Membership Listings

Alzheimer's / Dementia

AdventHealth Neuroscience Institute 

Phone #: 407-599-6068

Contact: Tiffany McIntyre

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    At AdventHealth, Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ is our mission. It calls us to be His hands and feet in helping people feel whole. Our story is one of hope — one that strives to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit.


    More than 83,000 skilled and compassionate caregivers in physician practices, hospitals, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies and hospice centers provide individualized, wholistic care.

Alzheimer’s Association

Phone #: 800.272.3900

Contact: Jody Streussnig

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    The Alzheimer’s Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support, advocacy and research. We have been providing vital care and support for nearly 40 years. We fund promising research while our dedicated staff helps those living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia and their caregiver live their best possible life. The Alzheimer’s Association is here for you, all of our services are at no cost. 24/7 Helpline 800.272.3900 Visit alz.org/flgulfcoast

Dr. Fran Morris the Dementia Whisperer 

Phone #: 863.838.2433

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Assisted Living

Family Extended Care of Winter Haven

Phone #: (863) 324-2212

Contact: Terry Cook

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Astoria Senior Living

Phone #: (863)978-7240

Contact: Ingrid Burch

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    Astoria Senior Living includes Astoria Assisted Retirement Living and Astoria Health and Rehab

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Grace Manor Suites, LLC

Phone #: (863)232-9572

Contact: Jessica LaPointe

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Hawthorne Inn of Lakeland

Phone #: (863)644-6414

Contact: Jade Webster

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Lake Gibson Village

Phone #: (863)815-6105

Contact: Laura Tenpenny

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    Located on beautiful Lake Gibson, Lake Gibson Village offers the finest in Assisted Living and Memory Care services. Our professional staff takes care of the necessities of life – from housekeeping and laundry to assistance with personal care and more – making life easier and more pleasurable in every respect.

Lake Howard Heights

Phone #: (863)521-1668

Contact: Glenda Hanley

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    Lake Howard Heights serves seniors and their families in the scenic Winter Haven area with heart, whether you are looking for a more socialized lifestyle with independent living or require care services in assisted living. Our dining, amenities, team members, and senior apartments in Winter Haven blend together and create an enriching lifestyle for our residents.

Senior Living Management

Phone #: (863)660-0669

Contact: Kathy Shuey

Email: KShuey@slm.net 

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    Senior Living Management Corporation (SLMC) is a family of experienced companies that are dedicated to the senior housing industry. SLMC is a leader in all aspects of senior housing and retirement living. For over two decades SLMC has been successfully involved with the acquisitions, development, construction, financing and operations of our senior housing communities throughout Florida, Georgia, and Louisiana.


    SLM Services, LLC is our full-service, experienced management group that provides operational expertise and marketing direction to our senior housing communities. SLMC is committed to offering quality retirement living and supportive services with the highest level of dedication to each of our residents. The programs and services in our communities offer excellence in hospitality, lifestyle, personal attention, independence, and comfort.

The Gardens of Lake Alfred

Phone #: (863) 956-0411

Contact: Tara Anaya

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    We are a 100 licensed assisted living community in Lake Alfred, Florida.

Ansley Park at Oakbridge 

Phone #: (863) 647-1199 

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Care Management / Guardianship

CarePatrol Polk-Brandon

Phone #: (863)640-7059 or (863)640-2432

Contact: Marty Keyes-Goodemote, RN

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    Your Partner in Senior Care Living Solutions

Sonshine Elder Advisors, LLC - Sharmalee B. Jones, MSG/MPA, CMC

Phone #: (863)670-4443

Contact: Sharmalee Jones

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    Sonshine Elder Advisors, LLC: Assisting elders and their families navigate the aging network by providing personalized care management. We determine issues, including memory concerns, which impact the ability of individuals to maintain independence and then coordinate resources to ensure clients receive the best care and quality of life. We can advise and help with care transitions, Medicaid and Medicare, memory screening, keeping families well informed, and other services as needed.

The Health Coach

 Phone #: (863) 558-3223

Contact: Tanya Jeckovich

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    The Health Coach LLC is an aging life care company that assists seniors and their families to navigate the aging process through compassionate advocacy and expert guidance. We provide care coordination, care management, long-term planning, and counseling in Central Florida.

Church / Religious 

First Presbyterian Church Lakeland

Phone #: (863)686-7187

Contact: Sandie McRory

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    First Presbyterian Church Lakeland

    Pastor – Rev. Dr. John Fullerton

    www.fpclakeland.org


    Sunday Services in-person and online: Classic – 8:15 & 10:30 a.m., Modern (Vine) – 10:30 a.m.


    The Older (50+) Adult Ministry at First Presbyterian Church Lakeland provides programs and activities that engage the mind, body, and spirit. As of this writing, we offer in-person and virtual Bible study/small groups, monthly luncheons, fun fellowship opportunities, trips, and educational programs, as well as an annual Community Senior Adult Health and Resource Fair from 12-3 p.m. on the second Friday of March (planned for March 11, 2022). We invite all to participate in any of our events. For more information please contact Sandie at oam@fpclakeland.org or 863-686-7187.

Computers / Technology 

Purrfection Computer Services, Inc.

