Duval County, FL Assistance Programs

Our housing assistance programs include HUD, housing assistance, Section 8, subsidized housing programs in Duval County.

Trinity Rescue Mission

622 W Union Street
Jacksonville, FL - 32202
(904)355-1205
Trinity Rescue Mission provides overnight shelters, meals, residential programs, transitional housing, and counseling for men and women. Hours: Sunday - Saturday, 9:00 am - 9:00 pm...

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Salvation Army Towers Center of Hope Shelter

900 West Adams St
Jacksonville, FL - 32204
(904) 356-8641
Services: Offers housing for single women and families and temporary housing for men. ..

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Salvation Army NE Command

8 900 W Adams St
Jacksonville, FL - 32254
(904)356-8641
The program provides housing, three meals a day, substance abuse support, and other transitional services, such as employment, education, transportation, clothing, permanent housing and referral services for medical, dental and mental heath needs...

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Nia Terrace

6316 San Juan Ave.
Jacksonville, FL - 32210
(904)786-6886
Provides Homelessness housing, housing program, community partnership and afterschool and summer camp programs. Call for hours...

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Jacksonville Salvation Army Meal Ministry

900 W. Adams Street
Jacksonville, FL - 32204
904.356.8641
Dinner Served 7 days a week, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. Hours are subject to change. Please call to verify. The Salvation Army offers shelter and traditional housing, dinner, counseling and job assistance services. The shelter has 122 beds. Dinner is served nightly from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. The Salvation Army offers a substance abuse program and job training and placement services...

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Jacksonville Housing Authority

1300 Broad Street
Jacksonville, FL - 32202
(904)630-3877
Provides safe, clean, affordable housing and effective social services to low and moderate income families and individuals. Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m...

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House of Refuge Ministries

2137 Liberty St
Jacksonville, FL - 32202
(904)354-2233
Faith-based, ex-offender re-entry program. Provides affordable housing for single MEN reentering the community from the prison system. Also offers a clothes closet, food items, referrals and organizational payee services (SSA & SSI)...

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House Of Galeed

1603 East 15th Street
Jacksonville, FL - 32203
(904) 373-8125
Cost: Private Room w/ meals & Laundry $1,000.00 monthly (Single Male Only) Semi-private (2 Occupants $850.00). They offer faith based supportive housing designed to provide housing and appropriate support services to Males who are transitioning, homeless or who are close to homelessness. The transition is to help them be more self sufficient to move toward independent living on their own. Services provided at transitional housing home varies from substance abuse treatment, to personal assistance, job training, domestic violence assistance, etc ..

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Ability Housing

126 W. Adams Street
Jacksonville, FL - 32202
(904)359-9650
Provides housing for families that have at least one adult with a developmental or acquired disability and is low income as defined by HUD. Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am -5:00 pm...

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The Sulzbacher Center

611 E Adams Street
Jacksonville, FL - 32202
(904)359-0457
This is an emergency shelter for men, women, and children. Food, medical, and dental services are provided. Hours: 24/7...

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The Salvation Army Duval County

900 West Adams Street
Jacksonville, FL - 32204
(904) 301-4791
Provides Thanksgiving and Christmas Assistance. Holiday Hotline (904)301-4791 Thanksgiving assistance includes groceries typical for a Thanksgiving meal based on family size. Christmas assistance includes Angel Tree gifts for children of qualified families for ages 12 years of age and under. Application Dates & Times: October 1 - 13: Monday - Friday 9:00am 11:30am. 1pm -3pm.*** Saturdays October 6, 13 9:00am 11:30am. Documentation needed: Picture I.D. for all adults in household, Social Security cards for all household members (including adults), Birth certificates for all children (age 18 and under).Or legal proof of custody. Verification of all household income which can include: TANF, SNAPS, child support and see qualifying income criteria- last 3 consecutive pay stubs, social security/disability award letters, unemployment benefits statement, school tuition letter, etc. A self employed individual must provide completed tax returns from previous year. Verification of all household expenses: utilities bill with service address, car insurance, car note, utility allowance, medical bills, etc. Proof of residency: lease, deed, or mortgage statement. If you are living with family/friends and you are not on the lease, you must still meet the qualifying income criteria, and present a notarized letter from the person on the lease that states the named individuals living with them (include address and rent charged, if any) In addition, you must provide incoming mail to verify address, if utility bill cannot be attained...

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Jacksonville Salvation Army Food Pantry

140 N. Davis Street
Jacksonville, FL - 32204
(904) 355-5239
Hours: Mondays through Fridays 9am to 12 noon. To receive assistance you must have one item from each category. Identity must be proven for all members of the household (a household includes all those living in the house, even if you are not related. If you are living together, you must apply for food assistance as one household). Required by all: Picture ID for all adults in household, Birth certificates for all children, Verification of all household income (wages, AFDC, Social Security benefits, SSI or SSDI, unemployment benefits, child support, etc.), Proof of residency (lease or deed), Verification of all household expenses (utilities bill, car note, medication receipts, etc.),Required if applicable: Food Stamp benefit statement, If you are living with family/friends and you are not on the lease, you must present a letter from the person on the lease that states they allow you to live with them (include the address) and bring the lease with their name on it...

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Gleaners Dispatch

8207 103rd Street
Jacksonville, FL - 32210
(904)777-6344
Re-distributes free, fresh food during the week to anyone needing a meal. Main site is the Nassau County 4H Building in Callahan. NOTE: Not a food pantry or food bank. Call main number or check website for distribution days and times. Hours: 9:00 to 11:00 am (or until food is gone)..

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Downtown Ecumenical Services

215 N Ocean St.
Jacksonville, FL - 32202
(904) 358-7955
Food Pantry and Clothing Center schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays  9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Documentation required to receive food: JEA bill, rental lease or rent receipt. Documentation required to receive clothing: IDs for each family member. Financial assistance requests are by appointment only. ..

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Clara White Mission

613 W Ashley St,
Jacksonville, FL - 32202
(904)354-4162
Meals provided M-Wed, 11:30-1:00 pm. Hours: 8:30-4:30 Mon-Fri; 8:30-11:00 Sat-Sunday...

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City Rescue Mission

426 S McDuff Avenue
Jacksonville, FL - 32254
(904)387-4357
It is a non-profit organization that helps rebuild the lives of homeless and needy people through life-building programs. Services: Provides meals, shelter, and emergency services. Hours of Operation: Open 24 hours ..

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Circle of Love Ministries

13519 N Main St
Jacksonville, FL - 32218
(904)751-1034
Homeless shelter and ministry. Offers food and clothing. Hours: Call for hours..

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Christ Church of Peace Food Pantry

1240 S McDuff Ave.
Jacksonville, FL - 32205
(904)387-2020
They provide food to those who need assistance. ..

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Catholic Charities Food Pantry

1470 West 13th Street
Jacksonville, FL - 32209
(904) 354-3416
Catholic Charities Food Pantry assigns tickets beginning at 8:30 a.m. on the days of distribution for up to 70 clients. You must have ticket in order to be served. Guests can return every two weeks, and our team collects basic demographics of each household. One ticket is permitted per household, and you must be present when your number is called. If you are not present, our team will move on to the next number - so please stick around once you receive your ticket. During holidays, please check their website or call us for adjusted food distribution schedules. Food Pantry is located at: St. Pius V Catholic Church Campus 1470 West 13th Street Jacksonville, 32209 Food Pantry Hours: Wednesday and Friday, 10:30 am. - 11:30 am. Main office is located at: 40 East Adams Street Suite 320 Jacksonville, FL 32202 ..

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Volunteers in Medicine

41 E. Duval St.
Jacksonville, FL - 32202
(904)399-2766
Free clinic for uninsured. Application required to receive services(must be working 20 hrs or more) income eligibility applies (with documentation) photo ID, birth certificates and current photo for children. Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00pm Tuesday-Friday, Saturdays: 9:am-12:00pm..

