Senior Resources

A starting point for finding trustworthy help. These are official or established organizations — government agencies, legal aid providers, and national nonprofits — not advertisements. Availability and eligibility vary by location and program.

Legal Resources

Free and low-cost legal help, lawyer referral services, and legal information for older adults.

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Long-Term Care

Ombudsman programs, nursing home information, and help understanding care options and resident rights.

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Elder Abuse

How to recognize abuse and neglect, and where to report concerns — including Adult Protective Services.

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Benefits

Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, and programs that help with costs of daily living.

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Housing

Tenant rights, homeownership issues, and housing assistance relevant to older adults.

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Financial Safety

Protecting against scams, fraud, and financial exploitation — and where to report them.

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Healthcare Resources

Medicare counseling, Medicaid information, and help understanding health coverage.

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Caregiving

Support for family members and caregivers, including respite and community services.

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Resource Directory

Filter verified resources by state, city, topic, or type. Listings marked "Federal" serve people nationwide; state listings apply to that state.

U.S. Social Security Administration

Social Security Administration

Official source for Social Security retirement, survivors, and disability (SSDI/SSI) benefits — apply, check status, and find local offices.

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Benefits Federal 1-800-772-1213

U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Medicare.gov

Official Medicare information: coverage, costs, plan comparisons, and appeals.

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Healthcare Federal 1-800-633-4227

U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Medicaid.gov

Official federal Medicaid information. State programs set their own eligibility rules — check your state's Medicaid agency for details.

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Healthcare Federal

U.S. Administration for Community Living

Eldercare Locator

National directory connecting older adults and caregivers with local aging services — Area Agencies on Aging, transportation, meals, and more.

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Government Federal 1-800-677-1116

USC Center for Elder Justice

National Center on Elder Abuse

Research, statistics, and state reporting resources on elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

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Elder Abuse Federal

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Office for Older Americans

Federal resources on financial exploitation of older adults — guides for caregivers, powers of attorney, and reporting fraud.

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Consumer Protection Federal

National Council on Aging

National Council on Aging

Benefits counseling tools (BenefitsCheckUp), falls prevention, and economic security resources for older adults.

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Benefits Federal

U.S. General Services Administration

USA.gov Benefit Finder

Official tool to find government benefits by life event or category — including retirement and seniors. Answer questions to get a customized list of benefits you may be eligible for.

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Government Federal

Alliance for Aging, Inc.

Alliance for Aging — Elder Helpline

Area Agency on Aging for Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. Elder Helpline connects older adults and caregivers with local services including meals, transportation, caregiver support, and legal assistance referrals.

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Senior Services Miami, FL 305-670-4357

Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc.

Legal Services of Greater Miami

Free civil legal services for income-eligible residents of Miami-Dade and Monroe counties, including help for older adults with housing, benefits, and consumer issues. Eligibility is income-based.

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Legal Aid Miami, FL (305) 576-0080

State of Florida

Florida Department of Elder Affairs

State aging agency. Operates the Elder Helpline (1-800-963-5337) for referrals to local services, including the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program and SHINE Medicare counseling.

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Government Florida 1-800-963-5337

Florida Department of Elder Affairs

Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

Advocates for residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and adult family care homes. Investigates complaints; services are free and confidential.

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Ombudsman Florida

Florida Department of Children and Families

Florida Adult Protective Services

Investigates reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults. Reports go through the Florida Abuse Hotline.

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Adult Protective Services Florida

The Florida Bar

The Florida Bar — Lawyer Referral Service

Referrals to Florida-licensed attorneys by practice area and location. A starting point for finding an attorney you can verify independently.

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Legal Aid Florida

Florida Department of Elder Affairs

Florida SHINE Program

Free, unbiased, confidential Medicare and health-insurance counseling from trained volunteers, offered with local Area Agencies on Aging.

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Senior Services Florida

State of Florida

Florida Senior Legal Helpline

Statewide helpline offering legal information and referrals for Florida seniors.

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Legal Aid Florida 1-888-895-7873

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