Senior Resource Alliance - SRA Florida

For more than 40 years, Senior Resource Alliance has been helping Central Floridians maintain their independence as they age, including after a hospital visit.

This June, West Orlando News shared President & CEO Karla Radka’s insight into how seniors can preserve their quality of life during a medical emergency.

Learn what steps you can take:

Seniors: Preserve Independence as You Age, Intentionally Seniors: Preserve Independence as You Age, Intentionally

More than 5 million Floridians are Medicare beneficiaries, and many of them have questions about reading their statements, filing an appeal or picking the right plan.

That’s where our SHINE volunteers come in by providing free Medicare counseling to local seniors. Do you want to be a part of this lifechanging work? Join us during a virtual workshop on June 18 at 11 a.m.: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iqpdTsJ6STO31JjWT5XYWg

More than 1 in 5 Floridians are seniors, and many of them can’t afford their monthly power bill.

Senior Resource Alliance encourages those who are facing financial challenges to apply for EHEAP utility bill assistance. To find out if you qualify, call our Elder Helpline at 407-514-1800.

Navigating the healthcare industry can be difficult and stressful. That’s why we offer free Medicare counseling as part of the SHINE program.

This work can’t be done without our network of volunteers, and we’re looking to expand that team! Find out how to sign up during an online seminar on June 18 at 11 a.m.: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iqpdTsJ6STO31JjWT5XYWg

This National Safety Month, temperatures are rising, and so is the risk of weather-related dangers, such as heat exhaustion and stroke.

Senior Resource Alliance’s EHEAP program is designed to keep your air conditioning running by providing up to $2,000 in utility bill assistance.

Older adults in Orange, Osceola, Seminole and Brevard counties can apply by calling our Elder Helpline at 407-514-1800.

You can make a difference in the lives of Central Floridians!

We’re recruiting volunteers for the Senior Resource Alliance SHINE program, which offers free and unbiased Medicare counseling for the local aging population.

If you’re interested in learning more about the service and launching your SHINE journey, register for our virtual workshop on June 18 at 11 a.m.: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iqpdTsJ6STO31JjWT5XYWg

Hurricane season has officially begun, which means power outages are top of mind in our area.

But many seniors are worried about losing electricity year-round due to limited income.

If you’re facing this financial battle, call our Elder Helpline at 407-514-1800 to find out about EHEAP, a program that helps older adults with disconnection fees and pre-paying energy bills.

Senior Resource Alliance - SRA Florida SRA is Central Florida's Area Agency on Aging serving seniors, caregivers and aging services providers in Brevard, Orange, Osceola and Seminole Counties

You don’t have to be 65 or older to take action this Medicare Fraud Prevention Week. As a community, we can all participate by looking out for our older neighbors.

When out in public, be aware of seniors purchasing gift cards in large amounts. Many people have helped stop a scam in its tracks by stepping in and asking questions.

Are you ready to be a fraud fighter? By opening a free account at Medicare.gov, you can track claims and make sure what you’re billed is accurate.

We’re seeking volunteers with a passion for serving the aging community.

As part of our SHINE program, counselors across our four-county service territory assist older adults with their Medicare questions, such as how to read their monthly statement or file an appeal. To learn how to get involved, attend our virtual information session on June 4 at 11 a.m.

Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/2BsVtLNBRwanYx6tErb2lA?fbclid=IwY2xjawSMGddleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeyn5z_u_FbgHpvDHX_Sy9i52jqyvNoj_VXZ94hrkmfHhCW0GiqOspkgaPgTU_aem_UKE9r6CGscJ-TJzbJW94tg #/registration

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: SHINE Virtual Volunteer Recruitment. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. Join our Virtual SHINE Volunteer Presentation to learn about rewarding volunteer opportunities helping seniors and individuals with disabilities understand their Medicare benefits.