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Bariatric Surgery Behavioral Medicine Breast Centers Breast MRI Cardiac Rehabilitation Cancer Center Center for Women’s Health Chest Pain Center Community Education Programs Diabetes & Nutrition Center Diagnostic Services Digital Mammography Dermatology Emergency Services Eye Surgery Endoscopy Center Endocrinology Extended Care Center Facial Plastic Surgery Fitness & Wellness Centers Geriatric Specialists Health Screenings Heart & Vascular Institute Heart Hospital Hip Surgery (minimally-invasive) 2
Home Health Hospice Hospitals Hyperbarics Willis-Knighton Medical Center
Laparoscopic Surgery Knee Surgery (minimally-invasive) Outpatient Surgery PET Scans
Willis-Knighton South & the Center for Women’s Health
Physical Therapy Physician Network (300+ providers) Physician Referral
WK Bossier Health Center
Progressive Care Center Prostate Treatment & Surgery Pulmonary Rehabilitation Radiosurgery
WK Pierremont Health Center
Caring Throughout the Community Willis-Knighton Medical Center Willis-Knighton South & the Center for Women’s Health WK Bossier Health Center WK Pierremont Health Center Four Fitness & Wellness Centers Three Quick Care Urgent Care Centers Health+Match Physician Referral (318) 212-9562 wkhs.com
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6 Agencies (Louisiana) 9 Agencies (National) 9 Assistance 11 Assisted Living Facilities 12 Attractions and Entertainment 14 Disability Services 14 Employment Opportunities
15 Estate Planning & Legal Services 15 Eye Care Providers 17 Financial Planning 17 Funeral Homes
26 Home Infusion
36 Nursing Homes
26 Hospice
38 Organizations
27 Hospitals
38 Orthotics and Prosthetics
28 Independent Living Communities
18 Government Services
30 Medical Equipment and Supplies
20 Hearing Care Providers
30 Medicare Health Plans
20 Help Lines
30 Medicare Prescription Drug Plans
22 Home Care Providers 24 Home Health Agencies
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Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy
40 Senior Apartments
32 Medigap Policies
41 Senior Discounts
34 Mental Health Services
42 Support Groups
35 Miscellaneous Businesses
43 Transportation 44 Volunteer Opportunities
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24 AC Duct Cleaners 32 Advantaged Benefits Consultants 15 Alzheimer’s Association 33 Alzheimer’s Agency of Shreveport/Bossier 46 Arklatex MedCare 6 Balentine Ambulance Service 23 Bayou Companion Care 10 Better Hearing Systems of NW Louisiana 19 Beyond Digital Imaging 4 Brock’s Collision Centers 18 Canaan Towers Senior Apartments 33 Cedar Hills Senior Apartments 40 Christus Home Care and Hospice 27 Circle of Life Hospice 35 Comfort Keepers 12 DiamondJacks Casino and Resort 34 Dr. Bryan Vekovius 25 Dr. Gary Booker 9 Emeritus at Shreveport 21 Fairfield Family Clinic 11 FastServ Medical 39 Gastrointestinal Specialists 7 Humana 14 Jordan Square Apartments 27 LifePath Hospice 44 Louisiana Health Care Quality Form 8 LSU Health Shreveport Healthelinks 37 Magnolia Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 42 Mattress Center USA 13 New Horizons Independent Living Center 36, 47, 48 NurseCare of Shreveport 41 Planchard Eye and Laser Center 45 Primerica 20 Professional Sitting Services 14 Regional Hospice Care Group 28 Shreveport Bridge Association 27 St. Joseph Hospice 43 The Arbor and Terrace of Bossier City 29 The Oaks of Louisiana 30 The Waterford at Shreveport 16 Willis Knighton Eye Centers 2 Willis Knighton Health System 27 Willis Knighton Hospice 23 Yokem Toyota of Shreveport 26 Zaffater Eye Center 2014 Resource Directory for Those of Us 50 +
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Adult Day Care A non-residential facility providing activities for the elderly and/or handicapped persons. Most centers operate 10 to 12 hours per day and provide meals, social/recreational outings, and general supervision. Adult day care centers enable caregivers to work or to have a break from their care-giving responsibilities. Comfort and Joy Adult Day Center 307 North Market Street Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 670-8458 www.comfortandjoyllc.com Legacy Senior Day Center 812 Brook Hollow Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 459-9330 VOA Adult Day Center 1700 Buckner # 150 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 212-1703
Agencies
Louisiana Government The following offer support services and information. Louisiana Dept. of Health & Hospitals; Office of Aging and Adult Services and Office of Louisiana Medicaid P. O. Box 2031 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 www.dhh.louisiana.gov Aging and Adult Services Information:1-866-758-5035 Medicaid Information Hotline: 1-888-342-6207 Medicaid Fraud & Abuse reporting: 1-800-488-2917 Home Health Services complaints: 1-800-327-3419 Hospital complaints: 1-866-280-7737 Nursing home complaints: 1-888-810-1819 Case Management complaints: 1-800-660-0488 Service Provider Agencies complaints: 1-800-660-0488 • Medicaid - Public insurance program that reimburses
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for health care services provided to lower income elderly, disabled families and children. CommunityCARE is a comprehensive health care delivery system which links Medicaid recipients to a primary care provider • Bayou Health – Health care delivery system for Louisiana Medicaid and LaChip recipients in either a “prepaid plan” or a “shared savings plan”. Call 1-855-229-6848 or visit www.bayouhealth.com. Bayou Health Plans available as of 2/1/2012 are: Amerigoup RealSolutions (1-800-6004441); Community Health Solutions (1-855-247-5248); AmeriHealth Caritas-Louisiana (1-888-756-0004); Louisiana Healthcare Connections (1-866595-8133); UnitedHealthcare (1-866-675-1607) • Medicare Savings Program – Louisiana Medicaid may help pay part of medical costs including Medicare premiums and other out-of-pocket expenses, call 1-888-544-7996 • Non-Emergency Transportation - For any Medicaid recipient that lacks transportation to medical care, call 1-800-259-7235 • Home Health Services - Part-time skilled nursing services, home health aide services, physical therapy and supplies appropriate for use in the home for homebound person meeting criteria for home health services. • Hospice Services - Dually eligible Medicare and Medicaid residents of nursing facilities who are terminally ill are eligible for Medicaid payment of room and board when they elect the hospice option under Medicare. • Long Term Residential Care – When a person is in a nursing facility, it may be covered by Medicaid. For information, call 1-877-456-1146 • Long Term-Personal Care Services (LT-PCS) - All Medicaid recipients age 65 or older, or age 21 with disabilities (meeting SSA disability criteria), meet medical standards for www.TheBestOfTimesNews.com
admission to nursing facility, and be able to participate in care and direct services provided. Covered services include basic personal care, assistance with ADLs, and other services limited to 56 hours a week. Applicant must require at least limited assistance with at least one ADL. Call 1-877-456-1146 or 1-866-229-5222. • Medicaid Waivers - Home and community based care to a limited number of persons at risk for institutionalization, call 1-877-456-1146 • Elderly and Disabled Adult Waiver Program – Includes Support Coordination Service, Companion Service, Environmental Accessibility Adaptation, Transition Intensive Support Coordination, Transitional Service, and Personal Emergency Response System. Call 1-877-456-1146 or 1-866-758-5035 • Adult Day Health Care Waiver Program - Provision of care for dependent adults in a supervised, protective, congregate setting during some portion of a day. Call 1-877456-1146 or 1-866-758-5035 LA Department of Health & Hospitals Office of Behavioral Health P.O. Box 629 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 225-342-9500; 225-342-2540 www.dhh.louisiana.gov • Crisis Management Services - Care services, telephone counseling and referrals, face-to-face screening and assessment, community housing for stabilization, crisis respite and access to inpatient care. • Community Mental Health Centers - Outpatient mental health services provided through network of licensed community mental health centers and their satellite clinics. • Acute Care Psychiatric Units - Psychiatric, psychosocial & medical services in compliance with all licensing & accreditation standards to meet needs of adults who need an www.TheBestOfTimesNews.com
inpatient setting. • Specialized Inpatient Services - State psychiatric hospitals which provide health evaluation, treatment and rehab services to adults with severe and persistent mental disorders. • Addictive Disorder Services – Treatment for people suffering from addictions to drugs, as well as support for their families and friends. Compulsive Gambling Hotline: 1-877-770-7867 or Alcohol/Drug Hotline: 1-877664-2248 LA Department of Insurance 1702 North Third Street Baton Rouge, LA 70802 225-342-0895; 225-342-5900 1-800-259-5300 www.ldi.louisiana.gov Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIPP) - Provides counseling/assistance on health insurance topics, including supplemental and long term care insurance policy comparison, assistance with claims, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), & Medicare appeals. LA Office of Attorney General P.O. Box 94005 Baton Rouge, LA 70804 (225) 326-6079 www.ag.louisiana.gov Consumer Protection Hotline 1-800-351-4889: info about current consumer issues, tips on how to avoid consumer fraud, and submission of consumer complaints. Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions (OFI) Securities Division Investment Fraud 8660 United Plaza Boulevard Baton Rouge, LA 70809 (225) 925-4512 Fax: (225) 925-4511 www.ofi.la.gov/ SecuritiesInvestorEd.htm Professional speakers available for groups on investment fraud schemes and fraudulent sales practices used in securities fraud. Confidential background checks (called CRD Reports) are available upon written request
Can I change my Medicare Advantage plan? medicare annual election period may be over but you could be eligible for a special enrollment period. you may have the opportunity to choose or change your medicare health plan if you: • Are approaching age 65 • Have just moved into a different service area • Receive Medicaid assistance • Are losing your retiree health coverage
Knowing if you qualify for a Medicare Special Enrollment Period can be confusing. Our local licensed sales agents are happy to talk with you on the phone or in the comfort and privacy of your own home. They’ll listen to what you want from your health plan and help you choose a Humana plan that’s right for you. It’s that simple! Call a liCensed sales agent today to learn more about your options: 1-800-843-4352 (tty: 711) 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., 7 days a week
Humana is a Medicare Advantage organization with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in a Humana plan depends on contract renewal. A sales person will be present with information and applications. For accommodation of persons with special needs at sales meetings call 1-800-843-4352, TTY: 711, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., 7 days a week. Y0040_GHHHS8EEN_G Accepted
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on investment professionals who are legally registered to sell securities in Louisiana, including out-of-state solicitors. Verify a security to be purchased is legally registered to be sold in Louisiana or to verify that the security is legally exempt from being registered. Don’t just take the salesperson’s word on this issue. Register a confidential complaint about securities fraud, which OFI will investigate. Access investor tools and investor education articles in the new INVESTOR EDUCATION section of OFI’s web site. LA Dept. of Public Safety and Dept. of Motor Vehicles P.O. Box 64886 Baton Rouge, LA 70896 (225) 925-6146 (318) 676-5858 Shreveport www.dps.louisiana.gov • Discounted Rates for Driver’s License Renewal - Age 70 and above. No late fee for an expired license • State ID Card - Age 60+. No charge. Never expires and no charge for duplicates and replacement cards. Severely handicapped can renew Mobility Impaired placards by proxy. LA Department of Revenue P.O. Box 201 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 (225) 219-0102 www.rev.louisiana.gov Ongoing Taxpayer Assistance Program - Individual income tax provides that $6000 of annual retirement income received
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by an individual 65+ shall be exempt from state income tax. Annual retirement income is defined as pension and annuity income, which is included in tax table income. Certain federal, state, and other retirement benefits may be excluded from Louisiana taxable income. Louisiana Workforce Commission 1001 North 23rd Street Baton Rouge, LA 70802 225-342-3111; 866-783-5567 www.laworks.net Providing assistance regarding career solutions, licensing guidelines, workers’ compensation, unemployment benefits, job training, labor laws, and Veterans information.
LA Department of Children and Family Services 627 North Fourth Street Baton Rouge, LA 70802 225-219-9415; 800-256-4650 www.dss.louisiana.gov • Kinship Care Subsidy Program - Aids non-parental custodians of children, including elderly caretakers. Provide cash assistance for each eligible child who resides with a qualified relative other than a parent. • Food Stamp Program Promote welfare and safeguard health and well being by raising levels of nutrition among lowincome households. • Disability Determination Program - Makes eligibility determinations for Supplemental Security Income.
LA Rehabilitation Services 950 N 22nd Baton Rouge, LA 70821 225-925-4131; 800-737-2958 www.dss.louisiana.gov • For the blind- Offers Newsline and Information Service for the Blind, which provides access to national and local newspapers through the phone line, and operates Project COPE. • Commission for the Deaf insures that LA’s public and private services are accessible to deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing, and the speech impaired.
