Other Daily Needs ServicesThis group runs a disaster response program. It provides immediate assistance and long-term support. The help is for those affected by natural disasters. There are a wide range of services available. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
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American Red Cross offers disaster assistance. Services for those in the Armed forces are available as well. Their programs and services are open to all. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Safelink Wireless offers a Smartphone or a SIM card. Along with free minutes, texts, and data each month. There are eligibility requirements that must be met to participate. They are set by each state where the service is provided. There is a limit to one per household. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Enrollment and Plan Changes: 800.723.3546 (800.SAFELINK)
Technical Support ONLY: 800.378.1684
Lucha is for those dealing with domestic violence and human trafficking. There is free legal help for immigrants. You can get healthcare and mental health counseling. They can help with housing, school, and jobs. They help with banking, taxes, and earning a driver's license. See the website to learn more.
Call 305.573.1106 ext. 1400 or email luchainfo@aijustice.org for help.
Englewood Helping Hand provides food and help with utilities. They have backpacks filled with weekly necessities for those dealing with homelessness. They can help with applying for SNAP and Medicaid. Please call 941.474.5864 or visit their website to learn more.
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This group offers a Family Assistance program. It is for military and veteran families. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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The Salvation Army provides family thrift stores in Sarasota and Venice for gently used goods. Proceeds fund their many programs. Please call 941.952.0349 or 941.488.9300, or check their website to learn more.
Venice Family Store Location
1160 US Highway 41 Bypass
Venice, FL 34293
941.488.9300
This group can help with financial assistance. They work with military aid societies. The partnership provides financial assistance. The help is for eligible applicants. It comes in the form of a loan or a grant. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll Free: 1.877.272.7337
Assistance can include funds for:
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.
FTRI provides specialized telephone equipment and ring signaling devices. The equipment is loaned to qualified, permanent Florida residents for as long as needed. These devices are loaned at no charge. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Voice: 800.222.3448
TTY: 888.447.5620
VP: 850.270.2641
