Information & Resources
Information and Assistance is a Department of Aging program
that is knowledgeable in all Aging programs, and provides information from government and non-government sources, referrals for health, social and supportive services for
older adults 60+ years and caregivers of older adults 60+ years or caregivers to an individual of any age with Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder with neurological
and organic brain dysfunction. (209) 468-1104 Monday thru Friday to
speak with Information and Assistance Program Staff. Program staff compile information included in the
Resource Directory (download as PDF)
for San Joaquin County. Staff also provides outreach to educate the community regarding the Department of Aging resources and services. Call
(209) 468-1104 to arrange a presentation for your agency, group or
organization.
Information and Assistance is offered at no cost. Contributions are accepted and appreciated. There is no obligation to contribute. Contributions are confidential and will be used to expand services.
Disaster Preparedness Tip Sheets for Older Adults
Click on the link below for downloadable guide and tip sheets from the California Department of Aging and Department of Rehabilitation regarding: Disaster preparedness for before, during, and after disasters such as earthquakes. wildfires, and other natural disasters and tips on how to cope with floods, hot weather and winter.
Emergency Preparedness Guide
Disaster Preparedness Tip Sheets Link
Preparation for Power Outage
Power outage backup for individuals with electricity and battery dependent assistive technology and medical devices.
San Joaquin County Office of Emergency Services
https://www.sjgov.org/department/oes
Useful Links
| Description |
Link |
| 211 San Joaquin County Resources- (Housing, Healthcare, Food, Financial, Children’s services, Older Adults, Crisis Help, Veterans, legal and more) |
http://www.211sj.org |
| AARP |
https://www.aarp.org/ |
| Adult Day Care Facilities |
https://www.ccld.dss.ca.gov/carefacilitysearch/ |
| Alzheimer’s Association |
https://www.alz.org/ |
| LeadingAge formerly known as American Association of Homes and Services for the Aged (AAHSA) |
www.leadingage.org |
| Assisted Living Waiver Program |
https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/ltc/pages/assistedlivingwaiver.aspx |
| Assisted living/RCFE |
https://www.ccld.dss.ca.gov/carefacilitysearch/ |
| Community Center for the Blind (and Visually Impaired) |
www.communitycenterfortheblind.org |
| Disability Resource Agency for Independent Living (DRAIL) |
www.drail.org |
| Driving Course (for mature drivers) |
https://californiasafety.org/course.aspx?id=101 |
| GPS tracking devices (a blog on 10 devices) |
https://www.aplaceformom.com/blog/4-29-15-dementia-and-elderly-gps-tracking-devices/ |
| Housing: rentals for low income older adults, financial assistance, shelters, landlord tenant dispute resolution |
http://www.211sj.org/icarol-categories/Housing |
| Medi-Cal |
https://www.c4yourself.com/ |
| Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) Medicare Counseling |
https://cahealthadvocates.org/hicap/ |
| Medicare |
www.medicare.gov |
| Mental Health Services |
http://www.sjcbhs.org/older_adult.aspx |
| Nursing Home, A Consumer Guide to Choosing a |
http://www.nccnhr.org |
| Other useful resources in the county for Older Adults |
https://211sj.org/seniors-older-adults/ |
| Older Adult Nursing Facilities |
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/chcq/lcp/calhealthfind/Pages/Home.aspx |
| Older Adult Nursing Facilities-compare |
https://www.medicare.gov/nursinghomecompare/search.html? |
| Transportation |
http://www.211sj.org/icarol-categories/Transportation |
| Veterans Administration-VA Stockton Clinic |
http://www.va.gov |
Outreach and Education
Information and Assistance Staff provide outreach to educate the community regarding the Department of Aging resources and services. Call (209) 468-1104 to arrange a presentation for your agency, group or organization.
Referral for Services
To submit an online referral for services, click here. For more information or assistance completing the referral form by phone, call Older Adult Information and Assistance at (209) 468-1104.
California Older Adult Legislature (CSL) Elections
Become a CSL Older Adult Senator or Older Adult Assemblymember! The California Older Adult Legislature has been working to improve the lives of California’s older adults since 1981. This nonpartisan organization has sponsored over 200 new laws helping older adults with financial abuse, health care, transportation, housing, and more. CSL members advocate diligently during each legislative session to have state lawmakers carry and support the CSL’s top State Legislative proposals. It then tracks the progress of its legislative proposals through a series of monthly reports.
California Older Adult Legislature (CLS) website
Download the Application Documents
Informational Flyer
Frequently asked Questions (FAQ)
Elections Rules and Procedures
Application for Candidacy
Please submit resume that includes city, county and state experience on older adult issues along with your application.
Code of Ethics
Statement of Commitment
Volunteer Agreement