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Resources for Seniors


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Los Angeles City Dept. of Aging
Many resources, see pictures from their March 12, 2008 presentation at the Encino-Tarzana Library below.

California Dept. of Aging
See their Related Links - List of Helpful Sites

ONE Generation
Local free programs and resources for seniors, children, and their families: yoga, lunch, daycare, Farmer's Market, advice.

State Bar of California -- Consumer Education pamphlets
Including "Seniors and the Law; A Guide for Maturing Californians" and Resource Card "Seniors Who to Contact"

"Where to turn for senior assistance" Los Angeles Times, March 3, 2008
Emphasis on information, technology, and specialists for aging in place

Senior Health
Center for Healthy Aging
Part of National Council on Aging. Look at Health Topics

Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Preventing falls among older adults Scroll down for a list of websites

National Institutes of Health
Health and wellness information for older adults.

From the Encino Sun 3/28/08 - 4/3/08 issue
Many resources for seniors listed in the following categories: activities and education, community programs and resources, health and wellness, volunteer opportunities, and senior discounts

Webrary Senior Center
Extensive resources, most are nation-wide (Morton Grove Public Library).

Los Angeles County Dept. of Community and Senior Services
Not very useful for city residents

Ms Isip, presenter
Ms Rosario Isip explained the services offered by the Department of Aging
audience
Refreshments were provided by the Friends of the Library
Ms Adams, Councilman's representative
Ms Sheree Adams, Aide to Councilman Dennis P. Zine, mentioned help available through the Councilman's office.
audience
There was standing room only for the presentation.

 

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