Basic Needs & Crisis Prevention

United Way of Hernando County's Basic Needs & Crisis Initiative Initiative

Goal

Residents experiencing a crisis or trauma will receive emotional, financial, or general support they need to overcome life's unexpected barriers.

    Focus Areas

    • Food security
    • Protection from neglect, abuse, and exploitation
    • Transitional/supportive Housing for those experiencing homelessness

    Basic Needs Initiative Programs

    1. 211 Hernando
    2. ALICE in Hernando: Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed
    3. COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disaster)
    4. Coronavirus Relief Assistance Funds (currently not active)
    5. RIDE UNITED: Accessible Food
    6. UNITED @ WORK

    United Way Partner Programs

    ALICE Facts

    • 38% of Hernando County are walking a financial tightrope between financial stability and poverty.
    • 11% of families in Hernando County are living in poverty.