COMMUNITY AGING & RETIREMENT SERVICES: CARES

PROGRAM: Chore Program: Older Americans Act- Many seniors in our community are overwhelmed with their circumstances and tasks such as cleaning and garbage removal can quickly spiral out of control. With no friends or family to help, their situation can become very desperate. CARES CHORES program protects vulnerable adults from living in unsafe and unhealthy environments. CHORE services allow the team of two employees to efficiently clean seniors homes in the areas of window cleaning, trash removal, vacuuming, shampooing and condition rugs, cleaning kitchen, bathrooms, ceiling fans, change lightbulbs, AC filters, smoke detector, lawn cutting, blower, raking, shrubbery-trimming and general household chores.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPANTS : Seniors ages 60+. CARES provides CHORE services throughout Pasco County.

DIRECTOR : Jemith Rosa, President

CONTACT INFO : For "Private Pay" services individuals can contact CARES directly at 1-800-833-3285

For State and Federal funded services individuals must contact the Adult and Disabled Resource Center at 1-800-963-5337 or www.AGINGCAREFL.org They will refer your case to CARES once the intake is completed https://caresfl.org/

ADDRESS : all of Pasco

GULF COAST JEWISH FAMILY:

PROGRAM: The mission of the Heart Gallery of Pinellas and Pasco County is to connect children eligible for adoption in the Florida Foster Care System with their forever families. We focus on the “hardest to adopt” children: sibling groups, teenagers, and children with advanced medical needs. We do not stop recruiting until a child is adopted, turns 18, or their legal status changes. The Heart Gallery also supports children and adoptive families before, during, and after adoption to ensure their successful adoption journey. Heart Gallery promotes local foster child adoptions through Heart Art, portraits, and recruitment tools, fostering emotional connections and celebrating successful adoptions in Pinellas and Pasco Counties. Showcasing that Pinellas and Pasco (Circuit 6) have the most children entering foster care in the country.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION : A family will need to have an approved home study. When a family does not have an approved home study, they are referred to their local case management organization to start the process. We provide the following statement when we receive an inquiry without an approved home study. The first step on your journey is to attend an official fostering and adopting orientation provided by your local Child Welfare Lead Agency. At the orientation, you will be provided information and instruction on how to take the next step in becoming either a foster parent or adoptive parent.

DIRECTOR : RoseMarie Richardson

CONTACT INFO : https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/community-based-care/docs/leadagencycontacts.pdf heartgallerykids@gcjfcs.org (727) 615-0323 Director: RoseMarie Richardson Website: https://gulfcoastjewishfamilyandcommunityservices.org/heart-gallery-kids/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeartGalleryKids?mibextid=LQQJ4d

ADDRESS : The Heart Gallery works in the community with adoptive families, photographers and children. When we need to meet the families at a work location, we will utilize the following locations: 11031 US Hwy 19, Suite 100, Port Richey, Fl 34668 14041 Icot Blvd, Clearwater, Fl 33760

PASCO KIDS FIRST :

PROGRAM: Healthy Families Pasco Hernando: An abuse prevention and home visiting program. Family Support Specialist (FSS) conduct home visits on a weekly basis, provide in home curriculum-based parent trainings from the “Growing Great Kids/ Growing Great Families & Fatherhood in 15” program, offer ongoing father engagement and monthly family support outreach activities. The program serves hundreds of families every year; 458 families in 2022 and conducted 3,596 home visits. The Healthy Families program consists of highly trained and specialized professionals who provide unduplicated services to residents of our Pasco community.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION : The mother must enroll during pregnancy and can stay in the program for five years up through program graduation.

DIRECTOR : Maria Hixon, Director of Development

CONTACT INFO : Glarisol Traspalacios, Family Engagement Specialist/Healthy Families, Office (352)437-4593 Cell Phone: (352)585-6727 gtraspalacios@pascokidsfirst.org ; Pasco Kids First info@pascokidsfirst.org 727-845-8080

ADDRESS : 7516 Ridge Rd, Port Richey, FL 34668 and 15000 Citrus County Rd, Dade City, FL 33523

SUNCOAST VOICES FOR CHILDREN:

PROGRAMS: While it is sometimes necessary for safety reasons for the CPI Unit to remove children from parents, the disruption to the children's lives caused by the removal is immeasurable. Along with being removed from their immediate families, children entering foster care typically face separation from their schools, their teachers, their neighborhood, their friends, their extracurricular activities, and their doctors and therapists. With the Pasco Safe With Family Project, Voices provides beds, car seats and other safety equipment immediately so that children can be placed with safe, loving grandparents, aunts, and uncles.

Styled Voice Project: operates five locations providing immediate access to free clothing, toiletries, and supplies for children entering foster care. Voices provide four outfits, underwear, socks, shoes, and personal hygiene items to children entering foster care at no cost. Donations and online wish lists support their mission to prevent children from entering foster care and provide essential needs.

https://www.suncoastvoices.org/

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION : The programs serve youth ages 0-21 who are involved with an open child welfare case or investigation or who were formerly in foster care.

DIRECTOR : Andrew Maurin

CONTACT INFO : 727-275-0066 / www.suncoastvoices.org

ADDRESS : The locations in Pasco County are in New Port Richey, Trinity, and Dade City within the offices of our partners at FSS and DCF.

YOUTH AND FAMILY ALTERNATIVES:

PROGRAM : RAP Youth Shelter House program is a runaway and youth crisis program for troubled youth facing runway, homelessness, and foster care. It serves children between the ages of 10 and 17. Supervised services are available 24/7. RAP is a Licensed Child Caring Agency through the Department of Children and Families for 24 beds and is located at 7522 Plathe Road, New Port Richey FL 34653. Awareness is also spread through community meetings, presentations, outreach.

https://www.yfainc.org/

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION : Youth ages 10-17 who are homeless, runaway, court ordered or in need of a foster care bed are admitted to the program based on bed availability.

DIRECTOR : Donna Krauser

CONTACT INFO : 727-835-1777 or 1-800-226- 7187. info@yfainc.org Youth may also be referred to RAP House by school counselors, family members, police, Child Protective Investigators, or via court order.

ADDRESS : 7522 Plathe Road, New Port Richey, FL 34653

BAY AREA LEGAL SERVICES:

PROGRAM : Domestic Violence Prevention and Long-term Stabilization Program, Human Trafficking Victim Civil Legal Support Program: provides holistic legal support to survivors, offering services such as restraining orders, divorce assistance, child and spousal support, custody and visitation orders. Emphasizes empowerment and safety for survivors. We provide high-quality, free legal services to vulnerable populations, including seniors, low-income individuals, victims of domestic violence and human trafficking, and veterans. Clients with limited access to legal services are assisted with advice, referral, limited or full representation in areas of civil litigation. Legal services are provided in cases involving family law, domestic violence, immigration, housing and landlord-tenant, public benefits, disaster relief, consumer, tax, health, and other legal matters. Bay Area Legal Services, Inc. strives to create pathways to justice for the underserved.

QUALIFICATION TO PARTICIPATE : As a grantee of the Legal Services Corporation, Bay Area Legal Services can only provide legal assistance to a U.S. citizen or eligible undocumented persons and permanent residents in accordance with the Legal Services Act. Certain categories of undocumented persons are eligible for services as victims of domestic violence and/or human trafficking. Otherwise, those determined as ineligible for legal assistance and are given referrals to other agencies or services within the local community. Beyond eligibility criteria, Bay Area Legal Services gives priority to clients whose income falls below 125% of the federal poverty level as it determines the level of services to be provided.

DIRECTOR : Jena Blair, Managing Attorney New Port Richey Office

CONTACT INFO : www.bals.org and 1(800) 625-2257 and 727.847.5494

ADDRESS : 7340 Little Road, Suite 101, New Port Richey, FL 34654 and 14950 US Highway 301

Dade City, FL 33523 as well as locations in Tampa, Plant City, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and Ruskin.

