Older Adult Resources

If you, a family member or someone you know is in need of support or services for an older adult, resources are available:

The Philadelphia Corporation for the Aging (PCA) coordinates a broad range of services that help older Philadelphians live as independently as possible.
Contact PCA’s Help Line: 215-765-9040
Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.

ROMEO Club (Retired Old Men Eating Out)
ROMEO Clubs (Retired Old Men Eating Out) eat out, have fun, make and keep friends, and are not bound by rules – that is no causes, no specific membership restrictions except Retired “Old” Men Eating Out. It could be breakfast, lunch, dinner, once a week, or once a month, whatever works for a specific group. Some are composed of people with similar interests or similar past professions, but most reflect the great mosaic that is the retired men’s community. Some have outside folks come in and talk or educate while others simply let the conversation flow.

National Association of Area Agencies on Aging
Here you will find numerous resources related to aging and well-being at a local, state, and national level.  The National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a) is a 501(c)(3) membership association representing America’s national network of 622 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) and providing a voice in the nation’s capital for the more than 250 Title VI Native American aging programs.

Eldercare Locator
The Eldercare Locator, a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting you to services for older adults and their families.
Call: 1-800-677-1116

Elder Abuse
If you suspect an older adult is being mistreated or neglected, you can make a confidential report to Older Adults Protective Services (OAPS) at Philadelphia Corporation for Aging
Call: 215-765-9040

SAMHSA – Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has toolkits and resources for coping with mental health, suicide prevention, and substance abuse in a variety of settings.