Quality of Life
Your United Way investment goes to work bringing lasting change, right here in North Central Florida. Because that’s what matters.
VISION - IMPROVING QUALITY OF LIFE
Your investment gives:
- Life long functional skills to the mentally and physically challenged in our community
- A greater level of independence and a higher quality of life for those with mental and physical challenges
- Access to nutritious home delivered meals and in-home support services for seniors
- Respite care relief for the caregiver of a senior
Partner Agencies
- ElderCare
- Gainesville Community Ministry
| Indicators of Need* |
Strategy |
2008-2009 Funding |
Community Impact: Your gift helps provide… |
| 3,600 area residents afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease. 4,550 area residents have mobility limitations. 450 area in-need senior citizens are waiting for access to services. |
In-home Support for Elderly and Disabled |
$43,505 |
3,472 days of adult day-care and meals for Alzheimer’s residents. Over 10,000 meals provided to low-income seniors through congregate and in-home meal delivery service. 285 additional seniors provided outreach nutritional education.
Impact: Disabled and elderly citizens will live independently and enjoy a higher quality of life. |
*Data gathered from Alachua County Health Department, City-data.com, Factfinder.census.gov, Florida Department of Children and Families, Florida Department of Health, Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Florida Legislative Survey – 2005, Kidscount.org, North Florida Regional Planning Council, Partnership for Strong Families, US Census Bureau, United Way Partner Profiles
Success Stories
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