Community Partners

Interested in becoming a community partner?

Free three-digit phone number for information about local human service information: referrals, suicide prevention emotional support, care coordination & screening services 24 hours a day from any phone.

https://211tampabay.org/
media@211tampabay.org
5500 Rio Vista Drive, Suite 5500
Clearwater FL 33760
211
Provides support and empowerment to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in need of support, housing, employment training, therapy and transportation.

https://www.thearctb.org/
1501 N. Belcher Road, Suite 249
Clearwater FL 33765
(727) 799-3330
Dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support, increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism, and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions.

https://www.autismspeaks.org/help-and-information
help@autismspeaks.org
1060 State Road – 2nd Floor
Princeton NJ 08540
407-473-0309

Center for Autism & Related Disabilities Water Safety

Social Activities
Students with ASD are our priority. CARD-USF offers a virtual water safety lesson for school aged children ages 2-8

http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/docs/card_list_of_swim_lessons_2021.pdf
card-usf@usf.edu
13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.
Tampa FL 33612-3899
(813) 974-2532

Center for Autism Related Disorders (CARD)

Employment, Parent Support
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD®) is the world’s largest autism treatment provider.

https://www.centerforautism.com/
info@centerforautism.com
21600 Oxnard St. Suite 1800
Woodland Hills CA 91367
(877) 448-4747
At the Children's Home Network, we unlock the potential of at-risk children and families by providing compassionate and effective services that create opportunities for success. Qualifying families receive services FREE of charge.

https://www.childrenshomenetwork.org/
10909 Memorial Highway
Tampa FL 33615
Andra Geler
(727) 785-2762 Ext. 224
Autism support, ABA Therapy, Mental Health Services, and Testing (They do not take insurance)

https://www.thecostellocenter.com/
info@thecostellocenter.com
8081 38th Avenue North
St. Petersburg FL 33710
727.345.2667

Disability Achievement Center

Employment, Residential, Social Activities
The purpose of DAC is to promote the kinds of programs, services, activities which are designed specifically to assist people with disabilities in achieveing and maintaining an independent lifestyle.

http://www.mydacil.org/resources/
12552 Belcher Rd. S.
Largo FL 33773
(727) 539-7550

Dynasty Dance Clubs

Social Activities
The Dynasty Stars program is designed for children, teens and adults with special needs. This program focuses on building self-confidence, learning to move to music, and increase activity in the mind and body. They will prosper in creativity and learn to express themselves through music and movement, all while having fun and enjoying the company of their fellow peers!

https://www.dynastydanceclubs.com/programs/dynasty-stars
sarah.haworth.dynasty@gmail.com

Early Learning Coalition

Educational, Social Activities
The School Readiness program assists eligible families in obtaining affordable, high-quality child care. The program serves young children, age birth through 12 years old, from working families whose income or other risk factors could impact healthy child development. School Readiness funds pay a portion of child care costs based on a family’s income.

https://elcpinellas.net/for-families/school-readiness-programs/
2536 Countryside Blvd. Suite 500
Clearwater FL 33763
727-548-1439

Equally Fit – Puzzle Pieces

Social Activities
Exercise and fitness plans for those with autism with a personal trainer who also has autism.

http://www.equallyfit.com/services.html#/
mefleming@equally-fit.com
12651 Race Track Road
Tampa FL 33626
Mark Fleming
(813) 475-5325

Family Network on Disabilities (FND)

Legal Consulting, Parent Support, Therapeutic Service Provider
Free services to family with disabilities - IEP help, IDEA laws, resources in Special Education process, Parent Support and Training

https://fndusa.org/who-we-are/about-us-2/
fnd@fndusa.org
26750 U.S. Highway 19 North, Suite 410
Clearwater FL 33761
813-407-8013

Feeding Tampa Bay

Parent Support
Focuses on providing food to over 1 million food insecure families in the 10-county area of West Central Florida.

https://feedingtampabay.org/
info@feedingtampabay.org
4702 Transport Drive, Building 6
Tampa FL 33605
813.254.1190

FL Dept. of Education Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

Employment, Parent Support
A state agency that helps people with physical and mental disabilities prepare for, get, advance in or keep a job.

http://rehabworks.org/resources.shtml
ombudsman@vr.fldoe.org
325 W. Gaines St., Suite 1144
Tallahassee FL 32399-0400
(813) 559-6456

Florida Center for Inclusive Communities

Employment, Parent Support
Programs & resources for early childhood through adult; health resources and early childhood and autism programs.

http://flfcic.fmhi.usf.edu/
flcic@usf.edu
13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113A
Tampa FL 33612
(813) 974-4612

Florida Department of Health

Medical Services, Parent Support
Immunizations; Clinical and Nutritional Services; Environmental Health Services, Infections Disease Services; Wellness Programs; Emergency Preparedness and Response Planning and Training

http://pinellas.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/index.html
Info.PinCHD52@flhealth.gov
4052 Bald Cypress Way
Tallahassee FL 32311
727-824-6900

Healthy Start Coalition of Pinellas, Inc.

