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Abuse Hotline - DCF

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.

Child Find Services

Child Find locates young children who may be eligible for services under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA). Please call or visit the website to learn more.

Child Find provides:
Diagnostic screening
Placement coordination
Training
Support to parents

Child Welfare Services - Department of Children and Families

Florida Department of Children and Families provides Child Welfare Services. These services are for children and families in need. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Services Include:

  • Adoption
  • Becoming a Foster Parent
  • Child Care
  • Children's Legal Services
  • Community-Based Care
  • Family Safety
  • Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children
  • Youth & Young Adults

Eating Disorder Groups- National Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness

The Alliance provides free, weekly eating disorder groups. These groups are led by a therapist. The sessions take place both virtually and in person. Help is available for all eating disorders. Please call or visit the website for more information.

List of Meeting Locations in Florida can be found here . Virtual Meetings are also available.

Family Connect - Healthy Start Southwest Florida

This group offers the family connect program. It connects families to community programs. Families can get free education and support unique to the needs of each family. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Help can include:

  • breastfeeding and car seat safety
  • childbirth education
  • developmental milestone information
  • family counseling
  • help finding community resources
  • in-person support
  • prenatal nutrition