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Elder Helpline + Area Agencies on Aging (Florida)
Start here for aging services referrals, caregiver resources, and local contacts.
Florida
Florida resources for caregivers
These are Florida entry points for caregiver support & respite, long-term services and supports, job-related leave options, safety reporting, and benefits portals. (Official sources when possible.)
Status: Draft — please verify links before publishing.
Last reviewed: Feb 8, 2026
Caregiver supportSupport
Caregiver services (Florida)
Caregiver support, education, and services through Florida’s aging network.
RespiteBreaks
Respite options
Respite availability varies locally. Start with Florida caregiver services and use the national locator.
Medicaid LTSSManaged care
Medicaid LTSS: SMMC Long-Term Care (Florida)
Florida’s Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care program (criteria apply).
Self-directedGetting paid
Participant Direction Option (Florida)
Information on participant direction within the LTC program (criteria apply).
Work & leaveJob support
Job-protected leave (FMLA)
Federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) overview and guidance.
Benefits portalApply
MyACCESS Florida: apply for benefits
Apply/manage benefits (Medicaid, SNAP, cash assistance, etc.).
SafetyAPS
Report abuse / exploitation (Florida Abuse Hotline)
Report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
Long-term careOmbudsman
Long-Term Care Ombudsman (Florida)
Advocacy and complaint assistance for residents of long-term care facilities.