Parent Support, Therapeutic Service Provider
This resource manual promotes healthy pregnancies, babies, and families by facilitating access to resources through community partnerships while advancing racial equity and cultural responsiveness.

http://healthystartpinellas.org/resource-manual/
info@healthystartpinellas.org
4000 Gateway Centre Boulevard, Suite 200
Pinellas Park FL 33782
727-507-6330

High Point Family Center

Parent Support
Serves the ethnically diverse and economically challenged neighborhood by providing financial assistance, education,an after-school care program and numerous other services. With a focus on children, The High Point Neighborhood Family Center enhances the quality our lives.

http://www.highpointfamilycenter.org/
CRHolloway@hpnfc.org
5812 150th Ave N
Clearwater FL 33760
Family Support Specialist
727-533-0730 x110

Intelligent

Educational
A resource to help make the SAT prep process easier for students, by providing both online and in-person SAT prep courses offered nationwide. Where core factors such as flexible scheduling, adaptable formats, and most important personalized instruction were researched and considered to provide the best options for your college bound student.

https://www.intelligent.com/best-sat-prep-courses-and-classes/
hello@intelligent.com
1414 NE 42ND ST, STE 400
Seattle WA 98105
(800) 203-5102
The Juvenile Welfare Board exists to strengthen the lives of children and families in Pinellas County by providing programs, services, and initiatives so children are ready to learn, ready to succeed, and ready to thrive in homes, schools, and neighborhoods that are healthy and safe.

https://www.jwbpinellas.org/
Communications@jwbpinellas.org
14155 58th St N
Clearwater FL 33760
727.453.5600

JWB Childhood Hunger Initiative

Parent Support
Pinellas County Schools Offers Free Meals for ALL Kids: Food Pantries; Meals on Wheels 4 kids

www.jwbpinellas.org/childhood-hunger
Communications@jwbpinellas.org
14155 58th St N
Clearwater FL 33760
727-533-0730

Kiddy Up Ranch

Social Activities
Equine-assisted activities to assist with cognitive, physical, emotional and social well-being of people with disabilities.

http://www.kiddyupranch.org/
tammy@kiddyupranch.org
​15232 Matis Rd
Hudson FL 34669
Tammy Sliger
​(727) 203-6595

Little Sunshine Pediatric Therapy

Medical Services, Therapeutic Service Provider
Little Sunshine Pediatric Therapy LLC, is a community-based therapy company dedicated to serving children birth-21 years of age. Evaluations and intervention are based on the most current evidence-based research and each therapy program is individualized based on the child’s needs in order to help them communicate effectively with loved ones and peers. We encourage parents and caregivers to participate in therapy sessions in order for us to provide education and training as well as ensure generalization of skills learned during intervention sessions. We value and welcome clients of all backgrounds, abilities, and skill levels.

https://www.littlesunshinetherapy.com/
littlesunshinetherapy@gmail.com

Miracle by the Bay

Social Activities
A nonprofit which was developed to champion all individuals with disabilities while providing social opportunities as well as various events and resources to our special needs community.

http://miraclebythebay.org/
mbtbfl@gmail.com
727-412-4292

PALS – Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital

Parent Support, Therapeutic Service Provider
Helps children develop the skills needed for successful communication, feeding and swallowing. These skills can affect all aspects of daily life, from communicating basic needs, to developing social skills, to progress in school.

https://www.hopkinsallchildrens.org/Services/Rehabilitation/Speech-Language-and-Feeding-Services
501 6th Avenue South
St. Petersburg FL 33701
727-767-4141
Matching parents and caregivers with trained professionals who make regular personal home visits during a child’s earliest years in life, from prenatal through kindergarten.

https://parentsasteachers.org
customerservice@parentsasteachers.org
(866) 728-4968

