Area Agency on Aging of Broward County

Hiatus Road Location

5300 Hiatus Road, Sunrise, FL, 33351

6 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 745-9567

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.adrcbroward.org

Description: Provides planning, coordinating, and funding programs and services benefiting individals multiple needs year-round.

Description: Provides planning, coordinating, and funding programs and services benefiting individals multiple needs year-round.

County Courthouse Locations

North Pine Island Road Location

100 North Pine Island Road, Plantation, FL, 33324

8 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 831-6565

Website

 http://www.17th.flcourts.org

Description: Provides a circuit court that handles felonies, family matters, juvenile cases, probate and mental health.

Description: Provides a circuit court that handles felonies, family matters, juvenile cases, probate and mental health.

LGBT HealthLink

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33307

5 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 765-6024

Website

 http://www.lgbtcenters.org

Description: Increases the capacity and capabilities of public and private organizations at the national, state, and local levels by providing practices, tailored technical assistance, facilitating community-clinical linkages, and providing resources.

Description: Increases the capacity and capabilities of public and private organizations at the national, state, and local levels by providing practices, tailored technical assistance, facilitating community-clinical linkages, and providing resources.

Information and Referral for Fire Victims

Coral Springs Drive Location

2801 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs, FL, 33065

9 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 344-5934

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Website

 http://www.coralsprings.org

Description: Provides residents with information, referral, and assistance in disaster situations caused by fire.

Description: Provides residents with information, referral, and assistance in disaster situations caused by fire.

Advocacy

Rock Island Road Location - Suite 947

957 Rock Island Road, Suite 947, North Lauderdale, FL, 33068

9 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 253-8222

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.everymothersadvocate.org

Description: Provides a court-approved, prevention program that allows at-risk moms in crisis to preserve their families. Offers case management and advocacy, providing individualized and comprehensive support services.

Description: Provides a court-approved, prevention program that allows at-risk moms in crisis to preserve their families. Offers case management and advocacy, providing individualized and comprehensive support services.

Florida Developmental Disabilities Council

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33351

6 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 580-7801

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.fddc.org

Description: Provides education, awareness, policymaking, employment, and prevention.

Description: Provides education, awareness, policymaking, employment, and prevention.

NAACP

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33324

8 Miles—Get Directions

(877) 622-2798

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.naacp.org

Description: Ensures that political, educational, social, and economic equality are available to all citizens.

Description: Ensures that political, educational, social, and economic equality are available to all citizens.

Support Group - Broward

Southwest 9th Avenue Location

1480 Southwest 9th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33313

9 Miles—Get Directions

(561) 212-3027

Website

 https://www.facebook.com/PFLAGFTL/

Description: Provides support group meetings locally for people who are LGBTQ, their families, friends, and allies to share their fears and frustrations. Also advocates for equal rights for people who are LGBTQ.

Description: Provides support group meetings locally for people who are LGBTQ, their families, friends, and allies to share their fears and frustrations. Also advocates for equal rights for people who are LGBTQ.

Agency for Persons with Disabilities

Not a Physical Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33335

14 Miles—Get Directions

(866) 273-2273

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.apd.myflorida.com

Description: SN ONLY - Assists individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

Description: SN ONLY - Assists individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

Florida Office - Information Services

Davie Road Extension Location

7550 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL, 33024

14 Miles—Get Directions

(866) 595-7678

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.aarp.org

Description: Provides information, education, advocacy, a driver safety program, tax aid, and a grief loss program.

Description: Provides information, education, advocacy, a driver safety program, tax aid, and a grief loss program.

Mental Health and Substance Use Services

West Broward Boulevard Location

3521 West Broward Boulevard, Suite 206, Lauderhill, FL, 33312

13 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 622-8121

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.bbhcflorida.org

Description: Advocates for an effective and efficient behavioral health system of care in Broward County. Serves as a Broward County managing entity (ME) for mental health and substance abuse services.

