COMMUNITY RESOURCE GUIDE Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust Community Resource Guide Table of Contents

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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY HOMELESS TRUST COMMUNITY RESOURCE GUIDE Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust Community Resource Guide Table of Contents

Adults & Families Animal Care Services 3 Dental Services 3 Food Assistance 4 Clothing 11 Counseling 14 Domestic Violence & Sexual Violence Supportive Services 17 Employment/Training 18 HIV/AIDS Supportive Services 27 Immigration Services 27 Legal Services 28 Low-Cost Housing 29 Medical Care: Hospitals, Urgent Care Centers and Clinics 32 Mental Health/Behavioral Health Care 39 Shelter 42 Social Security Services 44 Substance Abuse Supportive Services 44

Elderly Services 45

Persons with Disabilities 50

2 Adults & Families

Animal Care

Animal Welfare Society of South Florida 2601 SW 27th Ave. Miami, FL 33133 305-858-3501

Born Free Shelter 786-205-6865

The Cat Network 305-255-3482

Humane Society of Greater Miami 1601 West Dixie Highway North Miami Beach, FL 33160 305-696-0800

Miami-Dade County Animal Services 3599 NW 79th Ave. Doral, FL 33122 311

Paws 4 You Rescue, Inc. 786-242-7377

Dental Services

Caring for Miami Project Smile 8900 SW 168th St. Palmetto Bay, FL 33157 786-430-1051

Community Smiles Dade County 750 NW 20th St., Bldg. G110 Miami, FL 33127 305-363-2222

3 Food Assistance

Camillus House, Inc. (English, Spanish & Creole) 1603 NW 7th Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-374-1065 Meals served to community homeless Mon. – Fri. 6:00 AM Showers to community homeless Mon. – Fri. 6:00 AM

Emergency assistance with shelter, food, clothing, job training and placement, residential substance abuse treatment and aftercare, behavioral health and maintenance, health care access and disease prevention, transitional and permanent housing (for those who qualify), crisis intervention and legal services.

Central Christian Church 222 Menores Ave. Coral Gables, FL 33134 305-446-6132

Christ Journey Church – Feed Miami Food Pantry 14266 SW 119 Ave. Miami, FL 33186 305-448-4425 Ext. 10115

City Reach Ministries (English and Spanish) 12236 SW 128th St. Miami, FL 33186 305-259-7677 Administration hours: Mon., Wed. & Fri.10:30 AM – 3:30 PM Food distribution hours: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM - 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month

Provides free food every month to the community. Clothing and shoes are available for children and adults. Clients are welcome to take those items free of charge on distribution night Free bread and pastries are provided daily.

Community Food Distribution Center 329 NE 166th St. Miami, FL 33162 786-693-6639

Community Health and Wellness Center of Miami, Inc. (English, Spanish and Creole) 759 NW 22 Ave., Suite 202 Miami, FL 33125 305-541-5245 Mon., Tue. & Thurs 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wed. 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Fri. 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Counselors and programs available to provide emotional support, information and guidance with interpersonal issues (including domestic violence). In partnership with FarmShare, teams provide a bag of nutritional food every Monday from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Community Outreach Resource Center/Food Pantry – Florida City (English and Spanish (limited) 824 West Palm Dr. Florida City, FL 33034 305-246-0460 Tue. & Thu. 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Provides groceries for individuals in need. Services are provided Tuesdays and Thursdays (daily for individuals in extreme distress). A written referral from Switchboard of Miami stating is required stating individual’s name, address, number in family and reason for emergency. The referral must be on the Switchboard of Miami letterhead and must include the agency’s contact information and signature.

Community Outreach Resource Center/Food Pantry – Homestead (English, Spanish and Creole) 29 NW 7th St. Homestead, FL 33030 305-246-0460 Mon., Wed. & Fri. 11 AM – 3:00 PM

Provides groceries for individuals in need. Services are provided Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (daily for individuals in extreme distress). A written referral from Switchboard of Miami stating is required stating individual’s name, address, number in family and reason for emergency. The referral must be on the Switchboard of Miami letterhead and must include the agency’s contact information and signature.

Curley’s House of Style Inc./Hope Food Bank (English and Spanish (limited) 6025 NW 6th Ct. Miami, FL 33127 305-759-9805 Tue. – Fri. 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Per week, Curley’s serves about 1,000 clients with bulk food products. Additional services include: informational flyers on diabetes, high blood pressure and job availabilities; and educational and financial literacy seminars. Food boxes are provided once per month per individual. Provides public access to breads and sweets on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Daily Bread Food Bank Reclamation Center 1363 NW 155th Dr. Miami, FL 33169 305-474-8805

Farm Share Food Program (English and Spanish) 14125 SW 320 St. Homestead, FL 33033 305-246-3276 www.farmshare.org

Farm Share’s mission is to alleviate hunger and malnutrition by collecting and distributing fresh and nutritious food to those who need it most. Check website for current schedule of services.

Food for Life Network – Food Bank (English, Spanish & Creole) 3510 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 209 Miami, FL 33137 305-576-3663 Mon. – Fri. 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Provides food bank services to clients who come to the facility to pick up groceries once a week. Also provides nutritional counseling and medical and psychological referral services. Must be diagnosed with AIDS/HIV or at or below poverty level to receive services.

Haitian Emmanuel Baptist Church (English, Spanish and Creole) 7321 NE 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33138 305-757-7515 Thu. 12:00 PM

Harvest Fire Worship Center 2260 NW 183rd St. Miami, FL 33056 305-620-2986 Every other Sat. 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Homestead Soup Kitchen (English and Spanish) 105 SW 3rd Ave. Homestead, FL 33030 Mon., Wed., Fri. 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Agency is fully staffed by volunteers and serves approximately 300 hot lunches for anyone who is hungry.

Holy Comforter Episcopal Church 150 SW 13th Ave. Miami, FL 33135 305-643-2711

Iglesia Adventista del Septimo Dia Los Peregrinos (Spanish) 110 Eucalyptus Dr. Hialeah, FL 33010 786-354-5189 Sat. 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Provides emergency food to families in need.

Jewish Community Services and Kosher Food Bank 305-947-8093 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 AM – 4 PM (Appointment required)

Provides meals to adults, families and Holocaust survivors as well as meal delivery services for homebound seniors.

Maranatha Seventh Day Adventist Church (English) 18900 NW 32nd Ave. Miami Gardens, FL 33055 305-620-9091 Every 1st and 3rd Wed. of the month 9:30 AM

Provides emergency food baskets to families in need.

MBCS – Food Boxes (English and Spanish) 2490 NW 35th St. Miami, FL 33142 305-638-2283 Sun. 6:30 PM

Provides food boxes to low income families at Miami Jackson Senior High School. Also provides clothing and shoes to adults and children based on availability.

Miami-Dade County Community Action and Human Services (English, Spanish and Creole) Mon. – Fri. 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Provides assistance to those experiencing a one-time crisis situation which interrupts their ability to pay utility bills, rent, mortgage or secure necessary food. The program also provides assistance for temporary shelter on a limited basis. The customer must be able to document the crisis and show ability to maintain expenses after the receiving emergency assistance. Customer must provide picture ID, proof of income and documented proof of need/crisis.

