is to engage, restore, and empower individuals in our community to reach their fullest potential.
The vision of Peace River Center is to be a center of excellence for building emotional wellness.
PRC will never deny services to anyone based on their inability to pay and will not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s race, color, sex, nations origin, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. PRC will provide discounts to patients based on family size and income.
Can be trusted by other team members to consistently communicate truthfully and honestly and to act in accordance with the best interests of the persons served, the team, and Peace River Center.
Believes in the intrinsic worth of all people and works to create a culture of inclusion built on trust, empathy and the philosophy of Recovery. Values and treats others with dignity.
Can be depended upon to accept responsibility for actions and decisions and to follow through. Readily admits mistakes and initiates steps to remedy them.
Maintains an optimistic and proactive attitude to ensure that products and services surpass expectations. Tries to do his/her best at all times and continually looks for innovative ways to do it even better.
Joins with colleagues to advance the interest of PRC customers, team members, and other stakeholders. Is a responsible and caring partner and can be counted upon to help.
Individuals Received Services in FY20
Our services are person-centered, trauma-informed, evidence-based, and culturally responsive. Our commitment to the well-being of our patients extends beyond the services we provide directly. We work in collaboration with other healthcare providers in each community to ensure patients’ total healthcare needs are met.
In February 2018, Peace River Center earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Behavioral Health Care Accreditation. This was the result of demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal of Approval® is a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to providing safe and effective care. PRC has been accredited by the Joint Commission since May of 1993.
Every three years, Peace River Center undergoes a rigorous onsite survey. During the review, compliance with behavioral health care standards related to several areas is evaluated. Those areas include care, treatment, and services; environment of care; leadership; and screening procedures for the early detection of imminent harm. Onsite observations and interviews are conducted. Staff from across the organization continuously work to develop and implement new strategies to improve care for those we serve.
We are also licensed by the State of Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration (AHCA) and the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF).
PRC is also a dual-certified center, providing survivors with sexual violence and domestic violence services. We are certified by the Florida Council Against Sexual Violence (FCASV). Our Victim Services programs undergo rigorous monitoring to ensure superior delivery of services, fiscal transparency, and adherence to domestic violence and sexual assault statutes.
Peace River Center (PRC) was founded in the late 1940s in response to the community’s concern for the emotional and psychological well-being of children. Over time, PRC gradually expanded its services to include adults. A significant growth period for the Center came after the 1973 passing of the Baker Act, which is Florida’s Mental Health Act, enabling them to establish a community mental health center as an alternative to treatment at the State Hospital. In the late 1970s, PRC opened the first of two domestic violence shelters, and in 2013 we added a primary care Wellness Clinic. Our Lakeland Crisis Campus opened in January 2018.
By supporting Peace River Center, you’ll be helping us make a positive impact in the lives of the people we serve. Whether it’s a small gift or some of your spare time, you’re contributing to our goal: to help build emotional wellness in our communities.
By supporting Peace River Center, you’ll be helping us make a positive impact in the lives of the people we serve. Whether it’s a small gift or some of your spare time, you’re contributing to our goal: to help build emotional wellness in our communities.
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Domestic Violence Polk County: 863.413.2700
Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 863.413.2707
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Domestic Violence Polk County: 863.413.2700
Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 863.413.2707
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