Other Family Assistance ServicesThe NIA offers information and resources on aging. They help others learn to be caregivers. This is for a friend or family member with a serious health condition. Please call or visit website for more information.
Toll Free: 1.800.222.2225
TTY: 800.222.4225
This agency provides a variety of services to help families with young children. They can connect families with information. They also provide lists of local child-care resources. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Dixie, Gilchrist, Levy Counties: 352.490.5855
Sumter County: 352.793.5430
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.
The Children’s Home Society offers services for children and their families. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
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This State program provides specialty medical care for children ages 0-21 years of age. It is for children with chronic medical conditions that may hinder normal growth and development. Appointments are made by phone. Please see the website for more information.
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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
Connect is a referral service. It helps expectant parents and families with young children. The goal is to improve birth outcomes and child development. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
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The agency is a disability resource center. They help individuals with disabilities exert their rights to live as independently as possible. The group gives people the tools to be their own best resource. This is done by offering a wide range of programs and services. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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The Salvation Army helps in times of a natural disaster. They are able to provide many services for those in need. Call for more information.
