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FDLRS - Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resources System

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FDLRS is run by the FL Department of Education. They offer Associate Centers that have instructional and technical support services for school districts all over the state. These centers assist the FDOE Exceptional Student Education programs. Each Associate Center offers four main services: Child Find, Parent Services, Human Resource Development, and Technology. They partner with school districts, agencies and support personnel. As well as with administrators and students with disabilities or exceptionalities. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

March of Dimes

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March of Dimes focuses on improving maternal and infant health outcomes. It also works to close the health equity gap. Visit the website to learn more.

Home Healthcare - Granny Nannies

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Granny Nannies provides home health care 24 hours a day. They help people recover from illness or injury at home, so they don’t have to stay in a hospital or nursing home. They can assist with meals, housekeeping, and personal chores. They also help people who have trouble keeping track of their medications. The care is provided by Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Home Health Aides (HHAs). For more information, please call or visit their website.

Toll Free: 800.316.2669

Respite Relief for Military and Veteran Caregivers - Elizabeth Dole Foundation

Read more about Respite Relief for Military and Veteran Caregivers - Elizabeth Dole Foundation

This foundation has a respite relief program. It is for military and veteran caregivers. The program offers access to free, short term relief. Help is in the form of in-home care professionals. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Email: respiterelief@elizabethdolefoundation.org

Services Include:

Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking (Lucha) Program-Americans for Immigrant Justice

Read more about Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking (Lucha) Program-Americans for Immigrant Justice

Lucha is for those dealing with domestic violence and human trafficking. There is free legal help for immigrants. You can get healthcare and mental health counseling. They can help with housing, school, and jobs. They help with banking, taxes, and earning a driver's license. See the website to learn more.

Call 305.573.1106 ext. 1400 or email luchainfo@aijustice.org for help.

Polaris

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Polaris is a nonprofit organization. The group turns knowledge into strategies. They do this to disrupt and prevent human trafficking. They serve victims and survivors through a hotline.

Hidden Helpers - Elizabeth Dole Foundation

Read more about Hidden Helpers - Elizabeth Dole Foundation

Hidden Helpers program helps military youth who are experiencing physical and emotional issues due to war. Please call or visit the website for resources and more information.

Available Guides and Resources Include:

Education
Family
Government
Health
Programs
Wounded Warrior

Continuum of Care (CoC)

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Continuum of Care (CoC) is a HUD program that provides resources to providers and groups in order to end homelessness.

Clothing/Showers
Food
Healthcare
Shelters
Housing/prevention
Support services

PACE's Reach Program-PACE Center for Girls

Read more about PACE's Reach Program-PACE Center for Girls

This group offers the Reach Program. It provides a variety of mental health related services. They are for girls between the ages of 11 and 17. As well as their families. Therapists travel to the girls. And will meet in the home, school, or community. Meeting online is also available. Please call or visit the website for locations and to learn more.

PACE Day Program-Pace Center for Girls, Inc.

Read more about PACE Day Program-Pace Center for Girls, Inc.

The PACE Day Program is year-round. Teachers help middle and high school students with education. Counselors help with support, life skills training, and career preparation. They offer help at home, as well as at schools and within the local community. Services are tailored for each girl. This program is free. Please call or visit the website for locations and to learn more.

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