Alachua

Braille and Talking Books Library-Florida Division of Blind Services

Braille and Talking Books Library is a free service. They offer reading materials in Braille and recorded audio. It is for those who are visually impared. The equipment used for the service is loaned out to customers. This includes digital players and headphones. The books on audio are also sent out to the customer at no charge. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Toll Free: 800.226.6075

Feeding America

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.

Emergency Financial Assistance Program - Alachua County Social Services

The Emergency Financial Assistance Program gives one-time help with rent, mortgage, and/or utility needs of up to $1,750. They can also help with up to $3,000 for moving. This can be for rental security deposits, utility deposits, first month’s rent, and/or last month’s rent. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.