Who do I call first for disability services in Alachua County, Florida?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Florida vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Alachua County.

Is help available in Spanish in Alachua County?

Yes. This Alachua County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Florida agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Alachua County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Alachua County, Florida

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Alachua County, Florida. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Alachua County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Alachua County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Alachua County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida (CIL-NCF) ((352) 378-7474, Gainesville)
Project SEARCH — UF Health Shands Hospital/University of Florida (Gainesville). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Easterseals Florida at Altrusa House - Gainesville (Gainesville). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Florida. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Gainesville
Mental Health Resource Center (MHRC) — FACT/Gainesville (904-743-1883 x7103, Gainesville)
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc — Alachua County Campus (352-374-5600, Gainesville)
North Florida Regional Medical Center (352-333-4000, Gainesville)
UF Health Shands Psychiatric Hospital (352-265-5497, Gainesville)
Aza Health (352-481-2700, Hawthorne)
Palms Medical Group - Gainesville (352-376-8211, Gainesville)
Palms Medical Group - High Springs (386-454-0698, High Springs)
Center For Academic Research & Educational Success (GAINESVILLE)
Einstein School Inc (GAINESVILLE)
Gainesville Circus Center (GAINESVILLE)
Hospital Homebound (GAINESVILLE)
A Better Tomorrow Counseling And Consulting (352-505-2840, GAINESVILLE). Behavioral health agency
A Helping Hand Counseling. Llc (352-519-1537, GAINESVILLE). Behavioral health agency
A Satisfied Mind Counseling, Llc. (352-418-6018, GAINESVILLE). Children's mental-health clinic
A World Of Angels Phase 2 (352-381-0080, GAINESVILLE). Developmental disabilities clinic
Angels Of Care (904-683-8666, GAINESVILLE)
Aveanna Home Health (352-331-3280, GAINESVILLE)
Centerwell Home Health (352-376-3221, GAINESVILLE)
Concierge Home Care (352-435-0101, GAINESVILLE)

Statewide programs serving Alachua County

These serve every county in Florida, including Alachua County.

Florida Center for Inclusive Communities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Mailman Center for Child Development. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Florida (800-342-0823). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Florida Developmental Disabilities Council ((850) 488-4180). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology (FAAST) ((844) 353-2278). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Family Network on Disabilities (727-523-1130). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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