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Resources for Consumers

Who To Contact For Assistance:

The Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS)
http://www.health.mo.gov> Phone: 573-751-6400 DHSS is a leader in promoting, protecting and partnering for the health of all Missourians for life.
Division of Senior & Disability Services (DSDS)
http://health.mo.gov/seniors/index.php Phone: 573-526-3626 DSDS serves as the State Unit on Aging and carries out the mandates of the State of Missouri regarding programs and services for seniors and adults with disabilities.
DHSS Rules & Regulations
http://www.health.mo.gov/seniors/rulesregs.php Phone: 573-751-6400 The rules and regulations, listed by topic, exist to protect your health and safety & the safety of your loved ones.
Senior Housing: MHDC – Missouri Housing Development Commission
http://www.mhdc.com Resident Relations Hotline
Toll Free: 866-605-7467 Statewide Booklet – Housing Options Available
Missouri Association of Area Agencies on Aging (ma-4)
http://www.ma4web.org Phone: 573-619-6185 MA4 is the leading voice for service, information and advocacy to improve the lives of older Missourians.
MC5- Culture -Missouri Coalition Celebrating Care Continuum
https://www.pioneernetwork..net Phone: 312- 224-2574
Missouri Protection and Advocacy Services
Http://www.moadvocacy.org Phone: 800-392-8667 They protect the rights of individuals with disabilities by providing advocacy and legal services.
Department of Mental Health
http://www.dmh.mo.gov Phone: 800-364-9687 Missourians who have mental illnesses, developmental disabilities or substance abuse problems have rights, responsibilities, and opportunities to achieve personal outcomes and pursue their dreams.

Helpful Websites For Consumers:

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Data Missouri Senior Report Links & Resources

http://missouriseniorreport.org/

The links & resources provided relate to:

§ Advocacy
§ Healthcare
§ Housing
§ Nutrition
§ Transportation
§ Legal
§ Mental Health
§ Senior Services
§ Social & Emergency Services
§ Workforce

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Helpguide.org

http://www.helpguide.org/life/senior_nutrition.htm

§ Senior nutrition: Feeding the body, mind and soul
§ Senior nutrition: What your body needs
§ Senior nutrition: Tips for wholesome eating
§ Senior Nutrition: Changing dietary needs
§ Senior nutrition: Tips for creating a well-balanced diet
§ Senior nutrition: Overcoming obstacles to healthy eating
§ Senior nutrition: Tips for staying on track

Home Safety Tips For Senior Citizens
http://marriedwithdebt.hubpages.com/hub/Home-Safety-Tips-for-Senior-Citizens Find important home safety tips that should be followed to protect yourself and your home.
Missouri Senior Services and Resources
http://www.caregiverlist.com/Missouri/StateInformation.aspx
Area Agency on Aging
Find out about elder services in your state http://www.moaging.com/Public/Default.aspx
Aging and Elder Services
http://www.caregiverlist.com/Missouri/departmentonaging.aspx
Background Check Laws
What info your state allows employers to review. Missouri Background Check Laws http://www.caregiverlist.com/Missouri/backgroundcheck.aspx
Caregiver Jobs, Training and Education

Find Certification Programs in Your Area for:

  • Senior Caregiver Employment
    Professional Senior Caregiver Jobs in Missouri
Mesothelioma Caregiver Support and Resources
Mesothelioma Group
Missouri Minimum Wage Law
Find out what you need to know about Missouri mimimum wage law Missouri Minimum Wage http://www.caregiverlist.com/Missouri/minimumwage.aspx
Drivers License Laws
Find out if test requirements change at a certain age plus DMV contacts. Missouri Drivers License Info http://www.caregiverlist.com/Missouri/seniordriving.aspx
Nursing Home Ombudsman
What they do, when to complain and who to contact. Missouri Ombudsman – http://www.caregiverlist.com/Missouri/nursinghomeombudsman.aspx
Eldercare Attorneys
Learn about Eldercare Law Services Find an Eldercare Law Attorney http://www.caregiverlist.com/Missouri/eldercare-lawyers.aspx
Geriatric Care Managers
Learn about the services of Geriatric Care Managers Find a Geriatric Care Manager http://www.caregiverlist.com/Missouri/geriatric-care-managers.aspx
Medicaid Services
Missouri Department of Social Services (888) 275-5908 Missouri Medicaid Info http://www.caregiverlist.com/Missouri/medicaid.aspx
Nursing Home Costs and Ratings
View the Star-rating for nursing homes and find daily costs: Missouri nursing home costs and health inspection rating http://www.caregiverlist.com/Missouri/NursingHomeRatingsAndCosts.aspx
Reverse Mortgage Specialists
Learn about Reverse Mortgages Find a Reverse Mortgage Broker http://www.caregiverlist.com/Missouri/reverse-mortgage-brokers.aspx
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