211 Helplinewww.211.org2-1-1 is a free and confidential service that helps people across North America find the local resources they need.
AAA – Area Agency on Agingwww.youragingresourcecenter.orgArea Agency on Aging supports and advocates for the independence, dignity, and well-being of seniors and adults with disabilities. Serving the Martin and Saint Lucie areas.
AARPwww.aarp.orgCaregiver Hotline – (877) 333-5885 – Senior and Caregiver resources.
Age and Disability Resource Center of Broward Countywww.adrcbroward.orgFinding information regarding services in Broward County available for seniors, persons with severe and persistent mental illness, ages 18 and over, their families, and caregivers.
Department of Elder Affairs elderaffairs.state.fl.usDepartment of Elder Affairs is the primary state agency administering human services programs to benefit Florida’s elders.
Elder Abuse – 1-800-96-ABUSEelderaffairs.state.fl.us/doea/report_abuseHow to Report Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation.
Elder Helpline – 1-800-96-ELDERelderaffairs.state.fl.us/doea/elder_helplineInformation regarding elder services and activities is available through the Elder Helpline.
Safety Net by LoJack – ID locator services – (561) 683-2700www.alzcare.orgPalm Beach, Martin, and St. Lucie County have a program sponsored by the Pilot International and Florida Sheriffs Association providing ID locator bracelets to at risk wandering seniors.
Shinefloridashine.orgThe SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) program provides health insurance information and free, unbiased, and confidential counseling assistance to Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers.
