Senior Health

Contra Costa County is the home for a vibrant and growing population of older Americans. Health Services provides numerous programs to address the needs of our seniors.

Healthy Outlook Column

• Find the Right Formula to Control Arthritis
• Risk of Osteoporosis is Preventable
• Osteoporosis
• Recognizing the Early Signs of Alzheimer's
• Cortisone Shots Help Painful Joints
• It's Never Too Late To Quit Smoking And Save Your Health
• Lower Your Salt Intake to Bring Down Swelling
• Exercise Can be Prescription for Combating Illness
• Devices, Calls Make Difference Between Life, Death

Health Services

Public Guardian Program
Senior Nutrition Program
Geriatric Consultation Team (for providers)

Volunteer Opportunities

Meals on Wheels Volunteer Program
Senior Peer Counselor Volunteer Program

Links

Contra Costa Aging & Adult Services (Employment & Human Services)
Meals on Wheels of Contra Costa
Network of Care: Aging

Useful Phone Numbers

Contra Costa County Senior Services
- From within Contra Costa:1-800-510-2020
- From all other locations: 925-229-8434

Alzheimer's Association 24-Hour Help Line: 1-800-272-3900