Ronald McDonald House Charities of Tallahassee, Inc

6/22/22 COVID-19 UPDATE: 50 percent capacity only continues (Call for updates) *Provides Lodging, meals and laundry facilities for families of children age 24 and under being treated in Tallahassee area medical facilities on a first come, first stay basis; suggested nightly fee of $10 if affordable, but family member(s) can do chores in lieu of payment *Referral from patient's doctor, nurse or social worker needed; background check required on all adults before being allowed to stay *Contributions and volunteers appreciated and welcome

Services: Charities/Grantmaking Organizations, Volunteer Opportunities

Senior Citizens Council of Madison County

*Senior Center offers congregate meals (hot lunches) at two locations: the Senior Center in Madison and 166 SW Onslow St, Greenville 32331 (behind Greenville City Hall), home delivered meals, recreational and educational activities, homemaker service, personal care assistance, respite care, food pantry, transportation for medical purposes and to and from the center for activities, telephone support, environmental modification and housing repair, pest control, loan closet for medical supplies, Health & Wellness *Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program (EHEAP) will pay for home energy bills in a crisis (Over 60, low income, SRA approved, confirming letter from power company, or receive food stamps) *Additional in-home services include case management, screening and assessment, housekeeping, pest control, emergency alert response systems, home delivered meals, health prevention, chore information, telephone reassurance, companionship, nutritional education and more *Rescue Closet Program loans out equipment up to eight weeks, if the items is needed longer a request may be placed for an extension; Items based on availability and can include walkers, wheelchairs (manual and electric), tub seats, portable commodes, canes, transfer board and crutches free of charge to seniors

Services: Congregate Meals/Nutrition Sites, Home Delivered Meals, In Home Assistance, Local Transportation, Medical Equipment/Supplies, Respite Care, Senior Centers, Utility Service Payment Assistance

Sessaly Rose Transit Company

*Transportation for anyone, including persons needing medical access such as wheelchair or stretcher accommodations except for clients who need medical attention during the trip *Accepts Medicaid with prior approval; fees charged for trips not paid for by Medicaid vary according to length of trip; call for fee information

Services: Local Transportation, Medicaid

Strategic Nonprofit Alliance Partnership (SNAP)

*Offers information, resources, and training to staff and volunteers *Meetings, training and educational seminars which addresses topics such as insurance, fundraising, employment law, employee benefits, grant-writing, financial management, and more *Open forum to share ideas, learn from others and build relationships

Services: Planning/Coordinating/Advisory Groups, Professional Skills Development Support

Tallahassee, City Dept of Communications

*Provides information to residents and media on city government and services; sends e-mails for various information on city commission agendas to job openings to city news releases and more *Produces city's utility bill insert, "Insight", oversees city's web site, facebook and twitter @cotnews, Talgov.

Services: Government Information Services, Planning/Coordinating/Advisory Groups

Tallahassee, City Dial-A-Ride

*Provides curb-side transportation for persons with disabilities within the city of Tallahassee *Provides transportation to any older adult (60 or older) weekdays between 6AM-6:30PM to any city location *A certification package must be completed by all riders to become eligible; certification forms may be obtained by calling the office or by downloading the forms from the website or by applying online; once the office receives the completed application; it can take 5-10 business days for processing *Elderly riders who qualify may become certified as disabled themselves, avoiding refusal of transportation when disabled rider is given priority provided by law *Reservations can be made by calling as early as 2 weeks in advance, but must be made by 2PM one business day in advance at the latest *Riders may be accompanied by a certified personal care attendant; children or infants needing car seat occupy a seat and are charged; any other companion rider will have to pay and will be able to ride only if space is available *More information and scheduling is available on line at www.

Services: Local Transportation

Tallahassee, City Human Resources and Workforce Development

*Addresses issues involving human and race relations *Offers programs to improve community and employee awareness of social issues, diversity, anti-harassment, recruitment and mentoring of minorities and encouragement of minority businesses in city *Oversees city compliance and practical implementation of applicable laws and regulations as mandated by Title VII of Civil Rights Act and Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act *Handles race relations problems and fair housing complaints *Develops targeted equal opportunity programs

Services: Discrimination Assistance, Planning/Coordinating/Advisory Groups

Tallahassee, City of

*Board of Commissioners (4) and Mayor enact policies and rules operating city, establishing goals and target issues and setting tax rates *Four-year staggered terms with elections for two commission seats being held every other year *Meetings: twice monthly to conduct city business; provide citizens with opportunity to participate in government process *Workshops held on specific issues *Appoints four officers to administer the duties of city, including City Manager who directs day to day activities and services

Services: Planning/Coordinating/Advisory Groups, Public Officials Offices

Tallahassee, City Solid Waste Dept

*Solid Waste Services (SWS) provides garbage, bulky items, yard waste and recycling services for residential and commercial customers within the city limits of Tallahassee *Provider of commercial and residential waste collection services (excluding recycling and construction and demolition debris) inside the city limits

Services: City Government Departments/Offices

Tallahassee, City StarMetro Bus System

*City-operated public bus system with central exchange point at CK Steele Central Station, 111 W Tennessee St, on corner of W Tennessee and Adams St *Call or visit website for more information on bus routes and schedules *31 day "Star Card" may be purchased online by credit card for $38 (+$3 for new reloadable cards), with an option of an automatic monthly reload *Reduced rates for persons with disabilities, seniors 60+, persons with a Medicare card or military ID *If you are using an FSU, TCC or FAMU student ID to ride, swipe your ID and show your ID to the Coach Operator *All K-12 Students ride free 7 days a week with STAR card; email StarProgram@Talgov.

Services: Local Transportation