This group provides a variety of help to veterans. As well as their families. The help is free. The help is provided by professionals. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Toll Free: 877.426.2838

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This center works with organizations and government agencies. This is so services can be found in one place. The help is for people dealing with homelessness. They also help those dealing with economic hardship. Please call 850.792.9000 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

Services:

• Emergency Shelter
• Health Services
• Meals
• Referrals (Jobs, Healthcare, etc.)
• Social Services

This food bank can help you get SNAP. SNAP is a government program that provides help getting food. Call to make an appointment to find out if you qualify for this benefit. Please call 850.562.3033 or click HERE.

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.

Programs Available:

• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

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This group 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 850.644.4367 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more. They also have a toll-free number you can call.

Toll-Free: 1.800.769.7926

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The VA provides services to veterans. They can help you file a claim or find a local resource. They can help with medical care, disability and more. They have special services for homeless Vets. Please call or see the website for more info.

Types of services:

• Caregiver Support
• Disability Compensation
• Educational Assistance
• Employment Services
• Geriatrics and Extended Care
• Home Loans
• Homeless Veterans
• Operations Iraqi/Enduring Freedom
• Pharmacy
• Primary Care
• Research
• Social Work
• Spinal Cord Injury

This nonprofit runs retail thrift stores throughout the Big Bend area. The stores offer a variety of merchandise at discounted prices. Purchases made at one of the thrift stores help fund various programs offered. Please call 850.480.7476 click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

This group works to help veterans that were formerly homeless. They run an affordable housing site for veterans. The group is also able to help veterans and their families. This help is to find housing and support services. Please call 850.597.5595 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

Email: veteran@familypromisebigbend.org

Leon County Health Department provides the WIC Program. It is a federally funded program. It serves infants, children up to 5 years old, pregnant and breastfeeding women, and women in the first 5 months after giving birth. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.

Toll Free: 1.800.342.3556

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