Daily Needs ServicesThis group helps people find and connect to different services. "Healthy Start" is one of the programs that is for families with infants and babies. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Programs include:
The 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.
Services & Programs Available:
American Red Cross offers help during and after a disaster. They can help find shelter and other key services. They can help you get in touch with family after a disaster. Their programs and services are open to all. They also provide services for those in the military, veterans, and their families. Please call 904.358.8091 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 visit the website for more information.
Toll-Free:1.800.262.2243
Email: options@agingresources.org
ElderCare of Alachua county offers a variety of services to those aged 60 and above. They also run the Senior Recreation Center in Gainesville.
Services include:
Call or visit website for more information.
This is an emergency assistance program for people in danger of becoming homeless. It is for residents of Alachua, Bradford, Dixie, Gilchrist and Levy counties. Please call 352.372.0294 or visit 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
In Shelter Services Include:
Alachua County Public Schools provides ESOL classes for Alachua County residents. For more information, visit www.sbac.edu/adulted or call the phone number below.
