limited income and resources, covering a broad range of health care services: 800-342-3145

Medicaid Long Term Care Guide

Medicare

Administered by the federal government, Medicare is health insurance for people 65 or older, people under 65 with certain disabilities, and people of any age with End-Stage Renal Disease: 800-633-4227

National Stroke Association

Providing advocacy, a library of comprehensive information, and other resources for stroke survivors, caregivers and families, and healthcare professionals: 800-787-6537

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

NIDS seeks to reduce the burden of neurological disease through research, funding, and disseminating research information on brain and nervous system disorders: 800-352-9424

Social Security Administration

800-772-1213

Tennessee Adult Protective Services

PS investigates reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults 60 years of age or older and arranges for protective services if needed: 888-277-8366

Tennessee Department of Human Services

State programs, activities and resources that help people triumph over poverty, abuse and neglect, achieve self-sufficiency and shape strong futures for themselves, their families, and their communities: 615-313-4700

Tennessee Department on Aging and Elder Services

Area Agencies on Aging provide assistance with senior benefit programs, social security, Medicare, eligibility for low-income senior programs including home and community services: 800-669-1851

Veterans Benefits for Seniors

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Tips for Your Next PCS Move

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Service Members’ Legal Rights While on Active Duty

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Guide to Financial Assistance for Military Families

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Sesame Street for Military Families

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Employment Resources for Military Spouses

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Address: 1618 Gunbarrel Road, Suite 103 Chattanooga, TN 37421

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In-Home Care License #: L000000026227

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