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DEAR SENIORS, PROFESSIONALS AND FRIENDS:

Thank you so much for picking up the Annual 2026 edition of the Seniors Blue Book! We value and welcome your feedback, and hope you enjoy this edition!

At Seniors Blue Book, we pride ourselves on compiling a complete book of resources for seniors, their caregivers, family members, and our respected senior industry professionals. Our goal is to educate and provide helpful resources to the community. Part of that includes getting this guide into the hands of all who need it! As always, we ask that you please tell our supporting partners that you heard of them from the Seniors Blue Book, so that we can continue to bring you this valuable resource guide FOR FREE!

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At Seniors Blue Book, we feel Knowledge is Power and our goal is to provide you to be proactive vs reactive when it comes to crafting a plan for aging well. We do this by providing consistent education, whether that be in person at one of our SBB University programs, on our digital article library which hosts thousands of educational editorials at seniorsbluebook.com/articles, or even on our local Facebook page at facebook.com/ SeniorsBlueBookMSC. Additionally, we encourage you to

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The Seniors Blue Book is an Authoritative Publication with the ability to be trusted as accurate, true and reliable. We work diligently to provide you with the most comprehensive and up-to-date resources so that you can make educated, informed decisions regarding optimal living and healthy aging.

If you find yourself searching for senior housing options or care at home, review our com-prehensive comparison grids, where you will find communities and agencies catalogued with specific amenities and services. These grids allow you to compare all the companies in our three county area – so you know what services are offered.

We are always just a call away, so feel free to contact us directly if you need further assistance and we can help guide you in the right way. We encourage you to save our direct number 941-3513630, so that we are always there for you when you need us most!

Thank you and enjoy!

HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE

Getting Started Is Easy

Our guide is divided into 3 distinct sections and divided by color tabs.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES

HEALTH AT HOME

HOUSING OPTIONS

SALT (Seniors &Law Enforcement Together)

Seniors vs. Crime

941-861-4084

4148 20th St. W., Bradenton 34205 800-203-3099

State Attorney’s Office (Manatee)

UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County Twin Lakes Park, 6700 Clark Rd., Sarasota 34241.

Plant Clinic.

941-861-9900

941-861-9807

Education programs and consumer information on resource conservation, foods, nutrition, home economics and family budgeting.

COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS & CLINICS

These are divisions of the state government that oversee licensing and services in regard to senior housing, home care, and other services.

CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County

1100 Loveland Blvd., Port Charlotte 33980 941-624-7200

Services are provided on a sliding fee scale basis for family planning, sexually transmitted diseases, counseling and treatment.

Meals on Wheels of Charlotte County

3082 Tamiami Trl., Port Charlotte 33952 941-625-4343

Provides services to homebound seniors in Charlotte County.

Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic 21297 Olean Blvd.

MANATEE COUNTY

Bradenton Family Medical Center

4805 26th St. W., Bradenton 34207 941-753-7843 East Manatee Health and

COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES

This section is alphabetized by category and broken down by county. You will find hundreds of di erent services and organizations that work with seniors and their families. This includes professional services such as Adult Day, Care Management, Elder Law, Social Security, Senior Centers, etc...

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HOME HEALTH CARE

This section features Home Health Care. Familiarize yourself with the di erent services that are o ered by each agency. You will find definitions about each service at the beginning of this section. Many options exist; we hope this will help you find a provider to meet your specific needs.

941-326-34101,2,S••••••$2,110350•S•••

941-242-7913 1,2,S•••••$1,835154••••

129 941-242-79131,2,S•••$2,013242•S•••

140 941-421-76231,2 ••$2,705110•• SARASOTA

119 941-955-90991,2,S••$3,45060S•

941-244-46351,2,S••••$3,450341•S••

941-724-83121,2 •$2,200183•••

136 941-355-03031,2,S•••$4,25080S••

941-263-00221,2,S••$5,045165•••••

941-876-56021,2,S•••$4,400192•••••

941-208-15361,2,3•••$3,354300••••

SENIOR HOUSING 3

First you should familiarize yourself with the many options available and determine which one is best for your needs. You will find definitions of each type of housing at the beginning of the housing section. Then turn to our easy to read comparison grids. The grids are divided into 3 categories, depending on the type of community: Independent Living / Retirement, Assisted Living / Memory Care Communities, and Skilled Nursing Facilities. The communities are listed by county so you can zero in on the specific areas you are looking for.

You will also find many feature articles throughout the publication. These articles are written by local experts on a variety of topics that can aid you in making the right choices.

ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITY

The Alloro at University Groves (ad p2, 10, 124)

3540 Broadway Ave., Sarasota 34243. . .

NeuroChallenge Foundation for Parkinson’s (ad p93)

722 Apex Rd. Ste. A, Sarasota 34240 . .

NeuroChallenge.org

World of ChuckO! - Arts, Entertainment, Education! . . . . . . .

Our 501(c)3 Organization serves the Senior Care and Special Needs Communities and CHILDREN of ALL AGES!

YMCA (ad p101) .

Bradenton Branch YMCA

Englewood Family YMCA

Franz Ross Port Charlotte YMCA.

MANATEE

Daybreak Adult Day Center (ad p41)

811 23rd Ave. E., Bradenton 34208 ............................. 941-747-4655

Manatee County Community Services 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton 34205 ........................ 941-749-3030

Town Square University Parkway (ad p14)

8450 Lockwood Ridge Rd. Unit 55, Sarasota 34243 ................ 941-277-5048

SARASOTA

Sarasota County Community Services 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota 34236. .

Senior Friendship Centers (ad p85) 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 .......................

ADULT DAY PROGRAMS

Adult day programs are for individuals who need a place to stay during the day because of di culty functioning alone.

ActivAge Day Time Senior Care (ad p32 INS)

3626 Tamiami Trl., Port

Senior discounts

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

AMC Theatres ........ Discounted tickets

Just select senior pricing when checking out online.

Regal Cinema .................... varies

Regal senior pass discounts will vary by movie and showtime; however, you can expect to save up to $3 on the price of regular adult admission. To purchase a senior pass, a person must be 60 years of age or older

Senior Friendships Centers ..... Free Trial

5 Day Free Trial for Activity Center

US National Parks ................ varies Discounted $20 annual park pass or $80 lifetime park pass, plus pass holders get up to 50% o select amenities (additional $10 fee if ordered online) ... 62+, must be a US citizen or permanent resident

RESTAURANTS

AT&T. .

Senior discounts

#735B2A

SHOPPING & MISCELLANEOUS

varies

Discounted $60 Unlimited 55+ plan. $10 o per line and 15% o accessories for AARP members 50+ with AARP membership, otherwise 55+

Goodwill ................... 10-20% o

Every Tuesday, 60+

Home Depot .

10% o

Must be active duty or retired military

Kohl’s ........................ 15% o

Every Wednesday (in-store only), 60+

Lens Crafters ..................... 30%

Discount available for AARP members

Lowe’s Veteran Program.

. 10% o your purchase. Military veterans must first enroll online; valid photo ID required at checkout

Michaels ...................... 10% o Requires free Michaels Rewards account. . . 55+

Petsmart ...................... 10% o

10% o purchase, 10% o grooming on Tuesdays, 10% o overnight pet boarding

Ross Dress for Less .

Every Tuesday, 55+

. 10% o

The UPS Store ............... 5% & 15% 5% o shipping and 15% o other products and services, requires AARP membership, 50+

TJ Maxx. . .

. 10% o

Discount on certain days of the month for senior citizens 55+

Town Square University Parkway ..........................varies

• Free Support Groups and Educational Classes are open to the public.

• Respite available for those who RSVP.

• Free adult day and senior center services for qualifying veterans.

• 50% o of the community fee when you mention Senior Blue Book

Verizon ......................... varies

Discounted 55+ Unlimited Plan starting at $60 for one line (only available to Florida residents) 55+

Walgreens. .

20% o on the first Tuesday of the month (requires free myWalgreens membership)

AARP members earn additional Walgreens Cash

Care with a Vintage Touch

Town Square University Parkway is a 1950s-themed senior center and adult day program serving Sarasota and Manatee counties.

Designed to look like a mid-century town, it features storefronts like a diner, theater, art studio, garage, and library that support reminiscence therapy— helping seniors, especially those with dementia, stay engaged and connected.

Families consistently give FIVE-STAR reviews, praising the compassionate sta , fun environment, and the noticeable di erence it makes in their loved ones’ lives. One caregiver shared, “This program has been a godsend to our entire family.”

including primary care, psychiatric care, therapy services and lab work—creating a one-stop solution for families.

Weekly caregiver support groups and educational events include FREE respite care. This gives caregivers a muchneeded break while helping them gain the tools and resources they need to successfully support a loved one living with a cognitive impairment.

With its unique setting and wholeperson approach, Town Square University Parkway is transforming the way we care for seniors in our community, from $18-$21 an hour. FREE for qualifying Veterans.

To learn more visit us at 8450 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243, or call (941) 277-5048.

1st Monday (6 PM - 7 PM) 1stMonday(6PM-7PM)

1st Tuesday (3 PM - 4 PM) 1stTuesday(3PM-4PM)

2nd & 4th Tuesday (2:30 PM - 4 PM) 2nd&4thTuesday(2:30PM-4PM)

More than just a day center, Town Square o ers on-site medical care, 3rd Wednesday (9 AM - 10 AM) 3rdWednesday(9AM-10AM)

3rd Tuesday (2:30 PM - 4 PM) 3rdTuesday(2:30PM-4PM)

Wednesday (3 PM - 4 PM) 3rdWednesday(3PM-4PM)

Aging in Place at Home Has Never Been

More Tailored and A ordable Compassionate Care That Puts Seniors in Control

The greatest care is the kind that lets you stay exactly where you belong — at home.

At Age In Place Care Solutions, we believe there’s no better place to age than at home, surrounded by comfort, dignity, and familiar routines. We help seniors maintain their independence while providing families with peace of mind.

What makes us di erent is our empowering, cost-saving model. Families can choose their own private caregivers directly, giving them more control, flexibility, and meaningful savings — without sacrificing quality or trust. Our mission is to provide compassionate, personalized care while honoring each

person’s voice, lifestyle, and evolving needs.

We build life long bonds that support independence and foster connections. Whether you’re planning ahead or need care now, we’re here to help with guidance, flexible options, and heartfelt support.

Schedule your no obligation consultation today or learn more at AGEINPLACECARE.com

What’s the Secret to a Long, Independent Life?

You can’t read the news without hearing confusing reports on how to age in a healthy way.

Is it drinking a glass of wine every day? A routine sleep schedule? Eating more eggs – or fewer eggs?

Whether you’re 45 or 75, what can you do to live a longer and healthier life?

The key is having health care providers who treat you as a whole person, says Deb Geihsler, CEO and Co-founder of

best-selling author and international expert in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s.

Today, Grey Matters is the first primary care clinic in the nation that focuses solely on managing cognitive health and preventing cognitive decline by combining Dr. Bredesen’s protocols with a primary care approach.

Patient testimonials show the clinic is making a di erence. Said one patient: “I feel like a totally di erent person.

You’re a whole person, and that’s how you should be treated.

Grey Matters Health in Sarasota.

“If you’re just being treated for your diabetes or heart disease, who is managing your overall health? You’re a whole person, and that’s how you should be treated,” she said.

“We use the principles of functional medicine to identify the root causes of your health concerns – not just your symptoms to promote lasting wellness. That means we treat you with primary and integrated care that’s evidencebased, plus ongoing support throughout your life.”

Along with primary care and functional medicine, Grey Matters specializes in preventing, delaying or even reversing cognitive decline. Geihsler co-founded Grey Matters with Dale Bredesen, M.D.,

Even my family members have noticed a di erence in my behavior. We feel like we have someone who is really taking care of us.”

Editor’s Note: Grey Matters is located at 2801 Fruitville Rd, Suite 290, Sarasota. Grey Matters also has locations in Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra Beach, as well as treating patients around the nation remotely.

Call (941) 529-0077 for a free 30-minute session. Also, ask about the Medicare GUIDE Model that o ers additional benefits to qualifying Medicare beneficiaries.

Visit www.GreyMattersHealth.org for more details.

ATTORNEY

Mortellaro Law (ad p35)

6901 Professional Pkwy. Ste. 246, Lakewood Ranch 34240. .

Robles Law, P.A. (ad p23) 7729 Holiday Dr., Sarasota 34231 .

BARIATRIC CARE

AdventHealth Port Charlotte (ad p55, 96 INS) 2500 Harbor Blvd., Port Charlotte 33952 .

Call if a person has exhibited some extreme behavior that insinuates a mental illness, and without care or treatment, may result in harm to themselves or to others.

Bayside Center for Behavioral Health 1650 South Osprey Ave., Sarasota 34239. .

Centerstone Behavioral Hospital and Addiction Center 2020 26th Ave. E., Bradenton, 34208.

Twin Rivers Pathways (ad p20)

4161 Tamiami Trl. Unit 302, Port Charlotte 33952 .................

www.dmhbh.org

Twin Rivers Pathways (ad p20)

4161 Tamiami Trl. Ste. 302, Port Charlotte 33952.

www.dmhbh.org

AdventHealth Port Charlotte (ad p55, 96

Lutheran

Payable on Death?

