Putnam County Homeless Resources

According to our latest Point In Time Survey completed every January, there were 56 homeless people recorded in Putnam County. There were 19 living on the streets and 37 were living in shelters. There were also 70 homeless people in jail and 532 homeless children enrolled in school.

According to United Way of Florida’s ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, but Employed) Report, last conducted in 2015, Putnam County had 72,023 people and 28,165 households. The median household income was $31,483, while the state’s average was $49,426. There were 14,729 households living below the ALICE threshold, which is $11,770 for a single adult, and $24,250 for two adults, one infant and one preschooler.

Looking for Help? We’re Working to End Homelessness in Putnam County.

If you live in Putnam County and you are experiencing hunger, about to be homeless, or are homeless, we’re here to help. Please explore the following list of community resources and service providers to learn about services available to you.

 You can also find information about homeless service providers in Putnam County through the free, confidential resource referral line offered through United Way of North Central Florida. Simply dial 2-1-1 to connect with a 211 operator. Services are available 24/7 and in multiple languages.

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Guides to resources and services

Homeless Prevention Assistance Request Registry Flyer

Review this flyer if you are at risk of losing your housing, including if you have received an eviction or utility shutoff notice, are behind on rent, are temporarily staying with others or in a hotel/motel, or are otherwise facing housing instability.

Points of Entry

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Catholic Charities

Call: (386) 328-2333

Address:
1000 Husson Ave., Palatka, FL 32177

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Lee Conlee House

Call: (386) 325-3141

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Heart of Putnam

Call: (386) 328-0984

Address:
2600 Peters St., Palatka, Fl 32177

Hotlines

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Abuse Hotline

Call: 1 (800) 962-2873
TDD: 1 (800) 453-5145

Report abuse of children and vulnerable adults

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Rape Crisis Hotline

Call: 1 (888) 956-RAPE (7273)

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Domestic Violence Hotline

Call: 1 (800) 500-1119
TTY: 1 (800) 621-4202

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Information and Referrals

Dial: 2-1-1 or (352) 332-4636
Text: your zip code to 898211
Chat: online here

Trained professionals available 24/7 to provide crisis counseling and referrals to health and human service programs that can meet a variety of needs including, but not limited to, food, housing, employment, health care, and more.