Seniors Guide
Information, Assistance & Resources
- Benefits Checkup
Find programs and resources for people ages 55 and over. A service of the National Council on Aging. - Insurance Discount Class
Online course for Florida drivers 55 years of age or older; allows you to receive a mandatory reduction on your auto insurance rate. (Press Release) - Employment Assistance
Florida seniors 55 or older who meet income and employment guidelines. Senior Community Service Employment Program Contacts. - Retirement Calculators
How will retirement affect your expenses? Which savings or income sources will be the largest? Additional Resources (ChooseToSave.org).
Elder Services Directory Online
Florida Department of Elder Affairs
Resources Guide
Topics Include:
- Getting the Help You Need
- Disease Prevention & Medical Care
- Caregiver & Consumer Support
- Housing & Property Rights
- Insurance, Pensions & Retirement
- Elder Rights, Abuse & Fraud
- Safety & Emergency Services
- Life Planning & Related Preparations
Note: The following links are pdf files and require Acrobat Reader to view:
Senior Centers in Florida — Listings with phone numbers by Florida city
Statewide Organizations — Contact Information & Resources by Organization
Local senior helplines for counties with large elderly populations:
• Miami-Dade (305-670-4357) • Broward (954-714-3464) • Palm Beach (561-383-1130) • Pinellas (727-576-1533) • Hillsborough (800-336-2226) • Lee (866-505-4888) • Sarasota (866-505-4888) • Orange (407-897-6464) • Volusia (888-242-4464) • Brevard (321-631-2747)
For additional information on outreach to frail and underserved populations contact your Area Agency on Aging or call the Elder Helpline:
Elder Helpline: 1-800-963-5337
Area Agencies on Aging
Additional Resources for Florida Seniors
Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative (ADI)
Arthritis Foundation
Assisted Living Facilities Info
Consumer Complaints Guide — Contacts and assistance for consumer issues
Disabled Parking — Handicap Permits
Diseases & Treatments — webmd.com
Florida Health Guide — Health related topics and services from State of Florida.com.
Home and Community Based Services — helping elders stay in their homes
Housing Assistance Programs (All Types)
Insurance Information & Consumer Helpline
Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Information
Nursing Home Guide (Florida)
Nursing Home Watch List
Nursing Homes (Compare)
Rehabilitation Facilities Listing (Lookup)
Prescription Drug Information
Reverse Mortgages Information
Social Security Online
Transportation for the Disadvantaged
Additional Information: