RESOURCES for SENIORS and CAREGIVERS
Caring for Those in Need
SAN DIEGO RESOURCES FOR SENIORS AND CAREGIVERS
2-1-1 SAN DIEGO
As a local non-profit operating 24 hours a day, 365 days each year, 2-1-1 San Diego is the region’s trusted source for access to community, health, social and disaster services. By simply dialing 2-1-1 the call is free, confidential and available in more than 200 languages. 2-1-1 provides access to 6,000 services, resources and programs through our online database. Types of assistance include utilities help, transportation, housing, medical referrals...
Location: No office location
Phone: 2-1-1
Website: https://211sandiego.org/
SERVING SENIORS
The Gary and Mary West Senior Wellness Center offers breakfast and lunch meals (seven days a week), health clinic, social events, exercise and educational classes, Cyber Cafe with computer assistance. Take a look at the online monthly calendar for all events and classes.
Also has a list of centers in the county that serve free daily meals to seniors and contact info for home delivery of free meals to homebound seniors.
Location: 1525 Fourth Ave at the corner of Beech Street, two blocks south of First Presbyterian Church of San Diego.
Phone: (619) 235-6572
GRIEF SHARE
GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. This site has resources and a place to find a class meeting at a location near you.
Location: Various locations
Phone: 800-395-5755
Website: www.griefshare.org
SOUTHERN CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER
Southern Caregiver Resource Center (SCRC) offers services to family caregivers of adults with chronic and disabling conditions or diseases. With a team of highly-qualified, professional staff, SCRC supports families through a full range of programs and services.
Location: 3675 Ruffin Rd, Suite #230
San Diego, CA 92123
Phone: (858) 268-4432
ITS UP TO US
The It’s Up to Us campaign is designed to empower San Diegans to talk openly about mental illness, recognize symptoms, utilize local resources, and seek help. In a crisis situation, call 888-724-7240 to talk with an experienced counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Location: No office location
Crisis Line: (888) 724-7240
ELDER CARE DIRECTORY
A comprehensive guide to independent living and long-term care for all of San Diego county and Temecula. Published by the San Diego Union-Tribune and updated yearly, it is available for free at all libraries. It has a helpful glossary of elder care housing terms. Covers a wide range of needs from housing, medical, mental health, legal, end of life issues, and more.
Location: 600 B St #1201, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 293-1680
CARING.COM
Founded in 2007 by caregivers for caregivers, Caring.com helps those caring for seniors make better decisions, while saving time and money. Caring.com has helped millions of families nationwide select the right senior care products and services for their loved ones. In addition, Caring.com helps caregivers feel less alone and less stressed while navigating the many difficult senior care decisions. Many of our employees have had personal experience with caregiving and are passionate about making this mission a reality. Helen Williams Community Outreach and Senior Advocate
Location: 600 B St #1201, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (800) 357-3893
Website: www.caring.com
RIDESHARE RESOURCES
FLYWHEEL
Cell phone application that allows users to hail the closest taxi.
LYFT
Ride-sharing cell phone application allows users to request rides. Offers several ride options, including a lower-cost carpool service. Payment is by credit card and no money changes hands.
GoGoGrandparent
(310) 400-5082
This is an Uber service for those who don’t have smartphones. Clients call and the service orders a ride from Uber. Can also deliver meals or household items to the home. Offers a Control Panel for families to request services for older adults and receive texts that will provide by-the-minute updates. Pricing depends on distance. No service charge in addition to usual Uber pricing. Fare estimate offered online. Payment is by credit card and no money changes hands.
UBER
Ride-sharing cell phone application allows users to request rides. Offers several ride options, including a lower-cost carpool service. Payment is by credit card and no money changes hands.
RideWith24
Ridewith24.com (949) 607-8115
Uber ride ordering to go anywhere. Includes uberASSIST, in which drivers assist clients door-to-door rather than curb-to-curb as a traditional taxicab. Rides cost usual fare plus $6.99 service fee. Rides can also be requested through the website.
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS
MTS SENIOR BUS PASS
Website: https://www.sdmts.com/fares-passes
(ages 60+)
$18 per month
$2 initial fee for compass card
Available only at:
Transit Store
1255 Imperial Ave, Ste 100A,
San Diego, CA, 92101
CARE4U MOBILITY
(858) 564-9069
Rates vary, all of San Diego County
Errands and appointments for seniors; wheelchair access vehicles available.
FACT
(888) 924-3228
Rates vary from $2.50-$10
For ages 60+. All of SD County, including Ramona and Spring Valley
SENIOR RIDE FINDER/
TRAVELER'S AID OF SAN DIEGO
(619) 295-8393
JOAN'S JOURNEY SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
(858) 273-7273
$25 flat rate
Central SD/beach areas,
handicap accessible
NORTH COUNTY TRANSIT DISTRICT (LIFT PROGRAM)
(760) 966-6500
ADA certified riders only
OUT AND ABOUT VISTA TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
(760) 643-5284
Application required
Vista residents only, ages 60+
MTS ACCESS
Website: https://www.sdmts.com/rider-info-accessibility/mts-access
(Application Required)
$3.50 East County, South Bay, Poway. $4.50 all other areas
Doctor signature required for riders who cannot access regular bus or trolley.
RIDES & SMILES (ON THE GO)
(858) 637-7310
Enrollment fee
Appointments and personal activities for 60+
Eastern SD, Northern SD and North County Inland
SENIORS-A-GO-GO
(619) 284-9281
Application required
Donation based
For ages 60+ for appointments and errands
in Mid-Central SD, Peninsula/Beaches, East County
RIDES4NEIGHBORS
(619) 667-1321
Ages 60+/disabled, application required
La Mesa and East County
PENINSULA SHEPHERD SENIOR CENTER
(619) 223-1640
$60 annual fee, $5 per ride, application required
Pt. Loma, O.B., Midway/Sports Arena only, also a senior center with activities
NO VACANCY TRANSPORT
(760) 471-5346
$50 round trip + $3.50/mile
North County, for wheelchairs
RENEWING LIFE TRANSPORTATION RESOURCE
(619) 517-3239
For individuals in Domestic Violence shelters only
National City, Eastlake, Coronado,
La Mesa, Spring Valley, Lemon Grove, South Bay
DRIVER TRAINING
TREDS: Training, Research, and Education for Driving Safety
Website: http://treds.ucsd.edu/
(858) 534-9330
email: treds@ucsd.edu
RESOURCES FOR SAFE DRIVING
For information on driver education, self-assessment tools, driver evaluation programs, car safety, and adaptive equipment for vehicles as well as additional resources regarding transportation options without a car, CLICK HERE.
CALIFORNIA REFERRAL GUIDE FOR AGING ROAD DRIVERS
For resources regarding the transition for yourself or a loved one from driving to relying on other transportation, CLICK HERE. This includes self assessment as well as information for family members/caregivers about recommending a DMV assessment and how to have conversations about the transition. Included is DMV form DS699, to request re-evaluation of a person's ability to drive safely.