Phone #: (813)685-5880

Contact: Randall Munsters

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    Computer systems specializing in the needs of the senior community taking into account safety, ease of use and functionality.

Elder Law / Legal

Clark, Campbell, Lancaster, Workman & Airth, P.A.

Phone #: (863)647-5337

Contact: Kevin Albaum

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    Multi-practice area law firm with Attorney Kevin Albaum specializing in Elder Law.

Elder Law Firm of Clements & Wallace, P.L.

Phone #: (863)288-0904

Contact: Calene Hernandez

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    Providing Peace Of Mind In A Complex World

    The Elder Law Firm of Clements & Wallace, P.L. is a boutique firm dedicated to serving the legal needs of aging Floridians and their families. We strive to provide accurate and current legal advice to our clients in a professional and sensitive manner. Our firm is unique in that all attorneys in the firm concentrate their practice in the field of elder law. Our attorneys have many decades of combined experience in resolving the types of legal problems that seniors and their families face. Our clients benefit from the shared knowledge and experience of our team.

Family Elder Law

Phone #: (863)676-8432

Contact: Samantha Carter

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    Through a comprehensive and compassionate approach, our Life Care Planning firm solves problems for Seniors and their families that accompany aging. Whether the issues are paying for nursing home care, deciding on what type of care is appropriate, having a Will & Trust in place to make things easier for one’s family, etc. or a combination thereof; we provide solutions and comfort with exceptional customer service. Offices: Lakeland, Lake Wales & Sebring.

GrayRobinson, P.A.

Phone #: (863)-284-2237

Contact: Destiny Crisman

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    The Elder Law Team at our Lakeland Office provides estate planning and related legal services to clients of all ages, with a focus on the needs of older and disabled individuals and their families.  Our Elder Law attorneys are particularly sensitive to the multiple stresses that our elderly and disabled clients confront on a daily basis, which are compounded by the complexities of the legal and health care systems. We help our clients navigate these systems. We strive for our clients to maintain their highest quality of life, dignity, and independence for as long as possible. 

Robert J. Stanz PA

Phone #: (863)-701-4488

Contact: Robert J Stanz

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Tessier Law Firm, P.A.

Phone #: (863)220-7927

Contact: Denise Tessier

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    Denise Tessier, founder of The Tessier Law Firm, P.A., has been a lawyer for over 25 years, admitted in Florida, Massachusetts and Connecticut. Now home in Lake Wales, she helps individuals and families “take charge of life’s transitions” throughout Polk, DeSoto, Hardee and Highlands counties. She focusses her practice on Life and Estate Planning (Wills, Trusts, Probate and Elder Law), as well as Small Business Legal Consulting.

Mortellaro Law

Phone #: (813)367-1500

Contact: Tami Erickson

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    From estate to tax planning, Medicare set-up to trusts, it’s not easy for an elderly person to fully grasp the ins-and- outs, benefits and drawbacks of various planning measures.


    • Medicaid Benefits
    • Qualified Income Trust
    • Medicaid Planning
    • VA Benefits

Darby Law Group, PA

Phone #: (863) 683-7400

Contact: Tami Erickson

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    Darby Law Group is committed to serving the legal needs of the elderly and their families. The firm provides estate planning and other legal services to persons of all ages with a special interest in those issues which affect the elderly and their families. A focus on the estate planning and public benefits needs of individuals and their families enables the firm to be particularly sensitive to the stresses and hardships that these individuals and families confront on a daily basis.

Southern Atlantic Law Group

Phone #: (863) 656-6672

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Financial / Insurance 

Advocate Insurance Agency

Phone #: (863)272-2275

Contact: Donny Cook

Email: DC@myadvocateagent.com

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    We endeavor to add value to our clients lives by connecting their unique purpose to financial decisions, bringing clarity on how to strategically accomplish their goals, and providing stewardship as life continues to change.

Atlas Financial Consulting, LLC.

Phone #: (863)272-2275

Contact: Heather Riner

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    Heather has a background in wealth management, investments, trusts, and banking. After a decade of experience in the many facets of the financial industry, Heather created Atlas Financial Consulting, LLC. As a Daily Money Manager, she has the ability to work hands-on with her clients and make a difference in their financial lives by providing confidential, compassionate assistance, while reducing stress and increasing financial productivity. She strives to alleviate the burden of her client's day-to-day financial tasks such as creating and implementing a budget, preventing/contesting fraud, paying bills, reconciling accounts, organizing electronic and/or physical files, etc.


    This allows her clients to shift their focus to living a more fulfilling and stress-free life. Heather is a member of the American Association of Daily Money Managers (AADMM). As a member of AADMM she is held to their Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics. Each AADMM member is required to pass a biennial background check to ensure each member is continuing to uphold the credibility and integrity of our profession.


    Heather believes in helping those in need and giving back to the community. She is currently serving as Secretary of the Greater Auburndale Chamber of Commerce board of directors, as well as Secretary of Winter Haven's Women's Resource Center board of directors.