LA Housing Finance Agency 2415 Quail Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70808 225-763-8700; 888-454-2001 www.lhfa.louisiana.gov • Low Income Assistance Program - Lessens burden of heating and cooling expenses by making payments to energy companies on behalf of eligible households. • Weatherization Assistance Program - Weatherizes homes to improve heating and cooling efficiency. Reduces energy costs and improves the household comfort level.
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LA Department of Wildlife & Fisheries 2000 Quail Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70808 225-765-2800; 800-256-2749 www.wlf.louisiana.gov Fishing and Hunting Licenses - Residents 60 years of age and older can obtain a life-time fishing and hunting license for a one-time fee of $50. A federal duck stamp is needed to hunt ducks. Disabled veterans , national guard members, persons with disabilities, or physically challenged persons, can obtain licenses at reduced or no fees. Louisiana Development Disabilities Council P.O. Box 3455 Baton Rouge, LA 70821-3455 (225) 342-6804 www.laddc.org Disability Referral and Info: 1-800-450-8108 Governor’s Office of Elderly Affairs P.O. Box 80374 Baton Rouge, LA 70898-0374 (225) 342-7100 www.goea. louisiana.gov • Elderly Protective Services - Deals with claims of abuse or neglect of senior citizens 1-800-259-4990. • Long Term Care Ombudsman Program – complaints of residents at long-term care facilities 1-866-632-0922 • Legal Assistance – Legal services for seniors, call 1-800-310-7029
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Louisiana Department of Veteran Affairs P.O. Box 94095, Capital Station Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9095 (225) 922-0500 (800) 432-8982 www.vetaffairs.la.gov Provides professional counseling services, nursing and domiciliary care, health care, education, disability benefits, long term care, and burial honors to all eligible veterans and their family members. Louisiana Office of State Parks P.O. Box 44426 Baton Rouge, LA 70804-4426 (225) 342-8111 (888) 677-1400 www.lastateparks.com Golden Age Passport provides a 50% discount on camping fees at Louisiana State Parks. Entrance fees to most Louisiana State Parks is free for persons 62+ and is free for disabled veterans with a state park permit.
National Administration on Aging 330 Independence Ave, SW Washington, DC 20201 (202) 619-0724 www.aoa.gov Policy, development, planning, and delivery of supportive home and community based services to older persons and their caregivers.
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Alzheimer’s Association 225 N. Michigan Ave., Flr 17 Chicago, IL 60601-7633 312-335-8700 800-272-3900 www.alz.org Information about Alzheimer’s symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, recent research, and for referrals to state and national services.
sponsible for Medicare, HIPAA, and CLIA and works in partnership with state governments to administer Medicaid.
AARP 601 East Street, NW Washington, DC 20049 1-888-687-2277 www.aarp.org A non-profit organization that advocates for those age 50 and older, providing a range of benefits/services.
MEDLINE Plus www.medlineplus.gov Up-to-date health care information from the National Library of Medicine.
American Bar Association Comm. on Law & Aging 740 15th Street, NW Washington DC 20005-1022 202-662-8690; 800-285-2221 www.abanet.org/aging Responds to law-related needs of older people. Makes referrals and maintains a listing of legal aid offices where older people can get free or low-cost legal assistance. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid 7500 Security Blvd Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 1-877-262-2323 (toll free) 1-800-633-4227 (Medicare) www.cms.gov www.medicare.gov Agency within US Dept of Health and Human Services re-
Eldercare Locator 1-800-677-1116 (toll free) www.eldercare.gov Nationwide assistance helping elderly and caregivers locate resources.
National Family Caregivers Association 10400 Connecticut Ave. #500 Kensington, MD 20895-3944 1-800-896-3650 www.nfcacares.org Providing advocacy, support, and info for family who care for chronically ill, older, or disabled relatives. National Institute on Aging 31 Center Drive, MSC 2292 Bethesda, MD 20892-2292 301-496-1752; 800-222-2225 www.nia.nih.gov Research on aging processes, disease and the special problems and needs of older people. Social Security Administration 6401 Security Blvd Baltimore, MD 21235 1-800-772-1213 (toll free) TTY 1-800-325-0778 www.ssa.gov A social insurance program
consisting of retirement benefits, survivors benefits, disability insurance, & supplemental security income.
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Aging and Disability Resource Center 1700 Buckner Street, Ste. 240 Shreveport, LA 71101 318-676-7900; 800-256-3003 www.caddocouncilonaging.org Info and counseling on available long term care support options. They can help with crisis intervention, applications for Prescription Assistance Program, Medicare counseling and assist with Part D selection, find health and social support options, support families in caring for their loved ones, ensure that clients understand their long term care option. American Red Cross NWLA Chapter 4221 Linwood Ave. Shreveport, LA 71108 318-865-9545 www.louisianaredcross.org The nation’s premier emergency response organization to provide relief to victims of disasters and response to emergencies. Caddo Community Action Agency 4055 St. Vincent Ave Shreveport, LA 71108 318-861-4808 Rental and utility assistance.
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Centerpoint Community Services 2121 Fairfield Shreveport, LA 71104 318-227-2100 or 211 www.centerpt.org Offers info and links to area social service organizations and agencies to assist in meeting basic and special needs, including housing, shelter, utility assistance, healthcare, prescriptions, food, and crisis intervention Christian Service Program 1244 Sprague Street Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-4857 www.christianserviceprogram.org Reaching out to persons who lack the basic necessities of life. Community Development 401 Texas Street Shreveport, LA 71101 318-673-5900 www.shreveportla.gov/dept/cd Seeks to develop the citizen’s ability to identify community
programs, set goals, encourage liaisons with outside agencies, stimulate community interaction, and bring groups together to respond to a wide range of economic development, human resource development and quality of life issues. Community Renewal International 838 Margaret Place Shreveport, LA 71101 318-425-3222 www.communityrenewal.us A non-profit organization working to restore safe and caring communities through personal relationships. Martin Luther King Health Center 827 Margaret Place Shreveport, LA 71101 318-227-2912 www.mlkhealth.org Offers free medical services and medicines for individuals managing chronic illnesses
Struggling with Hearing Loss? Better Hearing Systems of Northwest Louisiana has answers. Why do hearing aids cost so much? How can a hearing aid be “invisible?” I don’t get all of this Bluetooth stuff. What’s the difference between digital and wireless? 45% off MSRP FINANCING AVAILABLE! Call for details! 318-747-9191 Office Hours: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m. www.BetterHearingSystemsLA.com
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Meals on Wheels Caddo: 318-676-7900 Bossier: 318-741-3802 Hot meals delivered for homebound seniors who are living alone or are disabled. NWLA Interfaith Pharmacy 909 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71104 318-425-3553 Offers life sustaining medicines for those that have no other access to free medicines. Shreveport- Bossier Rescue Mission 901 McNeil Shreveport, LA 71101 318-227-2868 www.sbrescuemission.com Provides homeless intervention services, work assistance programs, and women and family services. Salvation Army of Shreveport/ Bossier 200 E. Stoner Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 318-424-3200 www.salvationarmyusa.org Provides services to meet human needs including food, shelter, and clothing. Society of St. Vincent de Paul 3500 Fairfield Avenue Shreveport, LA 71105 318-865-7807; 318-349-2873 Provides emergency financial assistance, food programs, rent/ mortgage assistance, and services to those in any way challenged. The Pool of Siloam Medical Ministry 4110 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71109 318-631-2212 www.poolofsiloam.org Medical services & medicines for those with no other access. Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) 4055 St. Vincent Ave Shreveport, LA 71108 318-861-4808 Enables low-income families to permanently reduce their
energy bills by making their homes more energy efficient. Volunteers of America – N LA 360 Jordan Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-2669 www.voanorthla.org Programs include disability, employment, mental health, veteran transitional living, and residential services.
Educational Assistance Bossier Parish Community College 1701 Old Minden Road Bossier City, LA 71111 318-678-6015 www.bpcc.edu Literacy Volunteers 2911 Centenary Boulevard Shreveport, LA 71104 318-869-2411 www.shreveportliteracy.org Free tutoring to those with literacy deficiencies. LSU Ag Center – Shreveport 2408 East 70th Street Shreveport, LA 71105 318-226-6805 www.lsuagcenter.com Provides educational programs on diet, health, nutrition, family development, and financial topics. LSU Health Shreveport Medical Library 1501 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71130 (318) 675-5455 www.healthelinks.org Online health information you can trust on procedures, operations, diseases, conditions, medicines, and lab tests. LSUS University One University Place Shreveport, LA 71105 318-797-5000 www.lsus.edu Shreve Memorial Library 424 Texas Street Shreveport, LA 71101 318-226-5897 www.shreve-lib.org www.TheBestOfTimesNews.com
Shreveport Parks & Recreation 7401 Jewella Shreveport, LA 71108 318-673-7727; 318-673-7845 www.myspar.org Offering programs at each of its community centers including arts and crafts, computer classes, aerobics, sewing, games, dancing, bowling, ceramics, quilting, and other fun-filled activities.
Legal Assistance Legal Services of North Louisiana, Inc. (Legal Aid) 720 Travis Street Shreveport, LA 71101 318-222-7186; 800-826-9265 www.lsnl.org Provide free legal services to people below poverty guidelines with civil matters. Louisiana Secretary of State - Living Wills P.O. Box 94125 Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9125 225-922-0309 www.sos.louisiana.gov/ Living Wills, Cost of $20 for
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filing, and $5 for Revocation. Northwest Louisiana Pro Bono Project 401 Market St. Suite 930 Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-8104 www.sbfprobono.com The Pro Bono Project refers indigent and low-income residents of Caddo and Bossier Parishes to private attorneys who volunteer their time but handles only civil, non-fee generating cases.
Tax Filing Assistance AARP Tax Aide Locator Toll Free 1-800-227-7669 Louisiana Department of Revenue 1525 Fairfield 6th Floor Shreveport, LA 71101 318-676-7505 Internal Revenue Service 1-800-829-1040 www.irs.gov
Assisted Living Facilities
A combination of housing, personalized supportive services and health care designed to respond to the individual needs of those who require help with activities of daily living (ADLs), but wish to remain as independent as possible. An intermediate level of care between independent living and nursing homes. Most facilities offer 24hour supervision and an array of support services. An Assisted Living Facility helps residents with personal care, such as: bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, grooming, getting around and medication assistance. Residents and/or families pay for services, although private insurance may pay for some services. Azalea Estates of Shreveport 516 E. Flournoy Lucas Road Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 797-2408
Emeritus at Shreveport 7110 University Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 524-2100 Assisted living with dementia care suites, courtyard suites, rehab and therapy services, and weekly housekeeping services. Small pets are welcomed. Scheduled transportation. Horizon Bay Brookdale Living Center 2540 Beene Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-2114 Montclair Park Assisted Living Center 9100 East Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 797-1114 A facility designed to create a better way for retirees to live their elder years in a warm, compassionate, and secure atmosphere that fosters and encourages independence with meaningful activities.
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Savannah at The Oaks 600 East Flournoy Lucas Road Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 212-6257 www.oaksofla.com Residents have a unique opportunity to experience the individualized and special attention when some assistance with daily activities is needed or desired. Spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments provide flexible options. More than a place of luxury and serenity, Savannah at The Oaks offers residents a wide range of activities to appeal to virtually every interest. The Arbor & Terrace of Bossier 4770 Brandon Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 549-1001 All the comforts of home are combined with the friendly helpful assistance of our fulltime staff to offer a community of care, concern, and supportive services.
