Caregiver Resources
Assisted Living
- Aspen Meadows Health and Rehabilitation Center
- Autumn Care Center Personal Care
- Autumn Springs Assisted Living
- Canyon Creek Memory Care Community
- Constant Care Homes
- Edgewood Billings Senior Living, LLC
- Highgate Senior Living
- MorningStar Senior Living
- River Ridge Assisted Living
- St. John’s
- Strawberry Roan Stable Living
- Sweetwater Retirement Community
- Tendernest
- The Legacy Assisted Living
- The Springs at Grand Park
- TLC Assisted Living
- Westpark Village
- Your Home Away From Home
In-Home Care
- A Plus Health Care
- Big Sky Senior Services
- Billings SYNERGY HomeCare
- Circle of Life Home Care-Montana
- Compassus Home Health
- Consumer Direct Personal Care
- DispatchHealth – Billings Clinic
- Edgewood Billings Senior Living, LLC
- HomeCare Montana – Billings
- Right at Home
- RiverStone Health Care
- Billings Senior Concierge, LLC
- Heartland Live In Companions
- St. John’s
- Visiting Angels
Information for Cargivers
- Caregiving can be very rewarding as well as very stressful. This article presents useful information for caregivers and the individuals whom they are looking after.
- caregiver.com provides information, support, and guidance for families and caregivers.
- Hospice Foundation of America focuses on issues relating to caregiving, terminal illness, loss, and bereavement.
- How to Make Your Home Safer for Seniors
- Senior and Long-Term Care of Montana provides information on state programs such as Long-Term Care Ombudsman, legal services, State Health Insurance Program (SHIP), Information Assistance and Referral Program and Adult Protective Services.
Memory Care
- Canyon Creek Memory Care Community
- Edgewood Billings Senior Living, LLC
- Highgate Senior Living
- Laurel Health and Rehabilitation Center
- MorningStar Senior Living
- Parkview Care Center
- St. John’s
- Tendernest
- The Springs at Grand Park
- Westpark Village
- Yellowstone River Nursing and Rehabilitation (Formerly Avantara of Billings)
Respite Care
- Montana Lifespan Respite Voucher
- Aspen Meadows Health and Rehabilitation Center
- Autumn Care Center Personal Care
- Big Sky Senior Services
- Canyon Creek Memory Care Community
- Edgewood Billings Senior Living, LLC
- Highgate Senior Living
- St. John’s
- Strawberry Roan Stable Living
- Tendernest
- The Springs at Grand Park
- TLC Assisted Living
- Westpark Village
- Eagle Cliff Healthcare Community
- Laurel Health and Rehabilitation Center
- Parkview Care Center
- Skyline Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation (Formerly Bella Terra)
- Compassus Home Health
- HomeCare Montana – Billings
- MorningStar Senior Living
Skilled Nursing
Financial Assistance
Financial Advising and Education
- Big Sky Senior Services Manage Social Security, Veterans, Railroad and other benefits, create budgets, pay bills, monthly account reconciliation, yearly audits to social security and VA, ABLE account application and management.
- GreenPath Financial Wellness Offers free financial counseling courses
- Financial Opportunities Center (HRDC) Provides Financial Literacy Classes, Homebuyer Education Classes, Counseling Services, and Rental Information. Services offered at the Home Center are offered to the entire community and is not income based.
- NFCC – National Foundation for Credit Counseling In just one session, typically 30 minutes to an hour, an NFCC Certified Counselor will speak with you about your current financial circumstances and help create an actionable plan to tackle your debt. No loans. No hidden fees. No hassle.
- Retirement Solutions Financial Planner
- Capstone Wealth Management Financial Planner
- Personal Financial Care, LLC Financial Planner
- AARP(American Association of Retired Persons) is a nonprofit nonpartisan membership organization for individuals 50 years of age and older.
- New Retirement – free automated online retirement planning.
Housing Assistance
- Benefits Check Up helps seniors find programs that assist them with services such as prescription drugs, health care, rent, and utilities.
- Family Service, Inc Possibly help with deposit and 1st month’s rent for homeless. Food, clothing, household items, and emergency rental and utility assistance. Eyeglasses for seniors and kids. Emergency financial assistance. Educational assistance for GED and licensing programs through Adult Ed.
- First-Time Home Buyer Program The City of Billings offers zero-interest, deferred payment loans up to $15,000 to assist low-income households purchase their first home.
