The Bridge Transitional Living program serves up to 6 youth with housing and 14 youth in non-residential services. It empowers these 16- to 22-year-old youths to become independent and fully contributing members of their communities. This work is done through an 18-month program. During this time, they will continue or complete their education. They will work to obtain employment. They will also develop essential life skills. Please call 850.481.8501 or visit the website to learn more.

This is a group home for girls ages 13 to 18. They are placed by DCF due to abusive and/or neglectful home settings. Sometimes they are placed privately by parents because of stressful home relationships. Program goals focus on independent living skills. This includes an education program, job skills, money management, and problem solving. Individual psychotherapy and group therapy are provided by licensed therapists.

Please see the website for all services.

This program may be able to help children and teens heal from the tragedy of losing a family member.
Offers one day camps for children and other counseling for South and Central Brevard.

The program helps girls of ages 10 and 18 grow from childhood to young adulthood. The program offers personal skills, community service, health classes and career guidance. Girls can also learn about problem solving and get after-school tutoring.

Please see the website for details.

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

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.

Florida Department of Children and Families provides Child Welfare Services. These services are for children and families in need. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Services Include:

• Adoption
• Becoming a Foster Parent
• Child Care
• Children's Legal Services
• Community-Based Care
• Family Safety
• Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children
• Youth & Young Adults