Jacksonville's Disabled Services Division:  The Disabled Services Division works to increase awareness of the accomplishments and needs of disabled residents. It assists with  the Mayor's Disability Council, a 13-member board that seeks to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities.  Phone: (904) 630-4940, TTD: (904) 630-4933
Web site:  www.coj.net/Departments/Community+Services/Disabled+Services/default.htm

Medicare & Medicaid Service:  CMS Programs & Information.  Medicare, Medicaid, SCHIP. Regulations & Guidance, Research Statistics Data & Systems, Outreach & Education, Resources & Tools.  Phone 1-800-267-2323  TTY 1-866-226-1819    
Web site:  www.cms.hhs.gov

Social Security:  They have a list of services that are offered online or through the 800 number.  
Toll free number which operates from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday to Friday (800-772-1213) or TTY number (800-325-0778)  
Web site:  www.ssa.gov

National Family Caregivers Association:  The National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA) supports, empowers, educates, and speaks up for the more than 50 million Americans who care for a chronically ill, aged, or disabled loved one. NFCA reaches across the boundaries of different diagnoses, different relationships and different life stages to address the common needs and concerns of all family caregivers.
Web Site:  www.thefamilycaregiver.org              
November is Caregivers Month:  www.nfcacares.org/empowerment/nfcmonth.cfm

NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness–Florida   The mission of NAMI is to promote  recovery, reduce stigma, provide support groups  and improve health care and treatment with those with mental illness.
Judy Bennett  904-291-5568 x 3525  E-mail:  namishare@comcast.net

BASCA:  Non Profit Christian Organization for the Benefit of the Developmentally Delayed of all Denominations in Northeast Florida.  They have residential homes, Daystar Program at the YMCA, residential summer camps, ( "I Am Special", "Promise and Care"). Our vision is to offer developmentally disabled persons an opportunity to have a quality lifestyle. Phone: (904-568-6023) Web Site:  www.basca.net       

Family Care Council: FCC/DISTRICT IV Agency For Persons with Disabilities    The mission of the Family Care Council Florida (FCCF) is to advocate, educate, and empower individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, partnering with the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD), to bring quality services to individuals for dignity and choice.Phone: 904-992-2440   Fax:  904-992-2442  
Web site: www.fccflorida.org

American Heart Association:  A cause to heighten the awareness and impact of stroke in the American community.  Protect your legacy by learning how to reduce your risk of stroke and making positive lifestyle changes. Phone: 904-739-0197    
Web site:  www.americanheart.org

Stroke Busters Support Group/Mended Heart: Neurology at Shands Jacksonville   The meetings are on the third Wednesday of the month at 10:00 am.  Come join us for speakers on various topics concerning you and your family.
Contact Debra Roberts, RN at 904-264-9971

Gateway Stroke and Caregiver Club, Brooks Health Foundation:  The meetings take place every 2nd Monday of the month at 6:00 pm (except June, July, and August).  Come join us for speakers on various topics concerning you and caregiver. Bingo, Christmas Party, The Dinner, and share stories with us.
Contact Bonny Dunn, PT at 904-858-7608