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Emergency NotificationMarion County Emergency Alert
AlertMarion This system provides you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, critical law enforcement … read more
Website: https://alertmarion.com/
Emergency NotificationMarion County Emergency Alert
AlertMarion
This system provides you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, critical law enforcement activity, missing persons and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods.
You will receive time-sensitive messages wherever you specify, such as your home, mobile or business phones, email address, text messages and more. You pick where, you pick how!Website: https://alertmarion.com/
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Elder Abuse
Marion County Sheriff's Office
The Crisis Intervention Specialist Unit (CIS) consists of personnel trained in crisis intervention with a Master's or Bachelor’s degree in … read more
Phone: 352-732-2211
Website: https://marionso.com
Address:
8230 SE 165th Mulberry Lane
The Villages, FL 32162
Elder AbuseMarion County Sheriff's Office
The Crisis Intervention Specialist Unit (CIS) consists of personnel trained in crisis intervention with a Master's or Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science, and at least two years work experience dealing with persons with mental illness, substance abuse or with similar human-service needs.
In addition, CIS assists deputies on calls involving domestic violence, juveniles, homeless persons, deaths, sex offenders, elder affairs, and victims of crime. Unit members provide compassionate field intervention, link services for appropriate placement and coordinated follow-ups. Additionally, CIS personnel provide safety information to the law enforcement community regarding current mental health issues.
Phone: 352-732-2211
Website: https://marionso.com
Address:
8230 SE 165th Mulberry Lane
The Villages, FL 32162
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Community Support
Marion County Sheriff's Office Citizen Observer Patrol
The Citizen Observer Patrol (C.O.P.) is a volunteer division of the Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) whose main purpose is to reduce crime … read more
Phone: 352-671-3841
Website: https://www.marionso.com/volunteer-services
Address:
692 NW 30th Avenue
Ocala, FL 34475
Community SupportMarion County Sheriff's Office Citizen Observer Patrol
The Citizen Observer Patrol (C.O.P.) is a volunteer division of the Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) whose main purpose is to reduce crime by alerting the Sheriff’s Office of potential or actual criminal behavior. The program is comprised of neighborhoods, much like your own, that have decided to insure the safety of their community by forming a partnership with the MCSO. Volunteers wear uniforms and drive specially-marked vehicles that proudly display to any potential criminal that they are the eyes and ears of law enforcement within that community. There are mounted units in areas that require off-road access in order to patrol properly. Several units have bicycle patrols in addition to the patrols in vehicles. A special parks unit is set up to patrol all the parks within Marion County.
Phone: 352-671-3841
Website: https://www.marionso.com/volunteer-services
Address:
692 NW 30th Avenue
Ocala, FL 34475
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Elections/Voting
Marion County Supervisor of Elections Office
Wesley Wilcox, CERA Supervisor of Elections, Marion County, Florida Wesley Wilcox, CERA is the Supervisor of Elections for Marion County, … read more
Phone: 352-620-3290
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://votemarion,gov
Elections/VotingMarion County Supervisor of Elections Office
Wesley Wilcox, CERA Supervisor of Elections, Marion County, Florida
Wesley Wilcox, CERA is the Supervisor of Elections for Marion County, Florida. He was first elected on November 6, 2012 and re-elected in 2016 and 2020 without opposition. He was originally hired in 2001 as the Systems Administrator and promoted to Assistant Supervisor, a position he held for seven years, before being elected. He possesses over 33 years of experience in the Elections profession, is a nationally Certified Elections/Registration Administrator (CERA), a Master Florida Certified Elections Professional (MFCEP), and holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. Highlights during his tenure: Implemented a new Voter Registration system in 2001 and was a member of the technical team for the successful 2006 implementation of the state-wide voter registration system. In 2007, he conducted a full county-wide implementation of Electronic Poll Books, one of the first jurisdictions in the State of Florida. In 2008, he fully built and implemented an Early Voting Ballot on Demand system. In 2017, he assisted with the design, implementation, and launch of Florida’s Online Voter Registration system. In recognition of his contributions, he was inducted into the Election Center Hall of Fame in 2023. Wesley is a member of the Florida Supervisors of Elections (FSE) association