Broward County Resource
Sex Offender One Stop Resource
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
954-746-9400Â TTY/TDD:Â 954-577-4101
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Broward County 2-1-1 Hotline
Simply dial 2-1-1 for assistance. It’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and you’ll be directed to the nearest emergency food or social service agency in your area.
Broward County – Family Success Centers
Family Success Centers are 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 stronger, healthier and self-sufficient family unit.
Family Success for locations and more information.
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
Broward County Public Schools
Broward County Public School System is 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
To provide 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
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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.
Florida Commission on Human Relations
2009 Apalachee Parkway, Suite 100, Tallahassee, FLÂ 32301
850-488-7082Â Â Toll free:Â 800-342-8170Â Â The Florida Relay Voice (statewide)Â 711
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Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)
| ACCESS / Food Assistance (Food Stamps or SNAP), Medicaid Eligibility, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF cash assistance), Customer Call Center |
Civil State Mental Health Treatment Facilities |
| Adoption | Domestic Violence |
| Adult Mental Health | Foster Care |
| Adult Protective Services | Homelessness |
| Child Care Licensing & Training (including any payment processing problems) |
Independent Living |
| Child Protective Investigations | Refugee |
| Childrens Mental Health | Substance Abuse |
| Children Who Need Help – What Can I Do |
Hispanic Unity of Florida
The purpose of Hispanic Unity of Florida is to serve immigrants of varying ethnicities and their families. Hispanic Unity of Florida serves clients through job skills development and placement, basic legal status assistance, acculturation programs, language education, and a preventative health and outreach network.
Main Number:Â 954-964-8884 ext. 216Â or info@hispanicunity.org
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Urban League of Broward
To assist African-Americans and disenfranchised groups in the achievement of social and economic equality by providing programs which assist with jobs, housing, health and education.
- Family Success Center: 954-625-2570
- GED and Job Training:Â 954-625-2570
- Housing and Financial Literacy:Â 954-625-2573
- Individual Development Accounts (IDA):Â 954-625-2577
- Mentoring and Volunteering:Â 954-625-2589
- National Achievers Society:Â 954-625-2549
- Youth Development and Education programs: 954-625-2509
- Young Professionals Network:Â 954-584-0777
Administrative Office
11 Northwest 36th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FLÂ 33311
954-584-0777 Â Fax: 954-584-4413Employment & Training Office/Family Success Center
3521 West Broward Boulevard, Suite 201, Fort Lauderdale, FLÂ 33312
954-625-2570Â Â Fax: 954-321-2276
| Â Children & Families |
Broward County – Family Success Centers
Family Success Centers are 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 stronger, 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
For more information on the services provided and on the 5 locations, Family Success.
Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)
| ACCESS / Food Assistance (Food Stamps or SNAP), Medicaid Eligibility, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF cash assistance), Customer Call Center |
Civil State Mental Health Treatment Facilities |
| Adoption | Domestic Violence |
| Adult Mental Health | Foster Care |
| Adult Protective Services | Homelessness |
| Child Care Licensing & Training (including any payment processing problems) |
Independent Living |
| Child Protective Investigations | Refugee |
| Childrens Mental Health | Substance Abuse |
| Children Who Need Help – What Can I Do |
WICÂ (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 6 offices in Broward County. View Locations
954-767-5110 or 954-767-5111
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| Â Education/Employment |
Broward County Head Start Program
Administered by the School Board of Broward County. Early Head Start is a program for families with children under the age of three and pregnant women. The program objectives are accomplished through services that 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
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Broward Community Schools is an entity of Broward County Public Schools.
Welcome to your Broward Community Schools (BCS), where a world of opportunity awaits you to Expand Your Mind and Your Future. As part of the Broward County Public School system, your Community 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.
754-321-7600
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CareerSource Broward
CareerSource Broward’s goal is to assist you with your job search or lead you to information to help you gain the skills to conduct a search. View Website.
There are three Career Centers you can visit for workshops, use of equipment or face-to-face counseling.
North Center – 2301 West Sample Road, Building 4, Suite 7-A, Pompano Beach, FL 33073
954-969-3541Central Center – 2610 West Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
954-677-5555South Center –Â 7550 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FLÂ 33024
954-967-1010
Employ Florida
For more information (toll free): 1-866-FLA-2345 or 1-866-352-2345
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Hispanic Unity of Florida
The purpose of Hispanic Unity of Florida is to serve immigrants and their families from varying ethnicities. Hispanic Unity of Florida serves clients through job skills development and placement, basic legal status assistance, acculturation programs, language education, and a preventative health and outreach network.
Main Number:Â 954-964-8884 ext. 216 or info@hispanicunity.org
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Offers Emergency Food Services to Seniors returning from the hospital and grocery shopping volunteers. Donations are accepted.
451 North State Road 7, Plantation, FL 33317
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Broward Meals on Wheels in Espanol
Por favor regrese aquà pronto, o llame al 954-714-6922 para obtener más información sobre nuestros servicios.
Broward Meals on Wheels in Creole:
Pou nou ka jouin information sous program avec service BMOW en Creole rele nan numero sa 954-714-6947. Merci
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.
