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This list may not include all available services in a county; please call 2-1-1 to find other resources in your area. Also, some information included here may have changed. TCJE does not endorse any organization's services or religious affiliations, and we cannot guarantee that services will be provided. Before visiting an organization, please contact them about availability, waitlists, and eligibility requirements.

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Bosque County Resources

Community Health Services

Bosque County Indigent Health Care

500 N. Highway 174, Meridian, TX 76665 | (254) 435-2016 | (254) 435-2182 | http://www.dshs.state.tx.us

This program provides basic medical services to individuals in Bosque County who cannot receive health care coverage from any other source and who are eligible for the program. Eligibility is based on income.

Catholic Charities Fort Worth - Bishop Kevin W. Vann Dental Clinic

249 W. Thornhill Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76115 | (817) 289-3882 | (817) 289-0483 | http://www.catholiccharitiesfortworth.org/dentalclinic

The Catholic Charities Fort Worth (CCFW) Dental Clinic provides access to affordable, quality and safe dental care, dental health education and preventative services for economically disadvantaged individuals and families throughout our 28-county region. By appointment only. Potential patients must reside within one of the 28 counties served by the Diocese of FortWorth. The dental clinic does not restrict services in regard to religious affiliation, race, ethnicity, gender or disability. Patients qualifying for dental services must have a household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.

Heart of Texas Region MHMR

407 S. Hill St. PO Box 747, Meridian, TX 76665 | (254) 435-2211 or (254) 435-2785 | (254) 435-2796 | http://www.hotrmhmr.org

Provides community mental health services. Use the main phone number to contact an office for an appointment or to ask for more information about eligibility and programs. The 24-hour Crisis Hotline is 1-866-752-3451. This crisis number is for people facing an emergency situation, such as having a homicidal or suicidal thoughts. If your call is an emergency, a crisis team may be sent out to help manage your situation. If necessary, emergency services may also be contacted to respond to your crisis.Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

County Probation Offices

Comanche County Community Supervision & Corrections Department

211 S. Austin, Comanche, TX 76442-0118 | (325) 356-2181 | (325) 356-5525 | http://www.tdcj.state.tx.us

Education Assistance

General Educational Development Classes

1400 College Dr., Waco, TX 76708 | (254) 299-8777 | http://www.mclennan.edu

M-TH 9-5pm/M-F 6pm-9pm; Prepares out-of-school adults to pass the GED exam, which is an equivalency certificate to a high school diploma.

Heart of Texas Goodwill Industries

1700 South New Rd., Waco, TX 76711 | (254) 753-7337 | (254) 753-8006 | http://www.hotgoodwill.org

M-F 8-4:30pm; Provides help obtaining and retaining employment through activities including filling out applications, resume development, and interview skills. Services are free. Computer lab open to public.

Employment Services

Workforce Solutions Heart of Texas

TX(866) 982-9226 (toll-free) | http://www.hotworkforce.com

Job search assistance and resources are available to the public free of charge.

Legal Aid Services

Lone Star Legal Aid

900 Austin Ave. 7th Floor, Waco, TX 76701 | (800) 299-5596 | (254) 756-3381 | http://www.lonestarlegal.org/waco.pl

Other

Bosque County Veterans Services Office

The Veteran Services Officer acts as an advocate and assists veterans and/or their survivors obtain entitled benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the State of Texas.

Catholic Charities Fort Worth - Benefits Enrollment/Community Partner Program

249 W. Thornhill Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76115 | (817) 534-0814 or (866) 727-1494 Toll Free | 817-535-8779 | http://www.catholiccharitiesfortworth.org

Participates in the Community Partner Program (CPP) through its Benefits Enrollment program. As a CPP site, staff will help people use YourTexasBenefits.com website to submit online applications, including uploading documents for the following programs: Food Stamp/SNAP, Medicaid, TANF and CHIP. Additionally provides outreach and individual application assistance to those interested in learning more about long-term care services and Medicare Savings programs (QMB and Extra Help). In addition, staff will help clients manage their benefit cases as well as assist with renewals and making online changes. Anyone convicted of a drug-related felony (possession, use or distribution of a controlled substance) after August 22, 1996, is not eligible for SNAP (Food Stamps) benefits.

Catholic Charities Fort Worth - Financial Assistance

249 W. Thornhill Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76115 | (817) 534-0814 | http://www.catholiccharitiesfortworth.org

Catholic Charities

Tarrant Area Food Bank Social Services Outreach

2600 Cullen St., Fort Worth, TX 76107-1302 | (817) 332-9177 | (817) 877-5148 | http://www.tafb.org

Tarrant Area Food Bank is the distribution hub of a 13-county network of hunger-relief charities and social services centers. To find emergency food assistance, go to their website or call 2-1-1. Their SNAP/Food Stamp Outreach staff are available to visit their partner agencies and other community sites to ensure that anyone who is eligible for government benefits is aware and has the opportunity to apply.

Texas Department of Health and Human Services - Benefits Office

401 S. Hill St., Meridian, TX 76665 | (254) 435-2302 | (254) 435-2915 | http://www.yourtexasbenefits.com

The SNAP food benefits (formerly known as Food Stamps) helps people with low incomes and resources buy the food they need for good health. Medicaid Programs provide medical benefits for eligible low income adults, children, and families. CHIP offers a health insurance program for children. Call or visit website for program-specific eligibility information. Anyone convicted of a drug-related felony (possession, use or distribution of a controlled substance) after August 22, 1996, is not eligible for SNAP (Food Stamps) benefits.Hours: M-F, 8 am to 5 pm.

Helping Hands

Mondays only- Groceries; Call for further details

Parole Offices

Waco District Parole Office (District Reentry Center)

5401 N. State Hwy 6, Waco, TX 76712 | (254) 848-2547 | (254) 848-2572 | http://www.tdcj.state.tx.us

Treatment Programs

Alcoholics Anonymous Central Texas Intergroup

3201 Franklin Ave Suite 9, Waco, TX 76710 | (254) 754-3336 (answered 24/7) | http://www.centexintergroup.com

Alcoholics Anonymous