NILA offers independent living services for youth. They serve teens who are homeless. They also help teens who are aging out of foster care. The goal is to help each client be self sufficient. Please call for more information.

When the first shock fades, an intense and overwhelming grief may arise after the loss of a child to homicide. FOSCI helps by providing grief support groups and counseling. Clients can get one-on-one grief therapy as well. FOSCI recognizes that every person handles grief differently. They are here to help. Please call for more information.

24-Hour Help-Line 941.755.6805 (V/TTY)

Outreach Office 941.747.8499 (V/TTY)

The Emergency Safe Shelter offers free counseling, food and clothing to shelter residents. It is in a safe place.

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Lighthouse Ministries provides Hope Centers. They offer a range of help with daily needs.

Services include:

• Food
• Clothing
• Household Items
• Children's Toys
• Furniture
• Free Case Management
• Referral Services

Please call or visit website for more information.

This Home provides a Christian-based, home for children who have been abused, abandoned or orphaned. It is for children ages 2 to 18 years old.

It is the mission of HOPE Family Services to promote safety, strength and well-being for those affected by domestic violence in Manatee County.

HOPE offers:

• 24-hour Helpline - 941.755.6805 (Voice/TTY)
• Advocacy - case management
• Children's program - individual and group counseling
• Counseling
• Emergency Safe Shelter - safe, confidential housing
• Hope Chest - resale shop
• Primary Prevention Program - youth-based program
• Social change - speaker's bureau

In-patient facility where patient receives Special Care:

• Cafe
• Chapel
• Children's play room
• Guests welcome 24 hours a day
• Home-like setting
• Laundry facility
• Private suites

Call for more information.

In-patient facility where patient receives Special Care:

• Cafe
• Chapel
• Children's play room
• Guests welcome 24 hours a day
• Home-like setting
• Laundry facility
• Private suites

Call for more information.

The Haven offers services to victims of domestic violence 24 hours a day. By making a phone call, clients can get safe shelter and counseling at Safe House. Counselors can also help you create a safety or escape plan. There are also outreach services for those who do not want to come to the shelter. Please call for more information.

24-Hour Hotline 727.442.4128
Florida State Hotline: 1.800.500.1119
TTY: 727.446.2448

Services Include:

• 911 Cell Phone Distribution
• Court Advocacy
• Information and Referral
• Outreach Services
• Safe Shelter
• Safety Planning
• Service Management
• Support Groups
• Transitional Living Program
• Youth Program