SPECIAL POPULATIONS
CHILDREN
CHILD ABUSE & SUPPORT
ASSISTANCE HOT LINES:
CHILD ABUSE HOT LINE 800-962-2873
To report child abuse 24 hours a day
CHILD FIND 800-426-5678
CHILDREN’S MEDICAL SERVICES 954-713-3100
DEPT. OF CHILDREN & FAMILIES 954-467-4298
DEPT. OF JUVENILE JUSTICE 954-467-4381
FEED THE CHILDREN 800-627-4556
FAMILY HEALTH LINE 800-451-2229
Information and assistance for pregnant women and their newborn infants.
FAMILY NETWORK ON DISABILITIES 800-825-5736
HUGS FOR KIDS 954-934-0900
Child abuse prevention effort
CHILDREN’S HARBOR 954-252-3072
RESIDENTIAL GROUP HOME
19421 SW 58th Manor
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33332
www.childrensharbor.org
Sp, Fr, Cr, Mcd
24-hour care and supervision for pregnant and/or parenting teens and their
infants. The goal is to transition the teen and her child into a stable living
environment by the baby’s 2nd birthday.
KIDS IN DISTRESS 954-390-7654
819 NE 26th Street
Wilton Manors, FL 33305
www.kidsindistress.org
Provides preventive, therapeutic shelter, group home, foster care and
therapeutic pre-school services to children and families who are at-risk,
abused or neglected, or developmentally delayed. Most referrals for the
shelters, group homes and foster care are from the Dept. of Children and
Families. Referrals are accepted from the community for all other services.
CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH:
AGENCY FOR COMMUNITY 954-598-0617
TREATMENT SERVICES
1048 NE 3rd Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304
www.actsfl.org
Provides mental health and substance abuse services for girls 13-18 years.
AMERICAN THERAPEUTIC CORP. 954-938-0919
1001 W. Commercial Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
www.americantherapeuticcorp.com
Sp, Cr, Italian, TDD, SS, PP, Ins, Mcr, Mcd
Provides family, couples and individuals with counseling, mediation,
parent coordination, co-parenting, supervised visitation, psychiatric,
psychological evaluation, substance abuse services, child behavioral
health assessments, screenings, testing, evaluations and referrals.
BROWARD COUNTY SCHOOLS 754-322-3153
FAMILY COUNSELING
www.browardschools.com
Sp, Cr
Free counseling for any family residing in Broward County with a child of
school age enrolled in a Broward County School. Located in 14 schools
throughout the county. Short-term (8-12 sessions) family counseling
including school related problems, mild depression, family communication,
adjustment to significant family changes, interpersonal difficulties, and
minor substance abuse.
BROWARD FAMILY CENTER 954-486-4222
4675 N. State Road 7
Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319
Sp, Fr, Cr, NF 12-week program
Family, group and individual counseling for out-of-control teens, 11 - 17
years, and their families.
CAMELOT COMMUNITY CARE 954-958-0988
1925 S. Perimeter Road, #120
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
Sp, Cr, Portuguese, SS, Ins, Mcd
Community based continuum of care for children 0 - 21 years (and youth
involved with juvenile justice) in need of intensive in-home services and/or
therapeutic foster care and SED children and children in need of
permanency.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES 866-758-0025
Offers parent and child counseling on a sliding scale at various locations.
CHILDREN’S DIAGNOSTIC 954-728-8080
AND TREATMENT CENTER
1401 S. Federal Highway
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
Sp, Fr, Cr, Translation services upon request, SS, Mcr, Mcd
Provides comprehensive primary and specialty medical care, early
intervention evaluations and therapies for children under 3 years, and
extensive home-based programming and family support services for
children and youth with developmental delays, disabilities and chronic
illnesses.
CHILDREN’S HARBOR 954-392-5689
19425 SW 58th Manor
Pembroke Pines, FL 33332
www.childrensharbor.org
Sp, SS, Mcr, Mcd
Intensive in-home counseling and case management to ensure the
immediate and long-term protection of children’s permanency, safety
and well-being, and to prevent abuse and neglect. Referrals by Broward
Sheriff’s Office, Dept. of Children & Families and ChildNet. Psychiatric
evaluations and follow-up medical services (in office) also available.
Weekly individual and family therapy, in the office and at selected Broward
schools for children with mental health, behavioral and emotional issues.
FAMILY CENTRAL 954-720-1000
840 SW 81st Avenue
N. Lauderdale, FL 33068
Sp, Cr, SS
Connects families with childcare resources. Community based parenting
classes and in-home parenting.
FAMILY VOICES FOR 954-746-2055
FAMILY CHOICES
7145 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Lauderhill, FL 33313-1012
www.mhabroward.org
Sp, NF
New organization providing outreach and support for families of children
diagnosed with or at risk of emotional disabilities. Volunteer opportunities,
family support partners for clients engaged in wraparound services,
resources, referrals and advocacy.
