HCA Florida Healthcare
This group is a network of sites of care across the state. It offers comprehensive, high-quality healthcare.
Leon
Leon
Children's Wishes - Make-A-Wish Foundation
This agency grants wishes to children that have a life-threatening illness. It is for children ages 2 1/2 to 17. Anyone can refer a child for a wish. The group then works with the child’s doctor to see if they are eligible. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll Free: 888.874.9474
Girls' Residence - Lighthouse Children's Home
This is a faith-based Christian group home for girls ages 13 – 17. Please call or visit the website.
Program Includes:
- Athletics
- Biblical Counseling and Instruction
- Extra-curricular Activities
- Family Visits
- Gospel Music Education
- Private Education
- Set Schedules
- Work Responsibilities
Lighthouse Children's Home
This is a religious organization. It works to help troubled children have a second chance in life.
Caregiver Services - Alzheimer's Project, Inc.
This group is for people who are caregivers for people with memory diseases like Alzheimer's. The goal of this group is to teach caregivers learn how to care for themselves too. All services are for free. Please call 850.386.2778 or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
Services Include:
- Caregiver Education Courses
- Respite Services
- Support Groups
Alzheimer's Project, Inc.
This group is a nonprofit. It provides support and comfort. It also provides assistance. The help is for those with memory disorders. It is also for their caregivers. The services are offered in the Big Bend area. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
PhRMA
PhRMA represents the leading research companies in the nation. These companies are in the biopharmaceutical industry. They are working towards a patient-centered health care system. And want to make medicines more affordable. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Transitional Housing - Boys Town North Florida
Boys Town has housing for youth who cannot stay in their own homes anymore. Married couples care for the children in a regular home. Many of these children have suffered abuse and need a place to stay. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Polk County Residential Care Services - Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches
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.
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