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

Is help available in Spanish in Marion County?

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

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

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

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

Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida - Ocala ((352) 368-3788, Ocala)
Project SEARCH — AdventHealth Ocala (formerly Hilton Ocala) (Ocala). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Florida. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
NAMI Marion County
Guest House Ocala — OP Recovery (352-815-3911 x300, Ocala)
LifeStream Behavioral Center — Our Turning Point Ranch (352-771-8996, Umatilla)
Ocala Consulting and Prevention LLC (352-622-4488, Ocala)
SMA Healthcare — Adult Residential Services (352-291-5555, Ocala)
College Park Elementary Community Clinic (352-291-4057 x51347, Ocala)
Heart of Florida at Interfaith (352-732-6599, Ocala)
Heart of Florida Health Center Dunnellon (352-732-6599 x209, Dunnellon)
Heart of Florida Health Center Beacon Point (352-732-6599, Ocala)
Crossroads Academy (OCALA)
Elc Pk Ese Services (OCALA)
Fashion Cuts Jair & Beauty Foundation Inc (OCALA)
Hillcrest (OCALA)
A And M Kindred Care Llc (352-207-5192, CITRA). In-home support
A New Leaf Counseling Services, Llc (719-217-0263, OCALA). Behavioral health agency
A Special Place, Llc (352-207-7918, OCALA). In-home support
Ability Bridge Group Llc (813-294-2362, OCALA). Day program / habilitation
Advanced Nursing Concepts Llc (407-216-0101, OCALA)
Better @ Home (337-233-1307, OCALA)
Centerwell Home Health (352-402-0660, OCALA)
Concierge Home Care (352-435-0101, OCALA)

Statewide programs serving Marion County

These serve every county in Florida, including Marion 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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