UNITED WAY OF BROWARD COUNTYCOMMISSION ON BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DRUG PREVENTION (formerly Commission on Substance Abuse)954-760-7007 1300 S Andrews Avenue Ft Lauderdale, FL 33316 www.drugfreebroward.org No Fee Coordinates community efforts in the area of substance use/abuse services. 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. 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. They are located in Pompano Beach, (954) 357-5340, Coral Springs, Florida (954) . 954-384-0344 7149 West Oakland Park Blvd. Also operates satellite sites in Coral Springs, Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach, Sunrise and Lauderhill on a variable schedule. Celebrating 12 Years Providing Child Reunification Services To Florida's Families Since 2010 ENSURING POSITIVE OUTCOMES FOR YOUR CHILDREN Support Groups Subscribe to Our Newsletter Questions? The Family Success Centers can offer a cohesive collection of homeless prevention (such as rental help), homeless services, and also supportive housing opportunities. TOMORROW'S RAINBOW 954-978-2390 4341 NW 39th Avenue, Coconut Creek, FL 33073www.tomorrowsrainbow.orgNo FeeProvides grief support for children, and their families, who have experienced the death of a loved one. New Vision Community Development Corporation Offers certified HUD housing counseling to first-time home buyers. Provides individual, couples, family, group and in-home counseling. Mortgage Credit Certificate Program. According to the Broward County Clerk of Courts, Black violated the conditions of his pretrial release related to an oxycodone . The delay in the discharge of the child or children to the family from out-of-home care. FamilyReunification Programprovides a one-way bus ticket anywhere Greyhound travels to be reunified with family.Housing First 954-563-4357Provides intensive case management for persons experiencing homelessness who need temporary subsidized rental assistance, while promoting a savings plan and asset building option to help ensure self-sufficiency. YOUTH CO-OP 954-971-1163 2424 W Oakland Park Blvd Oakland Park, FL 33311 www.ycoop.org No Fee Spanish, French, Creole Mon-Fri: 8:00am-5:30pm Assists refugees, asylees and public interest parolees to ease transition to their new country. 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. You can also view online at (www.mhasefl.org).Consumer SupportOffers a range of peer-to-peer social activities, support groups and educational opportunities including groups for anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar/depression as well as Recovery workshops and Schizophrenics Anonymous meetings. Provides social services to the residents of Hallandale Beach including case management, job assistance, emergency food, utility payments, rent and mortgage assistance, health services and individual, group and family counseling, parenting, anger management and conflict resolution workshops for youth 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. Operates a developmental preschool for children,18 months-5 years, with extended care available before and after school hours.Respite CareProvides care and supervision to children with developmental disabilities. 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 culturally competent violence and substance abuse education, mental health services, and appropriate referral, treatment, and follow-up services. Clients may also apply for benefits at over 150 community partner sites.Central Broward Service Center 3511 N. Pine Island Road Sunrise, FL 33351North Broward Service Center 1400 W. Commercial Blvd. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program offers financial assistance with electric bills depending on eligibility. Callers in crisis should call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency room. The family reunification process after the February 2018 massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School has received intense criticism after . Offers rehabilitation services (OT, PT, Speech Therapy), in-home parent training, respite care, social and job skills for transitioning youth, and specialized summer camp for youth with developmental disabilities and moderate to severe behavioral challenges, 3-21 years. Provides referrals for quality childcare, early learning programs, and community resources. Special Needs Connections 954-537-0211www.211specialneeds.orgCare CoordinationInformation and referral services for families and caregivers of children with physical needs and/or children with developmental disabilities including Autism, intellectual disabilities, and Cerebral PalsyChild Care Resource & ReferralProvides referrals for quality childcare, early learning programs, and community resources. Assists income-eligible families with the cost of childcare so they may continue to work and/or participate in training. Offers education for financial literacy, budgeting, credit counseling, homeownership, foreclosure prevention, and loan modification. Since 1999, the