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Low-Income & Fixed-Income
Senior Resources in
San Diego County
Free and low-cost programs, benefits, and community support for older adults and failies with limited financial resources.
Finding affordable help for an older adult can feel overwhelming, especially when care needs are urgent and finances are limited. This guide connects San Diego County seniors, caregivers, and families with local programs that may help with Medi-Cal, health care, meals, transportation, housing, caregiver support and care at home.
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No-Cost &
Low-Cost Help
Local San Diego
County Resources
Public Benefits &
Eligibility Guidance
Support for Seniors
& Family Caregivers
LOCAL RESOURCES IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY Click any category below to view programs, contact information, and how to apply.
Call Aging & Independent Services (AIS)
800-339-4661
Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
Dial 2-1-1 San Diego
Get connected to local resources 24/7
Report Elder Abuse or Neglect
800-339-4661
If someone is in danger, call 911
Health Care & Medi-Cal Assistance
These programs can help seniors understand and apply for Medi-Cal, manage health insurance, and connect with health care services that may be available at no cost or low cost.
BEST FIRST CALL: Aging & Independence Services (AIS)
AIS can help you understand available programs and connect you with the right resources
800-339-4661 Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
Resources in this Category
Aging & Independence Services (AIS)
Information, referrals, and assistance with Medi-Cal, health care, and other county programs
800-339-4661
BenefitsCal
866-262-9881
HICAP - Medicare Counseling
858-565-8772
The Light for Seniors
858-751-0752
Not sure where to start? Call AIS at 800-339-4661 or dial 2-1-1 to speak with a community resources specialists.
What to Ask When You Call
✓ Do I qualify for Medi–Cal or other health coverage?
✓ What documents do I need to apply?
✓ Are there local offices or help with the application?
✓ What services are covered?
✓ How ling will approval take?
✓ What should I do if I am denied?
Meal Programs & Nutrition Services
Many older adults on a fixed income need help accessing regular, nutritious meals. San Diego County has no-cost and low-cost meal programs that may help with senior dining, home-delivered meals, grocery support, CalFresh food benefits, and nutrition assistance.
These resources may be a good fit if an older adult has trouble cooking, shopping, getting to the grocery store, paying for food, or maintaining a healthy diet at home
BEST FIRST CALL: Aging & Independence Services (AIS)
Aging & Independence Services can help older adults, caregivers, and families find senior meal programs, home-delivered meal options, senior dining locations, and other nutrition resources in San Diego County.
800-339-4661 Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
Resources in this Category
Serving Seniors
Best for: No-cost senior meals, dining sites, nutrition support, and services for low-income or unhoused older adults.
Serving Seniors provides meal programs and nutrition services for older adults throughout San Diego County. This may be a helpful starting point for seniors who need regular meals, social connection, or additional support services.
619-235-6572
County of San Diego Meals & Senior Dining
Best for: Finding county-supported senior dining and home-delivered meal options.
San Diego County provides information about senior dining centers and home-delivered meal programs for eligible older adults. Some senior dining programs may also offer transportation to and from meal sites.
800-339-4661
Jewish Family Service Foodmobile
Best for: Home-delivered meals for eligible homebound older adults.
Jewish Family Service Foodmobile provides home-delivered meals for adults age 60 and older. This may be helpful when an older adult has difficulty shopping, cooking, driving, or safely preparing meals at home.
858-637-3210
CalFresh Restaurant Meals Program
Best for: Eligible seniors, people with disabilities, and people experiencing homelessness who may need prepared meals.
The Restaurant Meals Program may allow eligible CalFresh participants to use benefits at approved participating restaurants. This can be useful for older adults who cannot safely store food, cook regularly, or prepare meals at home.
Not sure where to start? Call AIS at 800-339-4661 or dial 2-1-1 to ask about senior meal programs, home-delivered meals, grocery benefits, and food assistance near you.
What to Ask When You Call
✓ Do I qualify by age, income, disability, or ZIP code?
✓ Are meals free, low-cost, or donation-based?
✓ Are there senior dining locations near me?
✓ Is transportation available to meal sites?
✓ Do I qualify for home-delivered meals?
✓ How long does it take to start receiving meals?
