Family Assistance ServicesThis group runs the Senior Grocery Program. It helps feed low-income seniors in the community. All seniors aged 60 and up qualify. Enrollment in the program takes place at a distribution center. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Disabled American Veterans (DAV) helps America’s disabled veterans and their families.
Assistance includes:
Please call 727.319.7444 for or visit website for more information.
Seniors can meet to get information about Medicare, Medicaid and more. Please see the website for more information.
Toll Free: 1.800.262.2243
Second Harvest of the Big Bend partners with local food banks to help give food to those in need.
Services include:
Please call or visit website for more information.
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 runs the Supportive Services for Veteran Families Program: Lake City. The program offers temporary and supportive services. The goal of the program is to promote housing stability. The help is for veterans and veteran families. They are low to no income. There are requirements to participate. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Email: LakeCitySSVInfo@voa-fla.org
This Care Center provides end-of-life care. It address the physical, social, spiritual and emotional care of each patient. There are services for family members as well. The Care Center is there for those who can no longer remain in their home. The 16-bed center provides all the comfort of home along with full hospice services. Please see the website for more information.
Toll Free: 1.800.727.1889
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
The Program may Help you get Compensation for:
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 the (VPK) Voluntary Prekindergarten program. This program is for Florida children who are four years old. Offers services for students with special needs as well. Please call or visit the website for more information.
