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Safe Place

If you are scared, lost, or hurt — help is here. You will not get in trouble for asking.

What Is Safe Place?

Safe Place is a network of trusted locations in Montura where kids and teens can go if they feel unsafe, need a ride, or just need to talk to a responsible adult. These locations are coordinated with the Hendry County Sheriff's Office and local churches — real people, real buildings, real help.

Emergency Numbers

Emergency
911
Police, Fire, Medical — always call first
Hendry County Sheriff (Non-Emergency)
(863) 675-5100
Report concerns, request a welfare check
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
988
Free, confidential, 24/7
National Runaway Safeline
1-800-RUNAWAY
Confidential help for youth and families
Childhelp National Hotline
1-800-4-A-CHILD
Crisis counseling for child abuse
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Crisis counselor via text, 24/7

Safe Locations

These locations are confirmed as safe spaces. Staffed during listed hours. Kids and teens are welcome — no questions asked.

Hendry County Sheriff's Office — LaBelle

640 S. Main St, LaBelle, FL 33935

Open 24/7 for emergencies. Lobby hours: Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM

Open 24/7

Montura Clubhouse

During scheduled events and community programs

Staffed during movie nights, summer camp, and scheduled activities

Event Hours

Confirming partnership with [Church Name]

Location and hours to be confirmed

We are working with local churches to provide additional safe locations throughout Montura

Coming Soon

For Kids & Teens

  • If you feel unsafe at home, school, or anywhere — go to any location on this list.
  • You can ask any sheriff's deputy for help. They are here to protect you, not punish you.
  • If you see a friend in danger, tell a trusted adult or call one of the numbers above.
  • You are not alone. There are people in Montura who care about you and want to help.

For Parents & Caregivers

Talk with your children about safe places. Make sure they know the numbers above and understand that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you would like your church or organization to become a Safe Place location, please contact the coalition.