Alabama Gulf Coast Seniors Blue Book Fall 2025

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EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEMS

Acadian Monitoring Services

800-259-3333 Alert 1

844-335-5523

Lifeline

855-681-5351

LogicMark – Guardian Alert 911

800-519-2419

Project LifeSaver

– Baldwin County 251-972-0200 x7637 – Escambia County 251-809-0741

– Mobile County 251-574-4455

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES & RESOURCES

Alabama Dept of Rehabilitation 2419 Gordon Smith Dr, Mobile 251-479-8611

Alabama State Employment Call Center

866-234-5382

Easter Seals Employment

Training Program

2440 Gordon Smith Dr, Mobile 251-300-6270

Mature Staffing Services

800-243-5463

Mobile Works 251-432-0909

SARPC Senior Aides Program 800-242-5463

Senior Companion Program 1150 Government St, Mobile 251-574-3232

ENERGY RESOURCES & WEATHERIZATION

Community Action Agency

– Atmore

309 E Ridgeley St, Atmore 251-368-4799

– Baldwin 26440 Pollard Rd, Daphne 251-626-2646

– Mobile 7296 10th St, Mobile 251-342-5650

Ecumenical Ministries

– 564 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope 251-928-3430

– 102 W Spruce Ave, Foley 251-943-3445

Escambia County Community Action Agency 3227 Pea Ridge Rd, Brewton 251-867-4759

Mobile Community Action 461 Donald St, Mobile

251-457-5700

Salvation Army 1009 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-438-1625

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Financial assistance companies specialize in assisting seniors facing financial problems or in need of financial assistance

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES

Mobile

St Francis St, Mobile 251-943-2110

This section is alphabetical. You will find hundreds of different services and organizations that work with seniors and their families. This includes professional services, such as Adult Day, Care Management, Elder Law, Social Security, Senior Centers, etc...

FITNESS, REHABILITATION & WELLNESS PROGRAMS PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Connie Hudson Mobile Regional Senior Community Center (ad on page xxx) 3201 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile 251-602-4963

Foley Senior Center (ad on page 62) 304 E Rose St, Foley 251-943-1877

SAAD Healthcare (ad on pages 87, 92) 1515 S University Blvd, Mobile 251-343-9600

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center (ad on page 39) 1717 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-478-3311

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HEALTH AT HOME - HOME

HEALTH, NON-MEDICAL HOME HEALTH CARE, AND HOSPICE CARE

This section offers three different comparison grids; the first features Skilled Home Healthcare; the second contains Non-Medical and Personal Assistance at home, and the third grid showcases Hospice Services for end of life care. First Familiarize yourself with the different services that are offered by each agency. You will find definitions about each service at the beginning of this section. Many options exist; we hope this will help you find a provider to meet your specific needs.

SENIOR HOUSING 3

First you should familiarize yourself with the many options available and determine which one is best for your needs. You will find definitions of each type of housing at the beginning of the housing section. Then turn to our easy to read comparison grids. The grids are divided into 3 categories, depending on the type of community: Independent Living and Retirement, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing. The buildings are listed by city or county so you can zero in on the specific areas you are looking for.

You will also find many feature articles throughout the publication. These articles are written by local experts on a variety of topics that can aid you in making the right choices.

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DEAR SENIORS, PROFESSIONALS, AND FRIENDS,

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ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Saraland Parks & Recreation Senior Center

(ad on page 58)

718 Mae St, Saraland 251-679-5511

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center (ad on page 11)

1717 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-478-3311

Bellingrath Gardens & Homes

12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd, Theodore 251-427-3367

Bragg-Mitchell Mansion

1906 Springhill Ave, Mobile 251-471-6364

Colonial Fort Conde

155 S Royal St, Mobile 251-544-5480

Cottage Baptist Church 55+

Significant Living Ministry 4255 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile 251-510-7002

Conde-Charlotte Museum 104 Theatre St, Mobile 251-432-4722

Dora Franklin Finley

African-American Heritage Trail 111 S Royal S, Mobile 251-725-2236

Historic Oakleigh

350 Oakleigh Pl, Mobile 251-432-1281

History Museum of Mobile 111 S Royal St, Mobile 251-208-7569

Mobile Carnival Museum 355 Government St, Mobile 251-432-3324

Mobile Museum of Art 4850 Museum Dr, Mobile 251-208-5200

National Maritime Museum of the Gulf 155 Water St, Mobile 251-436-8901

USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park 2703 Battleship Pkwy, Mobile 251-433-2703

ADULT DAY PROGRAMS

Adult day programs are for elders who need a place to stay during daytime hours because they have difficulty functioning alone.

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Grandfriends Via! (ad on page 11) 1717 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-470-5224

Mercy LIFE of Alabama (ad on page 75) 2900 Springhill Ave, Mobile 251-287-8420

Shepherd’s Place

155 S Section St, Fairhope 251-270-0097

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GrandFriends Adult Day Program: Compassionate Care for Adults Living with Dementia

TThe GrandFriends Adult Day Program, located at the Via Health, Fitness, and Enrichment Center, has provided a safe and engaging environment for adults living with dementia for the past 30 years.

Our mission is to offer older adults who need supervision and daily care with opportunities to stay mentally and physically healthy. Participation in the program can often delay or prevent the need for placement in a nursing home.

Program Expansion and Grant Support

In August 2024, Via was one of 21 recipients selected to receive grant funding from the Alzheimer’s Association Center for Dementia Respite Innovation (CDRI). This funding has allowed us to:

This project is supported by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $6,607,011 with 75 percent funded by ACL/HHS and $1,620,872 with 25 percent funded by non-government source(s). The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by ACL/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

ADULT DAY PROGRAMS

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UJ Robinson Memorial Center 266 Mobile St, Mobile 251-479-8593

United Cerebral Palsy Adult Day Program of Mobile 251-479-4900

AGING INFORMATION & REFERRAL

Provides a network of resources and information to seniors and their families

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Aging & Disability Resource Center – SARPC (ad on page 13)

251-706-4680 / 800-243-5463

Area Agency on Aging (ad on page 13)

– Escambia

8600 Hwy 31, Atmore 251-368-1032

– Mobile

110 Beauregard St, Mobile 251-706-4680

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center (ad on page 11) 1717 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-478-3311

AARP Information Center – Mobile 866-542-8167

Alabama Dept of Senior Services 800-243-5463

Area Agency on Aging – Clarke, Conecuh, Monroe, & Washington Counties

3 Camden Bypass, Camden 334-682-5206 / 888-617-0500

Baldwin County Council on Aging 22251 Palmer St, Robertsdale 251-972-8506

Independent Living Ctr of Mobile 251-460-0301

National Council on Aging 571-527-3900

National Eldercare Locator 800-677-1116

United Way Connect 2-1-1

8 Commerce St, Ste 1140, Montgomery 2-1-1 / 7-1-1 (hearing impaired)

United Way Information & Referral 218 St Francis St, Mobile 251-433-3624

AQUATIC CLASSES & THERAPY

Bodenhamer Recreation Center 310 W 19th Ave, Gulf Shores 251-968-1420

Connie Hudson Mobile Regional Senior Community Ctr 3201 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile 251-602-4963

Dearborn YMCA 321 N Warren St, Mobile 251-432-4768

USA Health Beth M. Rouse Rehab Ctr 6904 Providence Park Dr, Mobile 251-266-2090

Snook Family YMCA 2560 S Pine St, Foley 251-970-3003

Area Agency on Aging

Our agency supports Seniors 60 and older, their caregivers and disabled persons in Baldwin, Mobile and Escambia Counties. We are the hub for aging information, providing many no-cost programs and services to help you maintain your quality of life and allow you to age in place. We are your trusted local government resource for unbiased information.

• Medicare counseling, Medicare Savings Program

• Medicaid Waiver with choice of provider for in-home care

• Prescription drug cost savings

• Wellness classes, Bingocize and Matter of Balance

• Recruit, train and connect older adults to volunteer opportunities

• Legal counseling and Ombudsman advocacy with long-term care facilities

• Caregiver Support, education and respite services

• Senior Centers for hot lunches and recreation

• Home-delivered meals, assistance with the high cost of groceries

• Assistance to access underutilized programs, including homeowner property tax exemptions

ASSISTANCE

DISASTER ASSISTANCE

Baldwin County EMA 23100 McAuliffe Dr, Robertsdale 251-972-6807

Clarke County EMA

114 Court St, Grove Hill 251-275-8775

Conecuh County EMA

102 County Shop Rd, Evergreen 251-578-5911

Escambia County EMA

314 Belleville Ave, Brewton 251-867-0232

Mobile County EMA

348 N McGregor Ave, Mobile 251-460-8000

Monroe County EMA

65 N Alabama Ave, Monroeville 251-575-8154

Washington County EMA

435 Hearn Dr, Chatom 251-847-2668

EMERGENCY AID

Christian Service Center

317 Dolphin Ave, Gulf Shores 251-968-5256

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

American Red Cross

– Atmore

101 N Pensacola Ave, Atmore 251-368-3643

– Bay Minette

300 N Hoyle Ave, Bay Minette 251-937-3801

– Brewton

1014 Douglas St, Brewton 251-867-3426

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Foley

412 E Laurel St, Foley 251-943-3844

– Mobile

35 N Sage Ave, Mobile 251-544-6100

Catholic Social Services

– Baldwin 23010 Hwy 59 N, Robertsdale 251-947-2293

Clarke

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1206 College Ave, Jackson 251-246-0131

– Mobile

188 S Florida St, Mobile 251-434-1500

Christian Service Center

317 Dolphin Ave, Gulf Shores 251-968-5256

Community Action Agency

– Atmore

309 E Ridgeley St, Atmore 251-368-4799

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Baldwin

26440 Pollard Rd, Daphne 251-626-2646

– Mobile

7296 10th St, Mobile 251-342-5650

Ecumenical Ministries

– 564 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope 251-928-3430

– 102 W Spruce Ave, Foley 251-943-3445

Escambia County

Community Action Agency

3227 Pea Ridge Rd, Brewton 251-867-4759

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ASSISTANCE continued from page 14

Salvation Army

1009 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-438-1625

Tax Aide Senior Citizens Services

22251 Palmer St, Robertsdale 251-972-8506

United Way

– Baldwin

700 N McKenzie St, Foley 251-943-2110

– Mobile

218 St Francis St, Mobile 251-943-2110

FOOD ASSISTANCE

Alabama Dept of Human Resources

– Chatom

14921 St Stephens Ave, Chatom 251-847-6100

– Grove Hill

22609 Hwy 84, Grove Hill 251-275-7001

– Mobile

272 N Broad St, Mobile 251-450-6900

– Robertsdale

22259 Palmer St, Robertsdale 251-945-2400

Area Agency on Aging (ad on page 13)

– Escambia

8600 Hwy 31, Atmore 251-368-1032

– Mobile

110 Beauregard St, Mobile 251-706-4680

Baldwin County Council on Aging

22251 Palmer St, Robertsdale 251-972-8506

Catholic Social Services

– Baldwin 23010 Hwy 59 N, Robertsdale 251-947-2293

– Clarke

1206 College Ave, Jackson 251-246-0131

– Mobile

188 S Florida St, Mobile 251-434-1500

Central Presbyterian Church Food Pantry 1260 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-432-0591

