Manatee County Resources

Manatee County Florida Community Resources

 

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  • Project Heart    https://www.manateeschools.net/Page/3719

    Project HEART assists students who lack a fixed, adequate, and stable night time residence such as students living in the following situations:

    • Run away and domestic family shelters
    • Motel and hotel
    • Double up with other people due to loss of housing or economic hardship
    • In a car, park, abandoned buildings, or bus station.
    • Project Heart Flyer

    Family Resources   https://familyresourcesinc.org/contact-family-resources/

    When parents and teens don’t see eye-to-eye, small issues become big problems. Family Resources offers individual and family counseling that provides a clear path to resolution. Family crisis intervention addresses the issues that led to the crisis (including regularly missing school, running away from home, and displaying unmanageable behaviors) and then assesses the likelihood of future problems.

    Family and individual counseling offers a safe refuge for parents and kids. Trained, dedicated, and available staff will help you overcome your difficulties. As soon as possible, a counselor is assigned to your family who is ready to identify solutions that will begin the healing process.

    Centerstone   https://centerstone.org/

    As one of the nation’s largest providers of community-based behavioral health services, Centerstone serves more than 170,000 individuals and families in Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee each year. Centerstone has a program to help you — whether you need help with marital counseling, a child’s behavioral issues, depression, addiction, the effects of abuse or other emotional and behavioral issues.

    Mental Health Services Directory   https://www.manateeschools.net/cms/lib/FL02202357/Centricity/Domain/2909/Mental%20Health%20Services%20Directory.pdf

    Take Stock in Children   https://manateetakestock.org/students-and-parents/

    Take Stock in Children (TSIC) is a powerful and proven life-changing program that provides hope and the promise of a better future for Florida’s students. It is designed to impact the major elements of a young child’s life: family, school and community, beginning as early as the sixth grade.

    Community Programs

    Table of Contents

    Education

    Emergency Services

    Government Divisions and Agencies

    Health Care Non-Emergency

    Libraries

    • Braden River ~ 941-727-6079
    • Central ~ 941-748-5555
    • Island ~ 941-778-6341
    • Palmetto ~ 941-722-3333
    • Rocky Bluff ~ 941-723-4821
    • South Manatee ~ 941-755-3892

    Telephone, Television, Internet

    Electricity

    Fire Department Non-Emergency

    Government Offices

    Law Enforcement

    Natural Gas

    Water, Sewage and Garbage

    FREE REFERRALS FOR VARIOUS NEEDS

    211: Free referrals to community resources 24/7/365. TEXT your ZIP code to 898-211, CALL 211 or CHAT or SEARCH ONLINE.

    MyFloridaMyFamily: An online search-by-ZIP Code platform in partnership with AuntBertha, listing various family resources.

    Family Network on Disabilities of Manasota (FND):  A non-profit organization that assists families of children with disabilities and special needs. Their network is made up of an alliance of parents, professionals and community members. List of resources

    TEMPORARY SHELTER

    Suncoast Partnership to End Homelessness: The lead agency and recipient of the State of Florida Unified Grant for the Manatee and Sarasota region.

    The Salvation Army: Services include free evening meal program, emergency overnight shelters, case management and social service programs. Also offers Christmas assistance programs (e.g. Angel Tree, Adopt-A-Family). They also offer faith-based and character-building programs for adults and youth.

    Turning Points: Provides temporary housing, along with rental and utility assistance and assistance trying to find more affordable housing options.

     UTILITY ASSISTANCE

    Turning Points: Provides rental and utility assistance and assistance trying to find more affordable housing options.

    Step-Up Suncoast: Program provides utility assistance to households in need.

    St. Vincent de Paul: Program provides utility assistance to households in need. Pay electric and water companies in Manatee County to keep the service going and sometimes to restore the service. They are able to assist neighbors by paying utility bills that are past due on Final Notice or have been shut off.

    EMERGENCY HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE FOR THE ELDERLY

    Program provides assistance to households with at least one person aged 60 or over with payment of electric final notices, deposits and past due notices. Eligibility is based on household size and gross income.  Call Neighborhood Services’ Aging Services team at (941) 749-3030.

    VETERANS TEMPORARY HOUSING

    JFCS of the Suncoast: Supports veterans and their families who reside on the Suncoast who are confronting life’s challenges. They offer case management, financial and employment assistance to low-income veterans and their families who are homeless or who are about to become homeless to enable them to obtain or maintain stable, permanent housing.

