Teen ServicesFlorida Sheriffs Youth Ranches provides residential care to children in need. It is for ages 8 through 18. Youth are cared for by "cottage parents" who helps them. Each child must be recommended by the local Sheriff. Please call 386.842.5501 or visit website for more information on Residential Care.
This group runs the Daniel Statewide In-Patient Psychiatric Program. It is called SIPP for short. The program provides treatment services. These services are for children between the ages of 5 and 17. The services provided are for children exhibiting the most severe symptoms of mental and emotional distress. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Email: admissions@danielkids.org
Safe Harbor offers at-risk boys the chance to live aboard their own boat and learn seamanship. The faith-based boarding school offers education for teens who are not thriving in their current school. Each boy receives the structure, guidance, discipline and love he needs in order to succeed in life. There are many projects for the boys to work on as well including surfboards, engines, sailing and wood turning. Please see the website for more information.
The agency offers access to effective services. As well as programs. It is geared towards students and their families. The students are those with, or at-risk of, emotional/behavioral disorders. The services and programs help students learn appropriate behaviors. They also help to reduce dependency. And they help them fully participate in all aspects of school and community. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Children's Medical Services provides speciality medical care for children ages 0 to 18. It is for children with chronic medical conditions. Appointments are made by phone. Income limits are based on the age of the child. Please call 850.245.4200 for visit website for more information.
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Florida Department of Education provides Transition Youth. This program helps people who have disabilities get or keep a job after exiting high school. Please call or visit website for more information.
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.
