Retirement
Over the past several decades, El Paso has grown in popularity as a retirement destination and is a popular place to live for the over-50 set. For reasons similar to Florida, Arizona, and New Mexico, retirees and seniors flock to El Paso for its sunny weather, abundance of outdoor activities such as golf and tennis, and the many resources for seniors that the city has to offer.
There are a number of services and organizations that offer help and organize activities for seniors and retirees. The City of El Paso’s host of programs on that front include the Senior Library Web page and activities at the public libraries, the Foster Grandparent Program, and the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. There are countless housing and care options around the city, as well, from independent living communities to homecare and full assisted living centers and nursing homes. The incredible healthcare network in El Paso, too, is a valuable resource for seniors who may be concerned about health care or hospital facilities.
This chapter is a good starting point for seniors thinking of moving to El Paso or those who will be spending a significant period of time holidaying here. Listed below is the contact information for a number of services and organizations geared toward seniors, a sampling of retirement communities on offer in El Paso, opportunities for volunteering in the Sun City, and information on El Paso’s senior meal program.
1. Aarp Information Center
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (915) 595-9841
Address: 8900 Viscount Blvd.
Description: AARP provides information on health, money, work, personal growth, and more. Members qualify for a variety of special discounts at participating companies. See the Web site for details and how to become a member.
2. Area Agency On Aging
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (915) 533-0998
Address: 1100 North Stanton St.
Description: The Rio Grande Council of Governments/Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is one of 28 in the State of Texas. It acts as an advocate for systems integration and access, to consolidate regional planning of aging issues, and for quality of life issues in nursing facilities and in the community.
3. El Paso Library Seniors
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Description: El Paso Public Library operates many activities and events for seniors across the city. On its Seniors Web site you can find information on the services the library offers, travel and leisure tips and links, retirement planners, health, and consumer information. Inside any El Paso library, access the “Golden Years” pathfinder for a list of senior-related topics and books.
4. Just 4 Seniors
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (915) 541-4000
Address: 2 Civic Center Plaza
Description: Just 4 Seniors is the City of El Paso’s guide to senior services within the Sun City. Find information on everything from city transportation, public libraries, and volunteering to disabled discounts, peer counseling, and the local buddy system.
5. Red Hat Society
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (866) 386-2850
Description: This fun-loving yet secretive women’s group operates some 20 branches in the El Paso area. They believe silliness is the comic relief of life and proudly claim that members share a bond of affection, forged by common life experiences and a genuine enthusiasm for whatever life has in store. To find or join a local chapter, you must call or go online.
6. Comfort Keepers
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (915) 842-8195
Address: 5927 Gateway Blvd. West
Description: This in-home senior care service provides assistance to seniors who could benefit from a regular caregiver but desire to continue living at home. Comfort Keepers services include individual treatment, medication reminders, cooking and meal prep, transportation, and housekeeping, and all nurses and staff provide the further comfort of chat and friendship to theirsekeeping.
7. Emeritus At Desert Springs
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (915) 842-0900
Address: 5901 Bandolero Dr.
Description: This retirement facility is situated in a scenic rural area on the edge of the Franklin Mountains and specializes in assisted living and Alzheimer’s care. They offer everything from in-depth dementia-related care to casual day programs for active seniors. Thirty apartment suites are available to individuals who need regular assistance but don’t wish to give up a private residence.
8. The Montevisa At Coronado
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (915) 833-2229
Address: 1575 Belvidere
Description: This is an elegant retirement community with trained nursing and rehabilitation services, located in a charming setting near the Franklin Mountains, offering both independent living and skilled health care options.
9. Mountain View Healthcare Center
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (915) 544-2002
Address: 1600 Murchison Rd.
Description: The dedicated and highly trained staff of this 182-bed skilled nursing and long-term care facility provides specialized short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing care in a compassionate, patient-centered environment. They offer everything from basic medication administration to recreational outings, a barber and beauty shop, and religious services to cater to the needs of residents.
10. Rio Norte
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (915) 613-3714
Address: 1941 Saul Kleinfeld Dr.
Description: Touting itself as a “holiday retirement community,” Rio Norte is part of the Holiday Touch Retirement network. They offer a unique approach to retirement services, emphasizing an active lifestyle for retired seniors that includes many activities such as Tai Chi, bean bag baseball, and even video games. Their extensive travel network allows residents with the travel bug to stay for free in dozens of locations and their award-winning chefs go above and beyond in preparing healthy and tasty meals. Studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments are available.
11. Bateman Senior Meals
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (915) 351-1174
Address: 2215 Murchison Dr.
Description: From basic day meals and lunches to event catering, Bateman Senior Meals covers a wide spectrum of nutrional offerings for seniors and senior-related activities in El Paso. All of Bateman’s meals are prepared according to exact specifications and dietary needs under strict sanitary conditions. They offer a customizable delivery system and a huge database of meal options with all types of recipes. A second and third location are at 600 South Ochoa St. (915-351-0646), and 840 Hawkins Blvd., #A15 (915-778-4393).
12. Eastside
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (915) 591-4292
Address: 3200 Fierro
13. Father Martinez
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (915) 860-9131
Address: 9311 Alameda
14. Grandview Park
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (915) 566-1217
Address: 3134 Jefferson St.
15. Hilos De Plata
City: El Paso, TX
Category: Retirement
Telephone: (915) 591-4292
Address: 4451 Delta St.