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

ElderCare of Alachua county offers a variety of services to those aged 60 and above. They also run the Senior Recreation Center in Gainesville.

Services include:

• Meals on Wheels
• Homemaking
• Respite Care
• Daycare for Alzheimer Patients
• Emergency Alert Response
• Past Due Utility Bill Assistance
• Transport to medical appointments

Call or visit website for more information.

Beach Care Services provides emergency assistance to those in need who live and work in the Panama City Beach area.

Services include:

• Rent Payments
• Utilities
• Transportation
• Prescriptions
• Food
• Clothing
• Employment Information

Please call or visit the website to learn more.

This is an emergency assistance program for people in danger of becoming homeless. It is for residents of Alachua, Bradford, Dixie, Gilchrist and Levy counties. Please call 352.372.0294 or visit the website to learn more.

The Economic Opportunities Council of Indian River County, Inc. helps people who are in urgent need. They might assist with paying for rent, mortgage, food, and getting ID. There are certain requirements you need to meet. To find out more, please call them or check their website.

The Salvation Army provides emergency assistance. The services are for families and people who need help. Help is given with dignity and respect. They can provide food and help with money. They also help when there is a disaster. Please call or go to the website to learn more.

The Outreach Ministry offers emergency assistance to those in the community.

They provide an annual community giveaway also, offering:

• Food
• Household Items
• Person Care Items
• Toys

Please contact for more information.