Senior Services
Florida is home to almost 5.2 million senior citizens and currently ranks highest in the nation for citizens who are 65 years of age and older. We aim to assist library staff in serving this valuable patron population.
On-demand webinars
Our on-demand webinars cover topics intended to support and inspire Florida library staff working with senior populations, including:
- Our ongoing genealogy series, with expert guest lecturers from the State Library.
- Patrons Living With Dementia
- Florida Braille and Talking Books Library
- Sharing Memories: Using Reminiscence Activities With Senior Groups
Elder Affairs
All of Florida’s older residents are eligible for services through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs. Elder Affairs promotes the well-being, safety and independence of Florida’s seniors and caregivers.
Resources for library staff include:
- Older Floridians Handbook, 6th Edition (2016), Florida Justice Institute. Easy reference source and guide for older citizens of Florida.
- Elder Affairs Consumer Resource Guide, 9th Edition (PDF), DoEA. Helps access services that benefit older Americans.
- Florida Elder Helpline: 800.96ELDER. Toll-free service for Florida’s diverse population of seniors and caregivers.
Area Agencies on Aging
Florida’s Area Agencies on Aging
We know that Florida is a large state, both in size and population. The network of Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ARDCs) function as a coordinated system of information and access to care resources. Eleven networked offices are available to answer both statewide and local questions about what’s available in your area.
AARP Florida
With more than 2.5 million members and 3,000 volunteers in the State of Florida, chances are that most library staff have already seen the American Association of Retired Persons in their library, usually around tax season. They also offer year-round events, support and vital information and can be a great resource in a library’s community.
