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The Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida

The Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida is a non-profit agency. They have programs that provide benefits to children, families, and their communities. The group manages many programs across the state. They fund programs in your area. These programs are offered work to improve life outcomes of children. They want to keep families together and make them stronger. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology (FAAST) - FAAST, Inc.

This program provides assistive technology. It offers a range of services. These are for people with disabilities. It is also for their families. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

    Services:
    • Device Demonstrations
    • Device Reuse & Reutilization
    • Financial Loans
    • Information & Assistance
    • Public Awareness & Training
    • Short-term Device Loans

Center for Independent Living - Gainesville

This resource center is operated by people with disabilities. Their services improve the quality of life for their clients. Their goal is to increase everyone's level of personal independence. Services are provided at no cost. Please see the website for more info.

Services include:

  • ADA Paratransit Screenings - Alachua, Marion & Hernando
  • Employment Services & Solutions
  • Equipment Loan Closet
  • High School/High Tech Program
  • Nursing Home Transition Program
  • Sign Language Interpreting
  • Specialized Telecommunications Equipment
  • Travel Training
  • Wheelchair Ramps

Emergency Transportation - CAIR Flight

This agency provides air transport to those needing medical treatments in another city. There is never a charge for their services. Their list of missions includes helping people get to the Moffitt Cancer Center, Shriner's Hospital and more. Please be aware that this is not an air ambulance. CAIR cannot offer medical care while in flight. Please see the website for more information.