Children ServicesThis agency helps children and families. They work to make Florida families stronger by keeping children safe from abuse and neglect. They have many different programs and services. Some services may need a referral.
Please call 727.419.1800 or visit their website to learn more.
Programs and Services Include:
This agency offers counseling for kids and teens. They also have counseling for families. They provide temporary shelter for troubled kids and teens between the ages of 10 and 17. The Shelter is located at: 1001 9th Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205 Phone number: 941.708.5850.
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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 or visit their website to learn more.
The Alliance provides free, weekly eating disorder groups. These groups are led by a therapist. The sessions take place both virtually and in person. Help is available for all eating disorders. Please call or visit the website for more information.
List of Meeting Locations in Florida can be found here. Virtual Meetings are also available.
This program offers scholarships to students with Unique Abilities. Scholarships help families have school choices and/or use funds to help with educational needs. Please call or visit website for more information.
This agency provides court advocacy for children who have been abused and involved in the court system. Teens that are aging out of the foster care system can learn about their options as well.
Please call or visit the website for more information.
The state offers health insurance for children. From birth through age 18. It is free to apply. Enrollment is year-round. Each child is matched with the best fit of four Florida KidCare programs. Cost options include free, subsidized, and full-pay. These options are based on family income. And size of the household. Please call or visit the website for more information.
BookWorks volunteers read to preschool children at Head Start centers and other locations. Each child is given a book of their own to take home. The program is designed to instill a love of books and reading. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll-free: 888.279.1988
e-mail: goodwill.volunteer@goodwill-suncoast.com.
Healthy Families Florida is a trusted program that offers support and coaching for families. It is for expectant parents and parents of newborns who are going through stressful times. The program gives parents education and support from the community to help them build a safe and stable home for their children. All services are done in the home and are completely voluntary. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
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The Home Free Program helps runaway, homeless, and exploited youth. Eligibility and restrictions apply. Please call or visit the website for more information.
24/7 Toll Free: 800.786.2929 (800.RUNAWAY)
