Health, Emergency, Employment, Social Security, and Veterans Services
Apply online for food stamps (SNAP), cash assistance (TANF), and Medicaid benefits through the Florida Department of Children & Families.
myflorida.com/accessflorida →Florida’s Temporary Cash Assistance program for families in need. Deaf / Hard of Hearing TTY line available.
TTY: 1-866-980-7367
Public health services for Alachua County residents including immunizations, STD testing, WIC, and more.
(352) 334-7900Florida’s official source for job opportunities, career training, and employment services statewide.
employflorida.com →Apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits online.
ssa.gov →Veterans can apply for healthcare, disability compensation, pension, education, and housing benefits online through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
va.gov/apply-for-benefits →Substance abuse treatment information, resources, and referrals to licensed treatment programs throughout Florida.
drugrehab.com/florida →If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Report child or adult abuse, neglect, or exploitation
Mental health crisis support for Alachua County residents
24/7 confidential support for domestic violence victims
Statewide health and human services information line
Confidential support and advocacy for survivors
LGBTQ+ support and resource line
Organizations serving the Gainesville and Alachua County community.
Medical: (352) 485-1133 • Dental: (352) 485-2772
Free medical and dental care for low-income individuals and families.
Student-run free clinic providing primary care to uninsured patients.
Public health services, immunizations, STD testing, WIC, and more.
Primary care services for the Eastside Gainesville community.
Volunteer physician network providing specialty care referrals to uninsured patients.
Emergency assistance, housing support, and case management services.
Emergency food, clothing, financial assistance, and community support.
Emergency shelter, meals, disaster relief, and social services in Gainesville.
Day shelter, meals, showers, clothing, and case management for homeless adults.
Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-500-1119
Comprehensive domestic violence services including shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and community education.