Healthcare ServicesThe Food Stamp Program(EBT) helps people with low income to buy healthy food. The application can be done online. Please see the website for your local service center. The application is also used for Temporary Cash Assistance, Medicaid, and all other Department of Children and Families services.
Deaf/Hearing Impaired:
Florida Relay 711 or
TTY: 1.800.955.8771
WellCare provides Children's Medical Services Health Plan. This plan is for children with special health care needs. They may also help those under age 21 and eligible for Medicaid or under age 19 and eligible for Florida KidCare. Please call or visit website for more information.
A Woman's Addiction Recovery Effort (AWARE) helps women who are dealing with addiction. They offer several programs to help those in need. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Services Include:
Second Chance of Northwest Florida, Inc. helps adults with brain injuries and their families. They offer post-rehabilitation care, support services, and referral services.
Services include:
Please call 850.769.7779 or visit website for more information.
VA offers caregiver support to its family members. Caregivers of Veterans who were injured after 9/11 maybe be able to get more services such as a stipend. They may also get training and medical coverage. Please call for more information.
Toll Free: 1.800.308.8387
VA Caregiver Support Line: 1.855.260.3274
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 for more information.
Toll Free: 1.800.222.2225
TTY: 800.222.4225
This group provides Child & Family Services. These services help parents navigate their child’s mental health. They easily integrate into support systems the child might already have. There is a sliding fee scale available for those who qualify. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Toll Free: 1.888.785.8750
Services & Programs:
This agency grants wishes to children with life threatening illnesses. It is for children ages 2 1/2 to 17. After a child is referred, Make-A-Wish will work with the child's doctor to determine eligibility. Their vision is to grant one wish to every eligible child. Please see the website for more information or call the toll free number (888) 874-9474
This group offers crisis services. These services are for mental health emergencies. They have a team to provide an immediate and comprehensive response. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Toll Free: 1.888.785.8750
Services:
This group offers dental services. The variety of service can meet routine dental needs. There is a sliding fee payment scale for patients with no insurance. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
