Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches offers residential care to children in need. It runs several child-care campuses throughout the state. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
This is a federal program that lowers the cost of phone and internet service. Low-income households can apply for a monthly discount up to $9.25. Call or visit the website to learn more information.
MIECHV / Parents as Teachers is free for parents with infants and young kids in stressful life situations. They teach parents and caregivers skills to help their kids be healthy, stay safe, and succeed in school.
Alachua and Marion counties: for kids up to age 3.
Bradford, Columbia, Hamilton, and Putnam counties: for kids up to age 5.
Please call or visit the website to learn more.
How to enroll: Call Parents as Teachers at 877-678-9355 or text “Connect” at 352-415-0091
This program helps pregnant women, infants and families. It connects them to resources. It aims to help make healthy homes for children. They can connect you to food, housing help, counseling, and jobs. Please call 877.678.9355 or go to the website to learn more.
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The Palatka Housing Authority has a public housing program with eligibility requirements. They offer affordable good quality housing for those that qualify. Please call or visit the website for more information
The Palatka Housing Authority works to build better families and communities. They want to create equal opportunities for residents. They do this with education and training. Their code of values includes respect and integrity. Please call or visit the website for more information.
The Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida is the largest provider of free legal-aid. This aid is for low-to-moderate income residents in Central Florida. The group can advise and represent in most areas of civil law. They do not handle criminal or traffic court cases. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Catholic Charities St. Augustine is a faith-based group who work to help care for those in need. This is done by meeting basic human needs. They offer many services to help those in the area. These are offered no matter your religion, gender, race, or origin. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
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Catholic Charities St. Augustine is a faith-based organization. The group believes that they have a responsibility to care for those in need. This is done by meeting basic human needs. They offer a variety of services. These are offered regardless of religious affiliation, gender, race, or origin. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
The Supported Employment program by VR helps those with disabilities to find and maintain a job. VR offers continuing help from an employment specialist to work with your strengths, abilities, and interests. The program is for both youth and adults. VR will work with you to make sure you are earning the same rate of pay as your coworkers. There is also help for transportation and job training. Please call or visit the website to learn more.