✓ Are special diets available, such as low-sodium, vegetarian, diabetic-friendly, kosher, or medically supportive meals?
✓ Can CalFresh be used for prepared meals through the Restaurant Meals Program?
✓ What documents do I need to apply?
Disclaimer: Meal availability, eligibility, delivery areas, and program funding can change. Contact each organization directly to confirm current services before making plans.
Transportation Assistance
Reliable transportation can make a major difference for older adults on a fixed income. Seniors may need help getting to medical appointments, grocery stores, meal sites, pharmacies, senior centers, social programs, or benefits offices.
These resources may help older adults and families find low-cost rides, curb-to-curb transportation, paratransit services, reduced transit fares, PACE transportation, and local transportation referrals in San Diego County.
BEST FIRST CALL: FACT / RideFACT
FACT operates RideFACT, an affordable curb-to-curb transportation service for seniors and people with disabilities in San Diego County. This may be a good starting point when an older adult needs help getting to medical appointments, grocery trips, errands, or other essential destinations.
888-924-3228 Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
Service note: Rides are based on availability and should be scheduled in advance. Confirm current fares, service area, and eligibility when calling.
Service note: Rides are based on availability and should be scheduled in advance. Confirm current fares, service area, and eligibility when calling.
Resources in this Category
FACT / RideFACT
Best for:
Affordable curb-to-curb transportation for seniors and people with disabilities.
RideFACT can help older adults and people with disabilities access transportation throughout San Diego County. This may be useful when regular public transit, rideshare, or driving is not practical.
888-924-3228
AIS Transportation Resources
Best for:
County transportation referrals and mobility resources for older adults.
Aging & Independence Services provides transportation information and referrals for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers. This is a good option when someone is not sure which transportation program fits their location, mobility needs, or income situation.
800-339-4661
2-1-1 San Diego Transportation Resources
Best for:
Finding transportation help based on ZIP code, eligibility, and type of trip.
2-1-1 San Diego can connect older adults and families with transportation resources such as discount transit passes, senior center transportation, paratransit programs, ride-sharing programs, escort programs, and other community services.
Dial 2-1-1
Jewish Family Service On the Go
Best for:
Older adults who need rides for appointments, errands, shopping, or social connection in eligible service areas.
Jewish Family Service’s On the Go program offers transportation solutions for older adults, including ride programs that may support independence, connection, and access to essential destinations. Eligibility and service areas may vary by program.
858-637-7320
Not sure which transportation option is right? Call FACT at 888-924-3228 for RideFACT, call Aging & Independence Services at 800-339-4661 for county transportation referrals, or dial 2-1-1 to search for transportation resources by location and need.
What to Ask When You Call
✓ Do I qualify by age, income, disability, or ZIP code?
✓ Is this service for medical appointments only, or can I use it for groceries, errands, senior centers, and social visits?
✓ Is the service curb-to-curb, door-to-door, or fixed-route public transit?
✓ Can the driver help someone who uses a walker, cane, wheelchair, or oxygen?
✓ Do I need ADA paratransit certification?
✓ How far in advance do I need to schedule a ride?
✓ What are the current fares or suggested donations?
✓ Can a caregiver or companion ride with me?
✓ Are rides available evenings, weekends, or holidays?
✓ What happens if an appointment runs late?
✓ Are return rides scheduled separately?
✓ Is there a limit on the number of rides per month?
Disclaimer: Transportation programs can vary by service area, eligibility, trip purpose, advance scheduling requirements, and availability. Contact each organization directly before making medical appointments or other time-sensitive plans.
Housing & Financial Assistance
Housing costs can be one of the biggest challenges for older adults on a fixed income. Seniors and families may need help finding affordable housing, staying housed, avoiding eviction, paying utility bills, applying for public benefits, or understanding where to turn during a housing crisis.
These resources may help older adults and caregivers find housing referrals, affordable senior housing information, rent assistance programs, utility assistance, public benefits, legal support, and nonprofit services in San Diego County.
BEST FIRST CALL: 2-1-1 San Diego
2-1-1 San Diego can help older adults and families search for housing, homelessness, financial assistance, utility assistance, public benefits, and other local resources based on need and location.
