Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida

Non-profit OrganizationsFlorida, United States11-50 Employees

The Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida (AAASWFL) is a nonprofit organization designated as the Aging and Disability Resource Center for Southwest Florida, serving Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hendry, Lee, and Sarasota Counties. Based in Fort Myers, Florida, the agency connects older adults and adults with disabilities to a broad range of resources and supports that enable safe, independent, and dignified living. Its services are delivered through a toll-free helpline and direct programs that cover areas such as case management, housing and transportation assistance, caregiver support, meal programs, health care navigation, legal aid, personal and home care, and volunteer opportunities, with a focus on practical support and access to community services. The organization also administers the SHINE program to assist Medicare recipients with benefits and enrollment, and offers health and wellness workshops as well as elder abuse prevention education. In addition to its core program work, AAASWFL engages in partnerships and community initiatives, including events and collaborative efforts with other local organizations, to expand access to services for older adults and people with disabilities in the region.

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