ADULT EDUCATION ADULT EDUCATION AND DROP OUT PREVENTION Services: Nassau County Adult Education offers GED Prep classes at four locations on a flexible schedule. For current class and testing schedules, check out the links on the following website: http://www.edline.net/pages/Nassau_County_School_District/Department/Adult_Education For additional information, contact (904) 548-1750 EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION DIAL 9-1-1 FOR ALL EMERGENCIES NASSAU COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES www.nassaucountyfl.com/index.aspx?nid=370 77150 Citizen's Circle Yulee, FL 32097 Phone: (904) 548-4980 Toll free: 1-800-958-3494 Fax: (904) 548-9335 Info: ncem@nassaucountyfl.com Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Offers information related to disaster and emergency preparedness. Offers tips for being prepared, weather updates, evacuation routes, emergency shelter information, and more. CONTACT INFORMATION-FIRE DEPARTMENT/SHERIFF’S OFFICE/POLICE DEPT BRYCEVILLE (9-1-1) Fire (904) 266-2452 Sheriff: (904) 353-7072 CALLAHAN (9-1-1) Fire (904) 879-3577 Sheriff: (904) 879-3853 FERNANDINA BEACH (9-1-1) Fire: (904) 277-7331 Address: 1525 Lime St., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Police Dept: (904) 277-7342 HILLIARD (9-1-1) Fire: (904) 845-3555 Sheriff: (904) 845-7089 YULEE (9-1-1) Fire: (904) 491-7525 Sheriff: (904) 548-4018 CHILDCARE/PRESCHOOL EPISCOPAL CHILDREN’S SERVICES www.ecs4kids.org Nassau County Office c/o Worksource 96042 Lofton Square Court Yulee, FL. 32097 Phone: (904) 491-3638 Fax: (904) 277-7219 Office hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Walk-in hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00am-11:00am Services: Child Care Resource and Referral Program-provides information about childcare providers (school­based, church affiliated, special needs care, weekend care, before and after school programs, and summer camps). Information is obtained by calling the office, visiting in person, or via website. To register your child for VPK (Voluntary Pre-K), apply online at https://spe.schoolreadiness.org/pe/ or call the Nassau County Office. CLOTHING ASSISTANCE BARNABAS CENTER www.barnabascenterinc.org Main Office 11 South 11th Street Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Phone: (904) 261-7000 Toll free: 1-888-277-1986 Fax: (904) 277-2984 Info: BarnabasCenter@comcast.net Hours: Monday: 1:00pm -4:00pm (phones open at 10:00am) Tuesday -Thursday: 10:00am -3:00pm (Appointments are required) Services: Clothing/Furnishings (referral to “New to You” Resale Store for qualified clients) Eligibility: Must have an appointment, show proof of Nassau County residency, proof of income and social security cards for all family members, and confirm changes in situation that require assistance. “New to You” Resale Store Phone: (904) 321-2334 930 South 14th Street Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Hours: Monday -Friday 9:30am-5pm Saturdays 10:00am-4:00pm Services: Provides donated clothing, furniture, appliances, jewelry, and sporting equipment. Must have referral from Main Office. GOODWILL www.goodwilljax.org 474282 State Rd 200 Phone: (904) 321-0086 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00am-7:00pm Sundays 11:00am-5:00pm Services: Provides gently used clothing, furniture, and household items. HUBBARD HOUSE THRIFT STORE 6629 Beach Boulevard Phone: (904) 400-6333 Jacksonville, FL 32216 Fax: (904) 855-4026 Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm Services: Provides clothing, household items, and furniture to persons and clients of Hubbard House Outreach Center. SALVATION ARMY HOPE HOUSE 410 S 9th Street Phone: (904) 321-0435 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-3623 Fax: (904) 277-8019 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm (closed 12:00-1:00) Clothes Closet Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 10:00am-4:00pm (closed 12:00-1:00) Services: Provides free emergency clothing to anyone in need. THE PURPLE DOVE RESALE CENTER (MICAH’S PLACE) www.micahsplace.org/getinvolved/resalecenter.html Eight Flags Shopping Center Phone: (904) 261-5227 14th Street Fax: (904) 491-6362 Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 Info: executivedirector@micahsplace.org Hours: Monday -Friday 10:00am to 5:00pm Saturdays -9:00 am to 5:00pm Services: Provides gently used furniture, household items, and ladies clothing. Items created by survivors of domestic violence available on consignment. Information about domestic violence services in Nassau County available. Micah’s Place participants eligible for free items (referral needed). CRISIS SERVICES CHILD ABUSE HOTLINE Report child abuse in Florida: 1-800-962-2873 CHILD ADVOCATE RAPID RESPONSE TEAM C.A.R.R.T. Nassau County Full Service School Phone: (904) 277-9063 86207 Felmor Road Fax: (904) 225-8521 Yulee, FL 32097-5303 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Provides support for children who are either a victim of a crime or have witnessed a crime. Assistance includes crisis intervention, emotional support, criminal justice information, court support, and emergency assistance. Assistance is provided at various locations, including the child’s school and home. DAY DROP-IN CENTER (DDC) OF NASSAU COUNTY www.clicked.com/coalition Fernandina Beach Church of Christ Building (facing 14th St) For info, contact the Coalition for the Homeless: 1005 South 14th Street (904) 556-2496 Mission Statement: To provide a safe, compassionate and supportive environment in which people who are experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of homelessness are welcome and able to access appropriate facilities, services, and resources. Sponsoring Organization: The Coalition for the Homeless of Nassau County in partnership with other local agencies and organizations with the participation of local volunteers Hours: The center will be open from 10am -2pm, twice per week. Services: include, but are not limited to, the following; • Respite from the heat/cold • Access to snacks and water • Access to toilet facilities • Access to hot showers and laundry facilities • An address/phone number and place to receive mail and store important documents securely • Assisted access to telephones and computers for the purpose of researching, applying for and acquiring identification, benefits, appropriate assistance, and/or employment • Access to information regarding available community, state, and federal services • Referrals to local service providers • First-level medical checkups for blood pressure and sugar level • Access to caring, concerned volunteers who are skilled at listening to the needs of clients and able to discern how best to meet those needs DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES www.dcf.state.fl.us 463688 State Road 200 # 3 Phone: (904) 548-9300 Yulee, FL 32097-0301 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Investigates child abuse cases and provides referrals FLORIDA COMMUNITY PREVENTION CENTER (Formerly Healing Balm of Northeast Florida) http://www.floridacommunityprevention.com/ Main Office in Yulee: 96098 Victoria’s Place Phone: (904) 321-4097 Yulee, FL 32097 Toll free: 1-866-366-8990 (Located across from Chick Filet and Yulee Walmart on State Rd 200) Fax: (904) 321-5668 Jacksonville Office (Operation New Hope) 40 East State Street, Suite B Jacksonville, FL 32202 Located on corner of Ocean and State Street) Phone: (904) 353-2508 Fax: (904) 353-2588 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm By appointment only on Saturday and Sunday. Services: Provides substance abuse education and awareness, community development capacity building, sexual assault counseling, community health forums including anger management, health training and seminars, youth counseling. NOTE: Most services open and free to public. Also offers physicals and access to other medical and health services. Free confidential HIV/AIDS testing site is open to all. By appointment on Saturday and Sunday. Eligibility: Accepts Medicaid and accepts others based upon sliding scale fee. FLORIDA SUICIDE AND CRISIS HOTLINE www.suicidehotlines.com/florida.html Phone: (904) 632-0600 Toll free: 1-800-346-6185 United Way 211 Services: Provides suicide and crisis counseling over the phone. GUARDIAN AD LITEM www.guardianadlitem.org Fourth Judicial Circuit Phone: (904) 630-1200 220 E. Bay Street 6th Floor Fax: (904) 630-0757 Jacksonville, Florida 32202 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Provides legal help for abused and neglected children by working with volunteers and pro bono attorneys. HUBBARD HOUSE OUTREACH CENTER www.hubbardhouse.org P.O. Box 4909 Admin: (904) 354-0076 Jacksonville, FL 32201 24 hour Toll free: 1-800-500-1119 24 hour hotline: (904) 354-3114 Info: hubbardhouse@hubbardhouse.org Services: Provides temporary housing for male and female victims of domestic violence. 