Better Families

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Better Together
15275 Collier Blvd., Ste. 201-284
Naples, Florida 34119

Phone: 239-470-2733
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Website: https://bettertogetherus.org

Program Description

Better Togethers goal is to strengthen families and offer support in times of crisis to prevent the need for foster care via two programs- Better Families and Better Jobs. We have a team and compassionate volunteers to help: -Vetted, background checked and unpaid Host Families that can temporarily care for children while parent's work to get back on their feet or navigate a crisis. -Family Advocates to mentor, guide and support parents. -Job Coaches to come alongisde those struggling with employment barriers. Our program allows parent's to maintain full custody and contact with your children. We serve families in many counties- Collier, Lee, Hendry,Glades, Charlotte, Sarasota, Manatee, Desoto, Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, Nausea, Duval and Clay. To refer family, submit a request via our on line portal: https://bettertogetherus.org/better-families/get-help/ or call 239-470-2733- Available 24/7

Services Available Through This Program

Child Abuse Prevention , Emergency Services- Shelter


Hours of Operation


We are available 24/7 - Hot Line - (239)470-2733
Eligibility Requirements and Important Information

Better Families-All families in the community with children in their care. Better Jobs- Anyone in the Community struggling with barriers to employment.

Availability and Fees
   
Current Wait List: 
NO
Handicapped Access: 
NO
Accepts Medicaid: 
NO
Accepts Private Insurance: 
NO
Financial Assistance Available?: 
NO
Sliding Scale: 
NO

Other Fee Information

Services are Free

Points of Interest

We also offer (free events): -Quarterly Parent's Night out with Vetted and background checked volunteers. -Quarterly Better Luncheons- helps connect families to community, long-term support and continuing education. It includes a dynamic speaker, lunch, childcare, a fun raffle and the opportunity to earn Better Bucks that can be utilized to purchase Christmas gifts for their children at the end of every year.

                      

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