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2014-2015 PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY
RESOURCE GUIDE
Activities................................................................... Adult Day Care Centers................................................. Continuing Education.................................................... Elder Abuse............................................................... Emergency Response Systems......................................... Employment............................................................... Financial Assistance..................................................... General Information...................................................... Health...................................................................... Home Care Services..................................................... Hospice and Palliative Care............................................ Housing.................................................................... Kinship Care.............................................................. Legal....................................................................... Library Services.......................................................... Nutritional Programs..................................................... Recreation and Leisure.................................................. Transportation............................................................ Volunteer Opportunities................................................. Youth Services............................................................ More Resources..........................................................
for Seniors & Family Caregivers
Advertising Director Director of Creative Services Prepress Manager Designer
Chauka Reid Ellen Pankake John Schmitz Lorraine Walker
Special thanks to the Prince George’s County Aging and Disability Resource Center, which reviewed and/or updated the listings in this publication.
The Gazette & Gazette-Star FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES, CALL 240-473-7579. Prince George’s Office: 13501 Virginia Manor Road, Laurel, MD 20707 Main Office: 9030 Comprint Court, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Cover photos: Top Row Left to Right: Jupiterimages/Stockbyte/Thinkstock, Jupiterimages/Stockbyte/Thinkstock, Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Thinkstock, Chad Baker/Jason Reed/Ryan McVay/Photodisc/Thinkstock Middle Row Left to Right: Maria Teijeiro/DigitalVision/Thinkstock, Noel Hendrickson/Photodisc/Thinkstock Bottom Row Left to Right: GeorgeDoyle/Valueline/Thinkstock, Jupiterimages/BananaStock/Thinkstock
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ACTIVITIES Senior Centers
Senior centers in Prince George’s County offer a wide range of services for those 60 and older. Special events, recreation, classes, information and referrals are provided at these facilities. Tours and trips for seniors are also offered through these centers and transportation and nutritious hot meals are available.
Helping Hands Adult Day Care
Bowie Senior Center
Joseph A. Gilmore Senior Adult Day Care Center
14900 Health Center Dr., Bowie, MD 20716 301-809-2300 • TTY 301-446-3402
Camp Springs Senior Activity Center
6420 Allentown Road, Camp Springs, MD 20748 301-449-0490 • TTY 301-446-3402
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center
5720 Addison Road, Seat Pleasant, MD 20743 301-386-5525 • TTY 301-446-3402
Greenbelt Senior Center
15 Crescent Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 301-397-2208 • TTY 301-446-3402
Gwendolyn Britt Senior Activity Center
7121 Old Alexandria Ferry Road, Clinton, MD 20735 301-856-5553 • Medical Day Care
Helping Hands Adult Day Care Riverdale Park
4409 East West Highway, Riverdale, MD 20737 301-277-3337 • Medical Day Care 608 Largo Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 301-808-9808 • Fax 301-808-1513 Medical Day Care
Success is Yours
15 Crescent Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 301-534-3153 • Medical Day Care
We Care Adult Services, Inc.
1717 Largo Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 301-925-1515 • Medical Day Care
CONTINUING EDUCATION Prince George’s Community College Senior Program (SAGE)
4009 Wallace Road, North Brentwood, MD 20772 301-699-1238 • TTY 301-446-3402
301-322-0787
John E. Howard Senior Activity Center
301-336-6000
4400 Shell Street, Capitol Heights, MD 20743 301-735-2400 • TTY 301-446-3402
Langley Park Senior Activity Center
Prince George’s Community College, Largo Prince George’s Community College, Hyattsville
301-277-5934
1500 Merrimac Drive, Hyattsville, MD 20783 301-408-4343 • TTY 301-446-3402
University of Maryland, College Park
Laurel-Beltsville Senior Activity Center
Bowie State University
7120 Contee Road, Laurel, MD 20707 301-206-3350 • TTY 301-446-3402
ADULT DAY CARE CENTERS Adult day care is a planned program of activities designed to promote well-being though social and health related services. Adult day care centers operate during daytime hours, Monday through Friday, providing a safe, supportive and cheerful environment. Nutritious meals that accommodate special diets are typically included, along with an afternoon snack. Adult day care centers can be public or private, nonprofit or for-profit. The intent of an adult day center is twofold: • To provide older adults an opportunity to get out of the house and receive both mental and social stimulation • To give caregivers a much-needed break to attend to personal needs, or simply rest and relax Adult day care centers are licensed, monitored group facilities that provide various services including medication management, various types of therapies and meals.
Crescent Ridge Adult Day Care HEMERA TECHNOLOGIES/ABLESTOCK.COM/THINKSTOCK
Golden Age Adult Day Care Center of Bowie, Inc.
3112 Belair Drive, Bowie, Maryland 301-262-3900 • Medical Day Care
7001 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 301-567-1885 • Medical Day Care
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301-405-1000 301-860-4000
Lancaster Bible College 301-552-1400
University of Maryland University College
301-985-7000
Strayer University, Prince George’s Campus (Suitland) 301-423-3600
TESST College of Technology
301-937-8448
ELDER ABUSE There are several types of abuse of older people that are universally recognized. They include physical, psychological, financial, sexual, neglect, rights abuse and self-neglect. Through various agencies, Prince George’s County provides resources and information to help stop and prevent elder abuse.
Prince George’s County Department of Family Services, Administration on Aging Elder Abuse Outreach 301-265-8454
Department of Family Services Administration on Aging Ombudsman Program (Nursing home and assisted living facility) 301-265-8450
Crisis Response 301-927-4500
Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Department Cell Phone Program 301-780-8600
EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEMS Push Button Emergency Help
EMPLOYMENT Maryland Workforce Exchange
301-618-8425 (Prince George’s County One -Stop Career Center)
Senior Training and Employment Program (STEP) 301-265-8487
Prince George’s County Job Hotline
800-338-7114
Lifeline
410-230-6001
Wider Opportunities for Women
202-464-1596
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
1-800-797-4191
Health Care
Life Alert
Medicaid Home & Community Based Services Waiver for Older Adults
2-1-1 Maryland
MedBank
Help By Phone
Social Security Administration
Eviction Prevention
1-877-435-7755
301-265-8450
The Prince George’s County Department of Social Services’ Office of Home Energy Programs helps Prince George’s County’s families pay their utility bills, minimizes heating crises and makes energy costs more affordable. Contact the Prince George’s County Department of Social Services, Energy Assistance Program at 301-909-6300.
