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 child’s doctor to see if they are eligible. Please call or go to the website for locations and to learn more about referring a child.
Toll Free: 1.888.874.9474
This agency helps people to recover from different issues. These can be emotional, mental, or substance abuse issues. They work to help people of all ages and backgrounds. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
24/7 Crisis Line: 1.800.342.0774
TDD Line: 850.523.3266
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The county health department runs the Dr. Edward F. Zapert Dental Clinic. It is also known as The Molar Express. The train themed facility provides dental services in a child friendly atmosphere. Services are available for Medicaid-eligible Florida residents. The care is from birth to age 20. All patients 17 and under must be supervised by a guardian at all times. The clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. It is closed on holidays.
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 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 group offers a variety of services. The help is for the families of youth in crisis. It includes counseling, and intervention. Please call or visit the website for more information.
24 Hour Hotline: 850.576.6000
Programs Include:
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.
Find your local office.
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.
Capital Area Community Action Agency provides Head Start Services.
Services include:
Please call or visit website for more information.
Healthy Families Gadsden/Leon is a free home visiting program. The program is for expecting parents or parents who have a newborn baby younger than three months.
Healthy Families provides:
