Other Family Assistance ServicesNORD offers resources for patients with rare diseases and their caregivers. These include free webinars, fact sheets, infographics, and more. The materials will provide guidance on the journey with a rare disease. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
The Pearl Nelson Center, managed by ARC Gateway, is the biggest group helping young children through Early Steps in our area. They offer various therapies and developmental lessons. These programs are for kids with learning and thinking challenges. They focus on families, teaching parents how to support their child’s growth and daily skills. You need a referral through Early Steps to join. Call or check their website for details.
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MHASWFL offers peer support groups for people with mental illnesses. These groups bring people dealing with similar things together. The meetings are private and informal. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
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This group runs the Pensacola Supportive Housing program. It is for persons with psychiatric disabilities. The program provides housing and support services. Rent is based on income. There are requirements that must be met to participate. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Email>: PensacolaInfo@voa-fla.org
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This group runs the Pensacola Veterans Village. This GPD program offers transitional housing. It also offers supportive services. The help is for homeless veterans. The help will stabilize them and prepare them for an independent life. There are requirements that must be met to participate. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Email: PensacolaInfo@voa-fla.org
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This group offers permanent housing. It is for low-income families in the community. The group has single family housing. It also has multifamily housing. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This group has a range of programs to help with elderly personal care. They ensure seniors live as comfortably as possible in their homes.
Please call 407.292.0177 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
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This group can help people get their personal identification. The services are free. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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This agency offers pet-friendly shelter. It is available during storm season in the event of a storm or other natural disaster. Pre-registration opens every year on the first of May. The shelter is only for those who live in a mandatory evacuation zone or mobile home. It is also for those who live in sub-standard housing. Proof of county residency must be shown to use the shelter. The shelter is not for humans. Please call or visit the website for more information.