DFG & Associates, LLC

Business Phone Number: 863-797-4102

Contact: Karen Dean

Email: kldean3@gmail.com

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    Providing Guidance and Assistance with Your Medicare Choices

Edward-Jones

Phone #: (863)259-4109

Contact: Tracey Bourdon

Email: Tracey.Bourdon@edwardjones.com

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Phone #: (863)644-6986

Contact: Gary Willis

Email: Gary.Willis@edwardjones.com

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    She helps clients to live the retirement that they worked so hard to achieve. Having a partner to help you stay on track so that your money works for you, is what we do. To learn why consolidating your retirement accounts to Edward Jones makes sense, contact our office today.

Florida Blue

Phone #: (863)291-0140

Contact: Karen Lewis

Email: karen.lewis@bcbsfl.com

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HealthMarkets Insurance Agency

Phone #: (863)450-9314

Contact: Hunter Campbell

Email: hcampbell@healthmarkets.com 

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Lincoln Heritage

Phone #: (609)439-8222

Platinum Benefit Services

Phone #: (863)944-0739

Contact: Ashley Bradley

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    Platinum Benefit Services, Inc. is committed to helping families gain maximum government benefits for Long Term Care and providing both compassion and application expertise. Since 1996, we have helped more than 10,000 families qualify for Medicaid while strategically protecting an estimated $1,000,000,000 in assets in conjunction with appropriate legal counsel.


    Platinum works diligently to process all types of long term care applications with a specialization in complex nursing home applications for families who employ high end asset protection strategies. Platinum Benefit Services, Inc. are experts in the field of nursing home Medicaid application processing.

The Provident Life

Phone #: (863) 633-4227

Contact: Robert Truslow

Thrivent

Phone #: (863)325-6529

Contact: Rose Pagan

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    As your Financial Professional I will work with you to provide guidance that will connect your financial goals with your faith.

    Keeping in tune with others’ emotional and psychological needs is extremely important and I believe this leads to more successful, long-lasting relationships. I view my relationships with clients as true partnerships, demanding honesty, sharing and a joint search for ideas and solutions that will enrich their lives.


    Whether it is helping you with Life Insurance needs or Investment management together we can develop a financial strategy that helps your money work for you.

    With your confidence, I will commit to help you take care of what’s important and a priority to you.

    How I can help…

    Retirement Planning

    Life Insurance & Protection

    Disability & Long Term Care Insurance

    Investments & Wealth Building

    Tax Planning & Efficiency

    Social Security Planning

    Trust Services & Estate Planning

    Budgeting & Saving

    College Funding Strategies

    Currently working with residents of Polk, Orange, Osceola, Lake, Hillsborough, Highlands, Pasco, Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties.

Stewardship Guide - PAUL HATFIELD

Phone #: (850)264-7670

Contact: Paul Hatfield

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The World Changers

Phone #: (863)608-0134

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Funeral

Heath Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Phone #: (863)682-0111

Contact: Caroline Schichtel

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    Family-owned and operated by the Heath family since 1959, they serve families with the same commitment and compassion provided by their founder, Foster Heath. Honored with the Pursuit of Excellence Award by the National Funeral Directors Association nine consecutive years, Heath Funeral Chapel has been recognized for their professional, ethical excellence, and for providing quality, compassionate care and aftercare to the families they serve. Heath Funeral Chapel is a proud member of the National Funeral Directors Association, the Independent Funeral Directors of Florida, and the Green Burial Council.

    Heath Funeral Chapel offers:


    *Pre-planning/Complimentary Consultations

    *Burial/Graveside Services

    *Cremation with Confidence™️

    *On-site Crematories

    *Religious or Secular Services

    *Social Security Information

    *Veterans Services

    *On-site Chapel Seating (125)

    *Additional Seating (max 300)

    *Live-streaming

    *Closed-circuit TV

    *Video/DVD Tributes

    *Receptions – Heath Tribute Center; Full-Service Catering Available

    *Aftercare Programs

Spangler Cremation Service

Phone #: (863)644-0140

Contact: Jack Spangler

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    My name is Jack Spangler and I have served in the funeral business for 30 years. During that time I have noticed a large increase in the cremation rate. More and more people want something very basic and to make things easier on the loved ones left behind. Funeral homes generally are more expensive due to the large overhead.


    We are simple, make things easy and are more than reasonable in our pricing. I personally will take as much worry and concern off your shoulders as I can and assist with anything I am able.


    My goal is to make it as simple and easy for you as I possibly can. I encourage you to ask around about my reputation and you will find that I am a very sincere and caring person held to the highest of standards.

Government / Community

Age Friendly Lakeland

Phone #: (863)333-5129

Contact: Allison Bates

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    Our Mission is to create a collective impact by bringing Lakeland’s Vision of an Age Friendly Community to Life!


    Age Friendly Lakeland’s goal is to facilitate conversations relevant to the AARP 8 domains of livability with non-profit, for-profit organizations, businesses, residents, and city leaders.


    Our hope is to maximize opportunities for seniors to be active, healthy and engaged with their neighbors by connecting them with the available resources, each other, and their community. Our committee and leadership teams will focus on identifying the current needs and working to supporting existing efforts that currently exist within the community.

Center for Independent Living in Central Florida

Phone #: (863) 413-2722

Contact: Brittany Pilcher

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Citizen CPR, Inc.

