Federal Nutrition: How to apply for SNAP and CSFP in state
How to Apply for SNAP in Florida
SNAP (food assistance) in Florida is administered by the Department of Children and Families (DCF) through the ACCESS Florida system. Applications are handled primarily online or by phone:
- Online: Apply at myflfamilies.com/services/public-assistance (ACCESS Florida portal) — available 24/7
- By Phone: Call the DCF customer call center at 1-850-300-4323 (TTY 1-800-955-8771)
- In Person (nearest DCF office): DCF / ACCESS Florida Service Center — 375 Commerce Pkwy #101, Rockledge
- 📞 (321) 604-4273 | Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
- The closest DCF service center to Titusville (about 30 minutes south). Note: reviews indicate long waits — applying online first and using a community partner for help is strongly recommended.
- Local Application Help: Harry T. Moore Social Services Center — 725 S DeLeon Ave, Titusville
- 📞 (321) 225-4017
- A right-in-Titusville community services hub that can help with applications and benefits, plus a food pantry, free faxing/copying, and a weekly community meal.
Seniors 60+ may qualify for Florida's Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP), which streamlines the process with less paperwork, longer certification periods (up to 36 months), and waived interviews for households where everyone is 60+ or disabled.
💡 CSFP (Commodity Supplemental Food Program): Florida participates in CSFP, providing monthly USDA food boxes to low-income seniors 60+. In Brevard, contact Aging Matters in Brevard at (321) 639-8770 to find your nearest CSFP distribution site.
💡 Tip: Dial 2-1-1 Brevard for free help applying and finding food.
State and Local Nutrition: Local meals on wheels, food pantries, community meals, etc.
Aging Matters in Brevard (Meals on Wheels) — 3600 W King St, Cocoa (serves countywide)
📞 (321) 639-8770 | https://agingmattersbrevard.org/services/meals-on-wheels | Mon–Fri 9am–5pm
The county's lead aging organization and Meals on Wheels provider, delivering meals to homebound seniors throughout Brevard, including Titusville, and running congregate dining sites. This is your first call for home-delivered meals. (Meals are prepared by the Brevard Community Kitchen, (321) 636-9901.)
- Titusville Seniors at Lunch
St. James A.M.E. Church
625 Dummitt Avenue
Titusville, FL 32796
321-410-9194
North Brevard Charities Sharing Center
📞 (321) 269-6555 | northbrevardcharities.org
North Brevard's primary charity, providing a food pantry, emergency financial assistance, and a thrift store for low-income residents and seniors. A cornerstone local resource — call for pantry hours and assistance intake.
- https://northbrevardcharities.org/what-we-do/food-pantry.html
- Tuesdays and Fridays 11a-3p
- 412 Main Street, Titusville, FL 32796
Hummingbird Pantry — distributions at 3000 Jolly St, Titusville (and other sites)
📞 (321) 225-4075 | Drive-through pantry giving out generous fresh produce, meat, and dairy. Operates roughly twice a month — check their Facebook page "Hummingbird Pantry distribution times" for the current schedule, as days vary.
No One Hungry Food Pantry — 418 Pine St, Titusville
📞 (321) 567-4408 | Tue 10am–12pm | https://www.noonehungryfl.org/
A small, caring neighborhood pantry.
Harry T. Moore Social Services Center — 725 S DeLeon Ave, Titusville
📞 (321) 225-4017 | https://www.titusville.com/2821/Community-Meal-Program
- Community Meal Program: The Community Meal program is held on the third Thursday of the month starting at 3:00pm in the Community Room; sponsorship provided. Doors open at 2:45pm. This is a dine-in only event, no to-go's or take outs. Days and times are subject to change. Meals are served while supply last or until 4:00PM.
Food Pantry at Life Church of Titusville — 801 S Park Ave, Titusville
📞 (321) 267-2455 | https://www.lifechurchoftitusville.com/food-pantrybenevolence.html
A church-based pantry serving the immediate area. Check website for food pantry hours.
