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• | Senior Care Agencies Lane County agencies that help connect seniors with services, including but not limited to residential housing, doctors, in-home care, financial & energy assistance, help with health insurance, and applying for state aid. |
| • | Residential vs. In-Home Care To make the right choice, match the housing to the needs, wants and personality of your loved one. |
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| • | Senior Day Care Adult day services are for seniors who require some assistance and it allows caregivers more freedom. Adult day services typically provide social activities, meals and snacks, help with personal care and grooming, and therapeutic activities. |
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| • | Respite Care Respite services provide temporary care for seniors while their caregivers are unavailable or need to take a short-term break from their regular duties. |
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| • | Hospice Services Information & contact information for hospice service provided through extended hospital care, the Veteran’s Administration, and private agencies. |
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| • | Support Groups Support groups for seniors, their family, and caregivers throughout Lane County. |
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| • | Glossary of Terms Click here to link to the US Department of Health and Human Services. This glossary is available to give you general information about words and terms associated with aging, disability or long-term care. |
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• | Senior Companions Lane County senior agencies that specialize in matching seniors with supportive services and companionship, normally through volunteers in the community. Keep in mind that companionship programs do not provide medical-based services. |
| • | Senior Job Openings Contains links on the web to senior job banks, information on how to apply for employment and tips for finding opportunities in your community. |
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| • | Senior Food Programs Meals on Wheels and other subsidized meal programs for seniors in Lane County. These meal programs are normally available to people over the age of 60 who are home bound (or don’t get out much) due to illness or advanced age. |
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| • | Help with Errands Information on how to get help with running errands and other homemaker services, available through Advanced Senior Solutions, Senior Companions Program of Lane County, and Senior & Disabled Services. |
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| • | Transportation Directory includes services provided through Lane Transit District, RideSource, and other senior-specialized transportation programs. |
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| • | Find a Volunteer Looking for a volunteer to help? Interested in becoming a volunteer? Find information on the Senior Connections Volunteer Program, the Elder Help Volunteer Program, Senior Corps, and more. |
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| • | Legal Assistance Mediation services, senior law & advocacy services, links to legal forums and other valuable resources. |
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| City of Eugene Listing of city news, events, and activities. visit website |
| Eugene Cascades & Coast Calendar of events for the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region. Music and ethnic festivals, Broadway performances, museums, sporting events, guided hikes, and more. visit website |
| Eugene Chamber of Commerce Current Events section provided by members of the Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce. visit website |
| EventSetter Eugene View monthly events listed by type. visit website |
| KVAL Community Calendar Community events throughout Lane County contributed by viewers. New events listed each day. visit website |
| OregonBeat.com Community events in the Portland, Salem, & Eugene area. visit website |
| Senior Circle view website |
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IN-HOME CARE In-home care is designed for people who prefer to stay in their own home but need ongoing care. When choosing an agency, keep in mind that there are two main types. • Homemaker Services • Health & Medical Care __________________________________ Steps in the Process When considering an agency to hire, there are things you should think about and questions you might want to ask in order to get the highest quality of care that’s available. Start out by making a list of the types of services you need. Call the in-home agencies and ask them some initial questions about their services, costs and certification. When you meet in person, ask the rest of your questions and any others that come to mind. The people providing services will have direct contact with your parent or loved one, so you will want to know as much about their qualifications and experience as possible. Some suggested questions to ask when looking for in-home care include: General Questions • Is their agency licensed by the state? • What types of services do they provide? • Are services available 24 hours a day, seven days a week? Questions