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How to Use this Guide

GETTING STARTED IS EASY Our guide is divided into 3 distinct sections and divided by color tabs: 1. Community Resources and Services This section is alphabetical. You will find hundreds of different services and organizations that work with seniors and their families. This includes everything from networking to professional services, such as Adult Day, Care Management, Elder Law, Social Security, Senior Centers, etc… 2. Health at Home – Home Health & Personal Care Agencies This section offers four different comparison spreadsheet/grids; one for Homemaker Companion (nonmedical care and personal assistance at home) and two for (Medical Care) Private Pay Home Health Agencies and Medicare Home Health Agencies. First familiarize yourself with the different services that are offered by each agency. You will find definitions about each service in this section. Many options exist; we hope this will help you find a provider to meet your specific needs. 4 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


2. Health at Home – Purple 3. Housing Options – Green

3. Housing First you should familiarize yourself with the many options available and determine which one is best for your needs. You will find definitions on 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 and Retirement, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing. The buildings are listed by city or 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. www.SeniorsBlueBook.com Enhanced Search Options ■ Activity Calendars ■ Look for the and find out more information on-line ■ Share with other seniors/caregivers at facebook.com/seniorsbluebook ■

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Table of Contents and Spotlights

Spotlight on Seniors and Services – Read about

SPOTLIGHTS Read about local seniors and services. Learn how their experiences and expertise can benefit you.

Table of Contents Advertiser Index .........................................150 Publisher’s Letter .........................................10 How to Use This Guide ...................................4-5

COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES Accounting & Tax Services ...............................11 Activities & Entertainment ...............................11 Adult Day Programs ....................................12 Aging in Place Service Directory .......................84-85 Air Conditioning Service ................................14 Alternative Therapies ...................................14 Care Management ......................................14 Consumer Affairs .......................................18 County Health Depts ...................................19 Dental Resources .......................................20 Dental Services .........................................20 Elder Abuse ...........................................20 Elder Affairs ...........................................22 Elder Care Planning and Consulting ......................22 Elder Law .............................................24 Emergency Response Systems ............................26 Employment ...........................................27 Energy Cost Assistance ..................................28 Financial Assistance .....................................28 Financial Services .......................................30 Food Assistance ........................................30 (continued on next page) 6 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


how their experiences can help you.

Read about services offered by owner, Mark Selis for more than 30 years. See page 44-45

BRIGHTSTAR Meet Jim and Winnie Ellis and see how Brightstar Home Health has helped them. See page 98-99

COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES (cont’d) Funeral, Mortuary & Cremation ...........................34 Health and Help Lines ...................................36 Health Groups for Specific Ailments/Support Groups ...............................36 Health Insurance Information and Counseling ...............41 Hearing Aids Sales & Service ..............................41 Hearing Resources ......................................41 Home Medical Equipment ................................42 Hospice ...............................................42 Hospitals ..............................................42 Housing Placement & Resource Speacilist ...................47 Legal Services ...........................................52 Libraries ...............................................52 Mediation Services ......................................54 Medical House Calls .....................................54 Medicare / Medicaid Information ..........................54 Mental Health ..........................................56 Mobility Equipment .....................................60 Move Management ......................................60 Pharmacies .............................................60 Prescription Assistance ...................................60 Professional Organizational Services .......................60 Senior Activities .........................................62 Senior Centers/Recreational Programs ......................64 Senior Organizations and Services .........................66 (continued on next page) = Web Link on www.SeniorsBlueBook.com • January - June 2015 • 7

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ALL EARS HEARING SERVICES


Table of Contents and Spotlights

Spotlight on Seniors and Services – Read about ASTON GARDENS

AUTUMN OF SARASOTA

Read about how Dick and Jean Pierce are ambassadors at Aston Gardens, helping others with their decisions. See pages 112-113.

Read about the science and care behind the struggles with on-staff neurologist, Daniel P. Stein, MD. See pages 128-129.

Table of Contents cont’d COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES (cont’d) Senior Real Estate Specialists ..............................72 Senior Transition Services ................................74 Social Security ..........................................74 Surgery Centers .........................................74 Telephone Reassurance ..................................74 Transportation .........................................74 Urgent Care Centers .....................................77 Veterans Services ........................................77 Vision Resources ........................................78 Volunteer Opportunities .................................79

HOME HEALTH & NON-MEDICAL HOME HEALTH CARE AGENCIES Senior Spotlight: All Ears Hearing Services ...............44-45 Homemaker Companion Comparison Grid ..............86-87 Home Health Definitions ..............................92-93 Private Pay Home Health Comparison Grid ..............94-97 Senior Spotlight: BrightStar ............................98-99 Medicare Home Health Comparison Grid ..............104-105

SENIOR HOUSING Senior Housing Definitions ..........................106-107 Independent Living Communities Comparison Grid .................................108-111 Senior Spotlight: Aston Gardens ......................112-113 Assisted Living Communities Comparison Grid ........116-127 (continued on next page) 8 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


how their experiences can help you.

Margie and Bill Ware benefit from a personcentered care philosophy. See pages 132-133.

HAWTHORNE VILLAGE Meet Al Washington, who from the moment he set foot in Hawthorne Village felt at home. See pages 146-147.

SENIOR HOUSING (cont’d) Senior Spotlight: Autumn of Sarasota ..................128-129 Senior Spotlight: Inspired Living Communities .........132-133 Skilled Nursing Comparison Grid .....................140-143 Senior Spotlight: Hawthorne Village ...................146-147

FEATURE ARTICLES Benefits of Becoming a Volunteer Driver for ITN .............83 Cardiothoracic Surgery in Our Community .................50 Discover Communication Freedom with Florida Relay 711 ....88 Five Tips to Successful Aging ..............................33 Identity Theft is the Fastest Growing Crime in the Country ...................................23 Local Program Helps Family Caregivers Prepare for Senior Emergencies .................................102 Manatee County Senior Advocacy Council Can Help in Many Ways .................................71 Medical House Calls: Supporting Aging in Place and Quality of Life .....................................53 Peace of Mind Begins with a Plan ..........................25 Senior Medicaid Solutions ................................57 Suncoast Center for Independent Living Empowers Seniors with Disabilities .......................58 The NICHE Program at Venice Regional Bayfront Health ......48 Volunteer for an Hour, Help a Student for a Lifetime! .........81 Your Surgical Team: The Unknown Force in the OR ..........46

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Letter from the Publisher

Samantha Hersch Publisher Samantha@SeniorsBlueBook.com

(941) 351-3630 Shannon E. Sykes Art Director

The Seniors Blue Book P.O. BOX 100237 Cape Coral, FL 33910 Cell: (239)410-5663 Fax: (239) 236-0641 WEB SITE: www.SeniorsBlueBook.com

Additional copies of this Directory are available FREE at most of the gathering places for seniors, many of which are featured in the SENIORS BLUE BOOK. Give us a call at

(941) 351-3630 and we will direct you to the location nearest you. Copies are available at all Walgreen’s in the pharmacy area. The contents of this book may not be reproduced either in whole or in part without consent of the publisher. Every effort has been made to include accurate data, however, the publisher cannot be held liable for material content or errors. Copyright 2015 by Samantha Hersch Enterprises dba Seniors Blue Book. 10 • Seniors Blue Book

Dear Valued Readers, You hold in your hand the 5th edition of the Seniors Blue Book for Charlotte, Manatee, and Sarasota Counties. With each edition my commitment and inspiration to improve the guide is fueled by the wonderful senior and caregiver community it serves. We are very fortunate to live in such a vibrant and supportive community as Southwest Florida and with every edition I find exciting new services, resources, events, and communities to showcase to our seniors. The Seniors Blue Book and SeniorsBlueBook.com is the trusted source for accurate and up to date information on hundreds of resources, agencies, housing communities, and services available to seniors and those serving seniors in our area. Each listing has been personally called and verified and is the most accurate and up-to-date information you will find. In the guide you see will many articles written by local experts on various “real world” topics beneficial to seniors, caregivers, and health care professionals. Along with informative articles, you will also find features on local organizations. Please take some time perusing these pieces and I bet you’ll learn something new. There are also hundreds of archived articles available from experts across the country at SeniorsBlueBook.com. Thank you for the warm welcome and the continued support of the Seniors Blue Book. We promise to publish and provide the community with the very best possible resources for seniors, caregivers, and health care professionals. We look forward to continuing to serve Southwest Florida and strive to make each new edition better than the last. Have an enjoyable and safe Winter and Spring, and please let me know how I can make the Seniors Blue Book even better! Sincerely, Samantha Hersch, Publisher


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Mobile Tax Service (ad on page 85) Serving all counties – In the Comfort of your own home. .....941 306-1040

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT Fisherman’s Village (ad on page 11) 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, FL 33950..................................800 639-0200 Friendship Centers (ad on page 65) 1888 Brother Geenan Way, Sarasota 34236 ...............................................941 955-2122 2350 Scenic Drive, Venice 34293.................................................................941 955-2122 Senior Enrichment Center 1816 9th St W, Bradenton 34205 .....................................................................941 749-0100

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ADULT DAY CARE Adult day programs are for elders who need a place to stay during the day because of difficulty functioning alone. CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Chelsea Place Retirement Living 315 Addison Dr, Pt Charlotte 33980..................................................................941 979-5179 Sun Palms Adult Day Care 12717 Gulfstream Blvd. Port Charlotte 33981 ..................................................941 698-5776 Hope PACE (ad on page 58) .............................................................855 454-3102 Golden Rule Senior Living, 21271 Dearborn Ave, Pt Charlotte............941 787-3517 Spencer’s Home Care, 2127 Starlite Ln, Port Charlotte 33952 ................941 627-4515

MANATEE COUNTY

Daybreak Adult Day Center, 2703 19th St Court E, Bradenton 34208............................................................941 747-4655 Meals on Wheels Plus (ad on page 33) 1816 9th St. W, Bradenton 34209................................................................941 749-0100 Sunny Bower Asstd Living, 1604 71st St NW, Bradenton 34209.........941 545-0417

SARASOTA COUNTY

Friendship Center, Inc (ad on page 65) 1820 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 ................................................941 556-3277 2350 Scenic Dr, Venice 34293 ......................................................................941 584-0044 Kobernick Anchin (ad on page IFC) 1959 N Honore Ave, Sarasota 34235............................................................941 377-0781 The Loveland Center, 157 Havana Rd, Venice 34292...............................941 493-0016 Perfect Aide for Seniors 8051 N Tamiami Tr, Ste A1, Sarasota 34234.....................................................941 312-6167

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AIR CONDITIONING SERVICES 7th Generation Air Conditioning & Heating (ad on page 14) Serving Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte Counties ..................941 966-1684 Presto Air (ad on page 15) Serving Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte Counties ..................941 876-1062

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ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES

Advanced CranialSacral Therapy (ad on page 16) 1188 N Tamiami Tr, #205D, San Marco Bldg, Sarasota 34236 ...................941 755-3437

CARE MANAGEMENT – NON-PROFIT CHARLOTTE COUNTY

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

MANATEE AND SARASOTA COUNTIES Carefree Living at Home (ad on page 85) ..............................941 539-9497

Catholic Charities 15900 Pan American Blvd, Ste 203, North Port 34287 ....................................941 244-9490 Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS) (ad on page 67) 2688 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota 34237...............................................................941 366-2224 Lutheran Services (ad on page 69) 1748 Independence Blvd, Sarasota 34234...................................................941 358-6330 14 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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“releasing pain ~ freeing the body” TERRENCE B. GRYWINSKI

How would it feel to be pain free? Advanced Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle whole body therapy that can give you immediate relief

TRY A THERAPY THAT WORKS! Advanced Craniosacral Therapy clients have experienced… Q Immediate relief from body pain, including: • headaches and migraines • neck, back, sciatic and TMJ pain • plantar fasciitis and foot pain Q Immediate relief from a variety of health issues, including: • recovery from stroke, Parkinsons and surgeries • impaired mobility, flexibility and range of motion • low energy levels

Advanced Craniosacral Therapy improves the health of the entire body

“Specializing in Craniosacral Therapy for 19 years because it works” TERRENCE B. GRYWINSKI

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Client Testimonials To say Terry is a gifted healer is an understatement! In just two sessions, my sciatic pain was gone! Because our 16 year old daughter developed debilitating migraines in October, she was forced to drop advanced placement classes and stop her social life. In spite of many visits to medical specialists and multiple medical tests, the only treatment that helped her was Craniosacral Therapy with Terry. What a blessing to see my daughter back to her normal life and again excelling at her studies. Terry is the only therapist who helped me with my debilitating neck pain. Since working with him, I am free of pain and much healthier because he also helped me with my chronic bronchitis and stomach problems. I have suffered with TMJ and jaw pain for 51 years. An injury to my jaw a year ago made the problem even worse. After working with Terry, the pain and the crunching is gone. Not only that, I no longer suffer from exhaustion. My dentist is so impressed with Terry’s work. I decided to go to Terry on the advice of my daughter, a nurse, because not only did I have neck and low back pain, I also had stiffness in my body and periodic dizziness. After three sessions with Terry, my neck and low back pain is gone and my whole body feels so much looser. My walking has improved and I no longer lean to the left. My breathing is so much easier and I have more energy. (83 year old retired police officer)

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CONSUMER AFFAIRS Government and non-profit organizations that provide consumer information or legal advice. SARASOTA COUNTY

Better Business Bureau ............................................................................800 525-1447 Citizen Dispute Settlement Program Justice Center 2071 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota 34237..................................................................941 861-7833 Free assistance to resolve disputes between neighbors, friends, family, members, relatives, groups, etc.

Cooperative Extension Service Twin Lakes Park, 6700 Clark Rd, Sarasota 34241 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .941 861-9807 Education programs and consumer information on resource conservation, foods, nutrition, home economics and family budgeting.

Florida Bar Lawyer Referral Service ................................................800 342-8011 Gulfcoast Legal Services 430 12th St W, Bradenton 34205......................................................................941 746-6151 Non-profit law office that provides representation to income eligible persons on matters of landlord/tenant, contract, housing, probate, estate planning, healthcare and family issues.

Legal Aid of Manasota, Inc 1900 Main St, Ste 302, Sarasota 34236.............................................................941 366-0038 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 offers, makes referrals of members.

Manatee County Judicial Court 1051 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton 34205..........................................................941 749-3660 Free assistance to resolve disputes between neighbors, friends, family, members, relatives, groups, etc.

Manatee County Sheriff .............................................................941 747-3011 Manatee Glens ...............................................................................................941 782-4150 These organizations offer victim advocates who can help you if you are a victim of crime.

