Big Bend AHEC

Address

2815 Remington Green Cir, Ste 100
Tallahassee, FL 32308

(850) 224-1177

https://bigbendahec.org/

AKA:

Big Bend Rural Health Network

Description:

*Tobacco Free Florida AHEC Program: Includes free groups in the community to help with tobacco cessation, including vaping and chewing; classes available in-person and virtual (Zoom), private group sessions available for worksites, call for more information; program serves all 14 counties
*Nicotine replacement therapy with patches, gum and lozenges available for free after attending a class, restrictions may apply
*Health Insurance Navigator Program: Certified, Community Navigators assist with the application process and enrollment through the Federal Marketplace (HealthCare.gov), the Affordable Care Act, and Florida KidCare; appointments available through Zoom (virtual); program serves all 14 counties and four extra counties including Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and Walton
*Aging Programs: Includes A Matter of Balance(MOB) 8-week program for seniors centering on balance to reduce fear of falling, Diabetes Education and Empowerment Program(DEEP) 6-week program for those with diabetes, pre-diabetes, and those who want to prevent diabetes, Powerful Tools for Caregivers 6-week program focusing on how taking care of ourselves can make us better caregivers, and Chronic Disease Self-Management Program(CDSMP) 6-week program that focuses on daily management of chronic disease symptoms; classes available in-person and virtually (Zoom) for all 14 counties, weekly classes range from 2 to 2.5 hour durations
*Closing the Gap (CTG) Program: Free health education classes for all ages (Nutrition, Financial Literacy, and Fitness); includes free biometric screenings which include Hemoglobin A1c, blood pressure, cholesterol, and BMI; service area limited to Leon, Jefferson, Madison, and Taylor counties

Intake Process:

Call, email, or make an appointment online

Program Fees:

None

Languages:

English, Spanish

Eligibility:

Anyone over 18, primarily targeting rural, minority, low-income, and under-served individuals

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resources

Date of Official Change:

June 3, 2024

Address Listings

Mailing

2815 Remington Green Cir, Ste 100
Tallahassee, FL 32308

Physical (Primary)

2815 Remington Green Cir, Ste 100
Tallahassee, FL 32308

Contacts

Phone Numbers

1. Main Number

(850) 224-1177

2. For Spanish

(850) 661-0120

3. Tobacco Quit Line

(850) 224-9340

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

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