- HomeFront Partners for a better Billings offers affordable rental housing, and housing choice vouchers
- HomeNow – MOFI If you’re a hardworking Montanan who qualifies for a mortgage but doesn’t have the cash on hand for a down payment, ask your lender about HomeNow. The program covers up to 100% of down payment and closing costs, and it’s not limited to first-time homebuyers. May also have options for home repair loans and Resident Owned Community (ROC) loans.
- Homeword Homeword strengthens Montana communities by teaching homebuyer education and financial skill building and creating safe, healthy homes people can afford.
- Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program – HRDC Helps families to secure affordable, safe, and sanitary housing by paying a portion of the rent in an approved dwelling unit.
- Emergency Solutions Grant – HRDC ESG offers emergency assistance through Rapid Re-Housing and Homeless Prevention services to address homelessness.
- General Relief Assistance – HRDC Available to eligible individuals, to provide rental assistance while they are waiting for approval of Supplemental Security Income/Social Security Disability.
- LIFTT Independent Living Team can help disabled persons find housing, provide information and referrals to specific programs, provide information about home modifications such as building a ramp, installing grab bars, and widening doors, and connect you with various loan programs that address assistive technology.
- LOVE INC Partners with home-owners and churches to provide longer-term, affordable rentals to Love INC families who agree to meet with budget mentors and work towards following a spending and savings plan.
- Montana Homeowner Assistance Fund (Montana Department of Commerce) May be used for the following: mortgage reinstatement, lien prevention, or utilities and internet.
- NeighborWorks Montana Possibly help with rent and mortgage payment. Provides home loans and offers housing stability counseling services.
- Home is where the heart is. Tips on finding housing. A resource booklet from Salvation Army with tips for finding and acquiring affordable housing.
- Vincent de Paul Emergency rental and utility assistance, bus passes, and vouchers for food.
- Volunteers of America Northern Rockies For Veterans only, rental financial assistance too
- YWCA Provides housing assistance to women experiencing a domestic crisis
Food Assistance
Alliance Programs
- Meals on Wheels Hot meals delivered to seniors 60 years of age or older. If you or someone you know would benefit from Meals on Wheels, please contact the appropriate Meals on Wheels Coordinator (see below). After an initial assessment over the phone, they will schedule a time to meet with the senior in need to determine program eligibility. Program eligibility is determined on a case-by-case basis. Hospital social workers, case managers, doctors and families also make referrals.
Billings Program – Jaime 259-9666
Laurel Program – Mary 628-7571
Worden Program – Janet 880-6061
- Senior Lunch Program The Senior Lunch Program is offered at 11 meal sites throughout Yellowstone County. The meal sites offer seniors not only a hot nutritious noon meal but also a place for seniors to socialize, meet new friends, join in fun activities and learn about issues important to their health and well-being.
- Seniors Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Provides coupons to approved participants who are 60+ to purchase locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables from participating farmers at farmers’ markets in the Billings area. (June-October) Call – 406-294-1590 for more information.
- Pantry Pals If health related complications are making grocery shopping an impossible task, consider Pantry Pals, a grocery shopping service developed by the Alliance.
Food Benefits and Boxes
- Senior Commodity Supplemental Food Program Provides a monthly food box of approximately 30 pounds to income-qualifying adults 60 years of age or older.
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) SNAP participants receive monthly food benefits on the Montana Access debit card. Apply online at apply.mt.gov or by calling (888) 706-1535. Paper applications are also available at your local Office of Public Assistance.
- Mail-A-Meal – Montana Food Bank Network Designed specifically to serve seniors and includes a box of food designed to meet their specific nutritional needs, including low-sugar, low-sodium, and whole-grain options. MAM has several drop sites around the state and also ships boxes direct to rural households. For more information visit https://mfbn.org/get-help.
- Double SNAP Dollars Program Buy one, get one! When you use your SNAP benefits at a participating location, you’ll receive a dollar-for-dollar match (up to $30 per day) that can be used to buy more fruits and veggies.
Food Pantries
- Billings Food Bank Open from 8am – Noon & 1pm – 5pm Monday through Friday. Located at 2112 4th Ave. N. Must apply in person. To be eligible, you must present: a picture ID, proof of address or declaration of homelessness, and social security cards for everyone in the household.
- Family Service Inc Food Pantry and SNAP Application Assistance. Pantry hours: 10 to 3 Mondays through Fridays. Located at 1824 First Ave N.