SALT (Seniors & Law Enforcement Together) 2071 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota 34237..................................................................941 861-4084 Seniors vs. Crime 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 .....................................................941 954-5566 State Attorney’s Office ...............................................................................941 747-3077 NATIONAL

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These are divisions of the state government and they oversee licensing and services provided by senior housing, home care, and other services. CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Charlotte Cty Health Dept 1100 Loveland Blvd, Pt Charlotte 33948...........................................................941 624-7200 Clinic Services are provided on a sliding fee scale basis, and immunizations/vaccines are no cost through age 18. After age 18, vaccines for adults are based on the vaccine’s cost. Clinic fees are based on income and family size at the initial visit and annually updated. *The Port Charlotte clinic on Loveland Blvd, is no longer accepting new adult primary care patients unless they have been assigned by their insurance to this health department

Meals on Wheels of Charlotte County 3082 Tamiami Trail, 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, Fl 33952..........................................941 766-9570 Provides no-cost episodic medical services and prescription medication to the uninsured and underserved of Charlotte County. Free Medical Clinic open 59PM Monday-Friday call for appointment. Free prescription medication distribution Wed. 9-12 call for appointment. Must reside in Charlotte County, have no insurance and be within 200% poverty level. MANATEE COUNTY

Bradenton Family Med Ctr, 4805 26th St W, Bradenton 34207..........941 753-7843 East Manatee Family HC, 1312 Manatee Ave, Bradenton 34208 .........941 708-8700 Florida Dept of Health in Manatee County For locations, call................................................................................................941 776-4000 Southeast Family Healthcare Center 919 53rd Ave E, Bradenton 34203.....................................................................941 751-8100 We Care Manatee, Inc, 300 Riverside Dr E, Ste 2000, Bradenton 34208 ...............................................941 755-3952 SARASOTA COUNTY

Health in Motion – Mobile Medical Unit....................................................941 861-5000 North Port Health & Family Service Center 6950 Outreach Way, North Port 34287.............................................................941 861-3820 Sarasota County Health Dept 2200 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota 34237 .................................................................941 861-2900 = Web Link on www.SeniorsBlueBook.com • January - June 2015 • 19

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DENTAL RESOURCES CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Charlotte County Health Dept 1100 Loveland Blvd, Punta Gorda 33948..........................................................941 624-7200 MANATEE COUNTY

East Manatee Family Healthcare Center 1312 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton 34208............................................................941 708-8710 SARASOTA COUNTY

Genesis Dental Clinic 247 S Tamiami Tr, Nokomis 34275....................................................................941 486-8500 Sarasota Health Dept Dental Clinics - North Port Dental Ctr 6950 Outreach Way, North Port 34287 .............................................................941 861-3888 Sarasota Health Dept Dental Clinics - North County 2200 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota 34237..................................................................941 861-2935 Sarasota Cty Health Ctr, 2200 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota 34237...............941 861-2900

DENTAL SERVICES

Venetian Dental (ad on page 21, 151) Many locations to choose from ....................................................................941 870-3322

ELDER ABUSE Government and non-profit agencies which advocate for or protect seniors from abuse in housing, financial matters, and physical harm. CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Center for Abuse and Rape Emergencies Punta Gorda 33951 ............................................................................................941 639-5499 Florida Rural Legal Svcs, Charlotte County Justice Center 410 Taylor St, Ste 106, Punta Gorda 33950.......................................................941 505-9007 SARASOTA AND DESOTO COUNTIES

Hope Family Services ................................................................................941 755-6805 Information Out Reach ............................................................................941 747-8499 Intimate Partners Violence, 2139 Main St, Sarasota 34237 ................941 365-1976 Long Term Care Ombudsman Program .........................................239 338-2563 SALT (Seniors & Law Enforcement Together) 2071 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota 34237..................................................................941 861-4084 Gulfcoast Legal Service, 1750 17th St, Unit I, Sarasota 34234..............941 366-1746 Seniors vs Crime, 2099 Adams Ln, Sarasota 34236...................................941 954-7088 NATIONAL

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FL Senior Medicare Patrol ......................................................................866 357-6677 National Center on Elder Abuse ..........................................................855 500-3537

ELDER AFFAIRS

Attorney General’s Seniors vs Crime Program ...........................800 203-3099 Elder Care Locator .....................................................................................800 677-1116 Florida Dept of Elder Affairs 4040 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee 32399 .........................................................850 414-2000 Area Agency on Aging (ad on page 22) 15201 N Cleveland Avenue, N Fort Myers, FL 33903...................................866 413-5337

ELDER CARE PLANNING & CONSULTING Care Patrol (ad on page 84,119, 121 Insert) ...............................941 896-6190 Navamase (ad on page 53) ...............................................................877 255-0744 P.A. Consultants (ad on page 31) 2424 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton 34206.....................................................941 896-6190 1777 Tamiami Trail, #405, Port Charlotte 33948.........................................941 764-9878 Senior Medicaid Solutions (ad on page 57) 3342 17th St, Sarasota 34235 ......................................................................941 201-5871

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IDENTITY THEFT IS THE UNAUTHORIZED USE OF ANOTHER person’s “personal identifying information” to obtain credit, goods, services, money, or property; or commit a felony or misdemeanor. Older adults are often targeted by thieves who think of them as “easy prey”. You can minimize the risk of becoming a victim. Consider the following tips:

• Shop only with online merchants that have a secure site (URL, or web site address, should begin with “https”.) A graphic, such as a lock, should appear in the bottom right corner of your browser bar.

DO NOT: • Carry Social Security card • Carry several credit cards • Give personal information over the telephone • Print identification numbers on checks • Answer unsolicited email requests for personal information

REQUEST credit reports annually from ALL three reporting agencies. NO FEE. www.annualcreditreport.com/cra/index.jsp (877-322-8228)

ALWAYS: • Look for financial statements and bills on due dates • Review statements and bills promptly • When ordering checks, if possible, pick up at bank • Keep personal papers in a safe place • Remove mail promptly from your mailbox • Shred personal mail and information • Stop mail while on vacation • STOP telemarketing calls by calling the National Do Not Call Registry 888-382-1222 www.donotcall.gov

REMOVE your name from marketing lists by calling 1-888-5-OPTOUT (567-8688)

If You Suspect Identity Theft: • File a police report and request a copy. • File a complaint with the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) 877483-4338 • Close all accounts affected • Contact your bank • Keep a detailed log of who has been contacted and copies of all correspondence. • Place fraud alerts on all accounts through the following: Equifax: 800-525-6285 Experian: 888-397-3742 TransUnion: 800-680-7289 EDITOR’S NOTE: This article was submitted by Sherry Young, Elder Abuse Prevention Coordinator at Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida. (239) 652-6900 Ext. 58240. Sherry.young@aaaswfl.org.

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ELDER LAW The law firms listed below devote all or part of their practice to serving the special needs of senior citizens. CHARLOTTE COUNTY Bodden Law Firm (ad on page 24)

1777 Tamiami Trl, Ste 408, Pt Charlotte 33948...........................................941 505-7000 Office of the Attorney General of FL .................................................866 966-7226 Senior Legal Help Line .............................................................................888 895-7873 continued on page 26

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LIFE PLANNING LAW FIRM, P.A. IS AN ELDER LAW FIRM DEVOTED EXCLUSIVELY TO THE AREAS of Estate Planning, VA Benefit Planning, Medicaid Planning, Asset Protection, and Long Term Care Coordination. We incorporate an elder-centered approach to the practice of law that helps families respond to every challenge caused by illness or disability of an elderly loved one. The essence of Life Planning Law Firm is providing care coordination, family education, health and financial decision making, assisted living selection, care advocacy, crisis intervention, support, and many other services that affect the rights and needs of seniors. And we offer the peace of mind that results when the right choices are made to ensure that elderly loved ones are safe and getting the right care, while preserving family resources. Why Hire an Elder Lawyer to Assist you with Medicaid Planning? Any length of stay in a Nursing home is extremely expensive, and the cost is steadily rising. The average nursing home stay is three years or more. In the State of Florida, the average monthly cost of a nursing home is $7,700. Nursing home costs can easily impoverish even the most well-todo families. There are very strict eligibility requirements for Medicaid benefits, including limits on allowable income and assets. Despite these strict requirements, you do not need

to completely impoverish yourself in order to receive benefits for nursing home care. Medicaid Planning, when done properly and on a timely basis by an experienced and qualified Elder Law Attorney, is a legal and ethical way to qualify for benefits while still retaining your family’s current and future financial security. Your attorney can also help you avoid estate recovery of your assets by the State of Florida, and preserve those assetsto be passed on to your children after you have passed. It’s Never Too Late. Medicaid planning can begin anytime, but the earlier you plan, the more options you will have to protect what is important to you. Attorney Kevin Pillion received his Juris Doctorate from Georgetown University Law Center and has been practicing law since 1990. He is a member of The Florida Bar, Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants, American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Florida Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Life Care Planning Law Firms Association, Veterans Benefits Committee of the Elder Law Section of The Florida Bar, and is Accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Kevin is licensed to practice law in both Florida & Washington, DC and is a Certified Public Accountant.

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Social Services Resource Center 401 E Olympia Ave, Unit 2 Punta Gorda 33950...............................................941 624-2233

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Garland & Padelford, Attorneys LLC (ad on page 24) 2424 Mnatee Avenue West, Ste 201 Bradenton 34205..............................941 462-3916 Gulfcoast Legal Services, 430 12th St W, Bradenton 34205 .................941 746-6151

SARASOTA COUNTY

Legal Aid of Manasota 1900 Main St, #302, Sarasota 34236.................................................................941 366-0038 Life Planning Law Firm, P. A. (ad on page 3) 1671 Mound St., Sarasota 34236.................................................................941 914-6000

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEMS CHARLOTTE COUNTY

2-1-1 All Counties............................................................................................................211 Connect with the most up to date community information before, during and after a disaster. If calling from a cellular phone dial 941-205-2161.

Dial 9-1-1 In Case of fire, police or medical emergency ...........................911 American Red Cross 866 Tamiami Trl, Unit 8, Port Charlotte 33953 .................................................941 629-4345 Provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

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 and maintains and activates shelters and refuge sites in Charlotte County. Maintains registry for Special Needs Person in Charlotte County. MANATEE AND SARASOTA COUNTIES

LifeLine - Venice Regional Hospital (ad on page 27, 85)..................................................................................941 483-7070 Personal medical alert products and home alarm systems activated by pushing a button.

Project Lifesaver - Sarasota Police Department ........................941 954-7056 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. NATIONAL

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Poison Center (Hotline) ...........................................................................800 222-1222 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.

EMPLOYMENT Companies and community service organizations that offer employment and volunteer opportunities to seniors and may train them for various jobs. CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Charlotte Technical Center - Adult Learning Center 18150 Murdock Cr, Port Charlotte 33948..........................................................941 255-7555 Holds six week classes for seniors wanting to return to the workforce.

Experience Works- Family Service Ctr 21450 Gibraltar Dr, Port Charlotte 33952..........................................................941 743-0500 Vocational Rehabilitation Program 1620 Tamiami Trl, Ste 103, Port Charlotte 33948.............................................941 613-0900 SW Florida Works 1032 Tamiami Trl, Ste 9, Port Charlotte 33953.................................................941 235-5900 continued on page 28

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AARP Foundation - Senior Community Service Employment Program – Bradenton, 1112 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton 34208..................................941 567-6267 – Sarasota, 1750 17th St, Bldg M, Sarasota 34234 ........................................941 366-9039 – Venice, 897 Venice Ave, Venice 34285..........................................................941 486-2682 Career Source Suncoast 3660 N Washington Blvd, Sarasota 34234 ........................................................941 358 4200 Challenge - The Women’s Resource Center 340 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota 34237......................................................................941 366-1700 Support and guidance, individually and in groups to achieve emotional and financial independence.

Experience Works ........................................................................................888 859-1051 Suncoast Workforce, 897 Venice Ave, Venice 34285................................941 486-2682

ENERGY COST ASSISTANCE Sliding scale or income qualifying energy resources for seniors. MANATEE & SARASOTA COUNTIES

Caritas ................................................................................................................941 366-5620 Catholic Charities of Bradenton 1219 16th St W, Bradenton 34205....................................................................941 244-9490 Catholic Charities 5055 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota 34234 ................................................................941 355-4680 Florida Power & Light...............................................................................800 226-3545 Friendship Centers (ad on page 65) – Sarasota, 1888 Brother Geenen Way, 34236......................................941 955-2122 – Venice, 2350 Scenic Dr, 34293..............................................................941 584-0075

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Financial assistance companies specialize in assisting seniors facing financial problems or in need of financial assistance. CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Catholic Charities 5900 Pan American Blvd, Ste 203 North Port 34289........................................941 244-9490 Charlotte Cty Homeless Coalition 1476 Kenesaw St, Port Charlotte 33948............................................................941 627-4313 Charlotte Cty Human Svcs 1050 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte, 33980.......................................................941 833-6500 Dept of Children and Families Temporary Cash Assistance 14806 Tamiami Tr, North Port 34287................................................................941 483-5922 continued on page 29 28 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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Salvation Army 2120 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte, 33949 ......................................................941 629-3170 Friendship Centers 27420 Voyageur Dr, Punta Gorda 33983 ..........................................................941 255-0723 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 21814 Felton Ave, Port Charlotte 33952..........................................................941 625-9784 Society of St Vincent De Paul – St Maximilian Kolbe Conference 17783 Blade Blvd, Port Charlotte 33948 ...........................................................941 258-3398 Society of St Vincent De Paul – San Antonio Conference 24445 Rampart Blvd, Punta Gorda 33980 ........................................................941 235-1254

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American Red Cross 2905 59th St W, Bradenton 34209....................................................................941 792-8686 10311 Malachite Dr, Lakewood Ranch 34211 ..................................................941 792-8686 The Salvation Army 1204 14th St W, Bradenton 34205 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .941 748-5110 Care-to-Share Program takes referrals from other agencies on a co-help basis. Financial assistance is available for electric, water and rental bills. SARASOTA COUNTY

Catholic Charities - Diocese of Venice 5900 Pan American Blvd, Ste 203 North Port 34289........................................941 244-9490 Englewood Helping Hand (for Englewood Residents) 700 Dearborn St, Englewood 34223 .................................................................941 474-5864 Hill-Burton Assistance .............................................................................800 638-0742 Housing & Community Dev. 111 S Orange Ave, Sarasota 34236 ...................................................................941 951-3640 Salvation Army 1400 10th St, Sarasota 34236.........................................................................941 954-HOPE St Vincent DePaul Society at St Joseph Church 2704 33rd Ave W, Bradenton ............................................................................941 755-4188 United Way (referral agency) ...................................................................................211 NATIONAL

Crime Victim Assistance .........................................................................800 226-6667 Fannie Mae Home Keeper Mortgage ................................................800 732-6643 State of Florida Department of Financial Regulation ...........850 410-9805 Responsible for serving consumers who need help or information related to financial services, including banking, securities and insurance. = Web Link on www.SeniorsBlueBook.com • January - June 2015 • 29

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FINANCIAL SERVICES P.A. Consulting (ad on page 31) Charlotte........................................................................................................941 764-9878 Manatee.........................................................................................................941 896-6190 Senior Medicaid Solutions (ad on page 57) 3342 17th St, Sarasota 34235 ......................................................................941 201-5871 MANATEE COUNTY

Manatee County Senior Advocacy Council ...................................941 779-4799

FOOD ASSISTANCE Sliding scale or income qualifying food resources for seniors and also list congregate meal sites. CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Bread of Life Mission, 6454 Scott St, Punta Gorda 33950.......................941 575-4440 Charlotte County Homeless Coalition 1476 Kennesaw St, Port Charlotte 33948 (Mondays Only) ......................941 627-4313 Charlotte County Human Services 1050 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte 33980........................................................941 833-6500 Englewood Bible Church, 501 Yale St, Englewood 34223....................941 473-9664 Englewood Meals on Wheels, 400 Loma Linda, Englewood 34223....941 474-4445 Edgewater United Methodist Church 19190 Cochran Blvd, Port Charlotte 33948.......................................................941 625-3039 Friendship Center (ad on page 65) – 27420 Voyageur Dr, Punta Gorda 33983..................................................941 255-0723 – 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 ............................................941 955-2122 – 2350 Scenic Dr, Venice 34293 ..................................................................941 493-3065 Grace Bible Church, 403 Rockcroft St, Port Charlotte 33908................... 941 525-9837 Lighthouse Outreach Ctr, Port Charlotte 33948 ...................................941 627-4228 Palm Tabernacle Ministries 390 Flamingo Blvd, Port Charlotte 33954 .........................................................941 764-1411 Port Charlotte Seventh Day Adventist Church 2036 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte 33980........................................................941 629-1333 Salvation Army of Port Charlotte 2120 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte 33980........................................................941 629-5950 Salvation Army of of North Port Food Pantry 4940 Pan American Blvd, North Port 34287 .....................................................941 240-5108 San Antonio Catholic Church 24445 Rampart Blvd, Punta Gorda 33980.........................................................941 235-1254 Souls Harbour Church of God 451 W Helen Ave, Punta Gorda 33950..............................................................941 639-1048 continued on page 32 30 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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St Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church 1441 Spear St, Port Charlotte 33948.................................................................941 258-3398 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 21814 Felton Ave, Port Charlotte 33952..........................................................941 625-9784 Society of St Vincent De Paul – St Maximilian Kolbe Conference 1441 Spear St, Port Charlotte 33948.................................................................941 258-3398 Society of St Vincent De Paul – San Antonio Conference 24445 Rampart Blvd, Punta Gorda 33980 ........................................................941 235-1254 Trinity Presbyterian Church, 4365 State Rd 776, Venice 34293........941 492-6384

