Community Services

2-1-1 Broward 
A live, 24-hour helpline, providing all people with crisis, health and human services support, and connecting them to resources in our community.

3-1-1 Call Center​
Provides a single point of contact for the services and programs offered by the more than 60 agencies comprising Broward County government. For emergencies, call 911. 

ARC Broward – Achievement & Rehabilitative Centers
A nationally accredited, private, not-for-profit organization providing services and employment to children and adults with autism, Down’s syndrome, and other developmental disabilities, as well as those with various life challenges.

• Achievement & Rehabilitation Centers, Inc.
  10250 Northwest 53 Street, Sunrise, FL 33351
  954-746-9400 TTY/TDD: 954-577-4101
   

​Area Agency on Aging of Browa​​rd County​
Plans, develops, coordinates, and evaluates programs; funds services; and is the prime advocate for residents of Broward County, Florida, 60 years of age or older.  The AAA also operates the Aging and Disability Resource Center which is your one-stop source of information regarding services in Broward County, Florida, for seniors, pe​​rsons with disabilities, ages 18 and over, their families, and caregivers.

• ​Broward County Resource Directory Booklet​
   

​Broward County Public Schools
The sixth largest and largest fully accredited K-12 and adult school system in the country. With 232 traditional schools and centers, 76 charter schools and a virtual school serving elementary, middle and high school students, there are students from 173 different countries speaking 53 different languages.

• Broward County Public Schools
  600 Southeast Third Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
  754-321-0000

Children’s Service Council
Provides the leadership, advocacy and resources necessary to enhance children's lives and empower them to become responsible, productive adults, through collaborative planning and funding of a continuum of quality care.

• Children's Services Council of Broward County
  6600 West Commercial Boulevard, Lauderhill, FL 33319
  954-377-1000 or 954-377-1683

Family Success Centers (Broward County)
A one-stop source of social services information, referrals and services to assist individuals and families in setting goals, learning skills and accessing the services they need to build a healthier and self-sufficient family unit. Working with on-site community partners, the Centers provide the following services:

• Integrated Intake, Assessment and Case Management
• Self-Sufficiency Case Management/Ladder to Success, Individual, Family and Group Counseling
• Rent/Mortgage and Utility Assistance
• Life Skills Classes 

Florida Commission on Human Relations
Prevents unlawful discrimination by ensuring people in Florida are treated fairly and are given access to opportunities in employment, housing and certain public accommodations; and to promote mutual respect among groups through education and partnerships. 

• Florida Commission on Human Relations
  2009 Apalachee Parkway, Suite 100, Tallahassee, FL 32301
  850-488-7082 Toll free: 800-342-8170 The Florida Relay Voice (statewide) 711

Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)​
Offers programs to help Florida families, including SNAP (formerly Food Stamp Program), Adult Services, and Child Care. 

Hispanic Unity of Florida
Serve immigrants of varying ethnicities and their families through job skills development and placement, basic legal status assistance, acculturation programs, language education, and a preventative health and outreach network. Main Number: 954-964-8884 ext. 216 or
info@hispanicunity.org

Lighthouse of Broward
Provides resources for the visually impaired in Broward County including, specialized rehabilitation, life skills training, and employment opportunities to enhance the independence, productivity, and dignity of children and adults who are blind or visually impaired.
 

• Lighthouse of Broward
  650 N Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311954-463-4217​

Urban League of Broward​
Assists African-Americans and disenfranchised groups in the achievement of social and economic equality by providing programs which assist with jobs, housing, health and education. 

• Community Empowerment Center
  560 NW 27th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
  954-584-0777

USA.gov - US Government services and information for a wide variety of topics including disability services, education, housing and legal matters. ​​

CareerSource Broward
Their goal is to assist you with your job search or lead you to information to help you gain the skills to conduct a search. Visit one of their three locations for workshops, use of equipment or face-to-face counseling: 

• North Center - 4941 Coconut Creek Parkway, Coconut Creek, FL 33063, 954-969-3541
• Central Center - 2610 West Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311, 954-677-5555
• South Center - 7550 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL 33024, 954-967-1010

Community Schools - Broward
Community Schools, an entity of Broward Public Schools, are designed to meet the educational, social, cultural, and lifelong learning goals of people of all ages. A multitude of classes are offered at 20 different locations. Contact: 754-321-7600.

