Assists parents and schools in the early identification of children who are at risk of developing special or unique needs and who are not being served in a public school.
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The goal of this program is to reduce the stress a child has during a hospital stay. Specially trained Child Life Specialists work to help the child learn coping skills. They use play therapy to help the child understand and cope with their upcoming medical procedures. They assist the siblings of a child who has died and help them to understand and say good-bye. The team also works with families and help parents to cope with the challenges of parenting a sick child.

Florida Department of Children and Families provides Child Welfare Services to children and families in need.

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

Please call 904.723.2000 or visit website for more information.

This agency protects children and teens. They provide emergency shelter. They have a foster care program. They can help with adoption. Teens who are aging out of the foster system get skills and training to be able to live by themselves. Individual and family counseling are available. Please see the website for all services.

Range of services include:

Provides Specialty Medical Care for children ages 0-21 years of age with chronic medical conditions that may hinder normal growth and development. Appointments are made by phone.

Services Available Through This Program

• Child Health
• Pediatricians
• Special Needs
• Speech Language and Other Therapies

Hours of Operation: Monday thru Friday, 8am to 5pm, Saturday thru Sunday CLOSED

Income limits based on age of child. Call for income review. Social Security card, proof of income and proof of insurance/medicaid.

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This agency grants wishes to children with life threatening illnesses. It is for children ages 2 1/2 to 17. After a child is referred, Make-A-Wish will work with the child's doctor to determine eligibility. Their vision is to grant one wish to every eligible child. Please see the website for more information or call the toll free number (888) 874-9474

This program has early intervention services for children from birth to age 3. They are referred by family, doctors or area agencies due to suspected developmental delays. Early Steps services are based on evaluations and the family's concerns, resources and goals. Services are provided where the family and child live, learn and play. Most services will be early intervention home visits.

Please see the website for more details.

Offers a summer camp for youth ages 10-15. Kids can take part in many fun activities such as canoeing, archery and swimming. They have the chance to build teamwork and peer communication skills. They can also enjoy the tranquil outdoors. Campers will have the chance to interact with law enforcement personnel and volunteers and learn other social skills. Please see the website for more information.

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.