Daily Needs ServicesThis group provides long-term care. It is for older adults with a serious illness or a chronic condition. There are customized care plans available. Each plan is based on the individual needs of the patient. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Services Include:
This group runs a drive-thru food pantry. It is open on Saturdays from 7:30 am - 8:30 am. All in need are in welcome. Please call or visit the website to learn more
Lotus House provides a range of services to help homeless women, youth and children. They offer the Lotus House Thrift Chic Boutique which sells low cost clothing and household items. They are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 7 PM.
This group helps people who have diseases of the eye that can cause blindness. They work specifically with issues that deal with the retina. The group connects people with resources that can help those who are living with vision loss. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Jacksonville Chapter Contact and Email:
Cassandra Fridovich
cfridovich@fightingblindness.org
Resources Include:
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low-income households meet their home energy needs. They can help with paying bills or starting service. Please call 352.493.1734 or go to the website to learn more.
This group runs the Mandarin Food Bank. The mission of the food bank is to provide emergency food and clothing to those in need. They are open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 am - 11:30 am. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
This church runs the Manna Kitchen. It offers a free meal with sit down service. There is also a drive-thru option available. The kitchen also provides other resources. These can include bread, clothing, and small household items. The kitchen runs every Tuesday, from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Manna Ministries of Lake Placid provides a food pantry. They serve Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. SUMMER HOURS 2022: Monday & Thursday 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Call for more information.
The Food Pantry is open every Monday and Thursday, from 9 Am to 11 AM. They welcome anyone in need within the community.
Marion Senior Services provides In-Home Support Services, such as:
There is a waiting list for most programs. Clients are ranked based on level of need. Fees for service are determined at the time of the in-home assessment. It will vary based on the client’s ability to pay. Fees range from no charge for Medicaid clients, to a small monthly co-pay for CCE clients, to full pay for private clients. Most programs are for persons at least 60 years of age. Medicaid also requires meeting income and asset criteria. The Home Care and Alzheimer’s programs require a caregiver in the home. Eligibility may also be based on need. Call for more information.
