Elder Abuse
Adult protective Services (Contra Costa) www.co.contra-costa.ca.us/Adult-Protective-Services 877-839-4347
Alameda District Attorney www.alcoda.org
CANHR (California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform) canhr.org CANHR helps people deal with issues related to nursing homes, Medi-Cal planning, conservatorships, and elder abuse. They have a lawyer referral service available, as well. 800-474-1116 or 415-974-5171
California State Attorney General's Office 800-952-5225
Contra Costa County District Attorney
Elder Financial Protection Network 415-897-9393
Legal Assistance for Seniors 510-832-3040
Long Term Care Ombudsman 925-646-2070
National Do-Not_Call Registry 888-382-1222
Public Guardian's Office(Contra Costa) 925-646-2901
The Elder Law Center serves those 65 and older who need pro bono representation for financial elder abuse matters. 866-543-8017
Contra Costa County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service The CCCBA maintains a panel of attorneys who take on elder law matters for low income individuals. 925-825-5700
Health Care
Hospice of the East Bay Offers a variety of support groups and workshops for people experiencing grief and loss after the death of a loved one. Individual grief counseling for Hospice families is also available. All groups and workshops are offered without fee and require preregistration. 925-887-5678
In Home Support Services (IHSS) 800-510-2020
John Muir Health offers a wealth of health-related and other resources to seniors. 925-947-3300
Mt. Diablo Center for Adult Day Health Care (Pleasant Hill) 925-682-6330
The Cancer Support Community Offers free support, education and stress management for cancer patients and their family and caregivers, including general support groups for all types of cancer patients as well as cancer-specific groups, support groups for caregivers and life after cancer. Groups meet at the Wellness Community in Walnut Creek. 925-933-0107
Health Insurance
HICAP Appointments The Health Insurance Counseling Advocacy Program (HICAP) offers its services free to anyone on Medicare or at least 60 years old with questions about health insurance coverage. Appointments are available the second Wednesday and the fourth Tuesday of every month. Appointments are required.
HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy) 800-510-2020
Medi-Cal/Food Stamp Service Center 866-663-3225
Senior Housing
How to evaluate a residential care facility
How to file a complaint about a residential care facility
John Muir Senior Services 925-947-3300
Residential Care Guide (CANHR)
Local Organizations
Adult Day Services Network of Contra Costa 925-682-1000
Alzheimers Association of East Bay 800-272-3900
Family Caregiver Alliance 800-445-8106
Senior Helpline Services - Rides for Seniors 925-284-2207
Meals on Wheels 925-937-8311
Statewide Senior Services Information 800-510-2020
John Muir Senior Services 925-947-3300
Mt. Diablo Center to Adult Day Health Care Provides quality, structured day recreation and therapy services for the frail elderly, disabled adults, and adults with Alzheimer's and related dementia. Serves family members and other caregivers through support groups, educational seminars and referral services. 925-682-6330
Senior Outreach Services Home-chore registry, Meals on Wheels, Friendly Visitor Program, Senior Nutrition and care management. 925-937-8311
Senior Peer Counseling 925-521-5640
