2-1-1 Big Bend, Florida HIV/AIDS Hotline

*Extensive data base for statewide testing sites, information and referrals for HIV/AIDS, STD, and TB concerns via web site and phone *Supportive and crisis counseling

Services: 211 Systems, AIDS/HIV Prevention Counseling, Anonymous HIV Testing, Confidential HIV Testing

2nd Alarm Project

*Free and confidential mental health counseling and peer support via telehealth for Firefighters and First Responders *Counseling provided by by licensed counselors who are familiar with the stressors of public safety work *Assistance for Firefighter/First Responder administrators/leaders in starting or improving a peer support network for their employees and in lessoning the stigma against seeking mental health treatment *App with information and resources may be downloaded from website

Services: General Counseling Services, Peer Counseling, Suicide Prevention Programs, Telemedicine

AAANF, Area Agency on Aging for North Florida, Inc

*Area Agency on Aging for North Florida (aka Advantage Aging Solutions) serves the public through the Elder Helpline *Note: Utility payment assistance may be sporadic due to variations in funding *Elder Helpline and website is a network of information, referral and assistance to seniors, caregivers, professionals, and general public *SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders), Senior Wellness, Caregiver Support, and prescription assistance *Utility assistance (heating and cooling only, not water) for seniors 60+ who already have or are about 5 days away from a disconnect notice and meet federal income guidelines; assistance consists of screening, information and referrals to other agencies such as Elder Care in Leon and Senior Centers in outlying counties; callers given thorough explanation of eligibility and what to expect when contacting agencies *Agencies they refer to may run out of funds before the end of the month *Assistance may be available once per cooling season and once per heating season *Provides elder services during disasters *Assist individuals with accessing Medicaid Long Term Care and other home and community based services *Area Resource Directory at https://www.

Services: Area Agencies on Aging, Caregiver Counseling, Disaster Relief Services, Prescription Expense Assistance, Utility Service Payment Assistance

Ability1st, Center for Independent Living of North FL

COVID-19 update, 08/01/22: Appointments are required, not able to accepts walk-ins *Core services for persons with disabilities including independent living skills training, information and referral to other relevant organizations, and peer support including a weekly mental health support group *Durable medical equipment loans such as wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, shower chairs and disposable medical supplies (incontinence products) for low income persons with disabilities; special funding available for the purchase of equipment for those living with paralysis, there may be a wait list depending on the type of equipment needed *Home Modification Program provides home improvements necessary to eliminate health, safety and architectural barriers including wheelchair ramp construction, halfsteps, handrails, widening doorways and replacing a bathtub with a walk-in shower *FTRI Amplified Phones (free) for persons with hearing or speech loss; beginning and intermediate American Sign Language classes open to any adult in the community *Youth Transition: High School High Tech (HSHT) gives youth ages 14-22 with all types of disabilities the opportunity to explore jobs or post-secondary education leading to technology-related careers; open to youth from Leon, Gadsden or Wakulla counties, activities include career counseling and workshops, industry and campus tours, summer internships, and community service projects *Assistance in applying for social security benefits for persons with dual diagnosis (mental health and/or substance abuse disabilities)

Services: ADA Implementation Assistance, Daily Living Aids, Health/Disability Related Counseling, Health/Disability Related Support Groups, Home Barrier Evaluation/Removal Services, Independent Living Skills Instruction, Medical Equipment/Supplies, Mobility Aids, Prosthetic Devices, Youth Employment Programs

Advanced Driving Systems (ADS)

*Specializes in customized vehicles for persons with disabilities through contracts with the State or direct orders *May be able to build, convert or order equipment to allow disabled individuals to drive a mechanical vehicle such as a van *Lifts for loading wheelchairs, small steering device/brakes for those with limitations in the use of legs or arms, reclining lift chairs, power chairs and 3 or 4 wheel scooters are available

Services: Daily Living Aids, Mobility Aids

AHCA, FloridaHealthFinder.gov

*Updated information on AHCA licensed health care providers: health plans, hospitals, hospice providers, assisted living, nursing homes, physicians, prescription drug prices *Can call or search web site by type, name, county or general zip code area *Status of license of health care providers and agencies available *Report Medicaid fraud if found *Can file a complaint against a health care facility

Services: Consumer Complaints, Consumer Education, Consumer Fraud Reporting, Health Care Referrals, Hospice Care, Hospitals, Medicaid, Medicaid Fraud Reporting, Nursing Facilities

AHCA, Florida Rx Drug Price Finder

*Pricing information for the 300 most commonly used prescription drugs in Florida updated monthly as reported; the price an uninsured consumer, with no discount or supplemental plan, would normally pay *Can call or use website to search by county, city, and medication

Services: Prescription Expense Assistance

Aid for AIDS International

*Collects unused HIV medications and antibiotics to distribute to persons with AIDS in Latin America and the Caribbean only, none in United States *Mail donated medication to: AFA, 131 Varick St, Ste 1006, New York, New York 10013 *Education, prevention, training, and advocacy programs targeting those living with HIV/AIDS in developing countries

Services: Donated Specialty Items, Prescription Expense Assistance

AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP)

*AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) provides pharmaceuticals to low-income, uninsured and underinsured non-Medicaid eligible persons with HIV/AIDS in Florida; all antiretrovirals and many other drugs to prevent opportunistic infections are available through this program *Potential clients should first contact their local Ryan White Part B Agency *In order to get ADAP, patients must become eligible by obtaining a letter of eligibility for HIV/AIDS Patient Care Program Services from a Ryan White Part B Agency *Exception: Miami-Dade callers should call the Department of Health, HIV/AIDS program office in Miami *There is also assistance in some cases for clients who have Medicare Part D

Services: AIDS Drug Assistance Programs

Alexander Graham Bell Assn/Deaf/Hard of Hearing

*Maintains listening and spoken language resource websites for parents, professionals, teens and adults with hearing loss; offers free six-month membership for parents *Helps families, health care providers and education professionals understand childhood hearing loss and the importance of early diagnosis and intervention *Support advocacy, education, research, and financial aid programs for Infants & toddlers, Preschool age children, school age children, and children looking to advance in the Arts & Sciences

Services: Fundraising and Resource Development Support, General Health Education Programs, Health/Disability Related Support Groups, Hearing Augmentation Aids, Speech Therapy