Children’s Aid Club offers immediate assistance in short-term crisis situations. They help families get back on track and become self-sufficient. Families are screened to qualify their needs. They must verify their expenses and income. Children’s Aid Club will work with creditors (utility companies, landlords, etc.) to pay them directly. They often give food certificates as well, but do not give cash. Call for more information.

In the Image of Christ, Inc. provides Jack's Food Pantry. They are open
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 1 PM to 4 PM.
The food pantry also offers clothes, furniture, and appliances. Please call or visit website for more information.

This group offers independent living services. These services teach the skills needed to live independently. The services are customized to the needs of the individual. Skills can be taught one-on-one or in a group setting. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Services Include:

The Primrose Center works to transform the lives of people with developmental disabilities. They use a proven system of techniques. They give training, jobs, and residential programs and services.

Please call 407.898.7201 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

Programs & Services Available:

• Adult Day Training
• Residential Support
• Employment Services

Interfaith Emergency Services provides Emergency Assistance. They help those that are in need. They will interview you to determine how they can help you. Proper identification is required for those going to Interfaith for help. Emergency funds are given to clients in need of medication and a variety of other services. The payment will be made directly to the provider. Call for more information.

Reading Glasses are made possible through a partnership with the Lions Club, upon availability.

Call for more information.

This program provides weekend meals to children at risk of hunger. Participants are referred by school personnel. Backpacks are filled with food for every child in the household and can include: canned meat, shelf-stable milk, peanut butter and jelly, soup, applesauce, oatmeal, pasta, etc.

Call for more information.

Food Assistance is available to each household one time per month. Interfaith Emergency Services also provides groceries at Dunnellon and Marion Oaks. For information about these pantries, please call the office.

Hygiene items such as soap, deodorant and other items are provided when available.

Free Clothing Boutique is open throughout the week for those in need.
Hours: Monday - Friday, from 9:00am – 11:30am and 1:00pm – 3:30pm.