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Florida elder services directory (opens in a new tab)

The Department of Elder Affairs administers programs and services for elders across the state of Florida through 11 Area Agencies on Aging, which operate as Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs). These ADRCs function as a single, coordinated system for information and access to services for all Floridians seeking long-term care resources. The ADRCs provide information and assistance about state and federal benefits, as well as available local programs and services. See below to contact your local ADRC.

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Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA) · Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs) / 11 Area Agencies on Aging (PSAs 1–11) (opens in a new tab)

11 Area Agencies on Aging / ADRCs overview

The Department of Elder Affairs administers programs and services for elders across the state of Florida through 11 Area Agencies on Aging, which operate as Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs). These ADRCs function as a single, coordinated system for information and access to services for all Floridians seeking long-term care resources. The ADRCs provide information and assistance about state and federal benefits, as well as available local programs and services. See below to contact your local ADRC.

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Florida Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative information (opens in a new tab)

Established by legislation in 1985, Florida’s Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative (ADI) aims to support individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) by providing essential services that adapt to their evolving needs.

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Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA) · Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative (ADI) — Respite & Memory Disorder Clinics (opens in a new tab)

Alzheimer's Disease Initiative (ADI)

Established by legislation in 1985, Florida’s Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative (ADI) aims to support individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) by providing essential services that adapt to their evolving needs.

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SHINE Medicare counseling information (opens in a new tab)

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.

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Florida SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders — DOEA) · Florida SHINE Medicare Counseling Program (opens in a new tab)

SHINE Medicare Counseling overview

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.

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Florida long-term care ombudsman information (opens in a new tab)

The mission of the Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is to improve the quality of life for all Florida long-term care residents by advocating for and protecting their health, safety, welfare and rights.

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Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (DOEA) · Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (opens in a new tab)

Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

The mission of the Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is to improve the quality of life for all Florida long-term care residents by advocating for and protecting their health, safety, welfare and rights.

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Florida centers for independent living information (opens in a new tab)

CILs are consumer-driven, non-profit organizations who support community living and independence for people with disabilities based on the belief that all people can live with dignity, make their own choices and participate fully in society. ​CILs provide tools and supports for integrating people with disabilities fully into their communities. ​​CILs serve all disabilities and all ages in every county in Florida.

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Florida Association of Centers for Independent Living (FACIL) · Florida Centers for Independent Living — Home (opens in a new tab)

Florida Association of Centers for Independent Living (FACIL) overview

CILs are consumer-driven, non-profit organizations who support community living and independence for people with disabilities based on the belief that all people can live with dignity, make their own choices and participate fully in society. ​CILs provide tools and supports for integrating people with disabilities fully into their communities. ​​CILs serve all disabilities and all ages in every county in Florida.

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Official state service profiles

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