Resources Search
Resources Search
- Welcome to Council on Aging’s Aging and Disability Resource Directory. Here you will find information and resources available for older adults, people with disabilities, families and caregivers in our region. To use the directory, enter a search term in the search box and select a county or area from the drop-down menu, or click on the topics links below the search box.
- If you are looking for information on housing for older adults in our region, click the button below to search our housing database.
- What is included in our resource directory
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- To have your organization listed in our Resource Directory, please complete this form and follow the submission instructions. We reserve the right to accept or decline requests at our discretion.
This section provides information, resources and contact information for people who need care – whether at home, in the community or in a nursing home. Most of the information in this section is aimed at helping you stay independent at home.
Health and SafetyAs we age, there are things we can do for ourselves and our loved-ones to to protect our health and safety. Whether it’s finding a new physician or preparing for a disaster, resources in this section can help.
HousingWhether you need help with a home repair, rental or utility assistance, or finding a home to suit your particular health needs, COA’s housing resources and information can help.
Work, Education and LeisureLearn something, have some fun! Resources in this section will help you find the information you need, whether you want to take a class, find a park, find a job, volunteer, or travel the world.
Resource Directory Results
How to Print your Search Results
To Print a Single Resource – Click the “Print Resource” link within the resource listing to view a printer-friendly page. When the page opens, right-click within the page and select “Print”.
To Print Multiple Resources – First, select specific resources for your list by checking the “Add to List” box next to each resource. Or, to print all the resources shown on the page, check the “Add All To Print List” box. Next, click “Print List” to generate a printer-friendly PDF document. You can then print the document or save it to your computer.
NOTE: Remember to print your list before you leave this page. Checked items will be lost if you leave this page.
Prescription Help
Cost-Saving Tips for Prescription Drugs
For a new prescription, don't buy a whole bottle; ask for just a few pills. You may have side effects from the medication and have to switch. If you buy a few, you won't be stuck with a costly bottle of medicine you can't take.
For on-going conditions, medications are often less expensive in quantities of 90. Buy large quantities of drugs only if you know your body tolerates them well.
Call around for the lowest price. Pharmacy prices can vary greatly. If you find a drug cheaper elsewhere, ask your regular pharmacist if he or she can match the price.
Other ways to make your prescription dollars go farther:
- Utilize the Medicare Drug benefit (Medicare Part D).
- Ask for a generic equivalent.
- Get free drug samples. Pharmaceutical companies often give samples of drugs to physicians. Tell your doctor you'd be happy to have them. This is especially convenient for trying out a new prescription.
- Buy store-brand or discount brand over-the-counter products. Ask the pharmacist for recommendations.
- Find out about drug discount or assistance programs (later in this chapter).
- Try mail-order. Mail-order pharmacies can provide bulk medications at discount prices. Use this service only for long-term drug therapy because it takes a few weeks to be delivered. Compare prices before ordering anything.
The following resources may also help in lowering your prescription drug costs.