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Abuse Hotline - DCF

The Florida Abuse Hotline accepts reports 24 hours a day. Anyone who suspects that a child or vulnerable adult is abused or neglected needs to make a report. You can report online, by phone or by fax.

Abuse Hotline: 800.962.2873
Florida Relay Services: dial 711 or TTY: 800.955.8771

Si usted habla español y desea divulgar abuso, llame por favor el teléfono directo en 800-962-2873 para hablar con un consejero de habla hispana.

Behavioral Health Services - LifeStream

LifeStream provides Social Services through Anthony House. It is a transitional housing facility. They offer individuals and family’s housing. They also offer teaching skills that help them to become self-sufficient. Services may include:

  • Child care
  • Education
  • Employment assistance
  • Legal services
  • Physical, mental and/or chemical health services
  • Training
  • Transportation assistance

Call for more information

Child Welfare Services - Department of Children and Families

Florida Department of Children and Families provides Child Welfare Services. These services are for children and families in need. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Services Include:

  • Adoption
  • Becoming a Foster Parent
  • Child Care
  • Children's Legal Services
  • Community-Based Care
  • Family Safety
  • Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children
  • Youth & Young Adults

Children's Programs - Episcopal Children's Services

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.

Programs Include:

  • Infant Program (6 weeks-11 months)
  • Toddler Program (12-23 months)
  • Early Preschool Program (24-36 months)
  • Preschool Programs (3-5 years)
  • Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) (Age 4)

Children's Wishes - Make-A-Wish Foundation

This 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 - WellFlorida Council

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:

  • Education and Support in Childbirth
  • Newborn Care
  • Parenting
  • Child Development
  • Food and Nutrition
  • Mental Health
  • Financial Self-sufficiency