Resources for Seniors

Below are links to external websites and are provided for informational purposes only. Van Alstyne Senior Center bears no responsibility for the accuracy, legality, or content of the external site or subsequent links. Contact the external site owner for answers to questions regarding its content. 

Find your Meals on Wheels within the Texoma area (Cooke, Fannin, and Grayson Counties)

Meals on Wheels Texoma

Help with pets for people who are elderly or have disabilities

Furry Friends

Help with benefits & help for caregivers

Texoma Council of Governments Aging Services offers many programs for seniors and caregivers including benefits counseling, medicare assistance, care coordination, caregiver support, and much more: Click here to find out more about TCOGs Aging Services (link goes to an external site) or call (903) 813-3505

Help with housing

Aging and Disability Resource Center has information on living independently and affordable housing resources such as Section 8. Visit the Aging and Disability Resource Center page (link goes to an external site) or call 855-937-2372

TCOG Energy Services has programs to help people with utility bills and improve the weatherization of their homes (making them more energy efficient): Visit Energy Services (link goes to an external site)

Support for people living in Long Term Care (LTC) facilities

Office of the Long Term Care Ombudsman offers support and problem-solving for people living in assisted living facilities or nursing homes. Find the LTC Ombudsman in your area. (link goes to an external site)

Financial Safety and Scam Awareness

AARP Scam and Fraud Resources (link goes to an external site)

AARP Helpline - If You Suspect a Scam call: 877-908-3360 - Toll-free service is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET.