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. 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

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 group helps children, teens, and their families. They partner with schools to help kids succeed. They can help find services for raising young children. They also offer individual and family counseling. Please call 727.953.3354 or visit their website to learn more.

This agency grants wishes to children that have a life threatening illness. It is for children ages 2 1/2 to 17. The group works with the child’s doctor to see if they are eligible. Please call or go to the website to learn more about referring a child.

Toll Free: 1.888.874.9474

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 individual, marriage and family counseling. They address many issues that affect adults and children. They also offer workshops on parenting. Services are available in Tampa and Brandon.

Please see the website for all services.

This government group offers victim advocates and helps them apply for the Crime Victim Compensation. Eligibility conditions may vary. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.

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24-Hour Victim Helpline: 877.623.3435

The Program may Help you get Compensation for: