This resource is eligible for electronic referral.

Meals on Wheels provides qualified home-bound seniors over the age of 60 with nutritious lunches. Must be enrolled in the Meals on Wheels program. Delivery is on Tuesdays & Thursdays (no deliveries on weekends, major holidays or when roads are unsafe to travel). Gold Country Senior Services oversees the Meals on Wheels program in Western Nevada County (Alta Sierra, Grass Valley, Lake of the Pines, Lake Wildwood, Nevada City, Penn Valley, Rough and Ready, etc).*

Enrollment info - https://www.goldcountryservices.org/meals-on-wheels/
530-273-4961

Meals on Wheels clients can apply to the Pet Food Pantry Program through their case worker. The purpose of the Pet Food Pantry Program is to keep seniors and their pets together by reducing pet expenses. 

* For North San Juan / San Juan Ridge call Sue Bauer at 530-292-9525. See database program: MEALS ON WHEELS-NORTH SAN JUAN - GCSS

Medi-Cal is a part of Human Services, one of six Divisions of County of Placer Health & Human Services.

Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid program. This is a public health insurance program which provides needed health care services for low-income individuals including families with children, seniors, persons with disabilities, foster care, pregnant women, and low income people with specific diseases such as tuberculosis, breast cancer, or HIV/AIDS.

Medi-Cal offers medical, dental, vision and mental health care to eligible individuals and families at little or no cost. If you are ineligible to Medi-Cal, affordable insurance plans are available through the health benefits exchange, Covered California, during their November through December open enrollment.

The information on Placer County's Medi-Cal web page is for reference only. Speak to a staff person for the most up-to-date information.

Apply for/Access your Public Benefits Online (Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKS)
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Medi-Cal is a part of Human Services, one of six Divisions of County of Placer Health & Human Services.

Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid program. This is a public health insurance program which provides needed health care services for low-income individuals including families with children, seniors, persons with disabilities, foster care, pregnant women, and low income people with specific diseases such as tuberculosis, breast cancer, or HIV/AIDS.

Medi-Cal offers medical, dental, vision and mental health care to eligible individuals and families at little or no cost. If you are ineligible to Medi-Cal, affordable insurance plans are available through the health benefits exchange, Covered California, during their November through December open enrollment.

The information on Placer County's Medi-Cal web page is for reference only. Speak to a staff person for the most up-to-date information.

Apply for/Access your Public Benefits Online (Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKS)
Go… [read more]

Medi-Cal is a part of Human Services, one of six Divisions of County of Placer Health & Human Services.

Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid program. This is a public health insurance program which provides needed health care services for low-income individuals including families with children, seniors, persons with disabilities, foster care, pregnant women, and low income people with specific diseases such as tuberculosis, breast cancer, or HIV/AIDS.

Medi-Cal offers medical, dental, vision and mental health care to eligible individuals and families at little or no cost. If you are ineligible to Medi-Cal, affordable insurance plans are available through the health benefits exchange, Covered California, during their November through December open enrollment.

The information on Placer County's Medi-Cal web page is for reference only. Speak to a staff person for the most up-to-date information.

Apply for/Access your Public Benefits Online (Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKS)
Go… [read more]

McAuley Meadows is an independent, senior, affordable housing community in Auburn, California. The community features 59 one-bedroom apartments for seniors age 55 and older. The three-story property is being developed on a portion of vacant land on the Sisters of Mercy of Auburn campus. McAuley Meadows is designed to serve seniors with very low and extremely low incomes.

*Income and verified qualification restrictions apply. Inquire for details. Reasonable accommodations will be made available for persons who make a request. All information subject to change based on regulatory requirements, etc.

Property Type: Senior
Units: 60

PROJECT AMENITIES

• Onsite Resident Services
• Computer Center
• Community room with kitchen
• Conference room
• Library with gas fireplace
• Large outdoor terrace
• Media room
• Bocce-ball court
• Ample onsite parking
• Community garden
• Close to Downtown Auburn
• Bus stop with shelter at entrance
• Smoke-free community

Waiting list for applications is closed.

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The Navigator for Seniors works with Nevada County residents to connect them with services for stated needs and also to see if there are any additional needs. The Senior Navigator assists with navigating programs and processes so people get connected to resources. Call 211 or 833-342-5211 for a referral to the Senios Navigator who will contact you to assist.

Information about internet service in Nevada County, including low income, accessibility, and senior programs, and local broadband providers and coverage maps.

March 2022 - Need for Speed Survey MyNevadaCounty.com/Broadband
Nevada County leaders invite all residents to participate in a new a survey that will assess high-speed internet (or “broadband”) availability and reliability across the County. The results of this survey will help us prioritize new broadband projects, apply for funding, and advocate to elected officials and state regulators. https://www.mynevadacounty.com/3521/Need-for-Speed-Survey
Need help? Call 530-562-4992 to provide the survey responses via phone, or email broadband@co.nevada.ca.us
Survey results at https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/dbd84999d7264bc99c885af5e5c652df

Low income, accessibility, & senior programs
https://www.mynevadacounty.com/1474/Low-Income-Accessibility-Senior-Programs

Local broadband providers and coverage maps
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For Emergency Dial 911

When Seniors First MyRides program and/or Health Express do not meet your needs, this list may provide alternate options which may be able to assist you with your travels. This list is subject to change. Contact Seniors First for the most recent version. Please call Seniors First at (530) 889-9500 if you have any questions or need further help.

Non-Emergency Transportation Services

Access In Motion: 916-660-3934

• Non-emergency medical transport. Does not accept any form of insurance.

American Legion Post Number 84: 530-888-8188

• Transportation to medical appointments to Mather VA Clinic and McCellan VA Clinic.

American Legion Post Number 620: 916-276-5227

• Veteran services including transportation to doctor appointments.

Apron Strings: 916-804-5687 

• Roseville only. $15.00 hr. Transportation to doctor, pharmacy, grocery store, and all errands.

Auburn Transit: 530-823-4211

• Fixed route service within the city of Auburn and portions of unincorpor…

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Nevada County Now offers paratransit and senior on-demand dial-a-rides. Find service details, including fares, at https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/2262/Nevada-County-Now-Paratransit-Services or by calling Nevada County Now at 530-271-7433 or toll-free 855-314-7433. There is no Sunday service.
 
Map of Nevada County paratransit service area
Includes Grass Valley, Nevada City, Penn Valley, Lake Wildwood, and other local areas.
https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/17160/Paratransit-Service-Area-PDF?bidId=
People who live up to 3/4 of a mile outside the "ADA Service Area" may be eligible for services as follows: 
Beyond ADA (Supplemental) Service: Nevada County, via Nevada County Now, provides supplemental paratransit service up to 3/4 of a mile beyond the mandated 3/4 mile ADA service area boundary. This service is provided on a limited basis depending on operational capacity. Individuals requesting Beyond ADA service area trips must be ADA certified. Please note tha… [read more]

CVS provides pharmacy services including vaccinations.

Schedule appointments for vaccinations online at cvs.com. Senior flu shots are automatically booked based on birthdate entered.

Flu Vaccinations
Flu FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) - https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/flu/faq?icid=flushots-tab-faq
No cost with most insurances

Available flu shots

• Four–strain (quadrivalent) vaccine: protects against four different strains of flu virus.
• Senior–dose vaccine: developed for people over 65 years old.

Both quadrivalent and senior–dose flu shots are available at CVS Pharmacy.

In most cases, patients age 3 and older can receive vaccinations at CVS pharmacy.

Websites:

• CVS Store Locator -  https://www.cvs.com/store-locator/landing