- Open Bible Christian Center Our church offers a Food Pantry to those in need of food assistance. We are committed to providing healthy, nutritious meals to those in our community who may not have the resources to feed themselves or their families.
- Peace Lutheran Church – Food Pantry Hours are Monday- 1:00 – 3:00 PM, Thursday- 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, and Friday- 2:00 – 4:00 PM. Visits are limited to once a week. Individuals and families coming to the pantry for food are required to sign in, but identification is not required.
- Community Hope Food, clothing, and miscellaneous items are free of charge. 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. 8:30 AM – 2 PM on Wednesday. Located at 204 Cedar Ave., Laurel, MT 59044.
Meal Programs
- Montana Rescue Mission Lunch is available Monday through Saturday at noon and on Sundays at 12:30 PM. Dinner is served daily at 5:30 PM.
- Salvation Army – Mobile Meals Volunteers and Salvation Army employees deliver hot meals during the week and packaged meals on the weekend for those in the most need in our community. Dinner Delivery: Monday – Saturday 5pm – 6:30pm
- Peace Lutheran Church – Refuel Meals On Wednesday evenings, Peace invites members of the congregation, youth, and people in the community to dinner. Everyone is welcome, whether you are in need or not.
- Trinity Lutheran School Lunch Program Well-balanced meals served five days a week. Milk is included in both the student and adult lunch for $3.50. Lunches must be prepaid in the school office. Application forms are available in the office.
Housing
Directories and Resource Guides
- Apartments.com
- Jasnia highlights a variety of retirement communities.
- Home Loans For Seniors: How to Get a Mortgage When Retired REFI offers seniors a comprehensive guide to owning a home, managing mortgages, and avoiding scams
- Refinance & Mortgage Guide for People with Disabilities is a housing guide created specifically for people living with disabilities.
- Zillow
Emergency Shelter
- Rescue Mission – Men’s Shelter – 406-259-6079 Provide support for basic needs, such as, meals, showers, clothing, transportation, and laundry service for homeless men.
- Rescue Mission – Women’s Shelter – 406-259-310 Provide support for basic needs, such as, meals, showers, clothing, transportation, and laundry service for homeless women and families.
- Emergency Solutions Grant – HRDC – 406-247-4732 You need to be in the Rescue Mission housing for 1 night before they can help. Section 8 applications.
- Interfaith Hospitality Network -406-294-7432 Temporary shelter and meals for homeless families. (Families with children)
- Community Crisis Center – 406-259-8800 Provide 24-hour stabilization resources for individuals experiencing a mental health or addiction crisis.
- Independence Hall – Veterans – 406-259-5368 20-bed men’s transitional housing facility for Veterans located in Billings, Montana.
Low Income Housing
- 8th Avenue Apartments (Federal Tax Credit)
- A Better Property Mgmt Firm (Accepts HCV)
- Acme Hotel (Accepts HCV) (Federal Tax Credit)
- Advantage Property Management (Accepts HCV)
- Aspen Grove Apartments (62+)
- Beartooth Homes
- Big Sky Apartments (Accepts HCV) (Project Based Sec. 8)
- BP Asset Management (Accepts HCV)
- Brush Meadow Apartments (Accepts HCV) (Federal Tax Credit)
- Campbell Court
- Centennial Apartments (Federal Tax Credit)
- Central Court Village (Federal Tax Credit)
- Chapel Court (62+) (Federal Tax Credit)
- Koinonia Management Company CLDI (Federal Tax Credit) (Accepts HCV)
- Debizel Property Management (Accepts HCV)
- Edgewood Billings Senior Living, LLC (Accepts HCV) (Federal Tax Credit)
- Falcon Run (Accepts HCV)
- Fischer & Erwin Property Mgmt (Accepts HCV)
- Fraser Tower (Federal Tax Credit) (Project Based Sec. 8)
- Frontier Laurel
- Frontier Red Lodge
- Gateway Vista (Federal Tax Credit)
- Grand View Apartments
- Great Northern Apartments, Laurel
- HDA Management (Accepts HCV) (Federal Tax Credit)
- HomeFront Partners (Formerly Housing Authority of Billings)
- Homes on the Range, Roundup
- Homestead Lodge, Absarokee (62+)
- Kevin Parker (Accepts HCV)
- Laurel Gardens (62+) (Project Based Sec. 8)
- Magic City Terrace (62+) (HUD 202 PRAC subsidized)
