This agency has educational programs for those with chronic lung disease. They offer group support, question/ answer segments with doctors, therapists and other health care providers.

Please call the local office for more details.

Lung Information Hotline: 1.800.586.4872

This department handles information about diseases that can spread to others. They work with things like rabies, lead, medical waste, and diseases passed through blood. They give rabies vaccines and investigate cases of food poisoning.

They also teach how to prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and HIV/AIDS. They help people with AIDS by providing care and support. They offer HIV testing and counseling.

Please call or visit the website for more information.

Eyecare America offers free eye exams to people in need. Care is provided by volunteer eye doctors. It can also lower the cost of medication. Patients can print a drug discount card and search for drug assistance programs. Call or visit the website to learn more.

***Staff are not able to provide medical or insurance advice. And cannot recommend a specific doctor***

The Susan G. Komen foundation gives money and support to people who qualify. Payment amounts are based on the current stage of cancer. You can use the money for things like rent, bills, food, and taking care of kids or older family members. To find out more, you can call, visit their website, or even send an email to get help.

Email: helpline@komen.org

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.

Services:
• Device Demonstrations
• Device Reuse & Reutilization
• Financial Loans
• Information & Assistance
• Public Awareness & Training
• Short-term Device Loans

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.

Medicaid is a program that helps qualified people pay for medical care. In Florida, the AHCA runs this program. You can call or visit their website to get more information.

To locate a facility or provider go here

Social Security Administration Medicaid website

VA offers medical care related to ageing. Call or visit the website to learn more.

Toll Free: 800.698.2411