SNAP Benefit Update
SNAP Update from DCF: https://snap.myflfamilies.com/ The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) administered through the Florida Department of Children and Families is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), a federal agency whose funding was affected by the federal government shutdown. On November 13, 2025, the USDA Food and Nutrition Service provided guidance to states […]
Senior Spotlight: Supporting Veterans with SHINE
Most people slow down after retirement, but not Nick Ross. Upon retiring from the U.S. Navy,, he decided he wasn’t done serving yet. He found his next mission at the Malcom Randall Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Gainesville, where he discovered something that would shape his path forward: watching fellow veterans and their families navigate […]
Talking to Loved Ones about Financial Wellness
As caregivers, your role includes protecting your loved one’s emotional, physical, and financial health. Financial trouble can be hard to spot, but early action is key. Greg Smith, CFP®, Financial Advisor and Trish Gleason, CRPS®, Financial Advisor at Raymond James identified five warning signs to watch for: Sign 1: Unusual Spending Habits Look for impulse […]
AARP Recognizes Alachua County, Elder Options and more
Elder Options Celebrates AARP Recognition of Alachua County joining Age-Friendly States and Communities We’re excited to share that AARP recently presented a recognition plaque to Alachua County and the Age-Friendly Alachua group. Jill Auld, Associate State Director of AARP Florida, and Claudia Tuck, Community Support Services Director, joined an Alachua County Board of Commissioners meeting […]
New Program Announcement: GUIDE for Caregivers
We’re excited to share that Elder Options is now a proud participant in Medicare’s new GUIDE program, Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience. This innovative model offers free support to people living with dementia and their caregivers, including 24/7 access to a support hotline, care coordination, caregiver education, and short-term respite care. We are currently providing […]
Senior Spotlight: Union County Seniors on the Move
Doris Thomas & Alicia Maxwell – Moving with Purpose, Serving with Love Alicia Maxwell and Doris Thomas have been connected through the Lake Butler community for years. Alicia even went to school with Doris’s younger siblings. Both women share a commitment to their community, their church, and volunteer work. In July 2024, they launched Union […]
Senior Spotlight: Callie Bryant
Spotlight on Callie Bryant: A Heart That Gives At 83 years old, Gainesville native Callie Bryant radiates a love for life and people that’s as vibrant as her garden. One of 14 siblings, Callie grew up on a farm surrounded by goats, chickens, and a close-knit family. Callie welcomed me into her home with warmth, […]
Elder Options Recognized for work with UF Health Care One Clinic
Elder Options to be recognized for work with UF Health Care One Clinic during 2025 Patient Safety and Quality Week poster session For several years, Elder Options has partnered with UF Health to address hospital readmission rates of patients with chronic health problems and unmet Health-Related Social Needs, such as housing insecurity, food insecurity, and […]
What is Home Health Care?
Home health care allows individuals to heal and regain strength in a familiar setting while maintaining direct communication with their doctors. The name “home health” refers to a wide range of personalized services for each individual. Skilled home health agencies can provide nursing care; physical, speech, occupational, respiratory and IV therapy; home health aide and […]
Aging Matters: Programs, technology help seniors navigate loss of keys
Ronnie Lovler In this car-centric society, what do you do when you can no longer drive?It’s important to think about, and most people don’t, according to Beth Gibson, a certified driver rehabilitation specialist at UF’s SmartDriver Rehab. More often, Americans are focused on issues such as planning for retirement, making changes at home to age […]