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Child Abuse (Including resources for neglect, molestation, rape, SBS, etc.)	Parenting Resources Options & resources for parents of mentally ill child(ren)
Counseling & Therapy (Christian, Psychiatry, Psychology, etc.)	Pregnacy ( Loss of a newborn, postpartum, baby blues, preemies, etc.)
Crisis & Helpline Numbers (Abuse, Runaway, pregnancy, suicide, etc.)	Professional's & Student Resources Local resources for current studies, treatments, courses, research, etc.
Events (local upcoming mental health events: dates and/or locations)	Special Education (Special Schools, IEP, Special Classes, Resouces, etc.)
Foster Care ( including child and adult, getting a license, volunteering, resources for fostering the mentally ill.)	Support Groups (Including Parenting, Mental Health, Rape, Caring for the Elderly, Grieving, domestic violence, etc.)
Health Insurance (Resources for Florida's Children in having Insurance Coverage)	Youth Programs
Organizations ( Local Chapter of NAMI, and other mental health groups)	SUBMIT: Submit your county's event, support group, etc. with this form.

Child Abuse
(back to index) About Shaken Baby- Florida The Family Source of Florida developed this website through a grant from the Florida Department of Health. The Family Source of Florida is a statewide network of child abuse prevention and family-support agencies. Our mission is to help families and communities prevent child abuse and neglect. The Family Source of Florida operates Florida's statewide, toll-free Parent HelpLine, 1-800-FLA-LOVE and maintains parent support groups around the state. Added 10/8/2002
Child Lures Prevention The primary goals of Child Lures Prevention are (1) to raise public awareness concerning the prevalence of childhood sexual exploitation & related crimes against children and (2) to make prevention of these crimes a national priority. Sheriff Charles B. Wells implemented the Child Lures Community Plan throughout his Manatee County jurisdiction.
CHILD PROTECTION CENTER Child Protection Center offers prevention, intervention, and treatment of child physical and sexual abuse victims and their families. (941) 755-4782
Family Source Org Since 1978, the mission of the Family Source has been to strengthen families and communities by preventing child abuse and neglect. The Family Source believes that every child has a right to be raised in a safe and happy home and that every parent deserves the skills, tools, and resources necessary to help them be effective parents. The Family Source of Florida is dedicated to creating a culture where children grow up safe and loved, families are strong and stable, and where communities work together - making Florida the best place to be a child. The Family Source of Florida, Inc. 433 N. Magnolia Drive - Tallahassee, FL 32308 Phone: (850) 488-5437 - Fax: (850) 921-0322 Parent Helpline 1-800-FLA-LOVE
Florida Child Abuse Learn the steps involved and methods(including TDD number, fax number along with downloadable fax form in Acrobat Pdf) available to report a Child Abuse incident to the Florida Abuse Hotline.
MANATEE CHILDREN'S SERVICES Provides assistance to children and their families who are victims of physical and sexual abuse; including counseling, intervention, and treatment. (941) 746-1904
Reporting Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of Children Some people are required by law to report Child Abuse. Document has 15 pages valuble information including (child) Assessment for Reporting, (child) Manatory Reporting, How to Report, Courtsey & Professionalism, Reporting Form, More How to Information, Fax Reporting Tips, Definitions, just to name a few. Acrobat Pdf

