Nevada County Now provides para-transit and senior on-demand dial-a-rides for eligible residents of Nevada County. Services are available in Grass Valley, Nevada City, Penn Valley, Lake Wildwood, and other local areas.

Services include:

• Paratransit: Door-to-door service for persons with disabilities who cannot use the fixed-route bus system due to a mental or physical disability. Eligibility requires completing an ADA application and certification.
  • Same-Day On-Demand Services: Available to eligible disabled community members and seniors 65 and older.
  • Beyond ADA Service: Limited service up to 3/4 of a mile beyond the mandated ADA service area, prioritized for medical appointments. Must be ADA certified.
• Senior On-Demand Dial-a-Ride: Available for residents aged 65 and older in Western Nevada County. Requires age verification and a completed application form. Trips are provided based on available capacity, with ADA-mandated paratransit trips taking priority.

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Pleasant Dental offers general and specialized dental care for children, adults, and seniors. Services include preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry.

Services include:

• Pediatric dental care, including cleanings, fillings, and orthodontics
• Adult and senior care, including crowns, veneers, implants, and gum reconstruction
• Clear braces and bonding services

The Professional Fiduciary Association of California provides information about professional fiduciaries.

Professional Fiduciary services may include:

• Trustee
• Guardian
• Estate Executor
• Daily Bill Paying and Money Management
• Healthcare Representation
• Agent under a Power of Attorney
• Executor for senior with no spouse or family
• Conservator for those who are mentally or physically incapacitated
  
  

Web pages

• Home - https://pfac-pro.org/

Nevada County Connects p​rovides fixed-route public transit services throughout Western Nevada County. The service offers connections to regional transit systems and is accessible through various tools and resources.

Services include:

• Fixed Route Transit Services: Operates throughout Western Nevada County.
• Regional Connections: Route 5 connects to Auburn Station for transfers to Placer County Transit, Auburn Transit, Sacramento Light Rail, and Amtrak Thruway services.
• Rider’s Guides: Available at local public libraries, Nevada City City Hall, Grass Valley City Hall, Nevada City Chamber of Commerce, and the Greater Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce.
• Trip Planning Tools:
  • Transit App: Provides real-time bus location information.
  • Google Transit Trip Planner: Available through the Google Maps app or the Nevada County Connects Trip Planner web page.
• Fares and Passes: Information available on the website. Individuals with EBT cards may qualify for bus passes through the Nevada County Department of So…

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Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) provides public transportation services for residents of Reno, Sparks, and unincorporated areas of Washoe County through various transit options.

Services include:

• RTC RIDE: Fixed-route bus service covering Reno, Sparks, and surrounding areas.
• RTC REGIONAL CONNECTOR: Transit routes connecting regional areas within Washoe County.
• RTC FlexRide: On-demand rideshare service for areas not covered by fixed routes.
• RTC ACCESS: Paratransit services for eligible individuals with disabilities.
• Vanpool Program: Carpooling services for commuters.
• Senior Ride Taxi Bucks Program: Discounted taxi services for eligible seniors.

Route Maps and Schedules: Available online, at RTC 4th Street Station, and RTC Centennial Plaza.

Web pages

• Public Transportation - https://www.rtcwashoe.com/public-transportation/
• RTC FlexRide - https://www.rtcwashoe.com/public-transportation/flexride/
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Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal provides garbage and refuse removal and curbside recycling.

For questions about senior discount eligibility for residential service call 530-583-7800. Eligibility requirements include being a full time resident at the service address and being enrolled in the CARE utility payment assistance plan through the electric utility provider.

There is no senior discount for use of the transfer station.

Websites:

• Home page - https://www.waste101.com/
• Residential Services - https://www.waste101.com/residential-services/
• “Tahoe One Big Bin” a Placer County's website which describes the method of recycling which allows trash and recycling to go in the same bin/garbage can and it is later sorted to recover recyclable materials at the Materials Recovery Facility in Truckee. - https://tahoeonebigbin.com/

The Elder Care Providers' Coalition offers meetings, support groups, workshops, and the Senior Resource Guide. Requests for the Senior Resource Guide can be made by either phone or email.

• 530-401-3632 (Volunteer's personal number)
• ecpc@eldercareproviderscoalition.org

Web pages
Home page - https://eldercareproviderscoalition.org/

Amor Senior Care provides:

• companionship
• Alzheimer's and dementia care
• housekeeping
• groceries and meals
• personal care
• veterans services
• transitional care
• respite care
• 24-hour care

Medicare does NOT pay for in-home care. Amor Senior Care takes private pay and Long-Term Care insurance. They also have many VA clients.


Web pages

• Home - https://www.amorseniorcare.com/companionship
• Companionship - https://www.amorseniorcare.com/alheimers-dementia
• Alzheimer's & Dementia Care -https://www.amorseniorcare.com/alheimers-dementia
• Housekeeping - https://www.amorseniorcare.com/housekeeping
• Groceries & Meals - https://www.amorseniorcare.com/groceries-meals-1
• Personal Care - https://www.amorseniorcare.com/personal-care
• Veteran Services - https://www.amorseniorcare.com/veteran-services
• Transitional Care - https://www.amorseniorcare.com/transitional-care
• Respite Care - https://www.amorseniorcare.com/respite-care
• 24 Hour Care - https://www.amorseniorcare.com/24-hour-care

Gold Country Senior Services (GCSS) offers activities and classes that may include Needlework Circle, Bridge, Bingo, Nutritional and Educational Workshops, Line Dance, Tai Chi, and Gentle Yoga. See current listings here.

Gold Country Senior Services also operates a Senior Center in Grass Valley. It's located at 231 Colfax Ave in Grass Valley. Senior Center Members receive half-price access to all programs and get to help choose the programs GCSS offers each month.

To become a member, you can fill out an online application here or print an application form here.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.goldcountryservices.org/
• Current Listings - https://www.goldcountryservices.org/activities-classes/
• Senior Center - https://www.goldcountryservices.org/senior-center/
• Online Application - https://www.goldcountryservices.org/become-a-member/
• Print an Application - https://www.goldcountryservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/senior-center-member-application-paper.pdf

Sierra Senior Services offers community dining at the Truckee Donner Senior Apartments at 10040 Estates Drive, Truckee, CA 96161.

Open to the public Mon-Fri from 12-12:30pm.  No advance reservation is needed. 

Visitors under the age of 60 may enjoy lunch for a contribution of $10 per meal. Voluntary contribution for seniors is $6 per meal but no senior will be turned away due to inability to contribute.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.sierraseniors.org/