Devereux Florida

Devereux changes lives and nurtures human potential. We inspire hope, ensure well-being, and promote meaningful life choices. Our mission is achieved through a wide range of services and supports for individuals and their families. Further, our Core Values are articulated by stating that we support a respectful and integrated team approach. We foster personal and professional growth of our staff. We develop innovative and effective solutions. We partner with families and communities.

Description:
The Devereux Foundation traces its roots back to 1912 when a remarkable young Philadelphia educator took an extraordinary interest in youngsters who were considered "slow" by most of her colleagues. Helena T. Devereux, a pioneer in the field of special education, operated on the premise that each of the students assigned to her could learn and grow in an environment tailored to his or her individual needs. Her philosophy was that "every child is a program."

The Devereux Foundation, located in Pennsylvania, planted roots in Florida in 1987, creating Devereux Florida which continues to grow to meet the needs of children residing in Florida. Today, Devereux serves more than 13,500 children annually. Services are provided to these children and their families through 38 different programs throughout the state. Devereux Florida offers support services for emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs in a wide range of settings—from home, school, and community to campus-based (residential) programs and hospitals—but always in the least restrictive environment possible.

Contact people:

Daniel Samuels, Development Manager, (phone), (email) Cherie Faircloth, AmeriCorps Volunteer, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: (866) 745-4293

Address:

5850 T.G. Lee Blvd Suite 400 Orlando, FL 32822 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.devereuxfl.org

Miscellaneous Information

Does this agency typically accept court-ordered assignments?
	No
Do you accept volunteers at night and on weekends?
	No
Do you accept groups of volunteers?
	Yes

Last updated on July 30, 2010