This agency runs the Interface Youth Program. It offers children 10-17 short-term housing. The program also provides food, clothing, and a variety of personal support. The children are expected to attend school while in the program. If they do not then they are required to take part in a life skills program. There is no charge for the services. There are qualifications to participate in the program. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Program Includes:

CARC – Advocates for Citizens provides Adult Day Training. The following services and activities are available to support each individual and to help them achieve their goals:

• Adult Basic Education provided by the Columbia County School Board
• Arts and crafts
• Assistance with personal care activities is provided on a one-to-one basis in the individual’s own home or family home or while individual is engaged in a community activity
• Community activities and field trips
• Outdoor sports
• Personal Care Assistance
• Social activities such as parties and dances
• Specialized training in the activities of daily living, adaptive and social skills, and self-advocacy
• Vocational training and paid work through the manufacture and sale of various products, retail work, and lawn maintenance (examples of assistance are meal preparation, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene and other self care activities)

The group works to meet the needs of people with developmental disabilities. Call 386.362.7143 or visit the website to learn more.

Services Include:

• Advocacy
• Adult Day Training
• Residential Group Home
• Respite Care

The program helps families lower their energy costs. It can help with minor energy-related home repairs. Call or visit the website to learn more.

Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches offers residential care to children in need. It runs several child-care campuses throughout the state. Please call or visit the website to learn more.