Other Family Assistance ServicesVeteran Services offers veterans' assistance. They help veterans and their dependents. They can help with counseling for claims. They also visit homebound and/or nursing home clients. Please call 850.651.7258 or visit website for more information.
MADD helps those who have been affected by a drunk or drugged driving crash. They provide emotional support. As well as a variety of other kinds of assistance. All services are provided at no cost to victims and survivors. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
24 Hour Helpline: 877.623.3435
This program helps victims of crimes committed by Florida inmates. Through the VINE program, victims can sign up for an automatic notification service. Anyone may call the toll-free number to get an inmate's current location and release date. You may also register to learn when an inmate is released, transferred, escapes or dies. The VINE service is confidential. Please see the website for more information.
Local Number: 850.488.9166
Toll Free: 877.8.VICTIM (877.884.2846)
The Department of Justice runs the Victim Witness Assistance Program. It works to help victims of federal crimes know their rights. They make sure victims and witnesses are treated with fairness and respect. Please call 850.444.4000 or 850.942.8430, or go to the website to learn more.
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This program offers training and education in job-related activities. There are classes in basic computer keyboarding. Clients learn about resume writing, job search methods and vocational training. This program is useful for people who have recently lost their eyesight. People with a decline in vision can learn how to adapt at work. Please call 850.477.2663 or visit website for more information.
