This agency participates in the United Way of Northeast Florida’s 211 call center. It provides information and referral services. Specialists are well trained and friendly. The call center is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please call or visit the website for more information.

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Safe Haven for Newborns is here to help pregnant women of all ages. The group offers a variety of services.

Services:

The Florida Abuse Hotline accepts reports 24 hours a day. Anyone who suspects that a child or vulnerable adult is abused or neglected needs to make a report. You can report online, by phone or by fax.

Abuse Hotline: 800.962.2873
Florida Relay Services: dial 711 or TTY: 800.955.8771

Si usted habla español y desea divulgar abuso, llame por favor el teléfono directo en 800-962-2873 para hablar con un consejero de habla hispana.

The APD helps individuals who have disabilities and their families . They connect people with the support and services they need. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

Elder Options offers a number of services to seniors. They can answer questions about insurance or Medicare. There are services for those being released from the hospital and need help at home. Caregivers can take a 12-hour caregiver course. Please see the website for more information.

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 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)

The NIA offers information and resources on aging. They help others learn to be caregivers. This is for a friend or family member with a serious health condition. Please call or visit website for more information.

Toll Free: 800.222.2225
TTY: 800.222.4225