- Mark Wright Properties (Accepts HCV)
- Meadowood Apartments (Federal Tax Credit)
- Metro Property Management (Accepts HCV)
- Morris Nielsen Rentals (Accepts HCV)
- Old Town Square (Accepts HCV)
- Pheasant Home (Accepts HCV)
- Pleasantview Apartments (62+) (Project Based Sec. 8)
- Ponderosa Acres (Project Based Sec. 8)
- Prairie Tower Apartments (Accepts HCV) (Project Based Sec. 8)
- Professional Management (Accepts HCV)
- Rainbow Property Management (Accepts HCV)
- Red Fox Apartments (Accepts HCV)
- Rick Eastman Rental (Accepts HCV)
- Rockvue Loft Apartments (Western Towers) (Accepts HCV)
- Rose Park Plaza (Federal Tax Credit) (Project Based Sec. 8)
- Sage Tower (Accepts HCV) (Federal Tax Credit) (Project Based Sec. 8)
- Shiloh Glen Apartment Homes (Accepts HCV) (Federal Tax Credit)
- South Forty Apartments (62+) (Federal Tax Credit) (Project Based Sec. 8)
- Southern Lights (Accepts HCV) (Federal Tax Credit)
- Spring Gardens (Accepts HCV)
- Spruce Grove 1 & 2, Laurel
- Starner Gardens (55+) (Accepts HCV) (Federal Tax Credit)
- Sunrise Manor, Savage, MT (Project Based Sec. 8)
- Tailwind Management (Accepts HCV)
- Tamarack Property Management Co. (Accepts HCV)
- Tri-county 1 & 2
- We Rent Billings (Accepts HCV)
- Westchester Duplex (Accepts HCV) (Federal Tax Credit)
- Westchester Square East (Accepts HCV)
- Western View Apartments (Accepts HCV) (Project Based Sec. 8)
- Whitetail Run (Accepts HCV) (Federal Tax Credit)
Information and Assistance
Aging Information
- Administration on Aging offers information about services and opportunities for older Americans and their caregivers.
- Area II Agency on Aging lists Senior Centers within Area II counties.
- Better Business Bureau provides information on over 2.5 million businesses and organizations.
- Big Sky Senior Services offers in-home care, elder abuse prevention, and a Friends Support Program for elders and disabled adults.
- National Council on Aging addresses a wide range of topics that address the lives of older adults.
- Senior and Long-Term Care of Montana provides information on state programs such as Long-Term Care Ombudsman, legal services, State Health Insurance Program (SHIP), Information Assistance and Referral Program and Adult Protective Services.
- State of Montana the state’s official website, offers information on doing business in Montana; driver and vehicle services; family, health and safety; labor and employment; taxes, finance and payments and recreation.
- usa.gov lists resources for older adults.
Disability Resources
- DisabilityGuidance.org we help patients like you discover more information about your disability and provide resources to help you obtain the disability benefits you deserve.
- Hearing Loss Association of Americais a website of self-help for individuals with hearing impairments.
- Mastering Mobility: A Guide To Walking with Conditions that Effects Gait Free downloadable ebook
- Montana Council on Developmental Disabilitiesprovides a directory of services for persons with developmental disabilities
- Social Security Disability official Social Security website, provides information on programs that may be able to pay you benefits.
- Social Security Disability Resource Centerfocuses on news and information about Medicare, Medicaid and disability.
Handyman/Yardwork
- A Plus Roofing and Construction – 406-321-1814 David Duvall Roofing, siding, gutters or just general advice. Please call for an estimate.
- All Drains – 406-281-2248 Full service drain and sewer company providing guaranteed work and specializing in main lines, secondary lines, sewer camera inspections, and pressure jetter service.
- Again Services – 406-794-5462 Greg Chapin Sr. General Contractor, Painting, Drywall and Taping, Remodel, Electrical and Plumbing Repairs/No Sewer services. No mobile homes. Will do some yard work. Licensed and Bonded.
- Bergies Small Engine Repair/Service LLC – 406-672-4909 Steve Berg Provide home repairs for most items such as plumbing (faucets, garbage disposal, dishwasher, washer/dryer, stools), electrical work up to breaker panel and light carpentry. Repair & service small engines such as leaf blowers, lawn mowers, chain saws, weed eaters, snow blowers & tillers. Licensed and Bonded.
