MADD offers support to those who have been affected by another person's drunk driving. They advocate for victims' rights and compensation. They fight for stricter underage drinking laws. They sponsor Walk Like MADD walks to raise funds. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Partnership for Strong Families stops child abuse. Please see the website for more information.
Toll Free: 866.310.7326
This adoption program is for the whole state. It helps people adopt children, including those with special needs. This could be an older child or a child with a medical condition. The program also helps families after adoption and gives other types of support. Please call 800.962.3678 or visit the website to learn more information.
Toll-Free: 800.962.3678
This program is called WIC for short. It is for pregnant women and children up to five years old. WIC provides the following at no cost: healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support and referrals for health care. Each eligible family gets an EBT card to use at the grocery store. They also get a list of foods to purchase at the lowest prices.
This law firm helps families with bankruptcy. The program focuses on Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The group can also help in some Chapter 13 cases. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 1.866.256.8091
This website connects Wounded Warriors, service members, veterans, their families and caregivers with those who support them. Find national, state, and local programs and services. Find jobs from employers who want to hire veterans. You can find information by state or territory. Please see the website for all services.
Florida Kidcare has low cost health insurance for children aged birth - 18 years. Please call or visit the website to learn more information.
Programs Include:
Healthy Kids
MediKids
Children's Medical Services Health Plan
Medicaid
Alcoholics Anonymous helps people who have problems with alcohol. People meet to talk about their experiences and support each other. Please call the 24-hour hotline at 904-399-8535 or visit the website to learn more.
This agency works to help A.A. groups in Jacksonville and surrounding areas. The primary purpose is to stay sober. The group also works to help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.
This agency offers temporary shelter and meals to those in need. They also offer social service referrals. They provide disaster relief locally and around the world. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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