24 hour staff provides physical and emotional support. Other services include individual and group counseling for adults and children, comprehensive victim advocacy, licensed therapeutic child care, and before-and after-school care for school-aged children. Eligibility: Must be a victim of domestic violence. MICAH’S PLACE www.micahsplace.org P. O. Box 16287 Admin: (904) 491-6364 Fernandina Beach, FL 32035 Fax: (904) 491-6362 24 hour hotline: (907) 225-9979 24 hour hotline: 1-800-500-1119 Info: executivedirector@micahsplace.org Services: Provides prevention and intervention services to victims of domestic violence. Offers a safe and confidential shelter, advocacy, 24-hour hotline, counseling, legal services (includes injunction for protection), and support groups. Eligibility: Must be a victim of domestic violence. NOTE: Although Micah’s Place only houses women and children, men are also helped and referred to a shelter that houses men (closest: Hubbard House in Duval County-check under “Services in Jacksonville” for more information). United Way’s 211 Help Line 211 is an information line and suicide/crisis intervention line Phone: Call 211 from any land line or cell phone Services: Operators provide referrals and information on various topics. Provides the following services: medical & health services, mental health and substance abuse services, food, shelter & clothing, support groups, information about emergencies, such as hurricane shelter locations, services for people with disabilities, HIV/AIDS info and testing, RealSense locations for tax preparation and savings plans, adult, child, and family services, help for victims of abuse or crime, financial assistance, problem-solving for people unsure of their needs. Eligibility: It is free and open to all. VICTIM SERVICES ADVOCATE www.nassaucountysheriff.com 76001 Bobby Moore Circle Victim Advocate Phone: (904) 548-4099 Yulee, FL 32097 After hours: call Sheriff’s office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (on call 24 hours) Services: Advocate provides assistance for victims and witnesses of crimes. The advocate addresses physical and psychological well-being by providing crisis intervention, emotional support, criminal justice information, court support, and emergency assistance. DENTAL SERVICES BARNABAS CENTER www.barnabascenterinc.org Dental Clinic Phone: (904) 261-9988 1886 South 14th Street, Suite 1 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Hours: Tuesday – Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm Services: Includes, exams, fillings, x-rays, extractions, dentures, emergency visits, and cleanings. Eligibility: Must be at least 21 years old, Nassau County resident, have social security card for every member of family, proof of income, and Medicaid card if applicable. Photo ID required. NASSAU COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT www.nassaucountyhealth.org Services: Serves children ages 1-20 and adults. Wide range of services provided. NOTE: No restorative work on 1-2 year olds. Proper child oral hygiene education given to parents during visit. Eligibility: Child must be on state insurance (i.e. Medicaid, Healthy Kids) or self-paid. Limited services for adults based upon specific programs. Referrals available for uninsured. Hilliard Clinic Phone: (904) 845-4761 37203 Pecan Street Fax: (904) 845-4076 PO Box 595 Hilliard, FL 32046 Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 8:00am-4:30pm (closed daily 12:00-1:00) Nassau County Full Service School Phone: (904) 548-1849 86207 Felmor Road Fax: (904) 225-8520 Yulee, FL 32097-5303 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm ELDER SERVICES COUNCIL ON AGING www.seniorcenteramelia.com Services: Provides Adult Day Healthcare (NOT provided at Westside Senior Center), Meals on Wheels, and In-home services including minor house maintenance and repair, respite care, and personal care. Eligibility: Must be age 60+, and must call a senior center to speak to a case worker. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Eastside Senior Center Phone: (904) 261-0701 1367 South 18th Street Fax: (904) 261-0704 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Westside Senior Center Phone: (904) 845-3331 37002 Ingham Road Fax (904) 845-4491 Hilliard, FL 32046 ELDERSOURCE www.myeldersource.org 4160 Woodcock Drive 2nd floor Phone: 904-391-6699 Jacksonville, FL 32207 Toll free: 1-888-242-4464 Fax: 904-391-6601 Info: information@myeldersource.org Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-6:30pm Services: Elders, caregivers, and the general public can obtain information, referrals, and assistance relating to aging issues. Includes in-home, senior center and community services; caregiver support; information and education; health insurance counseling; transportation; legal; nutrition programs; SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders); and more. EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE DAY DROP-IN CENTER (DDC) OF NASSAU COUNTY www.clicked.com/coalition th Fernandina Beach Church of Christ Building (facing S. 14 St) For info, contact the Coalition for the Homeless: 1005 South 14th Street (904) 556-2496 Mission Statement: To provide a safe, compassionate and supportive environment in which people who are experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of homelessness are welcome and able to access appropriate facilities, services, and resources. Sponsoring Organization: The Coalition for the Homeless of Nassau County in partnership with other local agencies and organizations with the participation of local volunteers Hours: The center will be open from 10am -2pm, twice per week. Go to next page for a list of services! Services: include, but are not limited to, the following; • Respite from the heat/cold • Access to snacks and water • Access to toilet facilities • Access to hot showers and laundry facilities • An address/phone number and place to receive mail and store important documents securely • Assisted access to telephones and computers for the purpose of researching, applying for and acquiring identification, benefits, appropriate assistance, and/or employment • Access to information regarding available community, state, and federal services • Referrals to local service providers • First-level medical checkups for blood pressure and sugar level • Access to caring, concerned volunteers who are skilled at listening to the needs of clients and able to discern how best to meet those needs GOODWILL-JOB JUNCTION www.goodwilljax.org 6841 Blanding Blvd Phone: (904) 779-2894 Jacksonville, FL 32244 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Services: Free employment services to those seeking employment such as workshops (computer use, resume writing, soft skills), career counseling, on-site interviews with employers, career fairs, job listings, and Hello Line for those without a phone to contact and be contacted by employers for pre-employment purposes. Check website for more locations. ILRC OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA www.cilj.com 2709 Art Museum Drive Phone: (904) 327-0774 Jacksonville, FL 32207 Toll free: 1-888-427-4313 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Employment Services Department offers resume building classes, computer skills trainings, benefits planning, mock interviews, job placement, advocacy and money smart classes. The High School/High Tech (HS/HT) Program is a community-based partnership made up of students, parents and caregivers, businesses, educators, and rehabilitation professionals. The purpose is to provide high school students with all types of disabilities the opportunity to explore jobs and postsecondary education leading to technology-related careers. JOBCORPS jacksonville.jobcorps.gov 4811 Payne Stewart Drive Phone: (904) 360-8200 Jacksonville, FL 32209 Toll free: 1-800-733-5627 Fax: (904) 632-5498 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: No-cost academic and career technical training programs for individuals age 16-24. Academic training includes reading and math, independent living, employability skills, and GED/High School Diploma attainment. Career technical training is offered in various areas. Center provides allowance, housing, meals, and graduate benefits. Eligibility: Must be age 16-24, and be in a low income household (specified by the admissions counselor). Cannot have a criminal record, and if so, case needs to be closed at least one year. There are also suitability requirements that are based on an interview with an admissions