The mission of Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida is to improve the lives of low income persons and eligible residents of Broward County. in our community. Please call or visit the website for more info.

We assist with:

• Elder/Senior (+60)
• Economic Health
• Family Law
• Pro Bono Program (Broward Lawyers Care)

This agency can help you consolidate and manage your debts. It starts with a free debt counseling service. Then, your counselor will develop a plan to reduce your debt and set up a payment plan. There are also free online debt management classes.

Please see the website for details.

InCharge is a non-profit agency that helps with debt management. This includes combining all credit card payments into one monthly amount. The agency works with creditors to lower interest rates. It delivers a plan to pay off credit cards in much less time.

Services include:

• Bankruptcy Pre-Discharge Counseling
• Bankruptcy Pre-Filing Counseling
• Budget & Credit Counseling
• Debt Management Program
• Forclosure Prevention Help
• Military Debt Relief
• Pre-Purchase Housing Counseling

American Red Cross offers disaster assistance. Services for those in the Armed forces are available as well. Their programs and services are open to all. Please call 941.379.9300 or visit their website to learn more.

This is an emergency assistance program. It helps those in danger of being homeless. You have to live in Gainesville or the surrounding counties to qualify. It is for those struggling with finances or those who need help with getting food. They have a food pantry you can go to once a month. They also help people having a hard time paying bills. These could be for rent, mortgages, or utilities. They can also help pay for medicine. Please call 352.372.0294 or visit the website to learn more.

The Salvation Army provides Emergency Financial Assistance. This program helps families pay rent and utilities. Please call or visit website for more information.