Christian Service Center 317 Dolphin Ave, Gulf Shores 251-968-5256

Christ United Methodist Food Pantry 6101 Grelot Rd, Mobile 251-342-0462

City Church Food Pantry

3750 Michael Blvd, Mobile 251-342-4886

Creekwood Church of Christ 1901 Schillinger Rd S, Mobile 251-633-2931

Dauphin Way Methodist 1507 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-471-1511

Dayspring Baptist Church Food Pantry

2200 S Cody Rd, Mobile 251-633-0250

Ecumenical Ministries

– 564 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope 251-928-3430

– 102 W Spruce Ave, Foley 251-943-3445

Feeding the Gulf Coast

5248 Mobile S St, Theodore 251-653-1617

Government Street Presbyterian 300 Government St, Mobile 251-432-1749

Loaves & Fishes Cmnty Ministries

15 N Joachim St, Mobile 251-432-7227

Meals on Wheels

– 224 Grant St, Chickasaw 251-452-6466

– 564 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope 251-928-3430

– 5464 Old Hwy 43, Satsuma 251-675-1440

Prodisee Pantry

9315 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort 251-626-1720

Spring Hill Baptist

2 S McGregor St, Mobile 251-342-5320

Spring Hill Presbyterian

10 Westminster Way, Mobile 251-342-1550

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

4051 Old Shell Rd, Mobile 251-342-8521

St. Ignatius Catholic Church 3704 Spring Hill Ave, Mobile 251-342-9221

The Christian Service Center

317 Dolphin Ave, Gulf Shores 251-968-5256

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANCE

H.E. Savage Health Care for Homeless

1201 Springhill Ave, Mobile 251-694-1801

Mobile VA Outpatient Clinic

1504 Springhill Ave, Mobile 251-219-3900

Victory Health Partners 3750 Professional Pkwy, Mobile 251-460-0999

HOME REPAIR ASSISTANCE

Rebuilding Together of South Alabama (rebuildingtogethersa.org) Mobile 251-289-1684

Repair Baldwin (repairbaldwin.org) Fairhope 251-928-3430

PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE

AAA SenioRx (Prescription Assistance Program)

– Baldwin County 251-937-0358

– Escambia County 251-867-0257

– Mobile County 251-706-4680

Charles White

Family Health Center Pharmacy 990 Cody Rd N, Mobile 251-444-1125

Franklin Medical Mall 1303 Dr MLK Jr Ave, Mobile 251-436-7676

Maysville Medical Center Pharmacy 1956 Duval St, Mobile 251-444-1050

Medicare Part D

Prescription Drug Program 800-633-4227

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ASSISTANCE continued

Mobile County Health Dept 251-690-8889

Mostellar Medical Center 12701 Padgett Switch Rd, Irvington 251-824-2174

Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy

– Baldwin County 251-937-0358

– Escambia County 251-867-5765

– Mobile County 251-432-4111

Partnership for Prescription Assistance

888-477-2669

Pure Life Pharmacy 1518 N McKenzie St, Ste 412, Foley 251-424-1544

Veterans Affairs 800-827-1000

TAX ASSISTANCE & INFORMATION

AARP Tax Aide

– Daphne 251-621-3703 x219

– Fairhope 251-928-2835

– Lillian 251-609-0548

– Mobile 251-470-5235

– Orange Beach 251-981-3440

– Robertsdale 251-972-8506

– Spanish Fort 251-626-4884

RSVP

– Escambia County 251-867-0256

– Mobile County 251-574-7787

United Way of Southwest Alabama 251-433-3624

AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR

Gulf Coast AutoTech (ad on page 18)

3742 Halls Mill Rd, Mobile 251-345-6470

CANCER TREATMENT CENTERS

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Southern Cancer Center (ad on page 19) 251-625-6896

– Daphne

29653 Anchor Cross Blvd, Daphne

– Foley

669 S McKenzie St, Ste 103, Foley

– Foley Radiation 1703 N Brunner St, Foley

– Mobile Springhill 3719 Dauphin St, Ste 102, Mobile

– Mobile Providence

6701 Airport Blvd, Bldg B, Terrace Level, Mobile

– Breast Surgery 6701 Airport Blvd, Bldg B, Ste 222, Mobile

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CANCER TREATMENT CENTERS

continued

The Cancer Center of Mobile (ad on page 51)

3719 Dauphin St, Ste 100, Mobile 251-414-5665

Infirmary Cancer Care – Affiliate of UAB O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center

251-435-2273

– 1815 Hand Ave, Bay Minette

– 9570 US Hwy 90, Daphne

– 750 Morphy Ave, Fairhope

– 5 Mobile Infirmary Cir, Mobile

– 95 Shell St, Saraland

Monroe County Hospital Cancer Center

2016 S Alabama Ave, Monroeville 251-743-7545

USA Mitchell Cancer Institute

– 1660 Spring Hill Ave, Mobile 251-665-8000

– 1047 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope 251-990-1850

CARE MANAGEMENT –NON PROFIT

Care management agencies provide assistance and guidance in coordinating long term care, in-home care, or other services based on needs assessment and an individualized care plan

Area Agency on Aging (ad on page 13)

– Escambia 8600 Hwy 31, Atmore 251-368-1032

– Mobile 110 Beauregard St, Mobile 251-706-4680

Area Agency on Aging – Clarke, Conecuh, Monroe, & Washington Counties 3 Camden Bypass, Camden 334-682-5206 / 888-617-0500

Baldwin County Council on Aging 22251 Palmer St, Robertsdale 251-972-8506

CLEANING SERVICES

–BUSINESS & RESIDENTIAL

Mandy’s Cleaning Service MandysClean.com (ad on page 35) Mobile 251-533-0616

CONSERVATORSHIP

Aging in Alabama (ad on page 25)

68 N Bancroft St, Fairhope 251-281-8120

Ashley Day Law (ad on page 23) 8335 Gayfer Rd Ext, Fairhope 251-277-3377

COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS

Baldwin County Health Dept

– 212 Courthouse Sq, Bay Minette 251-937-6935

– 23280 Gilbert Dr, Robertsdale 251-947-1910

Clarke County Health Dept 22600 Hwy 84 E, Grove Hill 251-275-3772

Conecuh County Health Dept 102 Wild Ave, Evergreen 251-578-1952

Escambia County Health Dept

– Hwy 31 N, Atmore 251-368-9188

– 1115 Azalea Pl, Brewton 251-867-5765

Mobile County Health Dept

– 19250 Mobile St N, Citronelle 251-866-9126

– 251 N Bayou St, Mobile 251-690-8158

– 3810 Wulff Rd E, Semmes 251-445-0582

Monroe County Health Dept 416 Agriculture Dr, Monroeville 251-575-3108

Washington County Health Dept 14900 St. Stephens Ave, Chatom 251-847-2245

DENTAL RESOURCES

Alabama Donated Dental Services

800-414-9449

Brewton Family Dental Center 1115 Azalea Pl, Brewton 251-809-3925

Charles White Family Health Center 990 Cody Rd N, Mobile 251-444-1100

Citronelle Health & Dental Center 19250 N Mobile St, Citronelle 251-866-5585

Eight Mile Health Center

4009 St. Stephens Rd, Eight Mile 251-456-1399

Franklin Medical Mall 1303 Dr. MLK Jr Ave, Mobile 251-432-4117

North Baldwin Family Health Center

201 D’Olive St, Bay Minette 251-706-8700

North Mobile Health Center

950 E Coy Smith Hwy, Mt. Vernon 251-829-9884

Semmes Health Center 3810 Wulff Rd E, Semmes 251-445-0582

Victory Health Partners 3750 Professional Pkwy, Mobile 251-460-0999

DIABETIC SERVICES & SUPPLIES

Diagnostic & Medical Clinic

251-435-1200

– 9570 US 90, Daphne

– 1700 Springhill Ave, Mobile

Infirmary Diabetes Resource Center

5 Mobile Infirmary Cir, Mobile 251-435-2785

DIZZINESS & BALANCE

PREFERRED PROVIDER

NARO Audiology & Hearing Solutions (ad on page 31) 149 W Peachtree Ave, Foley 251-970-3277

Why You Should Regularly Update

Estate planning is an act of love, stewardship, and one of the most important ways to protect your legacy and ensure your wishes are honored. Still, having a will, trust, and powers of attorney isn’t a “oneand-done” event.

Life changes, and you should review and update your planning documents accordingly. Reviewing your plan every ten years, or sooner if you experience a major life event, financial changes, or shifts in circumstances, is highly recommended.

Major Life Events

Marriage brings significant legal and financial changes and an opportunity to add your spouse as a fiduciary and beneficiary and update inheritance provisions.

Divorce, too, is a key time to revise your plan, update your executor, trustee, agent choices, and beneficiaries to ensure your goals and wishes are honored.

Remarriage may require balancing the interests of a new spouse and children from a previous relationship to prevent future disputes.

Changes in family relationships such as estrangement, reconciliation, or the birth or adoption of a child or grandchild should prompt updates to wills, trusts, and guardian designations. The death or incapacity of a spouse, beneficiary, executor, trustee, or guardian will likely require redistributing assets or

Your Estate Plan

appointing new decision-makers.

Financial Changes

A sudden increase in wealth through inheritance, a business sale, or legal settlement can raise new tax and planning considerations. A decrease in assets may require adjusting gifts to keep them fair and realistic. Buying or selling real estate, often a major estate asset, should also trigger updates to ensure titles and distributions align with your goals.

Other Reasons to Revisit Your Plan

n Moving states: Updates help keep your documents valid.

n Tax law changes: Income, estate, or gift taxes may require restructuring.

n Health changes: Ensure your directives accommodate a new diagnosis and your preferred living arrangements.

n Aging decision-makers: Update executors, trustees, and agents as circumstances change.

Regular reviews and updates after major changes ensure your wishes are carried out clearly, for you and your loved ones to have peace of mind.~

Editor’s Note: This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be legal advice. This article was submitted by Ashley Day, Esq. Ashley Day Law, LLC. Reach her at 251-277-3377. See ad on facing page.

Personalized holistic legal planning is an act of love, stewardship, and one of the most valued gifts you can invest in for your peace of mind now and for your family’s future.

At Ashley Day Law, we understand the wide variety of challenges facing families as they anticipate and experience life changes. Our firm is dedicated to providing clients with caring support, helpful and easy to understand information, and effective personalized legal planning. No matter what age or stage, it’s getting started that counts. We encourage you to contact us to discuss your needs and those of your family.

IT TAKES A VILLAGE:

Sleepless nights, missed deadlines, falling asleep sitting up… a spouse or parent becoming ill may transform you into a caregiver once more. This time around it’s more challenging and there is no end in sight. Your family and friends notice that they haven’t seen or heard from you and when they do, it’s a frantic shell of your former self.

The real problem with our parents wanting the best for us - achieve, travel and become educated -is that we have evolved into someone that can do it all. What to do when faced with catastrophe? In the words of Elsa, just let it go! Here is a detailed to-do list so you can become the CEO instead of the workforce.

How To Do This?

What To Do When Tragedy Strikes

2Find the expert who can answer your questions. This will start with an experienced elder law attorney who can advise you about what is available, costs, and needs.

1Get the best information. AI has been terrible and often gives false information that appears to be rock solid. Use the internet to craft questions.

3Accept help!! This seems like an easy one, but refusing to accept the help that is available is the biggest obstacle to your situation improving. You will need a village of medical, legal and caregiving experts. Find the best and accept their skills.