Quite often, I am told “All of my accounts have beneficiaries listed.” It is usually a way that a client tries to avoid disclosing information about their asset holdings.

This is a major mistake that is often discovered when it is too late, which could lead to unintended consequences (probate, guardianship, or litigation).

Beneficiaries can be listed on certain accounts as a payable on death/ transfer on death. Examples of these types of accounts are checking and savings accounts, life insurance policies, certificate of deposits, pensions, and retirement accounts. You would have to fill out forms at the financial institution to list the beneficiaries. Easy enough. Easy enough??

Even with the best of intentions, a mistake can happen. Here are some examples.

• First, the listed beneficiary could die before you do.

• Second, you divorced the beneficiary, but you intended for them to inherit the asset.

• Third, the account has a joint owner for the ease paying the bills, but you did not intend for that person to inherit the entire account.

• Fourth, you named a minor (under the age of 18) or an incapacitated adult, causing a need to establish a guardianship.

• Fifth, you named someone who is on Medicaid as the beneficiary which could lead to a loss of benefits.

The solution to resolve this type of mistake is to proceed with probate and or a guardianship through the Court, or in worst case scenario, litigation! Instead, reach out to an estate planning attorney who can assist you in preventing these costly mistakes. Call today for a free 30-minute consultation at 941-315-2114.

Sunshine Movers of Sarasota (ad p67)

4050 Middle Ave. Ste. A, Sarasota 34234. .

CONSUMER AFFAIRS

Government and non-profit organizations that provide consumer info or legal advice. Better Business Bureau.

941-782-4150

Non-profit law o ce that provides representation to income eligible persons on matters of landlord/tenant, contract, housing, probate, estate planning, healthcare and family issues.

Pro Bono legal services for residents that are income-qualified.

Manatee Chamber of Commerce 222 10th St. W., Bradenton 34205 .............................. 941-748-3411 4215 Concept Ct., Lakewood Ranch 34211 ....................... 941-748-3411

Verifies legitimacy of business o ers, makes referrals of members.

Free assistance to resolve disputes between neighbors, friends, family members, relatives, groups, etc.

Manatee County Sheriff .

Sarasota County Criminal Justice Center 2002 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota 34237.

941-861-7800

Free assistance to resolve disputes between neighbors, friends, family, members, relatives, groups, etc. Continued on next page

CONSUMER AFFAIRS continued from page 25

(Seniors &Law Enforcement Together) .

Seniors vs. Crime

4148 20th St. W., Bradenton 34205 ............................. 800-203-3099

State Attorney’s Office (Manatee) .

UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

Twin Lakes Park, 6700 Clark Rd., Sarasota 34241.

Plant Clinic.

Education programs and consumer information on resource conservation, foods, nutrition, home economics and family budgeting.

COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS & CLINICS

These are divisions of the state government that oversee licensing and services in regard to senior housing, home care, and other services.

CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County 1100 Loveland Blvd., Port Charlotte 33980 ....................... 941-624-7200

Services are provided on a sliding fee scale basis for family planning, sexually transmitted diseases, counseling and treatment.

Meals on Wheels of Charlotte County 3082 Tamiami Trl., Port Charlotte 33952 ......................... 941-625-4343

Provides services to homebound seniors in Charlotte County.

Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic 21297 Olean Blvd. Unit B, Port Charlotte 33952 ................... 941-766-9570 Pharmacy ................................................... 941-766-1584

No-cost episodic medical services and prescription medication to the uninsured and under-served of Charlotte County. Mon-Fri Medical Clinic. Pharmacy is open Mon-Fri, except on Thurs, from 9-2. Call for appointment. Must reside in Charlotte County, have no insurance and be within 200% poverty level.

MANATEE COUNTY

Bradenton Family Medical Center 4805 26th St. W., Bradenton 34207 ............................. 941-753-7843

East Manatee Health and Wellness Center 1312 Manatee Ave., Bradenton 34208 ........................... 941-708-8700

Florida Dept. of Health in Manatee County ................... 941-748-0747

Genesis Medical Clinic

707 7th St. W., Palmetto 34221. . .

Southeast Family Healthcare Center 919 53rd Ave. E., Bradenton 34203 ............................. 941-751-8100

Turning Points Medical Clinic

701 17th Ave. W., Bradenton 34205. . .

We Care Manatee, Inc 353 6th Ave. W., Bradenton 34205 .............................. 941-755-3952

SARASOTA

Center Place Health Center

- 2200 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota 34235. .

941-529-0200 - Sarasota

1900 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34237.

- Women’s Center 1750 17th St., Bldg. E., Sarasota 34234.

Robert Toale & Sons Funeral Home at Palms Memorial Park (ad p33 INS) 170 Honore Ave., Sarasota 34232 ...............................

Robert Toale & Sons Sarasota Celebration of Life Center (ad p33 INS) 7454 S. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota 34231.

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Sound Choice Cremation

CREMATION SERVICES continued from page 27

Choice Cremation (ad p28)

5200 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 34232 .............................

AdventHealth Port Charlotte (ad p55, 96 INS)

2500 Harbor Blvd., Port Charlotte 33952 .........................

Grey Matters (ad p19) 2801 Fruitville Rd. Ste. 290, Sarasota 34237.

Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County 1100 Loveland Blvd., Port Charlotte 33980 ....................... 941-624-7200

Dental Clinic 707 7th St. W., Palmetto 34221.

Turning Points Dental Program 701 17th Ave. W., Bradenton 34205.

Center Place Health Center - 2200 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota 34235. .

941-529-0200 - Sarasota: 1900 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34237 ............ 941-529-0500 - North Port: 6950 Outreach Way, Northport 34287. .

- Women’s Center: 1750 17th St. Bldg. E., Sarasota 34234. .

941-529-0300

941-529-0100

- Venice: 2350 Scenic Dr., Venice 34293 ........................ 941-529-0200

Genesis Dental Clinic

2700 S. Tamiami Trl. Ste. 10, Sarasota 34239 ..................... 941-486-8500

DISASTER RECOVERY

ELDER ABUSE

Florida Department of Elder Affairs

4040 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee 32399. . .

ELDER CARE PLANNING & CONSULTANTS

Long Term Care Ombudsman Program

2295 Victoria Ave. Room 152, Fort Myers 33901 ................... 239-338-2563

(Provides residents assistance in a nursing home transfer or discharge.)

Social Service Resource Center 4055 Tamiami Trl., Port Charlotte 33952 ......................... 941-624-2233

ELDER LAW

The law firms listed devote all or part of their practice to serving the special needs of senior citizens.

Mortellaro Law (ad p35)

6901 Professional Pkwy. Ste. 246 Lakewood Ranch 34240 .......... 941-231-1500

Robles Law, P.A. (ad p23) 7729 Holiday Dr., Sarasota 34231 ............................... 941-315-2114

Gulfcoast Legal Services 1112 Manatee Ave. E., Bradenton 34208 ......................... 941-746-6151 Legal Aid of Manasota

1900 Main St. Ste. 302, Sarasota 34236 1201 6th Ave. W. Ste. 402, Bradenton 34205 749 Shamrock Blvd., Venice 34293.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

Assists in the response when disasters occur, helps people and institutions recover from them, and helps reduce the risk of loss. Poison Center (Hotline)

24-hour telephone guidance for poisoning emergencies is provided, free of charge, by certified specialists in Poison Information, with back-up by board certified physician toxicologists. Continued on page 33

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEMS continued from page 31

CHARLOTTE

Charlotte County Office of Emergency Management 26571 Airport Rd., Punta Gorda 33982 ........................... 941-833-4000

Educates residents on the necessity of planning for extreme weather, sheltering in place and evacuations. Project Lifesaver provides a locator bracelet for those cognitively impaired individuals who tend to wander away from their caregivers. It is a tool to help law enforcement locate lost or missing persons quickly. Additional aids to locate wandering people are available.

MANATEE

Manatee County Office of Emergency Management ........... 941-749-3500

Manatee County Search and Rescue . . . .

941-254-6490

Manatee County Search and Rescue provides a locator bracelet for those cognitively impaired individuals who tend to wander away from their caregivers. It is a tool to help law enforcement locate lost or missing persons quickly.

SARASOTA

American Red Cross 2001 Cantu Ct., Sarasota 34232 ................................ 941-379-9300

Project Lifesaver

Sarasota Police Department . .

Project Lifesaver provides a locator bracelet for those cognitively impaired individuals who tend to wander away from their caregivers. It is a tool to help law enforcement locate lost or missing persons quickly.

Sarasota County Office of Emergency Management 6050 Porter Way, Sarasota 34232 941-861-5495

Provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

EMERGENCY ROOM

AdventHealth Port Charlotte (ad p55, 96 INS) 2500 Harbor Blvd., Port Charlotte 33952 941-766-4122

EMPLOYMENT

Companies and community service organizations that o er employment and volunteer opportunities to seniors.

Mortellaro Law: Live For Today, Plan For Tomorrow

I’m Michaelangelo Mortellaro, the principal attorney at Mortellaro Law, a Tampa-based Elder Law and Estate Planning law firm serving individuals in Hillsborough County and the surrounding areas. Today, I want to talk about the essentials of estate planning and how we can help you navigate this important process.

Estate Planning

At Mortellaro Law, we focus on creating comprehensive estate plans that provide you with peace of mind and meet your unique goals. One of the core components of an estate plan is a will and trust. These documents are crucial for clearly expressing your final wishes and can help reduce potential conflicts among family members. For example, a well-drafted Revocable Living Trust o ers benefits like avoiding probate and ensuring that your assets are managed according to your wishes.

Living Trusts

If you’re wondering whether a Revocable Living Trust is right for you or if you have questions about the benefits of jointly titled bank accounts, we can provide you with detailed, personalized answers. Our team of experienced attorneys is here to o er you the best advice based on your specific situation.

Medicaid Benefits

Our firm is knowledgeable about Medicaid benefits. We can explain how to best apply for Medicaid coverage, including any information that details

problems you have or assistance you may need with the activities of daily living (ADL’s), or other important factors that can help you qualify.

VA Benefits

I’m also a VA-accredited attorney. This designation allows me to assist veterans and their families with the Aid and Attendance (A&A) benefit, a valuable resource for those needing assistance with daily activities. Many people are unaware of this benefit, and we are here to provide clear and concise information on how to qualify and take advantage of it.

At Mortellaro Law, we are dedicated to helping you secure your family’s future and ensure your estate plan aligns with your goals. In addition to the services, we just spoke about, we also provide services for:

• Powers of Attorney

• Health Care Surrogate

• Probate

• Legacy Planning

EMPLOYMENT continued from page 33

CHARLOTTE

Career Source SW Florida

3745 Tamiami Trl., Port Charlotte 33952 ......................... 941-235-5900

Charlotte Technical College

18150 Murdock Cir., Port Charlotte 33948. . . .

941-255-7500

Vocational Rehabilitation Program - Charlotte County Center 18501 Murdock Cir. Ste. 404, Port Charlotte 33948 ................ 941-613-0900

MANATEE/SARASOTA

AARP Foundation - Senior Community Service Employment Program 1750 17th St. Bldg. M, Sarasota 34234 ........... 941-366-9039 or 800-775-6776

Career Source Suncoast

- Palmetto Career Center

600 8th Ave. W., Palmetto 34221. .

941-358-4200

- North Port, Goodwill Manasota 14879 Tamiami Tr., North Port 34287 ......................... 941-358-4200

- State College of Florida 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton 34207 ........................... 941-358-4200

- Manatee Technical College 6305 State Rd. 70 E., Bradenton 34203. . .

941-358-4200

- Suncoast Technical College 4748 Beneva Rd., Sarasota 34233 ............................ 941-927-5286

Employ Florida ......................................... employflorida.com

The Women’s Resource Center 340 S. Tuttle Ave., Sarasota 34237 .............................. 941-366-1700

Individual / group support and guidance to achieve emotional and financial independence.

ENERGY COST ASSISTANCE

Sliding scale or income qualifying energy resources for seniors.

Catholic Charities (Diocese of Venice) ........................ 941-488-5581

St. Martha Caritas .......................................... 941-366-5620

Caritas provides temporary, emergency assistance to those in acute financial need.

ESTATE PLANNING

Mortellaro Law (ad p35) 6901 Professional Pkwy. Ste. 246, Lakewood Ranch 34240. . . . . . . . . . 941-231-1500

(ad p23) 7729 Holiday Dr., Sarasota 34231 ...............................

(ad p67) 4050

FALL PREVENTION

FYZICAL (ad p73).

2990 US Highway 301 N., Ellenton 34222

5211 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton 34209

4831 27th St. W., Bradenton 34207

5860 Ranch Lake Blvd. Ste. 102, Bradenton 34202 2401 University Pkwy. Ste. 206, Sarasota 34243

900 Tamiami Trl. Ste. 111, Punta Gorda 33950 1727 2nd St., Sarasota 34236

6000 Cattleridge Dr. Ste. 100, Sarasota 34232

5980 S. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota 34231

2203 Tamiami Trl. S., Venice 34293 3871 Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287 17751 Murdock Cir. Ste. E, Port Charlotte 33948 FIDUCIARY SERVICES Secure Aging (ad p21)

Financial assistance companies specialize in assisting seniors facing financial problems or in need of financial assistance.