counselor. NORTHEAST FLORIDA COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY www.nfcaa.net Jasmine Office Center Phone: (904) 261-0801 1303 Jasmine St, Suite 100 Fax: (904) 261-3188 Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 Info: contact@nfcaa.org Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Family Self Sufficiency Program (FSSP) provides employment, educational, and asset building services. Eligibility: Must be enrolled in FSSP Program. Must be “low-income” as specified by the federal government’s Poverty Guidelines. WORKSOURCE www.worksourcefl.com 96042 Lofton Square Court Phone: (904) 432-0009 Yulee, FL 32097 Fax: (904) 277-7219 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Provides education, training, and career services such as resume writing workshops, interviewing skills, and computer education. Works with local businesses who want to post job listings. Individuals can sign up for unemployment at this location. FOOD ASSISTANCE Fernandina Beach Church of Christ Phone: (904) 277-2517 1005 South 14th Street Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Provides quality food at very low cost. Food is purchased in advance with cash, credit card, or food stamps. Call to place an order and for pick-up information. This organization also provides a food pantry for those requiring emergency food assistance. Visit www.cocfb.org/app/ for more information. BARNABAS CENTER www.barnabascenterinc.org Main Office Phone: (904) 261-7000 Fax: (904) 277-2984 11 South 11th Street Toll free: 1-888-277-1986 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Info: BarnabasCenter@comcast.net Hours: Monday: 1:00pm -4:00pm (phones open at 10:00am) Tuesday -Thursday: 10:00am -3:00pm Services: Food pantry is available for those in crisis. Client may be eligible once every 30 days with proper documentation. Encouraged to apply for food stamps. Periodic “Mobile Food Pantry” distributions. For more information, contact Barnabas at 261-7000. Eligibility: Show proof of Nassau County residency Hilliard Satellite Office Phone: (904) 845-4999 15879 County Road 108 Hilliard, FL 32046 Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays: 10:00am-1:00pm Prefer appointments, but walk-ins accepted. Call FB location to schedule appointments. Services: Assists those with limited transportation by serving as a half-way point for those seeking services from Barnabas. Mainly for speaking with clients and collecting their information to be then transferred to the Main Office in Fernandina Beach. All info is processed at the Main Office. COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS http://www.clicked.com/coalition Mailing Address Phone: (904) 556-2496 P.O. Box 16123 Info: info@chnassau.com Fernandina Beach, FL 32035 The Coalition for the Homeless of Nassau County, Florida, brings together more than 100 agencies, organizations and individuals working together to prevent homelessness and improve conditions for those experiencing homelessness. Two following two Soup Kitchens are available through the Coalition for the Homeless: Fernandina Interfaith Dinner Network at Hope House/Salvation Army serves meals to anyone in need 4 nights per week; Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri. from 5 -7 pm Yulee Interfaith Dinner Network -Gracie's Kitchen -behind Old Yulee Middle School on US Hwy. 17 and Pages Dairy Rd serves 2 nights per week; Tues and Thurs, and the 2nd Monday (with the remaining Mondays forthcoming soon) from 5 -7 pm A Soup Train also delivers 2 healthy frozen meals per week to Seniors in need who have been identified in our county and are not being serviced by Meals on Wheels. Day Drop-in Center (DDC) of Nassau County www.clicked.com/coalition Fernandina Beach Church of Christ Building (facing S. 14th St) For info, contact the Coalition for the Homeless: 1005 South 14th Street (904) 556-2496 Fernandina Beach, FL Mission Statement: To provide a safe, compassionate and supportive environment in which people who are experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of homelessness are welcome and able to access appropriate facilities, services, and resources. Sponsoring Organization: The Coalition for the Homeless of Nassau County in partnership with other local agencies and organizations with the participation of local volunteers Hours: The center will be open from 10am -2pm, twice per week. Services: include, but are not limited to, the following; • Respite from the heat/cold • Access to snacks and water • Access to hot showers, toilet, and laundry facilities • An address/phone number and place to receive mail and store important documents securely • Assisted access to telephones and computers for the purpose of researching, applying for and acquiring identification, benefits, appropriate assistance, and/or employment • Access to information regarding available community, state, and federal services • Referrals to local service providers • First-level medical checkups for blood pressure and sugar level • Access to caring, concerned volunteers who are skilled at listening to the needs of clients and able to discern how best to meet those needs COUNCIL ON AGING www.seniorcenteramelia.com Eastside Senior Center Phone: (904) 261-0701 1367 South 18th Street Fax: (904) 261-0704 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Meals on Wheels provides nutritionally balanced meals for the elderly that are delivered to the individual’s home. Eligibility: Must be age 60+ and contact the senior center to speak to a case manager. THE FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (Formerly known as Food Stamps) www.dcf.state.fl.us/programs/access Department of Children and Families Phone: (904) 548-9305 463688 State Rd. 200 Yulee, Fl 32097 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Food Stamp Program helps low income individuals and families purchase food. The Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) Program provides short-term cash benefits to families with children under the age of 18, and pregnant women in their last trimester. Must apply online via www.myflorida.com/accessflorida. Can also visit the DCF office and register using their computers. Eligibility: Includes income, size of household, employment status, and special situations (i.e. pregnancy and disability). Eligibility form available online, but is only a screening tool. Even if individual is found to be ineligible, they may still complete an application for official review. Local community partner agencies help the Department of Children and Families provide access to public assistance services. Locations in our area where you may apply for Food Assistance, Cash or Medicaid: Partner Name Customers Served Address Sutton Place Behavioral Health, Inc. General Public 463142 SR 200 America's Youth, Inc. At Macedonia AME Church General Public 202 S 9th Street P.0. Box 6216 Barnabas Center Current Client Population 11 South 11th Street Council On Aging Of Nassau County Westside Senior Center Current Client Population 37002 Ingram Road Episcopal Children's Services -Yulee Current Client Population 96042 Lofton Square Housing Authority Of The City Of Fernandina Beach Current Client Population 1300 Hickory Street Just For The Love Of Jesus Ministries, Inc. General Public 45101 Blessed Way Life Care Center Of Hilliard Current Client Population 3756 W Third St New Zion Missionary Baptist Church General Public 10 S 10th St Northeast Florida Community Action Agency -Nassau County Current Client Population 1303 Jasmine St., Ste. 100 Quality Life Center Of Jacksonville General Public 941510 Old Nassauville Road GLEANERS DISPATCH www.gleanersdispatch.org Main Office Phone: (904) 777-6344 8207 103rd Street Fax: (904) 777-6362 Jacksonville, Florida 32210-6553 Info gleaners4u@bellsouth.net Services: Re-distributes free, fresh food during the week to anyone needing a meal. Main site is the Nassau County 4H Building in Callahan. NOTE: Not a food pantry or food bank. Call main number or check website for distribution days and times. GRAY GABLES CHURCH www.graygables.org 54031 Church Road Phone: 904-879-2986 Callahan, FL 32011 Fax: 904-879-1743 Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm Fridays 8:00am-1:00pm Services: CUP Ministry provides emergency non-perishable food. Eligibility: Must be a Nassau County resident. SALVATION ARMY HOPE HOUSE 410 S 9th Street Phone: (904) 321-0435 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-3623 Fax: (904) 277-8019 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm (closed 12:00-1:00) Food Pantry Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 10:00am-4:00pm (closed 12:00-1:00) Services: Food pantry provides emergency food to anyone in need. Interfaith Dinner