Hands of Mercy Everywhere

A Christian home for teen girls, teen moms, and their babies, 12-17 years of age providing all services and resources they require. Referrals come through CBC, DCF and other agencies.  They provide housing for 24 girls total in 3 houses on their property; placement assistance available; age out at 18 years of age.

Shepherd’s Lighthouse

Transitional housing for single mothers over 21 years of age with children from infant to 9 years old. “Short term stays for long term success.” You can stay up to 6 months. Private rooms. There is an application process and an income requirement. No DCF assistance provided. Women cannot be in an immediate domestic violence or substance abuse crises.  

Shepherd’s Lighthouse

Transitional housing for single mothers over 21 years of age with children from infant to 10 years old. Average stay is 3-6 months. Shepherd’s has six one bedroom, one bath apartments. Two duplexes with two bedrooms and two baths each. There is an application process and an income requirement. No DCF assistance provided. Women cannot be in an immediate domestic violence or substance abuse crises.  

Dunnellon Community Services

Food pantry is open on the first and third Mondays of each month from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Emergencies are by appointment only. Free lunch for anyone 60 and older and caregivers of a client on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Friday. Doors open at 10 a.m. with lunch served at 11:30 a.m. We close at 1 p.m.

Collier Senior Center

Collier Senior Center offers many programs and resources for seniors aged 60 years and older.

Services Include:
Meals
Emergency Financial Assistance for Seniors
Referrals
Education and Support
Arts and Crafts classes
Holiday Celebrations

Job Training Programs - Treasure Coast Food Bank

This agency has several job training programs. The programs are for the unemployed or underemployed. The programs include life skills training. They also include professional preparedness training. There is no charge for those who qualify. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Programs Available:

  • Barista Training
  • CDL Certifications
  • Culinary Training
  • Hospitality
  • Supply Chain Management