Ability1st, Center for Independent Living of North FL

*Provides direct human services for persons with disabilities including independent living skills training, information and referral to other relevant organizations, and collaboration and support regarding needs *Durable medical equipment loans such as wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, shower chairs; distributes disposable medical supplies (such as incontinence products) for low income persons with disabilities *Mobility ramp and half-step construction for individuals who qualify *Youth Services: High School High Tech (HSHT) gives youth ages 14-22 with all types of disabilities the opportunity to explore jobs or post-secondary education; open to youth from Leon and Wakulla counties, activities include career counseling and workshops, industry and campus tours, summer internships, community service projects, and more *Assistance in applying for social security benefits *Permanent supportive housing consultation *Homeless outreach

Services: Daily Living Aids, Independent Living Skills Instruction, Medical Equipment/Supplies, Mobility Aids, Youth Employment Programs

ALS Association Florida Chapter, The

*Promotes awareness and understanding of ALS (commonly known as Lou Gehrig's Disease) and the work of the ALS Association by providing up-to-date information and education materials to ALS patients, caregivers, researchers and members in the healthcare field *Information pamphlets, newsletters, research symposiums, and speakers bureau *Regional care coordinators may assist with getting needed services *Available services vary by county; possibilities include health care and insurance advocacy, medical transportation, medical equipment and assistive technology, respite and home care, and support groups

Services: Health/Disability Related Support Groups, Medical Equipment/Supplies, Medical Information Services, Mobility Aids, Respite Care

Elder Care Services, Emergency/Short Term Care

*Emergency assistance for seniors *Emergency food pantry open 9AM-5PM and can be used once per month for three days worth of non-perishable foods; Farmers Market coupons for discounted purchases once per year in Spring *Adaptive equipment available for loan: wheelchairs, walkers, shower chairs, bedside commodes, canes and other items as available *Referral to Home health aides and Meals on Wheels, services available based on funding, there may be a waitlist *Transportation available to qualified individuals *Emergency eHeap (electric) assistance for seniors as funding allows; agency funds are renewed the first of each month and are available until they are depleted

Services: Food Pantries, Food Vouchers, Local Transportation, Medical Equipment/Supplies, Utility Service Payment Assistance

Girl Flo Project, The

*Promotes period equity and makes menstrual products more accessible to Leon County School District students; not private or charter schools *Any eligible student who may not have reliable, consistent access to menstrual products due to financial circumstances or other hardships can call and request free supplies *Donations of menstrual products or donations of money by community members that will go towards the purchasing menstrual product dispensers, menstrual products for the dispensers, and waste receptacles and bags for bathroom stalls are welcome

Services: Menstruation Supplies

Salvation Army, Basic Needs Assistance, Tallahassee Office

*Provide assistance to residents of Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla Counties in need including clothing vouchers, food pantry, hygiene kits, limited baby and feminine hygiene products, furniture vouchers, disaster assistance program, Thanksgiving dinner on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving Day, and holiday Angel Tree assistance program *All assistance is for emergency services only and available on a limited basis; food pantry may be used once a month (except daily bread and pastries, when available); furniture vouchers are given on a case by case bases for those who are recovering from a natural disaster or homelessness and will require photo ID and a letter from a caseworker; personal hygiene kits are provided every 6 months, if available; all other all other assistance is available once every 12 months

Services: Diapers, Food Pantries, Furniture, General Clothing Provision, Menstruation Supplies, Personal/Grooming Supplies

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, 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, loan closet for medical supplies *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, 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