Family Assistance ServicesThis group helps prevent homelessness and removes families from unsafe living conditions. They also help them reach stability. They offer a home-like shelter. This is for pregnant women with minor children. Please call 941.952.1800 or visit their website to learn more.
Families wishing to use their free services must meet the following criteria:
This program aims to empower, support, and guide families towards a better financial future.
Families can be enrolled for up to five years. During this time stress is placed on further education while having part time employment.
Please see website for more information.
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.
The Florida Division of Blind Services helps the blind and visually-impaired. This group helps them have as much independence as possible. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 800.342.1828
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This agency provides court advocacy for children who have been abused and involved in the court system. Teens that are aging out of the foster care system can learn about their options as well. Please call 941.744.9473 or visit their website to learn more information.
The state offers health insurance for children. From birth through age 18. It is free to apply. Enrollment is year-round. Each child is matched with the best fit of four Florida KidCare programs. Cost options include free, subsidized, and full-pay. These options are based on family income. And size of the household. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This office offers a variety of legal services. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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This group gives free legal services. They can also help seniors and veterans in Florida who do not live in the Tampa Bay area. They cannot help with criminal, traffic, or personal injury issues. Interpreters are available. Please call their Legal Aid Line at 800.625.2257. Please visit their website to learn more and for all locations.
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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
There are services that help family members who are taking care of a child instead of putting them in the foster care system. These include support groups, advocacy services, and help during emergencies. Please call or visit website to learn more.
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