Counseling & Therapy
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Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice, Inc. The purpose of Catholic Charities in Manatee County is to provide direct assistance, immigration services, and housing counseling to low-income people in need of assistance. (941) 484-9543   Added 10/8/2002
Child Development Center   has several major programs and services designed to provide a continuum of care for young children and their families. If you are interested in mental health therapies or child protective services, click on Community-Based Services. For information about our NAEYC-accredited early childhood classrooms, please go to Early Childhood Education. To learn about occupational, physical, and speech therapy, visit Early Intervention Therapies. For information about the Healthy Families program that helps parents bond with their babies, become excellent nurturers, and become their child's first teachers, please go to Healthy Families. You'll find a listing of our parenting education classes under Community Education Services. All programs and services at every CDC location have been fully accredited by the Council on Accreditation for Children and Family Services. Added 10/8/2002
Coastal Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. 3830 Bee Ridge Rd. Sarasota, FL 34233 (941) 927-8900
Family Counseling Center of Sarasota County, Inc. The concept of Family Counseling Center began in 1957. Throughout the decades, Family Counseling Center has grown to become the leading agency in Sarasota County working to strengthen and support families. Through individual and family therapy, intense in-home counseling services and educational programs designed to teach and support parents, we are providing the foundation on which tomorrow's society will be built. Added 10/8/2002
Family Emergency Treatment Center A 24 hour walk-in clinic offering crisis counseling for family problems, anxiety, depression and substance abuse for kids & adults. FETC services include evaluation, emergency medication management, linkage to resources. Fees based on ability to pay. 1404 14th St. West, Bradenton, FL 34205 (941) 708-5710
Family Resources Services include: Crisis Counseling Services for youth & families, On Campus Crisis Intervention Services, Project Safe Place and Runaway/Crisis Shelter.
626 Lakeview Road Clearwater, Florida 33765   Tel: (727) 449-8336
First Step of Sarasota whose mission is to treat and prevent alcohol and drug addiction and associated disorders to promote fully functioning, productive individuals whose lives are positive. Added 10/8/2002
Girls and Boys Town for Central Florida Girls and Boys Town of Central Florida is the second oldest and second largest site outside of National Headquarters in Boys Town, Neb. Since opening in 1986, the Central Florida site has directly helped more than 12,000 children. In 2001, Girls and Boys Town of Central Florida provided help, healing and hope to 1,020 children and 220 families primarily through Residential Services, Short-Term Residential Services, and Children and Families in Need of Services. Another 14,611 children and families in the state of Florida were indirectly assisted through Common Sense Parenting® and Project Safe Place, the Girls and Boys Town National Hotline, and through outreach & professional training programs.
Gulf Coast Marine Institute, Inc. - The Gulf Coast Marine Institute is a non-profit educational and rehabilitative organization that provides counseling, education, and mentoring to at-risk youth. (941) 741-3102
Health Families Florida Healthy Families Florida is a community-based, voluntary home visiting program designed to promote positive parent/child interaction and healthy childhood growth and development, thereby preventing child abuse and neglect. The program is modeled after the highly successful national Healthy Families America Initiative, which is based on over two decades of research and experience with successful home visitor programs.
Hope Family Services - Safe shelter, transitional housing, counseling, advocacy, support groups, information and referral for victims of domestic violence and their children free and confidential. (941) 747-8499 hopefamilyservic@aol.com Year-Round Screenings
Island Community Center To promote inner growth and outer fitness. To encourage self- esteem, positive leadership skills. To teach respect, responsibility and resourcefulness to future generations by encouraging adult volunteerism, mentoring and providing quality programs for all ages. Location: 407 Magnolia Avenue, Anna Maria Island, Florida
Life Management Center provides free anxiety/depression screenings. Call 745-7581 for a confidential appointment. @ Manatee Memorial Hospital.
Manatee Children's Services Counseling Services - Manatee Children's Services provides licensed psychotherapy for victims and their families, with goals of repairing the emotional damage of abuse, and restoring the client / family to a more secure and better functioning unit. Through play therapy and supportive counseling, children learn to trust again and self esteem increases. These young people are free to focus their lives on normal activities and goals. Family therapy is an important tool in recovery. It may be the last part of the therapeutic process. Crisis Intervention - Advocacy and counseling after an initial crisis. Advocacy - Our staff will provide a link to other agencies in the area, as well as become involved in court cases when necessary.
Manatee Glens Counseling Services A not-for-profit provider of mental health and addiction treatment services, serving Manatee and Sarasota Counties with a full array of services to children, adolescents, adults and seniors individually or in a family session. 24-hour rape crisis services, child welfare services and EAP.   391 6th Ave. West, Bradenton, FL 34205 (941) 741-3131
Manatee Glens Hospital 2020 26th Avenue, East. Bradenton, Florida (941) 741-3117
MANATEE RAPE CRISIS (Manatee Glens) Manatee Glens' Rape Crisis Program utilizes professional and volunteer staff to provide the following services: crisis counseling to help a survivor deal with emotional, financial and physical aftermath of victimization; criminal justice advocacy/accompaniment to legal proceedings, including post-sentencing assistance with inmate release; follow-up accompaniment for medical examinations; assistance in preparing Victim Compensation claims; and provides support groups for sharing concerns relating to assault. (941) 741-3131
Northside Mental Health, Inc. Services provided include: Marriage & Family Counseling, Elder Counseling, Psychological Testing and Evaluations. 12512 Bruce B. Downs Boulevard Tampa, Florida 33612 Tel: (813) 977-8700
Project Child Care/ Manatee Opportunity Council - Provide subsidized child care services, child care resource and referral, developmental screening, therapeutic play bearing visions evaluation, child care worker training and family crisis intervention. (941) 745-5949