FISH 954-746-2055
(Families Invested in Support and Health)
7145 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Lauderhill, FL 33313-1012
www.mhabroward.org
Sp, NF
Offers support to families of children exhibiting behaviors associated with
mental illness who receive services at SED centers, or who may be at risk
of such need. Services include support groups, in-home and group parent
training, peer mentoring and advocacy training.
FRIENDS OF CHILDREN 954-578-8399
7272 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Lauderhill, FL 33313
www.friendsofchildren.net
Sp, Cr, SS, Mcd
Children’s counseling, psychiatrist and case management. Support for
grandparents raising 2nd generation.
GIRLS CAN 954-201-2398
Broward Community College (BCC) North
1000 Coconut Creek Blvd.
Coconut Creek, FL 33066
Sp, NF
Program for adolescent girls 13 - 17 years, focusing on self-esteem,
assessing interests, educational goals and dealing with psychosocial
problems. This 6-week consecutive Saturday program includes self-image,
communications skills, healthy relationships and a ropes challenge.
HEALTHY MOTHERS/ 954-765-0550
HEALTHY BABIES
P.O. Box 350446
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33315
www.hmhbbroward.org
Sp, Fr, Cr, NF
Care coordination, case management and education services provided to
at-risk pregnant and parenting women and teens.
HENDERSON MHC YOUTH 954-677-3113
& FAMILY SERVICES x2142
4720 N. State Road 7
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33319
www.hendersonmhc.org
In-home and in-school counseling, outpatient individual, family and group
therapy, parenting skills, after-school program, co-occurring disorders,
crisis counseling, psychiatric evaluation and medication management, and
case management for children under 18 years with behavioral or emotional
problems.
MEDI-NURSE BEHAVIORAL 954-484-0051
SOLUTIONS
2800 W. Oakland Park Blvd., #208
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
Sp, Cr, Portuguese, SS, Mcd
Provides in-home and outpatient therapy services, in-home or in-school
behavioral tech services, and outpatient psychiatric services for youth
6 - 17 years.
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 954-987-2020
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
3501 Johnson Street
Hollywood FL 33021
www.mhs.net
Sp, SS, PP, Ins, Mcr, Mcd
Child and Adolescent Inpatient Unit 954-985-5971
Inpatient services for children, 3 - 18 years, with behavioral health or
substance abuse issues.
STEPS 954-442-1316
(Success To Effective Problem Solving)
18221 Pines Blvd.
Pembroke Pines, FL 33029
Sp, Ins, Mcd
Day treatment program provides intensive, structured outpatient
services for adolescents (grade level 9 or above, up to 17 years)
experiencing mental health issues, co-occurring disorder, substance
abuse, behavioral problems or family difficulties. Provides individual,
group and family therapy, schooling and parent education. Staff
psychiatrist provides psychiatric care and medication management.
Conducts urine toxicology screens. Referrals accepted from schools,
legal system, other agencies and self-referrals.
NEW DIRECTION INSTITUTE 954-748-8444
6730 W. Commercial Blvd.
Lauderhill, FL 33319
Sp, Fr, Cr, SS, Mcd
Services include crisis care on site and in-home, substance abuse
counseling, psychiatric services and prevention services for children
and families.
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY 954-262-5730
3301 College Avenue
Davie, FL 33314
www.nova.edu
SS, Ins
Psychotherapy, individual and family, for children 3 - 18 years. Intensive
psychotherapy for older adolescents.
P.E.P.S. 954-746-2055
(PARENT EDUCATION / PARENT SUPPORT)
7145 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Lauderhill, FL 33313-1012
www.mhabroward.org
Some fees may apply
Parent education classes and parent support groups including specialized
tracks for parents of infants - 2 years, 2 - 12 years, and parents of teens.
Special needs services available for families with unique circumstances.
Extended PEPS services available to Child Net and court referred clients.
Course certificate accepted by DCF, Child Net and the Courts. Offers
supervised visits and cooperative parenting and divorce education.
ACT - Act Against Violence
Offers violence prevention training for parents and community leaders.
Eight-session course provides a broad range of skills. Program is
designed for families of children through age 8, but content is useful
for all age groups. Train the trainer opportunities available.
Some fees or material costs may apply.
Co-Parenting & Divorce
Individual and/or group sessions for divorced or separated parents
who are faced with the challenge of co-parenting.
Fee-based service. Scholarships available to Child Net referrals.
PARENTS INFORMATION 954-785-8285
AND RESOURCE CENTER
817 N. Dixie Highway
Pompano Beach, FL 33060
www.pirc.org
Sp, Fr, Cr, SS, Ins, Mcr, Mcd
Provides mental health services including counseling, medication, social
rehabilitation, parenting classes, substance abuse services, anger
management classes and additional support services.
SMITH COMMUNITY MENTAL 954-321-2296
HEALTH CENTER
601 S. State Road 7
Plantation, FL 33317
www.smithcmh.com
Sp, Cr, SS, Mcd
Day treatment, in-home therapy and outpatient programs including
psychiatric assessment, medication management, and individual and
family counseling. Therapeutic after-school and therapeutic respite
programs for children 5 - 13 years.
