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

Is help available in Spanish in Highlands County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Highlands 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 — Personal Dev/Avon Park CFHC (863-519-0575, Avon Park)
CFHC Avon Park Primary Care (863-452-3000, Avon Park)
CFHC Mobile Unit 1 (866-234-8534, Avon Park)
Alpha-Omega Crisis Center Inc (LAKE PLACID)
Highlands County Hospital/Homebound Program (SEBRING)
Motorcycle Riders Association Inc (AVON PARK)
Non-Enrolled Pk Exceptional Ed Program (SEBRING)
Aba Therapy Near Me Llc (786-865-1178, AVON PARK). Behavioral health agency
Annette'S Professional Care Service,Llc (863-443-7058, SEBRING). Early intervention (birth–3)
Art Of Caring Home Care Services (863-471-0537, SEBRING). In-home support
Banyan Sebring (863-451-0084, SEBRING). Substance-use treatment
Adventhealth Home Health (863-385-1400, SEBRING)
Palms Home Care (863-385-6353, SEBRING)
Emerge Transport, Llc (863-250-3900, SEBRING). Medical & accessible transport
First Medical Transportation Llc (561-246-2395, SEBRING). Medical & accessible transport
Gigi'S Fresh Products Llc (239-778-7134, LAKE PLACID). Medical & accessible transport
Medical Transport Of Central Florida,Inc. (863-314-8563, SEBRING). Medical & accessible transport
Highlands Co Voa (863-402-1325, Sebring)
Ridge Area Arc Inc (AVON PARK)
Wredes Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Incorporation (SEBRING)
Beacon Respiratory Services, Inc. (863-382-8464, SEBRING). Medical equipment & supplies
Bond Clinic Pa (863-385-5506, SEBRING). Medical equipment & supplies
Camelot Healthcare Management Inc (863-386-4311, SEBRING). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Highlands County

These serve every county in Florida, including Highlands 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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