Elderly ServicesThe NIA provides information and resources. These are to help individuals learn to be an effective caregiver. For a friend or family member with a serious health condition. Please visit the website for more information.
Toll Free: 800.222.2225
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The group believes that services should be strong enough so individuals can be supported in their own home. Or other community-based settings. The group does not help people directly but has several programs to help connect them with services that do. These programs help older adults and people with disabilities. Helps them find supports and services that are needed to successfully live in their communities. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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Department of Children and Families provides Adult Protective Services. They help adults who may be at risk of being harmed or neglected. DCF also helps when an adult is unable to take care of themselves properly. Clients may be elderly or have a disability. Please call 1.800.962.2873 or visit website for more information.
This agency has many services for Florida's seniors. Each county has its own telephone number. You may also use the statewide toll-free number.
See the Florida Department of Elder Affairs website for more information.
Here you can find information about the following:
Toll Free: 1.800.955.8770
TDD: 1.800.955.8771
This agency offers information and workshops for seniors. They can get benefits counseling on the phone. Caregivers can take a training course. There are many useful links on the website. Please call or see the 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 Eldercare Locator helps people find services for the elderly. It lists information about local agencies that give help for the aged.
Home Health Care Agencies provides referrals. A care advisor may be available to speak with you about your options. Please call or visit website for more information.
This website has a database that lets users find available transportation services. There are many options to choose from. Please see the website for more information.
This Care Center provides end-of-life care. It address the physical, social, spiritual and emotional care of each patient. There are services for family members as well. The Care Center is there for those who can no longer remain in their home. The 16-bed center provides all the comfort of home along with full hospice services. Please see the website for more information.
Toll Free: 1.800.727.1889
