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Caregiving Resources - National Institute on Aging
The NIA offers information and resources on aging. They help others learn to be caregivers. This is for a friend or family member with a serious health condition. Please call or visit website to learn more
Toll Free: 800.222.2225
TTY: 800.222.4225
Center for Independent Living - Medical Equipment Loans
This agency loans all kinds of durable medical equipment. They can provide wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, bedside commodes, scooters and more. Please see the website for more information.
Connect - WellFlorida Council
Connect is a referral service. It helps expectant parents and families with young children. The goal is to improve birth outcomes and child development. They do this by offering a wide range of programs. Please call 352.313.6500 or go to the website to learn more.
Programs include:
- Education and Support in Childbirth
- Newborn Care
- Parenting
- Child Development
- Food and Nutrition
- Mental Health
- Financial Self-sufficiency
Cross City Rehabilitation & Health Care Center - Rehab Care
This facility provides rehab services for those who have had surgery or need other long-term care. Services are available 24 hours a day. Patients can get speech and physical therapy. At-home caregivers can get respite care. Psychological services are also available. Please see the website for more information.
Dixie County Health Department - Children's Services
This Health Department offers many services to children. They can get school physicals and shots. Mothers with young children can get WIC or enroll in the Healthy Start program. Parents can get insurance for their children through the Florida KidCare program. The website has information about safety issues for children. Please see the website for more information.
Services Include:
- Breastfeeding information
- Children's Medical Services
- Drowning prevention information
- Early Steps
- Florida KidCare Insurance
- Healthy Start
- Immunizations (shots)
- Lead poisoning prevention and screening
- Newborn screening
- Prevention, safety and wellness information
- Well Child checkups
- WIC
Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking (Lucha) Program-Americans for Immigrant Justice
Lucha is for those dealing with domestic violence and human trafficking. There is free legal help for immigrants. You can get healthcare and mental health counseling. They can help with housing, school, and jobs. They help with banking, taxes, and earning a driver's license. See the website to learn more.
Call 305.573.1106 ext. 1400 or email luchainfo@aijustice.org for help.
Eating Disorder Groups- National Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness
The Alliance provides free, weekly eating disorder groups. These groups are led by a therapist. The sessions take place both virtually and in person. Help is available for all eating disorders. Please call or visit the website for more information.
List of Meeting Locations in Florida can be found here. Virtual Meetings are also available.
EyeCare America-The American Academy of Ophthalmology
Eyecare America offers free eye exams to people in need. Care is provided by volunteer eye doctors. It can also lower the cost of medication. Patients can print a drug discount card and search for drug assistance programs. Call or visit the website to learn more.
***Staff are not able to provide medical or insurance advice. And cannot recommend a specific doctor***
Financial Assistance Program - Susan G. Komen
The Susan G. Komen foundation gives money and support to people who qualify. Payment amounts are based on the current stage of cancer. You can use the money for things like rent, bills, food, and taking care of kids or older family members. To find out more, you can call, visit their website, or even send an email to get help.
Email: helpline@komen.org