ORDERS, ACTIONS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
EMERGENCY ORDER 2021-004 ISSUED EXTENDING FACIAL COVERINGS TO 05/18/21
INTERACTIVE VACCINATION LOCATOR MAP
VACCINE INFORMATION FLYER
VACCINE ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES FOR COVID-19 VACCINATIONS
Executive Order 21-79 revises vaccine guidelines for Florida residents. During this phase of vaccine administration, all providers administering any COVID-19 vaccine shall only vaccinate the following populations: All Floridians are eligible to receive any COVID19 vaccine as prescribed by the Food and Drug Administration. Ages 18 and over for Moderna vaccine and 16 and over for Pfizer vaccine.
HEALTH CARE DISTRICT’S PFIZER COVID-19 VACCINATION APPOINTMENTS
The Health Care District of Palm Beach County encourages individuals 16 years and older to self-schedule their first-dose appointments for the Pfizer vaccine online at http://vaccine.hcdpbc.org [vaccine.hcdpbc.org]. Appointment dates are available through Thursday, May 6, 2021. Individuals 16 years and older are eligible to self-schedule appointments for the Pfizer vaccine brand.
The website http://vaccine.hcdpbc.org [vaccine.hcdpbc.org] lists the available dates, times, locations and eligibility requirements at each of the Health Care District's three mass vaccination sites at the South County Civic Center west of Delray Beach, the Burns Road Community Center in Palm Beach Gardens, and the South Florida Fairgrounds in suburban West Palm Beach. Individuals need to follow the state eligibility guidelines when scheduling to avoid being turned away at the sites. A parent or guardian must be present at the appointment of those who are 16 and 17 years old.
For those without internet access, the Health Care District's helpline at 561-804-4115 is available to assist in English, Spanish and Creole. All appointments are based on vaccine availability. As additional vaccine is received and appointments are opened, the community will be notified that the self-scheduler is open.
VACCINES FOR HOMEBOUND SENIORS
The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) is providing vaccine appointments for homebound seniors. The state encourages homebound individuals to sign up to receive a COVID-19 vaccine at their home by filling out the survey available here, emailing HomeboundVaccine@em.myflorida.com or by calling 866-779-6121. Someone from the Florida Division of Emergency Management will contact you within 72 hours to collect more information and schedule your appointment.
*NEW* EMERGENCY RENTAL, RELOCATION AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE
Due to the high volume of applications, the Palm Beach County Community Services Department's online portal for Emergency Rental Assistance, Relocation Assistance and Utility Assistance is currently closed. The portal will reopen on May 3, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. For more information, click here.
|
Summary for Rent Assistance |
Count |
|
Total Services Received |
2495 |
| Services In Review | 745
|
| Services Denied | 65
|
| Services Returned | 789
|
| Waiting Balance Statement from Landlord | 776
|
| Services Approved Pending Payment | 49
|
| ERA Rental Assistance Checks Issued | 847
|
| ERA Processed Payment |
$4,636,027.52 |
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Summary for Moving/Relocation Expenses Assistance |
Count |
|
Total Services Received |
56 |
| Services In Review | 8
|
| Services Denied | 4
|
Services Returned
| 44
|
| Waiting Balance Statement from Landlord | 0
|
| Services Approved Pending Payment | 0
|
| ERA Moving/Relocation Assistance Checks Issued | 0
|
| ERA Processed Payment |
$0.00 |
|
Summary for Utility Assistance |
Count |
|
Total Services Received |
1431 |
| Services In Review | 405
|
| Services Denied | 74
|
| Services Returned | 440
|
| Services Approved Pending Payment | 1
|
| ERA Utility Assistance Checks Issued | 511
|
| ERA Processed Payment |
$140,977.24 |
MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE TO HOMEOWNERS IN PALM BEACH COUNTY
The Palm Beach County Department of Housing and Economic Sustainability announces the availability of the Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) Mortgage Assistance funds. This program will provide emergency financial assistance to <80% (or less) AMI homeowners who suffered adverse financial impact from COVID-19, and are delinquent in their first mortgage and escrow payments (PITI). Additionally, providing the homeowner is delinquent, funding may assist with second mortgages, late fees, condominium and homeowners' association payments, special assessments, and other mortgage associated costs related to COVID-19.
Up to 6 months of assistance (not to exceed $10,000) will be provided to income eligible households who are at least one-month delinquent (after February 29, 2020) in their home mortgage, escrow payments (PITI) and/or condominium and homeowners' association payments. Assistance cannot be used to cover payments already made; and will be provided as a grant or a forgivable loan.
All requests for assistance will be reviewed based on approved criteria. To qualify, all homeowners must demonstrate that the costs are directly tied to COVID-19. Additional criteria include but is not limited to: income eligibility, residence must be owner occupied, not under contract or listed for sale within the past 60 days, property must be in Palm Beach County, and the assessed value cannot exceed $331,888.
