Other Daily Needs ServicesFTRI provides specialized telephone equipment and ring signaling devices. The equipment is loaned to qualified, permanent Florida residents for as long as needed. These devices are loaned at no charge. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Voice: 800.222.3448
TTY: 888.447.5620
VP: 850.270.2641
This group offers Healthy Aging workshops. These are to help older adults lead a healthy, active lifestyle. The workshops are free. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Workshops Available:
MIECHV / Parents as Teachers is free for parents with infants and young kids in stressful life situations. They teach parents and caregivers skills to help their kids be healthy, stay safe, and succeed in school.
Alachua and Marion counties: for kids up to age 3.
Bradford, Columbia, Hamilton, and Putnam counties: for kids up to age 5.
Please call or visit the website to learn more.
How to enroll: Call Parents as Teachers at 877-678-9355 or text “Connect” at 352-415-0091
Hidden Helpers program helps military youth who are experiencing physical and emotional issues due to war. Please call or visit the website for resources and more information.
Available Guides and Resources Include:
This group can help with home and community-based care. Counselors can help clients understand the options that may be available. This help is a single-entry point to access a variety of programs. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Services Can Include:
HUD provides a list of information and other resources on their website. It is to help those in Florida experiencing homelessness. It is also for anyone who is close to being homeless. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 800.225.5342
This group offers housing programs. These are for military families. There are four different programs. They are designed to help at every stage of their transition into civilian life. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Email: Florida@operationhomefront.org
Programs Available:
This law firm can help with housing legal issues. This can include landlord/tenant disputes or eviction. Please call 352.372.0519 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 866.256.8091
The lifeline assistance program provides free cell phone service to low-income customers. Those who qualify also receive a free phone. There is a limit of one account per household. Other terms may apply. Visit the website to learn more.
This is a federal program that lowers the cost of phone and internet service. Low-income households can apply for a monthly discount up to $9.25. Call or visit the website to learn more information.
