Adult and Elder Care

The wellness and mental health resources listed below are provided solely as suggestions to support the well-being of University of Florida employees. The UF Employee Assistance Program and its therapists do not endorse any organization mentioned outside of the University of Florida. Please use this information at your discretion. If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, call 911, visit the nearest emergency room, or call/text 988 to connect with the closest crisis center. Click here for an expanded list of crisis services.

Al’z Place 

Al’z Place provides adult day care for people 28+ with Alzheimer’s disease or severe memory impairment. The adult program is available five days per week, eight hours per day.

Alzheimer’s Association 

The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

Caregiver Support Workshop 

Explore resources and on-demand webinars to assist faculty and staff who fulfill the role of a caregiver.

Elder Options 

The mission of Elder Options is to ensure that communities have a trusted and unbiased place to turn for information, resources and assistance.

ElderCare of Alachua County

The mission of ElderCare of Alachua County is to be an advocate for the elderly and provide services that will build capacity, maximize independence and enrich the quality of life for the seniors in Alachua County.

Findhelp

The mission of Findhelp is to connect all people and the programs that serve them, with dignity and ease. Find free or reduced-cost resources like food, housing, financial assistance, health care, and more.

Florida SHINE Program 

The Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders, or SHINE Program provides health insurance information and free, unbiased, and confidential counseling assistance to Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers.

Legal Documents for Caregivers

Learn about the legal documents you should have in place as a caregiver from UFSelect Preferred Legal attorneys Elizabeth Kominsky and Brian Samuels.  

Resilience and Emotional Well-being Toolkit

This toolkit provides resources to support individuals in navigating some of life’s most common challenges.

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