    FOOD ASSISTANCE

    Click here for a list of food distribution events, along with local pantry locations and hours of operation.

    GAS & TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE

    St. Vincent de Paul: Gas vouchers are given to the clients so they may transport their children to school, themselves to work and/or job interviews, and medical appointments.

    MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

    We Care Manatee: Provides free, quality medical care and referral services to low-income, uninsured adult residents of Manatee County, Florida. Partnerships with community hospitals and alliances with other medical facilities enable us to give our patients the quality care they need, from local providers they trust.

    MENTAL HEALTH

    Suicide Support Group: If you have a loved one who has attempted suicide or lost a loved one by suicide, you are not alone. Join the Suicide Support Group. Meets First and Third Wednesdays of every month, from 6:30 to 8 PM, at 2911 Fruitville Road, Sarasota 34237. Sponsored by Centerstone and NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). To register, call Taylor Walker, Program Coordinator, at 941-444-3428 or email info@namisarasotacounty.org

    SUBSTANCE ABUSE

    Drug-Free Manatee: Manatee County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition (Drug Free Manatee) was founded in 2001. We develop community partnerships that implement comprehensive, evidence-based environmental strategies to prevent and reduce substance abuse while promoting health and wellness throughout the county, especially among youth.

    Tow to Go (temporarily Suspended due to COVID): Since 1998, Tow to Go has safely removed more than 25,000 impaired drivers from roads across the Southeast and the Midwest. AAA through it’s Auto Club Group Traffic Safety Foundation and Budweiser provide this program to prevent impaired drivers from getting behind the wheel and risking the lives of other motorists.

    SMOKING CESSATION

    Tobacco-Free Florida: Call 1-877-U-CAN-NOW (1-877-822-6669) to speak with a trained Quit Coach or find a smoking-cessation program.

    Gulfcoast South AHEC (Area Health Education Center):  Offers two course types: single session (meeting once—Tools to Quit class) and multi session (meeting once a week for several weeks—Quit Smoking Now class). Find courses in your area, or call a cessation specialist at 866-534-7909.

    DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

    Hope Family Services:  24/hour confidential help line, chat and text: 941-755-6805. To be connected directly to an advocate, text “survivor” to 69922 to be directly connected to one of their advocates 24/7.

    CHILDREN’S SERVICES

    Whole Child Manatee: A community-wide effort to get our children off to the best start in life by ensuring they have everything they need to thrive. Provides referrals for families for a wide-range of services.

    Car Seat Safety: Classes and individual appointments to teach you how to install and use your car seat correctly. You will also learn when to transition your child to another seat and how to keep your child safe as he or she grows. More information.

    County-Funded Children’s Programs

    RELATIONSHIP/FAMILY

    To Inform Families First (TIFF): An emergency contact information program. By registering, you can help law enforcement reach your loved ones quickly in an emergency. All you need is a Drivers License or ID Card. Register Now

    Respite Shelters: A respite shelter is a “cool-down” place in a safe environment, a potential option for parents/guardians to consider for their children in lieu of a family-violence arrest. More Info

    SENIOR CITIZENS

    Elder Help Line: For anyone seeking information or services relating to Manatee County senior citizens. Available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  There is a voicemail system in place for after hours and holidays in which a person can leave a message and their call will be returned the next business day. Call (941) 742-5818. In the event of an emergency, call 9-1-1 or the Department of Children and Families Abuse Registry at (800) 962-2873.

    SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders): Free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and local Area Agency on Aging. Specially trained volunteers who can assist with Medicare, Medicaid and health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information. More information

    Social-Distancing Apps: A third-party guide to some apps and technologies well suited for senior citizens to connect with loved ones and healthcare professionals and essential goods and services.

    BAY PINES VA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM MEDICAL-LEGAL PARTNERSHIP (MLP) PROGRAM

    The MLP program is a health and legal alliance between the C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center, Stetson University Veterans Law Institute, and Bay Area Legal Services. The program is designed specifically for Veterans enrolled for care with the Bay Pines VAHCS (some exceptions may apply) who are in need of legal representation/consultation for non-criminal offenses, who may not otherwise be able to afford legal representation. Services are provided by MLP attorneys at no cost. The MLP Program office is headquartered in building 100, room 1E-241 at the C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center. Legal services are provided on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed for one-hour lunch). Walk-ins are seen in the morning (9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.) and scheduled appointments are booked in the afternoon. To make an appointment, call 727-398-9592. More Information.

