Lynette Herbert has been selected as the health officer and administrator of the Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County.
Special Needs Shelters
Provides transportation and sheltering for Sarasota County residents who have mental or physical limitations or disabilities and have no other option for evacuation planning in the event of a disaster such as a hurricane.
Recent Sarasota County News
View all county news
Tests completed on Monday, August 17, indicate that the water quality at North Lido Beach shows an acceptable level of Enterococcus bacteria established by state guidelines.
Upcoming Sarasota County Events
View all county events
Aug
27
Car Seat Safety Distribution Class
August 27, 2026, at 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
William L. Little Health and Human Services Center
Aug
31
ABCs of Balance
August 31, 2026, at 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Casa Santa Marta
Sep
8
A Matter of Balance
September 8, 2026, at 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Church of the Holy Spirit