Resources for Seniors
Los Angeles County Resources
Workforce Development, Aging and Community Services (WDACS) and the City of Los Angeles Department of Aging provide free, home-delivered meals to older adults age 60 and older who are impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. Sign up if you need this service at 1-800-510-2020.
- Remove packaged food from delivery bags and dispose of delivery bags or boxes.
- Wash hands with soap and warm water for 20 seconds before handling food and before eating.
- Refrigerate all perishable foods as soon as possible and always within two hours after purchase or delivery if it has not been consumed.
- Food should only be delivered/received from food facilities permitted by a local health jurisdiction.
Food Delivery Services (Free and Paid):
Critical Delivery Service
LA County launched a free delivery program for older adults and individuals with disabilities. This program, called Critical Delivery Service, will deliver groceries, household items, and other vital necessities to LA County residents who are unable to leave their homes due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
What To Know:
- Items may be delivered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at no cost to the client
- No application process is required (items must be pre-paid & ready for pickup)
- Service may be used up to four times or 40 miles/month, whichever comes first
To schedule a delivery call 1-888-863-7411 (Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm)
Workforce Development, Aging and Community Services (WDACS)
Meal delivery for seniors who are homebound.
800-510-2020
City of Los Angeles Department of Aging
Meal delivery for seniors who are homebound.
213-482-7252
Meals on Wheel
Meal delivery for older adults who are homebound.
1-888-998-6325
LA Regional Food Bank
Monthly food kits for low-income seniors. Each kit contains mostly shelf-stable staples such as milk, grains, beans and canned fruits and vegetables.
1734 East 41st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90058
323-234-3030
https://www.lafoodbank.org/programs/commodity-supplemental-food-program/
Project Angel Food
Meals and nutrition counseling for people with chronic health conditions.
323-845-1810
CalFresh Restaurant Meals Program
Low-cost prepared meals for individuals enrolled in CalFresh
1-877-847-3669
http://www.cdss.ca.gov/Benefits-Services/Food-Nutrition-Services/Restaurant-Meals-Program
Instacart
Grocery home delivery. If no delivery times are available, you may have to try again during non-peak hours.
1-888-246-7822
Imperfect Produce
Discounted produce box delivery and reduced prices for SNAP eligible customers
1-510-595-6683
- Remove packaged food from delivery bags and dispose of delivery bags or boxes.
- Wash hands with soap and warm water for 20 seconds before handling food and before eating.
- Refrigerate all perishable foods as soon as possible and always within two hours after purchase or delivery if it has not been consumed.
- Food should only be delivered/received from food facilities permitted by a local health jurisdiction.
Retailers Offering Delivery Services
CVS www.cvs.com
Walgreens www.walgreens.com
Target www.target.com
Office Depot www.officedepot.com
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day www.mrsmeyers.com
Home Depot www.homedepot.com
The Refillery L.A.
Mobile refill station for soaps, detergents, cleaning supplies, personal care products and pet care are sold by the ounce. Mobile van service provides free house calls for seniors who apply online and arrange a visit. Seniors can place empty reusable containers outside to be picked up, filled, and left at the door, or can have Refillery fill up a new reusable container for a cost.
Services individuals in the West Los Angeles Area
Sustain LA
Refill store with soaps, detergent and cleaning supply with some local delivery options for East Los Angeles area. Clients should call the store to arrange.
5214 Monte Vista St, Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 274-4383
- Remove packaged food from delivery bags and dispose of delivery bags or boxes.
- Wash hands with soap and warm water for 20 seconds before handling food and before eating.
- Refrigerate all perishable foods as soon as possible and always within two hours after purchase or delivery if it has not been consumed.
- Food should only be delivered/received from food facilities permitted by a local health jurisdiction.
Petco
PetSmart
Chewy
Cat Person
Pet Plate
The Farmer's Dog
Telemedicine
Postpone non-essential doctor visits, including elective procedures, annual checkups and other non-essential appointments. Older adults who are managing chronic health conditions can stay in touch with their doctors' office through telemedicine, which enables doctors and patients to communicate over video, email or phone. Call your doctors' offices to check for telemedicine options.
Medication Quantity Limit Exception
Gather one to three months of medications. Ask your doctor to help you submit a quantity limit exception form due to potential health risks if unable to secure medications in a timely manner. More information available on this website:
https://www.goodrx.com/blog/prescription-quantity-limits-insurance-plans-limit-coverage/
Pharmacy Delivery Services
Pharmacies are offering free prescription medication deliveries on eligible prescription medications. Check with your local pharmacy for their no-contact delivery options. Links and contact information for example pharmacy delivery services are provided below:
CVS
1-800-237-2767
Walgreens
1-800-797-3345
Walmart
1-800-273-3455
If pharmacy delivery options are not available to you, ask your healthcare provider to fill a 90-day supply of your medication and use pharmacy drive-through for pick-up.
Healthcare Planning and Access
Gather the names and contact information for all of your health care service providers and pharmacies, including name, number, email and websites. Download this Wallet Medication Card to conveniently carry all of your important health information.
For seniors over 65 who are in need of free or low-cost health care coverage, contact your local Public Social Services (DPSS) Office and/or apply on-line:
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, ACCESS Line
Mental health hotline available 24 hours/day and 7 days/week. Includes mental health screening, assessment, referrals and crisis counseling for Los Angeles County residents.