FRP has helped united families grow strong and healthy in Kalamazoo.. Keeping Families Together 24-Hour Helpline ServicesCrisis/suicide intervention, empathetic listening, information and referral helpline for callers of all ages seeking assistance with problems and needs such as mental health, substance abuse, family violence, financial problems, hunger, shelter needs, relationship issues, and depression.Behavioral Health Info Line 954-396-4636Specialized 24-hour helpline providing information and referral for mentalhealth services, substance abuse prevention and treatment programs,case management, and other specialized behavioral health services. Reunification will likely occur off site and not at your child's school. Family Reunification Program Summary: Provides a one-way bus ticket anywhere greyhound travels to be reunified with family. Offers education for elders 60+ years and persons with disability 18-49 years, on the Health Maintenance Organizations (HMO) Statewide Medicaid ManagedLong-Term Care Program. Emergency shelter for children 0-12 years who have been removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect or abandonment. COVID-19 Resources. or being evicted. Gently used toys, clothing and baby equipment are available for families in need. Specialty tracks are available for parents of infants, children, and teens. Support groups are available for persons living with mental illness as well as groups for family members and/or caregivers of persons diagnosed with a mental illness. Also serves persons with related disabilities including deafness, blindness, sensory impairments with other disabling conditions, developmental delays in children under 5 years who also present with autistic-like behaviors, and genetic disorders that may co-exist with autism symptoms (Fragile X Syndrome, Rett Syndrome, Tuberous Sclerosis, Angelman Syndrome, among others). Offers money management services for individuals who can no longer manage their personal monetary affairs due to age or disability. HOPWA Case ManagementProvides housing resources for people living with AIDS including rent or mortgage assistance, move-in assistance, utilities, and case management. Lauderdale, FL 33311Community-Based Connections 954-524-9797 1033 Sistrunk Blvd., #201 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP DIVISION954-357-8647 TTY: 954-357-2882 115 S. Andrews Avenue, #A-370Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301www.broward.org/humanservices/communitypartnershipsM-F: 8:30am - 5:00pmBranch of Broward County Government responsible for the planning, coordination, administration, and evaluation for human services programs including behavioral health andchildcare licensing.COOPERATIVE PARENTING & DIVORCE (CO-PARENTING)954-746-2055Mental Health Association of Southeast Florida7145 W. Oakland Park Blvd. AGING & DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER OF BROWARD (ADRC)954-745-9567 TDD: 954-745-5689 5300 Hiatus Road Sunrise, FL 33351www.adrcbroward.orgNo Fee Spanish, French, Creole M-F: 8:00am - 5:00pmADRC Helpline - 954-745-9779Provides 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. See Career Source for locations. ALZHEIMERS ASSOCIATION800-272-3900 Southeast Florida Chapter 3323 W Commercial Blvd #260Ft Lauderdale, FL 33309 www.alz.org/seflorida No Fee Helpline available 24/7 Provides education and support to Alzheimers patients, families, and caregivers as well as education to the community and professionals aboutAlzheimers disease and other memory disorders. 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. Broward County Transit Bus Route: 5 . www.broward.org/humanservices/communitypartnerships. All winners are available in our searchable awards database, where winning programs are searchable by year, category and state dating back to 2007. Visit the Early Learning Portal. Also provides legal advice and representation for victims of domestic, dating and stalking violence at injunction (restraining order) hearings. Offers developmental screenings for children whose families participate in the school readiness program. Today, we are one of the largest nonprofits in Florida touching the lives of 1 in 50 Floridians. BROWARD COUNTY MINORITY BUILDERS COALITION954-792-1121 665 SW 27th Avenue, #16 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312www.minoritybuilders.orgNo FeeHome Touch ProgramProvides carpentry, plumbing, electrical or other emergency home improvements to preserve health and safety and correct code violations in Broward County owner-occupied homes of persons 60+ years.South Florida Green Jobs CollaborativeTrains community members in green jobs in the building industry through a partnership of the private and public sectors.CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE ARCHDIOCESE OF MIAMI954-332-6640 *1079 SE 22nd Avenue Pompano Beach, FL 33062 www.ccadm.org Sliding Scale Spanish, CreoleProvides social services including behavioral health, adult day care centers, transitional housing, and emergency