Charlotte

Free Phones for Hearing/Speech Impaired-Florida Telecommunications Relay Service (FTRI)

FTRI provides specialized telephone equipment and ring signaling devices. The equipment is loaned to qualified, permanent Florida residents for as long as needed. These devices are loaned at no charge. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.

Voice: 800.222.3448
TTY: 888.447.5620
VP: 850.270.2641

(FDOT) 511 Traveler Information System-The Florida Department of Transportation

This system is a free phone and internet resource that provides real-time traffic information for all of Florida. Callers can also access public transit, airport and seaport information. Please call or visit the website for more info.

https://fl511.com/

    Services:
  • Accidents
  • Commuter Travel Times
  • Congestion
  • Construction
  • Lane Closures
  • Severe Weather Affecting Traffic

Children's Home Society of Florida - Suncoast (Fort Myers Area)

The Children’s Home Society of Florida has a location in the Fort Myers area of Florida’s Suncoast. By working with children and families before crises occur, the ultimate goal of the group is to end the need for foster care as it is known. The group delivers the right services at the right time to help children and families. They work to help keep more kids safe at home with their families. Parents are empowered to raise their children in healthy, nurturing homes. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Family Alliance Program - Children's Advocacy Center of Southwest Florida

This group offers the Family Alliance program. It is a trauma-focused outpatient program. The program is for children and their families. The counseling is to help the children heal from abuse. Counseling is also available for adult survivors of child abuse. All services are free of charge. Please call or visit the website for more information.

AMI Kids, Inc

This group works to empower young people to become confident, successful adults. It offers a wide range of programs and services.

Programs and Services:

  • Behavioral Health
  • Community Services - Facility Based
  • Education
  • Family Services
  • Residential Programs
  • Workforce Development

Child Welfare Services - Department of Children and Families

Florida Department of Children and Families provides Child Welfare Services. These services are for children and families in need. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Services Include:

  • Adoption
  • Becoming a Foster Parent
  • Child Care
  • Children's Legal Services
  • Community-Based Care
  • Family Safety
  • Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children
  • Youth & Young Adults