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.
The NIA offers information and resources on aging. They help others learn to be caregivers. This is for a friend or family member with a serious health condition. Please call or visit website for more information.
Toll Free: 1.800.222.2225
TTY: 800.222.4225
The Council on Aging offers plan of care services for seniors. Those who apply or pay for assistance are provided with personal care, meal services, guardianship and community resources. Please call or visit the website for more information.
The Eldercare Locator helps older adults and caregivers find state and local resources. It is a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging.
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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.
The Florida Department of Elder Affairs provides help to Florida's seniors. The Aging and Disability Center can help the elderly find many essential services. Please call or visit the website for more information.
The FDOT runs the Safe Mobility for Life Program. One service they offer is called Find a Ride Florida. It offers seniors access to local medical and non-medical transportation options. This is to help make sure they can remain independent within their communities. Find a ride does not offer any services. The program just helps people find transportation providers in their area. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Granny Nannies offers 24-hour home health care services to assist individuals in recovering from illness or injury at home, aiming to avoid hospital and nursing home stays. Their support includes help with meals, housekeeping, personal chores, and medication management, provided by Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Home Health Aides (HHAs). Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 1.800.316.2669
Hospice of the Comforter provides nursing care to those with end-of-life issues. They are provided at home, hospital or nursing care facility. Each patient has an individualized care plan.
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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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