Transportation ServicesDisability Rights Florida provides free legal advocacy and rights protection to people with disabilities. Their attorneys provide aid in some of the following areas:
Visit the website below or call the following numbers for more information:
Lotus House provides the following to women in need:
Call for more information.
Marion Transit Services provide public transportation. This includes services for the transportation disadvantaged. They also help other sponsored and non-sponsored program recipients in Marion County on an advance reservation basis.
Service is provided according to the following needs as space is available:
Services Provided By Drivers:
Drivers will help passengers from their doorway into the vehicle. They will also help them from the vehicle to the main entrance of their destination. Most vans are wheelchair equipped. Drivers cannot assist wheelchairs over more than one step or curb. Wheelchairs must not be any wider than 31 inches. Oxygen bottles may be taken if securely attached to the wheelchair or in a small bottle carried by passenger.
Service Animals & Escorts:
All MCAT buses and trolleys have wheelchair lifts. Follow the driver's instructions at the bus stop when the bus arrives.
This group provides a welcoming, fun environment. It brings clients together to serve their essential needs. As well as nurturing their well-being. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Hillsborough County: 813.237.3066
Services Include:
GoodDays offers patient assistance and financial resources. You need to meet certain requirements to get help. Call or check out the website to learn more.
Types of help available:
Toll Free: 877.968.7233
This program helps with transportation. They can help with medical related travel. The trip may not be more than 200 miles one way. They also do not give rides. Please visit website to learn more.
Services include:
Matthew’s Hope offers a program called Moving Forward. It offers participants many options to choose from. The options offer them a chance to rebuild and repurpose their life. As well as help them build self-worth. And to restore dignity. Please call or visit the website for more information.
While in the Program - Services Available Include:
Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society provides Financial Assistance and Education. They help active and retired Navy and Marine Corps personnel and their families. This includes surviving spouses and reservists on active duty of 30 days or more.
They provide funds to help with a wide range of financial needs.
Common situations include:
This group offers a variety of need-based services. These services meet the needs of individuals. All help is on a temporary basis. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Services Include: