Family Assistance ServicesThis 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.
This program offers scholarships to students with Unique Abilities. Scholarships help families have school choices and/or use funds to help with educational needs. Please call or visit website for more information.
Family Promise of the Big Bend, provides affordable housing to veterans. They have a 54-unit affordable housing site. They also provide furniture and rental payment assistance.
Please call or visit website for more information.
Northwest Florida Regional Center provides the following services:
Please call or visit website for more information.
Florida Department of Health in Gadsden County offers health and education services. They can help with clinical services, nutrition, and wellness. Please call or visit the website for more information.
The state of Florida offers health insurance for children from birth through age 18, even if one or both parents are working. It includes four different parts.
Some of the services Florida KidCare covers are:
This office offers a variety of legal services. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Projects/Services:
This group offers food assistance. It is for individuals and families struggling with food insecurity. The help provides supplemental food. It also provides help with SNAP enrollment. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Florida Telecommunications Relay Service provides phones for those who qualify.
Phones are for those who are:
Please call or visit website for more information.
Voice: 800.222.3448
TTY: 888.447.5620
VP: 850.270.2641
