Wellness Center for Older Adults

About Wellness Center for Older Adults

Our Preventive Health Program fulfills two community needs. First, it provides services that are often not covered by Medicare or other insurance programs. Second, our services are ideal for those individuals aged 55-64 who may have lost health coverage due to loss of employment, or who may have high deductible policies and need a cost effect way to monitor chronic diseases such as diabetes or hypertension. Health Screenings such as blood pressure and blood sugar. Foot care includes trimming and filing toenails and assessing feet for ulcers, impaired circulation and making referrals as needed. Ear care includes assessing for, and removing cerumen Low cost lab work. Professional lab work with no doctors order required. Health Education; one-on-one with nurse or group setting for topics such as healthy eating, fall prevention and home safety measures. Medication Management includes instruction on usage, dosages and side effects of medications.

We also offer an extensive Caregiver Support Program that includes private counseling, support groups and educational sessions. Free to those who qualify. Call our office for more details.

Our Project Independence is a volunteer-based program that will assist Collin County seniors 60+ with transportation after an inpatient hospitalization or a serious health decline or surgical procedure. This includes follow up medical appointments or other errands through the 6-8 weeks of recovery. No cost to seniors, but they must be able to get in and out of a vehicle independently. 

Our in-office social worker can help apply for state or federal benefit programs, food supplement programs, utility assistance and other types of needs.