General Info

Community Health & Social Services is one of the departments of Polk County in Florida that offers health care and special programs to people suffering from various disabilities. It provides insurance services through Medicare and Medicaid plans to low income individuals, senior citizens and blind people. The department also provides financial assistance to people living below the poverty line and short- and long-term employment and self-sufficiency programs. Additionally, it provides housing shelter and food to malnourished and underserved population. It also offers outreach programs and case management, crisis intervention and referral services to households. The department also provides medication to individuals who cannot afford medical care. Community Health & Social Services also offers counseling and support services to individuals suffering from chronicle diseases. It offers medical card to its residents for providing primary care physician and transportation for medical appointments. The department is located in Bartow, Fla., and serves more than 120,000 people.