More Seniors Working Past Retirement Age
As a part of the ongoing Aging Matters series from MainStreetDailyNews Ronnie Lovler What was once considered the “golden years” of retirement are now an extension of the working years for many U.S. adults in their 70s and older. People are living longer and, in many cases, working longer, some for personal fulfillment, others to […]
2025-2026 CCE RFP
Elder Options, a designated Area Agency on Aging, announces a Requests for Proposals from qualified agencies interested in providing case management and coordination of home and community-based services to older persons residing in Putnam County. The winning bidder will be designated as the Community Care for the Elderly (CCE) Lead Agency, receiving the CCE and […]
2025 OAA RFI RFP
Elder Options, a designated Area Agency on Aging, is seeking Letters of Interest and Statements of Qualification from qualified agencies interested in providing an array of supportive, nutrition, and caregiver services under the Older Americans Act (OAA) to older persons residing in Putnam County. Elder Options 2025 OAA RFI
International Fraud Awareness Week
International Fraud Awareness Week, or Fraud Week, was established by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) in 2000 as a dedicated time to raise awareness about fraud. The week-long campaign encourages business leaders and employees to proactively take steps to minimize the impact of fraud by promoting anti-fraud awareness and education. Fraud is committed […]
Navigating Medicare Open Enrollment
As a part of the ongoing Aging Matters series from MainStreetDailyNews By Ronnie Lovler If you’re over 65 or close to turning 65, you have likely been inundated with mail from insurance companies trying to get you to sign up for their Medicare offerings as open enrollment kicks off on October 15. It’s confusing. Some […]
Remembering Charles Miller
Charles Edward Miller, 83, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 4, 2024, in Lake City, Florida. Mr. Miller made Lake City his home for the past fifty years and spent many of those years helping the most vulnerable in our community. As Board President of Elder Options, he led our organization through significant transitions and […]
Recovery scams will follow Hurricane Helene. Here’s how to spot them
By Jim Kreidler, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC Nobody knows how long it’ll take to recover from the devastating flooding and destruction of Hurricane Helene. But we do know it won’t be long before scammers try to cash in on the storm. As you’re working to get back on your feet, learn how scammers operate — […]
Clean Energy Scams
Consumer Alert – Federal Trade Commission – Consumer Advice How to avoid getting burned by solar or clean energy scams By: Larissa Bungo, Senior Attorney, August 7, 2024 When temperatures rise, utility costs do, too. While reputable companies can help you save money with clean or solar energy improvements, scammers offer more than they can […]
Combatting Contractor Fraud
Scams, Schemes & Frauds Impacting Older Adults and How to Avoid Being a Victim: Contractor Fraud To help keep Florida’s seniors safe, we put together some tips on how to combat scammers who might target seniors for their fraudulent practices, schemes, and other scams when it comes to home improvement or repairs. This information is […]
Elder Affairs Celebrates Record Funding and Enhanced Support for Florida’s Aging Network in 2022
Elder Affairs Celebrates Record Funding and Enhanced Support for Florida’s Aging Network in 2022 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Department of Elder Affairs Secretary Michelle Branham is excited to highlight the Department’s achievements under her first year of leadership, promoting Governor and First Lady DeSantis’ bold vision and commitment to strengthening Florida’s aging network. The Governor and First […]
