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

Is help available in Spanish in Manatee County?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Manatee 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
Centerstone (941-782-4800 x4203, Bradenton)
Centerstone Hospital — Inpatient Services (941-782-4600, Bradenton)
Palm Shores Behavioral Health Center (941-792-2222, Bradenton)
Suncoast Behavioral Health Center (941-251-5000, Bradenton)
Advanced Specialty Institute Pointe West (941-776-4000, Bradenton)
Blanche H Daughtrey (941-776-4000, Bradenton)
Bradenton Family Medical Center (941-753-7843, Bradenton)
Coordinated Care (941-751-7352, Bradenton)
Access To Education (BRADENTON)
Ave Maria University Preparatory School Inc (BRADENTON)
Couch Music Education Foundation Inc (PALMETTO)
Easter Seals (SARASOTA)
180 Counseling Group Llc (941-348-4059, ELLENTON). Behavioral health agency
A Hug For You Homecare Agency (941-448-3127, PALMETTO). In-home support
A Resilient You Counseling And Consultation, Llc (941-900-4977, PALMETTO). Behavioral health agency
Aarr Quality Care, Llc (941-725-1144, BRADENTON). In-home support
Calm Care Inc (941-225-1522, BRADENTON)
Centerwell Home Health (941-749-2990, BRADENTON)
Doctors Preferred Home Health (941-909-6101, BRADENTON)
Enhabit Home Health (941-527-0254, BRADENTON)
Act Medical Solutions Llc (941-536-6982, BRADENTON). Medical & accessible transport
Apollo Medical Transport (941-284-9316, BRADENTON). Medical & accessible transport
Aunt Annies Transportation (941-243-6379, PALMETTO). Ride service

Statewide programs serving Manatee County

These serve every county in Florida, including Manatee 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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