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Miami-Dade County Services Available for Elder Residents
Independent Living Supports
The Disability Services and Independent Living (DSAIL) program aids Miami-Dade residents with disabilities ages 18 to 59. The program aims to assist persons with disabilities in maintaining and/or acquiring independence and autonomy at a personal level. The assistance and support provided can enhance adaptive living skills and help individuals remain at home and in the community. Learn More...
Transportation (Including Golden Passport)
Senior citizens and Social Security beneficiaries can ride Transit free with a Golden Passport EASY Card. Miami Beach residents can submit their application in person at the Miami Beach Customer Service Center.
Emergency & Evacuation Assistance Program (EEAP)
The Emergency & Evacuation Assistance Program (EEAP) provides free evacuation assistance to eligible residents living in Miami-Dade County who need specialized transportation and/or sheltering or who would like to receive a wellness call after a disaster.
State of Florida Services Available for Elder Residents
SHINE Program
The Alliance for Aging’s SHINE Program (Serving Health Insurance Needs for the Elderly), a free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Local Area Agency on Aging. Specially trained volunteers can assist elders with their Medicare, Medicaid, and health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information.
SHINE Services are free, unbiased, and confidential.
For more information about SHINE, visit their website:
Congregate Meal Sites
Please note that these meal sites are not managed by the City of Miami Beach.
Jewish Community Services of South Florida
JCS Café at Española Way
610 Española Way, Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 673-6060
Little Havana Activities and Nutrition Centers of Dade County, Inc. ("LHANC")
Little Havana Activities and Nutrition Center Council Towers South
533 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.532.8576
305.858.0887
Little Havana Activities and Nutrition Center Rebecca Towers
200 Alton Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.672.3736
305.858.0887
UNIDAD of Miami Beach
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