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The Agape Network

305-235-2616

The Agape Network serves the people of Miami with housing services, reunification services for expecting and parenting moms going into substance use treatment, a children of inmates program, re-entry support for justice-involved adults, and a teen ambassador program. They also run a community health center that provides medical care, mental health, and substance use treatment.

Food Not Bombs - Florida

813-919-9794

Food Not Bombs provides food for those in need in a variety of locations across the state. Use the map link to find the distribution locations in your area, the hours of operation, and any other important details.

Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida

407-288-3979

For Central Florida residents facing homelessness, the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida provides housing, showers, community meals, clothes, and help finding transitional or permanent housing. The goal is to help Florida individuals and families return to stable homes as soon as possible.

Florida 211

211

Florida 211 provides Florida residents who call 211 with food, clothing, housing resources, healthcare, and access to mental heath and substance use treatment. There are also specialty programs for veterans and some areas may offer help with child and senior care and other services.

I Save FL

I Save FL is an opioid harm reduction organization that provides information on where to get naloxone (Narcan) kits, overdose education and training, and substance use treatment. They also provide prevention tips and links to other harm reduction programs.

Peer Support Coalition of Florida

407-340-6332

The Peer Support Coalition of Florida provides training for people who want to provide peer support to those who need it. They also support and advocate for peer support organizations as well. By advocating for peer recovery programs and providing education, support, and networking to peers, they help those in recovery build their support networks and maintain long term recovery.

The Salvation Army Florida Division

954-463-3725

The Salvation Army Florida Division operates adult rehab centers in Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, St. Petersburg, and Tampa. They provide adult addiction services alongside programs that address associated conditions such as housing, food, and employment. The program is free and you work at the Salvation Army in return for care. Each center provides physical and spiritual care that prepares you to reenter society and return to gainful employment.

Florida State University: Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP)

850-644-8871

The Florida State University’s Living Intentionally, Finding Togetherness (LIFT) program is designed to support students in recovery from addiction and help them thrive in college. Students participate in group meetings and activities to develop friendships with like minded peers, engage in academic internships, and learn personal accountability through a culture of honesty and autonomy.

University of Central Florida: Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC)

407-823-2701

The University of Central Florida’s Collegiate Recovery Community connects students with addiction recovery, treatment, and prevention on campus. They help students find support meetings, provide connections to mental health professionals, and connect students with peers in recovery. They are a personal advocate and cheerleader throughout your recovery journey at school.

University of Miami: Campus and Community Resources

305-284-5353

The University of Miami provides resources for students struggling with addiction. The Sandler Center provides naloxone/Narcan and Fentanyl testing strips alongside Narcan training throughout the year. The Counseling Center provides individual counseling for addiction treatment and the URecovery collegiate recovery community provides a nurturing environment with a peer to peer network devoted to supporting your recovery.

University of Florida: Counseling and Wellness Center (CWC)

352-392-1575

University of Florida’s Counseling and Wellness Center provides a safe and non judgmental environment where students can better understand their choices around substance use. Services include consultations for students and families, workshops, and individual and group counseling. The Collegiate Recovery Program supports sober tailgate parties at home games, sober socials, and recovery hangouts to foster a sense of belonging while you navigate recovery.

Florida International University: Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

305-348-2277

Florida International University Counseling and Psychological Services provides mental health care to students that promote emotional well-being and academic skill development. They offer limited, short-term counseling for mental health conditions and refer to a community provider for the long-term care needed for complex needs like addiction treatment or severe/chronic emotional difficulties.

ACLU of Florida

800-342-8170

The ACLU of Florida works toward a discrimination free environment, including discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Since 1936, they have fought for legal changes that impact the community, seeking to change the laws and educate the public about the needs and rights of every person.

Florida Department of Veterans Affairs

844-693-5838

The Florida Department of Veterans Affairs provides resources to help veterans connect to a variety of benefits and services, including healthcare, mental health, and substance abuse treatment. Programs include ending the stigma around mental health and suicide, a Veterans Crisis Line, suicide prevention, and connections to treatment for substance abuse and military sexual trauma.

Seminole Tribe of Florida: Center for Behavioral Health

954-966-6300

The Seminole Tribe of Florida operates a Center for Behavioral Health through which they provide outpatient mental and addiction treatment using culturally sensitive and evidence-based interventions. The CARF accredited program offers individual, group, and family therapies, crisis Intervention and stabilization, and guardianship evaluations to name a few.

Miccosukee Health Clinic

305-223-8380

The Miccosukee Health Center provides comprehensive culturally sensitive care to the Miccosukee Tribe. They offer a wide variety of services including behavioral health, which includes mental health and addiction treatment. They also have medical services and a pharmacy as well as dental care and other care services.

