Children ServicesThis agency grants wishes to children. These children have life threatening illnesses. It is for children ages 2 1/2 to 17. The group works with the referred child’s doctor to determine eligibility. Please call or visit the website to learn more about referring a child.
Toll- Free: 888.874.9474
Northeast Region Office
10151 Deerwood Park Blvd, Building 300, Ste 120
Jacksonville, FL 32256
904.580.5906
Connect is a referral service. It helps expectant parents and families with young children. The goal is to improve birth outcomes and child development. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Programs include:
Early Steps is a statewide system of early intervention services. These are for families. Families with infants and toddlers who are not reaching age-appropriate milestones. Providers of the program teach parents and other caregivers. They are taught ways to improve child development through everyday routines. Services are designed to support young children in their development. Along with the families that love them.
Offers a summer camp for youth ages 10-15. Kids can take part in many fun activities such as canoeing, archery and swimming. They have the chance to build teamwork and peer communication skills. They can also enjoy the tranquil outdoors. Campers will have the chance to interact with law enforcement personnel and volunteers and learn other social skills. Please see the website for more information.
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 agency offers emergency shelter. It is for troubled youth. That are between the ages of 10 and 17. The program also provides basic living needs. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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 agency provides court advocacy for children who have been abused and involved in the court system. 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 of Florida offers health insurance for children from birth through age 18, even if one or both parents are working. It includes four different parts.
Some of the services Florida KidCare covers are:
This group provides services to youth. The children are between the ages 13-17. They are in need of long-term foster care placement. The group runs two homes. The homes focus on the physical and emotional well-being of the individual. The youth are given a healthy and supportive environment. They are also taught methods for sustaining basic life skills. These services are designed to supplement and enhance traditional foster care programs. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