Description: Advocates for an effective and efficient behavioral health system of care in Broward County. Serves as a Broward County managing entity (ME) for mental health and substance abuse services.

County Courthouse Locations

Southeast 6th Street Location

201 Southeast 6th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 831-6565

Website

 http://www.17th.flcourts.org

Description: Provides a circuit court that handles felonies, family matters, juvenile cases, probate and mental health.

Description: Provides a circuit court that handles felonies, family matters, juvenile cases, probate and mental health.

County Courthouse Locations

West Hillsboro Boulevard Location

1600 West Hillsboro Boulevard, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33442

16 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 831-6565

Website

 http://www.17th.flcourts.org

Description: Provides a circuit court that handles felonies, family matters, juvenile cases, probate and mental health.

Description: Provides a circuit court that handles felonies, family matters, juvenile cases, probate and mental health.

County Courthouse Locations

Southeast 6th Street Location - Room 565

201 Southeast 6th Street, Room 565, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 831-6565

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.17th.flcourts.org

Description: Provides a circuit court that handles felonies, family matters, juvenile cases, probate and mental health.

Description: Provides a circuit court that handles felonies, family matters, juvenile cases, probate and mental health.

County Courthouse Locations

Hollywood Boulevard Location

3500 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, FL, 33021

16 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 831-6565

Website

 http://www.17th.flcourts.org

Description: Provides a circuit court that handles felonies, family matters, juvenile cases, probate and mental health.

Description: Provides a circuit court that handles felonies, family matters, juvenile cases, probate and mental health.

Arts Education

South Andrews Avenue Location - 6th Floor

100 South Andrews Avenue, 6th Floor, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 357-7457

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.broward.org/arts

Description: Provides grant funding information resources, arts educator directory, Art Teacher of the Year Program, and professional development training.

Description: Provides grant funding information resources, arts educator directory, Art Teacher of the Year Program, and professional development training.

Education and Community Development

South Andrews Avenue Location - 6th Floor

100 South Andrews Avenue, 6th Floor, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 357-7457

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.broward.org/arts

Description: Supports collaboration among eligible entities to plan, implement and evaluate educational projects that promote skills, knowledge, or appreciation related to arts and culture.

Description: Supports collaboration among eligible entities to plan, implement and evaluate educational projects that promote skills, knowledge, or appreciation related to arts and culture.

Police Athletic League (PAL) - North Broward

E Hillsboro Blvd Location

928 E Hillsboro Blvd, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33441

19 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 480-4362

Website

 http://www.sheriff.org

Description: Provides youth with activities that build character and self-esteem, foster positive relationships, enhance self-awareness and promote good citizenship.

Description: Provides youth with activities that build character and self-esteem, foster positive relationships, enhance self-awareness and promote good citizenship.

Civil Citation

SW 4th Ave Location

2600 SW 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33315

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 467-4600

Website

 http://www.sheriff.org

Description: Provides a voluntary pre-arrest civil citation program for youth.

Description: Provides a voluntary pre-arrest civil citation program for youth.

Voter Registration

South Andrews Avenue Location - Room 102

115 South Andrews Avenue, Room 102, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 357-7050

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.browardsoe.org

Description: Provides information on voter registration.

Description: Provides information on voter registration.

Leadership Institute

East Las Olas Boulevard Location

910 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 200, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 761-9503

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.cfbroward.org/receive/apply-for-grants

Description: Builds awareness, skills, and leadership values among the public and works with the nonprofit sector to strengthen it through strategic grants and leadership development.

Description: Builds awareness, skills, and leadership values among the public and works with the nonprofit sector to strengthen it through strategic grants and leadership development.

DCF District Administration

W Commercial Blvd Location

1400 W Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

13 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 375-6092

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Description: Provides executive leadership and direction at the district level through ongoing assessment of executive decisions, refinement of operational and management policies and more.

