Services Directory

Agency on Aging \ Area 4 (AAA4) is one of 33 area agencies in California, designated by the State to develop, coordinate, and fund programs designed to help older people maintain their health and independence. AAA4 provides a directory of services for all of the counties it serves: Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, Sierra, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba. The directory, available in English and Spanish, has contact information for organizations that can provide a variety of services to older adults. Services may vary by county.

Services in Placer County include:

• Info about caregiver respite and support through Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center
• Employment Services - Mature Edge Job Readiness Program

Aging & Disability Resource Connection (ADRC)

AAA4 is a key partner in the Aging & Disability Resource Connection (ADRC). The Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) is a collaboration between government agencies and community organizations. Its purpose is to provide a singl…

Make The Connection offers videos, podcasts, articles of personal experiences, stories of recovery, and other resources about such topics as:

• Transitioning from service
• Maintaining healthy relationships
• Managing PTSD
• Homelessness
• Work-related problems
• Retiring & aging
• Spirituality
• Alcohol or drug misuse
• Confusion
• Eating problems
• Gambling
• Social withdraw/isolation
• The warning signs of suicide
• The power of purpose and laughter_​

A resource developed and operated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Make the Connection aims to reduce barriers and stigma associated with mental health challenges that may prevent Veterans from seeking mental health care. Talking openly about mental health and the challenges that many Veterans face can help encourage Veterans and their families to get the support they need.

Explore the site further to learn about different kinds of mental health treatments, as well as locate nearby VA facilities, resources and programs.

Whether you’re a Veteran, a Veter…