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Senior Services
Employment and Training
Career Central
Career Central provides support
with all aspects of employment search and training. Many organizations
and agencies work together with Career Central to connect job seekers
with employment and training opportunities. For more details call
352-200-3020 or visit their website
.
RSVP
The
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program
(RSVP) is America’s largest volunteer network for people age 55 and
over, offering a full range of volunteer opportunities with thousands of
local and national organizations. For more information call
352-796-8117 and visit the
website.
Experience Works (SCSEP)
Senior Community Service Employment Program
SCSEP is a program operated by the
U.S.
Department of Labor that serves individuals with low incomes who are
55 and over and have limited employment prospects. Eligible individuals
are placed in paying, part-time, community service assignments in
not-for-profit organizations or governmental entities with a goal of
transitioning to unsubsidized employment. For more information call the
local office in the Career Central building at 352-200-3042 and visit
the
website
Older Worker Program (SCSEP)
Florida Institute for Workforce
Innovation (FIWI) SCSEP is a program operated by the
U.S. Department of Labor hat serves individuals with low
incomes who are 55 and over and have limited employment prospects.
Eligible individuals are placed in paying, part-time, community service
assignments in not-for-profit organizations or governmental entities
with a goal of transitioning to unsubsidized employment. For more
information, please call 352-244-5142 and visit the
website.
AARP
Provides information on working after retirement and job hunting in
addition to other helpful information and resources.
Employ Florida
Marketplace
This page contains
links to information that is of interest to older workers and retired
seniors.
Crisis Intervention & Safety
The Florida Adult Services Program
A division of the Florida Department of Children and Families is
dedicated to protecting vulnerable adults from further abuse, neglect,
or exploitation and enabling disabled adults to remain in the community.
352-860-5083.
Dawn Center
Elder abuse is any act that results in harm to the welfare or health of
an elderly person. The Dawn Center cares and is committed to stopping domestic
violence in every area of our community. For more information contact 686-8759.
For free counseling call 799-0657.
Care Line
A program established for the security and well being of those living alone
who would like daily contact with someone who cares. To participate in this
program, request an application from the Hernando County Sheriff's Office,
(352) 754-6830, ext. 300.
Safety Phones for Seniors
Enhances the safety of senior crime victims and seniors at-risk from becoming
victims of crime with the use and access of 911 through cell phones. To
participate in this program, contact the Hernando County Sheriff's Office,
(352) 754-6830, ext. 315.
Mid-Florida Community Services
Community Care for The Elderly
This state funded program provides a community-based service, which offers
an alternative to nursing home or institutional care. To qualify for the
various services, the client must be 60 years of age or over and be functionally
impaired. Fees are assessed on a sliding scale basis, dependent on individual
income and current expenses. In many cases, no fee is assessed. However
contributions are welcomed. Service provided includes Case Management, Emergency
Alert Response, Home Delivered Meals, Homemaker Service, Personal Care,
and Respite. 352-796-1425
Safe Return Program
Alzheimer's Association Safe Return is a nationwide identification, support
and enrollment program that provides assistance when a person with Alzheimer's
or a related dementia wanders and becomes lost locally or far from home.
Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 1-888-572-8566
www.alz.org/safereturn
Nursing Homes/Assisted Living Facilities/
Adult Family Care Homes
Skilled Nursing Facility
Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) are freestanding nursing homes that provide
nursing care,
personal care, and custodial care to people who are ill or physically infirm.
They are not part of a
hospital. Some SNFs are part of a continuing care retirement community (CCRC)
and are
governed through special contracts. There are two main types of nursing
homes in Florida -
Skilled Nursing Facilities and Skilled Nursing Units.
Skilled Nursing Facilities
Skilled Nursing Units
Assisted Living Facilities
Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) are licensed facilities that provide housing,
meals, personal care services, and supportive services to older persons
and disabled adults who are unable to live independently. ALFs are intended
to be an alternative to more restrictive, institutional settings for individuals
who need housing and supportive services, but do not need 24 hour nursing
supervision.
Assisted Living Facilities
Adult Family Care Homes
An adult family-care home provides a full-time, family-type living arrangement
in a private home
for up to five aged or disabled people who are not related to the owner.
