Who do I call first for disability services in Hardee 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 Hardee County.

Is help available in Spanish in Hardee County?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Hardee 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 Hardee County, Florida

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Hardee 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 Hardee 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 Hardee County

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

The Arc of Florida. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Peace River Center — Wauchula Office (863-519-0575, Wauchula)
CFHC Wauchula Primary Care (863-767-0696, Wauchula)
Lakeside Neurologic (WAUCHULA)
Adult Community Educational Services, Inc. (863-735-2124, WAUCHULA). Residential (physical disability)
Davinci Healthcare Management, Inc (863-273-6928, WAUCHULA). In-home support
Epca, Inc (863-375-3377, BOWLING GREEN). Substance-use treatment
J. Oliver Speech Pathology Services, Inc. (863-375-9996, BOWLING GREEN). Early intervention (birth–3)
1st Choice Transit Llc (608-345-1121, WAUCHULA). Medical & accessible transport
Castillo Helping Hands Llc (863-445-1621, ZOLFO SPRINGS). Medical & accessible transport
J L Corsbie Transportation Services, L L C (863-236-9226, WAUCHULA). Medical & accessible transport
Central Florida Health Care, Inc. (866-234-8534, WAUCHULA). Medical equipment & supplies
Desoto Home Health Care Inc. (863-773-9115, WAUCHULA). Medical equipment & supplies
Finao Corporation (813-960-6100, WAUCHULA). Medical equipment & supplies
Hanai Inc (863-767-8920, WAUCHULA). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Hardee County

These serve every county in Florida, including Hardee 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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