How to find help for a child, teen, family, or caregiver

Match the person’s age and situation to programs that clearly state whom they serve and how a caregiver or young person can begin.

Editorially reviewed: 2026-08-164 checked directory records used

A practical way to start

  1. Start with age and safety

    A school-age child, an unaccompanied young adult, a caregiver, and a family facing violence may need different entry points.

  2. Read the program focus

    Check the stated age range, county, family or guardian rules, population focus, and whether services are confidential.

  3. Confirm how to begin

    Ask whether the young person may call directly, whether a guardian or referral is required, and what documents are needed.

  4. Use urgent help when needed

    Call 911 for immediate danger. Use 988 for mental-health crisis support and the appropriate child- or adult-protection reporting line for suspected abuse or neglect.

Questions worth asking

  • What ages and family situations do you serve?
  • Can the young person contact you directly?
  • Is a parent, guardian, school, or agency referral required?

Browse this help by county

Directory records behind this guide

These links open KindLocator records with their named source and last-checked date.

  1. 211 Broward211 Broward · 2026-07-26
  2. 211 Miami211 Miami · 2026-07-26
  3. Miami Bridge Youth and Family Services (LSF) — Miami Bridge - Central CampusMiami-Dade Homeless Trust / HOMY Youth Resource Guide (Miami Homes For All) · 2026-08-08
  4. PridelinesMiami-Dade County Homeless Trust Community Resource Guide (2025) · 2026-08-08