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Community Resource Guide

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While United Way of Collier and the Keys is not currently able to provide direct financial assistance, we’ve compiled a helpful list of health and human services resources available to Keys residents.

Downloadable, printable versions are available below in English, Spanish, and Creole:

English Resource Guide

Guía de recursos en español

Gid Resous an kreyòl

3 Language Resource Guide

 

This guide is designed to help our community access important resources during times of uncertainty. It includes information on childcare, food pantries, rent and utility assistance, medical and mental health services, and more.

While we do our best to keep the guide updated, resources may change—so we recommend reaching out to each organization directly to confirm availability.

 

PROVIDERS: Updates and additions should be emailed to alissa.hudak@uwcollierkeys.org.

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Affordable Rental Property Options

Affordable Rental Property Options

This list is to help our community find affordable rental properties. While we try our best to keep this list updated, these listings are all subject to change. Please reach out directly to the landlord to make sure the resource is still available.

 

Upper Keys (Key Largo, Tavernier, Islamorada)

 

Tradewinds Hammocks Apartments

100 Hammocks Trl Key Largo, FL 33037

Phone: 305-451-1415

Email:

tradewindsleasing@agpmanager.com

 

Paradise Point Senior Apartments 55+

4 North Blackwater Key Largo, FL 33037 

Phone: 305-974-1685

Website

 

Blue Water Apartments

100 Burton Dr Tavernier, FL 33070

Phone: 305-852-9100

Website

 

 

Middle Keys (Duck Key, Fiesta Key, Long Key, Islands of Marathon)

 

73 Ocean Apartments

311 73rd St Ocean Marathon, FL 33050

Phone: 305-916-5416

Email: 73oceanmgr@agpmanager.com 

Website: www.73oceanapts.com

 

Boatworks Apartments

700 39th St Marathon, FL 33050

Phone: 786-745-1117 

Website: www.boatworksresidences.com

 

Caya Place Apartments

751 73rd St Oc Marathon, FL 33050 

Phone: 305-916-5416

Email: cayaplacemgr@agpmanager.com 

Website: www.cayaplaceapts.com

 

Residences at Marathon Key

4800 Overseas Hwy Marathon, FL 33050

Phone: 305-768-9602 

 

Sea Grape Apartments

7159 Overseas Hwy Marathon, FL 33050

Phone: 305-928-2054

Website: www.seagrapeliving.com

 

Tropical Isle

260 41st St Marathon, FL 33050

Phone: 305-743-0079 

 

Eastwind Apartments

240 Sombrero Rd Marathon, FL 33050 

Phone: 305-743-5765  

 

 

Lower Keys (Big Coppitt, Big Pine Key, Big Torch Key, Boca Chica Key, Cudjoe Key, East Rockland Key, Little Torch Key, Lower Sugarloaf Key, Middle Torch Key, Ramrod Key, Rockland Key, Saddlebuch Keys, Summerland Key, Stock Island, Sugarloaf Key, Key West)

 

Atlantic Pines Apartments

400 County Rd Ste Big Pine Key, FL 33043

Phone: 305-872-9383 

 

Quarry Apartments

10 Betty Rose Dr Key West, FL 33040

Phone: 833-670-3901

Website: www.quarrykeywest.com

 

Cayo Del Mar Apartments

5501 Third Ave Key West, FL 33040

Phone: 305-294-6366 

 

Poinciana Royale Apartments

1341 McCarthy Ln Key West, FL 33040

Phone: 305-293-8277 

 

Flagler Village Apartments

5300 MacDonald Ave Stock Island, FL 33040

Phone: 305-294-2299

Website: www.flaglervillageapts.com

 

Banyan Grove Apartments

5455 MacDonald Ave Stock Island, FL 33040

Phone: 305-294-3735

Website: www.banyangroveapts.com

 

Meridian West Apartments

6701 Shrimp Rd Key West, FL 33040

Phone: 305-783-3480

Email:

meridianwestmgr@elmingtonpm.com

Website: www.meridianwest-apts.com

 

Douglass Square Apartments

800 Emma St Key West, FL 33040

Phone: 305-296-4805 

 

Mariner’s Cove

3330 Northside Dr #214 Key West, FL 33040

Phone: 305-295-1333

Website: www.marinerscoveap.com

Community Services

Community Services

211 of Miami-Dade and Monroe: Provides information and referrals to statewide resources, including suicide prevention, food banks, shelters, legal aid, and more. 211.org – 2-1-1.

