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About This Guide
This guide was created to help individuals and families in Florida navigate long-term care with more clarity and confidence. Whether you're planning ahead or facing an immediate care need, finding the right support can feel overwhelming.
Inside, you'll find a curated list of nonprofit organizations across Florida, including caregiver support services, disease-specific foundations, veteran resources, and community-based programs. Each listing includes verified contact information and a brief description to help you quickly understand what's available.
Our goal is to make it easier for you to explore your options, connect with trusted long-term care resources in Florida, and take the next step with confidence.
💡 Quick Tip: Dial 2-1-1 anywhere in Florida for immediate referrals to local nonprofits, social services, food assistance, and more.
We strive to keep this directory accurate and up-to-date. However, nonprofit organizations change, merge, or close over time, and web addresses can change without notice. Always verify contact details directly with each organization. If you find an outdated listing or are a nonprofit that isn't listed and would like to be included, please reach out to us at hello@LTCareNav.com.
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Alzheimer's Association — Southeast Florida Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (National Chapter)
Region: Southeast Florida: Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward, Palm Beach, …
24/7 helpline, care consultations, 100+ support groups across 8 SE Florida counties (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and throughout Treasure Coast), Walk to End Alzheimer's events (Miami, Broward, Palm Beach, and more), multilingual services (Spanish, Haitian Creole), professional training, advocacy, and research funding.
1-800-272-3900 | (954) 786-1533 | 100 W. Cypress Creek Rd #1046, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309https://alz.org/seflorida
Alzheimer's Association — Florida Gulf Coast Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (National Chapter)
Region: Gulf Coast and Central Florida: Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasc…
24/7 helpline, care consultations, 100+ support groups across 16 counties (Tampa, St. Pete, Sarasota, Naples, Fort Myers, Lakeland, and more), Walk to End Alzheimer's events statewide, Brain Bus mobile outreach to rural and urban communities, multilingual services, professional training, advocacy, and research funding.
1-800-272-3900 | alz.org/flgulfcoast | Tampa office: (813) 288-4677https://alz.org/flgulfcoast
Alzheimer's Association — Central and North Florida Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (National Chapter)
Region: Central and North Florida: Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Brevar…
24/7 helpline, care consultations, support groups across Central and North Florida (Orlando, Jacksonville, Gainesville, Daytona Beach, Melbourne, Ocala, and more), Walk to End Alzheimer's events, professional training, advocacy, and research funding.
1-800-272-3900 | alz.org/cnfl | Orlando office: (407) 797-4111https://alz.org/cnfl
Florida Department of Elder Affairs — Memory Disorder Clinics (14 Statewide)State Unique
Type: State-Funded Diagnostic Network (Florida-Unique)
Region: Statewide Florida — 14 clinics distributed across all major …
Florida's statewide network of Memory Disorder Clinics provides comprehensive diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, and referral services for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Funded by the Florida Legislature. Most clinics serve patients regardless of ability to pay. Contact your local AAA (1-800-96-ELDER) or DOEA for the nearest clinic.
1-800-963-5337 (Elder Helpline) | elderaffairs.org/memory-disorder-clinicshttps://elderaffairs.org
Byrd Alzheimer's Institute — University of South FloridaState Unique
Type: Academic Research Institute (Florida-Unique)
Region: Tampa Bay / Statewide and national research impact (USF Heal…
One of Florida's primary Alzheimer's research institutions. Conducts clinical trials, translational research, memory screening, and community education. Partners with the FL Gulf Coast Alzheimer's Association and provides referrals to memory disorder specialists throughout Tampa Bay and beyond.
(813) 974-4355 | health.usf.edu/medicine/byrdhttps://health.usf.edu/medicine/byrd
Parkinson's Foundation — National Headquarters (Miami, FL)
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit — National HQ in Florida (Founded in Miami, 1957)
Region: National headquarters in Miami; serves Florida through natio…
The Parkinson's Foundation was founded in Miami, Florida in 1957 — making Florida the birthplace of America's largest Parkinson's nonprofit. National helpline, Moving Day walk events (Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, and more), PF Gymnasium wellness programs (100+ classes weekly statewide), caregiver resources, research funding, and referrals to Parkinson's Foundation Comprehensive Care Centers in Florida (University of Florida, University of Miami, USF/Tampa).
