Resources
Community Resources
211 Texas
211 Texas has instituted a special line for COVID-19 that can now be accessed anywhere, 24/7 in Texas by community members needing assistance (food, health, housing, etc.) during the COVID-19 situation. The website is searchable by zip code. Call 2-1-1 or visit www.211texas.org.
Winfree Cares - Summer 2019 Resources
This list of community resources was compiled for use between June and August of 2019. While many of the providers and resources may still be valid, others may not. Winfree Academy Charter Schools does not endorse any particular person/agency on the list. Lists are not in any priority order.
Dallas Area Guide to Emergency Assistance - 2018
While many of the providers and resources may still be valid, others may not. Winfree Academy Charter Schools does not endorse any particular person/agency on the list.
Youth Services Directory - Dallas County
Homeless Services Directory - Tarrant County
here for TEXAS - Grant Halliburton Foundation
Food Resources
211 Texas
211 Texas has instituted a special line for COVID-19 that can now be accessed anywhere, 24/7 in Texas by community members needing assistance (food, health, housing, etc.) during the COVID-19 situation. The website is searchable by zip code. Call 2-1-1 or visit www.211texas.org.
Grab-and-Go Meals - Independent School Districts
Did you know many Texas School Districts are handing out free meals to learners ages 18 and under? Visit https://schoolmealfinder.hoonuit.com/, enter your address, and see what schools are serving nearest to you. For most, learners must be present to receive their meal.
North Texas Food Bank - Find a Food Pantry
If you or someone you know is seeking food assistance, the agency finder tool below to find a food pantry near you. https://ntfb.org/our-programs/get-food-assistance/find-a-food-pantry/
Important: When you find an agency that interests you, NTFB encourages you to contact them prior to visiting them to confirm their service hours and other information.
Feeding America
The Feeding America nationwide network of food banks secures and distributes 4.3 billion meals each year through food pantries and meal programs throughout the United States and leads the nation to engage in the fight against hunger.
Minnie's Food Pantry
Minnie’s Food Pantry is a 501C3 non-profit organization that provides healthy meals and educational resources and red-carpet treatment to every person that we serve. For many, Minnie’s Food Pantry is the first line of defense so a person can have a meal. We are proud to serve every zip code and all those in need, regardless of geographic boundaries, gender, race or religion. www.minniesfoodpantry.org or 972-596-0253.
Irving Cares
Irving Cares provides employment services, a food pantry, and financial assistance to residents of Irving, Texas. To find out more, please visit www.irvingcares.org or call 972-721-9181.
Denton Community Food Center
Denton Community Food Center is conducting a drive-thru food distribution. Clients will never have to leave their cars to receive food. You will need your ID.
Clients are still allowed 1 visit per month, 6 times per year.
Hours are 1-3 pm Monday-Friday.
306 N Loop 288 Suite 400, Denton, TX 76209
Denton
1508 E. McKinney St. Denton TX
Breakfast 6:00am -6:30am
Dinner 6:30pm- 7:00pm
Lewisville
206 W. Main St. Lewisville TX
Monday-Friday Lunches
12:00pm -1:00pm
The Shepherd’s Storehouse/Good Fellows
1189 South Hwy 377 Pilot Point
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
8:30am to 12:00am
300 W. Oak St. Denton TX
Monday-Friday
10:00am-12:00PM
Freedom House Pantry
1123 Fort Worth Dr. Denton TX
Monday-Friday
1:00pm-4pm
Singing Oaks Church of Christ
101 Cardinal Dr. Denton TX
(Corner of Cardinal & McKinney St)
Tuesday & Thursday
3:00-5:00pm
Hope Food and Clothing Ministry
819 Sherman Dr. Aubrey TX
Every 3rd Sat. of the Month
9:00am -11:00pm
Christian Community Action
200 S. Mill St. Lewisville TX
Monday-Friday
9:00 - 5:00pm
First Refuge Denton Site
1701 Broadway St.
Denton 76201
Dive-ups only
Monday 9:00-12:00pm
Wednesday 1:00pm- 4:00pm
Thursday 6:00pm-8:00pm
First Refuge Ministries Sanger Site
713 S.5th St.
Sanger TX 76266
Monday 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Thursday 9:00am - 12:00pm
(940) 484-4384
Pathway of Grace
5100 A Gus Thomasson Road
Mesquite, TX 75150
Wednesday 5:00pm - 7:00 pm
(830) 308-7284
Grand Prairie United Charities
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9am - 2pm
1417 Densmen St
Grand Prairie, TX - 75051
(972) 262-2014
Food pantry is serving clients curbside.
Baptist Benevolent Ministries of Irving
114 E. 2nd Street
Irving, TX 75061
(972) 254-0973
Monday - Friday
10:00am - 1:45pm
(Closed on Thursday)
White Rock Center of Hope
Dallas, TX - 75228
(214) 324-8996
Must live in zip codes 75214, 75218, 75223, 75228 and 75238. Eviction or termination notice required for FEMA assistance. Documentation Required: Must have valid picture identification card and social security card. Pantry Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00am-2:00pm
Community Enrichment Center
6250 NE Loop 820
North Richland Hills, TX 76180
(817) 281-1164
Picture Identification Proof of income (no more than 30 days old) Last 6 digits of SSN# for entire household Dates of birth for entire household Proof of address (no more than 30 days old) Live in one of the following zip codes: 76021, 76040, 76092, 76148, 76022, 76051, 76117, 76180, 76182, 76034, 76053, 76118, 76244, 76248, 76039, 76054, 76137 Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9:00am - 1:00pm Thursday 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Mental Health Resources
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Telephone and Text Support Lines |
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24/7) |
Provides crisis support for people thinking about suicide.