financial assistance.Emergency Services954-568-6610Provides rent/mortgage assistance for people facing eviction and food vouchers.Adult Day Care CentersLicensed adult day care centers for disabled individuals 19+ years and older adults. For more information, call 954-357-5099. Assists income-eligible families with the cost of childcare so they may continue to work and/or participate in training. Information and referral services for families and caregivers of children with physical needs and/or children with developmental disabilities including Autism, intellectual disabilities, and Cerebral Palsy. Phone: 954-414-6000 | Fax: 954-414-6019 KIDS IN DISTRESS 954-390-7654 819 NE 26 Street Wilton Manors, FL 33305 www.kidinc.org Medicaid, Insurance, Sliding Scale Spanish, CreoleProvides child and family strengthening services to prevent child abuse, preserve the family and treat children who have been abused or neglected. ), Proof of residency in this county (proof of address such as a bill, etc. Meetings are scheduled at various times and locations, 800-272-3900 Southeast Florida Chapter 3323 W Commercial Blvd #260, Provides education and support to Alzheimers patients, families, and caregivers as well as education to the community and professionals about, 954-797-3800 South Florida Region 600 NE 3 Avenue Ft Lauderdale, FL 33304No Fee 24/7. Sliding Scale Spanish M-F: 9:00am - 5:00pm. Provides prenatal care, parenting, education and support services to reduce infant death, and temporary assistance for basic needs (food, one-time partial rental assistance, and vouchers) to low-income Broward families who meet income eligibility. Sliding Scale Creole, Hebrew - Hours by appointment. 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. through Family Success Centers in Broward County. Offers an after-care program for young adults transitioning out of foster care that helps them find housing, employment, finish their education and raise their own children. Assists with daycare, after-school care, and camp.Bi-weekly support group. Provides 24-hour comprehensive helpline and support services for individuals seeking crisis intervention, assistance and/or information and referrals to health and human services, community resources and disaster-related information in Broward County. Information on technical schools, military options, and workforce entry is also available.Health Education 754-321-1575Provides education to maintain the health and well-being of students.Innovative Programs754-321-2070Specially designated public schools that offer opportunities for in-depth experiences and study in specific areas of interest.Seagull School Homebound Program754-321-7320Provides an in-home school for medically fragile children who cannot attend classes in a school setting.SEDNET 754-321-3400(Severely Emotionally Disturbed Children Network)A multi-agency cooperative effort between the Broward County School Board, Department of Children and Families, parents/caregivers, childrens agencies, community mental health centers, and other organizations to improve the service delivery system for SED children and adolescents.Student Support Services754-321-1618Federally funded remedial programs at various elementary and middle schools to help children reach their grade level in reading and math.Child Abuse Services754-321-1569Provides case consultation and support services for children, identified or at high risk for child abuse, abandonment or neglect including victims of domestic violence and sexual behavioral problems.Child Find754-321-7200Provides resources, screening, and referral for children, 0-22 years at risk of developing special needs and not receiving educational services. Provides case management, independent living and adoption services, and subcontracts with social service agencies to provide child welfare services including family preservation and strengthening, residential group and shelter care and foster home management.CINS/FINS PROVIDER AGENCIES954-486-4222Through the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice and local social service agencies provide help to children and their families to reduce or stop behaviors that may otherwise require families to go to court as last resort. Special Notice: If you require Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations to participate in any ChildNet event or activity, please notify Krista Beekmann, Single Point of Contact, by phone at 954-414-6000 or by email at kbeekmann@childnet.us, within at least seven (7) days of the event. 