 

CareerSource SouthWest Florida: Helps with resume writing, job searching, networking, and job readiness skills. careersourcesouthwestflorida.com – Key West 305-849-6371, Tavernier 305-849-2237

 

City of Key West, Major Parks and Facilities: Maintains public parks, trails, and beaches, provides free parking locations, and shares gym and pool schedules. cityofkeywest-fl.gov – 305-809-3700

 

The College of the Florida Keys: Classes, workshops, degree and certification programs, library services, computer access, and student clubs and organizations. CFK.edu – Key West 305-296-9081, Upper Keys 305-809-3147

 

Community Foundation of the Florida Keys: Making Key West and the Florida Keys a better place to live, both now and in the future, by encouraging philanthropy and aligning these acts of caring with community needs. CFFK.org – 305-292-1502

 

Cornerstone Resource Alliance: Provides case management, ID assistance, bus tickets, referrals, mail services, and connections to resources such as food stamps. keyscra.org – Key West 305-240-1191 or 305-240-4226

 

Key West Business Guild: LGBTQIA-supported network that promotes commerce and events with local LGBTQIA-friendly businesses. gaykeywestfl.com – Key West 305-294-4603 or 800‑535‑7797

 

Keys Immigrant Coalition: A volunteer-led nonprofit dedicated to protecting and defending immigrants’ rights in the Florida Keys through education, advocacy, and outreach. keysimmigrant.org

 

League of Women Voters of the Lower Keys: Committed to fostering an informed and engaged electorate and defending voters’ rights. lowerkeyslwv.org

 

Monroe County Homeless Services Continuum-of-Care: Promotes the community-wide goal of ending homelessness by facilitating the Continuum of Care process. monroehomelesscoc.org – 239-302-8257

 

Monroe County Public Library: Free internet, lending of physical and digital books and movies, children’s programs, and community events. keyslibraries.org – Key West 305-292-3595, Big Pine 305-872-0992, Marathon 305-743-5156, Islamorada 305-664-4645, Key Largo 305‑451‑2396

 

Monroe County Stars of Hope: Offers financial support to first responders and their families in public safety. 305‑293-7325

 

Monroe County Veterans Affairs: Transportation to Miami VA for veterans by appointment. benefits.va.gov/benefits – Key West 305‑295‑5150, Key Largo 305‑453-8777

 

Queer Keys: LGBTQ+ community organization based in Key West. Support, education, empowerment, and celebration of the queer community in the Florida Keys. queerkeys.org

 

United Way of Collier and the Keys: Improves quality of life in Monroe County by strengthening community resiliency, financial security, health, and youth opportunities through internal programs and nonprofit partnerships. UWCollierKeys.org – 305-735-1929

 

Weatherization Assistance Program – DEO/WAP: A federally funded program that reduces energy bills for income-eligible households. 305-292-4405

Disaster Resources

Disaster Resources

Catholic Charities of Monroe County

Disaster relief assistance for rental, utilities, and mortgages.

ccadm.org – Key West 305-292-9790

 

Lott Carey – NBCA Disaster Services Network 

Disaster preparedness workshops for adults and children, mold awareness (housing & health), smoke detector installation; mental health training, family resiliency workshops, case management referrals; Pillowcase Project presentations to grades 3-5. email – Key West 239-293-9848

 

Monroe County Emergency Management Special Needs Registry

Transportation and sheltering assistance to persons with special needs during evacuations, as a last resort. To be a part of the program and screened for eligibility, you must preregister HERE

Countywide 305-292-4591

 

Red Cross 

Provides disaster response services, including emergency needs. Group Preparedness presentations are available a no charge, including many virtual presentations.

redcross.org/local/florida/south-florida

– 954-797-3829   

 

The Salvation Army  

813-892-3342

 

United Way of Collier and the Keys: Improves quality of life in Monroe County by strengthening community resiliency, financial security, health, and youth opportunities through internal programs and nonprofit partnerships. UWCollierKeys.org – 305-735-1929

Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services

Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services

Christina’s Courage: Provides services for sexual assault survivors, including SANE exams, advocacy, and therapy, regardless of reporting intentions. christinascourage.org – Key West 305‑916‑0673, Therapy 305-295-8839

 

Coordinated Victims Assistance Center (CVAC): Provides crisis intervention, education, case management, and supportive services. 305-285-5900

 

Domestic Abuse Shelter of the Florida Keys, Inc: Emergency housing, crisis intervention, and case management. domesticabuseshelter.org – 24-hour hotline 305‑743‑4440, 24-hour text hotline 305-240-0105, office 305‑743‑5452