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Dept Of Children & Families – Access FL Information Line 4210 20th St W, Bradenton 34205 ...................................................................866 762-2237 Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee (ad on page 33) 811 23rd Ave E, Bradenton 34208...............................................................941 747-4655 Our Daily Bread, 701 17th Ave W, Bradenton 34205................................941 745-2992

SARASOTA COUNTY

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1. Eat Healthy: As people age, it can become difficult to prepare nutritious meals. Meals on Wheels PLUS helps individuals maintain a healthy diet. Noontime meals are delivered Monday through Friday, and are specially designed by a dietician for adults over 60 years of age. 2. Stay Active: It is crucial to stay active in both mind and body. Whether it is attending line dancing classes at the Senior Enrichment Center, or volunteering, it is important to have hobbies and regular activities. 3. Don’t Be Afraid to Stop Driving: Giving up the car keys doesn’t necessarily mean giving up independence. Senior Wheels, a membership-based transportation service for Manatee County residents takes seniors to

appointments and errands. 4. Make Friends: As an adult, it can be difficult to meet new people, but having friends makes the aging process much easier. One opportunity is attending the Senior Lunch Club, which meets weekly in Lakewood Ranch and in Bradenton at Renaissance on 9th. The lunches offer interesting speakers, fellowship and a delicious meal. 5. Be Purposeful: Maintaining a positive outlook on life can be made easier if one has a sense of purpose. Be passionate about something—a hobby, cause, organization and enjoyable activities. Meals on Wheels PLUS offers a variety of volunteer opportunities. Editors Note-For information on the programs of Meals on Wheels PLUS, visit www.mealsonwheelsplus.org or call 941-747-4655.

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FOOD ASSISTANCE cont’d Dept Of Children & Families – Access FL Information Line 1864 17th St, Sarasota 34234............................................................................941 316-6000 Laurel Civic Association, 509 Collins Rd, Laurel 34272.........................941 483-3338 Mayor’s Feed the Hungry Program 2 N Tamiami Trl #1100, Sarasota 34236 ...........................................................941 928-1455 Meals on Wheels of Sarasota, 421 N Lime Ave, Sarasota 34237.........941 366-6693 Salvation Army, 1204 14th St W, Bradenton 34205...................................941 748-5110 Salvation Army (Thursdays 9:00 - Noon) 4940 Pan American Blvd, North Port, 34287 ....................................................941 240-5108 Salvation Army, 1400 10th St, Sarasota 34236...........................................941 954-4673

FUNERAL, MORTUARY & CREMATION Kays Ponger/Lemon Bay Funeral Home (ad on page 34) Many locations to choose from ....................................................................941 639-1133 Mortuary Services of Florida (ad on page 34) 10080 Intercom Dr, Fort Myers 33913 .........................................................941 763-9795 National Cremation Society (ad on page 35) 2525-B Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte 33952...............................................941 624-5212

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HEALTH & HELP LINES CHARLOTTE COUNTY

American Disabilities Act Info Line .................................................800 514-0301 Provides general or specific information about ADA requirements including questions about the ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

Charlotte 2-1-1 Human Services Dept 1050 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte 33980........................................................941 205-2161 Dial 2-1-1 from Charlotte County, or 941-205-2161 from Englewood or from a cellular phone for information and help.

Charlotte County Medical Society, Inc P.O. Box 494144, Port Charlotte 33949.............................................................941 625-6229 Physician Referral & Patient Advocacy. MANATEE AND SARASOTA COUNTIES

Direct Doctors Plus Physicians Referral Service Manatee Memorial Hospital ..............................................................................941 708-8100 Manatee County Medical Society 4808 26th St W, Bradenton 34207....................................................................941 755-3411 Physician Referral Service - Venice Regional Medical Center 540 The Rialto, Venice 34285 ............................................................................941 483-7600 Sarasota County Medical Society, 4153 Clark Rd, Sarasota 34233 ..941 966-3134 Friendship Centers for Healthy Aging (ad on page 65) 1900 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236................................................941 556-3220 2350 Scenic Dr, Venice 34293 ......................................................................941 584-0041 Provides primary specialty medical and dental care for people age 50 and older who are medically underserved.

HEALTH GROUPS FOR SPECIFIC AILMENTS / SUPPORT GROUPS Organizations that perform advocacy roles and inform the public about the latest research and developments and provide assistance for specific illnesses. Please go to our website at seniorsbluebook.com for hundreds of listing of local support groups that meet regularly. ALCOHOLISM

Alcoholics Anonymous Hotline ..........................................................941 426-7723 Alcoholics Anonymous of Sara-Mana .............................................941 951-6810 Charlotte Behavioral Healthcare 1700 Education Ave, Punta Gorda 33950..........................................................941 639-8300 First Step Sarasota, 4579 Northgate Ct, Sarasota 34243 ..........................941 366-5333 Sarasota/Bradenton Al-Anon ...............................................................941 749-1750 Sarasota Coalition on Substance Abuse 1130 Indian Hill Blvd, Venice 33952..................................................................941 492-7110 continued on page 37 36 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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Alzheimer’s Association – Florida Gulf Coast Chapter 4075 Tamiami Trl, Ste #2, Port Charlotte 33952...............................................941 235-7470 3277 A Fruitville Rd, Sarasota 34237.................................................................941 365-8883 Alzheimer’s Café, 337 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey 34229 . . . . .941 966-4214 x2200 The Alzheimer’s Café at Historic Spanish Point is a welcoming place where people living with dementia, their care partners and family members, come together for a casual social gathering each month. Caregiver Support Group (Thurs. 10 -11:30 am)

1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 .....................................................941 955-2122 Caregiver Support Group (Meets Tuesdays at 1:30 - 3:00 pm) 2350 Scenic Dr, Venice 34293............................................................................941 584-0071 Center For Positive Aging – Florida Gulf Coast University – Sue Fitzsimmons, ARNP, 2280 Aaron St, Pt Charlotte 33952 ........941 883-2425 Every Tuesday 10-11 am. Centennial Hall Charlotte Cty Cultural Center

Jewish Family & Children Service (JFCS) (ad on page 67) 2688 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota 34237...............................................................941 366-2224 Serving Sarasota and Manatee Counties

Life Care Center of Punta Gorda, 450 Shreve St, Punta Gorda 33950 Every 3rd Monday at 3 pm ........................................................................941 639-8771 Living Waters Lutheran Church 12475 Chancellor Blvd, Port Charlotte 33953 ...................................................941 625-8090 Every 2nd & 4th Friday at 10:30am

Port Charlotte Methodist Church, 21075 Quesada Ave, Port Charlotte 33952 Every 3rd Thursday at 3 pm ......................................................................941 625-4356 Punta Gorda Isles Civic Assoc, 2001 Shreve St, Punta Gorda 33950 Every 2nd Tuesday at 3 pm ........................................................................941 637-1655 Royal Palm Center, 2500 Aaron St, Port Charlotte 33952 .........................941 627-6762 (Every 4th Tuesday at 10am)

Sarasota Memorial Hospital Memory Disorder Clinic 1515 S Osprey Ave, Ste A1, Sarasota 34239......................................................941 917-7197 Offers diagnostic testing, educational programs, research opportunities, support groups and resource information for those affected by memory loss.

St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church 1441 Spear St, Port Charlotte 33948 .................................................................941 258-3398 Every 4th Thursday at 2:30 pm

South Port Square, 23013 Westchester Blvd, Pt Charlotte 33980 ............941 625-1200 Venice Bayfront Regional Health, 540 The Rialto, Venice 34285 .....941 485-7711 continued on page 38 = Web Link on www.SeniorsBlueBook.com • January - June 2015 • 37

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Arthritis Foundation, 410 12th St W, Bradenton .......................................800 672-0882 National non profit organization that supports more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions with advocacy, programs, services and research.

United Rheumor Arthritis Society, Inc. PO Box 6874, North Port 34209.........................................................................855 355-8727 BALANCE AND MOVEMENT

Brain Injury Association of Florida .................................................800 992-3442 Easter Seals of Southwest Florida 350 Braden Ave, Sarasota 34243.......................................................................941 355-7637 Falls Prevention Coalition, 3934 E State Rd 64, Bradenton 34208 ......941 747-9922

Meetings are held the first Wednesday of every month at 8:15 am. Freedom Village in the Landings Lounge BLOOD DONATION

One Blood, State Route 70, Lakewood Ranch, 34202....................................941 758-3945 – 23080 Harborview Rd, Port Charlotte 33980 ................................................941 625-1874 – 216 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton 34208............................................941 746-7195 x4100 – 4155 Tamiami Tr, Venice 34223....................................................................941 492-9202 Sarasota Blood Draw, 3920 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota................................941 706-4471 Suncoast Communities Blood Bank 14th St W, Bradenton 34209 .............................................................................941 404-4910 1760 Mound St, Sarasota 34236 .......................................................................941 954-1600 539 N US Hwy 41 By Pass, Venice 34285..........................................................941 615-1007

CANCER

American Cancer Society - Charlotte County .............................941 627-3000 American Cancer Society - Sarasota County 2970 University Pkwy, Ste 104, Sarasota 34243...............................................941 365-2858 Center For Building Hope 5481 Communications Pkwy, Sarasota 34240..................................................941 921-5539 Dattoli Cancer Center, 2803 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota 34237......................941 957-1221 Lung Cancer Support Group – Bayfront Health - Punta Gorda, 809 E Marion Ave, 33950 ................941 639-3131 Woman to Woman - Breast Cancer Support Group Waldemere Medical Plaza, 1921 Waldemere St, Sarasota 34239 ...................941 917-2636 Women Living with Cancer 250 2nd St E, Bradenton 34208, Medical Off Bldg #3-F...................................941 745-6925 Friendship Center Caregiver Resource Ctr (ad on page 65) – 1820 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 ............................................941 556-3268 – 2350 Scenic Dr, Venice 34293 ..................................................................941 584-0071

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DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

The Loveland Center, 157 Havana Rd, Venice 34292...............................941 493-0016 DIABETES

American Diabetes Association of Tampa (Servicing all 3 Counties) 1511 N Westshore Blvd, Ste 980, Tampa 33607...............................................813 885-5007 Bayfront Health, 809 E Marion Ave, Punta Gorda 33950 Certified Diabetic Supplies, Inc – Fawcett Memorial Hospital (Ask Alex French) 21298 Olean Blvd, Port Charlotte 33952.............................941 629-1181 Charlotte Harbor Diabetes Center 4369 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte 33980 ........................................................888 342-2328 Living Smart Diabetes, 21216 Olean Blvd #5-7, Pt Charlotte 33952.....941 624-4800 Millennium Physician Group 19531 Cochran Blvd, Pt Charlotte 33948 ..........................................................941 255-3535 Sarasota Lions Club provides Diabetes Screening and Testing at no cost..................................... (941) 953-2658

HEART DISEASE

American Heart Association.................................................................800 257-6941

LOU GEHRIG’S DISEASE

The Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Assoc – Florida Chapter, 3242 Parkside Center Cr, Tampa.........................................888 257-1717

LUNG DISEASE

American Lung Association of the South East, 100 S Ashley Dr, Ste 275, Tampa 33602...............................................................813 712-2307

MENTAL ILLNESS

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (Meets 1st Wednesday 7 pm at Venice HealthPark), Venice 34285................941 302-8003

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

MS Support Group (Meets monthly at Venice HealthPark) Venice 34285 .....................................................................................................941 423-7073

OSTOMY

Ostomy Support Group, (Meets monthly at Venice HealthPark) Venice .................................................................................................................941 624-2444 Sara Tee Ostomy Support Grp - Ctr for Building Hope(3rd Sun of the month) Communications Pkwy - Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota.......................................941 423-8542

PARKINSON’S DISEASE

Care Partner Support Group (4th Monday of the month) 1820 Brother Geenan Way, Sarasota 34236 .....................................................941 955-2122 Neurochallenge Foundation for Parkinson’s 5602 Marquesas Cr #211, Sarasota 34233........................................................941 926-6413 Parkinson’s Place, 5969 Cattleridge Blvd, Sarasota 34232........................941 893-4188 Parkinson’s Research Foundation .....................................................941 870-4438 continued on page 40 = Web Link on www.SeniorsBlueBook.com • January - June 2015 • 39

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Cerebral Palsy of Sarasota/Manatee 2203 30th Ave W, Bradenton 34205.................................................................941 201-1466 Community Haven, 4405 Desoto Rd, Sarasota 34235...................941 355-8808 x221 Easter Seals of SW Florida, 350 Braden Ave, Sarasota 34243..............941 355-7637 Sun Coast Center for Independent Living 3281 17th St, Sarasota 34235............................................................................941 351-9545 STROKE

AARP Grandparents Information Center......................................800 424-3410 American Heart and Stroke Assoc.....................................................727 563-8189 Hope Stroke Support Group Manatee Memorial Hospital, 206 2nd St E, Bradenton 34208 .........................941 812-9566 Stroke Association of Florida ...............................................................941 346-1122 NATIONAL

AARP Grandparents Information Center (Information and referral for Grandparents raising grandchildren) .....................................................888 687-2277 Alzheimer’s Association ..........................................................................800 272-3900 American Arthritis Association..........................................................800 283-7800 American Cancer Society........................................................................800 227-2345 American Diabetes Association Hotline ........................................800 342-2383 American Heart Association.................................................................800 242-8721 American Kidney Association .............................................................800 638-8299 American Liver Foundation ..................................................................800 465-4837 American Lung Association ..................................................................800 586-4872 American Parkinson Disease Association ....................................800 223-2732 American Stroke Association ...............................................................800 553-6321 Cancer Answers - Moffit Cancer Center ..........................................800 456-7121 Center for Disease Control .....................................................................800 232-4636 Disabilities Rights FL (Provides information, protection and advocacy services and is mandated to ensure and expand the legal rights of individual with disabilities) ..............................................................800 342-0823

Eldercare Locator Nationwide .............................................................800 677-1116 Huntington’s Disease Society of America......................................800 345-4372 Leukemia & Lymphoma Society .........................................................800 286-8159 Lupus Foundation of America .............................................................800 558-0121 Multiple Sclerosis Society .......................................................................800 344-4867 National Kidney Foundation ................................................................800 622-9010 National Osteoporosis Foundation ...................................................800 231-4222 National Ostomy Association ...............................................................800 826-0826 National Parkinson’s Foundation ......................................................800 327-4545 Sight and Hearing Association ............................................................800 992-0424 40 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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Amerilife Insurance (ad on page 43) Sarasota .........................................................................................................941 378-9111 Bradenton......................................................................................................941 753-5688 N Venice.........................................................................................................941 484-4064 Port Charlotte ................................................................................................941 743-2522

HEARING AID SALES & SERVICE

All Ears Hearing (ad on page 44) 2620 S Tamiami Tr, Sarasota 34239.............................................................941 320-2122

HEARING RESOURCES Non-profit and government organizations providing resources and hearing services. Many programs are sliding scale and income qualifying. CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Hearing Impaired Persons of Charlotte County – 21450 Gibraltar Dr, Ste 8, Port Charlotte 33952............................................941 743-8347 Lions Club – North Port........................................................................................................941 740-2860 – Port Charlotte..................................................................................................941 766-9367 – Punta Gorda ....................................................................................................941 637-9979 All of your Lions Clubs are your last resorts for hearing and vision assistance. After all insurance and other sources are exhausted, call the Lions Club nearest to you.

