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

Is help available in Spanish in Polk County?

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

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

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

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

Center for Independent Living in Central Florida, Inc. - Lakeland ((863) 413-2722, Lakeland)
Project SEARCH — Lakeland Regional Health (Lakeland). 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 Polk County
Families First (813-290-8560, Lakeland)
Lakeland Regional Health Systems — Behavioral Health (863-687-1222 x0, Lakeland)
Peace River Center (863-519-0575, Lakeland)
CFHC Bartow Primary Care (863-291-5110, Bartow)
CFHC Admin Offices (863-291-5110, Winter Haven)
CFHC Admin Offices- Additional (863-291-5110, Winter Haven)
CFHC Administrative Office (863-291-5110, Winter Haven)
Achievement Academy (LAKELAND)
Doris A. Sanders Learning Center (LAKELAND)
Emily Hughes Foundation (LAKELAND)
Fultwood Outdoors Academy (FORT MEADE)
1godlife Productions Llc (863-370-0766, WINTER HAVEN). Day program / habilitation
2450 Chateau Llc (407-738-0586, KISSIMMEE). Developmental disabilities clinic
3 Sisters Home Care Solutions, Llc (863-875-5617, WINTER HAVEN). In-home support
365 Neighbors Care Inc (863-458-5456, WINTER HAVEN). Day program / habilitation
Care And Life (863-940-4938, LAKELAND)
Centerwell Home Health (863-648-9118, LAKELAND)
Concierge Home Care (863-644-5991, LAKELAND)
Dominion Resource Center Llc (863-940-2910, LAKELAND)
1st Choice Medical Transportation Llc (706-248-2830, WINTER HAVEN). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Polk County

These serve every county in Florida, including Polk 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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