Southern Legal Counsel, Inc. is a not-for-profit public interest law firm.
Please call 352.271.8890 or visit website for more information.
A not-for-profit public interest law firm. Operates statewide through Florida. They are committed to the ideas of equal justice and basic human and civil rights for all. Mainly helps individuals and groups with public interest issues who would not otherwise have access to the justice system. And whose cases might bring about systemic reform. Please call or visit the website for more information.
The state offers health insurance for children. From birth through age 18. It is free to apply. Enrollment is year-round. Each child is matched with the best fit of four Florida KidCare programs. Cost options include free, subsidized, and full-pay. These options are based on family income. And size of the household. Please call or visit the website for more information.
The Healthy Start Program is a home visiting program. They help mothers through pregnancy and after the baby is born. It is free to pregnant women and infants. Healthy Start helps families with children up to age 3 who are at-risk or need help with their development. They focus on pregnancy, breastfeeding, and newborn care. Please call 877.678.9355 or go to the website to learn more.
The Healthy Start coalition works hard to keep mothers and babies healthy. They help children get a healthy start in life. They make a brighter future for pregnant women and families with young children. The group is a partner of the WellFlorida Council. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This group is called DAV for short. They helps veterans. They also help those transitioning out of the military and their families.
This group is a network of nonprofit agencies. The mission of the group is to build healthier communities.
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This agency helps people with disabilities with a broad range of services. The goal is to enable them to live as independently as possible. Sign language interpreting services are available. Some Medicaid recipients may be eligible to transfer from a nursing home to their own home. Please call for more information.
TTY: 352.372.3443
Toll Free: 1.800.265.5724
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This is an emergency assistance program. It helps those in danger of being homeless. You have to live in Gainesville or the surrounding counties to qualify. It is for those struggling with finances or those who need help with getting food. They have a food pantry you can go to once a month. They also help people having a hard time paying bills. These could be for rent, mortgages, or utilities. They can also help pay for medicine. Please call 352.372.0294 or visit the website to learn more.