4Budget appropriately. Care costs money. Trying to save money, the caregiver often works themselves into terrible health, abruptly ending

the care. What happens to your loved one if there is no you? Spend the money for relief immediately. Find respite options, many of which are free. In the long run, the cost is much less.

5Be realistic. You cannot provide the best care for your loved one for years and years without a break. Find out what your options are.

6Be an advocate but understand limitations. It is your job to become educated but do not attempt to be an expert at everything, get the best people for the job and then trust their opinion.

7Craft a care plan that makes sense with advice. Use your time to ask questions, and under-

stand that no plan will be perfect.

8Spend time being their loved one. The best part of your village. Quality time is what your loved one will need more than bathing and dressing and feeding.

9Forgive yourself. It’s a terrible thing to realize your limitations but it is important. Make peace with your humanity.

10Review the plan with your experts. Make sure the plan is current and address any issues as they arise – and understand they will. ~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Kyla G. Kelim, Esq., Aging in Alabama. See ad below.

ELDER ABUSE, RIGHTS & ASSISTANCE

Government and non-profit agencies which advocate for or protect seniors from abuse in housing, financial matters, physical harm

Adult Protective Services

251-450-7000

Alabama Adult Abuse Hotline (dhr.alabama.gov)

800-458-7214

Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (adap.ua.edu)

800-826-1675

Alabama Public Health Home Health or Hospice Hotline

800-356-9596

Alabama Public Health Assisted Living or Nursing Home Hotline (mh.alabama.gov)

800-356-9596 / 800-873-0366

Alabama Securities Commission (asc.alabama.gov)

800-222-1253

Attorney General’s Office of Consumer Protection Victim Assistance (alabamaag.gov)

800-392-5658

Charity Navigator

201-818-1288

District Attorney’s Office

– Baldwin 251-937-0274

– Escambia 251-867-0239

– Mobile 251-574-8400

Do Not Call Registry (donotcall.gov)

888-382-1222

Housing and Urban Development (HUD) (hud.gov)

800-225-5342

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program 251-433-6541

Medicare Fraud 877-772-3379

Mobile Fair Housing Center 251-479-1532

National Center for Victims of Crime (victimsofcrime.org) 800-394-2255

National Center on Elder Abuse Locator Service (eldercare.acl.gov) 800-677-1116

US Postal Inspector General (usps.gov)

800-654-8896

ELDER LAW

These legal firms devote all or part of its practice to serving the special needs of senior citizens

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Aging in Alabama (ad on page 25) 68 N Bancroft St, Fairhope 251-281-8120

Ashley Day Law (ad on page 23) 8335 Gayfer Rd Ext, Fairhope 251-277-3377

South Alabama Volunteer Lawyers Program – Mobile (SALVP.org)

251-438-1102

EMPLOYMENT

OPPORTUNITIES & RESOURCES

Alabama Dept of Rehabilitation 2419 Gordon Smith Dr, Mobile 251-479-8611

Alabama Dept of Labor 866-234-5382

Goodwill Gulf Coast Employment Training Program Mobile – 251-300-6088

Southwest Alabama Partnership for Training & Employment 251-432-0909

SARPC Senior Aides Program 800-242-5463

Senior Companion Program 1150 Government St, Mobile 251-574-3232

ESTATE PLANNING

Ashley Day Law (ad on page 23)

8335 Gayfer Rd Ext, Fairhope 251-277-3377

The Rych Agency (ad on page 42)

TheRychAgency.com 251-316-6319

FITNESS, REHABILITATION & WELLNESS PROGRAMS

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Mercy LIFE of Alabama (ad on page 75)

2900 Springhill Ave, Mobile 251-287-8420

Saraland Parks & Recreation Senior Center (ad on page 58) 718 Mae St, Saraland 251-679-5511

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center (ad on page 11) 1717 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-478-3311

BALDWIN COUNTY

Bodenhamer Recreation Center 310 W 19 Ave, Gulf Shores 251-968-1420

Colony Rehabilitation Hospital 750 Morphy Ave, Fairhope 251-928-2375

Daphne Senior Center 2605 US Hwy 98, Daphne 251-620-2400

Foley Senior Center 304 E Rose St, Foley 251-943-1877

James P. Nix Adult Activity Center 1 Bayou Dr, Fairhope 251-928-2835``

North Baldwin Fitness Center 2115 Hand Ave, Bay Minette 251-937-9099

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FITNESS, REHABILITATION & WELLNESS PROGRAMS

continued

Orange Beach Recreation Center 4099 Orange Beach Blvd, Orange Beach 251-981-6979

Robertsdale Rehab & Healthcare Center

18700 US Hwy 90, Robertsdale 251-947-1911

Thomas Fitness Center

212 Hospital Dr, Ste A, Fairhope 251-279-1684

YMCA Bounds Family

8051 Whispering Pines Rd, Daphne 251-626-0888

YMCA Snook Family

2560 S Pine, Foley 251-970-3003

CLARKE COUNTY

Health Actions Physical Therapy

– 1711 College Ave, Jackson 251-246-5761 #252

– 451 Safford Ave, Thomasville 334-636-1461

ESCAMBIA COUNTY

YMCA Brewton Family 1635 Belleville Ave, Brewton 251-867-9622

MOBILE

COUNTY

Connie Hudson Mobile Regional Senior Community Center 3201 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile 251-602-4963

Cottage Baptist Church 55+ Significant Living Ministry 4255 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile 251-510-7002

J.L. Bedsole Rotary Rehabilitation Hospital 5 Mobile Infirmary Cir, Mobile 251-435-3417

ProHealth Fitness Center

166 Mobile Infirmary Blvd, Mobile 251-435-2010

Rock Steady Boxing Saad Healthcare 1515 S University Blvd, Mobile 251-287-8946

Saad Healthcare 1515 S University Blvd, Mobile 251-343-9600

The ROC Health & Fitness Center 4255 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile 251-662-8650

USA Health Beth M. Rouse Rehab Ctr 6904 Providence Park Dr, Mobile 251-639-2090

YMCA Dearborn 321 N Warren St, Mobile 251-432-4758

YMCA North Mobile

9270 Saraland Loop, Saraland

251-679-8877

HEARING RESOURCES

Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind

251-432-7777

Sertoma Club

Hearing Health Screening

816-333-8300

University of South Alabama

Speech & Hearing

251-445-9378

Veteran’s Hearing Aids

251-219-3900

HEARING – AUDIOLOGISTS / HEARING AIDS

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

NARO Audiology & Hearing

Solutions (ad on page 31)

149 W Peachtree Ave, Foley 251-970-3277

Premier Medical Group (ad on page 48)

– West Office

3701 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-341-3228

– East O ffice 2880 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-470-8874

– Providence Office

610 Providence Pk Dr, Bldg 2, Ste 203, Mobile 251-633-2667

– Daphne O ffice 1302 US Hwy 98, Daphne 251-210-1938

HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

PREFERRED PROVIDER

Mercy LIFE of Alabama (ad on page 75)

2900 Springhill Ave, Mobile 251-287-8427

Affinity Home Medical

724 Lakeside Dr, Mobile 251-666-2002

Bay Home Medical Equipment

910 Nichols Ave, Fairhope 251-990-3941

DW McMillan

Home Medical Equipment

1108 Douglas Ave, Brewton 251-867-2797

Med-South

1420 N McKenzie St, Ste 1, Foley 251-943-9119

Medical Store, Inc

114 Clark St, Grove Hill 251-246-0444

Oak Ridge Home Medical

4180 Oak Ridge Ave, Ste A, Mobile 251-666-0891

SAAD Healthcare

– 1515 S University Blvd, Mobile 251-343-2990

– 6450 US Hwy 90, Spanish Fort 251-626-4558

S. Baker Medical Equipment

16 Midtown Park E, Mobile 251-478-9697

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Naro Audiology and Hearing Solutions

When scheduling an appointment at Naro Audiology and Hearing Solutions, patients can be confident that their hearing and overall wellness will be attended to with exceptional care.

Dr. Angelene Naro emphasizes, “Our mission is to provide professional audiological services and hearing health care while developing excellent rapport with our patients through individualized attention and personal, compassionate care”. Dr. Naro and her dedicated team strive to earn and maintain patients’ trust, creating care plans tailored from extensive research for each individual they treat.

Located in Foley, Alabama, Naro Audiology serves communities across the region, bringing top-quality hearing health services to their patients. In February 2021, Naro Audiology & Hearing Solutions announced a special partnership with the American Institute of Balance (AIB) in Largo, Florida—one of the nation’s preeminent facilities dedicated to diagnosing and treating equilibrium-related conditions. “We are proud to announce that AIB has qualified us as a Center of Specialty Care and we look forward to assisting patients with balance, equilibrium, vertigo, and dizziness concerns using the best equipment in the area,” shares Dr. Naro.

Naro Audiology addresses not only hearing impairments, but also bal-

ance and dizziness issues, enabling patients to lead fuller lives. Nationwide, hearing loss is affecting more Americans at younger ages—yet it can take up to seven years, on average, for someone to seek care for gradual hearing loss. Dr. Naro acknowledges the connection between hearing impairments and broader health issues, including the well-documented association with increased dementia risk. Research has revealed that untreated hearing loss is one of the most significant modifiable risk factors for cognitive decline. The earlier hearing loss is identified and managed, the better the outlook for sustained brain health.

The skilled team at Naro Audiology utilizes precise diagnostic testing and the latest technology to identify and treat both hearing and balance concerns efficiently. By developing individualized treatment plans, they strive to not only restore hearing and equilibrium but also enhance each patient’s overall quality of life. Their commitment to cutting-edge solutions includes hearing aids, custom hearing protection, assistive listening devices, and programs in partnership with leading scientific organizations.

