AAANF, Area Agency on Aging for North Florida, Inc

AKA:

Elder Helpline, Advantage Aging Solutions

Description:

*Area Agency on Aging for North Florida (aka Advantage Aging Solutions) serves the public through the Elder Helpline and website as a network of information, referral and assistance to seniors, caregivers, professionals, and general public
*SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders), Senior Wellness, Caregiver Support, and prescription assistance
*EHEAP - Utility assistance (heating and cooling only, not water) for seniors 60+ who already have or are about 5 days away from a disconnect notice and meet federal income guidelines; assistance consists of screening, information and referrals to other agencies such as Elder Care in Leon and Senior Centers in outlying counties; callers given thorough explanation of eligibility and what to expect when contacting agencies; utility payment assistance may be sporadic due to variations in funding
*Agencies they refer to may run out of funds before the end of the month
*Assistance may be available once per cooling season and once per heating season
*Provides elder services during disasters
*Assist individuals with accessing Medicaid Long Term Care and other home and community based services
*Area Resource Directory at https://www.navigateresources.net/psa02/Search.aspx
*Offers free virtual classes for older adults taught by peers

Intake Process:

Call or go online

Program Fees:

None

Languages:

English

Eligibility:

Persons 60+, or anyone with a concern relating to a senior citizen or any person with a disability

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

July 18, 2023

Volunteer Opportunities:

Call