Crisis & Helpline Number
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Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-96ABUSE
Family Health Line 1-800-451-BABY
First Call For Help of Manatee County: (941) 708-6488 Provides comprehensive telephone information and referral services that facilitate the solving of human service problems by matching with resources to provide the best source of help. 24 hours a day.
Girls and Boys Town National Hotline...Call With any Problem, Anytime 1-800-448-3000 (TDD 1-800-448-1833) Open 24 hours a day, everyday
The Girls and Boys Town National Hotline is a 24-hour crisis, resource and referral line. Accredited by the American Association of Suicidology, our Hotline is staffed by trained counselors who can respond to your questions every day of the week, 365 days a year. Over the past decade, more than 4 million callers have found help at the end of the line.
HOPE 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)Toll-Free in US 24hrs / 7days
Manatee County Sheriff's Office - VICTIM ADVOCATE UNIT
The Victim Advocate Unit of the Manatee County Sheriff's Office offers crisis intervention to victims and family members at the time of a crime. They provide emotional support and referrals to social service agencies within the community. The advocate can provide information regarding the stages of the criminal justice process and is available for accompaniment to investigations, depositions, hearings, trials, sentencing and parole hearings. The advocate may provide assistance in filling out forms for Victim Compensation, domestic injunctions for protection, and injunctions for protection against repeat violence. (941) 747-3011
Manatee Rape Crisis Hotline (24 Hours a Day) (941) 741-3117
National Domestic Violence/Abuse Hotline 1-800-799-SAFE 1-800-787-3224 TDD
Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN) 1-800-656-HOPE
Teen Line 1-800-852-8336

Events
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Saturday April 5th, 2003
BRADENTON, MANATEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
"Support Our Troops" Rally
(rain or shine)
Saturday April 5th, 2003
Starts at 8:00am
Green Bridge - Palmetto Side
Bring Family & Friends - ALSO bring your flags, signs, chairs, water, etc.

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April 25th & 26th - Bass for Bucks: A Bass Fishing Benefit 2003 Tournament (fundraiser for Manatee Children's Services) April 25th & 26th, 2003 - On Lake Okeechobee - Contact: Chris Egler - Phone# 941-713-8363 Fax# 941-794-8772 See Event Poster

