Housing ServicesHUD provides a list of information and other resources on their website. This is to help those in Florida experiencing homelessness, as well as those that are close to it. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Provides permanent housing within the community for individuals who have previous been homeless and have a mental illness. Supported housing and other recovery services are provided. These services are based on each participant’s individual needs. Contact for more information.
VA offers homeless veterans services to its members. Please call for more information.
Toll Free: 1.800.308.8387
National VA Homeless Hotline: 1.877.424.3838
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Locate resources through HUD's Florida website to help you buy and maintain your home. You can find HUD homes for sale as well as utility bill assistance.
The Haven offers services to victims of domestic violence 24 hours a day. By making a phone call, clients can get safe shelter and counseling at Safe House. Counselors can also help you create a safety or escape plan. There are also outreach services for those who do not want to come to the shelter. Please call for more information.
24-Hour Hotline 727.442.4128
Florida State Hotline: 1.800.500.1119
TTY: 727.446.2448
Services Include:
Shelter
Provides refuge, crisis intervention, and advocacy for up to 45 days when home is not a safe place. The shelter is always open, and the location is confidential. Shelter residents receive emergency clothing, food, and personal care items. Ongoing individual and group empowerment support.
Gateway Transitional Housing
Can be referred to CASA Gateway as space becomes available. Residents pay reduced rent and utilities.
Group and Individual Support
Children’s Programs
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:
Gulfcoast Legal Services is a non-profit corporation. They provide free legal aid. You must be income eligible. They can help with many different legal issues.
Services:
Limited financial assistance is available to families with children 17 years of age or younger. All bills must be in the shut off status for consideration. Please call for more information.
Assistance Includes:
Oldsmar Cares provides rent, mortgage and utility assistance. It is limited to those living in the 34677 Zip code area. Help is provided for up to $200 per calendar year. The bill must be within 3 days of the due date or already past due. Please call for more information.