Section III - County Commission Services

Elderly Programs
(See Also Veteran’s Services)

Elderly and Veterans Services Division Administration
954-537-2396
www.broward.org/eldervets
2995 N. Dixie Hwy.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334

The mission of the Elderly and Veterans Services Division is to empower elders, veterans and their families to improve their quality of life through supports that promote self-sufficiency and aging in place. This is achieved through the implementation of a community service support system guided by the principles of empowerment, individualization, non-discrimination, personal choice, and enhancement of natural supports. The Division strives to prevent or delay the institutionalization of disabled elders by providing community-based programmed services, which respect an individual's right to make decisions that affect their lives, and allow elders to continue to reside in the community and engage in meaningful activities. In addition, the Division operates a Volunteer Program.

Behavioral Health Section
954-537-2936
The Behavioral Health Section provides case management and support services to residents age 60 and older who have a psychiatric disability and/or substance abuse disorder, and who meet the state’s priority population criteria for services.

Community Care for the Elderly Section
954-537-2936
The Community Care for the Elderly Section provides case management and in-home supportive services to residents age 60 and older who are low-income, physically impaired or at risk of institutionalization.

Volunteer Program
954-537-2936
The Volunteer Program recruits and trains County residents who wish to volunteer their time and provide companionship to elders.

Updated April, 2007

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