updated 10/13/05

Where to Call If You Need Help or Assistance in Baldwin County

The Baldwin County VOAD Recovery Team - 251-947-5616

Monday - Friday
9am - 4pm

Emergency Services

Please call the agency for your area before you visit them.

Residents of Central Baldwin (Loxley to Summerdale) contact
Catholic Social Services
– 251-947-2293 
Located across from St. Patrick's Church in Robertsdale
Emergency assistance of food, clothing, prescriptions, rent and utilities, if you qualify.  School Supplies, Uniform Vouchers, Baby Items and Medical Equipment available.  Also offers Therapeutic Counseling and a Disabled Homeless Program.  Hours are  9am–Noon and 1pm – 3pm Mon–Fri.

Residents of Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Ft. Morgan contact
Christian Service Center
– 251-968-5256 or 968-5252  
Located at 317 Dolphin St, Gulf Shores
Emergency assistance of  food, medication, rent & utilities. Also have linens, small appliances, dishes and medical equipment. Hours are 9am-Noon, Mon-Fri.

Residents of Baldwin, Escambia, Clarke, Monroe & Conecuh Counties contact
Community Action
Agency of Baldwin, Escambia, Clarke, Monroe & Conecuh Counties -- (251)626-2646/2647 
  Located 26440 N. Pollard Rd, Daphne
Assisting with rent, food, utilities, medications, clothing, minor repairs and any immediate needs.  Hours are 8am-4:30pm Mon-Fri.

Ecumenical Ministries - Two locations
Residents of Fairhope, Daphne, Spanish Fort, Montrose and Point Clear contact
(251)928-3430  
564 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope 9am-Noon & 1pm-3pm, Mon-Fri.
Residents South of Co Rd 32 (Foley, Lillian, Elberta, Magnolia Springs) contact
(251)943-3445   102 W. Spruce St, Foley
9am-Noon & 1pm-4pm, Mon-Fri.
Emergency assistance with food, prescriptions, rent & utilities. The Fairhope location has a thrift shop, Emmy’s. Fairhope location provides Meals on Wheels to those who qualify.

Residents North of I-10 contact
North Baldwin Ecumenical Association
(251)937-8115  
Located in the Bay Minette Housing Bldg.  
Assists North Baldwin County residents with food, medication, rent & utilities. 

Clothes

Goodwill Easter Seals of the Gulf Coast
906 McMeans Ave, Bay Minette – 251-937-7085
110 Greeno Rd. N, Fairhope --
251-990-7729
Serving ALL of Baldwin County.  Provides a Thrift Store and assists with some medical equipment needs.  Thrift Store opened Monday through Saturday 9am-7pm, Sunday 12-6pm. 

Counseling

Baldwin County Mental Health  – 1-800-558-8295  
If you need to speak with someone, or you want to set an appointment for counseling.  No referral needed.

The Shoulder of the Central Gulf Coast (251)626-2199  
A referral source for those seeking info about 12 step alcohol & drug abuse meetings scheduled in Baldwin County.  Call for more info.  A free medical clinic is available on Monday evenings at 5pm.

Disaster Services

American Red Cross –  251-438-2571 / 251-943-3844 
Preparation, prevention and response to large and small disasters, services to the military and their families, safety and health education and other community services.

The Salvation Army – 251-438-1625 / 251-943-3883 Foley
Provides emergency food, shelter, clothing, utility and emergency travel assistance to clients on an emergency basis.

FEMA

Disaster victims are urged to register for assistance before visiting the center by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). The TTY number is 1-800-462-7585 for those who are speech- or hearing-impaired.  

For additional assistance, Baldwin County residents can call the Baldwin County Long Term Recovery Team at 251-947-5616.

Medical

The Baldwin Clinic / La Clinica de Baldwin 251-947-1083
Located at the Peachtree Professional Center, 1809 N. McKenzie St, Foley
Open 12-8 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 9-5 Thursday and Friday.
Offers quality primary health care for the underserved, low income populations, including migrants.  Services rendered in English/Spanish/Portuguese.  Immunizations for children and adults; Also offers prenatal care. 

The Shoulder of the Central Gulf Coast (251)626-2199  
Located on the Causeway in Spanish Fort  
A referral source for those seeking info about 12 step alcohol & drug abuse meetings scheduled in Baldwin County.  Call for more info.  A free medical clinic is available on Monday evenings at 5pm.

Migrant Workers

The Baldwin Clinic / La Clinica de Baldwin 251-947-1083
Located at the Peachtree Professional Center, 1809 N. McKenzie St, Foley
Open 12-8 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 9-5 Thursday and Friday.
Offers quality primary health care for the underserved, low income populations, including migrants.  Services rendered in English/Spanish/Portuguese.  Immunizations for children and adults; Also offers prenatal care.   

Price Gouging

District Attorney's office -- 943-2503 or 943-5611

Unemployment

Temporary Jobs for those left unemployed by Hurricane Katrina
Visit your nearest One-Stop Career Center
Foley, 200 W. Michigan Avenue, 943-2327
Bay Minette, 201 Faulkner Drive, 937-4244
Unemployment -- Claims are now being filed by phone
Call toll free 1-866-234-5382.  Deaf, hard of hearing and speech-impaired call the TTY-TDD line 
toll free 1-800-499-2035.  Hours are 7am-5pm Monday through Friday.
If you get a busy signal, please try again later.  Mondays and Tuesdays are usually the busiest days.  Cell phones are NOT recommendedPlease have the following information available when you call:

  • Social Security Number

    Driver's license, Alabama ID# or Alien Registration Card

    Address and Phone Number of last two employers

    A copy of your check for bank account information if you want your benefit check to be directly deposited to your bank

    You will be asked to give a PIN number, so make up a 4 digit PIN before the call.  If you are unsure what you need to do to acquire a PIN, skip this question and wait until you speak with a representative who will assist you with your PIN.

    Any questions that you are uncertain of, simply hold the line and a representative will eventually answer.  DO NOT HANG UP!!

  • If you have a problem with your claim, call toll free 1-800-361-4524.  The line is open 7am-5pm, Monday through Friday.  You may also access general information from this line without providing identification.
      

FEMA offers Disaster Employment assistance through the State Employment Office.

  • Employees calls the above numbers.  

  • Employers should contacts US Small Business Administration disaster assistance in Atlanta at 1-800-359-2227 or 404-347-3771.