(800) 854-7771 or TEXT "LA" TO 741741
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, System Navigators
Assistance for individuals and families who need to access mental health and other supportive services. Available in Service Provider Areas 4 and 8.
(213) 351-7209
Institute on Aging
24-hour toll-free Friendship Line and Crisis Line for people aged 60 years and older, and adults living with disabilities. Provides round-the-clock emotional support, Elder abuse reporting, Well-being checks, Grief support through assistance and reassurance, Active suicide intervention, Information and referrals for isolated older adults, and adults living with disabilities.
1-800-971-0016
WarmLine, LA County Department of Mental Health
The LA WarmLine provides telephone support services to people living in Los Angeles County. Services include telephone support and live chat.
The warmline is designed to aid people who are having difficulty coping with the stresses and crises which arise in daily living or who are concerned about particular personal or interpersonal problems. Some of the issues talked about may include mental illness, substance abuse, loneliness, family relations, bereavement and suicidal feelings. The warmline clarifies the callers issues and offers support and guidance to assist callers to find their own resolution, but does not give advice. All calls are handled confidentially, and referrals are available for additional or ongoing services if needed.
M-F: 5P.M. – 10P.M.
Sat-Sun: 11A.M. – 4 P.M.
English: (855) 952-9276
Español: (888) 448-4055
In Home Support Services
Home Care Services for low income individuals who are disabled, blind or elderly. Services may include housecleaning, meal preparations, laundry, grocery shopping, personal care services, and accompaniment to medical appointments. In-Home Supportive Services, also known as IHSS, can help pay for services if you're a low-income elderly, blind or disabled individual, including children, so that you can remain safely in your own home. IHSS is considered an alternative to out-of-home care, such as nursing homes or board and care facilities.
888-822-9622
http://dpss.lacounty.gov/wps/portal/dpss/main/programs-and-services/in-home-supportive-services/
Family Caregiver Support Center
Providing support to caregivers who provide services to seniors. Supportive services include information, assessment, individual consultations, respite, education, and training.
855-872-6060
Alzheimer's Association
Care and support for those affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias. Provides support groups, information, resources and more.
844-435-7259
AARP Caregiver Resource Guide
Lists of various government and nonprofit resources to help connect caregivers with services and support.
Elder Care Locator
Public service for older adults and their families.
800-677-1116
Elder Care On Line
Senior resources, home health care advice and an online community where supportive peers and professionals help you improve quality of life for seniors and their caregivers.
Stay Connected
Social connection for seniors in Long Beach area. Sign up for twice a week topic specific short phone messages. Currently in English, soon in Spanish.
562-570-3548
Friendly Caller
Social connection for seniors who are homebound. Trained and vetted callers maintain on-going relationship with seniors in Long Beach area.
562-570-3548
Daily Call Sheet
Fun, social connection program for seniors who are members or related to members of the Motion Picture and Television Fund. Participants can have two phone calls per week with volunteers to share professional insights and experiences, reminisce about the good times in the business, or just enjoy talking about current events and family activities. No obligation, just friendly conversation.
818-876-1191
GoldenTALK Senior Hot Line
Chat and crisis line for adults 60 years of age and older. The chat line helps older people facing social isolation through warm conversations and providing referrals in case of crisis. Concerned family members may also request wellness calls to their beloved older adults.
www.kpfk.org/blogs/community-resources/post/goldentalk-senior-chat-line/
Silver Surfer
Online communities where people "talk" (message) to each other as frequently as they like. Senior chat rooms are online sites that cater to the senior crowd.
HelpGuide
Tips to help older adults get started safely and make exercising fun.
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/healthy-living/exercise-and-fitness-as-you-age.htm
Go4Life
Instructor led 60 ' exercise video for 50 +. Workout featuring a warm up; strength, flexibility, and balance exercises; and a cool down with stretches. Designed specifically for adults over age 50. It can be done almost anywhere. The video also includes instructions on how to modify the exercises to meet different needs. The Go4Life Campaign from the National Institute on Aging focuses on encouraging older adults to make exercise and physical activity a part of their daily life.
Silver Sneakers
Instructor lead 42' workout program encouraging older adults to participate in physical activities that will help them to maintain greater control of their health.
Flex Together
On-line fitness made social. Provides opportunity to connect with family and friends in a new way by exercising together online. Interact over video chat, while expert instructors lead low-impact classes.
State Bar Foundation
Legal Services are available to assist older adults and adults with disabilities with a variety of legal problems concerning housing, consumer fraud, elder abuse, Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Medicare, Medi-Cal, age discrimination, pensions, nursing homes, protective services, conservatorships, and other matters.
213-765-1000
www.calbar.ca.gov/Public/Free-Legal-Information/Legal-Guide-Pamphlets
Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Representatives assist residents in long-term care facilities with issues related to day-to-day care, health, safety, and personal preferences. Problems can include, but are not limited to: violation of patient rights or dignity; physical, verbal or emotional abuse; poor quality of care; dietary concerns; improper transfer /discharge issues; and physical and/or chemical retrain
800-334-9473
310-393-3618
www.aging.ca.gov/Programs_and_Services/Long-Term_Care_Ombudsman/
Los Angeles Department of Public Health
California Department of Public Health - Guidance for Seniors and People with Underlying Conditions
Get Help
If you have questions and would like to speak to someone, or need help finding medical care, call the Los Angeles County Information line 2-1-1, which is available 24/7.
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