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Florida Abuse Hotline
800-96-ABUSE / 800-962-2873
Report suspected abuse or neglect of children or vulnerable adults.
Domestic Violence
800-500-1119
Provides crisis intervention and support services to adult survivors of domestic violence and their children free of charge.
Suicide Prevention
800-273-8255
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources, and best practices for professionals. Local counseling and resources are available from the 2-1-1 Network.
ACCESS Florida
850-300-4323
Food assistance program (SNAP), medical assistance (Medicaid), and temporary cash assistance for families with children (TANF).
2-1-1 Network
2-1-1 or 866-728-8445
Information and referral to community resources and services throughout the state.
Florida Network of Youth and Family Services
800-RUNAWAY / 800-786-2929
Serves homeless, runaway, and troubled youth ages six and older and their families.
Child Safety Tips:
- Teach children about body safety and boundaries
- Monitor children's online activities and screen time
- Be aware of potential signs of abuse or neglect
- Create a safe and nurturing home environment
- Encourage open communication with children about their feelings and experiences
Tips for Practicing Positive Parenting:
Build strong caregiver-child relationships based on trust, respect, and empathy.
Use positive discipline strategies that focus on teaching and guiding children.
Practice self-care to manage stress and avoid burnout.
Seek support and resources when needed, such as through parenting classes or counseling services.
Check out Marion County's Local Behavioral Health Resource Guide
ResourceMarion.org was created to be a central resource stop for all things behavioral health, including substance use treatment and recovery information, behavioral health counseling and supports, and youth and family supports.
ResourceMarion is Powered by: Community Council Against Substance Abuse (CCASA) and the Opioid and Addiction Task Force of Marion County