Make-A-Wish Foundation: Central and Northern Florida
This group is a nonprofit. They grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions. They serve 45 counties in Central and North Florida.
Toll Free: 888.874.9474
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Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten - Division of Early Learning
This agency offers the (VPK) Voluntary Prekindergarten program. This program is for Florida children who are four years old. It helps make sure children are ready fo school. They offer services for students with special needs as well. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
Division of Early Learning
The Division of Early Learning is called DEL for short. It is a division of the Florida Department of Education. This division works to provide early learning services for children.
Programs Include:
- Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R)
- School Readiness (SR)
- Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
Episcopal Children's Services
Episcopal Children's Services provides a range of early learning programs for children. Head Start and VPK are both available as well. Programs are for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 1.800.238.3463
Child Find Services-Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resources System
Child Find helps find young children who might qualify for help under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA). Please call or check the website to learn more.
Child Find provides:
Diagnostic screening
Placement coordination
Training
Support to parents
Samaritan Food Bank - Baker County Minister's Association
This group runs a food pantry. There are eligibility requirements to get food. The group can also help with hotel and gas vouchers. Please call for more information.
Baker County Minister's Association
This faith-based group was created to bring together the pastors of Baker County. This is to meet their common goal of serving the community. The group offers a variety of ministries to help those in need.
HIV/AIDS Services - Baker County Health Department
This agency provides confidential HIV testing. The testing can be done through a blood test or an oral swab. The results take about two weeks. There are counsellors available. They provide education and support. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Immunizations - Baker County Health Department
This agency offers immunizations. These are for a variety of diseases. The shots are for children and adults. There is also TB testing available. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Clinical Services - Baker County Health Department
This agency provides a variety of clinical services. These services are available on a sliding fee scale basis. The fees are based on income and family size. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Services Include:
- Family Health
- Pediatrics
- Women's Health