representing Florida’s 67 Election Supervisors and is Past-President of the association as of May 2022. He served in all Executive Officer positions and has also served as a Board Member and Instructor. He was notably the first recipient of the President’s Award in 2016 for outstanding service to the association. Wesley currently serves as Chair of the Elections Infrastructure Center for Information Sharing and Analysis Center (EI-ISAC) and is a member of The Election Center Board of Directors. He was selected to serve on the Local Leadership Council of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) as well as the Advisory Board of the Election Official Legal Defense Network (EOLDN). Wesley is also a member of the International Association of Government Officials (iGO), and the Kiwanis Club of Ocala. Open Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Phone: 352-620-3290
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://votemarion,gov
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Government Offices
Marion County Tax Collector - Summerfield
Drivers Licenses and Auto Tags Residents of Lake, Marion and Sumter counties may obtain licenses and tags at any office
Phone: 352-368-8200
Website: https://mariontax.com/summerfield/
Government OfficesMarion County Tax Collector - Summerfield
Drivers Licenses and Auto Tags Residents of Lake, Marion and Sumter counties may obtain licenses and tags at any officePhone: 352-368-8200
Website: https://mariontax.com/summerfield/
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Companionship
Marion Senior Services, Inc.
Marion Senior Services is a nonprofit, charitable social agency providing supportive care services to elderly, disabled, and disadvantaged residents … read more
Phone: 352-620-3501
Website: https://marionseniorservices.org
Address:
1101 SW 20th Court
Ocala, FL 34471
CompanionshipMarion Senior Services, Inc.
Monday - Friday; 8 am - 5 pmMarion Senior Services is a nonprofit, charitable social agency providing supportive care services to elderly, disabled, and disadvantaged residents of Marion County, Florida. We help our clients to remain living in their own homes independently as long as possible by providing Meals, Transit, and In-Home Support services to them. A variety of public, private, and donor funding enables us to provide services to most people in need, regardless of their ability to pay. Services are provided on a sliding fee basis from no cost to full pay.
Click on the tabs to learn more about our services, eligibility, and how to apply. Marion Senior Services also depends on over 300 volunteers to help us deliver Meals on Wheels, provide Respite Care or companionship for our clients. If you are interested in getting involved with our agency, please contact us at (352) 620-3501 for more information.
Phone: 352-620-3501
Website: https://marionseniorservices.org
Address:
1101 SW 20th Court
Ocala, FL 34471
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Disabled Support
Marion Therapeutic Riding Association Inc.
Marion Therapeutic Riding Association provides therapeutic horseback riding and Equine Assisted Learning Activities for children and adults living … read more
Phone: 352-732-7300
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://mtraocala.org
Address:
6850 SE 41st Court
Ocala, FL 34480
Disabled SupportMarion Therapeutic Riding Association Inc.
Marion Therapeutic Riding Association provides therapeutic horseback riding and Equine Assisted Learning Activities for children and adults living with physical, emotional, and cognitive challenges in our community. As an approved provider through some health insurance companies, individuals may see if our services are covered through insurance. Some programming is provided at no cost for qualified participants through grants and fundraising, and we now offer Peer to Peer fundraising campaigns that makes fundraising for a specific person easily accessible.Phone: 352-732-7300
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://mtraocala.org
Address:
6850 SE 41st Court
Ocala, FL 34480
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Meals/Food/Clothing
Melissa's Place
The Environment A dignified setting… a welcoming environment Melissa’s Place is the ideal home-like setting that provides comprehensive … read more
Phone: 352-399-6862
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://melissasplaceadcc.net
Address:
711 Cleveland Ave. (CR 466A)
Wildwood, FL 34785
Meals/Food/ClothingMelissa's Place
The Environment
A dignified setting… a welcoming environment
Melissa’s Place is the ideal home-like setting that provides comprehensive daytime health, social and emotional support services for older adults, while providing peace of mind for caregivers. For the many older adults living at home, either alone or with their adult children or caregivers, having a place to go during the day that offers social and medical attention gives them something to look forward to. It also provides peace of mind for the care-givers knowing that their loved one is being cared for while they are at work or are performing their own day-time activities.
