Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. - "Your doorway to Choice, Hope and Recovery"

My Florida: Official Portal of the State of Florida

Partnership for Strong Families -

“As the lead community based care agency for circuits 3 and 8, Partnership for Strong Families is committed to ensuring the delivery of high quality services to the children and families of Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Madison, Suwannee, Taylor, and Union Counties. The services provided by PSF include Protective Services, Foster Home Licensing and Placement, In-Home Services, Adoption Services, Prevention Services, Voluntary Services, Information and Referral Services, Family Team Conferencing, Wrap-Around Services, and Independent Living Services.”

Florida Works Online -

Official portal to apply for Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc open positions.

NAMI of Gainesville

Gainesville's Chapter of the nation ’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons living with serious mental illnesses and their families.

American Association for Technology in Psychiatry

The American Association for Technology in Psychiatry (formerly, the Psychiatric Society for Informatics), a nonprofit membership organization of physicians and mental health professionals, is dedicated to the development and use of information technology to improve the quality and availability of psychiatric and mental health care.

National Alliance on Mental Illness

NAMI is dedicated to the eradication of mental illnesses and to the improvement of the quality of life of all whose lives are affected by these diseases.

Mental Health Corporations of America

"MHCA is an alliance of select behavioral health organizations. It is designed to strengthen members' competitive position, enhance their leadership capabilities and facilitate their strategic networking opportunities."

Florida Council for Community Mental Health

The Florida Council for Community Mental Health (FCCMH) is a statewide association of 70 community-based mental health and substance abuse agencies. The association's membership includes a number of agencies that specialize in substance abuse services and children's services, as well as hospital-based programs.

5000 Friends of Florida Families

In a Crisis, Every Florida Family Deserves a Place to Turn. Become a Friend of Florida Families and fill out your pledge today - become one of the 5,000 Friends of Florida's Families

Presidents New Freedom Commission on Mental Health

President George W. Bush established the President's New Freedom Commission on Mental Health in April 2002 as part of his commitment to eliminate inequality for Americans with disabilities.

CARF The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities

CARF-accredited programs ensure the highest industry standards possible, providing risk reduction and accountability.

Florida Substance Abuse & Mental Health Corporation

The Florida Substance Abuse and Mental Health Corporation is a non-profit corporation created by the Legislature to oversee the state's publicly funded substance abuse and mental health services.

Mental Health First Aid

Mental Health First Aid is the help provided to a person developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate professional treatment is received or until the crisis resolves.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy, neither endorses nor opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. Gainesville (352) 372-8091

Al-Anon

For over 55 years, Al-Anon (which includes Alateen for younger members) has been offering strength and hope for friends and families of problem drinkers. It is estimated that each alcoholic affects the lives of at least four other people... alcoholism is truly a family disease. No matter what relationship you have with an alcoholic, whether they are still drinking or not, all who have been affected by someone else’s drinking can find solutions that lead to serenity in the Al-Anon/Alateen fellowship. Al-Anon local phone information for Gainesville is 1-800-851-1795. A list of meetings in the area can be found at http://www.northfloridaal-anon.org/Dist2.htm. Gainesville has at least one meeting every day.

Faces and Voices of Recovery

Faces & Voices of Recovery is committed to organizing and mobilizing the millions of Americans in long-term recovery from alcohol and other drug addiction, our families, friends, and allies to speak with one voice.

Florida Alcohol & Drug Abuse Association (FADAA)

The mission of FADAA is to represent its members in advancing addiction treatment, prevention and research through public policy leadership, communications, professional development and quality member services.

In The Rooms

The premier and most comprehensive online social network for the Recovery community worldwide. In The Rooms provides resources for people seeking help or treatment; for people in recovery; and for friends, family and allies of those in recovery. You can join online meetings and affinity groups; browse the library for articles; connect with other resources for recovery; and take an active role in promoting recovery.

Narcotics Anonymous

Every addict in the world has the chance to experience our message in his or her own language and culture and find the opportunity for a new way of life. Gainesville (352) 376-8008

Rethinking Drinking - NIAAA

For anyone who drinks, this site offers valuable, research-based information. What do you think about taking a look at your drinking habits and how they may affect your health? Rethinking Drinking can help you get started.

SAMHSA Alcohol & Drug Information

SAMHSA works to improve the quality and availability of substance abuse prevention, addiction treatment, and mental health services.