United Way of Northeast Florida - provides COA the opportunity to provide needed services
and resources to build a stronger community for the elderly
Nassau County Volunteer Center - partnerships with COA to provide volunteers who serve our
fellow citizens and elderly in our community.
Legal Aid of Jacksonville - COA provides space to Legal Aid for those seeking appointments
for legal help.
Sheriffs Department - COA responds to emergency referrals for homeless, isolated or abused
elderly.
Community Action Agency - COA works closely to avoid duplication of service by monitoring
disbursement of funds for low income elderly.
Agency for Health Care Administration - collaborate in the process of identifying and assisting
clients eligible for Medicaid Waiver.
Barnabas Center - a crisis center that coordinates with COA to provide food and financial
assistance for elderly; expanding the effectiveness of both agencies.
Alzheimer's Association - co-sponsors Memory Walks, provides space and staff support for
caregivers.
Community Hospice of Northeast Florida - provides staff support, training and education for
terminally ill elderly.
Sutton Place Behavioral Health - COA identifies and refers elderly in need of counseling
services and/or victims of elder abuse.
Department of Emergency Services - provides transportation to elderly and handicapped during
evacuations and disasters.
Adult Protective Services - provides complete assessment within 24 hours and COA service
delivery is within 72 hours.
Northeast Florida Community Action Agency - promotes public awareness and self sufficiency
through educational and housing programs. Special Senior projects; Thanksgiving baskets and
Senior Citizen Christmas party & food basket giveaway.
Fire Department - provides education and installation of smoke alarms in elderly homes.
COA cooperates and partners with: Local Church's, Work Source, Voter Registration, Shine Program,
AARP, Local Businesses and Friends of Fernandina Beach in assisting elderly people on a variety of
issues.
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