Family Assistance ServicesOffering services to our clients physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Prevention services include our Worth Waiting for Abstinence and Hernando Teen Advisor programs. Offers support and assistance to people facing a pregnancy, or post-abortion stress. All services free of charge. Call for more information.
Two locations:
134 E. Fort Dade Ave.
Brooksville FL 34601
10495 Hearth Rd.
Spring Hill FL 34608
They are a Christ-centered non-profit ministry. They provide food. Doors are open to, but not limited to, the low-income, the homeless, and/or seniors in need of clothes, food, and hygiene items.
Some services are Community Outreach Center's House of Prayer, GED Program, Recovery Program/Referrals, Meal Program, and Emergency Relief.
Self Support Services ("Self-Sufficiency"):
407.556.3967
Thrift Stores and Donations:
407.593.2969
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.
This agency serves elderly victims of crime. It is for those who are not receiving services from any other victim aid program. It helps victims of fraud, robbery, assault, domestic abuse and more.
Services:
Crisis
Victim advocate
Supportive counseling
Court room orientation
Court escort services.
Seniors can get transportation related to the case, help with completion of paperwork and help with the victim compensation application. Seniors can get emergency legal advocacy. It is for anyone age 60 or over. This office serves Pasco and Pinellas counties.
Please see the website for all services.
Please see the website for all services.
Important numbers:
Victim Advocate – 1.800.963.5337
Outside Pasco/Pinellas areas: 727.217.8111
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 or visit the website to learn more.
AARP provides Senior Assistance. AARP helps seniors with a wide range of needs. Local resources are available through their website. Please call or visit website for more information.
