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Adult Protective Services - Department of Children and Families

Department of Children and Families provides Adult Protective Services. They help adults who may be at risk of being harmed or neglected. DCF also helps adults who are unable to take care of themselves. Clients may be elderly or have a disability. Please call 800.962.2873 or visit website for more information.
***To Report Adult Abuse call 800.962.2873***

Abuse Hotline - Florida Department of Children and Families

The Florida Abuse Hotline accepts reports 24 hours a day. Anyone who suspects that a child or vulnerable adult is abused or neglected needs to make a report. You can report online, by phone or by fax.

Abuse Hotline: 800.962.2873
Florida Relay Services: dial 711 or TTY: 800.955.8771

Si usted habla español y desea divulgar abuso, llame por favor el teléfono directo en 800-962-2873 para hablar con un consejero de habla hispana.

SeniorCare

SeniorCare.com is an online directory for senior care. They give information about home health care agencies across the country. The site is committed to informing consumers. Letting them know about options in the senior care industry. They also run a collection of online brands. These brands offer in-depth content and provider directories for different parts of the senior care industry. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Florida Guardian Ad Litem

GAL staff and volunteers work together for the best interests of children who have been abused and involved in the court system. Their goal is to ensure that they live in a safe and caring environment. Teens who are aging out of the foster care system can also learn about their options.

Legal Assistance - Americans for Immigrant Justice

Americans for Immigrant Justice is a non-profit law firm. They fight for justice for immigrants. They offer direct help to immigrants in need. Their services are offered at no cost. Please call 305.573.11061 or visit the website for more information.

Programs include:

  • Children's Legal Program
  • Detention Program
  • Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking (Lucha) Program
  • Family Defense Program
  • Litigation Program
  • Pro Bono Program

Americans for Immigrant Justice

Americans for Immigrant Justice is a non-profit law firm. They fight for justice for immigrants. They offer direct help, and advocacy and outreach. Services are offered at no cost.

Programs include:

  • Children's Legal Program
  • Detention Program
  • Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking (Lucha) Program
  • Family Defense Program
  • Litigation Program
  • Pro Bono Program

Residential Programs - Talbot House

This group has two short- term residential programs. The length of the program depends on the person. The length can be from 6 months up to 24. The help is for adults experiencing homelessness. The programs offer case management. They also offer educational opportunities for clients. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Programs Available:

  • Renewal Program
  • Savings & Transition Economic Program (STEP)