Senior Resources

  1. TAF Cares is a nonprofit that provides financial support to people who are having difficulty affording their necessary medications. They sometimes have a waitlist for providing financial support depending on your diagnosis. You can find out more information and to see if they are accepting patients who have Parkinson’s Disease at this link:  https://tafcares.org/patients/
  2. Abbvie has a Patient Assistance Program which offers financial support to cover the cost of some of the medications for Parkinson’s Disease.  Here is the link to search for the medication that you are on, and then find out what qualifications you will need to meet and the process for application for support.  https://www.abbvie.com/patients/patient-assistance/program-qualification.html?utm_medium=psearch&utm_campaign=rep_2021&utm_source=bing&utm_content=pa&utm_term=learnmore&&msclkid=8efb2eba0112125b23484d2cad8a6b5c&gclid=CMWcnNud8_sCFY_8swodXgkNUA&gclsrc=ds
  3. RetireGuide® created a resource with current senior discounts across the nation. Senior benefits and discounts can help you make the most of your retirement dollars. Knowing what’s available to you can help you plan your retirement finances more effectively and efficiently. And it can ease some of the stress of transitioning to retirement. You can find this information here: https://www.retireguide.com/guides/senior-benefits-discounts/
  4. MedWish, a national organization, has a local facility  to obtain medical supplies such as wheel chairs, walkers, commodes and bath seats.   OPFNE is a registered agency and can help you obtain assistance.   To apply for items contact admin@ohparkinson.com   Include name, address, phone and email plus items you are looking for.   You will be contacted by and OPFNE  coordinator.
  5. Paying for Senior Care, Understanding your options for affordable senior living. https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/parkinsons/financial-assistance
  6. Senior Advice: Information regarding various living options for seniors. https://www.senioradvice.com/home-healthcare
  7. https://aging.com/
  8. area and online resources for funding, advocacy and organizations
  9. Nutrition resources from Dr Erin Presant   2023 Symposium
    MOY Med Diet
    Choosing Brain Healthy Options

These listings are provided as a service but do not imply an endorsement or recommendation by OPFNE

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