Other Daily Needs ServicesThis church runs the Agape House. It provides free items for those in need. All that is required is a valid ID and a need. Once registered, clients can “shop” once every thirty days. The store is open on Mondays and Thursdays from 9am until 1pm. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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Grace Works Unlimited provides Age in Place. This program provides in-home non-medical care to seniors. They help seniors who cannot afford to privately pay for care themselves. Please call or visit website for more information.
APD serves those with developmental disabilities and their families. The goal of the agency is to help them live, learn, and work in their communities. Please call or visit the website for more information.
APD provides services for people who have specific disabilities. These services are meant to help with things like supported living, jobs, and case management. APD can also help you get referrals for other services you need. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
The Agency for Persons with Disabilities helps people with developmental disabilities. The group helps with living, learning, and working in the community. They offer a wide range of services. The available services and resources are to help people and their families. The group works with local organizations and private providers to support those being helped. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Advantage Aging Solutions is the local area agency on aging. It is also the aging and disability resource center. This group works to improve the quality of life for older adults. They offer many programs and services. The help is meant for older adults. It is also for persons with disabilities and caregivers. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Elder Helpline: 1.800.963.5337
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The Aging & Disability Resource Center is known as ARC for short. The ARC for this region is the Senior Connection Center, Inc. They are a nonprofit corporation. The group serves seniors and their caregivers. Staff help find services that might be needed. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Email: info@SCCmail.org
Toll Free:1.800.963.5337
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Aid to Victims of Domestic Violence (AVDA) runs a confidential crisis hotline for victims of domestic violence. They also offer emergency shelter, transitional housing, outreach, and other services.
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Alachua County Library District provides the Adult Literacy and ESOL program. It is a volunteer program providing basic reading skills and English language learning services to adults. Please contact by email at literacy@aclib.us or via the phone number provided. For more information, visit www.aclib.us/literacy.
The Emergency Financial Assistance Program provides one-time assistance with rent, mortgage, and/or utility assistance of up to $1,750. For more information, visit www.alachuacounty.us/depts/css/socialservices/pages/services.aspx or call the number below.