CHARLOTTE

Charlotte County Homeless Coalition 1476 Kenesaw St., Port Charlotte 33948 ......................... 941-627-4313

Charlotte County Human Services 1050 Loveland Blvd., Port Charlotte 33980 ....................... 941-833-6500 Crime Victim Assistance

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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE continued from page 37

Salvation Army 2120 Loveland Blvd., Port Charlotte 33980 941-629-3170

Society of St. Vincent De Paul – Sacred Heart Conference 25200 Airport Rd., Punta Gorda 33950 ........................... 941-575-0767

Society of St. Vincent De Paul – St. Charles Borromeo Conference 2499 Gates Ave., Port Charlotte 33952 ........................... 941-625-9784

Society of St. Vincent De Paul – St. Maximilian Kolbe Conference 17783 Toledo Blade Blvd., Port Charlotte 33948 ................... 941-258-3398

Society of St. Vincent De Paul – San Antonio Conference 2445 Rampart Blvd., Port Charlotte 33980. .

MANATEE

The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee

941-235-1254

580 Mcintosh Rd., Sarasota 34232 ................. jfedsrq.org or 941-371-4546

St. Vincent DePaul Society at St. Joseph Church 2704 33rd Ave. W., Bradenton 34205. .

941-755-4188

The Salvation Army 1204 14th St. W., Bradenton 34205 ............................. 941-748-5110

Financial assistance is available for electric, water and rental bills.

Turning Points

701 17th Ave. W., Bradenton 34205. .

SARASOTA

The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee

580 Mcintosh Rd., Sarasota 34232 ................. jfedsrq.org or 941-371-4546 Catholic Charities - Diocese of Venice ........................ 941-488-5581

Englewood Helping Hand (for Englewood Residents)

700 E. Dearborn St., Englewood 34223 ........................... 941-474-5864

Fannie Mae Home Keeper Mortgage ......................... 800-232-6643

Hill-Burton Assistance....................................... 800-638-0742

Care at Hill-Burton obligated facilities is not automatically free or reduced-cost. You must apply at the admissions or business o ce at an obligated facility and be found eligible to receive free or reduced-cost care. You may apply before or after you receive care.

Housing & Community Development

111 S. Orange Ave., Sarasota 34236. . .

941-951-3600

Sliding scale or income qualifying food resources and list of congregate meal sites for seniors.

CHARLOTTE

6454 Scott St., Punta Gorda 33950.

Charlotte County Human Services 1050 Loveland Blvd., Punta Gorda 33980.

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Edgewater United Methodist Church

19190 Cochran Blvd., Port Charlotte 33948

Meals on Wheels of Charlotte County

3082 Tamiami Trl., Port Charlotte 33952 .

North Port Meals on Wheels

13624 Tamiami Trl. Box 227, North Port 34287.

Port Charlotte Seventh Day Adventist Church (Community Center)

2036 Loveland Blvd., Port Charlotte 33980

Punta Gorda Seventh Day Adventist Church Food Bank 1655 Taylor Rd., Punta Gorda 33950 .

Thursday 10am -12:30pm Salvation Army of Port Charlotte 2120 Loveland Blvd., Port Charlotte 33980

San Antonio Catholic Church 24445 Rampart Blvd., Port Charlotte 33980

Senior Friendship Centers (ad p85) 27420 Voyageur Dr., Punta Gorda 33983

Society of St. Vincent De Paul - St. Charles Borromeo Conference 2499 Gates Ave., Port Charlotte 33952

of St. Vincent De Paul – St. Maximilian Kolbe Conference 17783 Toledo Blade Blvd., Port Charlotte 33948

of St. Vincent De Paul – San Antonio Conference 24445 Rampart Blvd., Port Charlotte 33980

on Wheels PLUS of Manatee (ad p41) 811 23rd Ave. E., Bradenton 34208

Of Children & Families – Access FL Information Line 2106 E. Manatee Ave., Bradenton 34208

Daily Bread 710 18th Ave. W., Bradenton 34205.

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Salvation Army 1204 14th St. W., Bradenton 34205 ............................. 941-748-5110 SARASOTA

Salvation Army of North Port Food Pantry

4940 Pan American Blvd., North Port 34287… .................... 941-240-5108

Senior Friendship Centers (ad p85)

1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 .......................

2350 Scenic Dr., Venice 34293 .................................

All Faiths Food Bank 601 Honore Ave., Sarasota 34232 ............................... 941-379-6333

Dept. Of Children & Families – Access FL Information Line 1864 17th St., Sarasota 34234 .................................

Englewood Meals on Wheels

400 Loma Linda, Englewood 34223 ...............................

Meals on Wheels of Sarasota 421 N. Lime Ave., Sarasota 34237 ...............................

FOOT CARE

Functional Transformation Mobile Rehab (ad p81) James Ferrara. .

941-830-3749

Get the one-on-one care you deserve from our licensed and specially trained therapists, right in your own home. Services include lymphedema therapy, durable medical equipment, wound care – lower extremity.

FUNERAL, MORTUARY & CREMATION

MANATEE

Groover Funeral Home at Mansion Memorial Park (ad p33 INS) 1400 36th Ave. E., Ellenton 34222 .............................. 941-722-6602

Robert Toale & Sons Celebration of Life Center (ad p33 INS) 4310 Solutions Ln., Bradenton 34211. .

941-932-8100

Robert Toale & Sons Funeral Home at Manasota Memorial Park (ad p33 INS) 1221 53rd Ave. E., Bradenton 34203 ............................ 941-755-2688

MANATEE

Direct

SARASOTA

Sarasota County Medical Society 4153 Clark Rd., Sarasota 34233 ................................ 941-554-8830

Senior Friendship Centers (ad p85) 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 .......................

2350 Scenic Dr., Venice 34293 .................................

HEALTH GROUPS FOR SPECIFIC AILMENTS & SUPPORT GROUPS

and

NATIONAL

– Telephone Support Group - Weekly on Thursday at 10am – Bradenton YMCA 3805 59th St. W., Bradenton 34209 - 3rd Tuesday at 10:30am Continued on next page

HEALTH GROUPS FOR SPECIFIC AILMENTS & SUPPORT GROUPS continued from page 45

– Englewood United Methodist Church

700 E. Dearborn St., Englewood 34223 - 4th Wednesday at 9am

– Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library Conference Room

4143 Woodmere Park Blvd., Venice 34293 - 1st Tuesday of the month at 11:30am

– Greater Hurst Chapel AME Church

2730 North Links Ave., Sarasota 34234 - 3rd Tuesday at 6pm

– Lakewood Ranch YMCA

5100 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton 34211 - 2nd and 4th Thursday at 10am

– Team Tony Cancer Foundation

3562 S. Osprey Ave., Sarasota 34239 .......................... 914-227-4404

Only LOCAL nonprofit providing totally free support and resources for cancer fighters, caregivers and survivors on Florida’s Suncoast so no one faces cancer alone.

– Town Square Sarasota

3882 Central Sarasota Pkwy., Sarasota 34238 - 2nd Thursday at 3pm

JFCS of the Suncoast

2688 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 34237 ............................. 941-366-2224

Serving Sarasota and Manatee Counties.

Life Care Center of Punta Gorda (ad p163)

450 Shreve St., Punta Gorda 33950. . .

Life Care Center of Sarasota (ad p163)

8104 Tuttle Ave., Sarasota, FL 34243. . .

941-639-8771

941-360-6411 Brain Chemistry Labs ....................................... 801-375-6214

Hope Lutheran Church - Hope House 14200 Hopewell Ave., Port Charlotte 33981 ....................... 941-697-2345

Port Charlotte Methodist Church 21075 Quesada Ave., Port Charlotte 33952 ....................... 941-625-4356

Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association 2001 Shreve St., Punta Gorda 33950 ............................ 941-637-1655

Sarasota Memorial Hospital Memory Disorder Clinic 5880 Rand Blvd., Sarasota 34238 ............................... 941-917-7197

ARTHRITIS

Arthritis Foundation - Florida Region . . . .

800-283-7800

National non-profit organization that supports more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions with advocacy, programs, services and research.

Easter Seals of SWFL 350 Braden Ave., Sarasota 34243 ............................... 941-355-7637

The Manatee County Falls Prevention Coalition

2020 59th St. W., Bradenton 34209 ............................. 941-567-2851

.......................................

BLOOD DONATION One Blood.....

Dattoli Cancer Center 2803 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 34237 .............................

JFCS of the Suncoast 2688 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 34237 .............................

A foundation for cancer assistance, research and education providing patients financial assistance for incidental expenses related to cancer treatment.

Team Tony Cancer Foundation 3562 S. Osprey Ave., Sarasota 34239 ..........................

Only LOCAL nonprofit providing totally free support and resources for cancer fighters, caregivers and survivors on Florida’s Suncoast so no one faces cancer alone.

Rd., Sarasota 34235 ............................... 941-355-8808

HEALTH GROUPS FOR SPECIFIC AILMENTS & SUPPORT GROUPS

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LOU GEHRIG’S DISEASE

The Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Association

Florida Chapter .............................................. 888-257-1717 LUNG DISEASE

American Lung Association of the Southeast

MENTAL ILLNESS

Coastal Behavioral Healthcare CSU 1451 10th St., Sarasota 34236 .................................

Nami Charlotte County . .

Nami of Manatee & Sarasota Counties ....................... 941-444-3428

Time Out Respite Care, Inc, Charlotte County 24246 Harborview Rd., Port Charlotte 33980. .

PARKINSON’S DISEASE

Functional Transformation Mobile Rehab (ad p81) James Ferrara. . .

941-743-3883

941-830-3749

Get the one-on-one care you deserve from our licensed and specially trained therapists, right in your own home. Services include lymphedema therapy, durable medical equipment, wound care – lower extremity.

Heritage Oaks of Englewood

7374 San Casa Dr., Englewood 34224 - 3rd Fridays of the month 10am-11am

Jacaranda Public Library

4143 Woodmere Park Blvd., Venice 34293 - 3rd Mondays of the month 3pm-4pm

Murdock Baptist Church

18375 Cochran Blvd., Port Charlotte 33948 - 2nd Tuesday of the month 2pm-3pm

Neuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinson’s (ad p93)

722 Apex Rd. Ste. A, Sarasota, FL 34240 .......................... 941-926-6413

NeuroChallenge.org

Parkinson Place (ad p50-51)

5969 Cattleridge Blvd. Ste. 100, Sarasota 34232 .................. 941-893-4188

Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association

2001 Shreve St., Punta Gorda 33950 - 1st Fridays of the month 10am-11am

The Paradise Center

546 Bay Isles Rd., Longboat Key 34228 - 2nd Fridays of the month 1pm-2pm

6363 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton 34209

4430 14th St. W., Bradenton 34207

6832 14 th St. W. Ste. 3, Bradenton 34207

4265 Tamiami Trl., Port Charlotte 33980

3506 Clark Rd., Sarasota 34231

543 Tamiami Trl. S., Venice 34285

6090 26th St. W., Bradenton, 34207

935 N. Beneva Rd. Ste. 939A, Sarasota 34232

14806 Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287

5309 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 34232

8620 S. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota 34238

333 S. Tamiami Trl. Ste. 102, Venice 34285

10018 US-301, Parrish 34219

465 S. Indiana Ave., Englewood 34223

HEARING RESOURCES

HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

Companies that provide/sell medical supplies, oxygen and respiratory equipment, wheelchairs and diabetic supplies for home use.

Functional Transformation Mobile Rehab (ad p81)

James Ferrara. . . .

Get the one-on-one care you deserve from our licensed and specially trained therapists, right in your own home. Services include Lymphedema Therapy, durable medical equipment, wound care – lower extremity. Mobility Source (ad p16)...................................

Saving Our Seniors (SOS)

2309 60th Dr. E., Bradenton.

Collects gently used medical equipment, refurbishes and provides it to low-income seniors in the community. The Salvation Army 1204 14th St. W., Bradenton 34205 941-748-5110

HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS

Companies that provide information and assistance programs for medical equipment and home modification products to keep you independent. Suncoast Center for Independent Living 3281 17th St., Sarasota 34235 .................................

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AdventHealth: Care for the Whole Person

Health care is more than fixing what’s wrong. It’s about celebrating what’s right and making sure you’re on the path to a healthier, stronger you. That’s why at AdventHealth Port Charlotte, formerly ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte, we focus on your whole health and give you the tools, resources, and support you need to enjoy a lifetime of health and happiness. Whole-person health means caring for the body, mind and spirit.

medicine and rehab, surgical care and robotics, urology, and wound care.

AdventHealth Port Charlotte, a 254bed full-service hospital, is a local leader in health care for every age and stage of life. We’re honored to be Joint Commission accredited and support our Southwest Florida community with the high-quality services that help them thrive. We are also the only hospital with a licensed obstetric unit in Charlotte County.

Our emergency medicine teams at our hospital and our o -site ER in Cape Coral are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to provide you with the life-saving care you need close to home.

