Daily Needs ServicesHealthy Start is a program that screens pregnant women and newborn babies. They identify risk factors for low birth weight and infant mortality. Healthy Start is free for everyone. A team of nurses, social workers, and peer counselors assist families in finding out their needs. Classes are in English and Spanish. No appointment is needed. Please call 941.861.2905 or visit their website to learn more.
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Granny Nannies offers home health care 24 hours a day. They help people recover from illness or injury at home. This is so that they can avoid hospital and nursing home stays. They can help with meals. They can also help with housekeeping and personal chores. They also help with those who have trouble keeping up with their medications. Healthcare is given by CNAs and HHAs. Please call 941.870.7234 or visit their website to learn more.
Toll Free: 1.800.316.2669
The Sarasota Salvation Army has the only 24-hour emergency shelter for adults 18 and older in Sarasota County. It is the center for their homeless services. Their QLife program helps people find shelter and homes. Please call 1.941.954.4673 or visit their website to learn more.
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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
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The lifeline assistance program provides free cell phone service to low-income customers. Those who qualify also receive a free phone. There is a limit of one account per household. Other terms may apply. Visit the website to learn more.
Mothers Helping Mothers provides basic needs to families in need. They give children's clothing and baby items. These items can include cribs, car seats, strollers, formula, breast pumps, and more. All are given free of charge. They also offer emotional support and referrals to other agencies. Please call 941.953.7572 or visit their website to learn more.
The Salvation Army’s Pathway of Hope initiative helps to break the cycle of poverty for families. They can help with planning a path forward and building a strong future. Please call 941.484.6227 or check their website to learn more.
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This group offers refugee and resettlement services to those in need. They help refugees find resources to help them settle in their new home. The help can be from LSF or with another provider. A case manager will help you from start to finish. Please call 813.875.1408 or go to the website to learn more.
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HUD provides a list of resources for people in Florida who are looking for help with paying rent. They also have a search for subsidized rental housing. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Resurrection House is a faith-based resource center for those experiencing homelessness. They offer a range of services and give help to those in need. Please call 941.365.3759 or visit their website to learn more.
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