2016 SouthShore Community Resource Guide

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WelcomeAs the president of the SouthShore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging, it is my pleasure to have participated with members of our board of directors and community leaders to produce this Resource Guide for the SouthShore Community.

In 1992, Dr. Kenneth D. Barringer founded the SouthShore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging to help seniors through the aging process. Over the years, the organization has grown to provide resources to all ages. He has inspired us with his spirit of volunteerism. In his recently published book, Making Healthy Choices for Senior Living, Dr. Bar-ringer encourages volunteering as its own healing therapy while contributing to others.

For those of us at the SouthShore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging, by following in Dr. Barringer’s footsteps, our goal is to provide a comprehensive list of resources to support community members in need. With aging services, animal services, children's services, crisis and transportation to veterans' services, there is something for everyone.

Contained within the pages of this guide you will find a common theme of Neighbor Helping Neighbor. Nowhere in SouthShore is that sentiment stronger than at the Sun City Center Emergency Squad. The squad began in 1964 with 14 “first aiders” trained by the Red Cross. Today, there are over 400 volunteers, consisting of licensed emergency medical technicians, drivers, dispatchers and support staff. They will

respond to your call for emer-gency medical assistance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

We are especially excited to present this guide to our caring squad members for them to provide additional support before they depart to their next call.

We will also make these guides available to local places of worship, medical and financial institutions, retirement com-munities and chambers of commerce.

The spirit in our community, where we truly care for the welfare of our neighbor, makes SouthShore one of the most welcoming places to live. Please keep a copy on hand so that you, too, may become a resource if there is a need.

An annual update of the guide is planned in order to provide current content in the future. Should you have a resource to be added for next year, please visit the following link: mentalhealthandaging.org

Best wishes for a happy tomorrow.

Debbie Caneen | PresidentSouthShore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging


Building community,

one volunteer at a time

This inaugural copy of the SouthShore Community Resource Guide may be one of the most important publications you’ll receive this year. Inside, you’ll find information on services and organizations in and around SouthShore to help with everything from your health to your finances, from education to elder care. Do you have a concern about an older neighbor, or need help identifying activities to keep young minds and hands busy? This guide can help identify organizations and services that may be able to help.

“The goal is to have the community of SouthShore support each other,” explained Debbie Caneen, president of the SouthShore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging, the organization behind the publication.

Caneen, whose office is in Sun City Center, says the unique nature of SouthShore, a community of six cities with a retirement center – Sun City Center – in the middle, and the work of the Sun City Center Emergency Squad led to the idea of publishing a resource guide for the entire community.

“The impetus for the publication really came from the folks at the Emergency Squad,” she said. The Sun City Center Emergency Squad is an all-volunteer, no-cost, 24/7 first-responder service serving Sun City Center. Often, according to Caneen, calls involve someone who has fallen in their home. A call to 911 connects the caller to the Sun City Center Emergency Squad, who is able to care for the injured at no cost to either the caller or the county.

“The squad not only saves the county money, the responders are in a perfect position to assess the person’s


living condition, their medical and mental state and can, where necessary, make recommendations to improve someone’s quality of life,” Caneen explained. “This guide will be of great help to everyone, and it’s something they can leave behind or give to a family member.”

Caneen also believes the Resource Guide has the ability to build community, and points specifically to the book, Making Healthy Choices for Senior Living,written by long-time Sun City Center resident and founder of the coalition Kenneth Barringer, Ph.D., as one of the sparks behind the idea for a resource guide. According to Barringer, one of the keys to a healthy retirement is staying active, and one way to stay active is to volunteer.

“We’re hoping this publication encourages many more Sun City Center residents to volunteer in communities throughout SouthShore, and those residents in surrounding communities to get to know the residents of Sun City Center.

“Businesses like Amazon are bringing a plethora of young people to the area, and we want them to become involved with the community as well. We’re hoping this guide will get them curious enough to

volunteer,” she said.

“Everyone can contribute to building a cohesive community,” Caneen added. “We’re hoping this guide helps nourish a spirit of neighbor helping neighbor.”


A history ofCaringThe SouthShore Coalition for

Mental Health and Aging isengaged as a non profit organiza-tion to provide mental health ser-vices to the residents of southern Hillsborough County, including Sun City Center, Ruskin, Wimau-ma, Apollo Beach and Riverview.

The organization is a collection of engaged volunteers providing mental health services to the res-idents of southern Hillsborough County. They challenge everyone with the means to live a healthy lifestyle in their aging years, and help residents who need extra as-sistance by providing them with options that can assist them to deal effectively with their person-al conflicts and relationships.

Outreach includes a quarterly seminar, newsletter, website and the coalition office at Sun Towers Retirement Community in Sun City Center. There are screening services for depression and memory loss, and a referral system to help those who need assistance. We have expanded our sup-port groups to focus on specific needs, such as grief, care giving and memory loss, and include two groups that deal with the stresses of retirement living.


Debbie Caneen President, SouthShore Coalition forMental Health and Aging

Meeting needs and helping others has been a life long mission for Deb-bie Caneen, president of the SouthShore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging. Caneen is also director of admissions at Sun Towers, a retirement and rehabilitation community located in Sun City Center. Caneen’s past experience in senior care issues is the perfect match for the SouthShore Coalition. Upon accepting the office of president, she immediately went to work looking for ways to improve the quality of life for all residents throughout the SouthShore community. One of her early successes as president of the coalition was the recently signed agreement with the Byrd Alzheimer’s Institute to provide memory screenings in SouthShore. This exciting program will allow residents the opportunity to possibly discover early signs of Alzheimer’s, to be able to make changes in their life to help combat this terrible disease and to provide a better future for themselves and their families. These screenings will take place throughout the community, and information is confidential in accordance with HIPPA compliance standards. Caneen said the greatest challenge for the SouthShore Coalition is getting information to people about the help that is available throughout the community. And from that, the idea for the SouthShore Community Resource Guide was born. The guide is designed to be a tool identifying the vast group of non profit organizations, as well as other resources, in an easy-to-use format. People helping others is the goal of the SouthShore Coalition. The organization was founded many years ago by Ken Barringer, Ph.D., author of Making Healthy Choices for Senior Living. Today, the coalition is composed of volun-teers from all walks of life, all career paths and all inter-ests, some retired, some still working. President Debbie Caneen invites all SouthShore residents to consider how they can help others by joining the coalition, and it is her hope that all residents will take advantage of the services provided in the new resource guide.


Everyone at the Sun City Center Emergency Squad is a volunteer – there are no paid positions and never have been. Squad members come from all walks of life: different backgrounds, different ages and different talents. The chief, Dennis Floto, served on the Sun City Center Emergency Squad for six years pri-or to being selected as chief. Prior to his involvement on the squad, Chief Floto served 33 years of active and reserve duty in the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force. As a member of the U.S. Army, Floto served in Viet Nam as a helicopter pilot with the rank of chief warrant officer. For his service he received two Purple Hearts and the Silver Star for valor while engaged in conflict. As a member of the Air Force Reserves, Floto held the rank of chief master sergeant. Upon retirement from military service, Floto served 12 years as a lieutenant and EMT in the Salt Lake City Fire Department, 17 years as deputy sheriff for Salt Lake County and eight years as fire chief for the Manhattan, Nevada, Fire Department. Today, Chief Floto brings a wealth of experience to the squad. He serves as an EMT as well as overseeing the operation of 8 squad teams. Every month, the squad makes well over 400 ambulance runs and 140-plus wheelchair transportation runs. Hillsborough County Fire Rescue reports that the squad’s pres-ence and response time is generally under five minutes from time of call to on-scene, which saves county taxpayers approximately $5 million per year.

Dennis Floto, ChiefSun City Emergency Squad


The Sheriff’s Office has reported that Sun City Center has the lowest crime rate of any community in Hillsborough County – and that is due in large part to the watchful eyes of the Sun City Center Security Patrol. Seven days a week, 365 days a year, volunteer patrol members are out on the street in patrol cars, helping to make sure residents and their homes are safe. The security patrol is operated entirely by volunteers – no one is paid a salary. Members come from many careers and do not have to have a background in law enforcement to participate. In fact, there is always a need for dispatchers, mechanics and administrative help. The security patrol operates five patrol cars manned by two people on each shift. The security patrol is the extra eyes and ears watching over more than 19,000 homes within Sun City Center. The patrol also checks local businesses and the assisted liv-ing facilities throughout the community. The patrol is on the lookout for more than crime: They are observant of the build up of newspapers at a home or other signs that something might be wrong with a resident. Distant families often call the patrol when they become worried when a relative can’t be reached, and the patrol has even rescued lost animals

and delivered residents home from the hospital. “Unfortunately, Sun City Center is a hot bed for solicitors and scam artists,” said Karen Ryan, chief of patrol. “When residents spot a solicitor on their street they call the patrol, the patrol captain monitors activity, calls the patrol dispatcher who then contacts the Sheriff’s Office. The problem is then handled by law enforcement officers.” Currently, the patrol has over a thousand members; some with over 20 years’ experience. However, with four shifts a day, every day of the year, as well as administrative and maintenance positions, new volunteers are constantly needed. No special skills are required. The patrol is a fun way to give back to the community and help keep every home safe, including your own. The patrol office is located at 1005 N Pebble Beach Blvd. Call 813-642-2020 to volunteer.

Sun City Center Security Patrol

Neighbors helping neighbors, a community resolving its own problems: The Sun City Center Emergency Squad is one of the best examples of this philosophy. At no cost to Sun City Center residents, the squad is on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They are the community’s first responders in emergency (and non emergency) situations, and they work in concert with the Hillsborough County Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Fire Rescue departments. Because the squad is local and their only responsibility is Sun City Center, they are able to respond more quickly and are able to assess situations and help stabilize patients while waiting for the county squad to arrive when nec-essary. In non critical situations, the squad transports patients to a hospital of choice at no charge to the patient. The squad is of-ten called when someone has fallen and just needs help getting up. Again, they come, they help and there’s no charge. Other services provided by the squad include wheelchair transport to medical appointments, and blood pressure checks. The Sun City Center Emergency Squad was started in 1964, and today there are over 400 volunteers consisting of licensed emergency medical technicians, emergency medical responders, emergen-cy medical responder drivers and dispatchers, plus a support staff of receptionists, mechanics, washers, sanitizers, instructors, technicians and maintenance and administrative staff. Most of the people that volunteer for the squad do not have a medical background. All volunteers receive extensive training, and those working in a squad van complete an eight-hour CPR course

and a 44-hour first responder course. The first responder course is taught at Hillsborough Community College and is the same course required by county EMT staff. Sun City Center residents have peace of mind knowing competent, caring help will reach them quickly in all situations. Volunteers enjoy the challenge of learning something new, keeping their minds and bodies active, and, most importantly, the satisfaction of helping others. No experience is necessary and there are many opportunities to help within the squad. You can be part of this exciting team. Call 813-633-1411 for squad information. For help, call 9-1-1 or 813-634-3800.

Sun City Center Emergency Squad


The goal of the SouthShore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging is to ensure that the needs of all residents through-out the SouthShore area are met. The coalition constantly works on ways to identify those needs, and the new resource guide is just one of the solutions they have established to help residents. The coalition is much more than its name suggests. Service providers include the Mary & Martha House, helping victims of domestic abuse; AMIKids, giving troubled youth needed support; and Good Samaritan Mission, helping to provide education and life skills. These are just three of the many providers helping residents, from the youngest to the oldest, every day of the year. The coalition also offers regularly scheduled educational seminars, newsletters and an informative website, mentalhealthandaging.org. Their amazing Mindboost Workshop utilizes a series of mental exercises and games designed to help adults devel-op an awareness of brain health and memory improvement. Support groups within the coalition include Life After Loss Bereavement Group, the Life Challenges Support Group, the SouthShore LGBT Support Group, the Diabetes Support Group and many more. The mission of the coalition is to promote healthy aging and to facilitate optimum mental health through developing affiliations with their community partners and by providing education, support and outreach to all SouthShore residents. The coalition addresses problems associated with drug abuse, divorce, dementia, care-giving, physical abuse, depression, family conflicts, life stressors and alcoholism. Annual membership is only $10, and each member receives the newsletter and invitations to educational seminars along with all the other benefits. Call 813-419-4902 for more information.

SouthShore Coalition forMental Health and Aging


An amazing and unexpected fact was discovered recently about residents in the Sun City Center area. Here, in a community of lovely homes, golf courses and apparent comfort, hunger is the greatest need. Unfortunately, many residents experience dramatic changes in their lives: a spouse dies, investments lose value, medical costs escalate, the money runs out. Choices

have to be made, and often mealtime is the loser. Sometimes it becomes hard to go shopping, and often it becomes difficult to prepare healthy meals. Lack of proper nutrition increases the risk of falls and illness and reduces sense of well-being. St. Andrew Presbyterian Church has recognized this need and beginning Oct. 28, 2015, they will provide a hot lunch every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – absolutely free: no questions asked, no donation bucket, no proof of need. St. Andrew is working in collaboration with Metropolitan Ministries. Each week, Metropol-itan Ministries will prepare and deliver hot, healthy, well-balanced meals to be enjoyed by anyone in the community who is hungry. In addition to feeding their hunger, participants will enjoy getting out of their homes for a while and sharing the camaraderie of dining with others. Sally McLeish, Mission Committee chairman, reports,

“For the past two years, St. Andrew Presbyterian Church has worked with Metropolitan Ministries and their Boxed Lunch fundraiser program. When it was discovered that hunger was such a great need in our community, we knew we had to sponsor the weekly lunch program.” St. Andrew Presbyterian Church is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. in Sun City Center. Call 813-634-1252 for more information.

St. Andrew Presbyterian ChurchMetropolitan Ministries Feeding the Hungry


Rich farm lands surround the SouthShore community, providing fresh produce used locally and shipped to places around the country and world. Every year, as many as 12,000 migrant workers come to the area to plant and pick these crops. Many of these workers are uneducated and most do not speak English. Because of frequent moves, their children often have difficulty with school, and some are left alone and unschooled while parents are in the field. These people work very hard for very littlecompensation – yet it is all they know and, so it seems, all the future holds for them. The Rev. Kathy Dain, executive directorof the Beth-El Mission, strives to provide a better life for these workers. For more than 39 years, this organization has provided a variety of programs in education, nutrition and life skills. Children now can attend school on site and child care is available for infants, toddlers and pre school kids. Adult education, giving workers the opportunity to learn English and earn their GED, is offered through a partnership with the Redlands Christian Migrant Association and support of Hillsborough County Schools. In cooperation with the USDA Emergency Food Program – Feeding America – 400 bags of food are distributed each Tuesday. A community dinner is provided every Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. This dinner is open to anyone in Hillsborough County who is hungry. Located on 27 acres, the Beth-El Mission center is just six miles south of Sun City Center at 18240 U.S. 301 S. in Wimauma. It is estimated that over 100,000 people are served annually, and volunteers are constantly needed to help continue this important program. To learn more about how you can help, call 813-633-1548 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

Beth-El Mission


Good Samaritan Mission

Making a difference, one day at a time. The Good Samaritan Mission helps people transform their lives by educating them in life skills that most people take for granted: from something as simple as under-standing how and why it’s important to go to an evacuation shelter during a storm to the consequences of celebrating with a gun shot into the air to shopping for nutritious food and saving money for future needs. The classes offered equip people with the tools needed to get out of the rut they are in and allow them to have a better future for themselves and their families. A wide variety of classes are taught at different levels of learning. Classes include cooking, nutrition, den-tal hygiene, parenting, computer skills, prenatal education, sewing, ve-hicle repair and even how to cut hair. In addition to learning important skills, participants are rewarded at the completion of each week’s class with a token to spend in the mission shop. The shelves of the shop

are lined with food staples, locally grown produce, school supplies, toiletries, cleaning supplies and much more. Each token may be redeemed for a bag that participants fill with the items they need that week. Participants also have the opportunity to participate in the Gratitude Program, in which they give of their own talents to help Mission projects. The Good Samari-tan Mission has proudly served the SouthShore Spanish-speaking community since 1984. With over 10½ acres and multiple buildings, the Good Samaritan Mission wants to grow its programs and continue to be of service to its neighbors. Pastor Bill Cruz invites everyone to consider becoming a volunteer, and he encourages everyone in the community to contribute needed food and other items. For information, call 813-634-7136 or visit gsmission.org.


