Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Empowering Children with Special Needs in Pompano Beach, FL
Since 1971, Broward Children's Center has dedicated itself to providing comprehensive medical, educational, and therapeutic services for infants, children, and young adults with special healthcare needs. Our mission focuses on nurturing growth and resilience through innovative programs, compassionate care, and community support. We operate as a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, emphasizing the potential of every individual to overcome challenges and flourish. Our network of care includes specialized education programs like BCC Academy, Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care (PPEC), home health services, and group homes with 24/7 nursing support. We offer tailored therapies such as speech, occupational, and physical therapy, alongside social services that connect families with community resources.Our transportation program ensures accessibility to essential services, while advocacy initiatives empower caregivers to make informed decisions. With a commitment to family strengthening and respite care, we address the holistic needs of children with developmental disabilities or complex medical conditions. Our team collaborates with local agencies to enhance service delivery, maintaining a focus on quality care that maximizes independence and community participation. Through events like the annual Miles for Smiles 5K, we engage the community in supporting our mission. Our leadership team combines decades of experience in pediatric care, education, and nonprofit management to drive continuous improvement in service delivery.
Services
PPEC Services
Therapy Services
Home Health Care
Group Homes
Advocacy Program
Special Education
Respite Care
Transportation Support
Social Services
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We have 50+ years of experience serving children with special healthcare needs
- Our network offers integrated medical, educational, and therapeutic services
- We maintain 24/7 nursing care in specialized group home facilities
- Our team collaborates with leading pediatric healthcare agencies locally
- We provide evidence-based family strengthening and advocacy programs
Services
PPEC Services
Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care (PPEC) provides licensed medical childcare for children up to age 21 with complex medical needs. Our facility includes nurse practitioners and specialized equipment for technologically dependent individuals, offering safe, reliable care in a supportive environment that combines medical treatment with educational programming.
Therapy Services
We deliver comprehensive speech, occupational, and physical therapy tailored to each child's needs. Our therapists work with patients aged birth to 21, addressing developmental challenges through personalized treatment plans that promote functional independence and improve quality of life while coordinating care with other medical and educational services.
Group Homes
Our ten-bed group homes provide 24/7 nursing care for youth with developmental disabilities or complex medical conditions. Staffed by licensed nurses and respiratory therapists, these homes focus on maximizing community participation through individualized education, therapy programs, and transition support from hospitals or home settings.
Home Health Care
Coastal Kids Care Home Health delivers necessary medical care directly in patients' homes for infants, children, and young adults with special healthcare needs. Our home health program includes skilled nursing visits, medication management, and coordination of durable medical equipment to support family caregivers in maintaining their child's health.
Special Education
BCC Academy offers specialized education for children with moderate disabilities from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Our non-profit private school combines academic instruction with therapeutic interventions and behavioral support services in a nurturing environment designed to meet individual developmental needs through personalized education plans.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We serve infants, children, and young adults up to age 21 with special healthcare needs and developmental disabilities.
Do you offer transportation services?
Yes, our transportation program helps remove access barriers by providing support for individuals with limited transportation options.
Are your services covered by insurance?
We accept various funding sources including Medicaid, private insurance, and state-sponsored programs for eligible services.
How can families get involved?
Families can participate in our support groups, advocacy programs, and community events like the annual Miles for Smiles 5K.
What volunteer opportunities exist?
We offer diverse volunteer opportunities supporting our programs, events, and direct care services for children with special needs.