Naro Audiology’s approach highlights the importance of proactive hearing care—not only for communication and social well-being, but also for its critical role in protecting cognitive health and reducing dementia risk. Learn more at Naroaudiology. com ~

u

u Hearing Device Evaluation, Selection & Fitting

u Tinnitus Measurement & Management

u Cerumen Removal

u Dizziness & Balance

Testing – AIB Certified in Vestibular Management

“Hearing

HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

continued from page 29

Spartan Home Medical 7A Saraland Blvd S, Ste 2, Saraland 251-605-5728

Wave Medical Equipment

333 Greeno Rd S, Ste C, Fairhope 251-990-0708

HOSPITALS

BALDWIN COUNTY

North Baldwin Infirmary 1815 Hand Ave, Bay Minette 251-937-5521

South Baldwin Regional Medical Center

1813 N McKenzie St, Foley 251-949-3400

Thomas Hospital

750 Morphy Ave, Fairhope 251-928-2375

CLARKE COUNTY

Grove Hill Memorial Hospital

295 S Jackson St, Grove Hill 251-275-3191

Jackson Medical Center 220 Hospital Dr, Jackson 251-246-9021

Thomasville Regional Medical Ctr

300 Med Park Dr, Thomasville 334-636-2525

CONECUH COUNTY

Evergreen Medical Center 101 Crestview Ave, Evergreen 251-578-2480

ESCAMBIA COUNTY

Atmore Community Hospital 401 Medical Park Dr, Atmore 251-368-2500

D W McMillan Memorial Hospital 1301 Belleville Ave, Brewton 251-867-8061

MOBILE

COUNTY

Mobile Infirmary Medical Center 5 Mobile Infirmary Cir, Mobile 251-435-2400

Mobile VA Outpatient Clinic 4444 Demetropolis Rd, Mobile 251-219-3900

Springhill Medical Center 3719 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-344-9630

University of South Alabama Medical Center

2451 Fillingim St, Mobile 251-471-7000

USA Providence Hospital 6801 Airport Blvd, Mobile 251-633-1000

USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital 1700 Center St, Mobile 251-415-1000

MONROE

COUNTY

Monroe County Hospital 2016 S Alabama Ave, Monroeville 251-575-3111

WASHINGTON COUNTY

Washington County Hospital 14600 St. Stephens Ave, Chatom 251-847-2223

HOME CLEANING SERVICES

Mandy’s Cleaning Service (ad on page 35)

MandysClean.com Mobile 251-533-0616

INSURANCE –AUTO & HOMEOWNERS

Laurel Flowers Agency –State Farm (ad on page 33)

400 Saraland Blvd N, Saraland 251-675-4736

INSURANCE – HEALTH

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Alabama (ad on page 41)

4750 Airport Blvd, Mobile 251-344-2115

INSURANCE – LIFE

Laurel Flowers Agency –State Farm (ad on page 33)

400 Saraland Blvd N, Saraland 251-675-4736

The Rych Agency (ad on page 42)

TheRychAgency.com Mobile 251-316-6319

INSURANCE RESOURCES

Alabama Dept of Insurance 334-269-3550

Alabama Medicaid Agency (medicaid.alabama.gov) 800-362-1504

Dept of Veterans Affairs 800-827-1000

Medicare (medicare.gov) 800-633-4227

Social Security Administration 800-772-1213 / 800-325-0778 TTY

State Health Insurance Counseling Program (SHIP) 800-243-5463 / 251-706-4680

LEGAL RESOURCES

Alabama State Bar Lawyer Referral Service 415 Dexter Ave, Montgomery 251-433-9790

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At MCS, we take pride in the dedicated professionals who make our company thrive. Our team isn’t just a group of employees—we’re a family, committed to delivering exceptional service with care and precision.

MCS was founded in 2009 by James and Mandy Patterson, a husband-and-wife team who have built this business with passion, integrity, and a deep appreciation for both employees and customers. Their leadership has cultivated a culture of excellence and trust.

Our Sales Manager, Stacy Cagle, has been with us since 2018. She listens carefully to customers, assesses their needs, and provides detailed estimates—all while ensuring they fully understand the value of our services.

Since 2019, Michelle Shamburger, our Office Manager, has been the organizational powerhouse behind MCS. She manages scheduling, invoicing, payroll, and customer communications, ensuring every home is treated with special care.

Kara Grubbs, our Field Manager since 2017, ensures

seamless day-to-day operations. As our longest-tenured management team member, she is a true leader, working closely with employees and customers to deliver outstanding service.

For the past four years, Bonnie Loftin, our Assistant to the Management Team, has been the welcoming voice of MCS, helping new customers get started while keeping our operations running smoothly. Training is at the heart of our success, and Diana Steiner, our Training Manager since 2022, plays a vital role in developing skilled technicians who uphold MCS’s high standards in every home.

We’re thrilled to announce that Daphne Acree, who joined MCS in 2024, will step into her new role as Commercial Manager in March 2025. Her expertise and leadership will be instrumental in expanding our commercial services while maintaining the high standards our customers expect.

This incredible team is the backbone of MCS, and we’re excited about the future!

With over 16 years of cleaning experience, we specialize in delivering thorough and reliable services tailored to homes, apartments, and condos. Our employees are vetted extensively to make sure we place trusted people in your home each time! We offer flexible scheduling to meet our customers’ needs.

LIBRARIES

(cont’d)

FACILITIES PHONE NUMBER

MOBILE COUNTY (cont’d)

PRICHARD, 300 W Love Joy Loop 251-452-7847

SARALAND, 111 Saraland Loop 251-675-2879

SATSUMA, 5466 Old Hwy 43 251-679-0700

SEMMES, 9150 Moffett Rd 251-645-6840

THEODORE, 5808 Hwy 90 W, Ste E 251-635-5012

MONROE COUNTY

MONROEVILLE, 121 Pineville Rd 251-743-3818 WASHINGTON COUNTY

CHATOM, 14102 St. Stephens Ave 251-847-2097

MCINTOSH, 83 Olin Rd 251-944-2047

LEGAL RESOURCES

continued from page 33

Area Agency on Aging –Legal Assistance Program (ad on page 13)

110 Beauregard St, Mobile 251-434-6848

Legal Services Alabama 104 St Francis St, Ste 700, Mobile 251-433-6560

Alabama Sr Legal Assistance Program (alabamaageline.gov) 800-243-5463

South Alabama

Volunteer Lawyers Program

56 St Joseph St, Ste 312, Mobile 251-438-1102

LIBRARIES

See Grid on these pages.

MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANS

Companies offering senior-oriented health coverage and medicare supplemental programs

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Aetna Medicare Solutions –Jeffrey D. Godwin (ad on page 40) 251-609-7216

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Alabama (ad on page 41) 4750 Airport Blvd, Mobile 251-344-2115

The Rych Agency (ad on page 42) TheRychAgency.com Mobile 251-316-6319

Viva Medicare (ad on page 42) 3059 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-380-2222

Medicare 2026 “In A Nutshell” TRADITIONAL PROGRAM

Medicare Supplement

(Works with A/B original Medicare Prescription DrugCoverage

Medicare Supplement A - N (GAP)

(U.S. Government)

$0.00 (Most People)

$1,676 Ded (estimated) 60 Days Pay ded again Hospice

Some Home Care (Not LTCi Insurance)

Out of USA

(U.S. Government)

$206.50 (estimated) Premium income based $288 Ded (estimated) 80% / 20% Doctor Visit’s Same-Day Surgery Chemo-Therapy No Out of USA

(Insurance Company)

$190 (age 65) (For Example) Plan “G”

Pay(s) $1,676 A Ded

You will pay part B Ded of $288 (estimated)

Pay(s) 20%

$50K out of USA

A+B+G= 100% Coverage

Except $288 Part B Exam 4 Glasses + Dental

Medicare

Part D (stand alone) DRUG PLAN

(Insurance Company)

$0 - $130

Average Premium $35.00

Standard Model

Phase I--Deductible

$0 - $615

Phase II = Co-Pay

You pay a Co-pay or Coinsurance until your total out of pocket reaches $2,100 including dedutctable for the calander year.

Phase III = Catastrophic

Insulin cap at $35 Co-pay Medicare Part A

Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options.

$0 co-pay for covered drugs on the plan’s formualry for the rest of the calandar year.

We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area.

Medicare 2026 “In A Nutshell” ADVANTAGE PLANS

Medicare (Part A)

Medicare (Part B)

(U.S. Government)

206.50 (estimate)

(You are still enrolled in Medicare! The “Part B” premium still needs to be paid.)

(Part C)

Company)

(Part D)

$0.00 - $150 (Medical & Drug)

Must cover everything that Medicare covers

Many plan types: PPO, HMO, PFFS, Etc.

Focus on preventative care / benefits

Popular Choice

Plans can offer extra benefits like: vision dental & more…

Company)

(Standard Model)

Phase I--Deductible $0 - $615

Phase II = Co-Pay

You pay a Co-pay or Coinsurance until your total out of pocket reaches $2,100 including dedutctable for the calander year.

Phase IV--Catastrophic $0 co-pay for covered drugs on the plan’s formualry for the rest of the calandar year.

Insulin cap at $35 Co-pay

(Most plans combine Part C & D )

Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options.

This information is the opinion of the author and intended as an easy to read summary. This is not a contract. Additional limitations and exclusions may apply to services. In the event of any inconsistencies with Medicare or with a published medical insurers certificate, the certificate / Medicare will control. Prepared 10/15/2025

At Aetna®, we share a common goal with local organizations: to build healthier communities and people. To meet this goal, we team up with a variety of groups to address community needs. This helps ensure access to programs that will help improve individual health and wellness. And it can be especially helpful to those eligible for Medicare. We’re ready to help you in every way we can.

Educational resources

We offer support and education on a range of health topics, such as healthy eating, Medicare 101, Medicare Low Income Subsidy (LIS)/Extra Help and BenefitsCheckUp®.

Community sponsorships

We work in-person or virtually with local groups. These include:

• Senior centers

• Housing agencies

• Food pantries

• Faith-based organizations

• Healthcare providers

• Fitness facilities

• Social groups

Some adults aged 55 and older may benefit from the specialized inpatient care offered by the Senior Behavioral Health program in Mobile or Bay Minette, which includes both individual and group therapy led by a dedicated team of professionals. The program helps seniors successfully adapt to the challenges of aging including:

• Depression

• Life stress & anxiety

• Memory loss

Helping senior adults a better Life Life

• Social withdrawal

• Grief & loss

• Medication management

• Suicidal thoughts

• Dementia

Senior Behavioral Health provides medical supervision and individualized treatment for senior adults with emotional and behavioral difficulties. If you or someone you know needs help, call for a free consultation.

Mobile Infirmary 251-435-5153

MEDICARE & MEDICAID INFORMATION

Alabama Medicaid Agency 501 Dexter Ave, Montgomery 334-242-5000

Area Agency on Aging (ad on page 13)

– Escambia 8600 Hwy 31, Atmore 251-368-1032

– Mobile 110 Beauregard St, Mobile 251-706-4680

Baldwin County Council on Aging 22251 Palmer St, Robertsdale 251-972-8506

Medicare (medicare.gov)

North Baldwin Infirmary 251-580-1770

MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELING

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Mobile Infirmary Senior Behavioral Health (ad on page 43) 5 Infirmary Cir, Mobile 251-435-5153

North Baldwin Infirmary Senior Behavioral Health (ad on page 43) 1815 Hand Ave, Bay Minette 251-580-1770 / 251-937-5521

Alabama Dept of Mental Health (mh.alabama.gov) 800-367-0955

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MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELING continued

Franklin Medical Mall 1303 Dr. MLK Jr Ave, Mobile 251-432-4117

Harbor at Thomas Hospital

308 S Greeno Rd, Fairhope 251-279-1119

Mostellar Medical Center

12701 Padgett Switch Rd, Irvington 251-824-2174

NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness

– 215 N Pine St, Foley 251-279-0573

– PO Box 161522, Mobile 251-461-3450

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (suicidepreventionlifeline.org) 800-273-8255

Southwest Alabama Behavioral Health Care Systems

– 1321 McMillan Ave, Ste A, Brewton 251-867-3242

– 220 Magnolia Ave, Evergreen 251-578-4545

– 129 Clark St, Grove Hill 251-275-4165

– 530 Hornady Dr, Monroeville 251-575-4837

Survivors of Mental Illness

4351 Midmost Dr, Mobile 251-342-0261

Tri- Coastal Cmnty Outreach, Inc

10520 Hwy 188, Grand Bay 281-865-9731

MOBILITY EQUIPMENT

Mobile Mobility Scooters

951 Schillinger Rd N, Ste G, Mobile 251-633-9960

National Seating and Mobility

854 Lakeside Dr, Ste B, Mobile 251-473-2725

Numotion

801 Lakeside Dr, Mobile 251-666-5555

S. Baker Medical Equipment

16 Midtown Park E, Mobile 251-478-9697

SAAD Healthcare

– 1515 S University Blvd, Mobile 251-343-2990

– 6450 US Hwy 90, Spanish Fort 251-626-4558

Team Adaptive Medical 1251 Boltons Branch Dr, Mobile 251-471-1088

MOVING / RELOCATION / STORAGE

Transition Solutions (ad on page 45)

