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

Is help available in Spanish in Leon County?

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

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

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

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

Ability1st ((850) 575-9621, Tallahassee)
The Arc of Florida. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Tallahassee Inc.
Apalachee Center Inc — Eastside Psychiatric Hospital (850-523-3333 x4340, Tallahassee)
Canopy Cove Eating Disorder Trt Ctr — PHP/IOP Refresh Canopy Cove (850-893-8800, Tallahassee)
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital — Behavioral Health Center (850-431-5100, Tallahassee)
Bond Community Health Center (Main Site) (850-576-4073, Tallahassee)
Bond Community Health Center (Mobile Unit) (850-576-4073, Tallahassee)
Bond Community Health Center Specialty & Community Wellness Center (850-521-5151, Tallahassee)
Bond on Magnolia (850-354-8765, Tallahassee)
Betton Hills School (TALLAHASSEE)
Dominate Elite Academy (TALLAHASSEE)
Down Syndrome Foundation Of Tallahassee Inc (TALLAHASSEE)
Gretchen Everhart School (TALLAHASSEE)
4 Hearts Of Love, Llc (850-321-5389, TALLAHASSEE). Day program / habilitation
A Brighter Connection (850-895-9452, TALLAHASSEE). Behavioral health agency
A Guiding Hand Llc (850-363-4325, TALLAHASSEE). In-home support
A Home Of Peace And Happiness Llc (850-759-1262, TALLAHASSEE). Day program / habilitation
Amedisys Home Health (850-553-9201, TALLAHASSEE)
Suncrest Omni (850-222-5522, TALLAHASSEE)
Tallahassee Memorial Home Health Care (850-421-1155, TALLAHASSEE)
A Buzz Away (850-363-4325, TALLAHASSEE). Medical & accessible transport
Above And Beyond Habilitation Services (850-386-9232, TALLAHASSEE). Medical & accessible transport
Abundance Care Home Health Agency Llc (407-385-0101, TALLAHASSEE). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Leon County

These serve every county in Florida, including Leon 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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