Helpful Resources

Helpful Resources for Families Considering Senior Living at Elan Corpus Christi

Navigating senior living decisions can feel overwhelming, but the right information makes all the difference. Here are trusted resources to help families in Corpus Christi and the Coastal Bend area explore care options with confidence.

Senior Living & Care Planning Resources

Texas Health and Human Services – Aging Services
The official Texas agency for aging and disability services. Access information on assisted living licensing, elder rights, and Medicaid programs.
🔗 https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/aging

National Institute on Aging (NIA)
Federal resource with research-based guidance on caregiving, cognitive health, aging, and long-term care.
🔗 https://www.nia.nih.gov

Alzheimer’s Association – Texas Chapter (Corpus Christi Region)
Provides dementia care resources, caregiver support, and education for families in Corpus Christi and surrounding areas.
🔗 https://www.alz.org/sanantonio

Eldercare Locator
A free national service connecting families with local services such as transportation, housing, and meal programs.
🔗 https://eldercare.acl.gov

Medicare – Care Compare Tool
Compare assisted living communities, skilled nursing facilities, and home care providers by ratings and reviews.
🔗 https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/

Financial & Legal Support

ElderLife Financial Services
Through our partnership with ElderLife, families have access to bridge loans, flexible payment options, and financial strategies designed to ease the transition into senior living.
🔗 ElderLife

BenefitsCheckUp – by NCOA
Helps older adults identify benefits programs for healthcare, housing, food, utilities, and more.
🔗 https://www.benefitscheckup.org

Texas Legal Services Center – Legal Aid for Seniors
Provides seniors with legal resources and advice on guardianship, wills, elder protection, and advance directives.
🔗 https://www.tlsc.org/legal-aid-for-seniors

Veterans Aid & Attendance Benefit
A VA benefit that helps qualifying veterans and spouses pay for assisted living, memory care, and long-term care.
🔗 https://www.va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound/

Local Support & Elan Corpus Christi Community

Coastal Bend Area Agency on Aging (AAA)
Serving Nueces County and the Coastal Bend, this agency offers caregiver resources, case management, and support services for older adults.
🔗 https://coastalbendcog.org/aaa