Other Family Assistance ServicesThe group offers legal help for immigrants in low-income areas. The services are free or on an affordable fee scale. Appointments are suggested. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Email: immigrationdepartment@ccbjax.org
Services Include:
Filing Family Petitions
Path to Citizenship
Renew Green Cards or Employment Authorization Cards
This program offers respite care for homebound seniors and their caregivers. They work to help keep seniors in their own homes. They also prevent elder abuse and caregiver burnout. Services are free. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
This group offers counseling services. They have a variety of support methods for facing life challenges. There are individual and group therapy sessions available. All sessions take place in a safe space. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Individual Therapy Available for:
Americans for Immigrant Justice is a non-profit law firm. They fight for justice for immigrants. They offer direct help to immigrants in need. Their services are offered at no cost. Please call 305.573.11061 or visit the website for more information.
Programs include:
Southern Legal Counsel, Inc. is a not-for-profit public interest law firm.
Please call 352.271.8890 or visit website for more information.
This group provides civil legal help. Clients must be a resident of the service area. The services are free. Please call or visit the website for locations and to learn more.
Legal Services Offered:
The Center for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (CPDV) is a “one stop shop” inside the City Hall Annex. HH court advocates help victims of domestic violence with court mandated orders. They also help clients find a safe place to live and provide emotional support during the victim's transition process. Please call or visit their website for more information.
FSYR offers a summer camp for youth ages 10-15. Kids can take part in many fun activities such as canoeing, archery and swimming. They have the chance to build teamwork and peer communication skills. They can also enjoy the tranquil outdoors. Campers will have the chance to interact with law enforcement personnel and volunteers and learn other social skills. Please see the website for more information.
This group offers a program that focuses on developing life skills. These skills are that are necessary to build overall independence and quality of life. It is for individuals with IDD. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Program Include:
This is an addiction recovery program at the McDuff Avenue campus. Clients live on campus for about 18 months. They must make a commitment to the program which will enable them to make a new life for themselves and for their families. Clients take part in a full range of education and recovery services. Each person is assessed and receives a program plan based on his or her own specific needs. Please call for more information.
