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Internet/ Technology Technical Support
Tools to maintain your connections online.
- Zoom: A platform for video and audio conferencing
- GrandPad Tablet: Tablets for Seniors
Community Tech Network (CTN)
https://www.communitytechnetwork.org/resources/
CTN offers free online training to San Francisco residents who are 60 years of age or older and in possession of a working laptop or tablet. Digital Coaching provides one-on-one tutoring delivered remotely by a trained Instructor. Tutors are available in English, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Spanish. Please fill out the linked intake application form to apply. For general questions you can email [email protected] or call 855-983-0318.
Virtual computer tutoring with AlwaysActive
www.alwaysactive.org
AlwaysActive is offering virtual drop-in online computer class for elders with all different levels of technology familiarity. Elders can also have a one on one 30 minute appointment to receive tutoring about specific devices they want to learn, ie cell phones, ipads, etc.
Please call for an appointment: Luz Villanueva at 415-550-2265
General Transportation
GoGoGrandparent
855-464-6872
http://www.gogograndparent.com
On demand transportation (Lyft or Uber) that can be accessed & monitored without a smartphone.
Can trial for free online, concierge fee $0.27/ min (not including ride)
iTNAmerica- Whistlestop (Marin)
Phone: 415-456-9062
Transportation: 415-454-1098
Whistlestop is an affiliate of iTNAmerica, based in Marin.
Offers fixed route, shuttle, same-day on-demand, and volunteer driver program transportation service; and information/ referral services
Onward Rides
510-771-7171
https://www.onwardrides.com
Door-to-door assisted rides, round trip or multi-stop, transportation to social activities
SF, Marin, Alameda, and Contra Costa County
Paratransit
415-351-7000 (General information)
415-285-6945 (Dispatch)
https://www.sfparatransit.com
SF Paratransit is a van and taxi program for people unable to independently use or access public transit because of a disability or disabling health condition. In-person intake form/ picture required
Patient needs to arrange their own transportation for the first appointment. Social worker typically completes application
Silver Ride
415-861-7433
https://www.silverride.com
Medical appointment pick-ups, door-to-door assisted rides, round trip or multi-stop, great for transportation to social activities
Taxi Dispatch Services with/without Wheelchair Access
See PDF created by SFMTA
Veyo Rides
http://www.veyo.com
Non-emergency medical appt transportation, free if covered by insurance or Medicaid/ Medicare Advantage benefits. We recommend that you reach out to your health insurance plan and ask them about your transportation benefits. They will let you know who manages their benefits, and if it is Veyo rides, they can help you schedule transportation.
Yellow Cab
415-333-3333
https://www.yellowcabsf.com
One-time use taxi vouchers available through social workers.
LGBTQ Resources
Lavender Seniors of the East Bay: LGBTQ+
510-736-5428
https://lavenderseniors.org/
4100 Redwood Rd, Suite 20A #240 Oakland, CA 94619
Lavender Seniors' mission is to improve the quality of life of older lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) residents of Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Lavender Seniors advances this mission through direct services, outreach, advocacy and education.
Openhouse
415-296-8995
https://openhouse-sf.org/
Openhouse Bob Ross
LGBT Senior Center
65 Laguna St
San Francisco, CA 94102
Openhouse enables San Francisco Bay Area LGBTQ seniors to overcome the unique challenges they face as they age by providing housing, direct services and community programs.
AARP Family Caregiving support warmline.
https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/basics/info-2018/support-line.html?intc…
Do not need to be a member. Monday-Friday 7AM-11P English - 1-877-333-5885 and Spanish - 1-888-971-2013
The Alzheimer’s Association offers a free 24/7 Helpline to help problem solve any challenges you may face after hours: 1-800-272-3900
- COVID-19 Tips for Dementia Caregivers by the Alzheimer’s Association
- AARP Practical Tips for Caregivers about COVID-19
- 5 steps for family caregivers during Covid-19 from AARP
- San Francisco Disability and Aging Services (DAS) offers expanded home care options in response to COVID-19. DAS Home care options matrix 415-355-6700
- Family Caregiver - How To video series
- U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Managing Someone Else’s Money Guide: Information on managing money or property of a loved one who is unable to pay bills or make financial decisions.
- Retire Guide made three easy-to-read guides on Medicare: one for understanding coverage, costs, eligibility, and enrollment, a second one specific to Caregivers to help them navigate the potentially complicated enrollment process, and a third one discussing benefits and discounts available to seniors to help them make the most of their retirement dollars.
Donate or Volunteer
Donate or Volunteer money, supplies or your time and energy to these organizations:
- UCSF Health needs and opportunities
- Citizen Science participate via a smartphone
- Volunteer from home and help food banks
- 9 ways to help others during the pandemic while in quarantine by the Idealist
- Letter Against Isolation (LAI) - An organization started by two teenage sisters who started writing cards and letters to their grandparents during Covid. The sisters quickly realized these letters and cards profoundly impacted their grandparents. They then created LAI for everyone to utilize in order to spread the love and end elder isolation. Volunteers can sign up to send cards/letters to any number of recipients in a care facility with different locations around the world.
- SF Government - Be an emergency volunteer
Make a plan in case you get sick, with COVID-19 or anything else
- Three Things You Can Do Now by The Conversation Project
- Proactive Planning for Covid-19 by Respecting Choices
- Help With Breathing, What Are the Options? by Respecting Choices
- Making a Medical Plan During Covid-19 by Prepare for Your Care. For Covid and everything else that matters most: food, medications, medical wishes/medical decision maker, pets, money/bills, what to bring to hospital, whom to contact.
- National Institute on Aging Advance Care Planning: Guidance for patients to complete advance care planning, decision-making, and health-related planning.
- California Advance Healthcare Directive: An easy-to-read, easy-to-understand form for people with limited reading skills and skilled readers alike.
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