Northwest Florida Area Agency On Aging, Inc. | 866-531-8011 | The AAA has a toll-free helpline seniors can call for information and referral services. It also supports assisted living residents through health insurance options counseling, advocacy services and case management. |
2-1-1 Northwest Florida | 2-1-1 | This call center has trained representatives who help older adults find local resources, such as home-delivered and congregate meals, in-home care and transportation. It also assists veterans in finding local benefits assistance and medical services. |
Manna Food Bank | 850-432-2053 | Manna Food Bank supports area seniors through the Emergency Food Assistance Program and more than a dozen specialty programs. Its Monthly Senior Food Program also delivers 10 days’ worth of food each month to those in need. |
Samaritan Hands Food Pantry | 850-433-5631 | The Samaritan Hands Food Pantry provides gently used clothes and shoes, blankets and food to qualified seniors. It also offers utility assistance and has advisors who refer older adults to community-based services. |
Brent ACCESS Storefront | 800-963-5337 | At this location, Pensacola seniors can apply for the federally funded Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. This program provides monthly grocery funds to those who meet income-based eligibility requirements. |
We Share Medical Equipment Program | 251-300-6094 | Through this program, seniors can obtain free medical equipment at two Goodwill stores in Pensacola. Available equipment may include raised toilet seats, shower chairs, canes and wheelchairs. |
Elder Law | 850-432-8222 | This program, administered by Legal Services of North Florida, has volunteer and staff lawyers who provide free information and advice regarding wills, simple estate planning and probate matters. It also serves as a public guardian for vulnerable seniors. |
Weatherization Assistance Program | 850-438-4021 | The Weatherization Assistance Program helps qualified seniors reduce their homes’ energy costs through basic repairs and improvements. Services may include improving ventilation systems, weather stripping around doors and windows and repairing central air conditioning systems. |
Bayview Senior Resource Center | 850-436-5190 | This city-run senior center hosts social and recreational activities for those aged 50 and over. At this location, visitors participate in fitness classes, dance events and arts and crafts. |
Council on Aging of West Florida, Inc. | 850-432-1475 | This organization provides exclusive volunteer opportunities for seniors, letting them serve their communities through the Senior Companion Program and Foster Grandparent Program. It operates Meals on Wheels and The Retreat, a daytime program for seniors with physical and cognitive impairments. |
Social Security Administration | 800-772-1213 800-325-0778 (TTY) | The Social Security Administration operates a field office in Pensacola. At this location, seniors can enroll in Medicare and Social Security benefits, order replacement cards and get eligibility screening for Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income. |
Property Tax Benefits | 850-438-6500 | Seniors who own a home in Pensacola may qualify for the Senior Homestead Exemption in addition to the standard Homestead Exemption. This lowers the taxable value of their primary residence, reducing their overall housing expenses. |
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program | 866-384-4502 | LIHEAP provides financial assistance with high utility bills for qualified seniors, helping them avoid service disruptions. It has crisis assistance for households experiencing hardship after weather-related events. |
Pensacola Vet Center | 850-456-5886 | The Pensacola Vet Center offers mental health services, including one-on-one, family and group counseling sessions. It has specialists who refer veterans to community-based services and supports, such as transportation, financial assistance and prescription drug assistance. |