JFCS provides counseling and social services to those in need. They offer a helping hand and never turn clients away because they are unable to pay. Please call 941.366.2224 or visit their website to learn more.

LANFC has several programs for adults. They are an ACCESS site for anyone who would like to apply for food stamps and other state benefits online. Adults can learn English or take a basic computer class. A Family Specialist can offer support and referrals to area agencies (appointment needed). There are also social activities for seniors. Please see the website or call for times.

Offers help with the following:

• End of life planning
• Health care surrogates
• Powers of attorney
• Wills
• Health care
• Medicaid
• Nursing home placement

Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 5:00PM

Call for more information.

Legal Aid Services of Collier County provides the Senior Law Unit. This program offers legal assistant to Collier County residents who are 60 years of age or older. Some clients 55 or older may be eligible for certain services as well.

Senior services offered:

• Food Stamps
• SSI and Social Security
• Medicaid
• Medicare
• Managed Care and Long Term Care Issues
• Landlord Tenant Disputes
• Public/Subsidized Housing
• Eviction Defense
• Foreclosure Defense
• Access to Assisted Living or Nursing Home Care
• Informing seniors and their family members as to their legal rights
• Prevention of economic crimes and the exploitation of seniors

Please call or visit website for more information.

This group provides free civil legal help. Clients must live in the service area. Please call 904.356.8371 or go to the website to learn more.

Legal Services Offered:

• Consumer Law
• Elder Law
• Employment/Unemployment
• Family Law
• Health & Public Benefits
• Housing
• Immigration
• Legal Assistance for Nonprofit Organizations
• Sealing & Expungement of Criminal Arrest Records
• Veterans

The Life Enrichment Senior Center is a gathering place for those who are 50 years or older. There are many activities that take place at the center. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

At this facility:
Activity Center
Reading Center
Computer Lab
Meeting Rooms
Game Room
Billiard Table

Catholic Health Services provides Low Income Elderly Housing. Please call to learn more.

Marion Senior Services provides In-Home Support Services, such as:

• Adult Day Care
• Case Management
• Consumable Medical Supplies
• Emergency Alerts
• Energy Assistance
• Homemaker Services
• Legal Assistance
• Meals on Wheels
• Nutritional Supplements
• Personal Care
• Respite Care

There is a waiting list for most programs. Clients are ranked based on level of need. Fees for service are determined at the time of the in-home assessment. It will vary based on the client’s ability to pay. Fees range from no charge for Medicaid clients, to a small monthly co-pay for CCE clients, to full pay for private clients. Most programs are for persons at least 60 years of age. Medicaid also requires meeting income and asset criteria. The Home Care and Alzheimer’s programs require a caregiver in the home. Eligibility may also be based on need. Call for more information.

This facility provides care to elderly people who need help with daily tasks. They can help with tasks such as bathing or dressing, mobility and meal preparation. They provide transitional care for those who cannot live alone but do not need the full time services of a nursing home.

Please see the website for more information.

This agency provides free or low-cost meals to homebound seniors who cannot prepare their own food. Services may be free depending on each person's financial needs. Meals are delivered five days a week. They can deliver pet food once a month, usually for dogs and cats. Please call 352.527.5930 for more information.