 

Florida Council Against Sexual Violence: Emergency shelter, support services, education, resource referrals, counseling, and case management. fcasv.org – 888-956-7273

 

Florida Dept. of Children and Families – Domestic Violence: 24/7 emergency shelter, counseling, supportive services, legal assistance, and resource referrals. myflfamilies.com – Statewide 800-500-1119, Southern region 786-257-5148

 

Living Springs Counseling: Workshops for community leaders, churches, and parents on reducing domestic violence, as well as parenting workshops approved by Upper Keys Family Court for mandated classes. 305-432-9554

 

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Victim Advocate Program: Emergency response and support services. keysso.net – Lower Keys 305-745-3184, Middle Keys 305-289-2430, Upper Keys 305-853-3211

Emergency and Financial Assistance

Emergency and Financial Assistance

Catholic Charities of Monroe County: Rental, utilities, and mortgage assistance. ccadm.org – 305‑292‑9790

 

Cheryl Cates Memorial Foundation: Continuing Cheryl’s legacy of “filling in the gaps” to help those in need. cherylcates.org

 

Florida Dept. of Children and Families (DCF): Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF). tanfprogram.com – 866-762-2237

 

Florida Keys Outreach Coalition: Financial crisis support and referral. fkoc.org – Lower Keys 305-295-7741, Upper Keys 305‑916‑5454

 

Keys Area Interdenominational Resources (KAIR): Emergency food assistance, brown bag lunches, volunteer opportunities. 305-743-4582

 

Monroe County Social Services: Limited assistance for rent, utilities, prescription drugs, and burial/cremation costs. 305-292-4408

 

Red Cross: Provides crisis response services, including emergency needs. 305-644-1200

 

Salvation Army of Monroe County: Holiday assistance, emergency financial assistance, food assistance program. SAHelp.org – 813-892-3342

 

Sister Season Fund: Emergency rental and utility assistance for Key West tourism industry workers. sisterseason.com – 305-304-9828

 

Social Security: Medicare, SSDI, SSI, RSDI, Medicare Part B, Social Security. ssa.gov – 800-772-1213

Food & Nutrition Services

Food & Nutrition Services

Burton Memorial Church: Food assistance, food pantry services, faith-based community outreach, and volunteer opportunities. bmumc.net – Tavernier 305-852-2581

 

First Baptist Church of Islamorada: Food pantry, clothing closet, weekly community dinner, and faith-based outreach/referral program. fbcislamorada.org – 305-664-4910

 

First Baptist Church of Key Largo: Emergency food assistance, faith-based community outreach, weekly community dinner, and volunteer opportunities. fbckl.com – 305-451-2265

 

Florida Dept. of Children and Families (DCF): Federal Food Stamp (SNAP) program, referral services. myflfamilies.com – 866-762-2237 or 850-300-4323

 

Florida Keys Outreach Coalition – Loaves & Fish Food Pantry: Emergency and ongoing food assistance, along with resource referrals. fkoc.org – Key West 305-295-7580

 

Glad Tidings Tabernacle: Ongoing food assistance and Thanksgiving boxes. gttkeywest.org – Key West 305-741-7843

 

Independence Cay: Daily hot lunch, supportive services, and referrals. Marathon 305-743-4582

 

Inez Martin Backpack Nutrition Program: Food provided to enrolled students to supplement weekend meals. wesleyhouse.org – Key West 305-809-5000

 

Keys Area Interdenominational Resources (KAIR): Emergency food assistance, brown bag lunches, volunteer opportunities. 305-743-4582

 

Metropolitan Community Church: Meal and grocery delivery for homebound individuals, along with holiday food baskets. mcckeywest.com – 305‑294‑8912

 

Monroe County Nutrition Program: Congregate meals and nutrition sites for adults 60+, home-delivered meals, senior centers, and community volunteer opportunities. 305-292-4522

 

Monroe County Social Services: Ongoing emergency food assistance and home-delivered meals. monroecounty-fl.gov – Key West 305-292-4408, Tavernier 305-852-7125

 

SOS Foundation: Ongoing and emergency food assistance, clothing distributions, daily hot meal deliveries to congregate sites for children and seniors, community-based cooking classes, and volunteer opportunities. sosfoundation.org – Key West & Key Largo 305-292-3013

 