Accion Community Resource Center – Emergency Food and Shelter 970 SW 1st St. 3rd and 4th Floors Miami, FL 33128 305-545-2224 or 305-547-4892

Coconut Grove Community Resource Center – Emergency Food and Shelter 3750 S. Dixie Highway Miami, FL 33133 305-446-3311 7

Culmer Community Resource Center – Emergency Food and Shelter 1600 NW 3rd Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-438-4161

Edison Community Resource Center – Emergency Food and Shelter 150 NW 79th St. Miami, FL 33150 305-758-9662

Florida City Community Resource Center – Emergency Food and Shelter 1600 NW 6th Ct. Florida City, FL 33034 305-247-2068

Joseph Caleb Community Resource Center – Emergency Food and Shelter 2301 NW 54th St. Miami, FL 33142 305-636-2200 or 305-636-2296

Hialeah Community Resource Center – Emergency Food and Shelter 300 East 1st Ave. Hialeah, FL 33010 305-884-4801

Rev. Dr. Edward T. Graham Community Resource Center 16405 NW 25th Ave. Miami Gardens, FL 33054 305-623-6500

Naranja Community Resource Center 13955 SW 264th St. Naranja, FL 33032 305-258-5471

Perrine Community Resource Center 17801 Homestead Ave. Miami, FL 33157 305-254-5804

South Beach Community Resource Center 833 Sixth St. Miami Beach, FL 33139 305-672-1705

South Dade Skills Center 28300 SW 152nd Ave. Homestead, FL 33033 305-247-7839

Wynwood Community Resource Center 2905 NW 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33127 305-547-7661

Miami Gardens Food Pantry 18041 NW 22nd Ave. Miami Gardens, FL 33056 305-610-4004

Miami Rescue Mission (English and Spanish) 2020 NW 1st Ave. Miami, FL 33127 305-571-2211

Serves outdoor meals Mon., Wed., Fri. and Sat. at 3 PM. Showers (men only) Mon., Wed., Fri. and Sat. at 3 PM.

Ministerio International 16300 SW 137th Ave. Miami, FL 33177 305-255-4407

Ministerios Nueva Vision 14881 SW 288th St. Homestead, FL 33033 305-688-5162

Missionaries of Charity – Mother Teres Home for Women in Distress (English and Spanish) 724 NW 17th St. Miami, FL 33136 305-545-5699 Soup kitchen open every day from 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM except Thursdays

Provides emergency night shelter for women and children (and boys under age 4 years). Dinner and breakfast are provided, as well as emergency clothing and toiletries. Soup kitchen for men is available. Also provides food and clothing to severely needy families. Sisters will visit the family home, assess needs and provide dry food. Emergency shelter is only for women, children and boys ages 4 and under. Cannot accept those with drug/alcohol or mental problems.

Mother Teresa Missionaries of Charity 724 NW 17th St. Miami, FL 33136 305-545-5699

Mount Calvary Baptist Church 1140 NW 62nd St. Miami, FL 33150 305-759-8226 Food available on the 4th Wed. of every month from 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM (or until food runs out) After receiving food, clients may visit the clothing area. Baby items, such as clothes, shoes and baby strollers, are sometimes available. Must show up early to receive food.

New Evangelical Missionary Church of God 450 NW 82nd St. Miami, FL 33150 305-588-4904

New Hope Assembly of God Church (English and Spanish) 29351 SW 169th Ave. Homestead, FL 33030 786-487-4536 Wed. 10 AM – 4 PM (please call before arriving) Sun. 12:30 PM (please call before arriving)

Operates as a food bank for emergency food and provides spiritual caregiving/counseling

Open Arms – Emergency Assistance Program (English and Spanish) 5556 SW 8th St. Coral Gables, FL 33134 305-263-3259 Every 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 9:00 AM

On the 2nd Thursday of every month, provides food distribution of canned goods and fresh produce On the 4th Thursday of every month, provides food distribution of canned food only

Pass It On Ministries (English and Spanish) 14617 NW 7th Ave. Miami, FL 33168 305-681-1594 Mon. – Fri. 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Provides emergency food and clothing and also networks with other agencies to help resolve individual client issues. Assistance is provided on an emergency basis once per year. If client has already received their one-time annual assistance, they must prove to be in an extreme crisis situation in order to receive additional (which will consist of a care package of bread and pastries).

Saint Joseph Patron of Universal Church (English and Spanish) 8670 Byron Ave. Miami Beach, FL 33141 305-866-6567 Food Pantry hours: Sat. 9:00 AM (please call first)

Food is distributed on a first come first serve basis and is available until food runs out for the day

Salvation Army – Community Pantry (English, Spanish and Creole) 1907 NW 38th St. Miami, FL 33142 305-637-6720 Mon. - Thu. 8:30 AM

The Community Pantry provides daily groceries Monday through Thursday at 8:30 AM to the first 25 people on a first come first serve basis.

Shalom Community UMC 900 NE 132nd St. North Miami, FL 33161 305-892-9204

St. Andrews Episcopal Church 14260 Old Cutler Rd. Palmetto Bay, FL 33158 305-238-2161

Temple Beth Sholom – Food Pantry (English and Hebrew) 4144 Chase Ave. Miami Beach, FL 33140 305-538-7231 1st Tue. of every month 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Provides Publix gift cards on a first come first serve basis to anyone in the community in need of food.

The True Deliverance Church of Christ 18300 SW 109th Ave. Miami, FL 33157 305-254-2163 Food Service: Tue. and Thu. 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Food and discounted items such as household, clothing, diapers, soap, deodorant, etc. are available.

Clothing

Best Used Clothing 1301 NW 89th Ct. Doral, FL 33172 305-499-4112

Camillus Day Center (English, Spanish & Creole) 1603 NW 7th Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-374-1065 Mon. – Fri. before 6:30 AM

Free hot showers for men and women. Clients may obtain a free exchange of clean clothing and shoes in conjunction with the shower program or via special referral.

Clothing and shoes are available for children and adults. Clients are welcome to take those items free of charge on food distribution nights.

Dis Vintage 5600 NW 32nd Ave. Miami, FL 33142 305-633-1250

Dress for Success/Career Gear 1600 NW 3rd Ave., #111 Miami, FL 33136 305-444-1944

Providing a network of support, professional attire and the developmental tools to help women and men thrive in work and life.

First United Methodist Church of Miami 245 NW 8th St. Miami, FL 33136 305-361-4706 Sun. and Thu. 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Offers showers as well as clothing, blankets and other necessities when available.

Good Will 2121 NW 21st St. Miami, FL 33142 305-672-2025 or 305-858-4583

MBCS (English and Spanish) 2490 NW 35th St. Miami, FL 33142 305-638-2283 Sun. 6:30 PM

Provides clothing and shoes to adults and children based on availability.

Matthews Clothes & Shoes, Inc. 2480 NW 20th St. Miami, FL 33142 786-363-8773

Miami Rescue Mission 2159 NW 1st Ct. Miami, FL 33127 305-571-2217

Missionaries of Charity – Mother Teresa Home for Women in Distress (English and Spanish) 724 NW 17th St. Miami, FL 33136 305-545-5699 Soup kitchen open every day from 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM except Thursdays

Mount Calvary Baptist Church 1140 NW 62nd St. Miami, FL 33150 305-759-8226 Food available on the 4th Wed. of every month from 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM (or until food runs out)

After receiving food, clients may visit the clothing area. Baby items, such as clothes, shoes and baby strollers, are sometimes available. Must show up early to receive food.

Neat Stuff, Inc. 2624 NW 21st Terr. Miami, FL 33142 305-638-5878

Pass It On Ministries (English and Spanish) 14617 NW 7th Ave. Miami, FL 33168 305-681-1594 Mon. – Fri. 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Part of the Solution Foundation, Inc. 6023 NW 22nd Ave. Miami, FL 33142 786-486-2895

Provides donated, lightly used children’s (and some adult) clothing and school uniforms. Additional information and referrals for housing provided to the homeless, disabled and veterans. Call before visiting or obtain referral from Switchboard of Miami (211).

The True Deliverance Church of Christ 18300 SW 109th Ave. Miami, FL 33157 305-254-2163 Food Service: Tue. and Thu. 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Food and discounted items such as household, clothing, diapers, soap, deodorant, etc. are available.

Counseling

Advocate Program – Central/Intake Center 1399 NW 17th Ave., 2nd Floor Miami, FL 33125 305-704-0200

Advocate Program – South Dade 10700 Caribbean Blvd., #105 Cutler Bay, FL 33189 305-704-0200 Ext. 401

Advocate Program – West Dade 1150 NW 72nd Ave., #100 Miami, FL 33126 305-704-0200 Ext. 100

Offers outpatient substance abuse counseling, outpatient mental health services, individual supportive, psychotherapy, group counseling and case management services.

