Family Assistance ServicesThis is a program that serves Northwest Florida. They help survivors of domestic violence. They offer many free and confidential services. There is an emergency safe house in Bay county for those in need. Please call 850.763.0706 or visit the website to learn more.
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800.799.7233
Help Includes:
This group offers DUI Services. They teach people about the effects of substance abuse. They include individual and group counseling. Please call 850.872.7676 or visit the website to learn more.
Programs:
Children’s Home Society of Florida – Emerald Coast offers the Early Steps program. This program helps families with children who have developmental delays. The services are available for children ages 0 to 3. They will guide you through the issues with your child. In-home visits are an option to help the child feel more safe and secure. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Available Services Include:
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.
The Eldercare Locator helps older people and their caregivers find helpful resources in their area. It’s a free service from the U.S. Administration on Aging. Please call or check the website to learn more.
Email: eldercarelocator@USAging.org
SeniorCare.com is a website that helps seniors and their families find information they need. It's a good idea to reach out or visit the agencies listed on the site to make sure you get all the details you need. For information you can call or check out the website to learn more.
Available Directories:
This group helps with emergency assistance for people and families in need. Screening appointments are done over the phone. There is no income cap for most programs and services they offer. This program is offered at all four of their offices. Please call 850.763.0475 or visit the website for locations and to learn more.
Services Include:
Financial assistance for housing
Utilities
Prescriptions
Food
This group offers a Family Assistance program. It is for military and veteran families. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Assistance May Include:
This program offers scholarships to students with Unique Abilities. Scholarships help families have school choices and/or use funds to help with educational needs. Please call or visit website for more information.
This program provides assistive technology. It offers a range of services. These are for people with disabilities. It is also for their families. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