1-800-473-4636 | 200 SE 1st St #800, Miami, FL 33131https://parkinson.org
American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) — Florida Chapters
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (National Chapter)
Region: Statewide Florida (chapters covering North FL, Greater Miami…
Free APDA helpline, 40+ support groups across Florida (Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Naples, and more), exercise programs, caregiver support groups, educational seminars, and referrals to movement disorder specialists throughout Florida.
1-800-223-2732 | apdaparkinson.org/floridahttps://apdaparkinson.org/florida
University of Florida Center for Movement Disorders & NeurorestorationState Unique
Type: Academic Center of Excellence (Florida-Unique)
Region: Gainesville / North Central Florida (UF Health — statewide a…
A Parkinson's Foundation Comprehensive Care Center and one of the nation's premier Parkinson's research and clinical care programs. Expert movement disorder neurologists, cutting-edge deep brain stimulation (DBS) program, clinical trials, and research into Parkinson's disease mechanisms. Home to the Florida Parkinson's Disease Center.
(352) 273-5550 | neurology.ufl.edu/movement-disordershttps://neurology.ufl.edu
ALS United FloridaState Unique
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (Florida-Unique)
Region: Statewide Florida (Southeast FL headquarters; statewide outr…
Florida's dedicated ALS organization providing free Care Manager support, equipment loans, financial assistance, support groups (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, Tampa, Orlando), advocacy, and connection to ALS multidisciplinary clinics.
(954) 848-9989 | als.orghttps://als.org/support/states/florida
ALS Association — Florida Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (National Chapter)
Region: Statewide Florida (served through FL chapter; coordination w…
24/7 ALS helpline, care coordination, equipment loans, financial assistance, research funding through Answer ALS, and clinical trial connections for Florida residents.
1-800-782-4747 | als.org/floridahttps://als.org/florida
American Cancer Society — Florida
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Florida (offices in Orlando, Jacksonville, Tampa, …
Patient navigation, Road to Recovery transportation, Hope Lodge (Tampa and Miami), Look Good Feel Better, Relay for Life events across Florida, 24/7 helpline, research funding, and advocacy.
1-800-227-2345 | cancer.org/floridahttps://cancer.org/florida
Moffitt Cancer Center (Tampa)State Unique
Type: NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center — Florida's Only (Florida-Unique)
Region: Tampa Bay / Statewide and national referrals (12902 Magnolia…
Florida's ONLY NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center and a world leader in melanoma, lung cancer, leukemia, and immunotherapy research. Clinical trials, multidisciplinary oncology, CAR-T cell therapy, precision medicine, survivorship programs, patient financial counseling, and navigation. Treated 90,000+ patients from all 67 Florida counties and 50+ countries.
(888) 663-3488 | 12902 Magnolia Dr, Tampa, FL 33612https://moffitt.org
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center — University of MiamiState Unique
Type: NCI-Designated Cancer Center (Florida-Unique)
Region: South Florida (Miami main campus; satellite sites in Deerfie…
University of Miami's NCI-designated cancer center providing cancer clinical trials, precision oncology, bone marrow transplants, and the largest cancer program in South Florida. 14 locations bring cancer expertise across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.
(800) 545-2292 | 1475 NW 12th Ave, Miami, FL 33136https://sylvester.org
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society — Florida Chapters
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Florida (multiple FL chapters: South Florida, Flor…
Financial assistance for blood cancer patients, First Connection peer support, Light the Night walk events statewide (Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale), educational resources, and research funding.
1-800-955-4572 | lls.org/floridahttps://bloodcancerunited.org/article/leukemia-lymphoma-society-board-trustees-southern-florida-chapter
Susan G. Komen — Florida Affiliates
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (Breast Cancer)
Region: Statewide Florida (affiliates in South Florida, Greater Miam…
Financial assistance for breast cancer screening and treatment, patient navigation, education, Race for the Cure events statewide, and advocacy for Floridians.