- Broadwater Lawn Care – 406-200-7008 David Carpenter – Lawn care, snow removal, window washing, gutter cleaning and much more. Just ask……the worst I can say is no!
- Curt Layman Designs – 406-855-2141 Curt Layman Providing remodeling, painting and repairing of home, storm door installation, deck remodeling and shed construction. Handyman services. Services provided at an hourly rate plus cost of materials necessary to the project or repair. Free estimates.
- Elk Ridge Electric – 406-697-0104 Jeff Stock Will help with all electrical needs, and does so with a senior discount.
- Helpful Handy Services – 406-670-1897 Shaun Ryan, owner Home Maintenance & small repairs, window, carpet & office cleaning, interior painting, lawn care and more. Free estimates.
- JL Lawn Service – 406-860-5039 Jeremy Lehnen, owner Lawn care, spring, summer & fall clean up. Additional services offered to lawn clients. Licensed and Bonded
- Jacob’s Services – 406-850-7531 Jacob Wood, owner Lawn Care, spring, summer & fall; gutter cleanout, window cleaning, and more. Free estimates.
- Lucky Lager Lawn Service – 406-697-7141 Ben Lager, owner Lawn care, spring, summer & fall clean up. Additional services offered to lawn clients.
- Lawn Scapes of Billings LLC – 406-671-6025 – Philip Painter Lawn & Yard care services. Free consultations. Please call for an appointment.
- Major League Painting – 406-245-7659 Mark Alden Interior and exterior painting, drywall repair, small remodeling, woodworking, minor plumbing and electrical repair, roof repair and deck repair.
- Robert (Bud) Flanagan – 406-850-2877 Yard work, mainly light trimming bushes/does not get on a ladder as he is a senior himself. Call for price and an appointment.
- Round Tuit, LLC – 406-698-6612 Amy Weber Minor repairs, electrical & plumbing, and all round handy gal services. Clean houses, windows & gutters. Yardwork, snow removal, painting & moving. No job is too small or too large. Free estimates.
Housekeepers
- Big Sky Senior Services 406-259-3111 – Help with household chores including: laundry, wash and change bed linens and towels, bathrooms, kitchens, meal preparation, vacuuming, and dusting.
- Billings Senior Concierge, LLC – 406-694-5394 Non-medical, daily errands, companionship, light house cleaning, home management, organization, plus much more!
- Cleaning for a Reason Provides free home cleaning to patients battling cancer.
- Melissa’s Cleaning Service – 406-240-9790 General cleaning, deep cleaning, and move in-out cleaning. Call for fees and appointment. Flexible scheduling Monday – Friday.
- Newman Restoration & Cleaning – 406-672-2819 Carpet cleaning, air duct cleaning, hazardous clean up, dryer vent cleaning, chimney sweeps, upholstery cleaning, hard surface cleaning, disaster restoration
- Senior Helping Hands – 406-259-3111 Light Housekeeping, shopping, laundry etc. Private Pay, Sliding Scale Fee, based on an hourly rate.
- Simplify for Life (Formerly Houseworks) – 406-321-1844 Mary Schimmele. Organizing, de-cluttering, cleaning, packing, moving and shopping. Call for fees and appointments. Insured and bonded.
- Sissie’s Cleaning Service, Inc – 406-697-2920 Cynthia Boyer Residential and Commercial janitorial services.