Hearing Aid & Speech System 21450 Gibralter Dr, Ste 8, Port Charlotte 33952................................................941 743-8347 MANATEE COUNTY

Hearing Loss Associates of America ................................................301 657-2248 The mission is to help each other deal with hearing loss through education, advocacy and support.

Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing ..........941 366-0260 SARASOTA COUNTY

Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing The mission of the Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CCDHH) is to provide services and programs which promote empowerment, equal access, education and independence to the deaf and hard-of-hearing of Manatee and Sarasota Counties.

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Ear Research Foundation, 1901 Floyd St, Sarasota 34239 ...................941 365-0367 Free community education services on many Ear, Nose & Throat related topics.

Hearing Loss Association – Sarasota Chapter (HLAS) PO Box 48643, Sarasota 34230..........................................................................941 706-4312 NATIONAL

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association ..................800 638-8255 Better Hearing Institute...........................................................................800 327-9355 Florida Relay Service (Relay service for TDD) ...........................800 955-8770 FL Telecommunications Relay (Free equipment) .....................800 222-3448 Hearing Aid Helpline .................................................................................800 521-5247 Hearing Loss Associates of America ................................................301 657-2248 National Hearing Aid Bank (Hear Now) .........................................800 648-4327 National Institute on Deafness ............................................................800 241-1044 Starkey Corporation (Hear Now Program) ..................................800 328-8602 Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf ...................................301 657-22483

HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT Companies that provide/sell medical supplies, oxygen and respiratory equipment, wheelchairs and diabetic supplies for home use. Many companies can directly bill medicare, medicaid and private insurance. SARASOTA COUNTY Vital Life Senior (ad on page 47)..............................................866 737-3987 MANATEE COUNTY – NOT-FOR-PROFIT

The Salvation Army 204 14th St W, Bradenton 34205......................................................................941 748-5110

HOSPICE Hospices provide individuals facing terminal illness with care at home or in a healthcare facility. The goal is to assist patients to live the last stage of their lives with dignity. The focus is comfort rather than treatment.

National Hospice Organization Helpline .......................................800 658-8898 Tidewell Hospice, Many locations to serve you ..........................................855 843-3935

HOSPITALS CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Bayfront Health Punta Gorda (ad on page 51) 809 E Marion Ave, Punta Gorda 33950........................................................941 637-3131 Fawcett Memorial Hospital, 21298 Olean Blvd, Pt Charlotte 33952 ........941 629-1181 Bayfront Health Port Charlotte (ad on page 51) 2500 Harbor Blvd, Pt Charlotte 33952 .........................................................941 766-4122 continued on page 47 42 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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Hawthorne Village ALL EARS HEARING SERVICES

Untreated Hearing Loss Leads to Brain Deafness There are approximately 110,000 people with hearing loss in Sarasota and Manatee counties. However, more than 80 percent are not getting any treatment that could significantly change their lives for the better. Why? Numerous studies have shown most people will wait an average of seven years before they seek help. Recent Johns Hopkins studies indicate that waiting can extract a steep price. The brain starts changing with any loss of hearing, as segments begin to shut down, causing “brain deafness.” The loudness of sounds can appear normal, but voices can begin to lack clarity and sound muddled. We can hear, but we don’t fully understand as we start to miss progressively more in conversation “The brain starts changing with any loss with family, friends and co-workers, often without realizing it. But untreated hearing loss of hearing, causing continues to affect the brain, increasing the Brain Deafness.” risk of dementia, tinnitus, serious falls, and isolation from others.The good news is that you can reverse some of the brain loss. But the longer you wait, the harder it will be. If this situation applies to you or someone you love, there are lots of options. There has been an amazing array of technological advancements in hearing devices recently. There are simple, innovative ways to retrain your brain to hear, such as aural rehab exercises, which can improve hearing by 20 percent or more. There are also lots of techniques that you can employ to improve communication and listening skills.

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"When I started serving hearing impaired people over 30 years ago, we mostly went to their homes. Over time, the services moved into offices that left many people without care. I want to ensure that everyone who has hearing needs can be helped, so along with my office, I created a fully mobile office so that I can provide professional care for those who are not able to come to me. All Ears Hearing Services is dedicated to helping everyone with a hearing loss through professional services." - Mark Selis, Owner

All Services provided at your home or in our office for no extra cost. Call to make your appointment at 941-320-2122 FREE Hearing Services: • Comprehensive Hearing Evaluation and Consultation • Ear Inspection and Earwax Removal (to be determined upon inspection) • First-Time Programming of Current Hearing Aids • Tinnitus Evaluation • Hearing Aid Demo

All Ears Risk-Free Policy: • Try Before You Decide to Buy • Free Lifetime Services • 100% Moneyback Guarantee • No Interest Financing up to 12 Months • Lowest Internet Price Match on Hearing Aids

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YOUR SURGICAL TEAM: The Unknown Force in the OR WHO ARE THEY? THEY ARE THE QUIET FORCE THAT IS CRITICAL for a positive outcome before, during and after the surgical process. Consisting of operating room nurses and surgical technicians, the team supports the operating surgeon and anesthesiologist. The Operating Room (OR) Nurse: The primary job of the OR nurse is patient advocate. From start to finish, throughout the entire surgical experience, until the patient leaves the OR and is handed over to another nurse in recovery, the OR nurse will follow her/his patient, making sure that safety checks are followed. He or she will interview, review, assess and learn everything necessary in order to support the patient. Identification, mental acuity, specific allergies, incapacity such as hearing, eyesight, prosthesis and ambulation are noted. Consents are carefully reviewed noted and checked. The surgical site is inspected for the surgeon’s mark. The OR nurse will then assist in the transfer of the patient into a warmed OR bed. The patient is secured and made comfortable. After transport to the OR and before anesthesia agents are administered, a time-out is called with patient participation. The entire team goes through a complete safety check identifying the patient, the procedure and the particulars, specific to that patient. Right patient, right surgeon, right site and side, allergies and med-

ications noted. Quiet is demanded during this important process. The Surgical (Scrub) Technician: The surgical technician works under the direction of an OR nurse or physician. He or she is primarily responsible for the sterile imperatives in the surgical field. They apply the sterile drapes to the surgical site, label medications passed from nurses to the site, assist nurses with patient care, scrub patients as needed, anticipate and assist surgeons with their every need. No two operations are exactly the same. Each patient has a different profile and history. Anticipating those variances while following protocol and safeguards is the role of the team. The nurse will order any blood products that might be needed and will make sure that specimens arrive safely at pathology. When the procedure is finished and final safety checks are done, the team assists with the transfer of the patient to their post-op bed. At that time, a detailed ‘hand-off ’ is given to the nurse taking over the patient’s care. The general patient population is often not aware of the superior care they are receiving by the surgical team. Communication between the surgeon and surgical staff is vital. The OR team is never in the limelight, but always behind the scenes. The mission of the OR is exceptional care for every patient. Every time. Excellence is the standard.”

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MANATEE COUNTY

Blake Medical Center, 2020 59th St W, Bradenton 34209 ......................941 792-6611 Lakewood Ranch Medical Center 8330 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton 34202................................................941 782-2100 Manatee Memorial Hospital, 206 Manatee E Ave, Bradenton 34208.......941 746-5111 SARASOTA COUNTY

Doctors Hospital of Sarasota, 5731 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota 34233 .........941 342-1100 Englewood Comm Hospital, 700 Medical Blvd, Englewood 34223.....941 475-6571 Health South Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota 6400 Edgelake Dr, Sarasota 34240....................................................................941 921-8600 Sarasota Memorial Hospital, 1700 S Tamiami Tr, Sarasota 34239.....941 917-9000 Venice Regional Bayfront Health (ad on page 49) 540 The Rialto, Venice 34285.......................................................................941 485-7711

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Care Patrol (ad on page 84,119) Wendy Merlino, MBA, CSA and Certified Senior Advisor ............................941 870-4151 Care Patrol advisors are available for you at no charge. Each are experienced in senior placement services and will help you decide on the best care choices for your elderly loved one. continued on page 52

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The NICHE Program at Venice Regional Bayfront Health THIS YEAR, 80 PERCENT OF PATIENTS AT OUR HOSPITAL were 65 years of age or older? Remarkable, considering the average age of Florida hospital patients is 54. The acronym NICHE stands for Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders. The goal of NICHE is to ensure that hospitals throughout the country operate in a seniorfriendly manner. They set standards for nurse training, hospital’s environment and procedures to assure that geriatric patients’ needs are being served. Venice Regional meets all the standards. For most hospitals that have earned a NICHE designation, it is almost always for a single department within their hospital. In our case, the entire hospital is NICHEdesignated. To obtain a NICHE designation. Every policy and procedure has to be examined. For example, floors cannot be too shiny. An elderly patient sees a shiny floor and thinks it’s slippery. That can cause a fall because the floor isn’t slippery, which can cause a fall. Even if the floor is not slippery, the light reflected from a shiny floor can make it difficult for some elderly patients to see where they’re going.

Beds need to be equip-ped with weight-change alarms, to alert the nursing staff if a weak or disoriented patient, who shouldn’t be out of bed decides to try. Video monitors may be needed to keep track of patient movements to alert staff when assistance is needed. But being senior-friendly goes way beyond a hospital’s facilities. Venice Reg-ional Bayfront Health has 20 nurses who have been specially trained to be Geriatric Res-ource Nurses, helping other staff properly manage elders’ specific care needs. For example, elders may have agerelated changes in their skin, nutritional needs, sleep disorders, depression; and fall prevention is a vital concern. In addition to bed alarms and video monitors, many other steps must be taken to prevent falls. Nurses must make frequent rounds with patients if they have had surgery, have an IV, are using a cane or walker, are not alert or have a history of falling. They are assessed twice a day. It’s not easy being a senior, and it’s no piece of cake to take care of a senior either. When you have to go to a hospital, it brings peace of mind to choose one that has a NICHE for you.

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We speccialize in keeping peo ople young. oung At Venice Regional Bayfront Health, 85 percent of o our patients are over the age of 65. That’s why we provide specialized care for their cardiac and orthopedic issues as well as additional treatmentts for older adults. No wonder we’re the only NICHE* designated hospital in Southwest Florida. After all, you’re never too old to be healthy. Visit VeniceRegional.com/stayyoung tto learn l more about b t our ffullll range off services i available to seniors.

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Cardiothoracic Surgery in our Community Florida Advanced Cardiothoracic (F.A.C.T.) Surgery is a team of nationally-recognized, board-certified cardiothoracic surgeons who perform complex surgeries on high-risk patients. Christiano Caldeira, M.D., Cristiano Faber, M.D., Wing Yeen, M.D., Rozales Swanson, M.D., and Robert Hooker, M.D. provide a full range of surgical treatments for patients with heart and lung disease. They offer knowledge and experience for their craft and compassion and dedication for their patients. F.A.C.T. Surgery South opened its office in Port Charlotte in 2013 and is affiliated with the Bayfront Health Southwest Florida Heart Center, a comprehensive full-service Accredited Chest Pain Center with Percutaneous Coronary Intervention accreditation. The Center, located in a 50,000 sq. ft. facility, features all private rooms, a 19bed cardiovascular intensive care unit, a 16-bed post interventional cardiac cath unit, an eight-bed pre/post interventional cardiac hold unit, and three open heart surgery suites, along with a heart and vascular rehabilitation program that returns patients to the activities they enjoy. Dr. Christiano Caldeira, an authority in high-risk cardiac surgical procedures, holds a special interest in surgical therapies for treatment of heart failure. He is experienced in heart and lung transplantation, in the use of implantable ventricular assist devices, left ventricular reconstruction surgery, minimally invasive aortic and mitral

valve repairs, surgical treatments for atrial fibrillation, and procedures for the treatment of aortic pathologies. Dr. Cristiano Faber is an accomplished cardiothoracic and transplant surgeon who specializes in transplantation, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, high-risk valvular operations, and surgeries for the aortic arch. Dr. Wing Yeen is experienced in heart failure surgery, including thoracic transplantation, short term/long term mechanical circulatory support, and cardiothoracic critical care. Besides clinical cardiothoracic surgery, he is also very interested in clinical research and the economics of medicine. Dr. Rozales Swanson regularly performs minimally invasive lung, esophagus, and mediastinal surgery, valve repair and replacement procedures, coronary artery bypass grafting, aneurysm, dissections, MAZE procedure for the treatment of atrial fibrillation, and carotid surgery. He also performs endobronchial ultrasound, navigational bronchoscopy, and bronchial valves and robotic lung surgery. Dr. Robert Hooker is experienced in implanting ventricular assist devices and thoracic transplantation. He specializes in thoracic aortic pathology, valve repair and replacement, and arrhythmia surgery, and has written multiple, reviewed journal articles. He has participated in many device trials and works diligently on patient safety issues and quality improvement initiatives.

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Home Sharing Sarasota (ad on page 84) ..........................941 932-3285 A service offered to facilitate and maintain mutually beneficial shared housing relationships. Navamase (ad on page 53) .............................................................877 255-0744 Transition srvcs for adult children/seniors for making informed aging choices.

LEGAL SERVICES CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Charlotte County Dept of Human Services 21450 Gibralter Dr, Port Charlotte 33952..........................................................941 235-0668 Florida Rural Legal Services 410 Taylor St, Ste 106, Punta Gorda 33950.......................................................941 505-9007 MANATEE COUNTY

Gulfcoast Legal Services, 430 12th St W, Bradenton 34205 .................941 746-6151 Legal Aid of Manasota, 1101 6th Ave W, Ste 111, Bradenton 34205 ....941 747-1628 SARASOTA COUNTY

Gulfcoast Legal Services, 1750 17th St, Bldg I, Sarasota 34234............941 366-1746 Legal Aid of Manasota –1900 Main St, Ste 302, Sarasota 34236..........................................................941 366-0038 –19503 S West Villages Pkwy, Ste A7, Venice 34293 ........................................941 492-463

LIBRARIES CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Englewood Public Library (Tringali) 3450 North Access Rd, Englewood 34224 ........................................................941 681-3736 Mid-County Regional Library 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd, Pt Charlotte 33952 ............................................................941 613-3160 Port Charlotte Public Library, 2280 Aaron St, Port Charlotte 33952.........941 764-5562 Punta Gorda Public Library, 424 West Henry St, Punta Gorda 33950........941 833-5460 MANATEE COUNTY

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, Bradenton 34205 .....................................................................941 748-5555 Palmetto Branch Library, 923 6th St, W Palmetto 34221 ............................941 722-3333 Rocky Bluff Branch Library, 6750 US Highway, 301N, Ellenton 34222.....941 723-4821 South Manatee Branch Library, 6081 26th St W, Bradenton 34207........941 755-3892 SARASOTA COUNTY

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ACCORDING TO THE US CENSUS, there are roughly 40 million people aged 65 and over, and only 4 percent live in institutionalized settings. Thirty percent of people not living in a nursing home live alone. The most costly 5 percent of Medicare beneficiaries account for about half of Medicare expenditures. They have chronic illnesses, such as dementia, CHF, stroke, are symptomatic with functional impairment and at risk for ER visits and hospitalizations. They have multiple providers, lack of continuity of care, limited access to care and poor communication between settings. So what is the answer? Sarasota Manatee Geriatrics is a medical house calls practice. It was founded to meet

the growing needs of older adults in our community who have difficulty leaving their homes, assisted living or nursing facility. These patients are seen in their homes. House calls improve overall care, patient outcomes and lowers costs. Our first visit is more than 2 hours, including a thorough physical exam, review and refills of medications, communication and education for patients and families, safety, psychosocial and functional evaluation, advance care planning and arrangements for inhome lab, diagnostics and therapy when appropriate. We complete essential paperwork for moving into an ALF (1823 form), medical equipment and transportation forms.