about Agency Staff • What types of workers does their agency staff? • Are their staff members bonded? • What happens if a staff person does not show up to work when scheduled? • If the agency sends a worker that doesn’t meet my expectations, can a different one be requested? Questions about Agency Cost • What is the cost of their services? Do they offer a sliding scale? • Is their agency certified to be paid by Medicare? • How does their agency bill for costs? How often do they bill and do they bill Medicare or the insurance company directly? Questions about Agency Quality • Does their agency have references or satisfaction reports for itself and staff? • Does their agency get inspected by an outside organization? Are inspection reports available to clients? When was the last inspection? • How do they handle client problems or complaints and how do they resolve them? • Does the agency involve clients and family members in creating the plan of care? How is the plan of care recorded and documented? |
RESIDENTIAL CARE Categorized by the level of care needed, residential care includes retirement centers, assisted-living facilities and nursing homes. To make the right choice for your loved one, you’ll want to match the particular type of housing to their needs, wants, and personality. Below is an explanation of the residential care options you might choose from. • Retirement Centers • Assisted Living • Nursing Homes • Memory & Specialized Care ________________________________ Steps in the Process Once a decision has been reached that your loved one needs new living arrangements, you and your family need to evaluate what is best for them. Here are some tips to help you along: • First, determine the level of care your loved one needs. This is the senior’s individual health practitioner or facility that makes the determination. • Be sure to visit several different residences. They can vary greatly. • When you take your tour, be sure to talk to residents, staff, and other visiting families. • Ask staff members how long they’ve worked there. Low turnover is an indicator of quality. • Check with the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities to find out which residences are accredited. • Ask about costs and any other details about financial arrangements. • Be sure to include your loved one in this decision. Ask about what is important to him or her as you narrow your options. |
| Alzheimer’s Support Groups |
| Alpine Court Memory Care 3720 N Clarey St. Eugene, OR (541) 689-3900 view map | view website |
| Cascade Adult Center (respite care available while attending support group) 996 Jefferson Street Eugene, OR (541)726-4484 visit map | view website |
| Coast Fork Nursing Center 515 Grant St. Cottage Grove, OR (541) 942-5528 view map | view website |
| Eugene Alzheimer’s Association (after hour groups & men-only groups) 1238 Lincoln Street Eugene, OR (541) 345-8392 view map | view website |
| Garcia Center 88149 Territorial Rd. Veneta, OR (541) 345-8392 view map | view website |
| Gateway Living Center (specifically for adult children) 611 N Cloverleaf Loop Springfield, OR (541) 744-9817 view map | view website |
| Good Neighbor Care 2630 Lone Oak Dr. Eugene, OR (541) 607-5025 view map | view website |
| Grandview Rehabilitation Care 530 Birch St. Junction City, OR (541) 998-2395 view map | view website |
| Siuslaw Care Center 1951 East 21st Street Florence, OR (541) 997-8436 view map | view website |
| United Lutheran Church 2230 Washington St. Eugene, OR (541) 342-5808 view map | view website |
| Willamalane Adults 50+ Activity Center Alzheimer’s Support Group 215 W. C St. Springfield, OR See website for specific dates and times (scroll down to “Support Groups”) (541) 736-4444 view map | view website |
| Bereavement Support groups |
| First Congregational United Church of Christ 1050 E. 23rd Ave. Eugene, OR (541) 345-8741 view map | view website |
| McKenzie Willamette Cascade Health Solutions Bereavement Support Group Call for dates and times (541) 228-3083 or (541) 726-4478 view website |
| Peace Health Hospice of Sacred Heart Bereavement Services Program 1121 Fairfield Ave. Eugene, OR (541) 242-8753 view map | view website |
| Breathing Issues Support groups |
| McKenzie Willamette Sleep Solutions Center Sleep Apnea Support Group Call for dates, times & locations (541) 744-8525 view website |
| Willamalane Adults 50+ Activity Center Better Breathers Group; Chronic Lung Disease 215 W. C St. Springfield, OR See website for specific dates and times (scroll down to “Support Groups”) (541) 736-4444 iew map | view website |
| Cancer Support Groups |
| Willamette Valley Cancer Institute Cancer Support Groups See website for specific groups and their dates and times (541) 683-5001 view website |
| Caregiver Support Groups |
| Caring for the Caregiver Support Group 1162 Willamette Street Eugene, OR (541) 687-6234 view map | view website |
| Cascade Caregiver’s Support Group 996 Jefferson St. Eugene, OR (541) 726-4484 view map | view website |
| First Baptist Church of Eugene Caregivers Support Group 3550 Fox Meadow Rd Eugene, OR (541) 345-0341 view map | view website |
| First Congregational United Church of Christ 1050 E. 23rd Ave. Eugene, OR (541) 345-8741 view map | view website |
| S&DS Family Caregiver Support Program Call for times and locations (541) 682-4038 or (800) 441-4038 view website |
