People who are disabled due to injury or disease may qualify for an assistance dog. These highly trained dogs are able to assist with many tasks. There are 4 types of assistance dogs:

• Facility - assists in an education or health care setting
• Hearing – assists the hearing impaired
• Service – assists with daily tasks
• Skilled Companion – assists physically, mentally or developmentally disabled

This program educates the public about sexual health, STDs and other topics of interest.
Provide resources and information that is reliable, science-based, and stigma-free.

Call or visit website for more information.

Email: info@ashasexualhealth.org

SHINE volunteers help Seniors with health insurance questions. They provide free information and unbiased counseling. Get Help with questions about: Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicaid, Prescription assistance, Long-term care insurance, and Medicare fraud. Meet with a SHINE volunteer at area counseling sites or by telephone. We can do home visits for those who are housebound.

Please see the website for more information.

This agency offers the Smiles on Wheels program. It is a school-based dental care program. The services are for children in grades Pre-K through fifth grade. A parent must register the children to participate. The program travels to elementary schools. These schools are in Jackson and Holmes counties. There is no cost to the parents. Please call or visit the website for more information.

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VA offers care for spinal cord injury to its members. Please call for more information.

Toll Free:1.800.308.8387

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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Planned Parenthood is a well-known and trusted healthcare provider. They offer a wide range of services to those in need. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

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The UF Health Breast Center provides compassionate care. And personalized options for patients and their families. The medical team is dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of breast diseases. The team works to streamline care for those diagnosed with breast cancer. As well as for those who are at high rick for breast cancer. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.