Senior Information & Assistance
- What is Senior Information & Assistance?
- What kinds of services are available for seniors?
- What is the easiest way for me to find out about services?
- Senior Information & Assistance Locations
What is Senior Information & Assistance?
Since 1978, Senior Information & Assistance has been helping seniors and their families access a wide range of public and private resources. Our goal is to support the independence, dignity, and health of older adults. Our services are free of charge to adults age 60 and over, and to friends and family members of seniors.
Staff are available to meet with you on the telephone, in our office, or, if necessary, in the home. All information is handled in a confidential and private manner.
Please call or email our office to make an appointment.
What kinds of services are available for seniors?
Accessing services and programs that assist older adults can be confusing. You may need guidance in finding the information and programs that meet your individual needs. Senior Information & Assistance can provide you with information about many services and options, such as:
| In-Home Care | Detailed information and guidance on obtaining in-home support services for seniors who need assistance with housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and personal care. This includes a list of individuals and agencies who provide care privately and through state-funded programs such as COPES and Medicaid Personal Care. |
| Medical Insurance | The latest information on medical and dental coverage for seniors, including Medicare, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medigap policies, Medicare Prescription Drug coverage. |
| Medicaid | Information about Medicaid coverage and the application process. |
| Caregiver Support | Programs that support the family caregiver by providing respite services, consultation, and information on meeting the caregiver's needs. |
| Housing | Lists of retirement residences, property management companies, publicly-subsidized apartments, and mobile home parks appropriate for older adults. |
| Long-term Care Options | A comprehensive list of boarding homes, assisted living facilities, adult family homes, nursing homes, and respite care facilities. |
| General Resources | Includes information about accessing a wide variety of services and programs such as property tax deferrals, powers of attorney, living wills, advance directives, transportation, and parking permits for persons with disabilities. |
What is the easiest way for me to find out about services?
Your first call should be to the Senior Information & Assistance (see below) program in your area. You can also check out our online Senior Resources section for more information.
Senior Information & Assistance Locations
ISLAND COUNTY
Email: Senior Services of Island County
Website: www.islandseniorservices.org/infoassistance.htm
Oak Harbor Office
51 SE Jerome, Oak Harbor, WA 98277
(360) 675-0311
South Whidbey Office
14594 SR 525, Langley, WA 98260
(360) 321-1600
Camano Island Office
606 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island WA 98282
(360) 387-6201
SAN JUAN COUNTY
Email: San Juan County Health and
Community Services
Websites:
San Juan County Health & Community Services
San Juan County Senior Centers
Orcas Senior Services
Lopez Island
Located in historic Woodmen Hall
4102 Fisherman Bay Road, PO Box 154, Lopez, WA 98261
(360) 468 2421
Email: senior002@centurytel.net
Orcas Island
Senior Center/County Services Bldg
62 Henry Road, PO Box 18, Eastsound, WA 98245
(360) 376-2677 V/TDD
Email: lindat@co.san-juan.wa.us
Website: www.orcasseniors.org
San Juan Island
Mullis Senior Community Center
589 Nash Street, PO Box 951, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
360-378-2677
Email: curtvh@rockisland.com
Website: www.sanjuanseniors.org
SKAGIT COUNTY
Email: Skagit Senior Information & Assistance
Northwest Regional Council
Skagit Senior I&A/Case Management
1650 Port Drive, Burlington WA 98233
(360) 428-1301
WHATCOM COUNTY
Email: Whatcom Senior Information & Assistance
Northwest Regional Council
600 Lakeway Drive, Suite 100, Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 738-2500
Elsewhere in the U.S.
Website: ElderCare Locator
(800) 677-1116
Monday – Friday, 9AM – 8PM EST