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Social Security Disability -Social Security Administration
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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Supervised Visitation - Safe Connections
Safe Connections offers supervised visitation for children. This is for children affected by abuse or neglect. Please call 850.609.1850 or visit website for more information.
Support Services - FDLRS Emerald Coast
The Emerald Coast office of FDLRS offers help to parents who have children with disabilities. They offer support services for parents and their children. They also help educators and other school staff. Please call 850.469.5423 or visit the website for more information.
Supportive Services for Veteran Families - 90Works
SSVF is a program for very low-income veterans and their families. They provide case management and supportive services. This is to help to prevent the loss of a veteran’s home. They will work with you to help to find the situation that best fits your needs. SSVF also offers rapid rehousing services for clients who do not have shelter. SSVF does not provide emergency assistance for rent or utilities. All clients receive Project90 services as well. Please call 855.909.6757 to learn more.
24/7 Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 then Press 1
United Way Emerald Coast
United Way of Emerald Coast offers help to those in need. They serve Okaloosa and Walton counties. They can help connect anyone in need with community resources. Please call 850.243.0315 or visit website for more information.
Services include:
- Florida Veterans Support Line
- Panhandle 211
- SingleCare
Veteran Services - Okaloosa County
Veteran Services offers veterans' assistance. They help veterans and their dependents. They can help with counseling for claims. They also visit homebound and/or nursing home clients. Please call 850.651.7258 or visit website for more information.
Victim Services (VINE) - Department of Corrections
This program helps victims of crimes committed by Florida inmates. Through the VINE program, victims can sign up for an automatic notification service. Anyone may call the toll-free number to get an inmate's current location and release date. You may also register to learn when an inmate is released, transferred, escapes or dies. The VINE service is confidential. Please see the website for more information.
Local Number: 850.488.9166
Toll Free: 877.8.VICTIM (877.884.2846)
Victim Witness Assistance Program - United States Attorney’s Office
The Victim Witness Assistance Program works to help victims of federal crimes. They are committed to making sure crime victims are treated fairly by law. Please call 850.444.4000 or click HERE to go to the website.
Services Available:
Visually Impaired Program (VIP) - Independence for the Blind of West Florida
This program helps visually impaired children. They help them learn independence and adaptive technology. They also help with socialization skills and improving self-esteem. Please call 850.477.2663 or visit website for more information.