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Community & Veterans Services Department
We are the friendly faces and helping hands that guide residents to resources that improve their quality of life . . .
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Manatee County Community Needs Assessment Survey for Community and Veterans Services Department
Your input is important to help Manatee County Government understand the needs, challenges, and gaps in services for our community. This survey will cover a variety of areas, including animal welfare, human services, aging, veterans' services, housing, and criminal justice. Your responses will help us improve and expand services to better meet the needs of our residents.
Children, Youth, Adult and Aging Services
Veterans Services and Community Development
Animal Welfare and Probation Services
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Neighborhood Connections Division
Neighborhood Connections Division Manager : Debbie DeLeon
The Neighborhood Connections division was formed in 2007 with the creation of the Neighborhood Services Department. Our purpose is to identify, connect, collaborate and provide resources to the neighborhoods throughout Manatee County. Our goal is to empower and guide neighborhoods who are willing to help themselves become a better place to live.
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Human Services Division, Aging Services Section
Aging Services
Manatee County manages many grant funded programs to assist elderly residents. The programs enable seniors ages 60 and older to remain in their homes or the home of their caregiver.
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Human Services Division, Adult Section
Criminal Justice Policy Coordinator : Renese Remy
The Adult Services Section report to the Human Services Division and focus on programs and services aimed at supporting adult residents within Manatee County.
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Human Services Division, Children's Section
Children's Services Coordinator : Kristi Hagen
Manatee County's Children's Services invests in programs that support the well-being of children who are abused, neglected, at-risk or economically disadvantaged. Children's Services staff support nonprofits in their efforts to build strong families, prepare children for school, achieve age-appropriate literacy skills, prevent teenage pregnancy, and more.More Information1112 Manatee Ave W
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Community Development Division
Housing and Community Development Coordinator : Deborah Ash
Community Development administers programs that are designed to "bring you home" to quality living in an affordable residence and provide neighborhood improvements through community enhancement and housing assistance activities.More Information -
Probation Services Division
Probation Services Manager : Jennifer Burgh
The Probation unit provides post sentencing supervision for misdemeanor cases.
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Animal Welfare Division
Animal Services
The mission of Manatee County Animal Welfare is to maintain public safety and health through the enforcement of laws and ordinances related to animals, promote responsible pet ownership, promote adoptions and reduce pet overpopulation.More Information -
Veterans Services Division
Veterans Services Manager : Renee Medina
The Manatee County Veterans Services Office is an important link in helping Veterans and their dependents obtain the earned benefits they so greatly deserve.More Information
Advisory Boards
Children's Services Advisory Board
Affordable Housing Advisory Board
Next Meeting
1112 Manatee Ave W
Community & Veterans Services Department, 5th Floor
Bradenton, FL 34205
The Handy Bus service is a door-to-door public transportation service provided for individuals with disabilities who are unable to use the regular fixed route buses. It’s an advanced reservation, shared-ride service operated with accessible Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant vehicles.
Eligibility requirements vary by program. Program determination is based on verification of the written application and may also include professional verification and/or an in-person functional assessment.
For more information on ADA Paratransit Service and Transportation Disadvantaged Services, please call (941) 748-2317 or visit the MCAT (Manatee County Area Transportation) website.
Floridians can use the MyACCESS Portal to apply for, manage, and renew their government assistance, including SNAP and Medicaid benefits. For more information visit www.myflfamilies.com/MyACCESS.
Customer Call Center: (850) 300-4323; agents are available from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.Florida Relay 711 or TTY 1-800-955-8771
SNAP, formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, provides nutritional support for low-income seniors, people with disabilities living on fixed incomes, and other individuals and families with low incomes. SNAP is a federal program administered by the Florida Department of Children and Families Office of Economic Self-Sufficiency (ESS). ESS is responsible for determining eligibility for SNAP using federal guidelines.
The Florida Department of Children and Families does not have a physical location in the Bradenton area; however, local community partner agencies can answer questions and help with applications, providing access to public assistance services.
Assistance is also available in Sarasota:
Sarasota One Stop Service Center: (877) 595-0384
1864 17th Street
Sarasota Florida 34234
Pet stores and breeders will be inspected at least twice annually. Additional inspections may be conducted based on complaints or at the discretion of Manatee County Animal Welfare. Inspections will assess compliance with all standards set forth in the ordinance, and inspectors have the authority to enter and inspect any area where animals are housed or cared for.
If a license is suspended or revoked, the Division may enforce the penalty through Florida Statute 162.30, which allows for civil actions to enforce county ordinances. The county may also seek additional penalties or damages as provided under the Manatee County Land Development Code.
If a Stop Work Order is issued, all work related to the violation must immediately cease. The order will be given in writing to the property owner, agent, or person doing the work, outlining the conditions for resuming the work. Continuing work after the order is issued is considered an irreparable violation and may result in legal penalties. However, the Stop Work Order can be appealed.
While the deadline to obtain the permit has not yet been determined, Manatee County Animal Welfare staff is working patiently and diligently with both breeders and pet stores to help them meet compliance requirements voluntarily.
This is a list of subsidized senior housing locations in Manatee County. Please contact each individual location for eligibility and waiting list information.
699 Haben Boulevard
Palmetto, FL 34221
941-722-5119
6125 14th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34207
941-756-9000
1523 6th Ave. W.
Bradenton, FL 34205
941-748-2883
1673 40th Ave. Cir. E.
Ellenton, FL 34222
941-723-9636
510 26th St. W.
Palmetto, FL 34221
941-729-2063
1800 Woodwinds Dr.
Bradenton, FL 34208
941-748-6553
2511 16th St. Ct. East
Bradenton, FL 34208
941-907-4109 x112
2407 13th Ave. Dr. E.
Palmetto, FL 34221
941-729-2437
Public Housing and Section 8
www.GoSection8.com
www.FloridaHousingSearch.org
Manatee County Animal Welfare offers a year-round Pet Food Pantry program. Please call (941) 742-5933 to arrange for pickup of supplies at their Palmetto shelter location, or at the Bishop Animal Shelter, 5718 21st Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34209.