Attractions and Entertainment All Star Bowling Lanes 9130 Mansfield Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 687-3676 American Rose Center 8877 Jefferson Paige Road Shreveport, LA 71119 (318) 938-5402
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ArklaTex Sports Museum 400 Caddo Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 221-8445 ArtSpace 710 Texas Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 673-6535 Barnwell Garden & Art Center 601 Clyde Fant Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 673-7703 Boomtown Casino and Hotel 300 Riverside Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-0711 Bossier Parish Library Historical Center 2206 Beckett St. Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-7717
outdoor pool, first class restaurants, and full service RV park. Goldern Gamers discounts/promotions for persons 50+ with players card. East Bank Theatre and Gallery 630 Barksdale Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 741-8310 Eighth Air Force Museum 88 Shreveport Road Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 456-3067 ElDorado Resort Casino 451 Clyde Fant Memorial Pkwy Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 220-0711 Emmett Hook Performing Arts 550 Common Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 429-6887
Bossier Tennis Center 1651 Mondello Way Bossier City, LA (318) 213-2108
Harrah’s Louisiana Downs 8000 East Texas Street Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 742-5555
Chimp Haven 13600 Chimpanzee Place Keithville, LA 71047 (318) 925-9575
Holiday Lanes 3316 Old Minden Road Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-7331
DiamondJacks Casino Resort 711 DiamondJacks Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 678-7777 www.diamondjacks.com Conveniently located along I-20 on Exit 20A in Bossier City. Offering 24 hour slot and table games. Over 500 luxurious rooms and suites, resort-style
Horseshoe Casino and Hotel 711 Horseshoe Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 742-0711
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J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Regional Visitor Center 700 Clyde Fant Parkway Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 677-2673
Logan Mansion Tours 725 Austin Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 459-2285 Louisiana State Exhibit Museum 3015 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 632-2020 LA State Oil and Gas Museum 200 S. Land Avenue Oil City, LA 71061 (318) 995-6845 Margaritaville Resort Casino 777 Margaritaville Way Bossier City, LA 71111 855-346-2489 Marjorie Lyons Playhouse 2911 Centenary Blvd. Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 869-5242 Meadows Museum of Art 2911 Centenary Blvd Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 869-5169 MeadowLake Golf Club 5730 Meadowlake Country Club Road Keithville, LA (318) 925-9547 Multicultural Center of the South 520 Spring Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 424-1380 Municipal Auditorium 705 Elvis Presley Ave. Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 841-4000
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River City Repertory Theatre 2829 Youree Drive, Suite 4 Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 868-5888
all ages to explore and actively engage in the world of mathematics, science and technology. Sci-Port serves to spark curiosity about the world around us, provides hands-on tools for using scientific discovery in everyday life, and encourages a passion for life-long learning.
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Offering those with disabilities support services necessary to participate fully in their environment, to develop selfawareness and independence, learn self-advocacy, and create a network of resources. Betty & Leonard Phillips Deaf Action Center Of Louisiana 601 Jordan St. Shreveport, LA 71101 318-425-7781 www.deafactioncenter.org Hear Now –LSUHSC ENT Clinic 1501 Kings Hwy Shreveport, LA 71103 318-675-6262
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Estate Planning and Legal Services Through estate planning, individuals can determine how and by whom assets will be managed during your lifetime if you ever become unable to manage them yourself; when and under what circumstances it makes sense to distribute assets during your lifetime, how and to whom assets will be distributed after death, how and by whom your personal care will be
managed, and how health care decisions will be made during your lifetime if you become unable to care for yourself. George H. Mills, Attorney 331 Milam Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 222-0337 John E. Settle, Jr., Attorney 1915 Citizens Bank Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 742-5513 The Elder Law Attorneys Joseph R. Gilsoul and Kyle A. Moore 912 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 222-2100 www.weems-law.com Offers a full spectrum of services, considering all options to develop an effective, flexible, and protective plan for a family’s specific needs. Specializing in estate planning, long-term care planning, special needs planning, and successions.
Eye Care Providers The three primary types of eye care professionals are Ophthalmologists, Optometrists, Opticians. • Ophthalmologists are medical doctors who deliver total eye care, including performing a complete eye examination, prescribing eyeglasses and contact lenses, diagnosing and treating eye diseases, and performing surgery. • Optometrists perform eye examinations and can determine the presence of vision-related problems,prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses. • Opticians are trained in filling prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses. Bossier Eye Institute 2300 Hospital Drive, #140 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-2020
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Funeral Homes Funeral homes arrange burial services in accordance with the wishes of the family and the deceased. They takes care of necessary paperwork, permits, and other details, such as making arrangements with the cemetery, and providing obituaries to the news media. Many offer prearrangement services for those who wish to prepare their own funeral services before death. Aulds Funeral Home 7849 East Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 797-8124
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Animal Control: 318-741-8499 Billing Permits and Inspections 318-741-8985 Bossier City – Main Number 318-741-8500 Bossier Clean City Committee 318-741-8409 Community Development 318-741-8560 Community Oriented Policing 318-741-8352 Community Property Standards 318-741-8578 Fire Department • Emergency - 911 • Fire Prevention Bureau 318-741-8704 • Non – Emergencies 318-741-8700 Mayors Office: 318-741-8501 Metropolitan Planning Commission: 318-741-8824 Parking Tickets and Traffic Fines 318-741-8835 Parks and Recreation 318-741-8463 Police Department • Emergency - 911 • Non Emergency - 318-741-8611 • Crime Stoppers - 318-424-4100 Public Works: 318-741-8402 SB Convention & Tourist Bureau - 318-222-9391 Sewer Repairs: 318-741-8466 Street Department: 318-741-8402 Water Bills: 318-741-8757
City of Shreveport Citizen & Neighborhood Assistance - 318-673-5669 City of Shreveport: 318-673-5463 Community Development 318-673-5900 Community Support Program 318-865-1422 Council Offices: 318-673-5262 Fraud Hotline: 318-222-5698
Mayors Office: 318-673-5050 • Citizen Concerns 318-673-5013 Neighborhood Assistance Team: • Area 1 (North): 318-673-6936 • Area 2 (East): 318-673-7397 • Area 3 (West): 318-673-7359 • Area 4 (South) 318-673-7399 Office Of Environmental Affairs 318-673-7660 Parking Tickets: 318-222-0290 Police Department • Emergency - 911 • Non-Emergency 318-673-2583 Public Assembly & Recreation (SPAR) - 318-673-7727 Public Works Emergency Assistance - 318-673-7600 Shreveport/Bossier Community Renewal - 318-425-3222 Fire Department • Emergency - 911 • Fire Prevention Bureau 318-673-6740 • Non-Emergencies 318-673-6650 Shreveport Police • Crime Stoppers 318-673-7000 • Forgery & Fraud Unit 318-673-6985 • Non-Emergencies 318-673-7300 SB Convention & Tourist Bureau - 318-222-9391 Transportation (SPORTRAN) 318-673-7425 Water Bills - 318-673-5510 Water OFF and ON Meter Services - 318-673-7626 Weed & Seed • Area 2 (Olive St.) 318-673-7390 • Area 3 (Midway St.) 318-673-7357 Zoning Enforcement 318-673-6440
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Caddo Parish Animal/Rat Control 318-226-6624 Caddo Community Action Agency - 318-861-4808 Caddo Parish Commission 318-226-6596 Caddo Parish Coroner’s Office 318-226-6881 Caddo Parish Fire: • District 1: 318-929-3575 • District 2: 318-425-2712 • District 3: 318-938-5290 • District 4: 318-925-2200 • District 5: 318-797-4111 • District 6: 318-925-8791 • District 7: 318-995-7114 • District 8: 318-375-3233 • District 9: 318-861-9210 Caddo Parish Food Stamp Office: 318-676-7600 Caddo Parish Health Unit 318-676-5223 Caddo Parish Office of Vital Records: 318-676-5201 Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office 318-675-2170 Department of Motor Vehicles 225-925-6146 Driver’s License Bureau 225-925-6146 Mosquito Control 318-226-6628 Social Services Needs/Info: 211
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Consumer Credit Complaints 888-525-9414 Dept of Housing & Urban Development: 318-676-3440 Do Not Call Program 800-256-2397 Elderly Protective Services 318-676-5200 Group Benefits Office 318-676-7026 Justice Dept. - Attorney General 318-227-3790 LA Dept. of Health & Hospitals • Home & Community Based Waivers - 318-741-2700 • Toll Free: 800-660-0488 • Office of Mental Health 225-342-5774 LA Dept. of Insurance (Toll Free): 800-259-5300 LA Dept. of Justice Consumer Protection: 225-339-5191 Consumer Protection Toll Free: 800-351-4889 LA Dept. of Motor Vehicles 225-925-6146 LA Dept. of Revenue Taxpayer Assistance: 225-219-2448 LA Dept. of Trans and Development: 225-379-1100 LA Housing Finance Agency 888-454-2001 LA Office of the Governor • Department of Veteran Affairs: 225-922-0500 • Office of Disability Affairs: 225-219-7550 • Office of Elderly Affairs 225-342-7100 LA Council on Developmental Disabilities: 800-922-3425 Medicare Beneficiary Hotline 800-433-4958 Mental Health Advocacy Service 318-676-7332 Mental Health Office 318-676-5111 NW Reg. Center For Addictive Disorders: 318-632-2040 Office for Citizens With Disabilities: 318-741-7455 Office of Elderly Affairs 318-676-5200 Office of Family Support 318-676-7600 Public Health Office 318-676-7470 State Police Office: 318-747-7411
Representatives: • District 1: James Morris 318-995-6852 • District 2: Roy Burrell 318-676-7137 • District 3: Barbara Norton 318-632-5887 • District 4: Patrick Williams 318-676-5990 • District 5: Alan Seabaugh 318-676-7990 • District 6: Thomas Carmody - 318-862-9956 • District 7: Richard Burford 318-925-9588 • District 8: Jeff Thompson 318-741-2850 • District 9: Henry Burns 318-949-2463 • District 10: Gene Reynolds 318-371-3092 Senators: • District 36: Robert Adley 318-965-1755 • District 37: Barrow Peacock 318-741-7180 • District 38: Sherri S. Buffington 318-687-4820 • District 39: Gregory Tarver 318-227-1499
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U. S. Government 1-800 FED-INFO 800-333-4636 Food & Drug Administration (FDA) 318-676-3343 Health & Human Resources 318-676-3850 Housing - FHA: 318-676-3401 Housing Counseling Home Buyers & Renters: 800-358-6216 Local HUD-FHA General Information: 318-676-3385 Medicare Part B Information 800-462-9666 Postal Service: 800-275-8777 Shreveport Vet Center 318-861-1776 Social Security Administration 318-676-3173 U.S. Congressman John Fleming 318-798-2254 U.S. Senator David Vitter 318-861-0437
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Hearing Care Providers An otolaryngologist is a medical doctor that specializes in problems of the ear, nose, and throat. Audiologists treat hearing loss through hearing aids and identify and refer any conditions that require treatment by an ENT physician. Hearing instrument specialists are trained to perform hearing evaluations and dispense hearing aids. Associates of Ear and Throat LSU Health Sciences Center 1501 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71130 (318) 675-6262
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SHV = Shreveport BC = Bossier City Reporting: • a missing person: 673-7020 SHV; 741-8641 BC • a stolen automobile 673-6985 SHV; 741-8641 BC • citizens concerns/complaints to the Mayor 673-5013 SHV; 741-8501 BC • Domestic violence 6736985 SHV; 741-8641 BC • Forgery and Fraud 673-6985 SHV; 741-8641 BC • information to Crimestoppers: 673-7000 SHV; 424-4100 BC • junk cars or other debris on property: 673-6219 SHV; 741-8571 BC • electric service problems - 888-218-3919 • event for convention or tourist attraction: 318-222-9391 • garbage collection problems: 673-6369 SHV; 741-8461 BC • high grass or weeds on property: 673-6219 SHV; 741-8571 BC • local telephone problems: 877-737-2478 • natural gas leaks or gas problems: 800-551-8261 • potential fire hazard situation: 673-6740 SHV; 741-8704 BC • potential zoning violation: 673-6440 SHV; 741-8703 BC • Property crimes: 673-6985 SHV; 741-8641 BC • street sign or traffic signal problems : 673-6181 SHV; 741-8411 BC • unsafe structure on property: 673-6219 SHV; 741-8571 BC • stray or noisy animals: 226-6624 SHV; 741-8499 BC • water or sewer leaks: 673-7600 SHV; 741-8466 BC
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• death investigation: 226-6881 C; 742-0579 B • driver’s license: 225-925-6146 • event or tourist attraction: 222-9391 • food assistance: 675-2400 • food stamps: 676-7600 • general parish issues: 226-6900 C; 965-2329 B • Homestead Exemption: 226-6705 C; 965-3400 B • library services: 226-5897 C; 746-1693 B • marriage license: 226-6789 C; 965-2336 B • Meals on Wheels: 676-7900 C; 741-8302 B • Parks and recreation: 929-2806 C • public health issues: 676-5222 C; 741-7314 B • vehicle registration: 225-925-6146 • vital and birth records: 676-5201 C; 965-2336 B • voter registration: 226-6891 C; 965-2301 B Louisiana Services Reporting: • concerns or problems with a licensed health care provider: 318-862-9899; 800-256-3068 • concerns to Governor of Louisiana: 225-342-0991; 800-256-7777 • consumer product safety concerns: 800-638-2772 • consumer complaints: 800-351-4889 • domestic violence hotline: 800-799-7233 • forest fires: 800-242-3473 • future digging on property: 811; 800-272-3020; 225-275-3700 • homeland security concerns: 425-5351 • insurance policy problems or complaints: 800-259-5301 • public utility company problems: 318-676-7464; 800-256-2412 • quality of care problems in a health care facility: 800-433-4958 • railroad crossing problems: 800-232-0144; 800-453-2530 • drug helpline: 800-662-4357
