Rental Relief - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
HUD has a list of resources for people in Florida who are looking for help with paying rent. You can search for subsidized housing. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
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School Readiness Assistance - Early Learning Coalition of Alachua County
This program helps pay for childcare. At least one parent must be working on their education at least 20 hours per week. The family's income must at or below 150% of the federal poverty level. You pay some of the cost of the childcare based on your income and family size. Other children can be eligible because of other factors. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
SEDNET - Region 3B
SEDNET means "Students with Emotional & Behavioral Disabilities Network." It is a group that works with other similar groups to help children and youths in school who are having problems. They also help with parenting at risk children. Please call 352.486.5240 or go to the website to learn more.
Services - Taxpayer Advocate Service
This agency can help with tax problems that you can’t resolve on your own. Please call or visit the website to find the office nearest you and for more information.
Toll-Free: 1.877.777.4778
Help Topics Include:
- Credits
- General Help
- Filing Returns
- Interacting with the IRS
- International
- Issues & Errors
- Paying Taxes
- Military
- Refunds
- Small Business
Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE) - Elder Options
This program is called SHINE for short. It is a free service. The program has counselors that can help clients navigate Medicare. This will let clients make informed decisions about coverage. The help is for seniors. It is also for their families and caregivers. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Email: shine@agingresources.org
Shelter - Gainesville Fisher House Foundation, Inc.
The Fisher House is a place that gives comfort to veterans and their families. They help during treatment for medical crises. Staying at the house is free. Please call us or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
Social Security Disability -Social Security Administration
SSA has two programs for disability benefits. They are different but have the same medical requirements. The programs pay benefits to individuals. As well as certain family members. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Programs Available:
- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Click here to locate the office nearest you
Social Services - ElderCare of Alachua County
This group offers a range of services to seniors. Their goal is to help them stay independent. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health - Department of Children and Families
The Department of Children and Families (DCF) offers services and care for adults and children. This program is for people with serious mental health conditions and addiction. They have options for mental health care and treatments. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
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