Assistance Programs

Assistance Programs helping to keep up the quality of life.

Janice Ancrum Senior Life Center
1901 Island Walk Way
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
904-261-0701

Assistance Through Government-Subsidized Programs

NCCOA is the lead agency for the Florida Department of Elder Affairs’ state and federally funded grant programs. Potential clients are screened and prioritized according to their needs.

CHORE (Small home repair program)

Volunteers help with small home repairs and other assistance (such as ramps and grab bars), providing the safety and security to help seniors remain in their home.

Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program (EHEAP)

Assists seniors 60 years of age and over in paying their past due electric bill once during the heating or cooling seasons. Eligibility includes: Senior living in the household in Nassau County; a past due electric bill; and income determination.

Free Legal Assistance (for Nassau County residents)

Jacksonville Legal Aid is available at no cost by appointment to assist with topics such as health care proxy, power of attorney, family law, consumer and housing issues, as well as other matters. Appointments are available on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Friendly Visitors

They spend time with homebound seniors, keeping them in touch with their community.
Contact Frances Bartelt, fbartelt@nassaucountycoa.org, or 904-261-0701 for additional information.

Home Health Services

Provides non-medical in-home services to homebound seniors that help them live independently in their home or the home of a loved one. Assists with homemaking and personal care.

Meals on Wheels and Meals on Wheels for Pets

Available for homebound seniors.
Contact Donna Granieri, Programs & Service Director, dgranieri@nassaucountycoa.org, Frances Nobles, Nutrition Manager, fnobles@nassaucountycoa.org or contact us at 904-261-0701 for more information.

SHINE (Serving Health Information Needs of Elders) Program

Provides free, one-on-one healthcare information to Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers. Appointments are available on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Nassau County Council on Aging (NCCOA) does not endorse nor recommend specific agencies or providers. These resources are provided for informational purposes only.
September 2019

Assistance Programs