2019 pick up a new copy of Connections at the MHA office. These goals are accomplished with intensive, home-based family support services. Family Resource Center Provides neighborhood-based support services including child care assistance to qualified families within the specified boundary of Fort Lauderdale, and a food pantry on Thursdays. Callers in crisis should call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency room. Offers specialized mentor programs for youth 13-21 years in protective custody and transitioning out of foster care, and children who have one or both parent(s) incarcerated. At each center, there is at least one trained mentor who provides small group education to fathers, counseling and material assistance. This program can only be utilized once in a life span by each consumer. Treatment services include case management, nursing/medical care, psychosocial rehabilitation, outpatient treatment, psychiatric evaluations, medication monitoring, supported employment services, residential supported housing and Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF). New Vision Community Development Corporation Offers certified HUD housing counseling to first-time home buyers. No Fee Spanish, Creole M-F: 8:00am - 5:00pm. Help Me Grow 954-537-0211Provides 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.Teen Hotline 954-567-8336www.teenspace211.orgProvides information, referral, crisis intervention, and non-judgmental listening services for youth, to help them with issues of adolescent and young adulthood. Services
Identification of head of household and/or person attending the interview (photo I.D. Evidenced-based and court-approved individual and group training, for moderate to high conflict divorced couples and parents living in separate households, to reduce parental conflict and risk factors that influence the child's post-divorce adjustment. For more information, contact Housing Choice Voucher Special Purpose Voucher Program Manager Sarah Birkebak, Sarah.Birkebak@seattlehousing.org or 206.819.2065. Clients must be pre-qualified before an appointment can be given. Offers developmental screenings for children whose families participate in the school readiness program.FAMILY CENTRAL 954-720-1000 840 SW 81st Avenue N. Lauderdale, FL 33068www.familycentral.orgSliding Scale Spanish, Creole M-F: 8:00am - 6:00pmConnects families with childcare resources and provides community-based parenting classes and in-home parenting education.FLORIDA INITIATIVE FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION (F.I.S.P.) A financial coach is available at each location to work one-on-one with residents to help develop individualized financial goals and foster good financial management practices. six months, Adult 18 and older must present a government
Provides information and referral to the public and private community. reunify customers with their family or supportive friend. WOMEN IN DISTRESS 954-760-9800 Hotline: 954-761-1133 PO Box 50187,Lighthouse Point, FL 33074www.womenindistress.orgNo Fee Telephone for Hearing Impaired Spanish, Creole, Language Line assistance available M-Th: 9:00am - 9:00pm; F: 9:00am - 6:00pm;Shelter: 24/7Operates a 24-hour domestic violence crisis line and emergency shelter. Offers resources and education for the prevention of mental illness and the promotion of mental health, and advocacy for and empowerment of people with behavioral illness.ConnectionsProvides a comprehensive guide to social services in Broward County. Also offers adult day and residential programs and employment for adults and childrenABLE (Alternative Behavioral Learning Environment)Provides after-school care for youth, 3-21 years with developmental disabilities and behavior issues that prevent participation in other available programs. Family Resource Center Provides neighborhood-based support services including child care assistance to qualified families within the specified boundary of Fort Lauderdale, and a food pantry on ThursdaysSUNSERVE 954-764-5150 2312 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305www.sunserve.orgProvides outpatient mental health treatment, education and outreach services that are targeted to especially benefit the GLBT community including programs specifically for youth, adults and older adults. Youth development programs provide skills to excel academically and avoid at-risk behavior. Insurance, Medicare, Sliding Scale Hebrew M: 9:00am - 7:00pm; Tu & Th: 9:00am - 9:00pm; W: 9:00am - 5:00pm; F: 8:00am - 4:00pm. HOPE WOMEN'S CENTERS 954-372-7089 991 SW 71st Avenue, N. Lauderdale, FL 33068www.thereishope.orgNo Fee M-Th: 9:00am - 5:00pm; F: 9:00am - 1:00pmProvides confidential pregnancy testing, options counseling, limited obstetric ultrasounds, referrals, and STI testing.Fort Lauderdale Center 954-568-2616840 E. Oakland Park Blvd, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33334 M-Th: 9:00am - 5:00pm; F: 9:00am - 1:00pmDavie Center 954-452-94592261 S. University Drive, Davie, FL 33328 M-F: 9:00am - 5:00pm; Sat: 9:00am - 1:00pmNorth Lauderdale Center 954-726-7464943 SW 71st Avenue, N. Lauderdale, FL 33068 M-Th: 9:00am - 5:00pm; F: 9:00am - 1:00pmJEWISH ADOPTION & FOSTER CARE OPTIONS (JAFCO) 954-749-7230 4200 N. University Drive, Sunrise, FL 33351www.jafco.orgNo Fee M-F: 9:00am - 5:00pm Emergency Shelter 24/7Provides services for at-risk children and their families including adoption program, foster care, group homes, case management for family preservation and developmental disabilities program.