City of Hollywood Community Development Division — Social Services

Hollywood’s Community Development Division serves as a navigation desk: it helps residents locate agencies that provide social services. The city expressly says it does not directly deliver most of them. For a family new to the area or unsure which office to call, the page is a contact map, not a single application that guarantees assistance.

The city’s list includes contacts related to Medicare, transportation, food, housing, and older-adult services. Many links lead to Broward County programs or partner organizations. That distinction matters: eligibility rules, paperwork, openings, and decisions belong to the provider receiving the referral, not City Hall.

The published Community Development phone number is (954) 921-3271. When calling, explain whether the need is food, a ride to an appointment, rent help, or an in-home care assessment, and confirm which organization administers the program. The page also notes that some links are county services; residents outside Hollywood should check the service area.

For people age 60 and older seeking food, the city points to Broward’s Area Agency on Aging helpline. For daily support such as personal assistance or household tasks, the municipal contact may help direct a caller, but the county or relevant program must assess eligibility. This page does not publish a city fee for in-home care.

The practical value is having a starting point without mistaking a referral for approval. Before ending the call, ask for the provider’s name, direct number, and document list; also ask whether Hollywood residency is required, whether there is a waitlist, and whether a copayment applies. In a medical emergency or immediate danger, use emergency services rather than waiting for an administrative referral.

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