Florida
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Food
Text FLKIDSMEALS to 211-211 - Find a free meal for FL kids during school closures
Call 2-1-1 to speak with a live operator 24/7 - Find a free meal for FL kids during school closures
Fresh from Florida - Find a free meal for FL kids during school closures
Feeding Florida - List of food banks across the state.
Food Pantries.org - Resources on food pantries, soup kitchens, food banks and subsidized grocery resources.
Health
Specialized Health Resources for Communities
Florida Community Health Centers - Provides health services to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay, and has 600+ locations across the state.
ASL Video Series (COVID-19) - CDC video series on Youtube targeted to deaf/ hard of hearing community.
Florida Coronavirus Resource Center - Has links to telehealth tools, clinical screening services, location assistance on drive-through testing sites (updated daily) and other guidance.
Agency for Persons with Disabilities - Resources for those with disabilities in Florida.
Mental Health
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Guide - Contains assistance navigating mental health scenarios around COVID-19 and links to find your local NAMI for additional assistance.
Florida Health Mental Health Resources - Links to local abuse hotlines and national suicide prevention (1-800-273-8255) along with tips and guidance.
Self-Care
What to Know about COVID-19 - Information on how the disease is spread and how you can prevent exposure. Available also in Spanish and Chinese.
What to Do if You Think You’re Sick - How to keep your household from getting sick, as well as how and when to seek medical care. Available in Spanish and Chinese.
CDC Household Preparation List - Help to develop and implement a family preparation plan.
Childcare
Child Care Programs - Searchable list of child care providers supported through the Florida Department of Children and Families, in case your provider has suspended services.
Education
Department of Education - Florida Dept of Education resources and links on COVID, including closures, program links, etc.
Finances
General FAQ from Workers Regarding COVID-19 - What to do if you’ve lost a job, are sick, etc. (All VA)
Loudoun County Utilities Help - Contains listing of utilities companies and their COVID help website links and contact info. (Loudoun County)
Covid-19 Financial Guide - Annuity.org
Income Relief
Housing
Florida Housing Resources - Information and links for residents, homeowners, developers and guidance for supportive housing/ HUD assistance.
Who's hiring?
Companies Hiring in FL - Listing of companies hiring in Florida for grocery clerks, delivery drivers, and other temporary workers.
Job Postings in FL - State-wide job postings board.
Disability Benefits/Paid Sick Leave
Unemployment Benefits
Reemployment Assistance - Florida Dept of Economic Opportunity guide to benefits and COVID-19.
Tax Assistance
Small Business Assistance
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program - Application for businesses impacted by COVID-19.
Other COVID Loan Programs - State website contains links to programs such as “Rebuild Florida Business Loan Fund” , “Black Business Loan Program”, etc. that could be used during this time.
Elderly (65+)
Central Florida Grocery Info - Listing of stores with adjusted hours and hours for senior/ at-risk populations.
St. Petersburg Grocery Info - Listing of stores with adjusted hours and hours for senior/ at-risk populations in St. Petersburg, FL.
Safety for Survivors of Violence
Florida Advocates and Shelters - Link to both statewide and local programs for domestic violence victims.
Miami Domestic Violence Assistance - Information on domestic violence and resources for shelter and court assistance.
Other Resources
Benefits.Gov (COVID) - Central resource guide for federal benefits associated with COVID-19, such as unemployment, SNAP, loans, etc.
Donate Your Items or Money
Volunteer Opportunities/How to Help
Volunteer Florida - State-wide program with virtual volunteering opportunities and connections to other Florida not-for-profits.
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