Clients who are seeking state assistance help can apply at their office. BSAO either offers access to a computer with Internet connection. A case manager or volunteer can also help you to submit the application to the Florida Department of Children and Families. We also provide a fax to send the required documents. Call for more information.

This group offers residential services. These services are in the form of an emergency shelter. It is a safe-haven for the victims of domestic violence and their children. There are a variety of services available for those staying in the shelter. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Services Available Include:

A complete list of programs is on the website. Here is a sample:

• Challenger Baseball
• Edison Sailing Center
• National Amputee Golf
• TOPSoccer
• USA Disabled Hockey
• Wheelchair Basketball

Serves adults who are undergoing withdrawl from alcohol and/or drugs.

• Duration of care 3 - 8 days
• Located near major hospital
• Open 24 hours a day

Call for more information.

This group provides help to Florida seniors. In this region, the help is provided by the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida. Please call 239.652.6900 or visit their website to learn more.

Toll Free: 1.866.413.5337

Services:

This website has many resources for active military, veterans and their families. They can find agencies that will help them with housing, medical care, jobs and more. Please see the website for all services.

Important Numbers:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 800.273.8255 or 988
National Call Center for Homeless Veterans - 877.424.3838
VA Caregiver Support Line - 855.260.3274
Wounded Warrior Resource Center - 888.997.2586

Two caregiver support groups are offered:

The Adult Children Support Group - The focus is on issues, concerns and questions adult children face as they care for a parent with memory loss. We also assist in teaching more about memory loss.

The Nursing Home/Assisted Living Issues Support Group - Topics covered:

• How to be active in the loved one's care
• How to make your visits more meaningful
• How to resolve concerns and communicate with facility staff
• State and federal regulations governing nursing homes and assisted living facilities
• The care plan process

This group is a closed meeting for family members only. Call for more information.

This group offers the Banish Abuse Now program. It is called BAN for short. The program is a part of the Batterer’s Intervention Program. BAN is a 29-week ongoing program. It helps participants learn alternatives to violence. There is a sliding fee scale available. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Freedom Waters Foundation provides Adaptive Sailing. This program teaches people with disabilities to sail to the best of their ability. Please call or visit website for more information.