Broward County Elderly Services has been providing County sponsored and grant funded programs to residents since 1977. The goal of this section of the Elderly and Veteran's Division of the Human Services Department is to assist physically and psychiatrically impaired elderly residents to maintain their independence and improve their quality of life.
Human Services Building
2995 N. Dixie Highway
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334-2640
Tel: 954-357-6622 Fax: 954-357-8815
TTY: 954-357-5841
Community Care for the Elderly
Provides a service continuum to functionally impaired, low income adults 60 years of age and older who are at risk of premature nursing home placement.
Services include:
Case Management
Homemaking
Personal Care
Respite Care
Health Support
Emergency Alert Response
Adult Day Care
Monthly Caregiver Stipend
Assisted Living Waiver
Reimbursement for Consumables and Medical Supplies
Consumer Directed Care
Sliding scale co-payment determined by income
Behavioral Health:
Provides assistance to adults over the age of 60, who have psychiatric disabilities and/or substance abuse disorders.
Services include:
Case Management
Outreach and Prevention Services
Brief Screening and Intervention
Substance Abuse Outpatient Treatment
Crisis Support Team
Call 954-357-6622
Recruits volunteers, resources and a variety of services for elders throughout
Broward County:
Friendly Visitors/Senior Companions
Student and Faith based organization activities
Home Repair Volunteers
Donated health care equipment
Serves as the "Welcoming Open Door" for accessing all Division services
Receives all customers to simplify appropriate linkages
Facilitates prompt screening to identify and prioritize customer needs
Coordinates individualized and appropriate services
Follows up to ensure timely and integrated quality response by Division and
external agencies
For Intake Call Customer Relations at 954-357-6622