In-home respite services are also available for persons 60 years of age and over living in the Northside of Jacksonville and elsewhere who do not have support from family or friends and require some assistance in remaining in or taking care of their home. Also provides respite for family members attending caregiver training sessions. Caring volunteers Volunteers of all ages from over 60 church congregations in the community come together with the homebound elderly for meaningful and supportive relationships. Neighbors helping neighbors, people reaching out to others with love and concern are volunteers who provide helpful services. JTA's Paratransit Service is available for disabled persons who need transportation within JTA's routes.
Cost There is no fee for services.
Donations are welcome. Sponsorship and funding is provided by the Northeast Florida Area Agency on Aging, Inc., Department of Elder Affairs, the Brookdale Foundation and a Community Development Block Grant with matching funds from the City of Jacksonville Community Services Department, Adult Services Division.