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Pinellas County Consumer Protection hosts a free shred event for Fraud Awareness Week at East Lake High School, 9 to 11am or until the truck is full. Bring up to 3 boxes or bags per vehicle. The Sheriff's Office also collects unused or unwanted medication.
Verified Oct 27 · pinellas.gov
Catch: Only for: Pinellas County residents · Limit 3 boxes or bags per vehicle; ends early if the truck fills
Another free Fraud Awareness Week shred event from Pinellas County Consumer Protection, this time at the Gulfport Senior Center, 9 to 11am or until the truck is full. Up to 3 boxes or bags per vehicle; Gulfport Police collect unused medication.
Verified Oct 27 · pinellas.gov
Catch: Only for: Pinellas County residents · Limit 3 boxes or bags per vehicle; ends early if the truck fills
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ServicesFree (worth about $150)For people who qualify
Intake attorneys from Gulfcoast Legal Services, a nonprofit that provides free legal help, meet people for consultations at The Sunshine Center on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 1 to 4pm. Listed by Pinellas County's Justice Coordination office. Bring proof of income; call (727) 821-0726 ext. 132 to ask what help is available for your situation.
Verified Oct 27 · pinellas.gov
Catch: Only for: income under 250% of the poverty level, with proof (crime victims and people 60+ may qualify regardless) · Only for: residents of Pinellas, Manatee and Sarasota counties
ServicesFree (worth about $50)For people who qualify
Gulfcoast Legal Services and St. Pete Free Clinic run a free monthly session to help people apply for their birth certificate: they prescreen eligibility, help fill out the application and answer questions on the spot. Last Tuesday of every month, 9am to 1pm. Useful if you need ID for a job, housing or benefits.
Verified Oct 27 · pinellas.gov
Catch: Applicants are prescreened for eligibility (Gulfcoast Legal generally requires income under 250% of the poverty level) · The certificate fee isn't covered on the page; ask
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