Dial 2-1-1 24/7 Availability
Service note: Rides are based on availability and should be scheduled in advance. Confirm current fares, service area, and eligibility when calling.
Service note: Ask for older adult housing resources, senior rental assistance, public benefits screening, utility assistance, or emergency housing referrals.
Resources in this Category
2-1-1 San Diego Housing & Homelessness
Best for:
Housing referrals, homelessness resources, affordable housing information, senior housing resources, and help finding local programs by ZIP code.
2-1-1 San Diego can connect older adults and families with housing-related resources, including transitional housing, affordable housing, fair housing information, and housing support for seniors and people with disabilities.
Dial 2-1-1
Aging & Independence Services
Best for:
Older adults and caregivers who need county referrals, housing-related support options, or help figuring out where to start.
Aging & Independence Services can help seniors, people with disabilities, caregivers, and families connect with local programs, information, and referrals. This is a good option when housing is only one part of a larger care, safety, benefits, or support need.
800-339-4661
San Diego Housing Commission
Best for:
Affordable housing, rental assistance, housing opportunities, homelessness programs, and Section 8 information in the City of San Diego.
The San Diego Housing Commission provides housing opportunities and assistance programs for low-income individuals and families in the City of San Diego. This may be a helpful starting point for seniors who live in the city or are looking for city-based affordable housing and rental assistance options.
Serving Seniors Housing Program
Best for:
Low-income or unhoused older adults who need housing-related support, case management, emergency shelter, or affordable senior housing resources.
Serving Seniors provides housing-related support for older adults, including emergency shelter support, case management, and affordable senior housing programs connected to its broader senior services.
619-235-6572
Not sure where to start? Dial 2-1-1 for housing, financial assistance, utility support, and public benefits referrals. If the older adult also needs care support, safety guidance, or senior-specific referrals, call Aging & Independence Services at 800-339-4661.
What to Ask When You Call
✓ Do I qualify by age, income, disability, ZIP code, or housing status?
✓ Is this program for emergency housing, affordable housing, rent help, or long-term housing?
✓ Is the service curb-to-curb, door-to-door, or fixed-route public transit?
✓ Is there a waitlist?
✓ How do I apply, and can someone help me complete the application?
✓ What documents do I need, such as ID, income proof, rent amount, lease, utility bill, or eviction notice?
✓ Is the program available if I live outside the City of San Diego?
✓ Are there senior-specific housing programs?
✓ Are there programs for people at risk of homelessness?
✓ Can I receive help if I am already behind on rent or utilities?
✓ Can someone help me apply for public benefits?
✓ Are there utility discounts or emergency energy-bill programs?
✓ Who should I call if I received an eviction notice?
✓ Are there legal clinics or tenant-rights resources available?
✓ How often should I check back if there is a waitlist?
Disclaimer: Affordable housing, rental assistance, utility assistance, and financial support programs often have eligibility rules, service-area limits, waitlists, and changing funding availability. Contact each organization directly before making decisions or assuming assistance is available.
Caregiver Support & Respite
Caring for an older adult can be physically, emotionally, and financially overwhelming, especially when a family is managing care on a fixed income or limited budget. Caregivers may need help understanding care options, finding support groups, arranging respite, managing dementia-related behaviors, coordinating services, or simply getting a break.
These resources may help family caregivers find education, emotional support, respite care, dementia guidance, care navigation, support groups, and local referrals in San Diego County.
BEST FIRST CALL: AIS Family Caregiver Support Program
Aging & Independence Services can help family caregivers connect with caregiver support services, education, referrals, and respite-related resources. This is a good first step when a caregiver is not sure what help is available or needs support caring for an older adult at home.
800-339-4661
Service note: Rides are based on availability and should be scheduled in advance. Confirm current fares, service area, and eligibility when calling.
Service note: Ask for the Family Caregiver Support Program or caregiver respite resources.
Resources in this Category
AIS Family Caregiver Support Program
Best for:
Family caregivers who need education, support, referrals, respite guidance, and help understanding available caregiver services.
The Family Caregiver Support Program helps caregivers connect with home and community-based support services. This may be especially helpful when caregiving has become stressful, long-term, or difficult to manage alone.
800-339-4661
Southern Caregiver Resource Center
Best for:
Family caregivers caring for adults with chronic or disabling conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders.
