Not sure where to start? Have multiple needs? These organizations can help:

• Nevada Care Connection - resource navigators can provide information about services, resources and programs available to you. 702-933-1191 Nevada Care Connection | Adult & Caregiver Support Services

• City of Las Vegas Care Coordination Program - assists residents with accessing and navigating community resources. 702-229-1200

ABUSE, NEGLECT, ABANDONMENT

Adult Protective Services - receives and investigates reports of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, exploitation, isolation and abandonment. Free services include investigation, evaluation and arrangement/referral for other services. 702-486-6930 EPS_Prog

ADULT DAY CARE

Adult Day ReCreation of LV (Nevada Senior Services) - open Mon-Fri from 7:30am-5:30pm and Sat from 8:00am-6:00pm. A full range of activities are offered along with 2 meals and 2 snacks. Cost is on a sliding scale based on income. 702-648-3425 Adult Day Care – Nevada Senior Services

ALZHEIMER'S AND DEMENTIA SERVICES (see also Personal Care/Respite Care and Referral Services)

Alzheimer's Association - resources and services for Alzheimer's patients and caregivers. They also offer a $1,000 grant that can be used to pay for respite care (for example, in-home care a few hours each week) which gives the caregiver a break. 800-272-3900 (24/7 helpline) Desert Southwest Chapter | Alzheimer’s Association

Alzheimer's/Dementia Support Group - meets the first Wednesday of each month at 10:00am in Desert Vista Community Center. Contact Ellen Quiroz at 702-277-0573

Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo - resources and services for Alzheimer's patients and caregivers. 702-483-6000 Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health - Las Vegas | Cleveland Clinic

Dementia Information & Support for Caregivers - meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 11:00-noon at Golden Heart 9320 Sun City Blvd Suite 103. Call Paula at 928-412-2134.

Helping Hands of Vegas Valley - Grants of $1,000 help caregivers of adults 60+ pay for short‑term support—such as in‑home help, adult day programs, or brief stays in a care facility—so the caregiver can take a needed break. 702-633-7264 Respite Care Program – HHOVV

Hilarity for Charity (HFC) - HFC awards grants to those providing care to their loved ones living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. The in-home grant covers 100 hours total of respite care to be used within 3 months of being awarded. Apply on-line: Supporting Caregivers: The Impact of Care Grants - Hilarity For Charity

Medicare GUIDE Program - GUIDE (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience) is an 8-yr pilot program (started 2024) which is available to anyone who has Medicare Part A & B (not Medicare Advantage). People with dementia and their caregivers can receive care navigation, 24/7 access to a support line, connections to community resources, and respite services up to $2,500 annually. There are 3 in-person offices in LV: Cognitive Care Services dba YA Partners USA (702-833-9740), Nevada Palliative Care (775-525-9353), Las Vegas House Call Doctor (702-876-0350). SEE ALSO VISITING ANGELS UNDER PERSONAL CARE AND RESPITE CARE

Sun City Caregiver Support Group - support group for residents who are caring for a loved one. Meets the second Monday of each month at 10:00am in Desert Vista, Rm 3. Contact Ivy Goldman at 224-715-9629

CAREGIVER ASSISTANCE - see Personal Care and Respite Care

CASE MANAGEMENT

Jewish Family Service Agency - Senior Care Management program for seniors of all faiths which helps coordinate care such as mental health services, grocery delivery, in-home assessments, coordination of social services with community agencies, etc. This is a fee for service program primarily used by family members who live out of state. 702-732-0304 Senior Lifeline Program | JFSA

DAILY WELLNESS CALLS

House Calls - free program which provides customized daily calls to check on their client's welfare, calls to remind the client of daily tasks they need to do (i.e., take meds, check blood pressure, etc.) and a remembrance program which provides a greeting card, small gift or holiday gift basket on birthdays and special occasions. 775-575-2727 Home | House Calls

HowRU - free program run by Foundation Assisting Seniors. Provides one daily wellness call and one call to remind the client to take their medication. 725-244-4200 How RU | The Foundation

FALL ALERT SYSTEMS - see Medical Alert Systems

FOOD

Desert Spring Community Resource Center - client choice (you select the food you want) food pantry by appointment only. To make an appointment, use this link https://bit.ly/DSCRCpantry In addition, they connect clients with partner agencies based on their needs such as healthcare, housing, mental health services, utility assistance, and more. 725-295-1180 Food Pantry & Resources

