How to apply for Senior Services (Douglas County Community Services) — Douglas
Douglas County Community Services — Senior Services
Who it's for
Douglas County Senior Services provides nutritious meals, support services, recreation, Homemaker, Senior Companion, and transportation services to residents 60 years of age or older in Douglas County. Meal sites include the Douglas County Senior Center in Gardnerville, the North County Nutrition Program, the Topaz Ranch Estates Community Center, and the Tahoe Senior Center. The suggested meal donation for seniors 60 and older is $3. For free help finding other services, call Nevada Care Connection (Access to Healthcare Network) at 877-861-1893. Call Senior Services at 775-782-5500.
Services are free or donation-based; some have their own age or income rules. Most Older Americans Act services start at age 60. Medicaid long-term care eligibility is decided by the Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Find my benefitsWhat you'll need
- None — call to get started
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-775-782-5500
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Senior Services (Douglas County Community Services) — Douglas. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need none — call to get started — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
none
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.