Phone #: (863)680-1227 x1002

Contact: Cauney Bamberg

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    Non-profit 501(c)3 charitable organization that raises money from CPR courses for the lay person or healthcare professional in order to provide outreach work in the community focused on drowning prevention and AED education.


Florida Ombudsman Program

Phone #: (863)413-2764 or (888)831-0404

Contact: Terre Anne Lindstamer

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    An ombudsman is an advocate for people who live in nursing homes, assisted living facilities and adult family care homes.

    We are a State agency, under the Department of Elder Affairs. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for all Florida long-term care residents by advocating for and protecting their health, safety, welfare and rights.

    ALL services are confidential and free of charge.

Lighthouse For The Blind – Polk County Division

Phone #: (863)299-3633

Contact: Rebecca Radford

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    Lighthouse for the Blind provides training and other services that are designed to help each person served to maximize his or her independence.

Meals on Wheels

Phone #: (863)299-1616

Contact: Susan Eldridge

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    The Mission of Meals on Wheels of Polk County shall be to provide hot, nutritionally balanced meals and a daily contact to the homebound residents of the Polk County area. Our program provides a means of independence for many of our senior citizens – in some cases, it is a means of survival.


    MEALS ON WHEELS, INC., is a non-profit organization, actively supported by churches, civic organizations, businesses, and hundreds of active volunteers and residents throughout the Polk County Area.

Polk Senior Games

Phone #: (863)533-0055

Contact: Robin Wickman

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    Polk Senior Games is a non-profit, 501(c) (3), corporation that presents an annual two-week series of Olympic-style sports and games for men and women 50 years of age and over. The Games begin on the last Saturday of February. The Games inspire an active lifestyle, combine an interest in sports and games with fun and fellowship, promote a positive image of seniors and recognize their efforts and achievements, and encourage volunteerism. The Games attract nearly 2,500 men and women with a variety of skills – the serious competitor, the fun at heart, the seasoned athlete, the late bloomer, and the physically challenged.

Rath Senior ConNEXTions Center

Phone #: (863)220-7002

Contact: Rosemarie Lamm

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    Rath Senior ConNEXTions Center is a referral hub which provides information for seniors and their families. Rath Center also provides senior services which include support groups, Medicare information (SHINE) and lifelong learning. Senior Scholars provides classes in computers, Spanish, Italian, Life Writing, History, Anthropology, Biology and more!


    We can be contacted for information at 863-220-7002. Our e-mail address is rathsrconnextions@gmail.com. Our web site is TheRathCenter.org.

RSVP Polk

Phone #: (863)534-5249

Contact: Michelle Shiver

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    RSVP Polk engages people 55 and better in volunteer service to meet community needs and provides a high quality experience that will enrich the lives of volunteers.


    Leading Through Experience! You have gained a lifetime of experience. Now is the time to put your skills and talents to good use by volunteering through RSVP.


    RSVP volunteers contribute anywhere from a few to over forty hours a week, serving through schools, community and service organizations, and other nonprofit and public organizations to help meet critical community needs.


    RSVP offers maximum flexibility and choice to its volunteers. RSVP matches the personal interests and skills of volunteers with opportunities to help solve community problems and offers supplemental accident insurance while on duty, and on-the-job training from the agency or organization where volunteers are placed.

Senior Connection Center, Inc.

Phone #: (800)963-5337

Contact: Patricia Henderson

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    Senior Connection Center is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to help older adults and persons with disabilities live with independence and dignity.

Viste

Phone #: (863)284-0828

Contact: Steve Bissonnette

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    Volunteers in Service to the Elderly (VISTE) is a community-based, non-profit organization serving Lakeland, Bartow, Mulberry and Ft. Meade. Established in 1983, the primary goal of VISTE is to enable frail elderly persons to continue living independently and safely in their own home. Learn more about us or get in touch if you want to volunteer.


    VISTE is a volunteer-driven organization that is successful because of the schools, churches, civic groups, local corporations, and individuals that help us. Though a small VISTE staff oversees program services offered to our clients, our dedicated volunteers perform the majority of the work.


    The frail elderly are the fastest growing age group in the U.S.A. People are living longer and are often financially unprepared to do so. On a fixed income, we provide the elderly with food and other resources. VISTE is here to help.


    VISTE receives funds from the United Way of Central Florida, the City of Lakeland, the City of Bartow, the Community Foundation of Greater Lakeland, through individuals, businesses, and various foundations.

Home Care

ADVENT HOME CARE ALLIANCE, INC

Phone #: (863) 272-1001

Contact: Maxine Granstan

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    ADVENT HOME CARE ALLIANCE (AHCALL) is a not-for-profit community partner which provides veterans, seniors, and persons with disabilities in-home companion care needs through our compassionate team.

Assisting Hands Home Care

Phone #: (863)877-3992

Contact: Bart Wakeman

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    Helping Hand Nursing Services is a locally owned and operated Nurse Registry that has been providing the most affordable and comprehensive home care in Polk and Hillsborough counties for over 28 years. Our administrator is a registered nurse with over 35 years of experience. She is an RN, BSN, CCRN, and specializes in geriatric nursing and care coordination. We work with doctors, nursing homes, home health care agencies, and hospitals in a combined effort to keep clients in the comfort of their own homes or familiar environment.

