Osceola County · Emergency planning

How to Register for an Osceola County Special Needs Shelter and Transportation

Register annually before an emergency and document medical, mobility, shelter, and evacuation-transportation needs.

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

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Call the Osceola County Special Needs Program at 407-742-9001. The registry supports residents who may need special-needs sheltering or evacuation transportation during an emergency.

Osceola County Special Needs ProgramOsceola County Special Needs Program407-742-9001

Register before an emergency; Emergency Management 407-742-9000

Open registry instructions

What to have ready

  • Osceola County address and contact information
  • Medical conditions, equipment, power, medication, and assistance needs
  • Physician and utility information requested by the registry
  • Transportation, mobility device, caregiver, and service-animal details

Words you can use

“I need to register for Osceola County’s Special Needs Program and may need evacuation transportation. What paperwork and physician information must be completed?”

Steps in order

  1. 1

    Register before hurricane conditions and renew as directed.

  2. 2

    Complete the questionnaire and physician or utility letters that apply.

  3. 3

    Keep medical, equipment, caregiver, and transportation information current.

  4. 4

    Prepare medications, identification, supplies, and backup plans.

If the first answer is no or wait

Registration does not replace a personal emergency plan or hospital-level care. Call 407-742-0000 for activated hurricane information and 911 for immediate danger.

Official sources

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

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