Resources at the Library

Fit and Fall Proof Classes: Exercises will help you increase strength, improve balance, and avoid falls. All ability levels welcome. Classes are held at the Library! at Collister and presented by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Physical Activity and Nutrition Program (PAN) in conjunction with Central District Health Department. For the current class schedule, see our online calendar.

Resources for the Visually Impaired: Don't let failing eyesight stop you from reading. Find a variety of resources available at Boise Public Library, including large print books, recorded books, movies, and music. Click here for more information.

Homebound Services:  Unable to make it into the Library? Read more about our services for homebound patrons. Click here for more information.

Talking Book Service @ Idaho Commission for Libraries - you may be eligible for this free service.  Read more about resources and eligibility requirements. Or call the Talking Book Service at (208) 334-2117 or 1-800-233-4931.
http://libraries.idaho.gov/landing/talking-book-service

Newsline: new resource for the print impaired - If you or someone you know can't read the newspaper, consider listening to it over the telephone.  Call the Idaho Commission for the Blind at 1-800-542-8688.
Idaho Commission for the Blind:  http://www.icbvi.state.id.us/

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Idaho Organizations

Better Business Bureau of SW Idaho and Eastern Oregon
The Better Business Bureau of SW Idaho & Eastern Oregon is a private, nonprofit organization promoting high ethical standards in business through self-regulation and  education.  Find information about a specific business, file a complaint, or learn about current frauds and scams.
http://www.boise.bbb.org/

Boise Senior Activity Center
Located at 690 Robbins Road, the center provides activities, programs, and services for senior citizens.
http://www.seniorsolutions.bz/boise-sr-center.htm

Idaho CareLine 2-1-1
A community information and referral service provided by Idaho's Department of Health and Welfare. Dedicated to providing a comprehensive range of low cost or free health and human services to the people of Idaho. Dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-926-2588 for assistance.
http://www.idahocareline.org/

Idaho Senior Living Council
"Helping Seniors Make the Transition to Senior Living in Idaho Easier ~ The Idaho Senior Living Council is designed to be a free source for helping Senior Citizens find the right fit to their current and long-term needs in the Treasure Valley of Idaho. We help in distinguishing ones needs and then recommending the choices available to them."  Provides a Resource Guide with links to local area organizations arranged by topic.
http://www.idslc.org/

Idaho Votes
Accessible voting information for the visually impaired, disabled and seniors.
http://www.idahovotes.gov/Access/access.htm

Senior Legal Hotline
Provided by Idaho Legal Aid Services, 310 N. 5th St., Boise, ID, mailing address P.O. Box 1683, Boise, ID 83701, Assistance is available to anyone age 60 or over. Local area seniors may call 345-0106, choose option 3.  Or outside the local area call toll free 1-866-345-0106.  Spanish speakers may call 1-866-954-2591. Read more about this service on their web page:
http://www.idaholegalaid.org/hotlines

Senior Solutions
Senior Solutions is a non-profit agency that provides services for senior citizens in the City of Boise and Ada County to help them remain living independently in their homes.  Get information about other senior centers in the area and senior resources, including programs, caregiver respite, transportation, and health-related topics.
http://seniorsolutions.bz/

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Quality of Life Resources

AARP
Nation's leading organization serving the needs and interests of people 50 and older through information, education, advocacy and community services which are provided by a network of local chapters and experienced volunteers.
http://www.aarp.org/

Administration on Aging
Find local programs and other resources.
http://www.aoa.gov/AoARoot/Index.aspx

BenefitsCheckup
This site offers a free, easy-to-use service that identifies federal and state assistance programs for older Americans. You take 10 or 15 minutes to enter information about your financial situation into an online questionnaire and it will explain what benefit programs you may be eligible for and how to apply for them.
http://www.BenefitsCheckUp.org/

Eldercare Locator
This resource provided by United States Administration on Aging provides records of organizations that provide services to the elderly. Retrieve information by state and zip code and topic.
http://www.eldercare.gov/

My Senior Care: MySeniorCare’s mission is to support families and their aging loved ones during a highly stressful time as they search for information, resources and providers of senior care. We provide families with a wide range of support and credible information: 500+ articles reviewed by industry experts serving on our advisory board, a member community featuring message boards, user and expert authored blogs and a question and answer section we call 'Ask the Experts'. Click here to visit MySeniorCare

NIH SeniorHealth
This easy-to-use website features health and wellness information for older adults from the National Institutes of Health. Use the buttons at the top of each page to make the text bigger, change text color, or hear the text read aloud.
http://nihseniorhealth.gov/

Nursing Home Compare
This tool provides detailed information about the past performance of every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country. Also includes a Guide to Choosing a Nursing Home and a Nursing Home Checklist to help you with your nursing home choice.
http://www.medicare.gov/nhcompare/home.asp

Senior Corps and RSVP
Senior Corps connects persons older than 55 interested in volunteering in the community with the people and organizations that need them most.
http://www.seniorcorps.org/about/sc/index.asp

Social Security Online
Official web site of the Social Security Administration
http://www.ssa.gov/SSA_Home.html

USA.gov - Senior Topics
A portal site from the U.S. Government. Organized by topic.
http://www.seniors.gov/

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Last Updated:12/27/2011 Author: RJ