Kissimmee--FL

KISSIMMEE, FL
(Osceola County)

Kissimmee, is a city in Osceola County, Florida, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the population was 59,682. It is the county seat of Osceola County.

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Resources Food
Resources Employment
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Services Transportation
Information Education
Resources Healthcare
Information Elderly
Services Childcare
Information Social Security
Office Government
Identification Voting
Information Census
2015

Emergency Contacts

911 - Emergency (Fire, Medical, Criminal)
311 – Community Info
COE (Emergency Operation) – (407) 742-9000
TOHO (Water Utility) – 407-944-5000
Kissimmee Utility Authority–407-933-7777
Fire Department (Non-emergency) – (407) 518.2585
Red Cross – 407-847-2781
Police (Non-emergency) – 407.846.3333
Crisis Services – 407-742-9000 (Shelter, flooding, emergency situations)
Lifeline Suicide Crisis Hotline – 407-425-2624
ASSMCA (Mental Health services) – 1.800.981.0023

Housing Resources

Florida Housing Search – Search engine for housing
Jewish Family Services (Emergency Financial services / rent assistance and budgeting)
- 407-839-4357
The Osceola County Catholic Charities of Central Florida (phone 888-658-2828) is another of the leading charities in the area. They provide services such as health care, occasional funds for such expenses as housing, rent, and utility help. In addition, they can also refer people to both Florida and federal government assistance programs, and provide counseling and referrals.
Osceola County Human Services Division – Among other services include the Community Development Block Grant. This program provides rental and housing assistance to Osceola County residents who are faced with an eviction or who are in danger of becoming homeless. Any emergency rental assistance shall be limited to the first and second months’ rent with a possible payment of up to the fifth months’ rent if eligible for aid. Other resources include future financial management plan, housing services, home Improvement and repair, and job finding programs. 330 North Beaumont Avenue, Kissimmee, Florida 34741, call (407) 742-8405.
http://hope192.com/osceola-county-family-resource-guide
https://cflcc.org/refugee-resettlement-program
Transitional housing resources can place families facing imminent eviction or the homeless into shelters, apartments, or other short term housing units. The program is wide ranging and can assist people of all backgrounds, including veterans, senior citizens, and single parents. The transitional housing programs can also help Kissimmee area families enroll into job training and budgeting workshops and learn about financial aid and other resources. Click here.

Food Resources

WIC - Program for pregnant or breastfeeding women
SNAP – Low Income Nutritional Assistance Program
Locate more Osceola County pantries
Catholic Charities of Orlando - Food Pantry
- Holy Redeemer Catholic Church - Call this church at (407) 847-2500.
First Christian Hispanic Church is located in Kissimmee. The needy, regardless of race or religion may qualify.
Osceola Christian Ministry Center administers several programs for the needy and low income. Minor medical needs, including prescriptions, dental care and treatment for infections is offered for the uninsured. Other assistance offered includes clothing, food, meals, and referrals to emergency financial assistance. 700 Union Street, Kissimmee, FL 34741, call (407) 944-9968
Salvation Army of Kissimmee - Individuals in need of Food Pantry Assistance for an unforeseen emergency event need to provide the following documentation when coming to The Salvation Army Osceola Service Center. WALK-INS for Food Pantry Assistance are welcome during normal business hours.

Employment Search

Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce – Job Search Engine
Latino Leadership – Facebook group connecting Hispanics to companies looking for workers in education, health, and technology
Estan Contratando – Facebook group highlighting job opportunities in Orlando, Kissimmee and Tampa
Employ Florida – Job Search Engine
Resource Employment Solutions
- 866-412-6535
Goodwill - Assistance with resumes & interviews
Christian Help - Employment counseling
Jobs Partnership Florida – Employment Counseling
For assistance with the Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) application and filing process, and/or employment services in Marion County, call 840-5700, ext. 1119, or visit the Career Center at 2703 NE 14th St., Ocala.

