Miami-Dade County Service

Due to COVID-19, the Community Resource Centers are currently closed to the public.

Miami-Dade County Community Resource Centers offer a variety of social services to economically disadvantaged individuals and families interested in achieving self-sufficiency.

Services vary at each of the 13 Community Resource Centers. See the list of services below for locations where they are provided.

All locations are open Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., except on observed holidays.

- After School
  Focuses on improving literacy skills, social interaction skills, and physical activity/fitness. Services consist of homework/tutoring assistance, and computer classes.
  Available at: Acción and Perrine
- Citizen Involvement and Participation
  Allows residents of 16 targeted neighborhoods (represented by Community Advisory Committees) to become more empowered as stakeholders in their communities. Structured activities and coordinated initiatives are implemented to promote and foster community improvement and revitalization in neighborhoods where low-income citizens reside. With a focus on community empowerment through maximum feasible participation, citizens receive support and training, to enhance their roles as advocates for their communities. CAHSD uses a community “grassroots approach,” which encompasses a team oriented strategy..
  Available at: Acción, Coconut Grove, Culmer, Edison, Hialeah, Liberty City, Miami Beach, Miami Gardens, Perrine and Wynwood
- Employment Preparation and Training
  Offered to residents seeking employment. Workshops include: resume and cover letter writing, mock interviews, dress for success and workplace etiquette.
  Available at: All Community Resource Centers
- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
  Low-income individuals who are Spanish speakers can learn to speak English. Classes are held Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 2 p.m. There is a $30 registration fee.
  Available at: Acción
- Family Development
  Targeted families are provided with a family support system designed to identify, reduce and remove social barriers, and promote economic independence and self-sufficiency within five years.
  Available at: All Community Resource Service Centers
- Farm Share Food Distribution
  Available at: Coconut Grove and Perrine
- Immigration Services
  Residents are provided assistance with citizenship, residency, work permits and other immigration issues.
  Available at: Acción
- Job Development Assistance
  Provided to residents who are employed or under employed. Services include: job referral and job placement assistance. CAHSD maintains a relationship with the One Stop Centers and other providers in the employment industry.
  Available at: All Community Resource Centers
- Housing Assistance Network of Dade (HAND) Program
  HAND assistance provides temporary financial assistance and housing relocation and stabilization services to individuals and families who are homeless or at-risk of being homeless.
  Available at: All Community Resource Centers
- Summer Camp
  Offered to low-income youth, ages 7-14; through Miami-Dade Parks Recreation and Open Spaces. Youth will be provided with structured fun-filled activities, nutritious lunch and snack. CAHSD will sponsor youth to participate via a scholarship.
  Available at: All Community Resource Centers
- Youth Success Program
  It is an afterschool program, designed to create positive experiences in a positive environment for youth and young adults ages 15-22. Core components include: Academic Support, Civic Engagement, Social Emotional Learning and Family Engagement. Program benefits include: leadership development, homework assistance, college and career preparation, community engagement opportunities and field trips. The program is funded by the Children' Trust.
  Available at: South Dade Skills Center

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Community Resource Centers

Locations and Hours

Accion Community Resource Center

Coconut Grove Community Resource Center

Culmer Community Resource Center

Edison Community Resource Center

Florida City/Homestead Community Resource Center

Hialeah Community Resource Center

Joseph Caleb/Liberty City Community Resource Center

Reverend Dr. Edward T. Graham Community Resource Center

Naranja Community Resource Center

Perrine Community Resource Center

South Beach Community Resource Center

South Dade Skills Center

Wynwood Community Resource Center

Community Action and Human Services

Community Resource Centers

Locations and Hours

Accion Community Resource Center

Coconut Grove Community Resource Center

Culmer Community Resource Center

Edison Community Resource Center

Florida City/Homestead Community Resource Center

Hialeah Community Resource Center

Joseph Caleb/Liberty City Community Resource Center

Reverend Dr. Edward T. Graham Community Resource Center

Naranja Community Resource Center

Perrine Community Resource Center

South Beach Community Resource Center

South Dade Skills Center

Wynwood Community Resource Center

All Community Resource Centers Locations

Accion Community Resource Center

Coconut Grove Community Resource Center

Culmer Community Resource Center

Edison Community Resource Center

Florida City/Homestead Community Resource Center

Hialeah Community Resource Center

Joseph Caleb/Liberty City Community Resource Center

Reverend Dr. Edward T. Graham Community Resource Center

Naranja Community Resource Center

Perrine Community Resource Center

South Beach Community Resource Center

South Dade Skills Center

Wynwood Community Resource Center