TransitionSolutionsMobile.com 251-377-9048

PHARMACIES

CVS Pharmacy

– CVS 4938

208 McMeans Ave, Bay Minette

251-937-3933

– CVS 6071

12900 N Wintzell Ave, Bayou La Batre 251-824-3692

– CVS 7668

19215 N 3rd St, Citronelle 251-866-9605

– CVS 16621

1698 Hwy 98, Daphne 251-626-5739

– CVS 4959

27040 Hwy 98, Daphne 251-621-9081

– CVS 4847

210 W Front St, Evergreen 251-578-1811

– CVS 4945

51 S Greeno Rd, Fairhope 251-928-3153

– CVS 1806 1300 S McKenzie St, Foley 251-943-6614

– CVS 4782

10115 Grand Bay Wilmer Rd S, Grand Bay 251-865-6128

– CVS 17236

3820 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores 251-967-7002

– CVS 4868

813 College Ave, Jackson 251-246-6634

– CVS 11016 4645 Airport Blvd, Mobile 251-266-7944

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PHARMACIES

– CVS 16248

3150 Bel Air Mall, Mobile

251-471-9768

– CVS 4818

4881 Schillinger Rd S, Mobile 251-661-6305

– CVS 4877

2280 MLK Jr Blvd, Mobile 251-471-6229

– CVS 4888

4453 Old Shell Rd, Mobile 251-344-9770

– CVS 4900

2550 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-471-1573

– CVS 4903

3100 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile 251-471-2591

– CVS 7671

1401 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile

251-633-7298

– CVS 16725

790 Schillinger Rd S, Mobile

251-776-1512

– CVS 2899

25761 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach

251-974-1590

– CVS 1822

21975 Hwy 59, Robertsdale 251-947-8602

– CVS 10575

24 Saraland Blvd N, Saraland 251-675-2747

– CVS 4883

9151 Moffett Rd, Semmes 251-649-2206

B & F Drug

16900 Jordan St, Chatom 251-847-2250

Bayou Pharmacy

12855 Padgett Switch Rd, Irvington 251-824-7979

Charles White Family Health Center Pharmacy

990 Cody Rd N, Mobile 251-444-1125

Christopher Pharmacy

1300 Schillinger Rd S, Ste W2, Mobile 251-288-4612

Citronelle Drugs

19240 Mobile St N, Citronelle 251-866-5522

City Drugs of Grove Hill

123 S Jackson St, Grove Hill 251-275-3669

Conwell’s Pharmacy

10835 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Theodore 251-973-0805

Cottrell’s Hometown Pharmacy

305 Forrest Ave, East Brewton 251-809-1010

Dawes Pointe Pharmacy

8650 Cottage Hill Rd, Ste 101, Mobile 251-607-9800

Deuel Drug Store

2710 Springhill Ave, Mobile 251-478-7607

Elberta Pharmacy

24980 State St, Elberta 251-986-8115

Escambia Drug Store

108 Main St, Atmore 251-368-3191

Fairhope Pharmacy

398 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope 251-928-8822

Franklin Medical Mall

1303 Dr. MLK Jr Ave, Mobile 251-436-7676

Frisco City Pharmacy

3749 Bowden St, Frisco City 251-267-2111

Grand Bay Pharmacy

10067 Grand Bay Wilmer Rd, Grand Bay 251-865-5555

Island Drug & Gifts

3645 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores 251-967-1100

Lillian Pharmacy

12831 6th St, Lillian 251-962-3777

Mac’s Drugs

201 Commerce St, Jackson 251-246-3616

Maysville Medical Center Pharmacy

1956 Duval St, Mobile 251-444-1050

McIntosh Drugs

7771 US 43, McIntosh 251-944-2563

Midtown Pharmacy

2152 Airport Blvd, Mobile 251-479-2424

Millry Drugs

30282 AL 17, Millry 251-846-6290

Monroe Drugs

360 S Alabama Ave, Monroeville 251-743-2575

Pharmacare Evergreen

451 W Front St, Evergreen 251-578-2273

Oak Ridge Pharmacy 4180 Oak Ridge Ave, Mobile 251-666-0891

Pure Life Pharmacy 1518 N McKenzie St, Ste 412, Foley 251-424-1544

Semmes Pharmacy 8985 Moffett Rd, Semmes 251-645-7979

Skyland Discount Drugs 3968 Govt Blvd, Mobile 251-666-0176

The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy 311 Shelton Beach Rd, Ste A, Saraland 251-679-9095

Three Notch Pharmacy 7700 Three Notch Rd, Mobile 251-661-0066

PHYSICAL THERAPY

The Orthopaedic Group, P.C. Therapy (ad on page 49) 251-476-5050

– 3790 S McKenzie St, Foley

– 6144 Airport Blvd, Mobile

– 5201 Hwy 90 W, Ste A, Mobile

– 7930-B Moffett Rd, Semmes

– 106 Saraland Loop, Saraland

PHYSICIANS

EYE, EAR, NOSE, AND THROAT

Premier Medical Group (ad on page 48)

– West Office 3701 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-341-3300

– East O ffice 2880 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-473-1900

Continued on page 49

Same & Next-Day Appointments

MRI & X-Ray Onsite

Bone Health Programs

Occupational Therapy

Physical Therapy

Board-Certified Surgeons

Personalized Treatment Plans

Workers’ Compensation Program

Online Appointment Scheduling

Treatment For All Ages Of Life

THERAPY:

251-476-5050 | TheOrthoGroup.com or call

Where Great Care Doesn't Always Need An Appointment

PHYSICIANS

EYE, EAR, NOSE, AND THROAT

continued from page 47

Premier Medical Group

– Providence Office - ENT

610 Providence Pk Dr, Bldg 2, Ste 203, Mobile 251-633-2667

– Providence Office - Eye 610 Providence Pk Dr, Bldg 1, Ste 101, Mobile 251-635-0919

– Daphne O ffice 1302 US Hwy 98, Daphne 251-410-9000

– Foley Office 1330 N McKenzie St, Foley 251-424-1768

ORTHOPAEDIC

The Orthopaedic Group, P.C. (ad on page 49)

251-476-5050

– 8096 Twin Beech Rd, Ste 100, Fairhope

– 1711 N McKenzie St, Ste 100, Foley

– 350 Cypress Bend Dr, Ste 102, Gulf Shores

– 6144 Airport Blvd, Mobile

– 3610 Springhill Memorial Dr N, Mobile

– 2016 S Alabama Ave, Monroeville

– 106 Saraland Loop, Saraland

ORTHOPAEDIC URGENT CARE CLINIC

OrthoASAP Walk-In Clinic (ad on page 50)

6144 Airport Blvd, Mobile

251-476-5050

Continued on next page

PHYSICIANS continued

PRIMARY CARE PROVIDER FOR SENIORS

VIPcare (ad on page 50, Back Cover)

– Fairhope - Bayside 341 N Greeno Rd, Ste B, Fairhope 251-270-5966

– Fairhope Village 151 Fly Creek Ave, Ste 411, Fairhope 251-325-6443

– Foley 22394 Miflin Rd, Bldg 1, Ste 101, Foley 251-244-7067

– Mobile – Grelot Commons 6720 Grelot Rd, Ste D, Mobile 251-313-1790

– Mobile – Skyline 3942 Government Blvd, Mobile 251-293-0193

UROLOGY

Urology Associates

(ad on page 51)

251-433-1895

– Mobile at Mobile Infirmary

168 Mobile Infirmary Blvd, Mobile

– Mobile at Springhill

100 Memorial Hospital Dr, Ste 1A, Mobile

– Mobile at Providence 6701 Airport Blvd, Ste B135, Mobile

– Fairhope

134 Hoyle Ave, Fairhope

– Foley

1506 N McKenzie St, Foley

– Bay Minette

2305 Hand Ave, Bay Minette

– Grove Hill

297-D S Jackson St, Grove Hill

– Monroeville

16 Medical Center Dr, Monroeville

– Thomasville

33650 US Hwy 43, Thomasville

RESPITE CARE

Respite is temporary short-term relief for caregivers. Many skilled nursing facilities and assisted living communities offer this service. Please refer to our housing grids on pages 98, 106.

Alabama Lifespan Respite

866-737-8252

Area Agency on Aging

(ad on page 13) 251-706-4680

Haven Memory Care

(ad on page 102)

6848 AL 59, Gulf Shores 251-923-2800

Mercy LIFE of Alabama (ad on page 75)

2900 Springhill Ave, Mobile 251-706-4680

The Reserve at Fairhope

(ad on page 90) 604 Reserve Loop, Fairhope 251-332-1800

REVERSE MORTGAGE

Anchor Funding, Inc –

Nicole Cramer, MBA

(ad on page 53)

251-349-9891

Licensed in AL & FL

Discover the Power of Reverse Mortgages

Are you a senior homeowner looking for extra cash to live more comfortably? A reverse mortgage could be the solution you need! It’s a simple way to convert the equity in your home into tax-free income without the need to sell your property or make monthly mortgage payments.

With a reverse mortgage, you can access the money tied up in your home to pay for medical expenses, home repairs, daily living costs, or even travel and enjoy your retirement to the fullest. The best part? You continue to live in your home, with no monthly payments required. The loan is only repaid when you sell the house, move out, or pass away.

Why Consider a Reverse Mortgage?

Y No Monthly Payments: Enjoy the freedom of not worrying about mortgage payments.

Y Stay in Your Home: Keep your property while accessing its equity.

Y Flexibility: Use the funds for whatever you need, healthcare, debt relief, or simply improving your lifestyle.

Y Supplement Retirement Income: The money you receive is generally not considered taxable income.

Who Qualifies? To qualify, you must be 62 or older and own a home The amount you can borrow depends on factors like your home’s value, your age, and current interest rates.

Are you still wondering if a reverse mortgage could be right for you? You’re not alone. Many seniors feel uncertain about this option at first, but with the right guidance, it could make a huge difference in your financial well-being.

Nicole Cramer, MBA

That’s why we’re here to guide you through the process every step of the way. Don’t hesitate to explore your options. Your home could be the key to unlocking a brighter, more comfortable future.

Get Started Today! Contact us now for a free consultation to see if a reverse mortgage is right for you. Let us help you unlock the financial freedom you deserve.

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SENIOR CENTERS

SENIOR CENTERS (cont’d)

MOBILE COUNTY (cont’d)

SENIOR CENTERS

Senior centers are gathering places for elders who are still active and are seeking a place for planned activities, friendship and programs. Lunches are usually served and transportation may be available. SAIL centers offer meals to seniors over 60, most have home delivery and activities. (See Grid on page 54-55)

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Saraland Parks & Recreation Senior Center (ad on page 58) 718 Mae St, Saraland 251-679-5511

VIA!

(ad on page 11) 1717 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-478-3311

Community Senior Life (CSL) is located in Orange Beach, AL. CSL is a family of not-for-profit healthcarerelated organizations specializing in independent, assisted, and memory care senior living communities throughout Alabama and Florida.

Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for an evergrowing senior population, each organization within the CSL family is committed to meeting the social, spiritual, physical, and financial needs of its residents through innovate services in safe and caring environments.