    LEGAL SERVICES

    Legal Aid of Manasota: Located at 1101 6th Ave. W Ste. 111 Bradenton, FL. Their services are low cost legal and some may be pro-bono. There are a variety of services available, including bankruptcy, wage garnishment, debt collections, landlord/tenant issues, foreclosure defense, mobile home disputes, public housing issues, immigration issues, protection injunctions, divorce, powers of attorney, living wills, wills, health care surrogates, probate to preserve homestead, non-profit assistance, guardianships and domestic violence. For more information contact: Nina Perry, Esq. 941-747-1628

    TAX PREPARATION

    Step Up Suncoast: Will offer free (virtual) tax preparation services January 25 to April 12. In-person appointments may be available ONLY for the elderly and those with limited proficiency in English. Email or call 941-300-2256 for more information. Step-by-step details

    United Way Suncoast:  By appointment only at locations throughout the region. VITA site and appointment-making information.

    CRIME PREVENTION RESOURCES

    CLOTHING RESOURCES

    Women’s Resource Center: Located at 1926 Manatee Ave. W Bradenton FL, the Clothing Closet is available Monday through Thursday 9am-4pm and on Friday from 9am-11:30am. They allow one visit every six months (five complete outfits, two shoes, and one purse). For more information contact: Chris Braun, Manatee 941-747-6797 | Sarasota 941-366-1700

    Information and Referral

    United Way 2-1-1 Manasota Hotline
    Dial 2-1-1 to speak with an information and referral specialist 24 hours a day.  United Way 2-1-1 of Manasota has the most up-to-date and comprehensive information about available programs and services in Manatee County.
    Location: 1800 Second Street, Suite 102, Sarasota, FL 34236
    Phone: 2-1-1 or 941-308-4357
    Internet: www.uw211manasota.net

     

    Domestic Violence

    HOPE Family Services
    This agency provides a Safe Shelter, free counseling for adults and children, advocacy, and food and clothing to those effected by domestic violence.
    Location: Multiple locations, please call or see website for information and directions.
    Phone: 941-747-8499
    Internet: www.hopefamilyservice.org

     

     

    Homeless

    Turning Points
    This agency coordinates the One-Stop Center which provides homeless information and referral, day resource services, and rental assistance.
    Location: 701 17th Ave. W., Bradenton FL 34205
    Hours of operation for the One-Stop are Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
    Phone: 941-747-1509
    Internet: http://tpmanatee.org/

     

    Our Daily Bread
    This agency provides free daily meals to homeless and to all who are hungry.  Meals are served between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., 7 days a week, excluding Thanksgiving and Christmas.
    Location: 701 17th Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34205
    Phone: 941-745-2992
    Internet: www.ourdailybreadofbradenton.org

     

    The Salvation Army
    This agency provides emergency overnight shelter, as available, for men, women and children.  Evening meals are served daily at 5:00 pm.
    Location:  1204 14th St. W., Bradenton, FL 34205
    Phone: 941-748-5110
    Internet:  none

     

    Suncoast Partnership to End Homelessness
    This agency is the designated Continuum of Care agency dealing with homelessness and homeless prevention issues in Manatee and Sarasota Counties.
    Location: Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center, 1750 17th St., K-1, Sarasota, FL 34234
    Phone:  941-955-8987
    Internet:  www.suncoastpartnership.org

     

    Catholic Charities
    This agency provides immigration information, help with credit issues, and provides emergency assistance funds as available.
    Location: 1219 16th St. W., Bradenton, FL 34205
    Phone: 941-714-7829
    Internet: www.catholiccharitiesdov.org

     

    Health, Mental Health and Substance Abuse

     

    We Care
    This agency prequalifies low income citizens to receive specialized medical care donated by participating doctors in our community.  The Agency also offers a Free Clinic at the One-Stop Center (701 17th Ave. W., Bradenton, FL  34205).
    Location: 300 Riverside Dr E, Suite 2000, Bradenton, FL  34208
    Phone: 941-755-3952
    Internet: www.wecaremanatee.org

     