American Red Cross 1-866-438-4636
Bethel House
301-372-1700
Catholic Charities 202-772-4300
301-499-2319 301-372-1491
1-800-492-0618 301-699-9009 301-909-6362
Maryland State Department of Human Resources Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP) 1-800-352-1446
Mission of Love
301-333-4440
Salvation Army 301-277-6103
UCAP
(United Community Against Poverty) 301-322-5700
Washington Area Fuel Fund
301-277-6103
Laurel Advocacy 301-776-0442
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1-800- 370-7635
Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
301-265-8450
Utility/Rental Assistance
Maryland State Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, Prince George’s County
Automated Security Alert, Inc.
Community Support Systems
Maryland Unemployment Insurance Claimant Information Service
ADT Security Services, Inc.
570-321-5433
Medicare Social Security Administration
1-800-772-1213
1-800-772-1213
301-313-8000
Alert One
Community Ministries
301-856-9606
301-883-6200
301-216-2112 800-568-1216
Medical Assistance Program (Medicaid)
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FOOD
Prince George’s County Health Department 301-883-7879
Bethel House
Prince George’s County Human Relations Commission
301-372-1700
Bowie Community Pantry
301-883-6170
301-262-6765
Top Banana Home Delivery
Prince George’s County Office of Community Relations
The Jericho City of Praise Church
American Red Cross
301-372-3663
301-952-4729
301-333-0500
1-866-438-4636
Counting All Children
Register of Wills
301-499-2319
301-952-3250
Food Stamps Department of Social Services
Maryland Department of Aging
301-209-5000
1-800-243-3425
UCAP
Veteran’s Administration
301-322-5700
202-273-7453 1-800- 827-4000
HOUSING
Vital Statistics Administration
Emergency housing is provided through the Homeless Hotline. The hotline offers emergency referrals 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for people experiencing homelessness. Individuals and families in need of emergency shelter may call the hotline directly at 888-731-0999 or 301-854-7140.
410-764-3038 (main number)
Environmental Resources Bulky Trash
301-952-7600
Leaf Collection
311 or 301-952-7630
Department of Housing and Community Development
Empty Home/Grass Issues
9400 Peppercorn Place, Largo, MD 20774 301-883–HOME (4663)
311
Public Works
Department of Housing and Community Development Home Ownership Center
DIGITAL VISION/PHOTODISC/THINKSTOCK
301-883–5501 or 301-883-5503
Department of Housing and Community Development Foreclosure Prevention 301-883–HOME (4663)
Department of Housing and Community Development Home Rehabilitation Program
Now run by nonprofit (RIP) 301-699-3835
Department of Housing and Community Development Home Weatherization Assistance Program 301-883-5570
Department of Social Services, Eviction Prevention Program
Trash Removal
Winter Haven
Downed Trees
Help By Phone
Drainage Issues
301-699-9009
GENERAL INFORMATION AND REFERRALS
Laurel Advocacy
AARP
Prince George’s County Department of Social Services Emergency Services Unit
Animal Management Division
301-731-1203
Family Emergency Shelter
1-888-731-0999 or 301-864-7140
301-776-0442
301-209-5000
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Accessible Homes for Seniors Program
Homelessness Prevention
Maryland Homeowners Preserving Equity (HOPE) Hotline-Foreclosure Avoidance Counseling Program 877-462-7555
Community Ministries of Prince George’s County
301-499-2319
301-499-8520
SOFEI Group
Family Crisis Center of Prince George’s County
301-909-6362
1-800) 638-7781/410-514-7530
General
Homelessness prevention is a program that helps residents avoid eviction or foreclosure. You may be eligible to receive financial help to pay your rent or mortgage when faced with a one-time crisis. Contact the Prince George’s County Department of Social Services at 301-909-9362.
Shelter Hotline
1-888-731-0999
Victory House of Palmer Park
301-341-4995
1-888) 246-2006 ext. 0 301-776-0442
202-434-2277 301-780-7200
Elder Care Locator Services 1-800-677-1116
Board of Elections
301-430-8020
Department of Family Services
301-499-8520 301-499-8520
301-883-5600 or 5832
HEALTH Prince George’s County Health Department 301-856-9600
Division of Adult and Geriatric Adult Health Program 301-883-3526
Office of Health Care Quality 410-402-8217
301-265-8401
Cancer
Department of Social Services
301-933-9350
301-909-6000
Motor Vehicle Administration
1-800-950-1682
Police-Non Emergency 301-352-1200
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American Cancer Society
Cancer Care
1-800) 813-4673
Maryland Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
(443) 471-1600
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1-888-245-9455
Prince George’s County Health Department Division of Adult and Geriatric Health Breast and Cervical Cancer Program
301-883-3525
Prostate Cancer Support
301-877-5700 • 301-499-5567
Colorectal Cancer Program 301-883-3524
Prince George’s County Health Department Center for Healthy Lifestyle Initiatives (CHLI) 301-883-7879
Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia Alzheimer’s Association 1-800) 272-3900
Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Washington
1-800) 272-3900
Alzheimer’s Support Groups Bowie Senior Center
14900 Health Center Dr., Bowie, MD 301-809-2300
MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center
7503 Surratts Road, Clinton, MD 301-868-8000
The Residence on Greenbelt
D. ANSCHUTZ/PHOTODISC/THINKSTOCK
Cardiovascular Diseases American Heart Association, Prince George’s County Division American Red Cross Laurel Regional Hospital Rehabilitation Sharing Group
Prince George’s County Health Department Center for Healthy Lifestyle Initiatives (CHLI)
800-242-8721
St. Mary of the Mills Church
1-866) 438-4636
Crescent Ridge Adult Day Center
7001 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 301-567-1885
301-497-7901 (for individuals who have had a stroke or other neurological conditions)
Mt. Ephraim Baptist Church
Mended Heart, Inc.