The owner lives in the
same house as the residents and provides housing, meals, and personal services;
however,
services vary. Adult family care homes are required to be licensed and inspected
by the state of
Florida.
Adult Family Care Homes
These listings are maintained by the Agency of Health
Care Administration and can be viewed at
http://facilitylocator.floridahealthstat.com
along with other important information.
Related links
http://www.floridaaffordableassistedliving.org/
http://www.flicra.com/
http://www.ccal.org/
http://ltcop.myflorida.com/
Senior Nutrition/Community Activities
Enrichment Center
The Enrichment Centers serve the community residents who are 55 years and
older, or individuals with special needs. The Center is a focal point
of health information and community services, as well as a means for an
individual to socialize and maintain a healthy, active lifestyle. Call 597-6331
for more information.
Home Delivered Meals
Mid-Florida Community Services offer this federally funded service of the
Older American Act Title III Program for persons 60 years of age or over.
The most needy of our community will be given priority for this service.
There is no fee for the service, but all contributions are very much appreciated.
For more information call 796-1425.
Congregate Meals
Mid-Florida Community Services offer this federally funded service of the
Older American Act Title III Program for persons 60 years of age or over.
The most needy of our community will be given priority for the service.
There is no fee for the service, but all contributions are very much appreciated.
For more information and to reserve a meal call 796-1425.
Meal Sites
Brooksville Dining Site at Oak Hill Enrichment Center
(open weekdays from 9:00am until 4:00pm)
670 South Broad Street, Brooksville, FL 34601
South Brooksville Dining Center
841 School Street, Brooksville, FL 34601
Ridge Manor Community Center Dining Site
34240 Cortez Blvd, Ridge Manor, FL 3352
Spring Hill Dining Site at Oak Hill Enrichment Center
(open weekdays from 9:00am until 4:00pm)
11375 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34613
Seniors in the Park
An activity that allows seniors to listen to speakers on health related
topics that concern seniors. Seniors are also able to socialize with other
seniors in a beautiful park setting. Snacks, coffee & juice provided. Pre-Registration
required. This resource is made possible by Oak Hill Hospital, Hernando
County Recreation, Hernando Today & Pepsi. For more information or to reserve
a spot, call 597-6333.
Programs for Older Adults
Mid-Florida Community Services, Inc. is a local not-for-profit agency that
provides a variety of social services to the elderly. Call 796-1425 for
information and assistance with the following:
- Alzheimer's Disease Respite
- Homemaking
- Personal Care
- Home Delivered Meals
- Emergency Home Energy Assistance
- Nutrition and Supportive Services
- Older Worker Training Program
- Transportation
- Rent, Prescription and Food Vouchers
Alzheimers Association
The State of Florida currently funds 13 Memory Disorder Clinics that provide
comprehensive assessments, diagnostic services, and treatment to individuals
who exhibit symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and related memory disorders.
The clinics develop training programs and materials and conduct training
for caregivers, respite service providers and health care professionals
in the care of persons with Alzheimer's disease or related memory disorders.
Memory Disorder Clinics are also responsible for conducting applied
research that is service-related and selected in conjunction with the Department
of Elder Affairs. Clinics are established at medical schools, teaching hospitals,
and public and private not-for-profit hospitals throughout the state in
accordance with F.S., Chapter
430.502. Listed below is the memory disorder clinic located in your area.
The Alzheimer's Association - Florida Gulf Coast Chapter is part of a national
voluntary health agency dedicated to providing education programs and support
services to people affected by Alzheimer's disease in the Florida Counties
of Charlotte, Citrus, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardy, Hendry, Hernando,
Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Polk, Pasco, Pinellas, Sarasota and
Sumter.
Local Information:
HERNANDO, PASCO, CITRUS & SUMTER COUNTIES
4108 Lamson Avenue
Spring Hill, FL 34608
352-688-4537
Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (S.H.I.N.E.)
The S.H.I.N.E. Program provides elders and their caregivers with
information and unbiased health insurance counseling. Through a network
of trained volunteer counselors, assistance is provided regarding
Medicare, Prescription Assistance, Long-Term Care Insurance, Medicaid,
and a variety of other health insurance issues. (800) 963-5337 for
assistance.