Foster Care
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FL Dept. Of Children & Families Fostercare Message to Foster Care Parents from Secretary Kathleen Kearney. About Foster Care: General information about the Foster Care Program. Am I Ready to be a Foster Parent? A questionnaire will help to determine if you are eligible to be a foster parent. Foster Parent Recruitment Contact List: Contact Information for families interested in fostering a child. How You Can Help: Information on ways to help other than fostering a child. I'm Ready! Now What? Find out the steps involved to become a Foster Parent. And more information about becoming a foster parent.
Florida Foster Care #1 Recruitment and Retention Perspectives of Stakeholders on the Critical Factors Affecting Recruitment and Retention of Foster Parents. Acrobat PDF
Florida Foster Care #2 Medical, Developmental and Behavioral Problems of Foster Children and the Capacity of Foster Care Providers in Florida, summary report of key findings .Acrobat PDF
Florida Foster Care #3 The Final Report on the Medical, Developmental and Behavioral Problems of Foster Children and the Capacity of Foster Care Providers in Florida study (107 pages, 407 KB). Acrobat PDF

Health Insurance
(back to index) AHCA - Florida Agency of Health Care Administration-Medicaid 6800 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Suite 220 Tampa, Fl 33614 Phone# (813) 871-7600 / SunCom 512-8290 Toll Free# 1-800-226-2316
Child Health Toolbox This online resource can help State and local policymakers and
program directors and staff to answer these and related questions about measuring health care performance in child health programs.
Children's Medical Services program provides children with special health care needs with a family centered, managed system of care. Children with special health care needs are those children under age 21 whose serious or chronic physical or developmental conditions require extensive preventive and maintenance care beyond that required by typically healthy children.
Florida Department of Insurance The mission of the Office of the Treasurer, Department of Insurance and State Fire Marshal is: To make Florida the strongest, most competitive insurance market for consumers to purchase quality insurance at fair and reasonable prices, to promote fire safety and protect Florida citizens and to maximize return on invested funds on behalf of taxpayers.
Florida Healthy Kids Application
Florida Healthy Kids
Healthfinder your guide to reliable health information
AHCA Medicaid Area Office
Florida KidCare Florida KidCare is child health insurance from the State of Florida. Fill out and mail in one simple application form, and we will tell you if your child is eligible.

Organizations
(back to index) Alzheimer’s Association - Tampa Bay Chapter is part of a national voluntary health agency dedicated to providing education programs and support services to people affected by Alzheimer's disease in the Florida Counties of Pinellas, Hillsborough, Polk, Pasco, Manatee, Sarasota, Hernando, Citrus and Sumter.
Center for Florida's Children is committed to transforming Florida into the most child and family friendly state in the nation. With over 1,400 individual and agency members, and strong relationships with leading community-based children's coalitions, the center serves as Florida's statewide child advocacy hub. Rather than helping children on a case-by-case basis, our work concentrates on organizational development, building and strengthening the capacity of individuals, service agencies, coalitions, and networks to focus attention on public policies that affect large numbers of children.
Big Brothers & Big Sister the Sun-Coast of Manatee County Established for the purpose of providing one-to-one mentoring programs and services, and prevention programs to children in need of our services.(941) 729-5533
Foundation for Dreams, Inc Children between the ages of six and eighteen who have physical or mental disabilities, chronic or terminal illnesses and those considered "at risk" were riding horses, canoeing on the Manatee River, up to their elbows in arts and crafts and singing along to camp songs. Foundation for Dreams, Inc. - 2620 Manatee Avenue West, Suite D * Bradenton, FL 34205 Tel: (941) 748-8809 * Fax: (941) 746-7889
Email: FoundForDreams@aol.com Added 3/26/2003
I Am For Kids - Florida To make children's issues the top priority with voters, community leaders, and campaign contributors.
Mental Health Assoc. of Central Florida The Mental Health Association of Central Florida is non-profit organization dedicated to promoting mental health education, preventing mental disorders, and achieving victory over mental illness through advocacy, education and services for Central Florida.
NAMI FLORIDA The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) is a nationwide nonprofit, grassroots, self-help, support and advocacy organization of consumers, families, and friends of people with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and anxiety disorders. Our mission is to eradicate severe brain disorders and improve the quality of life of persons of all ages who are affected by these disorders. The primary functions of NAMI are support, education, and advocacy for research and services, and the education of all professionals, providers and the general public. NAMI FLORIDA, INC. 1020 East Lafayette Street Suite 106-A, Tallhassee, FL Phone (850) 671-4445, Fax (850) 671-5272, Helpline (877) 626-4352
NAMI Manatee c/o Linda Davis 628 Emerald Lane Holmes Beach, FL 34217 (941) 778-2095
United Way of Manatee County People in our community have the opportunity to maintain physical, mental, and emotional well-being and achieve self-sufficiency to live fuller, more independent lives. People in our community have the opportunity to live safely and securely, free from abuse and neglect, where all basic needs are met.