Network (IDN) cooks and serves dinner to anyone needing a meal 4 nights a week (call for specific times). SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK OF NORTH FLORIDA www.wenourishhope.org 1502 Jessie Street Phone: (904) 353-3663 Jacksonville FL 32206 Fax: (904) 358-4281 Info: thale@lssjax.org Services: Works with local organizations to provide food to community members through various programs. Kids Café and the BackPack Program provide food for children by working with local youth agencies and schools. The Mobile Pantry provides food to needed neighborhoods at a pre-determined distribution point. WIC-WOMEN, INFANTS, AND CHILDREN www.nassaucountyhealth.org Services: Nutrition program for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding and their children birth to age 5. The following is provided: healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding education and classes, and referrals for health care, immunizations, and community services. Eligibility: Child must be age 5 or less, and family must be income eligible based on WIC Income Guidelines. Family does not have to be on public assistance to qualify for WIC. Callahan Clinic Phone: (904) 879-6377 45377 Mickler Street Fax: (904) 879-5250 PO Box 551 Callahan, FL 32011 Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm (closed daily from 12:00-1:00) Hilliard Clinic Phone: (904) 845-2660 37203 Pecan Street Fax: (904) 845-4076 PO Box 595 Hilliard, FL 32046 Hours: Wednesday 8:00am-4:00pm (closed daily from 12:00-1:00) Yulee Clinic Phone: (904) 548-1890 86014 Page’s Dairy Road Fax: (904) 225-0850 PO Box 1493 (32041-1493) Yulee, FL 32097 Hours: Monday -Thursdays 8:00am-4:00pm (closed daily from 12:00-1:00) GENERAL HEALTH AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY-NASSAU UNIT www.cancer.org 1430 Prudential Drive Phone: (904) 391-3644 Jacksonville, FL 32207 Toll free: 1-800-227-2345 Fax: (904) 270-0976 Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm Services: Offers cancer patients and survivors an array of products ranging from wigs, scarves, and turbans, to prosthetic products, free of charge. Additionally, the organization offers transportation to and from appointments, and access to information, support groups and programs to help cancer patients and their caregivers navigate the cancer journey. CW VISION INC 1925 South 14th Street Suite 4 Phone: (904) 572-4420 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Hours: 9am-12pm on Thursdays by appointment only! Services: Free vision checks for those who qualify. Eligibility: Must qualify within federal guidelines for income. Vouchers may be available through following places; Sutton Place, Samaratan Clinic, Heiken Program, Hope House, Salvation Army, Barnabas and local churches (Church of Christ). Or you may apply by filing out an eligibility packet from CW Vision. ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES www.nassaucountyhealth.org 96135 Nassau Place Suite B Phone: (904) 548-1830 Yulee, FL 32097 Phone: (904) 879-6606 Fax: (904) 277-7278 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Inspection of private wells and septic systems, beaches, limited food inspections (ex: lounges, bars), group home/care inspections, mobile homes and parks, fuel storage tanks, commercial swimming pools, biomedical facilities, and tanning salons. FLORIDA COMMUNITY PREVENTION CENTER (Formerly Healing Balm of Northeast Florida) http://www.floridacommunityprevention.com/ Main Office in Yulee: 96098 Victoria’s Place Phone: (904) 321-4097 Yulee, FL 32097 Toll free: 1-866-366-8990 (Located across from Chick Filet and Yulee Walmart on State Rd 200) Fax: (904) 321-5668 Jacksonville Office (Operation New Hope) 40 East State Street, Suite B Phone: (904) 353-2508 Jacksonville, FL 32202 Fax: (904) 353-2588 Located on corner of Ocean and State Street) Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm By appointment only on Saturday and Sunday. Services: Provides substance abuse education and awareness, community development capacity building, sexual assault counseling, community health forums including anger management, health training and seminars, youth counseling. NOTE: Most services open and free to public. Also offers physicals and access to other medical and health services. Free confidential HIV/AIDS testing site is open to all. By appointment on Saturday and Sunday. Eligibility: Accepts Medicaid and accepts others based upon sliding scale fee. FLORIDA QUITLINE floridaquitline.com Toll free: 1-877-U-CAN-NOW (1-877-822-6669) Services: Trained cessation counselors provide 24/7 smoking cessation counseling over the phone. Call to schedule an appointment. Counselor will help plan a personal cessation plan, and are available to offer tips and support whenever is needed. GERRI’S CORNER www. gerriscorner.com 601 Centre Street Phone: (904) 277-0099 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-3938 Info: gerriscorner@bellsouth.net Hours Monday-Friday 12:00pm-4:00pm Call to speak to someone regarding visits outside of business hours Services: Non-profit organization that provides information and products for those affected by all types of cancer. Visits are confidential and one-on-one. Individuals can receive products from head wraps to prosthesis free of charge. Family and friends are welcome and can receive information regarding support groups, reference materials, DVD’s, etc. HIV TESTING SITES FLORIDA COMMUNITY PREVENTION CENTER (Formerly Healing Balm of Northeast Florida) http://www.floridacommunityprevention.com/ Main Office in Yulee: 96098 Victoria’s Place Phone: (904) 321-4097 Yulee, FL 32097 Toll free: 1-866-366-8990 (Located across from Chick Filet and Yulee Wal-mart on State Rd 200) Fax: (904) 321-5668 Jacksonville Office (Operation New Hope) 40 East State Street, Suite B Phone: (904) 353-2508 Jacksonville, FL 32202 Fax: (904) 353-2588 Located on corner of Ocean and State Street) Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Free HIV testing during business hours. By appointments only on Saturday and Sunday. NASSAU ALCOHOL, CRIME, AND DRUG ABATEMENT COALITION (NACDAC) www.nacdac.org 435 Citrona Drive Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Phone: (904) 261-5713 x2616 Fax: (904) 277-7043 Services: This county coalition is a partnership of law enforcement, city and county government, faith-based, human service, educational and community-based organizations. NACDAC seeks to educate and communicate with the general public, community organizations and community-serving organizations that work with youth, to eliminate drug, tobacco and alcohol use while reducing associated criminal behavior. NASSAU COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT www.nassaucountyhealth.org Services: HIV and STD services available. No charge for treatment of STD contacts; there is a screening charge based on a sliding fee scale but no one is denied services based on inability to pay. HIV testing and counseling-a charge for anonymous test and sliding fee scale for confidential test. Will not deny service based on inability to pay. Limited case management available, however, individuals referred to Jacksonville clinics for care. Callahan Clinic Phone: (904) 879-2306 45377 Mickler Street Fax: (904) 879-5250 PO Box 551 Callahan, FL 32011 Hours: Mondays-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (closed daily 12:00-1:00pm) Fernandina Beach Clinic Phone: (904) 548-1860 1620 Nectarine Street Fax: (904) 277-7283 PO Box 517 (32035-0517) Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (closed daily 12:00-1:00pm) Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (closed daily 12:00-1:00pm) Yulee Clinic Phone: (904) 548-1880 86014 Page’s Dairy Road Fax: (904) 225-0850 PO Box 1493 (32041-1493) Yulee, FL 32097 Vital Statistics: Visit our main office at: 30 South 4th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Phone: (904) 548-1800 ext 5202 You Can Also: Mail a request to: Office of Vital Statistics Nassau County Health Dept. PO Box 517 Fernandina Beach, FL 32035 Fax a request to us at: ATTN: Vital Statistics (904) 277­7286 Administration SUTTON PLACE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH www.spbh.org 463142 SR 200 West Phone: (904) 225-8280 Yulee, Fl. 32097 Fax: (904) 225-8232 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Free HIV testing with appointment. TLC PREGNANCY CENTER 410 South 9th Street Phone: (904) 321-2008 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-3623 Info: tlcpc@att.net Hours: Monday-Thursday-hours vary Services: Provides education and services to pregnant women in Nassau County. Services include pregnancy test; confidential peer counseling; community referrals; information on pregnancy, abortion, abstinence, and