Local Senior Resources
Senior Resources in Texas
Statewide aging services, benefits programs, and caregiver support available to older adults anywhere in Texas, in addition to the county-level resources on each town's page.
Reviewed by Valerie VanBooven, RN, BSN
Texas HHS Aging & Disability Service Navigation
Statewide Service Navigation
Connects people with aging, disability, behavioral health and long-term services and supports; routes callers to local offices.
Older adults, people with disabilities, caregivers and families.
Texas Area Agencies on Aging Directory
Local Aging Services
Find the correct AAA by county or ZIP for benefits counseling, caregiver support, nutrition, legal assistance, transportation and in-home services.
Texans age 60+ and caregivers; services vary by program and local AAA.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs)
Long-Term Services & Supports
Local options counseling and referrals for long-term services, supports, Medicaid-related programs and community resources.
Older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers.
Texas Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Long-Term Care Advocacy
Advocates for residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities; helps resolve complaints and protect resident rights.
Residents of long-term care facilities and their families or representatives.
Adult Protective Services (APS)
Elder Abuse / Safety
Investigates abuse, neglect, self-neglect and financial exploitation involving adults age 65+ or adults with qualifying disabilities living in the community.
Adults age 65+ and adults with disabilities who meet APS criteria.
Texas HHS Long-Term Care Facility Complaint Line
Facility Complaints / Safety
Takes complaints about possible abuse, neglect or other concerns in nursing facilities and licensed group homes.
Residents, families, caregivers and others reporting facility concerns.
2-1-1 Texas
Community Resource Navigation
Searches local food, housing, utility, health, transportation and other community assistance.
All Texas residents; useful for older adults and caregivers seeking local help.
AAA Benefits Counseling
Benefits / Medicare Help
Local AAA counselors help older adults understand public benefits and entitlements, including Medicare-related issues and assistance programs.
Older adults and Medicare beneficiaries; contact the local AAA for eligibility and appointment details.
AAA Family Caregiver Support
Caregiver Support / Respite
Local AAAs provide caregiver information, training, support groups, respite connections and related assistance.
Family and informal caregivers; eligibility and services vary locally.
AAA Nutrition & Meals
Meals / Nutrition
Local AAAs coordinate congregate meals, home-delivered meals and nutrition education through regional partners.
Generally older adults age 60+; local eligibility and availability apply.
AAA Transportation & In-Home Support
Transportation / Home Support
Local AAAs may connect older adults with transportation, homemaker/personal assistance and other supports that help people remain independent.
Older adults; availability and eligibility vary by region and program.
Your Texas Benefits
Medicaid / SNAP / Benefits
Online access to apply for and manage Medicaid, SNAP and other Texas benefits.
Texas residents who may qualify for state-administered benefits.
County & Town Resources in Texas
Choose a town to see senior centers, meals on wheels, parks, and other local resources near you.