Columbia

Bridges International

This group provides reentry services for non-violent offenders who have substance abuse issues. The available services are made up of multiple programs. They accommodate the needs of the jailed, former inmates, and their families. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Programs Available:

  • Family Services Program
  • Community Release Centers (CRC)
  • Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Programs (RSATP)

CARC - Advocates for Citizens with Disabilities, Inc. - Client Services

CARC – Advocates for Citizens provides Adult Day Training. The following services and activities are available to support each individual and to help them achieve their goals:

  • Adult Basic Education provided by the Columbia County School Board
  • Arts and crafts
  • Assistance with personal care activities is provided on a one-to-one basis in the individual’s own home or family home or while individual is engaged in a community activity
  • Community activities and field trips
  • Outdoor sports
  • Personal Care Assistance
  • Social activities such as parties and dances
  • Specialized training in the activities of daily living, adaptive and social skills, and self-advocacy
  • Vocational training and paid work through the manufacture and sale of various products, retail work, and lawn maintenance (examples of assistance are meal preparation, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene and other self care activities)

Suwannee Valley Community Coordinated Child Care - Head Start

Suwannee Valley 4C's strives to meet the early learning needs of each child. Every child receives a variety of learning experiences that enhance his/her cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth. It is for children ages 0 to 5. The aim is to develop early learning habits in children so they will be ready to start school. They will also get health services including dental care and prenatal care for expectant mothers. Please see the website for more information.

Services include:

  • Dental Care
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Family and Community Partnerships
  • Health Services
  • Home Visits from Teaching Staff
  • Indoor and Outdoor Play
  • Prenatal Care for Mothers
  • Services for Parents

Locations:
Azalea Park Building 1
405 Southwest Walker Avenue
Live Oak, Florida 32060
386.362.4723

Branford Learning Center
103 Express Street Northwest

Florida Health Columbia County - Services

Columbia County Health Department provides a range of services to the community. Some services are free, or based on a sliding scale fee. Please call or visit our website for more info.

Services include:

  • Adult Health
  • Children’s Health
  • Chronic Disease Services
  • Communicable Disease Services
  • Florida Healthy Start Program
  • Fort White Clinic
  • H1N1 Clinic Schedule
  • HIV/AIDS Services
  • Immunizations
  • Primary Care
  • School Health Coordination
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases
  • Tuberculosis (TB)
  • WIC (Women, Infant and Children)
  • Women’s Health

Florida Health Columbia County

Columbia County Health Department provides a range of services to the community. Some services are free, or based on a sliding scale fee. Please call or visit our website for more info.

Services include:

  • Adult Health
  • Children’s Health
  • Chronic Disease Services
  • Communicable Disease Services
  • Florida Healthy Start Program
  • Fort White Clinic
  • H1N1 Clinic Schedule
  • HIV/AIDS Services
  • Immunizations
  • Primary Care
  • School Health Coordination
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases
  • Tuberculosis (TB)
  • WIC (Women, Infant and Children)
  • Women’s Health

The Able Trust

This group is a public charity. They work to promote employment opportunities for persons with disabilities in Florida. The group focuses on research and outreach. As well as capacity building. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Southern Legal Counsel, Inc.

A not-for-profit public interest law firm. Operates statewide through Florida. They are committed to the ideas of equal justice and basic human and civil rights for all. Mainly helps individuals and groups with public interest issues who would not otherwise have access to the justice system. And whose cases might bring about systemic reform. Please call or visit the website for more information.