United Way of Indian River County is Working to Help You & Our Entire Community.
In March, United Way of Indian River County launched an emergency fund to aid in recovery efforts to support those in Indian River County who have been affected by this crisis.
A coalition of philanthropy and business partners joined together to create the COVID-19 Community Response Fund to rapidly deploy flexible resources to organizations in our region working with communities who are disproportionately impacted by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and the economic consequences of this health crisis.
To date, the fund has raised over $1.4 million dollars and has benefitted 35 local organizations.
211 Helpline
- FREE resource available to you 24/7
- Keep up to date with 211’s Coronavirus updates and resources for IRC
- Call 2-1-1 or visit their website, 211PalmBeach.org
Indian River County Hotline
- Operators are available to take your questions.
- (772) 226-4000
- Visit their website, IRCGov.com
Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Call Center
- Available 24/7
- (866) 779-6121
- COVID-19@FLHealth.gov
IRS Economic Impact Payments
- FAQ about receiving your stimulus check
- Apply Here
Have Symptoms?
- Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital Nurse Triage Line
- (772) 226-4846
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
• After a questionnaire and if the individual meets the criteria, they will be given an appointment to go through their drive-thru testing center.
Our community is in crisis. We need your help to raise funds for our COVID-19 Community Response Fund. Effective immediately, every donation will directly help those facing hardship as a result of this crisis. Join us in our commitment to serve our neighbors that need our help, now more than ever.
Please consider –
- Making a donation HERE
- Asking your friends to donate or start a Facebook fundraiser
- Visit UnitedWayIRC.org/Fundraisefor step-by-step instructions
- Help get the word out – share any of our posts on social media
- Facebook: @UnitedWayIRC
- Instagram: @UnitedWayIRC
Rent Assistance
- TC Homeless Services Council| (772) 567-7790 | TCHelpSpot.org
- United Against Poverty| (772) 564-9365 | UPIRC.org
- Economic Opportunities Council| (772) 562-4177 | EOCofIRC.net
Utilities Assistance
- Economic Opportunities Council| (772) 562-4177 | EOCofIRC.net
Food Access Assistance
- United Against Poverty| (772) 564-9365 | UPIRC.org
- TC Food Bank| (772) 489-3034 | orgStopHunger.org
- Food Pantry of IRC| (772) 770-2068 | FoodPantryIRC.org
- Senior Resource Association| (772) 659-0760 | SeniorResourceAssociation.org
Pick-up Food Assistance
- Salvation Army| (772) 978-0265 | SalvationArmyFlorida.org/VeroBeach
- The Source| (772) 564-0202 | IAmTheSource.org
Food for Pets Assistance
- For the Love of Paws| (772) 539-2417 | PawsMealsOnWheels.org
Diapers & Formula Assistance
- Buggy Bunch| (772) 226-0467 | TheBuggyBunch.com
- CareNet Pregnancy Center| (772) 569-7939 | CareNetIRC.org
Veteran Services Assistance
- Veterans Council of IRC| (772) 410-5820 | VeteransCouncilIRC.club
Hygiene Product Assistance
- CareBag| (772) 222-7399 | CareBagFL.org
Prescription Assistance
- Whole Family Health| (772) 257-5785 | WFHCLF.org
- Miller’s Health Mart| (772) 778-8585 | HealthMart.com
Other Assistance Provided for Clients of Funded Agencies
- Humane Society of Vero Beach & IRC
- A.L.O Rescue
- Redlands Christian Migrant Association
- Tykes & Teens
- Children’s Home Society
- Camp Haven
- IRC Healthy Start Coalition
- Hibiscus Children’s Center
- Freedom Journey
- 211 Helpline Palm Beach & Treasure Coast
- Hope for Families
- Treasure Coast Community Health
- Visiting Nurse Association
- Cleveland Clinic IRC
- Heal the Healer Transcendental Meditation
- The Learning Alliance – Moonshot Moment
- Gifford Youth Orchestra
Treasure Coast Food Bank*
- For complete list of food assistance programs, please visit StopHunger.org/FindHelp
- Call (772) 489-3034
United Against Poverty*
- Member Share Grocery Program
- New Hours: Monday – Saturday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- (772) 564-9365
- For more information, visit their website at UPIRC.org
The Source*
- Food Delivery Program
- For details, please call (772) 564-0202
- For more information, visit their website at IAmTheSource.org
Salvation Army*
- Food Pantry
- Continues to serve to-go orders twice a week in Vero Beach and on Monday’s at Sebastian United Methodist Church
- For additional details, call (772) 978-0265
- SalvationArmyFlorida.org/VeroBeach
Food Pantry of Indian River County*
- Pick-up food assistance
- For details, call (772) 770-2068
- FoodPantryIRC.org
Gifford Youth Achievement Center Food Giveaway
- Available items: perishable & non-perishable food, clothing, etc.
