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Assistance programs Okaloosa County.

Find information on charities, community action agencies, churches and other places to turn to for help with rent, utility bills, housing costs as well as other expenses in Okaloosa County. There are also charities that give out free stuff, ranging from food from pantries to medical or dental care, Christmas gifts, and other goods. Get financial help near you in Okaloosa County.

Assistance (whether financial or non-monetary items) can help low income families, senior citizens, or a family facing a crisis. There is also case management around paying down debts as well as help in making money or finding a job. Therefore, whether a parent needs free school supplies for a student, vouchers to pay for a hotel, or information on section 8 housing choice vouchers near you, resources are offered.

Emergency financial assistance for bills and housing in Okaloosa County

Catholic Charities of Northwest Florida offers emergency financial help and material assistance. Some of the programs they offer to low income, the elderly, disabled, migrant workers and unemployed include hardship funds, food, clothes and more. There is financial assistance for a crisis. The money they distribute is not intended to be an ongoing charity type program, but rather one time help for a short term crisis.

In addition, they also distribute free food or hygiene stuff. There are also low cost adoption services in Okaloosa County, offer counseling services to all in need. The charity will provide information and referrals for other Florida and federal government programs, and help people regardless of their race, religion or natural origin. In addition, they have holiday gift programs. People can turn to them for holiday meals and gifts. Call them at (850)244-2825. The address is 11 First St SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548.

Harvest House assists people in Okaloosa County. The organization was established as an ecumenical outreach to assist individuals, single mothers and low-income families. There is help for people who may be experiencing a crisis or some type of difficulty in meeting their needs. Qualified families can receive food or clothing. Call (850) 837-2277.

 

 

 

Sharing and Caring of Okaloosa County, Inc. (phone number (850)-244-0778). This non-profit charity agency provides various forms of help to those in need. Receive free food and assistance for paying rent, vouchers for prescription medicines, transportation services, or free gasoline vouchers. There is also kids or adult clothing and layettes. Services are provided to people who need help based on their need and funds availability of the agency. The location is 126 Beal Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548.

The Salvation Army of Okaloosa County has limited funding that they can provide. The charity agency can assist viable (qualified) clients by providing them with rent help, a homeless shelter, free food from a pantry, clothing, and money for utility bills. There is also access to state and federal government rent assistance programs, or even free vouchers  for prescription drugs.

  • Free seasonal help is offered too. That may be free back to school supply events or fans to cool a house during the winter. Or try Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas toy or food boxes programs in Okaloosa County. They do a great job of providing resources, as well as help and hope to those in need. Call them at (850)243-4531, or find information on Okaloosa County Salvation Army assistance.

The local community action agency, Tri-County Community Council, Inc. (dial (850) 547-3689) also offers several assistance programs. The Okaloosa County non-profit can provide information on other options. The services they offer include:

  • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) - The primary goal is to help qualified individuals, families, seniors or disabled adults and households deal with energy bills. The program and agency provide financial assistance in emergency situations to eligible families and individuals who are struggling with paying their utility bills, and who are in danger of losing home energy during a crisis or emergency.
     
  • Emergency food and shelter - Provides emergency assistance and grants to low and moderate income individuals. The funds can be used for food, housing expenses and utility bills.

 

 

 

 

  • Florida job placement and training - The Tri County Community Council helps people find a job and/or gain new skills. Whether coding, starting a business, taking out loans, or something else. There are even free government job training in Florida.
     
  • Weatherization - Is a free program that helps people conserve energy. The work performed on eligible peoples homes includes adding attic insulation and ventilation, window and door replacement and repair, caulking, weatherstripping of doors, insulation of electric hot water heaters, window glazing, and repair of exterior walls, ceilings and floors.
     
  • Other services in Okaloosa County include educational support from Early Head Start, job placement and training, and more. The community action agency administers emergency hardship grants at the same time self-sufficiency.

