Programs

Council on Aging Program

Events, News, Programs

Join us online on the second Thursday of each month.

Senior Care Calls

News, Programs

A program to reduce senior isolation.

Annual Reports (PDF)

Programs

We are passionate about helping those for whom aging often presents the greatest hardship.

Affordable Medicine Options for Seniors (AMOS)

Programs

A free service that helps seniors lower the cost of their medicines.

Aging: A Family Affair

Events, News, Programs

Provides practical information for seniors, family members, caregivers, and professionals

Connecting Hearts

Programs

Provides help and companionship to those who have been identified as extremely socially isolated.

Council on Aging

Programs

The advisory body to the Office on Aging. Membership is open to organizations and individuals.

Daily Living Center

Programs

Provides community-based services to Knox County residents in need of a structured program.

East Tennessee 2-1-1

Programs

Serves as the first point of access to all community services, including shelter, housing, and food.

Elder Abuse Community Outreach Program

Programs

Identifies and fill gaps in the criminal justice and social services systems.

Foster Grandparent Program

Programs

Provides opportunities for qualified people to work with children having special needs.

Gift of Sight, Hearing & Dentures

Programs

Provides eyeglasses, hearing aids, and dentures through a loan fund.

Grandparents As Parents Program

Programs

Provides support, information, and referrals to local resources for those who are "parenting again."

Knox County CAC Transit

Programs

Provides access to community resources by providing safe, comfortable transportation for local residents.

Knox PAWS (Placing Animals With Seniors) and Feed-A-Pet

Programs

Matches seniors with adoptable pets.

Personal Emergency Response System

Programs

A Personal Emergency Response System helps older adults stay safe and independent in their own homes.

Mobile Affordable Meal Service

Programs

Provides meals (the same menu as Mobile Meals) for individuals who pay a fee for the service.

Mobile Meals & Senior Nutrition Program

Events, Programs

Serves five meals weekly to residents who are at least 60 and cannot cook for themselves.

John T. O’Connor Senior Center

Programs

An activity center where seniors can not only add years to their lives, but add life to their years.

Project LIVE (Living Independently through Volunteer Efforts)

Programs

Serves homebound seniors (age 60+) who have limited support and income.

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

Programs

Your experience are valuable and can be helpful towards a community need.

Rise Above Crime

Programs

Rise Above Crime is a free program that supports older adults who have been victimized by crime. Services are provided by caring professionals that aim...

Savings Check Up

Programs

Are you on Medicare? Do you need extra money for medicine, groceries, or utilities? The Office on Aging’s Savings Check Up can help you maximize...

Senior Information & Referral

Programs

Offers information to senior citizens, their family members, civic groups, and others.

Senior Community Service Employment Program

Programs

Places seniors in part-time paid community service assignments for on-the-job training.

Senior Companion Program

Programs

Provides support services to older persons who have unmet physical, mental, or social needs.

Senior Employment Service

Programs

Offers a number of services to seniors who are looking for employment., all free of charge.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Outreach

Programs

SNAP provides extra money to buy nutritious food needed for good health.

Volunteer Assisted Transportation

Programs

Provides rides for seniors and persons with disabilities who need assistance to travel safely.