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Northwest Florida

Local resources should be easier to navigate—and easier to keep current.

We are building this directory from organizations we know, resources we have used, and services our region genuinely needs.

Emerald Coast Victim Services community outreach resources

Contact providers directly to confirm hours, eligibility, cost, service area, and availability.

If you notice outdated information or want to suggest a resource, please contact ECVS.

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Healthcare & forensic care

Medical services, forensic care options, and follow-up health support.

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Counseling & advocacy

Advocacy programs and mental health support.

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Legal & practical support

Legal information, transportation, documentation, and practical needs.

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Housing & basic needs

Shelter, housing support, food access, and essential resources.

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Community services

Regional programs serving individuals and families.

Known through our local work

Resources ECVS has worked with

These are organizations we know through ECVS’s regional work and referral conversations. The right fit depends on the person, county, and current availability, so please contact each organization directly.

Domestic violence supportEscambia & Santa Rosa counties

FavorHouse of Northwest Florida

24/7 crisis support, advocacy, shelter, counseling, and practical help for people affected by domestic violence.

850-434-6600Visit official website
Domestic violence supportOkaloosa & Walton counties

Shelter House

Free and confidential domestic violence services, including a 24/7 hotline, advocacy, shelter, and outreach.

850-863-4777Visit official website
Child advocacy centerEscambia County

Gulf Coast Kid’s House

A child-centered response for suspected abuse, bringing investigation, advocacy, medical care, and support together in one place.

850-595-5800Visit official website
Sexual assault advocacyNorthwest Florida

Gulf Coast Sexual Assault Program

Sexual assault advocacy and support across Northwest Florida. Use the official site to confirm the current hotline for your county.

Visit official website
Human trafficking & missing childrenNorthwest Florida

Shadows of Strength

A nonprofit working to combat human trafficking through intelligence, operations, regional collaboration, and survivor-centered support.

Visit official website
HIV servicesPensacola & Fort Walton Beach

OASIS Florida

HIV testing, education, and support with offices serving both sides of the Emerald Coast.

Pensacola 850-429-7551 · Fort Walton Beach 850-314-0950Visit official website
Public health & HIV servicesEscambia County

Florida Department of Health — Escambia

HIV prevention, testing, counseling, linkage to care, PrEP and PEP information, and other county health services.

HIV inquiries 850-316-2723Visit official website
Veteran & military family supportPensacola and surrounding communities

Pensacola Vet Center

Confidential counseling and connection to support for eligible Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost.

850-456-5886Visit official website
Veteran court supportSanta Rosa County

Friends of Santa Rosa Veterans Treatment Court

An all-volunteer nonprofit supporting Santa Rosa County’s Veterans Treatment Court, including its mentoring and community-support needs.

Visit official website
Veteran & first responder wellbeingMilton and Northwest Florida

Last Call Ranch & Retreat

A grassroots organization founded through lived experience, supporting Veterans, first responders, and their families through connection and whole-person wellness.

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Military sexual assault supportLocal installations & worldwide

Military SAPR & DoD Safe Helpline

Confidential, anonymous 24/7 support for members of the DoD community, with connections to installation Sexual Assault Response Coordinators and victim advocates.

877-995-5247Visit official website
Education, counseling & supportEscambia & Santa Rosa counties

Pace Center for Girls — Escambia-Santa Rosa

Year-round education, counseling, life-skills development, and individualized support for middle- and high-school girls and their families.

850-478-7060Visit official website
Community resource networkEscambia & Santa Rosa counties

United Way of West Florida

ECVS is listed in United Way of West Florida’s community provider network, helping local residents find and connect with available support.

850-434-3157Visit official website

Trauma counseling providers

Trauma therapists will have their own verified directory.

ECVS has local trauma counseling providers we have worked with. We will add individual practices after their contact information, specialties, service area, and availability are reverified.

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Resource information was reviewed in August 2026. A listing is not a guarantee of eligibility, availability, or a particular outcome. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

Support should be informed, local, and clear.

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