What are the services availabe in Sarasota for seniors? Access the links below:
- Elder Hotline - If you are seeking assistance for an older adult, and calling from Florida, please call 1-800-96-ELDER. Outside of Florida, visit the Florida Aging and Disability Resource Center webpage to select the office that covers the county you are seeking help in. The Aging and Disability Resource Center will help you identify organizations that can best meet the needs of you and your family.
- Shine - SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and your local Area Agency on Aging. Specially trained volunteers can assist you with your Medicare, Medicaid, and health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information. SHINE services are free, unbiased, and confidential.
- Breeze Plus - Breeze Plus is an eligibility-based service. It encompasses the Americans with Disabilities Act, Transportation Disadvantaged, and Veterans Medical Programs. Riders may be eligible for more than one program. Call 941-861-1018 with questions regarding Breeze Plus eligibility or application status.
- ELder Law Attorneys -To assist you in your search for legal counsel and representation, the AgingCare Florida Elder Law Attorney Directory features descriptions of services, areas of specialization, and contact information for individual lawyers in Sarasota, FL.
- Friendship Home Delivered Meals - Friendship Home Delivered Meals are delivered to people who are 60 or older once a week. They can bring up to 7 frozen meals at a time. Call the Area Agency on Aging at 866.413.5337 to see if you are eligible for home-delivered meals.
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