Health

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.

  • Lab work

  • Foot care
  • Ear cleaning
  • Medical referrals
  • Flu immunizations

Screenings

Available screenings include:

  • Blood pressure

  • Blood sugar
  • Cholesterol

Free Lending of Durable Medical Equipment

Provides convenience and mobility for temporary ailments or long-term convalescence.

  • Wheelchairs

  • Walkers
  • Bath benches
  • Potty chairs
  • Canes

Support Groups

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

  • Diabetic

  • Grief
  • Low Vision
  • Mental Aerobics

 

Caregivers Support Groups

  • Dementia

  • General

 

Project Independence

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.

  • Volunteer Support

  • Transportation
  • Errands
  • Advocacy

 

Clinical Counseling

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

  • Seniors

  • Caregivers

 

 

Senior Information & Referral

Staff and trained volunteers provide up to date information to address common needs of Collin County older adults.

  • Housing

  • Home health care
  • Medical
  • Transportation
  • Nutrition
  • Non-medical sitters
  • Legal
  • Financial

 

Medicare Benefits

  • Regulations

  • Billing issues
  • Insurance options

Wellness programs are provided throughout Collin County including: Allen, Blue Ridge, Celina, Farmersville, Frisco, McKinney, Plano and Wylie.