Citizenship - Literacy Volunteers of Collier County
LVCC offers a citizenship class. This class helps prepare students and non-students for the citizenship exam. The course is six weeks long. There are requirements to be met before applying. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Workplace Literacy - Literacy Volunteers of Collier County
LVCC offers a workplace literacy program. The program is for non-native speakers. It helps workers improve their communication skills. So that they can effectively carry out their role in the workplace. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Family Literacy - Literacy Volunteers of Collier County
LVCC offers a family literacy program. The program promotes learning as a family activity. The classes take place in county public schools. They are during school hours. The families get free books to take home and read together. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Available Programs:
- Children and Parents Reading Together (CPRT)
- Families Learning English (FLE)
Adult Programs - Lighthouse of Collier
This group offers a variety of programs for adults who are blind or vision impaired. The programs are offered year-round. They can be in a group or individual basis depending on the needs of the client. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Programs Include:
Children's Program for the Blind - Lighthouse of Collier
This group has a children’s program for the blind. It is for children between the ages of 6 and 13. It emphasizes the expanded core curriculum to promote independence. A specialized plan is created for each child. This plan will help meet their needs and goals. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Primary Services - Helps Outreach
Helps Outreach offers a variety of services. They provide new and slightly used items. There is no charge for the services. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Items Available Include:
- Baby Items
- Clothing
- Electronics
- Furniture
- Household Items
Family Connect - Healthy Start Southwest Florida
This group offers the family connect program. It connects families to community programs. Families can get free education and support unique to the needs of each family. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Help can include:
- breastfeeding and car seat safety
- childbirth education
- developmental milestone information
- family counseling
- help finding community resources
- in-person support
- prenatal nutrition
Mental Health Services - Healthcare Network
This group offers behavioral health services. They use an integrated care model to treat both the body and mind. There is a sliding fee scale available. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Feeding Seniors - Harry Chapin Food Bank
This group runs a Feeding Seniors program. It is a food distribution program for seniors. Seniors aged 60 and over are eligible to use the program. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Email: seniorprograms@haryychapinfoodbank.org
Programs Available:
- Care and Share Senior Feeding Program
- Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)