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Pregnancy Information-March of Dimes

This website offers information for pregnant women. They offer advice for women before, during and after having a baby. For women who are trying to get pregnant, they can use the online ovulation calendar as a guide. There is also useful information about complications and what to do about them. Please see the website for more information.

Useful Topics Include:

  • After pregnancy changes
  • Before pregnancy advice
  • Complications during pregnancy
  • Ovulation calendar
  • Postpartum physical changes (video)

Residential & Inpatient Services (Suwannee County)-Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc.

Residential treatment is catered to each client's personal needs. The Sid Martin Bridge House is for people with serious addictions. A team of trained specialists support the resident's road to recovery. The MIST program offers pregnant women help with their addictions. The Recovery Center is for teen boys with substance abuse issues.

The Crisis Stabilization Units (CSU) are in Gainesville and Lake City. They provide short term stabilization for the most acute and serious mental health issues. When needed, the client may stay for longer term treatment.

The Detox unit serves those who may go through withdrawal from alcohol and other drugs. Services are usually short term.

Please see the website for more information.

Access Center (24/7): 352.374.5600, Ext. 3

Service Animals - Canine Companions

People who are disabled due to injury or disease may qualify for an assistance dog. These highly trained dogs are able to assist with many tasks. There are 4 types of assistance dogs:

  • Facility - assists in an education or health care setting
  • Hearing – assists the hearing impaired
  • Service – assists with daily tasks
  • Skilled Companion – assists physically, mentally or developmentally disabled

SHINE - Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders

SHINE volunteers help Seniors with health insurance questions. They provide free information and unbiased counseling. Get Help with questions about: Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicaid, Prescription assistance, Long-term care insurance, and Medicare fraud. Meet with a SHINE volunteer at area counseling sites or by telephone. We can do home visits for those who are housebound.

Please see the website for more information.