Other Family Assistance ServicesThis is an awareness program for offenders convicted of misdemeanor DUI. It consists of a panel of crime victims speaking about how impaired drivers forever changed their lives. The panel presents a unique story to the offender that is often overlooked or cannot be taught by the courts. If you have been court ordered to attend a VIP meeting, please call to find out times and dates.
This program helps victims of crimes committed by Florida inmates. Through the VINE program, victims can sign up for an automatic notification service. Anyone may call the toll-free number to get an inmate's current location and release date. You may also register to learn when an inmate is released, transferred, escapes or dies. The VINE service is confidential. Please see the website for more information.
Local Number: 850.488.9166
Toll Free: 877.8.VICTIM (877.884.2846)
The United States District Attorney's office has services for people who have been a victim and/or a witness to a federal crime. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free:866.416.2071
Services Provided to Crime Victims & Witnesses Include:
This agency can help you find vital records for all 50 states. You can also find records if you are a U.S. citizen who was born in a foreign country. There are fees for each certificate. Please see the website for more information.
Some of the certificates available include:
This program helps to make your house more energy efficient. This will lower your utility bills. The program is based on your income. It gives priority to seniors and those with disabilities, as well as households with children in them. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
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Women should receive annual examinations for early detection. The health department offers regular tests such as mammograms and Pap tests. Women can also receive family planning services. Pregnant women can get prenatal care and counseling. The goal is to ensure delivery of a healthy baby. Insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid are accepted. If you do not have insurance, care is provided on a sliding fee scale. Please call your health center and speak with a Human Service Counselor.
Women's Health Care Centers:
Agape South Jacksonville
1736 University Boulevard South
Jacksonville 32216
904.253.1100
Agape - Wesconnett
5150-9 Timuquana Road
Jacksonville 32210
904.253.1120
Agape - West Jacksonville
120 King Street
Jacksonville 32204
904.253.2785
Beaches Family Health Center
1522 Penman Road
Jacksonville 32250
904.253.2555
Central Health Plaza
This agency strives to help children who live in at-risk areas on the north side of Jacksonville. The Youth Life Learning Centers focus on providing children after-school learning services. They are currently serving children up to the sixth grade. Each year the center adds another grade level so children can remain in the program until graduation. During the school year, the centers are open from 3:00pm to 6:30pm, Monday through Friday. There is also a 6-week day camp during the summer. Children receive tutoring and have computer access. There are also a number of activities such as field trips, dance lessons and sports. There are currently two locations. Please see the website for more information.
