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.
This is a federal program that lowers the cost of phone and internet service. Low-income households can apply for a monthly discount up to $9.25. Call or visit the website to learn more information.
The Opportunity Shop is a thrift shop. They sell items such as clothing and furniture at a discounted price. All profits are donated back to the local community. Please call or go to the website to learn more.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 10AM - 2PM
This is a program for persons 60 years of age or over. They offer services designed to support seniors to live independently in their own homes. There may be a co-pay based on ability to pay. Call or visit the website for more information.
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The Housing Division of the Sumter County Government offers housing assistance. Help is for home owners and renters. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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The Board of County Commissioners is a part of the Sumter County Government. They are the legislative and governing body of the county. Please call or visit the website for more information.
NewboRN Home Visiting is a free program for women in Alachua County who give birth there. Within a week a registered nurse or midwife will visit. They will check on the health of the baby and mother, as well as help with breastfeeding and nutrition, give tips of how to safely care for the baby, and help connect the family to other local resources. Call or visit the website for more information.
This program helps pregnant women dealing with substance abuse. It connects them with nurses who make home visits. Nurses provide a range of support services to help with health. Please call 352.317.5194 or go to the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 1.877.678.9355
Parents as Teachers is free for parents with infants and young kids in stressful life situations. They teach parents and caregivers skills to help their kids be healthy, stay safe, and succeed in school. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Alachua and Marion counties: for kids up to age 3.
Bradford, Columbia, Hamilton, and Putnam counties: for kids up to age 5.
How to enroll: Call Parents as Teachers at 877.678.9355 or text “Connect” at 352.415.0091
This program helps pregnant women, infants and families. It connects them to resources. It aims to help make healthy homes for children. They can connect you to food, housing help, counseling, and jobs. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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