Other Family Assistance ServicesThis group runs a recreational program. Camp Challenge offers recreational activities. These activities are for both adults and children with cognitive and physical disabilities. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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
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.
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The Children’s Home Society offers services for children and their families. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
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ECS has programs that are based on the latest research. They show the impact of early activities on brain growth. Bright, colorful settings encourage exploration. Engaging playthings stretch young imaginations and develop motor skills. Shared stories and rhymes build language skills. Developing language skills are supported through meaningful conversation. Teachers expand on children’s ideas, and everyone explores new ideas together.
Please see the website for more information.
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This agency grants wishes to children. These children have life threatening illnesses. It is for children ages 2 1/2 to 17. The group works with the referred child’s doctor to determine eligibility. Please call or visit the website to learn more about referring a child.
Toll- Free: 888.874.9474
Northeast Region Office
10151 Deerwood Park Blvd, Building 300, Ste 120
Jacksonville, FL 32256
904.580.5906
C.H.I.P.S. (Citrus Hearing Impaired Program Services) offers the following services:
Call for more information.
Connect is a referral service. It helps expectant parents and families with young children. The goal is to improve birth outcomes and child development. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
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The agency is a disability resource center. They help individuals with disabilities exert their rights to live as independently as possible. The group gives people the tools to be their own best resource. This is done by offering a wide range of programs and services. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Services & Programs Available:
Safelink/Lifeline wireless phones are provided by TracFone to provide telephone service to those in need.
Those who qualify receive a free phone with free monthly minutes.
Those who live in Section 8 housing or receive Medicaid or food stamps may qualify.
Please call for more information.