St. Justin the Martyr Catholic Church: Ongoing emergency food assistance, faith-based community outreach, and affordable daycare. Key Largo 305‑451‑1316

 

St. Mary’s Martha Ministry: Daily meal provision for the homeless shelter, volunteer opportunities, and faith-based community outreach. stmarykeywest.com – Key West 305-294-1018

 

St. Peter Catholic Church: Food pantry, faith-based community outreach, and volunteer services. stpeterbpk.org – Big Pine Key       305-872-2537

 

WIC: A federally funded nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children. WIC provides the following at no cost: healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support, and referrals for health care and community services. Call for an appointment. Key West 305-676-3852, Marathon & Tavernier 305‑676‑3933

Health Services

Health Services

A.H. of Monroe County, Inc: Housing assistance, HIV testing and support, health clinics, medical supplies, case/care management, support groups, and follow-up care. ahmonroe.org – 305‑296‑6196

 

American Cancer Society: Education, research, advocacy, support groups, resource referrals, follow-up care, and transportation to appointments. cancer.org – 305-594-4363

 

Baptist Health Fishermen’s Community Hospital: Diagnostic imaging, emergency services, outpatient rehab, cardiovascular care, urgent care, and walk-in clinic. baptisthealth.net –                     Marathon 305-434-1000

 

Baptist Health Mariners Hospital: Emergency care, critical care, intensive care, lab testing, diagnostic imaging/radiology, and health screenings and referrals. baptisthealth.net – Tavernier 305-434-3000

 

Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys: Assistance with rent, food, transportation, utilities, cancer education, and support services. cancerffk.org – 305-294-7300

 

Community Health of South Florida (CHI): Primary Care, pediatrics, behavioral health services, lab, and pharmacy in Marathon and mail order services. Saturdays, after hours and walk-ins available. Telehealth available for all specialties, if appropriate. Request appointments online or by phone. chisouthfl.org – 305-252-4820, or the center in Marathon 305-743-4000, Tavernier 305-743-0383, Key West 786-272-2160

 

Compassionate Care Hospice: Offering hospice and palliative care services. amedisys.com – Marathon 305-602-8137

 

Florida Dept. of Health (DOH) in Monroe County: HIV, TB, hepatitis, and STD clinics; immunizations for children and adults; family planning; Healthy Start; refugee health; tobacco prevention; school health; and environmental services. monroe.floridahealth.gov – 305-293-7500

 

Florida Keys Area Health Education Center (Keys AHEC): Smoking cessation, health screenings, school health clinics, health education services. keysahec.org – 305-743-7111

 

Good Health Clinic, Inc: Free community clinic for eligible residents offering primary care, specialists, diagnostic testing, and medications. thegoodhealthclinic.org – Tavernier & Marathon 305-853-1788

 

Guidance/Care Center: The Center for Wellness provides integrated healthcare for individuals 18 and older with a mental health diagnosis. guidancecarecenter.org – 305-434-7660 (Press 4 for Key West, 5 for Marathon, 6 for Key Largo)

 

Help A Diabetic Child: Offers free Continuous Glucose Monitors for three months to children and young adults struggling to manage their diabetes. helpadiabeticchild.org – 239-821-5051

 

Island Home Care Agency, Inc: Disability and rehabilitation-related occupational/physical therapy, and home healthcare nursing services. lhcgroup.com – Key West 305-735-4460

 

Keys AHEC Health Centers: Smoking cessation, health screenings, school health clinics, health education services. keysahec.org – 305-743-7111

 

Keys Medical Group: Family practice, orthopedics/sports medicine, gastroenterology, pulmonology, obstetrics/gynecology, and behavioral health, available at multiple locations. Schedule appointments online at KeysMedicalGroup.com.

 

Living Waters Rx Project: Provides funding for qualifying low-income participants to cover prescription costs, including case management. 305-432-9554

 

Lower Keys Medical Center: 24-hour emergency department, radiology and laboratory services, urgent care, intensive care, maternity and labor/delivery, surgical services, pharmacy, women’s imaging center, behavioral health/psychiatric services, rehabilitation, nutrition, and free classes. LKMC.com – Key West 305-294-5531

 

Rural Health Network of Monroe County: Emergency care, critical care, intensive care, lab testing, diagnostic imaging/radiology, and health screenings and referrals. rhnmc.org – Key West 305-517-6613

 

US Department of Veteran’s Affairs: Medical health clinics. va.gov – Key West 305-293-4863, Key Largo 305-451-0164

 

