Elderly ServicesDepartment of Children and Families provides Adult Protective Services. They help adults who may be at risk of being harmed or neglected. DCF also helps adults who are unable to take care of themselves. Clients may be elderly or have a disability. Please call 1.800.962.2873 or visit website for more information.
Elder Options offers a number of services to seniors. They can answer questions about insurance or Medicare. There are services for those being released from the hospital and need help at home. Caregivers can take a 12-hour caregiver course. Please see the website for more information.
The program offers relevant personal, social, therapeutic, and work skill training to adults with disabilities through community and center-based resources. The activities are designed to advance individual independence and expand participants’ life choices at work, home, school, and in the community.
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ElderCare of Alachua county offers a variety of services to those aged 60 and above. They also run the Senior Recreation Center in Gainesville.
Services include:
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Florida Telecommunications Relay Service provides phones for those who qualify.
Phones are for those who are:
Please call or visit website for more information.
Voice: 800.222.3448
TTY: 888.447.5620
VP: 850.270.2641
Granny Nannies offers 24-hour home health care services to help individuals recover from illness or injury in the comfort of their homes. This allows them to avoid hospital and nursing home stays. Our caregivers assist with meals, housekeeping, and personal chores. Additionally, support is provided for those who face challenges in managing their medications. Our team consists of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Home Health Aides (HHAs).. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Elderly and/or homebound residents of Alachua County can receive mail delivery of library materials free of charge. To apply for this program, visit the website to start the application process or call .
This group works to support individuals in their own homes. It also help others who are in community-based settings. It does this by funding many services and organizations. Please call 800.677.1116 or visit the website to learn more.
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This foundation has a respite relief program. It is for military and veteran caregivers. The program offers access to free, short term relief. Help is in the form of in-home care professionals. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Email: respiterelief@elizabethdolefoundation.org
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SHINE volunteers help Seniors with health insurance questions. They provide free information and unbiased counseling. Get Help with questions about: Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicaid, Prescription assistance, Long-term care insurance, and Medicare fraud. Meet with a SHINE volunteer at area counseling sites or by telephone. We can do home visits for those who are housebound.
Please see the website for more information.