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Fruitville Library, 100 Coburn Rd, Sarasota 34240...................................941 861-2500 Gulf Gate Public Library, 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota 34231.................941 861-1230 Jacaranda Public Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice 34293.941 861-1260 North Port Public Library, 13800 S Tamiami Tr, North Port 34287.....941 861-1300 North Sarasota Library, 2801 Newtown Blvd, Sarasota 34234.............941 861-1360 Selby Public Library, 1331 First St, Sarasota 34236 ................................941 861-1100 Venice Public Library, 300 Nokomis Ave S, Venice 34285......................941 861-1330

MEDIATION SERVICES Bodden Law Firm (ad on page 24) 1777 Tamiami Trl, Ste 408, Prt Charlotte 33948 .........................................941 505-7000 Garland & Padelford, Attorneys LLC (ad on page 24) 2424 Manatee Avenue West, Suite 201, Bradenton 34205........................941 462-3916 Life Planning Law Firm, P.A. (ad on page 3) 1671 Mound St, Sarasota, FL 34236............................................................941 914-6000

MEDICAL HOUSE CALLS Sarasota Manatee Geriatrics (Ad on page 53)...............941 228-0270

MEDICARE/MEDICAID INFORMATION Medicare, is the nation’s largest health insurance program, provides health insurance for Americans. Medicaid is a federal program based largely on income guidelines. CHARLOTTE, MANATEE AND SARASOTA COUNTIES

Associated Medicare Patients, Inc (AMP) Helps with Medicare and other insurance problems.

- Sarasota............................................................................................................941 556-3248 - Venice...............................................................................................................941 585-0051 Florida Dept of Children and Families 19500 Cochran Blvd, Port Charlotte 33948.......................................................941 613-2000 FL Senior Medicaid Patrol ......................................................................866 357-6677 Friendship Center (ad on page 65) – 27420 Voyageur Dr, Punta Gorda 33983..................................................941 255-0723 – 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 ............................................941 955-2122 – 2350 Scenic Dr, Venice 34293 ..................................................................941 493-3065 Hope PACE (ad on page 59) .............................................................855 454-3102 Medicaid Office, 1864 17th St, Sarasota 34234 ..........................................941 316-6000 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline................................................800 784-2433 P.A. Consulting (ad on page 31) Charlotte........................................................................................................941 764-9878 Manatee.........................................................................................................941 896-6190 continued on page 56 54 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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MEDICARE/MEDICAID INFORMATION cont’d

Senior Medicaid Solutions (ad on page 57) 515 27th St E, Ste 1, Bradenton 34208 ........................................................941 209-9293 (SHINE) – Serving Health Insurance Needs of the Elderly .............................................................................................866 413-5337

Volunteers help beneficiaries and their families understand Medicare, Medicaid and supplemental insurance. Offers Health Insurance and Medicare counseling. NATIONAL

Medicare ...........................................................................................................800 633-4227 Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Line ...........................................................800 447-8477

MENTAL HEALTH CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Charlotte Behavioral Healthcare 1700 Education Ave, Punta Gorda 33950..........................................................941 639-8300 Crisis Stabilization Unit 1700 Education Ave, Punta Gorda 33950..........................................................941 575-0222 Serves those in immediate need of mental health crisis intervention.

NAMI, 21450 Gibralter Dr, Port Charlotte 33952..............................................941 268-8033 CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Riverside Behavioral Health 733 East Olympia Avenue, Punta Gorda 33950 ................................................941 637-2474 MANATEE COUNTY

Bradenton Counseling Center, Inc 5131 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton 34209..........................................................941 792-0802 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline................................................800 273-8255 Manatee Glens, 2020 26th Ave E, Bradenton 34208....................................941 782-4600 Suncoast Behavior Health Ctr, 4480 51st W, Bradenton 34210 ........941 251-5000 SARASOTA COUNTY

American Psychological Association ...............................................800 964-2000 Beacon House, 1680 S.S. Tamiami Tr, Venice 34292...................................941 496-4934 Center of Revitalizing Psychiatry 2033 Wood St, Ste 220, Sarasota 34237...........................................................941 677-3366 Coastal Behavioral Healthcare, Inc 1565 State St, Sarasota 34236...........................................................................941 927-8900 Jewish Family and Children’s Services, (JFCS) 2688 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota 34237 (ad on page 67) ..............................941 366-2224 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline................................................800 784-2433 North Port Center, 19503 SW Villages Pkwy, North Port 34266...............941 423-9898 Prospect House, 240 B South Tuttle Ave, Sarasota 34237..........................941 953-3477 Sarasota County National Alliance for the Mentally Ill .......941 822-5965 continud on page 60 56 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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quickly.” Senior Medicaid Solutions helps you resolve these concerns. Calling Senior Medicaid Solutions is a good first step in making sure you receive the benefits to which you are entitled. Not only can we help with eligibility planning and filing, but we can help with areas like asset protection and spousal entitlements. Many people do not receive the Medicaid benefits they are entitled to because they don't understand how the system works. Our initial consultation is always FREE and we'll explain how we can help you with the process. Editors Note: This article was provided by Senior Medicaid Solutions. They can be reached at 941201-5871 or www.seniormedicaidsolutions.com

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Senior Medicaid Solutions THERE ARE MANY WRONG assumptions about qualifying for Florida Medicaid benefits. At Senior Medicaid Solutions, we provide the facts and information you need to qualify for nursing and assisted living facility Medicaid benefits. We know Medicaid rules and we stay informed of any changes made to those rules. We can help you qualify and file your application for you. Our professionals are here to guide you through the entire process - reducing your stress and ensuring that all details are addressed properly. People often say, "I don't think I qualify for Medicaid…,” or “I can't afford Nursing Home costs…,” and “My life savings will be gone too


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Suncoast Center for Independent Living Empowers Seniors with Disabilities SUNCOAST CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING (CIL) IS a non profit organization serving people with disabilities within Sarasota and Manatee Counties. Our goal is to empower people with disabilities to take charge of their lives and guide them through their own destinies. Services are free of charge and provided to people with disabilities of all ages residing within Sarasota and Manatee counties. CIL staff, boards, and consumers work together to remove barriers and prejudices in society so that all individuals can live and work and enjoy all that their communities have to offer. Fiftyone percent of the staff and boards of CILs are persons with disabilities, which means that they play significant roles in the decision-making responsibilities of the Centers.Here is one of our many success stories. William's Story On his birthday, William received a gift that people often take for granted. No, it wasn't a new car, clothes, or even a vacation. He received the gift of independence through the installation of a new wheelchair ramp for his home. The lack of a wheelchair ramp resulted in multiple falls in front of his wife, whose petite frame prevent her from assisting him. With no other recourse she was forced to contact 911 each time for assistance. After the installation of

his new ramp William was excited to be able to exit his home for the first time in three years and enjoy his independence in the fresh air and Florida sunshine. SCIL provides information and assistance for people with disabilities and their families in promoting change when faced with barriers and discrimination and in accessing support systems, benefits and services such as applying for social security benefits. We help with appeals, discrimination, housing information, Medicaid benefits, ADA consultations and self advocacy. We offer a Peer Mentoring Program that offers opportunities to interact with peers. Sharing ideas, experiences, and difficulties while obtaining practical advice through one-on-one support group activities that promote positive living with a disability. SCIL provides comprehensive and currentinformation to Sarasota and Manatee residents on available resources for people with disabilities. It assists individuals by providing referrals for: SCIL programs and services, community resources, assistive technology and Federal, State and County regulations and housing operations. Editors Note: This information was provided by Suncoast Center For Independent Living, Inc., 3281 17th Street Sarasota, FL 34235. They can be reached at 941-351-9545 http://scil4u.org/.

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Sarasota Memorial Bayside Center for Behavioral Health 1650 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota 34239 ..................................................................941 917-7760 Serenity Place at Doctors Hosp, 5731 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota 34233......941 342-4461

MOBILITY EQUIPMENT

Vital Life Senior (ad on page 47) ...............................................866 737-3987

MOVE MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZING SERVICES

Clutter Be Gone (ad on page 61)........................................941 484-4836 Downsizeology (ad on page 84,123) .................................941 981-0160 ETA Movers (ad on page 84) ................................................941 746-1717 TLC Senior Move Experts (ad on page 61) ....................941 554-4746

PHARMACIES

Walgreens Many Locations to Serve You, (ad on page 62) ..........800 925-4733

PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Charlotte Cty Sr Svcs, 1050 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte 33980...........941 833-6500 MANATEE COUNTY

Manatee Choice Rx Savings Program ..............................................866 315-6421 Suncoast Rx ....................................................................................................800 921-6629 Eli Lily & Co ....................................................................................................877 795-4559 SARASOTA COUNTY

Caritas ...............................................................................................................941 366-5620 NATIONAL

AARP Prescription Discount Program ...........................................800 456-2277 Area Agency on Aging - Elder Helpline...........................................800 963-5337 Council on Aging .........................................................................................202 479-1200 Lily Patient Assistance Program .........................................................877 795-4559 Merck Patient Assistance Program ...................................................800 727-5400 Novartis Medicare Rx ................................................................................800 620-3292 Partnership for Prescription Assistance ........................................800 762-4636 Pfizer Rx Pathways .....................................................................................866 706-2400 Partnership for Prescription Assistance ........................................888 477-2669 Rx Benefit.........................................................................................................800 377-1614 Rx Assistance for the Aged & Disabled (PAAD) .........................800 792-9745

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONAL SERVICES

Clutter Be Gone (ad on page 61) 926 Capri Isles Blvd, Ste 224 Venice 34292 ........................................800 484-4836

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SENIOR ACTIVITIES CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Adult & Community Education 1441 Tamiami Trl, Ste 365, Port Charlotte 33948.............................................941 255-7555 Charlotte County Parks and Recreation 2300 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte 33948..........................................................941 625-7529 Charlotte Technical Center 18150 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte 33948 ....................................................941 255-7500 (Offers a variety of adult education classes)

Cultural Center of Charlotte County 2280 Aaron St, Port Charlotte 33952.................................................................941 625-4175 Friendship Center (ad on page 65) – 27420 Voyageur Dr, Punta Gorda 33983..................................................941 255-0723 – 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 ............................................941 955-2122 – 2350 Scenic Dr, Venice 34293 ..................................................................941 493-3065 Offers a wide variety of programming for seniors at both campuses. Classes and activities are held daily.

Lifelong Learning Institute – Florida Southwestern State College 26300 Airport Rd, Punta Gorda 33950 ..............................................................941 637-3533 MANATEE AND SARASOTA COUNTIES

Adult and Community Enrichment - Senior Learners 4748 Beneva Rd, Sarasota 34233 ......................................................................941 361-6590 Senior classes are offered to groups of 10 or more adults, 55 years of age or better, in independent and assisted living facilities, nursing homes, adult community centers, churches, and other sites throughout the community. The classes offered vary according to the interest of the group served, but range in context from crafts to current events, including art appreciation, literature, technology skills, and many more. Some classes qualify for grant support, while others are fee supported.

Foster Grandparent Program, Senior Employment Program, and Companion Program 2607 Dr Ella Piper Way, Ft Myers 33916 ...........................................................239 332-5346 The Foster Grandparent Program of Southwest Florida provides meaningful and challenging volunteer opportunities and community involvement for more than 150 Foster Grandparents to serve special needs and at risk children by giving more than 110,000 hours of annual volunteer service Since 1993, the Foster Grandparent Program has enabled more than 2,000 senior citizens to volunteer approximately 1.5 million hours assisting children with special needs in Collier, Lee, Hendry, Charlotte, Desoto and Sarasota Counties.

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Lifelong Learning Academy at USF - SM 8350 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota 34243 ................................................................941 359-4296 To enrich the lives of mature adults in Sarasota and Manatee Counties by providing affordable, outstanding educational programs covering a broad spectrum of topics, rich in intellectual stimulation and worthy of being taught at a university. A key aspect of many of the programs will be class discussion, and the Lifelong Learning Academy will foster social interaction on and off the campus.

Longboat Key Education Center, The 5370 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Ste 212, Longboat Key 34228 ....................................941 383-8811 Offering over 150 non-credit programs for adult enrichment.

Manatee Parks and Recreation ............................................................941 742-5923 Many locations offering different programs for seniors.

Pierian Spring Academy .........................................................................941 716-2471 A non-profit 501-C-3 organization offering academic - quality adult courses taught by highly qualified retired academicians and other recognized experts. Our faculty members also present free public lectures in the fall and summer. The courses we offer cover a variety of topics in Art, Architecture, Science, Literature, Language, History, Government, Human Body / Mind, Music, Theatre, and more.

Ringling Museum of Art Adult Education Program 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota 34243..................................................................941 359-5700 Many Adult education programs being offered.

Road Scholar ..................................................................................................800 454-5768 Sarasota County Parks and Recreation ..........................................941 861-5000 Many locations offering many different programs for Seniors.

Senior Circle Program, Venice Regional Bayfront Hospital ...................941 483-7050 State Collage of Florida - Manatee/ Sarasota 5840 26th St W, Bradenton 34207....................................................................941 752-5000 Offering a wide variety of adult enrichment courses.

SENIOR CENTERS/RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Friendship Center, Inc (ad on page 65) – 27420 Voyageur Dr, Punta Gorda 33983..................................................941 255-0723 – 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 ............................................941 955-2122 – 2350 Scenic Dr, Venice 34293 ..................................................................941 493-3065 Senior Circle – Bayfront Health, 809 E Marion Ave, Punta Gorda 33950..............................941 637-2570 – Bayfront Health, 2500 Harbor Blvd, Pt Charlotte 33948 ...............................941 766-4122 continued on page 66 64 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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H2U — Health To You – 6670 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton 34210 ............................................................941 792-0211 – 6049 26th St W, Bradenton 34207................................................................941 758-8343 – 7042 US 301 N, Ellenton 34208.....................................................................941 722-5683 Manatee County Community Services 1112 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton 34205..........................................................941 749-3030 Meals on Wheels Plus (ad on page 33) 1816 9th St W, Bradenton 34205.................................................................941 749-0100 Senior Enrichment Center 1816 9th St W, Bradenton 34205......................................................................941 749-0100 SARASOTA COUNTY

H2U – Health to You Englewood 700 Medical Blvd, Englewood 34223................................................................941 473-5048 North Port Senior Ctr, 4940 Pan American Blvd, North Port 34287.......941 426-2204

SENIOR ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES Includes senior organizations such as government, non-profit and community organizations created to assist seniors in many areas of their lives. CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Area Agency on Aging- Elder Helpline ............................................800 963-5337 Their primary role is to plan, promote and coordinate a network of services for individuals 60 years and older. Bayfront Health Center Senior Circle Program (ad page 51)

809 E Marion Ave, Punta Gorda 33950 ........................................................941 639-3131 Charlotte County Human Svcs, 1050 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte 33980......... 211 Charlotte County Senior Services Program 1050 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte 33980........................................................941 833-6500 If calling from Englewood .............................................................941 205-2161 Community Foundation ..........................................................................941 637-0077 Friendship Center, Inc (ad on page 65) – 27420 Voyageur Dr, Punta Gorda 33983 .................................................941 255-0723 – 1820 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 ............................................941 955-2122 – 2350 Scenic Dr, Venice 34293 ..................................................................941 493-3065 Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties 9701 Commerce Center Ct, Fort Myers 33908 ..................................................239 481-4449 MADD - Mothers Against Drunk Driving 12601 Metro Pkwy, Ste 3, Fort Myers 33966....................................................239 791-7560 OCEAN – Our Charlotte Elder Affairs Network .........................941 743-0987 Organization of public and private health, human and social service organizations and other concerned with elder issues. continued on page 68 66 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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SENIOR ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES cont’d Bayfront Health of Punta Gorda (ad on page 51) 809 E Marion Ave, Punta Gorda 33950........................................................941 637-3131 MANATEE COUNTY

Catholic Charities, 1219 16th St W, Bradenton 34205 .............................941 244-9490 Catholic Charities helps all people regardless of race, nationality or creed. They offer a variety of services, care management, disaster relief, senior services, financial assistance and food pantries.

