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Health |
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The primary goal of the Wellness
Center is lasting good health and continued wellness for anyone aged
55 and over. A masters level Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
offers senior health analysis, evaluation, preventative care, and
health education about existing conditions and prescription drugs. |
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Lab work
- Foot care
- Ear cleaning
- Medical referrals
- Flu immunizations
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Screenings |
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Available screenings include: |
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Blood pressure
- Blood sugar
- Cholesterol
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Free
Lending of Durable Medical Equipment |
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Provides convenience and mobility
for temporary ailments or long-term convalescence. |
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Wheelchairs
- Walkers
- Bath benches
- Potty chairs
- Canes
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Support Groups |
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Support group meetings provide the
opportunity for clients and/or caregivers to openly discuss concerns,
experiences and fears in a non-judgmental atmosphere and gather
community resource and educational information. |
Senior Support Groups
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Diabetic
- Grief
- Low Vision
- Mental Aerobics
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Caregivers Support Groups
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Project Independence |
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This volunteer program provides short-term,
practical assistance to seniors after hospital discharge to bridge
the gap between the acute care environment and independent living. |
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Volunteer Support
- Transportation
- Errands
- Advocacy
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Clinical
Counseling |
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Positive encouragement and mental
well-being are promoted through counseling on varied levels. Masters
level social workers meet with families and/or individuals, by
appointment, to assure privacy. |
Individual Counseling
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Senior
Information & Referral |
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Staff and trained volunteers
provide up to date information to address common needs of Collin
County older adults. |
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Housing
- Home health care
- Medical
- Transportation
- Nutrition
- Non-medical sitters
- Legal
- Financial
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Medicare
Benefits |
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Regulations
- Billing issues
- Insurance options
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Wellness programs are
provided throughout Collin County including: Allen, Blue Ridge,
Celina, Farmersville, Frisco, McKinney, Plano and Wylie. |