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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast provides one-to-one mentoring relationships. These are for children ages 6-18 years old. The goal for children in the program is for them to achieve measurable outcomes. Such as educational success. The group provides children facing adversity with strong and enduring mentoring relationships. These are professionally supported. And change the lives of the children forever for the better. Please call or visit the website for more information.

The Able Trust

This group is a public charity. They work to promote employment opportunities for persons with disabilities in Florida. The group focuses on research and outreach. As well as capacity building. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Southern Legal Counsel, Inc.

A not-for-profit public interest law firm. Operates statewide through Florida. They are committed to the ideas of equal justice and basic human and civil rights for all. Mainly helps individuals and groups with public interest issues who would not otherwise have access to the justice system. And whose cases might bring about systemic reform. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Florida KidCare-HealthyKids

The state offers health insurance for children. From birth through age 18. It is free to apply. Enrollment is year-round. Each child is matched with the best fit of four Florida KidCare programs. Cost options include free, subsidized, and full-pay. These options are based on family income. And size of the household. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Healthcare-Planned Parenthood of Southwest Florida

Planned Parenthood offers education and advocacy.

Patient Services:

  • Adoption referrals
  • Birth control
  • Emergency contraception
  • HIV testing
  • HPV testing
  • Lifesaving breast cancer screenings
  • Lifesaving cervical cancer screenings
  • Male health services
  • Midlife services
  • Pregnancy testing
  • STD/STI testing and treatment
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Vaginal infections
  • Well Woman Visit pap, breast, pelvic

Other services also offered. Call for more information.

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