North Brevard Food Pantries List: https://www.titusville.com/DocumentCenter/View/6092/Food-Pantries-List-North-Brevard-as-of-October-2025
Titusville Resources for Senior Citizens: https://www.titusville.com/2803/Community-Resources#docaccess-2d2fa1a2b7473f0a7fd0c7063c977c98d776b421c64f23ebfd79e721d7071f4a
Brevard Alzheimer's Foundation – Feed Hope Now Food Assistance
- https://brevardalz.org/feed-hope-now/
- The Brevard Alzheimer’s Foundation is working with the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida delivering boxes of food to our neediest seniors in Brevard County. The boxes will be safely delivered to seniors bi-weekly with a combination of produce and non-perishable foods.
- For assistance please reach out to the Senior Nutrition Program Director Karlee McDaniels by calling 321-253-4430 ext. 116 or by email kmcdaniels@brevardalz.org.
💡 Tip: Dial 2-1-1 for a complete, up-to-date list of pantries and community meals — schedules change frequently.
Elder Care: Caregiver assistance, local area on aging, etc.
Elder Care: Caregiver assistance, local area on aging, etc.
Aging Matters in Brevard — 3600 W King St, Cocoa
📞 (321) 639-8770 | agingmattersbrevard.org | Mon–Fri 9am–5pm
Brevard's lead aging-services nonprofit, offering case management, caregiver support, in-home services, congregate and home-delivered meals, and a free grab-bar/home-safety installation program for seniors. (Reviewers praise the grab-bar installers; note that demand is high, so be patient and persistent.)
- In-Home Services: https://agingmattersbrevard.org/services/home-care
- Some home care aides may help with housekeeping duties such as vacuuming, cleaning the bathroom and doing laundry. They may also run errands, prepare light meals, and provide non-medical personal care.
- We work with some long term medicaid manager care programs such as Sunshine Health, Humana, Aetna and Florida Community Care. Other programs are private pay.
- Call our office at 321-806-3802 for an assessment.
- Hours of Operation: Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm
- The Sunflower House’s medical equipment bank loans out and accepts wheelchairs, seated walkers, shower chairs, bedside commodes, and adult consumable supplies.
- https://agingmattersbrevard.org/services/sunflower-houseSunflower House: offers information and assistance to those caring for their loved ones living throughout Brevard County. In addition to printed materials, monthly programming includes movies, support groups, activities, disease management workshops, and classes/presentations for caregivers. Available at no cost to the community, donations are gratefully accepted
Senior Resource Alliance (Area Agency on Aging for the region)
📞 Elder Helpline: 1-800-963-5337 | seniorresourcealliance.org | Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
This is the official designated Area Agency on Aging for Brevard County (serving Orange, Osceola, Seminole, and Brevard). The Elder Helpline is your single most important number — it connects seniors and caregivers to Older Americans Act programs: caregiver respite, in-home services, case management, the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care program, and waitlist screening. Call first to begin any service.
- 407-514-1800
- Email: info@sraflorida.org
Brevard Alzheimer's Foundation
- Joe's Club (Titusville Adult Day Care) — 830 S Park Ave, Titusville | https://brevardalz.org/
📞 (321) 268-9144 | Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm
An outstanding adult day care for seniors with dementia/Alzheimer's, giving family caregivers daytime respite. - Project RELIEF – No-cost companion sitting
- https://brevardalz.org/project-r-e-l-i-e-f/
- The RELIEF Program offers in-home respite that is an expansion of respite currently available through other programs, including evening and weekend respite.
Comfort Keepers Space Coast — 324B Mariners Way, Titusville
📞 689-799-7734 | Open 24/7
A locally revitalized in-home care agency (owners Tony and Gina) providing companionship and personal care for seniors who want to age safely at home.
Able Home Care, Inc. — 751 S Washington Ave, Titusville
📞 (321) 607-6907 | Mon–Thu 8am–4:30pm, Fri 8am–2pm
A local home-care agency providing aides for daily-living tasks. Long-established and well-regarded in Titusville.
Parrish Home Health — 830 Century Medical Dr, Ste A, Titusville
📞 (321) 383-5422 | Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm
Skilled home health (nursing, physical therapy, wound care) affiliated with the local Parrish Medical Center — families praise measurable improvements and caring staff.
- https://www.parrishhealthcare.com/services/home-health/
- Senior Solutions: https://www.parrishhealthcare.com/services/senior-health-services/senior-solutions/
- 321-268-6800 – M-F 9a-5p
- Various programs, resources, and support for seniors, their families, and caregivers.