Banyan Health Systems (24 Hour Crisis Stabilization – Adults & Children) 3850 Flagler St. Miami, FL 33134 305-774-3300

Individual and group therapy

Belafonte Tacolcy Care Coordination Program (English, Spanish & Creole) 6161 NW 9th Ave. Miami, FL 33127 305-751-1295

This program develops a case plan on family concerns and provides a 90 day follow up on progress. Services offered include parenting skills, individual/family counseling, employment resources, food stamps, Medicaid, cash assistance and substance dependency.

Care Resource – Little Havana 1901 SW 1st St., 3rd Floor Miami, FL 33135 305-203-5230

Care Resource – Miami Beach 1680 Michigan Ave., Suite 912 Miami Beach, FL 33139 305-534-0503

Care Resource – Midtown 3801 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33137 305-576-1234

Provides individual, couple, group and family therapy. Also experienced in issues unique to communities of color and LGBTQ.

Community Health of South Florida, Inc. (CHI) Doris Ison Health Center 10300 SW 216th St. Miami, FL 33190 305-253-5100

Healthy Connections CMHC 2780 SW 37th Ave., #206 Miami, FL 33133 305-646-0112

Offers a full range of psychological services to include adult, adolescent, child, couples and family therapy.

Institute for Child & Family Health (ICFH) - North Dade 15490 NW 7th Ave. Miami, FL 33169 305-685-0381

Institute for Child & Family Heath (ICFH) – Sunset 9380 Sunset Dr. Miami, FL 33173 305-274-3172

NAMI of Miami (National Alliance on Mental Illness 299 Alhambra Circle, Suite 224 Coral Gables, FL 33134 305-665-2540

National Alliance to Nurture the Aged and Youth, In. (NANAY) 659 NE 125th St. North Miami, FL 33161 305-981-3232

Provides psychological, social, health and emotional support and counseling for youth and elders 60+. Offers individual/family counseling.

New Horizons Community Mental Health Center 1469 NW 36th St. Miami, FL 33142 305—635-0366

Individual, family and group counseling

Pridelines 305-571-9601

Provides a wide-range of services such as counseling/support, civic advocacy, social groups, and HIV/AIDS services for all LGBTQ.

Regis House – Main Office 2010 NW 7th St. Miami, FL 33126 305-642-7600

Regis House – Adolescent & Family 9225 W 158th Ln. Miami, FL 33157 305-254-1928

Community-based organization which offers various programs and services such as co-occurring psychiatric/mental health, substance abuse services, individual, group and family counseling/therapy, school-based prevention programs and public assistance programs.

The Lodge – Emergency Shelter for Domestic Violence Victims (English, Spanish, Creole, French & Sign Language) PO Box 470728 Miami, FL 33147 305-693-0232

The Lodge provides emergency shelter for survivors of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and their dependents. Clients that do not wish to remain in the shelter may also receive assistance. In addition, The Lodge provides emergency assistance to male survivors of domestic violence (regardless of sexual orientation). Services include: information and referral counseling, case management, child assessment, food, financial assistance, housing and shelter, support groups for women and therapy from Douglas Gardens (on-site).

Thelma Gibson Health Initiatives, Inc. 3750 S. Dixie Highway Coconut Grove, FL 33133 305-446-1543

Provides array of social services to underserved groups for HIV/AIDS, homelessness, mental health and substance abuse with free and confidential HIV/AIDS testing and counseling for those aged 14+. Serves youth and families under the Children’s Trust Youth Prevention Intervention Program.

Trinity Church/Peacemakers Family Center 17801 NW 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33169 786-888-4673

Assists individuals and families in crisis with case management and crisis counseling.

Domestic Violence & Sexual Violence Supportive Services

Florida Domestic Violence (24 hr. crisis hotline) 1-800-500-1119

Coordinated Victims Assistance Center (CVAC) 2400 South Dixie Highway Miami, FL 33133 305-285-5900

In Transition Program (North) 305-899-4600

In Transition Program (South) 786-293-3394

Advocates for Victims SafeSpace Hotline (North) 305-758-2546

Advocates for Victims SafeSpace Hotline (Central) 305-693-0232

Advocates for Victims SafeSpace Hotline (South) 305-245-5011

The Lodge/Victim Response, Inc. Crisis line: 305-693-0232 Administrative: 305-693-1170

Lotus House 217 NW 15th St. Miami, FL 33136 305-438-0556

MUJER (Men and Women in Justice, Education and Reform) 27112 South Dixie Hwy. Naranja, FL 33032 Helpline: 305-763-2459 Main Office: 305-247-1388

Employment/Training

Abriendo Puertas, Inc. 1401 SW 1st St., Suite 209 Miami, FL 33135 305-649-6449

Provides job placement referrals in addition to various classes and trainings through the Adult and Community Education Program.

Association for the Development of the Exceptional (ADP 2801 North Miami Ave. Miami, FL 33127 305-573-3737

Offers adult day training, culinary art training and supported employment for persons with a primary disability of mental retardation ages 18+ years old with a secondary disability of cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, behavioral or physical challenges, auditory of speech challenges or other conditions categorized as developmental disabilities.

Ayuda Miami – Family Empowerment 7144 Byron Av. Miami Beach, FL 33141 305-864-6885

Provides life skills programs that support self-sufficiency to at-rist and underserved children and families in South Florida.

Belafonte Tacolcy – Care Coordination Program 6161 NW 9th Ave. Miami, FL 33127 305-751-1295

This program develops a case plan on family concerns and provides a 90-day follow up on progress. Services offered include parenting skills training, individual and family counseling, employment resources, food stamps, Medicaid, cash assistance and substance dependency.

Branches – United Way Center for Financial Stability (North Dade) 11500 NW 12th Ave. Miami, FL 33168 305-442-8306

Branches – United Way Center for Financial Stability (South Dade) 129 SW 5th Ave. Homestead, FL 33034 305-442-8306

Provides the tools and resources necessary to help individuals achieve financial stability. Services include: financial coaching and education, credit counseling, free income tax preparation, free life insurance through LifeBridge, affordable internet, benefits enrollment, employment services (job training, interviewing skills and resume building), financial workshops, seminars and trainings and other asset building services.

Camillus House, Inc. 1603 NW 7th Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-374-1065

Fully integrated programs and services are provided through multiple core competency areas that include emergency services, housing, health care, substance abuse treatment and job training and placement. Emergency assistance with food, clothing and shelter, job training and placement, residential substance abuse treatment and aftercare, behavioral health and maintenance, health care access and disease prevention, transitional and permanent housing, crisis intervention and legal services.

CareerSource of South Florida Main Office 7300 Corporate Center Dr., Suite 500 Miami, FL 33126 305-594-76153

CareerSource Carol City Center – By appointment only 4888 NW 183rd St., Suites 201-206 Miami Gardens. FL 33055 305-620-8012

CareerSource Edison Courts Re-Employment Center 325 NW 62nd St. Miami, F 33150 305-795-2058

CareerSource Hialeah Downtown Center 240 East 1st Ave., Suite 222 Hialeah, FL 33010 305-883-8070

CareerSource Homestead Center 28951 South Dixie Highway Homestead, FL 33033 305-242-5373

CareerSource Little Havana Center 5040 NW 7th St., Suite 200 Miami, FL 33126 305-442-6900

CareerSource Northside Center 7900 NW 27th Ave., Suite 200 Miami, FL 33147 305-693-2060

CareerSource North Miami Beach Center 801 NE 167th St. North Miami Beach, FL 33162 305-654-7175

CareerSource Opa-Locka Center 780 Fisherman St., Suite 110 Opa-Locka, FL 33054 305-953-3415

CareerSource Perrine Center 18901 SW 106 Ave., Suite 218 Miami, FL 33157 305-252-4440

CareerSource West Dade Center 8485 Bird Rd., 2nd Floor Miami, FL 33155 305-228-2300

Job training programs, job fairs, job search, workshops, unemployment claims and professional placement network.

CNC - Refugee Employment and Training Program 1223 SW 4th St., 2nd Floor Miami, FL 33135 305-642-3484 Ext. 141

Catalyst Miami/Public Allies Miami 786-232-3008 Apply online at www.publicallies.org

Offers training and employment programs. Applicants must be 18+, have a high school diploma or GED and be a US citizen or resident.

Center for Independent Living of South Florida (For Persons with Disabilities) 4770 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 150 Miami, FL 33137 305-751-8025 or 786-347-7318 (Videophone)

CILSF serves any adult or child with a physical, psychological, cognitive or sensory impairment. It is the single point of access to resources for people with disabilities. Provides information and referral, peer support, pre-vocational skills, advocacy, loan closet job search/placement and low-cost housing.

Centro Campesino Farm Workers 35801 SW 186th Ave. Florida City, FL 33034 305-245-7738

Provides job skills training and placement for farm workers as well as leadership training and youth development.

Church World Service 1924 NW 84th Ave. Doral, FL 33126 305-774-6770

Services include preparation of resumes, employment services, community orientation, counseling services, case management services and maintenance assistance.

Community Coalition, Inc. – Refugee Program 240 East 1st Ave., #207 Hialeah, FL 33010 305-887-4140

Provides help to participants in obtaining and retaining employment. Also provides assistance with transportation services. Offers immigrant/refugee employment programs. Must have less than 5 years living in the US and legally able to work.

Creative Staffing – Kendall 7700 North Kendall Dr., #304 Miami, FL 33156 305-279-7799

Creative Staffing – North Miami 6625 Miami Lakes Dr., #382 Miami Lakes, FL 33014 305-362-5300

Dress for Success/Career Gear 1600 NW 3rd Ave., #111 Miami, FL 33136 305-444-1944

Providing a network of support, professional attire and the developmental tools to help women and men thrive in work and life.

Goodwill 2121 NW 21st St. Miami, FL 33142 305-326-4205

Services offered include job development and placement, supported employment and work services.

Hispanic Coalition 5659 West Flagler St. Coral Gables, FL 33134 305-262-0060

Provides job placement, at-risk youth and family intervention and immigration assistance to new immigrants.

Jackson CMHC – TANF 15055 NW 27th Ave. Opa-Locka, FL 33054 786-466-2800

Assessment, case management, screening and treatment services are available for those with employment and familial instability. These services are also available to families that are 200% below poverty level.

JCS – Project Hope Employment Assistance 735 NE 125th St. Miami, FL 33161 305-576-6550

Offers job search/placement and job training formats for homeless individuals in need of employment assistance.

Latin Chamber of Commerce 1401 West Flagler St. Miami, FL 33135 305-642-3870

Small business program

Little Havana Activities and Nutrition Centers 700 SW 8th St. Miami, FL 33130 305-858-2610

Refugee employment program

Lotus House Thrift Chic Boutique 2040 NW 7th Ave. Miami, FL 33127 305-576-4112

This program is a boutique, donation center and retail work program benefiting the Lotus House. Our Chic Boutique provides vocational training opportunities for Lotus House guests and alumni to gain skills, work experience and skills to build a nest egg to start their new lives off the streets. Professional development opportunities include basic life skills, educational programs, employment training, basic job readiness, retain job training, barista job training and e-commerce job training.

Lutheran Services Florida 9740 SW 24th St. Miami, FL 33165 305-559-1177

Employment Program

MBCS – FRIEND (English and Spanish) 2490 NW 35th St. Miami, FL 33142 305-638-2283

MDC Community Action and Human Services - Computer Training and Computer Repair Training

Accion Community Resource Center – Emergency Food and Shelter 970 SW 1st St. 3rd and 4th Floors Miami, FL 33128 305-545-2224 or 305-547-4892

Joseph Caleb Community Resource Center – Emergency Food and Shelter 2301 NW 54th St. Miami, FL 33142 305-636-2200 or 305-636-2296

Rev. Dr. Edward T. Graham Community Resource Center 16405 NW 25th Ave. Miami Gardens, FL 33054 305-623-6500

Naranja Community Resource Center 13955 SW 264th St. Naranja, FL 33032 305-258-5471

Perrine Community Resource Center 17801 Homestead Ave. Miami, FL 33157 305-254-5804

MDC – Community Action and Human Services - Youth Employment Services:

North Center 810 NW 28th St. Miami, FL 33127 305-638-4672

South Center 15355 Harding Lane Homestead, FL 33030 305-242-7938

Youth education, training and employment services.

MDC – Community Action and Human Services - Farmworker Program 28300 SW 152nd Ave. Homestead, FL 33033 305-245-5865

Career assessment, planning, counseling, vocation and academic training, educational financial assistance and job placement for farmworkers and their dependents . Open Arms – Employment and Career Development 5556 SW 8th St. Coral Gables, FL 33134 305-263-3259

Employment specialist will work closely to identify goals, objectives and planning needs to include employment assessment, job search assistance, research labor market, network with employers, job development and job placement, referrals to job fairs and assistance with resumes.

Project Upstart 305-995-7558

Provides services for MDCPS students with families experiencing homelessness. Support services include transportation, tutoring, and parent workshops.

Richmond-Perrine Optimist Club – Work Experience Program 18055 Homestead Ave. Miami, FL 33157 305-233-9325

Provides employability skills training, job placement and a stipend for services rendered. Services provided to West Perrine and Goulds.

Salvation Army 1907 NW 38th St. Miami, FL 33142 305-637-6700

Temporary Shelter is intended to empower people to regain their independence and self-sufficiency. Salvation Army guests receive housing, meals, case management and life skills instruction and counseling in a clean, safe and supportive environment. Additional services include tutoring, support groups, spiritual support and ad-hoc community services for employment and housing opportunities.

Sant La/Haitian Neighborhood Center – Employment Placement Assistance 5000 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 110 Miami, FL 33137 305-573-4871

Assistance with employment and job placement by referring clients to employers who may have open positions. Provides access to South Florida Workforce’s Access Point system and offers resume assistance. Additionally, clients are provided assistance in filing unemployment compensation claims and follow-up assistance with claiming UC weeks or any other UC/AWI issues.

Skilled Resources, Inc. 2005 SW 1st St. Miami, FL 33135 305-637-4770

Provides temporary employment services in areas of construction, cleaning, etc.

Transition – Job Placement Program for Offenders 1550 NW 3rd Ave., Bldg. C Miami, FL 33136 305-571-2001

Transition, Inc. interviews, counsels, provides employability skills training, personal budgeting, cognitive/behavioral job training and refers clients to employers willing to hire ex-offenders. Also assists employers in receiving tax credits, pre-screens applicants, provides bonding service and conducts follow-up.

Trinity Church/Peacemakers Family Center 17801 NW 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33169 786-888-4673

Assists individuals and families in crisis with case management, crisis, housing and legal counseling, job counseling and placement referral services and unemployment insurance benefit counseling.

US Dept. of Labor and Employment Security Joseph Caleb Auditorium 5400 NW 22nd Ave., #303 Miami, FL 33142 305-636-2480

Veterans of American (Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program) 1492 West Flagler St. Miami, FL 33135 305-642-7567

In partnership with the Veteran’s Employment and Training Services, Volunteers of American provides job readiness, training, placement and follow-up services to target local workforce demands with both classroom-based learning and on the job training. Veterans participate in job searches and receive supportive services to ease their return to employment.

Volunteers of America (Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program) 1492 West Flagler St. Miami, FL 33135 305-642-7567

In partnership with Veterans Employment and Training Services, provides job readiness, training, placement and follow-up services to target local workforce demands with both classroom-based learning and on-the-job training. Veterans participate in job searches and receive supportive services to ease their return into employment.