1-877-465-6636 | komen.org/floridahttps://komen.org/florida
Florida Breast Cancer FoundationState Unique
Type: Cancer Advocacy Nonprofit (Florida-Unique)
Region: Statewide Florida
Florida's own breast cancer advocacy foundation. Statewide research funding, advocacy for screening access, early detection awareness, and support programs for Florida women affected by breast cancer.
Contact via flbreastcancer.orghttps://flbreastcancer.org
The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com — FloridaState Unique
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit Resource
Region: Statewide Florida
Free directory of mesothelioma and asbestos-cancer treatment centers, specialists, and clinical trials in Florida; patient advocate support, VA claims assistance for veterans exposed to asbestos, and free informational guides for patients and families.
1-800-615-2270 | asbestos.comhttps://www.asbestos.com/treatment/states/florida/
American Heart Association — Florida
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Florida (offices in Jacksonville, Tampa, Orlando, …
Heart disease and stroke education, CPR/AED training, Go Red for Women, Heart Walk events statewide (Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, and more), blood pressure screenings, advocacy, and research funding.
1-800-242-8721 | heart.org/floridahttps://heart.org/florida
Florida Hospital Association — Stroke-Ready Hospital Network
Type: Stroke Care Coordination
Region: Statewide Florida (100+ Stroke-Ready Hospitals and Comprehen…
Florida has one of the nation's most developed stroke hospital certification networks. Certified Stroke Centers at major systems including AdventHealth, Baptist Health, BayCare, Cleveland Clinic Florida, HCA Florida, and UF Health provide highest-level stroke care statewide.
Contact your nearest hospital ER for stroke emergencies (call 911)https://floridahospital.org
National MS Society — South Florida Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: South Florida (Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Monroe, and …
MS Navigator helpline, support groups across South Florida, Walk MS events (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach), financial assistance, educational programs, and referrals to MS specialists.
1-800-344-4867 | nationalmssociety.org/chapters/flsohttps://www.nationalmssociety.org/resources/get-connected/in-your-area/fla
National MS Society — North Florida Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: North and Central Florida (Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa, Gai…
MS Navigator helpline, support groups across North and Central Florida, Walk MS events (Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville), financial assistance, educational programs, and referrals to MS specialists.
1-800-344-4867 | nationalmssociety.org/chapters/flnohttps://www.nationalmssociety.org/resources/get-connected/in-your-area/flno
American Diabetes Association — Florida
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Florida (offices in Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa, …
Diabetes education, advocacy, Tour de Cure Florida cycling events, research, and connection to local diabetes education programs statewide.
1-800-342-2383 | diabetes.org/floridahttps://diabetes.org/local/florida
Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) — University of MiamiState Unique
Type: World-Leading Diabetes Research Center (Florida-Unique)
Region: Miami / South Florida (DRI at UMiami — national and internat…
The DRI is the world's leading center focused solely on finding a cure for diabetes. Cell transplantation, immunology, gene therapy, and the BioHub project. Clinical trial enrollment for Type 1 diabetes patients from across Florida and the world.
(305) 243-5321 | 1450 NW 10th Ave, Miami, FL 33136https://diabetesresearch.org
Sickle Cell Foundation of Greater Montgomery / Florida (FL advocacy network)
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit / State Advocacy
Region: Statewide Florida (multiple county-based sickle cell chapter…
Education, advocacy, support services, and resource navigation for Floridians living with sickle cell disease. Partners with the University of Miami, UF Health, and other academic SCD programs across Florida.
Contact local sickle cell org via 2-1-1 or scfgm.orghttps://scfgm.org
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation — Florida Chapter (Multiple CF Care Centers)
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Florida (CF care centers at Nicklaus Children's, U…
Access to accredited CF care centers, Compass Navigator for benefits assistance, financial assistance, clinical trials, and research funding.
1-800-344-4823 | cff.org/floridahttps://www.cff.org
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) — Florida
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Florida (care centers at UF Health, USF Health, Un…
Equipment loans, MDA Summer Camp (Florida camps), care center access, research funding, and peer support for Florida families.
