CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY 954-453-6400 401 NE 4th Street Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301www.chsfl.org/intercoastalMedicaid Spanish, Creole M-F: 8:30am - 5:00pmProvides adoption assistance, child abuse and neglect prevention, family counseling and emergency care for children.CHILDNET954-414-6000 1100 W. McNab Road Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309www.childnet.usNo FeeManages the Broward child welfare system for foster care, adoption, protective and related services for abused, neglected and abandoned children. Fathers may attend an entire program of 18 modules divided into three blocks of six: Becoming a Better Man; Parenting; Future Planning. The program operates out of four of the five archdiocesan pregnancy help centers: Hollywood, North Dade, South Dade, and Fort Lauderdale.EWYL (earn while you learn)Through our EWYL program, the woman is able to come for pregnancy and parenting classes. UNITED COMMUNITY OPTIONS 954-584-7178 (formerly United Cerebral Palsy) 3117 SW 13 Court Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312 www.unitedcommunityoptionssfl.orgProvides support and services for people with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities, and their families. Offers education for financial literacy, budgeting, credit counseling, homeownership, foreclosure prevention, and loan modification. E.g. The Family Reunification Program (FRP) is designed to support families by reuniting children and parents in order to repeated foster care placements. *Regional Contracts are funded by both in CBC's and are reimbursed on a cost reimbursement method of payment. Through the Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Program (VPK), prepares children by helping them develop the skills needed to become good readers and successful students. Provides counseling for men, women and children including support groups and individual advocacy services. Also provides legal advice and representation for victims of domestic, dating and stalking violence at injunction (restraining order) hearings. Our services include: - One-way Greyhound Ticket Offers caregiver support groups, early-stage support groups, advocacy & public policy initiatives, safety services for those with memory impairment, and a clinical trial matching program.AMERICAN RED CROSS954-797-3800 South Florida Region 600 NE 3 Avenue Ft Lauderdale, FL 33304No Fee 24/7www.redcross.org/fl/miamiProvides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. One-to-one mentoring programs include community-based adult mentors for youth 6-17 years, school-based adult and high school student mentors for youth in grades K-8, and adults mentors for young adults 16-23 years who are aging out of the foster care system. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309Things to bring to the interview: FLORIDA DEPT. Current residents receive meals; primary medical and dental care; mental health diagnosis, treatment and psychiatric services; and substance abuse education, prevention, intervention and treatment including 12-Step programs. Spanish, French, Creole M-F: 9:00am - 5:00pm. Provides outpatient individual and family counseling, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, case management, psychological testing, parenting classes, and anger management training for parents and children who are at risk of separation or are attempting reunification. No Fee Spanish, French, Creole M-F: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Provides information and referral for counseling, assessments, assistance with utility payments on an emergency basis, and facilitates the financial eligibility process for publicly funded services for seniors 60+ years, persons with severe and persistent mental illness 18+ years, and their families and caregivers. NACo recognized 616 entries from counties and state associations in 32 states. The program provides mediation as an opportunity to minimize the effects of divorce on families including pre & post dissolution cases as well as for paternity cases of unmarried parties when they have minor child(ren). Provides events and teen groups to meet the special needs of adolescents. CINS/FINS (Children in Need of Services/Families in Need of Services) Provides counseling, social skills development and mentoring to divert youth 6-17 years from the juvenile justice system. Provides homeless residents a one-way ticket anywhere Greyhound Lines travels to
This exciting partnership allows you to start at Broward College and seamlessly finish your education at FIU's Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. bring people to Broward County. Also provides prevention through education to youth and adults in the community on various topics including substance abuse prevention andviolence prevention. LIGHT OF THE WORLD CLINIC(Clinica Luz del Mundo)954-563-9876 53335333 N Dixie Highway #201 Oakland Park, FL 33334www.lightoftheworldclinic.orgFee for Lab Services only Spanish Tue-Thu: 9:00am-5:00pm, F: 9:00am-3:00pm, Sat: 8:00am-2:00pmProvides free medical care in over 13 different specialties to uninsured, low-income or no-income residents of Broward County. Provides temporary wage replacement benefits to qualified individuals who are out of work through no fault of their own. