Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
This group is called LLS for short. It is a nonprofit. It works to end blood cancer.
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HCA Florida Healthcare
This group is a network of sites of care across the state. It offers comprehensive, high-quality healthcare.
Children's Wishes - Make-A-Wish Foundation
This agency grants wishes to children that have a life-threatening illness. It is for children ages 2 1/2 to 17. Anyone can refer a child for a wish. The group then works with the child’s doctor to see if they are eligible. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll Free: 888.874.9474
Caregiver Services - Alzheimer's Project, Inc.
This group is for people who are caregivers for people with memory diseases like Alzheimer's. The goal of this group is to teach caregivers learn how to care for themselves too. All services are for free. Please call 850.386.2778 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
Services Include:
- Caregiver Education Courses
- Respite Services
- Support Groups
Alzheimer's Project, Inc.
This group is a nonprofit. It provides support and comfort. It also provides assistance. The help is for those with memory disorders. It is also for their caregivers. The services are offered in the Big Bend area. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
PhRMA
PhRMA represents the leading research companies in the nation. These companies are in the biopharmaceutical industry. They are working towards a patient-centered health care system. And want to make medicines more affordable. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Legal Help - Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Inc.
This group provides civil legal help. Clients must be a resident of the service area. The services are free. Please call or visit the website for locations and to learn more.
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Polk County Residential Care Services - Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches
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.
Free Phones for Hearing/Speech Impaired-Florida Telecommunications Relay Service (FTRI)
FTRI provides specialized telephone equipment and ring signaling devices. The equipment is loaned to qualified, permanent Florida residents for as long as needed. These devices are loaned at no charge. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Voice: 800.222.3448
TTY: 888.447.5620
VP: 850.270.2641
(FDOT) 511 Traveler Information System-The Florida Department of Transportation
This system is a free phone and internet resource that provides real-time traffic information for all of Florida. Callers can also access public transit, airport and seaport information. Please call or visit the website for more info.
- Services:
- Accidents
- Commuter Travel Times
- Congestion
- Construction
- Lane Closures
- Severe Weather Affecting Traffic