BRIDGING FREEDOM :

PROGRAM : Bridging Freedom’s rehabilitation program is located in a safe and secure campus with several homes and space for outdoor therapeutic activities. Children live in a home with their own bedrooms and bathrooms, and nurturing residential caretakers who create a positive, healthy and stable environment conducive to healing. Survivors receive: Individual therapeutic sessions from clinical therapists; Health care management from a registered nurse; Psychoeducation groups, such as Substance abuse, Anger Management, Grief and Loss, Healthy Boundaries, etc.; Therapeutic activities, such as equine art and gardening; Online education through FLVS; Monthly educational field trips and weekly fun recreational outings; Life skills to help survivors adjust to life outside of the home; Transitional mentorship to provide support for 18 year old survivors after they graduate the program. Through a step-wise program that last approximately a year to 18 months, we help children begin to stabilize, trust again, heal emotionally and physically and adjust to being kids again.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : Bridging Freedom is licensed through the Florida Department of Children and Families to receive verified victims of child-sex trafficking - ages 12 through 17.

DIRECTOR : Laura Hamilton

CONTACT INFO : For intake requests and questions please call 813-474-4673 https://www.bridgingfreedom.org/

ADDRESS : Campus in Pasco County; The service location is undisclosed for safety.

I Rise

PROGRAM : Trauma Informed Workforce Development Program, provides 120 hours of financial literacy, psychoeducation, soft skills and hard skills training over the course of four weeks to equip survivors of violence and exploitation with the skills and readiness needed to be successful in the workplace. I Rise focuses on helping survivors discover a career path and works to help women get connected to education/programs and employment along that career path. The ultimate goal of the trauma informed workforce development program is to break the cycle of poverty that pulls women back into a violent or exploitative situation, and to support financial independence, stability and upward mobility for survivors.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE : Inclusion criteria includes:

• Must be female or identify as female

• Must be a survivor of violence and/or exploitation.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must not be in active crisis (meaning that the client has basic needs met, including a place to stay, is not actively in psychosis, in addiction, etc.).

• Must be referred to I Rise from a trusted agency/organization.

DIRECTOR : Kristen Bracy, Founder

CONTACT INFO : Email: kristen@irisefl.org Phone number: 602-488-1005

ADDRESS : I Rise Office: 3380 State Road 580, Safety Harbor, FL 34695

SELAH FREEDOM :

Freedom for Youth Prevention Training : Selah Freedom is a faith-based nonprofit anti-human trafficking organization, based in Florida and the Midwest, with the mission to end sex trafficking and bring freedom to the exploited through five strong programs: Awareness, Prevention, Outreach, Residential and Organizational Consulting. The Freedom for Youth Prevention Training program educates students K-12 on the dangers of human trafficking through innovative training and age-appropriate curriculum. Our Prevention Team provides trainings at local schools and community organizations and offers virtual trainings. Youth are taught how to identify and report unsafe situations and are equipped with the knowledge to stay safe.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : Our Freedom for Youth Training program serves all children in kindergarten through 12th grade. Working in partnership with United Way Pasco County, Selah Freedom is able to provide training services to students within Pasco County.

DIRECTOR INFO : Katalya An, Grants Assistant

CONTACT INFO : Selah Freedom P.O. Box 1801, Sarasota FL 34230 Tel: 1-888-8-FREE-ME Info@SelahFreedom.com www.selahfreedom.com For more information specific to Freedom for Youth Prevention, please contact our Prevention Coordinator Hilda Arreola (hilda@selahfreedom.com).

ADDRESS : In Pasco County, Selah Freedom currently provides Freedom for Youth Training in partnership with RAP House (Runaway Alternatives Project, Inc) and Hudson Academy; RAP House (Runaway Alternatives Project ,Inc); 7524 Plathe Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34653; Hudson Academy 14540 Cobra Way, Hudson, FL 34669; Selah Freedom’s Southeast Prevention Team provides Freedom for Youth training to students in Florida and collaborates with multiple community agencies and schools throughout Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, and Sarasota counties. Virtual trainings are also offered. For more information, please contact our Prevention Coordinator Hilda Arreola (hilda@selahfreedom.com).

SUNRISE OF PASCO:

PROGRAM: Outreach and Shelter: provides comprehensive domestic and sexual violence services, including a 24-hour hotline, an empowerment-focused intervention team, prevention initiatives, and a confidential emergency shelter for survivors with various support services. Sunrise provides emergency shelter for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, to include; counseling, safety planning, case management, food, transportation, legal advocacy. Additionally, Sunrise provides outreach services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence to include; counseling, advocacy, legal advocacy and representation, forensic exam accompaniment, information/referral and safety planning.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : Survivor of domestic and/or sexual abuse

DIRECTOR : Kelly Sinn, CEO

CONTACT INFO : https://www.sunrisepasco.org/ 24/7 hotline 352-521-3120

ADDRESS : Given the nature of our work, our address are confidential. we do have offices on both the East and West sides of Pasco County as well as we do offer telehealth through our Outreach Program.

THE ARC NATURE COAST:

PROGRAMS:

Collaborative Disability Employment Initiative: Individuals with disabilities often require professional support to secure employment. Pre-employment job development is crucial for their success, especially for those facing challenges in reading, driving, or navigating the employment process. While they may struggle with certain tasks, they can excel in job duties. To address unemployment among people with disabilities, our assistance includes transportation, completing applications, interview support, job coaching, and troubleshooting any issues that may arise. We firmly believe that employing individuals with disabilities not only strengthens businesses and communities but also contributes to making the world a better place.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : Each of the participating collaborative partners have their own criteria for individuals receiving services. Criteria for individuals with disabilities being served by their employment collaborative program is as follows:

1. The individual has a permanent disability as determined by the state of Florida.

2. The individual is a resident of Pasco County

3. The individual has an expressed desire to be employed.

4. The individual is a former client of one of the collaborative partners as identified by the Memorandum of Understanding agreement and has been referred for support from this service. (Note: there would be no exclusions to individuals meeting this criteria.)

ADDRESS : This service depends on where the indivdual is located

Transportation for the Elderly and Disabled: We provide transportation services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities that live with their families and have fixed routes to our programs for meaningful day services and employment programs. We provide all transportation services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities that live in our group homes; including transport to meaningful life skills programs, medical appointments, family visits, social events, places of worship, shopping, etc

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION : The Arc Nature Coast currently provides on-demand and fixed route transportation services to those with transportation barriers, such as disabled, elderly and low-income residents of Pasco County.

ADDRESS : Allof Pasco County Service Support Center located at 15782 Little Ranch Road, Spring Hill FL

DIRECTOR : Mark Barry, CEO

CONTACT INFO : info@tancinc.org (727) 619-0700

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY- WEST PASCO AND PINELLAS :

PROGRAM: Economic mobility through Affordable Housing , he Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties program aims to increase economic mobility through affordable homeownership, targeting Asset Limited Income Constrained Employed (ALICE) households in West Pasco County. Economic mobility is a hallmark of any healthy society and one of the primary avenues American's build wealth in our society is through homeownership. However, affordable housing continues to be a crisis throughout our region and more specifically access to affordable homeownership, further exacerbating income inequality. The Habitat Homeownership Program offers local families and individuals a hand up towards safety and stability through affordable homeownership.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION: Participants need to meet certain eligibility requirements to participate in the program. All participants are prescreened prior to program entrance to ensure eligibility. Eligibility into the program will be income limited, serving low to moderate income individuals/families between 30%-80% of the area median income. Additionally, participants will need to have an actual housing need. This can mean yet is not limited to living in overcrowded conditions, paying more than 30% of income in rent, residing in substandard housing or unsafe conditions. Lastly, other minimum requirements include having lived or worked in Pasco County for the past year, proof of one year of reliable income, demonstrate an ability to make regular payments on their bills and ability to afford a mortgage.

