Resources

If you’re struggling financially at this time and are in need of pet food, you can find help from ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) Miami. It is now offering free pet food to Miami-Dade County residents affected by the current times, with a few provisions to follow. To keep up …

Miami has amazing spots and cozy corners where you can connect to WiFi for free. If you don’t have WiFi at home, or just need a change of scenery during this time of remote working, here are some options around town – from picturesque coffee shops to parks to rest stops. To keep up with …

Do you own a restaurant or other business? We have a new way for you to reach your customers: the Miami on the Cheap Business Directory, plus the Miami Restaurant Directory. These directories offer businesses an opportunity to reach more customers at an affordable price – starting with free for basic listings. Even if you …

Next time you visit a Miami-Dade County park, keep your eyes peeled for the Bookmobile and Technobus. That’s right, Miami-Dade Public Library System is bringing books and technology to you! The program – which is a partnership between Miami-Dade County Parks and Miami-Dade County Library System – aims to make reading, technology and digital media …

In a continued effort to promote literacy, The Children’s Trust has expanded its Book Club! Get free monthly books by mail for your child – from birth until their fifth birthday. (The program originally targeted just 3-year-olds.) To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow …

The Affordable Care Act marketplace has reopened, meaning that Florida residents can sign up for insurance plans even if they haven’t experienced a qualifying “life change.” If you lost insurance last year and didn’t sign up by the deadline, or if you never had insurance, you can sign up for a new plan now through …

We’re all living and working by Zoom calls nowadays, so why not make the wallpaper/background something beautiful and fun? From marine life and gardens to Miami hotpots or sports teams, there’s certainly an image for any taste. Take a look at what’s available free of charge! To keep up with latest news, sign up for …

Residents interested in information about financial aid, food pantries & other social services resources for individuals and families are welcome to simply dial 2-1-1. 2-1-1 Broward is a free health and human services helpline providing support and valuable information about local agencies and organizations offering resources related to specific issues. Connecting with 2-1-1 Broward counselors …

If we have to wear a mask, we might as well have some fun with it, right? There are Miami-themed masks available for purchase that glitter with color, convey a message, or represent a team or hotspot or favorite TV show. So many options out there! We’ve compiled a list of masks for fans of …

Walgreens’ popular and long-running loyalty program, Balance Rewards, has ended – and, in its place, the popular drug store has launched a new loyalty program, myWalgreens. According to the store, the new program is more simplified for customers. Basically, earn Walgreens Cash for just about every purchase. No more need to keep track of points …

Ready to take down your beautiful Christmas tree? Don’t fret: If you don’t know what to do with the once-festive fir, now that the holiday is over, we’ve got some answers for you. Miami-Dade County’s Department of Solid Waste Management offers some pretty specific options, so please read the instructions carefully.  To keep up with …