Resource Guide

Resources that help orange county age well. See opportunities and aid available to OC residents 60+.

Caregiver Resource Center

Caregiver Resource Center OC is a trusted partner for Orange County families coping with physical, emotional, and financial responsibilities of caregiving.

Since 1988, the Caregiver Resource Center OC has assisted thousands of families and professionals who care for an adult over the age of sixty with chronic illness and/or a disabling condition or an adult who has brain impairing conditions such as Alzheimer’s, stroke, Parkinson’s, head injury, and Huntington’s Disease. A Program of St. Jude Medical Center.

Housing Assistance

Mercy House:

Helping Hands

City Net:

Family Assistance Ministries (FAM):

South County Outreach (SCO):

United Way:

Veteran Resources

Volunteers of America: (714) 426-9834
Veterans Service Office: (714) 480-6555

How to Qualify for Social Security
Disability Benefits with Alzheimer’s:

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COVID-19 Resources

General Updates: For the latest California COVID-19 updates please click here.
Vaccinations: Please click here to visit othena.com to discover the latest OC vaccination news.

COVID-19 Vaccination Pre-screening Questionnaire:

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Heatwave Resources

In the event California is facing an excessive heat wave with parts of the state reaching record breaking temperatures.

Too much heat is not safe for anyone. But did you know that Older adults, children under four, people with existing medical conditions, and those without access to air conditioning are the most at risk to extreme heat and heat-related illnesses. To prepare for this heat wave, I am sharing with you a list of trusted resources to keep you and your loved ones safe, healthy, and cool during this time. Help spread the word and share these resources with your family, friends, and communities.

South County Food Banks

For More Assistance:

Please visit 211oc.org or call 211

You may qualify for CalFresh food assistance. For help applying, call 211 to set up an appointment.

To apply on your own, visit : www.getcalfresh.org/en/s/shfboc

Public & Nonprofit

60+ Resources

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City Website Directory:

Definitions

Explore the ‘Definitions’ page to learn about phrases & words you might run into when taking care of an elderly loved one. A page to help you navigate through the world of senior care.