Family Resources

United Way Launches Food Finder Map. This is an interactive tool using Google Maps to help people easily locate free food and hot meals in Palm Beach County. Zoom in to view locations close to you.

Palm Beach County will issue pre-paid debit cards to approved residents to purchase food. Eligible residents who experienced a loss of income as a direct result of COVID-19 and who are at or below 140% Area Median Income (AMI) may apply. The one-time benefit allowance is based on household size and maximum amounts is listed. Only one card will be given out per household, and all expenditures must be made by December 30, 2020.
• 1-2 Household members: $400
• 3-4 Household members: $800
• 5 or more Household members: $1,000
Applicants must present evidence their household was adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in order to qualify to receive the prepaid card. Supporting documentation must be provided to prove income eligibility, such as last a pay stub or last filed tax return, valid government issued ID and Social Security card.
Clients who received assistance for rental and utility services thru Covid Cares program may apply for the food assistance without uploading additional documentation.

NAMI Ending the Silence presentations include two leaders: one who shares an informative presentation and a young adult with a mental health condition who shares their journey of recovery. Audience members can ask questions and gain understanding of an often-misunderstood topic. Through dialogue, we can help grow the movement to end stigma. Use the link (above) to register for the best day and time for you. There are multiple dates and time available.

Ten tips to for parents that will help children develop self-discipline.

Free virtual workshop for parents of teens presented by Planned Parenthood. View the event website to register and learn more! The virtual workshop will be held on June 20, 2020 from 2:00-3:30 pm.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS CARES ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, APPLICANTS MUST:

• Be a resident of Palm Beach County
• Provide documentation to prove loss of income, reduction in hours, or unemployment as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic
• Provide documentation to show they have applied or are receiving state or federal unemployment benefits
• Meet gross Area Median Income (AMI) limit not exceeding 140% AMI for the household
• Have a lease and other utilities in their or a household member’s name
• Not have received any other financial assistance for rent and/or utilities for the period payment is requested
• Have less than $5,000 in liquid assets in checking, savings, and cash card balances
• Note – other restrictions may apply. Benefits up to $7,000 ($5,800/up to 3 months rent and $1200/electric, water and gas combined). Assistance will be provided only for past due rents and/or utilities. The due dates must be after March 1, 2020 and before December 30, 2020.

Alpert Jewish Family Services is offering free support groups to anyone in the community to help during this time. All virtual events are free of charge. Registration is required for access to the Zoom meetings.

Use this resource to find parenting advice and topics for supporting healthy children.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention launched a digital toolkit containing resources to help you cope with your mental health and the COVID-19 outbreak. You’ll find advice, guidance, content for social sharing, public messages, and more!

You’re not alone if your world has radically shifted because of the new coronavirus, or COVID-19. So many of our standard routines have been shaken—everything from our commutes to how we gather with our communities, and even spend time with our children and families. Change, especially the change you didn’t see coming or couldn’t prepare for can feel so scary and overwhelming. And things don’t really feel normal right now. Please check out the following link below to help keep structure and build a new routine for you and your family.

Need to know where to go to get tested for COVID-19? This link gives the latest information on open testing sites and how to schedule an appointment in Palm Beach County. Locations in West Palm Beach, Belle Glade and Jupiter areas.

We’ve been helping families directly by distributing free lunches to all children under 18 and a week’s worth of organic produce and other staples to all Club families. At this link you will find A MINI VERSION of our resource list, including information on where to get help from the food program and a number of state sources.

The IRS is in the process of depositing stimulus checks into the bank accounts of millions of US residents who have met the requirements for a payment. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said the federal government is preparing to mail the first wave of paper checks. With this online tool you can check on the status of your stimulus check, as well as, input your bank information if you want to change to a direct deposit.

Prime Time Palm Beach County is offering a Seven-Day Self-Care Challenge is a virtual on-demand offering designed to provide basic practice tools that can help us cultivate awareness, self-care, and resilience, particularly during challenging times.

COVID-19 Screening Hotline: Screening callers for symptoms prior to registering and scheduling patients for appointments or drive thru testing site located at FITTEAM Ball Park of the Palm Beaches in West Palm Beach

Screening Hotline 561-642-1000

Every day the Child Mind Institute will publish a YouTube video with a tip for families to use during the coronavirus crisis.

Recommendations for households to clean and sanitize during the coronavirus crisis.

Find out the key steps to make learning at home successful.

Tips for self-care for family caregivers