Our Programs - The Senior Source

Our Services for Older Adults

Our Volunteer Opportunities

Services for Older Adults

Elder Support Program For older adults and family members in the unfamiliar position of care giving, eldercare specialists are available to counsel, provide information and help in planning ahead.

Senior Prescription Assistance Low-income older adults receive assistance in accessing free or low cost medications. This is a part of the Elder Support Program.

Senior Employment Program Mature job seekers are provided with job search techniques, skills assessment, networking seminars and job leads.

Nursing Home Ombudsman Program Trained volunteers and agency staff work to improve the quality of life in nursing homes and assisted living facilities through advocacy and complaint resolution.

Guardianship and Money Management Program Trained volunteers assist staff in improving the quality of life for vulnerable elderly who the probate courts have determined to be incapacitated. Trained money management volunteers help low-income seniors who need budgeting assistance.

New! ElderCare Partners Our fee-based geriatric care management program for those seeking solutions to the changing circumstances of an older adult and needing help to ensure the highest quality of life possible for their loved one. With highly trained, licensed professionals and over 50 years’ experience in Dallas caring for older adults, The Senior Source provides the best resource to provide peace of mind.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Boomer Green Corps - A new civic engagement program that connects Boomers age 50+ with community projects involving the environment.

RSVP This is the clearinghouse for volunteer activities for older adults. RSVP matches older adults with volunteer opportunities at approximately 200 nonprofit organizations.

Foster Grandparent Program Low income older adults are paired with troubled, disabled or hospitalized children. A small stipend is provided.

Off Our Rockers Volunteers mentor and tutor K-3rd graders, who need special attention in area schools. This part of the RSVP program.

AGE – Advocacy Group for Elders Community members work together to develop and implement strategies to address issues affecting older people.

Senior Companion Program Elderly with physical and emotional needs receive extra care from l older adults so they can be independent in their own homes. A small stipend is provided to the low-income senior companion.

Friendly Visitor Individuals and groups visit nursing homes to lessen the isolation of frail elderly residents. They play games, share stories, throw holiday parties...the possibilities are endless. This is a part of the Nursing Home Ombudsman Program.

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