610 Largo Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 301-808-1584
Arthritis Arthritis Foundation Metropolitan Washington Chapter 202-537-6800
Blind and Vision Impaired Industries Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind
240-737-5100
202-544-8177 (for individuals who are having or have undergone heart surgery)
National Institutes of Health National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute Information Center
301-883-3526
301-883-7879
Deaf and Hearing Impaired Alexander Graham Bell Foundation 202-337-5220
Family Service Foundation 301-459-2121
Easter Seal Home and Community Therapy
301-592-8573
1-800) 886-3771
Prince George’s County Health Department Division of Adult and Geriatric Health Adult Health Program
Gallaudet University 202-651-5000
Telecommunications for the Deaf 301-563-9112
Metropolitan Washington Ear, Inc. 301-681-6636
Dental Howard University Dental 202-806-0440
Maryland University Dental Clinic 410-706-7104
Greater Baden Medical Services 301-888-2233
Health Clinics Rachael H. Pemberton Senior Heath Center
3601 Taylor Street, Brentwood, MD 20722 301-927-4987
Dyer Health Center
9314 Piscataway Road, Clinton, MD 301-856-9490
301-883-3526
Publications and Information Dissemination Center
Baden Health Clinic
202-651-5340
7450 Albert Road, Brandywine, MD 20613 301-888-2233
Maryland Relay
Walker Mill Health Clinic
Blind Industries and Services of Maryland
Prince George’s County Health Department Center for Health Lifestyle Initiatives (CHLI)
410-737-2600
301-883-7879
Division of Rehabilitation
Diabetes
301-306-3600
301-877-5560
Prince George’s County Health Department Division of Adult and Geriatric Health Adult Health Program
9885 Greenbelt Road, Lanham, MD 20706 301-486-1590 114 St. Mary’s Place, Laurel, MD 301-725-3080
Diabetes Self-Management Education Program at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center
American Diabetes Association 800-342-2383
800-735- 2259 (TTY) • 800-201-7165 (Voice) 800-877-1264 (Spanish)
National Association of the Deaf
301-587-1788 • TTY/TDD 301-587-1789
Hearing Loss Association of America
301-657-2248 • TTY/TDD 301-657-2249
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1458 Addison Road South Capitol Heights, MD 301-324-1500
Bowie Health Center
15001 Health Center Drive, Bowie, MD 20716 301-262-5511
Hospitals - Medical Centers
Project Home 301-909-2014
Doctors Community Hospital
Physician Referral Medical Society (physician referral)
301-552-8118
George Washington University Hospital
301-386-5669
202-715-4000
Maryland Medical Assistance and Beneficiary Services
Georgetown University Hospital 202-444-2000
1-800) 492-5231
United Medical Center
HOME CARE SERVICES
202-574-6000
Holy Cross Hospital
301-754-7000
Howard University Hospital
202-865-6100
JUPITERIMAGES/STOCKBYTE/THINKSTOCK
Laurel Regional Hospital 301-725-4300
Prince George’s Hospital Center
Veteran’s Administration Hospital of D.C.
Mental Health
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Department of Family Services Mental Health and Disabilities Administration
Washington Adventist Hospital
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
202-745-8000
301-618-2000
Providence Hospital
301-295-4611
202-269-7000
Sibley Memorial Hospital
202-537-4000
MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center 301-868-8000 Home Health Clinton - 301-856-3192 Leonardtown - 301-475-5016
301-265-8400
301-891-7600
1-877) 463-3464
Washington Hospital Center
Mental Health Association
Fort Washington Medical Center
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Prince George’s County
202-877-7000 301-292-7000
301-699-2737
Home care services are available to seniors who may need assistance with activities of daily living. These services include assistance with light chores, bathing, dressing, shopping and laundry. Many of these services are income- and asset-based and may accept Medicare/Medicaid.
Adult Evaluation and Review Services 301-856-4730
Department of Family Services Older Adult Medicaid Waiver Program 301-265-8450
Senior Care Program 301-856-4730
Department of Social Services In Home Aide Services 301-909-2228
301-429-0970
Emergency Services at Bowie Health Center
Emergency medical services for adults and children Quicker than a traditional Emergency Room Board certified doctors, with a reputation for excellence Caring and highly skilled nursing staff
15001 Health Center Drive
(Off Northview Drive across from Bowie Town Center)
Open 24 hours, Seven days a week
301-262-5511
www.bowiehealthcampus.org
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Department of Social Services CHORE Services 301-909-2228
Department of Social Services Respite Program 301-909-2090
Department of Family Services Family Caregiver Support Program
301-265-8450
In-home Health Care Agencies
*For a statewide listing of home health care Agencies, call the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and Office of Health Care Quality at 410-402-8217 or 1-877-402-8220. The Home Heath Hotline is 1-800-492-6005.
HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE Hospice provides expert, compassionate, endof-life care and assistance for the terminally ill and their families.
Capital Hospice
JUPITERIMAGES/STOCKBYTE/THINKSTOCK
9200 Basil Court, Suite 200, Largo, MD 20774 800-869-2136 • 301-883-0866 Office
Heartland Hospice
12304 Baltimore Ave., Beltsville, MD 20705 240-264-1692
Hospice of the Chesapeake
9500 Arena Drive, Suite 250, Largo, MD 240-487-1066
Maryland Community Hospice
Department of Housing and Community Development
Emerson House
Subsidized Government Owned Housing
Ft. Washington Adventist Apartments
301-883-5501
The Housing Authority of Prince George’s County
301-560-6000
301-883-5501
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization
Cottage City Towers
1-800-658-8898
Visiting Nurses Association Advanced Illness Program
410-594-2600
HOUSING Active Living Communities Cameron Grove Adult Resort
4142 Bunker Hill Road, Cottage City, MD 20772
Owens Road
Largo Landing Fellowship House
1100 Owens Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Rollingcrest Village
Sargent & Chillum Road, Chillum, MD 20782
Prince George’s County Low Income Subsidy Housing
4915 Eastern Ave., Hyattsville, MD 20782 301-853-7787
3140 Gracefield Road, Silver Spring, MD 301-850-1536
Collington Episcopal Life Care Community, Inc.
10450 Lottsford Road, Mitchellville, MD 20721 301-925-9610
Gateway Village
1849 Tanow Place, District Heights, MD 20747
Central Park at Victoria Falls
Riderwood Village
Friendship Arms
5805 42nd Ave., Hyattsville, MD 20781 301-779-6566 505 Suffolk Ave., Capitol Heights, MD 20743 301-336-0141
(Rent is approximately 30 percent of income)
Continuing Care Communities
11316 Fort Washington Rd Ft. Washington, MD 20745 301-203-7726
Marlborough Towne
100 Cameron Grove Blvd. Upper Marlboro, MD 301-249-3900 13701 Belle Chasse Blvd. Laurel, MD 410-813-0090
5999 Emerson Street, Bladensburg, MD 20710 301-779-6196
Avondale Manor
Bowie Common’s
3909 New Haven Court, Bowie, MD 20716 301-249-2575
Cheval Court
2611 Luana Drive, Forestville, MD 20747 301-736-0685
Chillum Oaks
6305 Riggs Road, Hyattsville, MD 20783 301-853-2755
1077 Largo Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 301-249-2100
Manor Apartments
4907 Eastern Ave., Hyattsville, MD 20782 301-853-2900
Mrs. Philippines Home for Seniors, Inc
6482 Bock Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 301-567-9537
Privately Managed Senior Housing
Privately managed senior housing apartments are considered less than market rate but are not considered low income. Property owners set fees and prices.