DIRECTOR : Morgan Brochetti

CONTACT INFO : https://habitatpwp.org/ 727-536-4755

ADDRESS : 14010 Roosevelt Blvd, Suite 704 Clearwater, FL 33762 (Administrative Headquarters)

13355 49th Street North, Suite B Clearwater, FL 33762 (Clearwater ReStore & Truist Education Center)

1350 22nd Street South St. Petersburg, FL 33712 (St. Pete Resource Center)

6431 US Highway 19, New Port Richey, FL 34652 (New Port Richey ReStore)

THE ARC NATURE COAST

PROGRAM : Community Supports for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, This program serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities age 22 and older, and is designed to provide life-long continuing education for these individuals that are no longer eligible to receive education services from the local public school system after the age of 21 years. Community supports allows individuals to achieve functional community skills that help them to engage in meaningful community based living activities that are directed by their own personal interests and preferences. Activities in this program include learning to make choices and purchases in stores and restaurants, accessing community resources such as parks, libraries, events, etc. Additionally, individuals are supported in learning to give back to their community through volunteering in settings such as nursing homes, animal shelters, thrift stores, food banks, etc. Additionally, this program assists participants to access their “digital” community with computers, Ipads and smart phones.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION : The Arc serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, primarily ages 22 years and older who have an ID of 69 or below and have acquired their disability prior to age 21. Public schools are required to serve this population until their 22nd birthday. The Arc targets this population from the age of 22 and older for services. Common disability causes for this population can occur from genetic conditions (Down Syndrome, Fragile X are examples), problems during pregnancy ( a pregnancy of a mother who drinks alcohol while pregnant can result in Fetal Alcohol Syndrome), problems at time of birth, health problems such as Whooping Cough, Measles, Meningitis and exposure to environmental toxins such as lead and mercury, drug use by the mother during pregnancy and more. Individuals served may often have secondary disabilities in addition to an intellectual or developmental disability, such as deafness, blindness, being non-ambulatory, non-verbal, dementia, chronic health issues, mental health issues, behavioral challenges, etc.

DIRECTOR : Mark Barry, CEO

CONTACT INFO : info@tancinc.org (727) 619-0700

ADDRESS : 8726 Old County Road 54, new Port Richey, FL, 34245 Chancey Road, Wesely Chapel, FL 33543, as well as 3 residential homes-one in New Port Richey, one in Zephyrhills and one in Hudson, We also serve Hernando and Sumter Counties

CHAPTERS HEALTH FOUNDATION:

PROGRAM: Charity Hospice and Respite Care are offered in Pasco County by HPH Hospice to any person in need of end-of-life care, regardless of age, race, gender, religious beliefs, or cultural background, and who is unable to pay privately or through insurance coverage or other means. We enable everyone under their care to die with dignity, and we provide dying patients with the highest quality of life possible for as long as possible. HPH has facilitated and witnessed homeless and dying people reunited with long-lost family members. Even when without family, our patients do not die alone on the streets or in rundown places. They are cared for, clean, well-fed, comforted, and treated with respect, sometimes for the first time in years. Whether outpatient at home, inpatient hospice care, or wherever the person calls "home," HPH Hospice staff help the people under their care to understand the nature of their illness or disease fully, understand their options for care, and develop a care plan that aligns with their personal beliefs and desires.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : a chronically ill person-with or without shelter would possess no reliable source of income or health insurance or be defined as an ALICE patient. They may align with the Medicaid eligibility guidelines. The patient would need to be diagnosed and referred by a physician, and all patients are assessed by clinical staff and social workers.

DIRECTOR : Lisa Osgood

CONTACT INFO : (727)848-7160; Michele Sandoval, RN, BSN, sandovalm@chaptershealth.org https://www.chaptershealth.org/

ADDRESS : Pasco County, Florida and at Marliere Hospice House, 6807 Rowan Road, New Port Richey, FL 34653-2952

CHILDREN’S HOME NETWORK:

PROGRAM: Caregiver Health & Wellness Initiative focuses on promoting self-care for relative and non-relative caregivers within Pasco County. This service provides access to group meetings educates them on the topics of self-care, and stress management, and provides community resources such as benefits navigation and referrals to other agencies. CHN partners with community agencies to provide additional concrete support and services to families. Caregivers enroll in our Kinship program, which provides navigation services and offers our Time for Me self-care services. These sessions invite guest speakers and subject matter specialists such as nurse practitioners, grief/coping counselors, nutritionists, and physical trainers to attend and discuss better self-care practices and other available services. These group opportunities offer educational information that promotes a small-change approach in our caregivers' families.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : This program will serve Caregivers, including grandparents, relatives, and non-relatives, who reside in Pasco County with a relative or fictive kin (child birth to age 18) living in the home full-time with them at the time they seek services.

DIRECTOR : Irene K. Rickus, President & CEO

CONTACT INFO : Tamera Saunders | Program Manager Cell: 813-298-8189 | Main: 813-901-3401 | Fax: 813-882-3689

ADDRESS : dependent on caregiver house

DISABILITY ACHIEVEMENT CENTER (Caring and Sharing)

PROGRAM : Consumer Equipment & Modification Assistance , the CEMA Program provides durable medical equipment (ex. wheelchairs, walkers, deaf alerting equipment, shower equipment, etc.), repairs to existing equipment (ex. power wheelchair batteries, joystick replacement, etc.), installation of grab bars, handrails, & ramps for people with disabilities who cannot afford these independence granting items to stay safe in their homes.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : Must be a person with a disability.

DIRECTOR : Jody Armstrong

CONTACT INFO : info@mydacil.org

ADDRESS : 12552 Belcher Rd S, Largo, FL 33773; We deliver to and serve Pasco remotely. https://www.mydacil.org/

FEEDING PASCO’S ELDERLY:

PROGRAM: Feeding the Hidden Hungry, Since 2014, Feeding Pasco’s Elderly, an all-volunteer-led nonprofit organization, has served homebound senior adults in Pasco County. We work collaboratively with community agencies, business leaders, government officials, and citizens to raise funds, engage the community, and increase home-delivered meal services through the infrastructure of the Pasco County Senior Services Division.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : Seniors in Pasco County who are food insecure and have been placed on the wait list for meals by the Pasco County Senior Services Division.

DIRECTOR : Nikki Hayes

CONTACT INFO : https://feedingpasco.com/

ADDRESS : anywhere in Pasco

FRESH START FOR PASCO:

PROGRAM: People Helping People program, This program targets low-income families, Elderly and veterans. We help with rents, deposits and utilities and food. This is an income-based help must be under the 80% median income. Because of the grant amount we may be only to help with a portion of the clients financial need, but we will work with partner agencies to help with additional funding.

QUALIFICAITON FOR PARTICIPATION : All applicants are given an application and interviewed by a case worker to determine the clients need. Proof of residency and income is required. Clients can reach us through the website, Facebook page or call. Walkins are welcome. This is an income-based criteria again must be under the 80% median income. Clients must be a resident of Pasco County.

DIRECTOR : Teresa Jerome, Financial officer/grant writer

CONTACT INFO : https://freshstart4pasco.org/ info@freshstart4pasco.org, Phone number is 727-378-4479

ADDRESS : 10028 Moon Lake RD New Port Richey, The Hope Resource Center

GOOD SAMARITAN HEALTH CLINIC:

PROGRAM: Access to Health Care, The Good Samaritan Health Clinic of Pasco, Inc. (Good Sam) is a volunteer-driven, non-profit organization located in New Port Richey, FL that has been providing quality, non-emergency medical and dental services, including prescriptions and lab tests, free of charge, to uninsured, limited-income residents of Pasco County since 1990. We serve adults ages 18 to 64 years. Pasco County residents meet eligibility requirements if they have no health insurance and their family income is at 200% or below of Federal Poverty level.

We treat serious chronic conditions like Diabetes, Hypertension, COPD and high cholesterol prevalent in our population. In 2022, we had over 3900 patient visits and filled over 5500 prescriptions with a retail value of over $2.1 million at no cost to our patients.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : Family income at below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. Patients must prove Pasco County residency, attest that they do not have any form of health insurance and have proof that they are in the US legally (for example a Social Security Card)

DIRECTOR : Mike Singer, Executive Director

CONTACT INFO : https://goodsamclinic.org/ info@goodsamclinic.org; 727-848-7789

ADDRESS : 5334 Aspen St. New Port Richey, FL 34652

GULF SIDE HEALTH CARE SERVICES :

PROGRAM: Hospice Charity Care : Gulfside's Caregiver Support Services program aims to increase the availability of clinical, emotional, spiritual, and social support for caregivers of terminally ill patients and provide a forum for caregivers to engage meaningfully in a social and emotional support network with other caregivers. Support is provided in three ways: Companion Calls, Clinical Group Education and Peer Group Support. Each of these are designed to address the challenging tasks and psychosocial needs of caregivers and provide needed support to all caregivers of terminally ill patients.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : All interested caregivers of any client of Gulfside services (hospice, palliative care or home health) would be eligible for participation in the Caregiver Support Services program.

