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Name of ProgramEligibilityWhen is it available?Contact Person/Phone NumberDescription of Service
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NAMIParents and Students living with mental illness/effected by mental illnessThursday evenings- 6:30-9:00pm352-355-7770 or email: info@namigainesville.orgClasses for parents of students will mental illnesses to teach coping skills and how to manage working with their students. Provides resources and recommendations for counselors and therapists. Hold awareness walks and meetings often.
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NAMI Peer MentorsUnder 18 living with a mental health concernOngoingTo request a mentor: (352) 320-0457 or peerservices@namigainesville.orgThey will help the youth set and achieve personal goals, build on their strengths, and develop healthy coping strategies. The mentors will also assist the parents and family members with skills to bring out the best in their youth and share resources that offer further support.
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PACE School for GirlsGirls Ages 11-18 who have experienced hardships such as abuse, neglect, mentall illness, and traumaYear round, rolling admission, must be referred by a counselorLakesha Bowie, M.S. MFT, NCC
Intake Counselor
Pace Center for Girls, Alachua
1010 SE 4th Avenue Gainesville, Florida 32601
Office: 352-374-8799 Ext:8721 Cell: Cell: (352) 339-2231		This is a great program for girls who are one year or more behind in school and display at least 3 risk factors: victim of abuse, low income, grief, mental illness, health concerns, and more. This is a school that provides a smaller setting and allows students to recieve counseling while also getting their high school diploma in a very supportive setting.
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Florida PASS ProgramMigrant ChildrenYear round www.floridapass.org Online courses that are offered nationally
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Florida Youth Challenge16-18 year old, voluntaryTwice a yearhttps://www.floridayouthchallengeacademy.org/home/Residential, quasi-military experience, includes coursework
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Meridian School Based CounselingMedicaidTuesdays during schoolCatlin BauerMental health counseling
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CDSAt risk teensYear roundKarly Bell (352) 244-0628 Ext. 3872 Email: karly_bell@cdsfl.orgCase management and counseling services
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Child Advocacy CenterVictims of abuseYear round(352) 376-9161Counseling and legal services for victims of abuse; they work in partnership with law enforcement
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Project YouthbuildAges 16-24Starts in February Carrie Tam 352-225-3307 ctam@iwionline.orgFast track high school diploma, industry certification, 35 week program, Feb-Nov
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Career Source Innovation and Opportunity Act Youth ProgramAges 16-24, not in schoolYear roundLinda Bowie-Locklear p: (352) 244-5653 email: lbowie-locklear@careersourcencfl.comserve low income/at risk youth between 16-24 who are not in school (some in school) or not working to achieve their academic and employment goals. We want to help youth continue their educational and training goals in order to advance their skills and pursue the best careers. Youth may qualify for personal career counseling, work readiness activities, paid work experience, leadership development, and life skills
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Peer RespiteAges 18+WeeklyCherrell Richardson, cherrellgpr@gmail.comSmall groups offered weekly focusing on mental wellness, schedule available on website http://www.gainesvillerespite.org/
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Chrysalis HealthChildren ages 11 to 21 years of age with a mental health diagnosis or co-occurring substance abuse
diagnosis, at risk for out-of-home placement for whom traditional services have not been adequate as demonstrated by
repeated failures at less intensive levels of care, 2 or more hospitalization or repeated failures, involvement with DJJ or
multiple episodes involving law enforcement, or poor academic performance and/or suspensions. Children younger than
11 can be accepted into the program if they meet 2 or more of the criteria above.		Ongoing referrals Montia Morris, EdS, LMHC
Team Leader montiamorris@chrysalishealth.com		The Community Action Team (CAT) provides family support/ case management services, medical, mentors, counseling, and community resource connections
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High School High TechMust have a diagnosed disability (504 or IEP)Ongoing referrals ; meet once a monthCourtney Crocker CCrocker@cilncf.orgCareer planning, summer internships
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Vocational RehabYou may be eligible for VR services if your goal is to become employed and:

You have a physical or mental disability.
Your disability results in a significant barrier to employment.
You need VR services to get or keep a job.		Year round(352) 955-3200Examples of Vocational Rehabilitation Services:
Vocational Evaluation and Planning
Career Counseling and Guidance
Job Coaching
Job Placement
On-the-Job Training
Training and Education After High School
Job Site Assessment and Accommodations
Supported and Customized Employment
Assistive Technology and Devices
Medical and Psychological Assessment
Time-limited Medical and/or Psychological Treatment
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Crisis CenterAlachua County residentsYear round352-264-6789Free mental health counseling and suicide hotline
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College Reach Out Program at UFGuideline
Definition
< 185% Poverty Family’s taxable income did not exceed 185% of the poverty level
Participating in WAGES Family received temporary cash assistance under WAGES (Work and Gain Economic Self-sufficiency)
Received Public Assistance Family received public assistance
Free/Reduced Lunch Student eligible for Free or Reduced Lunch Program		Monday thru Thursday from 2:15 until 5:30. There is no tutoring when there are no classes for the school system or UF.Diva B. McPherson
Coordinator
dmcpherson@coe.ufl.edu
(352) 273-4366		After school tutoring. Monday thru Thursday from 2:15 until 5:30. There is no tutoring when there are no classes for the school system or UF.
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Dream on Purpose
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Family Promise of GainesvilleHomeless families with kidsHousing support
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