Health ServicesMedicare is a Health Insurance Program for people age 65 or older. Some disabled people under age 65 and people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease may also apply.
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NORD offers resources for patients with rare diseases and their caregivers. These include free webinars, fact sheets, infographics, and more. The materials will provide guidance on the journey with a rare disease. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 800.999.6673
En Espanol: 844.259.7178
People who are disabled due to injury or disease may qualify for an assistance dog. These highly trained dogs are able to assist with many tasks. There are 4 types of assistance dogs:
This program educates the public about sexual health, STDs and other topics of interest.
Provide resources and information that is reliable, science-based, and stigma-free.
Call or visit website for more information.
Email: info@ashasexualhealth.org
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.
This group offers a support network. It is for those who are overcoming heart or stroke challenges. The network covers a variety of topics. People can share experiences and wisdom with others on the same path. You can learn how to make your experience smoother. You can also learn how to make it easier to manage. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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This agency offers a range of services to those with cancer. Someone is available to talk to 24 hours a day. You may also chat live with someone online.
Services include:
This agency provides hospice care. Hospice provides medical care and emotional, social, and spiritual support for patients and their families for end-of-life care.
Hospice staff provides care in places such as hospitals and nursing homes. They also provide care at home. Most people choose to receive their hospice care at home. The primary goal of hospice care is pain management and to provide patients comfort and dignity in their final days.
Tidewell has Hospice Houses in Manatee County. Patients can stay there and get care 24 hours a day. Please see the website for more information and locations.