- Thoughtful Care – Helen Hein – 406-860-1862 Specializing in; in home care for seniors, children & pets; errands & rides to appointments and shopping or just out for a ride; organizing & light yard work. Please call for fees and availability. Please leave a message
Insurance Agents
- Affiliated Medical Agency, Inc. General Office 406-252-3529, Jose Bustos 406-252-3529, Becki Maki-Loney 406-670-7256, Joel Parker 406-252-3529, Kevin Parker 406-690-4192, William Fried 406-855-5572
- Allen & Associates Insurance, Inc. Dave Allen and Eric Allen 406-656-2324, Lynette Raab 406-548-4576
- Farmers’ Insurance Angela Stiller 406-294-8226
- Ask Insurance Wendy Nelson 406-969-3000
- Bankers/Colonial Penn Life Abby Koehler 720-289-3350, Sarah Mackenzie 406-259-2732
- Bryan Agency Thomas Bryan 406-248-5547
- Difronzo & Company Mick Di Fronzo 406-656-0606, Pat Di Fronzo 406-656-0606, Jennifer Reas 406-656-0606, Mario DiFronzo 406-534-3221, Joyce Idstrom 406-534-3221 (Blue Cross/Blue Sheild Agent)
- Edward Jones Steven Foran 406-708-4771
- Glenn French 406-697-1261
- Humana Amy Hurless 406-696-8925, Dyan Wilson 406-839-1914 Call or email for an appointment
- Michael L. Young Insurance 406-652-9469
- New Freedom Insurance Services Susan Walters 406-530-1030 or 406-860-3214
- Old American Insurance Company Vern Bass 406-694-2708 or 406-245-8338
- Rm Insurance Rae Ann Mall 406-702-1380 or 406-861-0277 or 406-208-3357 (Pacific Source Agent)
- Roger Daniel Agency Roger Daniel 406-252-3411, Bobbi Roberts 406-252-3411, Chris Mercier 406-252-3411
- Senior Insurance Solutions Chris Fuqua – Call for appointment 406-698-5317
- Snyder Insurance Agency Gail Snyder [email protected] 406-414-9950
- State Farm Don Lillis State Farm Insurance 406-252-1915, Ed K Smith State Farm Insurance 406-245-6374, Thomas Maack State Farm Insurance 406-628-8618, Nathan Lee State Farm Agency 406-656-6405, Victoria Hayes State Farm Agency 406-651-9146
- Terry McGuinness Insurance Terry H. McGuinness 406-294-2111 Does make home appointments, if necessary.
Medical
- AddictionResource.Net offers detailed and up-to-date information on the best drug rehab centers, tailored for residents in Montana.
- Billings Clinic offers an extensive range of services for seniors and their families including health education, senior assessments, information on assisted living, and senior advocacy
- Medicare is the official U.S. Government site for people with Medicare. Medicare and Social Security Disability: Benefits for Disabled Individuals
- Leukemia and Lymphoma Society provides a wide array of free services to patients and families touched by blood cancers.
- Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation is the only U.S. non-profit organization addressing mesothelioma. Provides information on treatments and research for patients and caregivers
- St Vincent Healthcare provides a comprehensive array of services and programs designed to meet the needs of seniors, with an emphasis on illness prevention and education.
Safety
- Senior Driver Safety and Mobility sponsored by the AAA, offers information on how to evaluate your driving ability, improving your driving skills and maintaining your mobility. Resources for family and friends is also provided.
- Fraud.org provides information, referral services, and assistance in filing complaints related for fraud.
- Drug Dangers provides information on medications that have serious complications for the elderly public.
- Elder Abuse Center – presents information on risk factors and prevention. Sponsored by the National Association of State Units on Aging.
- Home Safety for Seniors – This website presents several simple tips that will help ensure that seniors can remain safe in their homes and enjoy their independence for as long as possible.
Transportation
- Alliance Rides Program Furnishes rides to seniors for shopping, hair appointments, etc. Not for medical appointments. Must fill out an application available from Adult Resource Alliance. Not currently accepting new applicants. Not currently accepting new applicants.
- Alliance/MET PLUS Medical Rides Applications through Adult Resource Alliance. Must be 60 years or older and unable to use the regular bus service. 24-hour notice for a ride is required. There is no charge for this program.
- Big Sky Senior Services Attended medical transportation to/from medical appointments. Not currently accepting new applicants.
- City Cab – 406-252-8700
- Comfort Car – 406-204-7294 For individuals that need access to medical care, but do not meet the insurance requirements for an ambulance nor need medical monitoring. The cars will tentatively run by appointment only, Monday through Friday, from 5:30am to 6:30pm. To schedule pick-ups, please call the dispatch line, which is operational 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The cost for service will include a base rate and mileage to and from the appointment. Payment will be expected at time of scheduling.
- Custer Rides Program – 406-856-4145 Transportation from Custer to Billings the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. This service may be used for appointments, errands, and grocery shopping. Please call for information and scheduling.
- Disabled American Veterans (DAV) – 406-373-3690 Transportation service for disabled veterans to/from medical and benefits appointments locally, Helena, and Sheridan, WY.
- Indian Health Board Clinic – 406-245-7372 Transportation in Billings for Native Americans with 24-hour notice.
- Laurel Transportation Program – 406-628-4796 ext. #3 Within Laurel, the bus will be providing service from 10:00-4:00 Monday through Friday, except on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tuesdays of the month, when hours are 10:00-12:30. Trips to Billings will be on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tuesdays of the month from 12:00-5:00, with a $6 donation for round trip.
