Senior Friendship Centers offers Adult Day Care Services. Whether your loved one is frail, or has Alzheimer’s or other memory impairment, they are there to help. They will provide a safe environment for your loved one. Seniors will enjoy companionship and participate in programs and activities while you have time to care for yourself. Cost is $10 per hour. You can check for rates when you call. A sliding scale fee for individuals qualifying for assistance may be available. Contact for more information.

Services:

• Activities include exercise, current events, games, singing, dancing entertainment, see our newsletter for this month’s activities and menu
• Caregiver Support Group
• Medication administration and supervision
• Nursing supervision
• Nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack
• Transportation is based on location and availability

Locations:

Sarasota

Friendship Meals on Wheels offers nutritious meals delivered to your door. This is a good option for persons that are homebound or have just been released from the hospital. Or, those simply in need of good nutrition but are unable to cook for themselves. Meals are delivered daily, Monday through Friday, based on drivers’ schedules. Meals cost $5 per person or 7.50 for two meals delivered to the same address. Homebound individuals 60+ receiving case management services can receive meals through this program without charge or for a nominal donation. A one month advance deposit is required. Pay by check, debit or credit card. Call to sign up, or for more information.

Sarasota
941.556.3209

Venice, North Port & Englewood
941.584.0090

The Centers for Healthy Aging provide quality care for individuals 50+ who are uninsured or in financial need. Most sites accept Medicare. Patient fees are on a sliding scale based on ability to pay. Due to increasing demand, waiting lists may apply. Over the past two years, some patients experienced waits of up to three months or more for an appointment. In order to be considered for dental care patients must first be patients at the medical clinic. To learn if you qualify for care or to schedule an appointment contact.

Sarasota
1900 Brother Geenen Way
Sarasota, FL 34236
941.556.3220

Venice
2350 Scenic Drive
Venice, FL 34293
941.584.0041

This group offers senior housing. It offers a variety of living options. They are affordable and high-quality. Please call or visit the website for more information.

To find the community nearest you, go HERE

Living Options Include:

• Assisted Living
• Independent Living
• Memory Care
• Skilled Nursing

Florida Department of Elder Affairs provides help to Florida seniors.

They can help find elderly services such as:

• Long term care
• Medicaid
• Medicare
• Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders - SHINE Program
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program(Food Stamps)

Please call or visit website for more information.