Big Bend Cares provides Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA), offers assistance to stay where you are or find other housing.

Call for more information.

The lifeline assistance program provides free cell phone service to low-income customers. Those who qualify also receive a free phone. There is a limit of one account per household. Other terms may apply. Visit the website to learn more.

This agency has several nutrition services programs. These programs provide a hot, nutritious meal for seniors. This meal meets 1/3 of the recommended daily nutritional requirements. The meals on wheel program is volunteer driven. It is for home-bound seniors. There is no cost to the senior. Meals are delivered Monday through Friday. Please call or visit the website for more information.

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HUD has a list of resources for people in Florida who are looking for help with paying rent. You can search for subsidized housing. They have a 24 hour help line: 866.698.6155.

Please call 800.569.4287 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

TTY: 7-1-1

This center partners with organizations and government agencies. This is so services are available in one place. The help is for people dealing with homelessness, as well as for those dealing with economic hardship. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Services:

• Emergency Shelter
• Health Services
• Meals
• Referrals (Jobs, Healthcare, etc.)
• Social Services

This group provides a variety of help to veterans. As well as their families. The help is free. The help is provided by professionals. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Toll Free: 877.426.2838

Find your local office Here

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This group offers SNAP Assistance. SNAP is a government program that provides help getting food. An outreach coordinator can help determine if a client is eligible for the program. You will need to make an appointment. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

SSA has two programs for disability benefits. They are different but have the same medical requirements. The programs pay benefits to individuals. As well as certain family members. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Programs Available:

• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

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This group works with people with Autism or related disabilities. They also work with their families. The group offers free consultations, resources, and emotional support to those in need. Their goal is to help clients build knowledge and confidence in their daily lives and their care. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Toll Free: 1.800.769.7926

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