- Medicaid Transportation Program – 800-292-7114 Provides or pays mileage allowance for transportation to medical appointments. Must be on Medicaid. Requires 24-hour advance notice and a physical address and phone number.
- MET Transit– 406-657-8218 provides scheduling information as well as general information about the City’s bus service. Most buses are lift-equipped
- MET Special Transit (Seniors 62+, Disabled, and Veterans) – 406-248-8805 Discounted rate for seniors & disabled. Discounted passes for veterans with proof of service. Must register with MET Transit. Wheelchair-equipped van transportation, call a day ahead to make arrangements.
- Yellow Cab – 406-245-3033
Independent Transportation – Call for fees and availability
- Billings Senior Concierge, LLC – 406-694-5394 Sonia Martin. Non-medical, daily errands, companionship, light house cleaning, home management, organization, plus much more!
- Carrie Swanson – 406-690-4466 CMA, CAN, and CPR and First Aid certified. Bathing, dressing grooming, grocery shopping, med reminders, light housekeeping, daily tasks, daily living, and activities.
- Helen Hein – 406-860-1862 Errands, rides to appointments and shopping, or just out for a ride.
- Kerri Henan – 406-697-5258 Will provide personal car, house cleaning, administering medications, meal preparation, and other services that you need can be provided. Private pay. Please call for fees and availability.
- Nursing By the Way – 406-402-4824 Elaine Llewellyn. Attended transportation, in-home assistance, and respite care.
- Terri Gillespie – 406-860-2027 Transportation, shopping, and errands.
Bus Pass and Gas Vouchers
- Family Service, Inc – 406-259-226
- Vincent de Paul – 406-252-1855
- Wheels for Work – District 7 HRDC – 406-247-4732 limited vehicle repairs
Legal Assistance
Legal Resources
- Adult Protection Services Helps protect vulnerable adults from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
- American Bar Association Consumers’ guide to legal help. Includes lawyer referrals and pro bono resources listed by state.
- American Civil Liberties Union The ACLU works in the courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed to all people in this country by the Constitution and laws of the United States. The office does not routinely assist individuals, but focuses resources on cases affecting groups.
- Attorney General’s Office Function as the lawyers for the State of Montana. The attorneys in the Office have expertise in a wide range of legal topics and handle a broad range of legal cases involving the State of Montana and its people. (does not represent individuals)
- Crime Victim Compensation Program The Crime Victims Compensation Act provides financial assistance to help innocent crime victims with crime-related medical expenses. Created in 1978, the Montana Crime Victim Compensation Program can help with loss of wages, medical expenses and funeral expenses incurred as the result of personal injury crimes.
- Domestic Violence Intake (Montana Legal Services Association) 800-666-6899 Legal assistance for victims of domestic violence.
- FindLaw Are you facing a legal issue, or just looking for more information about a specific legal topic? FindLaw’s Learn About the Law section is the perfect starting point. Learn About the Law features informational articles about a wide variety of legal topics, as well as specific information about subjects such as how to hire an attorney and understanding your state’s unique laws.
- HELPS If you’re worried about debt, old bills, or debt collector calls, give us a call. If you want to know more about HELPS, we’re happy to explain how we work. All questions are welcomed.
- Justice in Aging Battling senior poverty, resources and tools for advocates, work with pro bono attorneys nationwide. (does not provide direct legal assistance to individuals.)
- Legal Service Developer 406-444-7787 Provides elder law training and resources for older adults, family members, and social outreach workers. The program also develops pro bono and local legal services referrals, and training materials and provides telephone assistance to older adults on related matters.
- Montana Fair Housing Montana Fair Housing investigates allegations of discrimination in housing, counsels victims of discrimination, and facilitates both the state and federal complaint process.
- Montana Landlords Association We are dedicated to the protection of its members’ mutual interest in Landlords’ rights by providing educational, legislative and such other assistance
- Montana Legal Services Association Legal information and resources, representation & advice, help with housing issues, family law (also those under 60). Free civil legal information, forms, advice, and free or low-cost representation in court
- NOLO Nolo offers hundreds of consumer friendly do-it-yourself legal products written in plain English.
- Self Help Law Center Provides resources for people representing themselves in the justice system. Appointments are required for in-person services.
