This group offers the Pediatric Assistance Fund. It is called PAF for short. It gives families w financial lifeline. These are families with children who are in desperate need of life-changing medical treatments. The help is for children 18 years or younger. Please call or visit the website for more information.

***Applications are not currently being accepted. Continue to check the website for updates***

Canine Companions provides trained service dogs to people with disabilities. There is no charge for recipients. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.

Toll Free: 800.572.2275

This program offers free testing kits. The kits are for HIV or STI testing. The kit options vary based on availability and location. Please call or visit the website for more information.

This group helps people and families so that they can achieve sexually healthy lives. They do this through education and support. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Programs and services include:

• Behavior Intervention Program
• Family Self-Sufficiency Program
• Head Start / Early Head Start
• Head Start Voluntary Prekindergarten
• Healthy Families Manatee
• Housing Counseling
• Life on the Edge - Poverty Simulation
• Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
• Speech Screening, Evaluation and Therapy Program
• Weatherization Assistance Program

This group offers a support network. It is for those who are overcoming heart or stroke challenges. The network covers a variety of topics. People can share experiences and wisdom with others on the same path. You can learn how to make your experience smoother. You can also learn how to make it easier to manage. Please call or visit the website for more information.

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This group provides information, resources, and support to those who are affected by blood cancers. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

Services Include:
Educational Resources
Financial Aid
Information Specialists
Online Chats
Peer-to-Peer Support
Registered Dieticians
Support Groups
Support and Guidance for Caregivers

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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Peace River Center runs a primary care clinic for ages 18 and up. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

Services Available:

• Diabetes Management
• Ear Lavage
• Health Promotion & Wellness Support Group
• Hypertension Management
• Non-Emergency Acute Care
• Physical Examinations
• Suture Removal
• Tobacco Cessation Support