Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly (EHEAP) provides assistance with utility bills. They may also supply blankets, heaters and fans. Go to website.

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.

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:

• A Matter of Balance
• Diabetes Empowerment Education (DEEP)
• Tai Chi Program

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:

• Case management
• Emergency alert to notify of a fall
• Financial Assistance
• Home Delivered Meals
• Homemaking Services
• Personal Care
• Respite Care

SREC offers case management, caregiver allowance and special funding. It is for seniors over 60 who need 24 hour care.

Please call for more information or go to website.

This group offers aging related programs. Home Care for the Elderly is called HCE for short. It provides a variety of services. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Services:

• Basic Subsidy
• Caregiver Allowance
• Case Management
• Services and Supplies
• Specialized Medical Equipment

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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