A Safe Haven For Newborns-The Gloria M. Silverio Foundation
Safe Haven for Newborns is here to help pregnant women of all ages. The group offers a variety of services.
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Safe Haven for Newborns is here to help pregnant women of all ages. The group offers a variety of services.
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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.
This agency offers counseling, support, and safe shelter to survivors of abuse. This includes domestic and sexual violence. It is recommended to call ahead for appointments. There is a 24-hour phone number. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll Free 24/7: 1.866.875.7983
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Connect is a referral service. It helps expectant parents and families with young children. The goal is to improve birth outcomes and child development. They do this by offering a wide range of programs. Please call 352.313.6500 or go to the website to learn more.
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Lucha is for those dealing with domestic violence and human trafficking. There is free legal help for immigrants. You can get healthcare and mental health counseling. They can help with housing, school, and jobs. They help with banking, taxes, and earning a driver's license. See the website to learn more.
Call 305.573.1106 ext. 1400 or email luchainfo@aijustice.org for help.
This center offers support to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Please call 352.493.6810 or go to the website to learn more. They also have a 24-hour help line.
Toll Free 24-Hour Help Line: 1.866.875.7983
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The Alliance provides free, weekly eating disorder groups. These groups are led by a therapist. The sessions take place both virtually and in person. Help is available for all eating disorders. Please call or visit the website for more information.
List of Meeting Locations in Florida can be found here. Virtual Meetings are also available.
Family Action Program helps youth ages 6 to 17 years old. They offer short-term counseling for youth and their families. This program is free for youth that are eligible. Please call 352.244.0628 or go to the website to learn more.
The Children's Home Society of Florida provides counseling to children and families in need. All counseling sessions are private. Please call 850.544.7298 or go to the website to learn more.
SHINE stands for "Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders". This is a free program and can answer your questions about Medicare, Medicaid and insurance. The counseling site has volunteers that can help. Please call for more information.
Times: 4th Wednesday of each month, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Liaison: Margaret Shaw - 352.378.6649, Ext 164 (Gainesville) or 1.800.262.2243