Comfort Keepers

Phone #: (863) 701-9100

Contact: Tracy Kelley

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    Comfort Keepers provides award winning in-home care to seniors and other adults in need.

ComForCare Home Care – Lakeland

Phone #: (863)337-3323

Contact: Shauna Brinkerhoff

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    With home care services, our office can provide personal care plans through an in-home evaluation and interviews between the client, family and the ComForCare team to help determine the best plan of action for the individual based on their specific needs. ComForCare Home Care can help individuals with daily activities. Our dedicated caregivers can be available for as little as a few times per week or 24 hours a day to provide care.

ComForCare Home Care – Winter Haven / NW Tampa

Phone #: (863) 268-4163

Contact: Christina Getz

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    With home care services, our office can provide personal care plans through an in-home evaluation and interviews between the client, family and the ComForCare team to help determine the best plan of action for the individual based on their specific needs. ComForCare Home Care can help individuals with daily activities. Our dedicated caregivers can be available for as little as a few times per week or 24 hours a day to provide care.

Helping Hand Nursing Services

Phone #: (863) 616-1888

Contact: Justin Gold

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    Helping Hand Nursing Services is a locally owned and operated Nurse Registry that has been providing the most affordable and comprehensive home care in Polk and Hillsborough counties for over 28 years. Our administrator is a registered nurse with over 35 years of experience. She is an RN, BSN, CCRN, and specializes in geriatric nursing and care coordination. We work with doctors, nursing homes, home health care agencies, and hospitals in a combined effort to keep clients in the comfort of their own homes or familiar environment.

Home Instead

Phone #: (863)937-1500

Contact: Kari Gomez

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    Home Instead ®️ in Lakeland, FL offers many different types of in-home care that can be individualized to meet the needs of your family members. Call us at (863) 937-1500 for a free consultation to learn how home care can benefit your family.


    The Home Instead network has been delivering in-home care for more than 25 years. All of our highly trained CAREGiversSM are bonded and insured for your peace of mind. Each CAREGiver completes a comprehensive training program to deliver individualized care with compassion.


    Our families live and work in Lakeland, FL, so we’re invested in our community on a very personal level. And we believe every family in the area deserves individualized in-home senior care with a compassionate touch. That’s why we established Home Instead Senior Care®️ of Lakeland, FL.


    As a locally owned business, we offer friendly, responsive service right in your neighborhood. We’re dedicated to making our community a better place to live for seniors and their families.


    HHA #299993698

Senior Helpers

Phone #: (863)686-7333

Contact: Jorge Giraldo

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    Senior Helpers stands ready to serve your family’s needs with personalized, in-home care and expertly trained professional caregivers. Let us ease your mind with a complimentary in-home care assessment. Joint Commission Accredited. License HHA 299993990


    Senior Helpers offers tailored home care services ranging from companion care for seniors who need daily assistance to in-depth specialized care for those with Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Parkinson’s and other chronic diseases. Senior Helpers of Polk County was established in 2008 by Jorge Giraldo MBA, our CEO / Administrator, who is an advocate for high-quality senior care. Our primary goal is to improve quality of life for our clients and their families, by delivering customized, dependable, and affordable care. Our team of highly-qualified caregivers and office staff are ready to serve you and your family; let Senior Helpers become an extension of your family!

Sunshine Home and Companion Care, LLC

Phone #: (863)944-3349

Contact: Sandi Cook

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    Non-medical in-home senior care. Meal prep, light duty housekeeping, companion care, errands, escort to appointments, pet care, fall prevention, security checks and so much more!

Two Hearts One Love, LLC

Phone #: (863)934-1700

Contact: Seanquanee Chandler

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Trilogy Home Healthcare

Phone #: (813)963-1200

Contact: Tracie Conti

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Easy Living Inc.

Phone #: 863.557.7604

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Home Repair

TruBlue Home Service Ally

Phone: (863) 400-3678 

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Hospice

Cornerstone Hospice and Palliative Care

Phone #: (866)742-6655

Contact: Shannon Clark

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    Cornerstone Hospice is not a place, but a philosophy of care with an emphasis on quality of life. Providing hospice care in Polk, Highlands and Hardee county.

Good Shepherd Hospice

Phone #: (800)544-3280

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    As a Not-for-Profit Provider, Good Shepherd Hospice…


    At Good Shepherd Hospice, we never deny services to anyone due to financial hardship. Patients receive services wherever they call home—in a primary residence, assisted living facility, skilled nursing home, hospice house or hospital.


    Good Shepherd Hospice accepts Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and most private insurances. Under Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare, hospice is an all-inclusive benefit—all services, medications, home medical equipment and medical supplies related to the patient’s illness are covered.

Law Enforcement

Lakeland Police Department – Elderly Services Unit

Phone #: (863)834-6912

Contact: Cindy Sharp

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    Protects and serves the Senior Community of Lakeland. Non-emergency assistance for the elderly.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office

Phone #: (863)298-6683

Contact: Lilia Vega

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    The Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Crime Prevention Section provides many interesting programs and information to local communities and group, adults and children alike.

