Other Family Assistance ServicesSecond Harvest of the Big Bend partners with local food banks to help give food to those in need.
Services include:
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SSA has two programs for disability benefits. They are different but have the same medical requirements. The programs pay benefits to individuals. As well as certain family members. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Programs Available:
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This group offers a support network. It is for those who are overcoming heart or stroke challenges. The network covers a variety of topics. People can share experiences and wisdom with others on the same path. You can learn how to make your experience smoother. You can also learn how to make it easier to manage. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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This agency offers a range of services to those with cancer. Someone is available to talk to 24 hours a day. You may also chat live with someone online.
Services include:
MADD helps those who have been affected by a drunk or drugged driving crash. They provide emotional support. As well as a variety of other kinds of assistance. All services are provided at no cost to victims and survivors. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
24 Hour Helpline: 1.877.623.3435
MADD Victim Advocates can help the family apply for Crime Victim Compensation. Every state offers this type of benefit. Eligibility conditions may vary. Please see the website for more information.
Costs that may be compensated:
This program helps victims of crimes committed by Florida inmates. Victim/Survivors notification service available. Victim/Survivors may also register to learn when an inmate is released, transferred, escapes or dies. The VINE service is confidential. Please see the website for more information.
Toll Free: 1.877.884.2846
This agency offers help for victims and witnesses who are involved in civil and criminal litigation proceedings. These must be proceedings in which the U.S. is a party. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free:1.866.416.2071
Services Provided to Crime Victims & Witnesses Include:
MIECHV is short for Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting. The MIECHV/PAT program is free and voluntary. It serves families with newborns and young children. The goals of the program are to provide parents with child development knowledge, parenting support, school readiness and more. Please call or visit the website for more information. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
