Homestead Behavioral Health Services: Options & Support

Homestead residents can access a broad spectrum of behavioral health services, including those provided by Miami-Dade County Public Schools, local organizations, crisis stabilization units, and a mobile response team.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools offers resources for students and families. The Exceptional Student Education department can be reached at (305) 995-2037. Mental Health Services are available at (305) 995-1020. For general inquiries, call (305) 995-1000. Additional student support is available through SEDNET at (305) 598-2436 and Student Services at (305) 816-0436. Parents can contact the M-DCPS Mental Health Parent Assistance Line at (305) 995-7100 and the Parental Concern Hotline at (305) 995-2333.

Numerous local organizations provide direct behavioral health support. These include the Center for Family and Child Enrichment, Inc. at (305) 624-7450, Community Health of South Florida (CHI) at (305) 252-4820, and Face To Face Mental Health Services at (305) 964-5824. The FIU Center for Children and Families is available at (305) 348-0477. The Institute for Child and Family Health, which also serves as a contact for The Melissa Institute for Violence Prevention and Treatment, can be reached at (305) 685-0381. JCS of South Florida-Mental Health Resources can be contacted at (305) 576-6550. Kristi House is at (305) 547-6800. Morning Star Centers is available at (305) 412-0138. Regis House can be reached at (305) 642-7600. Whispering Manes Therapeutic Riding Center offers unique therapeutic options at (305) 596-4204.

For immediate and critical situations, crisis stabilization units operate in the region. These include Citrus Health Network at (305) 825-0300, Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital at (305) 585-4564, Larkin Community Hospital at (305) 284-7723, and Nicklaus Children’s Hospital at (305) 666-6511. The WestCare/The Village South- Mobile Response Team (MRT) provides immediate assistance at (800) 435-7968.

Additional local support services are available to Homestead residents. The Children’s Bereavement Center offers support at (888) 988-5438. Miami Bridge Youth and Family Services, Inc. is available at (305) 635-8953. The Alliance for LGBTQ Youth can be reached at (305) 899-8087. The Children’s Trust is at (305) 571-5700. Thriving Mind South Florida is available at (305) 858-3335, and YES Institute can be contacted at (305) 663-7195. For general assistance, residents can dial 211 for the JCS Switchboard of Miami. The national Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is accessible by calling 988.

These resources are available today for anyone in Homestead seeking behavioral health support or information.