Language Services

Florida Literacy – Family Literacy Resource Center
Language International – Search for English classes
Adult Learning Center Osceola - English Second Language
Escuela de Ingles Rodriguez
Tutor-ESL
Learn foreign languages in Kissimmee - My Language Exchange (check this)
10 Best English Language Schools in Kissimmee

Transportation Information

City Public Transportation
Lynx Public Disadvantaged Transportation Program
Uber, Lyft – yes

Education Resources

Osceola County Public Schools
- New Student Registration
Hispanic Federation – Education Programs
Puerto Rico Educational Relief Efforts – University of Central Florida
Osceola Library System » Literacy

Healthcare Information

Affordable HealthCare Representatives offer assistance to residents.
- Every WEDNESDAY 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- To schedule an appointment contact our Navigator Mrs. Anne Packham at: 407.489.2752
  HOLA Office, 595 North Primrose Drive Orlando, FL 32803
- Ref: http://www.cityoforlando.net/hola/events-2/
24/7 Disaster Distress Helpline : 1.800.985.5990
Affordable Care Act / Health Insurance Marketplace.
- http://www.health care.gov/
- O: 1.877.564.5031 C: 407.580.7155
Advent Health – Orlando
Immunizations
Florida Department of Health in Osceola County

Elderly Services

Childcare Information

Free Child Care Resources & Referrals
Community Coordinated Child Care (4C)
- (407) 846-5311 Call for wait list.

Kissimmee Social Security Office

As residents of Puerto Rico pay into Social Security, Puerto Ricans are eligible for Social Security benefits upon retirement
Social Security Office - Kissimmee

Government Identification

Driver's License Osceola County
- What to Bring
Puerto Rico Federal Affairs Administration (PRFAA) offers assistance to residents needing assistance in obtaining birth, marriage and death certificates from the Puerto Rican government. Please call us to make an appointment.
- For appointments, call 407.776.9000 (Orlando, Florida Office)
- 6925 Lake Ellenor Drive, Suite 100, Orlando
- will be open Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Copies of birth certificates will be $5. Additional copies are $10, as well as marriage and death certificate
- Ref: http://www.cityoforlando.net/hola/events-2/
US Citizen and Immigration Services (Orlando is the closest)
- 1.800.375.52 83
- Address: 6680 Corporate Ctr. Blvd. Orlando, FL 32822

Voting Information

Register to Vote
Video - Spread the Vote (Javier Munoz)
Spread the Vote – Florida voting requirements
Mi Familia Vota, Non partisan organization that helps Latinos register to vote
Vamos 4 PR Action – Stateside organization fighting for Puerto Ricans on the island
- Ref: https://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/breaking-news/os-puerto-rico-governor-political-organization-20180424-story.html

Census 2015

Quick Facts - Kissimmee https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/kissimmeecityflorida/PST045218

Puerto Ricans living in Florida by County

Orange County 173,512
Miami-Dade County 103,468
Hillsborough County 103,138
Osceola County 87,045
Broward County 82,873
Palm Beach County 43,390
Polk County 42,114
Seminole County 40,084
Volusia County 29,370
Lee County 28,956
Pasco County 24,662
Pinellas County 24,652
Duval County 24,442
Brevard County 21,067
Marion County 17,946
Lake County 17,460
St. Lucie County 13,193
Hernando County 10,983
Manatee County 8,056
Collier County 7,483
Clay County 6,278
Alachua County 6,165
Sarasota County 5,632
Highlands County 5,363
Leon County 4,203
St. Johns County 3,916
Flagler County 3,887
Escambia County 3,614
Citrus County 3,387
Okaloosa County 3,378
Bay County 2,976
Charlotte County 2,814
Indian River County 2,641
Martin County 2,553
Santa Rosa County 2,086
Putnam County 1,832
Sumter County 1,673
Monroe County 1,354
Columbia County 1,317
Hendry County 1,106
Levy County 952
DeSoto County 606
Okeechobee County 554
Jackson County 481
Hardee County 437
Wakulla County 382
Taylor County 263