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GIA - Arkansas

FEDERAL NUTRITION

Why Hunger:
Free hotline where you can access information for local soup kitchens, food pantries, congregate meal sites, and government nutrition programs.
 
 
National Celiac Association:
Includes information for local resources and gluten-free food pantries.
SNAP: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps)
 
Federally funded program administered at the state level
 
Apply:
 
 
CSFP: Commodity Supplemental Food Program
 
Monthly box may include a variety of the following:  juice, farina, oats, ready-to-eat cereal, rice, pasta, peanut butter, dry beans, canned meat, poultry, or fish, and canned fruits and vegetables. 
 
Eligibility: Elderly that are at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.
 

STATE AND TOWN

Meals on Wheels:
 
Mom’s Meals (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.momsmeals.com/
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
-Usually shipped in batches of 10, 14, and 21 days.
-Can store up to 14 days in refrigerator.
-Costs range around <$8.00/meals. Discounts offered for bulk orders and veterans.
 
-Most packages are priced at 2 to 4 servings.
-There are some single-serve options.
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
The Northwest Arkansas Food Bank

HEALTHCARE AND SCRIPT SAVINGS

Healthcare Assistance:
 
Rx Assistance:
 
Medicare Rx Assistance:
 
Insulin Assistance:
 
EyeCare America: eligible patients can receive a free eye exam plus a one year follow up for any condition diagnosed in the initial exam.
 
National Institute of Health: provides information for several organizations that can assist with eye exams, eyeglasses, and eye-related prescriptions.
 
National Ramp: provides information and resources for obtaining a ramp.
 
Paying for Senior Care: provides information for state assistance programs for Durable Medical Equipment.
 

EMERGENCY INT

 
Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans- press 1)
 

Adult Maltreatment Hotline: 800-482-8049

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish, and 200+ through interpretation service
 
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
 
Crisis Services & Suicide Prevention: Dial 988
https://988lifeline.org/-help.html
 
 

ELDER CARE

Home Care Springdale, AR
  • Companion Care
  • Personal Care
  • Alzheimer's & Dementia Care
  • Respite Care
  • Homemaker Services
  • 24/7 Live-In Care
Cornerstone Caregiving – In Home Elder Care
 
Area Agencies On Aging
Help finding meals-on-wheels, senior centers, transportation options etc.
 

 

TRANSPORTATION

The Non-Emergency Transportation (NET)
Program can give you a ride to and from your doctor appointments or other covered Medicaid services
 
Transportation | Arkansas Area Agencies on Aging
CareLink's transportation program is available to eligible people 60 years and older who live in the Metro area
 
Arkansas Association of Area Agencies on Aging 

https://agingarkansas.org/how-do-i-sign-up-for-senior-transportation-services-in-arkansas/

HOUSING

Rental Assistance
National Low-Income Housing Coalition
 
Senior Living Discounts
Retail, grocery, restaurant, leisure, travel, etc discounts.
 
Cleaning For A Reason
-Receive 1 free home cleaning each month for 2 months (2 cleanings total)
-Individuals and families who are receiving cancer treatment, recovering from cancer, or in hospice should be eligible.

 

ENRICHMENT

Lightle Senior Center
Phone: 501-268-2587
2200 East Moore Avenue
Searcy, AR 72143-4718
 
Twin Groves Senior Center
Phone: 501-335-7733
10 Twin Groves Lane
Twin Groves, AR 72039
Open Tuesday & Friday 8:30 am - 2:30 pm.
Congregate lunch meals are served on Tuesday & Friday at 11:30 am.
 
Senior Center
203 Park St.
Springdale, AR 72764