During The Holidays (And Every Day) Dial 2-1-1 For Support
The Children's Services Council of Broward County (CSC) reminds residents who are experiencing emotional distress to call 2-1-1 for help or access 211-Broward.org for a list of providers and professionals serving children and adults with behavioral health issues.
People contact the 2-1-1 INFOLine for many different issues, such as:
- feeling anxious or sad
- disruptive behaviors
- eating disorders
- alcohol or drug use
- feelings of depression or suicide
The 24-hour Behavioral Health INFOLine provides free, confidential emotional support, crisis intervention, and information and referrals to mental health services, substance abuse prevention and treatment programs, and other behavioral health services.
About the Children's Services Council of Broward County
The Children's Services Council of Broward County is an independent taxing authority which was established by a public referendum on September 5, 2000, and was reauthorized on November 4, 2014, which, through Public Act, Chapter 2000-461 of the laws of Florida, authorized the Council to levy up to 0.5 mills of property taxes. The role of the Council is to provide the leadership, advocacy and resources necessary to enhance children's lives and empower them to become responsible, productive adults through collaborative planning and funding of a continuum of quality care.
To learn more about the Children's Services Council, please call (954) 377-1000 or visit our website: www.cscbroward.org. Follow us on Twitter and on Facebook.
Above content provided by Children's Services Council of Broward County.