Elder Helpline ................................................................................................800 963-5337 This is a starting point for information, referral and assistance for elders, their families and caregivers. Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS) (ad on page 67)

2688 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota 34237..............................................................941 366-2224 Manatee Aging Network PO Box 11362, Bradenton 34282.......................................................................941 870-3523 A voluntary coalition of persons representing both profit and not-forprofit health, human and social services organizations and other persons concerned with aging issues.

Manatee County Senior Advocacy Council ...................................941 779-4799 Not for profit agency that provides DMW and emergency alert systems to indigent seniors of Manatee County.

Senior Advantage Program at Manatee Memorial Hospital Manatee Memorial Hospital or Lakewood Ranch Medical Center ...................941 745-7548 These 2 facilities offer free and discounted services designed to enhance your health and well-being.

West Central Florida Area Agency on Aging, Inc 5905 Breckenridge Pkwy, #F, Tampa 33610.....................................................813 740-3888 Services to help elders live in the least restrictive settings as long as possible. SARASOTA COUNTY Area Agency on Aging for SWFL (ad on page 22) .....800 963-5337 Their primary role is to plan, promote and coordinate a network of services for individuals 60 years and older.

Catholic Charities ............................................................................941 355-4680 x311 Catholic Charities helps all people regardless of race, nationality or creed. They offer a variety of services, care management, counseling, disaster relief, senior services, financial assistance and food pantries.

Florida Department of Elder Affairs ................................................850 414-2000 Mission is to maximize self-sufficiency and personal independence of elders and to plan, advocate and administer programs and policies that accessible, responsive and comprehensive services and long term care. continued on page 70 68 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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Lutheran Services Florida Sarasota Guardian nship helps protect vulnerable adults in Sarasota, asota Manatee and DeSoto counties from abuse, neglect and ex xploitation. Guardians act on behalf of those who canno ot handle their own affairs due to physical injuries, me ental illness, developmental disabilities, Alzheime er’s disease or other age-related dementia. LSF offers a variety of services which are ta ailored to the individual’s needs, including: Case Management (coordinate/monitor care) Power of Attorney Representativ ve Payee Trustee Authority Health Care Proxy Personal Representative for Esttates Assistance in Applying for Mediicaid When you or your loved one needs Guardianship or Case Management Services, LSF is your best choice. LSF offers Availability, Stability, Financial Expertise and Professionall Expertise. Contact Director Anne Ridings 941-358-6330 aridings@lsfnetorg

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Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center 1750 17th St, Sarasota 34234............................................................................941 365-4545 The mission of this organization is to enhance the social services delivery system for underserved individuals and families so that they may access the services they need to become participating members of the community. A not-for-profit think tank dedicated to the innovation of age-related products, services and policies.

Institute For The Ages, 1991 Main St #248, Sarasota 34236 ....................941 365-4243 Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS) 2688 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota 34237 (ad on page 67) ...............................941 366-2224 Serving Sarasota and Manatee Counties

Lutheran Services – Florida (ad on page 69) 1748 Independence Blvd, Sarasota 34234..................................................941 358-6330 The mission of LFS is to enhance social services delivery to underserved individuals.

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program 4040 Espanada Way #322, Tallahassee 32399.................................................888 831-0404 They help to ensure the health, safety and welfare of individuals living in skilled nursing facilities or assisted living communities.

Sarasota Better Business.........................................................................800 525-1447 Sarasota County Aging Network .........................................................941 921-4747 Organization of public and private health and social service organizations concerned with elder issues.

Sarasota County Seniors Advisory Council 2200 Ringling Blvd., #221, Sarasota, FL 34237................................................941-861-2877 Advised the Board of County Commissioners on issues and conditions affecting seniors in Sarasota County.·Meetings are held the First Thursday of the month at William L. Little Health and Human Services Center, 2200 Ringling Blvd. in Room 226 at 3:00 p.m.

Stakeholders in Aging, 2200 Ringling Blvd., #221, Sarasota, FL 34237 ......941-861-2877 The mission of the Stakeholders in Aging Consortium is to be the proactive voice of consensus toimprove life for seniors in Sarasota County meetings are held the 2nd friday of the month at 8:30am at Sarasota County Health & Human Services.

SCOPE - Sarasota County Openly Plans for Excellence 1226 N Tamiami Tr #202, Sarasota 34236........................................................941 365-8751 Their primary role is to plan, promote and coordinate a network of services for individuals 60 years and older.

Senior Circle – Venice Regional Bayfront Health Program Center .............................................................................................941 485-7711 Designed to help seniors get the most out of life through active, independent healthy living. continued on page 72 70 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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“THE SENIOR ADVOCACY COUNCIL HAS THE DISTINGUISHED privilege and honor of assisting our county’s most needy seniors. In their time of greatest need, we are here to connect them with community resources, advocate for them and their families and help with financial assistance when Medicaid and Medicare have been unable to provide for their needs.” Programs we offer:

MCSAC will only pay the Dentist directly for services that are preauthorized by the council. Durable Medical Equipment: MCSAC will purchase durable medical equipment not covered by Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance.

Project Life Saver: MCSAC will provide financial assistance to the families of individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia disorders. Personal Emergency These individuals might Response Systems: MCbe prone to wander away SAC will provide a PERS from home and become System to seniors who confused or lost. Part-iciare not eligible for a syspants in Project Lifetem through the VA or saver wear a special wrist Long Term Managed bracelet equipped with a Care programs. There “You not only small transmitter which must be a home tele- clothed my body, phone line for the system, but lifted me up, changed emits a signal that Manaand the applicant must my attitude and put me tee Search and Rescue can track when someone is be willing to be interback on course. Just viewed once per quarter knowing that somebody reported missing. else out there cares, by telephone to verify Emergency Assistance: especially when you’re usage of the unit and MCSAC will provide finanalone & you don’t have ensure proper function. cial assistance to Seniors anybody means who have needs outside the everything.” Dental Expense: MCTestimonial from grant scope of our current proSAC will provide finanrecipient, Mr. Allen Poet grams provided they meet cial assistance to Seniors the financial criteria. Each who are low-income but do not qualify for public assistance den- application is reviewed on a case by tal programs or who require dental case basis. Applications are reviewed work that is not covered by other public monthly.If you or someone you know assistance dental plans. Service will be can benefit from these services contact provided by the dentist of their choice. us at 941-779-4799. = Web Link on www.SeniorsBlueBook.com • January - June 2015 • 71

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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. A widow coping with loss, a wife facing the financial realities of divorce and a mother seeking an education to better support her children – all find help and hope for a renewed and fulfilling life through the WRCSC. Annually, the not-forprofit organization reaches over 12,800 women with programs offered to boost self esteem, improve computer or financial skills, increase employment success and understand the legalities of divorce. NATIONAL

AARP ..................................................................................................................800 441-2277 Agency for Health Care Administration.........................................888 419-3456 Alcoholic Anonymous ..............................................................................800 477-1104 Alzheimer’s Association ..........................................................................800 272-3900 American Cancer Society........................................................................800 227-2345 American Council of the Blind ............................................................800 424-8666 American Diabetes Association ..........................................................800 342-2383 American Heart Association.................................................................800 242-8721 American Kidney Fund............................................................................800 638-8299 American Liver Foundation ..................................................................800 465-4837 American Lung Association ..................................................................800 586-4872 American Parkinson Disease Association ....................................800 223-2732 American Speech Language and Hearing Assoc .......................800 638-8255 American Stroke Association ...............................................................800 553-6321 Area Agency on Aging - Elder Helpline...........................................866 413-5337 Area Agency on Aging - Elder Helpline ..........................................800 963-5337 Consumer Assistance Center ................................................................800 435-7352 Eldercare Locator ........................................................................................800 677-1116 Florida Department of Elder Affairs ...............................................850 414-2000 Florida Dept of Financial Services Helpline ...............................877 693-5236 Out of State .................................................................................................850 413-3089 National Council on Aging ....................................................................800 424-9046

SENIOR REAL ESTATE SPECIALISTS

The Wright Real Estate Connection (ad on page 73) .......................................................................................................................941 232-8041 Social Security Administration Medicare Claims ...................800 633-4227 Veterans Administration ........................................................................800 827-1000

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Care Patrol (ad on page 84,119) ...........................................941 237-0846 Cornerstone Lifecare (ad on page 85) ............................941 809-7298 Navamaze (ad on page 53) ...................................................877 255-0744

SOCIAL SECURITY GENERAL INFORMATION

Social Security Administration – 1600 Tamiami Trail #200, Port Charlotte 33948...........................................800 772-1213 – 4135 S Tamiami Trl, Venice 34293 ................................................................800 772-1213 – 5540 SR 64 E, #100, Bradenton 34208..........................................................800 772-1213 – 2001 Siesta Dr, #301, Sarasota 34239...........................................................800 772-1213 Medicare Claims ..........................................................................................800 633-4227

SURGERY CENTERS

Regional Cardiac and Vascular Associates (ad on page 75) 600 Nokomis Ave S, Venice 34285...............................................................941 486-6979 Southwest Florida Heart Center (ad on IBC) 2500 Harbor Blvd, Port Charlotte 33952......................................................941 637-2497

TELEPHONE REASSURANCE Providing services to help homebound clients through telephone reassurance, friendly visitor programs, supportive intervention, assistance with applying for Medicaid. CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Florida Telecommunications Relay 1820 E Park Ave, Ste 101, Tallahassee 32301...................................................800 222-3448 Statewide nonprofit organization that administers the Specialized Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program for citizens of Florida who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deaf/Blind and Speech Impaired. Specialized telephone equipment is loaned to all qualified permanent residents of Florida for as long as they need it, at no charge. Friendship Center (ad on page 65) – 27420 Voyageur Dr, Punta Gorda 33983..................................................941 255-0723

– 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 ............................................941 955-2122 – 2350 Scenic Dr, Venice 23293 ..................................................................941 493-3065

TRANSPORTATION CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Dial a Ride, 25490 Airport Road. Punta Gorda, FL 33950..............................941 575-4000 MANATEE COUNTY Handy Bus (Registration required) ..........................................................941 748-2317 continued on page 76 74 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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Edmund Bermudez, M.D., M FACC • S. Brad Shoemaker, M.D., M FACC Joseph Balzano, M.D., FACC • James Landis, M.D., FACC

Reegional Cardiac & Vaascular Asssociates. They takke yourr health hcare needss to heart! When it comes to your heart, getting the care of skilled, caring physicians is a must. That’s why Gulf Coast Medical Group is proud to introduce its newest practice, Regional Cardiac & Vascular Associates. All the physicians are fellows of the American College of Cardiology. They provide comprehensive heart and vascular care that includes cardiac catheterization and intervention, defibrillator implantation, nuclear and stress testing, echocardiograms, Holter monitoring, and much more. For information or to schedule an appointment, call 941-486-6979.

600 Nokomis Ave. S. Suite 203 Veenice, Florida Members of the Medical Staff at Venic e e Regional Bayfront Health

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Manatee County Dept Emergency Management (Natural Disaster Assistance) .............................................................................941 749-3502 Manatee County Veterans Benefit Office 1112 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton 34205..........................................................941 749-3030 MCAT Service, 1112 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton 34205 ............................941 747-8621 Senior Wheels, 811 23rd Ave E, Bradenton 34208.......................................941 747-7433

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FISH of Englewood .....................................................................................941 475-4494 FISH of North Port ......................................................................................941 474-8802 FISH of Sarasota ..........................................................................................941 953-5838 ITN, 1226 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236..............................................(941) 364-7530 ITN Sarasota provides a transportation solution for seniors and the visually impaired. Helping seniors keep their independence through an affordable and safe ride system.

Sarasota County Area Transit, SCAT Plus 5303 Pinkney Ave, Sarasota 34233 ...................................................................941 861-1234 Sarasota County Department of Emergency Management (Natural Disaster Assistance) .............................................................................941 861-5000 SCAT Plus Service-Door to Door, 5303 Pinkney Ave, Sarasota 34233 ...................................................................941 861-1234

URGENT CARE CENTERS Gulf Coast Medical Group, Urgent Care & Walk In (ad on page 77) 1700 E Venice Ave, E Venice 34293 .............................................................941 483-9760 8431 Pointe Loop Dr, Venice 34292 ............................................................941 207-5320

VETERANS SERVICES CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Charlotte Cty - Human Svcs 1050 Loveland Blvd, Pt Charlotte 33980...........................................................941 833-6500 Veteran Service Center .......................................................................................239 344-9852 Charlotte Cty - Vet Svcs 1050 Loveland Blvd, Pt Charlotte 33980...........................................................941 764-5579 Disabled American Vets 1232 Market Cr, Unit 2B, Pt Charlotte 33953 ....................................................941 629-2833 Free claims assistance for ANY veteran, disabled or not, from any war.

Dept of Veteran Affairs – Charlotte County Office 4161 Tamiami Trl, Ste 401, Port Charlotte 33952.............................................941 235-2710 Intake and help with regard to federal and state veterans benefits. If you are a veteran or the spouse or child of a veteran, you may be entitled to benefits. continued on page 78 76 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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Two Convenie ent Locattions. Get the treatment you need from board-certified physicians ns and experienced staff, and start feeling better fast. With convenient South h Sarasota County locations, you’re never far from getting expert care for thee common cold or minor emergencies such as sprains, fractures, allergic reactions eactions and cuts. And because of our lower co-pay*—the same as being seen by a primary care physician—you’ll enjoy substantial savings compared red to most other urgent care clinics. For fast, reliable, affordable relief, count nt on us. For more information, visit GulfCoastMedicalGroup.net/walkin lkin. East Venice 1700 E. Venice Ave.

