LYNX provides the Youth Fare Program. Children under the age of 6 may ride free when accompanied by an adult. If they are riding alone, they may ride for $1. Those who are between ages 7 to 9 can get a Youth Pass without a Youth ID. Those who are between ages 10 to 18 or still in high school must show Youth ID.
Please call 407.841.5969 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
ACCESS LYNX is a shared ride program. It is a door-to-door transportation service. It helps people who can't use the normal fixed bus route. You can reserve a trip up to a week in advance. Please call or go to the website to learn more.
To Schedule a Trip: 407.423.8747
The Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program is known as EHEAP for short. It is offered by the Department of Elder Affairs which helps low-income households with at least one person age 60 and older. The help is for emergency energy related costs during the year. The payments are made directly to the vendor. Or by a two-party check to the vendor and client. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
HUD has a list of resources for people in Florida who are looking for help with paying rent. You can search for subsidized housing. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Call Toll Free: 800.569.4287
Florida Housing Finance Corporation offers an affordable housing finder. It is online and free. All of Florida is covered. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
LYNX provides public transportation. It operates in Orange, Osceola and Seminole Counties. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This group is a nonprofit. It offers a variety of ministries to help those in need.
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Money Management International helps consumers identify the cause of their individual financial concerns. 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: 866.550.8004
In-person Counseling is by Appointment Only
The Women's and Children's Shelter has 62 beds. They have a warm and safe environment. The services are for women and their children that are experiencing homelessness. Check in begins at 4:30 PM daily. This continues until the facility is full.
Please call 407.423.8581 extension 204, or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
VA offers home loans to Active Duty Service members and Veterans. This also applies to National Guard and Reserve members. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
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