Aging-in-place resources

Senior care resources in California

Find Area Agencies on Aging, free reassurance programs, Meals on Wheels, and in-home care across California. Search a ZIP, city, or county for local phone numbers and links.

Independent directory. Last verified June 12, 2026. Call ahead because services and availability change.

About this data and sources · updated June 17, 2026

Area Agencies on Aging: ACL Eldercare Locator and state aging networks
Free daily-call programs: State and local public sources
Meals on Wheels: Meals on Wheels America and state associations
Medicare home health: CMS Care Compare
Non-medical home care: State licensing registry — active, non-medical home care providers
Cities, ZIPs, and counties: SimpleMaps US ZIP database

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Available across California

State Unit on Aging

California Department of Aging

(916) 419-7500 1-800-510-2020 Visit website

Statewide reassurance

Friendship Line

Free 24/7 emotional-support line for older adults, caregivers, and adults with disabilities in California. Outbound calls are available after completing the provider's intake form.

888-670-1360 Visit website

Statewide reassurance

65 Check

Free statewide nonprofit daily automated wellness check call; if unanswered after three attempts, a designated contact or local authorities are notified.

Visit website

Medicare home health

Compare Medicare-certified agencies and ratings through Care Compare.

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