Other Family Assistance ServicesThis resource center is for families and people caring for a loved one with dementia. They can provide you with skills and support. They have a wide range of services. Please call or go to the website to learn more.
Services and Programs Available:
This agency offers a range of services to those with cancer. Someone is available to talk to 24 hours a day. You may also chat live with someone online.
Services include:
Lake Wales Care Center provides Transitional Housing. This program helps individuals and families in need. All facilities have a playground area for children. There is a free laundry facility on site. They also have free WiFi. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Services include:
The Adult Literacy League provides tutoring and classes for those in need.
Services include:
Please call or visit website for more information.
MADD helps those who have been affected by a drunk or drugged driving crash. They provide emotional support. As well as a variety of other kinds of assistance. All services are provided at no cost to victims and survivors. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
24 Hour Helpline: 877.623.3435
This program helps victims of crimes committed by Florida inmates. Through the VINE program, victims can sign up for an automatic notification service. Anyone may call the toll-free number to get an inmate's current location and release date. You may also register to learn when an inmate is released, transferred, escapes or dies. The VINE service is confidential. Please see the website for more information.
Local Number: 850.488.9166
Toll Free: 877.8.VICTIM (877.884.2846)
Peace River Center has services for survivors of domestic abuse and sexual assault. They help to find and create safety, recovery, and a higher quality of life for those in need. PRC can also help families that are dealing with abuse. These services are free and confidential. They are available 24/7. Please call or visit the website for locations and to learn more.
Polk Virtual Instruction Program offers K-12 learning to students in Polk County. They provide a tuition-free public education. Please call or visit website for more information.
Peace River Center runs a primary care clinic for ages 18 and up. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Services Available:
The Salvation Army provides the Women's and Children's Shelter. It is a 62 bed facility for women and their children experience homelessness. This facility provides a warm and safe environment for women and children in need of emergency shelter. Check in begins at 4:30 PM daily and continues until the facility is full. Please call or visit website for more information.