COMMUNITY SENIOR LIFE COMMUNITY SENIOR

Whether you live, work, or do business with Community Senior Life you’ll notice the difference. Schedule your tour today!

SENIOR ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES

These senior organizations, such as government, non-profit and community, were created to assist seniors in many areas of their lives

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Area Agency on Aging (ad on page 13)

– Escambia 8600 Hwy 31, Atmore 251-368-1032

– Mobile

110 Beauregard St, Mobile 251-706-4680

Mercy LIFE of Alabama (ad on page 75)

2900 Springhill Ave, Mobile 251-287-8420

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center (ad on page 11) 1717 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-478-3311

AARP – State of Alabama 201 Monroe St #1880, Montgomery 866-542-8167

Alabama Ageline 800-243-5463

Alabama Dept of Senior Services 877-425-2243

Area Agency on Aging –Clarke, Conecuh, Monroe, & Washington Counties 3 Camden Bypass, Camden 334-682-5206

Baldwin County Council on Aging 22251 Palmer St, Robertsdale 251-972-8506

United Way Connect 2-1-1 8 Commerce St, Ste 1140, Montgomery Dial 2-1-1 or 7-1-1 (hearing impaired)

SENIOR TRANSITION SERVICES

Transition Solutions (ad on page 45) TransitionSolutionsMobile.com 251-377-9048

SPECIAL NEEDS PLANNING

Ashley Day Law (ad on page 23) 8335 Gayfer Rd Ext, Fairhope 251-277-3377

SUPPORT GROUPS

ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUPS

Gulf Coast Dementia Services Support Group (ad on page 60) 2100 Demetropolis Rd, Mobile 251-355-9123

Haven Memory Care (ad on page 102) 6848 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores 251-923-2800

Alzheimer’s Association Alabama Chapter (alz.org/al) 205-216-5818 x8327

Alzheimer’s Association National Headquarters 800-272-3900

Continued on next page

Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals and family members affected by the various types of dementia, Alzheimer’s being the most common, by providing comprehensive education, training and support. Gulf Coast Dementia Services is a 501c3 Corporation dedicated to our community.

- INFORMATION REFERRAL SERVICES

- SUPPORT GROUPS

- CARE ADVOCACY

- DEMENTIA CARE SERVICES

SUPPORT GROUPS

continued

United Methodist Compassion Ministries 1507 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-471-1511

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS

Gulf Coast Dementia Services (ad on page 60)

2100 Demetropolis Rd, Mobile 251-355-9123

Alabama Cares

334-442-5743 / 877-425-2243

Alabama Lifespan Respite Resource Network – Mobile 866-737-8252

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregiver Center 800-272-3900

Veterans Affairs

National Caregiver Support Line 855-260-3274

PARKINSON SUPPORT GROUP

Parkinson Association of Alabama (ad on page 61) (parkinsonalabama.com)

833-473-5465

SENIOR LOCAL & NATIONAL SUPPORT GROUPS

Parkinson Association of Alabama (ad on page 61) (parkinsonalabama.com) 833-473-5465

Alabama Disability Advocacy Program 800-826-1675

Alabama Kidney Foundation 205-900-7250

Alcoholics Anonymous 600 Bel Air Blvd, Ste 224, Mobile 251-479-9994

Amputee Coalition of America 888-267-5669

Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (bonehealthandosteoporosis.org)

Caregiver Action Network 800-896-3650

Community Hospice Foundation 1450 N McKenzie St, Foley 251-973-5015

Epilepsy Foundation of Alabama 205-453-8205

Goodwill Gulf Coast

2440 Gordon Smith Dr, Mobile 251-471-1581

Gulf Coast Dementia Services

Support Group 2100 Demetropolis Rd, Mobile 251-355-9123

Infirmary Cancer Care Pink Pearls 251-435-2400

MOWA Band of Choctaw Indians 251-829-5500

National Kidney Foundation 800-622-9010

National Multiple Sclerosis Society 800-344-4867

Since its

in

National Stroke Association 800-787-6537

Parker Adult Foster Homes Mobile 251-456-7100

United Cerebral Palsy of Mobile 251-479-4900

USA Health

Mitchell Cancer Resource Closet 251-445-9802

Vet Connect – A Vet-to-Vet Café 251-478-9900

Widowed Persons Service 3155 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-470-6866

TRANSPORTATION

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Mercy LIFE of Alabama (ad on page 75)

2900 Springhill Ave, Mobile

251-287-8420

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center (Passport) (ad on page 11)

251-470-5238 –––––––––––––––

Baldwin Rural Area Transit BRATS

251-972-6817

Escambia County Alabama Transportation System (ECATS)

– Atmore 251-446-9681

– Brewton 251-867-0584

United Way Connect 2-1-1

Dial 2-1-1

Wave Transit System 251-344-6600

VETERAN CENTERS & SERVICES

American Legion

– Baldwin

– 904 AL-59, Bay Minette 251-937-0950

– 700 S Mobile St, Fairhope 251-928-9132

– 2101 S McKenzie St, Foley 251-943-3114

– 6781 AL-59, Gulf Shores 251-948-6119

– Clarke

1365 Kimbrell St, Thomasville 334-636-4106

– Conecuh 10367 US-31, Evergreen 334-578-7036

– Escambia

– 101 W Church St, Atmore 251-446-1403

– 2621 South Blvd, Brewton 251-867-7468

– Mobile

– 19025 S 3rd St, Citronelle 251-866-7234

– 4395 St. Stephens Rd, Eight Mile 251-456-2944

– 2663 Halls Mill Rd, Mobile 251-473-5748

– 1918 Duval St, Mobile 251-473-5765

– 10950 Dauphin Isl Pkwy, Theodore 251-973-1116

– Monroe

225 Legion Dr, Monroeville 251-743-2594

Baldwin County Veterans Affairs

201 E Section Ave, Foley 251-937-0218

Clarke County Veterans Affairs

120 Court St, Grove Hill 251-275-3374

Conecuh County Veterans Affairs

111 Court St, Ste 108, Evergreen 251-578-7036

Escambia County Veterans Affairs

8600 Hwy 31 E, Atmore 251-368-4223 x115

Mobile County Veterans Affairs

1150 Government St, Mobile 251-574-8578

Mobile Veterans Center

3221 Springhill Ave, Bldg 2, Ste C, Mobile 251-478-5906

Mobile VA Outpatient Clinic 4444 Demetropolis Rd, Mobile 251-219-3900

Monroe County Veterans Affairs 65 N Alabama Ave, Monroeville 251-575-9832

South Alabama Veterans Council (savc.info)

TRICARE for Life 866-773-0404

VA Health Benefits Alabama 877-222-8387

Washington County Veterans Affairs 120 Court St, Grove Hill 251-275-3374

VISION RESOURCES

Alabama Institute for the Deaf & Blind 251-432-7777

Alabama Lions Club Sight Foundation 205-325-8519

Alabama Regional Library for the Blind & Physically Handicapped 800-392-5671

Bibles on Tape – Aurora Ministries 941-748-3031

Community Services for Vision Rehabilitation 251-928-2888 / 251-476-4744

– Daphne 251-928-2888

– Foley 251-721-1160

– Mobile 251-476-4744

Eye Care America

Senior Eye Care Program 877-887-6327

Hadley Vision Center Mobile 251-450-8055

Knight’s Templar Eye Foundation 214-888-0220

Mobile Association for the Blind 251-656-5165

Mostellar Medical Center 12701 Padgett Switch Rd, Irvington 251-824-2174

National Federation of the Blind 866-504-7300

New Eyes for the Needy 973-376-4903

The Eye Center.com 800-766-4466

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

PREFERRED PROVIDERS

Area Agency on Aging –SARPC (ad on page 13) 251-706-4680

St. Joseph Hospice

(ad on page 79)

23 Midtown Park W, Mobile 251-675-7555

VIA! Health Fitness & Enrichment Center

(ad on page 11)

1717 Dauphin St, Mobile 251-478-3311

Alabama Silver-Haired Legislature

251-706-4680

Christian Service Center

317 Dolphin Ave, Gulf Shores 251-968-5256

Community Hospice

1450 N McKenzie St, Foley 251-943-5015

Gentiva Hospice

2800 Dauphin St, Ste 103, Mobile 251-478-9900

Goodwill Gulf Coast 2440 Gordon Smith Dr, Mobile 251-471-1581

Legacy Leadership Institute for Older Adults 251-706-4680

Little Sisters of the Poor 1655 McGill Ave, Mobile 251-476-6335

Mobile County

Foster Grandparents Program 1150 Government St, Ste 104, Mobile 251-574-6488

Mobile County Sheriff’s Volunteer Corp 251-574-2415

Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

– Baldwin County 251-706-4680

– Escambia County 251-706-4680

– Mobile County 251-574-7787

Saad Healthcare 1515 S University Blvd, Mobile 251-343-9600

Senior Companion Program

1150 Government St, Ste 103, Mobile 251-574-3232

SouthernCare Hospice

3938 Govt Blvd, Ste 103, Mobile 251-666-2113

The Retreat Hospice by Saad 1515B S University Blvd, Mobile 251-380-3810

United Way of Southwest Alabama 251-433-3624

Volunteers of America

1204 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile 251-300-3500

WOUND CARE

Infirmary Center for Wound Healing 1721 Springhill Ave, Mobile 251-435-2192

Saad Healthcare 1515 S University Blvd, Mobile 251-343-9600

Veterans’ Benefits for Non-Medical,

Veterans deserve robust support after their service, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides benefits beyond medical care, including nonmedical support, home health agency services, and hospice care.

These programs aim to improve quality of life, maintain independence, and offer comfort when needed most. Here’s how Veterans and their families can tap into these valuable resources.

Non-Medical Benefits

Non-medical benefits help Veterans with everyday tasks. The Veteran Directed Care (VDC) program lets Veterans hire aides—often family or friends—to assist with activities like bathing or cooking. It provides a monthly budget tailored to their needs, giving them control over their care. Another option, the Aid and Attendance (A&A) benefit, boosts pensions for Veterans needing help with daily activities or who are housebound. This extra funding can cover non-medical caregivers, supporting Veterans in staying at home comfortably.

Home Health Agency Services

For more structured assistance, the VA collaborates with home health agencies through the VA Home Health Care program. Certified aides provide non-medical help, such as personal care, light housekeeping, or mobility support. While not involving

Home Health, and Hospice Care

skilled nursing, these services are vital for independence. Veterans must be enrolled in VA health care and show a need for aid, as determined by a VA provider. The Homemaker and Home Health Aide program offers similar support for those with chronic conditions, delivering consistent, personalized care.

Hospice Care Benefits

For Veterans with terminal illnesses, the VA’s hospice care focuses on comfort, not cure, offering pain relief, emotional support, and family counseling. Available through VA facilities, community partners, or at home, the VA Hospice and Palliative Care program aligns with Veterans’ wishes, typically at no cost. Veterans on a VA pension may also use A&A benefits to help with expenses, reducing financial stress during this time.

