County Resources

Job search assistance and resources are available to the public free of charge. Toll Free: 1(877)967-5228 Hours: M-F 8A-5P

This program provides basic medical services to residents of this county who cannot receive health care coverage from any other source and who are eligible for the program. Eligibility is based on income and resources

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 toll free Crisis Hotline is 1-800-841-6467. 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.

A community health clinic. Enroll in their program for low-cost services. Services include: Pediatrics, Dental, Mental Health, Women

They offer GED Preparation. The program services five counties - Jim Wells, Duval, Kleberg, Brooks and Kenedy.

Adult Basic Education provides free classes for:GED PreparationBasic Reading, Writing, & MathEnglish as a Second Language (ESL)Citizenship PreparationTo enroll in a class, please call the ABE office at (325) 481-8324 for the next orientation date and enrollment information.Office Hours: Monday-Thursday: 7:30 AM to 5:00 PMFriday: ClosedClasses are held at many different locations.

A unique education agency, the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service teaches Texans wherever they live, extending research-based knowledge to benefit their families and communities.

This agency administers public housing programs such as Section 8 rental housing vouchers and Low Rent Public Housing for low income families. Eligibility for people convicted of criminal offenses varies and waiting lists are common.

These supportive services include outreach, case management, help in obtaining VA benefits, emergency financial assistance for rent & utilities and assistance in obtaining and coordinating other public benefits.

The Food Bank of Corpus Christi distributes food in bulk to nonprofit organizations or churches that have a purpose or mission statement related to the care and feeding of the ill, needy, or minor children. The Food Bank has Food Pantries in or serving every zip code in Corpus Christi and has representation in most of the 11 rural counties that they serve.Clients may call the Food Bank, give their zip code and they will refer them to the agency that is most convenient to their home. Clients must fall under the maximum income guidelines as designated by the USDA. The guidelines for income are based on family size, it is the responsibility of the pantries to determine if a client meets that criteria. The client must provide proof of residence in the area in which they live and a picture ID. Generally these pantries are emergency pantries which serve the clients at least 4 times per year.

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.

These supportive services include outreach, case management, help in obtaining VA benefits, emergency financial assistance for rent & utilities and assistance in obtaining and coordinating other public benefits.

302 W Allen St. Falfurrias, TX 78355 | (361) 325-2912 | https://www.prefalumc.com/

Falfurrias United Methodist Church gives free food to people in-need on the 2nd Friday of every month. Must register with ID and proof of address (any bill with current address) before receiving food. Registrations are accepted only on Wednesdays from 10 AM to 2PM at the United Methodist Thrift Store.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Alice, TX 78332 | (361) 668-1960 |  www.pdap.com

PDAP provides a positive, safe place where teenagers, adults, and family members can feel they belong, share their struggles coping with alcohol or drug abuse, and talk to counselors. It is a peer-based and 12-step program to mainly assist youth, age 5 to 17, deal with their own or a family member’s drug or alcohol abuse. To get involved, call to set up an appointment. All services are free.