AMIKids

Separating a troubled past from a bright future is the vision of AMI-Kids. For over 45 years, AMI (Associated Marine Institutes) has pro-vided troubled boys the guidance and support they need to discover their potential, strengthen their community and make a lasting impact on generations to come. AMIKids is a unique combination of educa-tion, behavior modification and treatment in a family atmosphere with a caring staff to help boys turn their lives around and become produc-tive citizens. Boys are referred to the program by court order, and they spend from six to nine months in residence at the facility. Daily, they attend classes on site, and before and after class they are engaged in counseling and vocational training. The weekends find the boys in service projects throughout the SouthShore community. By helping out at church car washes, setting up for events, moving heavy equipment,

helping the library sort and shelve books, working on environmental projects in area parks and recreational centers and engaging in various other projects, the participants in the AMIKids program are able to give back to the community while learning how to change their own lives. Many exciting vocational experience are available to AMIKids. A recent Depart-ment of Labor grant provides IT courses with an emphasis on learning the computer by breaking one down and reas-sembling it. The Safe Serve Food Service course ends with a test for state certification. These courses and many others give the boys the opportunity to find their bright future. Joe Chestnut, ED.D, heads the program in the SouthShore area. Chestnut said, “Our boys are studied for three years after they graduate from the program, and over 71percent achieve their goals and move beyond their troubled past.”


Transforming lives, one family at a time is the mission of the Mary & Mar-tha House. The Mary & Martha House was established in 1982 by three women in the Ruskin community who identified a growing need to pro-vide temporary, emergency shelter and longer-term housing for homeless and abused women. Previously, all shelter services were concentrated within the city of Tampa and not available for SouthShore residents. The number of women and their dependent children who are homeless due to domestic violence or financial crisis is growing. The primary focus of the Mary & Martha House is to assist these women by providing a safe environment along with other services to help them develop financial stability and meet their other needs. Each individual referred to the Mary & Martha House comes with a different set of challenges, and it is the

goal of the Mary & Martha House to help these women find a job and transition into housing. Short-term emergency housing and support services are provided for up to 90 days to help the family in crisis assess their immediate needs and have access to community resources. Once the family is stabilized, they are eligible for transitional housing, where they can reside for up to six months to address the longer-term goals of the family. At this point, the women are required to seek employment and utilize all available community resources to achieve self-sufficiency. The Mary & Martha House offers comprehensive support services in an environment of dignity, compassion and respect. Clients successfully completing the program have full-time employment, a savings account, financial stability and permanent housing. Go to marymarthahouse.org for more information or call 813-645-7628.

Mary & Martha House


Recognizing that children are our future, the SouthShore Chamber of Commerce created an Educational Partnership Committee to ensure schools in the SouthShore area would have the resources needed for teachers to provide the high-est-quality education possible. Chairman Carrie Elwell reported, “Our mission is to connect educational institutions with businesses throughout the region. We serve 13 schools, and have provided mentors, funds for books and a wide variety of miscellaneous items requested by teachers. As the liaison between business and schools, we are able to match needs with available resources, such as computers from a business upgrading their equipment. When students needed parts to create robots for a state competition, the committee put out the call and collected a roomful of supplies.” The committee was able to outfit an entire first grade (seven classrooms) with the books they needed to help raise reading scores and move the school out of the F category. In the past, the committee has sponsored a Welcome Breakfast for all new SouthShore teachers. This year, they took the idea on the road and delivered lunch or breakfast to every school and every teacher in the region, along with information about committee support for things needed to improve student education.

Educational Partnership CommitteeSouthShore Chamber of Commerce

Remember:In an emergency, ALWAYS call 911.

Want to know more about the Coalition and volunteering?Visit mentalhealthandaging.org or call 813-634-3347


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AARP Foundation • • • • •Abe Brown Ministries, Inc. • •

Abuse Registry • • • • • •ACCESS Florida • • •Agency for Community Treatment Services (ACTS) • • • • • • •

Aging Care Advocates • • • • • • •Al-Anon / Alateen • • •

Alcoholics Anonymous • • •

All About Paws Pet Services, LLC •

Alpha House of Tampa • • • •

Always Best Care ABC Transportation & Assistance • •Alzheimer's Association - Florida Gulf Coast Chapter • • • •American Momentum Bank • • •

American Pace • • • • • • •American Red Cross of Tampa Bay • • • • • •AMIKids • • • • •Animal Coalition of Tampa (ACT) •

AnimalLuvr's Dream Rescue, Inc. •

Aston Gardens at The Courtyards • • •

Bay Area Early Steps • • •Bay Area Legal Services • •

Bayada Home Health Care • •

Belvedere Commons • • •

Beth-El Farmworker Ministry, Inc. • • • • • • •Better Living Senior Services • • • • • • • • • • • •Big Brothers - Big Sisters of Tampa Bay, Inc. • •

Boys and Girls Club of America • •

Boys Town • • • Brandon Crisis Pregnancy Center, Inc. • • d/b/a LifeCare Network

Brandon Regional Hospital • • • • •Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center • • • • • •C.A.R.E. Critter Adoption & Rescue Effort, Inc. •

Calvary Lutheran Church Cupboard • • • •Camelot Community Mental Health • • •

Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center • •

Campaign Against Human Trafficking • • • •Cat Lovers Club of Sun City Center • •

Catholic Charities Mobile Medical Services • • • • •Chabad of Brandon • • •CHADD / Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/ • • • Hyperactive DisorderChild Care Aware • Child Care Resource and Referral •


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Children's Medical Services • • •

Children's Museum of Tampa, Inc. •

Choices Women's Center • • • • • •Chrysalis Health • •

Community Care for the Elderly •

Community Stepping Stones, Inc. •

Computer Mentors Group, Inc. • • •

Consult-A-Nurse • •

Crimes Against the Elderly • •

Crisis Center of Tampa Bay • • • •Cypress Creek Assisted Living Residence •

DACCO - Drug Abuse Comprehensive • • • • Coordinating Service

Department of Elder Affairs - Elder Abuse • • • •Department of Veterans Affairs Regional • • Benefit Office

Disabled Veterans Chapter 110 • •

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Eckerd Community Alternative • • • •Elder Care Locator • • • • • •

Elder Justice Center - George E. Edgecomb • • • Courthouse

Elite Scholar Academy •

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Family Health Line of Florida • • • • •

Farmworker Career Development Program •

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Florida Department of Education Division of • • Vocational Rehabilitation

Florida Department of Health Joyce Ely Health • Center (WIC Only)

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Florida Substance Abuse Hotline • •

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Florida Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Program •

Food Charity - Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic • Migrant Mission

Fossil Museum •

Gannon University • • • • • • • • •Gentiva • • • • • • •GFWC Sun City Center Woman's Club •

Good Samaritan Mission • •

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Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce •

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Healthy Start Coalition • •

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Higher Aspirations Behavior Services, LLC • • • • •

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Hillsborough Community College Criminal Justice • • Institute Public Safety Telecom

Hillsborough Community College Fire Academy • •

Hillsborough Community College Security Guard - • • HCC SouthShore Campus

Hillsborough County Aging Services • • •Hillsborough County Aging Services • Ruskin Senior CenterHillsborough County Aging Services Wimauma • Senior CenterHillsborough County Children's Services Department • • • • •

Hillsborough County Consumer and • • • Veterans ServicesHillsborough County Fire Rescue • • • •

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Hillsborough County Public Schools Before and • • After School, Summer Care

Hillsborough County Public Schools Deaf & Hard • of Hearing Program Seminole Audiology

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Inspired Living at Sun City Center • • • • • • • •James A. Haley Veterans Hospital • • • • • • •JSA Medical Group Activity Center • • •Judeo Christian Health Clinic •

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Lennard Adult School •

LIFE Center of the Suncoast • • •

LifePath Hospice House - Sun City Center •

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Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute • at USF for Autism and Related Disabilities

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Memorial Hospital of Tampa • • • • •

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Metro Wellness and Community Centers • •

Migrant Program Hillsborough County Schools • • •

Military Family Support Trust • • • • •Military OneSource • • • • • • •My Warrior's Place • • •Narcotics Anonymous •

National Alliance on Mental Illness Hillsborough Florida • •

National Resource Center for Health and Safety • • in Childcare and Early Education

National Resource Directory • • • •National Suicide Prevention Lifeline • •

Nurse on Call Home Health • •Opportunity Plus for Minority Students Success, Inc. •

Order of the Eastern Star of Florida 14 - Manatee • •Order of the Eastern Star of Florida 81 - Plant City • •Ott's Off Leash Dog Sanctuary •

Pacifica Senior Living of Sun City Center • • • • • • •Palm Garden of Sun City Center •

Parent & Children Advance Together (PCAT) • •

Parent Booster USA, Inc. - Eisenhower Chorus • Booster Club

Peace Catholic Church •Pheonix Houses of Florida •

Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc. - South Tampa Titans •

PPD Moms (Post-Partum Depression) • •

Prayer Sisters International •

Prevent Blindness Florida •

Prevent Child Abuse America • • •Prince of Peace Catholic Church • • • • • • •

PTSD Consultation Program •Quilts of Valor Foundation •REACHUP, Inc. •

Read on myON partnership • •

Reality Speaks • • •

Recovery International SouthShore • • •Redeemer Lutheran Church • • • •

Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) • • •


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River of Life Christian Center •

Riverview United Methodist Church •

Samaritan Alzheimer's Auxiliary Committee •

SCC / SouthShore Campaign Against Human Trafficking • •

SCC Charitable Foundation, Inc •

SCC TaxAide - An AARP Foundation Free Tax Service • •

Senior Connection Center • • • • •Senior Helpers •

Senior Home Improvement Program - SHIP •

Senior Transition Specialist • • •

Seniors Helping Seniors •

Seniors in Service of Tampa Bay, Inc. • • • • •Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders - SHINE • •

Shriners Hospital for Children - Tampa • •

South Bay Hospital • • • • • • • •South Shore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging • • •

South Shore United Methodist Church • • • • • • •SouthShore Arts Council • • • •

SouthShore Chamber of Commerce •

SouthShore Community Resource • • • • •SouthShore Neighborhood Resource Center • • • • •SouthShore Regional Library • • •

St. Andrew Presbyterian Church • • •

St. Anne Conference - Society of St. Vincent de Paul •

St. John the Devine Epicopal Church •

St. Joseph's Children's Hospital • • •St. Joseph's Hospital Health Care Navigator •

St. Vincent de Paul - Our Lady of Guadalupe •

St. Vincent de Paul - Prince of Peace •

St. Vincent de Paul - St. Anne •

St. Vincent de Paul - St. Stephen •

St. Vincent de Paul Society SSVF Rapid Rehousing II • •Step Up for Students •

Success 4 Kids & Families •

Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce •

Sun City Center Emergency Squad • • • •Sun City Center Lions Club • • •

Sun City Center Security Patrol, Inc. • • •Sun Terrace Rehabilitation Center • • •Sun Towers Retirement Community • • • •Suncoast Community Health Centers, Inc. - • • • • • Ruskin Health Center

Suncoast Community Health Centers, Inc. - • • • • • Wimauma Community Health Center

Sunshine Health • • • • • •Sunshine Line Transportation •Supporting & Empowering Educational & • • Developmental Services (SEEDS)

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) 788 • • •


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Tampa Bay Arts & Educational Network (TBAE) •

Tampa Community Hospital • • •

Tampa Family Health Centers • • • • • •Tampa General Hospital • •

Tampa Jewish Family Services • • • • •

Tampa Lighthouse for the Blind •

Tampa Veterans Center / Veterans Crisis Line • • • • • • • • •Tender Care Move Management Downsizing • and Relocation Services

The Children's Home, Inc. • • •

The Crossing Church •

The D.L. Randall Foundation, Inc. • • • • •

The Florida Poison Information Center - Tampa •

The Helen Gordon Centre for Women • • • • •

The Life Church •

The Lord's Lighthouse Ministry •

The Outreach Clinic • •

The Pelican Players, Inc. •

The Salvation Army • • • • • • • •The Seventh Mom Project • •

The Spring • •

The Tampa YMCA Veggie Van • •

The Trevor Project • •

Turning Point of Tampa, Inc. • •

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs • • • • • Regional Benefit Office

United Cerebral Palsy of Tampa Bay - Respite • • • • • • •

United Community Church • • •

United Community Church - United Church of Christ •

United Methodist Church of Sun City Center • • • • •

USF Health Byrd Alzheimer's Institute • • •

Veterans Crisis • • • • • • • • • •Visions of Hope International • • • • • • • • • •Vote by Mail •

West Coast Teens • • • •

Women of the Moose - Chapter 1031 • • •

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) • • • •WSCQ-FM Sun Radio •

Wyndbeach Counseling • • • • • • • •Youth America Hotline • • • •


calendar ofeventsFreedom Plaza (Club Room)Facilitator: Wendy Burkhard, LCSW psychotherapist/counselor813-401-74522nd Thursday of each month: 10:00 amFreedom Plaza, Club Room (coffee and pastries provided).

Sun Towers Retirement Community(Private Dining Room) Facilitator: Amy Engle, MSW, CMC, geriatric care manager, Aging Care Advocates 813-634-33473rd Tuesday of each month 2:00 – 3:30 pm Loved ones cared for in our Secured Memory Care.

Please RSVP no less than 3 days prior to. 813-677-1400

Homewood ResidencesFacilitator: Shelley Postek, Aging Care Advocates4th Monday of each month: 10:30 am–12:00 noon (coffee and pastries provided)

Cypress Creek Assisted Living ResidenceFacilitator: Cheryl Lamb, LCSW (Brandon Mental Health)2nd Wednesday of each month 4:00 – 5:00 pmCall to RSVP, 813-633-7777

Alzheimer's Support Group

Sun Towers Retirement Community (Private Dining Room)Facilitator: Lisa Endick, RN from Nurse on Call Home Health Care813-634-3347 • Second Wednesday of each month, 2:00 – 3:00 pm

United Community Church At the corner of Pebble Beach Blvd. and La Jolla Ave. in Sun City Center

Facilitator: Wendy Burkhard, LCSW psychotherapist/counselor813-401-7452 • 2nd & 4th Friday of the month 10:00–11:00 am

Sun Towers Retirement Community (Main Dining Room)Facilitator: Annettia Simpson, RRT, director of

Sun Towers’ Outpatient Pulmonary Rehabilitation1st Thursday of each month. 10:00–11:00 am • 813-634-3347

Facilitator: Coralease Ruff, Ph.D., RN • 813-634-1654Scheduled to resume in January 2015 in an online format

United Community Church at the corner of Pebble Beach Blvd. and La Jolla Ave. in Sun City Center

Facilitator: Debbie Shenemen, NP3rd Tuesday of the month. 1:30–2:30 pm

Grief Café

Calvary Lutheran ChurchFacilitator: Judy Shepard • 813-546-54151st & 3rd Wednesday of each month 1:00 pm

CalvaryCares

Sun Towers Retirement Community – First Floor LoungeFacilitator: Cheryl Lewis

813-938-3126 • 813-634-3347Every Tuesday from 1:00 to 3:00 pm

Life Challenges

Coffee Klatch

Better Breathers Support Group

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Sun Towers Retirement Community (Main Dining Room)Facilitator: Jennipher Lenoir, COTA • 813-634-33473rd Monday of each month 1:30–3:30 pm

United Community Churchat the corner of Pebble Beach Blvd. and La Jolla Ave. in Sun City CenterFacilitator: Sandra McCaw 973-902-84011st Thursday of each month • 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

Sun Towers Retirement Community (Private Dining Room)Facilitator: Krista Owen, RN, BSN

813-634-3347• 3rd Thursday of each month • 9:00–11:00 am

St. Andrews Presbyterian Church 1239 W. Del Webb Blvd., Sun City Center, FLNational Alliance on Mental Illness Hillsborough (NAMI)First Monday of the month at from 1:30 pm-3 pm and facilitated by two trained NAMI facilitators • Resource and referral line 813-273-8104

Sun Towers Retirement Community (Private Dining Room)Facilitator: James Clarke 813-625-5665 • 813-634-3347Every Monday morning • 8:30 am–10:30 am

Widower's WellnessGroup

Aston Gardens, Club RoomFacilitators: Harriet Susskind and Audrey Ercegovch • 813-634-6195Every Monday 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Sun Towers Retirement Community (Suite #254)Facilitator: SouthShore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging Appointment required, please call • 813-419-4902 • 3rd Thursday of each month.

Sun Towers Retirement Community (Private Dining Room)Facilitator: Scott Hopkins, MSPT

813-634-3347 • 2nd Friday of each month 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

Rheumatoid Arthritis Support Group

Sun Towers Retirement Community (Main Dining Room)Facilitator: Jennipher Lenoir, COTA

813-634-3347 • 3rd Wednesday of each month. 1:30 – 2:30 pm

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Sun City Center ChamberTopics related to mental health issues.

