Officials in Palm Beach County announced this week the launch of a portal designed to assist unsheltered families and individuals residing in the county.
WPTV reported last week that the number of people experiencing homelessness in Palm Beach County dropped to 1,520 from 2,126 in 2024.
According to the Community Services Department, the portal is accessible to the following individuals:
- Individuals and families currently experiencing homelessness
- Concerned community members seeking to assist those in need
- Local law enforcement officers identifying individuals in crisis
The county said upon submission of a referral, the request will be directed to the Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) at the Community Services Department who will then begin to work connecting individuals to appropriate resources, shelter and supportive services…