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Houston Housing Authority - www.housingforhouston.com - The agency's programs provide more than 19,000 units of affordable housing and serve more than 55,000 Houstonians. This website includes information about our many housing programs and affordable housing developments, client services and important contact information. Senior Communities, Senior Services - Services include free and reduced-cost medications, food stamp referrals, meal donations, Medicaid application assistance along with rent and utility assistance. Literacy book clubs have also been established at senior developments, as well as organized shopping trips for elderly residents. Houston Housing Resource Inc - www.housingforhouston.com/hhr-nonprofit.aspx - services include but are not limited to youth programs and services, community safety programs, case management, homeownership education, GED classes, job search, résumé preparation, life skills training, technology training, literacy training, tax preparation, housing choice, community revitalization and credit counseling. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Services for Seniors - http://portal.hud.gov/portal/page/portal/HUD/topics/information_for_senior_citizens - Looking for housing options for yourself, an aging parent, relative, or friend? Do some research first to determine what kind of assistance or living arrangement you need; what your health insurance might cover; and what you can afford. Then check here for financial assistance resources and guides for making the right choice. Talk to a HUD-approved housing counselor if you have questions about your situation. Medicare.gov Nursing Homes Search - www.medicare.gov/nursing/overview.asp - Nursing Home Compare - This tool has detailed information about every Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home in the country. Before you get started, you or your family member may have other long-term care choices like community-based services, home care, or assisted living depending on your needs and resources. For more information, see Alternatives to Nursing Homes. Download the Nursing Home Compare Database Nursing Home Checklist - www.medicare.gov/nursing/checklist.pdf City of Houston, Housing and Community Development - www.houstontx.gov/housing - provide decent housing, create a suitable living environment and expand economic opportunities, principally for low and moderate income persons A Place for Mom - www.aplaceformom.com - We are a free referral service helping families find nursing homes, assisted living, Alzheimer's care, retirement communities, home care, and other senior care options. Our experienced Eldercare Advisors have assisted thousands of families with the difficult task of selecting senior care. Alternatives for Seniors - www.alternativesforseniors.com - a print and online directory that specifically caters to the housing and care concerns of senior citizens and their families. Gain access to information from thousands of nationwide health and care facilities without ever leaving your computer. SeniorOutlook.com - www.senioroutlook.com - An after 55 Housing and Resource Guide - www.senioroutlook.com/medicare.asp (Medicare and Medicaid outline) |
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