The 2000 Census reveals over 35,000 people (approximately 28%) over the age of 65 reside in Martin County. Look in our business Directory for a variety of service providers, both in the not-for-profit sector and the for profit sector such as Adult Day Care, Elder Care, Organizations and Non-Profits, Retirement Communities/Nursing Homes/Assisted living, including the Council on Aging, which provides 24 different support services enabling seniors to remain independent and assisting family caregivers.

The Council on Aging provides therapeutic, social and health services to impaired seniors who are 60 or older. The Council directed Community Coach provides transportation to all citizens and includes wheelchair-lift vehicles for the disabled and door-to-door assistance, all for just $1.00 per ride. All Medicaid transportation is scheduled through Community Coach.

Warm noontime meals are served at 8 different locations in Martin County by the Council on Aging, providing not only a well-balanced meal, but the opportunity for socializing and meeting new friends. The Log Cabin Senior Center also provides classes, activities and special events for active seniors.
Council on Aging volunteers deliver Meals on Wheels, work at the thrift shop, and visit or shop for the homebound.

The following are telephone numbers for Senior Services:

• Council on Aging (772) 223-7800
• Elder Helpline (772) 223-7808
• Community Coach (772) 283-1814
• Log Cabin Senior Center, Langford Park (772) 334-2926
• Meals on Wheels (772) 223-7800
• Visiting Nurse Association of Florida (772) 286-1844

Retirement & Assisted Living Facilities