(All Ages) |
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Spanish Line: 1-888-628-9454
TTY: 1-800-799-4889 deaf and hard of hearing |
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COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line (24/7) Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) |
Provides mental health support for during COVID-19.
(All Ages) |
1-833-986-1919.
Translation available for Spanish |
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1-800-985-5990; or Text |
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“TalkWithUs” to 66746 |
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For SAMHSA’s Coping Resource |
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Counseling Line (24/7) Substance Abuse and Mental Health |
Provides a trained counselor to talk with during COVID-19. |
Guides: Virtual Recovery Resources and Disaster Distress Helpline. |
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Services Administration (SAMHSA) |
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Text “TalkWithUs” to 66746. |
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(TTY: 1-800-847-8517)
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Spanish:
1-800-985-5590; or Text "Hablanos" to 6674 |
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Support Line (24/7) National Domestic Violence |
Provides counseling support for those experiencing emotional or physical abuse.
(All Ages) |
1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Translation available for Spanish
TTY: 1-800-787-3224; Text “LOVEIS” to 22522 |
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Information and Referral Line (24/7) 2-1-1 |
Provides a comprehensive locator service for social supports including food, housing, money, legal and additional mental and behavioral health services.
(All Ages) |
Call 2-1-1 for help. 2-1-1 line has a menu for English or Spanish. Menu provides help in multiple languages by pressing “0” |
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Veteran’s Crisis Line (24/7) |
Provides support for veterans in distress.
(All Ages) |
1-800-273-8255 and press 1
Deaf and hard of hearing TTY: 1-899-799-4889
Can enlist an interpreter in almost any language. |
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National Crisis Text Line (24/7) |
Provides counseling support by text
(All Ages) |
Text “HOME” to 741741 English Only. Advised to use National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for Spanish.
More information on Crisis Text Line webpage |
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Trevor Project Text Line (24/7) |
Provides support to young LGBTQ persons by text.
(Ages 13-24) |
Text “START” to 678678 More information at TheTrevorProject.org
English only |
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My Health My Resources (MHMR) of Tarrant County |
Mental health and Substance Use Disorder emergency support is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. |
ICARE Call Center: Local: (817) 335-3055 Toll free: (800) 866- 2465 tty: (817) 569-4488 |
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LifePath Systems |
This service is available for all adults and children living in Collin County, regardless of insurance or income status. |
Call the Crisis Hotline for a mental health or substance abuse crisis requiring immediate professional intervention at (877) 422-5939 |
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My Health My Resources (MHMR) of Denton County |
Mental health and Substance Use Disorder emergency support is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. |
Crisis Hotline: (800) 762-0157 |
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Online Information, Websites, and Virtual Support |
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The Child Mind Institute |
Provides virtual support for families during COVID-19.
(For Parents) |
Get more information on virtual support on the Child Mind Institute COVID-19 webpage
English only |
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National Association for Mental Illness Texas (NAMI -Texas) |
Provides virtual support groups during COVID-19 for persons with mental illness and family members.
(All Ages) |
Learn more and register on the NAMI Registration webpage for virtual support groups for families coping with mental illness.
English or Spanish |
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Social Care Network - Aunt Bertha |
Locate comprehensive resources through this database to find local social services, food, housing, job training, legal, mental and behavioral health providers, medical care.
(All Ages) |
Free online search for local resources at AuntBertha.com
French, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish, screen readers for visually impaired |
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Texas Community Mental Health Centers (HHSC) |
Locate local community mental health authority (LMHA) and service centers by region, (both physical and virtual in various areas of the state). Services provided based on eligibility. Also serves individuals with developmental disabilities.
(All Ages) |
Texas Community Mental Health Centers Resource page (search by zip code)
English or Spanish |
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Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities |
Provides information, guidance, and resources to support those with developmental disabilities.
(All Ages) |
Find more information at Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities
Provides information in multiple languages. Listed languages are Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin. Can translate into any language on Website. |
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Outreach, Screening Assessment and Referral Centers (OSAR) List HHSC |
Locate local substance use treatment and recovery services (both physical and virtual available in various areas of the state).
(All Ages) |
Find your Texas Regional OSAR Center
English or Spanish |
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SAMHSA Treatment Locator |
Provides a confidential anonymous source of information for persons seeking mental health or substance use treatment facilities.
(All Ages) |
Find facilities for behavioral health (mental health or substance use) services at the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Locator
Search by almost any language. |
Education Rights & Responsibilities
Three Ways to Slow the Spread
- Wear a mask to help stop the spread of COVID-19 to others.
- Stay at least 6 feet (about two arm lengths) from others who don’t live with you, particularly in crowded areas.
- Wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
How to Protect Yourself When Going Out
- Wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth to help protect others.
- Choose a mask with two or more layers of washable, breathable fabric that fits snugly against the sides of your face.
- Stay 6 feet apart and avoid crowds.
- The more people you are in contact with, the more likely you are to be exposed to COVID-19.
- Avoid indoor spaces as much as possible, particularly ones that aren’t well ventilated.
- You may find it harder to stay 6 feet apart in indoor spaces.
- Wash your hands often.
- Use soap and water for 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place or hand sanitizer if soap and water aren’t available.