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VETERANS SERVICES cont’d US Senior Vets - Local Volunteer Veteran Advocate Corinne North-Fuller, US Army Veteran............................................................941 266-3972 Veteran Support Center (ad on page 84)..........................239 344-9852 MANATEE AND SARASOTA COUNTIES

Disabled American Veterans – 111 63rd E Ave, Bradenton ............................................................................941 755-5425 – 7177 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota 34241 ..............................................................941 371-7844 – 600 Colonial E Ln, Nokomis 34275 ................................................................941 488-4500 Sarasota Cty Vet Benefit Office 2200 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota 34236..................................................................941 861-2899 VA Medical Center – Bay Pines (U.S. Dept of Veterans Affairs) Bay Pines 33744 .................................................................................................888 820-0230 VA Regional Office..............................................................................................800 827-1000 NATIONAL

American Veterans Ad .............................................................................877 427-8065 Education Benefits......................................................................................888 442-4551 Debt Management ......................................................................................800 827-0648 Health Benefits .............................................................................................877 222-8387 Health Eligibility Center .........................................................................800 929-8387 Life Insurance ...............................................................................................800 669-8477 VA Benefits ......................................................................................................800 827-1000 Veterans Crisis Line....................................................................................800 273-8255

VISION RESOURCES Non-profit and government organizations providing resources and vision services. Many programs are sliding scale or income qualifying. CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Lighthouse of Manasota, The, 7318 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota 34243 ................................................................941 359-1404 Advances individual growth and independence of adults and children with vision loss. Our nationally-accredited non-profit agency offers free vision rehabilitation training in activities of daily living, assistive technology, orientation, mobility, job readiness training, and Braille instructors are university-trained and nationally certified by ACVREP.

Lions Club – North Port .......................................................................................................941 740-2860 – Port Charlotte .................................................................................................941 766-9367 – Punta Gorda ...................................................................................................941 637-9979 All of your Lions Clubs are your last resorts for hearing and vision assistance. After all insurance and other sources are exhausted, call the Lions Club nearest to you. continued on page 79 78 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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Project Insight ...............................................................................................800 267-4448 Provides information about services, locations of peer support groups and other assistance for people who are blind and visually impaired.

Virginia B. Andes Community Clinic 21450 Gibraltar Dr, Port Charlotte 33952 .........................................................941 766-9570 Visually Impaired Persons 3459 Depew Ave, Port Charlotte 33952 ...........................................................941 625-8501 MANATEE COUNTY

The Eye Associates Educate cataract patients on the latest options in cataract surgery.

– 6002 Pointe W Blvd, Bradenton 34209 .........................................................941 792-2020 – 7230 55th Ave E, Bradenton 34203...............................................................941 758-1916 – 7915 US Hwy 301 N, Ellenton 34222.............................................................941 729-2020 Conklin Ctrs for the Blind 405 White St, Daytona Beach 32127.................................................................386 258-3441 Division of Blind Services/ State of Florida 600 8th Ave W, Ste 302, Palmetto 34221.........................................................800 500-6412 Southeastern Guide Dogs, 4210 77th St E, Palmetto 34221.................941 729-5665 Talking Books Library, 1301 1st W Ave, Bradenton 34205 ...................941 749-7114 SARASOTA COUNTY

Carolyn’s Low Vision Products, 3938 S Tamiami Tr, Sarasota 34231 ......941 373-9100 Florida Council of the Blind, Venice Chapter, Venice .........................941 488-7870 Lighthouse of Mana-Sota (Servicing all 3 counties) 7318 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota 34243..................................................................941 359-1404 Lions Club Vision Screening 1289 Jacaranda Blvd, Venice 34292..................................................................941 486-6065 Sarasota (For assistance call) .............................................................................941 953-2658 Sarasota Lions Club provides assistance with glasses and visual impairment.

Prevent Blindness - Florida ...................................................................813 874-2020 Sarasota County Health Department (Free vision screening) 2200 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota 34237..................................................................941 861-2900 NATIONAL

American Council of the Blind, Inc...................................................800 424-8666 Florida Council of the Blind, Inc – Insight ...................................800 267-4448

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES CHARLOTTE COUNTY

Bayfront Health – Senior Circles Program 2500 Harbor Blvd, Port Charlotte 33952 ......................................................941 766-4122 Bayfront Health Ctr, 809 E Marion Ave, Punta Gorda 33950 ..........941 639-3131 continued on page 80 = Web Link on www.SeniorsBlueBook.com • January - June 2015 • 79

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Big Brothers/Big Sisters – 22107 Elmire Blvd, Port Charlotte 33952 ......................................................941 764-5812 – 2960 S McCall Rd, Ste 210 Unit 9, Englewood 34224 ..................................941 473-4003 – 6919 Outreach Way, #B112, North Port, 34287............................................941 429-3727 Charlotte Cty Governmt, 1050 Loveland Blvd, Pt Charlotte 33980 .......941 833-6500 Many different opportunities available.

Habitat for Humanity – 1750 Manzana Ave, Punta Gorda 33950.......................................................941 639-0586 – 1354 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte 33952......................................................941 206-2606 Friendship Center (ad on page 65) – 27420 Voyageur Dr, Punta Gorda 33983 .................................................941 255-0723 – 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota 34236 ............................................941 955-2122 – 2350 Scenic Dr, Venice 23293 ..................................................................941 493-3065

Volunteer programs for persons 55 and older. Friendship At Home visitors program for isolated seniors.

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 21841 Felton Ave, Port Charlotte 33952 ..........................................................941 625-9784 Society of St Vincent De Paul - St Maximilian Kolbe Conference 1441 Spear St, Port Charlotte 33948 .................................................................941 258-3398 Society of St Vincent De Paul - San Antonio Conference 24445 Rampart Blvd, Punta Gorda 33980.........................................................941 235-1254 Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic 21297 Olean Blvd, Unit B, Port Charlotte 33952...............................................941 766-9570 MANATEE AND SARASOTA COUNTIES

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast – 2831 Ringling Blvd, #201A, Sarasota 34237.................................................941 331-4376 – 1000 S Tamiami Tr, Ste C, Venice 34285.......................................................941 488-4009 – 349 6th Ave W, Bradenton 34205 .................................................................941 746-7000 Being a Big Brother or Big Sister is one of the most enjoyable things you’ll ever do, and one of the most fulfilling. You have the opportunity to help shape a child’s future for the better by empowering them to achieve. And the best part is, it’s actually a lot of fun. You and your Little can share the kinds of activities you already like to do. Play sports together. Go on a hike. Read books. Eat a pizza. Or just give some advice and inspiration. Whatever it is you enjoy, odds are you’ll enjoy them even more with your Little-and you’ll be making a life-changing impact.

Center for Building Hope 5481 Communications Pkwy, Sarasota 34240.....................................................941 921-5539 Dr. Piper Center – Senior Companions Program ......................239 332-5346 continued on page 82

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VOLUNTEERS IN THE SARASOTA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT give children abundant measures of their time, talent, experience and heart. Still, volunteers always say that they get more from the experience than they give. Bunny has been volunteering at the same school for 20 years. She said, “I have always felt that I received much more from the students than I could ever give to them. Just being able to talk to them one-on-one, with whatever their problem was that day, was a good feeling.” A volunteer tutor for 11 years, Jack reports, “Being able to tutor students has been one of the most personally rewarding experiences of my life. We all hope to leave a legacy. I hope that many years from now some of my students will say, ‘Mr. Jack taught me this.’ What could be more satisfying?” Marge has been a volunteer reading tutor for 10 years. “Being a school volunteer has added great enrichment to my life,” she said. “My day at school is the best day of my week. I hope that I am making a difference in students’ lives. I know that they have made a difference in mine!” Murray is a retired superintendent of

schools and natural-born teacher. “Volunteering in the Sarasota County Schools gives you the wonderful opportunity to light up your life with the smile of success on a young child's face!” he said. “It is a very special sense of delight when the children I tutor “get it”! Multiply that good feeling by a week, a month, or a school year and you will understand the awesome feeling of positively and successfully touching the life of a child! I love it!” School volunteers help students master skills and experience the joy of learning. They share their life experiences, serve as mentors and role models, and let students know they care. For a little as an hour a week, you can join Bunny, Jack, Marge and Murray in making a difference in a student’s life and in your own. Volunteers with a wide range of skills and interests are needed throughout the school district at all grade levels. Free training is provided for tutors. No experience is necessary only a little time and a giving heart. Editor’s Note: Please contact the Sarasota County School District Volunteer and Partnership Office at 941.927.9000 ext. 31500 for information about the volunteer opportunity that best fits your interests.

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FL Senior Medicaid Patrol ......................................................................866 357-6677 Habitat for Humanity, 280 Alligator Dr, Venice 34293 ...........................941 493-6606 ITN – Independent Transportation Network 1226 N Tamiami Tr, Sarasota 34236 .................................................................941 364-7530 Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS) (ad on page 67) 2688 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota 34237 .............................................................941 366-2224 Lakewood Ranch Medical Center 8330 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Lakewood Ranch 34202.....................................941 782-2100 Lakewood Ranch Medical Center is on the lookout for dedicated volunteers give their time caring for others. Positions vary from stocking supplies who want to 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 are available at the main lobby front desk. Please contact Jennifer Bryan 941-782-2131 for additional information.

Lifecare of Sarasota, 8104 Tuttle Ave, Sarasota 34243............................941 360-6411 Currently seeking retirees and teen volunteers for non-clinical activities.

Literary Volunteers of South Sarasota County 300 Nokomis Ave S, Venice 34285....................................................................941 488-8994 Long Term Care Ombudsman Program .........................................888 831-0404 Lutheran Services – Florida (ad on page 69) 1748 Independence Blvd, Sarasota 34234...................................................941 358-6330 Always can use volunteers, in any capacity, visiting clients, shopping, delivering items, office work, special projects, with our fundraiser, reviewing files to asset with abuse, neglect and exploitation, so folks with accounting, bookkeeping or medical backgrounds.

MADD - Mothers Against Drunk Driving 12601 Metro Pkwy, Ste 3, Fort Myers 33966....................................................877 623-3457 Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee (ad on page 33) 811 23rd Ave E, Bradenton 34208 ...............................................................941 747-4655 Sarasota County Health Dept Volunteer Program....................941 861-2822 Sarasota County Schools Tutoring Program ...............................941 927-9000 Sarasota Memorial Hospital Volunteer Program 1700 S Tamiami Tr, Sarasota 34239, Located in Auxiliary Ctr, 1st flr...............941 917-9000 Volunteer Community Connection 1750 17th St, Ste B1, Sarasota 34234 ...............................................................941 953-5965 Volunteer Services at Englewood Community Hospital 700 Medical Blvd, Englewood 34223................................................................941 475-6571 Volunteer Services at Manatee Memorial Hospital 206 Second St E, Bradenton 34208 ...................................................................941 745-7287 Volunteer Services at Venice Regional Medical Center 540 The Rialto, Venice 34285 ............................................................................941 483-7050 82 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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1. You help seniors stay independent and healthy by taking them to visit friends and to appointments. 2. You help make driving safer for everyone. 3. You provide a positive alternative to a national problem by ensuring that seniors have a transportation choice without burdening family or friends. 4. You get mileage reimbursement for part of the ride and transportation credits for the rest. Save these credits for your future use, transfer them to a loved one or donate them back to ITNSarasota to the Road Scholarship Program(tm) for lowincome riders. 5. You receive a free annual membership for yourself and one for a friend, and the quarterly newsletter. Contribute one afternoon a week or a few hours during the month. We will arrange your driving assignments and routes around your schedule. You can even pick up a rider on your way to work and begin your day with a good deed. All of us have a stake in helping to ensure that older adults and the visually impaired can remain active once they stop driving. Volunteers help older people stay connected to families, friends, and activities that bring meaning to their lives - and to yours.

Who we are-The Independent Transportation Network(r) (ITN) adds dignity to transporting seniors. Older adults who join ITNSarasota become dues-paying members of a non-profit organization committed to their independence and mobility. When they pick up the telephone to schedule a ride, they are not asking a favor. The transition from the driver’s seat to the passenger seat is never easy - for the drivers or for their families. However, it is infinitely easier when there is a viable transportation alternative that keeps the older adult in control. Our mission is to provide excellent customer service with the armthrough-arm, door-through-door standard that sets us apart from taxis. Like using one’s own automobile, the ITNSarasota service is available 24/7 and gives customers the flexibility to schedule their rides in advance or as needed, as well as the option to ride alone or with others, as they please, to destinations of their choice. ITN is a membership-based service for those over 60 years of age that provides affordable fares that are typically lower than a comparable taxi ride and Available 24/7 for any purpose. No money is exchanged in the vehicle, and tips are not accepted. Editor’s Note- This article was provided by ITN Sarasota who can be reached at 1226 N. Tamiami Trail, Suite 300 Sarasota, FL 34236 Phone: (941) 364-7530 or info@ITNSarasota.org.

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Aging In Place Directory

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Wartime Veterans

As a wartime veteran or spouse, you are entitled to certain earned VA benefits to pay towards assisted living, home health care and nursing home care. Over $23,000 of tax free benefits a year

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Discover Communication Freedom with Florida Relay 711 AN ESTIMATED THREE MILLION PEOPLE IN FLORIDA ARE DEAF or hard of hearing – nearly 16 percent of the population. Hearing, speech and visually-impaired individuals are at risk for isolation and missing, or misunderstanding, vital information. If you are concerned about a loved one who cannot hear well on the telephone or may not hear the phone ring at all, there is good news from Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc. (FTRI). A private, non-profit 501(c) 3 organization, FTRI administers the Specialized Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program for Florida residents who are deaf, hard of hearing, deaf/blind and speech impaired. FTRI also educates people about the specialized equipment and Florida Relay Service 711, so they understand exactly how to use it. To be eligible for specialized telephone equipment and ring signaling devices, you must be a Florida resident, at least three years of age, have a landline, and be certified as hard of hearing, deaf, deaf/blind or speech impaired. The equipment is loaned to all qualified permanent Florida residents for as long as it is needed, and there is no charge. Addressing the needs of hearing impaired individuals, Florida Legislature passed the Telecommunications Access System Act (TASA F. S. 427) in 1991. FTRI has contracted with 25 non-profit organizations

statewide to serve as regional distribution centers. There educational presentations are conducted, and the equipment is distributed – at no charge. Since 1991, more than 500,000 clients have been served and more than 1-million specialized telephones or ring signaling devices have been distributed through FTRI. During fiscal year 2013-14, FTRI served 13,671 new qualified clients, ranging from four to 80+ years of age. Loaning individuals this specialized equipment is made possible with funding through a TASA-mandated 11-cent surcharge on landline telephone service for Florida customers. The Florida Relay Service can be accessed by dialing the national relay number, 7-1-1. That reaches a confidential communications assistant service, or relay operator, who connects hearing, visual and speechimpaired telephone users to standard telephone users to facilitate clearer communication. Eligibility can be certified by a deaf service center director, audiologist, hearing healthcare professional, speech pathologist, licensed physician, certified teacher for hearing impaired or visually impaired, or a state or federal agency representative. EDITOR’S NOTE: To learn more about specialized telephone equipment, ring signaling devices and Florida Relay 711, visit the FTRI website: www.ftri.org. Contact FTRI’s Outreach Department: orsecretary@ftri.org or call 888292-1950 ext. 232 or 238.

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FREE INFORMATION REQUEST

Name: _____________________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________ City:____________________State:________________ Zip:__________ Home Phone:__________________Work Phone:___________________ E-mail:_____________________________________________________ o Okay for companies & communities in Seniors Blue Book to call with information.

Area desired: o Manatee o Charlotte o Sarasota I am looking for information for: o Myself o Family Member o Friend o Client I am most interested in information on:_______________________________ o Retirement/Independent Living o Real Estate o Active Adult Communities o Assisted Living o Independent Living w/ Assisted Avail o Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care o Life Care/Continuing Care (CCRC) o Home Companion Services o Home Health o Nursing Centers o Rehabilitation Centers o Vision Care o Adult Day Care o Attorneys/Elder Law o Financial Planning o Hearing Care o Long Term Care Insurance o Home Medical & Pharmacy o Transportation o Geriatric Care Managers Approximate Date Needed: o 1-3 Months o 4-6 Months o 7-12 Months o 1+ years Desired Monthly Rental Rate: o Under $1550 o $1501-$2,000 o $2800 & up Where did you obtain your copy of Seniors Blue Book?___________________ Your Age Group: o Under 50 o 50-59 o 60-69 o 70-79 o 80+ Please write in the locations you would like more information from, then cut out this page and mail it to us! _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________

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Health at Home - Homemaker/Companion

For more information from communities or services in this issue, complete this page and return to Seniors Blue Book • 2415 DeSoto Rd. • Sarasota, FL 34234 Or visit our web site atwww.SeniorsBlueBook.com


Health at Home - Homemaker/Companion Live Well at Home with Home Care Assistance! Balanced Care. Our caregivers receive training in our Balanced Care MethodTM, which is a holistic program that promoted a healthy mind, body and spirit. Cognitive stimulation. Our proprietary Cognitive Therapeutics MethodTM program is designed to keep aging minds sharp and delay cognitive decline.

