Community Resources Guide

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.

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.

Programs available include: 

Since its inception in 1979, Family Health has provided services (adult health, pediatric health, women’s health, dental services) to the uninsured, underinsured, insured, and medically underserved populations of Mobile County. In addition to the general population, the center has also targeted special populations (such as migrant and seasonal workers, refugees, public housing residents, and people living with HIV/AIDS)

Services provided at this clinic include the following: 

Our unique care model provides a full spectrum of healthcare services, so seniors can live at home, stay connected to their community and ultimately maintain their independence. Participants receive all healthcare services from Mercy Life of Alabama and our network of providers.

We offer: 

• medical care
• transport
• physical therapy
• recreational therapy
• social services
• home help
• spiritual care
• nutritional planning
• and specialty services

For more than 200 years, Prevention and Wellness has been the cornerstone of the MCHD. By encouraging preventive practices, promoting health and wellness, and providing educational services to the communities of Mobile County, prevention and wellness continue to exemplify the vision of a healthy, safe, prepared, and educated community.

Infirmary Health’s flagship hospital, Mobile Infirmary, was founded in 1910. With 667 licensed beds, including J.L. Bedsole / Rotary Rehabilitation Hospital, it is among the leading hospitals in the state for surgical volume, houses a comprehensive cardiovascular program with a hybrid OR/Cath lab, the region's only long-term acute care hospital and a freestanding emergency department in Saraland. Mobile Infirmary also boasts a renowned cancer program, Infirmary Cancer Care with surgical, radiation and medical oncology.

A strong network of family and internal medicine specialists and services can offer you the best possible care. Internal medicine doctors (internists) prevent, diagnose, and treat adult diseases. Doctors who specialize in family medicine provide primary health care to the entire family. Your primary care team can coordinate the many services you receive such as: 

Food Pantry: 3rd Saturday of the month from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. 

• The Soup Kitchen prepares hot meals that are served each Wednesday to the hungry.  
• Health Fair twice a year to provide non-invasive health and wellness screenings to families in our community.  
• Clothing Closet operates on a quarterly basis to provide clothing to needy families in the community. 

Prism United responds to the comprehensive needs of LGBTQ+ youth in Southwest Alabama. Specifically, Prism works to mitigate the psychological, socio-economic, and academic disadvantages caused by repression and victimization.

Programs and Services:

Facilitated, curriculum-based virtual and in-person gatherings through our Prism Teens (14-18), Prism Pre-Teens (10-13), and Prism Families programs

The agency provides various services for older adults, persons with disabilities and caregivers.

Over 25 senior centers provide recreation, transportation to the center, and a midday meal; or home-delivered meals for the homebound.

Springhill Medical Center is a 263-bed acute care hospital located in the U.S. city of Mobile, Alabama. It is accredited by The Joint Commission.

We provide highly regarded surgical, oncological, clinical and acute care to women and children. Our team of physician specialists, nurses and technicians care for the medical needs of women and children with a family-centered approach.

USA Health Providence in Mobile, Alabama, is a full-service 349-bed hospital with 24/7 emergency care that also operates an outpatient diagnostic center and a freestanding rehabilitation and wellness center. We provide advanced surgical care for serious and life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Our care teams listen to understand your health needs and deliver care that's right for you. Ascension Providence is a destination for specialty care.

USA Health University Hospital is an acute care facility serving as the major referral center for southwest Alabama, southeast Mississippi, and portions of northwest Florida. 

We offer centers for Level I trauma, burn, stroke, cardiovascular disease, and sickle cell disease. 

As a teaching and research facility for the Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama, University Hospital plays a key role in the development of new technology, treatments, and training of future healthcare professionals. 

Victory Health Partners is a faith-based nonprofit medical practice that offers compassionate, affordable, and comprehensive primary healthcare to adults aged 19-64 who are not covered by health insurance and do not qualify for Medicaid, Medicare, or VA Benefits.

Victory patients also have access to specialty care, including dental, optometry, and more, through partnerships with 170 medical providers in our community.