Description: Provides executive leadership and direction at the district level through ongoing assessment of executive decisions, refinement of operational and management policies and more.

Advocacy

South Pine Island Road Location

5890 South Pine Island Road, Davie, FL, 33328

10 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 252-6900

Contact Hours: Mon - Thurs, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Website

 http://www.jewishbroward.org

Description: Provides advocacy to ensure the continuity and survival of Israel and Jewish communities, tradition and heritage worldwide.

Description: Provides advocacy to ensure the continuity and survival of Israel and Jewish communities, tradition and heritage worldwide.

Homeless Legal Rights Project

North State Road 7 Location

491 North State Road 7, Plantation, FL, 33317

10 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 736-2469

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.browardlegalaid.org

Description: Provides legal assistance and other supportive services for individuals experiencing homelessness.

Description: Provides legal assistance and other supportive services for individuals experiencing homelessness.

Local Programs

West Cypress Creek Road Location - Suite 110

1001 West Cypress Creek Road, Suite 110, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 772-0013

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.modimes.org

Description: Provides information and services designed to prevent premature birth and congenital disabilities, and promote healthy pregnancies.

Description: Provides information and services designed to prevent premature birth and congenital disabilities, and promote healthy pregnancies.

Public Education

6520 N Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

14 Miles—Get Directions

(888) 673-6287

Contact Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-7pm

Website

 http://msfocus.org

Description: Attempts to increase public awareness and knowledge about MS. Information is available on both traditional and alternative treatments for MS patients and a free newsletter, informational brochure, toll-free support phone services.

Description: Attempts to increase public awareness and knowledge about MS. Information is available on both traditional and alternative treatments for MS patients and a free newsletter, informational brochure, toll-free support phone services.

Faithnet

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 316-9907

Website

 http://namibroward.org/support-and-education/presentations/nami-faithnet/

Description: Provides an interfaith resource network for all faith traditions.

Description: Provides an interfaith resource network for all faith traditions.

Fort Lauderdale Chapter

Northwest 6th Street Location

1100 Northwest 6th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 764-7604

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 https://naacpftlbroward.com/

Description: Ensures that political, educational, social, and economic equality are available to all citizens.

Description: Ensures that political, educational, social, and economic equality are available to all citizens.

Earn While You Learn

East Commercial Boulevard Location

2151 East Commercial Boulevard, Suite 301, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308

16 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 565-0229

Contact Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Wed 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Website

 http://www.pregnancyhelp.me

Description: Provides a parenting class for pregnant women that follows the Respect Life Curriculum and discusses physiological changes. Every client receives $3 Mommy Dollars that can be exchanged at the Respect Life office for baby items.

Description: Provides a parenting class for pregnant women that follows the Respect Life Curriculum and discusses physiological changes. Every client receives $3 Mommy Dollars that can be exchanged at the Respect Life office for baby items.

Earn While You Learn

Hollywood Boulevard Location - Suite 101

4747 Hollywood Boulevard, Suite 101, Hollywood, FL, 33021

16 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 963-2229

Contact Hours: Mon 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Tues - Sat 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Website

 http://www.pregnancyhelp.me

Description: Provides a parenting class for pregnant women that follows the Respect Life Curriculum and discusses physiological changes. Every client receives $3 Mommy Dollars that can be exchanged at the Respect Life office for baby items.

Description: Provides a parenting class for pregnant women that follows the Respect Life Curriculum and discusses physiological changes. Every client receives $3 Mommy Dollars that can be exchanged at the Respect Life office for baby items.

SAGEConnect

Not a Physical Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33335

14 Miles—Get Directions

(929) 484-4160

Website

 http://www.sageusa.org

Description: Provides a daily telephone reassurance call to elders who live alone to ensure their health and safety. SAGEConnect is a phone-buddy program that matches LGBT elders with volunteers for weekly phone calls.