Third Thursday of each month from 2 pm -4 pm from September through May

United Methodist Church, Creason HallFacilitator: South Shore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging

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A&A Mortgage Funding13014 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., #328, Tampa, FL [email protected] • aamortgagefunding.comA&A is a full-service mortgage company servicing the home financing needs of consumers and real estate professionals throughout Florida, with specialization in reverse mortgages.Network groups, Service/leadership organizations, Elder services

AARP Foundation11420 N. 53rd St., Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-962-4600 • aarpfoundation.org/scsepWe help job seekers age 55 and older obtain training, improve their skills and find jobs. In the process, we provide supplemental staffing for nonprofit organizations (host agencies) that partner with us in training. There is no cost for our services.Adult education/GED, Employment/career services, Supportive work programs, Elder services, Service organizations

Abe Brown Ministries, Inc.2921 N. 29th St., Tampa, FL 33605813-247-3285 • abebrown.orgAbe Brown Ministries’ Live Video Visitation provides a host site for live video visitations with mothers incarcerated at Lowell Reception Center. Children have the opportunity once a week to visit with their mothers for approximately 20 minutes, supervised by staff and/or volunteers at Abe Brown Ministries.Children’s advocates

Abuse RegistryStatewide800-962-2873Our Florida hotline determines if information presented by callers com-plies with the mandates in law, and assists callers with information and referrals to enhance the safety and well-being of children and vulnera-ble adults.Report abuse, Medical health related, Mental health related, Crisis services, Family resources

ACCESS FloridaStatewide866-762-2237 • myflfamilies.com/Service-programs/access-florida-food-medical-assistance-castWe provide a toll-free number to apply for food stamps, Medicaid and temporary cash assistance.Medicare, Medicaid, Food stamps/WIC, Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities, etc.)

ACTS — Agency for Community Treatment Services4612 N. 56th St., Tampa, FL 33610 813-246-4899 • www.actsfl.orgACTS provides and manages a broad array of behavioral health ser-vices to include: prevention, acute care and stabilization, treatment and supportive services in the areas of substance abuse, co-occurring sub-stance abuse and mental illness, child protection, delinquency, criminal justice, housing, economic self-sufficiency and health and wellness.Mental health related, Substance related, Rehab facilities, Medicaid

Aging Care Advocates9280 Bay Plaza Blvd., Ste. 700, Tampa, FL [email protected] • agingcareadvocates.comAging Care Advocates, Inc. is a consulting team of care managers composed of master's-level social workers and gerontologists who are familiar with the resources and issues regarding seniors and their families. We provide advocacy, crisis intervention, comprehensive assessment, assistance with placement, referrals to other professionals, mediation and much more.Geriatric care managers, Medical health related, Crisis services, Bill pay services, Support groups, Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities, etc.), Elder services, Family resourcesEspañol

Al-Anon/AlateenHillsborough County, FL 813-881-9372We provide support, information and resources for substance abuse and shares website to locate services needed.Substance abuse, Support groupsFaith

Alcoholics Anonymous (24 hrs.)Hillsborough County, FL 813-933-9123We provide support and education for individuals who are suffering from addiction.Home health, Substance abuse, Support groupsFaith

All About Paws Pet Services, LLC10508 Sanford Road, Wimauma, FL 813-634-6215 • allaboutpawspetservices.com/All About Paws provides in-home pet sitting; dog walking; transporta-tion to the vet, park or groomer; dog training; and boarding. Animal services/rescue$$

Alpha House of Tampa201 S. Tampania Ave., Tampa, FL [email protected] • alphahouseoftampa.orgAlpha House of Tampa provides emergency maternity shelter and transitional housing to mothers parenting young children up to age 5.Homelessness related, Shelter for domestic violence victims, Parenting, Emergency shelters

Always Best Care ABC Transportation and Assistance1210 Millennium Parkway, Ste. 1034, Brandon, FL [email protected] • 803-403-1895alwaysbestcare.com/usa/fl/hillsborough-county/sun-city-transportationNow, our caregivers will be readily available in Sun City Center to help you get where you need to be within a few minutes of your call. Initially, we are providing our services in the afternoon and evening, during times of higher expected demand.Private fee-based transportation, Medical transportation$$

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Alzheimer’s Association — Florida Gulf Coast Chapter309 N. Parsons Ave., Brandon, FL [email protected] • 1-800-272-3900 •813-684-1296 for Brandonalz.org/flgulfcoast/in_my_community_contact.aspOur mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advance-ment of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.Respite care, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, Companion care, Support groups, Elder servicesEspañol

American Momentum Bank131 S. Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • americanmomentumbank.comFinancial InstitutionNetwork groups, Employment/career services, Bill pay services, Banking, Financial

American Pace11211 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa, FL [email protected] • 305-278-0200, Ext. 1031American Pace supports the mission of providing public assistance to qualifying low-income individuals and families while they transition to self-sufficiency from circumstances such as homelessness. American Pace pledges to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and econom-ically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency.Support groups, Immunizations, Medical health related, Health care providers, Medicare, Medicaid, Food stamps/WIC, Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities, etc.), Elder services, Family resources, Medical transportationEspañol

American Red Cross of Tampa Bay3310 W. Main St., Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-244-6056The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.Crisis services, Low income/affordable housing, Home repairs, Emergency shelters, Housing assistance (rent assistance), Utilities assistance, Self-help housing, Food bank, Food services, Service/leadership organizations, Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities, etc.), Family resourcesEspañol Vol

AMIkids5915 Benjamin Center Drive, Tampa, FL 33634 (HQ)4337 Saffold Road, Wimauma, FL 33598813-887-3300 • amikids.org/Located in Wimauma, AMIkids Y.E.S. empowers our kids through care and guidance to reach their inner potential. Even kids with a troubled past have the potential to achieve a bright future, and AMIkids Y.E.S. works every day to separate that past from a promising future.Tutoring, After school programs, Education providers for children (standard, charter, magnet, etc.), Adult education/GED, Low in-come/affordable housing, Emergency shelters

Animal Coalition of Tampa (ACT)1719 W. Lemon St., Tampa, FL 33606813-250-3900 • ACTampa.orgACT’s mission is to end euthanasia as a response to pet overpopulation by providing affordable spay and neuter surgeries. ACT also offers other reasonably priced wellness services in order to keep pets in their existing homes. Ask about the Neuter Scooter schedule. Animal services/rescue$$

AnimalLuvr’s Dream Rescue, Inc.P.O. Box 522, Riverview, FL [email protected] • animalluvrs.orgAnimalLuvr’s Dream Rescue seeks to rescue and care for dogs and cats that are critically ill and/or injured. Many of these animals are strays, abandoned, abused or neglected. We are dedicated to providing the medical care, basic needs, socialization and training needed to place them into loving permanent homes. Animal services/rescueEspañol Vol

Aston Gardens at The Courtyards231 Courtyards Blvd., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-633-2378 • AstonGardens.comWe are an independent living, assisted living and memory care senior living community with a family-oriented atmosphere and caring, supportive team members.Retirement communities, Assisted living facilities, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s$$

Bay Area Early StepsChildren’s Medical Service Blvd., 13101 N. Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa, FL 33612866-549-1740 • floridahealth.gov/AlternateSites/CMS-Kids/families/early_steps/early_steps.htmlEarly Steps is Florida’s early intervention system that offers services to eligible infants and toddlers (birth to 36 months) with significant delays or a condition likely to result in a developmental delay. Early interven-tion is provided to support families and caregivers in helping their child learn and develop. Support groupsEspañol

Bay Area Legal Services1302 N. 19th St., Suite 400, Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-232-1343, Ext. 107 • bals.org/Our lawyers, paralegals and support staff are dedicated to providing free civil legal services to qualified and low-income residents and nonprofit groups throughout the Tampa Bay area. Housing assistance (rent assistance), Legal advisors, Victim advocacy, Consumer fraud Español

Bayada Home Health Care129 S. Pebble Beach Blvd., Ste. 102, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-633-6800 • bayada.comBayada is a home health agency that provides assistive care, skilled care and mobile physicians.Respite care, Long-term care, Memory care/dementia/

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Belvedere Commons 758 Cortaro Drive, Sun City Center, FL 33573813-642-8400 • belvederecommonssuncitycenter.com/Belvedere Commons offers a vibrant assisted living and memory care community that provides companionship, comfort and a wide choice of amenities and activities that match individual interests.Respite care, Assisted living facilities, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s$$

Beth-El Farmworker Ministry, Inc.18240 U.S. 301 S., P.O. Box 860, Wimauma, FL [email protected] • 813-633-1548 • beth-el.orgSince 1976, the Beth-El Farmworker Ministry has provided encour-agement and assistance to farm workers and their extended families through open opportunities for worship, participation in Christian educational programs and secular programs with various partners in service.Report abuse, Medical health related, Counseling for domestic violence victims, Scholarships, Tutoring, After school programs, Education providers for children – (standard, charter, magnet, etc.), Adult education/GED, Family planning, Food bank, Food services, Nutrition, Congregate meal locations, Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities, etc.)Español Vol Faith l

Better Living Senior Services4511 N. Himes Ave., Ste. 200, Tampa, FL [email protected] • betterlivingseniorservices.comWe provide high-quality affordable home health care for the aged and disabled.Respite care, Long-term care, Companion care, Health care providers, Home health, Medicaid, H $$

Big Brothers-Big Sisters of Tampa Bay, Inc.711 S. Dale Mabry Hwy., Ste. 300, Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-769-3629 • bbbstampabay.orgOur mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and en-during, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever; and to strengthen our community through life-enriching mentoring relationships between volunteers and children.Service/leadership organizationsEspañol Vol

Boys and Girls Club of [email protected] • 727-327-6556 • bgca.org We provide an environment for young people to reach their full poten-tial as productive, caring, responsible citizens.Service/leadership organizationsVol

Boys TownNationwide800-448-3000 • boystown.orgWe provide children with a safe and caring environment where they build confidence and skills to become productive citizens.Service/leadership organizationsVol

Brandon Crisis Pregnancy Center, Inc. d/b/a LifeCare Network122 N. Moon Ave., Brandon, FL 33510813-654-0491 • LifeCareNetwork.netLifeCare Network is a community-based pregnancy care center located

in Brandon and Ruskin, providing services to ensure healthy births, pre-/post-pregnancy training and supportive care of baby and mother. Participants are provided with training, childbirth classes, pregnancy counseling and critical baby items, until baby’s first birthday. Service/leadership organizations, Family resources

Brandon Regional Hospital119 Oakfield Drive, Brandon, FL 33511813-681-5551Brandon Regional offers an array of services, including health and men-tal health services and inpatient care.Crisis services, Family planning, Health care providers, Hospitals, Emergency services, RX – prescription services/assistance, Medi-care, Medicaid, Residential/inpatient treatment, Outpatient treat-ment, Mental health service providers for consumers/clients $$

Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center405 Beverly Blvd., Brandon, FL [email protected] • 813-689-0908 • mybsac.orgBrandon Sports and Aquatic Center’s purpose is to enrich lives daily through superior educational and athletic programming that enhances physical, mental and spiritual well-being. We offer programs focused on youth and family development in aquatics, tennis, martial arts, after-school care, VPK, summer camps, intellectually disabled adults and more.After school/summer programs, Adult disabled services, Schol-arships, Tutoring, After school programs, Day treatment mental health services for adultsVol $$

C.A.R.E. Critter Adoption & Rescue Effort, Inc.1528 27th St. SE, Ruskin, FL [email protected] • 813-645-2273 • careshelter.orgC.A.R.E. is a 501(c)3 public charity; a no-kill animal shelter for neglect-ed, abused and unwanted cats and dogs with a mission to reduce the number of homeless and abandoned animals through adoption, steril-ization and education. Animal services/rescue

Calvary Lutheran Church1480 College Ave. E, Ruskin, FL 33573Calvary Lutheran’s Community Cupboard5309 N. U.S. 41, Apollo Beach, FL [email protected] • 813-641-7790 • calvarylutheranchurch.netFood pantry open 9-11 a.m. Tuesdays.We are called to live our faith through behavior that shares God’s un-conditional love with everyone we meet. This mission reflects the words "Go therefore and make disciples" (Matthew 28:19-20). We provide services to the SouthShore area, including self-help groups, Bible study, transportation assistance and more.Support groups, Public transportation, Medical transportation, Transportation, Food PantryEspañol Vol Faith l

Camelot Community Mental Health1410 Tech Blvd., Tampa, FL 33619813-635-9765We offer therapeutic foster care, child welfare services, behavioral health services, and in-home and outpatient counseling.Mental health related, Mental health for childrenEspañol

Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning CenterP.O. Box 507 (mail only), 4140 24th St. SE (physical only), Ruskin, FL [email protected] • 813-641-8545 • campbayou.org

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Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center is a 160-acre nature preserve open 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday-Saturday for passive recreational pursuits such as wildlife watching, nature photography and trail walks. Gener-al admission is free. Its managing nonprofit group, B.O.L.D., offers a range of pre-scheduled programs; check online calendar for details.Education providers for children (standard, charter, magnet, etc.)Vol

Campaign Against Human Trafficking1346 Emerald Dunes Drive, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-633-4647 • sccblueheart.org/Sun City Center Campaign Against Human Trafficking is focused on the sex trafficking of minor children, mostly girls, some as young as 12 years of age. Once taken into the sex trade, they have a life expec-tancy of only 7 years. SCC-CAHT formed to help bring awareness to this crime.Report abuse, Support groups

Cat Lovers Club of Sun City CenterP.O. Box 5772, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-442-3014 • CatLoversClub.orgIt is our mission to provide and promote education and activities for cat lovers in Sun City Center, and to provide cat food assistance to low-in-come, disabled and senior citizens.Animal services/rescue

Catholic Charities Mobile Medical ServicesSt. Anne Church, 106 11th Ave. NE, Ruskin, FL [email protected] • ccdosp.org/catholic-mobile-medical/Catholic Charities Mobile Medical Services works with volunteerphysicians and other health and social service professionals to provide free medical, health promotion and social services to the rural poor of eastern and southern Hillsborough County. Immunizations, Health care providersEspañol Vol Faith

Chabad of Brandon1578 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico, FL 33596discoveryrabbi@jewishbrandon813-571-8100 • jewishbrandon.comAt the Jewish Discovery Center, our goal is to create a menu of enjoy-able and meaningful Jewish experiences, from which people can select one of their liking — no strings attached. What will you discover?Faith

CHADD/Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit /Hyperactivity Disorder4601 Presidents Drive, Ste. 300, Lanham, MD 20706800-233-4050 • chadd.orgWe are a national nonprofit organization providing education, advo-cacy and support for individuals with ADD/ADHD. Automated phone service.Mental health for children, Support groupsVol

Child Care AwareNationwide800-424-2246 • childcareaware.orgWe are a nonprofit initiative committed to helping parents find the best information on locating quality child care and child care resources.Day care, Nursery care

Child Care Resource and ReferralNet Park, 5701 E. Hillsborough Ave., Ste. 2301, Tampa, FL 33610813-744-8942, Ext. 232elchc.org/early_learning_parent_resources.htmlWe offer services to families, child care providers and the community. A database of legally operating child care providers in our county is maintained by CCR&R, and generates free personalized listings of child

care and consumer information for any parent/guardian. Day care, After school/summer programsEspañol

Children’s Board Family Resource Center3032 College Ave., Ruskin, FL [email protected] • familysupporthc.orgThe philosophy of family support is part of a national movement that seeks to strengthen and empower families and communities so they can foster the best possible development of all individuals. Broad community partnerships are at the heart of service delivery and focus on child development, and health and safety.Immunizations, Parenting, Immunizations, NutritionEspañol

Children’s Medical Services13101 N. Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa, FL 33612 813-396-9743 • floridahealth.gov/alternatesites/cms-kids/index.htmlChildren’s Medical Services is a collection of programs for eligible children with special needs. Each one of our programs and services is family-centered and designed to help children with a variety of issues.Health care providers, Immunizations, RX – prescription services/assistance, Mental health for children

Children’s Board Heart Gallery of Tampa BayCamelot Community Care, Inc.5463 W. Waters Ave., Ste. 850, Tampa, FL 33634813-314-2021 • heartgallerytampabay.orgThe mission of the Children's Heart Gallery of Tampa Bay is to raise awareness of Tampa’s waiting foster children, engage the community in their welfare, and secure permanent, loving adoptive families.Adoptions

Children’s Home Society Statewide850-921-0772 • chsfl.orgWe direct a teen’s troubled life onto a new path of hope, provide a safe harbor for a child suffering from abuse, and reverse crisis situations so lives are changed for the better.Crisis services, Emergency shelters, Mental health for children

