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 800.962.2873 or visit website for more information.
***To Report Adult Abuse call 800.962.2873***
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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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
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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FTRI provides specialized telephone equipment and ring signaling devices. The equipment is loaned to qualified, permanent Florida residents for as long as needed. These devices are loaned at no charge. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Voice: 800.222.3448
TTY: 888.447.5620
VP: 850.270.2641
This group offers Healthy Aging workshops. These are to help older adults lead a healthy, active lifestyle. The workshops are free. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Workshops Available:
This group can help with home and community-based care. Counselors can help clients understand the options that may be available. This help is a single-entry point to access a variety of programs. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Services Can Include:
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 .
