Florida Area Health Centers are known as AHEC for short. It is a statewide system for healthcare professionals.
Services Include:
HOFLA offers legal advocacy to help those in need with civil legal matters. They practice family law and domestic violence cases. There are no fees for eligible clients. If you need help with legal matters outside of these fields, HOFLA can refer you to an outside agency. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
For legal issues in Polk, Hardee, or Highlands county: 863.519.5663 Ext. 100
VA offers life-long care for Veterans with spinal cord injuries and disorders. VA serves its members in a network that delivers care for each phase of life. Call or visit the website to learn more information.
VA offers primary care services for veterans. They assign veterans a health care team that offers a wide range of services. Call or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 800.308.8387
VA offers mental health care services to its members. There are services for PTSD, MST, depression, grief, anxiety and other needs. Call or visit the website to learn more.
Connect with a Veterans Crisis Line responder anytime day or night:
Call: 988
Text: 838255
TTY: 800.799.4889
VA has several programs for veterans who are homeless. Call or visit the website to learn more information.
National VA Homeless Hotline: 877.424.3838
VA offers medical care related to ageing. Call or visit the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 800.308.8387
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation is a federal-state program that helps people who have physical or mental disabilities get or keep a job.
Services include:
NeedyMeds offers the following: