Helping People Succeed

Address

1601 Braille Place
Jensen Beach, FL 34957

(772) 320-0770

http://www.hpsfl.org

AKA:

Tri-County TEC; HPS

Description:

Provide opportunities and choices that help children, families and adults improve their quality of life through education, counseling, training and employment. Helping People Succeed aims to improve the community's economic viability and diversity through programs that assist families with young children to become ready for school, provide school age children with mental health services, and help adults with disabilities find and maintain employment.

Hours:

Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

May 16, 2023

Employer ID:

591051699

Year Incorporated:

1964

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

1601 Braille Place
Jensen Beach, FL 34957

Mailing

1601 Braille Pl
Jensen Beach, FL 34957

Contacts

Suzy Hutcheson

Primary Contact

President/CEO

(772) 320-0770 x222

shutcheson@hpsfl.org

Amanda Tamburro

Program Manager

(772) 320-0787

atamburro@hpsfl.org

Bonnie Russo

Clinical Director-Children's Mental Health

(772) 320-0770 x215

brusso@hpsfl.org

Carolyn Moses

Program Manager Healthy Families

(772) 320-0770 x212

cmoses@hpsfl.org

Janet Cooper

Vice President Children's Mental Health

(772) 320-0770 x214

jcooper@hpsfl.org

Shannon Wilson

Program Manager Employment and Community

(772) 320-0770 x104

swilson@hpsfl.org

Phone Numbers

MAIN SITE PHONE

(772) 320-0770

Adult Day Programs Phone

(772) 320-0770 x104

Case/Care Management Phone

(772) 320-0792

Child Development Classes Phone

(772) 529-5075

Child Guidance Phone

(772) 320-0789

Children's Behavioral Support -Child Guidance Phone

(772) 320-0789

Comprehensive Disability Related Employment Programs Fax

(772) 320-0832

Comprehensive Disability Related Employment Programs Phone

(772) 320-0832

Developmental Disabilities Activity Centers Fax

(772) 320-0832

Developmental Disabilities Activity Centers Phone

(772) 320-0832

Extended Day Care Phone

(772) 320-0791

Fax

(772) 444-3735

Healthy Families Martin -Parenting Skills Classes Phone

(772) 320-0782

Help Me Behave - Child Guidance Phone

(772) 320-0789

Help Me Behave - Parenting Skills Phone

(772) 320-0789

Parent/Child Activity Groups Phone

(772) 529-5075

Supported Employment Fax

(772) 444-3735

Supported Employment Phone

(772) 320-0832

Special Notes/Funding

Behavioral Services Program

Description

Provides services that assist people to reduce non-acceptable behaviors and develop and/or strengthen behaviors that allow normal community participation. Also provides children's mental health services including children and family therapy, family psychiatric services and case management services.

Hours

Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm

Eligibility

Meet eligibility requirements of Mental Health, school systems, C&F, DS Dol, VR, Blind Service or alcohol and drug abuse.

Fees

Medicaid, FL Healthy Kids, Sliding fee scale.

Intake Procedure

Contact appropriate agency listed under eligibility or call HPS directly.

Languages

English, Spanish.

Service Area

Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee and St. Lucie Counties

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Florida
    • Indian River County
      • Martin County
        • Okeechobee County
          • Saint Lucie County

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          772-320-0792
          Type:
          Service Phone
          Name:
          Case/Care Management Phone
          Click here to see this service (PH-1000) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Special Notes/Funding

          Baby Steps Music & Movement

          Description

          Baby Steps Music and Movement classes focuses on enhancing parent-child interaction and promoting the healthy growth and development of children under five. This program is offered to the community in a fun and supportive setting. These classes are offered by developmental specialists who teach developmentally appropriate activities to parents which can be used in their daily routine with their children. Community based group classes.

          Hours

          Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm, some evening classes available

          Eligibility

          Parents with children under 5 years of age

          Fees

          Monthly Fees

          Intake Procedure

          Contact by phone.

          Languages

          English, Spanish

          Service Area

          Martin and St. Lucie Counties.

