Pyramid, Inc

*Unique arts program for adults with developmental disabilities, offering a full range of visual and performing arts, catering to each student's level of ability and interest *Other courses: computer and literacy training, peer counseling and skill-development classes, physical/nutritional and behavioral assistance *Fees vary based on services; become Medicaid Waiver eligible through Developmental Services, DCF or be private pay

Services: Art Therapy, Computer Literacy Training Programs, Home/Community Based Developmental Disabilities Programs, Independent Living Skills Instruction, Literacy Programs

Tallahassee, City TEMPO

*Services for disconnected youth, ages 16-24, who are not in school and may or may not be employed, depending on employment circumstances *Path to essential services, vocational education opportunities, short-term apprenticeships with local organizations, and workforce training through job placement *Participants referred for screening and assessment for GED examination; assigned to a specialist and complete a five-week course until exam administration *If a participant already has a diploma or GED, a CSCR specialist will assist with job training and placement *Proactive crime prevention initiative which connects with at-risk youth and addresses underlying issues *Employment partnerships in retail, hospitality, education, government, info technology, healthcare, and manufacturing *While in the program, a participant will be dismissed for an arrest or if on probation, a violation

Services: Employment Preparation, GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Juvenile Delinquency Prevention, Vocational Education

Tallahassee Men's Center, Teen Challenge

*Adult men's (18+) licensed counseling services and faith-based year-long residential programs for recovery from substance abuse and other life controlling addictions which accepts referrals from court system including men from outside of the Big Bend area *Program requires biblical study, regular church attendance, one-on-one mentoring, job training and active work in micro-business run by the program; GED study available when needed *Paperwork required includes a picture ID (driver’s license, state ID), a social security card (or letter from SS office stating you have applied), medical paperwork/tests (Physical, TB, HIV, HEP-C tests results), Medical Insurance Card (if covered, for incidental medical needs); Green Card (if a non-citizen permanent resident) *No private insurance accepted, not-for-profit is a low cost program $200 a month or $1800 a year (non-refundable) that turns no one away; those without funds work to pay for their treatment; clients on disabilty may be offered an alternative option

Services: Ex-Offender Reentry Programs, Faith Based Counseling, GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facilities, Telemental Health

Taylor County Schools

*Education for students (K-12) and adults in Taylor County *Head Start, Pre-K and Big Bend Technical College are part of the school system *Provides exceptional student education programs for students ages 3-21 who have disabilities and students who are gifted *BBTC provides vocational and adult basic education through initial employment training, career advancement, and GED instruction

Services: Adult Basic Education, GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Head Start, Preschools, School Districts, Special Education, Vocational Education

TCC, Adult Education, GED, ESL Programs

*Adult Basic Education, GED and Adult ESOL Programs teach basic skills (reading, writing and mathematics) *Improves basic reading, writing and computing skills for individuals (16 and over) preparing for the GED exam and workforce skills *Adult ESL for students (16 and over) whose first language is not English and who are no longer attending public schools *Career Advising Program for career planning *Classes held on TCC's campus and community sites around area in three hour blocks, 9AM-Noon or 6PM-9PM.

Services: Adult Basic Education, English as a Second Language, GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Literacy Programs

TCC, Enrollment Services

*Apply for enrollment on-line https://forms.

Services: Colleges/Universities, College/University Entrance Support, Distance Education, Student Counseling Services

TCC, Gadsden Center

*Adult education, GED/ESOL classes, non-credit courses, community workshops, training in a variety of industries *Academic advising, financial aid/scholarships, help securing vocational rehabilitation job opportunities, career services and other *Anyone from surrounding counties may participate in classes and activities *Fully equipped computer lab used to access online applications, develop cover letters and resumes and find out more about training opportunities; staff is available to review resumes and offer tips and suggestions to improve job searches

Services: Adult Basic Education, Continuing Education, Employment Preparation, English as a Second Language, GED/High School Equivalency Test Instruction, Job Finding Assistance

TCC, Wakulla Environmental Institute

*Wakulla Environmental Institute offers environmentally-focused degrees, certificates and educational programs including: *Environmental Science Technology *Green Guide Environmental Education Program *Oyster Aquaculture Certification *Unmanned Technology (Drone) Applications

Services: Colleges/Universities, Vocational Education

The Learning Pavilion

*Formerly Dick Howser Center for Childhood Services *Programs for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years *Early intervention and therapies for children exhibiting development delays or disabilities, including speech, physical, occupational therapy, and music therapy *Early childhood education, school readiness VPK, and summer programs *Early Creative Curriculum emphasizes the role of the child, the teacher (or caregiver), the family and the community

Services: Child Care Centers, Early Intervention for Children With Disabilities/Delays, Preschools, Summer School Programs

UF-IFAS, Franklin County Cooperative Extension Service

*Provides information on seafood safety and marketing, coastal issues, and related topics to provide benefits to shellfish harvesters, seafood processors and others engaged in the commercial seafood industry *Up-to-date information about food safety, nutrition and health, human development, parent education, family resource (debt) management *Latest data on natural resources, wildlife conservation, horticulture, forestry and agriculture, *4-H youth development and enrichment, summer camps *Newspaper columns, newsletters, workshops, and seminars

Services: College/University Extension Programs, Consumer Education, Gardening/Landscaping Instruction, Land Conservation, Marine Conservation, Nutrition Education, Parenting Skills Classes, Personal Financial Counseling, Volunteer Opportunities, Wildlife Conservation, Youth Agricultural Programs, Youth Enrichment Programs