Disaster Services - American Red Cross
American Red Cross offers disaster assistance. Services for those in the Armed forces are available as well. Their programs and services are open to all. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
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Discount Wireless Phone-Safelink/Lifeline
Safelink Wireless offers a Smartphone or a SIM card. Along with free minutes, texts, and data each month. There are eligibility requirements that must be met to participate. They are set by each state where the service is provided. There is a limit to one per household. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Enrollment and Plan Changes: 800.723.3546 (800.SAFELINK)
Technical Support ONLY: 800.378.1684
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.
Education Programs - Metropolitan Ministries
MMTB is an official GED/Literacy site. Two teachers help with GED preparation classes. Also, counseling and job services such as resume writing, job searching and mock interviews are available.
Please see the website for details.
Emergency Shelter - Metropolitan Ministries
This group offers an emergency shelter program. The program is for those at risk of becoming homeless, currently homeless and in need of shelter. It is designed for households with children and single women. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Hillsborough County: 813.209.1222
Pasco County: 727.756.1956
Family Assistance Program - Operation First Response
This group offers a Family Assistance program. It is for military and veteran families. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Assistance May Include:
- Clothing
- Groceries
- Rent
- Travel Expenses to and From Major Medical Facilities
- Utilities
- Vehicle Payments
Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology (FAAST) - FAAST, Inc.
This program provides assistive technology. It offers a range of services. These are for people with disabilities. It is also for their families. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
- Services:
- Device Demonstrations
- Device Reuse & Reutilization
- Financial Loans
- Information & Assistance
- Public Awareness & Training
- Short-term Device Loans
Food Pantries - EPIC
The food pantries run by this group are for clients and their families. They provide essential items. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Hillsborough County: 813.237.3066
Items May Include:
- Cash Gifts
- Fresh Food
- Grocery Gift Cards
- Non-Perishable Food
- Personal Hygiene Products
Free Phones for Hearing/Speech Impaired-Florida Telecommunications Relay Service (FTRI)
FTRI provides specialized telephone equipment and ring signaling devices. The equipment is loaned to qualified, permanent Florida residents for as long as needed. These devices are loaned at no charge. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Voice: 800.222.3448
TTY: 888.447.5620
VP: 850.270.2641
Hidden Helpers - Elizabeth Dole Foundation
Hidden Helpers program helps military youth who are experiencing physical and emotional issues due to war. Please call or visit the website for resources and more information.
Available Guides and Resources Include:
- Education
- Family
- Government
- Health
- Programs
- Wounded Warrior