In addition to emergency care, our specialties include bariatric surgery, digestive care, endocrinology, eye care, heart and vascular care, imaging and lab services, mother and baby care, neurology, orthopedic, primary care, pulmonary, spine, sports

Our trusted AdventHealth Medical Group network of providers helps you stay on top of your whole health to reach the peak of your best life.

After more than 150 years of delivering exceptional whole-person health care with uncommon compassion, AdventHealth is one of the largest health care providers in the United States, with more than 100,000 compassionate professionals, working together to extend the healing ministry of Christ. AdventHealth Port Charlotte is here to help you feel whole.

Learn more at AdventHealthPortCharlotte.com

Quality Care is our Passion!

In this world full of changes, challenges, and tough decisions, life can feel overwhelming– especially as we age.

Navigating what’s next doesn’t have to be confusing or stressful. Ultimate Resource is here to simplify the process and guide you every step of the way. With years of experience, industry insight, and a deep passion for helping people, we make the hard decisions easier and take the burden o your shoulders.

We truly understand what you’re going through– because we support families just like yours every single day. People are our purpose, and we treat every client as if they were our own loved one. We take time to listen, to understand your needs, and to provide

options that bring peace of mind. Whether you’re downsizing, transitioning to independent or assisted living, facing memory care decisions, moving out of state, or just unsure where to start, we o er personalized guidance for every stage of life. No matter how simple or complex your situation, we’re here with compassion and solutions.

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Call 239-994-8116 — Let’s make the next step your best step.

Where quality Care is our Passion!

LABWORK continued from page 56

Family Doctors of North Port & Englewood (ad p79)

1951 S. McCall Rd. Ste. 700, Englewood 34223. .

14279 Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287 ...........................

Family Doctors of Manatee (ad p79)

3930 8th Ave. W., Bradenton 34205. . .

Family Doctors of Bradenton (ad p79)

6150 FL-70 E., Bradenton, 34203 ............................... 941-822-8777

VIPCare (ad p74) ..........................................

6090 26th St. W., Bradenton, 34207

935 N. Beneva Rd. Ste. 939 A, Sarasota 34232

14806 Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287

5309 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 34232

8620 S. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota 34238

333 S. Tamiami Trl. Ste. 102, Venice 34285

10018 US-301, Parrish 34219

465 S. Indiana Ave., Englewood 34223

LEG PAIN

Functional Transformation Mobile Rehab (ad p81)

James Ferrara. .

Get the one-on-one care you deserve from our licensed and specially trained therapists, right in your own home. Services include lymphedema therapy, durable medical equipment, wound care – lower extremity.

LEGAL SERVICES

CHARLOTTE

Florida Rural Legal Services

514 E. Grace St., Punta Gorda 33950 ............................... 941-505-9007

Social Service Resource Center, Inc, Omni Executive Center 4055 Tamiami Trl. Unit 31, Port Charlotte 33852................... 941-624-2233

MANATEE/SARASOTA

Mortellaro Law (ad p35)

6901 Professional Pkwy. Ste. 246 Lakewood Ranch 34240 .......... 941-231-1500

Robles Law, P.A. (ad p23)

7729 Holiday Dr., Sarasota 34231 ............................... 941-315-2114

Gulfcoast Legal Services

1112 Manatee Ave. E. (2nd Floor), Bradenton 34208 ............... 941-746-6151

Legal Aid of Manasota

1900 Main St. Ste. 302, Sarasota 34236 ......................... 941-366-0038

1201 6th Ave. W. Ste. 402, Bradenton 34205 749 Shamrock Blvd., Venice 34293. . .

LIBRARIES

CHARLOTTE

941-492-4631

Mid-County Regional Library 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte 33952 .................... 941-613-3160

Port Charlotte Public Library 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte 33952. . . .

Englewood Charlotte Public Library (Tringali) 3450 North Access Rd., Englewood 34224. .

941-764-5562

941-681-3736

Punta Gorda Public Library 401 Shreve St., Punta Gorda 33950 .............................. 941-833-5460

MANATEE

Braden River Branch Library 4915 53rd Ave. E., Bradenton 34203 ............................ 941-727-6079

Island Branch Library 5701 Marina Dr., Holmes Beach 34217 .......................... 941-778-6341

Manatee County Central Library 1301 Barcarrota Blvd. W., Bradenton 34205 ...................... 941-748-5555

Palmetto Branch Library 923 6th St. W., Palmetto 34221. .

941-722-3333

Rocky Bluff Branch Library 6750 US Hwy. 301 N., Ellenton 34222 .............................. 941-723-4821

South Manatee Branch Library 6081 26th St. W., Bradenton 34207 ............................. 941-755-3892

State College of Florida - Manatee/Sarasota 5840 26th St. Ave. W., Bradenton 34207 ......................... 941-752-5305 Lakewood Ranch: 7131 Professional Pkwy. E., Sarasota 34240 ....... 941-363-7250

SARASOTA

Elsie Quirk Public Library 100 W. Dearborn St., Englewood 34223. .

941-861-1200 Continued on page 60

Functional Transformation Mobile Rehab (ad p81) James Ferrara. .

Mortellaro Law (ad p35)

6901 Professional Pkwy. Ste. 246 Lakewood Ranch 34240 ..........

Robles Law, P.A. (ad p23) 7729 Holiday Dr., Sarasota 34231 ...............................

BrightStar Care of Venice and Port Charlotte (ad p111) 425 Commercial Ct. Ste. F, Venice 34292. .

Coastal Care Staffing (ad p141)

340 S. Tamiami Trl. Ste. 203, Nokomis 34275 ..................... 941-621-3420 For all your facility sta ng needs, 24/7 - Sta ng Made Easy! Medical Sta ng Professionals

Platinum Benefit Services: Your Trusted Professionals for Florida Long Term Care Benefits

Platinum Benefit Services specializes in obtaining Long Term Care Medicaid and Veteran Aid and Attendance benefits for those who seek financial assistance for home health aide, assisted living arrangements or long term nursing home care.

Platinum originated in 2000. Over the years Platinum has helped more than 16,000 (as of 2024) families qualify for Medicaid benefits and saved those families billions of dollars in assets.

Florida has a unique set of rules and regulations when it comes to Long Term Care Medicaid. Knowing the benefit

programs inside out, understanding how programs interplay with each other, and merging those benefits with federally available programs, like Veterans’ benefits, is a specialty that few companies or legal professionals understand.

At Platinum, we o er families a free in person consultation to review all the different benefit qualifiers to determine the best solution for your family’s situation. We understand this process can be extremely di cult and overwhelming, but we are here to help! We hope Platinum Benefit Services will be your Long-Term Care Benefits Professional Service.

MEDICARE & MEDICAID CENTER

Family Doctors of North Port & Englewood (ad p79) 1951 S. McCall Rd. Ste. 700, Englewood 34223. .

14279 Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287 ...........................

Family Doctors of Manatee (ad p79) 3930 8th Ave. W., Bradenton 34205. . . . .

Family Doctors of Bradenton (ad p79) 6150 FL-70 E., Bradenton, 34203 ...............................

Hope PACE (ad p15)

3280 Tamiami Trl. Ste. 45, Port Charlotte 33952 ...................

& MEDICAID INFO

Medicare, the nation’s largest health insurance program, provides health insurance for Americans. Medicaid is a federal program based largely on income guidelines.

ArchWell Health (ad p77) ..................................

6363 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton 34209

4430 14th St. W., Bradenton 34207

6832 14 th St. W. Ste. 3, Bradenton 34207

4265 Tamiami Trl., Port Charlotte 33980 3506 Clark Rd., Sarasota 34231 543 Tamiami Trl. S., Venice 34285

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Friendship Centers (ad p85) 27420 Voyageur Dr., Punta Gorda 33983 ......................... 941-255-0723 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 ....................... 941-955-2122

2350 Scenic Dr., Venice 34293 ................................. 941-955-2122 Continued on next page

6090 26th St. W., Bradenton, 34207

935 N. Beneva Rd. Ste. 939 A, Sarasota 34232

14806 Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287

5309 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 34232

8620 S. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota 34238

333 S. Tamiami Trl. Ste. 102, Venice 34285

10018 US-301, Parrish 34219

465 S. Indiana Ave., Englewood 34223

MENTAL HEALTH

Twin Rivers Pathways (ad p20)

4161 Tamiami Trl. Ste. 302, Port Charlotte 33952.

www.dmhbh.org Veterans Crisis Line .........................................

CHARLOTTE

Charlotte Behavioral Healthcare (24hr Crisis Line) / Crisis Stabilization Unit 1700-A Education Ave., Punta Gorda 33950… .................... 941-575-0222

ShorePoint Behavioral Center 733 East Olympia Ave., Punta Gorda 33950… ..................... 941-637-2474

MANATEE

Bradenton Counseling Center, Inc. 5131 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton 34209 ........................

Centerstone Counseling (Inpatient) 2020 26th Ave. E., Bradenton 34208 ............................

SARASOTA

Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry 2033 Wood St. Ste. 220, Sarasota 34237. . .

Coastal Behavioral Healthcare 1565 State St., Sarasota 34236. .

S. Osprey Ave., Sarasota 34239.

941-677-3366

White Glove Moving Services

Sunshine Movers’ White Glove Service

Ladies specialize in senior transitions, o ering hands-on help with everything from downsizing and packing to space planning and full unpacking.

Organizing, Sorting & Space Planning

Sunshine Movers assists with choosing what to bring, what fits best, and what to lovingly donate or pass down.

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Making Your New House a Turnkey Home

On move-in day, your space is fully

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Whether staying nearby or moving across the country, our team coordinates every detail with compassion and precision.

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We donate a portion of every move to support breast cancer awareness. Your move matters more than you think.

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Physician Group (ad p75)

Millennium Physician Group is one of the largest comprehensive independent physician groups with more than 650 healthcare providers located throughout Florida to serve you.

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6090 26th St. W., Bradenton, 34207

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465 S. Indiana Ave., Englewood 34223

Functional

PHARMACIES

Walgreens (ad p71) .

Good Samaritan Pharmacy & Health Services

2502 N. Tamiami Trl., Nokomis 34275 ....... www.goodsamRX.org or 941-445-5687

The pharmacy dispenses free selected generic medications to pre-approved clients from our on-site pharmacy on Tuesdays. The pharmacy also dispenses to our walk-in medical clinic patients on Wednesday evenings.

PHYSICAL

THERAPY

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota (ad p82)

6400 Edgelake Dr., Sarasota 34240 ............................. 941-921-8600

Functional Transformation Mobile Rehab (ad p81)

James Ferrara. . .

941-830-3749

Get the one-on-one care you deserve from our licensed and specially trained therapists, right in your own home. Services include lymphedema therapy, durable medical equipment, wound care – lower extremity.

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900 Tamiami Trl. Ste. 111, Punta Gorda 33950

1727 2nd St., Sarasota 34236

6000 Cattleridge Dr. Ste.100, Sarasota 34232

5980 S. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota 34231

2203 Tamiami Trl. S., Venice 34293

3871 Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287

17751 Murdock Cir. Ste. E, Port Charlotte 33948

www.fyzical.com/manasota

Vivistim (ad p91) ............................................ Vivistim.com

PHYSICIANS

ArchWell Health (ad p77) .................................. 941-297-2126

6363 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton 34209

4430 14th St. W., Bradenton 34207

6832 14th St. W. Ste. 3, Bradenton 34207

4265 Tamiami Trl., Port Charlotte 33980

3506 Clark Rd., Sarasota 34231

543 Tamiami Trl. S., Venice 34285

ELLENTON

2990 US HWY 301 N

Ellenton, FL 34222

P: 941.721.1854

BRADENTON CENTRAL

5211 Manatee Ave. W

Bradenton, FL 34209

P: 941.749.1734

SOUTH BRADENTON

4831 27th St. W

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P: 941.417.8302

LAKEWOOD RANCH

5860 Ranch Lake Blvd. #102

Bradenton, FL 34202

P: 941.417.8300

UNIVERSITY PARKWAY

2401 University Pkwy. #206

Sarasota, FL 34243

P: 941.444.5970

PUNTA GORDA

900 Tamiami Trail #111

Punta Gorda, FL 33950

P: 941.347.3650

SARASOTA DOWNTOWN

1727 2nd St.

Sarasota, FL 34236

P: 941.951.0170

SARASOTA CATTLEMEN

6000 Cattleridge Dr. #100 Sarasota, FL 34232

P: 941.378.8977

SOUTH SARASOTA

5980 S Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34231

P: 941.894.6848

VENICE

2203 S Tamiami Trail Venice, FL 34293

P: 941.408.0670

NORTH PORT

13871 Tamiami Trail North Port, FL 34287

P: 941.423.5668 fyzical.com/manasota

PORT CHARLOTTE

17751 Murdock Circle #E

Port Charlotte, FL 33948

P: 941.743.8700

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Family Doctors of North Port & Englewood (ad p79)

1951 S. McCall Rd. Ste. 700, Englewood 34223.

14279 Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287

Family Doctors of Manatee (ad p79) 3930 8th Ave. W., Bradenton 34205. .

Family Doctors of Bradenton (ad p79) 6150 FL-70 E., Bradenton, 34203

Physician

6090 26th St. W., Bradenton, 34207

935 N. Beneva Rd. Ste. 939 A, Sarasota 34232

14806 Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287

5309 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 34232

8620 S. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota 34238

Ready for Better Primary Care?

