Palm Beach County Community Services Department

Palm Beach County Community Services Department Our vision is to create a community where all residents of Palm Beach County have the resources and opportunities to achieve their full potential.

The Department of Community Services is comprised of three divisions and several independent programs. It provides staff and administrative support for various health and human service boards and community initiatives. The following divisions comprise the Department of Community Services:

Administration:
Manages the Financially Assisted Programs - Established in the 1980s, Palm Beach County uses

funds to provide financial assistance to community-based organizations. (http://www.pbcgov.com/communityservices/programs/financiallyassisted/)

Community Action Program: The Community Action Program is committed to vitalizing individuals, families and neighborhoods by rallying community resources and support around the most impoverished of our citizens. (http://www.pbcgov.com/communityservices/programs/communityaction/)

Senior & Veteran Services: goals are to administer comprehensive range of programs that provides social and emotional well-being to seniors and veterans living in Palm Beach County; to encourage independence; and to support seniors and their caregivers within the community with dignity and choice. Veteran Service officers connect with local veterans to assist with navigation of program eligibility, housing and economic resources, and as a supplement to Veteran Affairs. (http://www.pbcgov.com/communityservices/programs/seniorservices/)

Vocational Training & Education: Offering residents the opportunity to strengthen their ability to achieve economic self-sufficiency through their participation in educational, skills training and supportive services. Human & Veteran Services: To provide, serve, and educate eligible residents of Palm Beach County through case management, social services, advocacy and community linkage thereby empowering the individual/family to improve their quality of life. (http://www.pbcgov.com/communityservices/programs/humanservices/)

HIVES Program: Palm Beach County Department of Community Services contracts with local HIV/AIDS service providers to address the health care and service needs of people living with HIV disease and their families that live in Palm Beach County. (http://www.pbcgov.com/communityservices/programs/care/)

📅 Save the Date!Join the HIV CARE Council Annual Retreat and Data Presentation 2026 for a day of learning, collaboration...
06/08/2026

📅 Save the Date!

Join the HIV CARE Council Annual Retreat and Data Presentation 2026 for a day of learning, collaboration, and community engagement focused on the status of HIV in Palm Beach County.

Whether you're a healthcare provider, nonprofit partner, advocate, or community member, your voice and participation matter.

📍 Wellington Community Center
📅 July 17, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Register today:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/jb4khrn

📢 Join the BHSUCOD Advisory Committee MeetingCommunity members and stakeholders are invited to attend the upcoming Behav...
06/05/2026

📢 Join the BHSUCOD Advisory Committee Meeting

Community members and stakeholders are invited to attend the upcoming Behavioral Health, Substance Use, and Co-Occurring Disorders Advisory Committee Meeting. Attend in person or virtually to stay informed and engaged in important discussions impacting behavioral health services in Palm Beach County.

📅 June 11, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Vista Center
2300 Jog Rd., West Palm Beach, FL 33411 (Room 1E/60)

💻 Join virtually:
https://pbc-gov.webex.com/pbc-gov/j.php?MTID=m6aa2fd6ae0131bb9815cef32deb258f1

Meeting Number: 2302 599 2018
Meeting Password: 7jyWM3mwP3n

🌟 Join us for a free, community-focused event dedicated to education, collaboration, and action.The HIV CARE Council Ann...
06/04/2026

🌟 Join us for a free, community-focused event dedicated to education, collaboration, and action.

The HIV CARE Council Annual Retreat and Data Presentation will bring together community leaders, service providers, advocates, and residents to learn about the current status of HIV in Palm Beach County and explore opportunities to strengthen our collective response.

📅 Friday, July 17, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Wellington Community Center

🎟 Register here:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/jb4khrn

We look forward to connecting, learning, and working together to create a healthier Palm Beach County.

STOP SCROLLING!!!Are you positive that you’re negative?Think about that for a second...With rising diagnoses in the coun...
06/04/2026

STOP SCROLLING!!!

Are you positive that you’re negative?
Think about that for a second...

With rising diagnoses in the county, if you haven’t been tested, you don’t know.

And knowing your status is where prevention begins.

Here in Palm Beach County, we are taking action with our CTRL - HALT - DEL campaign ...

