In Your Community – Ocala & The Villages
At Griswold Home Care for Ocala & The Villages, our involvement in the community goes beyond the care we provide in the home. We know firsthand how overwhelming it can feel when you are trying to find help, information, or the next step for someone you love. To help, we have gathered local resources that many families in our community have found helpful. Our hope is that this page saves you time, and gently guides you toward support when you need it most.
Faith & Community Connection Faith communities can be a meaningful source of spiritual support and encouragement for seniors and those who care for them. ChurchFinder: https://www.churchfinder.com
Education and Literacy Marion County Literacy Council Adult literacy support that honors each learner’s journey while building confidence and essential reading and writing skills:
https://www.marionliteracy.org
Parks, Wellness & Senior Enrichment Spending time outdoors can support physical health, emotional balance, and a sense of connection. Florida State Parks: https://www.floridastateparks.org
National Park Service – Senior Pass Program: Discounted lifetime or annual passes for adults age 62 and older: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/senior-pass.htm
National Park Service – Accessibility Resources: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/accessibility
Veterans Services, Marion County Veterans Service Office: https://www.marionfl.org/departments-agencies/departments-o-z/veterans-services
Lake County Veterans Services: https://www.lakecountyfl.gov/departments/community_services/veterans_services
Sumter County Veterans Services: https://www.sumtercountyfl.gov/296/Veterans-Services
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: https://www.va.gov
Animals & Pet Help: Pets are often a source of comfort and companionship. Marion County Animal Services offers lost and found pets, shelter services, and reunification resources: https://animalservices.marionfl.org
Lake County Animal Shelter – Lost & Found: https://lakecountyfl.gov/animal-shelter/lost-and-found
Sumter County Animal Services: https://www.sumtercountyfl.gov/1175/Animal-Services
VOCAL for Pets Pet food assistance and support programs: https://vocalforpets.org
Dementia & Alzheimer’s Support: Caring for someone with memory loss can be emotionally and physically demanding. These resources provide education, guidance, and caregiver support. Alzheimer’s Association – Central & North Florida Region Serving Marion, Lake, and Sumter counties: https://www.alz.org/cnfl
Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-272-3900
Cancer, ALS, MS & Wellness Resources Cancer Alliance of Marion County Local education, collaboration, and support for individuals and families affected by cancer: https://canceralliancemc.org
H.U.G.S. Charities Fund Temporary financial assistance for Marion County residents undergoing active cancer treatment: https://www.hugscharities.org
American Cancer Society – Florida Education, transportation assistance, lodging programs, and caregiver support: https://www.cancer.org/about-us/local/florida.html
ALS Association – Florida Chapter: https://www.als.org/support/states/florida
A Helpful Check Many Families Overlook: This is not a support service, but it is a simple check that some families have found helpful over time. Florida Treasure Hunt Search for unclaimed property held by the state of Florida: https://www.fltreasurehunt.gov
National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA) Consumer education and access to legitimate unclaimed property offices. National portal directing users to official state unclaimed property programs: https://www.unclaimed.org
A Note to Families: These resources are shared for general information. Availability and eligibility may change, so we encourage families to contact organizations directly. If you would like help understanding care options or have questions about in-home support, our local team is always available to talk through your situation.
The Community Resource Information is provided solely by the independently owned franchise owner.