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Northeast Florida Area Agency on Aging, Inc.

10688 Old St. Augustine Road
Jacksonville, FL - 32257
(904)391-6600
Provides Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program (EHEAP), assists low-income households, with at least one person age 60 and older, when the households are experiencing a home energy emergency. A home energy emergency may result from a delinquent utility bill, lack of fuel or wood, or the receipt of a shut off notice. Payments are for home heating or cooling and other emergency energy-related costs during the heating (October-March) and cooling (April-September) seasons.Eligible households may be provided one benefit per season, up to $600 per season. Program beneficiaries may receive vouchers to purchase blankets, portable heaters, and fans. The program can also help pay for repairs to existing heating or cooling equipment or for re-connection fees. Eligibility: Documented heating or cooling emergency, at least one individual age 60 or older in the home, and a gross household annual income equal to or less than 150 percent of the federal poverty guidelines. Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8 am - 5pm...

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North East Florida Community Action Agency

1133 Ionia St.
Jacksonville, FL - 32206
(904)358-7474
LIHEAP helps low-income households to meet immediate and emergency energy needs at home. NFCAA makes direct payments to utilities when a household does not have the funds and risks having its electricity cut off. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm ..

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Hope Haven

4600 Beach Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL - 32207
(904)346-5100
Services: Therapy, education services for AD, or learning of children with disabilities. Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Fees: Hope Haven aims to provide customers with high-quality service at the lowest possible cost. Their employees are committed to helping you understand your personal coverage, deductibles, co-payments, and patient liabilities, and make your first appointment. For customers without insurance, Hope Haven offers a reduced self-payment fee plan. In addition, when financing is available, Hope Haven provides financial assistance in selected services for families with qualified financial needs. ..

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Consolidated City of Jacksonville- Senior Services Division

117 West Duval Street, Suite 210
Jacksonville, FL - 32202
(904)630-3410
This office provides Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program (EHEAP), assists low-income households, with at least one person age 60 and older, when the households are experiencing a home energy emergency. A home energy emergency may result from a delinquent utility bill, lack of fuel or wood, or the receipt of a shut off notice. Payments are for home heating or cooling and other emergency energy-related costs during the heating (October-March) and cooling (April-September) seasons.Eligible households may be provided one benefit per season, up to $600 per season. Program beneficiaries may receive vouchers to purchase blankets, portable heaters, and fans. The program can also help pay for repairs to existing heating or cooling equipment or for re-connection fees. Eligibility: Documented heating or cooling emergency, at least one individual age 60 or older in the home, and a gross household annual income equal to or less than 150 percent of the federal poverty guidelines. Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm...

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Florida Community Prevention Center, Jacksonville Office (Operation New Hope)

40 East State Street, Suite B
Jacksonville, FL - 32202
(904)353-2508
Provides education and awareness-raising on substance abuse, community development skills development, sexual violence counseling, community health forums including anger management, health training, and seminars, youth counseling. Note: Most services are open and free of charge to the public. Also provides physical services and access to other medical and health services. The website for free confidential HIV/AIDS testing is open to everyone. By appointment every Saturday and Sunday. Fees: Accepts Medicaid and accept others on a sliding scale. Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., . By appointment only on Saturdays and Sundays. ..

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Hubbard House

PO Box 4909
Jacksonville, FL - 32201
(904)354-3114
Services: They provide shelter for victims of domestic violence, an intervention program for abusers; They   offer intervention and prevention. Age groups: All Hours of Operation: Call for hours of information. ..

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Local Rehab Assistance: 866-481-4384
Specialists trained to find the best treatment solutions at little to no cost. Call for location and rates for rehab.

Women’s Center of Jacksonville Rape Recovery Team

5644 Colcord Ave.
Jacksonville, FL - 32211
(904)722-3000
The Rape Recovery Team responds quickly and compassionately to adult and teen survivors of sexual assault, whether or not they have chosen to report the crime to police. Hours: Mon - Thur, 9am - 6pm, Friday: 9am - 5 pm...