1-800-572-1717 | mda.org/floridahttps://www.mda.org
Epilepsy Foundation of FloridaState Unique
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (Florida-Unique)
Region: Statewide Florida (Miami headquarters; statewide programs)
Education, support groups, Seizure Smart school programs, advocacy, medication assistance, resource referrals, and Florida's largest epilepsy helpline for people living with epilepsy.
1-888-606-3727 | efof.orghttps://efof.org
National Kidney Foundation — Florida Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Florida (Tampa-based; statewide outreach)
Patient financial assistance, organ donation awareness (Florida is the nation's largest organ donor state by volume), kidney health screenings, and education for Floridians with kidney disease.
1-800-622-9010 | kidney.org/floridahttps://www.kidney.org
Lupus Foundation of America — Florida Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Florida
Education, advocacy, Walk to End Lupus events (Tampa, Miami, Orlando), research funding, and support groups. Florida has among the highest lupus incidence in the US, particularly in Hispanic and African American communities.
1-800-558-0121 | lupus.org/floridahttps://lupus.org/florida
NAMI Florida (Statewide)
Type: Mental Health Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Florida (Tallahassee headquarters; 30+ local affil…
Advocacy, free programs (Family-to-Family, Peer-to-Peer, NAMI Basics, In Our Own Voice), HelpLine, support groups, and public policy work. Key affiliates: NAMI Miami, NAMI Tampa Bay, NAMI Greater Orlando, NAMI Broward, NAMI Jacksonville.
(850) 671-4445 | namiflorida.orghttps://namiflorida.org
Henderson Behavioral HealthState Unique
Type: Community Behavioral Health Nonprofit (Florida-Unique)
Region: South Florida / Broward County (Fort Lauderdale; Broward Cou…
One of Florida's largest behavioral health nonprofits. Comprehensive mental health, substance use, crisis services, children's services, and residential programs for 35,000+ South Floridians annually.
(954) 463-0911 | hendersonbehavioralhealth.orghttps://hendersonbehavioralhealth.org
Disability Rights Florida (DRF)
Type: Disability Rights / Legal Advocacy
Region: Statewide Florida (Tallahassee and Tampa offices; Protection…
Free legal advocacy for Floridians with disabilities including mental health conditions, developmental disabilities, and physical disabilities. Investigates abuse and rights violations in hospitals, group homes, and institutions statewide.
(800) 342-0823 | disabilityrightsflorida.orghttps://disabilityrightsflorida.org
Crisis Center of Tampa BayState Unique
Type: Community Crisis Services Nonprofit (Florida-Unique)
Region: Hillsborough County and surrounding Tampa Bay region
One of Florida's most comprehensive crisis centers. Operates the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for Tampa Bay, SafeLink (domestic violence), Sexual Assault Services, and the Behaviorally-Enhanced Assistance Team (BEAT) mobile crisis.
(813) 234-1234 | 2214 E. Henry Ave, Tampa, FL 33610https://crisiscenter.com
Salvation Army — Adult Rehabilitation Centers (Florida)
Type: Faith-Based (Christian) Recovery | Open to All
Region: Statewide Florida (16+ ARC locations including Miami, Tampa,…
Florida's Salvation Army ARC network is among the nation's most extensive. Residential substance use rehabilitation, work therapy program, transitional housing, and recovery support at no cost to participants.
1-800-SAL-ARMY | salvationarmyusa.org/arc/floridahttps://salvationarmyusa.org
Florida Council for Community Mental Health (FCCMH) / Substance Use Network
Type: Behavioral Health Policy Network
Region: Statewide Florida (Tallahassee headquarters)
Represents Florida's community behavioral health and substance use treatment providers. Advocates for funding and policies supporting recovery, and publishes statewide provider directories.
(850) 671-4700 | fccmh.orghttps://fccmh.org
Florida Alcohol & Drug Abuse Association (FADAA) / Helpline Florida
Type: Substance Use Helpline
Region: Statewide Florida
Free 24/7 substance use disorder helpline connecting Floridians to treatment, detox, and recovery resources across all 67 counties.
