Children ServicesEarly Steps is a program for parents with children ages 0 - 3 who have a delay in development. They have home visits to teach parents how to help their children with everyday activities, such as bedtime, mealtime, and bath time. Please call 850.921.0772 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
Summer camp for kids ages 10 to 15. At camp, you can try activities like canoeing, archery, and swimming. You'll also learn how to communicate better with others. You’ll even get to meet and interact with police officers and volunteers. For more details, check out our website.
The Florida Abuse Hotline accepts reports 24 hours a day. Anyone who suspects that a child or vulnerable adult is abused or neglected needs to make a report. You can report online, by phone or by fax.
Abuse Hotline: 800.962.2873
Florida Relay Services: dial 711 or TTY: 800.955.8771
Si usted habla español y desea divulgar abuso, llame por favor el teléfono directo en 800-962-2873 para hablar con un consejero de habla hispana.
Healthy Families Gadsden/Leon is a free home visiting program. The program is for parents who are pregnant or parents who have a newborn baby younger than three months.
Healthy Families provides:
Brehon House is a safe house in Tallahassee. It is for homeless, pregnant women and their infants. It is free. They provide support for women and their babies who are up to three years old. Please call 850.656.7110 extension 2 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
This group runs a recreational program. Camp Challenge offers recreational activities. These activities are for both adults and children with cognitive and physical disabilities. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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 food bank offers several programs that help feed children. They also help to distribute food with partner agencies in the area. Please call 850.562.3033 or visit the website to learn more information.
Programs Available:
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:
This group provides safety car seats for children 5 to 100 pounds. The car seats are adjustable and meet safety standards. They are for families with low incomes. The group also teaches vehicle safety awareness when families are driving with children. Please visit the website for more information.
