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Eldercare of Alachua County, Inc.

Opens Mon 8 AM ET
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Address
5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, FL 32653
Food pantryMeals on wheels

Who qualifies & what to bring

Service area
Alachua County. Coming from outside that area? Call first. Many still help in an emergency.
ID
Not stated. Bring an ID if you have one, but many pantries don't require it.
Proof
They may ask for proof of address (a piece of mail or a utility bill).

In their words: “Must be 60 years old and live in Alachua County. Proof of age and residency is required.”

This is our best read of what Eldercare of Alachua County, Inc. has posted. Requirements change, so it's worth a quick call to confirm.

Hours this week Eastern Time (ET)

Sun ·
Mon 8 AM – 5 PM
Tue 8 AM – 5 PM
Wed 8 AM – 5 PM
Thu 8 AM – 5 PM
Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Sat ·

Eldercare of Alachua County, Inc. at 5701 NW 34 Street, Gainesville, FL provides free food (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 8 AM – 5 PM ET). Walk in, no appointment needed. Must be 60 years old and live in Alachua County. Proof of age and residency is required.

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