Clinton Manor
8500 Mike Shapiro Dr., Clinton, MD 20735 301-877-0444
Evergreen Senior Community
3800 Enfield Chase Court, Bowie, MD 20716 301-218-5150
Fort Washington Manor
10800 Indian Head Hwy. Fort Washington, MD 20744 301-203-7004
Laurel Lakes
7901 Laurel Lakes Court, Laurel, MD 20707 301-317-0500
Manor at Victoria Park
3420 Rickey Ave., Temple Hills, MD 20748 301-630-0096
Marwood Senior Apartments
Spellman House
5605 South Marwood Blvd. Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 301-599-1700
Trinity Terrace
9000 Briarcroft Lane, Laurel, MD 20708 301-490-1526
Victory House of Palmer Park
4202 58th Ave., Bladensburg, MD 20710 301-699-9785
4711 Berwyn House Road, College Park, MD 301-474-3435 6001 Fisher Road, Temple Hills, MD 20748 301-630-7717 7801 Barlowe Road, Landover, MD 20785 301-341-4995
Parkview at Laurel
Parkview at Bladensburg
Rainier Manor
3001 Queens Chapel Rd., Mt. Rainier, MD 20712 301-699-9795
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Rollingcrest Commons
6060 Sargent Road, Chillum, MD 20782 301-559-2225
Selbourne House of Laurel
501 Main Street, Laurel, MD 20707 301-604-2635
St. Paul Senior Living
1207 Addison Road, Capitol Heights, MD 20743 301-350-1100
Vista at Lake Largo
500 Harry S. Truman, Landover, MD 20785 301-350-4766
Windsor Crossing
5000 Lydianna Lane, Suitland, MD 20746 301-669-6540
Woodside Village
6801 Bock Road, Fort Washington, MD 301-839-2150
Pin Oak Village
16010 Excalibur Road, Bowie, MD 20716 301-464- 6830
Long-Term Care Facilities
A nursing home is a long-term residential facility for those with chronic illnesses or disabilities, particularly older people who have mobility and eating problems. Nursing home facilities may also offer respite care, rehabilitation and other services for a short time.
Bradford Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
7520 Surratts Road, Clinton, MD 20735 301-856-1660
Cherry Lane Convalescent & Rehabilitation Center
9001 Cherry Lane, Laurel, MD 20708 301-498-8558
Clinton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
KINSHIP CARE PROGRAM Kinship care is when grandparents or other close relatives provide fulltime child care in their homes for another relative’s child or children. The primary reason for providing this support is because the parents of the children are absent or unable to properly care for them. kinship care is the fastest growing type of placement method for children in the country. Families and social service agencies realize that children greatly benefit when families are kept together. Living with a responsible adult relative sends a positive message to children that they still belong and are loved. It also helps them believe it is not their fault their parents are not raising them. As a result, they grow up feeling stable and secure. The need for kinship care can come about in a number of ways. • A grandparent observes that grandchildren are always dirty, hungry and maybe even bruised. They may even suspect child abuse. They call Child Protective Services for assistance to initiate the removal of abused children from the home, or the offer to take care of them in their own homes. • A relative dies, leaving children orphaned. As the closest relative, you consider caring for these children in your home.
Kinship care is provided when close relatives or friends provide child care support in their homes, raising children of parents who are absent or unable to care for them.
Progressive Life Center Utani Kinship Care Program 301-909-6824
Prince George’s County, Administration on Aging Family Caregiving program 301-265-8450
SEAN MURPHY/DIGITAL VISION/THINKSTOCK
• A mother or father is contacted by an attorney, courts or social services regarding the incarceration of their child who has children. The grandparents or close relatives do not want the children going into foster care. • Drug and alcohol addiction prevents a relative from responsibility caring for their own child or children, and they abandon them, leaving them with you for weeks. If you are a grandparent 55 or older and you have the primary responsibility for the care of minor children, the Prince George’s County Administration on Aging wants you to know you don’t have to handle this alone. Call us for resource information at 301265-8450.
Hillhaven Nursing Center
Crescent Cities
Larkin Chase Nursing & Restorative Center
7420 Marlboro Pike, Forestville, MD 20747 301-736-0240
Fort Washington Nursing & Rehab
12021 Livingston Rd., Ft. Washington, MD 20744 301-292-0300
Patuxent River Nursing & Rehab
14200 Laurel Park Road, Laurel, MD 20707 301-953-7980
Heartland Health Care Center
15005 Health Care Drive, Bowie, MD 20716 301-805-6070
Prince George’s County Administration for Children, Youth and Families (ACYF)
301-265-8446
Child Help USA
800-422-4453
Prince George’s County Department of Social Services Child Protective Services 301-808-5624
After Hours Crisis Line 301-699-8605
Children’s National Medical Center, Child and Adolescent Protection Center 202-476-4950
Family Tree/Stress Line 800-243-7337
NMS Health Care, St. Thomas More Nursing & Rehab Ctr.
4922 LaSalle Road, Hyattsville, MD 20782 301-864-2333
Medstar of Southern Maryland Hospital Center
Center for Child Protection and Family Support 202-544-3144
Report Child Abuse and Neglect
301-909-2450 TDD 301-779-2179
Magnolia Center
7503 Surratts Road, Clinton, MD 20735 301-877-5886
Manor Care Health Center
3800 Lottsford-Vista Road, Mitchellville, MD 20721 301-459-4700
LEGAL
Pineview Nursing & Rehab Center
Prince George’s County Department of Family Services Area Agency on Aging Longterm Care Ombudsman Program
Prince George’s County Circuit Court, Clerk of the Court
8200 Good Luck Road, Lanham, MD 20706 301-552-2000 600 Largo Road, Largo, MD 20774 301-350-5555 9106 Pineview Lane, Clinton, MD 20735 301-856-2930
Riderwood Village
6500 Riggs Road, Hyattsville, MD 20783 301-559-0300
3160 Gracefield Rd., Silver Spring, MD 301-572-1300
Heartland Health Care Center
Sacred Heart Home Inc.
1801 Metzerott Road, Adelphi, MD 20873 301-434-0500
1-800 332-6347
301-608-8098 3210 Powder Mill Road, Adelphi, MD 20783 301-937-3939
Forestville Nursing & Rehab
Temporary Cash Assistance (TEA)
National Clearinghouse on Families and Youth
10450 Lottsford Road, Mitchellville, MD 20721 301-925-7706 4409 East-West Highway, Riverdale, MD 20737 301-699-2000
Contact the Prince George’s County Aging Services Division for an updated list of facilities at 301-265-8450.
