Community and Emergency Resources
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Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Comal, Frio, Gillespie, Guadalupe, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, Medina, Wilson counties |
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Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Leon, Madison, Robertson, Washington counties |
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Bell, Coryell, Hamilton, Lampasas, Milam, Mills, San Saba counties |
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Aransas, Bee, Brooks, Duval, Jim Wells, Kenedy, Kleberg, Live Oak, McMullen, Nueces, Refugio, San Patricio counties |
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Coke, Concho, Crockett, Irion, Kimble, Mason, McCulloch, Menard, Reagan, Schleicher, Sterling, Sutton, Tom Green counties |
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Angelina, Houston, Jasper, Nacogdoches, Newton, Polk, Sabine, San Augustine, San Jacinto, Shelby, Trinity, Tyler counties |
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Anderson, Camp, Cherokee, Gregg, Harrison, Henderson, Marion, Panola, Rains, Rusk, Smith, Upshur, Van Zandt, Wood counties |
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Calhoun, DeWitt, Goliad, Gonzales, Jackson, Lavaca, Victoria counties |
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Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Colorado, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, Walker, Waller, Wharton counties |
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Bosque, Falls, Freestone, Hill, Limestone, McLennan counties |
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Dimmit, Edwards, Kinney, La Salle, Maverick, Real, Uvalde, Val Verde, Zavala counties |
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Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hunt, Kaufman, Navarro, Rockwall counties |
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Erath, Hood, Johnson, Palo Pinto, Parker, Somervell, Tarrant, Wise counties |
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Bowie, Cass, Delta, Franklin, Hopkins, Lamar, Morris, Red River, Titus counties |
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Archer, Baylor, Clay, Cottle, Foard, Hardeman, Jack, Montague, Wichita, Wilbarger, Young counties |
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Armstrong, Briscoe, Carson, Castro, Childress, Collingsworth, Dallam, Deaf Smith, Donley, Gray, Hall, Hansford, Hartley, Hemphill, Hutchinson, Lipscomb, Moore, Ochiltree, Oldham, Parmer, Potter, Randall, Roberts, Sherman, Swisher, Wheeler counties |
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Andrews, Borden, Crane, Dawson, Ector, Gaines, Glasscock, Howard, Loving, Martin, Midland, Pecos, Reeves, Terrell, Upton, Ward, Winkler counties |
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Brewster, Culberson, El Paso, Hudspeth, Jeff Davis, Presidio counties |
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Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Hays, Lee, Llano, Travis, Williamson counties |
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Bailey, Cochran, Crosby, Dickens, Floyd, Garza, Hale, Hockley, King, Lamb, Lubbock, Lynn, Motley, Terry, Yoakum counties |
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| Jim Hogg, Webb, Zapata counties | |
| Hardin, Jefferson, Orange counties | |
| Cooke, Fannin, Grayson counties | |
| Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr, Willacy counties | |
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Brown, Callahan, Coleman, Comanche, Eastland, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Kent, Knox, Mitchell, Nolan, Runnels, Scurry, Shackelford, Stephens, Stonewall, Taylor, Throckmorton counties |
Resource Directories by Area
Statewide
Veteran Specific Resource Directory (PDF)
Organizations Providing Financial Assistance (PDF)
Many community organizations, non-profits and local agencies provide services specifically for Veterans and their families. These resources, plus programs for emergency assistance, can be found in this directory.
TexVet - Partners Across Texas (Website)
TexVet is dedicated to providing veterans, military members and their families with equal access to information. By collecting federal, state, and local Veteran Service Organization (VSO) information, TexVet has created an online Veterans Services Provider Network (VSPN).
Texas Health and Human Services Commission (Website)
This website is an easy and secure way to apply for your Texas Health and Human Services Commission benefits. Texas benefits include: Medicaid, SNAP food benefits, TANF cash help, and nursing home care and services for people who are elderly or have disabilities.
Veterans Crisis Line
1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
The Veterans Crisis Line is a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) resource that connects Veterans in crisis or their families and friends with qualified, caring VA professionals. Assistance is available through a confidential, toll-free hotline or via online chat. The Veterans Crisis Line is staffed by caring VA responders, many who are Veterans themselves. Each responder understands the unique Veteran experience and is trained to handle any crisis. Veterans and their loved ones can call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 or chat online to receive confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Military OneSource (Website)
Education, relocation, parenting, stress - you name it - Military OneSource is here to help you with just about any need. Available by phone or online, our free service is provided by the Department of Defense for active-duty, Guard, and Reserve service members and their families. The service is completely private and confidential, with few exceptions.
