Elder Helpline - Elder Options
This is free telephone help line. It connects seniors with information, services, and resources. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll-Free:1.800.262.2243
Email: options@agingresources.org
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Eldercare Locator- Administration for Community Living
The Eldercare Locator helps older people and their caregivers find helpful resources in their area. It’s a free service from the U.S. Administration on Aging. Please call or check the website to learn more.
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Support Services
Housing
Elder Rights
Health
Insurance and Benefits
Transportation
Elderly Care Referrals - SeniorCare.com
SeniorCare.com is a website that helps seniors and their families find information they need. It's a good idea to reach out or visit the agencies listed on the site to make sure you get all the details you need. For information you can call or check out the website to learn more.
Available Directories:
- Assisted Living
- Home Care
- Nursing Homes
- Adult Day Care
Family Action Program - CDS Family & Behavioral Health Services
This program has behavior health for children and teens ages 6 to 17. They offer short-term counseling for youth and their families. Counsellors can come to the home, or another location. There is no charge for eligible clients. Please visit the website to learn more.
Family Assistance Program - Operation First Response
This group offers a Family Assistance program. It is for military and veteran families. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Assistance May Include:
- Clothing
- Groceries
- Rent
- Travel Expenses to and From Major Medical Facilities
- Utilities
- Vehicle Payments
Family Empowerment Scholarship Program - Florida Department of Education
This program offers scholarships to students with Unique Abilities. Scholarships help families have school choices and/or use funds to help with educational needs. Please call or visit website for more information.
Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology (FAAST) - FAAST, Inc.
This program provides assistive technology. It offers a range of services. These are for people with disabilities. It is also for their families. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
- Services:
- Device Demonstrations
- Device Reuse & Reutilization
- Financial Loans
- Information & Assistance
- Public Awareness & Training
- Short-term Device Loans
Florida Crown WFB Old Town Site - ACCESS Site
This agency provides a computer for those applying for food stamps and other state benefits. Clients can also get a paper application if they wish. Please call to make an appointment.
Appointments: 352.955.6855
Services Include:
- Computer access
- Help with Food Stamps (EBT/SNAP), Medicaid, Temporary Cash Assistance application
- Use of copier or printer
Florida Dept. of Elder Affairs - SHINE
SHINE stands for "Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders". This is a free program and can answer questions about Medicare, Medicaid and insurance. Please call 1.800.262.2243 or go to website.
Florida Guardian ad Litem Program
This is a group that helps children and teens who have to go to court by themselves. They match the children with an adult who will help represent them in court. Please call or visit the website for more information.