Crises/Problem Resoluntion/Counseling/Legal

 

Southern Caregiver Resource Center (clinical social workers on staff to provide consultation on caregiving and long term care issues)

1-800-827-1008

 

Aging and Independent Services (24 hour elder abuse hotline and senior crisis team)

1-800-510-2020

 

Adult Protective Services, Inc.(short-term case management and community outreach to frail or at-risk elderly)

619-283-5731

 

Nursing Home Ombudsman (advocacy for residents of long-term care facilities and their families)

858-560-2507

 

Public Conservator's Office (LPS Conservator)

619-692-5664

 

Public Guardian (probate conservator info)

858-694-3500

 

Elder Law and Advocacy (legal referrals and consultation)

858-565-1392

 

The Well Spouse Association: A national non-profit organization that gives emotional support to families of the chronically ill. Support groups and newsletter.

1-800-838-0879