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• suicide prevention lifeline: 800-272-8255 • suspected fraud & abuse: 800-477-8477; 800-488-2917 • toxic or oil spills: 800-424-8802 Seeking information about: • assistance for a chronically developmentally disabled person: 318-741-7455; 800-862-1409 • assistance for a Louisiana veteran: 318-677-7540; 800-827-1000 • assistance in filing a state income tax return: 318-676-7500; 800-829-3071 • assistance while traveling on highways: 318-741-7411; 800-259-4929 • boat registration: 318-676-7594; 318-371-3050 • disability determinations: 318-869-6400; 800-256-2266 • Elderly Medicaid Waiver assistance & LT-PCS: 800-660-0488; 866-229-5222 • fishing and hunting license: 800-344-9453 • insurance comparison information and guides: 800-259-5301 • Louisiana tourism events or attractions: 318-938-5613 • mental health services: 318-676-5111; 866-416-5370 • reducing telemarketing calls to home phone: 800-676-0773 • senior services: 225-342-7100 • senior health insurance information program: 800-259-5301 • state police: 747-7411 • taxpayer assistance: 676-7500 • veterans affairs office: 676-7540
Federal Government Services Reporting: • concerns to the President of The United States: 202-456-1111 or 202-456-1414 • concerns to US House Representative John Fleming: 318-798-2254; 202-225-2777 • concerns to US Senator
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Mary Landrieu: 318-676-3085; 202-224-5824 • concerns to US Senator David Vitter: 318-861-0437; 202-224-4623 • discrimination & employment issues: 800-669-4000 • mail service concerns: 318-677-2235; 800-275-8777 • problems to Food and Drug Administration: 318-676-3343 • tips on suspected terrorists: 318-221-8439; 504-816-3000
paper delivery: 318-459-3322; 318-747-7900 • product safety issues: 800-638-2772 • suspected domestic violence situation: 888-411-1333 800-799-7233 • suspected drug & narcotic problems : 318-677-8862; 800-662-4357 • suspected gambling problems: 877-770-7867
Seeking information about: • Alcoholics Anonymous: Seeking information about: 318-865-2171; 800-729-6686 • Barksdale Retirees Benefits: • area tourism and events: 318-456-5976 318-222-9391; 800-551-8682 • completing federal income • Benefits Check Up: Help tax forms: 800-829-1040 find benefit programs that can • Federal Government help pay for medications, health services: 800-688-9889 care, food, utilities and more. • Federal Housing www.benefitscheckup.org Information: 318-676-3385; • donating furniture, 800-358-6216 clothing, and other items: 318• Medicare Claims: 424-3200; 318-869-2571 800-462-9666 • Elder Care Locator: Service • Medicare benefits: of the U.S. Administration on 633-4227; 800-932-7644 Aging connecting seniors to • Medicare Savings Programs services. 1-800-677-1116 or 318-862-9862; 888-544-7996 www.eldercare.gov • national & local weather • Foster grandparent volunforecasts: 318-635-7575; teer program: 318-676-7913 318-631-3669 • free legal assistance: • obtaining a US Passport: 318-222-7186; 800-960-9109 318-677-2216; 504-670-2416 • free or low cost legal • railroad retirement representation: 318-221-2205 benefits: 318-676-3022; • local volunteer opportuni800-724-5995 ties: 318-676-5186 • reducing telemarketing • locating senior housing, calls to home phone: meals, transportation, home 888-382-1222 health, etc.: 800-677-1116 • Social Security Benefits: • obtaining flu/pneumonia 318-676-3209; 800-772-1213 shots: 318-865-9545 • SSA Hearings & Appeals: • poisoning information or 318-676-3850 assistance: 800-256-9822 or • Veterans Benefits: 800-222-1222 318-676-7540; 800-827-1000 • senior advocacy concerns: 318-227-6186; 800-960-7705 Miscellaneous • senior services: 318-676-7900 or 800-256-3003 Reporting: • cable television service problems : 318-213-4130; Home Care 318-747-1688 Providers • The Best of Times: Home care providers (or 318-636-5510 private duty care companies) • consumer/business provide home care aides, complaints: 318-222-7575 companion care, homemaker • obscene or harassing services, assistance with activitelephone calls: 318-557-6222 • problems with daily news- ties of daily living in the client’s www.TheBestOfTimesNews.com
place of residence (i.e. home, hospital, assisted living, or nursing home). These providers are not generally certified or licensed home health care agencies and generally are not able to provide services which are reimbursed by Medicare, some Medicaid programs, and some private insurance programs. Care is generally provided on an hourly basis. All About Care Home Services 2529 East 70th Street, Suite 306 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 797-2100 Bayou Companion Care 9301 Wallace Lake Road Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 683-0026 Bayou Companion Care is a home care provider which is a local family owned agency with extensive experience in health care services since 1993. Comfort Keepers 910 Pierremont Road, Ste 410 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 934-0090 www.comfortkeepers.com Helping seniors live happy, healthy lives
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in the comfort of their own homes by providing quality, compassionate care and safety technology solutions to preserve independence and contribute to a better life. Elite Health Solutions, LLC 7591 Fern Ave., Suite 1601 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 213-5483 Entrum Care, Inc. 6235 Hwy 157 South Haughton, LA 71037 (318) 949-1828 Family Care Services 7623 Pines Road Shreveport, LA 71129 (318) 671-1799 Interim Healthcare Staffing 2323 Old Minden Rd Suite 500 Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 741-3776 New Horizons Independent Living Center 8508 Line Avenue, Suite D Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 671-8131 www.nhilc.org Enabling people with disabilities to live independently. A non-profit and non-residential service provider offers independent living services, assistive technology services, transportation services, mental health counseling services, an attendant
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training program, and attendant services to people with disabilities in the 29 parishes of North Louisiana. Preferred Care at Home of Northwest Louisiana 2625 Line Avenue, Suite 101 Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 861-4632; (800) 784-6944 www.preferhome.com/nwla Professional Sitter Services 708 Milam Street, Suite 202 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 226-5678 Professional Sitter Services , LLC is locally owned and operated personal care attendant provider licensed by the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals. Who strives to provide superior care to senior citizens and others who need care by well trained and vetted personal care attendants.
Home Health Agencies Home health agencies are licensed by a state to provide care to a patient in the patient’s residence. Care must be prescribed by the patient’s attending physician as part of a written plan of care. The patient must be generally homebound. They are certified to provide care services that may
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be reimbursed by Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance. Home health care services provided by a licensed and certified home health agency on an intermittent basis may include: skilled nursing; home health aide services; physical therapy; occupational therapy; speech therapy; social worker services, personal hygiene care, and light housekeeping. Ark-La-Tex Home Health 2090 Stockwell Road Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-6180 Christus Home Care 1700 Buckner, Ste 200 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 681-7200 CHRISTUS HomeCare provides medical, behavioral, and palliative home health programs. These programs are designed to help you regain your independence after surgery, understand new medicines, and learn about new diagnosis. Our nurses and therapists work with your physician to help you stay home and stay healthy. Gentiva Health Services 920 Pierremont, Ste 520 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 865-8865
LA HomeCare of Shreveport 920 Pierremont, Ste 220 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 219-9549 Medistar Home Health 2103 Old Minden Road, Ste A Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 742-4028 National Homecare Services 3007 Knight Street, Suite 200 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 221-8799 Professional Home Health Services 3601 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 861-3900 Smart Health Care 127 Honeysuckle Lane Haughton, LA 71037 (318) 747-1965 Southland Home Health of Shreveport 9301 Wallace Lake Rd. Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 683-1190 STAT Home Health 820 Jordan, Suite 110 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 424-5365 Supra Home Care 8889 Jewella, Ste D Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 865-3111
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Synergy Home Care 2533 Bert Kouns, #117 Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 550-0285 Thompson Home Health 2529 East 70th, Suite 110 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 797-9392 Trinity Home Care 3825 Gilbert Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 861-0306 United Home Health Care of Shreveport 9400 Village Green Drive Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 798-7777 unitedhomehealthcare.com Willis Knighton Home Health 3300 Albert Bicknell #4 Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-4180 www.wkhs.com Willis-Knighton Home Health is a full-service program providing skilled nursing for
disease and pain management; infusion therapy, chemotherapy, total parenteral/enteral nutrition and wound care. Home Health also provides rehab services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, lymphedema therapy, and speech therapy. Other services provided are a medical social worker and certified nursing assistants.
National Pharmacy Services of Shreveport 8860 Quimper Place Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 797-9517
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WellNecessities Pharmacy and Infusion 8835 Line Avenue Suite 500 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 222-0885
Home medical infusion provides safe, effective administration of medication or vital fluids to patients in their own home or an outpatient setting. CarePoint Partners 4859 Shed Road, Suite 300 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-5080 IV Plus of Shreveport 2535 Bert Kouns Industrial #211 Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 683-5139
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Hospice A method of caring for the terminally ill that helps provide comfort and support to patients and their family members when an illness no longer responds to cure-oriented treatments. Hospice neither prolongs life nor hastens death. The primary goal is to improve the quality of a patient’s last days by relieving symptoms and pain. Hospice care can be provided in the home, hospice facility, nursing home, or hospital. Medical, social, spiritual, and counseling services can all be part of hospice care. Medicare and many private health insurance programs cover hospice care but require specific patient eligibility. Agape Hospice 806 Brook Hollow Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 868-2750 Christus Schumpert Hospice and Grace Home One St. Mary Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 681-4605 CHRISTUS Hospice provides dignity to your loved one through comfort care. Our physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and nurse aides provide a superior level care in your home, a loved one’s home, nursing facility, and assisted living facility. When a higher level
of hospice care is needed, Grace Home is always an option. Circle of Life Hospice, Inc. 920 East 70th Street, Ste B Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 869-4012 circleoflifehospiceinc.com Circle of Life Hospice provides a team of doctors, nurses, CNAs, chaplains, social workers, bereavement staff and volunteers for terminally ill patients and their families during end of life care. Harmony Life Hospice 2529 East 70th, #306 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318)798-5775 Hill Cross Hospice 1513 Line Avenue, Suite 220 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 674-1100 Hospice of Shreveport/Bossier 3829 Gilbert Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 865-7177 Jordan’s Crossing Hospice 624 Travis St., Suite 700 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 631-6788 LifePath Hospice Care Services 8720 Quimper Place #100 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 222-5711 www.lifepathhospicecare.com LifePath Hospice Care Services is a licensed, certified Hospice serving Northwest Louisiana since 2002. Their mission is to provide comfort and care to individuals and families facing a life-limiting illness. Odyssey HealthCare 8508 Line Ave., Suite 6A Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 868-8788 Regional Hospice Care Group 8660 Fern Avenue, Suite 145 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 524-1046 Regional Hospice Care Group is a licensed and certified hospice which provides hospice www.TheBestOfTimesNews.com
care services to patients within a 50 mile radius. SouthernCare Hospice 2924 Knight St,#324 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 227-9160 St. Joseph Hospice 688 Jordan Shreveport LA 71101 (318) 222-8723 www.stjosephhospice.com St. Joseph Hospice is a spiritually driven hospice with many years of experience providing emotional, spiritual, and physical support to patients facing a terminal illness and their loved ones. Willis Knighton Hospice of Louisiana 616 East Flournoy Lucas Road Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 212-2170 www.wkhs.com Willis-Knighton Hospice of Louisiana provides skilled services and compassionate support from a team of professionals that includes the attending physician, medical director, registered nurses, social workers, chaplains, home health aides, music therapy, auxiliary services and volunteers.
Hospitals Types of hospitals include: • General hospitals have many specialized departments with highly trained doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals. They are generally set up to deal with many kinds of disease and injury, and typically have an emergency department to deal with urgent threats to health. • Specialized hospitals include rehabilitation hospitals, children’s hospitals, geriatric hospitals, veteran’s hospitals, and hospitals
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for dealing with specific medical needs. Brentwood Hospital 1006 Highland Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 678-7500 www.brentwoodbehavioral.com Brentwood Hospital helps individuals and families achieve optimal mental health, resulting in improved quality of life. A dedicated professional team provides individualized treatment, meeting the personal needs of our customers in a safe and nurturing environment. Christus Schumpert Highland 1453 E. Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 798-4300 Cornerstone Hospital of Bossier City 4900 Medical Drive Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 747-9500 Lifecare Hospital - Pierremont 8001 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 212-3200 Lifecare Hospital - Linwood 9320 Linwood Avenue Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 688-8504 Lifecare Hospital - North 2550 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-6860
LSU Health Sciences Center 1501 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71130 (318) 675-5000
professionals. Willis Knighton Health System (WKHS) has been rated one of the top 100 hospitals in the US.