Foodie Fit - healthy meals freshly prepared daily that can be delivered to your home or picked up at one of their locations (closest is on Fort Apache Rd in Summerlin). Meals are ready to heat and eat and price range is $8.99-$12.49 per meal. 702-714-1426 Heat and Eat Las Vegas Meal Prep Delivery - Foodie Fit

Golden Groceries - food pantries for seniors only - the closest one is St Elizabeth Ann Seaton Catholic Church - open the first Saturday of the month for grocery distribution. Call to make an appointment 702-804-8317

Holy Spirit Lutheran Church Food Pantry - provides canned goods and non-perishable items to clients once per month and is open Mon-Thu 9:00am-1:00pm. No income qualifications. A free hot lunch is also served Mon-Fri from 11:00am-noon. 702-645-1777 Services – Lssn

Meals on Wheels (Catholic Charities) - delivery of pre-cooked meals that are frozen and can be reheated as needed. Must be homebound. No income qualifications and meals/deliveries are free. 702-385-5284 www.catholiccharities.com/programs/meals-on-wheels

Meals on Wheels (Just One Project) - delivery of pre-cooked meals that are frozen and can be reheated as needed. Must be homebound. No income qualifications and meals/deliveries are free. 702-462-2253 www.thejustoneproject.org/meals-on-wheels

Pure Fit Meal Prep - Ready to eat meals that can be picked up or delivered to your home ($6-$10 delivery charge based on where you live).  Meals are ready to heat and eat and price range is $9.95-$14.95 per meal. 702-405-7714 http://purefitlv.com

Solstice Cafe - Ready to eat meals that can be picked up daily from within the SCS community. Entrees include meatloaf, BBQ chicken, lasagna, tacos, etc. 702-320-6900

Three Square - in addition to providing healthy supplemental groceries to food-insecure older adults through their Golden Groceries program, this organization can help with applying for other benefits such as SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), Energy Assistance Programs, Medicare Savings Program, Medicare Part D extra help, Medicaid, etc. 702-765-4030 Three Square - Serving the Southern Nevada community

GROCERY/RX DELIVERY

Reliable Grocery Delivery - delivery of groceries to SCS residents for a fee of 10% of the cost of the groceries (minimum of $10.00). Prescriptions delivered for $10.00. Call Stacey Hughes at 509-833-9331

HANDYMEN

Sun City Summerlin Volunteers - volunteer handymen who will do basic maintenance for residents. Services include changing light bulbs, replacing heating/air conditioning filters, drawer glides, hinges, etc. Office hours are Mon-Fri from 9:00am-11:00am. 702-254-5831

HEARING IMPAIRED

CapTel Telephone - telephone that displays written captions of the conversation. Free to residents with hearing loss. 800-233-9130 CapTel Captioned Telephones & Hearing Loss Solutions

CaptionCall Telephone - telephone that displays written captions of the conversation. Free to residents with hearing loss. 877-557-2227 Get CaptionCall — 100% No-Cost for Caption Service, Equipment, and Install | Sorenson Communications

ClearCaptions Telephone - telephone that displays written captions of the conversation. If the resident does not have a landline, there is a one time charge of $19.99. 866-289-6059 ClearCaptions - Phone & Caption Call App

Care Chest - hearing aids for low-income residents. 866-206-5242 CARE Chest

NV Assistive Technology Resource Center - provides telecommunications equipment and other devices (usually at no charge) for people who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech difficulties. 702-496-0817 Nevada Telecommunication Equipment Distribution Program for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Speech Impaired (NTEDP) | Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities | University of Nevada, Reno

HOME MODIFICATION AND REPAIR

Care Chest - independent living program for people with a severe permanent disability which covers home modifications. Income qualifications. 866-206-5242 CARE Chest

HELP of Southern Nevada - Weatherization program that assists low-income households with repairs such as weather stripping, blowing insulation, broken windows, testing and replacing household appliances. Income qualifications. 702-795-0575 Weatherization — HELP of Southern Nevada

Helping Hands of Vegas Valley - home maintenance and minor repair program. 702-633-7264 Home Maintenance & Minor Repair Program – HHOVV

Multigenerational Home Modifications - Certified Aging-In-Place specialist who conducts home safety assessments (price range is $250-$350 depending on the size of the home but may be covered by insurance) and works with a contractor to make the suggested modifications. 702-660-1140 Multigenerational Home Modifications | Safety for your family

