Pinellas

Domestic Violence Shelter - Hope Villages of America - The Haven

The Haven offers services to victims of domestic violence 24 hours a day. By making a phone call, clients can get safe shelter and counseling at Safe House. Counselors can also help you create a safety or escape plan. There are also outreach services for those who do not want to come to the shelter. Please call for more information.

24-Hour Hotline 727.442.4128
Florida State Hotline: 1.800.500.1119

Locations/Contacts

Grace House Shelter - Hope Villages of America

RCS Grace House provides dignified apartment-style emergency shelter. It is for homeless families with children. They may stay for up to two months. Food, clothing and household goods are available to residents. Residents must be willing to get employment and take part in weekly life skills classes. Upon completion of the program, families are eligible to shop at the RCS Thrift Store for furniture and household goods at no charge. Please call for more information.

Food Bank - Hope Villages of America, Inc.

This food bank helps tens of thousands of people in Pinellas County by providing groceries.

To receive help, individuals or families must live north of Ulmerton Road. If you live outside this area, we can give you a list of other food pantries that may be closer to your home.

You’ll need to bring a photo ID and proof of address, like a piece of mail. You must also show Social Security cards and/or birth certificates for everyone in your household.

HOPE VILLAGES OF AMERICA, INC.

The mission of RCS is to feed the hungry and help homeless families return to self-sufficiency. They also empower victims of domestic violence. We help with basic needs through four distinct programs.


24 hour Crisis Hot Line
: 727.442.4128
TTY: 727.446.2148
Outreach: 727.441.2029

RCS Food Bank

  • 700 Druid Road
    Clearwater, Florida 33756
    727.443.4031

RCS Grace House

  • 1552 South Myrtle Avenue
    Clearwater, Florida 33756
    727.446.5964

RCS Thrift Store

  • 2960 East Bay Drive
    Largo, Florida 33771
    727.531.6266

Child Care - Community Pride Breeden

R’Club teaches the Four R’s: Respect, Responsibility, Resourcefulness, and Responsiveness. R’Club has strong early learning programs and extra help from trained teachers. They offer care before and after school, and all-day programs for preschool, Pre-K, school-age, middle school, and special needs students. R’Club also has fun activities, field trips, and help with homework. Call 727.443.0958 to learn more.

Community Pride Child Care, Inc.

To provide quality child development and supportive services to low income, at risk, and homeless children and families.

Childcare

  • breakfast, lunch and snack
  • curriculum dedicated to preparation for success in school
  • infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
  • sliding fee scale

Homeless Program

  • 45 days of free childcare for residents of participating homeless shelters
  • Children are placed in childcare near their shelter
  • For children between 2 months and 5 years old
  • Parents receive outreach

Peace Maker Program

  • Develop values which promote compassion, empathy and respect
  • Strengthen developmental assets to become healthy, caring and responsible
  • Teach peaceful alternatives to violence

Mental Health Services - Directions for Mental Health, Inc.

This program helps adults, children, and people who are homeless, no matter how much money they have. Some programs are only for certain groups or need a referral, but most are open to everyone. Many services have a set cost or use a sliding fee scale, and some are free.

Programs for Children & Families

  • Outpatient Counseling
  • Psychiatric Care
  • Early Childhood Parenting Services
  • Case Management

Programs for Adults

Directions for Mental Health, Inc.

Directions serves adults, children and the homeless at all stages of life and regardless of ability to pay. While some of our programs are restricted to a specific population, or subject to referral, most are available to the public. Most services are based on a fixed or sliding fee scale; some are free.


Clearwater Center

1437 South Belcher Road
Clearwater, Florida 33764
727.524.4464


Largo Center

8823 – 115th Avenue North
Largo, Florida 33773
727.547.4566