Helpline Florida: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) | fadaa.orghttps://fadaa.org
| Agency | Address / Phone | Counties Served |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest FL AAA | nwflaaa.org 5090 Commerce Park Cir, Pensacola 32505 | Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Walton (850) 494-7101 |
| Advantage Aging Solutions | advantageaging.org 2414 Mahan Dr, Tallahassee 32308 | Bay, Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor, Wakulla, Washington (14 counties) (850) 488-0055 | TF (866) 467-4624 |
| Elder Options | agingresources.org 100 SW 75th St #301, Gainesville 32607 | Alachua, Bradford, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Lafayette, Lake, Levy, Marion, Putnam, Sumter, Suwannee, Union (16 counties) (352) 378-6649 | TF (800) 262-2243 |
| ElderSource (NE Florida) | myeldersource.org 10688 Old St. Augustine Rd, Jacksonville 32257 | Baker, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam*, St. Johns, Volusia (8 counties, includes most of Jacksonville MSA) (904) 391-6600 | TF (888) 242-4464 |
| AAA of Pasco-Pinellas | agingcarefl.org 9549 Koger Blvd #100, St. Petersburg 33702 | Pasco, Pinellas (727) 570-9696 |
| Senior Connection Center | seniorconnectioncenter.org 8928 Brittany Way, Tampa 33619 | Hardee, Highlands, Hillsborough, Manatee, Polk (Tampa Bay metro + central FL counties) (813) 740-3888 | TF (800) 336-2226 |
| Senior Resource Alliance | seniorresourcealliance.org 3319 Maguire Blvd #100, Orlando 32803 | Brevard, Orange, Osceola, Seminole (Greater Orlando / Space Coast) (407) 514-0019 |
| AAA for Southwest FL | aaaswfl.org 2830 Winkler Ave #112, Fort Myers 33916 | Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hendry, Lee, Sarasota (239) 652-6900 | TF (866) 413-5337 |
| AAA of Palm Beach / Treasure Coast | aaapbtc.org 4400 N. Congress Ave, West Palm Beach 33407 | Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, Palm Beach, St. Lucie (561) 684-5885 | TF (866) 684-5885 |
| AAA of Broward County | adrcbroward.org 5300 Hiatus Rd, Sunrise 33351 | Broward (954) 745-9567 |
| Alliance for Aging (Miami-Dade / Monroe) | allianceforaging.org 760 NW 107th Ave #214, Miami 33172 | Miami-Dade, Monroe (305) 670-6500 |
Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Type: State Advocacy Program
Region: Statewide Florida (administered through FL DOEA; 17 regional…
Investigates complaints from nursing home and assisted living residents across Florida's 3,900+ long-term care facilities. Advocates for resident rights and quality of care. Florida has the most LTC facilities of any state.
1-888-831-0404 | elderaffairs.org/ombudsmanhttps://elderaffairs.org
AARP Florida — Caregiver Resources
Type: Nonprofit Advocacy & Support (50+)
Region: Statewide Florida (St. Petersburg state office and Miami off…
Family caregiver resource guides, AARP Caregiving Resource Line, driver safety, AARP Tax-Aide (Florida has one of the largest AARP Tax-Aide programs), advocacy for Florida caregiver and aging legislation.
1-866-595-7678 (FL State Office) | states.aarp.org/floridahttps://states.aarp.org/florida
Florida Legal Services / Legal Aid Statewide
Type: Legal Aid Nonprofit Network
Region: Statewide Florida (27 regional legal aid organizations servi…
Free civil legal assistance for low-income Floridians including seniors 60+. Elder law, housing, benefits, domestic violence, healthcare directives, and consumer issues through 27 regional providers coordinated by Florida Legal Services.
1-888-411-LAFL (5235) | floridalegal.orghttps://floridalegal.org
Aging Life Care Association — Florida Members
Type: Professional Geriatric Care Management
Region: Statewide Florida (largest concentration of professional ger…
Florida has hundreds of professional aging life care managers (formerly geriatric care managers) — private-pay professionals who coordinate care for complex elders. Find a certified ALCA member through the national directory.