Children's Museum of Tampa, Inc.110 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-443-3861 • glazermuseum.orgThe mission of the Glazer Children’s Museum is to create learning environments where children play, discover, and connect to the world around them to develop as lifelong learners and leaders. After school/summer programs

Choices Women’s Center3018 E. College Ave., Ruskin, FL [email protected] • ChoicesWomensCenter.comOur faith-based women’s center provides free pregnancy tests, and


free ultrasounds if the client qualifies. We have an Earn While You Learn program in which clients learn details about their pregnancy, childbirth and parenting. We also have a baby boutique, which is stocked by community donations.Medical health related, Parenting, Medicaid, Nutrition, Life coachEspañol Vol Faith

Chrysalis Health 6800 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-443-4827Chrysalis Health is a comprehensive behavioral health care agency serving people of all ages. It is our mission to ensure our clients achieve optimal levels of well-being through the provision of compassionate, innovative and effective behavioral health and wellness services. Mental health service providers for consumers/clients, Mental health for children, Substance abuse

Community Care for the Elderly601 E. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33602813-272-5250We provide support and resources for the elderly.Adult day care, Respite care, Support groups

Community Stepping Stones, Inc.1101 E. River Cove St., Tampa, FL 33604813-932-1950 • CommunitySteppingStones.orgCommunity Stepping Stones (CSS) is a learning center, offering an out-of-school, arts-integrated curriculum designed to inspire, educate and mentor at-risk teens to become successful adults. CSS focuses on the needs of adolescents as they make the transition from childhood to adult responsibilities. After school/summer programs

Computer Mentors Group, Inc.2802 E. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Ste. F, Tampa, FL [email protected] • computermentors.orgComputer Mentors’ mission is to provide opportunities for education-al and employment success through bridging the technology divide for populations without sufficient economic resources, especially as it relates to children and youth.After school/summer programs, After school programs, Employ-ment/career servicesVol Faith $$

Consult-A-Nurse Healthcare Referral800-257-0944 • consult-a-nurse.comAt Consult-A-Nurse Healthcare Referral, it is our mission to provide you with the data necessary to build a solid health care foundation for you and your family. We are a group of affiliated facilities interconnected and working together as a team to offer the best health care services available.Medical health related, Health care providers, Hospitals, Rehab facilities, Home health, Hospice, Emergency services

Crimes Against the Elderly1409 N. Falkenburg Road, Room #4, Tampa, FL [email protected] • saltcouncil.org/index.htmlOur main focus is an effective partnership among service providers, seniors and law enforcement regarding crime and security issues as related to the elderly. Together we have formed a triad, which will work toward the reduction of crime and victimization of older persons, and provide assistance.Report abuse, Consumer fraud

Crisis Center of Tampa Bay2-1-1 • 211atyourfingertips.orgYou can dial 2-1-1 to receive free crisis counseling along with useful information and referrals 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Help is just a

phone call away. The Crisis Center’s 2-1-1 hotline also provides disaster information for Hillsborough County and serves as the statewide sub-stance abuse line for Florida.Medical health related, Substance related, Disaster related, Home-lessness related, Crisis services

Cypress Creek Assisted Living Residence970 Cypress Village Blvd., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-633-7777 • livewithus.com/index.htmlThis is a family - focused model based on the pride and experience of nearly 40 years of senior care and implemented through high staff-to-resident ratios. We make it our priority to enhance resident quality of life, provide enjoyment and the highest quality of care while making this their home. Respite care, Assisted living facilities, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s $$

DACCODrug Abuse Comprehensive Coordinating Office, Inc.4422 E. Columbus Drive, Tampa, FL 33605813-384-4000DACCO treats substance use disorders and any co-occurring mental health symptoms in men, women (including pregnant women) and youths. Nationally awarded for our comprehensive coordinated care, DACCO is a behavioral health organization with outpatient, residential and wraparound services to treat the whole person.Substance related, Crisis services, Support groups, Residential/in-patient treatment, Outpatient treatment, Substance abuseEspañol Faith

Department of Elder Affairs — Elder AbuseElder Abuse Hotline — 800-962-2873Elder Helpline — 800-963-5337 • ncea.aoa.govWe provide information about reporting elder abuse and resources for supports needed for the elderly.Report abuse, Crisis services, Legal advisors, Victim advocacy, Consumer fraud, Elder services

Dept. of Veterans Affairs Regional Benefit OfficeDisabled Veterans Chapter 1101002 Cherry Hills Drive, Sun City Center, FL 33573813-352-2764, 813-260-3692 or 813-642-0302davscc.wordpress.comWe provide a free shuttle van to James A. Haley Veterans Hospital for morning VA medical center doctor and lab appointments Monday through Friday. Reservation required seven days in advance of appoint-ment. Also, provides free veteran’s service officer support to all vet-erans and spouses seeking information or assistance with benefits or status re-evaluation. Financial, TransportationH

Downsizeology, LLC3103 81st Court E., Bradenton, FL [email protected] • 941-981-0160 • downsizeology.com Downsizeology is a full-service company offering older adults reloca-tion and estate liquidation, estate sales, senior moving and downsizing estate sales.Senior move services, estate liquidation, estate sale and junk removal, Downsizing assistance$$

EA FitnessP.O. Box 1344, Riverview, FL [email protected] • 813-321-8755 • eafitness.org

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EA Fitness is a premier personal training organization specializing in at-home training services. We focus on general fitness, weight management and, particularly, geriatric exercise programs. Our cus-tomized individual exercise programs are conducted in the individ-ual’s home or community facility, with supportive and encouraging personal trainers.Medical health related, Limited mobility, Rehab facilities, Home health$$

ECHO of Brandon (Emergency Care Help Organization) 507 N Parsons Ave, Brandon, FL 33510http://echofl.org/ • 813-685-0935ECHO Brandon FL provides immediate relief in the forms of food, clothing and household items to those residents of Eastern Hillsbor-ough County that have experienced a recent emergency. Since its inception in 1987, ECHO FL has assisted over 180,000 individuals, over half of whom were children, with the basic life necessities. When fam-ilies experience an unexpected emergency, they are often faced with the decision paying the bills or buying food for their families.

Eckerd Community AlternativeStatewide813-225-1105, Ext. 1270 in TampaThe Eckerd mission is to provide and share solutions that promote the well-being of children and families in need of a second chance. Our vision is to ensure that each child has the opportunity to succeed.Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities, etc.), Family resources

Elder Justice CenterGeorge E. Edgecomb Courthouse800 E. Twiggs St., Room 481, Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-276-2726fljud13.org/CourtPrograms/ElderjusticeCenter/The Elder Justice Center is a court program that primarily helps persons age 60 or older who are involved in the court system because of guardianship, criminal, family or other civil matters.Legal advisors, Immigration, Victim advocacy, Guardian, Consumer fraud, Children’s advocates, Guardian ad litem, Adoptions

Eldercare Locator800-677-1116 • eldercare.gov/eldercare.net/Public/Index.aspxThe Eldercare Locator, a public service of the Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is a nationwide service that connects older Americans and their caregivers with information on senior services.Assisted living facilities, Long-term care, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, Rehab facilities, Home health, Low income/affordable housing, Food services, Legal advisors, Elder services

Elite Scholar Academy3626 Henderson Blvd., Tampa, FL [email protected] • elitescholaracademy.comElite Scholar Academy is a three-day-a-week private school for K through 12th grade, providing a superior education with a family focus. We also provide academic consulting for parents, and tutoring and executive skills coaching for students.Parenting, Tutoring, After school programs, Education providers for children (standard, charter, magnet, etc.)$$

Enterprising Latinas, Inc.7520 W. Waters Ave., Tampa, FL [email protected] • enterprisinglatinas.orgOurs is a community organization that supports the economic develop-ment and security of low-income women in the community.Network groups, Employment/career services, Supportive work programs, Credit counseling, Financial advisors, Investments, Ser-vice/leadership organizationsEspañol Vol

Family Health Line of FloridaStatewide800-451-2229211bigbend.net/contact-family-health-line-counselor.htmlWe help pregnant women access prenatal care and substance abuse treatment during pregnancy, and provide information on helpful com-munity resources. All calls are confidential and answered by trained counselors.Parenting, Health care providers, Nutrition, Substance abuse, Family resources

Farmworker Career Development Program3218 San Jose Mission Drive, Dover, FL [email protected] • 813-757-9480Our organization provides adult, educational and vocational services to residents of Plant City, Ruskin and Wimauma.Employment/career services, Supportive work programs, Vocation-al rehabilitationEspañol

Firehouse Cultural Center101 First Ave. NE, Ruskin, FL [email protected] • firehouseculturalcenter.orgFirehouse Cultural Center offers quality programming with a focus on the arts, and on education for all ages. Center programs encourage participation, engagement, discovery and learning. Firehouse Culteral Center will offer experiential connections to the arts and to the unique history, culture and natural environment of the south county region.After school/summer programs, Scholarships, After school pro-grams, Employment/career services, Service/leadership organiza-tions

First Calvary Family Life Ministry5610 E. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Tampa, FL [email protected] • fcfltampa.com/First Calvary Family Life Ministry is a nonprofit 501(c)3 Christian orga-nization seeking assistance with donated toys for families in need. In addition to religious services, our services include a food bank, cash assistance as a DCF Partnering facility, fundraisers, meals and much more. Support groups, Homelessness related, Social Security, Employ-ment/career services, Supportive work programs, Medicaid, Mar-ketplace (ObamaCare), Food bank, Food services, Food stamps/WIC, Immigration, Service/leadership organizationsEspañol Vol Faith $$

First Christian Church1707 33rd St. SE, Ruskin, FL 33570813-419-4930 • firstchristiansuncitycenter.com

FirstLight HomeCare10037 Water Works Lane, Riverview, FL [email protected] 813-677-2047 • firstlighthomecare.comFirstLight HomeCare represents a new way of helping adults of all ages enjoy the best quality of life possible by offering nonmedical in-home care whenever they need it, wherever they call home. Services range from postsurgery recovery care to respite and companion care.Respite care, Long-term care, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, Companion care, Report abuse, Network groups, Low vision, Hearing loss, Limited mobility, Adult disabled services, Employ-ment/career services, Bill pay services, Report scams/abuse, Health care providers, Home health, RX – prescription services/assistance, Medicaid, Crisis services, Service/leadership organizations, Elder services, Private, Fee-based, transportation, Service organizations Español H $$

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Florida Department of EducationDivision of Vocational Rehabilitation510 Vonderburg Drive, Ste. 307, Brandon, FL [email protected] • 813-653-7090VR is a federal-state program that helps people who have physical or mental disabilities obtain and/or maintain employment.Employment/career services, Supportive work programs, Vocation-al rehabilitation, Mental health service providers for consumers/clientsVol $$

Florida Department of Health Joyce Ely Health Center (WIC Only)205 14th Ave, SE, Ruskin, FL [email protected] • 813-307-8074hillsborough.floridahealth.gov/locations/index.htmlWIC is a federally funded nutrition program for women, infants and children and provides the following at no cost: healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support and referrals for health care.Food services, Nutrition

Florida Hospital Tampa3100 E. Fletcher Ave., Tampa, FL 33613-4613813-971-6000We offer an array of health and outpatient therapy services.Health care providers, Hospitals, Emergency services, Medicare, Medicaid, Outpatient treatment$$

Florida KidCareStatewide800-299-9264We offer health insurance for children from birth to age 18.Health care providers, Medicare, Medicaid

Florida KidCare - St. Joseph’s Children’s [email protected] • 813-270-6523 healthykids.org/documents/marketing/Florida-Kidcare-Community-Partners-2-2015.pdfFlorida KidCare outreach grantees are tasked with providing targeted innovative activities, ideas and methods to facilitate the enrollment and retention of enrollees. This is accomplished by promoting the Florida KidCare program, helping families navigate the Florida KidCare appli-cation process, and recruiting and training local organizations to assist with outreach.Immunizations, Health care providers, Hospitals, Immunizations

Florida Substance Abuse HotlineStatewide800-662-4357We provide access via telephone for support regarding addiction issues.Substance abuse, Support groups

Florida Veterans Support LineCrisis Center of Tampa BayOne Crisis Center Plaza, Tampa, FL [email protected] • 844-693-5838 • crisiscenter.com By calling the Florida Veterans Support Line, veterans in Tampa Bay will be able to talk with a fellow veteran who truly understands the difficul-ties of transitioning back to civilian life. Working in conjunction with the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs, the program offers information, referrals, advocacy and ongoing support. Mental health related, Crisis services, Mental health

Florida Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Program,Office of Early Learning, Florida Department of Education250 Marriott Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32399Toll-Free: 866-357-3239 • elchc.org/vpk_parent.html

VPK is a program to enroll your 4 year-old into Pre-Kindergarten Pro-gram. All you need is a working e-mail address, and an ability to scan and upload proof of your child’s date of birth and Florida residency. Once approved, l you print out your VPK Certificate of Eligibility and take it to your chosen approved VPK provider.

Fossil Museum4140 24th St. SE, Ruskin, FL [email protected] • 813-994-4540 • paleopreserve.comThis uniquely Floridian fossil museum offers a variety of programs,including fossil digs, lectures and field trips. Nominal fee for certain services.After school/summer programs

Gannon University105 Commercial Center Drive, Ruskin, FL [email protected] • 814-602-1326 • gannon.eduGannon is a Catholic, diocesan university dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship and service. Our faculty and staff prepare stu-dents to be global citizens through programs grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and professional specializations. We offer a compre-hensive learning experience that emphasizes faith, leadership, inclusive-ness and social responsibility.Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, After school/summer pro-grams, Low vision, Hearing loss, Limited mobility, Adult disabled services, Autism, Vocational rehabilitation, After school programs, Employment/career services, Family planning, Rehab facilities, Home health, Support groups, Residential/inpatient treatment, Outpatient treatment, Day treatment mental health services for adults, Mental health for children, Substance abuse, Service/leader-ship organizations, Mental health, Medical Vol Faith

Gentiva14497 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Ste. 220N, Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-961-8446 • gentiva.comWe provide skilled home health care–RN, PT, OT, MSW, ST–plus a fall risk-reduction program with vestibular-trained therapists, a cardiopul-monary program, medication management, wound care and disease management.Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, Medical health related, Limited mobility, Health care providers, Home health, Medicare, Service/leadership organizations, Elder services, Medical H

GFWC Sun City Center Woman’s ClubP.O. Box 5434, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-938-4398 • sccwomansclub.orgOurs is a service organization that can provide money, goods and/or (group) womanpower.Service/leadership organizationsVol

Glazer Children’s Museum of Tampa, Inc.110 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-443-3861 • glazermuseum.orgThe mission of the Glazer Children’s Museum is to create learning environments where children play, discover and connect to the world around them to develop as lifelong learners and leaders. After school/summer programs

Good Samaritan Mission1490 Balm-Wimauma Road, Balm, FL 33530813-634-7136 • gsmission.orgFood pantry and cooking/nutrition classes.Food bank, NutritionFaith

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Gracepoint5707 N. 22nd St., Tampa, FL 33610813-272-2244 • gracepointwellness.orgAt Gracepoint, adults and children and their families have access to 26 board-certified psychiatrists and therapeutic specialists at 26 locations throughout Tampa Bay. Gracepoint’s mission is educating, advocating for and giving hope to people affected by behavioral health and devel-opmental challenges. Mental health related, Substance related, Disaster related, Home-lessness related, Crisis services, Emergency services, Low income/affordable housing, Outpatient treatment, Mental health service providers for consumers/clients, Mental health for children, Mental health supported housing, Substance abuse, Crisis servicesEspañol $$

Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce10012 Water Works Lane, Riverview, FL [email protected] • RiverviewChamber.comWe serve to create a family environment that ensures the success of our community, our businesses and our members.Network groups, Chambers of commerce$$

Gulf Coast Jewish Family & Community Services Woman to Woman225 W. Busch Blvd., Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-930-7103, Ext. 303W2W works with pregnant teens and teen mothers. Teens work with a Nurturing Parenting Curriculum and ASQ-3 evaluations. We help them complete their education.ParentingEspañol

HART (Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority)1211 N. Marion St., Tampa, FL 336024305 E. 21st Ave., Tampa, [email protected] • 813-254-4278 • gohart.orgHART serves the people of Hillsborough County with affordable public transportation. Our services are designed with today’s commuter in mind, from convenient bus services and in-town trolleys to money-saving vanpools, park-and-ride services and more. Support groups, Private, Fee-based, Public transportationTransportationEspañol $$