CTRL :: Control Risks - Empowering individuals to take charge of their health by reducing risks of HIV.

HALT :: Halt the Spread - Stopping the spread of HIV through care and treatment for persons with HIV.

DEL :: Delete Stigma - Erasing HIV stigma and disparities in health outcomes.

Testing connects you to answers.
Answers connect you to care.
Care connects you to control.

We are here to serve you and these resources are free ... please REACH OUT today - and share with friends and family ... we can even send a free test kit in the mail ... no excuses. Use this link: https://redcap.pbcgov.org/redcap/surveys/?s=M4TXKH8YHDN3TAYD

And Call 1-833-PBC-HIV1 (722-4481) or make an appointment with your doctor and find services near you today.

Every day, the Division of Senior and Veteran Services (DSVS) Case Management team does incredible work ensuring frail, ...
06/03/2026

Every day, the Division of Senior and Veteran Services (DSVS) Case Management team does incredible work ensuring frail, homebound seniors have the support they need to age safely at home. Last month, Case Managers Verna Edwards and Shatoria Everett, alongside Supervisor Amber Goodwin, went above and beyond to assist a senior in Belle Glade.
After a home-delivered meals driver reported that a client was struggling with personal care and home maintenance, the trio jumped into action. Verna conducted multiple home visits, coordinated chore and personal care services, and Amber and Shatoria tapped into community resources like the Sweet Dream Makers Program—which donated a brand-new queen bed, bedding, and pillows.
The team didn't just handle the logistics; Verna was on-site coordinating the setup and removal of old items. Thanks to their dedication, the client’s home environment and overall well-being have been transformed. We are incredibly proud to have Verna, Shatoria, and Amber on our team!

🗣️ Your voice matters.Join us for the BHSUCOD Advisory Committee Meeting to participate in conversations surrounding beh...
06/03/2026

🗣️ Your voice matters.

Join us for the BHSUCOD Advisory Committee Meeting to participate in conversations surrounding behavioral health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders in our community.

📅 Thursday, June 11, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Vista Center – Room 1E/60
💻 Virtual attendance available

🔗 Join the meeting online:
https://pbc-gov.webex.com/pbc-gov/j.php?MTID=m6aa2fd6ae0131bb9815cef32deb258f1

Together, we can continue building stronger systems of support and care for Palm Beach County residents.

📊 Prevention starts with education, and progress starts with evaluation.Join us for the final BHSUCOD Sub-Committee Meet...
06/03/2026

📊 Prevention starts with education, and progress starts with evaluation.

Join us for the final BHSUCOD Sub-Committee Meetings:

📅 June 3, 2026

🕐 Evaluation & Monitoring – 1:00 PM
Meeting ID: 850 5144 1685

🕒 Prevention & Education – 3:00 PM
Meeting ID: 864 5863 2148

Help support data-driven decisions and innovative strategies that promote healthier communities.

🔑 Passcode: 1234

📢 Registration is now open for the HIV CARE Council Annual Retreat and Data Presentation 2026!Join members, partners, no...
06/02/2026

📢 Registration is now open for the HIV CARE Council Annual Retreat and Data Presentation 2026!

Join members, partners, nonprofits, advocates, and community stakeholders as we review the status of HIV in Palm Beach County and discuss ongoing efforts to educate, prevent, and end the HIV epidemic.

📅 July 17, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Wellington Community Center
12150 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington

🎟 Register today:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/jb4khrn

Together, we can continue building a healthier future for our community.

📢 Get involved in shaping behavioral health and substance use services in Palm Beach County!The BHSUCOD Advisory Board i...
06/02/2026

📢 Get involved in shaping behavioral health and substance use services in Palm Beach County!

The BHSUCOD Advisory Board invites community members, providers, advocates, and stakeholders to participate in upcoming Sub-Committee Meetings. These meetings provide an opportunity to share ideas, discuss community needs, and support efforts that improve services for residents across Palm Beach County.

📅 June 1–3, 2026
💻 Virtual Meetings
🔑 Meeting Passcode: 1234

Your voice matters. Join the conversation and help build stronger systems of care for our community.

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