RCS Combat Call Center
1-877-WAR-VETS
1-877-WAR-VETS is an around the clock confidential call center where combat Veterans and their families can call to talk about their military experience or any other issue they are facing in their readjustment to civilian life. The staff is comprised of combat Veterans from several eras as well as families members of combat Veterans. This benefit is prepaid through the Veteran’s military service.
In Need of Transportation? Public Transportation Links Throughout Texas Provided by TxDOT
Rural Transportation Contacts: http://www.txdot.gov/drivers_vehicles/public_transit/contacts.htm?type=rural
Urban Transportation Contacts: http://www.txdot.gov/drivers_vehicles/public_transit/contacts.htm?type=urban
Family Endeavors is a long-standing non-profit agency that provides an array of programs and services in support of children, families, and those struggling with disabilities.
The Mission of San Antonio Family Endeavors is to provide comprehensive, effective, and innovative services that empower people to build better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities. We believe in people. We believe in their capacity to grow, to heal, to change, to succeed, and to affect those around them for the better.
http://www.safamilyendeavors.org/
Alamo Region
Veteran Specific Resource Directory (PDF)
Many community organizations, non-profits and local agencies provide services specifically for Veterans and their families. These resources, plus programs for emergency assistance, can be found in this directory.
2-1-1 Alamo Region Directory:
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
- Live Online Chat (Website)
- Online Search Directory (Website)
Bryan/College Station Region
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Central Texas Region
Veteran Specific Resource Directory (PDF)
Many community organizations, non-profits and local agencies provide services specifically for Veterans and their families. These resources, plus programs for emergency assistance, can be found in this directory.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Coastal Bend Region
Veteran Specific Resource Directory (PDF)
Many community organizations, non-profits and local agencies provide services specifically for Veterans and their families. These resources, plus programs for emergency assistance, can be found in this directory.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Concho Valley Region
Veteran Specific Resource Directory (PDF)
Many community organizations, non-profits and local agencies provide services specifically for Veterans and their families. These resources, plus programs for emergency assistance, can be found in this directory.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Deep East Texas Region
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
East Texas Region
Veteran Specific Resource Directory (PDF)
Many community organizations, non-profits and local agencies provide services specifically for Veterans and their families. These resources, plus programs for emergency assistance, can be found in this directory.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Golden Crescent Region
Veteran Specific Resource Directory (PDF)
Many community organizations, non-profits and local agencies provide services specifically for Veterans and their families. These resources, plus programs for emergency assistance, can be found in this directory.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Gulf Coast Region
Veteran Specific Resource Directory (PDF)
Many community organizations, non-profits and local agencies provide services specifically for Veterans and their families. These resources, plus programs for emergency assistance, can be found in this directory.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Houston Returning Veterans Initiative Directory (PDF)
This directory is designed to assist veterans and returning service members by connecting them with services and benefits at Federal, State and City agencies, as well as non-profit organizations.
Heart of Texas Region
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Middle Rio Grande Region
Veteran Specific Resource Directory (PDF)
Many community organizations, non-profits and local agencies provide services specifically for Veterans and their families. These resources, plus programs for emergency assistance, can be found in this directory.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
North Central Texas - Dallas Region
Veteran Specific Resources (PDF)
Many community organizations, non-profits and local agencies provide services specifically for Veterans and their families. These resources, plus programs for emergency assistance, can be found in this directory.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
North Central Texas - Fort Worth Region
Veteran Specific Resource Directory (PDF)
Many community organizations, non-profits and local agencies provide services specifically for Veterans and their families. These resources, plus programs for emergency assistance, can be found in this directory.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
North East Texas Region
Veteran Specific Resource:
Mental Health America of Greater Dallas
624 N. Good Latimer, Ste. 200, Dallas, TX 75204
214/871-420
Area Served: Dallas, Denton, Collin, Rockwall, Kaufman, Hunt, Delta, Hopkins, Rains, Van Zandt, Ellis and Navarro Counties
Services Provided: The goal of Operation Healthy Reunions is to improve the lives of OEF and OIF service personnel, veterans and their families with referral mental health services through family and individual counseling for PTSD and TBI. Eligibility is based on OEF/OIF deployment.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
North Texas Region
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Panhandle Region
Veteran Specific Resource:
Samaritan Counseling Center of West Texas, Inc.