Head Start/Early Head Start Program3639 W. Waters Ave., Ste. 500, Tampa, FL 33614813-272-5140 • hillsboroughcounty.org/headstartHillsborough County low-income children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age and their families, including those with special needs and pregnant mothers, are provided early childhood and prenatal education, family medical, dental, mental health, nutrition and social services. Retirement communities, Parenting, Education providers for chil-dren – (standard, charter, magnet, etc.) Español

Healthy Start Coalition 2806 N. Armenia Ave. Ste. 100, Tampa, FL 33607healthystartcoalition.org • 813-233-2800Healthy Families Hillsborough is a voluntary home-visiting program for pregnant woman or families with a newborn less than 2 weeks of age. Families are asked to commit to weekly home visits for the first six months and can remain in the program for up to five years.Parenting, Family resourcesEspañol

Hearing Loss Association of AmericaSun City Center Chapter1239 Del Webb Blvd. W., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-633-7560 • hla-scc.comHLAA Sun City Center Chapter strives to educate the community about hearing loss and resources that are available to them.Support groups, Hearing loss, VolunteerH

Higher Aspirations Behavior Services, LLC10722 Standing Stone Drive, Wimauma, FL 33598813-260-3139 • habs-exceeds.orgWe seek to provide effective treatment using applied behavior analysis (ABA). ABA is a research-based and data-driven field that applies inter-ventions to improve socially significant behaviors. We conduct function-al assessments and thereby develop behavioral interventions.Respite care, Companion care, Mental health related, Autism, Health care providers, Mental health service providers for consum-ers/clients, Mental health for childrenFaith

Hillsborough Community College — Fire Academy5610 E. Columbus Drive, Tampa, FL 33619813-253-7628 • hccfl.edu/yc/fire-academy.aspxWe provide fire department training and information.Adult education/GED, Employment/career services$$

Hillsborough Community College 9-11 Public Safety Telecom2112 N. 15th St., Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-253-7799 • hccfl.eduWe provide training for 9-11 jobs.Adult education/GED, Employment/career services$$

Hillsborough Community College Criminal Justice Institute2002 N. 17th St., Tampa, FL 33605813-253-7676 • hccfl.edu/cjiWe provide basic, advanced, specialized and career development training to law enforcement, probation and correctional officers.Adult education/GED, Employment/career services$$

Hillsborough Community CollegeSecurity Guard • HCC SouthShore Campus551 24th St. NE, Ruskin, FL 33570813-253-7611 • hccfl.edu/cjiWe provide security guard training.Adult education/GED, Employment/career services$$

Hillsborough County Aging Services601 E. Kennedy Blvd., 16th Floor, Tampa, FL [email protected] • Hillsboroughcounty.org\agingHillsborough County Aging Services provides in-home services, meals, and adult day services to citizens 60+ residing in Hillsborough County, based on needs and eligibility. Aging Services provides active seniors 50+ with wellness activities, nutritional education, lectures, etc. in senior and dining centers throughout the county. Adult day care, Respite care, Congregate meal locations, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, Companion care, Food services, Elder servicesEspañol Vol

Hillsborough County Aging Services Ruskin Senior Center905 6th St. SE, Ruskin, FL 33570

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Hillsborough County Aging Services Wimauma Senior Center5714 North St., Wimauma, FL 33598813-671-7672 • hillsboroughcounty.org/calendar.aspx?CID=79Senior Day Care, Adult day care$$

Hillsborough County Children’s Services Department201 W. 14th Ave. SE, Ruskin, FL 335703191 Clay Mangum Lane, Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-264-3807, Ext. 53112; 813-613-1092 • hillsboroughcounty.orgThe Children’s Services Department provides family and individual counseling for youths age 7-17, free of charge. This program helps chil-dren stay on the right path and avoid juvenile delinquency by providing counseling and support.Mental health related, Counseling for domestic violence victims, Shelter for domestic violence victims, Parenting, Residential/inpatient treatment, Outpatient treatment, Mental health service providers for consumers/clients, Mental health for children, Support groupsEspañol

Hillsborough County Consumer and Veteran's Services Department311 Pauls Drive, Ste. 100, Brandon, FL [email protected] • hillsboroughcounty.org/veteransand hillsboroughcounty.org/consumerHillsborough County’s Consumer and Veteran's Services Department serves as a single point of contact for assisting veterans and their families in accessing federal, state and local benefits. The office staff supports veterans’ activities in the county and connects veterans to useful resources, whether living in assisted living facilities, nursing homes or private residences.Report scams/abuse, Consumer fraudEspañol H

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue2709 E. Hanna Ave., Tampa, FL 33610813-272-6600 • hillsboroughcounty.org/index.aspx?nid=114HCFR provides fire prevention inspections, fire investigations, fire safe-ty programs and safety training to the public. We support Fire Rescue in providing life safety and fire safety education. We also install smoke alarms free of charge in homes that need them. Fire Rescue has certi-fied paramedic firefighters on most units to ensure that advanced life support arrives on the scene of a medical emergency, even if a rescue unit has not yet arrived.Disaster related, Fire rescue

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue Foundation2709 E. Hanna Ave., Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-209-0097 • hcfrfoundation.orgDisaster related, Hearing loss, Autism, Fire rescue, Emergency services

Hillsborough County Housing Rehabilitation Program813-672-7889 • flhome.orgLow-income Hillsborough County residents have the opportunity to ap-ply for financial assistance to correct housing violations with repairs that meet the minimum housing standards of Hillsborough County. Financial assistance is provided in the form of 0% interest loans and grants.Home repairsEspañol

Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center440 N. Falkenburg Road, Tampa, FL 33619

813-744-5660 • hillsboroughcounty.org/animalservicesThe Pet Resource Center is responsible for the humane treatment of animals and public safety within Hillsborough County. The Pet Resource Center is the only open-admission facility in the county. We accept domestic animals regardless of breed, size or medical condition.

Hillsborough County Public SchoolsBefore and After School, Summer Care901 E. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33602813-272-4000 • sdhc.k12.fl.us/departments/101/h-o-s-t-before-and-after-care-programs/about/This program’s goal is to provide the physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth and development children need in order to be successful. These affordable after-school programs are held before and after school at 148 elementary and middle schools. Available for kinder-garten through eighth grade; a snack is provided.After school/summer programs, After school programs

Hillsborough County Public Schools Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program Seminole AudiologyDoby Elementary School, 6720 Covington Garden Drive, Apollo Beach, FL • 813-276-5561For infants through grade 12, we offer comprehensive hearing aid checks and hearing evaluations, including hearing acuity; middle and inner ear function; fitting and monitoring FM equipment for eligible Hill-sborough County Public School students; and consultation with parents and school personnel regarding hearing needs. Hearing lossEspañol

Hillsborough County Social Services201 14th Ave. SE, Ruskin, FL [email protected] • hillsboroughcounty.org/index.aspx?NID=281The Social Services Department provides comprehensive case man-agement as well as stabilization services to low-income residents of Hillsborough County. The department’s mission is to improve the quality of life of Hillsborough County’s most vulnerable citizens by pro-moting self-sufficiency through interactive service delivery and strategic partnerships.Report abuse, After school/summer programs, Disaster related, Homelessness related, Scholarships, After school programs, Adult education/GED, Low income/affordable housing, Housing assis-tance (rent assistance), Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities, etc.), Elder services, Family resourcesEspañol

Hispanic Services Council2902 N. Armenia Ave., Ste. 201, Tampa, FL [email protected] • hispanicservicescouncil.orgHispanic Services Council is a community-based organization working to improve the quality of life of all Hillsborough County residents by promoting academic success of children and youth, preparing indi-viduals to excel in today’s workforce, supporting the development of healthy communities and promoting leadership and engagement among Latinos.Support groups, Network groups, After school/summer programs, Social Security, Parenting, Financial advisors, Food stamps/WIC, Immigration, Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities, etc.), Fam-ily resourcesEspañol Vol Faith

Home Economics — Own Your Future800-569-4287 • whud.gov/news/homeeconomics.pdfWe provide education and guidance for individuals to manage their money and have the option of preparing for home ownership. Services are provided in English and Spanish.Adult education/GED, Banking, Credit counseling, Financial advi-sors, Real estate services, Self-help housingEspañol


Homewood Residence at Freedom Plaza 3910 Galen Court, Sun City Center, FL 33573813-633-4340brookdale.com/communities/homewood-at-freedom-plaza/Homewood at Sun City Center is a Sun City Center Florida Assisted Living community that also provides Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Other care options are available on the Freedom Plaza campus.Assisted living facilities, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, Support groups$$

Hope Fund for Children2105 New Bedford Drive, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-634-4268 • The-Hope-Fund.orgThe Hope Fund, an after-school program of mentors, tutors and read-ers, helps underserved children in Wimauma. We have an art and music program, a Kids Marathon and a Kids Kafe, as well as a Second Step Program, a chess program, and a drug- and sex-education program.Chambers of commerce, Report abuse, After school/summer pro-grams, Parenting, Scholarships, Tutoring, After school programs, Service/leadership organizationsEspañol Vol

Humane Society3607 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa, FL [email protected] • humanesocietytampa.orgThe Humane Society of Tampa Bay is dedicated to ending animal homelessness and providing care and comfort for companion animals in need, and offers low cost spay/neuter services. There are no income requirements to have your pet sterilized at our clinic.Animal services/rescue

Inspired Living at Sun City Center1320 33rd St. SE, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-922-1821We are an assisted living facility specializing in memory care.Respite care, Assisted living facilities, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, Health care providers, RX – prescription services/assistance, Support groups, Food services, Nutrition, Medical transportationEspañol $$

James A. Haley Veterans Hospital13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa, FL 33612813-972-2000 • tampa.va.govSuicide prevention 1-800-273-8255We offer an array of health care services for veterans.Housing, Mental health, Medical, Financial, Transportation, Service organizationsH

JSA Medical Group Activity Center787 Cortaro Drive, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-419-5020 • jsahealthcare.comJSA provides various cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, stability and control exercises through dance classes, yoga, tai chi and keyboard lessons.Service/leadership organizations, Elder servicesEspañol Vol

Judeo Christian Health Clinic4118 N. MacDill Ave., Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-870-0395 • judeochristianhealthclinic.org

The nonprofit Judeo Christian Health Clinic provides health care for limited-income residents of Hillsborough County who do not qualify for other health care coverage and cannot afford to purchase health care coverage privately. The clinic covers primary and specialty care, inpatient and outpatient treatment, pharmaceuticals, and basic dental and vision. Health care providers, Hospitals, Immunizations, Rehab facilities, Home health, Hospice, Emergency services, RX – prescription services/assistance

Kindred Hospital Bay Area — Tampa4555 S. Manhattan Ave., Tampa, FL 33611-2305813-839-6341 • khtampa.comKindred Hospital provides aggressive, specialized interdisciplinary care to medically complex patients who require extended recovery time.Health care providers, Hospitals, Medicare, Medicaid$$

Kiwanis of SouthShore813-938-1286A service leadership organization that provides incentives for good citizenship through its Terrific Kids programsAs well as leadership opportunities for students through our Builders Club, Key Clubs, and Circle K at the college level. Students receive op-portunities to learn and use new leadership skills throughout the year.money is raised throughout the year that is used for higher learning scholarships as well as to pay for leadership conferences for students. Every penny raised goes back to the community none of the raised money goes to administrative costs.

La Leche League800-525-3243 • LLLUSA.orgOur 24-hour toll-free breastfeeding helpline provides telephone coun-seling, referrals and extensive information on breastfeeding.

Lennard Adult School2342 E. Shell Point Road, Ruskin, Fl 33570813-658-2075Classes offered include GED classes, ACT test prep courses and ESOL — in English and Spanish.Adult education/GEDEspañol

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LIFE Center of the Suncoast6811 N. Central Ave., Tampa, FL [email protected] 813-237-3114 • lifecenteroftampa.orgThe LIFE Center of the Suncoast, Inc. is a nonprofit organization ded-icated to providing counseling to those grieving the death of a loved one, to victims of traumatic crime, and to those who are suffering seri-ous illness. Our mission is to provide support and education in a healing environment.Support groups$$

LifePath Hospice3723 Upper Creek Drive, Ruskin, FL [email protected] • 813-394-3231 • alt. 813-642-1900chaptershealth.org/services/hospiceHospice care focuses on symptom management, allowing individuals facing life-limiting illnesses to die as they lived their lives — in comfort, at peace and in control of their care and surroundings. It is primarily provided in the home — whether home is a house or a long-term care facility.Long-term care, Companion care, Support groups, Hospice

Lighthouse Gospel Mission7211 S. 78th St., Riverview, FL 33568813-677-5220Food pantry, Food bankFaith

Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute at USF for Autism and Related Disabilities13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., MHC2113A, Tampa, FL 33612813-974-2532 • card-usf.fmhi.usf.eduA community-based program, CARD provides information and con-sultation to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. CARD serves children and adults of all levels of intellectual function and offers instruction and coaching to families and professionals through a training and assistance program.Life coachEspañol

Loyal Order of Moose — Lodge 2158P.O. Box 968, Gibsonton, FL 33534mooseintl.org • 813-677-7921The Moose organization contributes community service through mon-etary donations, volunteer hours worked and miles driven annually. In addition to Mooseheart and Moosehaven, the Moose fraternity’s Heart of the Community effort offers programs like Tommy Moose, which helps children overcome fears and anxiety during times of stress.After school/summer programs, After school programs, Service/leadership organizations

Mary & Martha House1009 First St. SW, Ruskin, FL [email protected] • 813-645-7874 P.O. Box 1251, Ruskin, FL 33572marymarthahouse.org • 813-641-7027We are a residential shelter facility serving Hillsborough County, provid-ing emergency and transitional housing and support services to homeless women, victims of domestic violence and their dependent children so that they will gain employment and successfully transition to permanent housing.Report abuse, Homelessness related, Counseling for domestic violence victims, Shelter for domestic violence victims, Parenting, Tutoring, Crisis services, Employment/career services, Credit coun-seling, Emergency shelters, Nutrition, Victim advocacy, Children’s advocates, Life coach, Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities,

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Mary Petro Fund1501 La Jolla Ave., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-634-8306 • uccsuncitycenter.org/Administered through United Community Church, the program is open to legal residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point who desperately need assistance with the cost of food and/or medicine. Payments may only bemade to the providers of food and/or medicine, not to individuals.RX – prescription services/assistance, Food bank, Food services, Nutrition

Memorial Hospital of Tampa2901 W. Swann Ave., Tampa, FL 33609813-873-6400 • memorialhospitaloftampa.comA range of services is provided, including health and psychiatric services.Crisis services, Health care providers, Hospitals, Rehab facilities, Emergency services, Medicare, Medicaid, Residential/inpatient treatment, Outpatient treatment, Mental health service providers for consumers/clients, Mental health for children$$

Men’s Club of Sun City Center102 Cherry Hills Drive, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-633-7091 • sccmensclub.orgWe invite the men of the Sun City Center area to join with us for fellow-ship. Our organization provides a lifeline to our community along with monthly meetings and support groups.Retirement communities, Support groupsEspañol

Metro Wellness and Community Centers1315 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-232-3808 • metrotampabay.orgMetro Wellness and Community Centers is committed to providing quality health and wellness services that are inclusive, relevant and sup-portive. The centers provide comprehensive HIV services and medical care, social activities, classes, support groups, counseling, health and fitness programs, youth programs, substance abuse programs, senior programs and behavioral health services.Support groups, Substance abuse

Migrant Program Hillsborough County Schools7710 Old Big Bend Road, Gibsonton, FL [email protected] • 813-671-5134, Ext. 289sdhc.k12.fl.us/doc/1050/migrant/about/about-65/The Migrant Education Program serves migrant workers’ children ages 3 through 21 and their families. Supplemental services include identifi-cation and recruitment, advocacy, health and social services, academic support, parental involvement and family literacy. Services are provid-ed to eligible students based on the availability of funds, priority for service and need. After school/summer programs, Tutoring, After school programs, Education providers for children (standard, charter, magnet, etc.)Español

Military Family Support Trust1010 American Eagle Blvd., #301, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-634-4675 • mobc-online.orgWe support military men and women with funds from individuals and organizations.Scholarships, Housing assistance (rent assistance), Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities, etc.), Housing, Financial, Service organi-zationH

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We provide free confidential telephone, online and in-person counsel-ing opportunities to active-duty, guard and reserve members and their families. Services are designed to help short-term, nonmedical issues.Mental healthH

My Warrior’s Place101 22nd St. NW, Ruskin, FL [email protected] • 813-321-0880 • mywarriorsplace.orgWe are a retreat center providing a safe harbor and special programs designed to promote healing of the mind and spirit for our veterans, military service members and first responders.Housing, Mental healthH

Narcotics Anonymous Hillsborough County, FL 813-879-4357We provide access via telephone for resources and support for individu-als suffering from addiction.Substance abuse, Support groupsFaith

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)Hillsborough Florida11806 S. U.S. 41 S., Gibsonton, FL [email protected] • namihillsborough.orgWe provide support, education and advocacy for people struggling with mental health issues. Check our website or our Facebook page to learn about our many programs. All of our programming is free to the public.Mental health related, Substance related, Homelessness related,

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National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Childcare and Early Education800-598-5437 • nrckids.orgWe provide referrals to local agencies for child care information.Network groups, Day careNational Resource Directory (a tri-agency initiative among the departments of Defense, Labor and Veterans Affairs) ebenefits.vagov/ebenefits/nrd/suggest-resourceWe offer a federal government website that connects wounded war-riors, service members, veterans, families and caregivers to thousands of services and programs at the national, state and local levels to sup-port them during their recovery, rehabilitation and re-integration. Housing, Mental health, Medical, Financial, Transportation, Service organizationsEspañol H

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline800-273-8255Our suicide hotline is open 24/7.Medical health related, Mental health related, Substance related, Disaster related, Homelessness related, Crisis servicesEspañol Vol

Northside Mental Health Center12512 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa, FL 33612(813) 977-8700Welcome to Northside Mental Health Center. Our mission is to provide affordable, high quality behavioral health services that promote preven-tion and support role recovery and resiliency for the citizens of Hillsbor-ough County in order to improve the quality of life and to prevent or minimize the need for long term hospitalization.