How to Access Benefits

Veterans can explore these options by contacting their local VA office or visiting VA.gov. Eligibility hinges on factors like service history, disability status, and income, so speaking with a VA representative is essential. These benefits honor Veterans by ensuring their comfort and independence throughout life’s stages, reflecting a national commitment to their well-being. ~

CAREGIVER’S CHECKLIST

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Name

Name Address

Address

Home Phone/Cell Phone Numbers

Home Phone/Cell Phone

Date of Birth/Birthplace

Driver’s License Number & State

Date of Birth/Birthplace

Medicare Number & Effective Date

Driver’s License Number & State

Medicaid Number & Effective Date

Medicare Number & Effective Date

Case Worker’s Name

Medicaid Number & Effective Date

Case Worker’s Phone Number

Case Worker’s Name

Health Insurance Provider

Health Insurance Address

Case Worker’s Phone Number

Health Insurance Group Number

Emergency Contact’s Name

Dental Insurance Provider

Emergency Contact’s Address

Dental Insurance Address

Emergency Contact’s Phone Number

Dental Insurance Group Number

Emergency Contact’s Relationship to Patient

Vision Insurance Provider

Vision Insurance Address

Vision Insurance Group Number

Emergency Contact’s Name

Emergency Contact’s Address

Emergency Contact’s Phone Number

Emergency Contact’s Relationship to Patient

HEALTH INFORMATION

Medical Conditions

Medical Conditions:

(blank intentionally)

Prescriptions/Dosage/Frequency

Prescriptions/Dosage/Frequency

Diabetes ❏ Yes ❏ No Insulin Dependent ❏ Yes ❏ No

(blank intentionally)

Insulin Dosage/Frequency

(blank intentionally)

Insulin Last Dose/Next Dose

Health Insurance Provider

Dialysis ❏ Yes ❏ No Dialysis (Name of Facility)

Health Insurance Group Number

Dialysis Last Treatment/Next Treatment

Health Insurance Phone/Address

Allergies

Surgeries

Primary Care Physician’s Name

Medical Devices (Pacemaker/Pain Pump/Oxygen)

Primary Care Physician’s Address/Phone #

Cardiac Bypass/Valve Replacement

Hospital Preference

Transplant (Heart/Kidney/Liver/Lung)

Dentist Name/Phone Number

Joint Replacement

Diabetes - Y/N

Primary Care Physician’s Name

Hearing Aid Provider/Phone Number

Primary Care Physician’s Address/Phone Number

Allergies

Dentist’s Name

Surgeries

Dentist’s Address/Phone Number

Local Ambulance Phone

Eye Doctor’s Name

Eye Doctor’s Address/Phone Number

Hearing Aid Provider

Hearing Aid Provider’s Address/Phone Number

Dentures/Partial

Eyeglasses/Contacts

Hearing

Understanding Senior Care In-Home Options

Choosing the right care option for seniors can be overwhelming. This guide breaks down the differences between different in-home options, helping you make informed decisions for your cllients, patients or loved ones. For more information please visit seniorsbluebook.com.

NON MEDICAL HOME CARE

What is it:

Who is it for:

In-home assistance focusing on personal care and daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation and companionship. Services are non-medical in nature and are designed to help seniors maintain independence in their home.

Best suited for seniors who need help with everyday tasks but do not require medical supervision or treatment.

HOME HEALTH CARE

What is it:

Who is it for:

Medical care at home provided by licensed healthcare professionals, including aides, nurses, physical therapist, and occupational therapist. Services may include wound care, administering medications, managing chronic conditions, and post surgery care and therapy. A doctor must refer a patient for home health care.

Appropriate for seniors who need medical treatment or rehabilitation at home.

HOSPICE CARE

What is it:

Who is it for:

Medical care at home for patients with a lifelimiting illness. Hospice emphasizes palliative care rather than curative treatment. An interdisciplinary team (Doctor, Nurse, Aide, Social Worker, Chaplain and Volunteer Services) works together to help the patient, caregiver, and family.

Suitable for patient with a terminal illness. A doctor must refer a patient for hospice care.

GraceLink Care Connect: A Hybrid Care Model

At Gracepoint Home Care, our mission is to help seniors remain safe, comfortable, and independent in their own homes while giving families peace of mind. With the introduction of GraceLink Care Connect, we’re proud to offer a hybrid care model, blending the compassion of our caregivers with innovative technology that helps us respond to changes more quickly.

Take Mrs. Thompson, one of our clients. GraceLink Care Connect quietly recognized that she was making more trips to the bathroom than usual, something that might easily go unnoticed between visits. The system detected this care-related event and alerted our Gracepoint team. Because of that timely notification, we were able to arrange a urinalysis right away, confirm a urinary tract infection (UTI), and ensure Mrs. Thompson started antibiotics before the infection became more serious. Instead of risking hospitalization or days of discomfort, she was cared for quickly and comfortably at home.

for Safer, Smarter Aging at Home

knowing their loved one isn’t left unnoticed, and seniors gain the benefit of proactive care that helps them stay healthier, longer.

The benefits of this hybrid model include:

n Peace of Mind for Families: Loved ones know that if something changes, our team is notified right away.

n Proactive Intervention: Early detection helps prevent small issues, like Mrs. Thompson’s UTI, from becoming emergencies.

n Personalized Care: Insights from GraceLink allow us to adjust and tailor care plans.

n Extended Independence: With this added support, seniors can remain safely at home longer.

This is the power of GraceLink Care Connect. It works in the background to detect care-related events—such as changes in activity, potential falls, or unusual patterns—and sends alerts to our team so that we can take action. Families have peace of mind

At Gracepoint, we believe technology should never replace the human touch, it should enhance it. With GraceLink Care Connect, we’re able to deliver smarter, more responsive care while keeping compassion, dignity, and trust at the heart of everything we do.

To learn more about our hybrid care model with GraceLink Care Connect, call 251-607-2219 or visit www.gracepointcare.com.~

*PAYMENT METHODS

ORTHOPEDIC CARE

PSYCHIATRIC CARE

ENTERAL (TUBE) FEEDING

CARDIAC CARE TRACH CARE

DIABETIC CARE

WOUND CARE

SOCIAL WORKER IV THERAPY

**THERAPY (SPOR)

***COUNTIES SERVED

PHONE #

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*PAYMENT METHODS: & =Call

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ADDITIONAL HOME HEALTH CARE AGENCIES

Amedisys Home Health - Bay Minette 251-580-8236 Amedisys

Amedisys Home Health - Monroeville 866-334-0260

Amedisys Home Health - Thomasville 334-636-1344

Atmore Community Home Care 251-769-0147

Aveanna Home Health – Baldwin 251-621-4431

Aveanna Home Health – Mobile 251-304-3158 Bay Nursing, Inc 251-471-3343

BrightStar Care 251-405-6451

CenterWell Home Health – Daphne 251-476-1279

CenterWell Home Health – Foley 251-476-1279

CenterWell Home Health – Mobile 251-476-1279

D W McMillan Home Health 251-867-5054

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice 251-661-5313

Infirmary HomeCare of Mobile 251-450-3300

Saad Healthcare – Baldwin 251-239-3384

Saad Healthcare – Mobile 251-343-9600

Springhill Home Health & Hospice – Baldwin 251-433-8172

Springhill Home Health & Hospice – Mobile 251-433-8172

Thomas Home Health 251-990-9200

VitalCaring Group – Home Health – Lucedale 601-766-3429

VitalCaring Group – Home Health – Pascagoula 228-762-9999

***SERVICES PROVIDED

RN/SW =Registered Nurse / Social Worker / CH=Chaplain / V=Volunteer

**LEVELS OF CARE

RO=Routine / RE=Respite / G=General In-Patient Care / C=Continuous Care

INPATIENT CARE PALLIATIVE CARE

24/7 ADMISSIONS

METHODS: Indicates website link on seniorsbluebook.com & =Call

/ LT=Long-Term

***Services: C=Chaplain / RN= Registered Nurse / SW= Social Worker / V=Volunteers

****COUNTIES: BA=Baldwin / BU=Butler / CH=Choctaw / CL=Clarke / CO=Conecuh / E=Escambia / MO=Mobile / MN= Monroe / W=Washington / WI=Wilcox

AMEDISYS HOSPICE

ADDITIONAL HOSPICE CARE PROVIDERS

Home Health & Hospice –Baldwin

Retreat Hospice by Saad 251-380-3810

Understanding Senior Living Options

Choosing the right care option for seniors can be overwhelming. This guide breaks down the differences between different Senior Living Options, helping you make informed decisions for your cllients, patients or loved ones. For more information please visit seniorsbluebook.com.

INDEPENDENT LIVING

What is it:

Who is it for:

Apartment-style communities designed for active seniors. Amenities could include housekeeping, transportation, social activities, and meals. No medical care or daily assistance provided by community.

Best for seniors who are self-sufficient and seek a lifestyle with fewer responsibilities and more social opportunities.

ASSISTED LIVING

What is it:

Who is it for:

Apartment-style living with personal care services, such as help with dressing, bathing, and medication. Residence includes meals, housekeeping, transportation, social activities, and staff available 24/7. Facility may include a Memory Care Unit for patients with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory-related conditions.

Ideal for seniors who need regular assistance, but do not require round-the-clock medical care.

SKILLED NURSING

What is it:

Who is it for:

24/7 medical care in a licensed facility with healthcare professionals. Facilities offer rehabilitation, post-surgery recovery, and long-term care for chronic conditions. Private and Semi-private rooms available.

Appropriate for seniors with serious health conditions that require constant medical supervision and care.

251-432-2312

COUNTY ( cont’d )

MOBILE

Baptist Oaks Apts, 800 Conti St, Mobile 36602

251-928-7787

Bayou Plaza Apts, 600 S Bayou St, Mobile 36603 251-436-8773

251-434-1590

251-434-2290

251-661-9887

251-473-7224

COUNTY

BALDWIN

Meadowview Apts, 950 Spring Run Dr, Fairhope 36532

Cathedral Place Apts, 351 Conti St, Mobile 36602

Central Plaza Tower, 300 Bayshore Ave, Mobile 36607

Cottonwood Senior Apts, 658 Azalea Rd, Mobile 36609

Dauphin Gate Apts, 3250 Dauphin St, Mobile 36606

Sandlewood Manor, 22575 Mattingly St, Robertsdale 36567251-947-1186

Downtown Renaissance, 350 Bloodgood St, Mobile 36603251-694-9058

251-434-2293

Emerson Gardens, 758 Palmetto St, Mobile 36610

Gardens at Wellington Apts, 5821 Old Pascagoula Rd, Mobile 36619 251-287-0504

Magnolia Place, 124 N Ann St, Mobile 36604 205-781-3006

Oleander Park Apts, 7646 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile 36695251-639-1355

251-338-1283

251-452-2615

Rendu Terrace, 7400 Old Shell Rd, Mobile 36608

Ridge Manor Apts, 2104 Wolf Ridge Rd, Mobile 36602

MONROE COUNTY

Candlewick Senior Apts, 210 Mayfield St, Monroeville 36460251-743-3929

251-743-2901

Westside Apts, 200 Catawba St, Monroeville 36460

COUNTY

CLARKE

251-275-3097 The ARC Home, 227 McIntyre Ave, Jackson 36545

San Dee Apts, 258 Court St, Grove Hill 36451

251-246-2117

251-246-3000 The Grove Apts, 101 1/2 Grove Dr, Jackson 36515

CONNECUH COUNTY

Northfork Apts, 709 Dr. Martin King Jr Dr, Evergreen 36401866-946-6888

ESCAMBIA COUNTY

Atmore Rotary Village Apts, 201 E Ridgeley St, Atmore 36502251-368-5115

251-867-7997

Crepe Myrtle Village, 212 The Trail, Brewton 36426

Hidden Valley Apts, 90 Fleming Ln, Brewton 36426

251-575-4203

251-867-9833 Pineview Apts, 201 Oakwood St, East Brewton 36426

Point Escambia Apts, 75 Point Escambia Cir, Atmore 36502251-368-4658

MOBILE COUNTY

A Place Call Home Shared Living 1111 E I-65 Ser Rd S, Ste 104, Mobile 36606 251-361-8853 Anderson-Fischer Apts, 8479 Jeff Hamilton Rd, Mobile 36695251-607-9329

AHEPA 310 APARTMENT

COMMUNITIES

Affordable Senior Housing

Our goal is to provide effective management and operations of affordable communities for lowincome elderly and persons with disabilities, so they may live independent and engaged lifestyles. We offer spacious one-bedroom apartments with professional on-site management. Our Supportive Services Coordinators provide our residents with a clear path to ensure assistance is received, leading to a healthy and fulfilling way of living.