VITAS Healthcare: Hospice care and related services. vitas.com – Upper Keys 305-420-2800

 

Womankind, Inc: Health clinic for women, men, and teens offering family planning, gynecology services, STD screening and education, and primary care. womankindkeywest.com – Key West 305-294-4004

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Hotline and Toll Free Numbers

Hotline and Toll Free Numbers

211 of Miami-Dade and Monroe: 211 or 305-631-4211 or text your ZIP code to 898211

 

AARP: 888-687-2277

 

Abuse Hotline: 800-962-2873

 

Alcoholics Anonymous: 888-672-4442

 

Alliance for Aging: 800-963-5337

 

Alzheimer’s Association of SE FL: 800-272-3900

 

American Cancer Society: 800-227-2345

 

American Pregnancy Helpline: 800-672-2296

 

American Red Cross: 800-733-2767

 

Cancer Information Service: 800-422-6237

 

Child Support Enforcement: 888-369-0323

 

DCF Abuse Hotline: 800-962-2873

 

Disaster Hotline (Monroe): 800-955-5504

 

Early Steps Southernmost Coast: 888-624-7837

 

Family Health Line of FL: 800-451-2229

 

FEMA: 800-621-3362

 

FL Bar Lawyer Referral Service: 800-342-8011

 

FL Department of Elder Affairs: 800-963-5337

 

FL Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-500-1119

 

FL Healthy Kids: 1-888-540-5437 or TTY 1-800-955-8771

 

Gamblers Anonymous: 888-236-4848

 

Guidance Care Center: 305-434-7660

 

Healthcare.gov: 800-318-2596

 

Immigration (DHS-USCIS): 800-375-5283 or TTY 1-800-767-1833

 

Jewish Community Services: 855-883-4429

 

LGBTQ Helpline: 305-646-3600

 

Medicare: 800-633-4227

 

National Child Sex Abuse Line: 800-422-4453

 

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988

 

Poison Control: 800-222-1222

 

Postpartum Support International: 800-944-4773

 

Runaway Helpline: 800-786-2929

 

Quit Smoking Line: 800-784-8669

 

Social Security Administration: 800-772-1213

Veteran’s Assistance: 800-827-1000

Veteran’s Crisis Line: 998, then press 1; or text 838255

Housing Services

Housing Services

Advocate Program: Support services for veterans transitioning out of homelessness. advocateprogram.org – Miami 786-227-5842

 

A.H. of Monroe County: Case-managed healthcare, food and nutrition programs, clinical and supportive services, and volunteer opportunities; affordable housing for low-income individuals; and HIV testing, sexual wellness education, and care linkage. ahmonroe.org – 305-296-6196

 

Catholic Charities: Permanent supported housing programs for disabled individuals and families, along with rental, utility, and mortgage assistance. ccadm.org – Key West 305-292-9790

 

FKOC Peacock Supportive Living: Supportive living and permanent housing for adults with chronic mental illness, along with additional supportive services. fkoc.org – Key West 305-295-8693

 

Florida Keys Children’s Shelter: Runaway youth shelter offering case management, food, clothing, alternative education, transportation, and supportive services. fkcs.org – Key West & Tavernier 305‑852‑4246

 

Florida Keys Outreach Coalition: Emergency shelter, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing programs. fkoc.org – Key West Men’s Program 305-294-0304, Women’s Program 305-296-8937

 

Guidance/Care Center: The Heron Assisted Living Facility, a state-licensed congregate care facility in Marathon, offers supportive living services for adults with serious, long-term behavioral health needs. guidancecarecenter.org – Marathon 305‑743‑4129

 

Habitat for Humanity: Affordable homeownership program for low- to moderate-income households, offering housing education and support.

habitatupperkeys.org – Upper Keys 305-453-0050;
habitatmiddlekeys.org – Middle Keys 305-743-9828;
habitatlowerkeys.org – Key West & Lower Keys 305‑294‑9006

 

Independence Cay: Emergency shelter for men offering shower and laundry facilities, transitional housing, meals, supportive services, and referrals. Marathon 305-743-4582

 

Key West Housing Authority: Subsidized rental housing for low-income individuals under HUD Section 8 and Section 42 programs. kwha.org – 305-296-5621

 

Keys Overnight Temporary Shelter (KOTS): 24-hour homeless shelter offering shower facilities, meals, and supportive services. keyscra.org 305-292-2744

 

MARC Housing program: Housing, supportive living services, and case management for adults with developmental disabilities. marchouse.org – Key West 305-294-9526