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Nurse on Call Home Health100 Third Ave. W., Ste. 200, Bradenton, FL [email protected] • 914-748-6020 • nurseoncallfl.comNurse on Call is a Medicare-certified home health agency providing a full spectrum of services, including nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work and home health aid.Health care providers, Home health, Medicare, Family resources

Opportunity Plus for Minority Student Success, Inc.P.O. Box 3318, Apollo Beach, FL 33572We provide educational and financial services, such as scholarships to minority students, in the Apollo Beach area.Scholarships, Tutoring, After school programs, Education providers for children (standard, charter, magnet, etc.), Secondary schoolsEspañol

Order of the Eastern Star of Florida 14 — Manatee1645 Sun City Center Plaza, Unit 5, Sun City Center, FL 33571trowel.com/flamason/oes.htmEastern Star is a social order composed of persons with deep religious convictions and spiritual values, but is not a religion. The organization raises charitable donations for various initiatives and projects in the area that benefit all ages.Service/leadership organizations, Mental health, Medical, FinancialEspañol H Vol Faith

Order of the Eastern Star of Florida 81 — Plant City1010 American Eagle Blvd., Sun City Center, FL 33573Eastern Star is a social order composed of persons with deep religious convictions and spiritual values, but is not a religion. The organization raises charitable donations for various initiatives and projects in the area that benefit all ages.Service/leadership organizations, Mental health, Medical, Financial, Service organizationsH Vol Faith

Ott’s Off Leash Dog Sanctuary2109 SE Third Ave., Ruskin, FL 33570ottsoffleashdogsanctuary.comThe sanctuary’s mission is to provide an open area of natural beauty for dogs to play, and those who love animals to gather for relaxation and exercise, while enjoying serenity within the spirit of love and peace.Animal services/rescueVol

Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Migrant Mission16650 U.S. 301, Wimauma, FL [email protected] • 813-741-2000 • ourladyspantry.comThe pantry provides food relief for needy residents of Balm, Wimauma and Sun City Center. We provide about 200 big boxes of groceries to families on Saturday mornings between 7:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Fami-lies come every other week; more than 1,200 families are registered.Food bankVol Faith l

Pacifica Senior Living of Sun City3855 Upper Creek Drive, Sun City, FL [email protected] • Pacificaseniorliving.comPacifica Senior Living is a beautiful, friendly environment that offers assisted living, memory care and respite care. It is ideal for those who need help but want to enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. Our dedicated staff provides 24-hour assistance, ensuring residents enjoy freedom of

choice, dignity and the comforts of home. Respite care, Retirement communities, Assisted living facilities, Congregate meal locations, Long-term care, Memory care/demen-tia/Alzheimer’s, Support groups, Network groups, Chambers of commerce, Better Business Bureau, Medical health related, Low vision, Hearing loss, Health care providers, Home health, Hospice, Elder services, Housing Español H

Palm Garden of Sun City Center3850 Upper Creek Drive, Sun City Center, FL 33573813-633-2875palmgarden.com/location/palm-garden-of-sun-city-center/Our mission is to create a compassionate environment for each person entrusted to our care and to inspire hope and healing by helping those individuals achieve their highest level of physical, emotional and spiritu-al well-being.Rehab facilities$$

Parent Booster USA, Inc.Eisenhower Chorus Booster Club7620 Old Big Bend Road, Gibsonton, FL 33534parentbooster.org/The only organization of its kind in the U.S., Parent Booster USA (PBU-SA) helps school-support organizations (parent teacher organizations, high school booster clubs and other school fundraising groups) handle the state and federal government paperwork required of fundraising groups. PBUSA handles the paperwork so you don’t have to.Parenting, Scholarships, Tutoring, After-school programs, Edu-cation providers for children (standard, charter, magnet, etc.), Secondary schools

Parents & Children Advance Together (PCAT)8405 N. 11th St., Tampa, FL [email protected] • pcatliteracyministries.orgWe offer an after-school literacy program for underserved children and families. Free program focuses on ages 5-7.After school/summer programs, After school programs, Education providers for children (standard, charter, magnet, etc.)

Phoenix Houses of FloridaHillsborough County, FL 813-881-1000We offer outpatient counseling and treatment for substance abuse and co-ocurring mental health issues, for teens and adults.Outpatient treatment, Day treatment mental health services for adults, Mental health for children, Substance abuse$$

Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc. - South Tampa TitansP.O. Box 13377, Riverview, FL 33569popwarner.com/The mission of Pop Warner Little Scholars is to enable young people to benefit from participation in team sports and activities in a safe and structured environment. Through this active participation, Pop Warner programs teach fundamental values, skills and knowledge that young people will use throughout their lives.Scholarships, After school programs Respite care, Companion care, After school/summer programs, Tutoring, After school programs, Bill pay services, Elder servicesEspañol H Vol Faith

PPD Moms (Postpartum Depression)800-PPD-MOMS • 1800ppdmoms.orgWe are a volunteer-led organization providing support services to women and their families struggling with the effects of postpartum depres-sion or related mood disorders. Health care providers, Support groupsVol

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Prayer Sisters International2410 W. Shell Point Road, Ruskin, FL 33570prayersisters.org/Our mission is to support the community and one another through prayer, which leads to spiritual growth, friendship, empowerment and strength.Support groupsVol Faith

Prevent Blindness Florida9200 Seminole Blvd., Seminole, FL [email protected], Ext. 4024 • preventblindnessflorida.orgPrevent Blindness Florida is a nonprofit organization offering vision education and services to Florida’s children and adults. Our focus is promoting a lifetime of healthy vision care through advocacy, educa-tion, screening and research. You can help Prevent Blindness Flor-ida through donations when you renew your vehicle registration and driver license.Low visionEspañol H

Prevent Child Abuse AmericaNationwide800-244-5373 • preventchildabuse.orgPCA America provides education to everyone involved in the effort to prevent the abuse and neglect of children.Report abuse, Parenting, Family resources

Prince of Peace Catholic Church702 Valley Forge Blvd., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-634-2328 • popcc.orgPrince of Peace Catholic Church is a welcoming Catholic community rich in diversity and culture. United by our love of God and one another, we come together to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ, foster mu-tual love and spiritual growth, and provide outreach to the community.Support groups, After school/summer programs, Bill pay services, Utilities assistance, Service/leadership organizations, Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities, etc.), Family resourcesVol Faith

PTSD Consultation Program(for providers who treat veterans) 1-866-948-7880 • PTSD.VA.GovExperts at the National Center for PTSD – including psychologists, so-cial workers, physicians and pharmacists – are available as consultants. Info is available on evidence-based treatments, medications, clinical management, resources, assessment, referrals, educational opportuni-ties, improving care and transitioning veterans to VA care.Mental healthH

Quilts of Valor Foundation911 Symphony Beach Lane, Apollo Beach, FL [email protected] • qovf.orgThe mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to cover service mem-bers and veterans affected by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor. Service organizationsEspañol H Vol

REACHUP, Inc.2902 N. Armenia Ave., Suite 100, Tampa, FL [email protected] • reachupincorporated.org/The mission of REACHUP, Inc. is to advocate for community and family health, and mobilize resources to help communities achieve equality in health care and positive health for families. Family planning, Health care providersEspañol

RCDF Ruskin Community Development Foundation1203 1st St SW, Ruskin FL 33570(813) 633-0069The Ruskin Community Development Foundation was founded in 1994 to implement the Ruskin Community Development Plan. The Plan calls for the revitalization of downtown, development of eco-tourism op-tions, improved coordination of governmental and social services and development of funding sources for community projects.

Read on myON [email protected] • 813-476-5342 • readonmyon.comThe Read on myON project is a collaborative effort to provide myON readers for all children, from birth through eighth grade, in Hillsbor-ough County. Service/leadership organizationsEspañol

Reality Speaks11924 Sugarberry Drive, Riverview, FL 33569facebook.com/realityspeaksinc/Reality Speaks facilitates student-athletes through a series of special-ized programs dedicated to the successful transition in life after sports. This organization also collects donations and raises money for various community members in need.After school/summer programs, After school programs, Service/leadership organizations

Recovery International SouthShore 914-523-1623 • recoveryinternational.org/Recovery International is a nonprofit organization that supports the mental health of thousands worldwide through the use of cognitive Q

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behavioral training in peer-led support groups. Recovery International conducts weekly peer-led support groups around the world, as well as telephone and Internet-based groups.Support groups, Mental healthVol

Redeemer Lutheran Church701 Valley Forge Blvd., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-634-1292 • sccredeemer.org/The mission of Redeemer Lutheran Church is to proclaim Jesus Christ, grow in faith through the Holy Spirit and share God’s word and love with all people.Support groups, Substance abuseFaith

Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA)312 U.S. 41 S., Ruskin, FL 33570813-671-5264 • rcma.orgRCMA provides quality child care and education services to low-income migrant and seasonal farm-working families throughout the rural areas of Florida.Day care, After school/summer programs, Parenting, After school programs, Employment/career services, Family planning, Support groups, Food services, Children’s advocates, Service/leadership organizations, Family resourcesEspañol Vol

Resurrection Catholic Church6819 Krycul Ave., Riverview, FL 33578813-677-2175Food pantry, Food bankFaith l

River Oaks Treatment Facility12012 Boyette Road, Riverview, FL 33569RiverOaksTreatment.com • (866) 537-6237A premier addiction treatment facility located near Tampa, Florida. Our treatment facility provides all levels of care (Medical Detox, RT, PHP, and IOP) to adult men and women struggling with substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders. River Oaks accepts most insurances.

River of Life Christian Center6605 Krycul Ave., Riverview, FL 33568813-677-4453Food pantry and clothing when available.Food bankFaith l

Riverview United Methodist Church8002 US 301 S., Riverview, FL 33568813-677-5995Food pantry, Food bankFaith l

Samaritan Alzheimer’s Auxiliary CommitteeSun City Center, FL 33573813-634-1418We provide various memory care services to the residents of the Sun City Center area.Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’sVol

SCC Charitable Foundation, Inc.1363 Emerald Dunes Drive, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • charitablefoundationscc.org/

We are a tax-exempt, charitable organization founded and run by Sun City Center area individuals whose mission is to improve the quality of life for the residents of the Greater Sun City Center area, develop resources, and support initiatives that specifically address the needs of the community.Retirement communities

SCC TaxAide — An AARP Foundation Free Tax Service1501 La Jolla Ave., Sun City Center, FL 33573SCC TaxAide • 813-633-5679We offer a free tax service sponsored by the IRS and AARP Foundation to serve local elderly and low-income residents, but open to all. Opens February 1 annually.Support groupsEspañol Vol

SCC/SouthShore Campaign Against Human TraffickingP.O. Box 5491, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-419-4053 • sccblueheart.orgSun City Center Campaign Against Human Trafficking is focused on the sex trafficking of minor children, mostly girls, some as young as 12 years of age. Once taken into the sex trade, they have a life expectancy of only seven years. SCC-CAHT formed to help bring awareness to this crime.Report abuse, After school/summer programs, Service/leadership organizationsEspañol

Senior Connection Center8928 Brittany Way, Tampa, FL [email protected] • seniorconnectioncenter.orgOur mission is to help older adults and persons with disabilities live with independence and dignity. We achieve this by connecting seniors and their caregivers to the community resources, programs and services they need.Congregate meal locations, Long-term care, Memory care/demen-tia/Alzheimer’s, Report abuse, Adult disabled services, RX – pre-scription services/assistance, Medicare, Medicaid, Elder servicesEspañol H

Senior Helpers6152 Delancey Station St., Ste. 206, Riverview, FL [email protected] • 813-677-1400 • seniorhelpers.comWe provide in-home care companions, home health aides and certified nursing assistants. It is all our own employees that we insure, bond and train. Our goal is to provide peace of mind to families and their loved ones.Respite care, Retirement communities, Assisted living facilities, Long-term care, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, Companion care, Home health, Español H $$

Senior Home Improvement Program — SHIP5023 N. Florida Ave., Tampa FL 33603813-232-3200 • thecentre.org/programs/services-for-older-adults/se-nior-home-improvement-programSHIP provides repair and rehabilitation services for low-income, elderly homeowners in Hillsborough County. The center is a state-certified con-struction business and has a licensed contractor on staff full-time. We do major and minor home repairs, carpentry repairs, minor plumbing repairs, wheelchair ramps and handicap retrofits, and roof repairs and replacements.Home repairs

Senior Transition SpecialistSun City Center and Hillsborough County, [email protected] • seniortransitionspecialist.comSenior Transition Specialist advocates for seniors — whether they are

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facing a major transition, are moving to a new home, need help with daily finances or feel otherwise overwhelmed. Bill pay services, Downsizing assistance$$Seniors Helping Seniors3825 Turkey Oak Drive, Valrico, FL [email protected] • seniorshelpingseniors.com/easttampaWe provide nonmedical senior home care services. We are licensed by the State of Florida to provide homemaker and companion services to include light housekeeping, transportation, errands, meal preparation, shopping, doctors’ appointments, dementia/Alzheimer’s support and companionship.Respite care, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, Companion care$$

Seniors in Service of Tampa Bay, Inc. 1306 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa, FL [email protected] • seniorsinservice.orgSeniors in Service of Tampa Bay engages people in volunteerism, particularly those age 55+, to help children succeed and elders remain independent by recruiting and training devoted and skillful volunteers. Respite care, Companion care, After school/summer programs, Tutoring, After school programs, Bill pay services, Elder services Español H Vol Faith

Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders — SHINE8928 Brittany Way, Tampa, FL [email protected] • 800-963-5337seniorconnectioncenter.org/services/shine-medicare-help/SHINE and Sunshine for Seniors volunteers provide counseling and information at no cost about health insurance coverage, including Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare supplements, long-term care insur-ance, Medicare supplement insurance, Medicare health maintenance organizations (HMOs), prescription drug programs, comparing policies, interpreting health insurance coverage and more.RX – prescription services/assistance, Medicare, Medicaid

Shriners Hospitals for Children - Tampa12502 USF Pine Drive, Tampa, FL 33612813-972-2250Our health services provide care for a wide range of orthopaedic and neuromusculoskeletal conditions in children.Family planning, Health care providers, Hospitals

South Bay Hospital4016 Sun City Center Blvd., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • southbayhospital.comSouth Bay Hospital is a 112-bed, acute-care hospital serving Sun CityCenter, Ruskin, Wimauma, Riverview, Apollo Beach, Gibsonton and sur-rounding areas. The hospital offers general and vascular surgery, urol-ogy, cardiology, medical imaging, rehabilitation, emergency services, and orthopedic and spine surgery — as well as community education seminars and informational support groups. Support groups, Medical health related, Crisis services, Health care providers, Hospitals, Immunizations, Rehab facilities, Home health, Emergency servicesEspañol Vol

South Shore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging101 Trinity Lakes Drive, Ste. #254, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • mentalhealthandaging.orgWe assist area seniors with healthy lifestyle goals, and provide options to help them manage relationships and personal conflicts. We offer a range of health screening services and support groups. Outreach includes a quarterly seminar, newsletter, website and the coalition office

at Sun Towers Retirement Community in Sun City Center. Support groups, Mental health related, Mental health service pro-viders for consumers/clientsVol

