The FDOT runs the Safe Mobility for Life Program. One service they offer is called Find a Ride Florida. It offers seniors access to local medical and non-medical transportation options. This is to help make sure they can remain independent within their communities. Find a ride does not offer any services. The program just helps people find transportation providers in their area. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Mercy Medical Angels offers transportation programs. They help with non-local medical-related treatment travel. Gas cards are available for multiple trips that total over 50 miles. The programs do not give rides.
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This program helps with transportation. They can help with medical related travel. The trip may not be more than 200 miles one way. Please visit website to learn more.
This agency helps people with swallowing disorders.
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Vitas Healthcare provides several hospice programs and support programs for family and caregivers.
The Red Cross provides relief to victims of disasters. They help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. They also offer first aid and CPR courses.
This agency works to help the aging citizens of the county. They offer a variety of programs and services for seniors. They also offer support and resources for caregivers. The services are either free or priced based on income. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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This agency is a not-for-profit. They are the lead agency for senior services in the county. They offer a variety of programs and services. The help is to support the independence and quality of life of seniors. It also supports their health and safety.
This group has a Reunification Housing program. The group works with Brevard Family Partnership. This program provides housing. It is for parents that the only thing left they need to reunite with their children is housing. Their children are being cared for by others through a court order. They must go through their case manager at Brevard Family Partnership. The parents must also meet basic qualifications for housing. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This group has the Safe Overnight Stay Shelter program. It is called S.O.S. for short. It is a very short-term shelter program. It is for families who are unexpectedly or suddenly experiencing homelessness. The program focuses more on those families who are dealing with homelessness for first-time. There are two locations. One is in the south part of the county. The other is in the north part. Families have to call and be referred by 2-1-1. Please call or visit the website for more information.