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Mental Health America of the Palm Beaches
Based in West Palm Beach, local information and services related to mental health, including support groups, referrals and an online screening test.
561-832-3755 Website Email -
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National Alliance on Mental Illness Palm Beach County
Family-to-Family — free 12-session course for caregivers of family members with severe mental illness
561-588-3477 Website Email -
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Safety Council of Palm Beach County
Non-governmental, nonprofit organization offering local safety programs, services and education materials to reduce health hazards and prevent injury for both personal and economic loss, including information for teen drivers and child safety. Programs include Behind the Wheel Driver Education; Baby In Back! and Mobile Eyes, which provides $100 to anyone who calls 911 to report a dangerous or erratic driver and identifies themselves as a Mobile Eyes caller.
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Mobile Response Team
The Mobile Response Team is available 24/7. Trained crisis intervention specialists respond the mental health emergencies throughout Palm Beach County. The team assesses a person's condition, determines the type of treatment needed and refers the person and/or family to services.
561-495-0522 Website