Contact via aginglifecare.orghttps://aginglifecare.org
Catholic Hospice — Archdiocese of Miami (Catholic Health Services)State Unique
Type: Nonprofit Hospice Provider (Florida-Unique)
Region: Miami-Dade and Broward counties (inpatient and home hospice)
Florida's largest nonprofit hospice. Provides home hospice, inpatient centers, palliative care, and bereavement support — free grief support groups open to the community. One of the oldest hospice programs in the South.
(305) 351-7025 | catholichealthservices.org/hospicehttps://catholichealthservices.org
Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs (FDVA)
Type: State Government Agency
Region: Statewide Florida (Largo HQ; Bay Pines Benefits Division; 67…
Free VA benefits claims assistance through 67 County VSOs (in every county), the Florida Veterans' Benefits Guide, 5 State Veterans Nursing Homes (6th under construction), veterans employment (VetFlorida), Hope Navigator outreach, and the Florida Veterans Foundation emergency assistance network. Florida is 3rd in the US in veteran population.
(727) 319-7440 (Benefits) | 1-800-96-ELDER for aging vets | floridavets.orghttps://floridavets.org
Florida Veterans FoundationState Unique
Type: Veterans Emergency Assistance Nonprofit (Florida-Unique)
Region: Statewide Florida (Direct Support Organization of FDVA; stat…
Provides emergency financial assistance (housing, utilities, food, medical) to Florida veterans in need. Works through the 67 County VSO network — the closest-to-the-ground safety net for Florida's 1.5 million veterans. The Veterans Dental Program and annual Florida Veterans' Benefits Guide are flagship programs.
helpflvets.org | via 2-1-1 or (727) 319-7440https://helpflvets.org
American Legion — Department of Florida
Type: Veterans Service Organization
Region: Statewide Florida (700+ posts across all 67 counties; DeLand…
Veterans benefits assistance via Service Officers statewide, Boys/Girls State programs, scholarships, emergency financial assistance, advocacy in Tallahassee, and the American Legion Child Welfare Foundation.
(386) 734-1101 | 801 N. Woodland Blvd, DeLand, FL 32720https://floridalegion.org
Disabled American Veterans (DAV) — Department of Florida
Type: Veterans Advocacy Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Florida (Florida is the nation's #1 state for DAV …
Free VA benefits claims assistance, DAV Van transportation to VA facilities (largest Florida fleet), advocacy for disabled veterans, and emergency financial assistance. Florida's DAV is one of the most active in the nation.
dav.org/florida | (727) 319-7440 (FDVA)https://dav.org/florida
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) — Department of Florida
Type: Veterans Service Organization
Region: Statewide Florida (600+ posts statewide — largest VFW depart…
Free VA claims assistance through Service Officers, financial assistance for veterans, caregiver support, community service programs, and the Voice of Democracy and Patriots' Pen youth programs.
Contact via vfw.org/floridahttps://vfw.org/florida
Veterans Florida (Florida is for Veterans, Inc.)State Unique
Type: Veterans Employment Nonprofit (Florida-Unique)
Region: Statewide Florida (Tallahassee-based; created by the Florida…
Created by the Florida Legislature to help veterans find careers, start businesses, and connect with resources in Florida. Florida's designated SkillBridge assistance organization. Free career development, employer partnerships, and veteran entrepreneur support.
(850) 577-0035 | veteransflorida.orghttps://veteransflorida.org
Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS)
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All
Region: Miami-Dade, Monroe (Florida Keys) — Miami headquarters: 4200…
South Florida's largest Jewish social service agency serving 35,000+ people regardless of faith. Services: hot meals to frail seniors (200,000+ meals/year), emergency financial assistance, counseling, job skills training, JCS Access information & referral (305-576-6550), elder care management, and community programs.
(305) 576-6550 | 4200 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33137https://jcsfl.org
Gulf Coast Jewish Family & Community Services (GCJFCS)
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All
Region: Tampa Bay, Clearwater, Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, Hernan…
One of Florida's largest social service agencies (600+ employees). Services: Holocaust survivor care, foster care and adoption, mental health counseling, older adult and caregiver services, refugee resettlement, domestic violence, substance abuse, and workforce development. Founded over 50 years ago.
