Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
This group is called LLS for short. It is a nonprofit. It works to end blood cancer.
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HCA Florida Healthcare
This group is a network of sites of care across the state. It offers comprehensive, high-quality healthcare.
Children's Wishes - Make-A-Wish Foundation
This agency grants wishes to children that have a life-threatening illness. It is for children ages 2 1/2 to 17. Anyone can refer a child for a wish. The group then works with the child’s doctor to see if they are eligible. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll Free: 888.874.9474
Peace River Center
Peace River Center is a nonprofit group that works to treat behavioral health. They help with mental health, victim services, and substance use disorders. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
Services Include:
- Children's Services
- Community-Based Treatment
- Crisis Services
- Health & Wellness
- Mental Illness Recovery Services
- Outpatient Services
- Residential Services
- Victim Services
PhRMA
PhRMA represents the leading research companies in the nation. These companies are in the biopharmaceutical industry. They are working towards a patient-centered health care system. And want to make medicines more affordable. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Behavioral Health Services - Gulf Coast JFCS
This agency provides help for mental health and behavior problems. They have programs that give support and resources. They also help people with drug or alcohol problems. Call or visit their website to learn more.
Services Include:
Gulf Coast Jewish Family & Community Services
This agency is known as Gulf Coast JFCS for short. It is a not-for-profit group. They offer a variety of programs to individuals and families in need.
Health and Medical Care - Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine
Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine provides free health and medical care to low-income and uninsured.
Services include:
- Primary and Specialty Care
- Dental Services
- Pharmacy & Prescription Assistance
- Opthalmology & Vision Services
- Lab Services
- Limited Surgical Services
- Pathology
- X-Ray & Ultrasound
- Patient Education
- Mental Health
These services are offered to Polk County residents. Please call or visit website for more information.
Lakeland Volunteers In Medicine
This group is called LVIM for short. It is a nonprofit organization. They provide medical care.
Outpatient Care Available:
- Dental
- Medical
- Mental
Alcoholics Anonymous - Heartland Intergroup, Inc.
AA helps people recover from alcoholism. They can share their experience, strength, and hope to solve their common problem. Meetings are free. The only requirement is a desire to stop drinking. Please call or visit the website to learn more.