Polk County Expands HealthCare Plan eligibility to 300% of federal poverty level.
Category: Quality of Life
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As Polk Ages, Families Struggle to Find Affordable Adult Day Care
More than 12,000 Polk County seniors are estimated to need help with daily activities, but families and providers say cost and logistics often put care out of reach.
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For 1 in 5 Students, Reading is a Barrier — Roberts Academy Is Working to Change That
Florida Southern College’s Roberts Academy marks 15 years of helping students with dyslexia close literacy gaps — and reshape their futures.
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Young Chefs Take the Spotlight at IDEA Lakeland Cook-Off
National program uses hands-on cooking to build confidence and encourage healthier habits among students.
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Lakeland Stayed Bronze for Bikeability. Here’s What Riders Say Needs to Change.
Lakeland is expanding trails, but reaching Silver will require safer routes for everyday riders.
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How Lakeland Regional Health Is Closing Maternity Care Gaps in Polk County
National recognition points to evidence-based care, newborn support and keeping high-quality maternity services close to home.
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Lakeland’s VISTE Sees Rising Senior Food Insecurity as Grocery Costs Continue to Climb
The Lakeland nonprofit is seeing more walk-ins, more anxiety and higher demand as older adults struggle to afford groceries.
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Polk County’s Food Relief Gears Up as SNAP Benefits Lapse
Up to 85,000 Polk County residents could lose access to grocery assistance.
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Free Bus Rides for LVIM Patients Now on Citrus Connection
Free Citrus Connection rides help remove a persistent obstacle to care, essentials and work across Polk County.
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The Benefits Cliff: Why a Raise Is Hurting One Full-Time Working Mom in Polk County
A Polk County Schools employee faces the “benefits cliff” after a modest raise, with food and transportation costs squeezing every paycheck.