Southern Caregiver Resource Center provides caregiver support services, education, care planning, counseling, support groups, and resource navigation for family caregivers. This is one of the strongest local resources for caregivers who need structured guidance and emotional support.
858-268-4432
Alzheimer’s San Diego
Best for:
Families caring for someone with memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or cognitive decline.
Alzheimer’s San Diego provides local support, education, dementia guidance, support groups, social activities, and caregiver resources for families affected by memory loss.
858-492-4400
California Department of Aging Family Caregiver Services
Best for:
Understanding statewide caregiver services, eligibility categories, respite support, and caregiver training.
California’s Family Caregiver Services program provides information about caregiver support, respite care, caregiver training, and services for family members or informal caregivers.
Not sure where to start? Call Aging & Independence Services at 800-339-4661 and ask for the Family Caregiver Support Program. If the caregiver is caring for someone with dementia, also contact Southern Caregiver Resource Center at 858-268-4432 or Alzheimer’s San Diego at 858-492-4400.
What to Ask When You Call
✓ Do I qualify as a family caregiver under this program?
✓ Does the older adult need to meet age, income, diagnosis, disability, or residency requirements?
✓ Are services free, low-cost, donation-based, or dependent on available funding?
✓ Is respite care available?
✓ Is respite provided in the home, at an adult day program, or in another setting?
✓ How many respite hours or days may be available?
✓ Is there a waitlist for respite services?✓ Can respite help if the person has dementia, wandering, sundowning, or behavioral symptoms?
✓ Are caregiver support groups available online or in person?
✓ Are there classes for dementia care, bathing, transfers, medication management, or safety?
✓ Can someone help create a care plan?
✓ Are counseling or emotional support services available for caregivers?
✓ Can a caregiver get help while also working or caring for children?
✓ What documents or medical information should I have ready?
✓ Who should I call if the caregiving situation has become unsafe or urgent?
Disclaimer: Caregiver and respite services may vary based on funding, eligibility, diagnosis, caregiver relationship, service area, and availability. Contact each organization directly to confirm current programs before relying on respite care or making care plans.
Care at Home & In-Home Support
Many older adults want to remain at home but need help with daily tasks, personal care, meals, transportation, paperwork, safety, or care coordination. For seniors on a fixed income, the best first step is often a public or nonprofit program that can help determine eligibility and connect the family with in-home support resources.
These resources may help older adults and families explore IHSS, care management, PACE programs, volunteer support, aging care services, home-based referrals, and other services that may help someone remain safely at home.
BEST FIRST CALL: Aging & Independence Services / IHSS
Aging & Independence Services can help family caregivers connect with caregiver support services, education, referrals, and respite-related resources. This is a good first step when a caregiver is not sure what help is available or needs support caring for an older adult at home.
800-339-4661
Service note: Rides are based on availability and should be scheduled in advance. Confirm current fares, service area, and eligibility when calling.
Service note: Ask about “Help with Living at Home,” IHSS, or in-home support resources for older adults.
Resources in this Category
In-Home Supportive Services, IHSS
Best for:
Eligible older adults and people with disabilities who need help at home with personal care or daily activities.
IHSS may help eligible individuals receive in-home assistance with tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, housecleaning, shopping, laundry, and meal preparation. This can be an important resource for seniors who need practical support to remain safely at home.
800-339-4661
San Diego IHSS Public Authority
Best for:
IHSS recipients who need help understanding providers, caregiver registry resources, or the IHSS provider system.
The San Diego IHSS Public Authority supports the IHSS provider and recipient system. This may be helpful after someone is approved for IHSS or needs information about finding an IHSS provider.
Multipurpose Senior Services Program, MSSP
Best for:
Medi-Cal eligible seniors who are at risk of needing facility-based care and may benefit from care management.
The Multipurpose Senior Services Program provides care management and coordination to help eligible older adults remain in their homes and communities when possible. MSSP may help connect participants with services, support planning, and community resources.
800-339-4661
ElderHelp of San Diego
Best for:
Seniors who want to remain independent at home and may need personalized services, volunteer support, or practical help.
ElderHelp provides personalized services and information to help seniors live independently and with dignity in their own homes. This may be useful when an older adult needs support with everyday challenges, community connections, or non-medical assistance.