FEATURES

• Appliances Furnished

• Emergency Features

• Keyed Access w/Intercom

• Community Rooms

• Elevator

• On-Site Laundry

• Arts & Crafts Room

• Pet Friendly Contact our communities for information on age and income qualifications. Visit our Website at www.ahepaseniorliving.org

MOBILE AND BALDWIN LOCATIONS 8435 W State St, Citronelle 36522 251-866-3000 1409 Pollard Rd, Daphne 36526 251-626-9228

20765 Bishop Rd, Fairhope 36532 251-928-7352

12680 Padgett Switch Rd, Irvington 36544 251-824-1895 100 Ahepa Ln, Mobile 36609 251-666-5696

5223 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile 36609 251-665-9026

2550 Hillcrest Road, Mobile 36695 251-660-1783 6430 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile 36695 251-661-0371 100 Ahepa Way, Saraland 36571 251-679-0770 9180 Hellenic Way, Semmes 36575 251-645-2405

7560 Olympic Ln, Theodore 36582 251-653-2294

7560-A Olympic Lane, Theodore 36582 251-653-9880

LIVING

At The Reserve at Fairhope, we’ve taken senior living to the next level with modern amenities, and upscale appointments you won’t find anywhere else on the Eastern Shore.

Reflecting the charm and beauty of the area, The Reserve offers five-star dining, sophisticated gathering spaces, and a host of activities. The Reserve offers a continuum of care to accommodate your personal needs as they change. Don’t wait any longer – come discover the unexpected details that create moments worth celebrating.

Learn more about our

BALDWIN COUNTY

251-929-3627

251-943-4412

251-625-0802

251-625-6400

251-257-2631

251-200-5700

251-626-7007

251-809-3550

251-450-1110

251-665-9063

251-380-0053

251-220-8320

251-776-1455

Country Place Senior Living –Fairhope, 8127 Gayfer Rd Ext, Fairhope 36532

Country Place Senior Living –Foley, 615 E Laurel, Foley 36535

Gardens of Daphne, 1307 Daphne Ave, Daphne 36526

Seabrook Pointe, 11626 Hwy 90, Daphne 36526

Seagrass Village of Daphne, 426 Seagrass Cir, Daphne 36526

Seagrass Village of Gulf Shores, 21298 Cotton Creek Dr, Gulf Shores 36542

ESCAMBIA COUNTY

Westminster Village, 500 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort 36527

Country Place Senior LivingBrewton, 905 Belleville Ave, Brewton 36426

MOBILE COUNTY

Dauphin Way Senior Living, 3085 Dauphin Sq Conn, Mobile 36607

Kauhale Heritage Woods, 3440 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile 36695

Kauhale Port City, 4720 Morrison Dr, Mobile 36609

Knollwood Pointe, 5601 Girby Rd, Mobile 36693

Somerby of Mobile, 901 Somerby Dr, Mobile 36695

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Memory Care Simplified

You spent your lifetime “saving for a rainy day,” ensuring that your golden years would be financially stable. We provide simple pricing without complicated level of care costs to bring you peace of mind.

Our holistic wellness programs are specially designed to engage residents physical, cognitive, and social skills while providing compassionate care for those with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease in a secured environment.

Basic Services and Amenities Include:

n Inviting Common Areas

n Outdoor Courtyard

n On-site Culinary Team

n Activity Program designed for Physical, Cognitive, and Social Stimulation

n Wellness Programming and Individualized Care Plans

n Bathing, Grooming, Dressing, and Medication Administration

n 24-Hour Staff On-Site, including Licensed Nurses and Specially Trained Caregivers

n Laundry and Housekeeping Services

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Baldwin and Mobile Counties Only All-Female Memory Care

We are rolling out the welcome mat with resort-like amenities in an inviting place your loved one can call home. At Carillon Oaks, we’re dedicated to ensuring our residents continue to lead enriched, engaged lives.

The spacious and inviting living spaces and elevated experiences allow each resident to craft their own unique lifestyle. There is aways something to do in our community. At Carillon Oaks, you can enjoy live entertainment, musical programs, gardening, a putting green, and exercise programs.

Secure Haven of Custom Care

Safety and comfort are our utmost priorities. Our secure environment ensures the well-being of our residents while granting the freedom to explore and engage.

l Restaurant-style dining with 3 meals a day

l 24-hour licensed nursing care

l Safe & secure community

l Complimentary housekeeping & laundry

Schedule a private consultation today.

Carillon Oaks – Daphne 27645 Highway 181, Daphne, AL 36526 251-450-8008

l Full-time Activities Director

l Customized wellness & fitness programs

l Large, secured courtyard with walking path and resident gardening area

l Beauty salon with pedicure chairs

l Scheduled transportation

Carillon Oaks – Mobile 5461 Kooiman Rd, Theodore, AL 36582 251-287-6300

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BALDWIN COUNTY

Arabella Health & Wellness of Fairhope, 22670 Main St, Fairhope 36532

Diversicare of Foley, 1701 N Alston St, Foley 36535

Eastern Shore Rehabilitation & Health Center, 101 Villa Dr, Daphne 36526

Fairhope Health & Rehab, 108 S Church St, Fairhope 36532

Robertsdale Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, 18700 Hwy 90, Robertsdale 36567

Westminster Village, 500 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort 36527

William F Green State Veterans Home, 300 Faulkner Dr, Bay Minette 36507

MOBILE COUNTY

Allen Health and Rehabilitation, 735 S Washington Ave, Mobile 36603

Arabella Health & Wellness of Grand Bay, 13750 Hwy 90, Grand Bay 36541

Arabella Health & Wellness of Mobile, 1758 Springhill Ave, Mobile 36607

Ashland Place Health & Rehabilitation, 148 Tuscaloosa St, Mobile 36607

Gulf Coast Health & Rehabilitation, 8002 Grelot Rd, Mobile 36695

Kensington Health & Rehabilitation, 550 Congress St, Mobile 36603

Little Sisters of the Poor –Sacred Heart, 1655 McGill Ave, Mobile 36604

Lynwood Healthcare & Rehab, 4164 Halls Mill Rd, Mobile 36693

Mobile Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, 7020 Bruns Dr, Mobile 36695

North Mobile Nursing & Rehabilitation, 4525 St. Stephens Rd, Eight Mile 36613

Palm Gardens Health & Rehabilitation, 3104 Dauphin Sq Conn, Mobile 36607

Springhill Rehabilitation & Senior Residence, 3717 Dauphin St, Mobile 36608

Twin Oaks Rehabilitation & HealhCare Center, 857 Crawford Ln, Mobile 36617

COUNTY

MONROE

Monroe Manor Health & Rehabilitation Center, 236 Claiborne St, Monroeville 36460

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What are ADLs and IADLs?

Everyday life is made up of countless small routines—bathing in the morning, preparing meals, running errands, and keeping up with household tasks.

For older adults, maintaining independence often depends on their ability to manage these daily tasks, which are also known as activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).

Understanding ADLs isn’t just about checking off a list of tasks. It’s about recognizing the level of support someone may need to continue living safely and comfortably. Whether you’re planning ahead for yourself or noticing changes in a family member, knowing what these terms mean can help guide important decisions about senior care.

What Are ADLs?

ADLs, or Activities of Daily Living, are the essential self-care tasks that allow a person to function independently. Most people perform these core activities every day without much thought, but for some, they can become challenging over time.

The six primary ADLs include:

n Bathing – Maintaining personal hygiene through bathing or showering.

n Dressing – Selecting and putting on appropriate clothing.

n Grooming & Personal Hygiene –Brushing teeth, styling hair, and other grooming tasks.

n Toileting – Using the restroom independently, including personal

hygiene and continence.

n Mobility – Moving around safely, including walking, standing, and transferring from a bed or chair.

n Eating – The ability to feed oneself, whether by preparing food or using utensils.

When a person experiences challenges with one or more of these tasks, they may require additional support through assisted living or hands-on caregiving. Ensuring these needs are met not only promotes safety but also helps maintain a sense of dignity and confidence.

What Are IADLs?

While ADLs focus on fundamental self-care, instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) involve the more complex skills needed to manage an independent lifestyle. These tasks require a higher level of cognitive function, organization, and decisionmaking abilities.

Common IADLs include:

n Meal Preparation – Cooking, grocery shopping, and handling food safely.

n Housekeeping – Cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a tidy home.

n Managing Medications – Taking medications on time and refilling prescriptions.

n Transportation – Driving or navigating public transportation.

n Shopping – Purchasing groceries, clothing, and other necessities.

n Managing Finances – Paying bills, budgeting, and handling money responsibly.

For many older adults, difficulties with IADLs signal the first signs of needing extra support. While some may still be able to live independently with occasional help, others may benefit from moving to a senior living community in Alabama, where these tasks are handled by a dedicated team.

How ADLs and IADLs Impact Choices for Senior Living in Alabama

Recognizing changes in a family member’s ability to manage ADLs and IADLs can help determine the best level of care. Community Senior Life offers a variety of senior living options to provide just the right amount of support while encouraging independence.

n Independent Living – Designed for individuals who can manage ADLs but may need help with certain IADLs, such as housekeeping or transportation.

n Assisted Living – Provides support with ADLs while allowing residents to maintain their independence in a secure and engaging environment.

n Memory Care – Specializes in assisting individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia, ensuring their daily needs are met with compassionate care.

For families searching for what are ADLs and how they relate to senior care decisions, understanding the difference between ADLs and IADLs is the first step in finding the right level of support.

Recognizing When It’s Time for Additional Support

Changes in the ability to complete

ADLs and IADLs can happen gradually or suddenly. Paying attention to the small signs can help families plan ahead and avoid crisis-driven decisions.

Indicators that extra support may be needed include:

n Skipped meals or noticeable weight loss

n Missed medication doses or confusion about prescriptions

n Difficulty with personal hygiene or dressing appropriately

n Trouble maintaining a clean and safe home

n Signs of isolation or withdrawal from social activities

n Increased falls, accidents, or mobility challenges

Having open, honest conversations about these changes allows families to make informed decisions about senior living options in Alabama before safety becomes a concern.

Finding the Right Fit

Everyone deserves to live in a place where they feel comfortable, supported, and empowered to live life fully.

At Community Senior Life, residents receive compassionate care that adapts to their needs, whether they require assistance with ADLs, IADLs, or just want to enjoy an active, maintenance-free lifestyle. For those wondering “what are ADLs” and how they impact senior care decisions, our team is here to help.~

Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Community Senior Life. Learn More at communityseniorlife.org. See Ad on Pages 56-57.