Harm Reduction & Opioid Resources

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IDEA Exchange Tampa

813-606-9378

IDEA Exchange Tampa provides a wide range of harm reduction services to those in the Tampa area, including syringe exchange, HIV and Hep C testing, wound care, and naloxone (Narcan) kits and overdose training. They also offer help enrolling in health insurance and referrals to substance use treatment for those who are interested.

VA Orlando Clean Syringe Program

The VA Clean Syringe Program in Orlando provides a judgment-free clean syringe program that also provides education on injection and infection, naloxone (Narcan) kits and fentanyl test strips, vaccination, and safer sex supplies. They also offer testing for HIV, Hepatitis, STDs, and other infections.

Miller School of Medicine SUD/Syringe Exchange

The Miller School of Medicine, part of the University of Miami, supports the IDEA Exchange in Miami, Florida, which provides syringe exchange services, naloxone (Narcan) kits and overdose training, harm reduction packs, HIV and Hep C testing, and links to treatment for those who are interested. The School of Medicine also provides tele-harm reduction services to help those with HIV who use injected drugs.

Florida Harm Reduction Collective

Florida Harm Reduction Collective seeks to end harm related to incarceration and drug use. They have provided mail-order naloxone since March 2022 to reduce overdose deaths and now offer HIV self testing kits by mail. They also have harm reduction workgroups and a free organizational toolkit for grassroots organizations looking to establish harm reduction programs.

NEXT Distro: Florida

NEXT Distro is an online harm reduction service. They seek to reduce opioid overdose deaths and prevent other injection related diseases. They offer resources to help you find naloxone and syringe programs near you or through the mail and can provide mail based supplies in many states.

Infectious Disease Elimination Act (IDEA Exchange)

The IDEA Exchange has the goal of reducing the spread of bloodborne diseases such as HIV and Hepatitis C through harm reduction programs. They have a main site and a mobile unit that provide needle exchange, anonymous Hep C and HIV testing, wound care, overdose prevention, and referrals to addiction treatment if requested.

Government Programs

9 resources

Collier Cares

The Collier Cares website has an interactive map that shows where to find specific social services in Collier County, Florida. Services include crisis support, housing services, food, benefits enrollment, legal help, transportation, and more. Visitors can also find substance use and mental health treatment centers.

Florida Department of Children and Families: SAMH Program

850-487-1111

Florida Department of Children and Families provides addiction and mental health services through a community provider system throughout the state. They also have a Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) Program that oversees the network of care that provides treatment and recovery for children adults with substance use disorder and serious mental illness.

Florida Coordinated Opioid Recovery (CORE) Network

CORE is the Coordinated Opioid Recovery network of addiction care that is the first of its kind in the U.S. The program aims to create a coordinated system to address the needs of those affected by opioid misuse. They look to coordinate the work of first responders, emergency departments, and treatment facilities to create a seamless care experience with warm, non-judgmental transitions between each step.

Miami-Dade County Community Action and Human Services Department (CAHSD)

786-469-4600

Miami-Dade County Community Action and Human Services Department (CAHSD) provides comprehensive social services to the community, including for children and seniors. The substance abuse treatment programs include screening and assessment, residential treatment, and outpatient programs, including intervention, direct treatment, case management, and referral to community resources.

Florida Medicaid

888-419-3456

The Florida Medicaid program is administered by the state’s Agency for Healthcare Administration (AHCA). Medicaid provides access to healthcare for low income individuals and families, including treatment for addiction and mental health conditions. Medicaid also provides help with long term care for the elderly and those with disabilities.

Florida Department of Health: Substance Abuse

850-245-4444

Florida Department of Health partners with other agencies to provide public education and prevention services to reduce addiction and the negative effects it has on health and families. They also encourage women to have healthy habits and a clear plan for whether they want to have children or not and to take action on those goals. The Department of Health offers information to pregnant women about how substances — legal and not — impact pregnancy.

Florida VA Healthcare Systems

800-273-8255

Florida VA Healthcare System operates seven addiction treatment centers in Florida. The centers are open to veterans who qualify for VA care. The programs include 24 hour residential care, intensive outpatient treatment, and standard outpatient treatment. The type of care you need is determined by a medical assessment based on your substance use history and any co occurring mental health disorders.

VA Outpatient Clinics (OPC)

904-475-5800

The US Department of Veterans Affairs has outpatient clinics across the state of Florida, including this one in Jacksonville. These clinics are places where those who qualify for VA care can get free help with mental health, social services, and medical care. The clinic can also provide referrals for more intensive VA addiction treatment if it’s appropriate for your case.

James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital

813-972-2000

The James A. Haley Veterans Hospital is located in Tampa, Florida, where they provide primary and specialty healthcare services, including treatment for mental health conditions and referrals to VA addiction treatment if needed. The Hospital also has job and career training for veterans, social services, LGBTQ+ veteran care, and support for homeless veterans.

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