Minden Medical Center #1 Medical Plaza Minden, LA 71055 (318) 377-2321
WK Bossier Health Center 2400 Hospital Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 212-7000 www.wkhs.com A 114 bed acute care hospital providing various medical treatments, therapies, and surgical care and staffed with doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals. WKHS has been rated one of the top 100 hospitals in the US.
North Caddo Memorial 1000 South Spruce Street Vivian, LA 71082 (318) 375-3235 Overton Brooks Veterans Administration Hospital 510 Stoner Avenue Shreveport, LA 71130 (318) 221-8411 Promise Specialty Hospital of Shreveport 1800 Irving Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 425-4096 Promise Specialty Hospital of Bossier City 2525 Viking Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 841-2525 Willis Knighton Medical Center 2600 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-4000 www.wkhs.com A 369 bed acute care hospital providing various medical treatments, therapies, and surgical care and staffed with doctors, nurses, and other health care
Willis Knighton South and the Center for Women’s Health 2510 Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 212-5000 www.wkhs.com A 186 bed acute care hospital providing various medical treatments, therapies, and surgical care and staffed with doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals. WKHS has been rated one of the top 100 hospitals in the US. WK Pierremont Health Center 8001 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 212-3000 www.wkhs.com A 112 bed acute care hospital providing various medical treatments, therapies, and surgical care and staffed with doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals. WKHS has been rated one of the top 100 hospitals in the US.
Independent Living Communities Independent Living communities are a group of variable sized apartments that provide seniors with the opportunity to experience as much freedom as they choose among their peers in a secure setting. These communities are designed for those who are relatively physically and
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socially independent. The major benefits are maintenance free living, socialization opportunities and numerous activities. Other amenities may include housekeeping services, pest control, apartment maintenance, parking, utilities, cable television, transportation and one or more meals served in a common dining area. These communities do not provide custodial or medical care. Costs are covered by the individual. Garden Apartments at the Oaks 600 East Flournoy Lucas Road Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 212-2000 www.oaksofla.com Garden Apartments at The Oaks offers 119 garden apartments, all on one level with many overlooking a lake and most with parking just outside the door. A number of studio and one-bedroom garden apartments with interior access to the Alta and John Franks Community Centre also are available. Glen Stiles Apartments 403 East Flournoy Lucas Road Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 797-6810 Glenview Gardens 4828 Medical Drive Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 746-0470 Summerfield Estates 9133 Baird Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 688-9525 Tower at The Oaks 600 East Flournoy Lucas Road Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 212-6257 www.oaksofla.com Offers 124 residences for active adults, age 55+ ,a first-of-its kind for Shreveport. The Tower is nestled in a park-like setting surrounded by beautiful vistas – trees, water, walking trails and spacious lawns. The luxurious multistory building is the nucleus of a concierge commuwww.TheBestOfTimesNews.com
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nity with resort amenities such as flexible dining options and a spa and wellness center. The Waterford at Shreveport 2222 East Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 524-3300 www.waterfordatshreveport.com Offers ten floor plans, 3 full meals a day in a beautifully appointed dining room, weekly housekeeping and linen service, complimentary transportation, full social and recreational programs, 24 hour emergency call system, and 24 hour staffing.
Medical Equipment and Supplies Medical equipment suppliers provide equipment, supplies, and services that help patients stay active, achieve a better quality of life, and remain safe in their home. Suppliers work closely with physicians, caregivers, nurses, discharge planners, social workers, and pharmacists to insure that the right products are provided to meet the medical needs of the patient to accomplish desired outcomes. Accucare Medical 9011 Linwood Ave Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 687-1444 Allmed Mobility 303 North Market St. Suite B Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 222-2860
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Allegiance Medical Supply 1532 Irving Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 865-7111 Ashley Medical Equipment & Supplies 1435 Hawn Ave Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 676-0881 Associated Medical and Oxygen Supply 8870 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 798-6004 FastServ Medical 1329 Driftwood Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 741-9586 www.fastservmedical.com New and used custom conversion handicap trucks and vans, wheelchair lifts, high tech driving aides, wheelchair ramps and stair lifts: FastServ Medical sells and services products to improve the quality of life for the disabled. Medical Technology, Inc. 8860 Quimper, # 200 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 798-5140 Physician’s Choice Home Medical 1509 Doctors Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-6288 Regional Medical Rental & Sales 9422 Kingston Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 686-5277
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Samaritan Home Medical & Respiratory 9162 Mansfield Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 687-2809 Shreveport Diabetic Shoes and Medical Supplies 8837 Kingston Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 687-7317
Humana Health Benefit Plan of Louisiana, Inc. Toll Free 1-800-833-2364 TTY 1-877-833-4486 www.humana-medicare.com Medicare Health Plans available: Private Fee for Service; Health Maintenance Organization
Southern Rehab and Home Medical Equipment 2207 California # 9A Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-6118
Humana Insurance Company Toll Free 1-800-833-2364 TTY 1-877-833-4486 www.humana-medicare.com Medicare Health Plans available: Preferred Provider Organization
WellNecessities 8835 Line, Suite 500 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 222-0885
United Healthcare Medicare Direct Toll Free: 1-800-555-5757 www.uhcmedicaresolutions.com
Medicare Health Plans The following offer Medicare Health Plans (also known as Medicare Part C or Medicare Advantage Plans) for persons living in Caddo/Bossier parishes (according to www.medicare. gov as of 2/1/2014). These health plan options are part of the Medicare program. If you join, you generally get all your Medicare-covered health care through that plan. Coverage can include prescription drugs. Other plans may be available by calling 1-800-633-4227. TTY: 877-486-2048. Please visit www.medicare.gov to compare plans.
Vantage Health Plan, Inc 1-888-823-1910 Ext 1 TTY 1-866-524-5144 www.vantagemedicare.com
Medicare Prescription Drug Plans The following companies offer Medicare Prescription Drug Plans for persons living in Louisiana (according to the 2013 Medicare and You Handbook 8/2012). Some of these plans may not be available in all Louisiana parishes. Other Medicare prescription drug plans may be available by visiting the website at www.medicare.gov or calling 1-800-633-4227 (TTY: 877-486-2048). To compare plans visit www.medicare.gov.
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Bossier Council on Aging Info & referrals - 741-8302 Caption Call System - Hard of hearing telephone system available @ no cost. Must have landline & internet services. Caregiver - Support services are provided for family caregivers including in-home respite care for the caregiver, education for the family, and material aid and sitter services for the patient. $3/visit suggested. Home Delivered Meals - Provided Monday – Thursday for homebound seniors in Bossier parish. $2 suggested contribution. Homemaker - Trained employees provide light housekeeping for
seniors having difficulty maintaining their homes. $3/visit suggested. Legal Services - Education on elder legal issues. Counseling for individuals is accessible monthly with a local lawyer or by referrals. Medicaid Food Stamp Applications - Application center and assistance filling out the forms. By appointment only. Medical Alert - With a referral from BCOA, an auto dial unit is available for installation on your phone. Necklace, wristband, or pocket clip styles provided. Press the button for immediate help. $25 fee per month. Outreach - Home visits are made
Information Referral - Call 318.676.7900 for specific problems Resource Directory: www.caddocouncilonaging.org Aging & Disability Resource Center of Northwest LA - Serving Seniors & Disabled Adults in Northwest Louisiana Parishes. Call 1.800.256.3003 or 318.676.7900 • Long Term Care Resources & Options - Help navigate complex system of Long Term Care • Medicare Counseling - Answer Medicare coverage questions • Medicare Part D Application - Assist you to find the best plan through www.medicare.gov • Medicine Assistance - Help seniors and disabled adults complete applications to drug companies for free or discounted medicine. Community Choice Waiver - Case manager for Region 9. Family Caregiver - Short-term temporary relief care is provided for caregivers so that they may have a break from senior care. A donation is requested. Foster Grandparent 318.676.7913. Seniors age 60+ can serve as mentors, tutors & caregivers to youth with special needs. Foster grand-
parents must meet federal income requirements. A modest tax-free salary is given for 20 hours’ per week service. Homemaker - A trained worker will perform light household tasks for house-bound persons. A $5 monthly donation is requested. Legal Services - Referrals for individual counseling Meals on Wheels - Hot meals are delivered to homes of seniors unable to shop or cook for themselves. A yearly wellness check is included. A $5 weekly donation is requested. Medical Alert - Senior emergency response system provided by Acadian on Call for a $22 monthly fee. This system gives immediate access to medical care in case of accidents. Medicaid Applications – Application center and assistance filling out the forms. By appointment only. Nursing Home Ombudsman Advocate will investigate and resolve senior's nursing home complaints. Personal Care - Personal care provided weekly for homebound seniors. Senior Centers/Dining Sites - Fun activities. Lunch served. Suggested $1.50 donation accepted. • A.B. Palmer SPAR, 547 E. 79th St., Shreveport. 673-5336.
Minden Senior Center (3713056 or 1-800-256-2853), 316 McIntyre St., Minden, LA 71055; 8 am to 4 pm Cotton Valley Senior Center (832-4225), Railroad Ave., Cotton Valley; 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Sp r i n g h i l l Se n i o r C e n t e r (539-2510), 301 West Church St., Springhill; 8 am to 4 pm Congregate Meals – nutritionally balanced meals for persons 60+ and spouses provided at senior centers, served 5 days a week. Family Care-Giver Support
– support services that provide a temporary break in the tasks of caregiving. For family caregivers who are providing care for an older individual who is determined to be functionally impaired because of inability to perform instrumental functions of daily living without substantial supervision and assistance. This service is provided to persons caring for a homebound relative 60+, for a relative 60+ caring for a homebound child or grandchild. Home-Delivered Meals – Noon meal delivered to eligible home-
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to help qualify seniors for services. Senior Centers - Recreation, crafts, educational seminars, and health information. Also: day trips, extended trips, exercise/dance classes, bingo, cards, dominoes, health screenings, exercise equipment room, Senior Games and Thursday night dances with a live band. Hot, nutritious meals served at 11:30 AM at the sites, Monday - Friday. $2 per meal is suggested. • Bearkat Site (741-8302), 706 Bearkat Dr., Bossier City. Monday through Thursday 8 am - 4:30 pm; Friday 8 am - 2:30 pm. • Plain Dealing Site (326-
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Mon thru Thur 9 am - 1 pm. Lunch @ 11:30 am. • Airport Park SPAR, 6500 Kennedy Dr., Shreveport. 673-7803. Mon thru Thurs 9 am - 1 pm. Lunch @ 11:00 am. • Cockrell SPAR, 4109 Pines Road, Shreveport. 629-4185. Mon thru Thurs 10 am - 12 noon. Lunch @ 10:30 am. • Lakeside SPAR, 2200 Milam St., Shreveport. 673-7812. Mon through Thurs - 10 am - 12 noon. Lunch @ 11:30 am. Breakfast served Wed, Thurs & Fri @ 9 am. • Martin Luther King Community Center. 1422 Martin Luther King Blvd, Shreveport. 222-7967. Mon through Fri: 9:30 am - 1:30 pm. Lunch @ 11:30 am. Transportation available on a limited basis. Call for more info. • Mooringsport. 603 Latimer St., Mooringsport. 318-996-2059. Tues, Wed, & Thurs. 9 am - 12:30 pm. Lunch @ 11:30 am. • Morningstar, 5340 Jewella Ave. Shreveport. 318-636-6172. Mon through Fri - 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Lunch @ 11:00 am. Transportation available on a limited basis. Call for more info.
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bound elderly (illness, disability or while caring for spouse who is), 5 days a week. Homemaker services – Provided to those meeting specific requirements. Information and Assistance – Provides the individual with current information on opportunities and services within the community. Legal Assistance – providing legal advice, counseling, and representation by an attorney. Lectures are scheduled on a quarterly basis. Medicaid enrollment center –
5722), 101 E. Oak St., Plain Dealing, 9 AM - 1 PM • Benton Site (965-9981), 102 Bellevue, Benton, 10 AM - 1 PM, Monday - Thursday. Transportation - Wheelchair accessible vans available to transport seniors to grocery shopping, senior centers & BX (with military ID). $3 suggested contribution. Medical appointment transportation provided with a $10/roundtrip charge. Also contracts with Medicaid for referrals. Zumba classes - Monday & Wednesday @ 5:30 pm, Saturdays @ 10 am. Open to the public, free for seniors.
