Welcome Parents!
We recognize the vital role parents play in their children’s educational journey.
Our programs and services can provide you with the information, tools, and support you need to help your child succeed academically and personally. Your success is our priority, and we’re here to partner with you in supporting your child and making the most of your role as a parent!
I have a preschool child who needs assistance.
Early Intervention
Alabama
This program provides support for infants and toddlers from birth through three-years old who have disabilities that prevent the child from meeting early developmental milestones. Services include personalized instruction, various types of therapy, and family support and training.
Home Visitation Programs
Alabama
Goodwill’s HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) Program is a free early childhood education initiative that empowers parents of young children to prepare their child for success in school. PAT (Parents as Teachers) is a free early childhood home visitation program designed to promote healthy development and school readiness.
Child Development Center
Alabama
Goodwill Gulf Coast provides the community with an inclusive child development center in partnership with Mobile County Public Schools. Children of all abilities, ages 2.5 to 5 years old, receive high-quality care, education, and developmental support with small child-staff ratios in a program designed to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond.
I have a child who needs inclusive daycare.
Child Development Center
Alabama
Goodwill Gulf Coast provides the community with an inclusive child development center in partnership with Mobile County Public Schools. Children of all abilities, ages 2.5 to 5 years old, receive high-quality care, education, and developmental support with small child-staff ratios in a program designed to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond.
Early Intervention
Alabama
This program provides support for infants and toddlers from birth through three-years old who have disabilities that prevent the child from meeting early developmental milestones. Services include personalized instruction, various types of therapy, and family support and training.
Home Visitation Programs
Alabama
Goodwill’s HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) Program is a free early childhood education initiative that empowers parents of young children to prepare their child for success in school. PAT (Parents as Teachers) is a free early childhood home visitation program designed to promote healthy development and school readiness.
I have a child who may have Autism.
Autism Evaluation Clinic
Alabama and Florida
This clinic offers comprehensive assessment and diagnostic services for young children ages 2-6 suspected of having Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The clinic plays a crucial role in the early identification, diagnosis, and intervention of young children with ASD.
Early Intervention
Alabama
This program provides support for infants and toddlers from birth through three-years old who have disabilities that prevent the child from meeting early developmental milestones. Services include personalized instruction, various types of therapy, and family support and training.
Home Visitation Programs
Alabama
Goodwill’s HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) Program is a free early childhood education initiative that empowers parents of young children to prepare their child for success in school. PAT (Parents as Teachers) is a free early childhood home visitation program designed to promote healthy development and school readiness.
I have a high school student who needs training.
Career Pathway Programs
Alabama and Florida
Goodwill Gulf Coast provides skill training classes to assist individuals in acquiring the necessary credentials for employment and career advancement in industry-specific occupations. Options include Forklift Operator, Logistics Training, Healthcare and Hospitality/Tourism. Information Technology (IT) Certifications are also available as a course or can be combined with a skill training class to enhance computer skills.
Job Training and Placement Services
Alabama and Florida
Goodwill Gulf Coast offers comprehensive support to people seeking job training and employment, particularly those facing barriers to finding and maintaining jobs. Job training programs provide the skills and knowledge needed to succeed. Placement services help participants find employment opportunities in their field of interest.
Volunteer Program
Alabama and Florida
What does it take to help someone reach as far as they can? Caring and compassionate volunteers! There are dozens of opportunities to assist with the cause of your choice! Disability assistance, education, the environment, community awareness, and business connections are just a few. Along the way, you may discover that the person you are helping isn’t the only one experiencing growth.
I have a young adult who didn't finish high school.
Adult Education / GED Preparation
Alabama
Weekly classes are provided to adults in need of basic skill remediation, adult literacy instruction, or GED preparation. Small classes, taught by staff instructors, are offered at multiple Goodwill locations in Mobile and Baldwin counties.
Career Pathway Programs
Alabama and Florida
Goodwill Gulf Coast provides skill training classes to assist individuals in acquiring the necessary credentials for employment and career advancement in industry-specific occupations. Options include Forklift Operator, Logistics Training, Healthcare and Hospitality/Tourism. Information Technology (IT) Certifications are also available as a course or can be combined with a skill training class to enhance computer skills.
Youth Excelling for Success
Alabama
The YES Program provides a variety of job training and placement services to young adults (ages 17-24) who are seeking either short or long-term employment goals. The YES Program is provided through funding from the Southwest Alabama Partnership for Training and Employment (SWAPTE).
I have a young adult who needs to gain life skills.
Career Pathway Programs
Alabama and Florida
Goodwill Gulf Coast provides skill training classes to assist individuals in acquiring the necessary credentials for employment and career advancement in industry-specific occupations. Options include Forklift Operator, Logistics Training, Healthcare and Hospitality/Tourism. Information Technology (IT) Certifications are also available as a course or can be combined with a skill training class to enhance computer skills.
Job Training and Placement Services
Alabama and Florida
Goodwill Gulf Coast offers comprehensive support to people seeking job training and employment, particularly those facing barriers to finding and maintaining jobs. Job training programs provide the skills and knowledge needed to succeed. Placement services help participants find employment opportunities in their field of interest.
Youth Excelling for Success
Alabama
The YES Program provides a variety of job training and placement services to young adults (ages 17-24) who are seeking either short or long-term employment goals. The YES Program is provided through funding from the Southwest Alabama Partnership for Training and Employment (SWAPTE).
I have a young adult with an intellectual or physical disability.
Kaleidoscope Adult Day Program
Alabama
Kaleidoscope is a weekday program for younger adults with disabilities who have transitioned out of high school and other adults who desire to remain active and engaged in structured daytime activities including arts and crafts, music therapy, recreational games, exercise classes, and life skills training.
Job Training and Placement Services
Alabama and Florida
Goodwill Gulf Coast offers comprehensive support to people seeking job training and employment, particularly those facing barriers to finding and maintaining jobs. Job training programs provide the skills and knowledge needed to succeed. Placement services help participants find employment opportunities in their field of interest.
Work Training Center and AbilityOne
Alabama
Our Work Training Center provide hands-on experience and classroom instruction to assess suitability for employment and establish appropriate work behaviors for individuals with disabilities referred by the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services. Through AbilityOne, Goodwill Gulf Coast provides janitorial services under two contracts in Mobile County. These programs are only available through a referral.
I have a youth assigned to community service.
Volunteer Program
Alabama and Florida
What does it take to help someone reach as far as they can? Caring and compassionate volunteers! There are dozens of opportunities to assist with the cause of your choice! Disability assistance, education, the environment, community awareness, and business connections are just a few. Along the way, you may discover that the person you are helping isn’t the only one experiencing growth.
Soft Skills Training
Alabama
Goodwill offers training focused on developing interpersonal skills and personal attributes that enable individuals to interact effectively with others. Training sessions can include a combination of topics based on the group’s needs and tailored for elementary, middle school, or high school students.
I have a child/youth who needs medical equipment or free books.
Medical Assistance / Equipment Program
Alabama and Florida
Goodwill Gulf Coast's "We Share Project" provides adaptive medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, and personal care items, available at no cost, with partial funding from the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation’s STAR Program. Medical equipment is available in our retail stores.
Free Book Program
Alabama and Florida
Children’s books for all ages are distributed free-of-charge to families visiting Goodwill Gulf Coast stores as well as to schools, daycares, and other organizations serving children in an effort to encourage and support literacy. We distribute over 100,000 books each year to local children.