619-284-9281
Not sure where to start? Call Aging & Independence Services at 800-339-4661 and ask about IHSS or help living at home. If the older adult has Medi-Cal and significant care needs, also ask whether MSSP or PACE may be appropriate.
What to Ask When You Call
✓ Do I qualify by age, income, disability, Medi-Cal status, or ZIP code?
✓ Is IHSS available for this situation?
✓ What kind of help can IHSS provide?
✓ Can help include bathing, dressing, grooming, meals, shopping, laundry, or housecleaning?
✓ How do I apply for IHSS?
✓ Does someone need to come to the home for an assessment?
✓ What documents do I need for the application?
✓ How long does approval usually take?
✓ Can a family member become the paid IHSS provider?
✓ How do I find an IHSS provider if no family member is available?
✓ Is there a waitlist for care management, home support, or volunteer help?
✓ Does the older adult qualify for MSSP or PACE?
✓ Can a caregiver get help while also working or caring for children?
✓ Are there home safety, fall prevention, or assistive technology resources available?
✓ Can someone help coordinate multiple services?
✓ What should I do if the older adult is no longer safe at home?
Disclaimer: In-home support programs often depend on income, Medi-Cal status, disability, care needs, service area, assessment results, and available funding. Contact each organization directly to confirm eligibility and current services before relying on in-home support.
Community & Social Programs
Social connection is an important part of healthy aging. Older adults on a fixed income may benefit from free and low-cost programs that offer classes, senior centers, social activities, phone-based connection, volunteer opportunities, fitness programs, technology help, support groups, and community events.
These resources may help seniors and families find ways to reduce isolation, stay active, build routine, meet others, learn new skills, and remain connected to the community.
BEST FIRST CALL: Aging & Independence Services (AIS)
Aging & Independence Services can help older adults, people with disabilities, caregivers, and families connect with local programs that support social connection, healthy living, education, recreation, and community engagement.
800-339-4661
Service note: Rides are based on availability and should be scheduled in advance. Confirm current fares, service area, and eligibility when calling.
Service note: Ask about social engagement programs, senior centers, healthy living programs, telephone-based activities, or community resources for older adults.
Resources in this Category
Aging & Independence Services Social Engagement
Best for:
Older adults who need help finding social connection, phone-based programs, community activities, and engagement resources.
Aging & Independence Services provides social engagement resources for older adults, including programs that may help reduce isolation and connect seniors with activities, friendly conversation, and support.
800-339-4661
2-1-1 San Diego Older Adult Resources
Best for:
Finding senior centers, social clubs, companionship programs, friendly visiting, support groups, classes, and volunteer opportunities by location.
2-1-1 San Diego can help older adults and families search for community and social programs based on ZIP code, transportation access, eligibility, and specific needs.
Dial 2-1-1
San Diego Oasis
Best for:
Lifelong learning, wellness classes, technology education, social connection, and meaningful community engagement for adults 50+.
San Diego Oasis offers classes and programs that help older adults stay active, connected, and engaged. This may be a good fit for seniors who want structured activities, learning opportunities, technology help, or social connection.
(619) 881-6262
City of San Diego AgeWell Services
Best for:
Adults 60+ looking for free and low-cost activities, senior programs, lunches, recreation, classes, and social connection.
AgeWell Services offers programs and activities for older adults through the City of San Diego Parks and Recreation Department. Programs may include classes, social activities, dances, lunches, and other community-based opportunities.
Not sure where to start? Call Aging & Independence Services at 800-339-4661 for senior social engagement and community programs, or dial 2-1-1 to search for senior centers, classes, companionship, support groups, and activities near you.
What to Ask When You Call
✓ Are there senior centers or community centers near my ZIP code?
✓ Are programs free, low-cost, donation-based, or membership-based?
✓ Do I need to register in advance?
✓ Are there transportation options to get to activities?
✓ Are meals offered at the same location?
✓ Are there programs for people who are homebound or do not drive?
✓ Are phone-based or online programs available?
✓ Are there classes for technology, exercise, art, wellness, or lifelong learning?
✓ Are there support groups for grief, caregiving, dementia, disability, or chronic illness?
