Family Assistance ServicesA Place for Grace is a Christian ministry. They provide food to those in need. Doors are open to people in need of clothes, food, and hygiene items.
Some of the Community Outreach Center's services are:
House of Prayer
GED Program
Recovery Program/Referrals
Meal Program
Emergency Relief.
Self Support Services ("Self-Sufficiency"):
407.556.3967
Thrift Store and Donations:
407.593.2969
Safe Haven for Newborns is here to help pregnant women of all ages. The group offers a variety of services.
Services:
A Woman's Addiction Recovery Effort (AWARE) helps women who are dealing with addiction. They offer several programs to help those in need. Please call 850.579.2314 ext. 121 or visit the website to learn more.
Services Include:
This agency helps developmentally delayed clients past the age of 22. Their goal is to promote independence so they can function within the community. Clients learn basic academics and can get computer training. They learn skills by going out into the community in small groups. They may go to the mall, library, grocery store or nursing home for hands-on learning and volunteer opportunities. They meet five days a week to reinforce everyday living skills.
Please see the website for more details.
AA is a group of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other. Their aim is to support each other in alcoholism recovery.
Please see the website for a list of meeting places.
East & Central Pasco - Hillsborough - 813.933.9722
East Pasco (Polk, Lake) - 863.687.9275
Lee County Area Intergroup offers an Alcoholics Anonymous support group. Call for more information.
SHINE is a free health insurance counseling program. Trained volunteers offer advice on Medicare, Medicaid, long term insurance, prescription assistance, and HMO's. Volunteers focus on consumer rights and protection. There are counseling offices throughout Pasco and Pinellas counties.
SHINE has its own website.
http://www.floridashine.org
Important numbers:
Senior Helpline – 1.800.963.5337
Outside Pasco/Pinellas area – 727.217.8111
Please see the website for more details.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program provides tax assistance to seniors. They are free all year to answer your tax questions. Please call 850.583.4606 or visit the website to learn more.
The Florida Abuse Hotline accepts reports 24 hours a day. Anyone who suspects that a child or vulnerable adult is abused or neglected needs to make a report. You can report online, by phone or by fax.
Abuse Hotline: 800.962.2873
Florida Relay Services: dial 711 or TTY: 800.955.8771
Si usted habla español y desea divulgar abuso, llame por favor el teléfono directo en 800-962-2873 para hablar con un consejero de habla hispana.
This group offers a variety of programs under their Academic Success service. These programs help kids navigate life’s daily challenges. They also give them the tools to excel at school, so that they can graduate and thrive. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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