Description: Provides a daily telephone reassurance call to elders who live alone to ensure their health and safety. SAGEConnect is a phone-buddy program that matches LGBT elders with volunteers for weekly phone calls.

Bridges Out of Poverty

West Broward Boulevard Location - 1445

1445 West Broward Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33312

13 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 712-2453

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.salvationarmyflorida.org/fortlauderdale

Description: Provides case studies, videos, mental models, helpful charts, and exercise.

Description: Provides case studies, videos, mental models, helpful charts, and exercise.

Take Stock in Children Program

Take Stock in Children of Broward

2050 Civic Center Pl Rm 213, Miramar, FL, 33025

15 Miles—Get Directions

(754) 600-9857

Contact Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Website

 http://www.takestockbrowardfl.org

Description: Unique opportunity for low-income and at-risk students to escape the cycle of poverty through education by offering students caring volunteer mentors, student advocacy, college readiness, and college scholarships. PLEASE CLICK FULL DESCRIP.

Description: Unique opportunity for low-income and at-risk students to escape the cycle of poverty through education by offering students caring volunteer mentors, student advocacy, college readiness, and college scholarships. PLEASE CLICK FULL DESCRIP.

Florida Senate Information

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

Contact Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Website

 http://www.flsenate.gov/Senators/#Senators

Description: Provides a website that lists Florida Senators, addresses, committee involvements, general information, announcements about legislators, bills, and more.

Description: Provides a website that lists Florida Senators, addresses, committee involvements, general information, announcements about legislators, bills, and more.

ADA Americans with Disabilities Act

Not A Physical Location

Not A Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 514-0301

Contact Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm (EST)

Description: Provides information on the Americans With Disabilities Act.

Description: Provides information on the Americans With Disabilities Act.

Best Buddies International

Not A Physical Location

Not A Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 892-8339

Contact Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm

Description: Best Buddies is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment.

Description: Best Buddies is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment.

American Liver Foundation Helpline

Not A Physical Location

Not A Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 465-4837

Contact Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm (EST)

Description: Provides answers to questions about liver disease and liver wellness. This resource provides emotional support to patients at their point of crisis and information on local resources including physician referrals.

Description: Provides answers to questions about liver disease and liver wellness. This resource provides emotional support to patients at their point of crisis and information on local resources including physician referrals.

UCO - Development Department

Southwest 13th Court Location

3117 Southwest 13th Court, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33312

13 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 315-4057

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Website

 http://www.unitedcommunityoptionssfl.org

Description: Raises funds for UCP via television specials (and other special events) and obtaining funds through direct mailings, private donations, bequests, and memorials.

Description: Raises funds for UCP via television specials (and other special events) and obtaining funds through direct mailings, private donations, bequests, and memorials.

Advocacy

West Flagler Street Location - Suite 400

4343 West Flager Street, Suite 400, Miami, FL, 33134

31 Miles—Get Directions

(786) 363-2700

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.aclufl.org

Description: Investigates and litigates civil liberties matters concerning individual freedom and constitutional rights.

Description: Investigates and litigates civil liberties matters concerning individual freedom and constitutional rights.

Elder Fears

Arthur Godfrey Road Location

960 Arthur Godfrey Road, Suite 312, Miami, FL, 33140

30 Miles—Get Directions

Description: Identifies and takes action on advocacy opportunities to advance full freedom, justice, equality AND equity for LGBTQ people.

Description: Identifies and takes action on advocacy opportunities to advance full freedom, justice, equality AND equity for LGBTQ people.

Earn While You Learn

Southwest 107 Avenue Location

3410 Southwest 107 Avenue, Miami, FL, 33165

32 Miles—Get Directions

(305) 273-8507

Contact Hours: Tue 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Wed - Thurs 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM, Sat 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Website

 http://www.pregnancyhelp.me

Description: Provides a parenting class for pregnant women that follows the Respect Life Curriculum and discusses physiological changes. Every client receives $3 Mommy Dollars that can be exchanged at the Respect Life office for baby items.