 

Samuel’s House: Emergency shelter, transitional and permanent housing, resource and referral services, case management, and support services. samuelshouse.org – Key West 305-296-0240

 

St Bede’s Village: Affordable housing for eligible individuals, families, and workforce members. ccadm.org – Key West 305-292-9790

 

Volunteers of America: Housing services for homeless veterans, including case management and education/financial opportunities. Key West 786-369-1796

Infant, Child & Adolescent Services

Infant, Child & Adolescent Services

A Positive Step of Monroe County: Idle Hands summer youth program, fatherhood initiative, case management, counseling, and supportive services. apsmc.org – Key West 305-304-1969

 

Bahama Village Music Program: Musical education for children ages 6 to 16, including free instruments and lessons. bvmpkw.com – Key West 305-504-7664

 

Boys and Girls Clubs of the Keys: Affordable after-school program for youth. bgckeywest.org – Key West 305-296-2258, Big Pine Key 305‑735-4391

 

Early Learning Coalition: Subsidized childcare, preschool and school readiness programs, developmental screenings, and training. elcmdm.org – 305-296-5557 ext. 2298

 

Early Steps Southernmost Coast, Benchmark Human Services: Early intervention services for eligible infants and toddlers with significant delays or conditions likely to result in developmental delays. floridaearlysteps.com – 305-929-8705

 

Florida Dept. of Children & Families (DCF): Child abuse investigations, intake and visitation services, counseling, and resource referrals. myflfamilies.com – 305-292-6745

 

Florida Dept. of Health (DOH) in Monroe County: HIV, TB, hepatitis, and STD clinics; immunizations for children and adults; family planning; Healthy Start; refugee health; tobacco prevention; school health; and environmental health. monroe.floridahealth.gov – 305-293-7500

 

Florida Keys Children’s Shelter: Runaway youth shelter offering case management, food, clothing, alternative education, transportation, and supportive services. fkcs.org – 305-852-4246

 

Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition: Assistance with formula, diapers, transportation to doctor’s appointments, mental health services, child development playgroups, breastfeeding support, car seat installation, childbirth education, and case management. All programs are free or on a sliding scale. keyshealthystart.org – 305-293-8424

 

Florida KidCare: High-quality, low-cost health insurance for children from birth to age 18, with a network of medical providers for referrals. healthykids.org – 888-540-5437

 

Frederick Douglass Gym: Free after-school tutoring and youth basketball leagues for boys and girls, organized by the Police Athletic League (PAL) of Key West. cityofkeywest-fl.gov – 305-809-3990 or 305-809-3818

 

Girl Scouts of Tropical Florida: A girls’ organization promoting character, outdoor activities, good citizenship, and selfless service, with troops countywide. girlscoutsfl.org – 305-253-4841

 

Guardian Ad Litem: A special court-appointed advocacy program for all children at risk of or currently in foster care. guardianadlitem.org – Key West 305-292-3485

 

Guidance/Care Center: Comprehensive behavioral health care, including crisis support, prevention, psychiatric services, and psychotherapy for mental health and substance abuse issues. Specialty programs for youth ages 11-21 and services available in all county schools. guidancecarecenter.org – 305-434-7660

 

Help A Diabetic Child: Offers free Continuous Glucose Monitors for three months to children and young adults struggling to manage their diabetes. helpadiabeticchild.org – 239-821-5051

 

Keys AHEC Health Centers: No cost medical care and low-cost dental care for school-age children of Monroe County. keysahec.org. Children’s medical clinics 305-743-7111 extension 210; Children’s dental clinics 305-743-7111 extension 220.

 

Keys to Be the Change: Youth programs, including at-risk youth mentoring and leadership, literacy volunteers, drug, alcohol, and violence prevention, and Farm to School initiatives. keystobethechange.com – 541-974-4398

 

Kids Come First in the Florida Keys: Provides children’s clothing and school supplies year-round and accepts donations. kidscomefirstfk.org – 305-360-1689

 

Living Springs Counseling: ACT Parenting Safe Kids Workshops, approved by Upper Keys Family Court for mandated parenting classes. Upper Keys 305-432-9554

 

Marathon Rec Center (Heart of the Keys Recreation Association): Afterschool and summer programs offering recreational and educational activities for ages 8-18. Marathon 305-743-4164

 

Monroe County Child Find: Free developmental screenings for children ages 3 and older not enrolled in public school. fdlrssouth.org –305-274-3501

 

