Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches provides residential care to children in need. It is for ages 8 through 18. Youth are cared for by "cottage parents" who helps them. Each child must be recommended by the local Sheriff. Please call 386.842.5501 or visit website for more information on Residential Care.

This group runs a residential recovery program for men. It is known as Sanctuary Men’s House. The program lasts for nine months. It includes a work therapy program. The program also has a 12-step recovery program. Residents must attend church and participate in bible study. Please call or visit the website for more information.

This agency provides transitional housing for anyone without a home. The Path does not accept walk-ins or reserve beds. You must call first to ask about bed space and guidelines for the program. Please see the website for more information.

This is a shelter for victims of violence in the home, sexual or physical abuse. Many support services are offered, including food, shelter and counseling. Please see the website for more information.

This shelter ministry provides safe housing for families and individuals who need a place to live. Some housing is for low-income families. Some housing is for those with disabilities. There are services for the homeless and Veterans. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Housing Services Include:

• Bethany Family Apartments - for homeless with disabilities
• Benedict Haven - for those with a psychiatric diagnosis
• Catholic Charities Family Housing - family and single apartments
• HIV/AIDS Housing Services - housing and resources for those with HIV/AIDS
• Housing Counseling
• HUD 202 Elderly Housing - apartment communities for seniors
• Pasco County Women's Shelter - temporary shelter for women and children
• Pinellas Hope I and II - housing & services for the homeless

This agency offers a range of services to those with cancer. Someone is available to talk to 24 hours a day. You may also chat live with someone online.

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The Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program is known as EHEAP for short. It is offered by the Department of Elder Affairs which helps low-income households with at least one person age 60 and older. The help is for emergency energy related costs during the year. The payments are made directly to the vendor. Or by a two-party check to the vendor and client. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

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This agency runs several youth crisis shelters. They provide residential group care. The help is for youth between the ages of 10 and 17. These youth are runaways, homeless, or have been kicked or locked out by their parents or guardians. They may need short-term respite or crisis placement. They may also need emergency shelter due to abuse or neglect. There is no cost to families. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.

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