Connecting Patients to a Healthier Life

PHYSICIANS continued from page 74

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333 S. Tamiami Trl. Ste. 102, Venice 34285

10018 US-301, Parrish 34219

465 S. Indiana Ave., Englewood 34223

Mortellaro Law (ad p35)

6901 Professional Pkwy. Ste. 246 Lakewood Ranch 34240. . .

Robles Law, P.A. (ad p23)

7729 Holiday Dr., Sarasota 34231 ...............................

AdventHealth Port Charlotte (ad p55, 96 INS) 2500 Harbor Blvd., Port Charlotte 33952 ......................... 941-766-4122 ArchWell Health (ad p77) .................................. 941-297-2126

6363 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton 34209

4430 14th St. W., Bradenton 34207

6832 14th St. W. Ste. 3, Bradenton 34207

4265 Tamiami Trl., Port Charlotte 33980

3506 Clark Rd., Sarasota 34231

543 Tamiami Trl. S., Venice 34285

Family Doctors of North Port & Englewood (ad p79) 1951 S. McCall Rd. Ste. 700, Englewood 34223.

941-205-0520

14279 Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287 ........................... 941-263-2050

Family Doctors of Manatee (ad p79)

3930 8th Ave. W., Bradenton 34205.

Family

of Bradenton (ad p79)

6150 FL-70 E., Bradenton 34203 ...............................

6090 26th St. W., Bradenton, 34207

935 N. Beneva Rd. Ste. 939 A, Sarasota 34232 14806 Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287 5309 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 34232 8620 S. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota 34238

333 S. Tamiami Trl. Ste. 102, Venice 34285 10018 US-301, Parrish 34219 465 S. Indiana Ave., Englewood 34223

PRIMARY

CARE

ArchWell Health (ad p77) .................................. 941-297-2126

6363 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton 34209

4430 14th St. W., Bradenton 34207

6832 14th St. W. Ste. 3, Bradenton 34207

4265 Tamiami Trl., Port Charlotte 33980

3506 Clark Rd., Sarasota 34231

543 Tamiami Trl. S., Venice 34285

Family Doctors of North Port & Englewood (ad p79)

1951 S. McCall Rd. Ste. 700, Englewood 34223. .

14279 Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287 ........................... 941-263-2050

Family Doctors of Manatee (ad p79)

3930 8th Ave. W., Bradenton 34205. . .

Family Doctors of Bradenton (ad p79) 6150 FL-70 E., Bradenton 34203 ...............................

941-708-9421

Millennium Physician Group is one of the largest comprehensive independent physician groups with more than 650 healthcare providers located throughout Florida to

VIPCare (ad p74) .......................................... 941-389-0802

6090 26th St. W., Bradenton 34207

935 N. Beneva Rd. Ste. 939 A, Sarasota 34232

14806 Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287

5309 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 34232

8620 S. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota 34238

333 S. Tamiami Trl. Ste. 102, Venice 34285

10018 US-301, Parrish 34219

465 S. Indiana Ave., Englewood 34223

PROBATE

Mortellaro Law (ad p35)

6901 Professional Pkwy. Ste. 246 Lakewood Ranch 34240. . .

Robles Law, P.A. (ad p23) 7729 Holiday Dr., Sarasota 34231 941-315-2114

AdventHealth Port Charlotte (ad p55, 96 INS) 2500 Harbor Blvd., Port Charlotte 33952 .........................

NeuroChallenge Foundation for

(ad p93) 722 Apex Rd. Ste. A, Sarasota 34240 www.NeuroChallenge.org ......................................

Place (ad p50-51) 5969 Cattleridge Blvd. Ste. 100, Sarasota 34232 ..................

(ad p101) .

Senior Friendship Centers: Empowering Seniors to Lead Fulfilling, Joyful Lives

For more than 50 years, Senior Friendship Centers has been empowering the Gulf Coast senior community through connections, care and purpose.

Today, as a nonprofit organization serving older adults in four Southwest Florida counties, Senior Friendship Centers is a crucial safety net for more than 10,000 seniors, providing a variety of innovative and enriching programs and services. At the heart of its mission is the belief that everyone – of every age - deserves a life filled with dignity, purpose and joy.

• Hubs of laughter, learning and friendship, the organization’s Activity Centers provide welcoming, joyful spaces where older adults can stay active and socially connected. Daily activities range from exercise and dance classes to art workshops, games, social events and 70+ more.

• When words fail, memories fade and physical abilities are compromised, Adult Day Services o er compassionate, professional care, while giving caregivers peace of mind and a much-needed respite. These programs help individuals remain at home longer, delay institutional care, and improve their quality of life.

• Today, one in five Americans is a caregiver, which can be both rewarding and, at times,

overwhelming. Senior Friendship Centers provide Caregiver Support that includes the tools, knowledge and encouragement needed so that caregivers can take care of both themselves and their loved ones. This includes educational resources, respite programs and peer groups, along with a myriad of other services.

• A cornerstone of Senior Friendship Centers’ work, nutrition and dining services includes nutritious and delicious meals served at congregate dining sites and homedelivered meals to help combat hunger and isolation among seniors.

• With a focus on supportive aging, Senior Friendship Centers provides older adults with assistance navigating the many complexities of aging, including health care, housing, Medicare, and social services.

• Through lifelong learning opportunities, seniors can explore new interests, develop skills, and stay mentally engaged — all proven factors in healthy aging. This includes volunteer opportunities which allow older adults to find purpose through service, proving that everyone has something valuable to contribute, at every age.

Editor’s Note: For more information, visit us online at friendshipcenters.org

SARASOTA

Sarasota County Community Services

1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota 34236. . .

Senior Friendship Centers (ad p85)

1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 ....................... 941-955-2122

2350 Scenic Dr., Venice 34293 ................................. 941-955-2122

SENIOR CENTERS & RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS

ActivAge Day Time Senior Care (ad p32 INS)

3626 Tamiami Trl., Port Charlotte 33952 . . . .

941-205-7722

3801 Bee Ridge Rd., Sarasota 34233 ............................ 941-269-2273

Charlotte County Parks and Recreation 1120 Centennial Blvd., Port Charlotte 33953. . .

941-625-7529

Manatee Parks and Recreation .............................. 941-742-5923

Many locations o ering di erent programs for seniors. North Port Senior Center 4940 Pan American Blvd., North Port 34287 ......................

County Parks and Recreation ....................... 941-861-5000

Many locations o ering many di erent programs for Seniors.

Senior Friendship Centers (ad p85)

1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 ....................... 941-955-2122 2350 Scenic Dr., Venice 34293 ................................. 941-955-2122 27420 Voyageur Dr.,

SENIOR ORGANIZATIONS

STATEWIDE

& SERVICES continued from page 87

Area Agency on Aging for SWFL ............................. 866-413-5337

Their primary role is to plan, promote and coordinate a network of services for individuals 60 years and older.

Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice . . . . .

. . 941-355-4680

Catholic Charities helps all people regardless of race, nationality or creed. They o er a variety of services, care management, disaster relief, senior services, financial assistance and food pantries.

Florida Department of Elder Affairs .......................... 850-414-2000

Mission is to maximize self-su ciency and personal independence of elders and to plan, advocate and administer programs and policies that assure accessible, responsive and comprehensive services and long term care.

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

2295 Victoria Ave., Ft. Myers 33901 .............. 888-831-0404 or 239-338-2563

They help to ensure the health, safety and welfare of individuals living in skilled nursing facilities or assisted living communities.

MADD - Mothers Against Drunk Driving . .

CHARLOTTE

Charlotte County Veteran’s and Human Services

877-623-3435

1050 Loveland Blvd., Port Charlotte 33980 ....................... 941-833-6500 Community Foundation 941-637-0077

Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties 9701 Commerce Center Ct., Fort Myers 33908 .................... 239-481-4449

OCEAN – Our Charlotte Elder Affairs Network ................... ocean-fl.org

Monthly networking meetings are on the 4th Wednesday of every month from 8:00am9:30am

Senior Friendship Centers (ad p85)

27420 Voyageur Dr., Punta Gorda 33983 ......................... 941-255-0723

MANATEE

Manasota Healthcare Network .............................. 703-932-2087

Monthly networking meetings are on the 4th Wednesday of every month at 12:00pm at Der Dutchman Restaurant

Manatee County Aging Services ............................. 941-742-5818

Manatee Memorial Hospital or Senior Advantage ............. 941-745-7548

O ers free and discounted services designed to enhance your health and well-being.

SARASOTA

Aging Stakeholders .

Second Wednesday of each month from 9-10 am via Zoom. sberger@scgov.net or call 941-861-2558.

Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center

941-861-2558

1750 17th St., Sarasota 34234 ................................. 941-365-4545

Our mission is to be the leader of a collaborative community providing high quality, accessible facilities and resources for the local human services nonprofit sector. The Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center is called the “Campus of Caring” and is home to over 17 nonprofit health and human services agencies for low income and at risk adults, children and families. The center occupies 14 buildings in a location selected for its accessibility by public transportation. It’s a 501(c)3 organization.

JFCS of the Suncoast

2688 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 34237 ............................. 941-366-2224

Lutheran Services Florida (ad p24)

5104 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd. Ste. 307, Sarasota 34234 ............. 941-358-6330

The mission of LSF is to enhance social services delivery to underserved individuals.

Senior Advisor Council ...................................... 941-861-2877

All meetings are held at the William L. Little Health and Human Services Center (2200 Ringling Blvd., Room 2063, Sarasota) on the 1st Thursday of the month at 3:00pm.

Senior Care Network Sarasota

Monthly networking meetings are on the 1st Thursday of each month at 8:30am at Senior Friendship Center Sarasota

Senior Care Network Venice

Monthly networking meetings are on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 8:30am

Senior Friendship Centers (ad p85)

1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 ....................... 941-955-2122

2350 Scenic Dr., Venice 34293 941-955-2122

Suncoast Aging Network . .

239-410-5663

MEETS EACH MONTH at 8:00-9:30am on the 3rd Thursday of the month.

OUR PURPOSE: Educate our members and the community about available resources, Analyze the needs of the aging population, Identify resources to meet those needs, and Advocate for solutions for any unmet needs through Grants and Fundraising events.

Women’s Resource Center of Sarasota County, Inc.

340 S. Tuttle Ave., Sarasota 34237 .............................. 941-366-1700

For 33 years, the Women’s Resource Center of Sarasota County (WRCSC) has empowered women to become self-reliant through personal, social and professional growth opportunities and educational scholarships.

1600 Tamiami Trl. Ste. 200, Port Charlotte 33948

5540 SR 64 E. Ste. 100, Bradenton 34208

1435 E. Venice Ave., Venice 34292

2001 Siesta Dr. Ste. 301, Sarasota 34239

1505 S. Tamiami Trl. Ste. 405, Venice 34285

3390 Tamiami Trl. Ste. 201 & 202, Port Charlotte 33952

Twin Rivers Pathways (ad p20) 4161 Tamiami Trl. Ste. 302, Port Charlotte 33952.

www.dmhbh.org

Neuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinson’s (ad p93) 722 Apex Rd. Ste. A, Sarasota, FL 34240 ......................... 941-926-6413 NeuroChallenge.org

Parkinson Place (ad p50-51) 5969 Cattleridge Blvd. Ste. 100, Sarasota 34232 .................. 941-893-4188

Team Tony Cancer Foundation 3562 S. Osprey Ave., Sarasota 34239.

Twin Rivers Pathways (ad p20) 4161 Tamiami Trl. Unit 302, Port Charlotte 33952 ................. 941-766-0171 www.dmhbh.org

Connect with a caring and supportive community today.

Neuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinson’s is a local 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of people with Parkinson’s and their caregivers, today.

Neuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinson’s serves nearly 3,000 people affected by Parkinson’s each year. We strive to achieve our mission by offering A Better Approach to Parkinson’s, providing a wide range of services at no cost to the Parkinson’s community. These services include education, therapeutic and support programs, individualized care advising, educational events and community resource referrals, all aimed at supporting people with Parkinson’s and their caregivers.

VASCULAR CARE

AdventHealth

VEIN DISEASE

(ad

Functional Transformation Mobile Rehab (ad p81)

James Ferrara. .

Get the one-on-one care you deserve from our licensed and specially trained therapists, right in your own home. Services include lymphedema therapy, durable medical equipment, wound care – lower extremity.

VETERANS BENEFITS & SERVICES

American

Great Living

SUPPORTIVE INDEPENDENT LIVING

ASSISTED LIVING | MEMORY CARE

VISION RESOURCES

Division of Blind Services/ State of Florida 600 8th Ave. W. Ste. 401, Palmetto 34221.

information about services, locations of peer support groups, and other assistance for people who are blind and visually impaired.

Council of the Blind, Inc – Insight .

Lighthouse Vision Loss Education Center

7318 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota 34243 ............................ 941-359-1404 Lions Club, North Port ...................................... 941-888-0165

Lions Club, Punta Gorda .

941-505-0897

All of your Lions Clubs are your last resort for hearing and vision assistance. After all insurance and other sources are exhausted, call the Lions Club nearest to you.

