Children ServicesConnect 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:
Early Steps is a program that helps families with babies and toddlers who aren’t meeting their milestones on time. Once they turn 3, they may move on to other services offered by the school district or other groups. Please call or go to the website to learn more.
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.
This group offers emergency shelter for youth between the ages of 10 and 17. Their house is open to eligible kids 24/7. They give kids daily programs to support positive behavior. They also offer counseling and teach kids life skills. They help kids avoid substance abuse. They offer case management and help kids reunite with their families. They are also connected to medical care. Kids can do arts, crafts, and music. They also have access to outdoor recreation.
SEDNET has services and programs for students and their families. These are for students who have or are at the risk of having emotional and/or behavioral disorders. SEDNET gives them tools and skills to help with these challenges. Please call or go to the website to learn more.
Services:
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.
The Children’s Home Society offers services for children and their families. They have counseling. They have a wide range of programs for supporting parents. They also give coaching from a Home Visitor. Please call or go to the website for locations and to learn more.
This agency provides court advocacy for children who have been abused and involved in the court system. They get support for many of their needs. Teens that are aging out of the foster care system can learn about their options as well. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
The state offers health insurance for children. From birth through age 18. It is free to apply. Enrollment is year-round. Each child is matched with the best fit of four Florida KidCare programs. Cost options include free, subsidized, and full-pay. These options are based on family income. And size of the household. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Arnette House provides a safe and caring space to youth between the ages 12 - 17. They provide support beyond just food and shelter. Youth are taught basic life skills and self-reliance. This helps them live on their own once they turn 18 and leave foster care. Please call or go to the website to learn more.
