Caregiving and Eldercare Assistance
Research shows that caregivers do a better job if they take respite.
The Senior Service Directory is available at no charge to anyone who needs it. If this directory is useful to you or to your loved one, please thank the generous sponsors who have made it possible!
NOTE: If you or relative is in an age-related crisis or planning for later years, the Action Guide offers basic information to help. For immediate needs, please refer to the list of Important Numbers.
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Consumer Protection
It is important to take precautions before providing personal information.
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Elder Abuse, Exploitation, and Neglect
It is against the law to abuse, neglect, or exploit a disabled or older adult.
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Funeral Planning
Planning can help families avoid hasty and expensive decisions.
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Housing
Changing living arrangements can be a major event for an older person.
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Legal Services
Attorneys can become certified elder law specialists.
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Long-Term Care and Health Care Facilities
Facilities where professionals care for people with chronic or acute illnesses or injuries.
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Social Security
Full retirement age is currently at age 66 years and 10 months (2021).
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Medicare
Medicare covers most medical expenses for Americans over the age of 65.
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Medicaid/TennCare
Administered by the state, Medicaid provides medical services to eligible individuals.
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TennCare CHOICES for Long-Term Care
Medicaid pays for nursing home care when a person meets financial and medical criteria.
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Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-term care insurance covers some or all of the costs of nursing home care.
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Reverse Mortgages
A reverse mortgage allows homeowners to use home equity as security for a loan.