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Florida Guardian Ad Litem

GAL staff and volunteers work together for the best interests of children who have been abused and involved in the court system. Their goal is to ensure that they live in a safe and caring environment. Teens who are aging out of the foster care system can also learn about their options.

Legal Assistance - Americans for Immigrant Justice

Americans for Immigrant Justice is a non-profit law firm. They fight for justice for immigrants. They offer direct help to immigrants in need. Their services are offered at no cost. Please call 305.573.11061 or visit the website for more information.

Programs include:

  • Children's Legal Program
  • Detention Program
  • Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking (Lucha) Program
  • Family Defense Program
  • Litigation Program
  • Pro Bono Program

Americans for Immigrant Justice

Americans for Immigrant Justice is a non-profit law firm. They fight for justice for immigrants. They offer direct help, and advocacy and outreach. Services are offered at no cost.

Programs include:

  • Children's Legal Program
  • Detention Program
  • Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking (Lucha) Program
  • Family Defense Program
  • Litigation Program
  • Pro Bono Program

Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) - Central Region

APD supports persons with developmental disabilities. Their goal is to help them live, learn and work in their communities. APD provides services to help clients find jobs, funding and supported living services. Please see the website for more information.

APD serves those with:

  • Autism
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Down syndrome
  • Intellectual disabilities
  • Prader-Willi syndrome
  • Spina bifida
  • Children age 3-5 who are at a high risk of a developmental disability

MADD

MADD offers support to those who have been affected by another person's drunk driving. They advocate for victims' rights and compensation. They fight for stricter underage drinking laws. They sponsor Walk Like MADD walks to raise funds. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Florida WIC Program

This program is called WIC for short. It is for pregnant women and children up to five years old. WIC provides the following at no cost: healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support and referrals for health care. Each eligible family gets an EBT card to use at the grocery store. They also get a list of foods to purchase at the lowest prices.