World Relief South Florida Inter-Church Employment Ministry Network 2742 SW 8th St., #208 Miami, FL 33135 305-541-8320

Year Up South FL 25 NE 2nd St., Bldg. 5 - Room 5512 Miami, FL 33132 305-237-7240

Provides one-year intensive training program for urban young adults 18-24 with combination of hands-on technical and professional skills, college credit and corporate internships.

YWCA of Greater Miami – Adult Training Program 351 NW 5th St. Miami, FL 33128 305-377-9922

Economic empowerment programs, job training, financial literacy training and leadership development for women.

HIV/AIDS

AIDS Healthcare Foundation/Out of the Closet Thrift Store 2900 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33137 305-674-3773

Care Resource Dade 3801 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33137 305-576-1234

Florida AID Hotline English 1-800-352-2437 Spanish 1-800-545-7432 Creole 1-800-243-7101

Jackson Health System South Florida AIDS Network 1611 NW 12th Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-585-1111

Immigration Services

Americans for Immigrant Justice 3000 Biscayne Blvd., #400 Miami, FL 33137 305-573-1106

Catholic Legal Services – Main Office Archdiocese of Miami, Inc. 28 West Flagler St., 10th Floor Miami, FL 33130 305-373-1073

Catholic Legal Services – Doral Office 7855 NW 12th St., #114 Miami, FL 33126 305-887-8333

Centro Campesino Farmworker Center 35801 SW 186th Ave. Homestead, FL 33034 305-245-7738

Church World Services 1924 NW 84th Ave. Miami, FL 33126 305-774-6770

Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc. 4343 West Flagler St., #100 Miami, FL 33134 305-576-0080

Redlands Christian Migrant Association 13600 SW 312 St. Homestead, FL 33090 305-242-2577

Legal Services

Lawyer for Children America 200 South Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33131 305-379-8564

Catholic Legal Services – Main Office Archdiocese of Miami, Inc. 28 West Flagler St., 10th Floor Miami, FL 33130 305-373-1073

Catholic Legal Services – Doral Office 7855 NW 12th St., #114 Miami, FL 33126 305-887-8333

Dade Legal Aid 123 NW 1st Ave. Miami, FL 33128 305-349-7474

Human Services Coalition 260 NE 17th Terr., #200 Miami, FL 33132 305-576-5001

Florida Guardian Ad Litem Program 155 NW 3rd St. Miami, FL 33128 305-679-2222

Legal Services of Greater Miami 3000 Biscayne Blvd., #500 Miami, FL 33137 305-576-0080

Miami-Dade State Attorneys Office 1350 NW 12th Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-547-0100

Low-Cost Housing

Better Way of Miami Permanent Housing Program 800 NW 28th St. Miami, FL 33127 305-634-3409

Housing is reserved for individuals and/or their families who are living in places not intended for human habitation (e.g., streets) or in emergency shelters or transitional housing (with prior homelessness). The programs allow for a variety of housing choices and a range of supportive services funded by Better Way and other sources in response to the needs of the hard-to-reach homeless population with disabilities.

Camillus House/SRO Residence, Inc. 2735 NW 19th Ave. Miami, FL 33142 305-374-1065 or 305-634-1065

Carrfour Supportive Housing 1398 SW 1st St., #1201 Miami, FL 33135 305-381-8300

Centro Campesino Farmworker Center Self-Help Housing Program 35801 SW 186th Ave. Florida City, FL 33034 305-245-7738

Centro Campesino Farmworker Center, Inc. is a not-for-profit development corporation dedicated to improving the quality of life and self-sufficiency of farmworkers and their dependents and other South and Central Florida residents of low to moderate income through community building and economic development, provision of affordable housing and related services as well as education programs for people of all ages.

Citrus Health Network/Supportive Housing Services 4175 West 20th Ave. Hialeah, FL 33012 305-825-0300

Housing services provided through Citrus is solely for adults/families with a disability often due to a chronic mental illness or a co-occurring disorder, victims of domestic violence, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans and the chronically homeless.

Collaborative Development Corporation 3628 Grand Ave. Coconut Grove, FL 33133 305-446-3095

East Little Havana Community Development Corporation 1465 SW 8th St., #103 Miami, FL 33135

Provides affordable low-income housing in the form of homeownership units and rental units.

Emergency Housing Opportunities for People With AIDS (HOPWA) City of Miami Dept. of Housing & Community Development - Miami Riverside Center 444 SW 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33130 305-416-1927

Fellowship House/Residence Services 5711 South Dixie Hwy Miami, FL 33143 305-667-1036

Assists adults with severe and persistent psychiatric disabilities, and individuals that also have co- occurring substance abuse disorders, achieve the maximum level of community integration and self- reliance. This is accomplished by providing a comprehensive continuum of programs and services offering supportive opportunities for vocational and social rehabilitation as well as residential options, psychiatric and case management services.

Habitat for Humanity 3800 NW 22nd Ave. Miami, FL 33142 305-634-3428 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Provides access to improved shelter through its products and services.

Haitian American Community Development Corp. 181 NE 82nd St., #2 Miami, FL 33138 305-759-2542

Provides decent, affordable housing as well as educational and business enterprise opportunities through programs that create and sustain economic advancement in Haitian American communities.

Hialeah Housing Authority 75 East 6th St. Hialeah, FL 33010 305-888-8744

The Hialeah Housing Authority is dedicated to providing quality, affordable housing to eligible, low- income families in its community.

Housing Opportunities Project for Excellence (HOPE) – Discrimination Assistance 11501 NW 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33168 305-651-4673

Investigates and assists in the resolution of fair housing discrimination complaints.

Little Haiti Housing Authority 181 NE 82nd St. Miami, FL 33138 305-759-2542

Lutheran Services Florida 8532 SW 8th St. Miami, FL 33144 305-969-8700

Miami Behavioral Health Center/Housing 305-774-3400

Miami Beach Housing Authority 200 Alton Rd. Miami Beach, FL 33139 305-532-6401

Miami-Dade Public Housing and Community Development 701 NW 1st Ct. Miami, FL 33136 786-469-4100 Mon. – Fri. 8 AM – 5 PM

Neighborhood Housing Services of South Florida 300 NW 12th Ave. Miami, FL 33128 305-571-5511 31

South Florida Behavioral Health Network, Inc. (SFBHN) has developed a housing directory which lists the housing programs provided at each community agency. Please go to www.sfbhn.org to access the housing directory. If you are homeless and need rental assistance, please call 1-877-994-4357.

United States Department of Veteran Affairs 1201 NW 16th St. Miami, FL 33126 305-325-3325 or Hotline: 1-877-4AID-VET

Medical Care: Hospitals, Urgent Care Centers and Clinics

In case of an emergency, dial 911. Below is a list of hospitals and urgent care centers. All hospitals, including privately owned, are required by law to treat a patient or transfer them to a public, state funded hospital. Call the toll-free number below to get information about the statewide Medicaid managed care medical assistance.