Employ Florida
Find a job in Florida, create a résumé, get reemployment assistance and education/training. Contact: 1-866-FLA-2345 or 1-866-352-2345
 

Head Start Program - Broward County
Administered by the School Board of Broward County. This program is for families with children under the age of three and pregnant women. Services include appropriate infant-toddler activities, comprehensive health care, nutrition, education, and social services for young children and their families. 

• Head Start/Early Head Start PreK-2 Department
  Kathleen C. Wright Administration Building, 6th Floor
  600 Southeast Third Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
  754-321-1961 – Head Start
  754-321-1959 – Early Head Start

Hispanic Unity of Florida
Serves immigrants and their families from varying ethnicities through job skills development and placement, basic legal status assistance, acculturation programs, language education, and a preventative health and outreach network. Contact: 954-964-8884 ext. 216 or info@hispanicunity.org​.

SNAP and SUNCAP Programs (Nutritional support)
SNAP provides nutritional support for low-income seniors, people with disabilities living on fixed incomes, and other individuals and families with low incomes.​ The SUNCAP Program is a special Food Assistance Program for individuals who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).  

• Apply - Eligible students receive this meal benefit at both breakfast and lunch each school day. Each year an application should be submitted. Your child’s application is only valid for one school year. 

Feeding South Florida
A not-for-profit organization, empowers other South Florida not-for-profit organizations to assist people in need and improve their lives. We provide food and other grocery products; and educate and engage our community to fight hunger and poverty. Location: 2501 SW 32 Terrace, Pembroke Park, FL 33023. Contact: 954-518-1818 or contact@feedingsouthflorida.org
 

Meals On Wheels - Broward
Offers emergency food services to seniors returning from the hospital and grocery shopping volunteers. Donations are accepted. Location: 451 North State Road 7, Plantation, FL 33317 

• Meals on Wheels, Broward - in Espanol
  Por favor regrese aquí pronto, o llame al 954-714-6922 para obtener más información sobre nuestros servicios.
   
• Meals on Wheels, Broward - in Creole
  Pou nou ka jouin information sous program avec service BMOW en Creole rele nan numero sa 954-714-6947. Merci

WIC (Women, Infants and Children)​
A nutrition program that provides healthy foods for you, your infant, and your child, plus helpful nutrition information – all at no cost for those who qualify. WIC also offers breastfeeding support and referrals to health care, immunizations and other community services. There are seven offices in Broward County. Contact: 954-767-5110 or 954-767-5111

Florida Department of Health in Broward County
Promotes, protects and improves the health of all people in Broward County. Location:  780 Southwest 24th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315.  Call for appointments only 954-467-4700. 

Includes:

• Dental Health (Children/Adu​lts)
  For dental clinic services and locations visit website or call 954-467-4700 Ext 5174​​ 
   
• Clinical and Nutrition Services
   
• Family Planning Services
  Family planning counseling, birth control, tubal ligation, HIV and STD testing, screenings and other services are offered at the Edgar Mills Health Center, 900 NW 31st Ave​nue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311. 954-467-4705 (appointments).
   

Florida KidCare
Offers affordable, low-cost health insurance for the uninsured children of Florida. No interview required, just fill out and mail the easy, one-page application and we will tell you if your child is eligible. Contact: 954-INSURES or 954-467-8737.

Health Requirements for School Entry
Visit website for requirements of school entry examinations, immunizations, school health programs and other requirements.

Mammograms and Pap Screenings
The Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program offers free mammograms and pap screenings to eligible women at numerous locations of the Department and community partners. Contact: 954-762-3649.

Refugee Health Screening Program and Immigration Medical Examination
Applicants for adjustment of status to permanent resident are typically required to have a medical examination. Health screenings and immunizations for persons with refugee status.

WIC (Women, Infants and Children)
A nutrition program that provides healthy foods for you, your infant, and your child, plus helpful nutrition information – all at no cost for those who qualify. WIC also offers breastfeeding support and referrals to health care, immunizations and other community services. There are seven offices in Broward County view Locations. Contact: 954-767-5110 or 954-767-5111.

