FSYR 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.
Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches offers residential care to children in need. It runs several child-care campuses throughout the state. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
This is a federal program that lowers the cost of phone and internet service. Low-income households can apply for a monthly discount up to $9.25. Call or visit the website to learn more information.
Get information and help about SSI (Supplemental Security Income) and SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) benefits.
Ticket to Work Program
For more information: website
WHO SHOULD I CONTACT?
Center for Independent Living of the Keys a SSA WIPA project is here to help at: office (305) 453 3491, fax (305) 453 3488. Serving South Florida: West Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade, Monroe, Counties. website
Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) is a program run by the Social Security Administration (SSA). It helps people who are 14-65 years old and receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits transition to work. It offers information about benefits and work incentives. It helps these individuals avoid problems including overpayments, loss of benefits, and financial hardship.
The Center for Independent Living of the Keys (CIL of the Keys) is an SSA WIPA project. It serves several counties in the South Florida region.
Clubhouse International provides locations for mentally ill adults to get their lives back on track.
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Florida Department of Education provides Transition Youth. This program helps people who have disabilities get or keep a job after exiting high school. Please call or visit website for more information.
Additional Locations:
1400 West Commercial Blvd., Suite 115
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
Phone: 954.202.3800
7550 Davie Road Extension
Hollywood, FL 33024
Phone: 954.893.5093
This group helps people with Autism and similar challenges. They provide free advice, resources, and support for schools. They also assist families and caregivers. Services are available at home or school. Please call 1-800-9-AUTISM ext. 1 or visit their website to learn more details.
Other Locations:
Nova Satellite Office
3301 College Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33314
CARD-UM has resources for families with autistic members. They also have a program for businesses who would like to hire those with autism spectrum disorders. They have training for businesses who serve customers who have autism. Many resources are available to clients.
This is a nonprofit group of people for whom drugs has become a major problem. They meet often to help each other stay clean. They are not interested in what or how much you used. Only in what you want to do about your problem. Visit the website for more information and meeting locations.