Senior Connection Center, Inc. is the state-designated Area Agency on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) for Planning and Service Area 6 (covering Hillsborough, Polk, Manatee, Highlands, and Hardee counties). Headquartered on Brittany Way in Tampa, the agency operates the regional Elder Helpline (1-800-96-ELDER), performs intake screenings for Florida Medicaid Long-Term Care (SMMC LTC) and DOEA programs, and delivers free SHINE Medicare counseling.
Official Verification Sources: Florida Department of Elder Affairs ADRC Directory; Senior Connection Center Official Website
Issuer: Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA)
Notes: Official statutory Area Agency on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center for PSA 6 under Chapter 430, Florida Statutes.
Factual details and direct answers about Senior Connection Center, Inc. — Elder Helpline & ADRC (PSA 6)'s services, licensing, and credentials.
How do Hillsborough County seniors apply for the Florida Medicaid Long-Term Care Waiver?
All applications and priority screenings for the Florida Medicaid Long-Term Care (SMMC LTC) waiver in Hillsborough County begin by calling the Senior Connection Center Elder Helpline at (813) 740-3888 or 1-800-96-ELDER.
Are the care navigation and SHINE Medicare counseling services free?
Yes, as the state-designated Aging and Disability Resource Center for PSA 6, all intake assessments, benefit referrals, and SHINE Medicare counseling are 100% free.
Where is Senior Connection Center headquartered?
The headquarters is located at 8928 Brittany Way in Tampa, Florida.
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