Lions Club Vision Center, 1289 Jacaranda Blvd., Venice 34292 .... 941-837-2789 Preserve Vision - Florida .................................... 813-874-2020

Project Insight by The Florida Council of the Blind ............ 800-267-4448

Sarasota County Health Department (Free vision screening)

2200 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota 34237. . . .

941-861-2900

Southeastern Guide Dogs 4210 77th St. E., Palmetto 34221 ............................... 941-729-5665

Virginia B. Andes Community Clinic 21297 Olean Blvd. Unit B, Port Charlotte 33952 ................... 941-766-9570

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Big Brothers / Big Sisters of Sun Coast 3028 Caring Way Unit 3, Port Charlotte 33952. . . .

941-764-5812

2960 S. McCall Rd. Ste. 210, Unit 9, Englewood 34224 ............. 941-473-4003 349 6th Ave. W., Bradenton 34205 .............................. 941-746-7000

6919 Outreach Way Ste. B112, North Port 34287 .................. 941-488-4009

2831 Ringling Blvd. Ste. 201A, Sarasota 34237….

941-331-4376

Help shape a child’s future by empowering them to achieve through one-on-one mentoring. You and your little one can share the kinds of activities you already like to do –sports, hike, read, eat or just give advice, inspiration and impact.

Charlotte County Government 1050 Loveland Blvd., Port Charlotte 33980 .......................... 941-833-6500

Habitat for Humanity - Donation Drop-o 1750 Manzana Ave., Punta Gorda 33950 ......................... 941-205-7467 1354 El Jobean Rd., Port Charlotte 33948 ........................ 941-206-2606

280 Alligator Dr., Venice 34293. . . . .

941-493-6606

JFCS of the Suncoast 2688 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota 34237 ............................. 941-366-2224

Positions vary from stocking supplies on the nursing floors to directing visitors at the front desk. Applicants must be willing to commit four hours per week over a period of 6 months. Applications available at the main lobby front desk. Contact Tami Caruso 941782-2131 for additional information.

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center 8330 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Lakewood Ranch 34202 ............. ..941-782-2100

Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County 13800 S. Tamiami Trl., North Port 34287 ......................... 941-861-1320

300 Nokomis Ave. S., Venice 34285 ............................. 941-861-1352

Lutheran Services Florida (ad p24) 5104 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd. Ste. 307, Sarasota 34234 ............. 941-358-6330

Lutheran Services Florida Sarasota Guardianship Program accepts volunteers to work in our o ce, filing, collecting data, making friendly calls, or visiting clients in local nursing homes or AL facilities. All volunteers must pass a background check. Continued on next page

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Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee (ad p41) 811 23rd Ave. E., Bradenton 34208 .............................

Punta Gorda Seventh Day Adventist Church Food Bank 1655 Taylor Rd., Punta Gorda 33950 ............................ 941-575-2146

Sarasota Memorial Hospital Volunteer Program 1700 S. Tamiami Trl. Aux. Ctr., 1st Floor, Sarasota 34239 ........... 941-917-9000

Senior Friendship Centers (ad p85)

Scenic Dr., Venice 34293 .................................

Volunteer programs for persons 55 and older in education programs, senior centers, adult day, and friendly visitor programs. Society of St. Vincent De Paul - Sacred Heart Conference 25200 Airport Rd., Punta Gorda 33950 ........................... 941-575-0767

Society of St. Vincent De Paul - San Antonio Conference 24445 Rampart Blvd., Port Charlotte 33980 ...................... 941-235-1254

Society of St. Vincent De Paul - St. Charles Borromeo Conference 2499 Gates Ave., Port Charlotte 33952 ........................... 941-625-9784

Society of St. Vincent De Paul - St. Maximilian Kolbe Conference 17783 Toledo Blade Blvd., Port Charlotte 33948 ................... 941-258-3398

Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic 21297 Olean Blvd. Unit B, Port Charlotte 33952 ................... 941-766-9570 Volunteer Services at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital 700 Medical Blvd., Englewood 34223 ............................ 941-475-6571 Volunteer Services at Manatee Memorial Hospital 206 Second St. E, Bradenton 34208 ............................. 941-745-6951

WALK-IN CLINICS

Good Samaritan Pharmacy & Health Services 2502 N. Tamiami Trl., Nokomis 34275 ........................... 941-445-5687

The clinic is open Wednesday 5:30pm - 8:30pm. During these clinic hours, our dispensing pharmacy is also open so patients usually can obtain their medications and begin their therapy immediately.

WEIGHT LOSS

AdventHealth Port Charlotte (ad p55, 96 INS)

2500 Harbor Blvd., Port Charlotte 33952 .........................

Forever Living Products (ad p70)

Beata Salanowski.

WOUND CARE

Functional Transformation Mobile Rehab (ad p81)

James Ferrara. .

Get the one-on-one care you deserve from our licensed and specially trained therapists, right in your own home. Services include lymphedema therapy, durable medical equipment, wound care – lower extremity.

Mobile WoundCare Partners (ad p103)

Healing Happens at Home: Specialized Wound Care for Seniors

Chronic wounds can significantly impact a senior’s comfort, independence, and quality of life. Factors like limited mobility, lack of transportation, and delayed treatment often lead to worsened wounds, infections, and avoidable hospital visits.

Mobile WoundCare Partners brings expert wound care directly to where it’s needed most—home. Our compassionate providers specialize in treating chronic, non-healing wounds using advanced therapies such as debridement, skin substitutes, UltraMIST therapy, and Wound VACs, all customized to each patient’s unique needs.

We eliminate the burden of travel and long clinic wait times, helping patients heal faster and more comfortably in a familiar environment. Our team collaborates with primary care providers, home health, and specialists to ensure seamless, coordinated care. We can assist with wound care supplies, lab and diagnostic services, and provide timely updates to families and clinicians.

Now accepting Medicare patients, Mobile WoundCare Partners makes high-quality wound care accessible, convenient, and personal.

Because for seniors, healing isn’t just about medicine, it’s about restoring dignity, comfort, and independence.

Medicare 2026 “Snapshot” (Parts

A, B & Medicare Supplements)

Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people 65 or older, certain younger people with disabilities, and people with End-Stage Renal Disease. The chart below is a snapshot of minimum coverage and how Original Medicare works with Medicare Supplements.

Medicare Part A Hospital Insurance

Premium $0 if you have worked 40 quarters with min income (approx. 10 years)

$1,716 inpatient deductible for each benefit period

In general covers: Hospital Care, Skilled Nursing Facility Care, Hospice, Home Health

Providers must accept Medicare Assignment or no benefits are paid

Maximum exposure of uncovered cost is unlimited

No International Coverage

Medicare Part B Medical Insurance

Average Monthly cost

$206.50 based on income if paid through Social Security Benefits

$288 Annual Deductible

Covers Medically necessary services or supplies that are needed to diagnose or treat medical conditions including preventive services

Providers must accept Medicare Assignment or no benefits are paid

Maximum exposure of uncovered cost is unlimited No International Coverage

If you do not take Part B when you are eligible, when you do take it, you may be subject to a penalty for not having it. The penalty lasts as long as you take Part B

Supplemental Policy Plans A - F Medigap

Plans A - N; with Plan G having the most covered services (Plan F & C is still available if you were elligible for Medicare by 12/31/2019)

Plans cover some or all of Medicare Part A & B deductibles and coinsurance

Medicare Supplements are used in conjunction with Part A & B

Some plans cover Excess which are those providers that do not accept Assignment

Your maximum exposure can be greatly reduced

International Coverage: some cover up to $50,000 for a life time benefit subject to $250 deductible, then you pay 20%

Must have Medicare A & B

Not allowed with Medicare Part C

There is no cost to use the services of a licensed insurance professional. FL Insurance License #W849391 | FL Notary Commission #HH280437 “No one can predict the future, but everyone can protect it”

We do not o er every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 12 organizations which o er 74 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

Medicare 2026 “Snapshot” (Part C Advantage Plans Part D Drug Plans)

Medicare Advantage Plans must o er the same services Orginal Medicare Part A & B o ers. Advantage Plans can o er Part D inside their Part C plans.

Advantage Plans Part C are used instead of Original Medicare

Advantage Plans are adminstered by Insurance Companies

Premiums vary by carrier . You still must have and pay for Medicare Part A & B

Plans vary by county, Types of plans are HMO, PPO, PFFS, etc.

Plans have deductibles, co-pays and coinsurance which have a network of providers, when going out of network you may be charged 100% or a higher copay/coinsurance

CMS provides guidance for the in network out-of-pocket maximum which is $9,350 - out-of-network is $14,000 and includes in -network but subject to reasonable and customary

Plans may o er additional benefits not covered under Orginal Medicare

Annual Election Period runs from October 15-December 7 each year for a Janaury 1st e ective date. This is the time of year to make plan changes on Part C & Part D.

Must have Medicare A & B

Not allowed with Medicare Supplement

May include Prescription Drug Plan

Medicare Part D

Prescription Drug Plans

Prescription Drug Plans are adminstered by Insurance Companies

Premiuims vary by carrier. You still must have Medicare Part A and be entitled to Medicare Part B

Annual Maxium Deductable allowed $615, not all plans have deductibles or may apply only to certain Tiers of Medication

Initial Coverage: you pay co-pay or co-insurance. You stay in this stage until your drug costs estimated drug cost reaches $2,100 in formualry*

Coverage Gap or also called the Donut Hole has gone away in 2026

After you reach $2,100, you pay no more out-of-pocket costs for the rest of the year

If you do not take Part D when you are eligible, when you do take it you may be subject to a penalty for not having it. The penalty lasts for as long as you take Part D

Call 941-477-2429 for a FREE review or contact Medicare directly. For more information visit www.medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048

The information is the authors opinion and not a certificate of coverage. The terms of Medicare and the Insurance Carriers prevail. Prepared August 2025, numbers are estimates and subject to Medicare changes.

Home Health Definitions

This guide contains information about health care services provided in the home. Such services may be needed during recovery after a hospital stay or to help a disabled or elderly person live independently in their own home. Home Health Care Services

• Health care services o ered in the home may include:

• Nursing care

• Physical, occupational, respiratory or speech therapy

• Home health aide services

• Medical social services

• Nutritional counseling

• Medical equipment and supplies

• Homemaker/companion services

HOMEMAKER/COMPANION SERVICES

Services provided by homemakers and companions include housekeeping, meals, shopping, and trips outside the home. These services can also be o ered by a home health agency, nurse registry, or hospice.

HOME HEALTH AGENCIES

Home health agencies provide nursing care; physical, speech, occupational, respiratory and IV therapy; home health aide and homemaker/ companion services; home medical equipment; nutritional guidance; and medical social services in the patient’s home or place of residence. These agencies are required to carry liability

and workers compensation insurance on all employees. These employees are supervised and working under the direction of a licensed practitioner. These services can be paid for by Medicare, Medicaid, Long Term Care Insurance and private pay.

NURSE REGISTRIES

An agency that o ers health care related contracts for nurses, home health aides, certified nursing assistants, homemakers, and companions in a patient’s home and as temporary sta to health care facilities.

HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT PROVIDERS

Home medical equipment providers sell or rent home medical equipment and services for use in a patient’s home or place of residence. Equipment includes, though is not limited to, oxygen, respiratory equipment and customized wheelchairs. Services include delivery, set up, instruction and maintenance of equipment. A home health agency or hospice can also provide this service.

MEDICARE HOME HEALTH AGENCY:

If you have Medicare, you can use your home health benefits if you meet all the following conditions: You must be under the care of a doctor and you must be getting services under a plan of care established and reviewed regularly by a doctor. You must need,

and a doctor must certify that you need, one or more of the following: Intermittent skilled nursing care, physical therapy, speech-language, pathology services, continued occupational therapy. The home health agency caring for you must be approved by Medicare (Medicarecertified). You must be homebound, and a doctor must certify that you’re homebound.

A person may leave home for medical treatment or short, infrequent absences for non-medical reasons, such as attending religious services. You can still get home health care if you attend adult day care, but you would get the home care services in your home. Eligibility is also based on the amount of services you need. If you meet the conditions above, Medicare pays for your covered home health services for as long as you’re eligible and your doctor certifies you need them.

HOME HEALTH AIDES/ASSISTANCE

ADL’S: Refers to persons specifically trained to help individuals with their personal care needs and activities of daily living (ADL’s). Activities of Daily Living are activities that reflect the client’s ability to perform tasks that are essential for self-care such as bathing, feeding oneself, dressing, toileting, transferring from a bed to a chair, etc. Other tasks may be assigned to aides per individual agency and family negotiations/contract. Home Health Aides are available for just a few hours per week up to 24-hour care on a

temporary or long term basis.

PHYSICAL THERAPY (PT): Refers to assessing and treating large motor function, utilizing rehabilitative techniques of exercise, gait training, prosthetics, and heat to restore the client to his/ her highest functional level of strength, range of motion and mobility.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (OT): Assesses and treats small motor function. Utilizes rehabilitative techniques of exercise, splinting and assistive devices to increase the client’s ability to carry out normal daily activity such as feeding, dressing, grooming, and performing household tasks. Guides client through specialized regimes and encourages sensory and muscle return. Exercises and activities are used to increase upper body extremity function.

