Family Support Services Duval & Nassau Counties

Family Support Services Duval & Nassau Counties Family Support Services Duval & Nassau is the lead agency for foster care, adoption & family services

06/19/2026

If you have a “patient heart” and are looking for a way to serve children and families, join our next free, virtual info session! Community Tables virtual info sessions hosted by FSS foster home specialists will answer your questions and get you started on your journey.

👉 Save your spot at https://www.fssjax.org/what-we-do/foster-care/ or the Events page on Facebook.com/fssjax!

Threads of Resilience Family Boutique is open at Center of Hope at Emmett Reed 🛍️ A partnership between Center of Hope a...
06/17/2026

Threads of Resilience Family Boutique is open at Center of Hope at Emmett Reed 🛍️ A partnership between Center of Hope and JFCS - The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services, Threads of Resilience is a family boutique where 32209 community members can shop to meet their immediate and unexpected needs, plus a bonding room for new parents and their babies 🍼
👉Threads of Resilience is open to provide a helping hand Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Please go to centerofhopefl.org and click "Request Services" to schedule an appointment.

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The fourth annual Summer Hope Fest was full of family, food and fun! 💜 The Center of Hope at Emmett Reed was full of mus...
06/15/2026

The fourth annual Summer Hope Fest was full of family, food and fun! 💜 The Center of Hope at Emmett Reed was full of music, community, games, raffles and prizes, and more on Saturday as hundreds of folks turned out for this summertime favorite event. The youth performances were a huge hit, with spoken word, dancing, piano solos and more! 🎶 HUGE THANKS to every partner, family, and volunteer who made this year's Hope Fest an incredible experience for all 🎉

There's so much to do at the Centers of Hope -- see what's next at CenterOfHopeFL.org.

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It was a great day for fun and family at The Jessie! 🎪 It was a carnival-themed afternoon celebrating the hard work of r...
06/13/2026

It was a great day for fun and family at The Jessie! 🎪 It was a carnival-themed afternoon celebrating the hard work of reunification, complete with face painting, a burger bar, games, crafts, resources, raffle prizes, and plenty of room to enjoy. 🍿 Council Member Chris Miller presented a powerful resolution approved by the Jacksonville City Council, officially recognizing Reunification Month in Jacksonville! 💙🎉Magistrate Donna Vincent also presented awards to three case managers nominated for their dedication and outstanding work for children and families. CONGRATULATIONS to Crystal, Priscilla and Katrina! 🏆

HUGE THANKS to Magistrate Vincent and the steering committee for making this magical day happen for these deserving families. Reunification takes courage, patience and resilience, and we are all so glad you had a great day!

💖 National Reunification Month Carnival 2026 was made possible thanks to the support and generosity of our partners and sponsors: 💖
Florida Guardian ad Litem Foundation
Farah and Farah
The Jessie Community Center
The Loop • Bravoz • Rock the Spectrum • Jacksonville Icemen • Painting With a Twist
Catty Shack Ranch • Mayday Ice Cream • Peterbrooke Chocolatier • Florida Theatre
The Yard Milkshake Bar • Community First Igloo • Metro Diner • Jacksonville Waves
DanielKids • National Youth Advocate Program, Inc. • JFCS - The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services

Florida Department of Children and Families TODAY Florida Coalition for Children (FCC)

Extra, extra -- Center of Hope at Kennedy is front page news! 📰 Many thanks to The Florida Times-Union for highlighting ...
06/10/2026

Extra, extra -- Center of Hope at Kennedy is front page news! 📰 Many thanks to The Florida Times-Union for highlighting the incredible, life-changing work being done in both 32209 and 32206. As Executive Director Jada Hunter said, “Success is when families move from crisis to stability and begin to truly thrive,” and we are proud to be partners with all of you.

⬇️ Read the story below (best on mobile!) or get a copy of today's print edition! :: bit.ly/4egES3M
👉 Request services and learn more at CenterOfHopeFL.org

Florida Coalition for Children (FCC)

Family Support Services' Center of Hope in Jacksonville offers free resources to prevent family crises that could lead to child abuse or neglect. See link below ⬇️

📸 Provided by Wes Lester/City of Jacksonville

06/10/2026

You can support reunified families, teens aging out of and more by donating from our Ongoing Needs list! These items are commonly-requested needs that often cannot be purchased with grant dollars. 🍼📚 Find the full list at https://bit.ly/FSSOngoingNeeds or email [email protected] for more information!

In Florida, drowning remains the leading cause of death for children under five. Open water and backyard pools alike pos...
06/09/2026

In Florida, drowning remains the leading cause of death for children under five. Open water and backyard pools alike pose risks when barriers, supervision, or preparation are missing.

Wear this lanyard while supervising inexperienced swimmers to remind you of your role as a designated Water Watcher and to keep helpful water safety tips easily accessible this summer!
🪪Printable Lanyard: https://bit.ly/4bg29RF
👉Learn more: myflfamilies.com/watersafety

Florida Department of Children and Families

Summer BreakSpot is back! Meals at no cost are available for kids and teens while schools are closed. Find a site near y...
06/08/2026

Summer BreakSpot is back! Meals at no cost are available for kids and teens while schools are closed. Find a site near you: SummerBreakSpot.org/Find-Location/

Just one more week until the 4th annual Summer Hope Fest with Center of Hope on Saturday, June 13, from noon to 3 p.m.! ...
06/06/2026

Just one more week until the 4th annual Summer Hope Fest with Center of Hope on Saturday, June 13, from noon to 3 p.m.! 🙌 💜 Summer Hope Fest is a free, family-friendly community celebration designed to uplift families with free food, raffles and prizes, games, youth talent show performances, and access to valuable community resources especially in the 32209 and 32206 communities. Every year is bigger and better -- can't wait to see you next Saturday at 1093 W. 6th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209! Call Center of Hope at 904-265-6787 for more information.
👉Call Center of Hope at 904-265-6787 for more information.

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Address

1300 Riverplace Boulevard, Ste 700
Jacksonville, FL
32207

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19044215800

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