DIRECTOR : Carla Armstrong, Director of Philanthropy

CONTACT INFO : Contact: JoAnn Bross, LCSW, ACHP-SW Director of Social and Volunteer Services Phone: 727-845-5707 Email: joann.bross@gulfside.org Web: https://www.gulfside.org/

ADDRESS : The Rucki Hospice Care Center 5760 Dean Dairy Road Zephyrhills, FL 33541; Gulfside Center for Hospice Care at Heather Hill; 6630 Kentucky Avenue; New Port Richey, FL 34653; The Hadley Center (West Clinical Office) ; 6117 Trouble Creek Road New Port Richey, FL 34653; East Clinical Office 36504 State Road 54 Zephyrhills, FL 33541

LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED AND BLIND:

PROGRAM: Vision Rehabilitation for Teens, Adults & Seniors who are Visually Impaired and Blind

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION :

DIRECTOR :

CONTACT INFO : https://www.lvib.org/

ADDRESS :

PREMIER COMMUNITY HEALTH GROUP:

PROGRAM: Expanding Behavioral Health: Access to Care , The "Expanding Behavioral Health: Access to Care" program by Premier Community Healthcare Group is designed to meet the fundamental needs of Pasco County's low-income residents, focusing on mental health and substance use disorder care. The addition of a Registered Clinical Social worker is a cornerstone of the program, strategically positioned to reduce wait times, thereby facilitating an increase in referrals and improving accessibility for the uninsured population.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : To verify eligibility, patients must submit documentation such as identification, income details, and household information. Importantly, no one is denied service due to an inability to pay, emphasizing Premier's commitment to accessible healthcare.

DIRECTOR : Joseph D. Resnick

CONTACT INFO : Agency Phone: (352) 518-2000; Website Address: https://premierhc.org; www.facebook.com/PremierCommunityHealthCare https://premierhc.org

ADDRESS : Main Office: 37912 Church Avenue, Dade City, FL 33526

SERTOMA SPEECH AND HEARING :

PROGRAM : Children and Senior Hearing Health Program , Sertoma assists deaf or hard-of-hearing babies, children, adults, and seniors to avoid a life of isolation by helping them hear the world around them, especially in poor and underserved communities, where the choice is often between food and hearing assistance.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : There are no qualifying criteria. Sertoma serves everyone regardless of race, gender, or geography. It is our goal that everyone should have the ability to hear.

DIRECTOR : Debra J. Golinski

CONTACT INFO : debra@familyhearinghelp.org 727-312-3881 https://www.familyhearinghelp.org/

ADDRESS : Mobile clinics deliver Sertoma's services countywide to schools, daycares, assisted living facilities, and homeless shelters.

AMERICAN RED CROSS:

PROGRAM: Homefire Cash Assistance: Provide cash assistance to families who are displaced due to a home fire. Home Fire Response: Makes a lifesaving difference by installing free smoke alarms and helping households become safer in at-risk communities. The organization provides education and volunteers.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : Have a home fire that displaces them

DIRECTOR : Tina Sweeten, Executive Director

CONTACT INFO : 1-800-733-2767 https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/fire/prevent-home-fire.html

ADDRESS : We meet the client at their home

BAY AREA LEGAL:

PROGRAM : Legal Advocacy & Outreach for Homelessness Prevention Program: Provides free civil legal services to low-income individuals and families who are unstably housed or at risk of homelessness in order to prevent homelessness and increase housing stability. Also helps unhoused youth and adults address legal barriers that prevent them from exiting homelessness. We provide high-quality, free legal services to vulnerable populations, including seniors, low-income individuals. Clients with limited access to legal services are assisted with advice, referral, limited or full representation in areas of civil litigation. Legal services are provided in cases involving housing and landlord-tenant, public benefits, disaster relief, consumer, tax, health, and other legal matters. Bay Area Legal Services, Inc. strives to create pathways to justice for the underserved.

QUALIFICATION TO PARTICIPATE : As a grantee of the Legal Services Corporation, Bay Area Legal Services can only provide legal assistance to a U.S. citizen or eligible undocumented persons and permanent residents in accordance with the Legal Services Act. Beyond eligibility criteria, Bay Area Legal Services gives priority to clients whose income falls below 125% of the federal poverty level as it determines the level of services to be provided.

DIRECTOR : Jena Blair, Managing Attorney New Port Richey Office

CONTACT INFO : www.bals.org and 1(800) 625-2257 and 727.847.5494

ADDRESS : 7340 Little Road, Suite 101, New Port Richey, FL 34654 and 14950 US Highway 301

Dade City, FL 33523 as well as locations in Tampa, Plant City, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and Ruskin.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES :

PROGRAM : Felicity House: Four–month transitional shelter for women who are homeless. Case Managers help clients navigate services to gain employment and achieve housing stability. Referrals to outside services are provided, including mental health and substance abuse counseling, childcare referrals. Staff are on-site 24-hours to provide assistance.

QUALIFICATION TO PARTICIPATE :

DIRECTOR :

CONTACT INFO : https://www.ccdosp.org/felicity-house/page/2/

ADDRESS :

DAY STAR HOPE CENTER OF PASCO COUNTY :

PROGRAM: Food for the community, Daystar provides food to eligible families in East Pasco County once every 4 weeks. We also provide clothing and household items from our thrift store once every 3 months.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION : Family income must be at or below 125% poverty level and/or at least one household member must receive Food Stamps, Medicaid, TANF or SSI benefits.

DIRECTOR : Kristine Johnson, Treasurer

CONTACT INFO : Phone: 352-523-0844 Email: daystarhopecenter@gmail.com Facebook.com/daystarhopecenter

ADDRESS : 15512 US Highway 301, Dade City, FL 33523

END RECIDIVISM PROJECT:

PROGRAM: The END RECIDIVISM PROJECT EXTREME is a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization & our mission is " to assist those re-integrating back into the community (from incarceration) in making the most of their 1st steps at a 2nd chance; utilizing a holistic approach as they "take charge; mind, body and soul." We equip them with the tools necessary to reduce recidivism therefore making them productive members of society. We offer a hand up not a hand out on their journey to becoming productive members of the community. We offer housing stabilization, food, clothing, resume writing, budgeting, transportation, family reunification and much more.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : Must be formerly incarcerated and or have received some type of sanction from the judicial system or in danger of doing so, as we may also assist with diversion.

DIRECTOR : Julia Pauls, CEO

CONTACT INFO : erprojectextreme@gmail.com 727-807-5998- web: erprojectextreme.com https://www.erprojectextreme.com/about-us.html

ADDRESS : 6014 US HWY 19 Suite 305, New Port Richey 34652

FRESH START FOR PASCO :

PROGRAM: People Helping People: This grant will target low-income families, Elderly and veterans. It will help with rents, deposits and utilities and food. This is an income-based help must be under the 80% median income. Because of the grant amount we may be only to help with a portion of the clients financial need, but we will work with partner agencies to help with additional funding. An organization helping people recover after a disaster including providing education around FEMA applications, Case Management for households with resources, meals around the holidays, equipment and repairs for housing, and legal assistance for insurance and titles.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : All applicants are given an application and interviewed by a case worker to determine the clients need. Proof of residency and income is required. Clients can reach us through the website, Facebook page or call. Walkins are welcome. This is an income-based criteria again must be under the 80% median income. Clients must be a resident of Pasco County.

