Senior Education and Intervention Program

Hiatus Road Location

5300 Hiatus Road, Sunrise, FL, 33351

6 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 745-9567

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.adrcbroward.org

Description: Provides visits to the home, completes evaluations, makes referrals, educates caregivers, and delivers donated medical equipment and supplies to those in need.

Description: Provides visits to the home, completes evaluations, makes referrals, educates caregivers, and delivers donated medical equipment and supplies to those in need.

Toll Free State-Wide Number

Not a Physical Location

Tamarac, FL, 33321

6 Miles—Get Directions

(866) 273-2273

Website

 http://www.apd.myflorida.com

Description: Provides a toll-free state-wide number allowing operators to answer questions directly regarding Medicaid-Waiver services and Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD).

Description: Provides a toll-free state-wide number allowing operators to answer questions directly regarding Medicaid-Waiver services and Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD).

Autism Response Team (ART)

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Tamarac, FL, 33321

6 Miles—Get Directions

(888) 288-4762

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.autismspeaks.org

Description: SN ONLY - Assists in locating local autism service providers, where to get a diagnosis, schools and special education, and more.

Description: SN ONLY - Assists in locating local autism service providers, where to get a diagnosis, schools and special education, and more.

Assistive Tech and Equip

North State Road 7 Location - Suite 102

4800 North State Road 7, Suite 102, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33319

9 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 722-6400

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.cilbroward.org

Description: Provides education and demonstration of assistive technology and access to durable medical equipment in good condition at no charge.

Description: Provides education and demonstration of assistive technology and access to durable medical equipment in good condition at no charge.

CDC National Immunization Information Hotline

Not a Physical Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33331

9 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 232-4636

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Website

 http://www.ashasexualhealth.org

Description: Provides vaccine information and referrals to parents, educators, and health care providers.

Description: Provides vaccine information and referrals to parents, educators, and health care providers.

American Social Health Association - ASHA

Not a Physical Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33331

9 Miles—Get Directions

(919) 361-8400

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Website

 http://www.ashasexualhealth.org

Description: Educates the public to understand, prevent, and destigmatize sexually transmitted infections (STI).

Description: Educates the public to understand, prevent, and destigmatize sexually transmitted infections (STI).

Helpline

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33331

9 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 257-0944 Ext: 8447068773

Contact Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Website

 http://www.hcafloridahealthcare.com/patient-resources/consult-a-nurse

Description: Provides free consultations, refers to physicians in the area, and answers health-related questions. They do not diagnose conditions but offer information on many medical subjects.

Description: Provides free consultations, refers to physicians in the area, and answers health-related questions. They do not diagnose conditions but offer information on many medical subjects.

Health Support

Northwest 10th Street Location

6009 Northwest 10th Street, Margate, FL, 33063

11 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 973-0300

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Website

 http://www.margatefl.com

Description: Provides medical response in the case of an emergency, such as a fall or other event. The Senior Center nurse is prepared to render or coordinate medical care to all program participants; in addition, lectures on health issues.

Description: Provides medical response in the case of an emergency, such as a fall or other event. The Senior Center nurse is prepared to render or coordinate medical care to all program participants; in addition, lectures on health issues.

24/7 Live Cancer Helpline

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 227-2345

Website

 http://www.cancer.org/

Description: Provides information such as treatment options or potential side effects, transportation to chemo or a place to stay when treatment is far away, and more.

Description: Provides information such as treatment options or potential side effects, transportation to chemo or a place to stay when treatment is far away, and more.

Center for Information

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 342-2383

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (EST)

Website

 http://www.diabetes.org

Description: Assists in connecting individuals with the appropriate financial aid resources, and refers local diabetes self-management education seminars.

Description: Assists in connecting individuals with the appropriate financial aid resources, and refers local diabetes self-management education seminars.

Speakers Bureau

Northwest 21st Avenue Location

5101 Northwest 21st Avenue, Suite 450, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 714-9477

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.bcma.com

Description: Provides speakers on medical subjects to community groups, agencies, and organizations.

Description: Provides speakers on medical subjects to community groups, agencies, and organizations.