💡 Key Statewide Resources:
- Florida Elder Helpline: 1-800-963-5337 (master number for all aging services)
- SHINE (free Medicare/Medicaid counseling): call the Elder Helpline and ask for SHINE
- Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-272-3900
- Long-Term Care Ombudsman: 1-888-831-0404
- Elder Affairs Florida: https://elderaffairs.org/resources/aging-and-disability-resource-centers-adrcs/
Transportation: Senior transportation
Senior TranServe: https://agingmattersbrevard.org/services/senior-transportation-services
- 321-806-3787
Vets Driving Vets: https://agingmattersbrevard.org/services/senior-transportation-services
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321-806-3787
Brevard Alzheimer's Foundation — https://brevardalz.org/senior-transportation/
- For assistance please reach out to the SafeRide Program Director Karlee McDaniels by calling 321-253-4430 ext. 116 or by email kmcdaniels@brevardalz.org.
- Due to the costs associated with owning our vehicles and providing employed drivers, not volunteers, we do charge a minimal fee of $10 per trip, or $20 round-trip.
- Transportation services are typically provided for qualifying appointments from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Space Coast Area Transit (SCAT / 321Transit) — county system
📞 (321) 633-1878 | 321transit.com
Brevard's fixed-route public bus system. Seniors 65+ and Medicare cardholders qualify for reduced fares. SCAT serves Titusville with several routes.
SCAT Paratransit / Transportation Disadvantaged (TD) Program
📞 (321) 633-1878 | Apply through SCAT: https://321transit.com/special-services/americans-with-disabilities-act-ada/
Door-to-door shared-ride service for seniors and people with disabilities who can't use fixed-route buses. Eligibility application and advance reservations required. (Drivers are widely praised; reviewers note the scheduling office can be busy, so book ahead.) Brevard's Volunteers in Motion program also provides volunteer-driver rides to medical appointments — ask SCAT or Aging Matters.
G.C.O. Non-Emergency Medical Transport
📞 (352) 240-1124 | Open 24/7 | A 5-star (41 reviews) wheelchair-accessible medical transport serving Central Florida including the Titusville area — praised for professional, caring drivers and reasonable pricing for appointments and hospital trips.
💡 Additional Tips:
- Medicaid NEMT: If on Florida Medicaid, free rides to covered appointments may be available through your managed care plan — check your member card.
- The Elder Helpline (1-800-963-5337) can also point you to additional subsidized rides.
- 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 Maltreatment Hotline: 800-482-8049
- 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
Housing: Rental assistance, home cleaning and repair assistance, utility assistance, etc.
Housing: Rental assistance, home cleaning and repair assistance, utility assistance, etc.
Aging Matters Brevard – In-Home Services & Senior Assistance Program
- In-Home Services
- https://agingmattersbrevard.org/services/home-care
- Call our office at 321-806-3802 for an assessment.
- https://agingmattersbrevard.org/services/housing-improvements
- Call if you have questions! 321-631-2744Senior Assistance Program – Housing Improvements
North Brevard Charities Sharing Center
📞 (321) 269-6555 | northbrevardcharities.org
North Brevard's primary charity, providing a food pantry, emergency financial assistance, and a thrift store for low-income residents and seniors. A cornerstone local resource — call for pantry hours and assistance intake.
- Financial Help: https://northbrevardcharities.org/what-we-do/financial-help.html
- Emergency Housing, Transitional Housing, and Affordable Housing: https://northbrevardcharities.org/what-we-do/housing.html
- Thrift Store: https://northbrevardcharities.org/what-we-do/thrift-store.html
- 4475 S Hopkins Ave
- Monday-Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 9a-5p; Thursday 9a-3p; Sunday 10a-4p
Brevard Alzheimer's Foundation
- EHEAP: https://brevardalz.org/eheap/
- For questions, please contact the Community Action Team at (321) 633-1951.
- Health Equipment Lending: https://brevardalz.org/health-equipment-lending-program/
- Call our office at (321) 253-4430 or email us to see if the equipment you need is in stock. We’ll ask you a few simple questions so we know who you are and how to get in touch with you. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Titusville Housing Authority — 524 S Hopkins Ave, Titusville
📞 (321) 267-4204 | Mon–Thu 9am–4pm | https://www.hactv.com/
Administers Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and public housing for low-income seniors and families, including senior buildings like The Towers on Indian River Drive. Apply for the waitlist when open.
