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    May is Foster Care Month!



    Every child deserves
    a safe and
    loving home.
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    May is Mental Health Awareness Month!



    Mental health is
    just as important
    as physical health.
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    Do you have room for one more?

    Your love and support can help change lives.
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    Child Fatality Prevention Website

    Raising public awareness to assist communities with identifying where resources are needed to help struggling families.
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    Don't Miss the Signs

    All Floridians are legally obligated to report suspected child abuse. Don't Miss the Signs. Report child abuse.
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    Public Assistance Fraud

    It's not
    IF we catch you,
    it's WHEN!

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