DIRECTOR : Teresa Jerome, Community Manager

CONTACT INFO : info@freshstart4pasco.org, Phone number is 727-378-4479 https://www.facebook.com/FreshStartforPascoInc

ADDRESS : 10028 Moon Lake RD New Port Richey, The Hope Resource Center

HOPEVILLE FOOD MINISTRIES :

PROGRAM: Hopeville Family Ministries Food Pantry: Hopeville Church celebrates food, embracing cooking, recipes, communal dining, and sharing. The pantry serves the neighborhood on the third Wednesday monthly. We are a 501 C (3) faith-based organization feeding the homeless, low-income families, veterans, single parents, and home health care shut ins. Our Goal is to improve the health of our community by lowering their medical issues.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : We are committed to helping any person who is in need of food. We do not require any form of ID.

DIRECTOR: Phillip Berry, President

CONTACT INFO : info@hfm2019.org, 727-992-5087, www.hfm2019.org https://hopeville.church/food/

ADDRESS : 6508 Main Street, New Port Richey, FL 34653

MESSENGERS OF HOPE :

PROGRAM: Florida Food Fight: Messengers of Hope Mission is dedicated to collecting gifts for over 400 underserved children and providing meals to the hungry and homeless in New Port Richey and Odessa. They distribute meals via a school bus and at different churches and centers across New Port Richey and Odessa. We at MoHM work to END hunger, we fight against hunger. We want every person to have the food then need to eat and feed their families

QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATION : If someone says they need food, they need food and we give it to them.

DIRECTOR : Bob Gardner, CEO

CONTACT INFO : 813-404-2300 https://www.facebook.com/MessengersOfHopeMission/

ADDRESS : Messengers of Hope Distribution Schedule: Please choose ONE location each week. Every Saturday 9-9:30am Emmanuel Baptist Church 7831 Gulf Highlands Dr Port Richey, FL 34668; 1st & 3rd Sunday 12-1pm 14426 Black Lake Rd Odessa, FL 33556; 1st & 3rd Sunday 2:30-4pm (Or if food runs out/whatever comes first) 8346 Congress St Port Richey, FL 34668 (Across from Spin Nation); 3rd Saturday of each month, 8-8:15am (Must be in car line by 8:15 am!) Church of Odessa 1234 Gunn Hwy Odessa, FL 33556

MEROPOLITAN MINISTRIES:

PROGRAM: Pasco Family Support Center: These offer a range of services to residents, including rent and utility assistance, laundry facilities, food stamp application support, clothing resources, a food pantry, and holiday food and toy assistance. Metropolitan Ministries serves people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. We have two Family Support Centers that provide services in East and West Pasco County. We provide direct client assistance with the goal of connecting people to resources that promote stable housing and support self-sufficiency. Services available to the public include financial assistance for rent/mortgage and utilities, navigation to community resources/referrals, a clothing closet, hygiene products, access to health services and insurance, assistance applying for public benefits, and identification assistance.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE : Family Support Center services are available to anyone in need. For emergency food, we require proof of a permanent address (can be a lease or utility bill) where the food can be stored and cooked. Financial assistance requires proof of financial hardship such as loss of income and a late notice on rent, mortgage, or utilities payments.

DIRECTOR : Shelby Wiegman, Grants Management Specialist

CONTACT INFO : West Pasco Family Support Center: (727) 937-3268; East Pasco Family Support Center: (352) 437-4815 https://www.metromin.org/our-work/pasco/

ADDRESS : West Pasco: 3214 US-19, Holiday, FL 34691 , East Pasco: Premier Community HealthCare (Temporary location while our Dade City facility is under renovation.) 14108 5th St, Dade City, FL 33525

ONE COMMUNITY NOW:

The One Community Now Resource Center focuses on elevating families out of poverty by providing various services, including financial assistance, community resource sign-up, state ID/birth certificates, and job-related support. They also offer homelessness prevention for income-qualified individuals and empower employment success through comprehensive job-seeking resources.

Resource Center - We assist individuals and families that are struggling financially by providing employment resources including resume creation, interview coaching, job search and basic resources. At various times we have funding to assist with rent, utilities, housing and employment.

Pack A Sack Food 4 Kids - We provide food for children that struggle with food-insecurity. Children are provided with a bag full of food for each weekend of the year.

Veterans Support Center - We focus on helping veterans get connected to the resources they need to build stability in their life. We provide resources that include food, hygiene items, housing assistance, showers, laundry services, employment, housing, physical and mental health.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE: OCN Resource Center - we assist anyone who is struggling to get by. We will help to connect clients to community resources that can help to elevate them out of poverty; Pack A Sack Food 4 Kids - we assist any food-insecure child enrolled in a Pasco County school located on the west and central part of the county; Veterans Support Center - we will assist anyone who served our county.

DIRECTOR : Patti Templeton

CONTACT INFO : https://onecommunitynow.com/connections/ info@onecommunitynow.com, 727-849-4724

ADDRESS : OCN Resource Center - 5841 Main Street, New Port Richey, FL 34652 ; Veterans Support Center - 4620 Professional Loop, New Port Richey, FL 34652

THOMAS PROMISE FOUNDATION :

PROGRAM: Backpacks for Hunger: The Thomas Promise Foundation's Backpacks For Hunger program provides kid-friendly, nutritious food for weekends, benefiting children facing food insecurity. Help reach the goal of 2,000 backpacks weekly with just $10 per month. Each week we are distributing food to over 30 schools to be handed out for the children to take home.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : Our services help school aged children (K-12th). We help the kids from lower income areas where schools are primarily Title 1 schools..

DIRECTOR : Joseph Simmons, Executive Director

CONTACT INFO : https://www.thethomaspromise.org/ ttpf.org@gmail.com is our email. 813-782-0000 is for our services.

ADDRESS : Dade City, Zephyrhills, Lacoochee, Welsey Chapel, San Antonio, Lutz, Land O' Lakes, Hudson

THE VOLUNTEER WAY :

Project Thrive: We offer a food pantry at our main facility, where clients can pick up food access our services. Our food pantry is available Monday-Friday from 8:30am till noon. And we can include meals for their pets. The client is able to come twice a month. Our Brown Bag program focuses on low-income, disabled, and homebound seniors who are physically unable to get food. We have a soup kitchen located in Moon Lake, which is open Monday-Saturday from 10am till noon. Our soup kitchen offers showers and clean clothes for those in need. Also, at this location we have the Little Lake Church which provides pastoral services on Sunday at 11am. Overall we provide the services of a Soup Kitchen, showers, free clothing, and a hydroponic farm that yields fresh vegetables for low-income and homeless families. Also provides a unique opportunity for special needs volunteers to engage in meaningful work.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION:

DIRECTOR : Nicole Cestaro-Jackson, CEO

CONTACT INFO : Email: nicole@thevolunteerway.org Phone number: 727-815-0433 http://thevolunteerway.org/hydroponic-farm/

ADDRESS : Our main address is 8061 Congress St., Port Richey, FL 34668 Our Moon Lake address is 10012 Moon Lake Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654

YMCA-TAMPA METROPOLITAN

Veggie Van: a Mobile Marketplace: We address food deserts in Hillsborough and Pasco counties, offering fresh produce, nutritional guidance, and health support to combat food insecurity, all supported by various organizations. Donations are encouraged. We go to food swamps across Hillsborough and East Pasco County. In Pasco County, we serve the community around Rodney B. Cox Elementary School. Services are accessed at Rodney B. Cox Elementary School in Dade City at school pickup. No qualifying requirements or fees are required to participate and clients do not need to show any proof of income level. Each family receives one box of produce at the biweekly stop (approximately 15 pounds each). The boxes typically include one leafy green, three other vegetables, three fruits, and tomatoes.

QUALIFICATION TO PARTICIPATE : No qualifying requirements or fees are required to participate and clients do not need to show any proof of income level.

