Alachua

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, Inc

This group works to empower young people to become confident, successful adults. It offers a wide range of programs and services.

Programs and Services:

  • Behavioral Health
  • Community Services - Facility Based
  • Education
  • Family Services
  • Residential Programs
  • Workforce Development

Haven Hospice

This hospice provides services for patients needing end-of-life care. They do not turn anyone away. They address the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of the patient and family. Care is provided wherever the patient calls home. If the patient can no longer remain in his own home, care can be given in one of Haven's Care Center. There are services for children and teens as well.

Services Include

Child Welfare Services - Department of Children and Families

Florida Department of Children and Families provides Child Welfare Services. These services are for children and families in need. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Services Include:

  • Adoption
  • Becoming a Foster Parent
  • Child Care
  • Children's Legal Services
  • Community-Based Care
  • Family Safety
  • Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children
  • Youth & Young Adults