(727) 479-1800 | gulfcoastjewishfamilyandcommunityservices.orghttps://gulfcoastjewishfamilyandcommunityservices.org
Jewish Family Service Association of Palm Beach County (JFSA)
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All
Region: Palm Beach County (West Palm Beach headquarters)
Comprehensive social services for Palm Beach County: senior services, Holocaust survivor care, domestic violence services, mental health counseling, immigration assistance, emergency financial help, and community programs for all residents.
(561) 684-1991 | jfsa.orghttps://jfsa.org
The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services (Jacksonville)
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All — Founded 1917
Region: Northeast Florida (Jacksonville — 8540 Baycenter Rd, Jackson…
Serving Northeast Florida since 1917. Mental health counseling, elder services, caregiver support, Holocaust survivor programs, immigration, food assistance, and community programs for all regardless of faith.
(904) 448-1933 | jfcsjax.orghttps://jfcsjax.org
Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando (JFS Orlando)
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All
Region: Central Florida (Orlando, Seminole County, surrounding areas…
Mental health counseling, older adult and caregiver services, emergency financial assistance, immigration legal services, food assistance, domestic violence services, and refugee integration for Central Florida residents of all backgrounds.
(407) 644-7593 | jfsorlando.orghttps://jfsorlando.org
Jewish Family & Children's Services of the Suncoast (JFCS)
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All
Region: Sarasota and Manatee Counties (Sarasota headquarters)
Mental health counseling, older adult and senior services, domestic violence advocacy, emergency assistance, and community programs for all Sarasota/Manatee area residents regardless of faith.
(941) 366-2224 | jfcs-cares.orghttps://jfcs-cares.org
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Miami
Type: Faith-Based (Catholic) | Open to All
Region: Miami-Dade, Broward, Monroe Counties (incorporated 1931; 14+…
One of Florida's largest nonprofits. Comprehensive services: emergency food and financial assistance, immigration legal services, refugee resettlement (largest in South Florida), counseling, housing, domestic violence services, senior care, and the Florida Catholic Charities Network. Serves all regardless of faith.
catholiccharitiesmiami.org | (305) 576-6800https://catholiccharitiesmiami.org
Catholic Charities of Central Florida (Diocese of Orlando)
Type: Faith-Based (Catholic) | Open to All
Region: Diocese of Orlando — Orange, Osceola, Brevard, Lake, Seminol…
Comprehensive services: free medical and dental clinics (throughout Diocese of Orlando), immigration legal services (largest in Central FL), comprehensive refugee services, emergency financial/food assistance, outpatient mental health, housing programs, and senior wellness.
(407) 658-1818 | cflcc.orghttps://cflcc.org
Catholic Charities — Diocese of Palm Beach
Type: Faith-Based (Catholic) | Open to All
Region: Palm Beach, Martin, Indian River, Okeechobee, St. Lucie Coun…
Emergency food/financial assistance, immigration, pregnancy support, homeless family services, human trafficking victim services, elder care, and disaster relief.
(561) 820-5340 | ccdpb.orghttps://ccdpb.org
Catholic Charities Bureau — Diocese of St. Augustine
Type: Faith-Based (Catholic) | Open to All
Region: Northeast Florida — Alachua, Bradford, Baker, Clay, Columbia…
Emergency assistance, immigration, counseling, family services, and community programs across Northeast Florida.
ccbdosa.org | (904) 354-4846https://ccbdosa.org
Catholic Charities — Diocese of Venice
Type: Faith-Based (Catholic) | Open to All
Region: Southwest Florida — Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hard…
Emergency food and financial assistance, pregnancy support (Our Mother's House maternity home), counseling, senior services, and community programs across Southwest Florida.
(941) 484-9543 | catholiccharitiesdov.orghttps://catholiccharitiesdov.org
Lutheran Services Florida (LSF)
Type: Faith-Based (Lutheran) | Open to All — One of Florida's Largest Nonprofits
Region: Statewide Florida — all 67 counties (Tampa headquarters; 60+…
One of Florida's largest nonprofits (est. 1982; 1,800+ employees). Services include: refugee resettlement and integration (one of Florida's largest refugee programs), child welfare and foster care, behavioral health counseling, homelessness prevention, domestic violence, elder care, juvenile justice, and adult education. Serves 90,000+ Floridians annually, 85% of whom come from underserved communities. Non-sectarian — serves all regardless of faith.
