Alachua

GCM - Clothing

GCM provides clothing to families who have lost everything due to a fire or other disaster. They also provide clothing for those who cannot afford to buy it due to a financial crisis. Clothing is provided every 3 months as needed for those in the program. Please call for more information.
You must call first for an appointment on Thursday at 9:00am.

GCM - Food Pantry

The food pantry provides emergency food for those in need. It is given during times when food is otherwise unavailable due to limited incomes. A two-day supply of food is given to each member of the household every 30 days. Please call for more information.

Gainesville Community Ministry (GCM)

GCM offers a number of services designed to help meet the challenges of those in need. They can help with food, clothing, job searches and more. They have dental and vision clinics. They offer parenting classes. Please see the website for more information.

Services include:

  • Clothing
  • Educational needs for Children
  • Food Pantry
  • GCM Dental Clinic
  • GCM Vision Clinic
  • GED
  • GRU Utility
  • JOBS FOR LIFE PROGRAM (Course Requirement in STEPS Program )
  • Job Search
  • Medical and Referral Services
  • Rental Deposit Assistance
  • Parenting Class
  • Physical Therapy Class
  • Prescription Assistance
  • S.T.E.P.S. Strategies To Empower People for Success
  • Therapeutic Assistance

Free Phones for Hearing/Speech Impaired-Florida Telecommunications Relay Service (FTRI)

FTRI provides specialized telephone equipment and ring signaling devices. The equipment is loaned to qualified, permanent Florida residents for as long as needed. These devices are loaned at no charge. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.

Voice: 800.222.3448
TTY: 888.447.5620
VP: 850.270.2641

4-H North Central Florida

4-H is open to all youth, ages 5-18. All counties in the State of Florida have a 4-H program. 4-H serves youth from all backgrounds and interests. It helps them develop their interests and talents to their full potential. Please see the website for more information.

(FDOT) 511 Traveler Information System-The Florida Department of Transportation

This system is a free phone and internet resource that provides real-time traffic information for all of Florida. Callers can also access public transit, airport and seaport information. Please call or visit the website for more info.

https://fl511.com/

    Services:
  • Accidents
  • Commuter Travel Times
  • Congestion
  • Construction
  • Lane Closures
  • Severe Weather Affecting Traffic

AMI Kids

Safe and affordable legal help with immigration. It is family based and the services you get will be made to fit your needs.
We help kids develop confidence and competency in vital life skills and educational areas.
The Programs we offer are:

  • Day Treatment
  • Family Services- home based family counseling and intervention
  • Infinity Schools - alternative school for those unable to perform in public school
  • Residential
  • WINGS -cares for the special needs of delinquent, pregnant young women

Call for more information.

Haven Attic Resale Stores

This resale store offers gently used clothing and furniture. They also have books, toys, housewares, antiques and jewelry. Proceeds of the sales of all items go towards the support of Haven Hospice. Donations are always welcome. Please call 352.378.7484 or go to the website to learn more and see all locations.