There are other programs offered too. All resources are limited. Find financial help from Tri-County Community Council.

Community Action Program Committee provides assistance in the region. Several of the programs are offered as the result of federal government funding, and those include LIHEAP, the Head Start child development, and weatherization. However there are also case managers on site who work with clients on self-sufficiency matters.

  • Staff from the Okaloosa County non-profit committee can help families locate resources and provide referrals. A major focus is on addressing the cause of poverty and offering referrals to financial assistance or homeless prevention programs, such as rental help. Click here more details on Community Action Program Committee.

Veterans will get help, both locally and from national programs. There are government benefits, free money for paying bills, grants and other services. The goal is to help low-income veterans, and their families, get help. Learn how to get free money as a veteran.

Housing, including short term units, homeless shelters, and transitional housing programs, operate across Crestview, Okaloosa County, and northwestern Florida. Families and individuals can explore low income apartments and homes and receive support on a long term solution. Learn more on short term housing in NW Florida.

 

 

 

Find free stuff from charities in Okaloosa County and northwest Florida. There are clothing as well as furniture banks that provide basic needs to the needy. Assistance includes free holiday and Christmas goods, clothes, household supplies, vouchers, school backpacks or other supplies as well as other items. There are also free appliances and items for a home. More on free clothing closets, furniture banks and school supplies in northwestern Florida.

Homeless assistance from Continuum of Care - The main focus of the Okaloosa County agency is on stopping evictions and rehousing the homeless. Many non-profits and churches make up the organization, and qualified low income families and the poor can look into shelters, emergency financial aid for rent, case management, and job training. The formerly homeless may be placed into low income apartments or receive funds to pay the security deposit. More on Okaloosa Walton Homeless Continuum of Care.

Agencies may have funds for rental payments. There are some non-profits as charities that focus on this expense. Even if direct financial aid is not available for a security deposit or rent, some offer referrals or can help low income families or the elderly sign up for mediation or apply to section 8. Click more information on Okaloosa and Walton County rent assistance.

Help for car repairs are offered. Christian Automotive Repair Support, also known as CARS, will help low income families with paying for and providing automobile repairs. Receive financial assistance and other support, including time from meachnica who volunteer with the charity. In addition, the CAR organization receives donated vehicles which are given to the needy who don’t have transportation. Apply, or if not qualified, then find other steps to take to find free cars.

  • CARS focuses on vulnerable households. Therefore most of the people helped are due to needing a car for work or medical emergencies. For details, call (850)897-3378 or (850) 200-4404. Click here to find programs and grants for getting free gasoline.

Free child care is available. If you need child care assistance, Okaloosa-Walton Child Care Services, Inc. (call (850)833-9330 or 850-833-3627) is a non-profit organization that can help. They can serve as a resource and referral agency that assists parents in finding quality child as well as daycare services. The non-profit can help them pay the bills by locating funding. They provide a program of support for childcare providers and financial assistance. There are also a resources for government programs to pay daycare bills.

Okaloosa County DCF - Department of Children and Families has applications to government benefits. There are SNAP food stamps, Medicaid, disability and TANF cash assistance among others, including from ACCESS Florida. Location is 407 Racetrack Rd NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547. Dial (850) 833-3800, or more on ACCESS FL applications.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Free medical and dental in Okaloosa County

Crossroads Medical and Dental Clinic provides free dental and medical care to those in need, including low-income families, people on Medicaid and the uninsured in Okaloosa County. There is emergency dental, immunizations, physicals, vouchers for medications and general medical treatment. Or get diabetes, insulin and more. The location is 205 Shell Ave SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548. Phone: (850) 796-9696, or find how to get free insulin without insurance.

Free and/or affordable medical and dental care is always in high demand. There are community clinics, prescription drug programs, volunteers doctors, and other options. Too many Okaloosa County families lack affordable health insurance or needs care as a senior. Anyone in need can find a clinic for free dental care need you.

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