(813) 875-5755 | 3627 W. Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33614 | lsfnet.orghttps://lsfnet.org
The Salvation Army — Florida (Multiple Divisions)
Type: Faith-Based (Christian) | Open to All
Region: Statewide Florida (Florida is divided among Eastern, Souther…
Emergency financial assistance, food pantries, homeless shelters, disaster relief, Angel Tree holiday program, 16+ Adult Rehabilitation Centers (addiction recovery — one of the nation's largest state ARC networks), and senior programs.
1-800-SAL-ARMY | Find your corps: salvationarmyusa.org/floridahttps://salvationarmyusa.org
Feeding Florida / Florida Food Bank Network
Type: Nonprofit Food Security
Region: Statewide Florida (8 Feeding America-member food banks: Seco…
Florida's network of 8 food banks serves 4+ million Floridians annually through 3,000+ partner agencies including food pantries, senior nutrition programs, shelters, and schools. Feeding South Florida and Feeding Tampa Bay are among the nation's largest food banks by distribution volume.
Dial 2-1-1 to find your nearest food bank | feedingflorida.orghttps://feedingflorida.org
United Way of Florida / 2-1-1 Florida
Type: Community Nonprofit Network | Open to All
Region: Statewide Florida (major United Ways in Miami, Tampa, Orland…
2-1-1 Florida provides 24/7 referrals to food, housing, health care, caregiver support, mental health, disaster assistance, and emergency services across all 67 counties in multiple languages.
Dial 2-1-1 | fl211.org | uwof.orghttps://fl211.org
Islamic Social Services Association Florida / CAIR Florida
Type: Faith-Based (Muslim) | Open to All
Region: Statewide Florida (South Florida, Tampa Bay, Central FL, and…
Community welfare programs, emergency assistance, food distribution, Ramadan food drives, and social services through Florida's large and active Muslim community organizations.
Contact via cairflorida.orghttps://cairflorida.org
The Arc of Florida
Type: Disability Services Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Florida (Tallahassee headquarters; 30+ local Arc c…
Advocacy, support, and resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families across Florida. Supports the APD Medicaid waiver system that serves 30,000+ Floridians with I/DD.
(850) 921-0460 | arcflorida.orghttps://arcflorida.org
Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) — Florida
Type: State I/DD Service System
Region: Statewide Florida (15 APD area offices across all 67 countie…
Florida's state agency for individuals with I/DD including autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and intellectual disabilities. Administers the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver program for 30,000+ Floridians with I/DD.
(866) APD-CARES | apd.myflorida.comhttps://apd.myflorida.com
Autism Society of Greater Orlando / CARD Florida Network
Type: Disability / Autism Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Florida (Centers for Autism and Related Disabiliti…
Florida's CARD network, funded through the Florida Legislature, provides free community education, technical assistance, and resource referrals for Floridians with autism and their families through 7 university-based centers. Autism Society chapters in Orlando, Miami, Tampa, and Jacksonville also provide community support.
1-800-9-AUTISM | card-usf.fmhi.usf.eduhttps://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu
211 Florida (United Way)
Type: Social Services Referral
Region: Statewide Florida — all 67 counties
Free 24/7 referral service for food, housing, health care, caregiver resources, mental health, substance use, hurricane disaster assistance, and more in Spanish, Creole, and other languages. Florida's 2-1-1 is among the nation's highest-volume systems, especially during hurricane season.
Dial 2-1-1 | fl211.orghttps://fl211.org
Florida Health Justice Project / Community Health Centers
Type: Health Equity Nonprofit / FQHC Network
Region: Statewide Florida (28+ Federally Qualified Health Centers wi…
Florida's network of FQHCs provides primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services on a sliding-fee scale to uninsured and underinsured Floridians. Find your nearest FQHC at findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov.
findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov | 1-877-464-4772https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov
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