- Health
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute, one of the largest cancer centers in South Florida
Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute, one of the largest cancer centers in South Florida
Birthline/Lifeline — support and free pregnancy care at centers in Boynton Beach and West Palm Beach
A website dedicated to children's health, behavior and development, from The Nemours Center for Children's Health Media
This nonprofit center provides early education, family assistance, advocacy and other services to the Guatemalan Mayan community.
Community Action — distributes non-perishable food to low-income families on a regular basis
A grant-making foundation in West Palm Beach that supports health care-related projects in Palm Beach County
State Health Online Tracking System – free statewide, centralized immunization registry that helps parents, health-care providers and schools track immunization records
State-sponsored health and dental insurance for children through age 18
Manages 104 park properties spanning more than 8,500 acres, including 85 developed regional, district, community, beach and neighborhood parks
National advocacy to protect the civil rights of the LGBTQ community (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer)
Immunization van – monthly schedule of locations, such as school district sites, medical clinics and community centers
ACCESS Florida (Automated Community Connection to Economic Self Sufficiency) — application for food assistance, Medicaid and other government benefits
School health services — responsible for medical oversight, consultation and education for school health program staff
A subscriber-based, mobile text messaging service for parents and caregivers of children up to age 4, supported by the Florida Grade-Level Reading Campaign. Two to four messages per week include information about wellness, early childhood growth, education and developmental milestones. To enroll, complete a short form at the link below:
Provides free vaccines for children up to age 18 who qualify for eligibility through the Florida Department of Health
Treasure Coast Early Steps — child care and early intervention services for children with developmental delays
Center for Women & Children, a maternity center in Boynton Beach that offers prenatal classes and maternity care program
WIC — Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for eligible pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5 (For the Breastfeeding Warmline, call 561-398-0351)
Comprehensive health care offered on a sliding fee scale based on annual federal poverty limits
Special Needs Equipment Fund — money to purchase medical equipment for children with special needs, when no other funding is available, such as wheelchairs, strollers, bath and shower chairs
Office on Women's Health — information and resources for a variety of women's health and wellness issues, including a helpline
Youth Services — local services and support for children, including mental health, education, summer and other programs
Vaccine and immunization information, including schedules, a tracking system, lists, fact sheets, books
A program in partnership with Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County to optimize early brain development in children up to age 5, particularly those born into poverty, through interventions that place parents at the center of their children’s education
Hotline for poisoning emergencies or related information and resources in Florida
Lighthouse for the Blind of the Palm Beaches — provides education and rehabilitation for people with visual impairments and support to their caregivers, based in West Palm Beach
Health services for women and teens with centers throughout South Florida, including family planning and live chat service to address questions about pregnancy, birth control, emergency contraception, STDs and abortion
Mental health services in Palm Beach Gardens for families, specializing in play therapy for children who've experienced trauma
Teen Outreach Program (TOP), a free development program to build self-esteem, confidence and goal-setting among middle and high school students
National resource for families struggling with substance use, including their children
Foodsafety.gov — U.S. government website dedicated to information on food safety, food recalls and more
A network of minority health-care professionals providing health education programs, youth mentoring programs, speakers, health fairs and screenings in Palm Beach County, focusing on helping the underserved
Services, information and intervention related to eating disorders
The Birthing Center — maternity services and breastfeeding support
A national, privately funded website with information on substance-abuse addiction and rehabilitation, including how to find the best fit for treatments centers in your area
Four chapters throughout Palm Beach County provide free education, information and support to women who want to breastfeed
This counseling agency provides free Peer Support Groups for children, young adults, and adult caregivers after the death of a loved one. Groups are open to anyone who has lost a parent, sibling, grandparent, relative, or friend as a result of illness, accident, suicide, or homicide. Losses can be recent or in years past.
Fights hunger through four programs and supports nearly 200 partner agencies with food, resources and services; based in Lantana
Services and support for families facing serious illness or needing end-of-life care, including caregiver support and bereavement programs
HealthyChildren.org, a parenting website with children's health and development information, backed by 67,000 pediatricians
Recovery program for assessment and treatment for alcohol and substance abuse