Description: Provides a parenting class for pregnant women that follows the Respect Life Curriculum and discusses physiological changes. Every client receives $3 Mommy Dollars that can be exchanged at the Respect Life office for baby items.

Florida Department of Veterans Affairs

Ulmerton Rd Location - Ste 311-K

11351 Ulmerton Rd, Ste 311-K, Largo, FL, 33778

190 Miles—Get Directions

(727) 518-3202

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.floridavets.org

Description: Provides advocacy and representation for Florida’s military and veterans and intercedes with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on their behalf.

Description: Provides advocacy and representation for Florida’s military and veterans and intercedes with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on their behalf.

County Government

North Temple Avenue Location

945 North Temple Avenue, Starke, FL, 32091

281 Miles—Get Directions

(904) 966-6327

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.bradfordcountyfl.gov

Description: Provides information regarding county government departments and services.

Description: Provides information regarding county government departments and services.

Clerk of the Court

North Temple Avenue Location

945 North Temple Avenue, Starke, FL, 32091

281 Miles—Get Directions

(904) 966-6280

Website

 http://www.bradfordcountyfl.gov/circuit_court

Description: Provides advocacy for people in need of access to public resources and records. The Clerk's Office will safeguard and enhance resources through strong internal audits and effective investment strategies.

Description: Provides advocacy for people in need of access to public resources and records. The Clerk's Office will safeguard and enhance resources through strong internal audits and effective investment strategies.

Government Services

Southwest 134th Avenue Location

16870 Southwest 134th Avenue, Archer, FL, 32618

266 Miles—Get Directions

(352) 495-2880

Contact Hours: Mon - Thurs, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Website

 http://www.cityofarcher.com

Description: Provides local city government services, including departments of clerk of court, administration, finance, human resources, community, parks and recreation, building, public works, city commission, and sheriff.

Description: Provides local city government services, including departments of clerk of court, administration, finance, human resources, community, parks and recreation, building, public works, city commission, and sheriff.

Government Services

Southeast Abshier Boulevard Location

5343 Southeast Abshier Blvd, Belleview, FL, 34420

222 Miles—Get Directions

(352) 245-7021

Contact Hours: Mon - Thurs, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Website

 http://www.belleviewfl.org

Description: Provides local government services.

Description: Provides local government services.

City of Chiefland

East Park Avenue Location - 214

214 East Park Avenue, Chiefland, FL, 32626

273 Miles—Get Directions

(352) 493-6711

Contact Hours: Mon - Thurs, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.cityofchiefland.com

Description: Provides local city government services.

Description: Provides local city government services.

Government Services

River Drive Location

20750 River Drive, Dunnellon, FL, 34431

243 Miles—Get Directions

(352) 465-8500

Contact Hours: Mon - Thurs, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Website

 http://www.dunnellon.org

Description: Provides city government services. Departments include court clerks, city council, city administrator, finance, policy, and public services.

Description: Provides city government services. Departments include court clerks, city council, city administrator, finance, policy, and public services.

Fanning Springs City Hall

Northwest 90th Court Location

17651 Northwest 90th Court, Fanning Springs, FL, 32693

282 Miles—Get Directions

(352) 463-2855

Contact Hours: Mon - Thurs, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.fanningsprings.org

Description: Provides local city government services relating to economic development, utilities, city finance, animal control, yard sale permit, and fire.

Description: Provides local city government services relating to economic development, utilities, city finance, animal control, yard sale permit, and fire.

City of Gainesville

East University Avenue Location

200 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL, 32601

267 Miles—Get Directions

(352) 334-5000

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.cityofgainesville.org

Description: Provides local city government services, including court, finance, parks, recreation, code enforcement, and more.

Description: Provides local city government services, including court, finance, parks, recreation, code enforcement, and more.