Financial ServicesHUD can help you avoid foreclosure. They have several programs available. They can assist with finding help, avoiding scams, and knowing the law. Please call 904.232.2627 or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 800.225.5342 (Federal Housing Administration Resource Center)
Free Foreclosure Prevention Counseling: 888.995.4673
Connect is a referral service. It helps expectant parents and families with young children. The goal is to improve birth outcomes and child development. Please call 877.678.9355 or 352.313.6500, or visit the website to learn more.
Connect Phone: 877.678.9355
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This is an emergency assistance program. It helps those in danger of being homeless. You have to live in Gainesville or the surrounding counties to qualify. It is for those struggling with finances or those who need help with getting food. They have a food pantry you can go to once a month. They also help people having a hard time paying bills. These could be for rent, mortgages, or utilities. They can also help pay for medicine. Please call 352.372.0294 or visit the website to learn more.
Money Management International helps consumers identify the cause of their individual financial concerns. And then helps make a plan to address them. They are not a loan company and do not lend out money. Many services are offered for free. Others are at a low cost. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll Free: 800.750.2227
In-person Counseling is by Appointment Only
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The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low-income households meet their home energy needs. They can help with paying bills or starting service. Please call 352.493.1734 or go to the website to learn more.
This group offers the Critical Financial Assistance Program. The program helps military families with grants and not loans. Help is also given in the form of grocery cards. The payments are made directly to service providers. There are eligibility criteria that must be met. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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This group helps refugees adapt to their new homes. They help them gain financial security and make social adjustments. Please call 850.487.1111 or go to the website to learn more.
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This group offers temporary and supportive services. The help is for veterans and their families. It is for people with low or no income. The goal of the program is to promote housing stability. There are requirements to be able to participate. Please call 352.240.1340 or go to the website to learn more.
Email: GainesvilleSSVFinfo@voa-fla.org
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This program connects pregnant women, infants and families to resources. It aims to help make healthy homes for children. They can connect you to food, housing help, counseling, and jobs. Please call 877.678.9355 or go to the website to learn more.
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This group offers victim advocates. They can help the family apply for Crime Victim Compensation. It is a government program. That is offered in every state. Eligibility conditions may vary. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
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24-Hour Victim Helpline: 877.623.3435
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