Charlotte

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast provides one-to-one mentoring relationships. These are for children ages 6-18 years old. The goal for children in the program is for them to achieve measurable outcomes. Such as educational success. The group provides children facing adversity with strong and enduring mentoring relationships. These are professionally supported. And change the lives of the children forever for the better. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Senior Friendship Centers - Elder Services

The Senior Friendship Center of Charlotte County focuses on services that are focused on nutritious meals and social engagement. Homebound seniors can receive meals at home. There are a total of four dining sites across the county. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Offers:

  • Companionship
  • Healthy Food
  • Games
  • Cards
  • Nutrition Education
  • Meal Delivery for the Homebound

Charlotte Towers Site

Accessible Housing-Goodwill

Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida provides housing to persons with physical disabilities. This housing is income sensitive. The housing is specially designed to meet the needs of people with physical disabilities. Applicants must meet medical and income requirements. Public transportation and trips to shopping centers, banks, schools. Must pass a background check to be considered.
Please call or visit the website for more information.

The Able Trust

This group is a public charity. They work to promote employment opportunities for persons with disabilities in Florida. The group focuses on research and outreach. As well as capacity building. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Southern Legal Counsel, Inc.

A not-for-profit public interest law firm. Operates statewide through Florida. They are committed to the ideas of equal justice and basic human and civil rights for all. Mainly helps individuals and groups with public interest issues who would not otherwise have access to the justice system. And whose cases might bring about systemic reform. Please call or visit the website for more information.