Thrift Stores - Salvation Army Lee, Hendry, and Glades County
This group runs a thrift store. The stores sell a variety of gently used items. It has locations across the country. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
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Shelter - The Salvation Army
This group runs a shelter. It provides a range of protection and support services. These services help people learn how to regain their independence. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Services Include:
- Case Management
- Connection to Community Resources
- Employment Assistance
- Life Skills Classes
Salvation Army - Lee, Hendry, and Glades Counties
The Salvation Army provides social services to those in need. Contact for more information or help.
Services:
- AIDS Care and Counseling Facilities
- Alcohol Rehabilitation for the addicted
- Child Care Centers
- Correctional Services
- Disaster Relief Services
- Drug Rehabilitation
- Family and Career Counseling
- Food for the Hungry
- Holiday Assistance
- Hospitals and Medical Facilities
- Services for Seniors
- Shelters for battered wives and children
- Shelter for the homeless
- Summer Camps
- Vocational Training
Oasis Youth Shelter - Lutheran Services Florida
This group provides residential services as a part of the Family Focus program. It offers short-term shelters. The shelter is for runaways, troubled youth, and pregnant teens (under 18). The goal is to protect and house teens in crisis. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Patient Resources - National Organization of Rare Disorders
NORD offers resources for patients with rare diseases and their caregivers. These include free webinars, fact sheets, infographics, and more. The materials will provide guidance on the journey with a rare disease. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Crime Victims' Services - Florida Office of the Attorney General
The office advocates for victims and victims’ rights. It may help with the financial impact of a crime. Call or visit the website to learn more.
Services Include:
- Case updates
- Compensation program
- Financial help for medical care
- Referrals to local resources
Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches
Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches provides a range of services and programs to children in need. Services are for youth ages 8 through 18 years of age. Trained staff is available to offer security and guidance. Counseling services are available for children, and their parents.
Services include:
- Community Based Services
- Harmony in the Streets
- Residential Care Services
- Summer Camp
Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)
The Agency for Health Care Administration is known as AHCA for short. It administers the Medicaid program in Florida. They are also responsible for the licensing of health care facilities in the state. The group also shares health care data. This is done through the Florida Center for Health Information and Public Policy. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Florida Division of Blind Services
The Florida Division of Blind Services is a part of the Department of Education. They offer braille and talking books. They also offer downloadable books. These are for the visually impaired. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll Free: 800.342.1828