Board of County Commissioners - Sumter County
The Board of County Commissioners is a part of the Sumter County Government. They are the legislative and governing body of the county. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Healthy Start of Central & North Florida Coalitions - NewboRN Home Visiting Program
NewboRN Home Visiting is a free program for women in Alachua County who give birth there. Within a week a registered nurse or midwife will visit. They will check on the health of the baby and mother, as well as help with breastfeeding and nutrition, give tips of how to safely care for the baby, and help connect the family to other local resources. Call or visit the website for more information.
Nurse-Family Partnership Program - Healthy Start of Central & North Florida Coalitions
This program helps pregnant women dealing with substance abuse. It connects them with nurses who make home visits. Nurses provide a range of support services to help with health. Please call 352.317.5194 or go to the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 1.877.678.9355
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Healthy Start of Central & North Florida Coalitions - The MIECHV/Parents as Teachers Program
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, stay safe, and succeed 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.
How to enroll: Call Parents as Teachers at 877-678-9355 or text “Connect” at 352-415-0091
The Connect Program - Healthy Start of Central & North Florida Coalitions
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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Legal Aid For All Community Legal Services - Lake County
The Legal Aid for All Community Legal Services offers legal aid. The legal services are free. You must be eligible to use their services. They also have events and workshops. Please call or go to the website to learn more.
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Disaster Services - American Red Cross
The Red Cross provides disaster relief and recovery. They can help with finding open shelters and loved ones after a disaster. They can help with getting back to a normal life. They can help with being prepared for emergencies. They also have many other services.
Please call or go to the website to learn more.
To find the office nearest you, go HERE.
Services - Aid to Victims of Domestic Violence (AVDA)
This group offers a comprehensive array of services. The help is for all victims of domestic violence. All services are confidential. Please call or visit the website for more information.
24-Hour Crisis Hotline: 1.800.355.8547
Services Include:
- 24 Hour Crisis Hotline
- Advocacy
- Counseling & Support
- Education and Prevention
- Emergency & Transitional Housing
- Health & Wellness
- Outreach Services
Sexual Violence Services - Another Way, Inc.
This agency offers counseling, support, and safe shelter to survivors of abuse. This includes domestic and sexual violence. It is recommended to call ahead for appointments. There is a 24-hour phone number. Please call 866.875.7983 or 386.208.0552 to learn more information.
Toll Free 24/7: 866.875.7983
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Emergency Shelter - Another Way, Inc.
This agency offers counseling, support, and safe shelter to survivors of abuse. This includes domestic and sexual violence. They suggest that you call ahead for appointments. There is a 24-hour phone number. Please call 352.493.6810 or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free 24-Hour Help Line: 1.866.875.7983
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