The Health Services Section of the Public Safety Department will be the lead department in coordinating homeless prevention, response, outreach, and efforts.
County assistance is provided to partnering agencies to ensure appropriate access to shelters and services for those experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. For a list of programs and services, please see below.
Non-Profit Homeless Programs and Services
Each year, Manatee County Government accepts applications from not-for-profit agencies for the provision of homeless services needed in Manatee County.
Non-Profit Information and Application Process
The Health Services Section facilitates the funding of services that are:
- Critical to the well being of the community, whether it deals with healthcare, mental and behavioral health and/or homelessness
- Strategically effective to the well-being of the community
For services and resources, please look at: