The goal is to assist the elderly to remain in their homes and avoid institutionalization for as long as possible.
Case managers assess each participant's needs, then arrange and coordinate required services.
Support services include adult day care, emergency alert response, personal care, homemaker, and respite. Established in 1980 by the Florida Legislature, Community Care for the Elderly is funded by general revenue. Funding is administered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs through local Area Agencies on Aging. Local matching funds are provided by United Way, the Brevard Board of County Commissioners, in-kind donations, private contributions from clients and families, and from civic and community organizations. Medicaid funds are received for most available services.