SPEECH THERAPY (ST): Assesses and treats speech and swallowing disorders. Provides individually designed treatment programs to maximize communicative e ectiveness for the client, such as stroke, head injury, laryngectomy, voice disorders, as well as cognitive deficits.

SOCIAL WORKER: A clinical social worker whose purpose in health care is to enhance, promote, maintain, and restore the best possible social abilities of the patient or family. Services provided may be preventative, developmental, or remedial in nature.

*PAYMENTS: PP=Private Pay / PI=Private Insurance / LT=Long-Term Insurance / VA=Veteran / MA=Medicaid / MC=Medicare / HM=Managed Care Insurance / O=Other **COUNTIES: Charlotte=C / Manatee=M / Sarasota=S ***THERAPIES: O=Occupational / P=Physical / S=Speech ****Prices subject to change

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Exceptional Home Care & Support

When your loved one needs extra care at home, choosing the right home care agency can be tough. Let BrightStar Care® make it easier.

•Comprehensive Care Services: Supporting your loved one’s independence and well-being at home or in a facility.

•Companion Services (CNA or HHA): Companions assist with activities like art, walks, or reading, plus light housekeeping, laundry, meals, and transportation.

•Personal Care (CNA or HHA): Caregivers help with mobility, bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and toileting—ensuring comfort and dignity.

•Skilled Care (RN) – PRIVATE PAY ONLY: RNs provide diabetic care, home infusion, blood draws, injections, medication management, and wound care.

•Physical Therapy – PRIVATE PAY ONLY: In-home exercises to improve strength, balance, and independence.

•NEW: FREE Dementia Guide Program: Expert Care Navigators offer coordinated support for families and individuals with dementia. A free Medicare-covered program for those who qualify.

MEDICARE

HOME HEALTH

Be eligible for Medicare

Have a doctors order

Need skilled care or therapies

Be homebound

Home Health Agency providing care must be Medicare-certified

PRIVATE DUTY HOME CARE

Will provide 24 hour care

Assist with activities of daily living (ex. bathing, dressing, bathroom)

Companion care and homemaker services (ex. shopping, cleaning, laundry, meal prep, transportation)

The main difference between Medicare

Home Health and Private Pay Home is the funding source and eligibility criteria. Medicare is government-funded and only available to eligible individuals based on specific criteria. Private Pay is paid for out-ofpocket or by Long Term Care Insurance by the person receiving care or their families. This care is accessible to anyone who can afford it.

To find local home health and home care options, go to page 116-123 or visit seniorsbluebook.com

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Independent Living Definitions

ACTIVE ADULT RETIREMENT

COMMUNITY: Active adult communities o er independent, relatively maintenance-free living to residents aged 55 and over. In “age restricted” active adult communities, 80% of homeowners must be 55 and over, while “agetargeted” communities simply market to the 55+ crowd.

INDEPENDENT LIVING (IL):

Communities designed specifically for the aging adult to enhance quality of life and remain independent as long as possible. A community may o er annual rentals or month-to-month. Independent Communities provide residents with convenient access to dining & meal plans, entertainment and social activities, transportation, housekeeping & laundry, maintenance, wellness clinics, and access to third party medical services. Apartment styles vary and can include studios, one bedrooms, or two bedrooms. Communities o er amenities such as full kitchens, on-site pool, fitness center, walking paths, and more. These communities are NOT licensed to provide personal/nursing care.

SUPERVISED INDEPENDENT LIVING:

If you or your loved one may not need all the benefits of assisted living, then supervised independent living may be the right option for you. It’s the perfect bridge between being completely independent and not necessarily

needing all of the care assisted living residents may need. Traditional independent options plus the option of adding ala carte personal care services as needed.

CCRC/LIFECARE: Continuing Care Retirement Community otherwise known as Life Care, o ers a campusstyle environment that may include villas, apartments or condos, assisted living, and skilled nursing services. A large endowment fee is usually required that entitles residents to use assisted or skilled services when needed throughout their lifetime. Residents “purchase” their villa or condo and then pay monthly maintenance fees. Payor sources accepted are private pay in villas/ apartments/condos and some insurance plans in AL. See SNF for payor sources.

From Very Independent to Assisted Lifestyles

Annual, Seasonal, Guest, Trial and Respite Stays

A Full-Service Retirement Residence

Located in the Heart of Sarasota.

Privately-Owned, Intimate Family and Home-Like Environment.

Convenient to Area Arts, Attractions, Fine Dining, Beaches, Entertainment, Theatres, and Shopping.

Experience Active Senior Living with Amenities such as Social Activities; Delicious Meals; Utilities; Housekeeping; Concierge Health and Wellness Program; and Flexible Transportation.

Discover Distinctive Retirement Living

Discover distinctive retirement living at Emerson LakesSM, the senior living community coming to Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Opening in fall 2026, this community will feature maintenance-free homes with access to area amenities.

Live the Lifestyle You’ve Earned

Thrive with a retirement designed for an active, social lifestyle. Connect with new friends and explore endless opportunities for hobbies, recreation, lifelong learning, and more.

Amenities At Your Fingertips

Enjoy the perks of resort-style living from the comfort of your own home, with amenities such as:

• Unique dining venues

• Outdoor pool with walk-up bar

• State-of-the-art fitness center

• Meditation garden

Gain Peace of Mind

Experience the ease of our on-site medical center and security sta trained in emergency response. Emerson Lakes’ master development plan includes additional levels of care should you ever need them.

A Community You Can Count On

When you start your life at Emerson Lakes, you’ll be part of a community you can trust. Erickson Senior Living-managed communities have provided quality care for seniors nationwide for over 40 years. Reserve today and embrace the lifestyle you deserve. Call 1-888-515-6080 to learn more!

Vibrant Senior Living

Is Coming Soon to Lakewood Ranch!

Emerson Lakes is now accepting reservations.

Live the Life You Deserve at The Alloro at University Groves

Nowadays, we hear a lot about the notion of ‘living your best life,’ and the idea of prioritizing your overall wellness and happiness As more and more newly-minted seniors continue to embrace this concept, a new type of 55+ living experience has emerged - Active-Adult communities. Featuring robust activity and event calendars and resort-inspired amenities, these facilities cater to those who elect to shed the burdens of home ownership and maintenance in favor of a downsized, hassle-free life.

They do not feature the higher level of medical service and support that one might expect to see at a more traditional ‘old folks’ home,’ instead offering residents an experience more comparable

to a high-end vacation – a tradeoff that has proven extremely desirable to this new generation of young seniors.

In Sarasota, Florida, The Alloro at University Groves has taken this idea to the next level. The Alloro team has recognized that the needs of the modern senior have evolved and has gone to great lengths to emphasize providing its residents the freedom they

Luxurious resort living community for those 55+

need to live the life they deserve – one that allows them to choose between countless ways to enjoy each day in their high-end community. Now with all this newfound freedom, residents of The Alloro can focus on what’s truly important – their happiness and well-being. Thankfully, this community offers them everything needed to tailor their retirement experience to a perfect fit.

Whether it’s a relaxing day sunbathing at the property’s pool and spa, a beauty treatment at the on-site salon, a workout in the state-of-the-art fitness center or pickleball court, a leisurely walk in the dog park or even just a mellow night at home in their spacious one- or two-bedroom apartment, residents have access to activities and resort inspired amenities right at their fingertips.

Exciting still, Alloro residents are able to take full advantage of their new home’s prime location. Conveniently located just a short

drive from Sarasota’s bustling downtown and many of the region’s top shopping, dining and entertainment destinations, Alloro community members have no shortage of exciting, fun and enjoyable outings just a stone’s throw from their beautiful new  apartment.

If you’re interested in learning more about how you can live your best life at The Alloro at University Groves, we encourage you to Call (941) 724-8312 today to speak with one of the property’s leasing specialists or visit www.LifeAtAlloro.com for more information.

Don’t miss your chance to embrace the luxury lifestyle you deserve in one of sunny Florida’s newest luxury communities!

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Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles 8980941-575-9900

Brookdale Rotonda 9182941-698-1198

Courtyard Assisted Living (The) 7326941-624-2225

Divine Care of Port Charlotte 13617941-235-8770

Grace Assisted Living, LLC 12849941-766-7178

Harborview Acres Inc 7257941-743-7775

Harbour Health Assisted Living 5075941-625-1100

Kimberly Place 7594941-625-0030

Lexington Manor Assisted Living 10548941-766-7991

Parkside Assisted Living and Memory Cottage 13075941-766-7444

Sandhill Gardens Retirement Center 9905941-764-6577

Sunshine Harbor Assisted Living Facility 13271720-295-3488

Vick Street Manor 5016941-627-5388 MANATEE COUNTY

Aviata at Bradenton Villas 8659941-750-9691

Bradenton Palms Alf I 12389941-798-3949

Brookdale Bradenton Gardens 6528941-756-5571

Brookdale Palma Sola 4712941-794-5657

Brookdale Pointe West 8527941-795-5533

Cortez House Assisted Living Facility 10127941-794-5558

Dorcas House 8933941-749-0780

Elan Manatee 13316941-213-5555

Faithful Friends Inc 13096941-237-8174

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Amira Choice Sarasota 13560941-259-8971

Anchin Pavilion 8951941-379-3553

Angels Senior Living at Sarasota 13217941-866-4000

Arabella Garden 13117941-488-5970

Arden Courts of Sarasota 9414941-925-3900

Ashton Place Corp 8686941-922-2722

Aviata at Beneva Villas 6563941-316-0151

Banyan Residence Assisted Living LLC 11794941-412-4748

Bay Village of Sarasota Inc 9166941-966-5611

Bay Village of Sarasota Inc 13765941-966-5611

Bayshore Guest Home 11852941-484-1222

Bayshore Place 12911941-953-6949

Brisiana Manor ALF 12287941-371-4091

Brookdale Colonial Park 7439941-378-4414

Brookdale Deer Creek Sarasota 8556941-927-7600

Brookdale Palmer Ranch 9737941-926-1966

Brookdale Phillippi Creek 7102941-922-8778

Brookdale Sarasota Midtown 7099941-954-1911

Convivial Jacaranda Trace, LLC 10358941-260-3922

Croton Manor 8427941-927-0139

Excelsior Omega # 2 13308941-807-9657

Excelsior Omega Inc 11449941-371-4091

Faithful Friends of North Port LLC 13717941-237-8174

Family Extended Care of Sarasota (Dba) Cabot Reserve On The Green 9381941-377-3231

French Blossoms Assisted Living 8446941-661-2650

Fruitville Holdings Oppidan Inc 9876941-371-9158

Gardens of North Port (The) 10843941-423-0658

Gardens of Venice Retirement Residence 12423941-497-0650

Gocio Home 13049941-371-4091

Grand Villa of Englewood 13999941-474-8600

Grand Villa of Sarasota 8261941-955-4646

Harbor Inn of Venice Inc 8268941-488-1492

Harbor Inn of Venice South 9691941-496-4096

Harborchase of Sarasota 12753941-468-2838

Heartis Venice LLC 13627941-499-1800

Heron Club at Prestancia The 10107941-922-1669

Highlands at The Glenridge On Palmer Ranch (The) 10453941-552-3591

Inglenook House Assisted Living Facility 7384941-474-5563

Josefa’s Alf Corp 12682941-879-4357

Lakehouse West 5850941-923-7525

Lily’s Promise LLC 12553941-926-5459

Magnolia Acres 7293941-474-5456

Maris Pointe 9071941-485-8885

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Assisted Living Definitions

WHAT ARE ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES?

Assisted living provides a combination of housing, personal care services, and health care designed to respond to individuals who need assistance with normal daily activities in a way that promotes maximum independence. Services include, but are not limited to:

• Nutritional meals and special diets

• Supervision and assistance with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transfers, and eating)

• Health monitoring

• Assistance with self-administration of medications

• Arrange for health care and mental health services

• Provide or arrange for transportation to medical appointments

• Housekeeping and Laundry services

• Daily social and leisure activities

• Supervise residents with dementia and/or cognitive impairments

• Provide or arrange for rehabilitative services

• Provide escort services to medical appointments

• Educational programs to promote health and prevent illness

TYPES OF ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY LICENSES:

There are four types of assisted living licenses. A community must have a standard assisted living community license in order to operate in the state of Florida. The other four licenses can be added in order for the community to provide services designated outside the spectrum of a standard assisted living community license.

STANDARD LICENSE: A residential community that provides direct physical assistance with or the supervision of activities of daily living, assistance with medication(s) and other similar services.

LIMITED NURSING SERVICES

(LNS) LICENSE: An assisted living community with a LNS license provides the same services as a Standard License Community as well as nursing services provided by licensed nurses within the scope of their nursing practice. The resident would still need to meet admission and continued residency criteria. LNS services include but are not limited to:

• Nursing assessments

• Administration of medications

• Measurement and recording of vital signs and weight

• Dietary management, including special diets, monitoring nutrition, food, and fluid intake

• Diabetes management, oxygen administration, and wound care

EXTENDED CONGREGATE CARE

(ECC) LICENSE: An assisted living community with an ECC license allows a resident to age in place. In addition to LNS services, ECC communitites provide:

• Total help with bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting

• Assistance with (non-nasogastric) tube feeding

LIMITED MENTAL HEALTH LICENSE:

An assisted living community that serves three or more mental health residents. The basic services of assisted living are provided to the resident. In addition to these services, LMH license provides mental heatlh services to support the individual.