Parenting Resources
(back to index) Healthy Start On June 4, 1991, Florida's legislature enacted the nation's most comprehensive maternal and infant health care program, Florida's Healthy Start Initiative. Since 1992, the Manatee County Health Department has provided Healthy Start Care Coordination services for at-risk pregnant women and infants and their families in Manatee County.
Reducing the incidence of low birth weight, infant death, and developmental delay are primary goals of the Healthy Start Program.

Pregnancy
(back to index) Care Net Manasota Pregnancy Center 5111 26th St. W. Bradenton, Florida 34207
941-751-1966
Family Health Line The Family Health Line is a statewide toll-free hotline funded by the Florida Department of Health. The goal of the hotline is to improve the health status of Florida's pregnant women, infants, and toddlers.
Manasota CareNet Pregnancy Center 5550 26th Street West, Suite 8A & B, Bradenton, Florida 34207 Phone: 941-751-1966 Email: Manasota@aol.com
Manasota SOLVE, Inc. Manasota SOLVE has provided housing for women for over 25 years in our beautiful home. If you are pregnant and in need of a place to stay, call us to arrange a tour of our home. 1509 8th Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205 Phone: (941) 748-0094

Professional's & Student Resources
(back to index) 16th Annual Research Conference March 2-5, 2003 Tampa, Florida Each year, researchers, evaluators, administrators, policy makers, advocates and family members come to Tampa Bay with a common interest in applied, practical, system of care research. They describe lessons learned and obstacles overcome, and share promising new methods. They explore how research can be applied to strengthen children's mental health service systems in their communities.
Mark your calendar and tell your colleagues. Plan on adding your voice to this network of individuals who share the goal of creating better service delivery systems for our children and families.
Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resources System The Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System is a network of 19 Associate and 4 Specialized Centers in Florida which provides support services to educators, parents, and other professionals who work with exceptional students.
Florida's Positive Behavioral Support Project: Team Training & Technical Assistance
Supported by the University of South Florida and Florida Department of Education. The website lists information, staff, materials and products, technical assistance, a calendar of events, and links to other Positive Behavioral Support (PBS) sites. The project's mission is to provide consultation, coaching, program development, referrals, and support to school districts in dealing with challenging student behavior. Districts are encouraged to develop networks of community resources.
Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute Library Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute Research Library, University of South Florida is Florida's primary resource center for information on mental health services, research, law, policy, and education.
Prepare for Success offers test prep exam seminar for the NCMHCE (National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Exam) and the NCE (National Counselor Exam) in Mental Health Counseling . After passing the exam you will become a Florida LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor).
We also now teach the brand-new 8 hour Florida Laws and Rules CEU class.
USF Professor Dr. Robert Friedman Addresses President's New Freedom Commission on Mental Health On April 29, 2002, President Bush followed through with his pledge to support the 54 million Americans with mental and physical disabilities, establishing the President’s New Freedom Commission on Mental Health. With a goal of advising the President on the United States mental health service delivery system, the Commission will meet monthly to provide recommendations and improvements that will enable adults with serious mental illnesses and children with serious emotional disturbances to live, work, learn, and participate fully in their communities