KINSHIP CARE
9211 Stuart Lane, Clinton, MD 20735 301-868-3600
Collington Episcopal Life Care Center
Assisted-Living Facilities
5805 Queens Chapel road, Hyattsville, MD 2078 301-277-6500
Villa Rosa Nursing Home
6420 Allentown Road, Room 12 Camp Springs, MD 20748 301-265-8450
For survey/inspection results of skilled nursing facilities: Nursing Home Compare at www.medicare.gov and Nursing Home www .mhcc.state.md.us
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Prince George’s County Department of Social Services-Foster Care Program 301-909-2000
301-952-3318
Prince George’s County Circuit Court 301-952-3655
Prince George’s County District Court, Administrative Clerk 301-298-4000
Prince George’s County District Court 301-298-4200
Land Records
301-952- 3352
Register of Wills 301-952-3250
LIBRARY SERVICES Prince George’s County Library 301-699-3500
Meals on Wheels, Upper Marlboro 301-627-4704
Top Banana Grocery
301-372-3663
(Delivers groceries to home)
Nutritional Sites Bowie Senior Center
Library Service for Homebound 301-336-4253
14900 Health Center Drive, Bowie, MD 20716 301-809-2355 or 2356 • 301-809-2300
Volunteer Program
Camp Springs Senior Activity Center
301-699-3500
NUTRITIONAL PROGRAMS Department of Family Services Senior Nutrition Program 301-265-8475
Meals on Wheels 301-265-8475
Meals on Wheels, Cheverly 301-618-3930
6420 Allentown Road, Camp Springs, MD 20748 301-449-0490
Council House Senior House
3940 Bexley Place, Marlow Heights, MD 20746 301-899-8445 Resident Manager: 301-423-0228
Crescent Ridge Adult Center
7001 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 301-567-1885
Crescent Cities Jaycees
301-474-1002
6907 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 301-567-7076
Meals on Wheels, Hyattsville
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center
Meals on Wheels, College Park
301-927-5615
Meals on Wheels, Takoma Park 301-434-1922
5720 Addison Road, Seat Pleasant, MD 20743 301-386-5525
First United Methodist Church
New Home Baptist Church
Glenarden Nutrition Site
Owens Road Nutrition Site
6201 Belcrest Road, Hyattsville, MD 20782 301-927-6133 8600 Glenarden Parkway, Glenarden, MD 20706 301-773-2104
Greenbelt Senior Center
8320 Landover Road, Landover, MD 20785 301-773-0708 or 301-773-8100 1100 Owens Road, Main Post Office Unit 116 Oxon Hill, MD 20745 301-839-9488 (Monday and Wednesday only)
St. Paul’s Baptist Living
15 Crescent Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 301-397-2208 • 301-397-2208
1207 Addison Road, Capitol Heights, MD 20743 301-350-1100
Greenridge House
New Carrollton Nutrition
22 Ridge Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 301-474-7595
Gwendolyn Britt Senior Activity Center
6016 Princess Garden Pkwy., Lanham, MD 20706 301-459-6103
4009 Wallace Road, North Brentwood, MD 301-699-1238
RECREATION AND LEISURE
Highland Park Baptist Church
410-767-6555
6801 Sheriff Road, Landover, MD 20785 301-773-6655
Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington (JCC)
6125 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD 20852 301-881-0100
Langley Park Senior Activity Center
1500 Merrimac Drive, Hyattsville, MD 20785 301-439-3056
Laurel-Beltsville Senior Center
7120 Contee Road, Laurel, MD 20707 301-206-3350
Maryland State Arts Council YMCA Prince George’s County Program Center 301-262-4342
YMCA Potomac Overlook 301-203-2302
Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission 301-699-2255
Sports and Learning Complex Center 301-583-2400
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Prince George’s Tennis and Education Foundation
240-460-5741 • www. pgtef.org
Prince George’s Running Club
301-337-7472 wbraddoc@comcast.net • www.pgrc.org
Maryland Senior Olympics 410-396-2920 • www.mdseniorolympics.org
Golf Courses Bowie Golf & Country Club
7420 Laurel-Bowie Road, Bowie, MD 301-262-8141
Enterprise Golf Course
2802 Enterprise Road, Mitchellville, MD 301-249-2040
Glenn Dale Country Club
11501 Old Prospect Hill, Glenn Dale, MD 301-262-1166
Gunpowder Golf Club
14300 Gunpowder Road, Laurel, MD 301-725-4532
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Henson Creek Golf Course
7200 Sunnyside Lane, Fort Washington, MD 301-567-4646
Lake Arbor Country Club
1401 Golf Course Drive, Mitchellville, MD 301-336-7771
Marlborough Country Club
4750 John Rogers Blvd., Upper Marlboro, MD 301-952-1350
Marlton Golf Club
J. Franklyn Bourne Memorial Pool
301-350-4422 (summer) • 301-218-6700
Lane Manor Splash Park
301-422-7284 (summer) • 301-445-4500
North Barnaby Pool
301-894-1150 (summer) • 301-449-5566/7
Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex
301-583-2400 • TTY 301-583-2483
9413 Midland Turn, Upper Marlboro, MD 301-856-7566
Rollingcrest-Chillum Splash Pool
Paint Branch Golf Course
Glenarden/Theresa Banks ComplexTheresa Banks Memorial Pool
4690 University Blvd., College Park, MD 301-935-0330
Patuxent Greens Country Club
14415 Greenview Drive, Laurel, MD 301-776-5533
Potomac Ridge Golf Links
15800 Sharpeville Road, Accokeek, MD 301-372-1305
Prince George’s County Youth Golf Training Center
301-853-9115
301-772-3151
Senior Softball Leagues
Hamilton Pool
301-779-8224 (summer) • 301-445-4500
College Park Community Center
Watkins Regional Park
301 Watkins Park Dr., Upper Marlboro, MD 20744
Kettering/Largo Community Center
Good Luck Community Center
Lake Arbor Community Center
Kentland Community Center
Oakcrest Community Center
8601 Good Luck Road, Lanham, MD 20706 301-552-1093
10100 Lake Arbor Way, Mitchellville, MD 20721 301-333-6561
2411 Pinebrook Ave., Landover, MD 20785 301-386-2278
1300 Capitol Heights Blvd.Capitol Heights 301-736-5355 • TTY 301-218-6768
North Brentwood Community Center
7720 Barlowe Road, Landover, MD 20785 301-773-5665
6600 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville, MD 20782 301-864-1611
Rollingcrest-Chillum Community Center
6120 Sargent Road, Chillum, MD 20782 301-853-2005
Central Area Seniors 60 & Better Clubs
Northern Area Seniors 60 & Better Clubs
Bowie Community Center
The Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County has exciting activities for those 60 and older. Find a community center near you and join the fun! Call to confirm meeting dates and times. Schedules are subject to change.
