Coalition for Independent Living Options, Inc.

10/30/2025

🥫 Need Food Assistance in Palm Beach County? 🥫

CILO has gathered a list of local food pantries, soup kitchens, and meal programs to help you and your family access nutritious food. These programs serve individuals, seniors, and families throughout the county.

Below are some local options you can contact directly 👇

🍽️ Soup Kitchens
Lighthouse Café – 400 SW B Place, Belle Glade | (561) 993-9080 | Mon–Fri 5–7 AM

Mt. Calvary Baptist Church – 399 Canal St., Belle Glade | (561) 996-8238 | Mon 9–11 AM groceries, 11:30–2 hot meals

The Soup Kitchen, Inc. – 8645 Boynton Beach Blvd, Boynton Beach | (561) 732-7595 | Mon–Sat 9:30 AM–12 PM

St. George’s Center – 21 W. 22nd St., Riviera Beach | (561) 844-7713 | Lunch 11:30–12:30, Dinner 5:30–6:30

Westgate Tabernacle Church – 1722 Suwanee Dr., West Palm Beach | (561) 471-9309 | Lunch & Dinner Daily, Pantry M/W/F 6–7 PM

🛒 Food Pantries
Boca Helping Hands – 1421 NE 2nd Ct., Boca Raton | (561) 447-9275 | Mon–Thu & Sat 11:30–12:30

C.R.O.S. Ministries – Lake Worth Pantry – 4220 Lake Worth Rd. | (561) 233-9009 | Mon & Thu 11–2, Tue 1–4

Farmworker Coordinating Council – 1313 Central Terrace, Lake Worth | (561) 533-7227 | Mon–Fri 9–5

The Lord’s Place – Engagement Center – 2808 N Australian Ave, WPB | (561) 494-0125 | Tue–Sat hours vary

Compassion Outreach Fellowship – 4363 Woodstock Dr., WPB | (561) 389-0726 | Mon–Fri 9–5

St. Ann’s Church – 310 N Olive Ave, WPB | (561) 832-3757 | Thu–Fri 12:45–2 PM

👵 Senior & Home Meal Program
DOSS Congregate Meals & Meals on Wheels – (561) 355-4746 | For adults 60+

Mae Volen Senior Center – 1515 W Palmetto Park Rd, Boca Raton | (561) 395-8920

North County Senior Center – 5217 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens | (561) 694-5435

Meals of the Century, Inc. – 2000 Avenue P, Riviera Beach | (561) 296-0752

🧒 Children & Families
Palm Beach County Summer Food Program – (561) 355-4775 | Free meals for kids 18 & under

Project Uplift (Adopt-A-Family) – 1712 2nd Ave North, Lake Worth | (561) 253-1361 | For families at risk of homelessness

10/29/2025

Need a personal care attendant (PCA) for at least 2 activities of daily living such as ambulation, bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, toileting, or other similar tasks? If so, and you are at least 18 years of age, you might be eligible for financial assistance to offset the cost of care through the JPPAS (James Patrick Memorial Personal Attendant Services & Employment Assistance) Program!
Send us a message and ask for more info about JPPAS!

10/29/2025

🌊 SAIL Program: Navigate Your Journey to Independence! 🌊

Are you a resident of Palm Beach County with a disability? The SAIL Program from the Coalition for Independent Living Options is here to help you on your journey to greater independence!

🌟 We Can Help With:

Job readiness & pre-employment training
Socializing with other people with disabilities
Gaining independent living skills
Applying for food stamps or Medicaid
Prescription drug assistance
Medicare premium waivers
Transitioning out of nursing homes
Accessing recreational opportunities
Emergency food & financial assistance
Transportation needs
And much more!
✅ Eligibility:

Palm Beach County resident
Have a disability
Income at or below 50% area median income
Let’s talk about what you need to thrive!

📞 Contact us today! Phone: (561) 966-4288
📧 Email: CILO@cilo.org

10/29/2025

🎃 Join Us for a Spooktacular Lunch & Learn! 👻

The Coalition for Independent Living Options (CILO) invites you to a special Halloween Safety presentation with Officer Lagrega from the Port Saint Lucie Police Department!

🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
📅 Date: October 30, 2025
💻 Location: Free on Zoom!

Learn important safety tips to keep Halloween fun and safe for everyone — from trick-or-treating precautions to community awareness reminders. Perfect for parents, caregivers, and anyone helping little ghouls and goblins enjoy the night safely!

Register Here: https://forms.gle/1MsW1cq7r8AQQgmQ8

10/28/2025