adoption; help in preparing for pregnancy, birth, and parenting; Hope Program (earn points to receive baby items); and post-abortion healing groups. HEALTH INSURANCE FLORIDA KIDCARE www.floridakidcare.org Can apply by phone or online Toll free: 1-888-540-5437 Services: Programs-MediKids (ages 1-4), Healthy Kids (ages 5-18), Children’s Medical Services Network (birth to age 18 with special health care needs), and Medicaid (birth to age 18 with other insurance may still qualify). All programs cover doctor visits, check-ups, hospital, surgery, prescriptions, emergencies, vision/hearing, dental, and mental health. Eligibility: Child must be under age 19, be uninsured, meet income requirements, be a US citizen or qualified non-citizen, not be eligible for Medicaid, not be the dependant of a state employee eligible for health insurance, and not be in a public institution. FLORIDA MEDICAID www.dcf.state.fl.us/programs/access Department of Children and Families Phone: (904) 548-9305 Nassau County Service Center 463688 State Rd. 200 Yulee, Fl 32097 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Provides medical coverage to low income individuals and families. Must apply online via www.myflorida.com/accessflorida. Can also visit the DCF office and register using their computers. Eligibility: Based on various factors such as income, family size, special circumstances (pregnancy, disability, etc.), and whether family/individual carries other forms of insurance MEDICARE www.medicare.gov Toll free: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) Services: Health insurance for individuals age 65+, under age 65 with certain disabilities, and any age with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Medicare offers various plans and options. Eligibility: Determined by a series of questions that can be found online or by calling the listed number. NOTE: Social security information is required; however, if you do not have a social security number due to various reasons (lost card, citizenship, etc.), call the Social Security office at 1-800-772-1213 for Medicare enrollment and eligibility. SERVING HEALTH INSURANCE NEEDS OF ELDERS (S.H.I.N.E.) www.floridashine.org ElderSource Phone: 904-391-6699 4160 Woodcock Drive 2nd floor Toll free: 1-888-242-4464 Jacksonville, FL 32207 Fax: 904-391-6601 Info: information@myeldersource.org Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-6:30pm Services: Florida’s insurance assistance program for elderly individuals. Provides insurance counseling and educational materials to elders, caregivers, and family members. Assists individuals in receiving health insurance coverage. ElderSource is the local counseling center for SHINE program. Various locations throughout Duval County, but must contact ElderSource for a listing and to make an appointment at these locations. HOSPICE COMMUNITY HOSPICE OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA www.communityhospice.com 96084 Victoria's Place Phone: (904) 225-0411 Yulee, FL 32097 Fax: (904) 225-0873 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Provides specialized end-of-life care for adults and children, and support services for family members. Services provided at home, long-term care facilities, hospitals, and 4 inpatient facilities (located in Jacksonville). Services provided: pain management; provides medication, supplies, and equipment; family support; assistance with personal care needs; emotional and spiritual support; arrange for short-term inpatient care; bereavement counseling. NOTE: Yulee Satellite Office staff provides out-patient care. HOUSING ASSISTANCE BARNABAS CENTER www.barnabascenterinc.org Main Office 11 South 11th Street Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Phone: (904) 261-7000 Toll free: 1-888-277-1986 Fax: (904) 277-2984 Info: BarnabasCenter@comcast.net Hours: Monday: 1:00pm -4:00pm (phones open at 10:00am) Tuesday -Thursday: 10:00am -3:00pm (Appointments are required) Services: Only assists with partial payments for rent. Provides assistance with Rent/Mortgage (must provide copy of current lease agreement), New Housing (Assistance with first month’s rent only, and the rental and electrical deposit must be paid beforehand), Utilities (first referred to other agency for assistance. If help is not available, must provide past due notice from utility company and copy of rental agreement for aid from Barnabas. Deposits and late fees are not paid). Eligibility: Must have an appointment, show proof of Nassau County residency, proof of income and social security cards for all family members, and confirm changes in situation that require assistance. Hilliard Satellite Office Phone: (904) 845-4999 15879 County Road 108 Hilliard, FL 32046 Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays: 10:00am-1:00pm Prefer appointments, but walk-ins accepted. Call FB location to schedule appointments. Services: Assists those with limited transportation by serving as a half-way point for those seeking services from Barnabas. Mainly for speaking with clients and collecting their information to be then transferred to the Main Office in Fernandina Beach. All info is processed at the Main Office. CEDAR HAVEN TRANSITIONAL HOME 900 Cedar Street Phone: Phone: (904) 699-7477 Fernandina Beach, Fl. 32034 The Cedar Haven Transitional house seeks to assist women that have been challenged by homelessness in Nassau County with stays of up to 180 days in an effort to assist them towards permanent housing. FLORIDA COMMUNITY PREVENTION CENTER (Formerly Healing Balm of Northeast Florida) http://www.floridacommunityprevention.com/ Main Office in Yulee: 96098 Victoria’s Place Phone: (904) 321-4097 Yulee, FL 32097 Toll free: 1-866-366-8990 (Located across from Chick Filet and Yulee Walmart on State Rd 200) Fax: (904) 321-5668 Jacksonville Office (Operation New Hope) 40 East State Street, Suite B Jacksonville, FL 32202 Located on corner of Ocean and State Street) Phone: (904) 353-2508 Fax: (904) 353-2588 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm By appointment only on Saturday and Sunday. Services: Call for more information regarding housing assistance. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY nassauhabitatforhumanity.org 516 South 10th Street, Suite 115 Phone: (904) 277-0600 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Info: nhfh@net-magic.net Hours: Volunteers available Wednesday mornings Services: Provides adequate housing for Nassau County residents who meet specific housing and income guidelines. Applicants need to be able to pay for their home (i.e. down payment, mortgage payments, participate in building house). Eligibility: Individual/family must have lived/worked in Nassau County at least 1 year; currently live in unsafe, overcrowded, inadequate, or subsidized housing; currently live in home costing more than 50% of income; and earn income falling within HFH’s guidelines. HOMELESS SHELTERS FERNANDINA BEACH CHURCH OF CHRIST 1005 South 14th Street Phone: (904) 277-2517 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Services: Provides a cold-night shelter for men, women, and children when the weather reaches 40 degrees or below. Includes dinner, breakfast, and packed lunch. FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD 302 South 14th Street Phone: (904) 261-6448 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-3218 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Shelter hours: 24/7 Services: Provides shelter for men, women, and children. Women and children housed separately from men. HOUSING AUTHORITY www.hud.gov 1300 Hickory Street Phone: (904) 261-5051 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Fax: (904) 261-8547 Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm (closed 12:00-1:00) Services: Provides 2 programs-Public Housing and Section 8. Public Housing-1-4 bedroom units, based on family size; income-based (30% of income goes toward rent). Credit check and background screening required. Section 8-House choice voucher allows choice of housing in Nassau County. Same income guidelines; background check required. NOTE: Individual/family does not have to be a Nassau County resident and is open to any family size. Eligibility: Must pass background screening and credit check. ILRC OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA www.cilj.com 2709 Art Museum Drive Phone: (904) 327-0774 Jacksonville, FL 32207 Toll free: 1-888-427-4313 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Nursing Home Transition provides services to individuals with disabilities residing in nursing homes or other institutional settings, who express the desire to live in non-institutionalized community based settings. JO HELLER TRANSITION HOUSE