This group connects parents with child care options. They can help parents find quality early learning programs. They can connect parents with financial aid. Please call 352.563.9939 or visit the website to learn more.

Dixie, Gilchrist, Levy Counties: 352.490.5855
Sumter County: 352.793.5430

The Salvation Army provides the Child Development Center. This child care center offers programs and learning. Children are served a morning snack, lunch, and an afternoon snack. A sliding scale feel is available upon request to those qualifying. Please call or visit website for more information.

This group has a range of programs and services. They work to empower children to achieve their potential. It is for children with and without disabilities.

Please call 407.852.3300 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

Programs & Services Available:

• Medical Therapy
• Charter Therapy
• Education
• Support
• Transitional Learning Academy
• BETA Teen Parent Connection
• Project Raise

Child Find helps find young children who might qualify for help under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA). Please call or check the website to learn more.

Child Find provides:
Diagnostic screening
Placement coordination
Training
Support to parents

The goal of this program is to reduce the stress a child has during a hospital stay. Specially trained Child Life Specialists work to help the child learn coping skills. They use play therapy to help the child understand and cope with their upcoming medical procedures. They assist the siblings of a child who has died and help them to understand and say good-bye. The team also works with families and help parents to cope with the challenges of parenting a sick child.

This program offers child protection services. They can also work with other agencies to meet your needs. Please call or visit the website for locations and for more information.

Services Include:

• Adoption Services
• Case Management
• Family Intervention Services
• Foster Home Management
• Independent Living
• Residential Group Care
• Shelter Services
• Supervised Visitation Services

Children's Advocacy Center of Collier County provides the Child Team Protection program. When child abuse is suspected, their Child Protection Team is there to help. The team includes a medical director, a forensic interviewers, and licensed psychotherapists. This team works closely with the local Sheriff's Office, the local Police Departments, the Department of Children's and Families, and the State Attorney's Office.

Child Protection Team Provides:

• Medical diagnosis and evaluation
• Child and family assessments
• Clinics
• Multidisciplinary staffings
• Psychological assessment
• Specialized and forensic interviews
• Expert court testimony
• Training for emergency room staff and other medical providers about how to identify abuse

Please call or visit website for more information.

Gulf Coast Children's Advocacy Center provides a Child Protection Team. This team offers assessment services for children suspected of being abused or neglected.

Services

• Medical Diagnosis and Evaluation
• Nursing Assessment
• Psychosocial Assessment
• Specialized Interviews
• Forensic Interview
• Child Protection Team Staffings
• Expert Court Testimony
• Training

Please call 850.872.7760 or visit website for more information.

This group provides safety car seats for children 5 to 100 pounds. The car seats are adjustable and meet safety standards. They are for families with low incomes. The group also teaches vehicle safety awareness when families are driving with children. Please click HERE to go to the website to learn more.