Palm Beach County Division of Emergency Management

Palm Beach County Division of Emergency Management — Palm Beach County Special Needs Shelter Registry

Official source

Sourced from Palm Beach County Division of Emergency Management, last checked 2026-08-17. View source

Resource URL: https://kindlocator.org/resource/palm-beach-county-special-needs-shelter-registry

What they offer

  • Special needs / vulnerable population registry

Who this may help

Palm Beach County residents dependent on electrically energized life-support equipment (oxygen, nebulizers, G/NG tubes, uncomplicated IV), those needing transfer or mechanical lift assistance, those needing daily living support who evacuate with a caregiver, and people with progressive Alzheimer's or dementia evacuating with a caregiver. A caregiver must accompany the patient at all times. Space is limited and prioritized by need.

How to start

Confirm current hours and eligibility before traveling; this source reports walk-in access.

Hours & availability

Monday-Friday, business hours (register in advance of hurricane season)

Location & access

Address
20 South Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Coverage
Palm Beach County
How to connect
Phone, Online, In person, Walk in

Languages

English, Spanish, Haitian Creole

Listed as offering—confirm language availability when you call.

Contact

Website
Website
Contact notes
Register online at the source URL or mail a completed form to Special Needs Coordinator, 20 South Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415. Shelters provide limited services and do NOT supply medication, dialysis or oxygen equipment — registrants must bring their own.

Before you contact them

  • Confirm eligibility and what documents—if any—are required.
  • If visiting, confirm the location, hours, and appointment requirements.
  • Ask about language or accessibility needs.