Seniors vs Crime

Phone #: (863)577-1672

Contact: Ralph Putnam

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    We are a project of the Florida Attorney General’s Office and assist persons of any age with civil matters.

Marketing

Medical

Angels Care Center of Eloise

 Phone #: (863)207-6851

Contact: Janey Powell

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    Medical care available to those in Polk County who are 200% of the federal poverty level or less and have no medical coverage.

Beltone Hearing

 Phone #: (863)698-1823

Contact: Sharon Conlon

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    Free hearing tests. Dispense and service hearing aids of various manufacturers and styles. Taking most insurances with no prepayment up front.

Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida

 Phone #: (863) 812-1148

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Central Florida Speech and Hearing Center

 Phone #: (863)686-3189

Contact: Tonya LaLonde

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    For more than 50 years, Central Florida Speech and Hearing Center has served the Greater Lakeland community, and beyond. We are a premier world-class speech, language and hearing disorders treatment facility in the beautiful heart of Central Florida and Polk County. Today, as in every day for half a century, we welcome every patient and celebrate the dedication of our professional staff who have answered the call for outstanding, compassionate care, in an exemplary facility. Learn more about us!

Lakeland Volunteers In Medicine

 Phone #: (863)688-5846

Contact: Eva Hawkins

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    Lakeland Volunteer in Medicine (LVIM) is a non-profit, 501c3 organization, that provides FREE, high-quality outpatient primary medical, dental and mental health care to the working uninsured of Polk County. All patients are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve will receiving quality healthcare and medicine they need to continue being productive community members. All of these services are provided by volunteers, who make up 96% of the staff at LVIM.

Dedicated Senior Medical Center

Phone #: (863)646-4908

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Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland

 Phone #: (863)279-1600

Contact: Jill Christy

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    At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Lakeland, we are committed to helping you regain independence after a life-changing illness or injury. Located in Lakeland and serving Polk and Hillsborough counties, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.


    Using clinical collaboration and advanced technologies, we provide a personalized care plan designed to meet your unique needs and help you achieve your goals.


    Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital uses an interdisciplinary team approach that includes physical, speech and occupational therapists, rehabilitation physicians, rehabilitation nurses, case managers, dietitians and more, combined with our advanced technology and expertise, to help you achieve your goals. You will receive at least three hours of therapy five days per week while under the constant care of registered nurses, many of whom specialize in rehabilitation, and frequent independent private practice physician* visits.


    Rehabilitation is covered in full or part by most health insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Our hospital has contracts with most major insurance companies and is willing to negotiate with other companies, as needed.

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Misc Products / Services

Mary Kay

 Phone #: (863)738-0145

Contact: Tracie Carley

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Morning Glory Consulting

 Phone #: (863)207-1743

Contact: Tracee Wallace

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    Notary Services, Assisted Living Placement Assistance; CEMP/EPP Completion; Social Services Assistance with Advance Directives; Assisted Living Mock Surveys; AHCA Readiness and Preparations; Limited Staff Training.

TIDY IT UP WITH TINA LLC

 Phone #: (844)FOR-TINA

Contact: Tina Anderson

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    We are a commercial cleaning service that focuses on quality, detailed cleaning. The owner is a native of Lakeland with extensive business management and customer service experience and a love for people and going above and beyond. We are fully licensed, bonded, and insured. Please visit our website for more information.

AARP 

 Phone #: 863.499.1290 

Contact: Tina Anderson

Beautiful Minds Social Center

Phone #: (863) 450-4234

Contact: Tina Anderson

Moving / Relocating

Safe Moves for Seniors

 Phone #: (863)276-4697

Contact: Nicole

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Browning Moving & Storage

 Phone #: (863)683-6494

Contact: JayDee Hackney

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    We are a moving and storage company providing relocation services to include transportation, packing, storing of household goods. We specialize in quality services and understand the needs of senior citizens that are in need of downsizing or prepping to be closer to family members. We support and partner with senior organizations such as BLFS and NASMM (National Association of Senior Move Managers) to provide seniors the best value and quality of services when they need to relocate to their next home.

Organized Haven

 Phone #: (863)268-4041

Contact: Nicole Ramer

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    Organized Haven is a NASMM A+ Accredited moving, downsizing, and estate clearing company in Lakeland, FL. We were founded by Polk County's only NAPO Certified Professional Organizer® and NASMM Certified Senior Move Manager®, Nicole Ramer, also Immediate Past President of Better Living for Seniors Polk.


    NAPO is the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals.

    NASMM is the National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers.


    As a team of Certified Professional Organizers®, Certified Senior Move Managers® and Movers since 2013, we have helped hundreds of seniors and families downsize lifetimes of accumulations in their homes in the process of moving, aging-in-place, or simply getting organized.

Organizing with Curry Designs

Phone #: (863)602-0296

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Printing / Publishing 

Central Florida Media Group

 Phone #: (863)248-7537

Contact: Nelson Kirkland

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    Advertising, marketing, and publishing company.

Sage Aging ElderCare Guide

 Phone #: (863)802-1112

Contact: Liz Craven

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    Pro-Ad Media publishes Sage Aging ElderCare Guide, a comprehensive guide to senior care options in Polk County. Available in English and Spanish, you can find the guide at locations throughout Polk County, free of charge, and online at www.ElderCareGuide.com. Check out our Sage Aging Podcast.

