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***
Canned food is collected and given to eligible residents in time of emergency. Medical equipment like canes, walkers and wheelchairs are also available for loan to residents in need. Please call 954.746.3670 for more information or go to website.
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
Center for Hearing and Communication has devices to help Florida residents with difficulties in hearing and communicating.
Assistive Devices may include:
Telephones
Amplified ring, flashing light, vibration alert for phone
Doorbell, knock and intercom
Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
Alarm clock timer and watch
For a full list of services and products call 954.601.1930 or go to website.
This group offers a variety of home health services. They are designed to keep patients safe, healthy, and independent. They care for you in your own home. Please call 1.866.366.1542 or visit the website for locations and more information.
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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 or visit the website to learn more.
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Jewish Community Services of South Florida delivers kosher meals to home bound people. Dignity is of the utmost concern, private one-on-one appointments are scheduled at convenient times. Please call 305.576.6550 or go to website.
This program provides carpentry, plumbing, electrical and other minor home repairs. They make these repairs to help the health and safety of the clients. Must be 60 or older in owner-occupied homes. For more information go to website.
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The Miramar Assisting Seniors in their Homes (MASH) is an emergency assistance program by the city of Miramar. Residents over 60 can apply to receive emergency help to pay house bills. Eligibility required. For more information call 954.889.2700 or go to website.
