Children ServicesThis group has support services for children and families. They do child advocacy. They also have mental health services. Their services help clients reach stability, safety, and well-being. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
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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: 1.888.874.9474
This agency helps people with emotional, mental, or substance abuse issues. The care is for children through adult. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
24/7 Crisis Line: 1.800.342.0774
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The county health department runs the Dr. Edward F. Zapert Dental Clinic. It is also known as The Molar Express. The train themed facility provides dental services in a child friendly atmosphere. Services are available for Medicaid-eligible Florida residents. The care is from birth to age 20. All patients 17 and under must be supervised by a guardian at all times. The clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. It is closed on holidays.
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.
This program offers scholarships to students with Unique Abilities. Scholarships help families have school choices and/or use funds to help with educational needs. Please call or visit website for more information.
This group offers a variety of services. The help is for the families of youth in crisis. It includes counseling, and intervention. Please call or click HERE to go to the website to learn more.
24 Hour Hotline: 850.576.6000
Programs Include:
Going Places
National Safe Place
Someplace Else
Stop Now and Plan
Tree House
Youth Advisory Council
This agency provides court advocacy for children who have been abused and are involved in the court system. Teens that are aging out of the foster care system can learn about their options as well. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
The state offers health insurance for children. From birth through age 18. It is free to apply. Enrollment is year-round. Each child is matched with the best fit of four Florida KidCare programs. Cost options include free, subsidized, and full-pay. These options are based on family income. And size of the household. Please call or visit the website for more information.
The Head Start program works to help low-income preschool children grow up right. Please call or visit the website for more information and a full list of locations.
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