Eligibility Requirements
Services are available to individuals aged 60 and older who reside within the designated service areas listed below. Eligibility is based on assessed need and the availability of resources.
Southern Service Area (El Portal / Miami / Biscayne Park / Miami Shores)
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87 to 110 Street; Bay to NW 7 Avenue
Central Service Area (North Miami)
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110 to 150 Street; Bay to NW 17 Avenue
(Including Golden Pond / Twin Lakes Housing)
Northern Service Area (North Miami Beach / Skylake / Aventura)
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NW 167 Street - County Line Road; between I-95 and the Turnpike
(Meals Only: I-95 to Intracoastal Waterway from 150 Street to NE Miami Gardens Drive)
(Including the Skylake and Aventura Areas)
Services
The North Miami Foundation for Senior Citizens' Services provides various services designed to help senior citizens remain active and independent in their homes.
Transportation
The ability to complete tasks independently keeps older adults in the community mainstream. We transport to grocery stores and other destinations in our service area. The driver and designated escorts provide a supportive arm and assistance with packages.
Caregiver Support
Our program for over-burdened caregivers includes counseling, and consumable medical supplies as available. This assistance enables caregivers to attend to their own needs, helps to reduce feelings of stress and may enable them to continue in their role for a longer period of time.
Meal Delivery
Proper nutrition is essential for the well being of older adults. Home delivered meals are designed to meet 1/3 of the daily requirement. A licensed dietician prepares the 4-week menu cycle. Our lunchtime meal includes: meat entree, two vegetables, bread, butter, dessert and milk. No salt is added in food preparation.
Counseling
Crisis intervention, bereavement, and family relationships are areas addressed through short-term counseling. On occasion, older persons may need a little assistance dealing with stress, anxiety or depression. More extensive problems are referred to a community based mental health agency.
Screening & Assessment
After we receive a telephone call requesting service, our social work staff will schedule a home visit to discuss service options with potential clients.
Follow-up visits are made as needed.
Telephone Reassurance & Friendly Visits
A volunteer’s friendly visit by phone provides reassurance that being alone need not translate into loneliness. Current events, sharing a recipe, or just quiet conversation will say someone cares. Friendly visits: A home visit from a volunteer for reading, letter writing or general conversation is a welcome change from the daily routine.
Additional Resources
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Social Security
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Jewish Community Services Helpline
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Freebee
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Uber has introduced a new service in Florida that allows you to book a ride without using the app. Simply call
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833-USE-UBER (or 873-8237) to connect with a live representative. They will confirm your trip request and provide a price quote. You will receive follow-up information via text message, including the driver's name and estimated time of arrival.