Senior Services Directory
A comprehensive resource available at no charge.
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Caregiving and Eldercare Assistance
Research shows that caregivers do a better job if they take respite.
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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.
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Activities and Recreation
Programs and agencies that offer activities for seniors. Some are free, others vary by cost.
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Adult Day Services
This section includes licensed facilities in Knox and contiguous counties.
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Alcohol and Drug Problems
Programs that provide information, assessment, or treatment referral for substance-abuse issues.
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Alzheimer’s Resources
Services that can benefit Alzheimer’s patients and their families or caregivers.
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Assessment
A multidisciplinary evaluation of a person’s memory or physical and psychological health.
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Assisted Living
For a description and list of assisted living facilities, see Housing.
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Case Management
A case manager evaluates an older person’s situation to determine services needed.
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Consumer Information
Resources for computer-related services free to qualifying individuals.
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Counseling Services
Agencies provide counseling free, on a sliding scale, or bill Medicare, TennCare, or private insurance.
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Crisis and Hardship Assistance
Provides limited help with food, shelter, clothing, utilities, supplies and fuel.
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Dental Care
Programs that provide discounted and free care for people who meet eligibility.
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Dialysis Clinics
A listing of more than a dozen dialysis clinics in Knox County.
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Disability Services
The Americans with Disabilities Act protects the civil rights of persons with disabilities.
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Driver Safety
Services to help drivers stay safely behind the wheel.
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Elder Abuse
Information, emergency assistance, and ongoing support for victims of abuse.
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Employment
Help with the challenge of finding part-time or full-time employment at an older age.
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Eye Services
Access to low-cost eye exams, glasses, and rehabilitation for patients with visual impairments.
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Family Caregiver Support
Services for family or other caregivers taking care of frail persons over age 60.
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Food and Nutrition
Affordable access to food, produce, and dietary supplements.
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Funeral Information
Local volunteers for Funeral Consumers Alliance provide information on ways to reduce funeral expenses.