Daily Needs ServicesThe VA offers disability compensation. It is a monthly payment that is tax-free. The money goes to veterans who got sick or hurt while they were serving in the military. It is also to veterans whose service made an existing condition worse. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Benefits Hotline: 800.827.1000
Florida Veterans Support Line: 844.693.5838
This center helps people with disabilities live as independently as they can. They give people the tools to be their own best resource. This is done by offering a wide range of programs and services. Please call 352.378.7474 or go to the website to learn more.
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American Red Cross offers disaster assistance. Services for those in the Armed forces are available as well. Their programs and services are open to all. Please call 352.376.4669 or visit their website to learn more.
The American Red Cross helps people in need during and after a disaster. They can help you to find shelter and other help. They can also help you to get in touch with family after a disaster. Their services are open to all. They also help those in the military, veterans, and their families. Please call or go to the website to learn more.
Safelink Wireless offers a Smartphone or a SIM card. Along with free minutes, texts, and data each month. There are eligibility requirements that must be met to participate. They are set by each state where the service is provided. There is a limit to one per household. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Enrollment and Plan Changes: 800.723.3546 (800.SAFELINK)
Technical Support ONLY: 800.378.1684
This is free telephone help line. It connects seniors with information, services, and resources. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
Toll-Free:1.800.262.2243
Email: options@agingresources.org
The Emergency Financial Assistance Program gives one-time help with rent, mortgage, and/or utility needs of up to $1,750. They can also help with up to $3,000 for moving. This can be for rental security deposits, utility deposits, first month’s rent, and/or last month’s rent. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
This program offers emergency shelter for families without a home. They have a 90-day program to help them get back on their feet. They work with and receive help from groups of many different faiths. Volunteers give support and meals to families. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
This group has emergency shelter for domestic violence survivors. Shelter is for 6 weeks. It is gated and monitored 24 hours a day. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll-Free Statewide Helpline: 800.500.1119
24 Hour Helpline: 352.377.5690
24 Hour Textline: 352.727.0948
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Alachua County Public Schools provides English for Speakers of Other Languages classes for adults. They have classes during the day and in the evening. The level of difficulty ranges from beginner to advanced. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
