Bay County Health Department provides a range of Health Services to those in need. Services are provided to residents of Bay County.

Services include:

Children's Home Society of Florida provides a program for those interested in adoption. Counseling and other help may be available. Please call or visit the website for more information.

OYA offers help and support to youth between the ages of 13 and 23. There is no cost to get help. It is a safe space for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults.

Please call 407.244.1222 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.

Orlando Youth Alliance Offers:

Hidle House is a crisis shelter for children 10-17 years old. The focus is on providing safe shelter while working with youth to work out immediate family problems. Depending on the situation, stays in the shelter can last from 21 to 30 days. Please call 850.784.1020 or visit the website to learn more.

This group offers the High School High Tech(HSHT) program. The program is designed for high school students with all types of disabilities. It provides the opportunity to explore jobs or postsecondary education. Please call or visit the website for more information.

ALSO Youth provides services for youths aged 13-21. They have free, anonymous, and confidential HIV testing, support groups, and peer counseling. Please call 941.951.2576 or visit their website to learn more.

The Home Free Program supports youth who have run away, are homeless, or are being exploited. There are certain eligibility requirements and restrictions. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

24/7 Toll Free: 800.786.2929 (800.RUNAWAY)

This group provides homeless services for children in their late teens - new adults. Project Prepare is for ages 16 - 17 and Project Launch is for ages 18 - 21. These programs help clients to become healthy and productive citizens. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

Services Include:
Education
Employment Placement
Intensive Case Management
Life Skills Instruction
Trauma-Focused Counseling

This group cares for children in need. These children are between the ages of infant to 18 years. The care and services available instills core Christian values in the children. Please call or visit the website for more information.