Family Assistance ServicesThis group is the lead agency for a system of care. This system delivers child protection services. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
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Florida Department of Children and Families provides Child Welfare Services to children and families in need.
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Please call 904.723.2000 or visit website for more information.
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
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.
Council on Aging of West Florida, Inc. provides a range of services for seniors. They have many programs for their families and caregivers as well. They serve seniors throughout Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties. Please call for more info.
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Children's Home Society of Florida has trained counselors to help children and their families. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Covenant Care provides Hospice Care to seniors in need. They will work closely with seniors to make sure they are providing the care they need during this time. Please call or visit website for more information.
Levels of Hospice Care Available:
24-Hour Representative: 1.855.227.3365
American Red Cross offers disaster assistance. Services for those in the Armed forces are available as well. Their programs and services are open to all. Please call 850.432.7601 or visit website for more information.
This group runs the Florida Domestic Violence Hotline. It is staffed by attorneys. They offer advice on various legal issues. The services are for survivors of domestic or dating violence. As well as survivors of stalking or human trafficking. Translation and interpretation services are available free of charge. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Domestic Violence Legal Helpline: 1.850.385.0611
Statewide Domestic Violence Hotline: 1.800.500.1119 Option 3
Offers a summer camp for youth ages 10-15. Kids can take part in many fun activities such as canoeing, archery and swimming. They have the chance to build teamwork and peer communication skills. They can also enjoy the tranquil outdoors. Campers will have the chance to interact with law enforcement personnel and volunteers and learn other social skills. Please see the website for more information.
