If you find yourself facing an unplanned pregnancy in Okaloosa County and need some help, you’ve come to the right place. Below is a list of resources that you may find useful. We’ve included everything from pregnancy centers, to Florida adoption agencies, to food pantries, and more. This list also includes resources for the surrounding area, including Holt, Auburn, Baker, and Crestview.
But maybe you just need someone to talk to, right now? In that case, don’t hesitate to give us a call. The Law Office of Madonna Finney employs a staff of caring, professional social workers who would be happy to help you sort through your pregnancy options. In addition, Madonna is the panhandle’s only Board Certified Florida Adoption Attorney. We combine the best services that any Florida adoption agency would typically offer you, and pair that with our unmatched legal expertise. You can contact us at any time, regardless of where you’re at in your pregnancy and even after you’ve given birth. Call or text us 24/7 at (850) 308-1836. Your call is confidential and we welcome the opportunity to answer your questions.
Pregnancy Resources
Pregnancy Testing – Okaloosa Health Department – (850) 833-9246
221 Hospital Drive NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 or 810 E. James Lee Blvd., Crestview, FL 32539
Appointments to assess for possible pregnancy are available for women who are at least 2 weeks past their expected date of menses. If pregnancy is confirmed, presumptive eligibility for pregnancy Medicaid processing is accomplished during the appointment, you will be counseled about healthy choices for you and your baby, and you will be referred to a local obstetric provider for your pregnancy care.
Fort Walton Beach Center for Women – (850) 862-9020
117 Robinwood SW, Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32549
The trained consultants at the Center for Women ready to serve you and answer your questions. All services are confidential and free of charge. Making an appointment helps the Center ensure there will be someone available to serve you.
“MotherToBaby is the nation’s leading authority and most trusted source of evidence-based information on the safety of medications and other exposures during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. We specialize in answering questions about the safety/risk of exposures, such as medications, vaccines, chemicals, herbal products, substances of abuse, maternal health conditions, and much more, during pregnancy or breastfeeding.”
“The Bump gives first-time millennial parents the lowdown on fertility, pregnancy, birth, and babies with stage-by-stage content, expert advice, breaking news, style inspiration, and interactive tools—across all of our platforms (including our apps, mobile, and desktop site).”
The Adoption Law Offices of Madonna M. Finney – Call or Text, 24/7: (850) 308-1836
“The Law Office of Madonna Finney has helped women in Florida explore adoption and create loving adoption plans for over 20 years. Our team of dedicated adoption professionals can help you sort through your pregnancy options, with no obligation to choose adoption and no cost to you. If adoption is the path you choose to take, we’ll gladly help guide you through the process. If you choose another path, we’ll simply provide you with all the quality resources and references you need to take your next step.”
Provides resources and access to women’s health-related needs, such as birth control.
Food + Financial Resources:
Coordinated Christian Response Group – (850) 689-9823
102 Edney Avenue East, Crestview, FL 32539
Coordinated Christian Response Group is a food pantry. Serves Okaloosa Documentation Require: ID, Proof of financial need.
Harvest House – (850) 837-2277
300 Mountain Drive, Destin, FL 32541
Harvest House is a food pantry. Documentation Required: Drivers License or State ID, Social Security card for each family member living in the household. Copy of other assistance papers: Wages, Food stamps, SSI, Medicaid, Pension, Disability, Child Support, Unemployment, Housing Subsidy and Other.
Salvation Army of Okaloosa County – (850) 243-4531
425 Mary Esther Cutoff, Fort Walton Beach, FL. 32549
The Salvation Army of Okaloosa County is a food pantry. Food pantry service hours: Mondays through Fridays 8:30am-3pm. Make sure you check by calling the food pantry to confirm that they still are in operation and the hours as the hours have not changed.
Sharing & Caring of Okaloosa County, Inc, Crestview Center -(850) 682-1907
298 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, Crestview, FL 32536
Sharing & Caring Inc. is a food source for the needy. Food is available to anyone in Okaloosa County who qualifies within our guidelines. In addition to groceries provided, baby supplies and personal care products may be available.
First Church of God in Christ – (850) 682-4900
986 Bay Street, Crestview, FL 32536
On the third Saturday of each month from 9-11 a.m., we distribute food boxes to families in need at our Distro Center location of 798 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. Crestview, FL.
Financial – First United Methodist Church Food Pantry – (850) 682-2018
599 8th Ave. Crestview, FL 32536
First United Methodist Church of Crestview has a food pantry by appointment, as well as up to six benevolence grants per week for people in the Crestview community in danger of losing water or power. These appointments may be scheduled through the church office. Supporting documentation
Health, Counseling, and Addiction Resources
Okaloosa County Health Department – Medical + Dental Assistance
Fort Walton Beach: (850) 833-9240
221 Hospital Drive, N.E., Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Crestview: (850) 833-9246
810 E. James Lee Blvd., Crestview, FL 32539
Mental Health Outpatient Services – (850) 892-8045
3686 U.S. 331 Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
Offers mental health treatment on a sliding scale
Hospital: North Okaloosa Medical Center – (850) 689-8100
151 East Redstone Avenue, Crestview, FL 32539
Mother to Baby: Drug Use During Pregnancy Information
Evidence-based information about medications and other exposures during pregnancy.
Advanced Recovery Systems is an integrated behavioral health care management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, and co-occurring mental health issues and eating disorders. They provide this guide to drug use during pregnancy. We advise you to seek advice from your own doctor.
Parenting Resources:
Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Program Hotline
Phone: (800) 342-3556
Website: http://www.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/wic/index.html
WIC is a federally funded nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children. WIC provides the following at no cost: healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support, and referrals for health care and community services.
CDC Guide to Healthy Pregnancy
Website: https://www.cdc.gov/pregnancy/index.html
Food Assistance
Website:https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/access/food-assistance-and-suncap.shtml
US Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Women’s Health
Website: https://www.womenshealth.gov/
Planned Parenthood of Florida
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-south-east-north-florida
Provides resources and access to women’s health-related needs, such as birth control.