2501 Southwest 32 Terrace, Pembroke Park, FL 33023, 954-518-1818
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Florida Department of Children and Families – ACCESS
The ACCESS Florida Program is responsible for public assistance eligibility determination and ongoing case management ofFood Assistance, Temporary Cash Assistance and Medicaid.
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Florida Food Stamp and SUNCAP Program
Special food stamp program for people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI). If you get food stamp benefits through SUNCAP, you may not need to complete any additional application, paperwork or interviews.
Application forms area available in:Â English, Spanish, Haitian, Portuguese & Chinese.
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Food and Nutrition Services
Broward County Public Schools offer children who qualify, well-balanced nutritious meals at a low cost.
Free & Reduced Price Meals – The United States Department of Agriculture provides free or reduced price meals to children whose families meet income requirements. This helps assure that all children have access to nutritious food during the school day. Eligible students receive this meal benefit at both breakfast and lunch each school day.
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Million Meals Committee
In support of Broward County food banks and social service feeding programs to ensure no empty plates. For immediate assistance, please call the Broward County Hotline 2-2-1.
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SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
It’s the food assistance program formerly known as Food Stamps. SNAP provides a means for low-income individuals and families to buy nutritious food.
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For more information on SNAP, Feeding South Florida’s SNAP Centers, or the application process contact:
Sheila Grant, SNAP Coordinator
954-518-1857 or by email at sgrant@feedingsouthflorida.org.
Hours of Operation:
Miami Location
5850 Northwest 32nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33142, 305-633-9861
Thursday from 8:30 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m.Broward Location
2501 Southwest 32 Terrace, Pembroke Park, FL 33023, 954-518-1857
Monday through Friday from 8:30 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m.
SNAP can also be accessed through the United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (USDA) website.
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 6 offices in Broward County. View Locations
954-767-5110 or 954-767-5111
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| Â Health & Medical Services |
Florida Department of Health in Broward County: Promote, protect and improve the health of all people in Broward County.
780 Southwest 24 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315, 954-467-4700
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Includes:
- Dental Health (Children/Adults)Â Â Â
For Dental Clinic locations, please visit website.
954-467-4700 Ext 5176 - Health Services
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The Broward County Health Department provides the following health services:
Immigration Medical Examination
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Applicants for adjustment of status to permanent resident are in many cases required to have a medical examination.Broward County Health Department – Fort Lauderdale Health Center
2421 Southwest 6th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
954-467-4705 (Appointment only)Refugee Health Screening Program
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Health screenings and immunizations to persons with refugee status.
Broward County Health Department – Fort Lauderdale Health Center
2421Â Southwest 6th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
954-467-4700 Ext 4550 or 4552 (Appointment only)School Health Physical Examination
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Health screenings and immunizations to persons with refugee status.
There are 3 locations to obtain a school health physical examination – Ft. Lauderdale, Pompano & Sunrise. 954-467-4705 (Appointment only)Florida KidCareÂ
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.
954-INSURES or 954-467-8737
View WebsiteWIC (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 6 offices in Broward County. View Locations
954-767-5110 or 954-767-5111
View Website
- Health Requirements for School Entry
View Website for requirements of school entry examinations, immunizations, school health programs and other requirements. - Florida Department of Health
Access health services in your community.
View Website
| Â Immigration |
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.
2009 Apalachee Parkway, Suite 100, Tallahassee, FLÂ 32301
850-488-7082Â Â Toll free:Â 800-342-8170Â Â The Florida Relay Voice (statewide) 711
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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.
3000 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 400, Miami, FL 33137
305-573-1106
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Hispanic Unity of Florida
The purpose of Hispanic Unity of Florida is to serve immigrants and their families from varying ethnicities. Hispanic Unity of Florida serves clients through job skills development and placement, basic legal status assistance, acculturation programs, language education, and a preventative health and outreach network.
Main Number:Â 954-964-8884 ext. 216Â or info@hispanicunity.org
View Website
Social Security Office
For more information (toll free):Â 1-800-772-1213Â TTY: 1-800-325-0778
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Social Security
Suite 100, 3201 West Commercial Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309Social Security
Suite 100, 8501Â West Sunrise Boulevard, Plantation, FL 33322Social Security
2nd Floor, 500 North Hiatus Road, Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
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Florida Drivers License
Customer Service Center: 850-617-2000 or Automated information: 850-617-2000
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For locations, select the county:  Broward | Dade | Palm Beach
Broward County Transit
Provides information on bus fares, routes maps, fares and passes.
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Click on the following for more information on transportation:
- American Public Transportation Association (APTA)
- Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
- Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)
- Florida Public Transit Association
- Metropolitan Planning Organization
- Miami-Dade Transit
- Palm Tran
- South Florida Commuter Services
- South Florida Education Center (TMA)
- Sun Trolley (TMA)
- Tri-Rail
| Â Utilities/Internet |
Low-Cost Internet Service
Broward County Public Schools partners with Comcast EssentialsSM
Available to low-income families living in Comcast’s service areas with children receiving free lunches under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), the goal of Internet Essentials is to help more American families benefit from all the Internet has to offer.
Parents who wish to enroll in the program can call 1-855-846-8376, for Spanish, 1-855-765-6995.
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Florida’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
To assist 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.
Broward County Department of Human Services
Community Action Agency
954-497-1350
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