Assists parents and schools in the early identification of children who are at risk of developing special or unique needs and who are not being served in a public school.
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The goal of this program is to reduce the stress a child has during a hospital stay. Specially trained Child Life Specialists work to help the child learn coping skills. They use play therapy to help the child understand and cope with their upcoming medical procedures. They assist the siblings of a child who has died and help them to understand and say good-bye. The team also works with families and help parents to cope with the challenges of parenting a sick child.

This program works to ensure that families receive the child support they need. Services include proving paternity and getting court ordered child support payments.

Contact your local office if you have questions about any forms you may need.

Please see the website for all services.

Hours of operation: 7:30am-6:00pm Monday-Friday

Florida Department of Children and Families provides Child Welfare Services to children and families in need.

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

Please call 904.723.2000 or visit website for more information.

This agency provides outpatient family therapy to families having stressful times. They serve children ages 6 to 18 and their families. Family counseling is provided in the office or in-home. They treat children for aggression, depression, school difficulties and more. Their goal is to help children be the best they can be.

Services provided:

• Clinic Services (in home or in office)
• Medication Management
• Placement Services and Support
• Psychological Testing

Toll-Free:855.893.4663

This agency protects children and teens. They provide emergency shelter. They have a foster care program. They can help with adoption. Teens who are aging out of the foster system get skills and training to be able to live by themselves. Individual and family counseling are available. Please see the website for all services.

Range of services include:

This agency grants wishes to children with life threatening illnesses. It is for children ages 2 1/2 to 17. After a child is referred, Make-A-Wish will work with the child's doctor to determine eligibility. Their vision is to grant one wish to every eligible child. Please see the website for more information or call the toll free number (888) 874-9474

Services are provided to families on a voluntary basis, except in the case of truancy referrals by the local school system. Services include but are not limited to assessment, individual, family, and group counseling, case management and referrals. Youth and families are eligible for Family Help program services if a child is threatening to run away or has run away, is beyond parental control, or is truant from school or at risk for these behaviors.

Hours of operation: 8:00am-5:00pm Monday - Friday
Eligibility requirements: Varies depending on program

This agency offers free consumer credit counseling. You can call or chat online. Credit and debt counseling services are free. A session takes between 60 to 90 minutes. Please call for more information.