• New Hill. 8725 Springridge Texas-Line Rd, Keithville. 925-0529. Tues and Thurs - 9 am - 12 noon. Lunch @ 11:00 am. • Oil City, 110 Furman St., Oil City. Mon & Fri - 9 am - 12:30 pm. Lunch @ 12:00 pm. • Randle T. Moore Senior Activity Center, 3101 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. 676-7900. Thurs & Fri. Coffee @ 9:30 am. Program @ 10 am. Fri @ 11 am Senior Tech Talk. • Southern Hills SPAR, 1002 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport. 673-7818. Mon through Thurs 10 am - 12:30 pm. Lunch @ 12:00 noon • Valencia Park Community Center SPAR, 1800 Viking Drive, Shreveport. 673.6433. Mon – Thurs 9 am – 5 pm. Lunch @ 11 am. Sheriff's Operation Safeguard - Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office helps reunite persons with Alzheimer's who have become lost with their families. Participants are given a special ID bracelet containing information stored in the Sheriff's Office database. Call 318.681.0875 to register. FREE. Telephone Reassurance - Volunteers call seniors to offer comfort, support and a chat. take initial Medicaid applications Medical Alert – linking clients with in-home emergency response system. Recreation – Art, crafts, hobbies, games, and trips. Transportation – transporting older persons to and from community facilities and resources. Assisted transportation also provided and must be scheduled weekly in advance. Wellness – designed to support/ improve the senior’s mental/physical well-being through exercise, physical fitness, and health screening.
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Aetna Medicare (S5810) 1-800-832-2640
Unicare (S5960) 1-877-541-7382
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana (S5937) 1-800-593-9735
United American Insurance Company (S5755) 1-877-723-1662
CIGNA Medicare Rx (S5617) 1-800-735-1459
UnitedHealthcare (S5820 or S5921) 1-888-867-5564
CIGNA HealthSpring Prescription Drug Plan (S5932) 1-877-357-1685 EnvisionRx Plus (S7694) 1-866-250-2005 Express Scripts Medicare (S5660) 1-866-477-5704 First Health Part D (S5670) 1-855-893-4696 First Health Part D (S5768) 1-855-893-4696 HealthMarkets Medicare (S0128) 1-888-625-5531 HealthSpring Prescription Drug Plan (S5932) 1-877-357-1685 Humana Insurance Company (S5884) 1-800-706-0872 Stonebridge Insurance Co. (S9579) 1-877-527-1958 Symphonix Health (S0522) 1-855-355-2280
WellCare (S5967) 1-888-293-5151 Windsor Rx(S4802) 1-888-900-4307
Medigap Policies
A Medigap policy covers patient-responsible amounts of Medicare benefits. The following offer Medicare MediGAP policies for Louisiana residents (medicare.gov as of 2/1/2013). Other plans may be available by calling 1-800-633-4227. (TTY: 1-877-486-2048) Please visit www.medicare.gov to compare plans. AARP HealthCare Options (United Healthcare Insurance Company) 1-800-523-5800 www.aarphealthcare.com American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus 1-800-992-3522 www.aflac.com Assured Life Association 1-877-223-3666 www.denverwoodmen.com
Bankers Fidelity Life Insurance Company 1-800-241-1439 www.bflic.com
Governmental Personnel Mutual Life Insurance Company 1-866-242-7573 www.gpmlife.com
Blue Cross Blue Shield of LA 1-800-258-3365 www.bcbsla.com
Humana Health Benefit Plan of Louisiana, Inc. 1-800-872-7294 www.humana-medicare.com
Central States Indemnity Co. of Omaha 1-866-644-3988 www.csi-omaha.com Colonial Penn Life Insurance 1-800-800-2254 www.colonialpenn.com Combined Insurance Company of America 1-800-544-5531 www.combined.com
Humana Health Living 1-888-310-8482 www.humana-medicare.com Liberty National Life Insurance Company 1-800-331-2512 www.libnat.com Loyal Amer. Life Insurance Co. 1-866-459-4272 www.loyalamerican.com
Continental Life Insurance Co. of Brentwood, Tennessee 1-800-264-4000 www.cont-life.com
Marquette National Life Insurance 1-800-934-8203 www.marquettenationallife.com
Equitable Life & Casualty Insurance Co 1-800-352-5150 www.equilife.com
Medico Insurance Company 1-402-391-6900 www.gomedico.com
Forethought Life Insurance Co 1-877-492-5870 www.forethought.com Gerber Life Insurance Company 1-877-778-0839 www.gerberlife.com Globe Life & Accident Insurance Company 1-800-801-6831 www.globecaremedsupp.com
Order of United Commercial Travelers of America 1-800-848-0123 www.uct.org Physicians Mutual Insurance Company 1-800-228-9100 www.physiciansmutual.com Sentinel Security Life Insurance Company 1-800-247-1423 www.sentinellife.org
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Managing General Agent, LUTCF
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Standard Life and Accident Insurance Company 1-888-350-1488 www.slaico.com
United Healthcare Insurance Co-Secure Horizons 1-888-202-4340 www.securehorizons.org
State Farm Mutual Auto Insurance Co 1-800-855-1212 www.statefarm.com
United of Omaha Life Insurance Company 1-800-354-3289 www.mutualofomaha.com
State Mutual Insurance Co. 1-877-800-1264 www.statemutualinsurance.com
World Insurance Company 1-402-496-8000 www.worldinsco.com
Sterling Investors Life Insurance 1-877-896-6434 www.sterlinginvestors.com Sterling Life InsuranceCompany 1-800-688-0100 www.sterlingplans.com Thrivent Financial for Lutherans 1-800-847-4836 www.thrivent.com United American Insurance Company 1-800-331-2512 www.UnitedAmerican.com
Mental Health Services Treatment for those in need of mental health or psychiatric services, include talk therapy, medication therapy, electroconvulsive treatments, and substance abuse therapies that can be provided by doctors, therapists, and other professionals on an inpatient or outpatient basis. If you or someone you are concerned about are in a crisis and at risk to yourself or others, call 911 or go to the emergency
room of a local hospital. Alzheimer’s Agency of Shreveport/Bossier Inc. P. O. Box 4038 Shreveport, LA 71134 (318) 780-7906 www.alzagency.org The Alzheimer’s Agency of Shreveport/Bossier, Inc. is a local non-profit organization made up of individuals who have all been directly affected by Alzheimer’s disease and/or dementia. Our hope is to help individuals, family members, and caregivers find the resources and support they need to overcome the daily challenges this disease brings, as well as, find the strength and reassurance to face the challenges ahead. Alzheimer’s Association 910 Pierremont Rd, Suite 410 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 861-8680 www.alz.org The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading, global voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care and support, and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research. Brentwood Hospital 1006 Highland Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 318-678-7500; 877- 678-7500 www.brentwoodhospital.com Brentwood Hospital helps individuals and families achieve optimal mental health, resulting in improved quality of life. A dedicated professional team provides individualized treatment, meeting the personal needs of our customers in a safe and nurturing environment. Center for Families 864 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 222-0759 Gary Booker, MD 851 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 227-9600 www.jgarybookermd.com Dr. Booker has conducted
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Miscellaneous Businesses AC Duct Cleaners 9803 Hastings Courts Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 218-0770 Respiratory problems can be caused by dust, mildew, pet hair, dander and outdoor pollens that become trapped in your home’s duct system. We offer air duct cleaning, odor removal, and air purification system. Call today for a free inspection. ArklaTex MedCare Dr. Robert Zahn 1005 Southland Park Drive Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 295-5066 www.shreveportpainrelief.com Arklatex Medcare offers an in-office, no-cost, no obligation consultation to determine if you qualify for a non-surgical treatment to relieve knee pain.
Advantaged Benefits Consultants, LLC 106 E. Kings Hwy, Suite 114 Shreveport, LA 71104 318-219-2227 877-219-2221 (toll free) www.abc4ins.net Approaching a birthday? Insurance premiums going up? Use our 25+ years of experience to do your shopping. Advantage Benefits Consultants will work to find you coverage that saves you money. Beyond Digital Imaging 106 East Kings Highway, Suite 103 Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 869-2533 www.beyonddigitalimaging.com We restore and capture memories via photo restorations, printing, VHS to DVD transfers, high resolution scans, and slide show compilation.
Brock’s Collison Centers • 740 W. Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 687-5070 www.brockscollision.com
• 2654 Barksdale Blvd Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 742-5575 www.brockscollision.com • 8752 Business Park Dr. Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 798-1353 www.brockscollision.com Brock’s Collision Centers doesn’t just provide top-rated repairs; they also offer the best in customer service. With highly-skilled technicians, trained in repairs for all makes and models of automobiles, Brock’s can assure customers the most timely and accurate assessment, as well as the highest quality workmanship.
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Fairfield Family Clinic 1860 Fairfield Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (3180 675-1313 www.fairfieldfamilyclinic.org Accepting new patients and most insurance. Walk-ins welcome. Geriatric care, physicals, acute medical problems, and family medicine for all ages. Open Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. Louisiana Health Care Quality Forum 8550 United Plaza Blvd, #500 Baton Rouge, LA 70809 (225) 384-9299 www.LHCQF.ORG The Louisiana Health Care Quality Forum is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to reshaping health care. Led by a volunteer Board of Directors, the Quality Forum serves as a neutral convener, bringing providers, purchasers, payers and consumers together to drive improvements in health care quality, safety and value for
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Louisiana residents. Mattress Center USA 1549 East 70th Street Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 524-1290 Mattress Center USA offers the best brands of mattresses and memory foam bedding. For over 7 years we’ve been providing superior selection and quality to our customers. Yokem Toyota 1199 East Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 795-3106 www.yokemtoyota.com Yokem Toyota is all about one thing, you. We have been privileged to serve thousands of people from the Shreveport | Bossier City area. The ArkLa-Tex is where we started and you are what makes us great. We have been blessed to keep relationships going even after our customers have moved. From shipping cars to Arizona or Ireland no distance is too far.
A place of residence for people who require constant nursing care and have significant deficiencies with activities of daily living. In addition to skilled nursing services and certified nursing assistant services, the resident can also receive needed physical, occupational, speech, and other rehabilitative therapies. Medicare covers nursing home services for 20 to 100 days for beneficiaries who require skilled nursing care or rehabilitation services following a hospitalization of at least 3 consecutive days. Booker T. Washington Nursing Home 7605 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 219-2688 Bradford Guest Care Center 3050 Baird Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 688-1010
Claiborne Healthcare Center 1536 Claiborne Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 631-3426 Colonial Oaks Guest Care Center 4921 Medical Drive Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 742-5420 Cypress Point Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 2901 Douglas Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-2700 Garden Court Nursing Home 4405 Airline Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 747-5440 Garden Park Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center 9111 Linwood Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 688-0961
Guest Care Center at Spring Lake 8622 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 868-4136 Harmony House Nursing Home 1825 Laurel Street Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 424-5251 Health Center at Live Oak 600 East Flournoy Lucas Rd Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 212-6257 www.oaksofla.com Multifaith health center serving seniors since 1982. Medicare skilled nursing services with semi-private and private rooms available. Heritage Manor - South 9712 Mansfield Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 687-2080
“To me - old age is always ten years older than I am.” ~John Burroughs
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Heritage Manor of Bossier City 2575 Airline Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 746-7466 Heritage Manor Stratmore 530 Stratmore Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 524-2202 Heritage Manor West Nursing 7060 Cottonwood Blvd. Shreveport, LA 71129 (318) 686-1400 Landmark Nursing Center 9105 Baird Road Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 688-6691 Magnolia Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 1411 Claiborne Avenue Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 868-4421 Magnolia Manor is “A facility that feels like home.. treats you like family…and provides quality personal care.” Our staff is available 24 hours a
day. We offer skilled and rehab services; physical, speech, and occupational therapy; planned daily activities and social events, and daily IV therapy. Come see our recently remodeled 98 bed Medicare/Medicaid certified facility with new special additions including a movie theatre and a beautiful chapel. NurseCare of Shreveport 1736 Irving Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 221-1983 nursecareofshreveport.com NurseCare of Shreveport is “Your Bridge from Hospital to Home”. Our staff is available 24 hours a day to assist you or your loved in transitioning to our facility. Our recently remodeled facility offers 24 hour skilled nursing in our 44 bed short-stay Medicare rehabilitation unit and we have a special secured Alzheimer’s/dementia care unit. We have a registered respiratory therapist, full time wound care team, and other health care
professionals on staff to provide needed specialty services. Pierremont Healthcare Center 725 Mitchell Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 868-2789 Pilgrim Manor Guest Care Center 1524 Doctors Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 742-1623 Riverview Care Center 4820 Medical Drive Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 747-1857 Roseview Nursing Center 3405 Mansfield Road Shreveport. LA 71103 (318) 222-3100 Southern Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 1524 Glen Oaks Place Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 221-0911
Shreveport Manor Guest Care Center 3302 Mansfield Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 222-9482 The Guest House 9225 Normandie Drive Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 686-0515 Village Health Care at the Glen 403 E. Flournoy Lucas Rd Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 798-3500 Veterans Nursing Home 3130 Arthur Ray Parkway Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 741-2763 WK Progressive Care Center 2715 Albert Bicknell Dr. Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-8200 www.wkhs.com Willis-Knighton Progressive Care Center offers comprehensive 24 hour nursing, in-house rehabilitation services, infusion
Magnolia Manor feels like home, treats you like family and provides quality personal care. • 24 hour nursing care • Skilled and rehab services • Physical, speech, & occupational therapy • Daily IV therapy • Planned daily activities & social events • Medicare/Medicaid certified Come see our newly renovated state of the art facility. In house movie theater, spacious activity center, and a beautiful chapel.