Aventura Hospital & Medical Center 20900 Biscayne Blvd. Aventura, FL 33180 305-682-7000

Baptist Hospital of Miami and Baptist Children’s Hospital (Main Campus – Adults & Children) 8900 N. Kendall Dr. 786-596-1960

Baptist Hospital Urgent Care at Country Walk 13500 SW 152nd St. Miami, FL 33177 786-596-4300

Baptist Hospital West Kendall 9555 SW 162nd Ave. Miami, FL 33196 786-467-2000

Brickell Urgent Care (Div. of South Miami Hospital) 2660 Brickell Ave. Miami, FL 33129 786-467-5320

Camillus Health Clinic 1545 NW 7th Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-577-4840

Clini Sanitas Medical Center - Kendall (Spanish) 7135 SW 117th Ave. Miami, FL 33183 1-844-665-4827 32

Community Health and Wellness Center of Miami, Inc. – Hialeah 1671 West 37th St., #3 Hialeah, FL 33012 305-728-4880

Community Health and Wellness Center of Miami, Inc. – Miami 759 NW 22nd Ave. Miami, FL 33125 305-541-5245

Community Health and Wellness Center of Miami, Inc. – Coral Way 7237 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33155 305-269-6783

Community Health and Wellness Center of Miami, Inc. – Eureka 11648 Quail Roost Dr. Miami, FL 33157 786-701-9135

Community Health and Wellness Center of Miami, Inc. – West Kendall 13550 N. Kendall Dr., #160 Miami, FL 33186 305-385-7304

Family practice, mental heath and social services

Community Health of South Florida, Inc. (CHI) Doris Ison Health Center 10300 SW 216th St. Miami, FL 33190 305-253-5100

Concentra Urgent Care (Doral) 7800 NW 25th St., Suite 4 Doral, FL 33122 305-593-2174

Concentra Urgent Care (North Miami) 17601 NW 2nd Ave., Suite 5 Miami, FL 33169 305-770-4500

Concentra Urgent Care (Pinecrest) 10205 South Dixie Highway, Suite 102 Pinecrest, FL 33156 305-666-5971

Coral Gables Hospital 3100 Douglas Rd. Coral Gables, FL 33134 305-445-8461

Coral Gables Urgent Care (Div. of South Miami Hospital) 10 Giralda Ave. Coral Gables, FL 33134 786-467-5000

Coral Gables Urgent Care at University Center (Div. of South Miami Hospital) 1240 S. Dixie Highway Coral Gables, FL 33146 786-467-5080

Country Walk Urgent Care (Corsica Square) 15721 SW 152nd St. Miami, FL 33187 786-595-3710

Doctors Hospital 5000 University Drive Coral Gables, FL 33146 786-308-3000

Doral Urgent Care (Div. of South Miami Hospital) 9915 NW 41st St. Doral, FL 33178 786-596-3830

Downtown Doral Urgent Care (Div. of South Miami Hospital) 8400 NW 53rd St. Doral, FL 33166 786-595-3600

Hialeah Hospital 651 East 25th St. Hialeah, FL 33033 305-693-6100

Holtz Children’s Hospital (Div. of Jackson Health) 1611 NW 12th Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-585-5437

Homestead Hospital (Div. of Baptist Hospital) 975 Baptist Way Homestead, FL 33033 786-243-8000

Jackson Memorial Hospital 1611 NW 12th Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-585-1111

Jackson North Medical Center 160 NW 170th St. North Miami Beach, FL 33169 305-651-1100

Jackson South Medical Center 9333 SW 152nd St. Miami, FL 33157 305-251-2500

Kendale Lakes Urgent Care (Div. of Baptist Hospital) 14661 SW 56 St. Miami, FL 33175 786-467-5260

Kendall Regional Medical Center 11750 SW 40th St. Miami, FL 33175 305-223-3000

Key Biscayne Urgent Care 240 Crandon Blvd., Suite 110 Key Biscayne, FL 33149 786-595-8250

Kindred Hospital South Florida 5190 SW 8th St. Coral Gables, FL 33134 305-448-1585

Larkin Community Hospital 7031 SW 62nd Ave. South Miami, FL 33143 305-284-7500

MD Now Urgent Care Center (Bird Rd.) 4001 SW 72nd Ave. Miami, FL 305-663-5770

MD Now Urgent Care Center (Brickell) 1250 South Miami Ave. Miami, FL 305-571-6250

MD Now Urgent Care Center (Coral Way) 2750 Coral Way Miami, FL 305-569-9942

MD Now Urgent Care Center (Cutler Bay) 18851 S. Dixie Highway Cutler Bay, FL 305-255-7797

MD Now Urgent Care Center (Dadeland) 6605 S. Dixie Highway Miami, FL 786-292-5882

MD Now Urgent Care Center (Homestead) 792 S. Homestead Blvd. Homestead, FL 786-379-5988

MD Now Urgent Care Center (Kendall) 14085 SW 88th St. Miami, FL 305-752-1803

MD Now Urgent Care Center (Le Jeune) 150 NW 42nd Ave. Miami, FL 786-753-7501

MD Now Urgent Care Center (Hialeah/Miami Lakes) 16735 NW 67th Ave., Suite 102 Hialeah, FL 305-557-4556

MD Now Urgent Care Center (Midtown) 2310 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 786-579-1222

MD Now Urgent Care Center (North Miami) 12555 Biscayne Blvd. North Miami, FL 305-379-4442

MD Now Urgent Care Center (North Miami Beach/Skylake) 1770 NE Miami Gardens Dr. North Miami Beach, FL 305-949-4141

MD Now Urgent Care Center (Pinecrest) 12301 S. Dixie Highway Pinecrest, FL 305-971-8315

MD Now Urgent Care Center (West Flagler) 9971 West Flagler St., Suite B240 Miami, FL 305-222-8335

Mercy Hospital 3663 South Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33133 305-854-4400

Miami Beach Urgent Care (Div. of South Miami Hospital) 709 Alton Rd., Suite 430 Miami Beach, FL 33139 786-204-4150

Miami Lakes Urgent Care (Div. of South Miami Hospital) 14701 NW 77th Ave. Miami Lakes, FL 33014 786-662-0700

Miami Urgent Care Center 2645 S. Douglas Rd., Suite 502 Miami, FL 33133 305-494-0536

Miami Veterans Affairs (VA) Healthcare 1201 NW 16th St. Miami, FL 33125 305-575-7000

Mt. Sinai Medical Center 4300 Alton Rd. Miami Beach, FL 33140 305-674-2273

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital 3100 SW 62nd Ave. Miami, FL 33155 786-671-6674

North Shore Medical Center 1100 NW 95th St. Miami, FL 33150 305-835-6000

Open Door Health Center (Non-emergency) 151 NW 11th St., Suite E202A Homestead, FL 33030 305-246-2400

Palmetto Bay Urgent Care (Div. of Baptist Hospital) 8750 SW 144 St., Suite 120 Miami, FL 33176 786-596-3840

Palmetto General Hospital 2001 West 68th St. Hialeah, FL 33016 305-823-5000

Pinecrest Urgent Care (Div. of Baptist Hospital) 11805 South Dixie Highway Miami, FL 33156 786-467-5200

Rite Care Urgent Care Center 915 West 49th St. Hialeah, FL 33012 305-513-3818

Select Specialty Hospital 955 NW 3rd St. Miami, FL 33128 305-416-5700

South Miami Hospital 6200 SW 73rd St. Miami, FL 33143 786-662-4000

Tamiami Trail Urgent Care (Div. of Baptist Hospital) 14660 SW 8th St., Suite 100 Miami, FL 33184 786-596-4100

University of Miami Hospital 1400 NW 12th Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-689-5511

University of Miami/Bascom Palmer-Anne Bates Leach Eye Institute (Ophthalmology) 900 NW 17th St. Miami, FL 33136 305-326-6000

West Kendall Urgent Care (Div. of Baptist Hospital) 13001 North Kendall Dr. Miami, FL 33186 786-596-3800

Westchester General Hospital 2500 SW 75th Ave. Miami, FL 33155 305-267-6920

Mental Health/Behavioral Health Care

A Baker Act is a means of providing individuals with emergency services and temporary detention for mental health evaluation and treatment when required, either on a voluntary or an involuntary basis. Public Baker Act facilities (crisis stabilization units) are funded by the state.

Banyan Health Systems (24 Hour Crisis Stabilization – Adults & Children) 3850 Flagler St. Miami, FL 33134 305-774-3300

Banyan Health Systems Centralized, Receiving Facility, Detox & Crisis Stabilization Unit 3800 W. Flagler St. Miami, FL 33134 305-774-3600

Baptist Hospital of Miami and Baptist Children’s Hospital (Main Campus – Adults & Children) 8900 N. Kendall Dr. 786-596-1960

Care Resource – Little Havana 1901 SW 1st St., 3rd Floor Miami, FL 33135 305-203-5230

Care Resource – Miami Beach 1680 Michigan Ave., Suite 912 Miami Beach, FL 33139 305-534-0503

Care Resource – Midtown 3801 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33137 305-576-1234

Provides individual, couple, group and family therapy. Also experienced in issues unique to communities of color and LGBTQ.

