Information and resources from San Francisco State University for families of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth

Local office of the state health department

How to make an appointment at a local clinic

Services and support for those struggling with addiction, such as group meetings and a life management training program, based in Delray Beach

Domestic violence programs — services based in West Palm Beach for women who are victims, including counseling, support group, shelter, transportation, rental assistance, legal, help, food and clothing, child protection advocacy and educational workshops

Teen Outreach Program (TOP), a free development program to build self-esteem, confidence and goal-setting among middle and high school students

ACCESS Florida (Automated Community Connection to Economic Self Sufficiency) — application for food assistance, Medicaid and other government benefits

An organization that trains volunteers to become court-appointed advocates for children who have been abused, abandoned or neglected

In Loxahatchee

Special needs hotline

Justice services — violence prevention and support services, based in West Palm Beach, for at-risk adolescents and those involved in the juvenile justice system, including mentoring, the Intensive Home Detention Program and Back to a Future Youth Reentry Program

"A Citizen's Guide to Radon: The Guide to Protecting Yourself and Your Family from Radon" — answers questions about lung cancer risk, testing and fixing levels in a house

Breastfeeding Resource Center in Boynton Beach

An agency in West Palm Beach that provides gently used and new durable medical equipment to families in need

PBCEdu.org, a website with top-line data about Palm Beach County's educational resources

Foodsafety.gov — U.S. government website dedicated to information on food safety, food recalls and more

Unified Family Court — handles cases related to family issues, including injunctions, restraining orders, affidavits and more

Police Athletic League, known as PAL — builds partnerships with youth and the community through recreational and educational programs based in West Palm Beach

Community Action — distributes non-perishable food to low-income families on a regular basis

Hotline and online chat service to help teens prevent and end abusive relationships

Free civil legal assistance to seniors, people with disabilities and low-income people for issues involving housing, public benefits, consumer, education, migrants and more.

Nonprofit non-residential centers for at-risk middle- and high school-aged girls across Florida, including Palm Springs, encouraging a path away from the juvenile justice system

A collection of web-based tools and courses that uses extensive video footage to bridge the gap between science and community practice. The navigator was created by faculty and staff in the Autism Institute at the Florida State University College of Medicine. The website includes resources for families.

Support, guidance and programs based in Boca Raton to help children in foster care succeed academically

Baby line — Call for tours, support groups, and prenatal and maternity classes in Boynton Beach

Highridge Family Center — Residential treatment center in West Palm Beach offering a three-month weekday program for troubled youth ages 11 to 16

Quality Improvement programs — list of afterschool and out-of-school locations for children and youth

A variety of local support and services, including programs to fight hunger, decrease homelessness, help children graduate and assist children with special needs and support mentoring

Early Steps, early intervention services for children up to 36 months who have or are at risk for significant developmental disabilities or delays

"Starting the Conversation: College and Your Mental Health" — an informational guide with insight and advice about mental health during the transitional period of the college years

Early Head Start/Head Start — provides education to children up to age 5 whose families earn at or below federal poverty guidelines, or who meet other criteria. Also offers family services, disability assistance, and health and nutritional services.

Services, support and medical services, based in Delray Beach, for those coping with addiction

The New Life Center — maternity services in Loxahatchee

Find a Doctor — search by specialty or doctor's name to locate a local doctor (Note: This is not a complete list)

Milestone Tracker App — tracks children's milestones from 2 months to 5 years old with easy-to-use illustrated checklists and tips to encourage child development

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

Parent Infant Program — free early intervention, family centered programs for children up to age 5 with visual sensory loss in Palm Beach County, as well as Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin and Okeechobee counties

Summer Camp Scholarship Program — provides full tuition and fees for children in low-income families

Individual and family counseling

First Step to Success — in-home early intervention services for children up to age 5 with mild developmental delays

West of Boynton Beach

Free non-emergency medical and eye care to people without health insurance

A nonprofit organization, based in West Palm Beach, that fulfills residents' unmet needs for health care, dental care and social services at centers throughout Palm Beach County

Provides job placement, recruitment assistance and money for skills training. Centers in West Palm Beach and Belle Glade offer workshops for job search and career development.

Support services for people recovering from addiction, including a helpline

Kin Support Project — assistance for relatives raising children of extended family

Help Me Grow – information, guidance and developmental assessment of children up to age 8

Online poison checker that walks you through steps to see whether you or your child is at risk after eating or drinking a substance. A smartphone app is also available to download.