www.qualitylifecenter.com 1238 Nassauville Rd. Phone: (904) 206-4120 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm Staff hours: 24/7 Services: Provides temporary housing for adults (age 18+) with a diagnosed mental illness as they transition from or to a hospital or other care provider. The length of stay is 3-10 days. Afterwards, another form of housing is found for the individual (i.e. assisted living facility). Individuals engage in structured activities during the week in Hilliard and social activities on weekends. Staff is available 24/7, as well as a case manager on site. Individuals taking medication or with prescriptions are helped, but medication is not provided by the facility. Transportation to the facility is available for those who do not have a way of getting there. NORTHEAST FLORIDA COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY www.nfcaa.net Jasmine Office Center 1303 Jasmine Street, Suite 100 Phone: (904) 261-0801 Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 Fax: (904) 261-3188 Info: contact@nfcaa.org Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Provides home repairs that can reduce utility bills, lower energy consumption, and correct structural issues. Repairs comply with local building code standards. Programs include Weatherization (repairs to decrease gas/electric bills), Community Development Block Grant (correct issues that can threaten health, safety, and security of homeowner), State Housing Initiatives Partnership (assistance to repair homes), and Home Ownership (financial education and career development to enhance a person’s ability to own a home). Also provides emergency assistance with utilities. Eligibility: Must be “low-income” as specified by the federal government’s Poverty Guidelines. State Housing Initiatives Partnership-house must qualify as substandard, low-income, single family home and must be occupied by homeowner. MEDICAL SERVICES AMELIA URGENT CARE 96279 Brady Point Rd Phone: (904) 321-0088 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-7076 Fax: (904) 321-0016 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-8:00pm Saturdays 9:00am-5:00pm Sunday 9:00am-2:00pm Services: Provides urgent care, wellness services, occupational medical services to manage work-related illness and injury, drug screenings, DNA testing, and x-rays. Lab work, screenings, and x-rays are done and read at the facility. Services provided to both insured and uninsured individuals, but this facility does not take Medicaid. BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER-NASSAU www.e-baptisthealth.com 1250 South 18th Street Main: (904) 321-3500 Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 Admin: (904) 321-3501 Fax: (904) 321-3511 Services: Part of the Baptist Health System-provides a variety of inpatient and outpatient services such as diagnostics, breast health, cardiopulmonary/sleep lab, clinical lab, maternity care (children who require inpatient pediatric are referred to Wolfson Children’s Hospital), hospitalist program (works with local primary care physicians), surgery, rehabilitation, and inpatient care. Also provides 24 hour emergency care. BARNABAS CENTER www.barnabascenterinc.org Samaritan Clinic of Barnabas Center Phone: (904) 261-7887 1886 South 14th Street, Suite 1 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays doors open at 4:45pm Services: Provides medical services to adults who need urgent care (but does not require hospital emergency room) such as hypertension, wound care, unstable diabetes, and infection treatment (i.e. ear infections, bronchitis, flu). Does not assist with controlled substances! NOTE: Women’s health clinic offered 2 Wednesday’s per month. Eligibility: Must be Nassau County resident, complete financial review, must have a mental health screening, and cannot have medical insurance including Medicare and Medicaid. Women’s Urgent Care-Must have a referral from medical clinic. Patients seen 2nd Wednesday of each month. ILRC OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA www.cilj.com 2709 Art Museum Drive Phone: (904) 327-0774 Jacksonville, FL 32207 Toll free: 1-888-427-4313 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: BROOKS Temporary Loan Closet (TLC) loans durable medical equipment for 6 months to individuals with permanent or temporary disabilities. Provides electric wheelchairs, shower chairs, canes, walkers, and more, for free. Eligibility: Must have a disability (permanent of temporary) and doctor’s prescription. NASSAU COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT www.nassaucountyhealth.org Administration Admin: (904) 548-1800 30 South 4th Street Healthy Start: (904) 548-1810 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-4272 Fax: (904) 277-7286 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Vital Statistics, Healthy Start, Disease Intervention and Control, and Injury Prevention. Vital Statistics provides birth and death certificates. Healthy Start-educational and supportive program that serves pregnant women and families with children under 3. Services include parenting education, childbirth classes, breastfeeding support, psychosocial counseling (individual, couple and family), smoking cessation, inter-conceptional (women’s health) services, developmental screenings and case management. Services can be provided in home, at any Health Department site, or any location in Nassau county. Ongoing group services include childbirth classes, a breastfeeding support group, and a parenting group. Other groups are formed as needed (e.g., grief and loss, teen parents). Also have a Daddy Boot Camp program for fathers. Injury Prevention Program-provides car seat education and guidance with installation from certified car seat technicians. Car seats are available at a reduced cost for expectant mothers and children on Medicaid. Bike helmets for youth are also available. Eligibility: Healthy Start clients must reside in Nassau County. They also must be pregnant, have a child under 3, or have been pregnant within the last 2 years. Callahan Clinic Phone: (904) 879-2306 45377 Mickler Street Fax: (904) 879-5250 PO Box 551 Callahan, FL 32011 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (closed daily 12:00-1:00pm) Services: Offers primary care for adults, immunizations for adults and children, family planning, and St. Vincent’s Mobile Unit. Immunizations-VFC (Vaccines for Children) Program available to children from birth to age 18. Adults can receive Hepatitis B, tetanus, and flu vaccines. Family planning-Pregnancy testing available and help with completing Pregnancy Medicaid application as well as Extended Family Planning Medicaid application if eligible. St. Vincent’s Mobile Unit provides medical care 1 day a month but in a separate facility. Eligibility: Primary Care-adults must enroll and meet financial and medical criteria at the health department. VFC-child must be uninsured, on Medicaid, or have insurance that does not cover immunizations. Family Planning Services are provided to those seeking a method of contraception (birth control). Fernandina Beach Clinic Phone: (904) 548-1860 1620 Nectarine Street Fax: (904) 277-7283 PO Box 517 (32035-0517) Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (closed daily 12:00-1:00pm) Services: Offers primary care for adults, immunizations for adults and children, family planning, TB assessment, and St. Vincent’s Mobile Unit. Volunteer specialist doctors available. Immunizations-VFC (Vaccines for Children) Program available to children from birth to age 18. Adults can receive Hepatitis B, tetanus, and flu vaccines. Family planning-Pregnancy testing available and help with completing Pregnancy Medicaid application as well as Extended Family Planning Medicaid application if eligible. St. Vincent’s Mobile Unit provides medical care 1 day a month but in a separate facility. Tobacco Program works with Baptist Medical Center-Nassau to provide smoking cessation counseling during the day. Evening classes are available. Eligibility: Primary Care-adults must enroll and meet financial and medical criteria at the health department. VFC-child must be uninsured, on Medicaid, or have insurance that does not cover immunizations. Family Planning Services are provided to those seeking a method of contraception (birth control). Yulee Clinic 86014 Page’s Dairy Road PO Box 1493 (32041-1493) Yulee, FL 32097 Phone: (904) 548-1880 Fax: (904) 225-0850 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00pm (closed daily 12:00-1:00pm) Services: Offers primary care for adults, immunizations for adults and children, and family planning. Immunizations-VFC (Vaccines for Children) Program available to children from birth to age 18. Adults can receive Hepatitis