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therapy, and wound care with private and semi-private rooms. Willis-Knighton Extended Care Center 2550 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-6820 www.wkhs.com Willis-Knighton Extended Care Center offers specialized rehabilitation care for patients requiring extended care treatments.
Organizations and Clubs The following provide a wide range of benefits, services, and social opportunities for people age 50+ and retirees. American Legion Post #14 5315 South Lakeshore Drive Shreveport, LA 71119 (318) 636-9276 AARP of Louisiana 301 Main St, Suite 1012 Baton Rouge, LA 70825 866-448-3620 AARP Bossier Chapter Bossier Council on Aging 706 Bearkat Drive Bossier City, LA 318-742-6179 AARP North Bossier Chapter St. Judes Catholic Church 3800 Viking Drive Bossier City, LA 318-949-3845 AARP Greater Shreveport Chapter Randle Moore Center 3101 Fairfield Avenue Shreveport, LA 318-742-6179 AARP Rose City Chapter Southern Hills Center 1002 Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 318-222-6738
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Krewe of Elders 3212 Newman Lane Shreveport, LA 71119 318-635-4901 A non-profit incorporated Mardi Gras organization for those age 50+. New members are always welcomed. National Association of Retired Federal Employees #1178 909 Modica Bossier City, LA 71112 318-742-5092 National Association of Retired Federal Employees #137 8820 St. Clair Shreveport, LA 71118 318-671-1714 National Association of Retired Federal Employees #1622 331 Yolanda Shreveport, LA 71105 318-865-6730 NW Louisiana Senior Athletes Association, Inc. NW District Senior Olympics 208 Wellington Drive Bossier City, LA 71111-2037 (318) 742-3602 www.nwlsog.org Brings to our area an annual event promoting fitness and wellness and a vibrant lifestyle for seniors, encouraging competition amid fellowship and fun Shreveport Bridge Association Unit #170 of ACBL 7625 East Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 797-0855 bridgewebs.com/shreveport/ Play & instruction available.
Orthotics & Prosthetics Orthotics is concerned with the design, development, fitting and manufacturing of devices that support or correct musculoskeletal deformities and/ or abnormalities of the human body. A prosthetic provider is a professional who creates artificial limbs or orthopedic braces.
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Certified Limb and Brace 3227 Portland Avenue Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 636-9145
Wellcare Pharmacy 4160 Airline Dr. Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 212-9990
Snell’s Orthotics and Prosthetics 1833 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 424-4167
WellNecessities Pharmacy 8835 Line Ave., Suite 500 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 222-0885
Pharmacies Medical entities that employ professionals trained to prepare, distribute and give information about medicines per a prescription from a licensed physician or other authorized health care professional. A compounding pharmacy makes particular prescription medicines to fit the unique needs of the individual. Boudreaux’s Compounding Pharmacy 2551 Greenwood #110 Shreveport, LA 71108 (318) 631-2005 David Raines Community Health Center Pharmacy 1625 David Raines Road Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 227-3355 Drug Emporium 5819 East Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 861-7898 Line Avenue Pharmacy 1822 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 221-5114 Medic’s Compounding Pharmacy 1847 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 222-8477 National Pharmacy Services of Shreveport 8860 Quimper Place Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 797-9517 Sterling Healthcare Services 2535 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Shreveport, LA 71108 (318) 687-4546
Physicians
Family Medicine
Fairfield Family Clinic 1860 Fairfield Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 675-1313 www.fairfieldfamilyclinic.org Accepting new patients and most insurance. Walk-ins welcome. Geriatric care, physicals, acute medical problems, and family medicine for all ages. Open Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.
Gastroenterologist
GastroIntestinal Specialists, A.M.C. www.gis.md • Central Office 3217 Mabel Street Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 631-9121 • Bossier Office 2400 Hospital Dr. Suite 380 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 631-9121 • South Office 8383 Millicent Way Suite B Shreveport, LA 71115 318) 631-9121 Providing unparalleled patient care for over 30 years. Treating diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestine, liver, pancreas and related organs.
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Oncology WK Radiation Oncology Services Lane R. Rosen, MD Sanford R. Katz, MD Michael L. Durci, MD 2600 Kings Highway Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-4639 www.wkhs.com Our physicians offer cutting edge technologies in both internal and external radiation treatment at one of the nation’s leading centers for radiation therapy with accreditation from
both the American College of Radiology (ACR) and the American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO).
Ophthalmology Dr. Bryan Vekovius 450 Ashley Ridge Drive Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 675-3733 www.drveko.com An expert in aesthetics and treatment of diseases and syndromes involving the eye and eyelid, tearing system, and the optic nerve and is considered an expert in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery having performed close to two thousand procedures over the past six years on the eyelid alone. Eye Institute South 2530 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop #116 Shreveport, LA 71118 (318) 212-5901 Complete comprehensive eye examinations available for the entire family.
CENTRAL SHREVEPORT 3217 Mabel Street BOSSIER CITY 2400 Hospital Drive, Suite 380 SOUTH SHREVEPORT 8383 Millicent Way, Suite B
Pierremont Eye Institute 7607 Youree Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 212-3937 Founded in 2003 for the treatment of all eye conditions. From fitting glasses and contacts to treating diabetic eye disease to routine and complex cataract eye surgery, they provide comprehensive eye care for the whole family. WK Eye Center 855 Pierremont Road, Ste 102 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 213-3333 www.wkeyes.com For the treatment of all eye conditions. From fitting glasses and contacts to treating diabetic eye disease to routine and complex cataract eye surgery, they provide comprehensive eye care for the whole family WK Eye Institute 2611 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-2020 www.wkhs.com Founded in 2010 for the
treatment of all eye conditions. From fitting glasses and contacts to treating diabetic eye disease to routine and complex cataract eye surgery, they provide comprehensive eye care for the whole family.
Prescription Assistance The following provide assistance in obtaining prescription medications. Aging and Disability Resource Center 1700 Buckner St., Suite 240 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 676-7900 www.louisianaseniorrx.org Martin Luther King Health Center 827 Margaret Place, Suite 201 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 227-2912
COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING OFFICE ENDOSCOPY ABDOMINAL PAIN LIVER DISEASE ULCER DISEASE IRRITABLE BOWEL HEARTBURN GI BLEEDING COLITIS
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Northwest Louisiana Interfaith Pharmacy 909 Olive Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 425-3553 The Pool of Siloam Medical Ministry 4110 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71109 (318) 631-2212 www.poolofsiloam.org
Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy Rehabilitation services help restore some or all of the patient’s physical, sensory, and mental capabilities that were lost due to injury, illness, or disease. Physical therapy helps regain strength and mobility; occupational therapy helps with daily activities of living; and speech/ language therapy help with speaking and swallowing.
Bayou State Therapy 457 Ashley Ridge Drive Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 219-7737 Brewer Physical Therapy 2015 Fairfield Avenue, Suite 2B Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 222-8892 Eberhardt Physical Therapy 820 Jordan, Suite 150 Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 222-7442 NurseCare of Shreveport 1736 Irving Place Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 221-1983 nursecareofshreveport.com Willis Knighton Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Program www.wkhs.com • 2600 Greenwood Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-4720 • 2530 Bert Kouns, #148 Shreveport, LA 71118
(318) 212-5720 • 2449 Hospital Dr, #140 Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 212-7720 Willis Knighton Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center The Spine Institute 7925 Youree Drive, #140 Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 212-3720 www.wkhs.com Willis Knighton Health System The Spine Institute 2403 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-7746 www.wkhs.com Willis Knighton Cancer and Lymphedema and Rehabilitation Program 2403 Greenwood Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 212-8110 www.wkhs.com
Senior Apartments Senior apartments are usually age-restricted 55+ or 62+ and follow HUD regulations which allow for such “age discrimination”. If 55+, at least one person in the apartment must be at least 55. If 62+, all residents must be at least 62. Exceptions are made by HUD for younger renters if they are handicapped. Some rentals are income based and may be eligible for government subsidies or vouchers. Arbor and Terrace Apartments 4770 Brandon Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 318-549-1001 Barton Drive Manor 1625 Barton Dr. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-221-3351 Bentley Apartments 6760 Raspberry Lane. Shreveport, LA 71129 318-687-2007
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Berkshire Apartments 2120 North Hearne Ave. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-221-4622 Blanchard Place Apartments 3900 Roy Rd. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-929-7359 Blanchard Seniors II Apartments 246 Phelps Ave. Blanchard, LA 71009 318-309-9111 Blanchard Seniors III Apartments 231 N. Main Blanchard, LA 71009 318-929-9117 Bridgestone I & II Apartments 3852 Hwy. 171 Gloster, LA 71030 318-933-8594. Brookhaven Elderly Apts. 2705 Stanberry Dr. Shreveport, LA 71118 318-687-8894 Cedar Hills Apartments 7401 St. Vincent Shreveport, LA 71106 318-861 6915 Canaan Towers Apartments 400 N. Dale Shreveport, LA 71118 318-222-4230 Canaan Village Apartments 1915 Patzman St. Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-6663 Cloverdale Plaza Apartments 2213 Shed Rd. Bossier City, LA 71111 318-742-6202 Coventry Place Apartments 4565 North Market St. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-425-7913 Devonshire Apartments 2130 N. Hearne Ave. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-424-4775
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Evangeline Foundation Apts. 3875 Line Ave. Shreveport, LA 71106 318-861-1177
North Parke Apartments 100 North Parke Drive Doyline, LA 71023 318-745-2686
Fair Park Terrace Apartments 3401 Mertis Ave. Shreveport, LA 71109 318-631-5502
Northside Villa 4585 N. Market St. Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-2876
Galilee Eden Gardens Apts. 1500 Park Ave. Shreveport, LA 71103 318-226-9734 Galilee Majestic Arms Apts. 525 Sycamore St. Shreveport, LA 71103 318-222-4810 Garden Apartments at The Oaks 600 East Flournoy Lucas Shreveport, LA 71115 318-212-2000 www.theoaksofla.com
Old Salem Village 6725 Buncombe Rd. Shreveport, LA 71129 318-687-2378 Park Place Manor 3231 Mertis St. Shreveport, LA 71109 318-635-2416
Goodman Plaza Apartments 625 Jordan St. Shreveport, LA 71101 318-227-2591 Greenwood Apartments 9224 Greenwood Road Greenwood, LA 71033 318-938-1496 Greenwood Elderly Apartments 8910 Greenwood Rd. Shreveport, LA 71033 318-938-0038 Holy Cross Villas West 9333 Normandie Dr. Shreveport, LA 71118 318-688-8051 Jefferson Apartments 907 Louisiana Ave. Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-7505 King Garden Apartments 1510 David Raines Rd. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-222-0805 Mooring Manor Apartments 1008 Old Mooringsport Rd. Mooringsport, LA 71060 318-996-6193 www.TheBestOfTimesNews.com
Rebel Road Apartments 106 Rebel Rd. Vivian, LA 71082 Phone: 318-375-5365 Shreveport Garden Elderly Apartments 235 E Stoner Ave Shreveport, LA 71101 318-678-8900 Southwood Gardens Apartments 3550 Cedar Creek Rd. Shreveport, LA 71118 318-682-4022 Southwood Square Apartments 9085 Dean Road Shreveport, LA 71118 318-671-1888 Spring Forest Apartments 6759 Colquitt Rd. Keithville, LA 71047 318-925-2630 The Village Apartments 420 North Sibley Benton, LA 71006 318-965-9258 The Gables at Spring Lake 8622 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71106 318-861-2366 The Waterford at Shreveport 2222 East Bert Kouns Shreveport, LA 71105 318-524-3300 thewaterfordatshreveport.com
Tower at The Oaks 600 East Flournoy Lucas Shreveport, LA 71115 318-212-6257 www.theoaksofla.com Vivian Elderly Apartments 344 Red Bud Lane Vivian, LA 71082 318-375-2454 Twin Oak Apartments 609 Redbud Courts Vivian, LA 71082 318-375-2381 Wellington Square Apts 1812 Jewella Rd. Shreveport, LA 71109 318-635-5867 Wilkinson Terrace Apts. 2725 Southern Ave. Shreveport, LA 71104 318-221-5286 Windsor Village Apartments 1920 North Hearne Ave. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-424-0067
Woodcrest Apartments 100 Village Manor, #33 Haughton, LA 71037 318-949-1229 Yorkshire Apartments 2020 North Hearne Ave. Shreveport, LA 71107 318-424-4775
Senior Discounts
Discounts are subject to change. Verify discount prior to visit.
