Bridges Community Support Services, Inc.
Our mission is to ensure every individual has access to safe housing, stable income, meaningful work, quality medical and social services, education, and personal support equal to that of all citizens and tailored to meet their unique needs and goals.
About Bridges Community Support Services, Inc
Founded in 2014, Bridges Community Support Services, Inc is dedicated to helping individuals across Central Florida overcome mental health challenges and life barriers with a compassionate and community-based mental health center. Through mental and behavioral health services, housing assistance, advocacy, and wraparound care, our mission is to help every person build a safer, healthier, and more independent future.
In 2015, we expanded that mission by launching SHIP (Supporting Housing Individual Program), our nonprofit initiative that brings together community members, volunteers, and donors to help more individuals build healthier and more independent lives.
Mental Health Services in Central Florida That Start With Listening
Here are the following mental health services we provide across Central Florida
Transitional Psychiatric Discharge
Supporting a safe transition after psychiatric hospitalization.
Clinical Assessments
Comprehensive evaluations to understand your unique care needs.
Medication Management
Monitoring medications for safe and effective mental health treatment.
Individual & Family Counseling
Customized counseling that strengthens individuals and families together.
Trauma Support Groups
Safe group support for healing from traumatic experiences.
Peer Support Services
Guidance from peers with shared lived experiences.
Psychosocial Rehabilitation
Building daily living skills for greater independence and confidence.
Targeted Case Management
Connecting you with services, resources, and ongoing support.
Support & Advocacy
Helping you navigate challenges and access community resources.
Housing Assistance
Helping individuals access stable housing while coordinating essential support services.
Mobile Crisis Unit
Immediate care intervention and support during behavioral health emergencies.
Why Choose Us
Healing isn’t something you should have to figure out on your own. Our team believes recovery happens through relationships built on kindness, respect, and consistency. That’s why we take the time to know you as a person, not just the challenges you’re facing.
Here’s what sets us apart,
- We listen first because every story deserves to be heard.
- You're treated with dignity, compassion, and genuine respect.
- We stay by your side through every step of recovery.
- Our support goes beyond care by helping rebuild lives.
- We believe everyone deserves hope, stability, and a fresh start.
Insurance Programs We Accept
Everyone deserves access to the care they need, and we’re here to make the process easier. Bridges Community Support Services, Inc accepts Medicaid and several Medicaid Managed Care plans, including Sunshine Health, Simply Healthcare, Aetna Better Health, Humana Healthy Horizons, Molina Healthcare, and Carelon Behavioral Health. If you’re unsure about your coverage, simply reach out to our team. We’ll gladly verify your benefits, answer your questions, and help you understand your options before you begin.
Meet Our Founder Omusi Ranger
For Omusi Ranger, helping others has always been more than a career. She founded Bridges Community Support Services, Inc to make compassionate mental healthcare services in Central Florida, accessible to people facing mental health challenges, homelessness, substance use disorders, and other life barriers.
With degrees in Sociology and Human Services & Family Counseling, Omusi leads BCSS with empathy and purpose, believing that true support goes beyond appointments by helping people find stability, reconnect with their communities, and build a healthier, more hopeful future.
You're Not Alone in This Journey
Healing begins with one conversation. Let us help you build a healthier future, one step at a time
Orlando Office
Rockledge Office
Frequently Asked Questions
What services does BCSS provide?
Bridges Community Support Services, Inc provides a variety of community-based behavioral health services, including Psychiatric Medication Management, Clinical Assessments, Individual and Family Counseling, Targeted Case Management (TCM), Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR), Peer Support, Housing Assistance, Transitional Psychiatric Discharge Support, and other services designed to help individuals achieve stability, independence, and improved mental wellness
Do I need a referral?
While referrals are accepted from medical professionals, hospital facilities, community organizations, or relatives, they are not mandatory. Individuals can reach out to BCSS independently to explore service options and initiate the intake journey.
What insurance plans do you accept?
BCSS accepts Medicaid and several Medicaid Managed Care plans, including Sunshine Health, Simply Healthcare, Aetna Better Health, Humana Healthy Horizons, Molina Healthcare, and Carelon Behavioral Health. If you’re unsure whether your insurance is accepted, please contact our office and we’ll be happy to verify your benefits.
Where are your offices located?
BCSS proudly serves Central Florida from two convenient locations:
Orlando Office
5222 Andrus Avenue, Suite C
Orlando, FL 32810
Rockledge Office
566 Barton Boulevard, Suite 5
Rockledge, FL 32955
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule an appointment by calling our office at (407) 745-5022 or by emailing our referral team at referral@bcssorlando.org. Our staff will guide you through the intake process and help determine which services best meet your needs
What are your office hours?
Our offices are open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.