B, tetanus, and flu vaccines. Family planning-Pregnancy testing available and help with completing Pregnancy Medicaid application as well as Extended Family Planning Medicaid application if eligible. Eligibility: Primary Care-adults must enroll and meet financial and medical criteria at the health department. VFC-child must be uninsured, on Medicaid, or have insurance that does not cover immunizations. Family Planning Services are provided to those seeking a method of contraception (birth control). FLORIDA COMMUNITY PREVENTION CENTER (Formerly Healing Balm of Northeast Florida) http://www.floridacommunityprevention.com/ Main Office in Yulee: 96098 Victoria’s Place Phone: (904) 321-4097 Yulee, FL 32097 Toll free: 1-866-366-8990 (Located across from Chick Filet and Yulee Wal-mart on State Rd 200) Fax: (904) 321-5668 Jacksonville Office (Operation New Hope) 40 East State Street, Suite B Phone: (904) 353-2508 Jacksonville, FL 32202 Fax: (904) 353-2588 Located on corner of Ocean and State Street) Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm By appointment only on Saturday and Sunday. Services: Provides substance abuse education and awareness, community development capacity building, sexual assault counseling, community health forums, health training and seminars, youth counseling. NOTE: Most services open and free to public. Also physicals access to other medical and health services. Free confidential HIV/AIDS testing site is open to all. By appointment on Saturday and Sunday. Eligibility: Accepts Medicaid and accepts others based upon sliding scale fee. MCPHERSON COUNSELING SERVICES www.mcphersontrainingconcepts.com 850310 US Hwy 17 Phone: (904) 548-0160 Yulee, FL 32097 Fax: (904) 548-0158 Info: thera@mtcinc1.com Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: A professional treatment, training, and consultation facility which offers the following services: Anger Management, Continuing Education, Drug Testing, Family/Relationship and Individual Counseling, General Intervention, Notary Public, Outpatient Treatment, Parenting Classes, and SAP Services. SUTTON PLACE BEHAVIORAL CENTER www.spbh.org 463142 SR 200 West Phone: (904) 225-8280 Yulee, Fl. 32097 Fax: (904) 225-8232 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Private non-profit facility. Provides psychiatric treatment, mental health counseling, and substance abuse services for residents of Nassau County. Provides 24-hour emergency assistance by calling the main number. Not all insurance taken (complete list online). Participant required to complete intake form along with financial form with Intake Specialist prior to appointment. PHYSICAL ACTIVITY OPPORTUNITIES (FREE) WALKIN’ NASSAU WALKING CLUB www.walkinnassau.org Who: For anyone interested in improving their health while meeting new Walkin’ Nassau friends. What: Walkin' Nassau is a walking club dedicated to bringing walking to everyone! The group was founded by long-time local resident, Ned Tyson, in 2009. Today the club has sanctioned Year Round Events and holds monthly walks. Walkin' Nassau is affiliated with the American Volkssport Association (AVA). The AVA is a national organization with clubs throughout the United States. Where: Join one of their walk events (Fort clinch, beaches, and other places in Nassau County) AMELIA ISLAND RUNNERS www.ameliaislandrunners.com Who: All ages, all abilities, always welcome -- and it's always free, with free expert coaching advice available. Walkers welcome too! What: Group runs and walking groups When: Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. at FBHS track, 435 Citrona Drive (Fernandina Beach) DOME HEALING CENTER-FREE YOGA AND MEDITATION CLASSES http://dome.domehealingcenter.com/ 5024 First Coast Highway Fernandina Beach, FL (904) 277-3663 Who: All classes open to anyone of any level of student. What: Free Yoga and Meditation classes. Come learn relaxation, flexibility, and deep breathing techniques. Beginners to Advanced Levels of Amrit, Sivanana, Hatha, Raja, and Meditative Yoga classes. Quote from the Dome…We have always thought that Yoga has never represented a “business opportunity” for as long as we have been practicing and teaching Yoga. Yoga is a blessing and a gift that would like to share with everyone. We wanted to offer the Yoga and Meditation knowledge that we have been fortunate enough to learn from many Masters and give the same experience to everyone who has a desire to learn and expand their Consciousness. All Yoga and Mediations classes have been offered free of charge since December 2012. We intend to offer their classes free for as long as we are able. SUPPORT GROUPS AL-ANON ALATEEN www.jaxafg.org For meeting locations: (904) 350-0600 Services: Provides support for relatives, friends, and family members of alcoholics. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Amelia Room ameliaroom.com 906 South 7th Street Phone: (904) 261-8349 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-4022 Services: Provides alcoholism-related resources and rehab center listings. Alachua Club 32 N 3rd St Phone: (904) 261-3580 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Services: Provides alcoholism-related resources and rehab center listings ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUPS Life Care Center of Hilliard 3756 West Third Street Hilliard, FL 32046 Services: Support Group for caregivers. Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Call (904) 879-3684 for more information. Council on Aging 1367 South 18th Street Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Services: Support group for those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia. Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Call (904) 261-0701 for more information. CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS Bosom Buddies Fernandina Beach Police Dept. 1525 Lime St Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 Services: Support group for those affected by breast cancer. Meets the 1st Wednesday of each month. Call (904) 225-0067 for more information. Man to Man Baptist Medical Center-Nassau 2050 S 18th St Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 Services. Support group for those affected by prostate cancer. Call 1-800-227-9954 for more information. Pink Ribbon Ladies Baptist Medical Center-Nassau 2050 S 18th St Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 Services: Support group for those affected by breast cancer. Meets the 2nd Monday of each month. Call (904) 321-2057 or (904) 261-2976 for more information. EMPOWERED PARENT www.ihelpparents.com NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS firstcoastna.org Helpline and meeting locations: (904) 723-LOVE Contact info: firstcoastna.org/contact.htm Meeting info: firstcoastna.org/meetings.htm Services: Provides support for those whom drugs have become a problem. NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR THE MENTALLY ILL (NAMI NASSAU COUNTY) nassau.nami.org PO Box 15816 Phone: (904) 277-1886 Fernandina Beach, FL 32035 Info: mohnalisa8@aol.com Services: Support group for those affected by mental illness. Meetings are held monthly at various locations. Check website, call, or email for locations, times, and general information. NOTE: No regular office hours. TRANSPORTATION SERVICES ADULT BIKES FOR BARNABAS (ABB) (904) 261-7000 Services: Adult Bikes for Barnabas (ABB) provides repaired/refurbished used bikes with safety equipment such as goodtires and lights. Eligibility: Barnabas clients who show they have a job or are actively looking for a job are eligible for a free bike. Call (904) 261-7000 for more information. NASSAU EXPRESS TRANSIT or “NET” http://coanassau.com/ This new service, named “Nassau Express Transit” or “NET”, is open to the public, does not require pre­registration/qualification, only picks up from central designated collection points, and is limited to seats available (10­14) for each bus. The fare is $1 each way for passengers, with weekly/monthly bus passes envisioned after the trial period. The “NET” buses travel a pre-determined route and schedule each weekday from several designated collection points or “NET Bus Stops”. These NET buses start very early in the morning, Monday through Friday. One bus begins its route in Fernandina Beach with an intermediate pick-up point in Yulee, and one bus begins in Hilliard with an intermediate pick-up point in Callahan. Both of these NET buses stop at River City Market Place, and then ride on to the JTA Main transfer point in downtown Jacksonville–where connections can be made with Jacksonville’s bus and rail systems. The NET buses will also take riders back to Nassau County, returning to Fernandina and Hilliard, at designated times. Planned initial NET service will be an early morning (6 a.m.) trip to Jacksonville, one mid-day trip (11a.m.