Nassau County Community and Family Resources
Community Resources
Addiction and Mental Health Resources
Nassau Alcohol Crime & Drug Abatement Coalition
435 Citrona Drive
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-5714
Emergency Contact Information
NASSAU COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES
www.nassaucountyfl.com/index.aspx?nid=370
77150 Citizen’s Circle
Yulee, FL 32097
(904) 548-4980
Services: Offers information related to disaster and emergency preparedness. Offers tips for being prepared, weather updates, evacuation routes, emergency shelter information, and more.
Childcare/Preschool
Episcopal Children’s Services
Nassau County Office
c/o Worksource
96042 Lofton Square Court
Yulee, FL 32097
(904) 491-3638
Services: Child Care Resource and Referral Program-provides information about childcare providers (school-based, church affiliated, special needs care, weekend care, before and after school programs, and summer camps). Information is obtained by calling the office, visiting in person, or via website. To register your child for VPK (Voluntary Pre-K), apply online at https://spe.schoolreadiness.org/pe/ or call the Nassau County Office.
Clothing Assistance
BARNABAS CENTER
1303 Jasmine Street, Suite 101
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-7000
Services: Clothing/Furnishings (referral to “New to You” Resale Store for qualified clients)
THE PURPLE DOVE RESALE CENTER (MICAH’S PLACE)
www.micahsplace.org/getinvolved/resalecenter.html
Purple Dove Resale Center
474311 East SR 200
Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034
(904) 261-5227
Services: Provides upscale resale furniture, household items, ladies fine apparel, as well as men’s & children’s clothing. Items created by survivors of domestic violence sometimes available on consignment. Information about domestic violence services in Nassau County available. Micah’s Place participants eligible for free items (referral needed).
Crisis Services
BARNABAS CENTER
1303 Jasmine Street, Suite 101
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-7000
Barnabas Crisis Assistance Services are listed under the Clothing, Crisis Services, Housing, Medical Services, Dental Services, Transportation, and Veteran Sections of this directory.
FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES OF NORTH FLORIDA (FSSNF)
96016 Lofton Square Court
Yulee, FL 32097
(904) 225-5347
Services: Provides adoption, foster care, family preservation and independent living.
MICAH’S PLACE
P.O. Box 16287
Fernandina Beach, FL 32035
(904) 491-6364
Services: Provides prevention and intervention services to victims of domestic violence. Offers a safe and confidential shelter, advocacy, 24-hour hotline, counseling, legal services (includes injunction for protection), and support groups.
STARTING POINT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
463142 SR 200 West
Yulee, Fl. 32097
(904) 225-8280
Dental Servivces
Barnabas Center
1303 Jasmine Street, Suite 101
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-7000
Services: Includes, exams, fillings, x-rays, extractions, dentures, emergency visits, and cleanings.
Elder Services
COUNCIL ON AGING
http://www.nassaucountycoa.org/
Eastside Senior Center
1367 South 18th Street
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-0701
Services: Provides Adult Day Healthcare (NOT provided at Westside Senior Center), Meals on Wheels, and In-home services including minor house maintenance and repair, respite care, and personal care.
Employment Assistance
NORTHEAST FLORIDA COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
Jasmine Office Center
1303 Jasmine St, Suite 100
Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034
(904) 261-0801
Services: Family Self Sufficiency Program (FSSP) provides employment, educational, and asset building services.
WORKSOURCE
96042 Lofton Square Court
Yulee, FL 32097
(904) 432-0009
Services: Provides education, training, and career services such as resume writing workshops, interviewing skills, and computer education. Works with local businesses who want to post job listings. Individuals can sign up for unemployment at this location.
Food Assistance
BARNABAS CENTER
1303 Jasmine Street, Suite 101
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-7000
Services: Food pantry is available for those in crisis. Client may be eligible once every 30 days with proper documentation. Encouraged to apply for food stamps. For more information, contact Barnabas at 261-7000 or email info@barnabasnassau.org.
COUNCIL ON AGING
Eastside Senior Center
1367 South 18th Street
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-0701
Services: Meals on Wheels provides nutritionally balanced meals for the elderly that are delivered to the individual’s home.
JOURNEY CHURCH
95707 Amelia Concourse
Fernandina Beach, FL
(904) 261-8310
Services: Boxes of foods available (i.e. meats, dried goods, and produce) for families in need.
For more information, please contact the Journey Church at (904) 261-8310.
General Health
NASSAU ALCOHOL, CRIME, AND DRUG ABATEMENT COALITION (NACDAC)
435 Citrona Drive
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-5713 x2616
Services: This county coalition is a partnership of law enforcement, city and county government, faith-based, human service, educational and community-based organizations. NACDAC seeks to educate and communicate with the general public, community organizations and community-serving organizations that work with youth, to eliminate drug, tobacco and alcohol use while reducing associated criminal behavior.
STARTING POINT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
463142 SR 200 West
Yulee, Fl. 32097
(904) 225-8280
Services: Free HIV testing with appointment.
