Other Family Assistance ServicesBraille and Talking Books Library is a free service. They offer reading materials in Braille and recorded audio. It is for those who are visually impared. The equipment used for the service is loaned out to customers. This includes digital players and headphones. The books on audio are also sent out to the customer at no charge. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll Free: 1.800.226.6075
Building Blocks Ministries offers a Day Program. It focuses on increasing the cognitive functioning of adults. Those adults with developmental disabilities. They do this by engaging them in training. Training that is designed to support individual achievements. The first steps of enrollment in the program include an assessment and tour. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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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.
The NIA offers information and resources on aging. They help others learn to be caregivers. This is for a friend or family member with a serious health condition. Please call or visit website for more information.
Toll Free: 1.800.222.2225
TTY: 800.222.4225
The Central Chapter of the ACLU can help if your civil rights have been violated. They do not do in-person interviews. They do not accept walk-ins. Complaints must be filed online.
Florida Department of Children and Families provides Child Welfare Services to children and families in need.
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Please call 904.723.2000 or visit website for more information.
The Children’s Home Society offers services for children and their families. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
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This State program provides specialty medical care for children ages 0-21 years of age. It is for children with chronic medical conditions that may hinder normal growth and development. Appointments are made by phone. Please see the website for more information.
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ECS has programs that are based on the latest research. They show the impact of early activities on brain growth. Bright, colorful settings encourage exploration. Engaging playthings stretch young imaginations and develop motor skills. Shared stories and rhymes build language skills. Developing language skills are supported through meaningful conversation. Teachers expand on children’s ideas, and everyone explores new ideas together.
Please see the website for more information.
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This agency grants wishes to children with life threatening illnesses. It is for children ages 2 1/2 to 17. After a child is referred, Make-A-Wish will work with the child's doctor to determine eligibility. Their vision is to grant one wish to every eligible child. Please see the website for more information or call the toll free number (888) 874-9474
