The NIA offers information and resources on aging. They help others learn to be caregivers. This is for a friend or family member with a serious health condition. Please call or visit website to learn more

Toll Free: 800.222.2225
TTY: 800.222.4225

Child Find helps find young children who might qualify for help under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA). Please call or check the website to learn more.

Child Find provides:
Diagnostic screening
Placement coordination
Training
Support to parents

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

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

This agency grants wishes to children that have a life threatening illness. It is for children ages 2 1/2 to 17. The group works with the child’s doctor to see if they are eligible. Please call or go to the website to learn more about referring a child.

Toll Free: 1.888.874.9474

This agency has a range of services to help seniors. They also have help for their families and caregivers. They serve seniors in Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

Services offered include:

• Adult Day Health Care
• Caregiver Support
• Foster Grandparent
• Home-Delivered Meals
• In-Home Services
• Senior Companion
• Senior Dining Sites
• Social Services

This agency has trained counselors to help children and their families. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Covenant Care provides Hospice Care to seniors in need. They will work closely with seniors to make sure they are providing the care they need during this time. Please call or visit website for more information.

Levels of Hospice Care Available:

• Routine Home Care
• Continuous Care
• Inpatient Care
• Respite Care

24-Hour Representative: 855.227.3365

This government group offers victim advocates and helps them apply for the Crime Victim Compensation. Eligibility conditions may vary. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.

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24-Hour Victim Helpline: 877.623.3435

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The Red Cross offers free disaster relief services to those in need. These services are meant to help people affected by a disaster to get back on their feet. This help can include warm meals, a place to sleep, clothing, and comfort. Please call 850.432.7601 or visit the website to learn more.

Central Panhandle Office
475 Harrison Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
850.601.5199