The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has a program called Safe Mobility for Life. One part of this program is called Find a Ride Florida. It helps older people find local transportation to get to doctor appointments and other places, so they can stay independent. Find a Ride Florida doesn’t give rides itself; it helps people find local services. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
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.
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This program helps with transportation. They can help with medical related travel. The trip may not be more than 200 miles one way. Please visit website to learn more.
This agency helps people with swallowing disorders.
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Vitas Healthcare provides several hospice programs and support programs for family and caregivers.
American Red Cross offers disaster assistance for those in need. Their programs and services are open to all including special services for those in the Armed forces are available as well. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
The Red Cross provides relief to victims of disasters. They help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. They also offer first aid and CPR courses.
This agency serves those with developmental disabilities and their families. They partner with local communities and private providers to address their needs. Their goal is to help their clients live, learn and work in their communities. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
This agency is a nonprofit. They are chartered by the state. It offers employment related services. The available services are for job-seekers. There are also services for employers.
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