Mark your calendars! We will be kicking off our free caregiver Lunch & Learn seminar series.
Mark your calendars! We will be kicking off our free caregiver Lunch & Learn seminar series this fall on Saturday, October 7th, 2017 at the Tooele County Senior Expo with an expert from AARP. The next Friday, October 13th, and each Friday the rest of the month, we have arranged for guests to speak on […]
Tooele County Senior Expo Oct. 7, 2017
Don’t miss the Senior Expo Oct. 7, 2017 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Tooele Technical College at 88 S. Tooele Blvd. Tooele County Senior Expo 2017
Seminars for Caregivers
Join us for free classes presented by experts on different topics pertinent to caregiving.
Meals on Wheels Program
The Meals on Wheels Program helps adults 60 years of age and older (who can no longer drive themselves) remain independent in their homes by providing a nutritious daily meal (Monday – Friday, meals are not delivered on weekends or holidays). The suggested contribution per meal is $4.00. CONTACT INFORMATION Meals On Wheels Program: (435) […]
Stepping On- Building Confidence and Reducing Falls
STEPPING ON -BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND REDUCING FALLS FALLS PREVENTION – Stepping On is an interactive evidenced-based work shop series. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Simple and fun balance and strength training The role vision plays in keeping your balance How medication can contribute to falls Ways to stay safe when out and about What to look […]
Senior Health Insurance Information Program (S.H.I.P.)
Medicare Counseling available to explain options about: Medicare Part A, B, C & DMedigap / Supplemental Insurance Organize doctor & hospital bills Education about Senior Fraud and Abuse- See Senior Medicare Patrol for more information Assistance in applying for Medicare Savings Programs and extra help For more information call (435)277-2420.
Medicaid Aging Waiver Program
Provide services to help older adults remain in their homes or other community based settings 65 years of age and older Must be eligible for both Medicaid or Medicare Assistance with homemaking and personal care and other services For more information call (435) 277-2420 or (435)277-2455 or email desirae.taylor@tooeleco.gov
Ombudsman
Supporting and protecting the rights of individuals living in long-term care facilities. Advocate for Long-term Care Residents Provide information about resident’s rights and resources available to them Investigate any issue which affects the resident’s quality of life and care Work with residents, their families and facility staff to resolve problems For more information call: 435-277-2456 […]
Senior Centers
Senior Centers provide an opportunity for older adults to remain active and engaged in the community. Programs and services include: Information about community resources Opportunities for socialization Daily meal Educational presentations Preventative health activities Volunteer opportunities Entertainment and recreational activities Center locations: 59 E. Vine Street in Tooele, Phone (435) 843-4110 120 S. Center Street […]
Caregiver Support Resources
INFORMATION, SERVICES, ASSISTANCE, TRAINING AND SUPPORT FOR CAREGIVERS OF FRAIL, OLDER ADULTS. Are you an adult caregiver providing care for someone over the age of 60? Are you a Grandparent caring for Grandchildren under the age of 18 or a disabled adult 19-59? Do you need a break? Give Tooele County Aging Services, Caregiver Support […]