South Shore United Methodist Church11525 Big Bend Road, Riverview, FL [email protected] • 813-677-9482 • southshoreumc.comSouth Shore United Methodist Church exists to gather and guide peo-ple into a loving, committed relationship with Jesus Christ. We do this by creating environments where people are encouraged and equipped to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ, develop relationships within the church, and deliver hope and relieve suffering by building relationships with those beyond our doors.Mental health related, Substance related, Disaster related, Home-lessness related, Counseling for domestic violence victims, Parenting, Food services, Family resourcesFaith

SouthShore Arts CouncilP.O. Box 1613, Ruskin, FL [email protected] • southshoreartscouncil.orgWe present the arts and arts resources to the communities of southernHillsborough County.After school/summer programs, Scholarships, After school pro-grams, Secondary schools, Service/leadership organizationsVol

SouthShore Chamber of Commerce137 Harbor Village Lane, Apollo Beach, FL [email protected] • southshorechamberofcommerce.org/The mission of the SouthShore Chamber of Commerce is a commitment to growth through proper planning, new membership acquisition andservicing of existing members through value-added projects.Network groups, Chambers of commerce

SouthShore Community Resource201 14th Ave., Ruskin, FL 33570813-671-7647Our center offers assistance with a wide range of issues.Utilities assistance, Transportation, Youth development, Adult education, Employment, Tax preparation, Emergency response, Emergency services, Medicaid, Marketplace (ObamaCare), Housing assistance (rent assistance), Food stamps/WIC, Meals on Wheels, Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities, etc.), Elder services, Family resourcesEspañol

SouthShore Neighborhood Resource CenterRuskin, FL [email protected] • 813-634-6044Service/leadership organizations, Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities, etc.), Elder services, Family resourcesEspañol

SouthShore Regional Library15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin, FL [email protected], [email protected] 813-672-1156 • hcplc.org/hcplc/locations/sho/The SouthShore Regional Library offers books, magazines, on-line databases, music and DVDs for all ages — in English and in Spanish. There are 49 public Internet-access computers as well as wireless Internet service available throughout the library. The Genealogy Center features computer workstations, and print and online resources for genealogical research. After school/summer programs, Employment/career services, Service/leadership organizationsEspañol


St. Andrew Presbyterian Church1239 Del Webb Blvd. W., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-634-2730 • standrewatscc.orgIf you are seeking a church home or just beginning to explore the Chris-tian faith, we warmly invite you to join with our friendly church family. We offer both traditional and contemporary services. Both convey the same spiritual message, but they use different music and song choices throughout. Faith

St. Anne Conference, Society of St. Vincent de Paul106 11th Ave. NE, Ruskin, FL [email protected] • 813-645-0304 • svdpccsp.org/sac_map.htmFaith-based charity serving the needy in local communities. We help regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, social status or background. St. Anne Conference serves Apollo Beach, Ruskin and Gibsonton. Confer-ence members are retirees from varied walks of life.Food bank, Food services, NutritionEspañol Vol Faith

St. John the Divine Episcopal Church1015 Del Webb Blvd. E., Sun City Center, FL 33573stjohndivine.comSt. John the Divine Episcopal Church offers many rewarding opportuni-ties for those who are simply looking for a place to worship, and those who would like to become more involved in church programs and ministries. We have something for every interested person.Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, Companion careVol Faith

St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital3001 W. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Tampa, FL 33607813-554-8500 • baycare.org/sjch

St. Joseph’s Hospital Care NavigatorHealth Insurance Marketplace for New Health Care Options. The Health Insurance Marketplace is a new way to shop for affordable health care coverage. Whether you are insured or uninsured, you will have more options through plans that offer essential health benefits and features important to you at a cost that will fit your budget. Although open en-rollment ended March 31, you may still be able to apply for coverage. If you or someone you know encounters a life change such as a change in family size or income, a recent move to Florida, lost medical coverage or were denied Medicaid, you may be able to enroll for affordable health care coverage. If you have questions about the Health Insur-ance Marketplace or need assistance with applying, filing an appeal or determining whether you qualify for an exemption, our Health Care Navigators offer free, one-on-one assistance to help you understand your options. This service is available to anyone seeking affordable health care.

St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Care Navigator6901 Simmons Loop, Riverview, FL 33578813-440-8679

St. Joseph’s South is a 90-bed facility that provides health care. Our social worker, Vanessa Bonet, provides information and assists with navigating the Affordable Care Act. If you want to know if you qualify for insurance through the Marketplace (Affordable Care Act insurance), Ms. Bonet can help.Financial

St. Vincent de Paul – Prince of Peace702 Valley Forge Blvd., Sun City Center, FL 33573813-634-2328 • POPCC.orgServices include visiting the needy, a food pantry, a thrift shop, outreach and car donations.Food bankFaith

St. Vincent de Paul – St. Anne106 11th Ave. NE, Ruskin, FL 813-645-1714Services include visiting the needy, a food pantry, a thrift shop, outreach and car donations.Food bankFaith

St. Vincent de Paul – St. Stephen5049 Bell Shoals Road, Valrico, FL 813-325-6440Services include visiting the needy, a food pantry, a thrift shop, outreach and car donations.Food bankFaith

St. Vincent de Paul — Our Lady of Guadalupe16650 US 301 S, Wimauma, FL 33573ourladyspantry.comServices include visiting the needy, a food pantry, a thrift shop, out-reach and car donations. Food bankFaith

St. Vincent De Paul Society - SSVF - Rapid Rehousing III3010 N. Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33603844-455-7783 • svdpsp.orgOur supportive Services for Veteran Families Program provides sup-portive services to extremely low-income veterans and their families residing in or transitioning to permanent housing in Pinellas, Pasco and Hillsborough counties. We do this through services including case management, housing counseling, assistance in obtaining VA and public benefits, and temporary financial assistance.Emergency shelters, Housing assistance (rent assistance), HousingH

Step Up for Students877-735-7837 • stepupforstudents.org/Step Up for Students provides legislatively authorized K-12 scholar-ships and related support to give economically disadvantaged families the freedom to choose the best learning options for their children

Success 4 Kids & Families2902 N. Armenia Blvd., Ste. 200, FL813-490-5490 • s4kf.orgSuccess 4 Kids & Families offers in-home treatment services for families in Hillsborough County when kids begin to experience problems in school, at home or even with the law. We assign a dedicated casework-er who works in the home with both the child and the family. Outpatient treatment, Mental health for children, Life coach, Crisis servicesEspañol

Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce1651 Sun City Center Plaza, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-634-5111 • suncitycenterchamber.org


No matter what you’re looking for – a contractor, an attorney, a financial planner or directions to a great restaurant – call us here at the Chamber of Commerce. We’re your one stop for all kinds of informa-tion. And on behalf of our members, we thank you for shopping locally!Network groups, Chambers of commerce

Sun City Center Emergency Squad720 Ray Watson Drive, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-633-1411 • scc-ems.us/The Sun City Center Emergency Squad consists of over 400 dedicated volunteers. With our computerized locator program, we are ready to help you in any medical emergency. We will respond to your call for emergency medical assistance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.Medical health related, Mental health related, Disaster related, Law enforcement, Fire rescue, Ambulance, Crisis services, Emergency services, Medical transportation

Sun City Center Lions Club1822 Del Webb Blvd. E., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-633-4202Our organization provides assistance to residents suffering from low vision.Low visionVol

Sun City Center Security Patrol, Inc.1005 N. Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-642-2020 • sccsecuritypatrol.orgWe are a volunteer organization that patrols the businesses and residences of Sun City Center 365 days a year. We work in conjunction with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office and are trained to report suspicious vehicles/persons, check on unusual/suspicious activity, check on residents when family members cannot contact them, respond to Silver Alerts and much more. Law enforcement, Food services, Service/leadership organizationsVol

Sun Terrace Rehabilitation Center 105 Trinity Lakes Drive, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • sunterracerehab.comSun Terrace Rehabilitation Center offers cutting-edge therapy facilities with fully trained, professional and courteous staff. We are your partner in developing your personalized care plan based on your goals. With resort-style accommodations, our continuum of care approach is de-signed to help you regain and maintain your independence.Long-term care, Rehab facilities, Medical$$

Sun Towers Retirement Community101 Trinity Lakes Drive, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • SunTowersRetirement.com

Our community is in the heart of Sun City Center, with shopping, dining and physicians conveniently located nearby. Sun Towers is unique, as we offer independent living, assisted living, memory care and extended congregate care along with rehabilitation and skilled nursing, enabling our residents to truly “age in place.”Respite care, Retirement communities, Assisted living facilities, Long-term care, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, Support groups, Rehab facilities, Housing$$

Suncoast Community Health Centers, Inc.13110 Elk Mountain Drive, Riverview, FL [email protected] • 813-294-6514 • suncoast-chc.org/We offer multiple services at many of our new or renovated facilities, including adult and pediatric medical care, dental care, pediatric dental care, X-rays, lab services, pharmacies and more. We accept Medicaid HMOs, HCHCP, Medicare and most insurance plans. Discounts are given to those who qualify based on household income.Immunizations, Health care providers, Emergency services, RX – prescription services/assistance, Support groups Español $$

Suncoast Community Health Centers, Inc.Ruskin Health Center2814 14th Ave. SE, Ruskin, FL [email protected] or 813-349-7800 • suncoast-chc.orgWe offer multiple services at many of our new or renovated facilities including adult and pediatric medical care, dental care, pediatric dental care, X-rays, lab services, pharmacies and more. Most of our staff are bilingual, and we accept most insurance. Discounts are available for those who qualify.Medical health related, Family planning, Health care providers, Immunizations, RX – prescription services/assistance, Medicare, Medicaid, Marketplace (ObamaCare), Support groups, Family resources, Medical transportationEspañol

Suncoast Community Health Centers, Inc.Wimauma Community Health Center5121 SR 674, Wimauma, FL [email protected] 813-653-6100/813-633-8505 • suncoast-chc.orgWe offer multiple services at many of our new or renovated facilitiesincluding adult and pediatric medical care, dental care, pediatric dental care, X-rays, lab services, pharmacies and more. Most of our staff are bilingual, and we accept most insurance. Discounts are available for those who qualify.Report abuse, Medical health related, Family planning, Health care providers, Immunizations, Medicare, Medicaid, Marketplace (ObamaCare), Support groups, Family resources, Medical transpor-tationEspañol


Sunshine Health3505 E. Frontage St., Tampa, FL 336071-866-796-0530 • sunshinehealth.comSunshine Health is committed to ensuring that members are involved in their care planning, because outcomes are better when members and their families are involved. We eliminate any barriers that affect the member’s quality of life, and also focus on the member’s support network.Assisted living facilities, Long-term care, Immunizations, Medical health related, Mental health related, Adult disabled services, Health care providers, Home health, Medicaid, Medical transportationEspañol

Sunshine Line Transportation 601 E. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 813-272-7272 • hillsboroughcounty.org/DocumentCenter/Home/View/984We provide cost-effective transportation to those who, because of disability, age or income, are unable to acquire or purchase their own transportation. We have two types of transportation: door-to-door and HART bus passes. Door-to-door service is provided by county staff in county-owned vehicles that are wheelchair lift equipped.Public transportation$$

Supporting & Empowering Educational & Developmental Services (SEEDS)3924 Premier North Drive, Tampa, FL 33618-8795813-901-3439childrenshome.org/programs-and-services/family-support-services/seeds.aspxThe primary goal of SEEDS is to provide support for children ages 3 through third grade and their families so that they are ready for kin-dergarten, promoted at school year end and reading on level by third grade.Tutoring, After school programs, Education providers for children(standard, charter, magnet, etc.)Español

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) 788410 Faraday Trail, Unit A, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 904-635-2711 • tops.orgTOPS doesn’t pay celebrities to endorse us, and we don’t promise quick fixes or promote unrealistic images of the perfect body. TOPS focuses on making small, steady lifestyle changes that lead to lasting weight loss and better health.Support groups, Service/leadership organizationsVol $$

Tampa Bay Arts & Education Network (TBAE)703 N. Willow Ave., Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-343-3018 • tbae.netTBAE has grown into an important local presenter of humanities and science programming. TBAE also produces original television program-ming about our local arts, culture and history. Working closely with educational and cultural organizations, the TBAE Network has built a solid reputation as a cost-effective way to provide practical educational programs. Adult education/GEDVol

Tampa Community Hospital6001 Webb Road, Tampa, FL 33615813-888-7060 in Town & Country area of Tampa.An array of health and psychiatric services is provided.Health care providers, Hospitals, Emergency services, Medicare, Marketplace (ObamaCare), Residential/inpatient treatment, Day

treatment mental health services for adults, Mental health service providers for consumers/clients, Crisis services$$

Tampa Family Health Centers1502 E. Fowler Ave. (multiple locations), Tampa, FL 33612813-866-0950 • tampachc.comWith 13 offices in Hillsborough County, Tampa Family Health Centers focuses on internal medicine, family practice, pediatric care, dentistry, OB/GYN and pharmaceutical services. Evening and weekend appoint-ments are available as well.Immunizations, RX – prescription services/assistanceEspañol $$

Tampa Family Health Centers302 W. Fletcher Ave., Tampa, FL 33613 • in North Tampa in USF [email protected] • 813-307-8058 • tampafamilyhc.comWe are federally qualified health centers that provide quality, caring and accessible health care to the community. We offer medical; dental; pharmacy; psychiatry; mobile van with HIV, glucose and blood pressure screenings; community resources and referrals; and financial counseling to apply for affordable health insurance and government programs.Immunizations, Medical health related, Mental health related, Homelessness related, Employment/career services, Family plan-ning, Health care providers, RX – prescription services/assistance, Medicare, Medicaid, Marketplace (ObamaCare), Outpatient treatment, Mental health service providers for consumers/clients, Mental health for children, Family resources.Español, Fee-based

Tampa General Hospital1 Tampa General Circle, Tampa, FL 33606813-844-7000 • tgh.org • on Davis Islands, South TampaWe offer a full array of services, including health services, rehabilitation and psychiatric services, etc.Health care providers, Rehab facilities, Emergency services, RX – prescription services/assistance, Medicare, Medicaid, Outpatienttreatment, Substance abuse, Crisis services$$

Tampa Jewish Family Services13009 Community Campus Drive, Tampa, FL 33625813-960-1848 • tjfs.org • in Citrus ParkOur counseling programs provide crisis management, short-term and intermediate counseling, and longer-term counseling when necessary.Counselors assist children, families, couples and adults on suchconcerns as aging, anger, anxiety, depression, domestic violence,economic issues, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting, relationships, special needs/disabilities and stress management.Support groups, Mental health related, Food bank, Outpatient treatment, Mental health service providers for consumers/clients $$

Tampa Lighthouse for the Blind 1106 W. Platt St., Tampa, FL 33606813-251-2407 • tampalighthouse.org/Tampa Lighthouse for the Blind provides training and other services that are designed to help each person served maximize his/her inde-pendence, including, if applicable, enhancing prospects for gainful employment. With the exception of our Low Vision Clinic, all services are provided at no charge to the individual.Low vision

Tampa Veterans Center/Veterans Crisis LineFountain Oaks Business Plaza,3637 W. Waters Ave., Ste. 600, Tampa, FL 33614800-273-8255, 813-228-2621 or 877-927-8387Our crisis hotline offers confidential, round-the-clock help for veterans and their families. Also find assistance with and information on general benefits, disability compensation, pension, GI Bill, vocational rehab and

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employment, e-benefits employment center, dependents educational assistance, survivor benefits, home loans and life insurance.Medical health related, Mental health related, Substance related,Adult disabled services, Vocational rehabilitation, Counseling for domestic violence victims, Employment/career services, Support groups, Emergency shelters, Housing, Mental health, Medical, FinancialH

Team Red, White and Blue 1110 W. Platt St., Tampa, FL 33606813-374-8903 • www.teamRWB.orgTeam RWB’s mission is to enrich the lives of America’s veterans by con-necting them to their community through physical and social activity.Low vision, Hearing loss, Limited mobility, Adult disabled services, Housing, Mental health, Medical, Financial, Transportation, Service organizationsEspañol H

Tender Care Move Management Downsizingand Relocation Services15920 Ellsworth Drive, Tampa, FL [email protected] • tendercaretampa.comTender Care Move Management is ready to assist with your local or long-distance move. As a member of the National Association of Senior Move Managers, our goal is to eliminate the stress and anxiety of a move by coordinating every detail while being mindful of the unique needs of seniors.Downsizing assistance$$

