Other Family Assistance ServicesThis program is called JOTS for short. It provides toys and gifts to children. The help is for those families experiencing homelessness. It is also for those families with financial hardships. Please call 850.257.5786 or visit the website to learn more.
This group runs the Justin’s Place Recovery Program. The program lasts 12 months. It works to combat drug and alcohol abuse. The program is for men and women. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Email: intake@stmatthewshouse.org
This facility is for youth 12 to 17 years old. ACTS treat those who are using and addicted to drugs or alcohol. This secure center provides detox, stabilization, and short-term treatment and referral services.
Please see the website for more information.
This group runs the Kairos Outside program. It is a weekend retreat for females over the age of 20. They have loved ones that have been or are in jail. It is a safe environment where women interact with other women in similar situations. The retreat is made up of a series of talks and activities. Sharing is voluntary. The retreat is Christian in nature. However, there is no religious affiliation required to attend. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This group offers the Keeping Up program. It is for students that have been suspended from school. The program offers a safe place for the student to continue their educational pursuit. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This agency provides shelter for abused and neglected children. They provide treatment for children who have experienced chronic trauma. Children stay at the Home for 9 to 10 months. They are between the ages of 6 and 17.
The Kimberly Home offers a Housing Program. The program provides transitional housing to pregnant women and new moms. While participating in the program, residents receive help in finding a permanent home. They will also have the chance to participate in a number of informative classes. Please see the website for more information.
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The Lake City Cabins for Veterans runs the Lake City GPD program. The program offers transitional housing. It also offers supportive services. The help is for veterans. It will stabilize and help prepare them for a life of independence. Rent is based on income. A veteran is able to stay in the program for up to two years. There are requirements to participate in the program. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This program provides housing. It also provides supportive services. The help is for chronically homeless individuals. They have a mental illness or a substance abuse disorder. The program will help stabilize participants. It will also prepare them for a life of independence. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Email: lakecityinfo@voa-fla.org
Program Offers:
St. Peter's has volunteers who provide free laundry service on Wednesday mornings at 8:30 am, at the Laundromat & Cleaners in the Winn-Dixie Plaza. It is at 18th and 17-92 in Sanford. Laundry money, detergent and bleach are supplied.
The last wash must be in by 9:30 am. Limit: one load per person.
