Ronald McDonald House Charities of North Central Florida
Ronald McDonald House Charities is called RMHC for short. It is a nonprofit. It works to keep families close to their children during difficult times.
Lafayette
Lafayette
Children's Wishes - Make-A-Wish Foundation
This agency grants wishes to children that have a life-threatening illness. It is for children ages 2 1/2 to 17. Anyone can refer a child for a wish. The group then works with the child’s doctor to see if they are eligible. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll Free: 888.874.9474
Suwannee River Economic Council -Transportation Disadvantaged (Dixie, Gilchrist, and Lafayette)
This agency provides transportation to those who can't drive themselves. This includes seniors and those with disabilities. Please call for more information.
To schedule a ride: 352.498.5018 (Dixie)
Lafayette District Schools - Adult Education
This school district offers G.E.D and Adult Education classes. Please call for more information.
Lafayette County Schools
This school district provides adult studies preparation (ABE). They have Adult Studies Review for GED. They also offer adult high school and vocational training. There is no cost for tuition or books for a majority of the adult studies programs. It is for students 16 years and over. They must not be currently enrolled in high school. Please call for more information.
PhRMA
PhRMA represents the leading research companies in the nation. These companies are in the biopharmaceutical industry. They are working towards a patient-centered health care system. And want to make medicines more affordable. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Immigration Legal Services - Catholic Charities
The group offers low cost legal help. It focuses on immigration. Call or visit the website for more information.
For Appointments Call: 904.354.5904 ext. 318
Email: immigrationdepartment@ccbjax.org
Services Can Include:
- Path to Citizenship
- Filing Family Petitions
- Renew Green Cards or Employment Authorization Cards
Immigration & Legalization Services-Diocese of St. Augustine
This program offers legal help to immigrants. Clients must fall below a certain financial level to qualify. Please call for more information.
Legal Help - Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Inc.
This group provides free civil (non-criminal) legal help. Clients must live in the service area. Please call 904.356.8371 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
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Polk County Residential Care Services - Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches
Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches offers residential care to children in need. It runs several child-care campuses throughout the state. Please call or visit the website to learn more.