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10/10/2026

10/08/2026

October 8, 2026

DOH-Okaloosa will open Special Needs Shelter at Davidson Middle School in Crestview

The Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa (DOH-Okaloosa) will open a co-located Special Needs Shelter Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at Davidson Middle School, located at 6261 Old Bethel Road, Crestview, FL.

Special needs shelter is designed for people whose age, frailty, mobility, functional, and/or medical disability make them particularly vulnerable and at risk in disaster situations.

Individuals who have pre-existing condition(s) resulting in medical impairments and who have been able to maintain activities of daily living in a home environment prior to the disaster qualify for intake at the shelter.

Shelter attendees should bring a caregiver with them as the nursing staff at the shelter is limited. The nursing staff are there to assist should your medical needs exceed your caregiver’s medical training/knowledge. In addition to a caregiver shelter attendees should bring with them:

✅Picture ID
✅Bedding materials (pillow and blanket)
✅Food and water for themselves and caregivers
✅1 gallon per person per day for up to 7 days
✅Non-perishable food for up to 7 days
✅Medication/medical supplies for seven days
✅Toiletries (deodorant, toothbrush, etc.)
✅Clothes

Only service animals will be allowed into the shelter space. All other dogs and cats will be housed in the animal shelter portion of this location. You can learn more about the requirements of animals in the shelter at pet disaster preparedness here:
https://santarosa.fl.gov/404/Pet-Disaster-Preparation

More information about the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County here:
https://okaloosa.floridahealth.gov/

10/08/2026

🚐 NEED A RIDE TO AN EVACUATION SHELTER?

Matrix C.O.C. will try to assist those WITHOUT transportation. TEXT 850-409-5818 ASAP with:

• Head of household’s first and last name
• Full pickup address or exact location
• County and contact number

We will follow up to confirm transportation. Please use your own transportation if available. Do not post personal information in the comments.

Shelter locations, opening times, and pet information are in the graphic. Bring medications, bedding, toiletries, and essential supplies.

Special-needs registration:
📍 Walton: https://mywaltonfl.gov/1194/Special-Needs-Shelter-Registration
📍 Okaloosa guests must preregister: https://okaloosa.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/emergency-preparedness-and-response/special-needs-shelter-spns/

Please share to help us reach neighbors who need assistance. 💚

10/08/2026

With our area under a hurricane watch, now is the time to make sure your family has a plan.

If you or someone in your household has a disability, medical condition or other special need that may require assistance during an emergency, please take a few minutes to register with the Florida Special Needs Registry.

The registry helps local emergency management officials plan for individuals who may need additional assistance and provides important information about evacuation and sheltering options.

Register or update your information here:
https://snr.flhealthresponse.com

Please share this resource with other families who may need it. A little preparation now can make a big difference when an emergency happens.

Stay safe and prepared,
Beyond Disabilities Foundation

10/03/2026

BE at the Gulf Coast ABA Conference in New Orleans. 🩵

10/03/2026

A huge thank you to our Platinum Sponsor, Beyond Expectations - ABA Therapy and Counseling Services for supporting the 2026 Gulf Coast ABA Conference! Your partnership helps make this event possible, and we are so grateful for your continued support of our ABA community. 💙

10/02/2026

Our very own Megan was a presenter at this event. She is an amazing woman in science!

09/25/2026

Progress is so fun to watch! Crestview’s new clinic 🩵