Special Education
(back to index) Choice Office: Non-Public Schools
Developing Legally Correct & Educationally Appropriate IEPs The Individualized Education Program (IEP) has been the cornerstone of special education since the Education for All Handicapped Children Act became law in 1975. We begin this article by examining the relationship between the IEP and a free, appropriate public education. Then we discuss the IEP process and highlight the procedural changes and new requirements mandated by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Amendments of 1997. Next, we present information from a number of due process hearings and cases that have involved IEPs to illustrate mistakes school districts often make that can result in rulings against a district, Finally, we provide guidelines to assist schools with developing legally correct and educationally appropriate IEPs.
Division of Public Schools Welcome to the Division of Public Schools home page. There are three ways to browse the site. Browse the content through the topical links to the left, the four bureaus and their offices above, or the search at the top of the page.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)To view this document in its entirety Acrobat PDF
Florida Board of Education
Florida Dept. of Health Locations
Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System The Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System is a network of 19 Associate and 4 Specialized Centers in Florida which provides support services to educators, parents, and other professionals who work with exceptional students.
Great Schools GreatSchools.net has a two-tiered product. The National School Guide provides basic information about virtually every K-12 school in the country. State School Guides include in-depth school profiles, school search and sort tools, custom email newsletters and state-specific advice about navigating the public school system. State School Guides are currently available in California, Arizona, Texas, Florida and Washington with plans to expand to other new states in 2003.
IEP Sample Form Acrobat PDF
IEP Transition Plan Sample (Form1) and Sample Form 2 Acrobat PDF
John M. McKay Scholarships Program for Students with Disabilities This program allows parents of students with disabilities to choose the best learning environment for their children.
Kanner Academy / The Farm School The primary mission of Kanner Academy is to educate and provide therapy to adolescents who cannot succeed in other public and private school settings; or in the home. The purpose of any education is to prepare students to be successful in their lives and continuing education. We want to teach kids, through the freedom of self-government (regulation) to be responsible, informed citizens, and to create an environment where students can communicate openly and effectively. Of equal importance, to this population of students, is to prepare them emotionally and socially, to build a real awareness of self and the world around. We strive to develop self-esteem, emotional and physical awareness, and the self-support that creates the motivation for continued healing and personal growth.
Manatee County Health Department (941) 748-0747 Childhood immunizations and school physicals
Manatee County Home School Liaison The ESE Home/School Liaison serves as an educational and social link between the Manatee School District, the Exceptional Student Education Department, Students with Disabilities, their families, and the community.
Manatee County Schools
Office of Family Involvement provides resources, training, and technical assistance for parents, schools and communities to support a high quality education for children
PAL Academy Charter Middle School The mission/purpose of the School is to provide an alternative educational program for students with different learning styles. The emphasis will be placed on the physical, emotional, social and intellectual development of each learner to empower them to achieve the highest level of academic excellence and success. 202 13th Ave East, Bradenton, Florida 34208 Phone: 941-714-7260 ext. 144 Fax: 941-714-7333
Sarasota Military Academy SMA's mission is to serve students seeking excellence in a structured, high quality educational setting. In the belief that, "Children need models more than they need critics" (Joseph Joubert), JROTC will be required of all students. In addition to utilizing the diverse District curriculum (based on the Sunshine State Standards) for all subject areas, students will be taught to cherish the principles of leadership, patriotism, high academic standards, and honor (of themselves, their families, their community, and their country).
801 Orange Ave. North, Sarasota FL 34236 - Phone: (941) 926-1700
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a national law that protects qualified individuals from discrimination based on their disability. The nondiscrimination requirements of the law apply to employers and organizations that receive financial assistance from any Federal department or agency, including the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). These organizations and employers include many hospitals, nursing homes, mental health centers and human service programs.
Tampabay Academy Tampa Bay Academy is a residential and day treatment facility for children who have severe psychiatric or behavioral problems. We also accept deaf students who fall into the above categories. All of our students have been placed at TBA due to their inability to function effectively in the community or less restrictive settings. The Charter School of Tampa Bay Academy was created to act as an adjunct to that service. Our goal is to provide an educational environment which will facilitate returning students to a level of functioning that will optimize their ability to return to a more mainstreamed setting upon discharge.
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT

