Lighthouse Point

Local offices in Lighthouse Point

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · Regional office

  211 Broward

  Help here

  • Community help and referralsCall 211 any time to get connected with local help for needs such as food, housing, health care, or bills.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211-broward.org

• Local office · City office

  City Hall

  2200 NE 38th Street, Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

  Help here

  • City information and recordsContact the City Clerk for city information and public records.Read more
  Call 954-943-6500DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on lighthousepointfl.gov

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Senior Touchline Broward 211

  Help here

  • Daily check-in calls for older adultsPeople over 60 who live alone can sign up for a free daily check-in call.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on lighthousepointfl.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Lighthouse Point Recreation Department

  2200 NE 38th Street, Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

  Help here

  • Community center and recreation programsAsk about city recreation programs, including programs for older residents, and community center use.Read more
  Call 954-784-3439DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on lighthousepointfl.gov

• Library · City office

  Lighthouse Point Library

  2200 NE 38th Street, Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

  Help here

  • Library materials and programsGet a library card to borrow books and digital items or join library programs.
  Call 954-946-6398DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on lighthousepointlibrary.com

City of Lighthouse Point website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lighthouse Point

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Broward County

Lighthouse Point is in Broward County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office · State office

  Sheridan WIC Center

  7261 Sheridan St., Suite 220, Hollywood, FL 33024

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programApply for food benefits, nutrition guidance, and breastfeeding support if you qualify.Read more
  Call 954-767-5111DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on broward.floridahealth.gov

• Housing authority · Regional office

  Broward County Housing Authority

  4780 N. State Road 7, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319

  Help here

  • Rental assistance and housing counselingAsk about rental assistance, affordable housing, and housing counseling programs.
  Call 954-739-1114DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bchafl.org

• Public health · State office

  Florida Department of Health in Broward County

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the county health department for public health programs and clinic information.
  Call 954-467-4700Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on broward.floridahealth.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Broward County Law Library and Self Help Equal Access Center

  201 SE 6th St., North Wing, Room 1800, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

  Help here

  • Legal information and self-help resourcesUse legal research tools and find court forms and other resources for representing yourself.
  Call 954-831-6226DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on browardclerk.org

• Human services · Regional office

  211 Broward

  Help here

  • Community resource and crisis referralsCall or connect online any time for crisis support and help finding local services.
  Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211-broward.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging of Broward County

  5300 Hiatus Road, Sunrise, FL 33351

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpCall for help finding services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.Read more
  • Emergency home energy assistanceAsk about energy bill assistance if you are at least 60 and meet the program rules.Read more
  Call 954-745-9779DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on adrcbroward.org

Everything in Broward County

Florida programs by kind of help

These are run by Florida and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026