4400 Shell St., Capitol Heights, MD 20743 301-735-3340 431 Watkins Park Dr., Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 301-390-8390
Fairland Sports and Aquatic Complex
13950 Old Gunpowder Road, Laurel, MD 20707
13022 8th St., Bowie, MD 20720 301-464-3725
5051 Pierce St., College Park, MD 20740 301-441-2647
Prince George’s Plaza Community Center
Home Field:
301-499-5566 • 301-449-5567
John E. Howard Community Center
4500 57th Ave., Bladensburg, MD 20710 301-277-2124
Home Field:
University Of Maryland Golf Course
Allentown Fitness and Splash Park
Bladensburg Community Center
4012 Webster St., North Brentwood, MD 20722 301-864-0756
Montgomery County Senior Softball Association Open to Bi-County residents.
Indoor Pools and Aquatic Aerobics
Huntington Community Center
Baltimore Beltway Senior Softball League, with participating teams from Bowie and Greenbelt, is open to all Prince George’s County residents.
2411 Pinebrook Ave., Landover, MD 301-445-4512 University Blvd., College Park, MD 301-314-4653
Beltsville Community Center
3900 Sellman Road, Beltsville, MD 20705 301-937-6613
3209 Stonybrook Dr., Bowie, MD 20715 301-464-1737
Glenn Dale Community Center
11901 Glenn Dale Blvd., Glenn Dale, MD 20769 301-352-8983
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Palmer Park Community Center Peppermill Community Center
610 Hill Road, Hyattsville, MD 20785 301-350-8410
Southern Area Seniors 60 & Better Clubs Camp Springs Senior Activity Center
6420 Allentown Road, Camp Springs, MD 20748 301-449-0490
Harmony Hall Community Center
10701 Livingston Rd., Ft. Washington, MD 20744 301-203-6040
Hillcrest Heights Community Center
2300 Oxon Run Dr., Hillcrest Heights, MD 20748 301-505-0896
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Marlow Heights Community Center
2800 Saint Clair Dr., Marlow Heights, MD 20748 301-423-0505
Suitland Community Center
5600 Regency Lane, Forestville, MD 20747 301-736-3518 In addition, classes and activities for seniors are offered at M-NCPPC community centers and facilities throughout Prince George’s County. Look on line at ww.pgparks.com or pick up the GUIDE to Parks and Recreation.
QUESTIONS? Customer Service Help Desk 301-699-CALL (2255) • 301-699-2544 TTY
COMMUNITY CENTER/ FITNESS ROOM ID CARDS FOR SENIORS 60 & BETTER Sign up for your free SMARTlink account at any community center in the county, and request a Community Center/Fitness Room ID card. Work out and enjoy exercising in a community center fitness room; staff will be glad to help you get started.
Seniors 60 & Better Annual Community Center and Fitness Room ID Card Fees Bi-County Resident/Prince George’s & Montgomery County Community Center ID Card - FREE Fitness Room ID Card - FREE Replacement Card - FREE Weekly Pass - N/A Three Month Pass - N/A
Non Bi-County Resident
Community Center ID Card - $75 Fitness Room ID Card - $250 Replacement Card - $20 Weekly Pass - $30 Three Month Pass - $25 The Department of Parks and Recreation operates 40 community centers throughout Prince George’s County. Each center offers a variety of recreation classes, programs, drop-in activities and special events for people of all ages. Indoor and outdoor venues vary by center and include features such as gymnasiums, meeting rooms, kitchens, multipurpose activity rooms, fitness rooms, outdoor play equipment, athletic fields, multipurpose courts, picnic areas and trails. Community Center/Fitness Room IDs cards are valid for use at all M-NCPPC community centers and senior centers in Prince George’s County. Please note: These ID cards are not for use at the Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex, Fairland Sports and Aquatics Complex, and other special facilities operated by M-NCPPC. Call these facilities directly for information about programs for seniors. To find out where community centers are located, to learn more about getting a SMARTlink account or to get more information about community center ID cards and Fitness Room cards, visit www .pgparks.com or call the Customer Service Help Desk at 301-699-2255; TTY 301-699-2544. JUPITERIMAGES/STOCKBYTE/THINKSTOCK
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TRANSPORTATION Metrobus Discount Fares:
Discount fares are available to those 65 years or older and people with disabilities with a Metro Senior Citizen ID card. Persons with disabilities who meet preset qualifications can obtain Metro Photo ID cards at the Metro sales offices at 600 5th St., N.W., Washington, D.C. Call 202-962-1245 or TDD 202-628-8973.
Metrorail Senior/Disabled Farecards:
Reduced Metrorail fares are available only to qualified seniors (65 or older) and people with disabilities. Metro ID or Medicare cards are required for purchase. Call 202-962-1245 or TDD 202-628-8973.
MetroAccess:
Provides curb-to-curb public transportation that serves people who are unable to use the bus or rail system as a direct result of a physical or mental disability. Eligible passengers may travel anywhere in the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) service area. Call 202-962-2700 for more information.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION Call-A-Bus
301-499-8603 • TDD 800-735-2258
(Maryland Relay)
Senior Transportation Services (STS) Medical Program
301-499-8603
General Transportation Information 301-883-5656
Call-A-Cab
301-883-5656
TheBus
301-883-5656 • 301-324-2877
Call-A-Bus
Call-A-Bus is a demand-response, curbto-curb service available to all residents of Prince George’s County who are not served by or cannot use existing bus or rail services. Priority is given to senior and people with dissabilities. Those with disabilities must provide their own escorts if needed. Service animals are allowed for the visually impaired. Reservations can be made up to 14 days in advance by calling 301-499-8603 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding county holidays. Hours of service are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding county holidays. Same-day requests are accepted but are subject to availability of resources. When reserving a trip, please indicate if you need special assistance, such as a wheelchair lift or escort. Once your trip is scheduled, you are required to call back the day before your trip to confirm your reservation; otherwise, your reservation may be canceled. Be ready for pickup 15 minutes prior to the scheduled time and be waiting at a location where you are visible to the driver. For more information, call 301-499-8603.
Riding Call-A-Bus:
• Be ready in advance of scheduled pickup time. • Be courteous to passengers and the driver. • No eating, smoking or drinking while on the bus. • Electronic devices with earphones only. • Avoid changes in your trip. Drivers cannot wait more than 15 minutes because all trips are scheduled for multiple pickups throughout the day.