DIRECTOR : Ali Hollenbeck, Director of Grants and Proposals

CONTACT INFO : Elizabeth.Roman@TampaYMCA.orghttps://www.tampaymca.org/programs/health-fitness/veggie-van

ADDRESS : 37615 Martin Luther King Blvd, Dade City, FL 33523

BAYCARE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH:

PROGRAM: Medical Outpatient Services:, This service offers education, socialization, employment skills, and support to individuals who have a mental health diagnosis. It is a peer lead, peer support program with staff support that helps to empower all participants to move them towards recovery. The primary goal is for an individual to become more productive in the community and eliminate or reduce the need for inpatient crisis stabilization. We reduce relapse rates as well as reduce costly inpatient behavioral health hospitalizations. We want the client to remain engaged in treatment and adhere to treatment plan goals or be successfully discharged from medical services. Medical management services are provided by Psychiatrists and APRNs, with support of nurses and psychiatric techs. We consider the medical history and all medications that are currently being prescribed for contraindications. We grow a relationship with patient’s PCP and our medical outpatient team. When prescribing medication, the medical staff considers many factors in addition to the individual's overall health. An example of this is the consideration of the individual's payer source and ability to pay for and/or obtain the prescribed medication. We assist individuals by providing medication purchased through our State contract, as well as, pharmaceutical company sponsored patient assistance programs when eligible.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE : We provide a full range of comprehensive services to anyone in Pasco for mental health and addiction issues tailored to meet the needs of children, adults and families. Individuals seeking services may include prevention services in the community, case management, assessment and treatment including outpatient, crisis stabilization, detox and residential services. We provide CARF accredited services. Individuals may seek services through a health plan/insurance plan but also may receive services if underinsured or uninsured.

DIRECTOR : Rachel Tatem, Grants and Contracts Coordinator, with Sonya Bufe, Program Clinical Manager

CONTACT INFO : At BayCare, we can help you verify your behavioral health care benefits and connect you to a mental health professional in your area. Call our registration center Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm at (866) 762-1743. https://baycare.org/services/behavioral-health

ADDRESS : 7809 Massachusetts Avenue, New Port Richey, FL. 33759

DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING:

PROGRAM : Mental Health Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Our mental health program provides one to one, family, or group counseling by our Deaf Social Worker. Participants do not need to know sign language to receive services. The group opportunities include Adjusting to Hearing Loss (for those with later in life hearing loss), Youth Suicide Prevention, and Domestic Violence. Counseling can be provided virtually. In addition to direct therapy we provide information and referral services, case management, and educational opportunities. Basic sign language classes are available for those interested.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION : The person must have a hearing loss or a loved one with a hearing loss and need mental health services. Services can be provided using ASL. The individual does not need to know sign language to participate.

DIRECTOR : Jennifer Hess, CEO/Executive Director

CONTACT INFO : info@deafhhsfla.org, 727-853-1010, website: https://deafhhsfla.org, https://deafhhsfla.org/communication-access-assistance-advocacy/

ADDRESS : Main office is 9130 Ridge Road, New Port Richey, FL 34654. Services can be provided in other locations as needed.

HERO TO A CHILD (dba for Guardian ad Litem Foundation of Tampa Bay)

PROGRAM: Access to Therapeutic Services for Abused and Abandoned Children, Ensuring mental and emotional well-being is paramount, especially for children in foster care who frequently encounter adverse experiences and trauma. Studies reveal a high incidence of mental health issues like anxiety, depression, PTSD, and behavioral problems among them. Unfortunately, therapy funding for these youths is often insufficient. Hero To A Child aims to address this gap by offering financial support for mental health therapy, enabling access to crucial services when Medicaid coverage or providers are unavailable, ultimately fostering stability in their foster homes.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PPARTICIPATION : Children and youth in the child welfare system and located in Pasco County as well as their caregiving families working to provide stability and support in the home

DIRECTOR : Erin Authier

CONTACT INFO : Erin Authier, ErinA@herotoachild.org, 727-346-8641

ADDRESS : 14250 49th Street N, Suite 4000 Clearwater, FL 33762

LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED AND BLIND:

PROGRAM: Lighthouse offers Vision Rehabilitation for visually impaired teens, adults, and seniors, promoting independence and emotional well-being through programs in Independent Living Skills, Assistive Technology, Braille, Safe Travel (Orientation & Mobility), Job Readiness, and Vocational Counseling and Rehabilitation.

*Training for teens, adults and seniors covers Independent Living Skills, Assistive Technology, Braille, and Safe Travel.

*The Independent Living Skills Program focuses on daily activities, from cooking, cleaning, home organization to medication management.

*The Transition program prepares teens for high school, higher education, employment, and adult independence. Transition includes an intensive summer camp for work experience.

*Vocational Rehabilitation/Job Readiness training assists adults and seniors with employment goals.

*Adults and Seniors can also participate in Passages (Adjustment to Vision Loss), support groups, the CCTV Borrowing Program, Book Club, Hot Topic discussions, and client gatherings.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION: All teens (age 14+), adults, and seniors who live in Pasco County and provide medical proof of vision impairment are eligible for Lighthouse programs and services. Lighthouse also serves Hernando and Citrus Counties.

DIRECTOR: Stefanie Pontlitz

CONTACT INFO: 727-815-0303, https://www.lvib.org/

ADDRESS: 9130 Ridge Road, New Port Richey, FL 34654

ONE COMMUNITY NOW:

PROGRAM: Veterans Support Center: Growing a community veterans in Pasco, to help them receive resources of benefits assistance, community resources for mental and physical health, food/clothing, hot showers, laundry facility, personal hygiene items, valor cafe, and cold night shelter.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE: OCN Resource Center - we assist anyone who is struggling to get by. We will help to connect clients to community resources that can help to elevate them out of poverty; Pack A Sack Food 4 Kids - we assist any food-insecure child enrolled in a Pasco County school located on the west and central part of the county; Veterans Support Center - we will assist anyone who served our county.

DIRECTOR : Patti Templeton

CONTACT INFO : https://onecommunitynow.com/for-children/ info@onecommunitynow.com, 727-849-4724

ADDRESS : OCN Resource Center - 5841 Main Street, New Port Richey, FL 34652 ; Veterans Support Center - 4620 Professional Loop, New Port Richey, FL 34652

PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS

PREMIER COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE:

PROGRAM: Expanding Behavioral Health-Access to Care. Offers top-quality, cost-effective behavioral healthcare regardless of ones income/immigration status, led by certified providers. They provide a range of services for adults, adolescents, and children, including psychosocial assessment, medication management, counseling, therapy, and crisis intervention. PREMIER COMMUNITY HEALTH GROUP: Program on Expanding Behavioral Health: Access to Care is designed to meet the fundamental needs of Pasco County's low-income residents, focusing on mental health and substance use disorder care. The addition of a Registered Clinical Social worker is a cornerstone of the program, strategically positioned to reduce wait times, thereby facilitating an increase in referrals and improving accessibility for the uninsured population.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : To verify eligibility, patients must submit documentation such as identification, income details, and household information. Importantly, no one is denied service due to an inability to pay, emphasizing Premier's commitment to accessible healthcare.

DIRECTOR : Joseph D. Resnick

CONTACT INFO : Agency Phone: (352) 518-2000; Website Address: www.facebook.com/PremierCommunityHealthCare https://premierhc.org/services/behavioral-health/

ADDRESS : Main Office: 37912 Church Avenue, Dade City, FL 33526

SENIORS IN SERVICE OF TAMPA BAY:

PROGRAM: Health Buddies, Seniors in Service of Tampa Bay, engages volunteers aged 55+ to address community challenges. They aid various individuals and empower volunteers. Health Buddies help reduce preventable hospital readmissions for individuals living with chronic conditions through telephone interventions that empower them to self-manage their health. Health Buddies engages compassionate, trained volunteers to provide encouragement, health coaching, and support to adults living with chronic conditions. Health Buddies volunteers commit to calling their "buddy" 2-3 times per week for 12 weeks. They engage in meaningful conversation about health-related topics such as nutrition, exercise, fall prevention and more. Health Buddies also connect individuals with additional community resources when needed. Through regularly scheduled telephone calls, Health Buddies help individuals improve social connection, reduce preventable hospital stays, and self-manage their health.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE : Any adult with a chronic condition

DIRECTOR : Amy Manning, Outreach & Communications Manager

CONTACT INFO : healthbuddies@seniorsinservice.org; (813) 492-8931 https://seniorsinservice.org/health-buddies/

ADDRESS : given the nature of our work, our address are confidential. we do have offices on both the East and West sides of Pasco County as well as we do offer telehealth through our Outreach Program.