BROWARD COUNTY SCHOOLS 754-321-2568
PROJECT B.L.A.S.T
600 SE 3rd Avenue, 7th Floor
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.browardprevention.org
Sp, Fr, Cr, Portuguese, Nigerian, NF
Building Lasting Attitudes and Strategies for Tomorrow Prevention Program
is a comprehensive family-counseling program that offers free, short-term
prevention counseling to parents and families, emphasizing violence and
substance abuse prevention. Services are provided to any family who
resides in Broward County and has children in Broward County schools,
grades K-12.
CONNECTIONS FOR KIDS 954-746-2055
Mental Health Association of Broward County
7145 W Oakland Park Blvd.
Lauderhill, FL 33313-1012
www.mhabroward.org
A guidebook to behavioral health resources and services for Broward
children and families.
MEMORIAL REGIONAL HOSPITAL 954-985-7000 x241
COMMUNITY YOUTH SERVICES
7031 Taft Street
Hollywood, FL 33024
www.mhs.net
Sp, Cr, NF
School and community based prevention, intervention and treatment
services.
MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION 954-746-2055
OF BROWARD COUNTY
7145 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Lauderhill, FL 33313-1012
www.mhabroward.org
“Listen to Children” - a mentoring program in elementary and middle
schools. Volunter opportunities.
“I’m Thumbody” - a self-esteem program presented in 2nd grade
classrooms and community sites, in partnership with the Broward public
school system. Volunteer opportunities.
Family Support Partners - direct service to families of youth engaged in
wraparound. Access is by community referral or through the MHA FISH
program.
THE STARTING PLACE 954-925-2225
2057 Coolidge Street
Hollywood, FL 33020
www.startingplace.org
Sp, Cr, Portuguese, SS, Mcd
Programs for youth 5 - 18 years exhibiting at-risk behaviors and/or
substance abuse. Individual and family in-home counseling for residents
of Hollywood, Miramar, and Ft. Lauderdale. Psychosocial assessment,
walk-in drug screens, residential program for youth 13 - 17 years and
outpatient program for youth 12 years to adult. Free adolescent substance
abuse assessments at Juvenile Intervention Facility. Adults only in
outpatient treatment.
URBAN LEAGUE OF BROWARD CO. 954-584-0777
11 NW 36th Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
www.campaignforchange.org
Sp, Fr, Cr, NF
Majority of programs targeted to 33311 zip code and serve at-risk youth,
stressing crime, substance abuse and teenage pregnancy prevention.
After-school programming, youth employment and training, counseling,
referrals, and family support services offered.
CHILDREN'S RUNAWAYS/HOMELESS:
COVENANT HOUSE 954-561-5559
733 Breakers Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304
www.covenanthousefl.org
Sp, Fr, Cr, Portuguese, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, NF
7 Days: 24 Hours
Emergency and transitional shelter and services for runaway/homeless
youth under 21 years who voluntarily seek help. On-site services include
case management, individual, group and family counseling, therapy,
health clinic, substance abuse treatment, middle/high school, parenting
education, and employment assistance. Outreach workers travel
throughout Broward seeking homeless youths and linking them to
shelter and other needed services.
LIPPMAN FAMILY CENTER 954-568-2801
221 NW 43rd Court
Oakland Park, FL 33309
www.lsfnet.org
Sp, Cr, NF
Residential shelter services for in-crisis or runaway teens 11 - 17 years.
Counseling provided to teens and their families in the shelter.
CHILDREN'S SEXUAL OFFENDERS:
CHRYSALIS CENTER 954-587-1008
3521 W. Broward Blvd., 3rd Floor
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
www.chrysaliscenter.org
Sp, Fr, Cr, Portuguese, Greek, SS, PP, Ins, Mcd
Provides in-home counseling, psychiatric services, individual and group
therapy for children in Broward, Dade and Palm Beach Counties.
Assessment and therapeutic group home services for boys age 13 - 18
years, with problematic sexual behavior.
SEXUAL ASSAULT 954-765-4159
TREATMENT CENTER
400 NE 4th Street
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.broward.org/sexualassault
Sp, Fr, Cr
Sexual Assault/Abuse Counseling
Mon-Fri: 9:00AM - 8:30PM; Sat: Some hours vary
Individual, family and group counseling for child and adult victims of
sexual assault and/or sexual abuse.
Crisis Intake Unit
7 Days: 24 Hours
Forensic and medical examinations and interviews. Crisis counseling
and victim advocacy. DCF and law enforcement contacted when victim
is a child.
CHILDREN'S SUBSTANCE ABUSE:
AMERICAN THERAPEUTIC CORP. 954-938-0919
1001 W. Commercial Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309
www.americantherapeuticcorp.com
Sp, Cr, TDD, SS, PP, Ins, Mcr, Mcd
Partial hospitalization substance abuse program through Drug Court.
Offers dual diagnosis track.
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY 954-262-5730
3301 College Avenue
Davie, FL 33314
www.nova.edu
SS, Ins
ADAPT (Adolescent Drug Abuse Prevention & Treatment
Provides early intervention treatment services for adolescents who
commit first-time misdemeanors, those identified at-risk for
