This is a safe shelter for children ages 10-17 that need short term respite care. They serve daily meals and have clothing and personal hygiene items. They have individual and family counseling, as well as information and referrals. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
This group helps people who have long-term mental health issues and emotional disabilities find a place to live. Please call or visit their website to learn more.
Crisis Line
352.374.5600 — option 1
The Night Shelter is an “in at night/out by morning” shelter for homeless men and women. Staff begins admitting new clients at 8:45pm. Returning clients sign in at 9pm. Clients can sleep in the Shelter for up to 21 consecutive nights, after which they must make room for new arrivals. After 14 nights “out,” they have to be re-admitted if no permanent lodging found. Please call 727.823.2516 for more information.
This department handles section 8 and public housing programs. Call 800.365.9527 or visit the website.
These services helps youth transitioning out of foster care. They offer options to receive support and assistance from age 18 to 23.
Services include:
Please call or visit website for more information.
This group runs a Family Home. It is a long-term transitional shelter. It is for single mothers, single fathers, and intact families who are dealing with homelessness. They serve 3 meals a day. Guests stay free of charge while they work on becoming stable and self-sufficient.
Please call 407.422.4855 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
Provides the following programs and services:
Public Housing
Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Section 8
Veterans Administration Supportive Housing (VASH)
Mortgage Assistance
Family Self-Sufficiency
Homeownership And Rental Opportunities
This group runs the Ocala Ritz Veterans Village for homeless veterans. The Ocala GPD program provides clinical treatment, transitional housing, and case management services to homeless Veterans. Program fees are based on income. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Email: OcalaInfo@voa-fla.org
Provides outreach to connect the homeless with services in the area.
Each day Opening Doors Northwest Florida helps members of the community. They help them overcome a many challenges that can lead to homelessness. The group also offers some financial help. Please call or visit the website for more info.
Services: