Symptoms of COVID-19
TESTING
Think You Have the Virus and Need to Get Tested?
- Miami-Dade County is hosting testing centers for older adults. You can view regular updates, including a list of testing sites on the county website.
INFORMATION
We’ll Meet You at Home Campaign
The We’ll Meet You at Home Campaign is a Statewide initiative to disseminate resources and bring COVID-19 vaccinations to homebound seniors, arrange transportation to vaccination sites or book an appointment. Call the Alliance for Aging Helpline for assistance at 305-HELP {4357}
Referral Services
The Helpline is often the first point of contact for seniors, caregivers, and professionals seeking information and guidance through the network of service delivery. Helpline staff advocate for clients who are in need of additional assistance in finding services. To access this database, called REFER, click here or contact a Helpline Specialist at 305-670-HELP (4357).
Looking for the closest testing center? Click Here.
RESOURCES FOR OLDER ADULTS AND CAREGIVERS
Need Assistance with Medicaid or Medicare?
SHINE is a free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Alliance for Aging. Specially trained volunteers in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties can assist with Medicare, Medicaid and health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information. English: 305-670-6500, extension 11256 | Español: 305-670-6500, extension 11276
Looking for Legal Services?
The Senior Legal Helpline provides free legal advice and brief services by telephone to eligible Florida residents age 60 and older, for civil (not criminal) legal problems. To contact the Senior Legal Helpline call 1-888-895-7873.
Disability and Mental Health Support
Support is available to help functionally impaired older adults through the Alliance for Aging’s contracted provider network. To find out more information contact 305-670-4357.
NAMI is offering free virtual support groups for individuals dealing with mental health challenges. Learn more on their website.
FLORIDA STATE RESOURCES
- Florida State Department of Health
- The Florida Department of Health’s dedicated call center for COVID-19 questions and concerns is operational 24/7. The phone number is 866-779-6121, or you can email COVID-19@flhealth.gov.
- The Florida Department of Elder Affairs
FLORIDA SAFE SURVEY
What’s your behavior pattern with CV19 and how does it affect your health? Take the survey and find out! https://floridasafesurvey.com/
GOVERNMENT & NATIONWIDE RESOURCES
- CDC: What Symptoms to Watch Out For
- Administration for Community Living: COVID-19 Guidance
- Learn more about scams: FTC Consumer Information
- Where to Report Coronavirus Scams: DOJ National Elder Fraud Hotline: 1-833-FRAUD-11(1-833-372-8311)
Important Websites for Information on Getting Help
The Alliance for Aging
The Alliance for Aging is helping older adults with home energy emergencies, Medicare and Medicaid support and a Helpline for referral to community agencies and programs for assistance.
Florida Department of Health
Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is tracking COVID-19 statistics for the county. Visit their site for updates on essential services that the Department is continuing to provide: http://miamidade.
Miami-Dade County
For updates from Miami-Dade County, including testing sites and Emergency Orders, visit https://www.miamidade.
Monroe County COVID Information