Other Family Assistance ServicesCharlotte 2-1-1 is a database that contains over 600 local services available to those in need.
Services include:
Please call for more information.
Charlotte County Computer Group is a non-profit that helps promote computer literacy. They offer volunteer assistance and classes to those who wish to learn how to use computers. Please call or visit website for more information.
Florida Department of Children and Families provides Child Welfare Services to children and families in need.
Services Include:
Please call 904.723.2000 or visit website for more information.
This group gives quality legal representation. They represent children that have been abused, abandoned, and neglected. They work to meet the physical, mental, and emotional needs of the children. They also work to meet their legal, educational, and social needs. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This group works to make sure that the community’s children are safer. So that they have better access to local resources. The group also works to make sure children can have a secure home environment. That is also stable and loving. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Services Available:
This group runs community resource centers. These centers provide a variety of resources and services. These work to help promote long-term employment. As well as self-sufficiency. There is no cost to use a resource center. Please call or visit the website for more information.
For more locations click HERE.
C.A.R.E. offers group and individual counseling sessions for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. They are able to offer multilingual assistance.
24 Hour Crisis Hotline: 941.627.6000
Englewood Area: 941.475.6465
Hearing/Speech: Impaired Dial 7.1.1
Florida Relay: 1.800.500.1119
Please call or visit website for more information and resources.
American Red Cross offers disaster assistance. Services for those in the Armed forces are available as well. Their programs and services are open to all. Please call 850.432.7601 or visit website for more information.
Safelink/Lifeline wireless phones are provided by TracFone to provide telephone service to those in need.
Those who qualify receive a free phone with free monthly minutes.
Those who live in Section 8 housing or receive Medicaid or food stamps may qualify.
Please call for more information.
Lucha is for those dealing with domestic violence and human trafficking. There is free legal help for immigrants. You can get healthcare and mental health counseling. They can help with housing, school, and jobs. They help with banking, taxes, and earning a driver's license. See the website to learn more.
Call 305.573.1106 ext. 1400 or email luchainfo@aijustice.org for help.