Citrus Health Network, Inc. (Psychiatry and Mental Health Services – Adults and Children) 4175 West 20th Ave. Hialeah, FL 33012 305-825-0300

Community Health and Wellness Center of Miami, Inc. – Hialeah 1671 West 37th St., #3 Hialeah, FL 33012 305-728-4880

Community Health and Wellness Center of Miami, Inc. – Miami 759 NW 22nd Ave. Miami, FL 33125 305-541-5245

Community Health and Wellness Center of Miami, Inc. – Coral Way 7237 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33155 305-269-6783

Community Health and Wellness Center of Miami, Inc. – Eureka 11648 Quail Roost Dr. Miami, FL 33157 786-701-9135

Community Health and Wellness Center of Miami, Inc. – West Kendall 13550 N. Kendall Dr., #160 Miami, FL 33186 305-385-7304

Individual and group therapy

Community Health of South Florida, Inc. (CHI) Doris Ison Health Center 10300 SW 216th St. Miami, FL 33190 305-253-5100

Douglas Gardens Community Mental Health Center (Miami Beach) 1680 Meridian Ave., #501 Miami Beach, FL 33139 305-531-5341

Douglas Gardens Community Mental Health Center (North Miami) 1150 NE 125th St. North Miami, FL 33161 305-403-0654

Adult counseling/therapy, treatment for mental illness, in-home care for Alzheimer’s patients, counseling for domestic violence victims.

Encompass Health Rehabilitation of Miami 20601 Old Cutler Rd. Miami, FL 33189 305-251-3800

Florida 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida/Probate Division/Mental Health 175 NW 1st Ave. Miami, FL 33128 305-349-7474

Fresh Start of Miami Dade, Inc. 18441 NW 2nd Ave. Miami Gardens, FL 33169 305-623-9937

Hialeah Hospital 651 East 25th St. Hialeah, FL 33033 305-693-6100

Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital 1695 NW 9th Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-355-7000

Jackson Community Mental Health Center (Adult Outpatient and 24 Hour Crisis Stabilization) 15055 NW 27th Ave., Unit 1 Opa Locka, Fl 33054 786-466-2800

Jackson South Medical Center 9333 SW 152nd St. Miami, FL 33157 305-251-2500

Jewish Community Services 735 NE 125th St. North Miami, FL 33161 305-576-6550

Individual, DUI, conflict resolution and LGBTQ counseling

Kendall Regional Medical Center 11750 SW 40th St. Miami, FL 33175 305-223-3000

Larkin Community Hospital 7031 SW 62nd Ave. South Miami, FL 33143 305-284-7500 41

Mercy Hospital 3663 South Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33133 305-854-4400

Mt. Sinai Medical Center 4300 Alton Rd. Miami Beach, FL 33140 305-674-2273

New Horizons Community Mental Health Center (24 Hour Crisis Stabilization) 1469 NW 36th St. Miami, FL 33142 305-635-0366

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital 3100 SW 62nd Ave. Miami, FL 33155 786-671-6674

North Shore Medical Center 1100 NW 95th St. Miami, FL 33150 305-835-6000

Palmetto General Hospital 2001 West 68th St. Hialeah, FL 33016 305-823-5000

South Miami Hospital 6200 SW 73rd St. Miami, FL 33143 786-662-4000

Southern Winds Hospital 4225 West 20th Ave. Hialeah, FL 33012 305-558-9700

Shelter

- Camillus House* 1603 NW 7th Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-549-3019 Hearing Impaired call 305-374-1065

- Chapman Partnership* 1550 N. Miami Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-329-3000

- Chapman Partnership South* 28205 SW 124th Ct. Homestead, FL 33033 305-329-3000

- Lotus House/Sundari Foundation* 1540 NW 1st Place, #2 Overtown, Miami 33136 305-438-0556

- Miami Rescue Mission Center for Men* 2159 NW 1st Ct. Miami, FL 33127 General: 305-571-2273 Women & Children: 305-571-2250 Men: 305-571-2227

- Mother Teresa Missionaries of Charity 724 NW 17th St. Miami, FL 33136 305-545-5699

- New Life Shelter/Housing for Homeless Families 3620 NW 1st St. Miami, FL 33125 305-573-3333

- Safe Space North 305-758-2546 South 305-247-4249 24-hour crisis hotline: 1-800-500-1119

- Salvation Army* 901 West Flagler St. Miami, FL 33101 305-545-9164

- The Lodge/Victim Response 1901 SW 1st St. Miami, FL 33135 305-693-1170

*Must first call the Homeless Helpline at 1-877-994-4357 and/or receive a referral for admittance

SOCIAL SECURITY

United States Social Security Administration Offices

1251 NW 36th St. Miami, FL 33142

1801 Alton Rd. Miami Beach, FL 33139

8345 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33138

6101 Blue Lagoon Dr., #300 Miami, FL 33126

16900 NW 12th Ave. Miami Gardens, FL 33169

Substance Abuse

Agape Network 22790 SW 112th Ave. Miami, FL 33170 305-235-2616

Institute of Social and Personal Adjustment – Camillus House 1603 NW 7th Ave. Miami, FL 33136 305-374-1065

Citrus Heath – Kiva 1339 SE 9th Ave. Hialeah, FL 33010 305-884-1282

Concept House 162 NE 49th St. Miami, FL 33137 305-751-6501

Here’s Help, Inc. 9016 SW 152nd St. Miami, FL 33196 305-685-8201 44

Informed Families 2490 Coral Way Miami, FL 33145 305-856-4886

Miami VA Healthcare Center 1201 NW 16th St. Miami, FL 33125 305-575-7000

St. Luke’s Center 7707 NW 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33150 305-795-0077

Elderly Services

Catholic Charities - Elderly Services (English, Spanish and Creole)

Services include congregate meals, food stamps assistance, nutrition education, health screenings, respite care and recreation activities for seniors age 60 and older.

Gesu Parish Hall 118 NE 2nd St. Miami, FL 33132 305-374-6099 Mon. - Fri. 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

South Dade Senior Center 28520 SW 148th Ave. Homestead, FL 33033 305-751-5203 Mon. - Fri. 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

St. John Bosco Senior Center 1349 West Flagler St. Miami, FL 33135 305-751-5203 Mon. - Fri. 9AM – 2:00PM

St. Monica Gardens 3425 NW 189th St. Miami Gardens, FL 33056 305-751-5203 Mon. – Fri. 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Malcolm Ross Senior Center 2800 NW 18th Ave. Miami, FL 33142 305-633-0462 Mon. – Fri. 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

City of West Miami Community Center 901 SW 62nd Ave. West Miami, FL 33144 305-266-1122 Mon. – Fri. 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Provides congregate meals for individuals age 60+. Also provides meals to senior individuals who are homebound.

De Hostos Senior Center 2902 NW 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33127 305-573-6220

Only serves those 62+ years who are disabled.

Kosher Meals on Wheels/JCS 305-576-6550

Provides meals to homebound, low-income adults age 60+.

Little Havana Adult Day Health Care Centers (English and Spanish) The following locations provide respite for family caregivers to their disabled elderly by providing transportation, meals, therapy and special cognitive activities designed to delay memory loss. To qualify for services, clients must be 60+ years old, disabled, socially isolated and economically disadvantaged.

