Housing ServicesFully furnished two bedroom, two bathroom apartments with kitchens, appliances, new mattresses, cribs for babies and more for homeless families. The first month is free for clients. After that, clients pay a subsidized, low cost program fee to cover a portion of the cost of rent and utilities.
This group offers housing programs. These are for military families. There are four different programs. They are designed to help at every stage of their transition into civilian life. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Email: Florida@operationhomefront.org
Programs Available:
Engagement Center meets the individual needs of those experiencing homelessness through partnerships with other local agencies.
Obtain identification
Employment services
Work boots and uniforms
Transportation such as free bicycles and bus passes
Help finding affordable housing
Social security services
Referrals for mental health and substance abuse
Soft skills training for job preparedness
Literacy and GED services
Basic life skills
Click HERE for more information.
The Shelter Program provides a safe haven and services for women, single parents, and families experiencing homelessness.
Call or Click HERE for more information.
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low-income households meet their home energy needs. They can help with paying bills or starting service. Please call 352.493.1734 or go to the website to learn more.
Provides the following programs and services:
Public Housing
Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Section 8
Veterans Administration Supportive Housing (VASH)
Mortgage Assistance
Family Self-Sufficiency
Homeownership And Rental Opportunities
This group runs the Ocala Ritz Veterans Village for homeless veterans. The Ocala GPD program provides clinical treatment, transitional housing, and case management services to homeless Veterans. Program fees are based on income. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Email: OcalaInfo@voa-fla.org
Provides outreach to connect the homeless with services in the area.
This group offers the Critical Financial Assistance Program. The program helps military families with grants and not loans. Help is also given in the form of grocery cards. The payments are made directly to service providers. There are eligibility criteria that must be met. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Usual Types of Assistance Are:
A resource home for young adults aging out of the foster care system. Providing these young adults with a safe, fully furnished home, where they will learn the skills needed for life as an adult.
Providing help with interpersonal skills, social skills, financial literacy, career readiness, home economics, problem solving, coping mechanisms, effective communication, organizational skills, health, and wellness.