Resources for Senior Adults
SERVICES IN DENTON COUNTY
Transportation
Shared-ride services for Seniors (60+) in Denton County through SPAN– : A non-profit fleet providing demand-response, shared-ride, and wheelchair-accessible transportation. It operates Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for medical trips, errands, and senior center visits. The fare for seniors aged 60+ is \(\$3.00\) per one-way trip, and booking should be made 1–2 days in advance. Call (940) 382-1900 or visit the SPAN Transit Transportation page for application forms.
DCTA Access Shuttle: Operated by the Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA), this service provides curb-to-curb, non-ADA demand-response and ADA paratransit for adults over 65 in Denton, Lewisville, and Highland Village. Rides are \(\$3.00\) per one-way trip. To schedule or apply, call (940) 243-0077 or visit the DCTA Access page
Onward Rides: A private provider specializing in companion rides and assisted transportation for seniors in Denton. To coordinate a ride, download the app, visit Onward Rides Denton, or call their concierge team at (800) 700-4797
Additional Services
Counseling Center of Denton – (940) 382-5328
Denton County Health Department – (940) 349-2900
Denton County Mental Health – (940) 381-5000
Denton County United Way – (940) 566-5851
First Refuge Minitries – (940) 484-4384
Hearts for Homes offers no-cost home repairs and renovations for low-income senior homeowners (ages 60+) in Denton County, allowing them to age in place safely – Denton, TX. (940) 735-3234; Mon- Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm & Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Interfaith Ministries – Housing and Utility Assistance – (940) 565-5479
Giving Grace – (940) 382 – 0609
REACH of Denton – (940) 383-1062
Salvation Army Denton Corps – (940) 566-3800
Sanger Services
Onward Rider: Provides companion ride services for seniors, offering either recurring transportation or one-off rides. You can book through their app, website, or by calling (800) 700-4797.
First Baptist Church – 708 S First Street – Grief Support Team . God’s Table – Free curbside meals every Monday 5:30 – 6:00pm outside Family Center . Mobile Food Pantry – 1st Saturday every month (except Holiday then 2nd Sat) – 10-11am South Parking
Helping House – Grocery Pantry – 713 S. 5th Mon 10-2. Tues. 10-12. & 6:30 Wed. Closed. Thurs. 10-12. Fri. 10 – 12
Linda Tutt Grocery, Necessities and Assistance – (First Refuge Ministries) – 105 N Berry – (940) 458-5701. Wednesdays. 5:00 – 6:00pm.
Sanger Bargain Depot & Crisis Center – Financial Assistance Program and other services – (940) 453-5166. Mon., Tues., & Thurs. 12:30 – 4:00
Information & Referral – North Texas
Consumer Protection – (800) 621-0508
Department of Aging and Disability Services (60+ Hotline) – (800) 252-9240
Grief and Loss Center of North Texas – (214) 452-3105
Health Services of North Texas – (940)-381-1501
North Central Texas Aging & Disabilities Resource Center – (855) 937-2372
The North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging acts as the primary hub for older adults (60+). They coordinate county-wide Texas Health and Human Services ADRC Services and can be reached by dialing 2-1-1 to connect with care, benefits, and support