Marriage counseling that Heals in Fort Myers, FL. Restore Your Relationship.

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Long renowned as a premiere winter resort, Fort Myers, Florida is also a great city for families with children and teenagers. During the school year, your children will attend fine educational establishments such as Cypress Lake and South Fort Myers High Schools, and Colin English or Orange River Elementary.¹ Or, if you prefer, the area boasts a wide selection of quality private schools. And when school's out, there will be very little trouble keeping the kids busy. There's always something to do around here. Visit the winter homes of American industrial pioneers Thomas Edison and Henry Ford. Or, if you'd rather spend some time outside, take the kids to Centennial Park, right on the water. To combine fun and education, take the whole group to the Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium, featuring rescued animals, a butterfly garden, nature trails, and, of course, the planetarium. Or, take the family to learn about the area's fascinating heritage at the Southwest Florida Museum of History. And this says nothing of the short ride to the many fine beaches along Florida's Gulf Coast, with Charlotte Harbor just downriver. Not that you have to leave town to have a great time. Right along the riverfront, in historic downtown, you will always find plenty going on. Make sure you check out the entertainment district and the Fort Meyers Art Walk. All year long, your family will find plenty of interesting and entertaining things to do right in the area. You're going to love it here in sunny Fort Myers.

Marriage and Couples Mental Health in Fort Myers

Footsteps to the Future in Fort Myers is a non-profit organization dedicated to bettering the lives of female children and youths in foster care. The number of children aging out of foster care is increasing, and without help, they will not have the skills required to begin their lives as adults.² Footsteps to the Future programs are focused on teaching girls self-sufficiency and the ability to live independently as they age out of care. Advocacy, mentoring, and academic support are key elements of the Footsteps to the Future vision. They encourage the children in their programs to achieve good grades, finish high school, and learn vocational skills to aid in their transition to independence from the foster care system.³ For more information about the program, or to find out about upcoming events, call (239) 281-7378 or (239) 275-5834.

Friendship Centers of Lee County, located in Fort Myers, offers comprehensive services to support families and aid seniors in living independent lives.⁴ The center offers companionship, care, and socialization for elderly loved ones in the “Living Room” during the day, provides meals via delivery as well as its neighborhood Friendly Café, and organizes volunteers for programs like Friendship at Home, RELIEF Volunteer Respite and more. To find out more, call (239) 275-1881.

Family Services and Assistance Programs

Families seeking assistance with meeting nutritional needs can turn to the Harry Chapin Food Bank in Fort Myers. The pantry partners with over 150 agencies and organizations to provide services to families in distress. Unlike many community food banks, the Harry Chapin Food Bank joins forces with its partners to buy food in bulk and then prepare and distribute meals to families in need. However, families calling in need of emergency assistance are also connected with local pantries to assist them immediately.⁵ For more information, call (239) 334-7007.

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References

1. Orange River Elementary School. (2017). Home Page. Retrieved from http://ore.leeschools.net/Default.aspx
2. Children’s Rights. (2016). Facts about Aging Out. Retrieved from http://www.childrensrights.org/issues-resources/foster-care/facts-about-aging-out/
3. Footsteps to the Future. (2017). Home Page. Retrieved from http://footstepstothefuture.camp9.org/
4. Friendship Centers. (2017). Friendship Centers of Lee County. Retrieved from http://www.friendshipcenters.org/Locations/Lee.aspx
5. Harry Chapin Food Bank. (2017). Home page. Retrieved from http://harrychapinfoodbank.org/

Fort Myers is located in Lee County, Florida. It has a land area of 39.77 square miles and a water area of 9.19 square miles.  The population of Fort Myers is 74,013 people with 25,095 households and a median annual income of $39,039. .

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Counseling in this region can be difficult to afford for many people without insurance. Most people in Fort Myers are not able to commit to a weekly therapy session without proper budgeting. The good news is that counselors in Fort Myers may offer sliding scale fees or low cost options. Insurance may cover your sessions as well. Talk to your therapist to learn more. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Fort Myers public health department.