10008 Pilot Ave, Midland, TX 79706
432-563-4144
Area Served: Andrews, Brewster, Crane, Crockett, Dawson, Ector, Gaines, Glasscock, Howard, Irion, Jeff Davis, Loving, Martin, Midland, Mitchell, Pecos, Presidio, Reagan, Reeves, Schleicher, Scurry, Sterling, Sutton, Terrell, Upton, Ward, and Winkler Counties
Services Provided: Free counseling for soldiers (current and veteran) of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars and their families.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Permian Basin Region
Veteran Specific Resource:
Samaritan Counseling Center of West Texas, Inc.
10008 Pilot Ave, Midland, TX 79706
432-563-4144
Area Served: Andrews, Brewster, Crane, Crockett, Dawson, Ector, Gaines, Glasscock, Howard, Irion, Jeff Davis, Loving, Martin, Midland, Mitchell, Pecos, Presidio, Reagan, Reeves, Schleicher, Scurry, Sterling, Sutton, Terrell, Upton, Ward, and Winkler Counties
Services Provided: Free counseling for soldiers (current and veteran) of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars and their families.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Rio Grande Region
Veteran Specific Resource:
Samaritan Counseling Center of West Texas, Inc.
10008 Pilot Ave, Midland, TX 79706
432-563-4144
Area Served: Andrews, Brewster, Crane, Crockett, Dawson, Ector, Gaines, Glasscock, Howard, Irion, Jeff Davis, Loving, Martin, Midland, Mitchell, Pecos, Presidio, Reagan, Reeves, Schleicher, Scurry, Sterling, Sutton, Terrell, Upton, Ward, and Winkler Counties
Services Provided: Free counseling for soldiers (current and veteran) of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars and their families.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
South Central Texas Region
Veteran Specific Resource Directory (PDF)
Many community organizations, non-profits and local agencies provide services specifically for Veterans and their families. These resources, plus programs for emergency assistance, can be found in this directory.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
South Plains Region
Veteran Specific Resource:
Lubbock Regional MHMR Center
904 Avenue O, Lubbock, TX 79408-2828
806-787-9570
Area Served: Cochran, Crosby, Hockley, Lubbock and Lynn Counties
Services Provided: Emergency financial assistance is provided to qualifying veterans, spouses, dependent children, dependent parents and surviving spouses. Housing assistance is available for homeless veterans. We also offer:
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
South Texas Region
Veteran Specific Resource:
American Red Cross (San Antonio Texas Chapter)
(210) 221-3355/224-5151
Area Served: Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Comal, Dimmit, Edwards, Frio, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Karnes, Kendall, Kinney, LaSalle, Maverick, McMullen, Medina, Real, Uvalde, Val Verde, Webb, Wilson, Zapata, and Zavala Counties
Services Provided: Red Cross volunteers serve hospitalized veterans and VA medical centers. These volunteers provide support, comfort and peace of mind to service men and women who are recovering from illness or injury.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Southeast Texas Region
Veteran Specific Resource:
Salvation Army - Port Arthur
3145 25th Street, Port Arthur, TX 77643
409-983-2229
Area Served: Jefferson County
Services Provided: Housing Assistance for homeless Veterans.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Texoma Region
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
Tip of Texas Region
Veteran Specific Resource:
Vets4Vets
Area Served: Hidalgo, Cameron, Willacy, Starr, Harris, Dallas, Tarrant, Wichita, Eastland
Services Provided: Peer Support program to help OEF/OIF veterans and their family members.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.
West Central Texas Region
Veteran Specific Resource Directory (PDF)
Many community organizations, non-profits and local agencies provide services specifically for Veterans and their families. These resources, plus programs for emergency assistance, can be found in this directory.
2-1-1 Directory (Website)
The 2-1-1 Directory is a comprehensive database of community- based organizations, government agencies and nonprofits in Texas. Whether you need help finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment, you can find it here.