Daily Needs ServicesThis program has services which include boarding homes, shelter, utilities, food, bus passes and referrals to job programs. Clients must be willing to take part in a plan for self-sufficiency. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This group works with other agencies to provide hot meals. Meals are distributed at several locations at various times. Please see the website for locations and more information.
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 agency helps older adults find a place to live. They have several apartment communities for people who are 62 or older. Each community has someone called a Service Coordinator who can help you get services like food stamps. There are also fun activities planned for people who live there.
To learn more, please call 727.893.1313 ext. 1151 or visit the website.
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 agency delivers meals five days a week to homebound seniors who are unable to prepare their own meals. Two frozen weekend meals are provided on Friday. Free dog and cat food is also available for pet owners. It is delivered on the first Saturday of every month by Humane Society volunteers.
The cost of each meal is $4.75. Please call the office if you cannot afford to pay for meals.
This group operates the Nativity Food Pantry. It has weekly food distribution. The pantry operates in the Brandon and Valrico areas. Registration is required in order to receive food from the Food Pantry. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Hours of Operation: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. every Thursday
Pace Center runs a year-round day program for girls. Teachers help middle and high school students with education. Counselors help with support, life skills training, and career prep. They offer help at home, as well as at schools and within the local community. These services are tailored for each girl and the program is free. Please call or visit the website for locations and to learn more.
HUD has a list of resources for people in Florida who are looking for help with paying rent. You can search for subsidized housing. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
24 hour helpline: 866.698.6155
