Area Agency on Aging of Palm Beach/Treasure Coast | 866-684-5885 | This organization serves seniors in the Port Saint Lucie region through nearly two dozen programs, including Matter of Balance fall prevention classes, chore services and case management. Additionally, it operates the Community Care for the Elderly Program, which helps those aged 60 and over obtain affordable in-home care. |
Council on Aging of St. Lucie | 772-336-8608 | The local Council on Aging provides nonmedical home care and adult day health care services for people who need daily assistance, and it provides case management to help older adults access supports in the community. The council also administers a nutrition program that features congregate and home-delivered meals. |
211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast | 866-882-2991 2-1-1 | This free helpline has live agents who help callers identify and connect with community programs that meet their needs, including financial assistance, chore services and friendly caller/visitor programs. It operates the Elder Crisis Outreach program for seniors experiencing grief, social isolation, loss of independence or depression. |
St. Lucie County Veteran Services | 772-337-5670 | The county’s Veteran Services Department supports veterans in Port Saint Lucie through a range of services, including help with assembling documents and submitting pension claims, health care benefits and survivors’ benefits. The department also provides nonemergency medical transportation to the local VA medical center. |
Florida Rural Legal Services | 888-582-3410 | Florida Rural Legal Services administers free legal services to income-qualified seniors in the Port Saint Lucie region. Through this nonprofit organization, seniors obtain reliable legal information, advice representation on civil legal issues including drafting wills and trusts, reporting elder abuse, arranging guardianship and planning for long-term care. |
Alzheimer’s Association Southeast Florida Chapter | 800-272-3900 | The local chapter of the Alzheimer's Association provides case management for older adults and families facing an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, and it has a comprehensive database of providers who offer legal assistance, medical support and personal care. The organization also hosts early-stage engagement activities for those with mild dementia, and it operates a toll-free helpline staffed with masters-level clinician and field experts. |
Senior Property Tax Assistance | 772-462-1000 | The county oversees and administers the additional homestead exemption for seniors of up to $25,000, helping qualified older adults afford housing expenses in Port Saint Lucie. Those eligible for this program are aged 65 and over and have an annual adjusted income of no more than $36,614. |
Social Security Administration | 800-772-1213 TTY 800-325-0778 | Port Saint Lucie has one Social Security office, located just off South U.S. Highway 1, where seniors get in-person assistance with filling out and submitting applications for benefits. At this location, representatives provide Medicaid screening and assist with applications for survivors’ benefits, disability compensation, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income. |
Treasure Coast Community Action Agency | 772-462-1100 | The local community action agency promotes financial stability among seniors through several programs, including utility assistance, discount prescription drug cards and community-based medical care. It also provides information and referrals for assistance programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. |
Port St. Lucie Community Center | 772-878-2277 | The Port St. Lucie Community Center hosts senior activities Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 to 4 p.m., with a cover charge of $1.30. During this time, attendees aged 55 and over participate in social activities such as billiards and table games. |