PB Community Resources August 2025

📋 Community Assistance — Palm Beach County

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Findhelp.org is an online platform that connects individuals with free and low-cost social services in their local communities. It allows users to search for assistance in areas such as:

• Food assistance (food pantries, meal programs)
• Housing support (emergency shelter, rent assistance)
• Healthcare services (mental health, medical care)
• Employment resources (job training, career counseling)
• Financial assistance (utility bills, child care)

Key Features

• Free to use – Anyone can search for help without a fee.
• Anonymous searches – No sign-up is required to browse resources.
• Zip code-based results – Users can enter their location to find local services.
• Verified organizations – The platform partners with nonprofits and government agencies.

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Community services are available in the library to help with life’s needs. All services are free.

Address: City of West Palm Beach, 401 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Community Assistance

• When: Mondays & Thursdays, 3 – 5 p.m.; Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – Noon
• Where: Study Room B, 4th Floor

Staff from the City of West Palm Beach Department of Housing and Community Development are here to assist residents with applying for community resources such as rental assistance, utility assistance, and food stamps, and to provide referrals to other available community resources.

Help with Food Assistance

• When: Tuesdays, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Where: Study Room A, 4th Floor

The Palm Beach County Food Bank offers assistance with food services through its Benefits Outreach Program. Get help with SNAP (food stamps) applications, Medicaid applications, and cash assistance. Services are available in English and Spanish. To make an appointment, email Stephany@PBCFoodBank.org. Walk-ins are also welcome and will be attended as time permits.

Job Help

CareerSource Palm Beach County

• When: 1st Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Where: Computer Lab, 2nd Floor

Get advice and assistance on employment, building a strong resume, finding the right career path, and more. To make an appointment, call (561) 868-7760.