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DDC - Orlando, FL

FEDERAL NUTRITION

Why Hunger:
Free hotline where you can access information for local soup kitchens, food pantries, congregate meal sites, and government nutrition programs.
 
 
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
 
Eligibility:
 
Apply:
CSFP: Commodity Supplemental Food Program
 
Monthly box may include a variety of the following:  juice, farina, oats, ready-to-eat cereal, rice, pasta, peanut butter, dry beans, canned meat, poultry, or fish, and canned fruits and vegetables. 
 
Eligibility: Elderly that are at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.
 

STATE AND TOWN

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.
 
-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.
Human Crisis Center Inc
5514 Edgewater Dr
Orlando, FL 32810
 
U.S. Hunger
830 S Ronald Reagan Blvd Longwood, FL 32750
 
Altamonte Springs Seventh-day Adventist Church
455 Maitland Ave
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
 
The Sharing Center
600 N US Hwy 17 92 Suite 130
Longwood, FL 32750
 

HEALTHCARE AND SCRIPT SAVINGS

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.
 

EMERGENCY INT

 
Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans- press 1)
  
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
 
 

ELDER CARE

Aqua Home Care
3101 Maguire Blvd Suite 276
Orlando, FL 32803
 
Caregivers and Companions Services & Adult Family Care Home
Phone: 407-777-6035
533 E Citrus St
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
 

 

TRANSPORTATION

Florida Medical Transport
1030 Spring Villas Point #1000
Winter Springs, FL 32708
 
 
EliteStar - Non Emergency Medical transportation - Wheelchair | Ambulatory Lake Mary – Florida
2910 W Lake Mary Blvd
Lake Mary, FL 32746
 
 
Medical City Transportation
4369 Hunters Park Ln
Orlando, FL 32837
 

HOUSING

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.

 

ENRICHMENT

One Senior Place

https://www.oneseniorplace.com/

715 Douglas Ave, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714