programs & SERVICES
Adult day care
Al’z Place
Al’z Place provides adult day care for people age 18+ with Alzheimer’s disease or severe memory impairment.
nutrition
Meals on Wheels
Offering congregate meal sites and home-delivered meals for seniors.
Health
Senior Recreation Center
Dedicated center where seniors can socialize, access services, participate in fun and educational activities, and stay engaged with their peers.
SUPPORT
Community Based Services
Person-centered assistance provided in the community.
vision
Independence with Low Vision
Provides training for adults and seniors who have experienced severe vision loss or blindness.
SUPPORT
Home Based Services
Assist individuals in performing instrumental activities of daily living.
recent news
florida department of elder affairs
The 2023 Disaster Resource Guide for Older Adults Is Here!
The Department’s Emergency Coordinating Officer coordinates with the Florida Division of Emergency Management on emergency preparedness issues and post-disaster response. The Department ensures that the Area Agencies on Aging and local service providers have all-hazards Disaster and Continuity of Operations Plans to be implemented during a threat of imminent disaster.
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