Support Groups
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Anxiety Disorder Support Group 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. first and third Saturdays, Dining Room 2A @ Manatee Memorial Hospital. Call 745-7581.
Dual Diagnostics for Depression and Substance Abuse 6 p.m. Mondays, Dining Room 2A @ Manatee Memorial Hospital. Rational approach to relapse prevention. Call 747-1947.
MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Drivers) MADD provides counseling services to victims and their families of DUI (Driving Under the Influence) crimes. They also offer support, assistance, and advocacy throughout the judicial process. (941) 925-3383
Manatee Depressed and Manic Depressed Association7:15 p.m. Mondays, Dining Room 2B @ Manatee Memorial Hospital. Call 747-1947.
New Parents Group: - "Chicklets" A learning group for new parents and babies (newborns to crawling) meets at the Storks Nest Birthcare Education Center at 1888 59th Street West, Bradenton every Wednesday from 11:00am - 1:30pm. Light lunch for $3.50. For more information, call (941) 798-2199.
Parents Anonymous meets at 6 p.m. Wednesdays at First United Methodist, 603 11th St. W., Bradenton. Information: 747-4406.
Perinatal Bereavement Support Group 7 p.m. first Thursdays, Dining Room 3 @ Manatee Memorial Hospital. For parents who have lost a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth or newborn death. Call 745-7485.
MANATEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE - VICTIM ADVOCATE UNIT
The Victim Advocate Unit of the Manatee County Sheriff's Office offers crisis intervention to victims and family members at the time of a crime. They provide emotional support and referrals to social service agencies within the community. The advocate can provide information regarding the stages of the criminal justice process and is available for accompaniment to investigations, depositions, hearings, trials, sentencing and parole hearings. The advocate may provide assistance in filling out forms for Victim Compensation, domestic injunctions for protection, and injunctions for protection against repeat violence.
(941) 747-3011
Toughlove of Manatee Thursday 7pm Westminster Presbyterian Church 3011 19th Ave West
Violence Against Women Online Resources This site provides law, criminal justice, advocacy, and social service professionals with up-to-date information on interventions to stop violence against women.

Youth Programs
(back to index) Center Shot Archery Links Provides links to a variety of youth programs. Some of those the "Outdoor Woman Program ", "United Foundation For Disabled Archers", "Sarasota County Archers", to name a few.
Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranch (Bradenton/Sarasota) Provides quality, accredited group child care, counseling and family services for Florida's children who may be products of physical and emotional neglect, physical and sexual abuse, and disrupted families. These youth, ages 8 through 17, and who have not been adjudicated delinquent, are often unable to function well within the structure of their own homes, public schools, or their community. These youth are not severely emotionally disturbed, they are characterized by low self-esteem, emotional handicaps, poor social skills, low frustration tolerance and poor academic success. Provides opportunities for boys and girls in care to resolve their personal conflicts, find their identifies, and learn proper values as they work toward a lawful, productive and secure future.
Hours : Everyday/ 24 hours Call for information. Primary family or guardian can make the referral. For abused, neglected children, ages 8-17 years. P.O. BOX 9571 Bradenton, FL 34206 Phone: (941) 776-1777 Fax: (941) 776-2812
Manatee County Sheriff's - Cell Shock is A PROGRAM implemented in 2000, by the Manatee County Sheriff's Office after hearing from the parents of troubled juveniles. The parents told us they had nowhere else to turn and pleaded for our help. The Sheriff's Office was already giving jail tours, but we decided that the type of juvenile suited for Cell Shock wouldn't get anything out of a simple visit to the jail.
The juveniles in question were getting in trouble at home and at school, but the majority of them had not been arrested. In other words, they were not "in the system" and the parents were trying to help the juveniles before it was too late. Download Application Acrobat PDF