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SENIOR FARMERS' MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM (SFMNP) - CDFA

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE #77175046


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  • California Department of Food & Agriculture: Office of Grants Administration
    Sacramento, Sacramento
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  • CA Dept. of Food & Agriculture: Office of Grants Admin
    916-657-3231

The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is a federally funded program administered nationally by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Services Agency, and in California, by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). The goal of the California SFMNP is to provide fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally-grown produce, cut herbs, and raw honey through Certified Farmers’ Markets to low-income seniors.

The Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is designed to:
  • Provide low-income seniors with access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs.
  • Increase the domestic consumption of agricultural commodities through farmers' markets, roadside stands, and community supported agricultural programs.
  • Aid in the development of new and additional farmers' markets, roadside stands, and community support agricultural programs.
Visit https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/SeniorFarmersMrktNutritionPrgm/ to learn about:
  • Eligibility - S…
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SENIOR FIREWOOD PROGRAM - GCSS

GOLD COUNTRY SENIOR SERVICES #4661693


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  • 528 Brunswick Road
    Grass Valley, Nevada

This resource is eligible for electronic referral.

The Senior Firewood Program provides qualified seniors a limited amount of pine/fir to supplement their other home heating sources when wood is available. Also accepts donations of wood as able.

PLEASE NOTE: Anyone wanting to apply to receive wood or donate wood should call to learn the current status of the program. Wood supplies generally run out each season and there are not always enough volunteers to accept wood donations. Call 530-615-4541 to learn when applications open and whether donations are currently being accepted.

At times when the Senior Firewood Program is out of wood, Project Go may be able to help both Nevada & Placer County residents if they are income eligible for LIHEAP (they do not need to be seniors, just income qualified). Call 916-782-3443.

Seniors may qualify for the Senior Firewood Program if they meet the following criteria:
  • A Nevada County resident living in the Greater Grass Valley area
  • 60 years of a…
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SENIOR IMPACT PROJECT - SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND

SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND #4660867


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  • 1238 S Street
    Sacramento, Sacramento

Provides services for people who are blind or visually impaired. Through the Senior IMPACT Project, offers free training to people 55 or over in non-visual skills and alternative techniques for everyday activities including dialing the telephone, managing medications, using appliances, managing money, cooking, and mobility.
SENIOR MOVING SERVICES - SSTS

SUNNYSIDE SENIOR TRANSITION SERVICES #48269160


Specializes in assisting older adults and their families with move and transition needs, as well as information on more effective methods to age in place. If a move is needed, they assist with finding the right retirement community to suit needs and budget and provide assistance with every aspect of the move.

Offers a free initial in-home consultation to discuss needs so a customized plan for a smooth transition can be developed.
SENIOR OUTREACH NURSE - NCAS

NEVADA COUNTY ADULT SERVICES #4661909


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  • 950 Maidu Ave
    Nevada City, Nevada
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  • Phone 1
    530-582-6378

The Senior Outreach Nurse program provides health services to county residents 60 years and older. Offers comprehensive health and safety assessments, health screenings, fall prevention education, medication education/management resources, and continued in-home follow-up. In-home assessments review a client's medical, social, and environmental needs and offer health education consistent with client's needs. Will discuss referrals that are appropriate for clients, and help link them to other community resources and services. Provides follow-up visits and telephone calls as needed.

Offers outreach such as community based blood pressure clinics, flu shots in conjunction with Public Health, and participate in local health/wellness programs. Flu shots can be given to seniors in their homes. Call 530-265-1470 to arrange.

Senior Outreach Nurse does NOT do in-home COVID-19 TESTING. People who need in-home testing will need to get a home test kit.

For in-home COVID-19 VACCINES, con… [read more]
SENIOR SERVICES - AARP

AARP-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED PERSONS #4661649


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  • Washington, District Of Columbia
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  • Phone 1
    888-687-2277

Promotes and supports advocacy, education, and community service activities to improve the quality of life as individuals grow older.

Offers savings discounts on services.

Provides free tax preparation assistance for seniors.

Ways to contact AARP - https://help.aarp.org/s/
SENIORS FIRST INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE

SENIORS FIRST #65722514


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  • 12183 Locksley Lane
    Auburn, Placer

The Seniors First Information and Assistance Program is a resource for senior-focused programs, services and assistance. The program is designed to assist Placer County seniors age 60 and older get the resources and assistance they need to remain healthy and independent. They also welcome calls from family members, caregivers and other interested parties who are assisting seniors in getting the services they need.

Seniors First can provide information in multiple languages via a language translation service.

If you live outside of Placer County or do not meet their age criteria, they may be able to direct you to the agency or organization that can help you.

Seniors First is equipped to provide information and resources on a variety of topics including:
  • Adult Daycare
  • Advocacy for Seniors
  • Assistance Devices
  • Care Options
  • Counseling
  • Fall Prevention
  • Financial Assistance
  • Health Insurance-counseling
  • In-Home Care
  • Legal Issues
  • Medicare Counseling (HICAP)
  • Out-of-Home Care
  • Recreation
  • Senior Resourc…
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SUTTER ROSEVILLE MEDICAL CENTER: SENIOR SERVICES

SUTTER HEALTH #65830767


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  • One Medical Plaza
    Roseville, Placer

Sutter Health offers a variety of programs and services designed to meet the special needs of older adults.
 
TELEPHONE REASSURANCE - ESKATON

ESKATON #65924992


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  • 1640 Eskaton Loop
    Roseville, Sacramento
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  • Phone 1
    916-727-6870

Eskaton’s Telephone Reassurance Program provides opportunities for friendship, connection, and joy. Every day, the program brings together older adults and volunteers of all ages to share experiences, stories and laughter through friendly conversation. This program is available to anyone in the US. Participants do not need to be affiliated with Eskaton. Eskaton is a senior living and aging service provider.

Application for Services and Volunteer Application are on the Eskaton Telephone Reassurance web page at https://www.eskaton.org/post/telephone-reassurance
 
TELEPHONE REASSURANCE AND FRIENDLY VISITOR PROGRAMS - FREED

FREED CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING #11097253


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  • 435 Sutton Way
    Grass Valley, Nevada

This resource is eligible for electronic referral. The FREED Telephone Reassurance program is for anyone feeling lonely or isolated in Nevada County. A phone bank of volunteers makes phone calls Monday - Friday to check-in, chat, and socialize. Individuals who would like to receive telephone calls can choose to receive calls from one day a week up to 5 days a week. https://freed.org/services/independent-living/phone-reassurance/
 
The FREED Friendly Visitor program is not conducting in-person visits due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, volunteers are still being matched one-on-one for individuals who prefer to have a friendly phone visit from the same volunteer on a regular basis. https://freed.org/services/independent-living/friendly-visitor-program/
 
Due to factors such as a lack of transportation or community inaccessibility, many seniors and people with disabilities go through prolonged periods of social isolation and loneliness. People who have disabilitie… [read more]