RAMP (Renovate, Accessible, Mobility, Prevention) - a NV Senior Services home modification program - a specialist will evaluate the home and recommend changes to increase the accessibility, mobility and safety. No charge for the initial visit - cost of the modifications is based on income and disability. 702-538-8743 Home Modifications – RAMP – Nevada Senior Services

Rebuilding Together - provides critical home repairs for low-income seniors. Income qualifications for all programs except Safe at Home - staff will conduct a safety assessment of the home and install needed equipment such as smoke/CO2 detectors, grab bars, fire extinguishers, etc. at no charge. 702-259-4900 RTSN

Senior Resource Nevada - Certified Aging-In-Place specialist who conducts a home safety assessment (which might be billable to Medicare) and works with a contractor/handyman to make the suggested modifications. 702-209-0305 Home - Senior Resource Nevada

SHIFT (Safe Home Improvements Funding and Training Program) and City of Las Vegas Rehabilitation Program - provides funds or home repairs for low- and moderate-income residents. Income qualifications vary based on the type of repairs. 702-229-7444 Housing Services

HOSPICE

Nathan Adelson Hospice - provides comfort and support for patients with a terminal disease. Services are billed to your insurance and can be provided at home, in a group home, assisted living facilities or at their Inpatient Unit. 702-733-0320 Nathan Adelson Hospice

LEGAL SERVICES

Clark County Neighborhood Justice Center - provides free mediation for any minor civil matter. 702-455-3898 Clark County Justice Court, NV

Southern Nevada Senior Law Program - no-cost legal services for seniors. 702-229-6596 Southern Nevada Senior Law Program – Empowering Seniors Through No-Cost Legal Services

MAIL DELIVERY

USPS Request for Door Delivery Due to Hardship or Medical Problems - to request delivery of mail to your door instead of your mailbox, complete PS Form 1528 (online at the link below) and attach a statement from your doctor indicating you cannot collect your mail from your box at the curb. Mail or drop it off at the Summerlin post office. Must be renewed annually. If I have Hardship or Medical Problems, how do I request Door Delivery?

MEDICAL ALERT SYSTEMS

Alert 1 - in home and mobile medical alert systems; fall detection available. 800-693-5433 Alert-1 Medical Alerts for Seniors

Vital Link - in home and mobile medical alert systems; fall detection available. 800-752-5522 Medical Alert Systems | Best Senior Alert System Companies | Vital-Link

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

Anything Medical - medical equipment sales and rental, medical supplies, and repairs to medical equipment. Self-pay only - no insurance accepted. 702-966-2116 Anything Medical

Care Chest - medical equipment, diabetic supplies and supplemental medical nutrition such as Ensure, Glucerna, etc. Income restrictions but if a resident does not qualify, he/she can enroll in Club CARE Chest for a $50 annual fee to receive the equipment at no charge. 866-206-5242 CARE Chest

Foundation Assisting Seniors (FAS) - short term loans of durable medical equipment. Visit Sunshine Services Club for small equipment (see list below) but use FAS for oxygen concentrators, hospital beds, scooters, knee walkers, electric wheelchairs, lift chairs and Hoyer lifts. Some items require a nonrefundable deposit to cover repairs, replacement batteries, cleaning, etc. Pick up at their Henderson office or they can deliver within a week. 725-244-4200 FAS – Foundation Assisting Seniors

Sunshine Services Club - located in Sun City Summerlin next to the Patrol Office, this organization will loan medical equipment for short term needs (canes, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, transport chairs and shower chairs) at no charge to residents. Hours are Mon-Sat 9:00am-11:00am and Mon-Fri 1:00pm-3:00pm. 702-341-9741

MEDICAL SERVICES AT HOME

Doctoroo - provides same day urgent care medical services to patients in their home and are available 365 days per year. They accept most insurance plans including Medicare. 888-888-9930 Doctoroo | House Calls | Las Vegas | Reno and Carson City

Physicians to Home - physicians who provide healthcare to patients in their home - must be homebound (leaving home requires a considerable and taxing effort due to illness or injury) and the only insurance that is accepted is Original Medicare. Services include doctor visits, labs, x-rays, EKG, Rx refills, etc. 702-971-0206 (new patients) and 702-544-0179 (existing patients) Home - Physicians To Home

MENTAL HEALTH

Dignity Health Senior Peer Counseling - counselors who help peers age 50+ deal with loneliness, stress, health issues, loss and bereavement, etc. Cost is $10.00 per session. 725-307-8913 Healthy Aging | Nevada Hospitals | Dignity Health | Dignity Health

