Narcotics Anonymous Florida
This group is a nonprofit. It is for people who have a major problem with drugs. The group offers recovery from addiction. This is done through a 12-step program.
Okeechobee
Okeechobee
Family Defense Program - Americans for Immigrant Justice
This program offers legal help to immigrant communities. Its goal is to keep families together. Call or visit the website to learn more.
Baby Steps - Helping People Succeed
This group provides a variety of programs and services. They are for children and adults. The program geared towards children is called Baby Steps. The help will make sure that every client has the chance to reach their full potential. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Programs & Services:
SEDNET - Region 15
This group offers services and programs for students and their families. They help students who have or might have at risk, emotional and behavior issues. These programs make it easier for students to join in school and community activities. Please call or visit the website learn more.
Children's Medical Services
Children’s Medical Services is called CMS for short. It is a collection of programs. These programs are for eligible children with special needs. The programs are family-centered. And are designed to help children with a variety of conditions and needs. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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Quitting Tobacco/Vaping - Everglades AHEC
The AHEC provides help to quit tobacco with free programs. Sessions are available in person and virtually. Please call 1.877.819.2357 or visit the website to learn more.
National Human Trafficking Hotline-Polaris
This group runs the National Human Trafficking Hotline. It helps survivors of human trafficking. The hotline connects clients to services and supports to get help and stay safe. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Toll Free: 1.888.373.7888
Text: "BEFREE" or "HELP" to 233733
Email: help@humantraffickinghotline.org
Braille and Talking Books Library-Florida Division of Blind Services
Braille and Talking Books Library is a free service. They offer reading materials in Braille and recorded audio. It is for those who are visually impared. The equipment used for the service is loaned out to customers. This includes digital players and headphones. The books on audio are also sent out to the customer at no charge. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll Free: 800.226.6075
Universal Service Administrative Co.
This group is known as USAC for short. It is a not-for-profit organization. It is run by the FCC. They work to help communities and people across the country stay connected. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Florida Guardian ad Litem Program
This agency provides court advocacy for children who have been abused and involved in the court system. Teens that are aging out of the foster care system can learn about their options as well. See website for more information.