Well Being Magazine/Sun Newspapers

 Phone #: (863)899-3843

Contact: JC Martin

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    Well Being Magazine was created to serve the health and well-being needs of our community, Well Being gives readers easy access to all their needs in one publication, delivered to thousands every month, reaching 37,500 readers! Advisory Board members have the ability to submit articles and health tips monthly.


    D-R Media consists of Local Community Newspapers and Magazines serving Central Florida in Polk, Highlands, Lake, and Sumter county.

Real Estate

Coldwell Banker Realty

 Phone #: (863)255-2715

Contact: Susan Mayrant

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    Having worked for years supporting Fortune 500 global companies in sales and marketing, I am privileged to bring my professional skills to my long-time passion, the competitive world of real estate.


    Growing up with many corporate moves and changes of schools, along with many career moves as an adult, I know how the complexities of buying and selling real estate can impact a family and an individual. The hallmarks of my success I offer are detailed oriented professionalism with innovative thinking and outstanding communication, delivering an exceptional customer experience.


    Mark Twain said it best: “The secret of getting ahead is getting started”. Let me, along with the team at Coldwell Banker Winter Haven, help you get started. We offer tailor made programs to suit your needs with many resources to make your real estate buying or selling experience a one-stop, full service experience.


Donna Kay Dinkins, Realtor®, SRES®at Focus Group Florida at Keller Williams

 Phone #: (863)250-2400

Contact: Donna Kay Dinkins

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    Donna Kay Dinkins, REALTOR® at Focus Group Florida at Keller Williams is YOUR Seniors Real Estate Specialist®  designated to work with the 50 and older population. As an SRES®, she can help with the special needs of finding a retirement home, downsizing, relocating, or looking for that condo on the beach. Understanding the major financial and lifestyle transitions including long-term care needs of her older clients, she offers the opportunity to complete the real estate transaction with the patience, professionalism, and expertise that is needed when working with the seniors in our community.

Focus Group Florida, Keller Williams Realty & Focus Homes & Focus Remodels

 Phone #: (863)640-2246

Contact: Jared Weggeland

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     Jared Weggeland and team are your one-stop-shop for all things housing. We specializing in helping seniors and their families with all of their real estate needs. *** (1) DOWNSIZING: When seniors would like to downsize and are not quite ready to move into a care home, we can help them sell and buy, or sell and build more appropriate homes for aging in place. *** (2) TRANSITIONING: When seniors transition from their family homes into care homes, we can help them sell their property or properties. *** (3) PROBATE: When seniors pass and their family or probate attorney need to sell real estate assets, we help with the entire process. *** (4) REMODELING: When seniors would like to age in place and stay in the homes that they love, we help remodel their homes to suit their lifestyle needs. We update bathrooms with walk in showers or walk in tub/showers and grab bars, install ramps and accessibility items, update kitchens and living spaces to specific requirements and more. *** (5) TINY HOMES or MOTHER-IN-LAW SUITES: Sometimes families find it best for us to help them build a tiny house in the back yard of their existing homes, a place for their parents to maintain some independence, and a place that is also very near to the family in times of need. Contact us today to discuss your unique senior situation and the possible solutions available.

Keller Williams Realty Smart

Phone #: (863)450-8847

Contact: Patrick Thurmond

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Meeks Real Estate, LLC

Phone #: (863)604-9287

Contact: Carla Meeks

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    Meeks Real Estate, LLC helps people who are looking to buy, sell, build or invest in the Central Florida Area. I am the Broker/Realtor with over 15+ years experience. I have also completed my Bachelor of Science, GRI, PSA and I truly enjoy working with people. My Slogan is “Not just a Realtor but Your Realtor” I hold true to my slogan. I take excellent care of my clients. Please feel free to call me or text me anytime. 863-604-9287.


    Address: 1510 N. Broadway Ave., Bartow, FL 33830 P.O. Box 1653 Bartow, FL 33831

Xcellence Realty

 Phone #: 863-397-9660

Contact: Debbie Hatcher

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    Hi would like to introduce myself you Debbie Hatcher, Realtor with Xcellence Realty. Working with buyers and sellers in Polk County, FL 25+ years. I can help you sell your home if it is in a rented Park that you are paying lot rent or home and land. Working with you to get to your next chapter in your life. Whether to downsize and buy a smaller home in a 55+ community with neighbors to look after your home so you can travel. Or moving to more inclusive home that you no longer need to do the lawn, take care of home Maintenace, with meals available if you don't feel like cooking. Selling your home doesn't have to be a lot of work. I will provide a Free Market Analysis on your home value. Buying your next home there are still good deals and we provide you homes available till you find the one that is right for you. Give me a call and we can meet and come up with a plan.

Treasure Hunters Estate Sales

 Phone #: (863) 585-6789

Contact: Kent Estes

Retirement Communities 

Azalea Park Independent Living 

 Phone #: (863) 267-9520

Contact: Dawn Torres

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Estates at Carpenters

 Phone #: (863) 853-5505

Contact: Cristine Royer

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    A retirement lifestyle in Lakeland, FL, where you can have it all. At The Estates at Carpenters, we don’t believe in compromises (unless of course it means making adjustments to better meet your needs). We believe in “and.” Because we’re a Life Planned Retirement Community, you can feel confident that you’ll also receive care should you ever need it—and that’s a promise for life.


