Family Assistance ServicesThis agency provides a variety of services to help families with young children. They can provide lists of local child-care resources. They also help parents come up with a plan for affordable child care. Please call 352.563.9939 or visit the website to learn more.
Dixie, Gilchrist, Levy Counties: 352.490.5855
Sumter County: 352.793.5430
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
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.
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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.
Toll Free: 888.874.9474
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.
Programs include:
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
The Program may Help you get Compensation for:
American Red Cross offers help during and after a disaster. They can help find shelter and other key services. They can help you get in touch with family after a disaster. Their programs and services are open to all. They also provide services for those in the military, veterans, and their families. Please call 904.358.8091 or go to the website to learn more.
This group runs the Florida Domestic Violence Hotline. It is staffed by attorneys. They offer advice on various legal issues. The services are for survivors of domestic or dating violence. As well as survivors of stalking or human trafficking. Translation and interpretation services are available free of charge. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Domestic Violence Legal Helpline: 850.385.0611
Statewide Domestic Violence Hotline: 800.500.1119 Option 3
This center offers support to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Please call 352.493.6810 for an appointment or go to the website to learn more. They also have a 24-hour help line.
Toll Free 24-Hour Help Line: 866.875.7983
Sexual Violence Services:
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.
