| Local
and State Resources |
| Alabama
Department of Senior Services |
Empowers Alabama's citizens to age successfully
Services vary from county to county depending on availability.
Web site features useful information and links to many
aging agencies. 1-800-AGE-LINE (1-800-243-5463) |
Jefferson
County Office of Senior Citizens
|
The goal of the Office of Senior Citizens Services is
to support senior citizens in their quest for wellness
and self-sufficiency. |
Seniors
Resource Guide of Birmingham Metro
|
A directory of senior information and resources |
| AARP:
Alabama Association of Retired Persons |
State office in Montgomery 334-954-3042
Offers the AARP Driver Safety Program (Find a class: 1-888-227-7669)
Offers help with taxes, grief and loss programs, and help
with legal problems
Members receive monthly magazine |
| Alabama Advocacy & Elder Rights: Legal
Assistance |
1-800-243-5463
Provides a statewide system of legal professionals assisting
older adults to protect and secure the rights, benefits
and dignity of older persons. Must be of a t least 60
years of age.
Virginia Bell
Human Services Planner/Legal Services Developer
Alabama Department of Senior Services
770 Washington Ave., RSA Plaza, Suite 470
P.O. Box 301851
Montgomery, AL 36130-1851
Tel: (334) 242-5753 Fax: (334) 242-5594
Email:vbell@adss.state.al.us
|
| Alzheimer's
of Central Alabama |
Alzheimer's of Central Alabama is a nonprofit volunteer
organization and resource center serving Alzheimer's patients,
caregivers and professionals. |
| National Resources |
| Social
Security Online |
The official site for the Social Security Administration;
learn about your benefits and how to apply for them. |
| New
Medicare Prescription Drug Plan |
Learn about the New Medicare Prescription Drug Plan,
learn if you qualify and apply online. |
| Medicare |
The Official U.S. Government Site for People with Medicare. |
| Medicare
Prescription Drug Plan (PDP) |
Indepth information about the new Medicare Prescription
Drug Plan. |