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CARING HANDS MINISTRY

– A Food and Clothing Pantry

Providing services to Wildwood and Northern Sumter County since 2005. Caring Hands offers at no cost: food, clothing and small housewares assistance on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday every month from 9:30 AM to 12:15 PM to all legal residents and citizens. You may complete your client registration any Tuesday from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM.

Household requirements are simple; check out their website for details: caringhandswildwood.com

First Baptist Early Learning Center

Schedule 
The Early Learning Center is a year round program. Open from Monday – Friday from 7 AM – 6 PM. Their Preschool does offer a half day program which runs from 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM and the full day program runs from 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Criteria 
The Day Care is open to children 6 Weeks Old – 3 Years Old. The Preschool is available for children 3 Years Old – 5 Years Old. 
Website 
For more information about location and cost visit: https://www.fbcwildwood.org/early-learning-center.html 

Looking for Housing Support?

While our Oxford center does not currently offer maternity housing on-site, we can connect you with trusted partners in Florida who provide this vital service.

  • Good Counsel was founded in 1985 to help homeless, pregnant women in dire need. Their goal is to help you have your baby in a safe, loving home while providing the support you need to get back on your feet. They have helped thousands of women like yourself for over 35 years, and look forward to supporting you in any way possible.

Although the closest of these programs are located in the Marion County, moving may be an option for women who need stable housing and ongoing support during and after pregnancy. For a list of homes available in Florida >> https://help.goodcounselhomes.org/states/florida

Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)

Need help with food, medical care, or temporary cash assistance? The DCF offers programs like:

  • Food Assistance (SNAP)
  • Pregnancy Medicaid in Florida
  • Temporary Cash Assistance (TANF)
  • Refugee Assistance

Apply online once for any or all of these programs: ACCESS Florida – Apply Now » Or call: 1-866-762-2237

Florida Department of Health – Pregnancy Resources

Looking to stay healthy during pregnancy? The Florida DOH offers valuable tips and prenatal care resources to promote a healthy pregnancy and baby. Visit FloridaHealth.gov Pregnancy Page »

Hope Florida – A Pathway to Prosperity

Need help getting back on your feet? Hope Navigators work one-on-one with Floridians to connect them to:
  • Community and faith-based support
  • Job training
  • Financial planning resources
  • Government services
Learn more at Hope Florida »

Safe Haven for Newborns

Feeling overwhelmed after birth? Florida’s Safe Haven Law allows a parent (or anyone in possession of a baby) to safely and anonymously leave a newborn (7 days old or less) at a Safe Haven location—no questions asked.

Visit A Safe Haven For Newborns »

Strong Florida Moms

StrongFLMoms.com is a helpful resource for Florida moms and moms-to-be. You’ll find guidance on pregnancy, parenting, child development, and available support programs statewide.

Visit StrongFLMoms.com for tools and tips »

WIC – Nutrition Support for Pregnant Women & Children

The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program helps pregnant and breastfeeding women access nutritious food, formula, and health education. Eligible if you are:
  • Pregnant
  • Postpartum or breastfeeding
  • Have a child under 5 
Check Eligibility for WIC Services »   Call: 1-800-342-3556

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