WARRIOR WELLNESS:

PROGRAM : Mental Health and Wellness Services for Pasco Veterans and Spouses: Offers therapy and community support for military personnel transitioning to civilian life, promoting health and resilience through yoga, horse back riding, music, centered around fostering key concepts such as post-traumatic growth and camaraderie. Warrior Wellness provides alternative mental health and wellness services to veterans and their spouses. Services are provided the Accelerated Wellness Program (AWP). The AWP is a five-day program that incorporates effective alternative therapies including Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Integrative Restoration (iRest), adaptive yoga, music therapy and art therapy. Individualized sessions of ART and group sessions of iRest and adaptive yoga are also available to veterans and spouses who are unable to attend the five-day program. All services are provided at no cost to participants.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE : Veterans of all eras and their spouses residing in Pasco are eligible for services.

DIRECTOR : Patricia Field

CONTACT INFO : Chris@WarriorWellnessProgram.org 727.939.8387 https://warriorwellnessprogram.org/

ADDRESS : 1750 Arcadia Rd. Holiday, FL 34690

ACE OPPORTUNITIES :

PROGRAM: ACE Path to Stability is a program helping people reclaim life, sobriety, and housing with structured support, employment, and family reunification. We have offered structured sober living group home environment with supportive services in Pasco county for the last 20 years. Mission Statement: Provide hope, housing and supportive services to those homeless and with a history of substance abuse and establish a move forward into stable and favorable housing and in a self-sufficient environment.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : Individuals with a substance abuse history that are open to complying with structured Sober Living group home environment

DIRECTOR : Frank Seidl

CONTACT INFO : fsaceopportunities@yahoo.com / 727-776-5336 http://www.aceopportunities.org/

ADDRESS : New Port Richey & Port Richey, FL

ALLIANCE FOR HEALTHY COMMUNITIES :

PROGRAM: Pasco County Alliance for Substance Addiction Prevention (ASAP) aims to improve the health in our communities through cross-sector partnerships and programs. We serve as the largest and longest standing substance use prevention coalition in Pasco County. Pasco ASAP holds a monthly general membership meeting as well as task-oriented committees focused on a variety of issues affecting the county such as the Opioid/Rx Committee in partnership with Pasco Sheriff’s Office, the Alcohol Initiatives Committee in partnership with MADD, Cultural Competence Committee, Substance Exposed Newborn Committee, and the Recovery Committee. The committees perform the “boots on the ground” work of the coalition, engaging with professionals and community members. ASAP also hosts several town halls, walks and other community events that work to educate, empower, and reduce stigma.

QUALIFICATION FOR PARTICIPATION : Anyone can get involved in our coalitions and initiatives. Alliance for Healthy Communities has a long history of innovative programming that allows for residents to access our services in various forms. Pasco County residents can get involved in our coalitions (Alliance for Substance Addiction Prevention - ASAP and the STAND Above the Influence youth coalition) by attending General Membership meetings, committee meetings, or STAND meetings in schools and community locations. Pasco County residents are encouraged to engage with our coalitions through our website, social media, email, PSAs, and can engage at tabled in-person events throughout Pasco County. For more information on how to get involved, please email: asap@empoweredcommunities.org and/or visit our website at www.empoweredcommunities.org

DIRECTOR : Kellie Rodriguez

CONTACT INFO : Email: asap@empoweredcommunities.org Phone: 727-315-8658 https://linktr.ee/empoweredcommunities https://empoweredcommunities.org/

ADDRESS : Our services are provided all throughout Pasco County.

RECOVERY EPICENTER FOUNDATION: a non-profit charity led by volunteer Executive Director Jessica Leigh Scott to support FARR accreditation for sober living programs in Florida.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION :

DIRECTOR :

CONTACT INFO : https://recoveryepicenterfoundation.org/about/

ADDRESS :

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS

PROGRAM: We provide our evidence-based, one-to-one mentoring programs for youth who are at risk for academic failure or involvement with the juvenile justice system. Community Based Mentoring where matches meet in the community 2-3 times a month for an average of 8 hours, School Based Mentoring where matches meet at the child’s school once a week for one hour, and School-To-Work Mentoring which serves high school juniors and matches them with a workplace mentor for two years and who meet half a day a month during their junior and senior years. Big Futures Mentoring program provides our Littles who have graduated high school up to age 26 with advanced mentoring support and guidance in making and implementing educational and career decisions

QUALIFICATIONS OF PROGRAM FOR PARTICIPANT : Youth: Enroll ages 5-17, parental consent required. Big Futures Mentoring post-graduation support until livable wage secured. School-To-Work available for River Ridge High School students.

DIRECTOR : Tiffanie Hagar

CONTACT INFO : https://bbbstampabay.org/

ADDRESS : all over Pasco County

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF TAMPA BAY

PROGRAMS: Power Hour brings high-level tutoring and learning activities that stimulate the academic growth of Chasco Middle School students and Lewis Abraham Lacoochee Boys and Girls Club members. Over 80%-90% respectively qualify for free or reduced lunch. Youth receive homework help, tutoring, and other high-yield learning activities led by youth development professionals and volunteers. The Chasco Middle School Summer Reading Program helps students improve their Florida Standards Assessments (FSA) scores in Math and English Language Arts through fun instruction and activities. We utilize the assistance of both on-site teachers and online Assessment and Learning in Knowledge Spaces (ALEKS) and Study Island programs to provide high quality, on-grade learning activities and tutoring sessions. These are are digital learning systems with interactive features, questions, and games that engage and reinforce student learning.

QUALIFICATIONS OF PROGRAM FOR PARTICIPANT : Youth must either be students at Chasco Middle School or matriculating into the school for 6th grade. Youth can be a student at the Lewis Abraham Lacoochee Boys and Girls Club

DIRECTOR : Toneice Evans

CONTACT INFO : tevans@bcgtampa.org, 813-377-3141, www.bgctampa.org

ADDRESS : Chasco Middle School - 7702 Ridge Rd, Port Richey, FL 34668. Lewis Abraham Lacoochee Boys and Girls Club - 38724 Mudcat Grant Blvd, Dade City, FL 33523

EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF PASCO AND HERNANDO:

PROGRAM: START Initiative is a free parent workshop (via zoom) for families, often families who cannot afford child care! Who can participate? START participants includes direct caregivers, parents, grandparents, stepparents or guardians who all receive the Circle of Security course materials as well as Circle of Security’s “Raising a Secure Child.” (This book is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened). By joining START, you will receive tools and strategies for relationship-based parenting and support to help during these challenging times and beyond.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION: Must be a family who has a child.

DIRECTOR : Steve Knobl

CONTACT INFO : Contact Dawn Espinoza at d.espinoza@elcph.org. For inquiries about eligibility for the School Readiness or Voluntary Pre Kindergarten (VPK) programs, please contact our New Port Richey office and you will be connected to a Family Services representative. https://elcph.org/for-families/

ADDRESS : Courtside Commons 7334 Little Road, Suite 102 New Port Richey, FL 34654 Business Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00am- 5:00pm Friday by Appointment Only

FLORIDA RECOVERY SCHOOLS OF TAMPA BAY:

PROGRAM: Victory High School is a sober school in Tampa Bay, located in Pasco and Pinellas for ages 14-19 years old seeking recovery from substance use disorders or co-occurring disorders. They are non-profit private school with staff reducing the number of suicides, hospital visits, and incarceration. Mental Health Services, Recovery Support, and Education.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPANT : Ages 14-19 with substance use disorders or co-occurring disorders

DIRECTOR : Tina Miller

CONTACT INFO : info@frsoftb.com www.refertovictory.com 813-444-7766 https://www.floridarecoveryschoolsoftampabay.com/

