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Job Corps - U.S. Department of Labor

Job Corps is a free education and career technical training program. They offer help to young people ages 16 through 24. Clients receive the skills needed to succeed in today's workforce. Services are offered and administered by the U.S. Department of Labor. Please see the website for more information.

Services Offered:

  • Business Office Technology
  • Carpentry
  • Certified Nurse Assistant
  • Computer Service Technician
  • Electrical
  • Facilities Maintenance
  • GED/High School Diploma
  • Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
  • Material Handler
  • Medical Assistant
  • Pharmacy Technician

Toll Free: 1.800.733.5627
TTY: 1.877.889.5627

Palms Medical Group

Palms Medical Group is a medical "home" to those they serve. They offer a full range of healthcare services meeting the needs of all the stages of one's life, from infancy to maturity.

Services Offered:

  • 24-hour physician available
  • ADD/ADHD evaluations
  • Case management
  • Complete primary care
  • Chronic disease management
  • Family planning
  • Hearing/vision testing
  • HIV/AIDS testing
  • Immunizations
  • In-patient (hospital) coverage
  • Mental health counseling
  • Minor surgical procedures
  • Minor trauma
  • On-site laboratory testing
  • Physical exams
  • Preventive healthcare
  • Specialty care referral and follow up
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • X-rays

SEDNET - Region 3B

This agency works with other agencies. They make sure that children with mental and emotional problems can get the help they need. They help with bullying and anxiety. They also help with parenting. Please call 352.486.5240 or go to the website to learn more.

SEDNET

SEDNET is a network of regional programs, services, and providers. They work to serve students with emotional and/or behavioral disabilities and their families. This group also works with schools to help create the best learning possible for the students they serve. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

Areas of Focus:

  • Capacity Building
  • Education & Systems of Care
  • Interagency Collaboration
  • Legislation & Policy
  • Parent & Youth Development and Involvement
  • Technical Assistance and Training

Meridian Behavioral Healthcare - Outpatient Counseling

MBH offers outpatient counseling. You may call the Access Center at any time to schedule an appointment. MBH offers group therapy, opioid treatment and more. Day Treatment and Intensive Outpatient Programs offer more intensive support. Please see the website for all services.

Outpatient Services Include:

  • Case management
  • Day Treatment
  • Forensic services
  • Group therapy
  • Intensive outpatient programs
  • Opioid treatment
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Support employment services
  • Tele-health

Meridian Behavioral Healthcare - Residential/Housing

MBH offers a number of inpatient and housing services. Each person's needs are assessed in order to create a personalized plan of care. Family involvement is encouraged. Those who need permanent housing can access New Horizons Properties. Please see the website for more information.

Treatment & Housing Services Include:

  • Case management
  • Joyce House
  • Mothers' Intensive Supportive Treatment (MIST)
  • New Horizons Properties
  • PATH Program - Progressive Alternative to Homeless
  • Recovery Center - for teen boys
  • Satellite, Sunset & Choice Apartments Supported Housing
  • Sid Martin Bridge House - for addictive disorders
  • Williams Manor & Transitions - adult residential treatment

Meridian Behavioral Healthcare - Child and Youth Services

MBH offers many services for children and youth. Children can be seen at school, at home or at the clinic. There are outpatient and inpatient services. Family involvement is key to a successful program. There are summer programs as well. Please see the website for more information.

Toll Free: 1.800.330.5615

Services Include:

  • Child Substance Abuse Outpatient & Intervention
  • Children's Case Management
  • Children's Intervention Program
  • Children's Outpatient Counseling
  • Crisis Stabilization Unit
  • Juvenile Drug Court
  • Recovery Center, Youth Residential Treatment Center
  • School-Based Prevention Services
  • Sexual Abuse Treatment Program
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