Council on Aging St. Tammany (COAST)

Transportation (STAR Transit), nutrition, activity centers, and caregiver support to help you live independently.

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COAST provides St. Tammany Parish seniors services that maintain quality of life, and community involvement.

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COAST participants connecting at a St. Tammany Parish activity—community support for older adults

Our Blog

A woman thoughtfully sorts clothes into 'Discard' and 'Keep' boxes on a white rug, demonstrating effective home decluttering and wardrobe organization.

Decluttering Before December: A Senior’s Guide to a Stress-Free Holiday Season

Many seniors often declutter their homes in the spring, but did you know that it’s important to declutter your home before the major holidays too?

Oct 153 min read

COAST staff empower St. Tammany seniors with vital community resources like transportation, home care, and legal assistance.

Navigating Senior Resources in St. Tammany Parish: A Comprehensive Guide from COAST

Explore COAST's essential guide to senior resources in St. Tammany Parish, offering vital support for elderly residents and their caregivers. Discover programs including caregiver support, homemaker assistance, transportation via STAR Transit, income tax help, emergency aid, medical alert systems, and legal consultations, all designed to enhance wellbeing and independent living for older adults in the community.

Oct 145 min read

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Preventing Falls: A Senior’s Guide to Staying Safe and Steady

Fall prevention is an important topic for older adults to consider because of physical changes and health conditions that occur with aging.

Health & Wellness

Sep 243 min read