NUTRITION

DG Dietetics - registered dietician who specializes in weight management, prediabetes, type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Fee for service program which includes one-on-one counseling, group counseling, group classes and grocery shopping tour. 702-530-4697 DG Dietetics | registered dietititan las vegas

PALLIATIVE CARE

Elaine Wynn Palliative Care - focuses on relieving and preventing pain and other symptoms for patients who are at any stage of a serious illness. Services are billed to your insurance company. 702-947-6980 Nathan Adelson Hospice

PERSONAL CARE AND RESPITE CARE (short-term temporary relief to those who are caring for family members). See also Respite Vouchers

Clark County Social Service Homemaker Home Health Aide - provides free short and long-term homemaking and personal care services to elderly adults who meet income qualifications. 702-455-4270 Welcome to Clark County, NV

Golden Heart Senior Care - provides companion care, home care services, and personal care services so clients can live independently in their homes. Covered by some insurances, VA and Medicaid but not Medicare. They will refer clients to other agencies who can help with the financial costs. 702-800-4616 Las Vegas Home Care Services by Golden Heart Senior Care

Home Instead - Fee-for-service home care including personal care, home helper, transportation, respite care, etc. 702-213-6772 In Home Senior Care | Home Instead | Las Vegas, NV

Imagine Companions - Non-medical companionship which includes visits, outings, errands, haircuts, light grocery shopping and meal planning, etc. 702-682-1383 Connection. Companionship. Peace of Mind. Serving Las Vegas | Connect and Thrive Today

Jewish Family Service Agency - volunteers who provide assistance and friendship to seniors of all faiths who are homebound and isolated. The companion will visit 4 hours/week and can assist with light household tasks, visiting, playing games, driving the client to the store, etc. No income qualifications. 702-732-0304 Senior Companion Program | JFSA

NV Senior Services Respite Care - provides 4 hours/week of free non-medical in-home respite care for live-in caregivers. Income qualifications. 702-648-3425 Respite & Personal Care – Nevada Senior Services

NV Senior Services PCS (Personal Care Services) - a fee-for-service nonprofit program that provides assistance with bathing, toileting, house cleaning, etc. for a minimum of 4 hours/week. No eligibility requirements and rates are less than for-profit companies. 702-648-3425 Respite & Personal Care – Nevada Senior Services

NV Senior Services Adult Day Care Center - open Mon-Fri from 7:30am-5:30pm and Sat from 8:00am-6:00pm. A full range of activities are offered along with 2 meals and 2 snacks. Cost is on a sliding scale based on income. 702-648-3425 Adult Day Care – Nevada Senior Services

Visiting Angels - provides companion care, home care services, and personal care services so clients can live independently in their homes. Visiting Angels is partners with Cognitive Care Services dba YA Partners USA in the Medicare GUIDE program which provides no-cost respite care to eligible Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers. Must have a diagnosis of dementia. 702-562-3322 Senior Home Care Agency in Las Vegas, NV | Visiting Angels

REFERRAL SERVICES

City of Las Vegas Care Coordination Program - assists residents with accessing and navigating community resources. 702-229-1200

Desert Spring Community Resource Center - connects clients with partner agencies based on their needs such as healthcare, housing, mental health services, utility assistance, and more. Also has a food pantry. 725-295-1180 Food Pantry & Resources

Nevada Care Connection - resource navigators can provide information about services, resources and programs available to you. 702-933-1191 Nevada Care Connection | Adult & Caregiver Support Services

NV 211 - maintains a list of over 1,300 agencies in their database and can connect individuals with essential health and human services information and resources. 866-535-5654 or 211 Nevada 211 Health and Human Services | Helping Nevadans

RESPITE VOUCHERS

Alzheimer's Association - offers a $1,000 grant that can be used to pay for respite care (for example, in-home care a few hours each week) providing the caregiver a break. 800-272-3900 (24/7 helpline) Desert Southwest Chapter | Alzheimer’s Association

Helping Hands of Vegas Valley - grants of $1,000 are awarded to individuals caring for a senior 60 or over giving the caregiver the opportunity to either have someone come to their home to care for their loved one for a few hours each week, have them attend a “daycare” program, or place them in a care facility for a few days.  All this enables the caregiver to take a break. 702-633-7264 Respite Care Program – HHOVV

Hilarity for Charity (HFC)- HFC awards grants to those providing care to their loved ones living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. The in-home grant covers 100 hours total of respite care to be used within 3 months of being awarded. Apply on-line: Supporting Caregivers: The Impact of Care Grants - Hilarity For Charity