Brevard County Community Action Agency — 415 Stone St, Cocoa
📞 (321) 633-1951 | https://www.brevardfl.gov/HousingAndHumanServices/CommunityActionAgency
The county agency administering LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance) and utility-bill help. (Reviews reflect that the program is in heavy demand and the small staff can be slow — apply early, keep copies, and follow up persistently. Households with someone 60+ should ask specifically about EHEAP, the emergency elderly version.)
The Salvation Army of Brevard
📞 (321) 631-2766 (Brevard command) | Provides emergency rent and utility assistance to prevent eviction and shutoffs — often accessed via a 2-1-1 referral.
💡 Utility & Repair Resources:
- Florida Power & Light (FPL) Care to Share: emergency bill assistance — ask FPL at 1-800-226-3545.
- Aging Matters' Home Safety / Grab Bar program ((321) 639-8770): free minor safety modifications (grab bars, etc.) for income-eligible seniors.
- Weatherization Assistance is administered through the Community Action Agency (321) 633-1951.
- Rebuilding Together Brevard: free critical home repairs for low-income senior and disabled homeowners — find current intake via 2-1-1.
- For light housekeeping, the in-home care agencies in the Elder Care section provide homemaking services.
Enrichment: Senior centers, community activities, etc.
Aging Matters in Brevard – Bone Builders Program
- https://agingmattersbrevard.org/bone-builders-program
- Bone Builders is a free senior strength training and health education program offered through AmeriCorps Seniors and Aging Matters in Brevard’s Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). During one-hour classes that meet twice weekly, participants lift light hand weights to improve bone and muscle strength, while also working to better their balance. Once a week, instructors discuss important topics related to bone health and nutrition.
- Location: Titusville Public Library (321-264-5026)
- 2121 S Hopkins Ave, Titusville, FL 32780
- M / W 1:30 pm
- Call 321-631-2749 to sign up
North Brevard Senior Center — 909 Lane Ave, Titusville
📞 (321) 268-2333 | Mon–Thu 9am–4pm, Fri 9am–1pm | https://nbsc.website/index.html
An impressive roster of activities for those 50+: cards, games, line dancing classes and monthly dances, ballroom lessons, karaoke, Spanish/art/computer/craft classes, AARP driver safety, dinner theater, fashion shows, a Senior Singles social group, and monthly dinner/movie nights. Rooms also available for private events. A wonderful, welcoming hub.
Sandrift Community Center — 585 N Singleton Ave, Titusville
📞 (321) 264-5037 | Mon–Fri 9a-6p, Sat 10a-2p
A lively county community center offering Zumba, line dancing, Tai Chi, "Dance It Off" classes, pool tables, and more — great low-cost fitness and social options for active seniors.
Titusville Public Library — 2121 S Hopkins Ave, Titusville
📞 (321) 264-5026 | Mon–Tue 9am–8pm, Wed–Thu 9am–6pm, Fri–Sat 9am–5pm, Sun 1–5pm
A library with free programs and events for adults, a genealogy section, computers, and helpful, friendly staff. Open seven days a week — an excellent free enrichment destination.
💡 Additional Enrichment Resources:
- SilverSneakers: Many Medicare Advantage plans include free gym/fitness access — check eligibility at silversneakers.com or (888) 423-4632.
- AARP Florida: aarp.org/fl or 1-866-595-6222 for events, free AARP Tax-Aide, and fraud-prevention workshops (the North Brevard Senior Center hosts AARP driver-safety classes).
- Brevard County Parks & Recreation (North Area): offers senior fitness, aquatics, and social programming — (321) 264-5105.
- 2-1-1 Brevard: Dial 211 anytime for a live specialist to find current activities, support groups, and assistance.
Titusville is well-served for a smaller city, with two especially strong local anchors: Aging Matters in Brevard (321-639-8770) for meals, caregiver support, and home-safety help, and the North Brevard Senior Center (321-268-2333) for enrichment and social connection. Countywide, keep the Florida Elder Helpline (1-800-963-5337) and 2-1-1 Brevard handy for everything else.