Local Resources for Seniors

Adult Protective Services | Report Elder Abuse

​(404) 657-5250

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Gwinnett Council for Seniors

​(770) 822-5147

Encourages an active and informed senior citizens lifestyle for seniors in Gwinnett County.

 

Gwinnett Coalition for Health & Human Services - Gwinnett Helpline

(770) 995-3339

Provides information and referrals for family problems, emergency shelter, health services, child care, substance abuse, employment, emergency food, legal referrals, senior services, counseling, and more.

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I Care Atlanta

5879-B New Peachtree Rd., Doraville, GA | (678) 615-3341

Offers food boxes for homeless families and families struggling financially. Available to clients in the Norcross area. Call for appointment. No zip code requirement.

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Atlanta Legal Aid - Legal Assistance

(404) 377-0701

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Gwinnett County Pro Bono

(678) 376-4545

Must fall below the federal poverty level.

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Gwinnett County Bar – Lawyer Referral Service

(770) 822-8398

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​Georgia Highlands Medical Services, Inc. - Medical Assistance

422 Canton Rd., Cumming, GA | (770) 887-1668

Provides a sliding scale for low-income households that do not have health insurance. Accepts walk-ins and appointments. 

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Gwinnett Community Clinic - Medical Assistance

2160 Fountain Dr., Snellville, GA | (770) 985-1199

Delivers medical assistance to children and adults who do not have health insurance. Tuesday and Thursday evening appointments. Call between 11 am and 3 pm for an appointment.

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Medicaid Providers

(770) 451-5501 or (800) 822-2539

Keeps current listing of doctors, etc., who are certified to accept Medicaid.

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Rehabilitation Services - Formerly Vocational Rehabilitation

770) 729-5400

Assists disabled persons in retraining and job search, etc.

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Buford - Senior Center

(770) 614-2539

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Norcross - Senior Center

(770) 638-5680

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Lawrenceville - Senior Center

(770) 822-5180

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Senior Citizen Services

(770) 822-8850

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Senior Citizen Information and Referral Office - Senior Information and Assistance

(678) 377-4150

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Social Security Administration

4365 Shackleford Rd., Norcross, GA | (800) 772-1213

Open Mondays through Fridays 8:30am - 3:30pm

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Streetwise Georgia

1750 Cedars Rd., Lawrenceville, GA | (678) 985-9915

Provides food, clothing and limited furniture. Open Mondays 10am to 1pm & Tuesdays 10am to 2pm. Call for an appointment and instructions. No zip code requirement. 

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United Way

(678) 417-6434 or First Call for Help (911)