This group is known as USAC for short. It is a not-for-profit organization. It is run by the FCC. They work to help communities and people across the country stay connected. Please call or visit the website for more information.
The Loveland Center is a nonprofit organization. It serves both children and adults with disabilities. These can be intellectual or developmental. The programs available educate and support. This is to help them live as independently as they can. Participants in the programs are also inspired and encouraged. This is to help them become active members of their communities. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This agency provides court advocacy for children who have been abused and involved in the court system. Teens that are aging out of the foster care system can learn about their options as well. Please call 941.744.9473 or visit their website to learn more.
This group works to support individuals in their own homes. It also help others who are in community-based settings. It does this by funding many services and organizations. Please call 800.677.1116 or visit the website to learn more.
Services include:
This group helps older adults and people of all ages with disabilities. They connect those in need with programs and grants. Technical assistance is also offered. They work to help these individuals live independently. They also work to help them live fully in their communities. Support for community living may be available.
Services include:
The Aging & Disability Resource Center is known as ARC for short. The ARC for this region is the Senior Connection Center, Inc., which is a non-profit group that serves seniors and their caregivers. Their staff helps to find services that might be needed. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Email: info@SCCmail.org
Toll Free:1.800.963.5337
Available Services:
This group runs a recreational program. Camp Challenge offers recreational activities. These activities are for both adults and children with cognitive and physical disabilities. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This group helps prevent homelessness and removes families from unsafe living conditions. They also help them reach stability. They offer a home-like shelter. This is for pregnant women with minor children. Please call 941.952.1800 or visit their website to learn more.
Families wishing to use their free services must meet the following criteria:
Feeding America works to create a hunger-free America. It is the largest hunger relief group in the country, with 200 food banks and 60,000 food pantries and meal programs helping to feed those in need. They aim to change food scarcity by making sure equal access to nutritious food is available to all. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Services for the elderly and those with special needs