          Geography Served

            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

          • Florida
            • Martin County
              • Saint Lucie County

              Telephone Numbers

              Number:
              772-529-5075
              Type:
              Service Phone
              Name:
              Child Development Classes Phone
              Number:
              772-444-3735
              Type:
              Fax
              Name:
              Fax
              Click here to see this service (PH-6100.1500) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Special Notes/Funding

              Help Me Behave

              Description

              Behavioral intervention for families with children at risk of expulsion from child care due to behavioral problems. Support for parents and child care teachers.

              Hours

              Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm

              Eligibility

              St Lucie County families with children ages 2-5 in child care

              Fees

              No fees charged

              Intake Procedure

              Contact by phone.

              Languages

              English, Spanish.

              Service Area

              St Lucie County

              Geography Served

                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

              • Florida
                • Indian River County
                  • Martin County
                    • Okeechobee County
                      • Saint Lucie County

                      Telephone Numbers

                      Number:
                      772-444-3735
                      Type:
                      Fax
                      Name:
                      Fax
                      Number:
                      772-320-0789
                      Type:
                      Service Phone
                      Name:
                      Help Me Behave - Child Guidance Phone
                      Click here to see this service (RP-1400.8000-155) and related services within the Service Tree.

                      Special Notes/Funding

                      Children's Behavioral Support

                      Description

                      Behavioral intervention for families with children at risk of expulsion from child care due to behavioral problems. Support for parents and child care teachers.

                      Hours

                      Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm; nights and weekends by appointment.

                      Eligibility

                      Martin County families with children ages 2-5 in child care

                      Fees

                      No fees charged

                      Intake Procedure

                      Contact by phone.

                      Languages

                      English, Spanish.

                      Service Area

                      Martin County

                      Geography Served

                        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                      • Florida
                        • Indian River County
                          • Martin County
                            • Okeechobee County
                              • Saint Lucie County

                              Telephone Numbers

                              Number:
                              772-320-0789
                              Type:
                              Service Phone
                              Name:
                              Children's Behavioral Support -Child Guidance Phone
                              Number:
                              772-444-3735
                              Type:
                              Fax
                              Name:
                              Fax
                              Click here to see this service (RP-1400.8000-155) and related services within the Service Tree.

                              Special Notes/Funding

                              Behavioral Services Program

                              Description

                              Provides services that assist people to reduce non-acceptable behaviors and develop and/or strengthen behaviors that allow normal community participation. Also provides children's mental health services including children and family therapy, family psychiatric services and case management services.

                              Hours

                              Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm

                              Eligibility

                              Meet eligibility requirements of Mental Health, school systems, C&F, DS Dol, VR, Blind Service or alcohol and drug abuse.

                              Fees

                              Medicaid, FL Healthy Kids, Sliding fee scale.

                              Intake Procedure

                              Contact appropriate agency listed under eligibility or call HPS directly.

                              Languages

                              English, Spanish.

                              Service Area

                              Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee and St. Lucie Counties

                              Geography Served

                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                              • Florida
                                • Indian River County
                                  • Martin County
                                    • Okeechobee County
                                      • Saint Lucie County

                                      Telephone Numbers

                                      Number:
                                      772-320-0789
                                      Type:
                                      Service Phone
                                      Name:
                                      Child Guidance Phone
                                      Click here to see this service (RP-1400.8000-155) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                      Special Notes/Funding

                                      Employment Options Program

                                      Description

                                      Serves adults with a disability who need individualized education, and employment to improve their quality of life and become participating members in the community.

                                      Hours

                                      Monday-Friday / 8 am-4:30 pm

                                      Eligibility

                                      Meet eligibility requirements of C&F, DS, DOL, VR, Blind Services or Alcohol, Drug & Mental Health, or documented need.

                                      Fees

                                      No fees charged except if not referral source eligible.

                                      Intake Procedure

                                      Contact appropriate agency listed under eligibility or call HPS directly.

                                      Languages

                                      English.

                                      Service Area

                                      Martin, Okeechobee and St. Lucie Counties

                                      Geography Served

                                        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                      • Florida
                                        • Martin County
                                          • Okeechobee County
                                            • Saint Lucie County

                                            Telephone Numbers

                                            Number:
                                            772-320-0832
                                            Type:
                                            Service Fax
                                            Name:
                                            Comprehensive Disability Related Employment Programs Fax
                                            Number:
                                            772-320-0832
                                            Type:
                                            Service Phone
                                            Name:
                                            Comprehensive Disability Related Employment Programs Phone
                                            Click here to see this service (ND-6500.1500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                            Special Notes/Funding

                                            Community Connections

                                            Description

                                            Assist adults with disabilities to participate in the community through valued activities that enhance their quality of life.

