Daily Needs ServicesDisability Compensation is paid to veterans who were injured or contracted a disease while on active duty. They also help veterans can get free claims counseling if needed. Claims Examiners are at several sites. They are also at each VA Medical Center and many VA Outpatient Clinics.
Please see the website for all Claim Examiner Sites.
Safelink/Lifeline wireless phones are provided by TracFone to provide telephone service to those in need.
Those who qualify receive a free phone with free monthly minutes.
Those who live in Section 8 housing or receive Medicaid or food stamps may qualify.
Please call for more information.
The Salvation Army provides the Domestic Violence Program. They offer a variety of free, confidential services to survivors of domestic violence abuse.
Please call 850.769.7989 or visit website for more information. They also provide a 24 Hour Hotline: 850.763.0706
This group helps with emergency assistance for people and families in need. Screening appointments are done over the phone. There is no income cap for most programs and services they offer. This program is offered at all four or their offices. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Services Include:
Financial assistance for housing
Utilities
Prescriptions
Food
This agency helps those who have been wounded while in the military.
Services:
Rent, utilities, groceries and vehicle assistance.
Help with travel expenses to and from medical facilities.
OFR is always in need of donations and volunteers.
Please see the website for more information.
Family Service Agency of Bay County, Inc. provides diapers and other items for babies from families in need. Please call 850.785.1721 for more information.
Farm Share supplies local communities in need with fresh food. They distribute food at various locations throughout Florida. They serve South Central Florida, North East Florida, and North West Florida. Please call 305.246.3276 or visit the website to learn more.
Feeding the Gulf Coast serves those in need all through the Florida Panhandle. They work with member organizations and special programs to offer nutritious food to people dealing with poverty, personal crisis, or disasters. They also have a free Afterschool Meals Program that feeds any child aged 18 and under. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Programs include:
Northwest Florida Regional Center provides the following services:
Please call or visit website for more information.
This group offers several food assistance programs. These programs provide food to struggling families. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Programs Include:
