At Kids Central, we work to help youth and young adults build a strong foundation for their lives. Our Independent Living and Extended Foster Care provide young adults with the life skills and services that they need to make a successful transition to the responsibilities of adulthood. Kids Central and its partners provide Independent Living …
Support Programs
Kids Central and its partners are dedicated to providing support programs to assist children and families, young adults, expectant mothers, caregivers and anyone who is invested in the well-being of children. We offer a variety of support programs to that end.
Independent Living Program
Kids Central works to help youth and young adults build a strong foundation for their lives. Our Independent Living and Extended Foster Care provide young adults with the life skills and services that they need to make a successful transition to the responsibilities of adulthood.
Family Preservation Services
Kids Central is dedicated to helping local families thrive. Our Family Preservation Services work to prevent abuse and neglect – and keep families together – through education, resources, and other supports. Merely a few of these important programs include Baby Sleep Basics, the Parenting Journey Program, the Family Team Conference, and Parent Needs Assistance.
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Healthy Start Program
Every baby deserves a healthy start, and every expectant mother deserves support. Kids Central helps expectant mothers as the managing organization for the statewide Healthy Start program in Alachua, Hernando, and Lake Counties. Screenings for this free program are available to all pregnant women and families with babies up to age 3.
Baby Sleep Basics
Every baby deserves a healthy start, and every expectant mother deserves support. Kids Central helps expectant mothers as the managing organization for the statewide Healthy Start program in Alachua, Hernando, and Lake Counties. Screenings for this free program are available to all pregnant women and families with babies up to age 3.
MIECHV Program
Every baby deserves a healthy start, and every expectant mother deserves support. Kids Central helps expectant mothers as the managing organization for the statewide Healthy Start program in Alachua, Hernando, and Lake Counties. Screenings for this free program are available to all pregnant women and families with babies up to age 3.
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At Kids Central, our mission of service, excellence, and caring is reflected in everything we do. We are dedicated to achieving measurable, positive outcomes for children and families in the Central Florida communities we serve. Please join us in creating brighter futures for children and families.
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Home for the Holidays
A Celebration of Forever Families On December 12, 2025, the spirit of the season filled the Ocala Courthouse as 18 children found their forever homes during our annual Home for the Holidays adoption event. These children were lovingly welcomed into 13 families and will now celebrate the holidays surrounded by the warmth, security, and joy …
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Kids Central Staff Celebrate the Season at Annual Staff Holiday Party Kid Central staff celebrated the holiday season at our annual KCI Staff Holiday Party. Team members embraced the festive spirit by donning holiday attire, enjoying seasonal music, and playing fun, Christmas-themed games. One highlight of the celebration was viewing the holiday decorating contest videos, …
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KCI Board Members Issue Proclamation Recognizing Marion Case Management Achievements A Huge Congratulations to Our Marion County Case Management Team! The Kids Central Board of Directors has officially issued a Proclamation recognizing and commending our incredible Marion County Case Management team for their outstanding work! Thanks to their dedication and tireless efforts, the number of …
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