South Florida
Resources in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County.
Free autism support, early intervention, family counseling, peer support and a 24/7 helpline—gathered in one place.
If you live in West Palm Beach or elsewhere in Palm Beach County, these organizations are good first calls. Most are free or publicly funded. Start with 2-1-1 if you are not sure where you fit.
Where to start
24/7 helpline & navigation
211 Palm Beach & Treasure Coast
Dial 2-1-1 for information, crisis support and referrals. Includes a special-needs helpline for families of children from birth to 22 and Help Me Grow for developmental concerns in children up to age 8.
Visit the organizationFree autism support
FAU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)
Free, community-based support for autistic people of all ages, families and professionals in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee counties. Offices on FAU’s Boca Raton and Jupiter campuses. 561-213-5751.
Visit the organizationBirth to 36 months
Florida Early Steps
Florida’s early-intervention program for infants and toddlers with, or at risk of, developmental delays. No income requirement; parents can self-refer. Statewide line: 1-800-218-0001.
Visit the organizationAutism programs, Jupiter
Els for Autism Foundation
Programs for autistic people across the lifespan at the Els Center of Excellence in Jupiter, including recreation, adult services and education programs.
Visit the organizationPeer support & education
NAMI Palm Beach County
Free support groups, classes and information for people living with mental-health conditions and their families. 561-588-3477.
Visit the organizationFree family counseling
Palm Beach County Youth Services — Family Counseling
Free, trauma-informed counseling and parenting support for Palm Beach County youth and families at several county offices.
Visit the organizationChildren & families
Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County
Funds and connects families to services for young children, including development, parenting and early-learning supports.
Visit the organizationPublicly funded mental-health care
Southeast Florida Behavioral Health Network
Manages state-funded mental-health and substance-use services in Palm Beach and the Treasure Coast; a route to care for people who are uninsured or underinsured.
Visit the organizationSchool supports
School District of Palm Beach County
Ask your school about ESE (Exceptional Student Education) and 504 plans if ADHD, autism, anxiety or OCD affects learning.
Visit the organizationPrograms and activities by age
Looking for something to do—camps, sports, art, social groups, day programs, college pathways or job training? See our Palm Beach & South Florida programs by age: more than 40 options sorted from babies to adults.
Also useful statewide
Florida’s Agency for Persons with Disabilities (including the iBudget waiver for eligible autistic people), Florida Vocational Rehabilitation for job support, and Family Network on Disabilities for parent training and advocacy. More in our South Florida guide.
In crisis?
Call or text 988, dial 2-1-1, or call 911 if someone is in immediate danger.
Visit the 988 Lifeline