6 Housing & Shelter Resources in Polk, Florida — Free Help & Counseling
6 verified housing & shelter resources in Polk, Florida. Find free counseling, crisis support, sliding-scale therapy, substance abuse treatment, and community help on OneClickMentalHealth. Search by city, ZIP, or insurance.
Verified resources
- George W. Harris, Jr. Runaway and Youth Crisis Shelter — Housing & Shelter in Bartow, Florida — (863) 595-0220 — Youth and Family Alternatives operates three short-term shelter programs for youth between the ages of 10 thru 17, one of those being the George W. Harris, Jr.
- Lake Wales Care Center — Housing & Shelter in Lake Wales, Florida — (863) 676-6678 — The Transitional Housing Program is an opportunity to give individuals and families hope for a future. The purpose is to help those in need develop Christ-like
- Lighthouse Ministries - Men's Gospel Rescue Mission — Housing & Shelter in Lakeland, Florida — (863) 687-4076 — The Gospel Rescue Mission is for homeless and at-risk men, as overnight guests. Open at 3:30 p.m. daily First 3 nights per month are free, then its $7 per night
- Safe Families for Children — Housing & Shelter in Orlando, Florida — (863) 232-9815 — Safe Families is a network of host families that provide a loving home where parents can safely place their children in times of crisis. Host Families, prompted
- Talbot House Ministries of Lakeland — Housing & Shelter in Lakeland, Florida — (863) 687-8475 — We are one of the oldest and most comprehensive homeless care centers in Polk County. We are committed to provide SHELTER, HEALTHCARE, and RENEWAL of the Homele
- The Foundation — Housing & Shelter in Davenport, Florida — (863) 250-4357 — Per the shelter. See the bold text below: THIS IS A MALE ONLY SHELTER. FEMALES DO NOT CALL UNLESS YOU ARE REQUESTING INFORMATION FOR A MALE. THIS IS NOT A SHELT
Frequently asked questions
How many housing & shelter resources are available in Polk, Florida?
OneClickMentalHealth lists verified housing & shelter resources across Polk, Florida. The full count and current listings are shown above. New providers are added and verified on an ongoing basis.
Are these housing & shelter services free?
Most listings on OneClickMentalHealth are free or low-cost. Each resource page shows pricing or fee structure when known. Many providers offer sliding-scale fees based on income, accept Medicaid, or are funded by federal, state, or county programs.
How do I know if I'm eligible?
Eligibility varies by provider — common factors include income, insurance, residency, age, and the type of service needed. Call the listed phone number; most intake staff can tell you in a few minutes whether you qualify and what to bring.
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support in English and Spanish (Spanish: press 2). Veterans can press 1.
Do these services accept insurance or Medicaid?
Many do. Open any resource page to see accepted insurance plans when reported, or call to confirm. If you don't have insurance, ask about sliding-scale fees, charity care, or county-funded programs — many providers serve uninsured patients.
Can I get help in a language other than English?
Yes — many resources offer services in Spanish, and several support Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, Tagalog, Arabic, or French. Use the language filter, or call 988 (press 2 for Spanish, or use 988lifeline.org/help-yourself/en-espanol/ for more options).
In crisis? Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (free, 24/7, confidential, English and Spanish). Veterans press 1. For LGBTQ+ youth, call 988 then press 3. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.