Health and Human Services
General
Assistance Program - Health and Human Services – Human Services assists county
residents who may need temporary help in paying
rent/mortgage, utility bills or grocery bills
because of illness, disability or desertion
of the family by the primary wage-earner.
You'll find out who may be eligible for this
program and what other services are available.
Emergency
Home Energy Assistance Program for the Elderly
– Health and Human Services- Low-income
elderly individuals can gain assistance toward
energy needs such as utility costs, fuel oil,
blankets, heaters, fans or repairs to air
conditioning/heating systems. Find out more
about how this program could help you or someone
you know.
Medical
Assistance Program - Health and Human Services - Those who qualify can have
access to a wide range of medical services
including primary care outpatient treatment,
referrals to specialists, inpatient hospital
care, dental services and pharmacy services
through the Medical Assistance Program. Find
out how the program works and who can take
advantage of these essential services.
Mobile
Medical Unit – Health and Human Services– Pinellas County operates
two, fully equipped medical vans to bring
medical and dental care to the low-income
elderly, homeless and other needy individuals
countywide. Learn the scope of services provided
and how they impact the community.
The
Forgotten Widower/Widow - Health and Human Services/Veterans Services- Larn about benefits
veterans' widows/widowers are entitled to
under the law.
Veterans
and Their Benefits -Health and Human Services/Veterans Services - Find out what benefits
are available to veterans and their families
and how to apply for these benefits.
Social
Action Funding Program - Health and Human Services– The Department
of Human Services distributes funds, through
a grant application process, to not-for-profit
community social service agencies that address
a variety of local needs. Learn more about
this process and how you may participate.
Summer
Food Program - Health and Human Services– Nutritious school meals
are maintained during the summer for low-income,
school-age children participating in summer
recreation programs. Local vendors prepare
and deliver breakfasts, lunches and afternoon
snacks to recreation sites. Learn who may
qualify or how to become involved as a site
provider.
Mental
Health Funding - Health and Human Services– Approximately $2.2 million
is appropriated and distributed annually on
a reimbursement basis to several not-for-profit
agencies providing alcohol abuse, substance
abuse and mental health services. Find out
how this program operates and who can qualify
for assistance.
Homeless
in Pinellas - Health and Human Services- You'll hear about the causes
of homelessness and what the county and various
nonprofit agencies are doing to address this
largely invisible problem.
Case
Management - Health and Human Services- This intriguing presentation outlines how
Pinellas County is striving to help dependent
individuals become self-sufficient through
employment training and the acquisition of
other life skills.
Success
Training and Retention Services (STARS) – Health and Human Services- STARS is an employment readiness program. Through interactive examples; groups will be shown how the comprehensive 20 day workshop modifies negative behaviors that inhibit success by improving attitudes, thereby enhancing the overall quality of life for the client and their families. Learn how to refer clients and how our two year commitment to our clients benefits everyone.
Domestic
Violence Partnership - Health and Human Services - The Department of
Health and Human Services distributes funds via contractual
agreements with local domestic violence agencies
for the purpose of prevention, counseling
and support services for victims of domestic
violence. Staffing for various functions,
including partnerships through the office
of the State Attorney, the Visitation Centers
and shelter services are provided.
To
request a speaker, either fill out the online
form, or phone the Pinellas County Communications
Department at 464-4600. Please give three
weeks notice to fill your request.
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