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Home AccessibilityAssistive Technology & Durable Medical Equipment (DME)✓ Verified
Lakeland, Polk County
Last verified: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Center for Independent Living in Central Florida — Polk County Office (Lakeland)
About This Organization

The Center for Independent Living in Central Florida's Polk County office on South Lakeland Drive in Lakeland is the state- and federally designated disability resource center serving Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties. The Lakeland office assists older adults with wheelchair ramp referrals, a free Durable Medical Equipment (DME) loan closet, home accessibility assessments, and free FTRI amplified telephones for seniors with hearing loss.

Official Verification Sources: Center for Independent Living in Central Florida — Polk County Office (Lakeland) Official Website; Florida Health Finder / State Regulatory Registry

Verified State & Regulatory Credentials
Florida Home Accessibility & Mobility Credential: CILNCF-POLK-33813Status: Active / Verified

Issuer: Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation / CILNCF

Notes: Official state-designated Center for Independent Living branch serving Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties from South Lakeland.

Services Offered
Free Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Loan Closet (Wheelchairs, Walkers, Bath Benches)
Free FTRI Amplified & Captioned Telephones for Seniors with Hearing Loss
Home Accessibility Assessments & Wheelchair Ramp Program Coordination
Assistive Technology Demonstrations & Independent Living Skills
Nursing Home Transition & Aging-in-Place Advocacy
Frequently Asked Questions

Factual details and direct answers about Center for Independent Living in Central Florida — Polk County Office (Lakeland)'s services, licensing, and credentials.

Where is the Center for Independent Living located in Polk County?

The Polk County office is located at 5125 South Lakeland Drive, Suite 4, Lakeland, FL 33813, reachable at (863) 413-2722.

Can Polk County seniors get a free amplified telephone for hearing loss here?

Yes, the Lakeland CIL office is an authorized FTRI distribution site providing free amplified and captioned phones to Florida residents with certified hearing loss.

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Contact Information
Address
5125 S Lakeland Dr, Ste 4
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (24/7 Clinical / On-Call Support Where Applicable)
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