FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION                800-772-1213 SSD, SSI, 0SS Assistance in English and Spanish 3511 N. Pine Island Road Sunrise, FL 33351 2276 Wilton Drive Wilton Manors, FL 33305 500 N. Hiatus Road, 2nd Floor Pembroke Pines, FL 33026 www.broward.org   Mon-Fri: 8:30AM - 3:30PM Social Security Disability, Supplemental Security Income and Optional State Supplement programs provide monthly income for people with severe disabilities. SSI provides benefits for those who have low income and limited resources. SSD (Social Security) is based on one’s work history. If you are unable to go to a Social Security office to apply for benefits, call to arrange a telephone interview. If a disabled person cannot manage his or her own affairs, a family member, friend or legal guardian may complete the application. You can shorten the time it takes to complete and process your claim if you have the following when you apply: 􀁺 Social Security number and proof of age 􀁺 Names, addresses and phone numbers of doctors, hospitals,     clinics and institutions that treated you and approximate dates of     treatment (include patient numbers, if known) 􀁺 A summary of where you worked in the last 15 years 􀁺 A copy of your W-2 forms (wage & tax statements), or if you’re self employed,     your Federal tax returns for the past 2 years 􀁺 Dates of any military service 􀁺 The claim number for any other check you receive (or expect to)     because of your disability 􀁺 The worker’s death certificate and proof of marriage if you are     applying as a disabled widow or widower BROWARD COUNTY HOUSING                                954-739-1114 AUTHORITY                                                                     TDD: 954-735-4371 4780 N. State Road 7 Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319 www.bchafl.org   Sp, Fr, Cr Mon-Fri: 7:30AM - 5:00PM Provides rent subsidy to private landlords who rent to program participants. Amount of rent paid is dependent upon family income. Must be receiving SSI. Applications accepted only when waiting list is opened following public notice. CATHOLIC CHARITIES                                                            954-630-9404 1505 NE 26th Street Wilton Manors, FL 33305 www.catholiccharitiesadm.org   Sp, Cr, NF Mon-Fri: 8:30AM - 4:30PM Limited financial assistance is offered to help with payment of rent or utility bills for those temporarily in need. Clients must have an established plan to meet future obligations. Assistance is offered no more than once a year per client. By appointment only. COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY                               954-497-1530 3500 N. State Road 7, #345 Lauderdale Lekes, FL 33319 Mon-Fri: 8:30AM - 5:00PM, By Appointment Only Help with utility payments on an emergency basis. COMMUNITY HOPE CENTER                                    954-463-1630 501 NE 2nd Street Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 Coordinates requests for financial assistance with rent and utilities. DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN & FAMILIES ECONOMIC SERVICES                                                  866-762-2237 201 W. Broward Blvd., #510 954-467-4373 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 www.myflorida.com/accessflorida   1801 W. Sample Road, 2nd Floor 954-969-3400 Pompano Beach, FL 33064   311 N. State Road 7 954-327-5000 Plantation, FL 33317   1400 W. Commercial Blvd. 954-267-2000 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309   Memorial Hospital 954-985-5876 3501 Johnson Street Hollywood, FL 33021 Determines eligibility for Temporary Cash Assistance, Food Stamps and Medicaid for families with children and aged, blind or disabled adults, based on state and federal guidelines.   Things to bring to interview: 􀁺 Identification of head of household and/or person attending interview     (picture I.D.) 􀁺 Proof of residency in this county (proof of address such as bill, etc) 􀁺 Social Security Cards for all members of household applied for 􀁺 Alien Status (I.D. Card) of all members who are not U.S. citizens 􀁺 Proof of household size and composition (number in family;     how many boys, girls, ages) 􀁺 Resources (bank accounts, car registrations, etc.) 􀁺 Any and all income to all household members; loss or lack of     income must also be proven. Provide at least 8 weeks proof     of current income from employment 􀁺 Notes from people providing money or paying your bills 􀁺 Medical bills of members 60+ years who receive SSI, or who     receive SSD, if you wish to claim medical deductions 􀁺 Child/adult dependent care expenses for allowable deductions 􀁺 Shelter costs, if you wish to claim allowable shelter deductions 􀁺 Rent/mortgage payment, home owner’s insurance, electric, gas,     taxes/assessments, telephone, heating fuel, water, sewage, etc. E.A.S.E. FOUNDATION                                                  954-797-1077 6901 Orange Drive Davie, FL 33314 NF Mon-Fri: 10:00AM - 4:00PM Financial aid to residents of Davie and Cooper City, and food to anyone in need in Broward County. Need picture ID & SS card. Call for appointment. FIRST CALL FOR HELP                                               Call 211 or 3217 NW 10th Terrace, #308                                                         954-537-0211 Ft. Lauderdale. FL 33309                                                   TDD: 954-390-0942 www.211broward.org   Sp, Cr, Translation Line, NF 24-hour Help Line with information and referral services. Limited one-time financial assistance available for eligible clients needing help with evictions, foreclosures, utility shutoffs and other emergency situations. GATEWAY COMMUNITY OUTREACH                   954-725-8434 291 SE 1st Terrace Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 www.gatecommoutreach.com   Sp, NF Mon-Fri: 8:30AM - 4:30PM Networks with all social agencies to meet consumer needs. Social Security payee reps, job referrals, housing referrals, baby & toddler supplies. Medical prescriptions filled by referral only. HALLANDALE BEACH HUMAN                                954-457-1460 SERVICES DEPARTMENT 750 NW 8th Avenue Hallandale Beach, FL 33009 www.hallandalebeachfl.gov   NF Mon-Fri: 8:00AM - 5:00PM Provides limited emergency allotments to needy individuals and families. Offers information and referral, counseling, provision of clothing, food, housing, limited transportation or, on a limited basis, money to meet these needs or payment of utility bills or rent assistance for residents of Hallandale Beach only. HISPANIC UNITY                                                           954-964-8884 5840 Johnson Street Hollywood, FL 33021 www.hispanicunity.org   Sp, Fr, Cr, NF Mon-Fri: 8:00AM - 5:00PM Employment services, ESOL classes ($15), case management, family success services, seniors’ program, support groups, emergency food vouchers, health screenings, health and job fairs. LAUDERHILL SOCIAL SERVICES                            954-321-2452 1176 NW 42nd Way Lauderhill, FL 33313 NF Community outreach services for Lauderhill residents provides information and referral, emergency food pantry, transportation, senior center, networks with other agencies to meet residents’ needs. Call for appointment. PARENT INFORMATION                                            954-785-8285 RESOURCE CENTER 817 N. Dixie Highway Pompano Beach, FL 33060 www.pirc.org   Sp, Cr, SS, Mcd Mon-Fri: 8:30AM - 6:00PM; Sat: 9:30AM - 3:00PM Mental health services, employment planning, case management and housing referrals for low-income families. Offers anger management and parenting classes. SALVATION ARMY                                                        954-524-6991 1445 W. Broward Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 www.salvationarmybroward.org   Sp, Fr, Cr, NF 7 Days: 24 Hours Referral services for short-term needs. Rent assistance offered on a onetime emergency basis.   Also see Medication Assistance listing on page 59.