The American Academy of Ophthalmology is known as AAO for short. It is the largest association of eye physicians and surgeons in the world. The mission of the group is to protect sight and empower lives. Please call or visit the website for more information.
***Staff are not able to provide medical or insurance related advice. And cannot recommend specific doctors***
This agency has counseling and monthly support groups for patients and their families. They provide medical equipment loans for patients with a doctor’s referral. They can grant limited financial assistance (medical equipment, counseling, etc.). They have self help groups. They have educational programs, information and referral services. You can sign up for their newsletter.
Please call or visit the website for all services.
This program helps with rides to medical appointments for older adults or disabled persons. Services are based on need. They will help no matter what your cultural, ethnic, or religious beliefs are.
Please call 407.644.7593 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
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