Community Resources Guide

Dialing 2-1-1 connects you to a trained operator 24/7 that has access to a comprehensive database with a multitude of services in your community. By its design, the 2-1-1 system is ideally suited for serving as the initial contact point for any variety of programs; 211 or Text your zip code to 898-211

• Senior Nutrition & Wellness program (SNWP) is a multifaceted program focused on providing senior citizens with hunger relief and healthy eating choices. 
• SNWP provides nutritious food assistance to income-challenged senior citizens every month. Prequalified participants receive nutritious non-perishable food items and fresh fruits and vegetables. Meats and fresh eggs are provided when available. 
• Household supplies such as bathroom tissue and other paper products are also given each month.
• Call for more information.

AARP Foundation, the charitable affiliate of AARP, provides resources so millions of older adults living with low income can secure good jobs, get the benefits and refunds they've earned, and stay connected to their communities. Our programs and services are available to AARP members and nonmembers alike.

Food Pantry: Thursdays from 10:00 A.M. — Noon

The African Universal Church, located in Daphne, AL, is a childcare facility that supervises and cares for children. Daycare services support parents and guardians by caring for children too young to be left alone, most often children too young to attend school or school-aged children that require before or after school care.

Food Pantry: By Appointment only.  Distribution is the 2nd Saturday 9:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. 

Working with 22 community action agencies across the state and the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs, the ABC Trust works with families to educate them on how to live more energy efficiently and weatherize their homes.

The trust will also help Alabamians pay energy bills when funds are short.

Autism services are available for Medicaid-eligible children and youth with autism, aged birth through 20, who require more intensive support.

Services:

• Housing
• Employment
• Healthcare Access
• Treatment and supports in the least restrictive environment 

Community Access: Individuals with SMI or SED will have access to services and opportunities that will enhance their ability to live and work independently, as active and equal members of their communities 

Our mission is to facilitate the inclusion of Alabamians with disabilities in education, employment, housing, transportation, health care, and leisure.

Recognized leader of diverse residential and community-based education, rehabilitation, and employment programs that prepare individuals who are deaf, blind, deafblind, and multi-disabled to reach their potential in education, independence, and career.

The Low-Income High Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists low-income Alabama residents with the high cost of home energy.

To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Alabama and you must need financial assistance with home energy costs.

A person who participates or has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as SNAP, SSI, and TANF, automatically meets the eligibility requirement.

Alabama Possible’s Alabama Goes to College Campaign provides FAFSA and college application completion supports to students across the state. Alabama Possible also provides poverty simulations which are designed to sensitize those who frequently support families living in poverty, as well as to create a broader awareness of the realities of poverty among policy-makers, business and community leaders, students, faculty, administrators, and more. 

Career opportunities

State internships

agency services

Applications: (334) 242-3389

Have you been affected by a home fire or other disaster? The Red Cross is here for you. Please call us 24 hours a day.

Emergency Shelters and Veteran Assistance: Call for more information 

 Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM

Local Office Phone: (251) 544-6100

Our current programs and services include, but are not limited to the following: information and resource assistance, resource directory, community education (i.e., parents, providers, family members) through our quarterly e-newsletter, exhibitions, speaking engagements, conferences, workshops and more. 

Food Pantry: Please call to make an appointment.

Food Pantry: Tuesdays from 8:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. and Thursdays from 1:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M. 

• Serves the Communities of Saraland and Satsuma.

Bradford Recovery Communities provides treatment programs, resources, and community for every aspect of recovery. Through our premier drug and alcohol rehab facilities across the Southeast, we provide affordable, evidence-based addiction treatment with proven outcomes at every level of care.

Phone: (251) 295-9717 or (251) 633-0900