Florida Network programs are versatile to respond to a family’s needs in real time, with the right intervention. Continue reading for a brief description of each option:

CINS/FINS (Shelter Services) – Short-term shelter and counseling is available to youth experiencing difficulties within their family, school or community.  This service is offered 24/7/365 to youth ages 10-17 for up to 35 days.

CINS/FINS (Community Counseling) -Individual and family counseling services are provided to children ages 6-17 who are experiencing any difficulties in their home, school or community.  These services are provided free of charge by qualified and expert counselors and last an average of 12 weeks.

Stop Now and Plan – SNAP® -This an award-winning, evidence-based cognitive-behavioral and social interactional learning program for children, their families, and/or caregivers. It teaches children, their families, and/or caregivers how to manage their emotions and behavior by utilizing strategies to stop, think, and plan positive alternatives before acting impulsively.

The program uses a proven mental health and crime prevention model in supporting children exhibiting significant disruptive, oppositional behavior and emotional dysregulation that impact their functioning at home, school, and community.

Domestic Violence Respite – The Domestic Violence Respite Program provides short-term residential shelter and support services for youth who have been involved in a domestic violence incident with a parent, guardian, or family member and who have been charged or referred by law enforcement as the primary aggressor in that incident.  Instead of being placed in secure detention or deeper with juvenile justice, eligible youth are referred to a CINS/FINS shelter for up to 30 days

Probation Respite – This program provides up to 30 days of respite to youth who are at-risk of violating their probation. Through this intervention, youth are encouraged to make positive choices and improve their family relationships through the support of therapeutic staff.