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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