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program offers financial assistance with electric bills depending on eligibility. HOPWA Case ManagementProvides housing resources for people living with AIDS including rent or mortgage assistance, move-in assistance, utilities, and case management. Offers assessment, family and individual therapy.Solutions for School SuccessOffers assessment, in-home individual and family therapy, and school classroom observation and support for children 3-17 years who are having emotional and behavioral issues at school and at home that are affecting their school performance.Family DevelopmentProvides in-home family therapy and support services to youth 10-17 years who are at risk for abuse/neglect and are residing with their family.Youth TransitionsOffers transitional independent living services for youth (15-22 years) with serious emotional and behavioral issues who are aging out of the child welfare system (both foster care and relative placements), including case management, youth development activities and life skills coaching counseling.Foster CareProvides foster parent recruitment, training and licensing services, and placement and monitoring of children in foster care, 0-17 years. Provides information and referral to the public and private community. Serves families and friends of alcoholics 19+ years, who believe their livesare affected by someone elses drinking (Al-Anon), and youth under 19 years (AlaTeen). LSF Health Systems Providers Family Success Centers providesocial services information, referrals and services to assist individuals and families in setting goals, learning skills, and accessing the services for self-sufficiency. domestic violence, Residence in Broward County for a minimum of
Operates dementia-specifichelpline for information, resources, and counseling. Therapeutic Family Support Services (TFSS) In partnership with Children & Family Services (CFS) and Ventura County Behavioral Health (VCBH). CENTER FOR HEARINGAND COMMUNICATION954-601-1930- TTD:954-601-1938Video Ph:954-642-23512900 W. Cypress Creek Road #3, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309www.chchearing.orgMedicare, Private Pay, Sliding Scale American Sign Language M-F: 9:00am - 5:00pmProvides interdisciplinary clinical and support hearing healthcare services for children and adults. Adult Residential Program 954-941-9828 220 SW 2 Street Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Short-term (60-90 days) residential treatment for substance abuse and/or mental health serving adults 18+ years withindividual, group and family counseling. Provides a centralized access point for early detection and connections to services for children, ages 0-8 years, who are at risk for developmental and/or behavioral problems, including free developmental screenings. To use this program, a case must be filed in Broward County and a family mediation order must be signed by a Broward judge . Accepts adults with a diagnosed cognitive,medical or psychological disability. Offers short-term financial assistance for food, rent, utilities, and prescription medication.Family Link Program Private pay services for family advocacy and care management.Holocaust Survivors Assistance Program Offers free, confidential assistance and support including reparations and restitution assistance, in-home care counseling, emergency financial assistance, socialization event, dental assistance for survivors of the Holocaust.Joshuas Path Assists family caregivers or advocates of an adolescent or adult with a developmental, physical or mental health disability to put in place needed supports and arrangements for their loved ones current and future needs, including free planning consultations, educational seminars, and a special needs resource fair. Serves as a resource for hunger-related initiatives and maintains an updated list of food pantries. Family Reunification Program This program provides homeless residents with a one-way ticket to existing support systems outside of Broward County, such as a family member. Staff members live with youth to provide a combination of family life, friends, school, extracurricular activities, therapy, and life skills classes that help youth overcome their traumatic pasts and learn to become independent. Offers a preschool with daily educational and therapeutic training for children with developmental disabilities and family support services including counseling, respite day care and parent education. BROWARD COUNTY FAMILY SUCCESS ADMINISTRATION DIVISION954-357-6367 TTY: 800-955-8770Edgar P Mills Multipurpose Center 900 NW 31 Avenue #3000 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311www.broward.org/familysuccessNo Fee Spanish, French, Creole, American Sign Language Telephone for Hearing Impaired M-F: 8:00am-5:00pmAssists individuals and families to achieve economic and social stability. or email, Qualified customers must be prepared to leave
Offers dentalcare for underserved children at the annual Give Kids a Smile event.BROWARD COUNTY FAMILY SUCCESS ADMINISTRATION DIVISION954-357-6367 TTY: 800-955-8770Edgar P Mills Multipurpose Center 900 NW 31 Avenue #3000 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311www.broward.org/familysuccessNo Fee Spanish, French, Creole, American Sign Language Telephone for Hearing Impaired M-F: 8:00am-5:00pmAssists individuals and families to achieve economic and social stability.Family Success Centers providesocial services information, referrals and services to assist individuals and families in setting goals, learning skills, and accessing the services for self-sufficiency. Today, we are one of the largest nonprofits in Florida touching the lives of 1 in 50 Floridians. Shelter services are available 24/7.Lippman Youth Shelter954-568-2801 221 NW 43rd Court Oakland Park, FL 33309Lutheran Services of Florida 954-486-4222 4675 N. State Road 7 Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319Mt. 754-321-3400Provides specialized education and services for gifted students and students with disabilities.Family Counseling-IDEA Students754-321-3430Provides counseling to emotionally handicapped, SED and/or autistic students, 5-22 years and their families.