Fares:
Fares are based on one-way trips and payable upon boarding. Escorts ride free. Please have exact change. Drivers do not change or handle fares. Regular Fare: $1 Seniors: Free Persons with disabilities: Free Nutrition and foster grandparents programs: Free Medical and general transportation programs: 50 cents.
Senior Transportation Services (STS):
The STS program provides regularly scheduled, curb-to-curb transportation throughout Prince George’s County to senior and residents with disablities in. Service is provided Monday through Friday, excluding county holidays. Participants must provide their own escorts, if needed.
Municipal Call-A-Bus Programs:
In addition to Prince George’s County’s Call-ABus program, the following municipalities also provide their own local Call-A-Bus service.
Contact your local community service at the telephone numbers listed below for fares, days of service and hours of operation.
Town of Berwyn Heights 301-474-5000
City of Greenbelt 301-474-4100
City of Bowie 301-809-2300
City of Hyattsville 301-985-5020
Town of Capitol Heights
301-336-0626
City of College Park 301-345-8100
City of Mount Rainier
301-985-6586
City of District Heights 301-336-1402
City of New Carrollton
301-459-6103
Town of Fairmount Heights
301-925-8585
City of Seat Pleasant
301-336-8678
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City of Glenarden 301-773-2100
Town of University Park 301-927-4262
Port Towns of Bladensburg, Cottage City, and Colmar Manor 301-277-4920
TheBus:
Prince George’s County TheBus operates 26 fixed-service routes. Service is provided Monday through Friday, excluding major holidays. For schedule information, call 301-3242877; TDD 800-735-2258. Those 60 and older and customers with disabilities ride free.
Call-A-Cab:
Call-A-Cab is a transportation service that provides mobility at a reduced cost for Prince George’s County residents 60 and older and residents with disabilities. For additional information, see the Call-A-Cab application and information sheet located in this guide.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Prince George’s County Department of Family Services RSVP Program 301-265-8486
Foster Grandparents 301-265-8450
** A copy of your Medicaid card, MetroAccess card, Social Security Disability statement or doctor’s note may be used as proof of disability.
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information and referrals, assistance services, supportive counseling, emergency assistance, respite care and community education.
Prince George’ County Department of Family Service Administration on Aging Ombudsman Program
Money Follows the Person (MFP)
Money Follows the Person will help people transition from an institution to community living in an apartment, private home or small group setting. The program initiatives increase outreach to individuals in institutions and decrease barriers to transition. Money Follows the Person provides peer mentoring, enhanced transition assistance, improved information technology, housing assistance, flexible transition funds and the addition of waiver services to existing waivers.
301-265-8450
Prince George’s County Library Volunteer Program 301-699-3500
Voter Registration Volunteer 301-430-8020
YOUTH SERVICES
Senior Health Insurance Program
Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the National Capital Area
The program provides comprehensive health insurance counseling and assistance to seniors, persons with disabilities and their caregivers.
301-794-9170
Bowie Youth and Family Services
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
301-262-6200 • 301-809-3033
College Park Youth Service Bureau
The program helps older adults find employment by building skills and confidence through paid community service positions. Participants must be 55 or older and meet income eligibility criteria.
301-474-1210
Department of Juvenile Justice 301-952-2580
Department of Family Services, Commission for Children, Youth & Families
Senior Assisted Living Subsidy Program
This program provides financial assistance to qualified low- to moderate-income seniors residing in assisted living facilities throughout the county. This program helps to defray the high cost of this service and delays or prevents nursing home placement.
301-265-8446
Department of Social Services 301-909-7020
District Heights Family & Youth Services 301-336-7600
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designed to support adult children caring for their aging parents and relatives.
This project provides public education to the community and professionals serving older adults in an effort to prevent neglect and elder abuse.
Maryland Access Point (MAP)
Ombudsman Program
Family Service Foundation
301-459-2121 • 888- 333-7505
Girls and Boys Town National Hotline 800-448-3000
301-265-8450
Employment for Seniors
301-265-8487
Greenbelt Cares Youth Services
Foster Grandparents
Laurel Adolescent and Family Service Center
Health Insurance Counseling Program
Oasis: Laurel-Beltsville
Nursing Home Ombudsman
301-345-6660
301-498-4500
301-265-8450
301-265-8450
301-498-4500
301-265-8450
Prince George’s County Public Schools
Retired Senior Volunteer Program
301-298-4000 • 301-952-6366
Health Teen Center 301-324-5141
Teen Help
301-265-8450
Maryland Relay 410-260-3838
1-800) 840-5704
RESOURCES FOR SENIORS
FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS
Prince George’s County Department of Family Services Administration on Aging
Senior Information and Assistance 301-265-8450
Aging Division 301-265-8450
Assisted Living Subsidy 301-265-8450
Elder Abuse
6420 Allentown Rd., Camp Springs, MD 20748 301-265-8450 www.princegeorge’scountymd.gov/dfs The Administration on Aging provides a wide range of services and programs to enrich the lives of older adults in order to help them maintain the highest quality of life with independence and dignity. Services and programs are provided that support aging in place, offer consumer choice, and promote dignity and respect. There are also special programs
Elder Abuse Prevention Project
Maryland Access Point is a new initiative that links older people and adults with disabilities from all income levels to local health and support services. It is the single point-of-entry to access resources for lifelong independence. Whether the question is about understanding Medicare, where to find leisure activities, how to care for a frail older relative or how to locate senior housing, assisted living or a nursing home, MAP is the place to start.
Health Promotion-Living Well
This program offers seniors a series of workshops to help them with diagnosed or self-diagnosed chronic conditions while learning skills to manage the symptoms and get the most out of life. Topics covered in the workshops include: medicines, nutrition and physical activity; skills for communicating with your health care team; handling frustration and problem-solving; planning for the future; and relaxation methods.
Senior Nutrition Program
Provides nutritious meals at senior centers and nutrition sites throughout the county and delivers meals to homebound seniors as needed.
Family Caregiver Program
This program provides assistance and support to people caring for their aging parents, relatives or friends and those that are involved with long distance caregiving. Services include
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This program promotes the highest quality of life and care possible for nursing home residents. The ombudsman investigates and seeks resolution of problems that affect residents’ rights, health, care, safety and welfare.
Public Guardianship Program
The program assures the ongoing safety and well-being of the elderly by professional case managers when the Area Agency on Aging has been appointed public guardian by Prince George’s County Circuit Court.
Telephone Reassurance Program
Volunteers place daily reassuring calls to homebound and isolated seniors in Prince George’s County.
Foster Grandparent Program
This program provides resources for older volunteers to work with physically, mentally and emotionally challenged children in centers and schools throughout Prince George’s County.
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program
The program provides volunteer opportunities for those 55 and older. More than 600 volunteers serve at more than 65 nonprofit organizations and government agencies.