Monroe County School District: Head Start, developmental screenings, special education, free and reduced meal applications, and parental support services. keysschools.com – 305‑293‑1400

 

St. Justin Martyr Catholic Church: Subsidized licensed daycare. facebook.com/sjmkeylargo – Key Largo 305-451-1316

 

Wesley House Family Services: Provides foster care placement with full case management, foster parent licensing, adoption services, Strengthening Families short-term intervention, Healthy Families Monroe, and Inez Martin Child Development Center. wesleyhouse.org – 305-809-5000

Legal Services

Legal Services

Americans for Immigrant Justice: Legal, interpretation, and translation services, along with citizenship and immigration assistance. aijustice.org – 305-573-1106

 

Crime Stoppers of the Florida Keys: Neighborhood watch crime prevention program, anonymous tip hotline and email, and financial rewards for tips. keysso.net – 305-471-8477

 

Federal Public Defender’s Office: Legal representation for individuals accused of federal crimes who cannot afford private counsel. fls.fd.org – 305-536-6900

 

Florida Dept. of Juvenile Justice: Legal advocacy, court diversion programs, resources and referrals, and detention facilities. djj.state.fl.us – 305-293-1500

 

Legal Services of Greater Miami (Monroe County): Free legal services for low-income individuals and families in housing, government benefits, consumer issues, and family law, including legal clinics. Kiosks available at Key Largo, Marathon, and Key West Public Libraries. legalservicesmiami.org – 866-686-2760

Mental Health & Substance Abuse

Mental Health & Substance Abuse

Advocate Program (Monroe County Unit): DUI classes, case management, counseling, substance abuse assessments, and outpatient treatment. advocateprogram.org – Marathon 305-289-5605

 

Alcoholics Anonymous: Alcohol dependency support groups in the Florida Keys, with meeting details available online. aafloridakeys.org – 305-296-8654

 

Community Health of South Florida (CHI): Behavioral health telehealth appointments available. Request appointments online at chisouthfl.org – 305-252-4820

 

Conch Republic Area Narcotics Anonymous: 12-step meetings. floridakeysna.org – Upper Keys & Key West 866-584-2411

 

Florida Dept. of Children & Families (DCF): Child abuse investigations, court intake and visitation services, counseling, and resource referrals. myflfamilies.com – Key West 305-292-6745

 

Florida Keys Children’s Shelter: Family and youth education, counseling, case management, referrals, and transitional living program. fkcs.org – Tavernier and Key West 305-852-4246

 

Florida Keys Outreach Coalition- Peacock Supportive Living: Supportive living facility for adults with chronic mental illness, with case management support. fkoc.org – Key West 305-295-8693

 

Guidance/Care Center: Comprehensive behavioral health care, including crisis support, prevention, psychiatric services, psychotherapy, detoxification, and inpatient mental health and substance abuse services. guidancecarecenter.org – 305‑434‑7660

 

Key Bridge: Mental health and substance abuse agency with licensed counselors, doctors, and psychiatrists on staff. Outpatient care for all ages, including Vivitrol services. Individual, group, and family therapy available. keybridgetreatment.com – Key West 305-783-3677

 

Living Springs Counseling: Affordable counseling, workshops, and basic case management services. 305‑432‑9554

 

Lower Keys Medical Center: Inpatient and outpatient mental health and substance dependency services. lkmc.com – 305-294-5531

Senior Services

Senior Services

AARP: Nonprofit, nonpartisan social welfare organization focused on aging, retirement, positive morale, geriatrics, and offering discounts and networking opportunities. aarp.org – 888-687-2277

 

Alliance for Aging: Resources for seniors and individuals under 65 with disabilities. allianceforaging.org – 305-671- 6356; Aging & Disability Resource Center 305‑670-4357

 

Americorps Senior Volunteer Program: Americans aged 55 and older are paired with organizations making change in communities across the country. 800-942-2677

 

Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program (EHEAP): Assistance for home energy emergencies is available to qualified, low-income households with at least one person aged 60 or older. allianceforaging.org – eheap.org – 305-671-6317

 

Florida DCF-Adult Protective Services: Protective services for elderly and disabled adults, including protective payee accounts and supportive services. myflfamilies.com – 800-962-2873

 

Gentiva Hospice: Hospice and Memory Care programs for Alzheimer’s and other dementias. gentivahs.com – Key Largo 305-451-7005 or 888-437-8482

 

