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How to Register for Lee County Special Medical Needs Shelter and Transportation

Register before an emergency and give complete medical, equipment, caregiver, and transportation details.

Researched by Claire Szewczyk · Sources checked August 9, 2026
Quick answer

Start here

Complete Lee County’s Special Medical Needs Program application or call Emergency Management at 239-533-0640. Registration helps the county plan for medical sheltering and evacuation transportation but does not replace current activation instructions.

Lee County Special Medical Needs ProgramLee County Special Medical Needs Program239-533-0640

Register before an emergency; confirm activation instructions during a storm

Open the special-needs application

What to have ready

  • Lee County address and contact information
  • Medical conditions, medications, equipment, oxygen, and electricity needs
  • Mobility device, caregiver, service animal, and emergency contacts
  • Transportation need and pickup details

Words you can use

“I need to register or update Lee County special medical needs information and may need evacuation transportation. What should be completed now, and how will activation be confirmed?”

Steps in order

  1. 1

    Register before storm conditions.

  2. 2

    Provide complete medical, equipment, caregiver, and transportation information.

  3. 3

    Prepare medications, identification, supplies, and caregiver plans.

  4. 4

    Follow Lee County evacuation and pickup instructions during activation.

If the first answer is no or wait

Call 239-533-0640 if the application is unclear. Registration does not replace calling 911 for immediate danger or a medical emergency.

Official sources

Sources checked August 9, 2026. Confirm eligibility, hours, cost, service area, and current availability directly.

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