Daily Needs ServicesThe 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.
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps people pay their energy costs when they have an unpaid energy bill. The program works to help low-income families. For the first half of the month, LIHEAP gives priority to single mothers, those aged 60 or older, the disabled, and children under five years of age. All other clients are served the second half of the month. They can help every six months, once in the winter and once in the summer.
Matthew’s Nursery is a program that helps babies up to one year old. They give families in need items for babies that help to keep them clean, comfortable, and safe. This is offered in all four of the Catholic Charities of Northwest Florida's offices. Please call 850.436.6425 or visit the website to learn more.
Tallahassee Office
1380 Blountstown Highway
Tallahassee, FL 32304
850.222.2180 ext. 1
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 provides a list of resources for people in Florida who are looking for help with paying rent. They also have a search for subsidized rental housing. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
This group offers SNAP Assistance. 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.
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CARD is a group that 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 1.800.769.7926 or visit the website to learn more.
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The Kearney Center provides emergency services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to those who are homeless. Please call or visit website to learn more.
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