    Here, you can live a life well planned, and afford it.

Florida Presbyterian Homes

 Phone #: (863)577-6029

Contact: Tasha Saca

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    Florida Presbyterian Homes serves older adults in Florida by offering a spectrum of senior living services within a stress-free community. Here, we provide a true retirement community where residents love the friendships they make.


    Which Style of Living is Right for You?


    Your retirement years are unique to you. So, why choose a one-size-fits-all approach to retirement living? Whether you want to live more independently or need frequent assistance, Florida Presbyterian Homes can meet your needs.


    • Residential Living
    • Apartment Homes
    • Assisted Living
    • Skilled Nursing
    • Rehabilitation

Mainstay Senior Living

 Phone #: (833) 675-4864

Contact: Dana Mercaldi

Email: Dana.mercaldi@mainstayseniorliving.com

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The Glades at ChampionGate

 Phone #: (863)588-3242

Contact: Ann Wilson

Email: atwilson@watermarkcommunities.com

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    An exciting concept in senior living, The Glades includes three distinct neighborhoods offering choices for all lifestyles. We offer 114 Independent living, 73 Assisted Living, and 36 Memory Care residences. The Glades at ChampionsGate is close to everything you need. Shopping, dining, parks and dog-walking paths, ChampionsGate Golf Resort and the Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center are all just minutes away. Here, you’ll find a carefree lifestyle in a welcoming city, where people value the good life, from outdoor events and area attractions, to exceptional healthcare and recreation.

Water's Edge of Lake Wales

 Phone #: (866) 711-6594

Contact: Missy Kimbrough

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    An exciting concept in senior living, The Glades includes three distinct neighborhoods offering choices for all lifestyles. We offer 114 Independent living, 73 Assisted Living, and 36 Memory Care residences. The Glades at ChampionsGate is close to everything you need. Shopping, dining, parks and dog-walking paths, ChampionsGate Golf Resort and the Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center are all just minutes away. Here, you’ll find a carefree lifestyle in a welcoming city, where people value the good life, from outdoor events and area attractions, to exceptional healthcare and recreation.




Spring Haven Senior Living

 Phone #: (863) 293-0072

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    Five Star Winter Haven Retirement Community


    Spring Haven specializes in senior living; our amenities, services, and activities create an environment and atmosphere that is perfect for all residents. We offer Independent Living, Memory Care and Assisted Living.

Senior Housing Placement 

Oasis Senior Advisors

 Phone #: (863)333-2626

Contact: Lori LeGrand

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    Free help to seniors and families to find the senior living solution that is the right fit. With you every step of the way.

Assisted Living Locators

 Phone #: (813)922-2500

Contact: Mary Curtis Pizzano

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Skilled Nursing

Life Care Center of Winter Haven

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Life Care Center of Winter Haven — Lakeland, FL — Better Living For Seniors Polk County

Winter Haven Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation Center 

Phone #: 863-298-5000

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Winter Haven Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation Center  — Lakeland, FL — Better Living For Seniors Polk County

Highlands Lake Center

 Phone #: (863)-646-8699

Contact: Amber Terry

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    We are a skilled nursing facility accepting short term rehab, long term care and respite care.

Lakeland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Phone #: (863) 688-5612

Contact: Stacey Wilkins

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    At Lakeland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, located in Lakeland, FL, we are dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where each individual receives the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services and 24 hour skilled nursing care.


    We understand this may be a difficult time for all concerned and we are here to provide the support your loved one and your family needs during this period of transition. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate health care, nursing, and rehabilitation services are provided in an environment of respect, dignity and personal attention to the needs of the individual.

Palm Garden of Winter Haven

 Phone #: (863)368-0094

Contact: Holly Smith

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    Palm Garden of Winter Haven is committed to leading in the skilled nursing and rehabilitation arena. Our unique team approach, dedicated teams with years of experience, and passion truly make a difference. It is our privilege to continue to serve our patients and residents delivering enhanced clinical services, innovative therapy and compassionate healthcare.


    Whether you are in need of a short-term or long-term care solution, our goal is to accelerate your pathway to recovery within a compassionate environment.

Scott Lake Health and Rehab

 Phone #: (863)500-4015

Contact: Aileen Jones

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Spring Lake Rehabilitation Center

 Phone #: (863)294-3055 ext. 225

Contact: Kandra Waters

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    Inpatient and Outpatient Rehab, All private rooms, State of the art equipment in our gyms. 

Valencia Hills

 Phone #: (863)858-4402 ext. 300

Contact: Keway Touray

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Lake Wales Wellness and Rehabilitation Center

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Transportation

All Generations Transport Services

Phone #: (863)646-4908

Contact: Russell Betz

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    A reliable, affordable non-emergency wheelchair, stretcher transportation provider for senior and mobility impaired citizens

Veterans

Polk County Veteran’s Council

Phone #: 863.602.0921

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