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Salvation Army Child Development Center

38 North Ocean St
Jacksonville, FL - 32202
904-665-0102
Hours of operation: Mondays through Fridays 6:30am to 6:15pm. VPK hours: Mondays throug Fridays 9am to 12 noon. Operate all year round with VPK running August through June. ***Applications are accepted throughout the year. Children ages 6 weeks through 5 years...

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Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center

450 Atlantic Blvd.
Neptune Beach, FL - 32266
(904)746-3516
The mission of the Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center is to provide a venue enhancing the quality of life and independence of people aged 55+ residing at the Beaches and surrounding Duval County area. Our desire is to promote, sponsor, and coordinate programs and activities that are culturally, intellectually, physically, and socially stimulating on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis in a clean and safe environment. The Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center provides services to 1200+ seniors living at and around the Beaches community. Promoting, sponsoring, and coordinating programs/activities, which are socially, physically, culturally, and intellectually stimulating is our "DRIVE!"..

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Mental Health Resource Center

11820 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL - 32246
(904)642-9100
Outpatient & Inpatient MH for child/adolescent. Sliding Scale. Age groups: all. Hours: 24/7...

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Learn to Read, Center for Adult Learning, Conference Level

303 N Laura Street
Jacksonville, FL - 32202
(904)238-9000
Services: Learn to Read offers free training in Mathematics and English as well as GED preparation. Hours of Operation: Monday, Thursday, Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday,  11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. ..

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Jacksonville Urban League

903 West Union Street
Jacksonville, FL - 32204
(904)723-4007
Free Preschool program for children 3 to 5 yrs. Child has to be 3 by September 1st Families below 150% FPL. Hours: 8:30 to 2:00pm and extended care available. Fees: Based on income Level...

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Goodwill- Job Junction

6841 Blanding Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL - 32244
(904)779-2894
Free employment services to those seeking employment such as workshops (computer use, resume writing, soft skills), career counseling, on-site interviews with employers, career fairs, job listings, and Hello Line for those without a phone to contact and be contacted by employers for pre-employment purposes. Check website for more locations. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm..

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Charlie T. Joseph Senior Center

6943 Buffalo Ave.
Jacksonville, FL - 32208
(904)768-4762
The Senior Services Division administers community-wide social service programs serving older adults in Jacksonville/Duval County. Mission Statement - To encourage and empower senior citizens to live active, independent lifestyles through social, educational and wellness programs. Vision - We strive to add years to their life and life to their years. The Community and Senior Center Services Program administers facilities, programs, activities and services that support the successful living and aging of Jacksonville residents. The cultural, educational and social activities at our 20 centers are organized for active, engaged citizens 60 years of age and over. Several locations have weekly dances with live bands. Centers are available to the public for meetings, conferences, dinners, receptions and other private functions...

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Bennie Furlong Beaches Senior Center

281 19th Ave. S
Jacksonville Beach, FL - 32250
(904)241-3796
The Senior Services Division administers community-wide social service programs serving older adults in Jacksonville/Duval County. Mission Statement - To encourage and empower senior citizens to live active, independent lifestyles through social, educational and wellness programs. Vision - We strive to add years to their life and life to their years. The Community and Senior Center Services Program administers facilities, programs, activities and services that support the successful living and aging of Jacksonville residents. The cultural, educational and social activities at our 20 centers are organized for active, engaged citizens 60 years of age and over. Several locations have weekly dances with live bands. Centers are available to the public for meetings, conferences, dinners, receptions and other private functions...

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All Saints Early Learning Adult day care

4171 Hendricks Avenue
Jacksonville, FL - 32207
(904)737-7800
The ADC program is designed for special needs, fragile adults unable to stay home alone. Whether you are concerned about an adult that is physically, cognitively, or developmentally disabled or simply seek companionship and involvement for the adult in your care, All Saints provides a program of the highest standards. Hours: Monday-Friday : 7:00am-5:30pm...

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