- State Bar of Montana Pro Bono Program Find an attorney, educational materials & resources, client protection funds, lawyer referrals & information services
- State Law Library of Montana Provides legal information and resources, to enhance knowledge of the law and court system.“Ask a Librarian” program. (Librarian is always an attorney)
- The National Center on Law and Elder Rights A centralized, one-stop shop for legal assistance, NCLER provides legal training, case consultations, and technical assistance on legal systems development.
- The National Senior Citizens Law Center Protects the rights of low-income older adults. Through advocacy, litigation, and the education and counseling of local advocates, we seek to ensure the health and economic security of those with limited income and resources, and to preserve their access to the courts.
- University of Montana – William J. Jameson Law Library Established in 1911, the Jameson Law Library’s facilities, collection and services are available to students, faculty and staff of the Alexander Blewett III School of Law at the University of Montana, members of the Montana Bar and the general public who require access to legal materials. We support excellence in legal research, teaching, scholarship and practice in Montana.
Native American Legal Resources
- Governor’s Office of Indian Affairs Sovereign nation/state citizens’ resources & tools
- Indian Law Resource Center The Center provides legal assistance to indigenous peoples of the Americas to combat racism and oppression, to protect their lands and environment, to protect their cultures and ways of life, to achieve sustainable economic development and genuine self-government, and to realize their other human rights
- Montana Indian Law State Website Has resources/tools for each tribe in Montana, codes, treaties, and policies.
- National Indian Law Library National & state resources, help individuals with research.
Disability Law
- Disability Rights Protect and Advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities in Montana.
- Molly Ward – People’s Law Center 406-294-7694 Disability Attorney – SSDI & RSDI – If you have been denied, then call for assistance. All contingency fee basis, no upfront costs.
- Montana Advocacy Program 406-449-2344 Dedicated to protecting and advocating for the human and legal rights of Montanans with mental and physical disabilities while advancing dignity, equality, and self-determination.
Estate Planning
- Cynthia Woods 406-248-6654 Help with legal services, esp. elder law and estate planning. Planning in Trust, Guardianship, and Conservator assistance. Hourly rate for basic consultation, rates vary on wills, and POAs.
- FreeWill Offers online self-help solutions for common estate planning needs and related educational content.
- Montana End of Life Registryis the online site for securely storing advance directives and giving authorized healthcare professionals immediate access to this information.
- Montana Generational Justice – John McCrae 406-422-3904 Provides a variety of estate planning options – Modest Means Program, Sponsorships Estate Planning Clinics, and Estate Planning grants.
Legal Representation
- Billings City Attorney
- Cynthia Woods 406-248-6654 Help with legal services, esp. elder law and estate planning. Planning in Trust, Guardianship, and Conservator assistance. Hourly rate for basic consultation, rates vary on wills, and POAs.
- Crowley Fleck Pro-bono Counsel. Experience with guardianship.
- Hohenloe, Jones, PLLP 406-443-4601 Civil Rights, Discrimination, Employment Law, Labor Law, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury, Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment. In Helena, will consider cases STATEWIDE
- Legacy Law Center Experience with estate planning, elder law and Medicaid eligibility, reasonable fees, and special needs trusts.
- Legal Service Developer 406-444-7787 Provides elder law training and resources for older adults, family members, and social outreach workers. The program also develops pro bono and local legal services referrals, and training materials and provides telephone assistance to older adults on related matters.
- Molly Ward – People’s Law Center 406-294-7694 Disability Attorney – SSDI & RSDI – If you have been denied, then call for assistance. All contingency fee basis, no upfront costs.
- Moulton Bellingham Brent Cromley 406-248-7731 Wills, trusts and estate planning, insurance disputes, general litigation. For more information contact [email protected]
- Self Help Law Center Provides resources for people representing themselves in the justice system at 216 North 29th St. Billings, MT 59101. Appointments are required for in-person services.
- State Bar of Montana Find an attorney, educational materials & resources, client protection funds, lawyer referrals & information services at https://www.montanabar.org.
- Yellowstone County Attorney
Legal Services
- Personal Financial Care Help people with their personal finances and serve as power of attorney, trustee, personal representative, and conservator.
- Secretarial Services Sarah Cobetto 406-255-7482 Secretarial services including proofreading, resumes, training manuals, and PowerPoint presentations. Also a notary public.
- WillowBend Nurse Consulting and Case Management LLC 406-208-8047 We provide assistance with the following: legal nurse research, medical record review, supervised visits, life care planning, guardianship, power of attorney, conservatorship, payee, court visitor, home study, and personal representative.