RESOURCES

Helpful Information. Meaningful Connections.

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Explore trusted resources, community information, and learning opportunities that support older adults, families, organizations, and the communities KAZ serves.

DALLAS–FORT WORTH & NORTH TEXAS

Local Resources for Older Adults & Families

Finding the right help shouldn't feel overwhelming. These trusted local organizations can help older adults, caregivers, and families connect with services and support throughout the Dallas area.

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SUPPORT & GUIDANCE

The Senior Source

Dallas-area support for older adults and caregivers, including financial guidance, Medicare counseling, technology education, caregiver support, dementia resources, and long-term-care advocacy.

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FIND SERVICES

Dallas County ADRC

A central resource for older adults and people with disabilities seeking benefits assistance, housing resources, caregiver support, options counseling, and long-term-care services.

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ACTIVITIES & SERVICES

Dallas County Older Adult Services

Programs for Dallas County residents age 60 and older, including senior centers, meals, transportation, wellness activities, benefits counseling, recreation, and community engagement.

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RESOURCE DIRECTORY

Dallas County Resource Directory

Search local resources for housing, transportation, medical care, legal assistance, mental health, emergency assistance, in-home support, and other community needs.

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Looking for something closer to home?

Available programs and eligibility may vary by city, county, age, and individual need. Contact the organization directly for the most current information.

COMMUNITY PARTNER RESOURCES

Tools for Organizations Serving North Texas.

Explore local referral networks, professional resources, aging-service information, and community support tools that can help organizations better serve older adults and their families.

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AGING SERVICES NETWORK

North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging

A regional aging-services network offering information, advocacy, referrals, caregiver support, healthy-living programs, professional resources, and services for adults age 60 and older.

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PROFESSIONALS & ADVOCATES

Aging Professionals & Advocates

Find information for organizations and professionals, including partnership opportunities, contractor information, regional aging priorities, and other resources for groups serving older adults.

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REFERRALS & SUPPORT

North Central Texas ADRC

A regional point of entry for long-term services and supports. Organizations can use the ADRC to help connect individuals and families with local programs, benefits, transportation, respite, meals, and in-home resources.

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COMMUNITY REFERRALS

2-1-1 Texas

A 24/7 information and referral service that helps organizations and community members locate health, social-service, housing, food, transportation, and other local assistance programs.

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For professionals and community organizations

Many of these agencies also provide workshops, training, referral assistance, publications, and opportunities to participate in regional aging initiatives.

COMMUNITY LEARNING

Learn, Build & Grow.

Explore educational tools, nonprofit training, grant research, and community learning resources that can help organizations strengthen their work and expand their impact.

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LOCAL NONPROFIT EDUCATION

Dallas Public Library

Dallas Public Library offers nonprofit and grants education, including training on nonprofit startup, funder research, GuideStar, Foundation Directory, and proposal writing.

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NONPROFIT TRAINING

Candid Learning

Access courses, webinars, and educational resources on fundraising, finding funders, grant proposals, nonprofit partnerships, and organizational development.

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FUNDER & NONPROFIT RESEARCH

Candid Search

Research nonprofits and potential funders by mission, location, program area, population served, and other criteria to identify aligned organizations and opportunities.

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GRANTSEEKING SKILLS

Proposal & Grant Learning

Build practical grantseeking skills through training on identifying potential funders, developing prospect lists, making strong approaches, and preparing grant proposals.

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Keep learning local.

Libraries, community organizations, and nonprofit-support groups throughout North Texas regularly offer workshops, trainings, and networking opportunities. Check each resource directly for current programs and availability.