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Emergency Shelter & Residential Services - Arnette House, Inc.

This group offers emergency shelter for youth between the ages of 10 and 17. Their house is open to eligible kids 24/7. They give kids daily programs to support positive behavior. They also offer counseling and teach kids life skills. They help kids avoid substance abuse. They offer case management and help kids reunite with their families. They are also connected to medical care. Kids get to do arts, crafts, and music. They also have access to outdoor recreation.

Arnette House, Inc.

Arnette House, Inc. provides services focused on the strength of the family while providing skills and knowledge to help improve life at home.

  • Aftercare Support and Follow-up
  • Case Management
  • Group Homes/Transitional Living
  • Individual and Family Counseling
  • Information and Referral Services
  • Life Management and Social Skills Training
  • Mentoring and Job Skills Training
  • Non-Residential Family Crisis Intervention Counseling
  • Outreach and Prevention Services in Local Schools
  • Parenting and Specialized Parenting Classes
  • Project Safe Place
  • Recreational and Outdoor Adventure-based Challenge Programs
  • Residential Services
  • Specialized Group Therapy and Support Groups
  • Testing, Assessment and Diagnosis for Clinical Treatment
  • Tutorial Services

Caring Hands-The First Baptist Church of Wildwood

The First Baptist Church of Wildwood offers Caring Hands to those in need within the community. Food, clothing and other items may be available. Hours are operation is every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. You must fill out an application and qualify first. Clients that qualify will receive a Green ID card valid for up to one year. Clients must re-qualify before the card’s expiration. Applicant must be a resident of Wildwood, Florida.

Please bring the following:

  • Photo ID for identification, and proof of address
  • Proof of all your household income
  • Social Security Cards for each person in your household

Call for more information.

Wildwood Soup Kitchen

Wildwood Soup Kitchen is a faith-based organization. It is an ecumenical effort by Christian churches in the area. They provide a place where the homeless and poor can get free food. And get a brief rest from the struggles of surviving on the street. Please call or visit the website for more information.

The Refuge at Jumper Creek

The Refuge at Jumper Creek, Inc. is a nonprofit organization. The group works to find new strategies for helping homeless families. To improve the quality of their lives. They do this through support and educational development. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Christian Care Center

Christian Care Center is a not-for-profit corporation. It was founded by the membership of First Baptist Church of Leesburg, Florida. The church owns all of the property and the buildings which the CCC operates as a separate corporation. The ties between the church and the CCC are strong. Every member of the church is also a member of the CCC’s corporation, but the CCC is a distinct legal entity. They provide many services to those in need within the community. You do not have to be a member of the church to receive services.

  • Community Medical Care Center
  • Pregnancy & Family Care Center
  • The Benevolence Ministry
  • The Children’s Shelter
  • The Men’s Residence
  • The Samaritan Inn
  • The Women’s Care Center
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