Elderly ServicesThis group runs the Friendship Home Delivered Meals Program. It is an option for those who can’t cook or are homebound. The service is for people aged 60 and up. The meals are delivered once a week. Clients are usually given up to 7 frozen meals at one time. Please call or visit the website for more information.
To Determine Eligibility Call: 1.866.413.5337
Granny Nannies offers home health care 24 hours a day. They help people recover from illness or injury at home. This is so that they can avoid hospital and nursing home stays. They can help with meals. They can also help with housekeeping and personal chores. They also help with those who have trouble keeping up with their medications. Healthcare is given by CNAs and HHAs. Please call 941.870.7234 or visit their website to learn more.
Toll Free: 1.800.316.2669
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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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.
Medicare is a health insurance program. It is for people 65 or older. Certain people under the age of 65 may be eligible. They must meet certain eligibility requirements. This program helps with the cost of health care. It does not cover all medical expenses. Or the cost of long-term care. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Go HERE to locate the Social Security office nearest you.
Senior Friendship Centers provides resources for aging. They can offer case workers to help with getting elder services. They can also help with getting health insurance and help with food. This group also has programs for helping older adults who stay at home. In a crisis, they can provide help with financial or utility needs. They also offer legal help and support groups. Please call 941.955.2122 or visit their website to learn more.
This group runs the Senior Companions program. It offers help to frail elders and adults with disabilities. Volunteers staff the program. They are also seniors. The program helps ease loneliness and isolation of both clients and volunteers. Please call or visit the website for more information.
EyeCare America’s Senior Program helps seniors aged 65 and older protect their vision. It connects them with local, volunteer eye doctors. They can get a free eye exam and follow-up care for up to one year. Follow-up care is for any condition found during the initial eye exam. Visit the website to learn more.