Little Red Schoolhouse 1208 Kenlake Avenue, Spring Hill, Wednesdays,
11:00am – 12:00pm
NAMI – Beautiful Mind, 10554 spring Hill Drive, Spring Hill, Wednesday
3:00pm – 5:00pm **(Open only to NAMI consumers and their guests)
1. Brooksville Enrichment Center 352-544-5900
2. Spring Hill Enrichment Center 352-597-6331
3. East Hernando Library 352-754-4443
Florida's Long Term Care Ombudsman Program
A volunteer based organization seeking to improve the quality of life of
vulnerable elders who live in long-term care settings, including nursing
homes, assisted living facilities and adult facility care homes. For more
information call 1-888-831-0404 or visit the website.
Comprehensive Assessment and Review for Long Term Care Services (CARES)
CARES is a federally mandated nursing home pre-admission assessment program.
Persons who are applying for Medicaid nursing home care are assessed by
either a CARES nurse or social worker, and medically reviewed by a physician
prior to approval. The office listed services Hernando, Citrus, Sumter,
Lake and Marion Counties.
3B CARES Office
1515 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
Suite 203
Ocala, Fl 34470
(352) 620-3457
Medication Use Safety Training for
Seniors
A program launched by The National Council on Patient Information and
Education, a non-profit coalition of more than 100 organizations working
to improve communication on the appropriate use of medicines has a
national education awareness campaign to promote safe and appropriate
medicine use among America’s older adults. For more information about
the program and safely using medicines visit the MUST for Seniors
website at www.mustforsenior.org
or call (301)-340-3940 .
Seniors EyeCare Program
Ensures that every senior has access to medical eye care and promotes
annual, dilated eye exams. The program raises awareness about
age-related eye disease, including cataracts, provides free eye care
educational material and facilitates access to eye care at no out-of
pocket cost. The program is designed for people who are US citizens or
legal residents, are age 65 and older, have not seen an ophthalmologist
in three (3) years or more, and do not belong to an HMO or the VA. Call
the toll-free helpline 800-222-3937 to request free eye care educational
materials and determine if they qualify for care from one of EyeCare
America’s 7,500+ volunteer ophthalmologists nationwide.
Florida Long Term Ombudsman
ombudsman.myflorida.com
Alzheimer Association
www.alz.org/flgulfcoast
Alzheimer Family Organization
A voluntary based health organization dedicated to providing support
services, educational programs, and assistance to those people afflicted
with Alzheimer’s disease and their family. Please call 1-888-496-8004 or
visit their website at
www.alzheimersfamily.org
Elder Options
A non-profit organization that serves as the Aging Resource Center for
Mid-Florida. The resource center provides information on program that
can help older people remain active and independent. Their mission is to
empower elders, their families and caregivers to make informed choices
about aging in place with dignity, purpose and security. For more
information contact the Elder helpline 1-800-963-5337 or visit their
website at
www.agingresources.org
Mid-Florida Area Agency on Aging
www.mfaaa.org/services.aspx
Department of Elder Affairs
elderaffairs.state.fl.us/index.php
Department of Elder Affairs
The Florida Department of Elder Affairs is the agency constitutionally designated
by
Florida voters to "serve as the primary state agency" responsible for administering
human
services programs for the elderly, (Section 430.03 Florida Statutes). Its
purpose is to
serve elders in all aspects possible, ways to help them keep their self-sufficiency
and self-
determination.
Other Helpful Links
Agency for Health Care Administration
http://www.fdhc.state.fl.us/index.shtml
Volunteers in HealthCare
http://www.volunteersinhealthcare.org/home.htm
Administration on Aging http://www.aoa.gov/
Office of the Assistant Secretary of Planning and Evaluation
http://aspe.hhs.gov/_/index.cfm
Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services
http://www.cms.hhs.gov/
Florida Medical Quality Insurance, Inc http://www.fmqai.com/
Florida Medicare http://www.floridamedicare.com/
Medicare http://www.medicare.gov/
United States Department of Health http://www.hhs.gov/
Florida Council on Aging, website is
http://www.fcoa.org/
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