How to Apply for Palm Beach County Adult Day Care and Respite
Screen for supervised daytime activities, meals, transportation, respite, and health monitoring.
Start here
Call 561-355-4746 for the Mid County or North County Adult Day Care programs. Ask about assessment, funding, private pay, transportation, and current openings.
Programs list Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
See adult day care servicesWhat to have ready
- Age, address, diagnosis, and daily support needs
- Mobility, medication, behavior, and supervision information
- Caregiver schedule and respite need
- Funding, insurance, and transportation information requested
Words you can use
“I need adult day care for a Palm Beach County resident who needs [supervision or support]. What assessment, funding, transportation, and opening information should I know?”
Steps in order
- 1
Explain the level of supervision and hands-on help.
- 2
Ask which location can safely meet those needs.
- 3
Confirm funding, private-pay cost, schedule, and transportation.
- 4
Plan backup care for closures and days not covered.
If the first answer is no or wait
Call the Area Agency on Aging at 1-866-684-5885 for other respite or caregiver programs.
Official sources
Sources checked August 9, 2026. Confirm eligibility, hours, cost, service area, and current availability directly.
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