Resources

UM Hemophilia Treatment Center
The HTC provides, in addition to medical care, a wide variety of social services to our patients. If you need help with family issues, financial problems, crisis situations or counseling, we are here to help. Click the HTC logo at left to fill out a contact form. All information is confidential. Contact us

Getting care in the Jackson Health System
Jackson Memorial Hospital is aware that medical costs often occur when families least expect or can afford them. If you can't make a payment or are having financial problems, a financial representative will work with you to try to help you. Click here to visit site

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program
The Florida Department of Community Affairs' Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program provides federal money to non-profit agencies and local governments so they can assist low-income families with home heating and cooling costs.Click here to learn more>>

Emergency Housing Financial Assistance
The Emergency Financial Assistance for Housing Program (EFAHP) provides a one-time payment of up to $400 to families who are totally without shelter or face the loss of shelter because of non-payment of rent or mortgage. Click here to read more>>

Occupational Outlook Handbook
The Occupational Outlook Handbook is a nationally recognized source of career information, designed to provide valuable assistance to individuals making decisions about their future work lives. Click here to learn more>>

FPL Care to Share
Sometimes, circumstances can get overwhelming, especially for families dealing with a chronic illness. The FPL Care to Share program is designed to provide emergency assistance funds to customers in a crisis situation who are unable to pay their electric bill. Click here to learn more>>

New! Section 8 housing
Learn more about renting and HUD rental assistance programs. Click here to learn more>>

Food for families in need
Angel Food Ministries is a non-profit, non-denominational organization dedicated to providing grocery relief and financial support to communities throughout the United States. Click here to learn more>>

Free wireless phone program
SafeLink Wireless is a government supported program that provides a free cell phone and airtime each month for income-eligible customers in Florida.
Click here to read more>>

New! United Way partners offer help
United Way is working to advance the common good by creating opportunities for a better life for all. Check out the list of their partners that may be able to help you or someone you know in a time of need. Click here to for the list.>>

New! How to fund your college education
Start by applying for Federal Student Aid. Federal Student Aid comes from the U.S. Department of Education. It covers expenses such as tuition, fees, room and board, books, supplies and transportation. It's money that helps a student pay for educational expenses at a post-secondary school, such as college, vocational school or graduate school. Start by filling out your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Read more>>

Scholarship information
There are many resources for college scholarships available to hemophilia patients through a variety of organizations. NHF has a complete listing of available scholarships. Click here to read more>>

More scholarship information from Florida Next
We have all heard about the kids who get full scholarships to play college sports. But there are also many opportunities for students with other abilities and interests. See if you qualify for one of the many scholarships by clicking here to read more>>

National Hemophilia Foundation
National Hemophilia Foundation is dedicated to finding better treatments and cures for bleeding and clotting disorders and to preventing the complications of these disorders through education, advocacy and research. Visit their website for more information. Click here to learn more>>

Hemophilia Foundation of Greater Florida
Hemophilia Foundation of Greater Florida is dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with related bleeding disorders and their families through education, information and referral services, advocacy and research.
They do provide financial assistance for bleeding disorders families in crisis. Click here for the Financial Assistance Form. Click here for the guidelines.

Hemophilia Federation of America
The Hemophilia Federation of America (HFA) is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization incorporated in 1994 to address the evolving needs of the bleeding disorders community. Read more>>

Florida Hemophilia Association
The Florida Hemophilia Association (formerly the Florida Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation) exists to promote opportunities for improving the quality of life for persons with hemophilia or other bleeding disorders. More>>

Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) is the nation's leading sexual and reproductive health care advocate and provider. Read more>>

Patient Services Incorporated
Patient Services Incorporated is an advocate for families with expensive chronic illnesses. They offer assistance programs to help subsidize the cost of health insurance premiums and other expenses. Click here to read more>>

Hurricane preparedness article
The American Thrombosis & Hemostasis Network, a non-profit organization founded to advance and improve the care of individuals affected by bleeding and thrombotic disorders, has published an article about hurricane preparedness. Click here to read the article. Click here to visit ATHN.