Senior Services
what we offer
GRASP offers daily activities and programs for elderly persons to promote socialization, independence and better nutrition to live a longer, healthier and happier lifestyle. Individuals qualify for the program who are ambulatory and over age 60. Spouses and caregivers are also eligible to participate.
CONGREGATE MEALS
Hot noon meals are served daily except weekends at the GRASP Community Center in Converse. Professionally prepared meals meet one-third of the daily requirements for nutrition. All participants must register.
Safe & Secure family support
GRASP offers support, education and counseling to at-risk Seniors to prevent elder abuse and support victims. All persons over age 60 are eligible. Support for victims and caregivers is available for those who may experience elder fraud and extortion, telephone fraud, self-neglect and neglect by others, domestic violence, physical, mental and verbal abuse, hoarding, and more. Programs are offered weekly at the GRASP Community Center.
Counselors are available for group education, small group and individual counseling programs. Participants also have access to GRASP Transportation, Social Services and the Congregate Meal Program. Our hope is that all individuals can lead a healthy, happy and safe lifestyle.
transportation
GRASP offers accessible daily bus transportation services for local seniors and disabled persons or living with disabilities.
ACTIVITIES
Individuals can participate in daily activities that include low-impact exercises, guest speakers, arts, crafts, games, classes, day trips, evening dinners, dances and other activities planned by the enrolled participants.
OTHER SERVICES
GRASP provides information, referrals and seminars to families and caregivers to help meet the needs of seniors.
VOLUNTEERS
GRASP has volunteer opportunities for interested persons of all ages, interests and skills.
Just One Application To Qualify For All These Services
Program Funding by:
San Antonio & Bexar County
Area Agency on Ageing
VIA Metropolitan Transit
Guadalupe County
Meals On Wheels
Department Of Transportation
Dept. of Community Resources
Bexar County CDBG
Federal Transit Administration