Manatee

GED Adult Education

Adult Basic Education (ABE), English as a Second Language (ESL) and GED Prep classes are for adults. The classes are for those who wish to learn or improve basic skills.

Classes include reading, writing, math, science and social studies. There are classes in employability skills, health, and consumer education. Classes are also offered in citizenship and basic computer skills.

Some classes are available online.

Handy Bus

This service provides door-to-door bus service. It is for people who, due to disability, cannot use the regular buses.

You must register with MCAT.

Please see website to learn more.

WIC Pine Village

Spanish is spoken at this site.
Coupons for milk, cheese, baby food and formula and other foods for children are given to mothers and pregnant women of limited financial means. Please visit website to learn more.

WIC Locations
WIC Main Office
212 6th Ave E
Bradenton, FL 34208
941.741.3400 | Fax 941.714.7271
Hours:
Monday-Thursday 7:00am-5:30pm
Friday 7:00am-12noon

American Academy of Ophthalmology

The American Academy of Ophthalmology is known as AAO for short. It is the largest association of eye physicians and surgeons in the world. The mission of the group is to protect sight and empower lives. Please call or visit the website for more information.

***Staff are not able to provide medical or insurance related advice. And cannot recommend specific doctors***

National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Florida Gulf Coast

This agency has counseling and monthly support groups for patients and their families. They provide medical equipment loans for patients with a doctor’s referral. They can grant limited financial assistance (medical equipment, counseling, etc.). They have self help groups. They have educational programs, information and referral services. You can sign up for their newsletter.

Please call or visit the website for all services.