Palm Beach

Division of Early Learning

The Division of Early Learning is called DEL for short. It is a division of the Florida Department of Education. This division works to provide early learning services for children.

Programs Include:

  • Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R)
  • School Readiness (SR)
  • Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)

Utility Bill Assistance - Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly

The Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program is known as EHEAP for short. It is offered by the Department of Elder Affairs which helps low-income households with at least one person age 60 and older. The help is for emergency energy related costs during the year. The payments are made directly to the vendor. Or by a two-party check to the vendor and client. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

Pet Friendly Shelter - Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control

This agency offers pet-friendly shelter. It is available during storm season in the event of a storm or other natural disaster. Pre-registration opens every year on the first of May. The shelter is only for those who live in a mandatory evacuation zone or mobile home. It is also for those who live in sub-standard housing. Proof of county residency must be shown to use the shelter. The shelter is not for humans. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Palm Beach County Public Safety - Animal Care and Control

This agency is a part of the Palm Beach County government. It is the only municipal shelter in the county. Staff works to make sure companion animals are protected. They also provide education and support to humans who care for the animals.

Services Offered:

  • Belle Glade/Pahokee Resident Clinic Services
  • Giving up Your Pet
  • Humane Education Program
  • Lost & Found
  • Pet Friendly Shelter
  • Rabies Vaccination and Microchipping
  • Spay/Neuter Program

The Lord's Place

This group is a nonprofit. It is not affiliated with a particular religious group. The group provides services to those in need.

Services Include:

  • Advocacy
  • Cafe Joshua
  • Clinical & Care Coordination
  • Community Engagement Services
  • Employment & Training
  • Graduate Housing
  • Reentry Program
  • Supportive Housing