    Manatee Glens
    This agency provides free assessment and referral services, and assists with mental health and substance abuse issues (alcoholism, drug abuse) affecting children and adults.  Services are provided at various locations throughout the County.
    Location of Hospital & Addictions Center: 2020 26th Ave. E., Bradenton, FL 34208
    Phone for 24 hour Crisis Emergency Assessment:  941-782-4617
    Phone for Outpatient Services:  941-782-4150
    Internet: www.manateeglens.org

     

    Legal Assistance

    Legal Aid of Manasota
    This agency provides free legal services to low income individuals and families in Sarasota and Manatee counties who cannot afford to pay an attorney. Local lawyers donate their time and expertise in the areas of domestic violence, family law, foreclosure, guardianship, landlord/tenant, senior wills, pro-bono legal services to non-profit agencies and other legal services. Monthly community education classes are also offered.
    Location: 1101 6th Ave. W., Suite 111, Bradenton, FL 34205
    Phone: 941-747-1628
    Internet: www.legalaidofmanasota.org

     

    Gulfcoast Legal Services
    This agency provides legal help to income eligible residents with housing and mortgage foreclosure problems, family or domestic violence issues, immigration matters, SSI/disability and consumer matters. Gulfcoast Legal Services also has a special project to help seniors in Pinellas, Manatee and Sarasota Counties.
    Location: 430 12th St. W. (Old Main), Bradenton, FL 34205
    Phone: 941-746-6151
    Internet: www.gulfcoastlegal.org

     

    Transition Services

    Women’s Resource Center
    This agency provides counseling, networking, computer and employment training/coaching, and a career closet to women in transition.
    Location: 1926 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34205
    Phone: 941-747-6797
    Internet: wrcmanatee.org

     

    Programs for Seniors

    Meals on Wheels Plus
    This agency provides nutritious meals and other services to home bound, elderly, and disabled individuals.  It also provides an Adult Day Center for functionally impaired older adults.
    Location: 811 23rd Ave. E., Bradenton, FL 34208
    Phone: 941-747-4655
    Internet: http://www.mealsonwheelsplus.org/
    Myakka City Community Center
    This agency provides the Super Senior & Special People program to help seniors age 55 and over, and individuals age 18 and over with special needs, to develop a sense of community and self-worth.  It also delivers lunches to those who are home bound.
    Location: 10060 Wauchula Rd., Myakka City, FL 34251
    Phone: 941-322-8114
    Internet: myakkacityfl.com

     

    Programs to Assist with Disabilities: Developmental

    Easter Seals of Southwest Florida
    This agency provides services and programs that empower individuals with disabilities and their families. Services include adult day training, children’s respite, children’s therapy, creative arts and employment services.
    Location: 350 Braden Ave., Sarasota, FL 34243
    Phone: 941-355-7637
    Internet: www.easterseals-swfl.org

    Programs to Assist with Disabilities: Physical

    Suncoast Center for Independent Living, Inc.
    The agency provides the professional support and services to help individuals with all types of disabilities to develop the necessary skills to live independently and to thrive within the community. Services include: Advocacy, Independent Living Skills Training, Information and Referral, Equipment Loans, Home Modification, Peer Counseling and Computer Equipment Loan and Repair.
    Location: 3281 17th Street, Sarasota, FL  34235
    Phone: 941-351-9545 (VOICE, TDD/TTY)
    Internet: http://www.scil4u.org/

     

    Programs to Assist with Disabilities: Vision

    Lighthouse of Manasota
    The agency provides Independent Living Adult programs, job readiness programs, support groups and clubs, and advocacy for visually impaired individuals.
    Location: 7318 N. Tamiami Tr., Sarasota, FL 34243
    Phone: 941-359-1404
    Internet: www.lighthouseofmanasota.org

     

    Other Services

     

    MOTE Marine Laboratory
    This agency provides 24-hour response to marine mammal and sea turtle strandings through its Stranding Investigation Program.
    Location: 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota, FL 34236
    Phone: 941-388-4441  (Emergency Marine Rescue Pager: 941-988-0212)
    Internet: www.mote.org
    Keep Manatee Beautiful
    This agency inspires community involvement through its commitment to making Manatee County a cleaner and more beautiful environment.  Keep Manatee Beautiful develops networks of volunteers who help provide grassroots solutions to: Littering, Recycling, Illegal dumping, Beautification, and Solid waste disposal.
    Location: 4410 66th St W, Bradenton, FL  34210
    Phone: (941) 795-8272
    Internet: http://manateebeautiful.com/

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