MEMORY CARE: These are licensed assisted living communities that specialize in delivering care to residents su ering from a cognitive impairment. These include but are not limited to: mild cognitive impairment, dementia and Alzheimer’s. Communities are secure for residents’ safety and provide 24-hour supervised care. The same license rules apply as assisted living. Sta members are trained for the special needs of this population.

SHORT TERM/RESPITE CARE:

Circumstances require a caregiver to seek temporary senior housing for

your loved one. Knowing they can move seamlessly into an emergency care environment that supports the wellness needs of seniors allows peace of mind when you are called away for business or vacation, or if you just need a short break from caregiving.

ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING (ADLs):

Define the personal care services available in assisted living and include bathing, dressing, grooming, bathroom assistance, eating and ambulation. Medication Administration and transferring are not ADLs but are factors in determining a person’s level of functioning.

ADULT DAY STAY PROGRAMS:

There are two general types of adult day care programs. One is based on a medical model and the other on a social model. The medical model provides comprehensive medical, therapeutic, and rehabilitation day treatment. The social model o ers supervised activities, peer support, companionship, and recreation. Both models assist older adults and those with chronic conditions to remain as independent as possible, for as long as possible.

ASSISTED LIVING MEDICAID WAIVER

The waiver is available to people who are 60 or older who qualify for Medicaid and are eligible under SSI, MEDS-AD, or ICP. The waiver program does not cover the entire bill in a assisted living community.

Comfort Meets Compassion

Hampton Manor of Punta Gorda Premier Assisted Living & Memory Care

Discover a vibrant, a ordable senior living community where your loved one can thrive with dignity, safety, and joy.

At Hampton Manor, we treat every resident like family – o ering personalized support, beautiful surroundings, and engaging programs.

Our Care Promise:

• Personalized Assistance with Daily Needs

• Medication Coordination & Personal Care

• Respite Care Available

• Family Selected Activities & Outings

• Transportation for Doctor

Appointments Available on Mondays & Fridays

Amenities That Feel Like Home:

• Bistro Café & Lounge

• On-site Salon

• Housekeeping, Trash Removal & Laundry

• Three Fresh, Well-Balanced Meals Daily

• Scheduled Family Meetings & Social Events

Visit Us Today at 10211 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, or call (941) 621-9898 / (941) 201-8053. Visit us online at puntagordaseniorliving. com.

Call us to schedule a tour!

WHERE CARE MEETS COMMUNITY

of Charlotte, Manatee and Sarasota Counties

ADULT FAMILY CARE HOMES

ADMINISTRATOR/ COMMUNITY ADDRESS

CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Chery Mary A 1048 Renoir St., Port Charlotte 3395269055145941-629-9570

Degra Elmire 131 Castile Ct., Punta Gorda 33983 69069555941-286-8431

Harris George 1429 Dorchester St., Port Charlotte 3395269069894941-763-3733

Hendricks Raymond 1306 Annette St., Port Charlotte 3398069067494941-875-0139

Moore Marsha 284 Wilmers Rd., Punta Gorda 3398269069574941-621-4841

Parkes Rosylin 23442 Garrett Ave., Port Charlotte 3395469059725941-391-6502

Sealy Lesa Noriega 15 Madre De Dios St., Punta Gorda 3398369063215941-629-4934

Sharma Sherry R 3166 Marine Terr., Punta Gorda 3398369065174941-276-4035

Stany Woofkins 23143 Hemenway Ave., Port Charlotte 3398069068444941-883-4489

Williams Simone 20175 Hillsborough Blvd., Port Charlotte 3395469068904954-393-2758

MANATEE COUNTY

Allen Darleen Marie 208 42nd Ave. E., Unit A, Bradenton 3420869070453941-773-9366

Carley John & Shirley 3105 Canal Rd., Palmetto 34221 69058605941-722-1082

Henderson Carla 5103 19th Ct. E., Bradenton 34203 69068925941-345-0974

Mays Eugenia D 2606 4th St. E., Bradenton 34208 69066384941-580-0622

Paul Claudette 4103 Day Bridge Pl., Ellenton 3422269069934941-580-1885

Angles Luis M 5413 Hayden Blvd., Sarasota 3423269054825941-378-4317

Cherry Nadine 2565 Parma St., Sarasota 34231 69061155941-926-2897

Walton Jeanne Elizabeth 740 Crestwood Rd., Englewood

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SPECIALIZED MEMORY SUPPORT COMMUNITIES

At Liana, we provide personalized, heartfelt care to your loved ones with memory challenges. A dedicated team of dementia specialists ensure that each day is meaningful and every moment is lled with joy. Daily activities, serene courtyards, delightful dining experiences –- every aspect of Liana is crafted to inspire con dence and nurture a sense of comfort and purpose. Call to schedule your visit today.

LIANA

At Inspired Living, inspiration comes naturally. Our assisted living and memory care communities help older adults discover new passions, cultivate friendships, and make meaningful connections. Our residents enjoy a robust calendar of experiences, each more inspiring than the last, and all thoughtfully designed to provide a full and engaging lifestyle. Call to schedule a visit today.

Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes Memory Care (941) 300-1943

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Skilled Nursing Definitions

SKILLED NURSING COMMUNITY

(SNF): This level of care is typically found in a nursing center or a transitional care unit in a hospital. Daily rates typically include a furnished bedroom & a private or shared bath, meals, activities, transportation, phone service, cable television and all personal/nursing care. Payor sources usually accepted are Medicare, Medicaid, VA, some insurance plans & private sources.

METHODS OF PAYMENT: Not all nursing homes accept all forms of payments. Furthermore, some nursing homes are limited in the number of beds available for a particular payment form.

MEDICARE: Medicare is a Federal program that serves people 65 and older and those with certain disabilities, regardless of income. Qualified individuals are automatically enrolled in Medicare Part A, but must apply to become eligible for Part B coverage. Medicare generally pays for the first twenty days in a nursing home following a hospital stay of at least three days. Medicare generally pays a portion of the nursing home bill (after the first 20 days) for up to 100 days per year.

MEDICAID: Medicaid is a stateadministered medical assistance program that serves low-income families, those 65 and older, people

who are blind, and people who are disabled. You must apply and qualify for Medicaid before you are eligible for Medicaid coverage. Schedule an appointment with your local Department of Children and Family Services’ Medicaid Eligibility o ce to determine if you are financially eligible for Medicaid. Applicants must demonstrate that assets and income are below a maximum level, as well as other criteria in order to be eligible. Medicaid applicants must also meet medical eligibility for nursing home placement.

SPEECH THERAPY (ST): Assesses and treats speech and swallowing disorders. Provides individually designed treatment programs to maximize communicative e ectiveness for the client, such as stroke, head injury, laryngectomy, voice disorders, as well as cognitive deficits.

TRACH CARE: Refers to care administered to patients who have undergone a tracheotomy. A tracheotomy is a surgical procedure in which a cut or opening is made in the windpipe (trachea). The surgeon inserts a tube into the opening to bypass an obstruction, allow air to get to the lungs, or remove secretions.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (OT):

Assesses and treats small motor function. Utilizes rehabilitative techniques of exercise, splinting and assistive devices to increase the client’s

ability to carry out normal daily activity such as feeding, dressing, grooming, and performing household tasks. Guides client through specialized regimes and encourages sensory and muscle return. Exercises and activities are used to increase upper body extremity function.

PHYSICAL

THERAPY (PT): Refers to assessing and treating large motor function, utilizing rehabilitative techniques of exercise, gait training, prosthetics, and heat to restore the client to his/ her highest functional level of strength, range of motion and mobility.

ABOUT THE AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION

Our Agency was statutorily created by Chapter 20, Florida Statutes as the chief health policy and planning entity for the state. We are primarily responsible for the state’s estimated $25.2 billion Medicaid program that will serve a projected 4.27 million Floridians in SFY 2016-17, the licensure of the state’s 48,500 health care facilities and the sharing of health care data through the Florida Center for Health Information and Policy Analysis. This year we are working to continue to reduce the number of uninsured across the state, to enhance our ability to target fraudulent providers, to reduce unnecessary regulation, and to reduce administrative costs in order to ensure that dollars go to serve patients and more. This site gives you access to

pull up records on every senior living community and home health agency. It is crucial to investigate if whatever service you are looking for has had citations, if the citations have been remedied etc. This is the only site that can provide you this information in a completely unbiased format. https://www.floridahealthfinder.gov/ (888) 419-3456

WHAT WILL THE

FLORIDAHEALTHFINDER.GOV

WEBINAR COVER AND HOW DO I SIGN UP?

The webinar is a FREE live virtual tour featuring the highlights of the FloridaHealthFinder.gov website. There will also be a question and answer period, at the end, to address your personal needs or questions about this site. Webinars are o ered in English or Spanish and will include a general overview of the website or they can be tailored specifically for the new patient data query tool.

=Please Call *Prices subject to change **Therapies include O=Occupational / P=Physical / S=Speech For more information visit

MANATEE COUNTY

SARASOTA COUNTY

Harborview Sarasota 130470982941-378-8000

Hawthorne Center For Rehabilitation and Healing of Sarasota130471051941-355-6111

Indian Beach Nursing and Rehab Center 12510961941-955-4915

Inn at Sarasota Bay Club 16370968941-953-6949

North Port Rehabilitation and Nursing Center 1455095941-261-4268

Pines of Sarasota 1443095941-365-0250

Plymouth Harbor Incorporated 1449096941-361-7246

Sarasota Health and Rehabilitation Center 11350961941-365-2422

Sarasota Memorial Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 12310961941-917-4950

Sarasota Point Rehabilitation Center 130471036941-331-4362

Siesta Key Health and Rehabilitation Center 15130962941-355-2913

Sunnyside Nursing Home 1535096941-371-2729

Sunset Lake Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center 15720961941-492-5313

The Springs at Lake Pointe Woods 1468096941-929-2700

Venice Health and Rehabilitation Center 14390962813-956-9004

Village On The Isle 1509096941-484-9753

Vivo Healthcare Meadows 1492096941-377-0022

Advertiser Index

109A Better WayConcierge Home Health

113A Place at Home

32 INS ActivAge Daytime Senior Care / Home Care

55, 96 INS Advent Health

17Age In Place Care Solutions

123Alderman Oaks

2, 10, 128-129 Alloro University Village

95Alzheimer’s Association

77Archwell Health

168-IBCAston Gardens at Pelican Marsh

114Best Choices Companion Services

66BlueStar Move Management

111 BrightStar Care of Venice & Port Charlotte

68Caring Transitions

133Coastal Care Sta ng

64Coastal Insurance & Notary Services

81 Coldwell Banker RealtyLinda Swanson

49Collins Insurance Specialist, LLC

112ComForCare Home Care

112Comfort Keepers

144DeSoto Plams

33 INSDignity Memorial

145Discovery Commons at Bradenton

147Discovery Commons at South Biscayne

150Discovery Village at Sarasota Bay

144Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita

114Elite Premier Nursing Services

127 Emerson Lakes Senior Living Community 82

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota 79

Family Doctors of North Port and Englewood

70Family Spine and Pain Care Institute

70Forever Living

123Freedom Village of Bradenton

81

Functional Transformation Mobile Rehab

73FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers

136, 148 Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch / Wellen Park

144Grand Villa of Port Charlotte

19Grey Matters

146Hampton Manor of Punta Gorda

149Heritage Oaks of Englewood

113Home Instead

112, BCHomewell Care Services

15Hope Pace

Advertiser Index

158 Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes / Lakewood Ranch

49Insurance Sales Inc

134Je erson Center

157Liana at Sarasota / Venice

163

LifeCare Center of Sarasota / Punta Gorda

24Lutheran Services Florida

109McKenney Home Care

41Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee

75Millennium Physician Group

114Mind & Mobility Home Care

103Mobile WoundC are Partners

16Mobility Source

35Mortellaro Law

FC, 1My Care Finders

93NeuroChallenge

50-51Parkinson Place

62Platinum Benefit Services

23Robles Law

116Seaside Home Health Care

21Secure Aging

85Senior Friendship Centers

28SoundChoice Cremation

67Sunshine Movers

134The Barclay at Sarasota

IFC, 151The Gallery at North Port

135The Goldton of Venice

97 INSThe Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles

144

The Windsor at Lakewood Ranch / Venice

14Town Square University Parkway

148Truewood by Merrill - Charlotte

20Twin Rivers Pathways

56Tye Medical

57Ultimate Resource Navigators

74VIP Care

114Visiting Angels of Punta Gorda

91Vivistim

71Walgreens

66WeCare Senior Relocation Services

80WENG Radio

137Westminster of Bradenton

115Whitsyms

148Woodlands Village

101YMCA

•Alzheimer’s and dementia care

•Chronic disease management

•Medication management and administration

•Assistancewith bathing and dressing

•Incontinent care

•Mobility and transfer assistance

•Life enrichment and quality companionship

•Monitoringvital signs and blood sugar

•Light housekeeping and meal preparation

•Transportation to errands and appointments Long

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