Changing The Way The World Ages Home Care Assistance 1226 N. Tamiami Trail Suite 301, Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 702-5525 • License No: 233581 www.HomeCareAssistanceManasota.com 90 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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Health at Home - Definitions

PRIVATE PAY HOME HEALTH DEFINITIONS ACCREDITATION: The process of review that healthcare organizations participate in to demonstrate the ability to meet predetermined criteria and standards of accreditation established by a professional accrediting agency. Accreditation represents agencies as credible and reputable organizations dedicated to ongoing and continuous compliance with the highest standard of quality. ACHC collaborates with industry experts to create standards to ensure that quality is maintained throughout all aspects of the organization. COMPANION/HOMEMAKER SERVICES Refers to services provided by a companion to be with your family member for a specified amount of time each day up to and including 24-hour supervision. The companions may provide assistance with routine household activities such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, errands and shopping. Many agencies provide transportation and supervision to physician’s offices, grocery and clothing shopping as well as recreational activities. Companions are able to perform a wide variety of other non medical tasks and activities that are designed to assist the elderly to remain at home as long as possible. By law homemakers and companions cannot provide hands on personal care such as assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, ambulating nor dispense medications for their clients. PRIVATE PAY HOME HEALTH AGENCY: An agency that provides services to patients in private homes, assisted living facilities, and adult family care homes. Some of the services include nursing care; physical, occupational, respiratory, and speech therapy; home health aides; homemaker and companions; and medical equipment and supplies. Along with services in the home, an agency can also provide staffing services in nursing homes and hospitals. Home health agencies are licensed and surveyed by the State of Florida. Their services are paid for by a variety of health insurance and Long Term Care Insurance Policies or on a fee for service basis. NURSE REGISTRY: An company that acts as employment agency between an individual patient and nurses, nursing assistants, home health aides, companions and homemakers for services in the patient’s home. Nurse registries also provide temporary staff for nursing homes, hospitals, and other businesses. Each individual health care worker is an independent contractor and is not a direct employee of the nurse registry. Nurse registries are licensed and surveyed by the State of Florida. Their services are paid for by a variety of health insurance and Long Term Care Insurance Policies or on a fee for service basis. 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, Speechlanguage pathology services, Continued occupational therapy. The home health agency caring for you must be approved by Medicare (Medicare-certified). 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. Medicare pays for your covered home health services for as long as you’re eligible and your doctor certifies you need them. 92 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


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Health at Home - Definitions

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. 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. MED-ALERT SYSTEMS: Personal medical alert products activated by pushing a button in case of emergency. There are several different manufacturers. MEDICATION ASSISTANCE: This means that an agency employee may assist the client with medication reminders and assistance. Only a licensed RN or LPN can administer medications in the home or Assisted Living setting depending on their licensing. SKILLED NURSING: Refers to services performed only by a licensed Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse that is registered with the State Board of Nursing in their respective State. Skilled Nursing includes, but is not limited to patient assessments, performance of prescribed medical treatments, administration of prescribed medications, education for the patient and the caregiver (if available) related to the disease process, treatment, health measures and medication management. Skilled Nurses provide medical care as prescribed by physician. 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 day to day activity such as feeding, dressing, grooming, and performing household tasks. Guides the 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 effectiveness for the client, such as stroke, head injury, laryngectomy, and voice disorders, as well as cognitive deficits. TRANSPORTATION: Refers to assistance both locally and nationwide. It is very individualized by each Agency. Contact individual Agencies for details. BONDED: Being bonded means that a bonding company has secured money that is available to the consumer in the event they file a claim against the company. INSURED: This refers to what happens if someone gets hurt on the job. If the company Isn’t insured, then the claim gets filed against the homeowner’s insurance. If the company is insured, then the claim gets filed against the company’s insurance. WORKMEN’S COMP: Insurance that covers medical costs, rehabilitation costs and lost wages for employees injured at work.


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on outings with them. Allowing them to age with dignity and grace. Winnie says after all we are only in our 70’s and want to continue to enjoy life! Winnie went on to say that her condition has not prohibited them from going out to dinner, shopping, boating or traveling because their caregivers have been put in place for support, safety and personal care and truly have become part of the family.

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Health at Home

• Licensed, bonded, and insured Nursing Agency regulated by Florida’s Agency for Health Care Administration. • Caregivers have verified training as CNA/HHA’s, extensive background checks, drug testing, physicals, and in-service requirements met yearly. • Services ranging from basic homemaking (errands, meal prep, medication reminders, transportation, light house keeping, etc.) to personal hands-on care (bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, etc). • Caregivers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. • Competitive rates with the highest quality service. • Committed to caring for you like family, tailoring our services to your individual needs.

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Health at Home

Local Program Helps Family Caregivers Prepare for Senior Emergencies THAT MIDNIGHT CALL STRIKES TERROR IN THE HEARTS OF SO many local family caregivers. “Mom has suffered a stroke,” or “Dad accidentally overdosed on his medications.” Resources are available for adult children, fearing that call about their senior loved one’s trouble. Home Instead Senior Care(R) network’s research shows that many adult children don’t know enough about their older adults’ medical histories. “We’ve seen the turmoil that such an emergency creates, and we’ve witnessed how much smoother it can go

when families are prepared,” says Mike Levine, owner of Home Instead Senior Care in South Sarasota County. “This resource provides caregivers with the tools they need to manage the unexpected.” The Caring for Your Parents: Senior Emergency KitSM helps family caregivers keep vital information at their fingertips: doctors pharmacy and insurance contacts, medications, allergies and dosage details. Editor’s Note: For more information, go to www.Senior-EmergencyKit.com or call Home Instead Senior Care for a FREE Senior Emergency Kit of your own at 941.375.8400.

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SENIOR HOUSING DEFINITIONS 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 offers 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. ANYTIME DINING: Many CCRC’s and Independent Living communities offer anytime dining which gives you the freedom to enjoy your meals at times that are convenient for you. ASSISTED LIVING: Florida providers must be licensed with a Standard Assisted Living Facility License. Two additional licenses: the Limited Nursing Service (LNS) and the Extended Congregate Care (ECC) allow providers to deliver some skilled nursing services and more personal care. Communities are typically apartment-style with kitchenettes and private baths. Some offer companion accommodations. Amenities vary. Services include meal plans, cable television, local phone, housekeeping, laundry, maintenance and transportation. Also provided is personal assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) b Payor sources usually accepted are private pay, and some insurance.

LNS “LIMITED NURSING SERVICES”: Licensure that allows some nursing services to be administered to patients to maintain agin in place.

ECC “EXTENDED CONGREGATE CARE”: The purpose of such license is to enable residents to age in place in a residential environment despite mental or physical limitations that might otherwise disqualify them from residency in a facility licensed under this part. INDEPENDENT LIVING: Housing designed specifically for the elderly. Typically Studio, 1 BR or 2 BR rental apartments with full kitchens, and private baths. Services include meal plans, transportation, wellness clinics, housekeeping, laundry and maintenance. These communities are NOT licensed to provide personal/nursing care.

LIFECARE: Some CCRC’s offer Lifecare contracts that provide assurance that future health care needs will be met over one’s life-time at predictable and manageable costs. 106 • Please mention the Seniors Blue Book when you call our advertisers.


MANAGED CARE: Any system that manages health care delivery that acts as a gatekeeper for other services, such as specialized medical care, surgery, and physical therapy.

MEMORY CARE These communities are either licensed assisted living facilities that specialize in delivering care to victims of dementia or a unit of a skilled nursing facility. The same licensure rules apply. Communities are typically bedroom-style rental units with common areas for dining and activities. Many are locked for residents’ safety. Staff is usually specially trained for the special needs of this population. Amenities vary. Services include meal plans, cable television, local phone calls, housekeeping, laundry maintenance and transportation. Personal assistance with ADLs available. Rates also vary from all-inclusive to base rates with levels of care/point system for care.

MEDICAID WAIVER Waivers are state specific Medicaid programs that allow for services to be provided outside of nursing homes. A very important distinction between nursing home Medicaid and waivers is that nursing home Medicaid is considered an entitlement while waivers are not. Entitlement, in this situation means that if one meets the eligibility requirements, then they are entitled to receive benefits. With waivers, one might meet the eligibility requirements however the waivers may only be available to a certain number of individuals and therefore the person may be put on a waiting list to receive benefits. They are not immediately entitled to those benefits.

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

SKILLED NNURSING FACILITY (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. STATEWIDE MEDICAID MANAGED CARE (SMMC): Long-term Care Program. There are two different programs that make up the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care: The Long-term Care (LTC) and Managed Care Program (MMA).Medicaid recipients who qualify and become enrolled in the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care. = Web Link on www.SeniorsBlueBook.com • January - June 2015 • 107

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LONG TERM CARE DIVERSION PROGRAM: Designed to provide community-based services to people who would qualify for Medicaid nursing home placement. This includes Long-term care services and Medicaid-covered medical services.


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The Science & Care Behind the Struggles AT AUTUMN OF SARASOTA, exceptional care is everywhere. The environment is safe, secure and specially designed by dementia experts to provide every conceivable need for a person suffering memory impairment. But beyond its carefully planned interior, ultra-luxurious amenities, healthy Mediterranean diet options and exciting calendar of social activities, the state-of-the-art campus offers residents access to specialized care that’s not found in any other memory care community. Autumn of Sarasota has an on-staff neurologist, Daniel P. Stein, MD. Specialized Care at Autumn of Sarasota A neurologist is a physician who investigates, diagnoses, treats and manages disorders, diseases and injuries that affect the nervous system. Patients with disorders such as Alzheimer’s, Lewy Body or dementia may use a neurologist as their primary care physician. An exam with a neurologist can help identify and treat conditions faced by a person suffering from dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. “Alzheimer’s and dementia affect people in vastly different ways. As with any other disease, early detection and maintaining proper treatment are important in slowing the progression,” says Dr. Stein. “As an on-staff physician at Autumn of Sarasota, I observe residents daily to effectively provide the neurological care they need for the high quality of life they deserve.” About Daniel P. Stein, MD With extensive clinical experience in Sarasota, Dr. Daniel P. Stein has established productive and privileged relationships with the best hospitals, physicians and support services in our area. Dr. Stein earned a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience with distinction in research from the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York. He then worked as a laboratory technician studying immunology at the Center for Brain Research at Strong Memorial Hospital, also in Rochester. Dr. Stein received his Doctor of Medicine degree from Albany Medical College, completed his internship in internal medicine at the Mt. Sinai Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio, and Neurology residency at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Stein is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and has practiced in Sarasota since 1993. Helping Residents at Autumn of Sarasota As the on-staff neurologist, Dr. Stein serves as a trusted advisor to residents’ primary physicians. He carefully reviews medical histories and current prescriptions. This ensures effective ongoing treatment and eliminates any medication redundancies. “Having a loved one with dementia brings many questions and concerns,” says Jim Soper, CEO of Autumn Senior Living. “Dr. Stein’s expertise ultimately provides peace of mind for our residents and their families.” For more information on Autumn of Sarasota, you can visit AutumnALF.com or call 941.444.9398 to schedule a private tour. = Web Link on www.SeniorsBlueBook.com • January - June 2015 • 129

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“I believe that anyone that goes through a total knee replacement has pain. The therapist did a marvelous job of keeping my pain to a minimum throughout the whole process. The nursing staff managed my pain incredibly well. The entire unit is run like a well-oiled machine.”

AL WASHINGTON “When I had to make the decision to have hip surgery, the first thoughts that came to my mind were what will happen after? Where will I recover? From a list of rehabilitation organizations, Hawthorne Village came to my attention. From the moment I set foot in Hawthorne Village, I felt at home and comfortable. I met everyone from the administrative and rehab staff to the kitchen and maintenance staff. Everyone was warm and friendly. The entire experience was extremely well organized from start to finish. I could not recommend it more highly to anyone.”

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ADVERTISER INDEX 7th Generation AC & Heating . . . . . .14 A Banyan Residence . . . . . . . . . .130-131 A Better Solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 A Bridge For Independence . . . . . . . .91 A Life at Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Advanced CranialSacral Therapy . .16-17 Alderman Oaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137 All Ears Hearing Services . . . . . . .44-45 All Stat Home Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Angel for Elders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Almost Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Amerilife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Arden Courts of Sarasota . . . . . . . . .134 Area Agency on Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Aston Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112-113 Autumn of Sarasota . . . . . . . . . .128-129 Bay Breeze Health & Rehab . . . . . . .139 Bayada Home Heath . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 Bayfront Health Port Charlotte . . . . .51 Bayfront Health Punta Gorda . . . . . .51 Benderson Family Skilled Nursing and Rehab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149 Bodden Law Firm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Brightstar of North Sarasota . . . . .98-99 Care Patrol . . . . . . . . .84, 119 & 120 Ins Carefree Living at Home . . . . . . . . . . .85 Clutter Be Gone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Coastal Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Consulate HC of Port Charlotte . . .139 Cornerstone LifeCare . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Desoto Beach Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Downsizeology . . . . . . .84,120 Ins &123 Englewood Health and Rehab . . . . .139 Easy Transition Advisors . . . . . . . . . . .84 F.A.C.T. Surgery South . . . . . . . . . . .IBC First Light Home Health . . . . . . . . . . .85 Fishermans Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Friendship Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Garland and Padelford Attorneys at Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Granny Nannies . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87,101 Gulf Coast Medical Group . . . . . . . . .77 Harbor Cover Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Hawthorne Village of Sarasota .146-147 Helping Hands Homecare . . . . . . . . .91 Home Care Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 Home Sharing Sarasota . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Home Instead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 Hope PACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes . . . . . . . . . . .132-133 Inspired Living at Sarasota . . . .132-133 Jacaranda Trace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 JFCS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Katiez Dawg Daze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Kays Ponger & Uselton . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Kobernick Anchin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IFC Lexington Manor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BC Life Planning Law Firm . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Lifeline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27,85 Lifestyles after 50 Funfest . . . . . . . . . .13 Lutheran Family Services . . . . . . . . . .69 Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Mobile Tax Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Motuary Services of Florida . . . . . . . .34 National Cremation Society . . . . . . . .35 Navamaze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 PA Consulting Services . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Presto Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15,85 Regional Cardiac & Vascular Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Right At Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,87 Sarasota/Manatee Geriatrics . . . . . . . .53 Senior Helpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Senior Medicaid Solutions . . . . . . . . .57 Smith Care Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 Southwest Florida Heart Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152 Surrey Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145 The Wright Real Estate Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 TLC Senior Move Experts . . . . . . . . . .61 Venetian Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21,151 Venetian Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Venice Regional Bayfront Health . . . . .49 Veteran Support Center . . . . . . . . . . .84 Villa Grande at Sarasota . . . . . . . . . .114 Vital Life Senior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Walgreens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Westminster Communities . . . .121,127 Windsor’s Oaks of Bradenton . . . . .138 Windsor of Venice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137 Windsor of Lakewood Ranch . . . . . .135 Windsor Refections . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

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