Florida Commission on Human Relations
The mission of the Commission is to prevent unlawful discrimination by ensuring people in Florida are treated fairly and are given access to opportunities in employment, housing and certain public accommodations; and to promote mutual respect among groups through education and partnerships. The members of the Commission must broadly represent various racial, religious, ethnic, social, economic, political and professional groups within the state. At least one member of the Commission must be 60 years of age or older. Location: 2009 Apalachee Parkway, Suite 100, Tallahassee, FL 32301. Contact:  850-488-7082, 800-342-8170 The Florida Relay Voice (statewide) 711.
 
FIAC (Florida Immigrant Advocacy Center)
A not-for-profit legal assistance organization dedicated to protecting and promoting the basic human rights of immigrants of all nationalities. Location: 3000 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 400, Miami, FL 33137. Contact: 305-573-1106.
 
Hispanic Unity of Florida
Serves immigrants and their families from varying ethnicities through job skills development and placement, basic legal status assistance, acculturation programs, language education, and a preventative health and outreach network. Contact: 954-964-8884 ext. 216 or info@hispanicunity.org.
 
Social Security Office
Contact: 1-800-772-1213 TTY: 1-800-325-0778. 

• 3201 West Commercial Boulevard, Suite 100, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
• 8501 West Sunrise Boulevard, Suite 100, Plantation, FL 33322
• 500 North Hiatus Road, 2nd floor, Pembroke Pines, FL 33026

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services​
Learn about the tools and resources available to become a U.S. citizen. 

Florida Drivers License
Customer Service Center: 850-617-2000 or automated information: 850-617-2000. For locations, select the county: Broward | Dade | Palm Beach

Transit - Broward County
Provides information on bus fares, routes maps, fares and passes.
 

Transportation Options Program (TOPS) - Broward County
Broward County provides shared-ride, door-to-door transportation programs for individuals who are prohibited from using the Broward County Transit (BCT) fixed-route bus service due to physical and/or mental disabilities. 

Transportation websites: 

• American Public Transportation Association (APTA)
• Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
• Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)
• Florida Public Transit Association (FPTA)
• Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)
• Miami-Dade Transit
• Palm Beach County's Palm Tran
• South Florida Commuter Services (SFCS)
• South Florida Education Center (SFEC)
• Sun Trolley
• Tri-Rail​
• Brightline​

Affordable Internet Service from Comcast
Programs available for eligible low-income families, seniors and Community College students. Parents who wish to enroll in the program please call 1-855-846-8376, for Spanish, 1-855-765-6995. 

Affordable Laptop/Desktop Computer Program from Comcast
Once you are an Internet Essentials customer, you have the option to purchase a laptop or desktop computer at a discounted price. 

Florida's Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program​
Assists eligible low-income Florida households in meeting the costs of home heating and cooling. The majority of the funds are used for utility payment assistance.
 

Human Services - Broward County
​Enhancing the lives of Broward County residents through innovative and integrated health and human services programs. Contact: 954-357-6385. 

Broward Housing and Urban Planning Division
Broward County Housing and Urban Planning offers programs to assist first-time homebuyers or current homeowners who need minor home repairs or help with reducing their home loan payments.
 

Broward Housing Council
The Broward Housing Council (BHC) serves in an advisory capacity to the County Commission and facilitated coordination between the County, municipalities, the business com​munity, and not-for-profit groups. The BHC addresses housing issues including, but not limited to: affordable housing, workforce housing, and homelessness. 

​Family Success Centers
The four Family Success Centers located throughout the County are one-stop resources for assisting individuals and families in setting goals, learning skills, and accessing the services they need to become financially stable.

• Homeless Help​line - ​Please call (954) 563-HELP (4357)
   

​Homelessness - ​Broward County residents who do not have a permanent home or place of safety to reside are especially vulnerable during emergencies, such as a hurricane. When a Hurricane Warning is announced, the Homeless Helpline 954-563-HELP (4357), provides information and referral for homeless services in Broward County, including assistance in finding shelter, support services, or programs for individuals or families who are homeless or on the verge of being homeless.
 

​​Housing Authority (Broward County)
HUD-certified housing counseling agency providing housing related services such as first time buyer information, mortgage counseling and foreclosure prevention.
 

Housing Finance and Community Development (HFA)
Access to Broward County homeowner programs, home buyer programs housing resources and more.