Personal Enrichment Through Mental Health Services

Medical Services, Parent Support, Therapeutic Service Provider
"Programs include a 24-hour suicide hotline, emergency screening, and crisis intervention services, inpatient services for adults and children, and community-based programs, in-home counseling, targeted case management, and psychiatric services to children between the ages of 5-19 who are experiencing behavioral, emotional and/or other mental health difficulties.

http://pemhs.org/
info@pemhs.org
11254 58th Street N
Pinellas Park FL 33782
727.362.4227

Pinellas County Schools ESOL

Educational, Parent Support
Parents have the opportunity to learn about: Meeting School Academic Expectations, High School Graduation Requirements, Resources for success: Clever-PLP, District Application Programs (DAP), Duo Enrollment Program for HS, and other topics to support student’s success.

https://www.pcsb.org/Page/33273
301 4TH St. SW
Largo FL 33770
727-588-6000

Pinellas County Schools Exceptional Student Education

Educational, Social Activities
Provides quality services that support effective learning opportunities for all exceptional children.

https://www.pcsb.org/ese
301 Fourth Street S.W.
Largo FL 33779
(727)588-6032

PinellasWorks

Employment
PinellasWorks is helping Pinellas County job seekers with occupational skills training and helping businesses find the skilled labor they need.

https://www.careersourcepinellas.com/pinellasworks/
pinellasworks@careersourcepinellas.com
2312 Gulf to Bay Boulevard
Clearwater FL 33765
727-524-4344

Residential Options of Florida

Parent Support, Residential
Residential Options of Florida (ROOF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created to increase housing opportunities for Floridians with developmental disabilities.

https://flroof.org/
3050 Horseshoe Drive N, Suite 285
Naples FL 34104
239-774-7663

Skyzone Clearwater

Social Activities
Sensory hours provide a quieter, toned-down jumping experience for those with sensory issues.

https://www.skyzone.com/programs/sensory-hours
Clearwater@skyzone.com
13000 66th Street
Largo FL 33773
(727) 900-5867

Skyzone Tampa

Social Activities
Sensory hours provide a quieter, toned-down jumping experience for those with sensory issues.

https://www.skyzone.com/programs/sensory-hours
jumpinfotampa@skyzone.com
10137 E Adamo Dr, Ste 800B
Tampa FL 33619
(813) 833-1740

Special Olympics Florida Healthy Communities

Medical Services, Therapeutic Service Provider
To assist you with finding a health provider that lives near you, Special Olympics Florida has created a statewide Resource Directory of providers who will welcome individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities into their offices.

https://www.specialolympicsflorida.org/resources/health-and-fitness/follow-up
jennifermiller@sofl.org
Statewide
FL
Jennifer Miller, Director of Health Programs
The Family Café exists to provide individuals with disabilities and their families with an opportunity for collaboration, advocacy, friendship and empowerment by serving as a facilitator of communication, a space for dialogue and a source of information.

https://familycafe.net/
info@familycafe.net
820 East Park Ave. Suite F-100
Tallahassee FL 32301
(850) 224-4670

Thrive Family Support Group

Educational, Therapeutic Service Provider
Thrive Family Support aims to close the gap between a family's first concern about their child's development or behavior and when a family accesses services from professionals. We are on a mission to ensure equitable access to high-quality support by offering online, fee-optional courses to families of neurodivergent children- including Autism, ADHD, Intellectual and Developmental Disorders, and behavior concerns. Our programs focus on teaching families evidence-based and compassionate approaches to behavior support and skill development.

https://www.thrivefs.org/
info@thrivefs.org

We Rock the Spectrum Gym Clearwater

Social Activities
Provides children with a fun and motivational environment to help them in the areas of strength, movement, sensory processing, communication, positive behavior modification, social interactions, and self-care skills. Our unique equipment assists all children in their neurological growth and development.

https://www.werockthespectrumclearwater.com/
info@werockthespectrumclearwater.com
12505 Starkey Rd. Suite H
Largo FL 33773
727.240.1785

We Rock the Spectrum Tampa

Social Activities
Provides children with a fun and motivational environment to help them in the areas of strength, movement, sensory processing, communication, positive behavior modification, social interactions, and self-care skills. Our unique equipment assists all children in their neurological growth and development.

https://www.werockthespectrumtampa.com/
info@werockthespectrumtampa.com
1076 E Brandon Blvd, Suite 102
Brandon FL 33511
Valerie Bailey, Owner
(813) 571-1600