Senior Resources

Senior Communities

• Assisted Living
• Independent Living
• Nursing Homes

Health & Wellness

Health Information

• Seniors’ Health – MedlinePlus
• NIH Senior Health
• Medicare Counseling in PA
• Medicare Rights

Medications

• Information on Drugs and Supplements
• Physician’s Desk Reference
• PACE & PACENET Prescription Programs

Mental Health

• National Institute of Mental Health – Seniors

Nutrition & Fitness

• Nutrition for Seniors
• American Dietetic Association
• Exercise and Fitness Resources
• General Nutrition Information

Caregiver Support

• PA CareKit – Tips and resources for family caregivers.
• Family Caregiver Alliance

Transportation for Seniors

• Monroe County Transit Authority (MCTA) – Pocono Pony
  • Senior Shared Ride Programs – Medical, pharmacy, and local trips for 65+. Reservation required.
  • Fixed Route Service – Free rides with a Senior Transit Pass for 65+.
  • Senior Transportation Options

Doctors & Hospitals

• AMA Doctor Finder
• Board-Certified Specialists
• PA Department of State – Licensing
• PA Hospital Directory
• Lehigh Valley Health Network
• St. Luke’s Monroe Campus
• PA Insurance Department

Government & Community Help

• AARP
• Benefits Check Up
• Eldercare Locator
• Meals on Wheels
• National Council on Aging
• PA Department of Aging
• Monroe County Area Agency on Aging
• Social Security Office

Taxes

• Federal Taxes
• PA State Taxes
• NJ Taxes
• NY Taxes
• PA Tax Forms
• Local Taxes – Berkheimer

Driver Services

• PA DMV Online Services
• NJ MVC
• NY DMV

Legal Help

• PA Legal Services
• NJ Legal Services
• NY Legal Services

Volunteer Opportunities

• AmeriCorps RSVP Program – Volunteer for seniors 55+ to stay active in the community.
• Volunteer Monroe – Find local volunteer opportunities suitable for seniors.