                                            Hours

                                            Monday-Friday / 8 am-4:30 pm

                                            Eligibility

                                            Meet eligibility requirements of Department of Children & Families and ADT (Adult Day Training) Medicaid Waver, Agency for Persons with Disabilities.

                                            Fees

                                            No fees charged except if not referral source eligible. Accept private pay.

                                            Intake Procedure

                                            Contact appropriate agency listed under eligibility or call HPS directly.

                                            Languages

                                            English, Spanish.

                                            Service Area

                                            Martin and St. Lucie Counties

                                            Geography Served

                                              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                            • Florida
                                              • Martin County
                                                • Saint Lucie County

                                                Telephone Numbers

                                                Number:
                                                772-320-0832
                                                Type:
                                                Service Fax
                                                Name:
                                                Developmental Disabilities Activity Centers Fax
                                                Number:
                                                772-320-0832
                                                Type:
                                                Service Phone
                                                Name:
                                                Developmental Disabilities Activity Centers Phone
                                                Click here to see this service (LR-3100.1800-130) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                Special Notes/Funding

                                                Club Ed Skills for Success

                                                Description

                                                Provides an after school enrichment program available to elementary, middle, and high school students with an ASD diagnosis. This program teaches participants valuable social, communication skills in a creative and therapeutic environment.

                                                Hours

                                                One afternoon per week.

                                                Eligibility

                                                Ages 8-18 with a diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome or High Functioning Autism.

                                                Fees

                                                Private pay or Medicaid.

                                                Intake Procedure

                                                Contact by phone or email for registration information.

                                                Languages

                                                English.

                                                Service Area

                                                Martin County, Saint Lucie County, Indian River County, Okeechobee County

                                                Geography Served

                                                  If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                • Florida
                                                  • Indian River County
                                                    • Martin County
                                                      • Okeechobee County
                                                        • Saint Lucie County

                                                        Telephone Numbers

                                                        Number:
                                                        772-320-0791
                                                        Type:
                                                        Service Phone
                                                        Name:
                                                        Extended Day Care Phone
                                                        Click here to see this service (PH-1250.1800) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                        Special Notes/Funding

                                                        Baby Steps Music & Movement

                                                        Description

                                                        Baby Steps Music and Movement focuses on enhancing parent-child interaction and promoting the healthy growth and development of children under three. This program is offered to the community in a fun and supportive setting. These classes are offered by developmental specialist who teach developmentally appropriate activities to parents which can be used in their daily routine with their children.

                                                        Hours

                                                        Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm, some evening classes available

                                                        Eligibility

                                                        Parents with children under 5 years of age

                                                        Fees

                                                        Monthly Fees

                                                        Intake Procedure

                                                        Contact by phone.

                                                        Languages

                                                        English, Spanish

                                                        Service Area

                                                        Martin and St. Lucie Counties.

                                                        Geography Served

                                                          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                        • Florida
                                                          • Martin County
                                                            • Saint Lucie County

                                                            Telephone Numbers

                                                            Number:
                                                            772-444-3735
                                                            Type:
                                                            Fax
                                                            Name:
                                                            Fax
                                                            Number:
                                                            772-529-5075
                                                            Type:
                                                            Service Phone
                                                            Name:
                                                            Parent/Child Activity Groups Phone
                                                            Click here to see this service (PS-6500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                            Special Notes/Funding

                                                            Baby Steps Early Intervention

                                                            Description

                                                            Educational home visits for families with children experiencing developmental delays or who are at risk of delay. Using play instruction, parents learn ways to promote healthy child development

                                                            Hours

                                                            Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm

                                                            Eligibility

                                                            Open to families with children for 0-3 who have developmental delays or concerns developing.

                                                            Fees

                                                            No fees charged.

                                                            Intake Procedure

                                                            Varies depending upon service

                                                            Languages

                                                            English, Spanish

                                                            Service Area

                                                            Martin and St. Lucie Counties.