All applications must be submitted online and will be processed on a first come, first eligible basis. The online application will open on Friday, May 7, 2021 at 8:00 a.m., and close Monday, June 7, 2021 at 11:59pm. Applications can be accessed at the County's Department of Housing and Economic Sustainability's website http://pbcgov.com/hes
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PALM BEACH COUNTY HAS EXTENDED THE COVID-19 STATE OF EMERGENCY UNTIL 4/30/21
PBC TESTING
Ballpark of the Palm Beaches
5100 N. Haverhill Road., West Palm Beach, 33407
Drive-through site
Tuesday through Saturday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Any age; with or without symptoms
Testing in the order of arrival; no appointment needed
PCR/Molecular Testing
Rapid Antigen Testing
To preregister with your information for testing go to: https://ops.patientportalfl.com/s/?language=en_US
The Health Care District of Palm Beach County is phasing out its walk-up COVID-19 testing at the Delray Beach and Jupiter Clinics. After Friday, April 30th, 2021, this service will be incorporated as part of regular medical services for patients who receive care within the clinics or wish to establish care with our clinics.
HCD C. L. Brumback Primary Care Clinic Delray Beach (Last day for walk-up COVID-19 testing is Friday, April 30th, 2021)
225 S. Congress Ave, Delray Beach, 33445
Appointments only; Monday through Friday; 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Any age; with or without symptoms
Call 561-642-1000 for an appointment
PCR Molecular Testing and Rapid Antigen Testing
HCD C. L. Brumback Primary Care Clinic Jupiter (Last day for walk-up COVID-19 testing is Friday, April 30th, 2021)
411 W. Indiantown Rd., Jupiter, 33458
Appointments only; Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Any age; with or without symptoms
Call 561-642-1000 for an appointment
PCR Molecular Testing and Rapid Antigen Testing
Health Care District of PBC (HCD) C. L. Brumback Primary Care Clinic at Lakeside Medical Center
39200 Hooker Hwy, Belle Glade, 33430
Walk-up site, appointments recommended; Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. - Noon
Any age; with or without symptoms
Call 561-642-1000 for an appointment
PCR Molecular Testing and Rapid Antigen Testing
FAU Tech Runway at Florida Atlantic University
901 NW 35th Street, Boca Raton, 33431
Walk up site, Tuesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Any age, with or without symptoms
PCR/Molecular and Rapid Antigen Testing 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. No appointment necessary
Town Center at Boca Raton Mall
6000 Glades Rd., Boca Raton, 33431, at the Sears parking lot
Walk up site; every day from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Any age; with or without symptoms
No appointment necessary.
PCR/Molecular and Rapid Antigen Testing
Homebound Resident Testing
Residents eligible include homebound elderly or individuals with disabilities who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 and cannot leave their homes to access one of the drive-up or walk-up test collection sites. Residents who believe they are eligible for the in-home testing option should call 561-712-6400 for a pre-qualifying assessment. The testing line is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
RESOURCES
*NEW*
RESTAURANT REVITALIZATION FUND TO BEGIN TAKING APPLICATIONS 4/30/2021
Registration for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) will begin Friday, April 30 at 9 a.m. EDT and SBA will begin accepting applications via the
application portal on Monday, May 3 at 12 p.m. EDT. The application portal will remain open to any eligible establishment until all funds are exhausted.
Eligible entities who have experienced pandemic-related revenue loss include:
Restaurants, Food stands, food trucks, food carts, Caterers, Bars, saloons, lounges, taverns, Snack and non-alcoholic beverage bars, Bakeries (onsite sales to the public comprise at least 33% of gross receipts), Brewpubs, tasting rooms, taprooms (onsite sales to the public comprise at least 33% of gross receipts), Breweries and/or microbreweries (onsite sales to the public comprise at least 33% of gross receipts), Wineries and distilleries (onsite sales to the public comprise at least 33% of gross receipts), Inns (onsite sales of food and beverage to the public comprise at least 33% of gross receipts), Licensed facilities or premises of a beverage alcohol producer where the public may taste, sample, or purchase products.
For more information, visit the
website.
VACCINE INFORMATION
Florida Health Vaccine Information Page
Florida Health - Palm Beach County Vaccine Information Page
DOH Appointment Hotline: 866-201-6754
Palm Beach County Health Care District Vaccine Information Page
Publix Pharmacy Vaccine Information Page
CVS Pharmacy Vaccine Information Page
Winn Dixie Vaccine Information Page (Hypoluxo Rd, Lake Worth only)
Wal-Mart Vaccine Information Page
Walgreens Vaccination Information Page
ARCHIVED NEWS
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS AFTER GETTING A COVID-19 VACCINE
COVID-19 FUNERAL ASSISTANCE
WEST PALM BEACH VA IS NOW OFFERING THE COVID-19 VACCINE TO ALL VETERANS, REGARDLESS OF AGE, WHO RECEIVE CARE AT VA
CRISIS COUNSELING HEALTH SERVICES
SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM @ PALM BEACH COUNTY LIBRARY
PALM BEACH COUNTY FEEDING SITES INTERACTIVE MAP
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Individuals with questions related to the coronavirus should call the Florida Department of Health’s Coronavirus Call Center at 1-866-779-6121 which is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week or email COVID-19@flhealth.gov. They can also visit http://pbchd.org for the latest health information. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Coronavirus COVID-19.
For the latest information and updates from Palm Beach County, visit http://pbcgov.com/coronavirus.