Children ServicesThe FSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) helps people with Autism or similar disabilities. They give resources and help with learning. They also give free advice. They help families and caregivers too. They can help at home or school. For more info, call 800.769.7926 or visit their website.
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.
Eleanor J. Johnson Youth Center provides after-school tutoring and summer activities for low-income families. They help children 6 to 15 years old.
Programs Include:
Please call 850.244.5991 or visit website for more information.
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast offers after-school and summer programs. They have youth programs for education and career development. They also teach health and life skills, as well as recreation. Please call 850.862.1616 or visit website for more information.
Day Treatment Services allow youth to reside at home and attend the program daily. Staff are able to address issues in both the home and the students' neighborhood. Students are referred through juvenile justice agencies or school districts. Please call 850.978.5931 or visit website for more information.
The Arc of the Emerald Coast helps citizens of all ages with cognitive, intellectual, and development disabilities, and their families. They offer the following programs and services:
This group runs a recreational program. Camp Challenge offers recreational activities. These activities are for both adults and children with cognitive and physical disabilities. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Child Find locates young children who may be eligible for services under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA). Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Child Find provides:
Diagnostic screening
Placement coordination
Training
Support to parents
This program offers child protection services. They can also work with other agencies to meet your needs. Please call 850.482.9568 or visit the website for locations and to learn more.
Services Include:
Shelter House offers Child Welfare services. Youth advocates are available at the emergency shelter, as well as in outreach. Therapists may also be available to work with children. Please call 850.243.1201 or visit website for more information.
Domestic Violence: 850.863.4777
Sexual Assault: 850.226.2027
