Other Family Assistance ServicesThis group offers an adult literacy program. It helps adults get the English skills they need to become productive members of the community. Classes are available online or in person. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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This group offers mental health services for adults of all ages. The treatment is available on an in-patient or out-patient basis. Patients also have the option of telemedicine. The programs are personalized to the patient. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
24 Hour Phone Line: 239.455.8500
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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.
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Department of Children and Families provides Adult Protective Services. They help adults who may be at risk of being harmed or neglected. DCF also helps adults who are unable to take care of themselves. Clients may be elderly or have a disability. Please call 800.962.2873 or visit website for more information.
***To Report Adult Abuse call 800.962.2873***
This program helps vulnerable adults from abuse and neglect, and adults with disabilities. Please call 850.603.6022 visit website for more information.
Adult Rehabilitation Centers provide spiritual, social and emotional help. It is for men who need help with their problems and with providing for themselves. They provide housing, work, and counseling. It is a clean and wholesome space. The care that members receive prepares them to re-enter society. Many are reunited with their families and resume a normal life. Please call 941.954.4673 or visit their website to learn more.
The ARC is a live-in substance abuse program for men. Most of the men who stay there don’t have much money and can stay for free. They get meals and a safe place to live in a stable setting. The program includes group therapy, support, and spiritual counseling. They also learn job skills like fixing furniture, appliances, and computers. The men help repair donated items, which are later sold at Salvation Army thrift stores. Please call 727.541.7781 to learn more information.
This group has an Adult Rehabilitation Center with a six-month program where people can live. They help men and women with social and emotional problems. They also offer a work therapy program while they are there. Please call or visit website to learn more information.
ARC Gateway helps adults with developmental disabilities. They offer programs and services that help people be more independent and included in the community. They also help adults achieve their goals. For more info, call or visit their website.
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This group has several programs for adults. They are an ACCESS site for anyone who would like to apply for food stamps and other state benefits online. Adults can learn English or take a basic computer class. A Family Specialist can offer support and referrals to area agencies (appointment needed). There are also social activities for seniors. Please see the website or call 727.528.7891 for times.
