Elder Helpline - Elder Options
This is free telephone help line. It connects seniors with information, services, and resources. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll-Free:1.800.262.2243
Email: options@agingresources.org
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Modest Needs Foundation
This agency offers one-time emergency money. You must apply online through their website. There are different types of grants, depending on the need. The Homecoming Heroes grant is for Veterans. Please see the website for more information.
Florida Office of the Attorney General
The purpose of the Attorney General's office is to enforce the laws of Florida. Their aim is to protect consumers from fraud, identity theft and more. The Crime Victims program helps those who have been a victim of crime to get financial compensation. Please see the website for more information.
Toll Free: 1.866.966.7226
Florida Relay/TTY: 1.800.955.8771
Programs and Units Include:
- Civil rights
- Consumer information
- Consumer investigations
- Crime Victims services
- Criminal appeals
- Criminal justice programs
- Cyber safety and education
- Lemon law
- Medicaid fraud
- Seniors v. Crime
U.S. Attorney's Office Middle District of Florida
The U.S. Attorney's Office strives to see justice for victims of federal crime. They uphold the rights of victims and witnesses. Their goal is to prosecute cases fairly and justly. Services to victims may include notice of case events, referrals to medical providers or help with transportation. Please see the website for more information.
Services Include:
- Help with child care
- Help with travel arrangements
- Information concerning case proceedings
- Information concerning victims' rights
- General information
- Notice of case events
- Referrals to medical and/or social service providers
SHINE - Suwannee County Sites
Seniors can meet to learn about Medicare, Medicaid, and other topics. Please call 800.262.2243 or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 800.262.2243
Suwannee County Counseling Sites:
Branford Public Library - 703 SW Suwannee Ave. Branford
Jo Kennon Library - 10655 Dowling Park Dr. Dowling Park
Live Oak City Hall - 101 White Ave., SE, Live Oak,
Live Oak Library - 1848 Ohio Ave S Live Oak
Crime Victim Compensation- MADD
This government group offers victim advocates and helps them apply for the Crime Victim Compensation. Eligibility conditions may vary. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
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24-Hour Victim Helpline: 877.623.3435
The Program may Help you get Compensation for:
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) - First Baptist Church of Live Oak
This group meets twice a month at the First Baptist Church of Live Oak. Mothers of preschoolers meet to find encouragement and support. It is a safe place for moms to get together and discuss everyday problems. Please call to confirm times.
Meeting times:
2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
September-May
Women's Services - Suwannee County Health Department
This health department offers a variety of services for women. All services are confidential. Teens are welcome as well. Services are based on a sliding fee scale. Please call 386.362.2708 to make an appointment.
- Basic Infertility Services
- Birth Control
- Breast Exams
- Cervical Cancer Screenings
- Natural Family Planning Counseling
- Post Partum Exams
- Pregnancy Testing and Counseling
- STD Testing and Treatment
- WIC
- Women's Annual Exams
School Health Services - Suwannee County Health Department
This health department offers a variety of services for children. They can get dental and primary care services. Please call to make an appointment or visit the website to learn more.
Services Include:
Dental Services - Suwannee County Health Department
This health department has dental services for children and young adults between 4 and 20 years of age. It is for those who have Medicaid. Please call 386.362.2708 for an appointment.
Services Include:
- Cleanings
- Exams
- Extractions
- Fillings
- X-rays