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Lakeland, Polk County
Last verified: Thursday, October 29, 2026
VISTE — Custom Wheelchair Ramp Construction Program (Lakeland & Bartow)
About This Organization

VISTE's Wheelchair Ramp Team designs and constructs custom, code-compliant wooden wheelchair ramps and sturdy exterior step handrails at zero cost for frail, mobility-impaired seniors aged 70 and older living in Lakeland, Bartow, Mulberry, and Fort Meade. Ensuring safe entry and exit for wheelchair and walker users allows homebound Polk County elders to safely attend medical appointments and evacuate in emergencies.

Official Verification Sources: VISTE — Custom Wheelchair Ramp Construction Program (Lakeland & Bartow) Official Website; Florida Health Finder / State Regulatory Registry

Verified State & Regulatory Credentials
Florida Home Accessibility & Mobility Credential: VISTE-RAMPS-33801Status: Active / Verified

Issuer: Volunteers in Service to the Elderly (501(c)(3) Non-Profit)

Notes: Designs and builds custom ADA-compliant wooden wheelchair ramps and exterior handrails at 100% no cost for frail seniors 70+ in Lakeland, Bartow, Mulberry, and Ft. Meade.

Services Offered
100% Free Custom Wheelchair Ramp Design & Construction for Seniors 70+
Sturdy Exterior Entryway Handrail Installations
On-Site Home Mobility & Entryway Measurement
Safe Threshold Transitions for Wheelchairs & Rollators
Volunteer Skilled Carpentry & Community Grant Funding
Frequently Asked Questions

Factual details and direct answers about VISTE — Custom Wheelchair Ramp Construction Program (Lakeland & Bartow)'s services, licensing, and credentials.

How can an elderly homeowner in Lakeland or Bartow get a free wheelchair ramp built by VISTE?

Seniors aged 70+ in Lakeland, Bartow, Mulberry, or Fort Meade who need a ramp to safely enter and exit their home can call VISTE at (863) 284-0828 for an in-home evaluation.

Does VISTE charge seniors for materials or labor to build a wheelchair ramp?

No, VISTE funds materials through community grants and donations and builds the ramp with skilled volunteer builders at zero cost to the senior.

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Contact Information
Address
1232 E Magnolia St
Website
viste.org
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (24/7 Clinical / On-Call Support Where Applicable)
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