Department 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***

This group provides help to Florida seniors. In this region, the help is provided by the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida. Please call 239.652.6900 or visit their website to learn more.

Toll Free: 1.866.413.5337

Services:

Two caregiver support groups are offered:

The Adult Children Support Group - The focus is on issues, concerns and questions adult children face as they care for a parent with memory loss. We also assist in teaching more about memory loss.

The Nursing Home/Assisted Living Issues Support Group - Topics covered:

• How to be active in the loved one's care
• How to make your visits more meaningful
• How to resolve concerns and communicate with facility staff
• State and federal regulations governing nursing homes and assisted living facilities
• The care plan process

This group is a closed meeting for family members only. Call 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 to learn more

Toll Free: 800.222.2225

We offer a support group designed for those who have early stage dementia and are seeking information and support. The group includes:

• Adjusting to new situations
• Coping with changes and feelings related to memory loss
• Topics such as questions and concerns about memory loss
• Wellness and support systems

This group meets twice per month for a four month period. Those interested must be interviewed first to determine whether this type of group is right for them. Call for more information.

The Heights Foundation offers Elder Services, such as:

• Advocacy
• Friendship
• Hot Lunch
• Supportive Programs

Call for more information.

The Eldercare Locator helps older people and their caregivers find helpful resources in their area. It’s a free service from the U.S. Administration on Aging. Please call or check the website to learn more.

Support Services
Housing
Elder Rights
Health
Insurance and Benefits
Transportation

SeniorCare.com is a website that helps seniors and their families find information they need. You can reach out or visit the agencies listed on the site to make sure you get all the details you may need. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

Available Directories:

• Assisted Living
• Home Care
• Nursing Homes
• Adult Day Care

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.