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
This program helps fight elder abuse and neglect. The program also offers help with things like fraud and other scams that target seniors. They connect seniors with agencies that can help them. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
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.
Jewish Family & Community Service helps with social and community services. They may be able to help with Emergency Financial Assistance. JFCS does not accept walk-ins for financial assistance. You must contact 2-1-1 for the United Way’s referral service. You must first receive a referral from the United Way. Please visit 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.
Haven Hospice offers many healthcare services. Care is given wherever the patient calls home. They serve the North Central Florida region. Please call 877.379.6270 or visit website to learn more.
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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