- Date: TBD
School District of Indian River County Mobile Cafe
- View the Mobile Cafe Schedule here
PET FOOD ASSISTANCE
For the Love of Paws*
- Currently provides over 10,000 lbs of pet food monthly through home delivery and food pantries
- Learn more at PawsMealsOnWheels.org
RESOURCES FOR SENIORS
Senior Resource Association*
- Meals on Wheels Delivery service
- For more information call, (772) 569-0760
- Learn more at SeniorResourceAssociation.org
Indian River County School District
- All schools have been canceled through April 15th.
- Visit their website, IndianRiverSchools.org
School District of IRC
- At-home Learning Helpline
- Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- (772) 564-6085
- Student Services Helpline
- (student mental health & wellbeing)
- Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- (772) 564-6199
The Buggy Bunch*
- Available: Wipes, Formula, Diapers & Household Necessities (Soap, Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, etc.)
- If you need these necessities, please make an appointment:
- Monday – Thursday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Call (772) 226-0467
- Email Info@TheBuggyBunch.com
- For more information, visit their website TheBuggyBunch.com
CareNet Pregnancy Center*
- Diapers & Formula Assistance
- (772) 569-7939
- CareNetIRC.org
Florida Department of Children & Families
- For complete list of services, visit MyFlorida.com
Healthy Families Florida
- Information Flyer
- HealthyFamilies.org
UTILITY & RENTAL ASSISTANCE
Treasure Coast Homeless Services Council*
- (772) 567-7790
- For more information, please visit their website at TCHelpSpot.org
Florida Power & Light
- FPL COVID-19 Fact Sheet – Here
- FPL has resources available for customers experiencing financial hardship. FPL.com/Help
Economic Opportunities Council*
- Assistance with rent, water & sewer bills
- Apply Online – Here
- (772) 562-4177
- For more information, please visit their website at EOCofIRC.net
Indian River County Utilities
- As of March 12, 2020, the Indian River County Department of Utility Services (IRCDUS) suspended the practice of disconnecting potable water service if a customer’s account is past due.
- To provide financial relief to those utility customers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, Utilities has temporarily suspended changing any new delinquency charges for water and sewer customers effective Monday, March 30, 2020, through Thursday, April 30, 2020.
- For more information, call (772) 770-5300
- For more information, please visit their website at IRCUtilities.com
IRS – Economic Impact Payments
- What you need to know IRS.gov
United Against Poverty*
- For more information, visit their website at UPIRC.org
VETERAN SUPPORT
The Veterans Council of Indian River County*
- (772) 410-5820
- For more information, please visit their website at VeteransCouncilIRC.club
BUSINESS
Sebastian Chamber of Commerce
- Call (772) 589-5969
- Visit SebastianChamber.com
Indian River County Chamber of Commerce
- Call (772) 567-3491
- Visit IndianRiverChamber.com
- Small Business Recovery Information here
U.S. County Chamber of Commerce
- Save Small Business
- $5,000 – one-time, short-term relief grant to employers with up to 20 employees and must operate in an economically vulnerable community.
- Applications open Monday, April 20th | 3:00 PM
- Apply at SaveSmallBusiness.com
Florida Disaster
- Florida Businesses are asked to complete the Business Damage Assessment Survey online at FloridaDisaster.Biz
Florida Small Business Emergency Loan Program
- Governor DeSantis has activated up to $50 million in allocations to the Florida Small Business Emergency Loan Program. FloridaDisasterLoan.org
Small Business Administration
- U.S. Small Business Administration has guidance & loan resources available at SBA.gov
Small Business Development Center at IRSC
- (772) 462-7651
- tkindred@irsc.edu
- Or submit an Online Request for Consulting
U.S. Department of Labor
- Visit DOL.gov/Coronavirus
Florida Price Gouging Hotline
- Call (866) 966-7726
- Visit MyFloridaLegal.com
BBB – Better Business Bureau
- How to navigate the Coronavirus Crisis
- Visit BBB.org
Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation
- Visit MyFloridaLicense.com
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity
- Short Time Compensation Program for Employers
- FloridaJobs.org
Government Benefits
- Your path to government benefits starts here
INTERNET
Xfinity FREE WiFi Hotspots
- Xfinity has made their WiFi Hotspots free for everyone across the county. Subscription not required.
