Alameda County — East Bay
Senior Resources in Berkeley
Berkeley operates three city-run senior centers across South, West, and North Berkeley — and is home to UC Berkeley's OLLI, one of the nation's most respected lifelong learning programs for adults 50+.
Community & Senior Centers
Berkeley Senior Centers (South, West & North)
Three city-run senior centers across Berkeley offering congregate meals, Information & Assistance at the West site, fitness, classes, and social programs.
JFCS East Bay — Berkeley
Jewish Family & Community Services of the East Bay (open to all). Older adult services including Older & Out LGBTQIA+ support groups, case management, counseling, and community programming.
Hospitals & Clinics
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center — Alta Bates Campus
Sutter Health's full-service hospital in Berkeley. Emergency care, cardiac services, maternity, and senior-focused programs.
LifeLong Medical Care — Berkeley
Community health center offering primary care, behavioral health, dental, and social services to underserved populations including older adults.
Senior Care Homes
Chaparral House
Nonprofit skilled nursing facility in Berkeley with a long-standing reputation for compassionate, person-centered care.
Belmont Village Berkeley
Assisted living and memory care community offering personalized care, dining, and engaging activities.
Legal & Financial
Legal Assistance for Seniors (LAS)
Nonprofit providing free legal services to low-income seniors 60+ in Alameda County. Covers elder abuse, housing, benefits, consumer fraud, estate planning. Helpline Monday–Friday.
H.I.C.A.P. — Alameda County
Free, unbiased Medicare counseling and advocacy for Alameda County residents. Help with plan selection, billing disputes, and benefits.
Caregiving Services
Alzheimer's Services of the East Bay (ASEB)
Licensed Adult Day Health Care for those in moderate-to-late stages of dementia. Programs, caregiver support, counseling, and education. Locations in Berkeley and Hayward.
Pacific Center — Older & Out
Berkeley-based LGBTQ+ community center with free support groups for LGBTQIA+ adults over 55. Groups held at senior centers around Alameda County.
Transportation
AC Transit (Bus)
Alameda-Contra Costa Transit's regional bus system with reduced senior/disabled fares with a Clipper Card. Serves Alameda and western Contra Costa counties.
East Bay Paratransit
Door-to-door shared-ride service for Alameda and Contra Costa residents who cannot use regular AC Transit or BART. Application and certification required.
Food & Nutrition
S.O.S. Meals on Wheels
Community-based home meal delivery for seniors 60+ based in Hayward. Serves Oakland, Piedmont, Hayward, Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, San Leandro, Fremont, Newark, Union City, and more.
Alameda County Community Food Bank
Partners with local pantries, hot-meal programs, and senior centers throughout Alameda County. Call the Food Assistance Helpline to find a location near you.
Government & Veterans
Alameda County Area Agency on Aging (AAA)
Plans, funds, and coordinates services for Alameda County residents 55+ through 28+ partner organizations. Manages home-delivered meals, caregiver support, transportation coordination, and senior center programs.
Alameda County Adult Protective Services
24-hour assistance to elderly and dependent adults who are victims of abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Call for yourself or to report concerns about a vulnerable adult.
Housing & Home
Rebuilding Together Oakland/East Bay
Free home repairs and safety modifications (grab bars, ramps, stair rails) for lower-income homeowners including seniors. Also operates a Senior Injury Prevention program.
Lifelong Learning
UC Berkeley — Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
A vibrant community of learners 50+ at UC Berkeley offering non-credit courses, lectures, and social events. One of the most respected lifelong learning programs in the nation.
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