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Hillsborough County Check on the Feeding Tampa Bay site daily for feeding sites. https://feedingtampabay.org/findfood Florida Division of Emergency Management Cooking and Feeding Sites: Cooking & Feeding Sites (arcgis.com) Additional Resources: https://www.floridadisaster.org/ The City of Tampa has opened sites to deliver vital supplies to residents impacted by Hurricane Milton. Drive-through PODS – point of distributions sites – are handing out supplies including water, MREs, and ice at two locations. Gandy Boat Ramp (5108 W Gandy Blvd., 33611) Al Lopez Park (4810 N Himes Ave, 33614) The drive-through PODS will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, and will stay open daily for up to a week, as long as there are supplies. Hillsborough County Comfort Station, in conjunction with the National Guard:. The comfort station is located at the Progress Village Senior Center, 8701 Progress Blvd., Tampa, FL 33619. The site opened at noon, Oct. 14, and will operate daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. until further notice. The comfort station offers showers, restrooms, washers and dryers for laundry, and a cooling tent. Hot food or boxed meals will be available at lunch and dinner times. Replacement of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) SNAP Recipients who lost food due to Hurricane Milton can apply for food replacement by completing the form located at https://www.myflfamilies.com/milton The Hillsborough County BRC is located at the Entrepreneur Collaborative Center (ECC), 2101 E. Palm Ave., Tampa, FL 33605. The BRC is open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The center is closed on Sunday. Free parking is available across Palm Avenue. Hillsborough County and the Florida Department of Emergency Management (FDEM) are establishing a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) for individuals impacted by Hurricanes Milton, Helene, and Debby. The MARC will be staffed with personnel from federal, state, regional partners, and non-profit agencies to ensure residents have access to all available resources following the storm events. Town 'N Country MARC : Town ‘N Country Regional Public Library, located at 7606 Paula Dr #120, Tampa, FL 33615 9AM-5PM For more details: https://hcfl.gov/newsroom/2024/10/13/first-multi-agency-resource-center-marc-to-open-in-hillsborough-for-residents-and-business-owners-in-need-of-assistance Plant City MARC: Florida Strawberry Festival TECO Expo Hall, 2301 W. Oak Ave., Plant City, FL 33563 in Plant City 9AM-5PM | Seven days a week til further notice: https://hcfl.gov/newsroom/2024/10/15/multi-agency-resource-center-marc-added-in-plant-city-to-further-aide-residents-and-business-owners-in-need-of-assistance?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2osYIAJFxld54p65hPcCRFijLnx-QNGTEoCcj35uBLNHnjat-yME_19ng_aem_nykAMuPCD7wGzLRsWnnwXQ

The Children's Board Family Resource Centers function as a strong, collaborative partnership between several agencies committed to families in Hillsborough County. Do you have an idea? Please tell us about it! We review your ideas regularly and use them to influence our programming. Describe your idea. Why do you want to see this in your Center? Which Center do you regularly visit? Choose an option Do you have any additional feedback or comments about the Children's Board Family Resource Centers? If you would like for us to follow up with you directly, please provide your phone number or email address. Submit We appreciate your feedback!

Yenny Center Manager Yenny was born in Colombia, but moved to Seville, Spain after graduating from High School. While in Spain, she studied Social Integration and Sociology. She then moved to the U.S. and lived in Portland, Oregon and Chicago; later relocating to Tampa. As a Florida resident, Yenny has worked in non-profit organizations, servicing families in different Hillsborough County communities. Yenny believes that her service to a family begins by dedicating full attention to listen to them and identify their needs. She endeavors to provide the families all the assistance they need and qualify for. Yenny always shows a smiling face, as she believes this transmits empathy. It is very rewarding when the assisted families respond to her services, also with a smile :) . ¡Yo hablo español! Coming Soon Intake and Referral Specialist Leonila is native to La Ceiba, Honduras. She speaks fluent Garifuna, Spanish, and English. Leonila started her work in the educational system in 1988 and spent several years working as a school principal in Honduras. Once she and her family moved to the United States she continued her career with a focus in childcare education. Leonila believes that life is a learning process and her greatest passion is to serve children and families. ¡Yo hablo español y Garifuna! Jacqueline Support Specialist Jaqueline was born in New York and moved to Ponce, Puerto Rico when she was 5 years old. She have a Bachelor Degree in Social Work and is currently completing her Master Degree. Since 3rd grade, Jaqueline have participate in missionary trips to Dominican Republic, Haiti and Venezuela helping families with needs. Her professional goals are to serve the families of the Hillsborough County and write a book about her work experiences. " Yo hablo español" Tiffany Family Specialist (Part-Time) My name is Tiffany, I was born here in Tampa. I am a mother of three and I have been a member with the Childrens Board family resource center for more than 5 years. My family and i have been able to get valuable information and opportunities as members. Now to have the chance to help other families as a support specialist is a proud 360 moment. As a Tampanian It is a pleasure to be able to help other people living here to improve their quality of life. I am excited for the chance to meet more of our community members and assist them in meeting their needs. Mario Family Specialist

The Children's Board Family Resource Centers function as a strong, collaborative partnership between several agencies committed to families in Hillsborough County. Welcome! To review your Family Resource Center Calendar, please select your preferred calendar in the drop-down menu. Bienvenido! Para revisar su calendario de preferencia de los Centros de Resurcos para las Familias, favor de hacer un click en el nombre del centro.

