What is Eckerd's Supportive Visitation Program?

The Supportive Visitation Program (SVP) plays a crucial role in helping families involved with dependency services by providing a safe, welcoming, and home-like space for children to spend quality time with their parent(s). This compassionate approach meets families where they are, offering flexible supervision tailored to their progress.

Our mission is to nurture and strengthen family connections while ensuring safety, stability, and lasting well-being. Through personalized assessments, coaching, and ongoing support, SVP empowers families on their journey toward successful reunification and a stronger future together.

Areas Served

Services are available to families in Volusia, Putnam, and Flagler Counties, Florida.

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What Makes It Unique?

Unlike traditional supervised visitation, SVP emphasizes growth, skill-building, and long-term stability. Visitation Specialists assess developmental milestones, coach families on positive parenting strategies, and provide ongoing support for up to six months after reunification—reducing the chance of recurrence.

Our Services

  • Parent-child visitation in a safe, home-like environment
  • Family coaching and parenting skills support
  • Supervised visitation tailored to family needs
  • Assessments and documentation
  • Transportation assistance
  • Aftercare services (up to six months post-reunification)

Eligibility

Families may qualify if they:

  • Have reunification as a case plan goal
  • Require additional parenting skills
  • Are experiencing strained family bonds or relationships
  • Have behavioral management concerns
  • Have been separated for prolonged periods

Referrals

Case workers refer DCF-involved families with children placed in out-of-home care.

Sponsored By

Community Partnership for Children and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families

Contact Us

Eckerd Connects | Supportive Visitation | 1122 Pelican Bay Drive, Daytona Beach, FL 32119 | Phone: (386) 777-2713