Retirement Living In Galveston county - Texas

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Galveston County is a county in state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 291,309. League City is the largest city in Galveston County in terms of population; between 2000 and 2005 it surpassed Galveston as the county's largest city. The county was founded in 1838.

Economy: Port activities dominate economy; insurance and finance center, petrochemical plants, varied manufacturing, tourism, medical education, oceanographic research, ship building, commercial fishing.

GALVESTON (49,979) county seat; tourist center, shipyard, other industries, insurance, port container facility; University of Texas Medical Branch; National Maritime Research Center; Texas A&M University at Galveston; Galveston College; hospitals.

League City (102,745, part [1,562] in Harris County) residential community, commuters to Houston, hospital.

Texas City (49,711) anchored by the industrial sector with one of the largest ports in the country and a thriving petro-chemical industry, the region is a gateway to worldwide trade and major hub for world energy supplies. Refining, petrochemical plants, port, rail shipping; junior college; hospital, library; Texas City dike (the longest man made fishing pier)-fishing, boating, sailing, beach area; bird sanctuary. Earned title of All-American City in 1997. 890 acres of parks with 40 park locations throughout the city. Active and close knit community.

La Marque (16, 457) A quiet community with an eye to the future, La Marque is the geographic center of Galveston County. The city offers a family and business friendly atmosphere and is ideally located on Interstate 45 just minutes from Houston and Galveston. Citizens enjoy easy coastal living, access to more than 300 acres of city parks, abundant housing and more.

Bolivar Peninsula (2,743) includes: Port Bolivar (700) lighthouse, free ferry; Crystal Beach (800) seafood industry, sport fishing, tourism, Fort Travis Seashore Park, shorebird sanctuary, Crab Festival in May; Gilchrist (400), and High Island (300).

Other towns include: Bacliff (10,025); Bayou Vista (1,552); Clear Lake Shores (1,195).

Also, Dickinson (20,217) manufacturing, commuters, strawberry festival in May; Friendswood (39,219, part [10,295] in Harris County); Hitchcock (7,884) residential community, tourism, fishing and shrimping, Good Ole Days in August, WWII blimp base, museum.

Also, Jamaica Beach (1,081); Kemah (1,984) tourism, boating, commuters, museum, Blessing of Fleet in August; La Marque (16,806) refining, greyhound racing, farming, hospital, library, Gulf Coast Grill-off in October; San Leon (5,488); Santa Fe (13,203); Tiki Island (1,053).

Includes Cities/Towns: Bacliff, Dickinson, Friendswood, Galveston, Gilchrist, High Island, Hitchcock, Kemah, La Marque, League City, Port Bolivar, Santa Fe, Texas City.

Region Characteristics

Urban / City	Rural	Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community	College Town	Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town	Coastal community

Demographics

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Religion

Political Party

Age

Senior Housing Options

Adult communities	Gated communities	Rental units
Affordable Housing	Group homes	Residential care facility
Apartments	Houses	RV Parks
Assisted Living	Nursing homes	State veteran home
Condos	Over 50 Communities

The city features an array of lodging options, including hotels such as the historic Hotel Galvez and Tremont House, vintage bed and breakfast inns, beachfront condominiums, and resort rentals.

Senior Assistance in Galveston county, TX

Galveston county, Texas offers the following assistance for seniors:

Elder-care facilities	Meals on Wheels	Van services for seniors
Home care	Senior center	Visiting nurses

The Galveston County Senior Citizens Program (GCSCP) was established in 1976 to serve the needs of senior adults who are 60 years of age and older. The focus of the program is to enable individuals to continue being an integral part of their community, while keeping their dignity and sense of well being.

The goal of GCSCP is to enrich the lives of senior adults in Galveston County.

RECREATION Cards, bingo, needlework, quilting, pool, walking, exercise, and singing are just some of the activities provided for Senior Center members. Picnics, fishing, gardening, and other planned activities keep senior adults busy. Seminars are scheduled to give information on topics which are important to today’s senior adult. For the senior adult who is concerned about their health, medical screenings are regularly scheduled to assist in monitoring key health indicators.

MEAL SERVICES Well-balanced, nutritious lunches are prepared at a central kitchen. Menus are planned by a certified nutritionist to insure all meals meet one third of the nutritional requirements and are both appealing and attractive to senior adults. Additionally, educational programs on proper nutrition are provided on a regular basis.

Two meal programs available to senior adults in Galveston County are:

CONGREGATE MEALS Congregate meals are furnished at Senior Centers throughout the county. Congregate meals offer an opportunity for seniors to share a meal and fellowship with others. A dollar or $2.00 per day is suggested as a voluntary contribution for lunch. Meal tickets are available for 20 meals at $20.00

MEALS ON WHEELS The Meals on Wheels program provides not and frozen meals to homebound seniors and their spouses five days a week. The meals are available to senior adults who have a long term disability or who have recently been discharged from the hospital. A dollar of $2.00 per meal is suggested. Many volunteers are needed for this program to serve as a friendly contact to those who are home bound. These volunteers also visit the home bound for reassurance ant to provide services.

HOMEMAKING Homemaking is a service provided to homebound seniors who are unable to complete basic housekeeping chores due to illness or disability. Carefully screened and trained homemakers assist the senior adult in caring for their home. Light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other related chores are a part of the homemaking service. Assessments are complete on each individual to determine which housekeeping chores are needed. Reassessments are completed every 6 months to provide on-going care as needed. Financial contributions are requested for this service.

TRANSPORTATION Van service is provided for seniors who want to go to one of the Senior Centers for activities and lunch as well as to see a physician, or buy groceries. The vans are in service five days a week in selected locations. Seniors must call a day ahead to schedule a ride on a van. Contributions are requested for this service.

TELEPHONE REASSURANCE Telephone reassurance is offered to isolated or homebound senior adults. Volunteers make calls to seniors who need to hear a friendly voice and know someone cares. When necessary, volunteers remind the senior to take their medicine. These calls are made once per day and are usually limited to five or ten minutes.

LEGAL SERVICES/BENEFITS COUNSELING Legal Services offered through GCSCP are designed to help the senior adult who is in need of legal assistance. This program is a cooperative effort with the Galveston County Bar Association. Execution of simple wills, guardianships, tenant rights, benefits counseling, the Unnatural Death Act Directive, consumer rights, contract negotiations and benefits counseling are some of the areas in which seniors can request assistance. The GCSCP screens requests and, with volunteers from the Bar Association, matches attorneys whose specialties match the needs of the senior.

INFORMATION AND REFERRAL GCSCP, through its information and referral service, is equipped to inform senior adults and their family members about various agencies, support groups, medical facilities and many other community resources. Much of this vital information is only a phone call away by contacting any of the Senior Centers.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteer opportunities are available to anyone who can share some time, talent, and skills on a daily or weekly basis. Volunteers are needed in all of the programs throughout the County. The continuing goal is to recruit volunteers to help in the following area: classed at the centers in program and recreation areas; delivering meals on wheels; spending time with a shut-in to relieve family members from the stress of constant caregiving; small home repairs; grocery shopping and other related errands.

FEES FOR SERVICES The GCSCP offers its services to all senior adults on a contribution basis. All participants are encouraged to contribute to every program. These donations allow GCSCP to continue offering and expanding needed programs.

SOURCES OF FUNDING The GCSCP relies on a wide variety of support from both the public and private sector. These include, among others:

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Galveston county Offer For Retirees?

The Texas City-La Marque Chamber has their Golden Division which is for people who are retired or over 50 that still want to be involved in the community events and activities.

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