Okeechobee

Job Training Programs - Treasure Coast Food Bank

This agency has several job training programs. The programs are for the unemployed or underemployed. The programs include life skills training. They also include professional preparedness training. There is no charge for those who qualify. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Programs Available:

  • Barista Training
  • CDL Certifications
  • Culinary Training
  • Hospitality
  • Supply Chain Management

Community Connections - Helping People Succeed

This group has the Successful Futures program, which includes Community Connections. This program helps adults with disabilities join in the community. It offers different fun programs. To join, there are some requirements to meet. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

Activities Can Include:

  • Life Skills Classes
  • Pre-Employment
  • Recreation & Leisure Activities
  • Volunteer Opportunities

Refugee Resettlement - Catholic Charities Diocese of Palm Beach, Inc.

This group has a Refugee Resettlement program to help people who are new to the United States. The program helps them get used to their new community and learn to take care of themselves quickly. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

Service May Include:

  • Cash Assistance
  • Emergency Rental Assistance
  • Employment Services
  • Orientation & Referral to Community Resources
  • Transportation

Hunger Homeless Outreach - Catholic Charities Diocese of Palm Beach, Inc.

This agency runs the Hunger Homeless Outreach program. It offers homeless prevention services. The goal of the program is to help clients become self-sufficient. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

Direct Services Include:

  • Assistance Screening
  • Benefit Enrollment
  • Budgeting/Financial Counseling
  • Food & Transportation Assistance
  • Rent, Mortgage, & Utility Assistance

Find a Ride - Safe Mobility For Life

The FDOT runs the Safe Mobility for Life Program. One service they offer is called Find a Ride Florida. It offers seniors access to local medical and non-medical transportation options. This is to help make sure they can remain independent within their communities. Find a ride does not offer any services. The program just helps people find transportation providers in their area. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Mercy Medical Angels

Mercy Medical Angels offers transportation programs. They help with non-local medical-related treatment travel. Gas cards are available for multiple trips that total over 50 miles. The programs do not give rides.

Services include:

  • Gas Cards
  • Bus Tickets
  • Train Tickets
  • Air Transportation