Hospice
COMMUNITY HOSPICE OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA
96084 Victoria’s Place
Yulee, FL 32097
(904) 225-0411
Services: Provides specialized end-of-life care for adults and children, and support services for family members. Services provided at home, long-term care facilities, hospitals, and 4 inpatient facilities (located in Jacksonville). Other services include pain management; provides medication, supplies, and equipment; family support; assistance with personal care needs; emotional and spiritual support; arrange for short-term inpatient care; bereavement counseling. NOTE: Yulee Satellite Office staff provides out-patient care.
VITAS INNOVATIVE HOSPICE CARE
474262 State Rd. 200
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 491-1759
Services: VITAS provides care for patients with a wide range of life-limiting illnesses and support for their family. Care is provided in patients’ homes, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and hospitals. VITAS services include pain management consisting of medications, medical supplies, and equipment. We also provide 24/7/365 access to Telecare (on call staff to coordinate needs after hours). VITAS coordinates inpatient and respite care, provides personal care assistance, and emotional and spiritual support for patients and family members which also includes bereavement counseling.
Housing Assistance
BARNABAS CENTER
1303 Jasmine Street, Suite 101
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-7000
Services: Only assists with partial payments for rent. Provides assistance with Rent/Mortgage (must provide copy of current lease agreement), New Housing (Assistance with first month’s rent only, and the rental and electrical deposit must be paid beforehand), Utilities (first referred to other agency for assistance. If help is not available, must provide past due notice from utility company and copy of rental agreement for aid from Barnabas. Deposits and late fees are not paid).
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
www.nassauhabitatforhumanity.org
516 South 10th Street, Suite 115
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 277-0600
Services: Provides adequate housing for Nassau County residents who meet specific housing and income guidelines. Applicants need to be able to pay for their home (i.e. down payment, mortgage payments, participate in building house).
NORTHEAST FLORIDA COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
1303 Jasmine Street, Suite 100
Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034
(904) 261-0801
Services: Provides home repairs that can reduce utility bills, lower energy consumption, and correct structural issues. Repairs comply with local building code standards. Programs include Weatherization (repairs to decrease gas/electric bills), Community Development Block Grant (correct issues that can threaten health, safety, and security of homeowner), State Housing Initiatives Partnership (assistance to repair homes), and Home Ownership (financial education and career development to enhance a person’s ability to own a home). Also provides emergency assistance with utilities.
Physical Activity Opportunities
Dome Healing Center
5024 First Coast Highway
Fernandina Beach, FL
(904) 277-3663
Services: Free Yoga and Meditation classes. Learn about relaxation, flexibility and deep breathing techniques.
Veteran Services
Barnabas Center
1303 Jasmine Street, Suite 101
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-7000
Services: Support Services for Veteran’s families
NASSAU COUNTY VETERAN’S SERVICES
Nassau County Courthouse
76347 Veterans Way
Yulee, FL 32097
(904) 548-4670
Services: Can apply for and obtain VA benefits. Resources available to assist individuals with other services.
Youth Services
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS
516 South 10th Street Suite 103
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-3511
(904) 261-9500
Services: Child is paired with a community volunteer who serves as a mentor and engages in activities, such as sports, team activities, and assistance with school work. Programs: Community One-to-One-child and volunteer (Big and Little) meet during month for various activities. Bigs in Schools-site-based mentoring program that works to improve academic, social, and behavioral performance through one-to-one interactions at the child’s school one hour a week during the year.
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF NASSAU COUNTY
Miller Freedom Center
942259 Old Nassauville Rd
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-7115
(904) 261-1075
Fernandina Beach Club
907 11th Street at Indigo
Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034
(904) 491-9102
Services: Offers after school program and field trips. After-school program covers 5 core areas: arts, health, life skills, education, and leadership. Children given time to complete homework, or read, and earn points toward incentives.
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF NASSAU COUNTY
516 South 10th Street Suite #205
Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034
(904) 321-2000
Services:
- Case Management & Individual Coaching
- Homeless/Unaccompanied Youth
- Students referred by school guidance or parent
- Coordination of referrals to other agencies
- Academic Remediation & Tutoring Before, During & After School (Summer Remediation YMS & FBMS)
- Life Skill Workshops and individual coaching (self-esteem, positive choices, communication, conflict resolution, etc.)
- Career Exploration/Workforce Readiness/Interviewing Skills @HMSHS
- Clothes closets, family meal celebrations, school supplies, and special enrichment activities
NORTHEAST FLORIDA COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
1303 Jasmine St, Suite 100
Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034
(904) 261-0801
Services: Youth In Action-After school activities, summer programs, homework assistance, and positive crime prevention education. Data Busters-Teaches 14-18 year olds computer and work skills, and partners with local businesses to offer the youth a paying summer job along with transportation to and from work.
YMCA
McArthur Family YMCA
1915 Citrona Dr.
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-1080
Services: Offers PrYme Time, a county-wide before- and after- school program during the school year available in all elementary schools, youth sports, summer camp, and summer pool programs. Youth Fit for Life: After-school fitness program for youth (part of PrYme Time). May register for programs online or in person.