✓ Are programs available in languages other than English?
✓Are there activities for adults with mobility limitations or disabilities?
✓ Is there help for someone who is lonely, isolated, or recently widowed?
✓ Are there volunteer opportunities for older adults?
✓ Are there seasonal programs such as Cool Zones during extreme heat?
✓ Who should I call if the person is depressed, unsafe, or needs more than social connection?
Disclaimer: Community programs, senior center schedules, class fees, transportation options, and eligibility may vary by location and season. Contact each organization directly to confirm current offerings before visiting.
Other Resources & Referrals
Sometimes an older adult’s situation does not fit neatly into one category. A family may need help with several issues at once, such as benefits, housing, safety, legal concerns, disability support, mental health, transportation, food, or care coordination.
These resources can help seniors, caregivers, and families find the right starting point when they are not sure who to call first or when the situation involves specialized support.
BEST FIRST CALL: Aging & Independence Services / IHSS
If the need is primarily related to aging, disability, caregiving, safety, or care at home, start with Aging & Independence Services.
If the need is broader, such as housing, food, legal help, utility assistance, mental health resources, disaster support, or general community referrals, dial 2-1-1
800-339-4661 or Dial 2-1-1
Service note: Rides are based on availability and should be scheduled in advance. Confirm current fares, service area, and eligibility when calling.
Service note: If you are not sure what category your situation fits into, explain the full situation and ask which program or agency should be contacted first.
Resources in this Category
Aging & Independence Services
Best for:
Senior-specific referrals, disability resources, caregiver support, aging services, elder safety concerns, and help figuring out where to start.
Aging & Independence Services is a central county resource for older adults, people with disabilities, caregivers, and families. This is one of the best starting points when the need is related to aging, care at home, safety, support services, or local programs for seniors.
800-339-4661
2-1-1 San Diego
Best for:
Broad referrals across housing, food, health, mental health, benefits, transportation, legal help, disaster support, and community services.
2-1-1 San Diego can help older adults and families search for local resources by need, location, eligibility, and urgency. This is a helpful option when the situation involves multiple needs or does not clearly fit into one category.
Dial 2-1-1
Adult Protective Services
Best for:
Suspected elder abuse, neglect, self-neglect, abandonment, isolation, or financial exploitation involving an elder or dependent adult.
Adult Protective Services receives reports of suspected abuse or neglect involving older adults and dependent adults. Anyone can make a report. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 first.
Dial 911
for immediate danger
or
800-339-4661Elder Law & Advocacy
Best for:
Seniors who need legal assistance, Medicare counseling, health insurance counseling, or help understanding senior rights.
Elder Law & Advocacy provides free legal services and Medicare or health insurance counseling for older adults. This may be useful for seniors who need help with legal issues, health coverage questions, or senior-specific advocacy.
(858) 565-1392
Not sure who to call? Start with Aging & Independence Services at 800-339-4661 for aging-related needs, or dial 2-1-1 for broader community referrals. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. If there may be elder abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation, contact Adult Protective Services at 800-339-4661.
What to Ask When You Call
✓ I am not sure what kind of help we need. Can you help identify the right starting point?
✓ Is this an aging, disability, housing, legal, mental health, benefits, or safety issue?
✓ Are there programs specifically for seniors on a fixed income?
✓ Are there programs for people with disabilities?
✓ Are there programs for veterans or surviving spouses?
✓ Is this something Adult Protective Services should review?
✓ Should I contact the Long-Term Care Ombudsman if the person lives in a care facility?
✓ Is free or low-cost legal help available?
✓ Can someone help with public benefits, paperwork, or applications?
✓ Are there resources in languages other than English?
✓ Are there resources for someone who is homebound or does not use the internet?
✓Are there urgent resources if the person is unsafe, being exploited, or at risk of losing housing?
✓ Is there a case manager, navigator, or referral specialist who can help coordinate next steps?
✓ What information should I gather before calling the next agency?
✓ Who should I call if this resource is not the right fit?
Disclaimer: Resource availability, eligibility, response times, and service areas can change. If a situation involves immediate danger, call 911. If the situation involves suspected elder or dependent adult abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or financial exploitation, contact Adult Protective Services.
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