Public and Professional Education

3201 West Commercial Boulevard Location

3201 West Commercial Blvd, Suite 237, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 739-5006

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.cff.org/chapters/southeast-florida-chapter-fort-lauderdale-office

Description: Offers education about the warning signs of children's lung and digestive diseases through film showings, literature distribution, video loan service, professional literature, and literature provided to the public and school libraries.

Description: Offers education about the warning signs of children's lung and digestive diseases through film showings, literature distribution, video loan service, professional literature, and literature provided to the public and school libraries.

MS Support Services

West Commercial Boulevard Location

3250 West Commercial Boulevard, Suite 340, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 731-4224

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.nationalmssociety.org

Description: Provides support services to persons with MS, including self-help groups, social groups and programs, group wellness classes, information and referral, education, and case management.

Description: Provides support services to persons with MS, including self-help groups, social groups and programs, group wellness classes, information and referral, education, and case management.

Educational Program

West Commercial Boulevard Location

3250 West Commercial Boulevard, Suite 340, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 731-4224

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.nationalmssociety.org/Resources-Support/Library-Education-Programs/Knowledge-is-Power

Description: Educates the public, people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), their family, and friends about MS through the website, social media, printed literature, and special events.

Description: Educates the public, people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), their family, and friends about MS through the website, social media, printed literature, and special events.

Health Support Services

Northwest 103rd Avenue Location

301 Northwest 103rd Avenue, Pembroke Pines, FL, 33026

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 450-6888

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Website

 https://www.ppines.com/182/Activities-Classes

Description: Addresses the full spectrum of health care issues in order to meet the needs of clients by providing various exercise programs and educational seminars.

Description: Addresses the full spectrum of health care issues in order to meet the needs of clients by providing various exercise programs and educational seminars.

Educational Services

West Oakland Park Boulevard Location

871 West Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311

12 Miles—Get Directions

(305) 576-1234

Website

 http://www.careresource.org

Description: Provides professional education to community members, clinical social workers, marriage and family counselors, and mental health counselors on HIV/AIDS, anger and aggression control, outreach services, substance use, and other topics.

Description: Provides professional education to community members, clinical social workers, marriage and family counselors, and mental health counselors on HIV/AIDS, anger and aggression control, outreach services, substance use, and other topics.

Public Education

6520 N Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

14 Miles—Get Directions

(888) 673-6287

Contact Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-7pm

Website

 http://msfocus.org

Description: Attempts to increase public awareness and knowledge about MS. Information is available on both traditional and alternative treatments for MS patients and a free newsletter, informational brochure, toll-free support phone services.

Description: Attempts to increase public awareness and knowledge about MS. Information is available on both traditional and alternative treatments for MS patients and a free newsletter, informational brochure, toll-free support phone services.

Planned Parenthood - Pembroke Pines Health Center

North University Drive Location

263 North University Drive, Pembroke Pines, FL, 33024

14 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 989-5747

Website

 http://www.ppsenfl.org

Description: Provides cancer screenings, birth control, STD testing/ treatment, HPV vaccines, emergency contraception; abortion services, and ensures that women have accurate information about their options.

Description: Provides cancer screenings, birth control, STD testing/ treatment, HPV vaccines, emergency contraception; abortion services, and ensures that women have accurate information about their options.

HIV Support Group

Northeast 6th Avenue Location

2921 Northeast 6th Avenue, Wellness Center of SF Svcs, Wilton Manors, FL, 33334

14 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 612-3653

Contact Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm (Support Group) Wed, 7:30pm-9pm

Website

 http://www.wellnesscentersouthflorida.org/Home_Page.html

Description: Provides a support group for HIV positive heterosexuals.

Description: Provides a support group for HIV positive heterosexuals.

Wellness Center - Support Group for Co-Infected Adults

Northeast 6th Avenue Location

2921 Northeast 6th Avenue, Wellness Center of SF Svcs, Wilton Manors, FL, 33334

14 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 612-3653

Contact Hours: (Support Group) Tue, 7:30pm-9pm (See description)

Website

 http://www.wellnesscentersouthflorida.org

Description: Provides a support group for co-infected adults (HIV positive and Hepatitis B and C).

Description: Provides a support group for co-infected adults (HIV positive and Hepatitis B and C).