JOY Center (Just Older Youth, Inc.): A teen center for those over 50, offering programs that support social, emotional, mental, and physical wellness, along with creative and intellectual stimulation. justolderyouthinc.org – Upper Keys 305-850-8449

 

Monroe County Nutrition Program: Congregate meals, home-delivered meals, Senior Centers, and volunteer opportunities. monroecounty-fl.gov – 305-292-4522

 

Monroe County Social Services: Ongoing emergency food assistance, home-delivered meals, homemaking, respite care, personal care, chores, and access to computers and Wi-Fi. 305‑292‑4408

 

Monroe County Transit: Senior and disability-related transportation program, free for citizens 60 and older, door-to-door service. Transport between Keys available only in the Middle Keys. 305-292-4424

 

National Council on Aging’s Benefits Enrollment Center: Assistance with applications for SNAP, Medicaid, and Medicare Savings Program. benefitscheckup.org – 305‑671‑6356

 

Older Americans Advisory Board: Provides input on local issues impacting older residents to the Monroe County Board of Commissioners. 305-853-0907

 

Parkinson’s Support Group: Monthly support group meetings in Key West. parkinson.org/florida – 305-537-9960

 

Poinciana Gardens Senior Community: Independent and assisted living studio, 1- or 2-bedroom units for eligible seniors. Key West 305‑440-3191

 

SHINE-Florida SHIP/SMP: Free and unbiased info about Medicare and related plans, plan comparison, appeals and more. floridashine.org – 305‑671-6356; Spanish 305-671-6376

 

VITAS Healthcare: Hospice care and related services. vitas.com – Upper Keys 305-420-2800

Special Needs Services

Special Needs Services

Center for Independent Living of the Keys (CILK): Supportive services for disabled individuals, including recreational activities, counseling, financial support, case management, education, advocacy, information, and referrals. cilofthekeys.org – Key Largo 305-453-3491

 

Early Steps Southernmost Coast, Benchmark Human Services: Early intervention services for eligible infants and toddlers with significant delays or conditions likely to cause developmental delays. floridaearlysteps.com – Key West 305-929-8705

 

FK Council for People with Disabilities: Provides ADA assistance, advocacy, and services for individuals and families with disabilities in Monroe County. 305-292-4590

 

Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation: Employment services for individuals with mental or physical disabilities. rehabworks.org – Upper Keys 305-453-1271, Middle & Lower Keys 305-293-7586

 

Monroe Association for ReMARCable Citizens: Supported living and employment services for adults and families with disabilities. marchouse.org – Key West 305-294-9526, Tavernier 305-852-3282

 

Monroe County Emergency Management Special Needs Registry: Transportation and shelter assistance for individuals with special needs during evacuations, provided as a last resort. Pre-registration and eligibility screening are required to participate. 305‑292-4591

 

Parkinson’s Support Group: Monthly meetings. parkinson.org/florida – 305-537-9960

 

The Pinnacle Group: Providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. pinnacleabaservices.com – 772-633-3205

Transportation Services

Transportation Services

Greyhound Lines USA: Arranged pick-ups and drop-offs between Miami and Key West. greyhound.com – 305-296-9072, 800-231-2222

 

Guidance/Care Center-Middle Keys Transportation: Transportation services as the designated Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC) for Monroe County. For information or to schedule a ride, call: 305-434-7660, Option #2

 

Key West Rides On-Demand Bus Service: An innovative transportation service replacing traditional bus routes, connecting with the Lower Keys Shuttle and Duval Loop. The app is available on Google Play and the iOS App Store.

 

Keys Shuttle: Daily transportation service from Miami and Fort Lauderdale airports to the Florida Keys. keysshuttle.com – 305-289-9997

 

Medicaid Transportation: Covers non-emergency transportation for eligible recipients to Medicaid-covered services, as well as medically necessary emergency ground or air ambulance transportation. Some limits apply. Contact your health plan or call the Medicaid Helpline at 877-254-1055 for more information.

 

Miami-Dade Transit, Dade-Monroe Express (Florida City to Marathon): miamidade.gov/transit – 305-468-5900

 

Monroe County Transit: Senior and disability-related transportation program offering door-to-door services within one of four ‘zones’ in the Keys. No fee for citizens 60 and older, and a nominal fee for others. 305-292-4424

 

Monroe County Veteran’s Affairs: Transportation to the Miami VA for a veteran with an appointment. benefits.va.gov/benefits – Key West 305-295-5150, Key Largo 305-453-8777

 

Uber: Click here for information on free rides.

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