Bushnell, FL Assistance Programs

Mid Florida Community Services - Sumter County

410 East Belt Avenue
Bushnell, FL - 33513
(844) 873-3185
Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Contact Information: Energy Assistance - (833) 232-1752; HeadStart - (352) 568-0821; Senior Services - (352) 793-6111; Weatherization Assistance Program - (352) 796-1427; Emergency/Support Services Emergency/Support Services assistance is available to low-income households who are at 125% or less of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Family Self-Sufficiency Program The Family Self-Sufficiency Program assists low-income individuals who are in need of additional education or job skills training with securing employment at a living wage. Energy Assistance The Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists eligible households who are at 150% or less of the Federal Poverty Guidelines with paying energy/gas bills to prevent service interruption. Early Head Start and Head Start Head Start is a federally funded preschool program that promotes the school readiness of low-income children ages birth to 5 years of age by enhancing their cognitive, social and emotional development. Senior Services Senior Services Department provides a variety of services designed to help Seniors live a healthy, independent lifestyle and avoid placement in assisted living facilities. Weatherization Assistance Program The program is designed to reduce the monthly energy burden on low-income households by improving the energy efficiency of the home. ..