The Indian River County Human Services Department administers a county assistance program aimed at reducing social and economic dependency and providing services to eligible individuals who reside in Indian River County. Assistance is provided for one-time emergency situations in which the applicant documents the ability to meet their economic needs in the subsequent months. Efforts are made to provide the maximum assistance possible to meet the minimum needs and to be consistent with the restoration of health and maintenance of an acceptable standard of living. 

To apply, individuals should call (772) 770-5151, Option 3 to schedule an appointment.

Human Services is located at the Gifford Health Center at 4675 28^th Court.

All applicants need to provide:

• social security cards for everyone residing in the house
• photo ID
• all monthly bills
• proof of all income
• most recent bank statement
• vehicle registration

Services that are provided to those eligible applicants are:

• vouchers for food
• prescriptions
• gas
• assistance with portions of utility bills or rent
• assistance with indigent burial

This service is a short term, emergency assistance solution. All applicants must prove that they will be able to meet their monthly financial obligations in the future without receiving agency assistance. Those individuals who are in need of long term assistance are referred to the Economic Opportunity Council.

For more information, please call (772)770-5151 Option 3.