ELS offers English language programs and courses. The English for Speakers of Other Languages program is known as ESOL for short. This program is English classes for U.S. citizens and residents. As well as those with other qualifying statuses. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Lifeline is an easy-to-use personal response service device. It ensures that older adults and disabled persons living at home get quick assistance whenever it is needed.
Please call or see the website for details.
This agency helps those with special needs and their families. There are many programs to help people with disabilities. These programs help them address life's challenges and achieve personal goals.
Services include:
This group is known as FTRI for short. It is a statewide, nonprofit organization. They run a distribution program for specialized telecommunication equipment. This equipment is for those who are deaf or hard of hearing. Those who are deaf/blind or speech disabled are also eligible. This group is also responsible for education and the promotion of the Florida Relay Service. Please call or visit the website for more information.
The Salvation Army helps the needy with utility bills and rent. Also available are baby items (diapers, etc.), hygiene supplies, bedding and bath items, and paper goods. Please call for an appointment if you need financial help.
This thrift store helps people in many ways. If there is a family in crisis, they can provide them with everything to make their situation bearable. If they are homeless, once they are able to help them attain housing, HOPE can provide them with basic needs. A portion of the sales enables them to help families with aid such as: rent, utilities and car repairs.
Many agencies in the Central Florida area refer their families to HOPE. They need items such as clothing, shoes, household items, school supplies, furniture, bedding, infant items and more.
HOPE Community Thrift Store Hours
Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm
This pantry provides non-perishable food, produce, meat and fresh bread, 4-days per week. This is free. They also have a summer lunch program for the disadvantaged children of the community.
Please call 407.366.3422 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
Food Pantry Hours:
Tuesday/Thursday: 9 AM - 2 PM
Wednesday/Saturday: 9 AM - 12 PM
Hope Help's mission is to prevent and reduce homelessness in Central Florida. They help individuals and families to become self-sufficient through Housing, Outreach, Prevention, and Education.
Services include a food pantry and thrift store. They also have a resource center that helps with referrals and social services. Volunteers offer training courses on specific subjects. All of these services can be found at the Village of HOPE.
Please see the website for more details.
The Humane Society has an online list to help pet owners in need. A state-by-state list of other helpful organizations is also provided. Pet food and helping with spay/neuter needs are among areas of help for pet owners. They also have advice for what to do if your pet needs emergency care and you cannot afford a vet.
Click HERE for resources to help care for your pet.
Click HERE for assistance with affording your pet.
Click HERE for help finding your pet a new home.
Please see the website for more details.
Click HERE for resources to help care for your pet.
Click HERE for assistance with affording your pet.
Click HERE for help finding your pet a new home.
Please see the website for more details.
Please see the website for more details.