| Parkinson’s Support Group |
| Parkinson’s Support Group Eugene Campbell Center 155 High Street Eugene, OR (541) 747-3774 view map | view website |
| Post Stroke Support Group |
| Post Stroke Support Club 2580 Hilyard Street Eugene, OR (541) 682-5311 view map | view website |
| Vision Issues Support Group |
| Willamalane Adults 50+ Activity Center Vision Support Group 215 W. C St. Springfield, OR See website for specific dates and times (scroll down to “Support Groups”) (541) 736-4444 view map | view website |
| Online Support Groups |
| Daily Strength visit website |
| Elder Care Online visit website |
| Senior Magazine Online visit website |
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WillamalaneAdult Activity Center 215 West “C” Street Springfield, OR 97477 (541) 736-4444 LTD Bus Routes: #18, #19 visit website | view map |
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Community Recreation Center 250 South 32nd Street Springfield, OR 97478 (541) 736-4544 LTD Bus Routes: #11 visit website | view map |
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Splash! at Lively Park 6100 Thurston Road Springfield, OR 97478 (541) 747-4244 LTD Bus Routes: #11 visit website | view map |
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Willamalane Park Swim Center 1276 G. Street Springfield, OR 97477 (541) 736-4080 LTD Bus Routes: #13, #18, #19 visit website | view map |
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Cascade Adult Center Creswell Care Center Farmington Square Fox Hollow Residential Inn Gateway Living Glo’s Day Care Good Neighbor Care Lay’s Golden Pond Sheldon Park Memory SouthTowne Living Center |
WHAT IS ADULT DAY CARE? Typically, adult day care centers do not have medical regulations or requirements. Adult day services are for seniors who require some assistance and it allows caregivers more freedom; however, those seniors who require continual medical assistance or supervision may not be right for adult day care centers. In general, adult day services offer social activities, meals and snacks, help with personal care and grooming and therapeutic activities. Some centers specialize in care for clients with specific needs, such as those with dementia or disabilities. |
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• | Lane County Senior Centers Senior Centers in Eugene, Florence, Junction City, Springfield, and other outerlying areas. |
| • | Willamalane Activity Centers Find information on Events, Activities, Recreational Centers, Parks & Facilities through the Willamalane Park and Recreation District in Springfield. |
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| • | Continuing Education Classes available through Lane Community College, the University of Oregon, other college campuses & adult activity centers. |
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| • | Community Events Calendar of Events available from several Lane County community websites, including the City of Eugene, Chamber of Commerce, KVAL, and OregonLive. |
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| • | Be a Volunteer Information on how you can get involved with volunteering in Lane County. |
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| • | Social Activities Various options for finding social activities in Lane County, includes Bingo Halls in Eugene, Springfield, Cottage Grove, and Florence! |
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| • | View & Post an Event on LCSN We just put in a community events calendar of our own! You can view monthly and daily events, and add your own by filling out the contact form at the bottom of the page. Also, as we are continuing to make improvements on this page, we welcome your feedback! |
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| Senior & Disabled Services (541) 682-4038 visit website |
| Senior & Disabled Services has information available on their website regarding payment options of long term health care, including Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, veterans benefits, and other state programs. You can also click on the links below for specific information. |
| Medicaid (800) 282-8096 visit website |
| Read through an overview of long term care options that may be paid for through the Oregon state Medicaid program. |
| Medicare visit website |
| Although Medicare does not pay for long-term care, it does pay for certain care that can be provided in the home, such as skilled nursing or other home health services. Click here for Medicare glossary. |
| Veteran’s Services of Lane County 151 W Seventh Avenue, Suite 550 Eugene, Oregon 97401 (541) 682-4191 Program Supervisor: Joseph Reiley visit website | view map | email Veteran’s Services |
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Cascade Adult Center Creswell Care Center Farmington Square Fox Hollow Residential Inn Gateway Living Glo’s Day Care Good Neighbor Care Lay’s Golden Pond Sheldon Park Memory SouthTowne Living Center |
WHAT IS RESPITE CARE? For many, the challenges of caring for a loved one are part of daily life. Caregiving is a demanding, difficult job and no one is equipped to do it alone. Getting help is essential for your health, and your resilience is critical for your loved one. Respite care provides short term breaks that relieve stress, restore energy, and promote balance in your life. |