Our goal at Melissa’s Place is to provide an environment that encourages interaction and growth of participants. In this safe, supportive environment, participants receive nutritious meals and participate in planned activities that keep both the mind and body active.
This dignified setting encourages participants to live life to the fullest.
Nutrition and Meals
At Melissa’s Place, the participant is provided a light breakfast, full-course lunch and a nutritious afternoon snack. All snacks and meals are coordinated by a dietitian to meet individual nutritional needs and can be modified as needs change.Planned Activities
At Melissa’s Place, our Activities Coordinators plan activities that stimulate the mind as well as exercise the body. Daily activities such as morning exercise, art therapy, music therapy, pet therapy and crafts such as gardening, cooking, knitting, puzzle-making, card clubs and social investment clubs allow for participation on all levels. We even have guest speakers and entertainers for those with varied interests.Nursing Care
Our professional staff provides basic nursing services and communicates with the participant’s physician when necessary. Monthly preventative health checks, medication oversight and assistance with personal care or other minor medical services are also provided.General Information
- Secure, Home-Like Environment
- Nutritional Meals
- Engaging Activities
- Credentialed, Caring Staff
- Licensed by Agency for Health Care Administration
- Participants may attend on a full-time, part-time, or temporary basis.
- Credentialed staff have Level II background screening.
- Caring for those with Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, stroke or other neurological disorders.
- Meets Specialized Alzheimer’s Services Standard
Hours: Monday through Friday 8am – 5pm
Extended hours may be accommodated with advance notice.Phone: 352-399-6862
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://melissasplaceadcc.net
Address:
711 Cleveland Ave. (CR 466A)
Wildwood, FL 34785
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Heart Disease Support
Mended Hearts of The Villages Support Group
9:30 am first Thursdays (October-May): Sharon L. Morse Medical Building, 1400 US Hwy 27/441, Room 520
Phone: 631-974-5150
Email: [email protected]
Heart Disease SupportMended Hearts of The Villages Support Group
9:30 am first Thursdays (October-May): Sharon L. Morse Medical Building, 1400 US Hwy 27/441, Room 520Phone: 631-974-5150
Email: [email protected]
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Children and Family Support
Mid-Florida Community Services, Inc. - Sumter County
Elder Hotline: 352-793-5234 Contact Information: Energy Assistance - (352)796-1425 Head Start - (352) 568-0821 Senior Services … read more
Phone: 352-796-1425 or 352-326-3540
Website: https://mfcs.us.com
Children and Family SupportMid-Florida Community Services, Inc. - Sumter County
Elder Hotline: 352-793-5234 Contact Information:- Energy Assistance - (352)796-1425
- Head Start - (352) 568-0821
- Senior Services - (352) 326-3540
- Weatherization Assistance Program - (352) 796-1427
The Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists eligible households who are at 150% or less of the Federal Poverty Guidelines with paying energy/gas bills to prevent service interruption.
The Family Self-Sufficiency Program assists low-income individuals who are in need of additional education or job skills training with securing employment at a living wage.
Emergency/Support Services assistance is available to low-income households who are at 125% or less of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
Head Start is a federally funded preschool program that promotes the school readiness of low-income children ages birth to 5 years of age by enhancing their cognitive, social and emotional development.
Senior Services Department provides a variety of services designed to help Seniors live a healthy, independent lifestyle and avoid placement in assisted living facilities.
The program is designed to reduce the monthly energy burden on low-income households by improving the energy efficiency of the home.Phone: 352-796-1425 or 352-326-3540
Website: https://mfcs.us.com
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