Senior Citizen Centers

Senior citizens in Broward County Florida have a lot to do. It used to be called a party town, however, it is now the retirement capitol. There are so many retired seniors here that there has to be something to do. I know that I couldn't possibly have every place down, but it's a great place to start. Here is an appealing list for seniors to check out and go have fun in a safe environment.

Austin Hepburn Senior Mini Center
750 NW 8th Ave Hallandale Beach, FL. 33009
Telephone Number: (954) 457-1460
Fax: (954) 457-1305
Email: Human_Services_Office@hallandalebeachfl.gov
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

This mini center provides education, transportation, health screenings, recreational activities, field trips, and other services that is deemed appropriate for seniors. They even offer a continental breakfast and lunch to it's participants.

Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Center
2030 Polk Street Hollywood, FL 33020
Telephone Number: (954) 921-3408
Fax: (954) 921-3603
Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm

Fees are assessed in individual programs.

This center provides field trips, social and other activities. A congregate meal is served at 2pm.

Miramar Satellite Senior Center
7667 Venetian Street Miramar, FL 33023
Telephone Number: (954) 967-1605
Fax: (954) 967-1608
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm

Limited bus service is available to senior residents age 60 and older. Medical bus service is also available Monday through Friday. Scheduled bus service must be requested at least one day in advance. Grocery shopping is provided weekly and all buses are wheel chair accessible. This center provides services that include a variety of educational, wellness, and social activities among others. A congregate meal is served at 11:45am.

Southeast Focal Point Senior Center
3081 Taft Street Hollywood, FL 33021
Telephone Number: (954) 966-9805
TDD: (954) 966-9805
Fax: (954) 966-9809
Hours: Monday - Friday and some Sundays 8:30am - 5pm.

Transportation is provided to seniors, sixty and older, who are residents of Hallandale, Hollywood, Pembroke Park, and Dania. Limited shopping transportation is offered to Publix at the Hollywood Mall on Thursdays, from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Clients are able to shop for one hour, before the return trip home. Door to door service is also available.

This center provides services such as social, educational, and recreational activities, and counseling, support, and senior daycare.

The center serves as a Kosher dining site, and Alzheimer Respite Care is provided for Broward residents, south of Sunrise Boulevard. The project also oversees the Broward Senior Intervention and Education (pre-trial court intervention) Program.

Southwest Focal Point Senior Center
301 NW 103rd Avenue Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
Telephone Number: (954) 450-6888
TDD: (954) 450-6888
Fax: (954) 450-6899
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Transportation is provided to residents, aged sixty and older, to and from the senior center and for medical and dental appointments. Limited grocery shopping is available, as well. Door-to-door service is offered. Medical and dental appointments may be scheduled from 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Services are provided on a first come, first served basis.

This center provides a variety of social, educational, and recreational activities in addition to senior day care, RELIEF, and support services. Other services are provided as well. A congregate meal is served at 11:30am.

Sylvia L. Poitier & Theodora S. Williams Senior Center
2185 NW 19th Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Telephone Number: (954) 714-3500
Fax: (954) 714-3505
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

Transportation is limited to members of the center going to and from the center, doctor appointments, special trips and events, Wal-Mart, The Dollar Store, and other activities with the center.

This center also provides arts and crafts, adult day care, educational and recreational activities, noon time nutrition program and other activities.

Northeast Focal Point Senior Center
227 NW 2nd Street Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Telephone Number: (954) 480-4449
TDD: (954) 480-4449
Fax: (954) 480-4493
Email: nefocalpoint@deerfield-beach.com

Transportation is offered to ambulatory center members. Service is provided to Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Hillsboro Beach, Lighthouse Point, and Sea Ranch Lakes. Limited medical and shopping transportation is available, with two days notice, Monday through Thursday.

This center provides such services as recreational, social, and educational activities; programs such as counseling, wellness, and intergenerational. The center also provides a library, computers and other activities, and services that are needed.

Northwest Focal Point Senior Center
6009 NW 10th Street Margate, FL 33063
Telephone Number: (954) 973-0300
TDD: (954) 972-8707
Fax: (954) 969-0242
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm and some Saturdays 9am - 1pm.

Limited shopping transportation is offered to center members in the Margate area to Winn-Dixie, and Publix starting at 10 am. Morning medical transportation is available with a two day notice, and limited to a four mile radius as schedule permits. Appointments must be made between 9am - 11am.

This center offers recreational, and educational activities, and services such as counseling, information, and referrals. Congregate meals are served weekdays only.

Respite for Elders Living in Everyday Families (RELIEF)
5300 Hiatus Road Sunrise, FL 33351
Telephone Number: 954.745.9779
TDD: 954.745.9779
Fax: 954.745.9566
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm

This is an information and referral service.

FP&L has several programs to assist the elderly financially.

LIHEAP - Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

EHEAEP - Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program

FEMA - EFSP - Federal Emergency Management Agency - Emergency Food and Shelter Program (individual assistance)

FPL Care To Share - FPL's sponsored emergency assistance fund.

FPL 62plus Payment Plan - matches your bill due date to the arrival of your monthly benefit check. The program is available to all customers, regardless of age, who rely on fixed income payments.

SHINE - Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders To schedule a personal consultation with a Broward County SHINE counselor, contact ADRC Broward Information & referral at 954.745.9779.

Free unbiased counseling on Medicare, Medigap, HMO, Medicaid, Prescription Drug Plans, and Long-Term Care Insurance is available at several Broward County Locations. All counseling is first-come, first-serve. Bring with you a list of all of your medications including the dosages of prescription bottles, insurance card, and your red, white & blue Medicare card. For more information, please contact Karin Diaz or Edith or Gooden-Thompson at 954.745.9567.