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Community Engagement

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Harvey WaldenCommunity Member
6 hours ago

Community Engagement

Community Engagement Office of Community Advocacy 311 Help Feedback Advisory Boards Services Advisory Boards Services Advisory Boards Services Community Engagement Share: Through its advisory boards, the Community Engagement Division serves as a liaison between the community and the Board of County Commissioners, bringing forward community concerns, needs, and priorities while recommending policy and legislative changes. The boards also foster relationships and collaboration within the community to advance their respective sectors and improve quality of life for all County residents. Advisory Boards If you'd like to serve on a board, submit your application online. The DVOB has oversight of the funds collected from the Food & Beverage Tax portion for domestic violence. Domestic Violence Oversight Board The LGBTQIA+ Board will address issues in the community and promote Miami-Dade County as an LGBTQIA+-inclusive and friendly community. LGBTQIA+ The commission advocates for the status of women and works to improve their quality of life. Commission for Women The board advocates for the social, economic, political and educational needs in the community. Black Affairs The Asian-American Board assists with matters pertaining to the Asian community. Asian-American The primary mission is to intervene and contain community tensions as quickly as possible. Community Relations The Hispanic Affairs Advisory Board formulates and recommend plans and programs that support the Hispanic community. Hispanic Affairs Providing support on a range of issues, this board is a platform for the elderly community. Elder Affairs Providing faith-based, religious and spiritual leaders an opportunity to discuss countless matters collegially through interfaith dialogue. Interfaith The Council aims to pursue a balanced perspective among economic development, social justice, and environmental sustainability, both in the short and long term. Dr. Antonio Jorge Social and Economic Development Council The mission of the Military Affairs Board is to provide the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners with recommendations in regards to the military and veterans. Military Affairs The SDBHC is tasked with educating residents on the major contributions made by black communities to Miami-Dade County’s infrastructure, cultural and social histories. South Dade Black History Center Advisory Board Goodwill Ambassador Program A Goodwill Ambassador is a Miami-Dade County employee who volunteers to provide customer service to residents and visitors to enhance the reputation of Miami-Dade County and its municipalities for sensitivity to diverse cultures and their efforts to facilitate peace and goodwill. Sign Up Services Federal Government Assistance A representative from U.S. Senator Ashley Moody and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services can assist you with questions and answers on Immigration, IRS, HUD and Social Security matters at the Stephen P. Clark Center, lobby. Get Help with Domestic Violence Get Help with Domestic Violence Victims of domestic violence can receive assistance through a wide range of intervention and prevention services. Miami-Dade County offers free holistic and coordinated services through multiple violence prevention and intervention services and programs. Office of Policy and Budgetary Affairs Christina M. CiciliaDirector Stephen P. Clark Center111 NW 1st Street, Suite 250 Miami, FL 33128305-375-5350 Contact UsRequest Public Records Miami-Dade County Facebook - Opens a warning dialogMiami-Dade County Instagram - Opens a warning dialogMiami-Dade County Youtube - Opens a warning dialogMiami-Dade County X - Opens a warning dialog Feedbackchat Leaving Miami-Dade County You are now leaving the official website of Miami-Dade County government. Please be aware that when you exit this site, you are no longer protected by our privacy or security policies. Miami-Dade County is not responsible for the content provided on linked sites. The provision of links to these external sites does not constitute an endorsement. Please click 'OK' to be sent to the new site, or Click 'Cancel' to go back. OkCancel

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HAHarvey Walden
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Our Crisis Centers

Our Crisis Centers Learn more about our network of crisis contact centers and what you can do to support them. Find your local crisis center. What is a Crisis Center? Crisis centers answer 988 Lifeline calls, texts, and chats. They provide local care with national support. A crisis center is a resource for individuals in need of mental health support. They provide mental health services and emotional support for their state or local communities. Most crisis centers are non-profit and many utilize trained volunteers as well as mental health professionals. Your local crisis center usually serves your entire community, often 24/7 and free of charge. These centers connect callers to providers in their community that can support their needs. Crisis centers answer calls, texts, chats for the 988 Lifeline, as well as local helplines and other resources such mobile services. Crisis centers also provide training and educational resources on suicide prevention and mental wellness. They are also a resource for mental health professionals seeking advice on best practices. All of the services a crisis center offers strengthen their local community and the state as a whole. How do I find my local crisis center? All of our crisis centers within the U.S. and U.S. territories can be found in the Crisis Centers by State and U.S. Territory listing. Crisis Centers by State and U.S. Territory Crisis Centers Support the 988 Lifeline The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) is made up of an expansive network of over 200 local – and state–funded crisis contact centers located across the United States and its territories. The counselors at these local crisis centers answer calls, chats, and texts from people in emotional distress that the 988 Lifeline receives daily. The 988 Lifeline’s crisis centers provide the specialized care of a local community with the support of a national network. The 988 Lifeline’s united network provides at-risk individuals across the country with a single, well-known phone number and name. This unity enables the 988 Lifeline to assure that centers are accredited, provide training for counselors, and disseminate standards and best practices. Calls to the 988 Lifeline are routed to their local center. Local counselors at crisis centers are familiar with community mental health resources, and can therefore provide referrals to local services. Why Crisis Centers Need Your Help The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is an effective, life-saving safety net for those experiencing mental health crises, as shown by research. Although the 988 Lifeline is a national program, the funds that sustain the network’s crisis centers come from state and local contributors. Many of the crisis centers in our network require more funding and resources in order to continue operating and growing. Crisis centers are a key component of mental healthcare within each county and state across the United States. The centers act as a safety net for those at serious risk, especially those with nowhere else to turn. Our Crisis Center Network How To Support a Crisis Center There are many ways to support the crisis centers in our network. First, find the 988 Lifeline crisis center nearest to you. Crisis Centers by State and U.S. Territory Donate Interested in donating to your local crisis center directly? Go to their website or contact your nearest 988 Lifeline crisis center directly and see how you can contribute. Volunteer Many 988 Lifeline centers have volunteer opportunities, and a number of them depend largely on volunteer help. Reach out directly to your local crisis center and ask them how you can help. Advocate for Them If you have been helped by a crisis center or know someone who has, you know how important they can be to people in your community. Let your crisis center know how you appreciate them, and ask how your voice can assist them in advocating for more funds and resources to continue growing and serving your community. Organize A Fundraiser Organize a fundraiser in your community to help support your local crisis center and donate a percentage or all of the proceeds. Contact your local 988 Lifeline center and see how your event might benefit their work, and make it happen! Participate On Social Media While not all crisis centers in our network have a social media presence, you can still help educate the public online about how important crisis centers are and ways to support them.

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HAHarvey Walden
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Sweetwater Veterans Service Office Information

Sweetwater Veterans Service Office 11330 SW 7th Street Sweetwater, FL 33174 Phone: 305-223-7067 Services: Assistance with VA benefits claims Guidance on healthcare services Help with education and training benefits Support for disability compensation Information on burial and survivor benefits Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Saturday - Sunday: Closed Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are recommended to ensure timely service. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment.

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