- Visit Xfinity.com/WiFifor a list of available hotspots.
TAXES – Tax Day is now July 15th
My Free Taxes
- You can file your taxes online for free at MyFreeTaxes.com
IRS – Internal Revenue Service
- If you want to apply for an extension to file your taxes, you must submit to the IRS before July15th, 2020. Get the PDF at UnitedWayIRC.org/Taxes
- Income tax payment deadlines for individual returns, with a due date of April 15, 2020, are being automatically extended until July 15th, 2020. Taxpayers do not need to file any additional forms or call the IRS to qualify for this relief.
- Learn more at IRS.gov
UNEMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity
- Visit the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity for more information, Connect.MyFlorida.com
Reemployment Assistance
United Against Poverty Indian River County
- United Against Poverty has a computer lab opened for accessibility for those who need to apply for Unemployment or SNAP
- Monday – Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- 1400 27th Street in Vero Beach
- Call (772) 564-9365
- UPISC.org
BANKING
These banks are offering Coronavirus financial aid
• Read the article and see the full list here
Visiting Nurse Association
- Mobile Health Clinic
- Walmart Vero Beach – 5555 20th Street (NW corner parking lot)
- Monday – Friday from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- VNA Mobile Health Clinic is NOT TESTING for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- Visit their website, VNATC.com
- Call (772) 567-5551 for additional details
Cleveland Clinic Telehealth Initiative
- Express Care Online
- Make an appointment and meet with a doctor via a virtual visit from your mobile device
- Download the free app on your phone
- Google Play: Cleveland Clinic Express Care Online
- Apple App Store: Cleveland Clinic Express Care
- For more information, visit their website at IndianRiverMedicalCenter.com
- Call (772) 567-4311
- FREE COVID-19 Screening Tool
- Start your screening now.
Treasure Coast Community Health
- Visit their website, TCCHInc.org
- Call (866) 779-6121 for more information
Hygiene Product Assistance
CareBag
- Visit their website,CareBagFL.org
- Call (772) 222-7399 for more information
Mental Health
Mental Health Association in Indian River County
- Walk-in & Counseling Center will remain open during normal business hours for same-day mental health screenings, crisis intervention, emergency visits, and new patient evaluations
- Monday – Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- 820 37th Place, Vero Beach, FL 32960
- (772) 569-9788
- Telehealth options are available for current patients
- Peer-run Drop-in Recovery Centers remain open during normal business hours
- For more information, please visit MHAIRC.org
Mental Health Collaborate of Indian River County
- For more information, please visit MHCollaborative.org
- Call (772) 217-3663
Drug Abuse & Treatment Association Outpatient Program
- Now providing telehealth services in lieu of face to face sessions
- Norman C. Hayslip Center is open until further notice
- 4590 Selvitz Road, Fort Pierce, FL 34981
- (855) 839-0787
- DrugAbuseTreatment.org
- The Centers for Disease Control & Preventionat CDC.gov
- The Florida Department of Health at FloridaHealth.gov
- The Florida Department of Health Indian River Countyat IndianRiver.FloridaHealth.gov
- Florida State Emergency Operations Center at FloridaDisaster.org/state-eoc
- World Health Organizationat WHO.int
- Indian River County Emergency Management Division at IRCES.com
- Florida Governor Ron DeSantisNews Updates
- FAQs for Executive Order 20-91
- Executive Order 20-94
- U.S. Congressman Bill PoseyNews Updates
- Government Responseto Coronavirus COVID-19 at USA.gov
My Florida Resource Directory
- For more information, please visit MyFlorida.com
United States Census 2020
- Start the questionnaire here, My2020Census.gov
Alert Indian River
- Sign up for alert notifications by text, email, or phone.
- Sign up here, IRCES.com/em
* Indicates partner agencies that have received funding from the COVID-19 Community Response Fund
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