Entertainment DiamondJacks Casino in Bossier City - Golden Gamers discounts and promotions with Players Card for persons 50+ Regal Cinemas: up to $3 off for popcorn and soda combo for AARP members (55+) Sci-Port Discovery Center Golden Day Matinees weekdays 1 to 4 pm, $9 for persons 55+
Grocery Kroger: 10% off on Kroger brand every Tuesday (55+)
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Hotel/Motel Clarion Hotels: up to 10% off for AARP members (55+) Comfort Inn: up to 10% off for AARP members (55+) Comfort Suites: up to 10% off for AARP members (55+) Days Inn: up to 20% off for AARP members (55+) Hampton Inns & Suites: up to 10% off for AARP members (55+) Hilton Garden Inn: Up to 10% for AARP members Holiday Inn: 10% to 30% off depending on location (62+) Homewood Suites: up to 10% for AARP members Hyatt Hotels: 10% off for AARP members (62+) Marriott Hotels: 15% off for persons (62+) Motel 6: 10% off for 60+ Quality Inn: up to 10% off for AARP members(55+) Ramada Worldwide: up to 20% off for AARP members (55+) Rodeway Inn: 10% off for persons (60+) Sleep Inn: up to 10% off for AARP members (55+) Wyndam Hotels and Resorts: up to 20% off for AARP members (55+)
Restaurants Carraba’s: AARP members save 20% Wednesdays Chick-Fil-A: 10% off or free small drink or coffee (55+) Chili’s: 10% for 55+ Denny’s: 15% off for AARP members (55+)
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Dunkin’ Donuts: Get donut with purchase of large coffee for AARP members (55+) Golden Corral Restaurants: 10% off for seniors (62+) IHOP: Special Senior meals at discounted prices (55+) KFC: Free small drink with any meal (55+) Outback: Save 15% Moday Thursday for AARP members Papa Johns: 25% off for AARP members(55+) Saltgrass Steakhouse: 10% off for AARP members (55+) Subway: Free small drink or 10% off at selective locations (60+) Taco Bell: 5% off or free beverages (65+) Waffle House: 10% off on Mondays for 60+ Wendy’s: Free drink with purchase (62+)
Retail and Apparel Banana Republic: 10% off for persons 62+ Bealls: 20% off first Tuesday of each month for Club 50 plus members(50+) Belk’s: 15% off first Tuesday of each month (55+) Kohl’s: 15% off every Wednesday (60+) Michaels: up to 10% off on Tuesdays for AARP members(55+) Rite Aid: Use of Wellness+ card on certain items qualifies for additional discounts on other products
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Transportation Avis Car Rental: Up to 20% off for AARP members (55+) Budget Rental Cars: up to 20% off for AARP member (55+)
Support Groups and Agencies A Place That Warms the Heart - Grief 318-746-5775 Alzheimer’s Agency of Shreveport/Bossier Inc. P. O. Box 4038 Shreveport, LA 71134 (318) 780-7906 www.alzagency.org The Alzheimer’s Agency of Shreveport/Bossier, Inc. is a local non-profit organization made up of individuals who have all been directly affected by Alzheimer’s disease and/or dementia. Our hope is to help individuals, family members, and caregivers find the resources and support they need to overcome the daily challenges this disease brings, as well as, find the strenght and reassurance to face the challenges ahead. Alzheimer’s Association 910 Pierremont Rd, Suite 410 Shreveport, LA 71106 (318) 861-8680 www.alz.org The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading, global voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care and support, and the largest private, nonprofit funder
of Alzheimer’s research. Alzheimer’s Caregiver/Memory Loss Support Group 318-798-3500 Alzheimer’s Support Group Heritage Manor South 318-687-2080 Bereavement Support Group 318-212-4697 Bi Polar Support Group 318-949-2159 Breast Cancer Support Group 318-681-4421 Cancer Support Grawood Baptist Church 318-798-2380 Cancer Support WK Cancer CEnter 318-212-8225 Cancer - Women’s Support Group 318-212-8225 Caregiver Support Group Noel Memorial 318-221-5207 Dementia/Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group WK Steen-Hall Auditorium 318-865-7177 Feist-Weiler Cancer Center/La. Cancer Control Partnership 318-813-1461
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Fibromyalgia Support Group Willis Knighton Heart Institute 318-212-4720
Parkinson’s Caregiver Support Group 318-549-9744
General Cancer Support Group Willis Knighton Health Center 318-212-8225
Parkinson’s Support Group WKHS Steen Hall Auditorium 318-675-6142
Grandparents as Parents (GAP) 318-865-2070
Post-Polio Support Group WKHS Steen Hall Institute 318-212-6826
Grief Support Group Hospice Of Shreveport/Bossier 318-865-7177 Heart to Heart Support Group Willis Knighton Health Center 318-212-8225 Laryngectomy - New Voice Club V.A. Medical Center 318-990-5390 Louisiana Association on Compulsive Gambling 318-227-0883 Lymphedema Support Group at WKHS 318-212-8110 Muscular Sclerosis Support Group 318-212-4720 NWLA Scleroderma Support Group 318-373-3459
WKHS Prostate Support Group 318-212-8225 Self Help For Hard Of Hearing 318-868-7603 Shreveport-Bossier Ostomy Support Group 318-688-4830 Suicide Support Group - In Memory of Daniel (318) 518-7239 WKHS Strokers Support Group 318-212-4828 VA. Support Groups 318-990-5074
Transportation All prices and charges are subject to change.
“Some people are old at 18 and some are young at 90. Time is a concept that humans created.” ~Yoko Ono
The Arbor & Terrace of Bossier
4770 Brandon Blvd Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 549-1001
Accredited Air Ambulance 800-558-5387 ACLS Advanced Air Ambulance 800-633-3590 Aero Med Express P.O. Box 1568 Rogers, AR 72757-1568 800-842-8555
AmPm Medical Transportation (318) 686-3314, cell 426-6709 Lift capable. $10 -$15 round trip; $15 one-way, $30 roundtrip for wheelchair. Monday - Friday 5am - 6pm; Saturday - Dialysis only Angel Medical Transportation (318) 686-7381 Medical only/non-emergency. $7.50 one-way, $15.00 round trip. Monday-Saturday 5:30 am - 7:00 pm. Balentine Ambulance Service 3516 Mansfield Road Shreveport, LA 71103 (318) 222-5358 Caring, a family tradition. 24 Hour service, basis and advance life support, Medicare and Medicaid approved. Providing transportation to and from hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation services, and medical appointments. Bossier Council on Aging (Lift Capable) - (318) 741-7358 Bossier Parish Residents 60+.Transportation for doctor appointments and shopping in
Assisted Living
Bossier Office of Community SVS (318) 747-1045 (transportation) Louisiana transit. Lift capable. Bossier Parish Only/ Medicaid or cash. $5.00 city round trip, $10.00 Parish
LIFTLINE (SporTran) (318) 673-5316 Lift capable. Medical and non-medical. Must qualify under ADA guidelines. 5:30 am - 12:15 am weekdays; 7:15 am - 12:15 am Saturdays; 8 am - 5 pm Sundays. $2 - one-way trip Louisiana State Medicaid Transport 1-800-259-7235 Lift capable. Medical only. Have Medicaid number available when calling. 8 am to 5 pm Monday-Friday. M&J Transportation 318-687-3712; 318-572-1232 Lift capable Medical and non medical. $18 walk-on/round trip; $30 wheel chair/round trip New Horizons 318-820-1177 One week prior notice required. Life capable – Medical and Non-Medial – Elderly and Disabled. $7.50 each way
The Arbor
Communities and a
Bossier Parish. Donations of $3. Medicaid accepted
Disabled Vets (DAV) (318) 221-8411 Ext. 7025 No lift available. Transportation to VA Medical Center for disabled vets.
Ground Transportation
Prostate Cancer Group Regional Urology 318-868-9781
Overeaters Anonymous 318-677-4002
Air Medical Transport
of Minden
Community for
619 Germantown Road Minden, LA 71055 (318) 382-0402
Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Daily Respite Care Services are available
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Socialization Services (318) 687-9696 Medical and non-medical. Low income seniors 60+ living in the Cedar Grove/Hollywood/ Mooretown area only- District D. Donations requested. 8:30 3:00 Monday - Friday Quality Transportation (Medical) 318-424-7559 Call 24 hours in advance. $10 one-way in town or $20 Round trip VA/Veterans (318) 221-8411 Ext. 6856 Transportation for veterans (lift & stretcher capable). Willis Transportation 318-658-9133 Medicaid provider for Caddo and Bossier Parishes only
Public Transportation A-1 Charter Service 318-621-0700 Action Taxi: 318-222-8294 Ace Cab: 318-425-3325 All American Shuttle 318-272-0444 Bossier City Limousine 318-746-5466 City Link: 318-469-5175 Dixie Tours: 318-470-9757 Excalibur Limousines 318-742-6500
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Golden Stripe Cab 318-675-0411 Greyhound Trailways 318-221-4205 iShuttle 318-677-4388 J&L Limo Services 318-686-2467 Red River Coaches 318-221-5797 SporTran Bus 318-673-7425 Tri-City Charter 318-747-4754 Twin City Express 318-207-2838 Yellow Checker Cab 318-425-7000 Allegiant Airlines 702-505-8888 American Airlines 800-433-7300 United Airlines 800-525-0280 Delta Airlines 800-221-1212 Amtrak Train Service 800-872-7245 Avis Rent a Car 800-331-1212 Budget Car Rental 318-636-2846 Enterprise Rent a Car 318-631-8999
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Volunteer Opportunities American Red Cross 4221 Linwood Avenue Shreveport, LA 71108 318-865-9545 www.louisianaredcross.org Bossier Council on Aging 706 Bearkat Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 318-741-7490 www.bossiercouncilonaging.org Caddo Council on Aging 1700 Buckner Street, Ste 151 Shreveport, LA 71101 318-676-7900 Ext 239 www.caddocoaonaging.org Centerpoint Services 2121 Fairfield Shreveport, LA 71104 318-227-2100 www.centerpt.org Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) 900 Jordan Street Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-2272 www.vyjla.org Food Bank of Northwest LA 2307 Texas Ave. Shreveport, LA 71103 318-675-2400 www.foodbanknla.org
Habitat for Humanity 106 East Kings Highway, #206 Shreveport, LA 71104 318-868-8040 www.nwlahabitat.org Literacy Volunteers 2911 Centenary Boulevard Shreveport, LA 71104 318-869-2411 www.shreveportliteracy.org Shreveport Bossier Community Renewal 838 Margaret Place Shreveport, LA 71101 318-425-3222; www.sbcr.us Shreveport Green 3625 Southern Ave Shreveport, LA 71104 318-219-1888 www.shreveportgreen.org Louisiana SMP Program 8951 United Plaza Blvd, #270 Baton Rouge, LA 70809 (877) 272-8720 www.stopmedicarefraudla.org United Way of NW Louisiana 402 Edwards Shreveport, LA 71101 318-677-2509 www.unitedwaynwla.org Volunteers of America – N. LA 360 Jordan Shreveport, LA 71101 318-221-2669 www.voanorthla.org
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e hope you never need the service of ANY rehab, but if you do, come by and tour in person!
Our Nursing & Rehab Departments work hard to get you home as quickly as possible. We offer long term care services as well. Call us for more information at 318-221-1983, and see why so many make NurseCare their choice for short term rehabilitation and long-term care. 1736 Irving Place, Shreveport, LA 71101 www.nursecareofshreveport.com
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Some specialty services offered:
A Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility
IV Therapy Dementia Management Tracheotomy Care Electrical Stimulation Therapy Sub Acute Rehab Wound Care Cardiac Care Restorative Nursing/Rehab Diabetic Care Dialysis Management Pain Management
Residents enjoy almost all of the comforts of home, PLUS much more:
Vicki Ott, Administrator
Your first choice for short term rehabilitation and long term care for your loved one!
1736 Irving Place, Shreveport, LA 71101 www.nursecareofshreveport.com
(318) 221-1983
Physical fitness and exercise periods Exciting social events Faith based services Music, crafts, and creative activities Dining prepared for taste, health,
and nutritional value
Entertainment resources including
movie, books, and audio
NurseCare of Shreveport welcomes all persons in need of our services without regard to race, age, disability, color, national origin, religion, marital status, or gender and will make no determination regarding admissions or discharges based upon these factors. We comply with Section 504 of the Civil Rights Act.