                                                            Geography Served

                                                              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                            • Florida
                                                              • Martin County
                                                                • Okeechobee County
                                                                  • Saint Lucie County

                                                                  Telephone Numbers

                                                                  Number:
                                                                  772-444-3735
                                                                  Type:
                                                                  Fax
                                                                  Name:
                                                                  Fax
                                                                  Number:
                                                                  772-320-0770
                                                                  Type:
                                                                  Service Phone
                                                                  Name:
                                                                  MAIN SITE PHONE
                                                                  Click here to see this service (PH-6100.6800) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                  Special Notes/Funding

                                                                  Healthy Families Martin-Okeechobee

                                                                  Description

                                                                  Provides support to parents who are experiencing stressful life situations. Through intensive home visitation, services are offered to promote positive parent-child relationships, healthy child development, problem-solving skills, as well as linkages to health and other support services families may need. Services may start prior to or shortly after the birth of a baby and can continue until the child's fifth birthday. The program promotes positive parent-child interaction and school readiness. Services include parenting support and guidance, developmental monitoring, and linkages to other community resources. Individual home based services.

                                                                  Hours

                                                                  Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm

                                                                  Eligibility

                                                                  Open to families pregnant or with newborn

                                                                  Fees

                                                                  No fees charged.

                                                                  Intake Procedure

                                                                  Contact by phone.

                                                                  Languages

                                                                  English, Spanish

                                                                  Service Area

                                                                  Martin and Okeechobee Counties.

                                                                  Geography Served

                                                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                  • Florida
                                                                    • Martin County
                                                                      • Okeechobee County
                                                                        • Saint Lucie County

                                                                        Telephone Numbers

                                                                        Number:
                                                                        772-444-3735
                                                                        Type:
                                                                        Fax
                                                                        Name:
                                                                        Fax
                                                                        Number:
                                                                        772-320-0782
                                                                        Type:
                                                                        Service Phone
                                                                        Name:
                                                                        Healthy Families Martin -Parenting Skills Classes Phone
                                                                        Click here to see this service (PH-6100.6800) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                        Special Notes/Funding

                                                                        Help Me Behave

                                                                        Description

                                                                        Behavioral intervention for families with children at risk of expulsion from child care due to behavioral problems. Support for parents and child care teachers.

                                                                        Hours

                                                                        Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm

                                                                        Eligibility

                                                                        St Lucie County families with children ages 2-5 in child care

                                                                        Fees

                                                                        No fees charged

                                                                        Intake Procedure

                                                                        Contact by phone.

                                                                        Languages

                                                                        English, Spanish.

                                                                        Service Area

                                                                        St Lucie County

                                                                        Geography Served

                                                                          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                        • Florida
                                                                          • Martin County
                                                                            • Okeechobee County
                                                                              • Saint Lucie County

                                                                              Telephone Numbers

                                                                              Number:
                                                                              772-444-3735
                                                                              Type:
                                                                              Fax
                                                                              Name:
                                                                              Fax
                                                                              Number:
                                                                              772-320-0789
                                                                              Type:
                                                                              Service Phone
                                                                              Name:
                                                                              Help Me Behave - Parenting Skills Phone
                                                                              Click here to see this service (PH-6100.6800) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                              Special Notes/Funding

                                                                              Baby Steps Infant Massage Instruction

                                                                              Description

                                                                              Learn to massage your baby from one-on-one instruction from Certified Infant Massage Instructors. Our hands-on method insures that you will learn the art of interactive massage to suit your baby's individual schedule, needs and developmental level. For families with infants from 7 weeks of age to pre- crawlers. Individual home based service.

                                                                              Hours

                                                                              Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm, weekends available

                                                                              Eligibility

                                                                              Open to families with infants

                                                                              Fees

                                                                              Fee based, some grant funding available.

                                                                              Intake Procedure

                                                                              Contact by phone.

                                                                              Languages

                                                                              English, Spanish

                                                                              Service Area

                                                                              Martin and St. Lucie Counties.

