The FL LEADS Project is a collaborative Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) grant between the University of Central Florida, the University of South Florida, and various state and local level partnerships. See below for more information about our partners and the services they offer.
KEY PARTNERS
Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD)
The APD works with local organizations and private providers to support people who have developmental disabilities and their families in living, learning, and working in their communities. Visit their website here to learn more.
Florida Behavioral Health Association (FBHA)
The FBHA is the state’s largest trade association representing community treatment providers with a united voice. FBHA serves as a trusted source of information, advances policy initiatives, and advocates for better behavioral health for all Floridians. Visit their website here to learn more.
Florida Department of Health
The Florida Department of Health is an executive branch agency led by a State Surgeon General, who serves as the State Health Officer, and is directly appointed by Florida’s Governor and confirmed by Florida’s Senate. Visit their website here to learn more.
Florida Department of Elder Affairs
The Florida Department of Elder Affairs promotes the well-being, safety, and independence of Florida’s seniors, their families, and caregivers for Floridians to live well and age well. Visit their website here to learn more.
Esca Rosa Suicide Prevention Coalition
The Esca Rosa Suicide Prevention Coalition is a community of stakeholders working together to eliminate suicide by transforming our community through raising awareness, increasing knowledge and skills, and implementing strategic interventions. Visit their website here to learn more.
Florida Highway Patrol
Florida Highway Patrol strives to achieve the core values of courtesy, service and protection. It is their job to help ensure the safety and welfare of millions of Florida’s residents and visitors each and every day. Visit their website here to learn more.
Hanley Foundation
Known simply now as Hanley Foundation, our 501(c)(3) organization provides programming and grant support for statewide substance use disorder advocacy, prevention, education, and access to quality treatment. The Hanley Foundation has changed the conversation within families, schools, and the community at large in regards to substance use disorders, their prevention, and their treatment. Visit their website here to learn more.
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare promotes the health, recovery, and well-being of Floridians affected by mental illnesses and substance use disorders through prevention, coordinated treatment, and supportive services. Visit their website here to learn more.
Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health, Statewide Office of Suicide Prevention
The Statewide Office for Suicide Prevention within the Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health focuses on propagating suicide prevention efforts throughout the state of Florida through various grant-funded initiatives and trainings. Visit their website here to learn more.
The FireWatch
The Fire Watch is Florida’s fight to end veteran suicide. We are building a life-saving network of community members and organizations trained to identify the warning signs of veterans in crisis and to direct those veterans to the help they need. Visit their website here to learn more.
SUPPORTING PARTNERS
Area of Agency on Aging
Community Coalition Alliance
Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities
LSF Health Systems
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare
Molina Healthcare of Florida
Peer Support Coalition of Florida
Perspectives Integrated Treatment and Sober Living
True Health