The Home and Community Based Services Waiver for Older Adults
This program enables adults to remain in a community setting even though their advanced age or disability would warrant placement in a long-term care facility. The waiver allows services typically covered by Medicaid in a long-term care facility to be provided to eligible persons in their homes or in assisted living facilities.
Other Useful Numbers: Adult Protective Services
301-909-2228
Alzheimer’s Association 1-866-259-0042
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AARP
202-434-2277
Department of Family Services
301-265-8401
Department of Social Services
301-909-6000
Elder Care Locater Services
Prince George’s Community College Senior Program 301-322-0882
Department of Social Services, Respite Care Program 301-909-2090
1-800-677-1116
Senior Health Clinic
Health Department, Adult Health and Geriatric Services
Senior Law Project, Legal Aide
301 856-4730
Maryland Energy Assistance Program 301-909-6300
Maryland Older Adult Medical Waiver Registry
1-866-417-3480
301-927-4987
301-927-6800
Senior Transportation 301-499-8603
Social Security Administration
1-800-772-1213
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hether you’re settling into your 60s or heading into your ninth decade, you should be extra careful when taking prescription and over-the-counter medicines. And if you’re caring for older loved ones, you should help them stay safe. The older you get, the more likely you are to use additional medicines, which can increase the chance of harmful drug interactions. And, as we age, body changes can affect the way medicines are absorbed, leading to potential complications. For instance, your liver and kidneys might not
work as well, which affects how a drug breaks down and leaves your body. And changes in your digestive system can affect how fast drugs get to your bloodstream. “There is no question that physiology changes as we age. Many chronic medical conditions don’t even appear until our later years,” explained Sandra L. Kweder, M.D., deputy director of the Food and Drug Administration’s Office of New Drugs. “It’s not that people are falling to pieces; some changes are just part of the normal aging process.”
TAKE MEDICINE AS PRESCRIBED Take your medicine regularly and according to your health care provider’s instructions. Don’t skip doses or stop taking medication without first consulting with your provider. This holds true even if you’re feeling better or if you think the medicine isn’t working. “Medication can’t work unless you take it,” Kweder said. “For instance, medications that treat chronic conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes typically only work when taken regularly and as directed. You have to take them continuously to maintain control over your condition.”
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Dosing for medications is based on clinical trials, which the FDA reviews. “Every medicine is really different and is dosed according to what’s been tested,” said Kweder, which is one reason why you shouldn’t select a dose yourself. If you’re having bothersome side effects or have other questions, talk to your health care provider. KEEP A MEDICATION LIST Write down what you’re taking and keep the list with you. Consider giving a copy to a friend or loved one whom you trust—an important step especially in case of emergency and when you’re traveling. Record the medicine’s brand name, if applicable, and generic name. Also write down how often and what dosage you take. (For instance, one pill daily, 300 milligrams.) Finally, note when you take each drug. “You should know your medicines better than the doctor does,” said Kweder. BE AWARE OF POTENTIAL INTERACTIONS Remember, as you age, you’re at higher risk for drug interactions. Interactions can occur when: • One drug affects how another drug works; • A medical condition you have makes a certain drug potentially harmful;
“There is no question that physiology changes as we age. Many chronic medical conditions don’t even appear until our later years” - Sandra L. Kweder, M.D., deputy director of the Food and Drug Administration’s Office of New Drugs.
• A food or non-alcoholic drink reacts with a drug; • A medicine interacts with an alcoholic drink. Your task? Learn which interactions are possible. You can do this by carefully reading drug facts labels on over-the-counter drugs and the information that comes with your prescription medications, and by reviewing any special instructions with your health care provider. For instance, nitroglycerin, which treats angina (chest pain related to heart disease), should not be taken with many erectile dysfunction drugs, including Viagra and Cialis, because serious interactions can occur. And some drugs should not be taken with alcohol, as symptoms such as loss of coordination and memory loss can result. If you’re seeing multiple health care providers, tell each one about all of your medications and supple-
ments. You also can ask your pharmacist about potential interactions. REVIEW MEDICATIONS WITH YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER Schedule at least one annual review of your medications with your health care provider to confirm which medications are still necessary and which, if any, you can stop taking. If a certain medication seems out of your budget, ask your health care provider whether there is a cheaper, and still effective, alternative. This review can help you avoid interactions and can lessen costs. Sometimes, especially if you’re seeing multiple providers, certain questions can fall through the cracks, said Kweder. But, she said, there is no such thing as a stupid question about medicine. “As a society, we have become reliant on pharmaceuticals to help us attain a longer and higher-quality life. It’s a wonderful success of Western medicine,” she said. “The goal should be for each of us to access that benefit but respect that medicines are serious business. To get the most out of them, you should take them with great care and according to directions.” -U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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Research has shown that 50 percent of older adults who live on their own and 75 to 85 percent of seniors in care facilities suffer from chronic pain.
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hronic pain is a growing problem among older Americans. Understanding the causes of this pain, the special medical needs of the elderly, and the role of pain self-management can help seniors reduce or eliminate this condition. As the U.S. evolves into a nation with an older population, greater attention is being paid to health care problems more common among seniors. Research has shown that 50 percent of older adults who live on their own and 75 to 85 percent of seniors in care facilities suffer from chronic pain. Yet, pain among older adults is largely undertreated and can have serious consequences, such as depression, anxiety, decreased mobility, social isolation and poor sleep. There are natural changes that occur with aging that affect pain—sleep patterns change, muscles and joints gradually become more rigid, and energy decreases. Frequently, older people don’t report their pain because they don’t know that it can be treated, or they believe it will lead to expensive tests or more medications. And there can be conditions, such as vision or hearing loss or dementia, that can limit communication about pain. To help overcome these barriers, treatment of chronic pain may involve a team of different pain management specialists— including a physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, pharmacist and others who specialize in pain management. Treating pain in older adults requires special care because nutritional problems or multiple medical problems—diabetes, heart disease, arthritis—are common. Helping seniors self-manage their pain is an important part of reducing or eliminating that pain.
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QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER Communication with your caregiver or care team is the best way to help you manage or end your chronic pain. Ask these questions: • What is causing my pain? What can I do about it? • What is the name of the pain medicine I will be taking? • How long will it take for the medicine to work? • What side effects should I expect? • If I forget to take the pain medicine, what should I do? • When should I take the pain medicine—on a regular schedule? Before, with, or after meals? At bedtime? • Are there any dangers to taking this pain medicine I should know about? • Will this pain medicine cause problems with any other prescription drugs or over-the-counter medicines I am taking?
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