Family Assistance ServicesThe Healthy Start Program is a home visiting program. They help mothers through pregnancy and after the baby is born. It is free to pregnant women and infants. It helps families with children up to age 3. The children are at-risk or need help with their development. They focus on pregnancy, breastfeeding, and newborn care. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Toll Free: 1.877.678.9355
Hidden Helpers program helps military youth who are experiencing physical and emotional issues due to war. Please call or visit the website for resources and more information.
Available Guides and Resources Include:
This group offers the High School High Tech(HSHT) program. The program is designed for high school students with all types of disabilities. It provides the opportunity to explore jobs or postsecondary education. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This group can help with home and community-based care. Counselors can help clients understand the options that may be available. This help is a single-entry point to access a variety of programs. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
Services Can Include:
The Home Free Program supports youth who have run away, are homeless, or are being exploited. There are certain eligibility requirements and restrictions. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
24/7 Toll Free: 800.786.2929 (800.RUNAWAY)
Engagement Center meets the individual needs of those experiencing homelessness through partnerships with other local agencies.
Obtain identification
Employment services
Work boots and uniforms
Transportation such as free bicycles and bus passes
Help finding affordable housing
Social security services
Referrals for mental health and substance abuse
Soft skills training for job preparedness
Literacy and GED services
Basic life skills
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This program provides weekend meals to children at risk of hunger. Participants are referred by school personnel. Backpacks are filled with food for every child in the household.
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The Shelter Program provides a safe haven and services for women, single parents, and families experiencing homelessness.
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Provided for students grades K-12. Florida Virtual School is an accredited school. It is also free to Florida students.
Southern Legal Counsel, Inc. is a not-for-profit public interest law firm.
Please call 352.271.8890 or visit website for more information.
