Why Hunger:
Free hotline where you can access information for local soup kitchens, food pantries, congregate meal sites, and government nutrition programs.
English Language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food/
Spanish language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food-es/
National Celiac Association:
Includes information for local resources and gluten-free food pantries.
SNAP: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps)
Federally funded program administered at the state level
Financial support supplementing income to help ensure nutritional needs are met
Apply:
Phone: 833-822-2202
Eligibility:
Anyone Eligible for Medicaid (different than Medicare)
Alabama CSFP: Commodity Supplemental Food Program
Provides foods typically missing from the diets of lower-income adults over 60
Eligibility: Elderly that are at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.
Apply: 800-948-3050
https://www.fns.usda.gov/csfp/commodity-supplemental-food-program
Meals on Wheels:
Mom’s Meals (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.momsmeals.com/
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
-Usually shipped in batches of 10, 14, and 21 days.
-Can store up to 14 days in refrigerator.
-Costs range around <$8.00/meals. Discounts offered for bulk orders and veterans.
Magic Kitchen (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.magickitchen.com/
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
-Most packages are priced at 2 to 4 servings.
-There are some single-serve options.
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
Elderly Assistance Program
Phone: 1-800-243-5463
Financial assistance for qualified adults 60 years of age or older
Mobile Food Pantries
Tarrant Elementary
1269 Portland St.
Birmingham, AL 35217
3rd Saturday at 8:30 am
Montevallo Boys & Girls Club
420 Vine St.
Montevallo, AL 35115
4th Thursday at 8:30 am
Jonesboro Elementary
125 Owen Ave.
Bessemer, AL 35020
3rd Saturday 11:00 am
Community Foodbank of Central Alabama
Phone: call 211
Network assists with SNAP applications and locating:
-Community food resources: locations, hours, and services
-Emergency food program
-Senior Brown Box Program: groceries delivered the 4th week of each month
-Emergency food program
-Senior Brown Box Program: groceries delivered the 4th week of each month
Greater Birmingham Ministries
Phone: 205-326-6821
2304 12th Avenue North
Birmingham, AL 35234
Fridays 9am - 10am
Food pantry, clothes closet, and utility assistance
Holy Rosary
Phone: 205-595-0652
7414 Georgia Road
Birmingham, AL 35212
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10am - 12 pm
Food pantry and clothes closet
Alabama Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
Phone: 877-774-9519
Provides fresh, locally-grown fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs from farmers markets and roadside stands to low-income seniors.
Requirements :
-60 years of age or older
-Limited income
Healthcare Assistance:
Rx Assistance:
Medicare Rx Assistance:
Insulin Assistance:
EyeCare America: eligible patients can receive a free eye exam plus a one year follow up for any condition diagnosed in the initial exam.
National Institute of Health: provides information for several organizations that can assist with eye exams, eyeglasses, and eye-related prescriptions.
National Ramp: provides information and resources for obtaining a ramp.
Paying for Senior Care: provides information for state assistance programs for Durable Medical Equipment.
Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans- press 1)
Adult Protective Services: 334-242-1350
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish, and 200+ through interpretation service
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Crisis Services & Suicide Prevention: Dial 988
Division of Community Services
Phone: 205-325-5300
Financial and Community Services for elderly, disabled, low-income individuals
-Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
-Weatherization Assistance Program
Jefferson County Senior Services
Phone: 205-325-5300
Transportation services to and from area senior centers Monday - Friday
Rental Assistance
National Low-Income Housing Coalition
Senior Living Discounts
Retail, grocery, restaurant, leisure, travel, etc discounts.
Cleaning For A Reason
-Receive 1 free home cleaning each month for 2 months (2 cleanings total)
-Individuals and families who are receiving cancer treatment, recovering from cancer, or in hospice should be eligible.
Division of Community Services
Phone: 205-325-5300
Financial and community services for elderly, disabled, low-income individuals
-Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
-Weatherization Assistance Program
-Weatherization Assistance Program
Senior Center Searchable Link
Hoopersville Senior Center
Phone: 205-324-1302
3901 4th St. West
Birmingham, AL 35207
Hopewell Senior Center
Phone: 205-925-2134 #115
4817 Jefferson Ave. SW
Birmingham, AL 35215
New Hope Senior Center
Phone: 205-925-0755
1310 7th Way SW
Birmingham, AL 35211
Shepherd Center at Don Hawkins
Phone: 205-836-3246
8920 Roebuck Blvd.
Birmingham, AL 35206
Titusville Senior Center
Phone: 205-323-3734
401 Omega St.
Birmingham, AL 35205
Warrior Senior Center
Phone: 205-590-1815
100 Church St.
Warrior, AL 35180