Equitable access to quality healthcare is improved with the help of a Healthcare Navigator. These services are available at all 7 CBFRCs and virtually. MONDAYS Brandon from 11:00am-4:00pm Central Tampa from 9:00am-4:00pm South County from 1:00pm-5pm Town 'N Country from 10:00am-1:00pm North Tampa 10:00am-3:00pm TUESDAYS Temple Terrace from 10:00am-2:00pm Services in Portuguese are available virtually. THURSDAYS Brandon from 9:30am-1:00pm Central Tampa from 10:00am-3:00pm North Tampa from 9:00am-5:00pm Plant City from 10:00am-2:00pm Temple Terrace 9:30am-3:00pm FRIDAY North Tampa 9:00am-3:00pm South County 11:00am-3:00pm *Services in Portuguese are available virtually* To schedule an appointment with a multilingual Healthcare Navigator, click "Meet with a Navigator" or call your preferred CBFRC. Walk-ins are welcome! MEET WITH A NAVIGATOR

Center-Driven Programming The CBFRC staff develop, plan and facilitate an array of fun, engaging and educational programs for children and families. Programs range from Sighting Sight Words, to Sensory Play, to STEM, to cultural celebrations for the whole family. Please check the calendars of each location to confirm class schedules, suggested age groups and activity details. Provider Programming Community partners and CBHC providers deliver high-quality programs and services at all CBFRC locations. Providers include: BayCare KIDS, ReDefiners World Languages, Preserve Vision Florida, Family Healthcare Foundation, Glazer Children's Museum, Junior League of Tampa, Tampa Family Health Mobile Dental Clinics, Suncoast Community Health Mobile Dental Clinics, A!SLS Success Through Learning and Support. Early Childhood Service Coordination Early Childhood Service Coordinators at the Children’s Board Family Resource Centers work with families to provide support in ways that build the family’s capacity to better meet their goals. Early Childhood Service Coordinators will: (1) Develop and complete a family support plan with goals (2) Refer family for services, supports and programs (3) Partner with families to build strong parent-child relationships and strengthen support networks. If you are interested in enrolling in this program, please call your local Center. Intake and Referral Services The CBFRCs promote an array of parent networking opportunities. Through activities, classes, support groups and special events, parents and caregivers are encouraged to network and meet others in their local community. No parent should have to raise a child alone, and building social connections and supports with other parents is healthy and celebrated in the CBFRCs. Computer Lab Each CBFRC is equipped with a Computer Lab that has printing, scanning and faxing. Our staff are prepared to assist with online job applications, ACCESS, financial aid programs, email set up Head Start program applications and more. Free Public Notary If you are in need of a Public Notary, please call your preferred CBFRC to verify that one of our on-staff Notaries is available. There is no cost to this service. Volunteer Work (18 years+) We love our volunteers! Adults 18 years and older are encouraged to bring their compassion, special talents, unique interests and valuable time to the CBFRCs. All volunteers must pass a background screening and participate in a virtual training. To apply, please fill out a brief electronic form . Community Advisory Council Each CAC is made up of representatives from the business community, faith community, school system, early learning providers, healthcare providers and community leaders, as well as members at large. The CACs hold monthly meetings to review and provide input on how the Centers can optimize their value to the community. These discussions provide CBFRC Staff with fresh perspectives on programmatic issues and community needs. CAC members are effectively voices for the community and have a budget to use toward programming. If you are interested in committing to being a CAC member, please email CBFRCinfo@lsfnetlorg for an application. Free Play Each CBFRC has a fun-filled Free Play space where kids can be kids, and parents and caregivers can enjoy a little free time with their children. From books, to puzzles, to trucks, to animal figurines, to blocks - everyone is sure to find something they like. The spaces are open during operating hours, with the exception of 30 minutes before closing (for cleaning purposes) and during Mobile Medical Clinics (held once per month at each CBFRC). Pop-Up Play The Glazer Children's Museum's "Pop-Up Play" Exhibit is exclusive to the Plant City CBFRC, and features a rotating theme throughout the year. Themes have included: forts, sea turtles, trains and classic children's literature. The exhibit is open to all Hillsborough County families at no cost and includes bilingual interactive play and learning elements. Use of Facility Community organizations and groups are encouraged to utilize the spaces available in the CBFRCs for meetings, events, client sessions, etc. If you are interested in using a room in one of the CBFRCs, please email CBFRCinfo@lsfnet.org for the form. Parent Networking Opportunities The CBFRCs promote an array of parent networking opportunities. Through activities, classes, support groups and special events, parents and caregivers are encouraged to network and meet others in their local community. No parent should have to raise a child alone, and building social connections and supports with other parents is healthy and celebrated in the CBFRCs.

Early Childhood Service Coordination