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Salvation Army of St. Petersburg - Adult Rehabilitation Center

The ARC is a six-month residential substance abuse program for men. The Center houses up to 104 mostly indigent men at no cost to them. They receive meals and safe housing in a stable environment. They get group therapy, guidance and skilled spiritual counseling. They also learn trades such as furniture refinishing, appliance and computer repair. They refurbish donated items which are then sold at one of the SA thrift stores.

School Readiness Scholarships

Children from low to moderate-income working families or with other identified risk factors may receive scholarships to attend an early education program. Eligibility is based on the parents’ income and must not exceed 150% of the federal poverty level. Children ages birth to 13 years are eligible for scholarship. Exceptions may be made for older children with special needs. Participants in this program receive:

  • Character education
  • Developmentally appropriate curriculum
  • Vision, hearing and developmental screen

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)

Click here to locate the office nearest you

St. Petersburg Work-Release Center - Goodwill Suncoast

This work release program helps ease the transition of offenders back into the community. This program serves female nonviolent offenders. Residents live for three to nine months while working at least 35 hours per week. Residents get help finding employment. They also attend counseling sessions and life skills classes. Please visit the website to learn more information.

St. Timothy Lutheran Church - The Tabitha Project

This ministry reaches out to people in surrounding communities. Volunteers help with projects around the house, providing a ride to the doctor or picking up groceries. They can also help children with tutoring or sports training. Please call for more information.

Services Include:

  • Big Brother/Big Sister program
  • Caretaker relief
  • Grocery shopping
  • Home repairs
  • House cleaning and chores
  • House painting
  • Repairing or replacement of appliances
  • Transportation to doctor's appointments
  • Yard work

Support Services - Center for Autism and Related Disabilities

CARD helps by providing short-term guidance, support, and resource referrals at no cost to people with ASD, their families, and those who serve them. They provide support for individuals from the time of diagnosis throughout their lives.

Services include:

  • Training
  • Project Development
  • Resource & Referral
  • Consultation
  • Family & individual guidance

Please call or check their website for locations and to learn more.

Support Services for Dementia - Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center

This resource center is for families and people caring for a loved one with dementia. They can provide you with skills and support. They have a wide range of services.

Please call 407.436.7750 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

Services and Programs Include:

  • Referral Information
  • Support Groups
  • Caregiver Workshops and Training
  • Care Coaching
  • State of Florida Brain Bank Research Program

Teen Residence - Brookwood

This is a group home for girls ages 13 to 18. They are placed here by DCF because of abuse or neglect at home. Some girls are also placed by their parents due to stressful family situations. The program focuses on helping the girls learn independent living skills, such as education, job skills, money management, and problem solving. They also receive individual therapy and group therapy from licensed therapists.

Please visit the website to learn more.