Antonio Maceo Center 5135 NW 7th St. Miami, FL 33126 305-858-0887

Carroll Manor Center 3667 South Miami Ave. Miami, FL 33133 305-856-6275

Dra. Olga Maria Martinez Center 8551 Hammocks Blvd. Miami, FL 33193 305-385-9200

Hialeah Center 900 W. 44th Pl. Hialeah, FL 33012 305-558-1089

Metropolitan Center 1407 NW 7th St. Miami, FL 33125 305-659-5311

Miami Beach Center 533 Collins Ave. Miami Beach, FL 33139 305-532-8576

Palermo Center 5311 NW 7th St. Miami, FL 33126 305-529-1958

Rafael Villaverde Center 700 SW 8th St. Miami, FL 33130 305-858-0887

Rebecca Towers Center 150 Alton Rd. South Miami Beach, FL 33139 305-672-3736

Smathers Center 1040 SW 29th Ct. Miami, FL 33135 305-643-4114

St. Dominic’s Center 5849 NW 7th St. Miami, FL 33126 305-264-3751

Stella Maris Center 8648 Harding Ave. Miami, FL 33141 305-868-4020

UTD 1809 Brickell Ave. Miami, FL 33129 305-854-1551

Violeta Duenas Monte Center 6800 SW 117th Ave. Miami, FL 33183 305-273-6117

Meals on Wheels 786-469-4707

Eligible participants receive seven free frozen meals each week at their residence, along with fresh fruit, milk and other food items. The meals are delivered between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays. Recipients must be at least 60 years old with a disability or homebound. Individuals under age 60 with disabilities who live with an eligible recipient, and are dependent for care, can also receive meals. Spouses are eligible without any age restrictions or medical conditions. Call 786-469-4707 to determine eligibility.

Miami-Dade County Community Action and Human Services - Meals for the Elderly Overtown Transit Village North 701 NW 1st Ct. Miami, FL 33136 786-469-4600 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

There are 21 locations offering meals for seniors. Eligible participants receive daily nutritionally- balanced hot meals, nutrition education, counseling, transportation and a wide variety of educational, cultural, recreational activities and health-wellness services. Free meals are served Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Recipients must not be homebound. Spouses are eligible without any age restrictions or medical conditions. For more information, call your nearest location (see list below):

Charles Hadley/Carrie Meek Senior Center 1300 NW 50th Street, Miami 305-634-5791

Covenant Palms 8400 NW 25th Avenue, Miami 305-514-6000

Culmer/Overtown 1600 NW 3rd Avenue, Miami 305-571-7232

Deedco Gardens 105 SW 12th Avenue, Miami 305-242-7671

Florida City/Homestead 1600 NW 6th Court, Florida City 305-242-7650

Goulds (Isaac A. Withers) 21300 SW 122nd Avenue, Rooms 15 and 17, Miami 305-235-1958

Gwen Cherry Park 7090 NW 22nd Avenue, Miami 786-278-7139

Haitian American Senior Center 100 NW 83rd Street, Miami 305-756-4179 or 305-756-2833

Harry Cain 490 NE 2nd Avenue, 3rd Floor, Miami 305-372-7646

Ives Dairy-Col. Harry Zubkoff 55 NW 199th Street, Miami 305-770-3137

Jack Orr 550 NW 5th Street, Miami 305-579-5588

Leonard Batz Center 150 NE 68th Street, Miami 305-514-6000

Miami Gardens 16405 NW 25th Avenue, Miami Gardens 305-620-3975

Mildred and Claude Pepper Towers 2350 NW 54th Street, Miami 305-635-6494

Naranja Center 13955 SW 264th Street, Miami 305-258-5471 Perrine 17801 Homestead Avenue, Miami 305-234-4986

Peter Plaza 191 NE 75th Street, Miami 305-514-6000

Pinewoods Villa 8420 SW 188th Terrace, Miami 305-514-6000

Richmond Heights 14638 Lincoln Boulevard, Miami 305-254-4420

South Miami 6701 SW 62nd Avenue, South Miami 305-669-0712

Stirrup Plaza 3150 Mundy Street, Miami 305-514-6000

NANAY (National Alliance to Nurture the Aged and the Youth) 659 NE 125th St. North Miami, FL 33161 305-981-3232 Mon. – Fri. 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Provides psychological, social, health and emotional support and counseling for youth and elders 60+. Registration is required.

Persons with Disabilities

Advocacy Center for Persons with Disabilities Information and Referral Unit 1-800-342-0823

Advocacy Network on Disabilities 7990 SW 117th Ave., #135 Miami, FL 33183 305-596-1160

Agency for Persons with Disabilities 401 NW 2nd Ave., #S811 Miami, FL 33128 305-349-1478

Association for the Development of the Exceptional 2801 North Miami Ave. Miami, FL 33127 305-573-3737

Best Buddies In Florida 100 SE 2nd St., #2200 Miami, FL 33131 305-374-2233

Carrie Brazier Center for Autism 7530 Sunset Dr. Miami, FL 33143 305-271-8790

Carrie Brazier Center for Autism (South Dade Campus) 16905 SW 100th Ave. Miami, FL 33157 305-234-0490

Center for Independent Living of South Florida (For Persons with Disabilities) 4770 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 150 Miami, FL 33137 305-751-8025 or 786-347-7318 (Videophone)

City of Miami Parks & Recreation Dept. – Sandra Delucca Developmental Center 4560 NW 4th Terr. Miami, FL 33126 305-960-4970 (Ask For Rafael Abreu)

Dave and Mary Alpert Jewish Community Center – Shirley & Chester Paul Special Needs Program 11155 SW 112th Ave. Miami, FL 33176 305-271-9000 Ext. 273

Disability Independence Group (DIG) 2990 SW 35th Ave. Miami, FL 33133 305-669-2822

Disability Rights Florida Information and Referral Unit 1-800-342-0823

Easter Seals – Vocational Services 1475 NW 14th Ave. Miami, FL 33125 305-325-0470

Provides a full range of education, training, employment and rehabilitative programs and services for disabled residents of all ages in the local community. Services include supported living, employment and job placement. 51

Epilepsy Foundation of Florida 305-670-4949

Helps people with epilepsy find employment.

Florida Dept. of Education – Vocational Rehabilitation Services 1111 Park Center Blvd., Suite 100 Miami, FL 33169 305-628-7244

Assists persons with a physical or mental impairment that, for the individual, constitutes a substantial impediment to employment. Also provides free diagnostic evaluations for learning and reading skills.

MACtown (Miami Achievement Center for the Developmentally Disabled 151 NE 62nd St. Miami, FL 33138 305-758-4485

Provides day program services to adults with developmental disabilities who have behavioral needs who are part of an intermediate care facility, group home or community-based clients. Provides classes on daily living skills, field trips, employment training, leisure activities, etc.

Miami Lighthouse for the Blind 601 SW 8th Ave. Miami, FL 33130 305-856-2288

Miami Waiver Group Homes-Florida Mentor 12955 SW 132nd St., #103 Miami, FL 33186 305-670-0729

Sunrise Community, Inc. 9040 Sunset Dr. Miami, FL 33173 305-596-9040

Provides persons with disabilities the assistance and support necessary to enable them to live valued lives in the community. Services include adult day training, companion services, in-home support services, ICF/DD (intermediate care facility for the developmentally disabled), residential habilitation, respite care and supported employment.

The Arc of South Florida (Persons with Disabilities) 555 Biscayne Blvd., #3 Miami, FL 33137 305-759-8500

The Arc of South Florida (Persons with Disabilities) 15280 NW 79th Ct., #251 Miami Lakes, FL 33016 305-759-8500

This skills training and counseling program focuses on self-help skills, community living, vocational ability and motor skills for adults with intellectual, developmental and some physical disabilities. Services include adult day training, work activity centers, supported employment, independent living skills and vocational rehabilitation.

The WOW Center 11450 SW 79th St. Miami, FL 33173 305-327-7999

United Community Options (formerly United Cerebral Palsy) – Adult Day Training 1411 NW 14th Ave. Miami, FL 33125 305-325-1080

Work training programs help adults at UCO learn job skills and prepare for future employment. Educational programs offer a wide array of services, including classroom curriculum, training in daily living and pre-vocational skills, and social interaction.