-Noon), and finally a late afternoon bus will travel from both Hilliard and Fernandina to Jacksonville, leaving Jacksonville at 6:00 p.m. to return to Nassau County. This NET service will be operated and controlled by COA Transportation, Council on Aging. For more information contact Greg Frick, Transportation Manager 261-0701 x 114 or nassautransit@gmail.com. Transportation Office (Eastside Senior Center) Phone: (904) 261-0700 Fax: (904) 261-3940 Services: Medicaid Non-Emergency Transportation assists Medicaid recipients with getting to their medical appointments. Also provides transportation to those who may be unable to transport themselves because of various reasons (i.e. physical or mental disability, income status, or age). VETERAN’S ASSISTANCE DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS (CHAPTER # 38) The Peck Center Phone: (904) 556-3363 516 South 10th St Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Hours: Tuesdays 9:00am-2:00pm Services: Disabled American Veterans Service Officer, Jennett Wilson Baker, will be on duty at the Peck Center, every Tuesday from 9:00am-2:00pm, to provide free, professional assistance to veterans and their families in obtaining benefits and services earned through military service. You can make an appointment by calling (904) 556-3363 or just come to the Peck Center Reception Room. Eligibility: Free service for veterans and family members NASSAU COUNTY VETERAN’S SERVICES Nassau County Courthouse Phone: (904) 548-4670 76347 Veterans Way Fax: (904) 548-4539 Yulee, FL 32097-5404 Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:00pm Fridays 8:30am-12:30pm Services: Can apply for and obtain VA benefits. Resources available to assist individuals with other services. Eligibility: Vary depending on program individual is applying for. Call for more information. WEB BASED PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS Services: These websites offer individuals with the opportunity to obtain their medication at low or no cost. After searching for the medication by name or company, a list of sources, eligibility requirements, and ordering information is displayed. Eligibility: Requirements differ by organization. www.rxassist.org www.pparx.org www.needymeds.org www.medicare.gov/pap YOUTH PROGRAMS BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS www.bbbsnefl.org 516 South 10th Street Suite 103 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-3511 Phone: (904) 261-9500 Fax: (904) 261-9583 Info: efoster@bbbsnefl.org Services: Child is paired with a community volunteer who serves as a mentor and engages in activities, such as sports, team activities, and assistance with school work. Programs: Community One-to-One-child and volunteer (Big and Little) meet during month for various activities. Bigs in Schools-site-based mentoring program that works to improve academic, social, and behavioral performance through one-to-one interactions at the child’s school one hour a week during the year. BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF NASSAU COUNTY bgcnassau.org Services: Offers after school program and field trips. After-school program covers 5 core areas: arts, health, life skills, education, and leadership. Children given time to complete homework, or read, and earn points toward incentives. Eligibility: Child must be between ages 6-18. All participants must complete orientation. Miller Freedom Center Phone: (904) 261-1075 942259 Old Nassauville Rd Fax: (904) 261-8168 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-7115 Info: info@bgcnassau.org Hours: Monday-Friday 2:30pm-7:00pm Fernandina Beach Club Phone: (904) 491-9102 907 11th Street at Indigo Fax: (904) 491-9103 Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034 Info: info@bgcnassau.org Hours: Monday-Friday 1:30pm-7:00pm CAMP CONSEQUENCE www.ihelpparents.com COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF NASSAU COUNTY www.cisnassau.org Communities in Schools of Nassau County 516 South 10th Street Suite #205 Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 PHONE NUMBERS: (904) 321­2000 office                                     (904) 321­2531 fax Executive Director: Susan Milana CIS brings resources into the schools where they are needed most; before, during, and after school. CIS staff are based at each school to provide and/ or connect students with resources, academic coaches, and volunteers that relieve obstacles to learning. EMPOWERED PARENT www.ihelpparents.com HEAD START ecs4kids.org/head_start.html Services: Comprehensive pre-school and after-school programs for children ages 3-5 and families who are income eligible with the goal of children being ready for school. NOTE: Includes children with disabilities and special needs. Programs/services include medical, dental, mental health, nutrition, and parental involvement. Parents are encouraged to be involved in activities. Children receive developmental screenings, and vision and hearing exams with referral and follow-up. Dental exams provided as needed. Eligibility: Based on various requirements (i.e. age, income, etc.). Call for more information. To enroll, call (904) 491-3631 Callahan Head Start Phone: (904) 879-5019 45089 Third Avenue Fax: (904)879-5177 Callahan, FL 32011 Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:00pm Peck Head Start Phone: (904) 491-3630 516 South 10th Street Suite 100 Fax: (904) 491-3632 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm NASSAU COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION www.nassaucountyfl.com/index.aspx?nid=267 45195 Musselwhite Rd Phone: (904) 548-4689 Callahan, FL 32011 Phone: (904) 879-3751 Fax: (904) 548-4687 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Responsible for maintaining, repairing, and supervising Nassau County parks boat ramps, and sports complexes. A complete list available on website-most free and open to public. Also holds county-wide activity programs such as Little League, Pop Warner Football, Youth Soccer, and Tennis. Contact P&R for information, and to register. NORTHEAST FLORIDA COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY www.nfcaa.net Jasmine Office Center Phone: (904) 261-0801 1303 Jasmine St, Suite 100 Fax: (904) 261-3188 Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034 Info: contact@nfcaa.org Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Services: Youth In Action-After school activities, summer programs, homework assistance, and positive crime prevention education. Data Busters-Teaches 14-18 year olds computer and work skills, and partners with local businesses to offer the youth a paying summer job along with transportation to and from work. Eligibility: Must be “low-income” as specified by the federal government’s Poverty Guidelines. Youth In Action-Youth must be age 8-18. Data Busters-Youth must be 14-18 years old. SALVATION ARMY HOPE HOUSE 410 S 9th Street Phone: (904) 321-0435 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-3623 Fax: (904) 277-8019 Office Hours: 9:30am-6:00pm (closed 12:00-1:00) Services: Offers services for youth, including Camp Keystone, a week-long summer camp for children from low-income families, and Stuff the Bus, which provides school supplies and backpacks for children prior to the start of the school year YMCA www.firstcoastymca.org Services: Offers PrYme Time, a county-wide before-and after-school program during the school year available in all elementary schools, youth sports, summer camp, and summer pool programs. Youth Fit for Life: After-school fitness program for youth (part of PrYme Time). May register for programs online or in person. McArthur Family YMCA Phone: (904) 261-1080 1915 Citrona Dr. Info: akienle@FirstCoastYMCA.org Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Hours: Monday-Thursday 5:30am-9:00pm Fridays 5:30am-8:00pm Saturdays 8:00am-5:00pm Sundays 1:00pm-5:00pm ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Name of Organization: Address: Phone: Fax: Services: Name of Organization: Address: Phone: Fax: Services: Name of Organization: Address: Phone: Fax: Services: Name of Organization: Address: Phone: Fax: Services: Name of Organization: Address: Phone: Fax: Services: Name of Organization: Address: Phone: Fax: Services: Name of Organization: Address: Phone: Fax: Services: Name of Organization: Address: Phone: Fax: Services: Florida Community Prevention Center, Inc. (formerly Healing BALM of Northeast Florida, Inc.) Mission - to promote health awareness and education in communities across America through training and research. Services: Provides a full array of social service, training and development, and outreach prevention services.