This program may be able to help low income residents with low rent public housing. This program is income based.

Call or visit website for more information

This group helps people who have diseases of the eye that can cause blindness. They work specifically with issues that deal with the retina. The group connects people with resources that can help those who are living with vision loss. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

Jacksonville Chapter Contact and Email:
Cassandra Fridovich
cfridovich@fightingblindness.org

Resources Include:

LIHEAP helps those in need with their power bills. It is a one-time payment that is made directly to the power company. Households interested in applying should contact the Mid Florida Community Services office in their county for an appointment.

There are also funds for Crisis Energy Assistance. It helps households that have received a final notice or disconnection of services.

Please see the website for all services. Click on Our Programs/Energy Assistance.

The Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic is called LITC for short. It helps low-income individuals in disputes with the IRS. These disputes are for amounts up to $50,000. It can also help taxpayers respond to IRS notices. As well as correct account problems. Attorneys provide a wide range of services. Please call or visit the website for more information.

LSF Youth Shelters offers temporary shelter, counseling, and case management services to the residents. Ages 10 to 17. Call for more information.

This group helps people by talking with them one on one, with their families, or in groups. They help people who have been hurt or scared by things like violence or bad experiences. The goal is to help people feel better. Courtney, a golden retriever, is there to give comfort and support when needed.

Please call for more information.

Daystar Life Center provides internet access and a phone for people to use. They also let clients use their address to safely receive mail. This is helpful for people who are homeless, staying in temporary housing, or worried about their mail being stolen. Call 727.825.0442 for more information.

Marion Senior Services provides In-Home Support Services, such as:

• Adult Day Care
• Case Management
• Consumable Medical Supplies
• Emergency Alerts
• Energy Assistance
• Homemaker Services
• Legal Assistance
• Meals on Wheels
• Nutritional Supplements
• Personal Care
• Respite Care

There is a waiting list for most programs. Clients are ranked based on level of need. Fees for service are determined at the time of the in-home assessment. It will vary based on the client’s ability to pay. Fees range from no charge for Medicaid clients, to a small monthly co-pay for CCE clients, to full pay for private clients. Most programs are for persons at least 60 years of age. Medicaid also requires meeting income and asset criteria. The Home Care and Alzheimer’s programs require a caregiver in the home. Eligibility may also be based on need. Call for more information.

Martha’s House, Inc. is a non-profit agency serving victims of domestic and sexual violence, and other violent crimes.

They provide:

• Child Victim Advocacy
• Community Education and Prevention
• Community Outreach
• Counseling
• Emergency Shelter
• Legal Advocacy
• Survivor Support Groups
• Victim Advocacy

Call for more information.