Second Harvest of the Big Bend partners with local food banks to help give food to those in need.

Services include:

• Food Bank Operations
• Senior Grocery Program
• Backpack Program
• Afterschool Meals Program
• Summer Food Program
• Food on the Move
• School Pantry
• Disaster Relief
• Mobile Pantry
• Emergency Food & Shelter Program

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:

• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Click here to locate the office nearest you

Goodwill provides a range of services to those in need.

Services include:

• Career Training Centers
• GED & Adult Preparation Course
• Hospitality Training
• Job Placement Services
• Job Training
• Money Sense
• Offender Re-Entry Assistance
• QuickBooks
• Veteran Services

Please call or visit website for more information.

Additional Locations:
2173 Crawfordville Highway
Crawfordville, Florida
32327
850.926.2253

2309 Apalachee Parkway
Tallahassee, Florida
32301
850.216.2437

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.

Topics:

CARD is a group that works with people with Autism or related disabilities. They also work with their families. The group offers free consultations, resources, and emotional support to those in need. Their goal is to help clients build knowledge and confidence in their daily lives and their care. Please call 1.800.769.7926 or visit the website to learn more.

Services Include:

Lake Ellen Baptist Church help the community with support services.
Services

• Respite Care
• Support Groups

Meets Mondays to serve clients and families with Dementia.
Please call for more info.

The VA provides support services to veterans. They can help you file a claim or find a local resource. Help with medical care, disability and also has special services for homeless vets. Please call or see the website for more info.

Types of services:

• Caregiver Support
• Disability Compensation
• Educational Assistance
• Employment Services
• Geriatrics and Extended Care
• Home Loans
• Homeless Veterans
• Operations Iraqi/Enduring Freedom
• Pharmacy
• Primary Care
• Research
• Social Work
• Spinal Cord Injury

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:

Goodwill offers thrift stores to help the needy if Florida. Please call or visit our website for more info.

Retail Store Locations & Hours:
Appalachee Parkway
2309 Appalachee Parkway
Tallahassee, FL 32301
850.216.2437
Mon. – Sat. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Bradfordville Store
6810 Thomasville Road
Tallahassee, FL 32312
850.893.3566
Mon – Sat. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Capital Circle Store
2729 Capital Circle Northeast
Tallahassee, FL 32308
850.386.2985
Mon – Sat. 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

GW Fashions (Boutique)
2934 Capital Circle Northeast (next door)
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Everyday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Main Facility
300 Mabry St.
Tallahassee, FL 32304
850.576.3176
Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m.; Sun 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Mall Store
2578 North Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32303
850.385.0716

Assists in applying for benefits provided by USVA and other federal agencies:

• home loans
• mental health counseling
• service-related medical problems
• shelter and counseling for homeless vets
• women veteran outreach