ADDRESS: New Port Richey and St. Petersburg

GIRL SCOUTS OF WEST CENTRAL FLORIDA

PROGRAM: Community Troops which build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. We’re the preeminent leadership development organization for girls. With programs for girls from coast to coast and across the globe, Girl Scouts offers every girl a chance to do something extraordinary. Every Girl Scout has her own curiosity, dreams and talents. When they come together to decide which of the thousands of Girl Scout activities to try, the sky’s the limit. Whether visiting an animal shelter, camping, hosting a dance-off or filming a movie—they’re learning to take risks, trust their gut and team up with others for good.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPANT : Girls in grade levels Kindergarten through 12th

DIRECTOR : Marilyn Defensor

CONTACT INFO : info@gswcf.org; 813-281-GIRL (4475)

ADDRESS : Citrus, Hernando, Hillsborough, Marion, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk and Sumter Counties. https://www.gswcf.org/

HERO TO A CHILD, GUARDIAN AT LITEM FOUNDATION:

PROGRAM: Education Needs in Foster Care: supports children in foster care, addressing their essential needs, education, and emotional well-being through community contributions. Education is a fundamental right that every child deserves, but children in foster care often face unique challenges that make it difficult for them to succeed academically. These children have experienced trauma, separation from their families, and often move from one home to another, making it difficult for them to establish stable relationships and academic routines. Meeting the educational needs of foster children is crucial to help them break the cycle of poverty and achieve their full potential. Hero To A Child works to support the educational goals of every child in care by supporting their individual needs as they arrive: funding tutoring when they fall behind, purchasing technology devices to support home study, scholarships for those seeking post-secondary education, school supplies and uniforms so they go to school prepared, etc. We believe that, with the right support, these kids can achieve their educational goals.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION : All children and youth served through our programs are school age (5-17) kids in the Pinellas and Pasco child welfare system.

DIRECTOR : Erin Authier, Executive Director

CONTACT INFO : ErinA@herotoachild.org, 727-346-8641https://herotoachild.org/childrens_needs/

ADDRESS : 14250 49th Street N, Suite 4000 Clearwater, FL 33762

MARJORIE’S HOPE:

PROGRAM: The annual Tools 4 Schools Backpack Program in Pasco County provides 5,000 backpacks to lower income students filled with school supplies, hygiene items, and socks, emphasizing social acceptance and basic necessities.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE : Our services are delivered to clients via the referring school and/or agency.

DIRECTOR : Debi Shackowsky

CONTACT INFO : Debi@marjorieshope.com. 727-776-5458 https://marjorieshope.com/steps-to-peace/back-to-school-program/

ONE COMMUNITY NOW

PROGRAMS: Resource Center - We assist individuals and families that are struggling financially by providing employment resources including resume creation, interview coaching, job search and basic resources. At various times we have funding to assist with rent, utilities, housing and employment.

Pack A Sack Food 4 Kids - We provide food for children that struggle with food-insecurity. Children are provided with a bag full of food for each weekend of the year.

Veterans Support Center - We focus on helping veterans get connected to the resources they need to build stability in their life. We provide resources that include food, hygiene items, housing assistance, showers, laundry services, employment, housing, physical and mental health.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE: OCN Resource Center - we assist anyone who is struggling to get by. We will help to connect clients to community resources that can help to elevate them out of poverty; Pack A Sack Food 4 Kids - we assist any food-insecure child enrolled in a Pasco County school located on the west and central part of the county; Veterans Support Center - we will assist anyone who served our county.

DIRECTOR : Patti Templeton

CONTACT INFO : https://onecommunitynow.com/for-children/ info@onecommunitynow.com, 727-849-4724

ADDRESS : OCN Resource Center - 5841 Main Street, New Port Richey, FL 34652 ; Veterans Support Center - 4620 Professional Loop, New Port Richey, FL 34652

PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS

PROGRAM: Pace's Reach Program provides therapeutic counseling, academic support, and life skills training for girls aged 11-17 and their families. Girls who are faced with mental health, academic, and home issues.

https://www.pacecenter.org/

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READY FOR LIFE

PROGRAM : Ready for Life, Inc. is a solution-based skill center supporting former foster care youth in homelessness prevention, education & employment, and lifeline support networks. We serve 15 – 25 years old's who are in foster care or have aged out and are now on their own. We also provide parenting services for clients with children, to help prevent generational child abuse system involvement. Clients can self-refer or be referred by agencies or individuals.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE : Ready for Life Pasco accepts teens/young adults living in Pasco County, between the ages of 15 and 25, who are in or have been involved in the child welfare - foster care system.

DIRECTOR : Patsy Stills

CONTACT INFO : 727-954-3989 https://www.readyforlifepinellas.org/

ADDRESS : Pasco

SARAH VANDE BERG TENNIS FOUNDATION

PROGRAM: Afterschool Tennis and Education Outreach: The Sarah Vande Berg Tennis Foundation's After School Tennis and Education Outreach Program provides free tennis and education services to young people in East Pasco County focusing primarily on Title 1 schools. Our elementary and middle after-school programs take place on-site at 12 local schools and provide life skills and character development, fitness, nutrition, and tennis lessons to all interested children at no charge to the family. Along with certified tennis coaches, High School Ambassadors volunteer as junior coaches and mentors in our after-school program. These Ambassadors receive free training themselves twice per week as a cohort. Each daily lesson in our after-school program includes 30 minutes of a classroom session followed by 1+ hour of fitness and tennis games. We focus on the fundamentals for success in life and tennis. Classroom activities include lessons about leadership, responsibility, and nutrition. On-court lessons teach the basic tennis strokes and movements. Our entire program curriculum is guided by The Five Pillars of The Sarah Vande Berg Tennis Foundation:

1. Education First 2. Character as a foundation 3. Community of common interests 4. Positive role models and mentors 5. Physical well-being

QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE : Our programs focus on serving 3rd through 8th grade students attending the following schools: R. B. Stewart Middle, West Zephyrhills Elementary, Woodland Elementary, Rodney B. Cox Elementary, New River Elementary, Watergrass Elementary, Pasco Middle, San Antonio Elementary, Centennial Elementary, Centennial Middle, Pasco Elementary, Chester Taylor Elementary.

DIRECTOR :

CONTACT INFO : Nick Walton, Executive Director, nwalton@svbtennisfoundation.org Phone: 610-368-0552 Website: svbtennisfoundation.org nwalton@svbtennisfoundation.org 610-368-0552 https://svbtennisfoundation.org/what-we-do

ADDRESS : Raymond B. Stewart Middle 38505 10th Ave, Zephyrhills, FL 33542; Chester Taylor Elementary 3638 Morris Bridge Rd, Zephyrhills, FL 33543; San Antonio Elementary 32416 Darby Rd, Dade City, FL 33525; Woodland Elementary 38203 Henry Dr, Zephyrhills, FL 33542; West Elementary 37900 14th Ave, Zephyrhills, FL 33542; Pasco Elementary 37350 Florida Ave, Dade City, FL 33525; Pasco Middle School 13925 14th St, Dade City, FL 33525; Rodney B. Cox Elementary 37615 Martin Luther King Blvd, Dade City, FL 33523; New River Elementary 4710 River Glen Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545 ; Centennial Elementary 38501 Centennial Rd, Dade City, FL 33525; Centennial Middle 38505 Centennial Rd, Dade City, FL 33525; Watergrass Elementary 32750 Overpass Rd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545

YMCA OF THE SUNCOAST

PROGRAM: Teen Achievers program is designed to help young people between the ages of 13 and 17 to acquire "soft skills" and "employability skills" that are essential for finding and keeping a job. The program aims to prepare teens for life beyond high school by working with community partners to develop their skills and prepare them for further education and training opportunities. By implementing the YMCA Achievers program, we provide focused programming that empowers teens to excel in school, explore career paths, and successfully enter and thrive in the workforce.

QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE : This program is open to teens aged 13 to 17, with no exclusions other than age and access to the YMCA facility.

DIRECTOR : Stephanie Zaragoza

CONTACT INFO : Glenda DeVeaux, gdeveaux@suncoastymca.org, 727-375-9622 https://www.ymcasuncoast.org/teen-leaders

ADDRESS : JAMES P. GILLS FAMILY YMCA, 8411 Photonics Drive, New Port Richey, FL 34655