The Children’s Home, Inc.10909 Memorial Hwy., Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-855-4435 • childrenshome.orgWe provide support for children age 3 through third grade and fami-lies so that they are ready for kindergarten, promoted at school year end and reading on level by third grade. This is achieved by working with the family to support the developmental, educational and social needs of the child.After school/summer programs, Autism, Parenting, Tutoring, After school programs, Education providers for children – (standard, charter, magnet, etc.)Español

The Crossing Church3058 E. College Ave., Ruskin, FL [email protected] • 813-626-0783 • crossingonline.org/south-shoreOur mission is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.Service/leadership organizationsEspañol Vol Faith

The D. L. Randall Foundation, Inc. 570 Vista Ridge Drive, Ruskin, FL [email protected] • 941-773-1072 • derricklrandall.com The D. L. Randall Foundation, Inc. is founded on four core values: kinship, positivism, assurance and love. These values sustain the foun-dation’s operational order, which offers therapeutic sessions; seminars; support groups; community organization, outreach and events; youth/adult camps; mentorship; individual/group/family counseling; hosting/speaking availability; videos; and books.Retirement communities, Assisted living facilities, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, Support groups, Kinship – relative caregiver, After school/summer programs, Medical health related, Mental health related, Substance related, Disaster related, Homelessness related, Autism, Vocational rehabilitation, Counseling for domestic violence victims

The Florida Poison Information Center – Tampa800-222-1222The Florida Poison Information Center – Tampa is staffed by nurses, pharmacists and physicians trained in toxicology. Based on years of toxicology experience and a computerized database describing over 500,000 substances, we provide advice within minutes for each ques-tion or emergency. We are certified as a Regional Poison Center by the American Association of Poison Control Centers.Medical health relatedEspañol

The Helen Gordon Centre for Women3055 Hyde Park Ave., Tampa, FL [email protected], Ext. 233 • thecentre.org/The Helen Gordon Centre for Women is a nonprofit organization offering an array of programs to help women in the Tampa Bay region succeed both personally and professionally. Our programs and ser-vices encourage, educate and empower women. After school/summer programs, After school programs, Employ-ment/career services, Substance abuse, Support groupsEspañol $$

The Life Church12001 Big Bend Road, Riverview, FL 33568813-672-0810Food pantry, Food bankFaith l

The Lord’s Lighthouse Ministry815 College Ave., East Ruskin, FL 33570813-641-7100Food pantry and clothing when available.Food bankFaith l

The Outreach Clinic517 N. Parsons Ave., Brandon, FL 33510


813-654-1388 • TheOutreachClinic.comWe provide medical care to the low-income and uninsured of Hillsbor-ough County. We are staffed by volunteers. We also have a lending closet of medical supplies for anyone, not just our patients.Medical health related, Health care providersVol

The Pelican Players, Inc.P.O. Box 5142, Sun City Center, FL 33571kingspointsuncitycenter.com/pelicanplayers.pdfThe Pelican Players is a theater group with yearly events/activities such as potluck dinners with open mics. Other events include various programs, community service activities, open community programs, entertainment groups, mystery dinner theaters, improvisational groups and special events.Service/leadership organizations

The Salvation Army7409 U.S. 301, Riverview, FL [email protected] • 813-672-8139salvationarmyflorida.org/tampa/The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.Support groups, Report abuse, Mental health related, Substance related, Disaster related, Homelessness related, Employment/career services, Emergency shelters, Housing assistance (rent assis-tance), Food services, Nutrition, Substance abuse, Service/leader-ship organizations, Assistance with crisis needs (rent, utilities, etc.)Español Faith

The Seventh Mom Project727-871-7281 • theseventhmomproject.weebly.comWe are a peer-to-peer resource for moms struggling with postpartum adjustment and distress. We are currently working on obtaining our 501(3)c status.Mental health related, Support groups

The SpringP.O. Box 5147, Tampa, FL 33675thespring.org • Hotline: 813-247-7233Our program philosophy is to provide a safe haven for families utilizing an empowerment-based approach. We give domestic violence victims safe refuge, time to heal, and encouragement and support to move toward a self-determined life. Counseling for domestic violence victims, Shelter for domestic violence victims

The Tampa YMCA Veggie Van110 E. Oak Ave., Tampa, FL [email protected], Ext. 1729 • tampaymca.org/Each year, we help more than 160,000 youths, adults and seniors improve their health, learn new skills and have fun. As a not-for-profit charity, we rely on charitable donations to ensure that everyone can be a part of the YMCA. Won’t you join us?After school/summer programs, Parenting, Tutoring, After school programsEspañol

The Trevor Project866-488-7386 • thetrevorproject.orgOur purpose is suicide prevention for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgen-der and questioning youth. Mental health for children, Crisis services

13th Judicial Circuit Hillsborough County800 E. Kennedy Blvd., Room 603, Tampa, FL 33602813-272-5947fljud13.org/CourtPrograms/DrugCourtPrograms.aspx

Juvenile Drug Court — Students who are arrested at school are given the option to enroll in the Juvenile Drug Court program, which then allows a student to enroll in school and potentially have the charge dis-missed upon completion of the program. Pretrial and post-adjudication programs are offered, as well.Legal advisors

Turning Point of Tampa, Inc.6227 Sheldon Road, Tampa, FL 33615813-882-3003; toll-free 800-397-3006We offer a peaceful haven that is ideal for full recovery of the mind, body and spirit. Our commitment is to our clients: to help teach everyone who comes through our doors how to lead a positive and productive life in recovery, and to prevent unhealthy patterns from re-emerging.Mental health related, Substance related, Residential/inpatient treatment, Outpatient treatment, Day treatment mental health services for adults, Mental health service providers for consumers/clients, Substance abuse, Support groups, Crisis services, Español

U.S. Department of Veterans AffairsNationwide877-927-8387 • vetcenter.va.govWe provide free re-adjustment counseling services to service members, veterans and their families. Services include individual counseling, group counseling, marital and family counseling, medical referrals, help applying for veteran benefits, employment counseling, alcohol and drug assess-ments, information and referral to community resources.Mental health for children, Substance abuse, Support groups, Men-tal health, MedicalH

U.S. Department of Veterans AffairsRegional Benefit Office9500 Bay Pines Blvd., St. Petersburg, FL 33731800-827-1000We assist veterans with disability compensation, pension, GI Bill, vocational rehabilitation, employment, educational assistance, survivor benefits, insurance, home loans and more.Medical health related, Mental health related, Substance related, Homelessness related, Vocational rehabilitation, Support groups, Low income/affordable housing, Home repairs, Emergency shel-ters, Residential/inpatient treatment, Outpatient treatment, Day treatment mental health services for adults, Mental health service providers for consumers/clients, Mental health supported housing, Crisis services, Housing, Mental health, Medical, Financial, Trans-portationEspañol

United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Tampa Bay, Inc.Respite Services 2215 E. Henry Ave., Tampa, FL 33610813-239-1179, Ext.232ucptampa.org/our-programs/respite-program/Respite care provides temporary relief for families and other caregiv-ers, and can assist in crisis situations. For an adult with a disability or an elderly adult, personal care assistance may provide the help they need to enable them to live independently in their own home.Respite care, Companion care, Kinship – relative caregiver, Medical health related, Crisis services, Supportive work programs, Medic-aid, Family resourcesH

United Community Church1501 La Jolla Ave., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-634-1304 • uccsuncitycenter.orgUnited Church of Christ prides itself on being the most liberal Protes-

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tant denomination in the country, welcoming all persons based on the denomination’s inclusive theology. UCC is known for its progressive stand on gender and racial equality, and is open and affirming regard-ing persons of LGBT orientation.Support groups, ScholarshipsFaith

United Community Church, United Church of Christ1501 La Jolla Ave., Sun City Center, FL 33573tri-verizon.net • 813-634-8607 • 4lifelearning.orgEstablished in 1976 as an adult education outreach program to serve the community and surrounding areas, this program’s purpose is to inform, entertain and inspire its students with a broad curriculum. The courses are taught by qualified area instructors. Educational programs, trips and tours are also offered.Adult education/GED

United Methodist Church of Sun City Center1210 Del Webb Blvd. W., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-634-2539 • sccumc.comSupport groups, After school/summer programs, Substance relat-ed, Disaster relatedVol Faith

USF Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Institute4001 E. Fletcher Ave., Tampa, FL [email protected] • 813-396-0606 • health.usf.edu/byrd/The USF Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Institute is a multidisciplinary center of excellence at the University of South Florida, and the largest free-standing facility dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders — providing prevention, diagnosis and treatment services in one location.Support groups, Health care providers

VA Medical Foster Home13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa, FL 33612727-697-5192 • tampa.va.govWe provide long-term health care and personal care services to veter-ans in a home setting.Adult day care, Respite care, Assisted living facilities, Congregate meal locations, Long-term care, Memory care/dementia/Alzhei-mer’s, Companion care, Report abuse, Geriatric care managers, Support groups, Housing, Mental health, Medical, Financial, Trans-portation, Service organizationsEspañol H Vol

Veterans Crisis800-273-8255, Press 1 • veteranscrisisline.netWe connect veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential, toll-free hotline number, online chat or text.Mental health related, Crisis services, Mental health, Medical, FinancialH

Visions of Hope International10008 Park Place Ave., Riverview, FL [email protected] • 813-898-8337 • vhinternational.orgVisions of Hope International is a Tampa-based nonprofit foundation whose main mission is to help people recover from abusive relation-ships and find stability and healing as they rebuild their lives. We also educate the community through workshops and seminars on the warn-ing signs of abuse.Support groups, Network groups, Chambers of commerce, Guard-ian ad litem, Report abuse, Mental health related, Homelessness related, Counseling for domestic violence victims, Batterer inter-vention programs (BIP), Family planning, Support groups, Victim advocacy, Support groups, Life coach, Service/leadership organiza-

tions, Family resources

Vote by Mail813-744-5900 • VoteHillsborough.orgWe provide individuals an option to vote by mail.Legal advisors

West Coast Teens1106 N. Parsons Ave., Brandon, FL [email protected] • 813-455-7479 • westcoastteens.org West Coast Teens is geared toward teens age 14-17, and helps them develop leadership skills, responsibility and confidence while also help-ing them learn how to manage their time and money.Tutoring, After school programs, Supportive work programs, Ser-vice/leadership organizationsVol

Women of the Moose — Chapter 1031P.O. Box 3488, Riverview, FL 33568The Moose organization contributes community service through mone-tary donations, volunteer hours worked and miles driven annually. In ad-dition to Mooseheart and Moosehaven, the Moose fraternity’s Heart of the Community effort is multifaceted with programs like Tommy Moose, which helps children overcome fears and anxiety during times of stress.After school programs, Service/leadership organizationsVol

Women, Infants and Children (WIC)Statewide800-342-3556 • doh.state.fl.us/family/WICWIC provides the following services at no cost: Healthy foods, nutrition education, counseling, breastfeeding support and referrals to health care. Health care providers, Nutrition, Food stamps/WIC, Family resources

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VWSCQ-FM Sun Radio137 S. Pebble Beach Drive, Ste. 201D, Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-294-5916 • wscqfm.comWe are a low-power FM radio station serving Sun City Center and the surrounding neighborhoods at 96.3FM and via the Internet at wscqfm.com. Broadcasting 24/7, programming includes "Ask An Attorney,"which provides callers with free legal advice. Free one-time PSAs are offered to nonprofits. Service/leadership organizations

Wyndbeach Counseling1501 La Jolla Ave., Sun City Center, FL [email protected] • 813-401-7452counseling for individuals, groups, families and couples with the empha-sis on growing toward better mental health.Retirement communities, Assisted living facilities, Memory care/dementia/Alzheimer’s, Support groups, Mental health related, Counseling for domestic violence victims, Crisis services, Family planning, Health care providers, Medicare, Medicaid, Outpatient treatment, Mental health service providers for consumers/clients, Mental health for children, Elder services, Mental health, Day treat-ment mental health services for adults$$

Youth America Hotline877-968-8454 • youthline.usWe are a youth centered, peer-to-peer hotline network addressing such issues as depression, bullying, substance abuse, STDs and teen pregnancy.Service-leadership organizations, mental health for children, Elder services, Mental health$$


The Baker Act

The Florida Mental Health Act of 1971 (Florida Statute 394.451-394.47891[1] (2009 rev.)), commonly known as the "Baker Act," allows the invol-untary institutionalization and examination of an individual.The Baker Act allows for involuntary examination (what some call emergency or involuntary commitment). It can be initiated by judges, law en-forcement officials, physicians, or mental health professionals. There must be evidence that the person: possibly has a mental illness (as defined in the Baker Act); is a harm to self, harm to others, or self neglectful (as defined in the Baker Act).Examinations may last up to 72 hours after a person is deemed medically stable and occur in over 100 Florida Department of Children and Families-designated receiving facilities statewide.There are many possible outcomes following examination of the patient. This includes the release of the individual to the community (or other community placement), a petition for involuntary inpatient placement (what some call civil commitment), involuntary outpatient placement(what some call outpatient commitment or assisted treatment orders), or voluntary treatment (if the person is competent to consent to volun-tary treatment and consents to voluntary treatment). The involuntary outpatient placement language in the Baker Act took effect as part of the Baker Act reform in 2005.The act was named for a Florida state representative from Miami, Maxine Baker,[2] who had a strong interest in mental health issues, served as chair of a House Committee on Mental Health, and was the sponsor of the bill.The nickname of the legislation has led to the term "Baker Act" as a transitive verb, and "Baker Acted" as a passive-voice verb, for invoking the Act to force an individual's commitment. Although the Baker Act is a statute only for the state of Florida, use of "Baker Acting" as a verb has become prevalent as a slang term for involuntary commitment in other regions of the United States.

Avoiding Identity Theft

Protecting My Identity:AT HOME

• Keep your financial records (credit card information, tax returns, etc.), Social Security and Medicare cards in a safe place.

• Shred papers that have personal or medical information (household bills, envelopes with coding under your name).• Don’t leave mail in your mailbox, take out as soon as you can.

AS YOU DO BUSINESS• Only give your Social Security number if you must. Ask if you can use another kind of identification,

Remember: Your information is in the hands of the person on the other side of the phone.• Do not give your personal information to someone who calls you or e-mails you.

ON THE COMPUTER• Use passwords that are not easy to guess. Use numbers and symbols when you can.• Do not respond to e-mails or other messages that ask for person information.• Do not put personal information on a computer in a public place, like the library.

How Will I Know If Someone Steals My Identity?

Avoiding Identity Theft• Look at medical statements and make sure charges are accurate

• Get your credit report – you receive one free each year from the credit reporting companies. Call, Annual Credit Report at: 1-877-322-8228.

• Choose to only show the last four numbers of your Social Security number. It is safer than showing the full number.

• Choose which credit reporting company you want a report from. (You get one report free from each company every year.) The company mails your report to you. It should arrive two to three weeks after you call. Read your credit report carefully. Look for mistakes or accounts you do not recognize.

For more information visit consumer.gov

• Things you did not buy• Withdrawals you did not make

• A change of your address that you did not expect• Bills that stop coming


The Marchman Act: Substance Abuse

The Marchman Act provides individuals in need of substance abuse services with emergency services and temporary detention for sub-stance abuse evaluation and treatment when required.

Marchmans reason to bel Act petitions that may be filed in Probate Court Records:• An EX Parte Petition for involuntary Assessment and Stabilization• An Ex Parte Petition for Involuntary Treatment

A Petition for Involuntary Assessment and Stabilization may be filed:

When there is reason to believe that a person in substance abuse impaired and :1. Because of the impairment, he or she has lost the power of self-control with respect to substance abuse use.2. The person’s judgment is impaired because of substance abuse and he/she is incapable of appreciating the need for, and is unable to

make a rational decision in regards to, substance abuse services.3. He/she has either inflicted, attempted or threatened to inflict, or threatened to inflict, or unless admitted, is likely to inflict, physical

harm or himself or herself or another.4. The petition may only be filed by: The person’s spouse or guardian, any relative of the person, a director of a licensed service provid-

er, a private practitioner, or any three adults who have personal knowledge of the person’s substance abuse impairment. In the case of a minor, only the parent, legal guardian/cusoian or licensed service provider can file a petition.

Unlike the Baker Act, there is a filing fee required. Refer to the Schedule of Service Charges for current fees. The petitioner must also make arrangements for an available bed in a designated facility prior to submitting the petition for filing.

What happens after the petition is filed:If the court finds that the criteria have been met, an Order for involuntary Assessment and Stabilization will be issued by the Court. The Court may set the case for a hearing, or the Sheriff may be ordered to transport the person to the designated facility. The facility then has 5 days to do an assessment. After the assessment has been completed at the facility, the petitioner may file a Petition for Involuntary Treat-ment for Substance Abuse is warranted.

2016 SouthShore Community Resource Guide

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