FSYR offers a summer camp for youth ages 10-15. Kids can take part in many fun activities such as canoeing, archery and swimming. They have the chance to build teamwork and peer communication skills. They can also enjoy the tranquil outdoors. Campers will have the chance to interact with law enforcement personnel and volunteers and learn other social skills. Please see the website for more information.
Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches offers residential care to children in need. It runs several child-care campuses throughout the state. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
This is a federal program that lowers the cost of phone and internet service. Low-income households can apply for a monthly discount up to $9.25. Call or visit the website to learn more information.
MIECHV / Parents as Teachers is free for parents with infants and young kids in stressful life situations. They teach parents and caregivers skills to help their kids be healthy and safe. As well successful in school.
Alachua and Marion counties: for kids up to age 3.
Bradford, Columbia, Hamilton, and Putnam counties: for kids up to age 5.
Please call or visit the website to learn more.
This program helps pregnant women, infants and families. It connects them to resources. It aims to help make healthy homes for children. They can connect you to food, housing help, counseling, and jobs. Please call 877.678.9355 or go to the website to learn more.
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Children's Home Society of Florida provides a range of programming and services to kids, teens, and families.
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Transition Youth Program helps people who have disabilities get or keep a job after high school. They can help you find a meaningful career. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
CARD serves people with autism. They can help those with similar disabilities, too. It is all free of charge. Please call 352.265.2230 or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 1.800.928.8476
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The University of Florida Center for Autism and Related Disabilities serves both children and adults. It is known as UF CARD for short. They provide support and assistance to people whose lives are affected by autism. Their goal is to make the best life for people with autism and related disabilities. Please call or visit the website for more information.
This is a nonprofit group of people for whom drugs has become a major problem. They meet often to help each other stay clean. They are not interested in what or how much you used. Only in what you want to do about your problem. Visit the website for more information and meeting locations.