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Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE) - Elder Options
This program is called SHINE for short. It is a free service. The program has counselors that can help clients navigate Medicare. This will let clients make informed decisions about coverage. The help is for seniors. It is also for their families and caregivers. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Email: shine@agingresources.org
Social Security Disability -Social Security Administration
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:
- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
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Support Services - Blood Cancer United
This group provides information, resources, and support for those affected by blood cancers. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
Supportive Services for Veteran Families Program: Gainesville - Volunteers of America
This group is for low to no income veterans who are homeless or are at risk of becoming homeless. Please call 352.240.1340 or go to the website to learn more.
Email: GainesvilleSSVFinfo@voa-fla.org
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The Connect Program - Healthy Start of Central & North Florida Coalitions
This program helps pregnant women, infants and families. It connects them to resources. It aims to help make healthy homes for children. They can connect you to food, housing help, counseling, and jobs. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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Transition Youth Program
This agency has the Transition Youth program. It helps those with disabilities. They help them get or keep a job after high school. Please call 352.560.6029 or go to the website to learn more.
Program Includes:
- Job Exploration Counseling
- Peer Mentoring
- Post-secondary Educational Counseling
- Self-advocacy Training
- Work-based Learning Experience (WBLE)
- Work Readiness Training
Tri-Counties Care Center - Haven Hospice
This Care Center has end-of-life care. They focus on the physical, social, spiritual and emotional needs of its patients. There are services for family members as well. The Care Center is for those who can no longer live in their own home. They have 16 beds with full hospice service and the comforts of home. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Tri-County Nursing Home
Tri-County Nursing Home offers 24-hour nursing care. It provides a range of services to meet the needs of patients. Please call 352.463.1222 or go to the website to learn more.
Care Options:
- Skilled Nursing Units
- Intermediate Care
- Special Care Unit
- Long-Term Care
Rehabilitation Services:
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Therapy
Tri-County Pregnancy Center
This ministry gives families emotional support and help for free. They reach women dealing with an unplanned pregnancy. They help families plan for the future of their children and themselves. They are not a medical facility. They do not offer medical advice. Please call 352.528.0200 or go to the website to learn more.
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