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Civic Services
City Adjacent Resources
The City of Lauderhill benefits from essential resources throughout broader Broward County. Here is a guide to some of these services and how you can access them.
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Florida Medical Center, Fort Lauderdale
FOR: GENERAL HEALTH NEEDS, SURGERIES AND EMERGENCY CARE
The closest hospital to Lauderhill is the Florida Medical Center. This medical-surgical center is well known for its focus on heart health, anchored by the Heart Institute of Florida. It is also equipped with an accredited Chest Pain Center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center, as well as a Surgical Weight Loss Center to handle bariatric procedures.
In light of the current challenges, the center works hand-in-hand with the Department of Public Health and the CDC to respond to new COVID-19 cases around Broward County. The hospital is also actively involved in the State of Florida’s vaccination plan. Call 866-747-5834 to reach the Florida Medical Center or visit www.floridamedctr. com for more information. 5000 W Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33313
Edgar Mills Health Center, Fort Lauderdale
FOR: FAMILY HEALTHCARE AND SOCIAL SERVICES
The Edgar Mills Health Center is a public health and social services center providing primary care and other services on a sliding fee scale, including to people who are uninsured. As a division of the Florida Department of Health in Broward County, the center also connects families to the federal WIC nutrition program, family planning services, and children’s dental care.
The center is open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, but requires appointments as part of pandemic safety protocols. To contact the center, call 954-467-4700 or visit broward.floridahealth.gov/locations/edgar-mills.html. 900 NW 31st Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
2-1-1 Broward
FOR: COUNSELING AND SOCIAL NEEDS
2-1-1 Broward is a 24/7 counseling agency that connects people to health care, social services and community support programs. The agency caters to critical social needs such as emergency financial aid, housing and shelter, food, child care, health care, mental health support, summer and after-school programs, career training placements, and relief from abuse. 2-1-1 Broward saves people the stress of sorting through endless arrays of organizations, websites, and phone numbers to make the right connection that suits their needs. To contact 2-1-1 Broward, dial 2-1-1, call 954537-0211, or text your zip code to 898211 to chat with a helpline counselor. Find more information at www.211-broward.org. The website is frequently updated with COVID-19 news and information from different organizations.
FOR: YOUTH AND ELDERLY PROGRAMMING AND WELLNESS
For more than 80 years, the Northwest Federated Woman’s Club of Broward County, has been serving area residents, providing resources, attention, and programming for youth and the elderly.
The Active Senior Program offers people above 60 a forum to engage, stay active and enjoy recreational activities, such as field trips, games, arts and crafts, and special events. The club offers the Irma Allen Adult Day Care during work hours as well as the Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative to care for Alzheimer’s and dementia patients in a safe and friendly atmosphere. The Health and Wellness Program provides monthly screening, medication management, and health and nutrition lectures for the elderly. The club also offers transportation and paratransit services to help clients travel to and from the center, depending on location and eligibility.
In addition, the club helps seniors apply for the Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program, which aids qualifying seniors with their electric bill payments. For information on this program, call 954-714-3500.
Two programs serve the county’s young residents. Youth Academics and the Arts Community Outreach engage people aged 5 to 17 with vital information and a fun approach that fosters personal and community development. On Saturdays from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, the Outreach offers activities including storytelling, arts and crafts, computer training, team building activities and lots more. Call 954-730-3442 or visit www.nwfwc.org to contact the club, ask about assistance, find updates, make donations, or sign up to volunteer. 2161 NW 19th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
TOPS!
FOR: SENIOR AND SPECIAL NEEDS TRANSPORTATION
Broward County’s Transportation OPtionS (TOPS!) program includes paratransit and bus pass packages that promise safe and reliable transportation to connect people and communities, especially seniors and people with special needs. TOPS! rides cost low one-way fares paid to the driver. (Exact amounts required.)
The paratransit program, offered weekdays from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., is a door-to-door service for individuals with physical or mental disabilities that prevent them from using public buses. To qualify for the paratransit program, one must complete an application, and a written notification will be sent within three weeks. It is advisable to first get in touch with customer support at 954-357-8400 to discuss eligibility and program options. Call 954-357-8400 or email cservice@broward.org for details. broward.org/BCT/Pages/Paratransit. aspx
Meals on Wheels South Florida
FOR: SENIOR FOOD SECURITY
Meals on Wheels South Florida collaborates with government agencies, other nonprofits and volunteers to fulfill its mission of combating hunger, providing over a million meals to more than 10,000 seniors every year.
Meals on Wheels delivers healthy home meals and serves congregate dining sites that allow seniors to interact. The organization provides other programs and services for seniors, such as nutrition counseling, medically tailored meals, grocery shopping help, friendly visitation and meals for companion pets. For more information or for assistance with registering for power bill assistance, qualified seniors or families may also call 954-714-6939.
Visit www.mowsoflo.org or call 954-7318770 to learn more, donate or apply for meals.
