Displaced Homemakers Program - Santa Fe College
The program is for people who have worked in the home and now need to find a job. Clients will learn skills that will help them re-enter the workplace. Please see the website to learn more.
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Santa Fe College - Displaced Homemakers Program
This program helps women who have previously worked in the home for no pay to get new job skills and find full-time employment. Each women will get a Career Coach who will help set up an individualized plan of action. Clients will learn life, computer and employability skills. They will get job counseling and be able to attend career workshops. All of the Displaced Homemaker Program services are free of charge. Please see the website for more information.
Program Components Include:
- Applications
- Assertive communication skills and problem solving
- Basic computer skills
- Goal setting
- Interview techniques
- Job search plans
- Resume development
- Self esteem building
- Stress management
- Time management
Vocational Rehabilitation - Florida Division of Blind Services
This program is part of the Florida Department of Education. It is for people who don't see well in both eyes. It helps them find jobs and keep jobs. Please call 800.443.0908 or go to the website to learn more information.
Services Include:
Florida Division of Blind Services
The Florida Division of Blind Services is a part of the Department of Education. They offer braille and talking books. They also offer downloadable books. These are for the visually impaired. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll Free: 800.342.1828
Elderly Care Referrals - SeniorCare.com
SeniorCare.com is a website that helps seniors and their families find information they need. You can reach out or visit the agencies listed on the site to make sure you get all the details you may need. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Available Directories:
- Assisted Living
- Home Care
- Nursing Homes
- Adult Day Care
Gilchrist County Schools - Extended Day Program - Bell Elementary
This school offers an extended day program for $25 per week. The fee is $30 per week for preschool students. Fees must be paid in advance. The Summer Program costs $56 per week. This is for students from PK-5. Please see the Trenton website for more information.
Contact: Sandra Carawan - 352.463.3275
The program includes:
- Computer-assisted learning
- Homework help
- Meals & snacks (summer program only)
- Recreational activities
Florida Department of Education - Scholarships
This website gives information about scholarships for college. There are also aids and assessments you can take online to explore career interests. Your local school guidance counselor can help with the application process. Please see the website for more information.
Gilchrist County School District
Gilchrist County has two elementary schools and two combination middle/high schools. GCSD offers help with college scholarships. There are services for special needs children. Please check the website for the school calendar.
Support Network - American Heart Association
This group offers a support network. It is for those who are overcoming heart or stroke challenges. The network covers a variety of topics. People can share experiences and wisdom with others on the same path. You can learn how to make your experience smoother. You can also learn how to make it easier to manage. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Topics:
American Heart Association
This group is a charity organization. It is dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. The group funds healthy eating programs and scientific research. It also promotes access to care.