                                                                              Geography Served

                                                                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                              • Florida
                                                                                • Martin County
                                                                                  • Okeechobee County
                                                                                    • Saint Lucie County

                                                                                    Telephone Numbers

                                                                                    Number:
                                                                                    772-444-3735
                                                                                    Type:
                                                                                    Fax
                                                                                    Name:
                                                                                    Fax
                                                                                    Number:
                                                                                    772-320-0770
                                                                                    Type:
                                                                                    Service Phone
                                                                                    Name:
                                                                                    MAIN SITE PHONE
                                                                                    Click here to see this service (PH-6100.6800) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                    Special Notes/Funding

                                                                                    Children's Behavioral Support

                                                                                    Description

                                                                                    Behavioral intervention for families with children at risk of expulsion from child care due to behavioral problems. Support for parents and child care teachers.

                                                                                    Hours

                                                                                    Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm; nights and weekends by appointment.

                                                                                    Eligibility

                                                                                    Martin County families with children ages 2-5 in child care

                                                                                    Fees

                                                                                    No fees charged

                                                                                    Intake Procedure

                                                                                    Contact by phone.

                                                                                    Languages

                                                                                    English, Spanish.

                                                                                    Service Area

                                                                                    Martin County

                                                                                    Geography Served

                                                                                      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                    • Florida
                                                                                      • Martin County
                                                                                        • Okeechobee County
                                                                                          • Saint Lucie County

                                                                                          Telephone Numbers

                                                                                          Number:
                                                                                          772-444-3735
                                                                                          Type:
                                                                                          Fax
                                                                                          Name:
                                                                                          Fax
                                                                                          Number:
                                                                                          772-320-0770
                                                                                          Name:
                                                                                          MAIN SITE PHONE
                                                                                          Click here to see this service (PH-6100.6800) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                          Special Notes/Funding

                                                                                          Baby Steps B.R.A.I.N

                                                                                          Description

                                                                                          B.R.A.I.N. (Building Readiness Among Infants Now) provides educational home visits and developmental monitoring to all families with newborns. Parents learn about early brain development and the importance of early nurturing. This monitoring system follows infants in their development through 48 months of age.

                                                                                          Hours

                                                                                          Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm, Nights and Weekends by appointment

                                                                                          Eligibility

                                                                                          All Martin and St. Lucie County families who have a newborn.

                                                                                          Fees

                                                                                          No fees charged.

                                                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                                                          In home

                                                                                          Languages

                                                                                          English, Spanish

                                                                                          Service Area

                                                                                          Martin and St. Lucie Counties

                                                                                          Geography Served

                                                                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                          • Florida
                                                                                            • Martin County
                                                                                              • Okeechobee County
                                                                                                • Saint Lucie County

                                                                                                Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                Number:
                                                                                                772-444-3735
                                                                                                Type:
                                                                                                Fax
                                                                                                Name:
                                                                                                Fax
                                                                                                Number:
                                                                                                772-320-0770
                                                                                                Type:
                                                                                                Service Phone
                                                                                                Name:
                                                                                                MAIN SITE PHONE
                                                                                                Click here to see this service (PH-6100.6800) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                                                                                Special Notes/Funding

                                                                                                Employment Options Program

                                                                                                Description

                                                                                                Serves adults with a disability who need individualized education, and employment to improve their quality of life and become participating members in the community.

                                                                                                Hours

                                                                                                Monday-Friday / 8 am-4:30 pm

                                                                                                Eligibility

                                                                                                Meet eligibility requirements of C&F, DS, DOL, VR, Blind Services or Alcohol, Drug & Mental Health, or documented need.

                                                                                                Fees

                                                                                                No fees charged except if not referral source eligible.

                                                                                                Intake Procedure

                                                                                                Contact appropriate agency listed under eligibility or call HPS directly.

                                                                                                Languages

                                                                                                English.

                                                                                                Service Area

                                                                                                Martin, Okeechobee and St. Lucie Counties

                                                                                                Geography Served

                                                                                                  If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                                                                                • Florida
                                                                                                  • Martin County
                                                                                                    • Okeechobee County
                                                                                                      • Saint Lucie County

                                                                                                      Telephone Numbers

                                                                                                      Number:
                                                                                                      772-444-3735
                                                                                                      Type:
                                                                                                      Service Fax
                                                                                                      Name:
                                                                                                      Supported Employment Fax
                                                                                                      Number:
                                                                                                      772-320-0832
                                                                                                      Type:
                                                                                                      Service Phone
                                                                                                      Name:
                                                                                                      Supported Employment Phone
                                                                                                      Click here to see this service (ND-6500.8120) and related services within the Service Tree.

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