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Want a copy of this list? CLICK HERE 2012-2013 COMMUNITY RESOURCE LIST The intent of this Resource List is to provide an information service of agencies within the Allen Community and Metroplex. No attempt is made to pass judgment on programs or agencies by their inclusion or exclusion. Listed in “categories of need” and alphabetically. EMERGENCY NUMBERS ADAPT – 24 Hour Mental Health Crisis Line & Crisis Team – 1-866-260-8000 CRISIS/SUICIDE 24-Hour Counseling Hotline – (972) 233-2233 – TEEN Crisis Hotline - (972) 233-8336 CHILD ABUSE HOTLINE – 1-800-252-5400 on-line reporting - https://www.txabusehotline.org C.I.T.Y. HOUSE SHELTER – EMERGENCY Plano Shelter for runaway/abandoned youth - (972) 423-7057 HOPES DOOR (Collin Co. Women's Center) – (972) 422-7233 NATIONAL TEEN DATING ABUSE HOTLINE – 1-866-331-9474 www.loveisrespect.org NORTH TEXAS POISON CONTROL – 1-800-222-1222 NORTH TEXAS YOUTH CONNECTION – EMERGENCY Shelter for runaway/abandoned youth - facility located in Sherman - (800) 568-7776 ALLEN POLICE DEPARTMENT – Emergency #911 – Non-Emergency (214) 509-4200 RUNAWAY HOTLINE – (24-HOUR HOTLINE) Call 1-888-580-HELP or 1-888-580-4357 STOP DRUGS – Stop drugs in Allen! Report drug use anonymously 24-Hour Hotline – (972) 727-8477 TEXAS YOUTH HOTLINE – (24-Hour Hotline) 1-800-210-2278 THE TURNING POINT (formerly Rape Crisis Center of Collin County) – 24-Hour Hotline – (972) 985-0951 SUICIDE AND CRISIS CENTER OF NORTH TEXAS – 24 Hour Hotline (214) 828-1000 COMMUNITY AGENCIES AND PROGRAMS AIDS Services of North Texas – 1316 14th St. Plano (972) 424-1480 Must have referral from physician. Assist with food, rent, prescriptions, housing, and insurance. Counseling services also available. Allen Community Outreach (ACO) - 801 East Main, Allen, TX (972) 727-9131 Provides food, clothing, utility bill, and rent assistance for residents of Allen, Fairview, and Lucas. Screening process required. Families may apply for school supply assistance if the child is on free or reduced lunch program. http://www.acocares.org/ Allen Parks and Recreation – 1 Butler Circle Allen (972) 727-0140 American Red Cross – 1450 N. Redbud Blvd. McKinney (972) 562-0601 Provides immediate assistance in disaster situations. Also provides financial and support services for military personnel and their families. Barney & Me Boxing Program – 1207 E. Louisiana, McKinney – (972) 562-5958 – FREE – Ages 7-17 Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Dallas & Collin Co. – 2591 N. Dallas Parkway, #501 Frisco – (972) 573-2330 Volunteers serve as friends/role models for children ages 6-15 from single-parent families. www.bbbstx.org Boys & Girls Club of Collin County – 1111 Avenue H, Plano – (972) 424-6301, 701 S. Church, McKinney – (972) 542-1620 ext. 115 8750 McKinney Street, Frisco – (214) 387-8405 Offers athletic, educational, social and recreational activities for youth ages 6-18. Volunteers welcome. http://www.bgccc.org/ Camp Conquer– 972-459-9992 - 3 day camp held once a year for children ages 7-14 who have recently lost a loved one. It is free of charge and is held at Collin County Adventure Camp in Anna, TX. Applications can be mailed to 417 Oak Bend Suite 170; Lewisville, TX 75067 or faxed to CCART - Collin County Area Regional Transportation - (972) 562 – 4275 CCART provides one-way or round trip transportation in Collin County for individuals residing in Collin County. Fees - $1.50 each way for individuals with a disability or those who are 60 years of age or older. All other riders are charged $3 each way. Call to schedule pick-up and drop-off times. http://www.cccoaweb.org/ccart.html CASA of Collin County - 112 W. Virginia St. McKinney (972) 529-2272 Designated by the judge for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) to become the child/adolescent's guardian ad litem. A volunteer is then assigned to the child to advocate for what is in the child's best interest. http://www.casaofcollincounty.org/ Child Care Services of North Central Texas – Child Protective Services of Texas – CHILD ABUSE – Report it! It's the Law! 24-Hour Hotline-1-800-252-5400 Investigates allegations of neglect, abuse, assault and sexual molestation of children. On-line reporting: http://www.txabusehotline.org/. C.I.T.Y. House (Collin Intervention to Youth) – 902 E. 16th St., Plano – Shelter Children's Advocacy Center – 2205 Los Rios, Plano, 75074 – Coordinates services for victimized children – Child Support Office – Div. of the Attorney General's Office – 210 S. McDonald McKinney – (972) 548-4305 Enforces Child Support Order; Establishes paternity; Enforces Medial Support; Withholds wages for non-payment of Child Support; Reports delinquent parent to the Credit Bureau. Open Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm except holidays. Collin County Veterans Services – 900 E. Park Blvd., Suite 150 Plano 75074 - (972) 881-3060 Assists and aids all veterans and dependents with benefits that they may be entitled to by the Federal Government or by the State of Texas. http://www.co.collin.tx.us/veterans/index.jsp Community Lifeline Center – 1601 W. University, Suite B McKinney – (972) 542-0020 The Community Lifeline Center provides a range of support services to Collin County veterans or qualifying family members. Services include: housing & utility assistance, medical and dental, prescriptions, transportation, counseling, job development/training, legal assistance, auto care, and bereavement. http://www.communitylifeline.org Community Mobile Sonogram –Division for Assistive and Rehabilitation Services (DARS) – 520 Central Parkway East, #232 Plano, TX Early Childhood Intervention of Lifepath Systems (ECI) – P.O Box 828 McKinney 75070 (972) 359-1110 referral fax line 972-359-1119 Provides services to children aged 0-3 who are experiencing developmental delays and/or have a qualifying medical diagnosis. The Elisa Project - 3102 Oak Lawn Avenue, Suite 520, Dallas, TX 75219, (214) 369-5222 Dedicated to the prevention and effective treatment of eating disorders through support, awareness, education, and advocacy. Provides workshops with students and supplemental workshops with counselors, teachers, nurses, and coaches. All programs are offered free of charge. www.theelisaproject.org Equip - 5600 Ross Ave., Dallas, Texas 75206, Tel: (214) 827-7337 Provides tools for families to retain self sufficiency. Eligibility is determined by: low-income households that are at risk of becoming homeless, have minor children, behind with rent, drug free, no aggressive felonies, are employed or employable, have a gross monthly income under 50% of the Area Median Income, and agree to participate in a mentoring program. www.equipmyfamily.org Eye Exams/Glasses –Contact School Nurse for referral to VSP program. Any child who qualifies for a free or reduced school lunch qualifies for the eyeglass program. Food Stamps (SNAP) - 901 N McDonald, McKinney, 75069, Phone: (972) 562 – 5832 Assists individuals and families with low incomes and resources to purchase the food they need for good health. Eligibility is based on the number of people in the household, income from work, SSI, unemployment, and Social Security, and resources (cash, bank accounts, etc.) http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/help/food/foodstamps/index.html Health & Human Services & Child Welfare of Texas – 901 N. McDonald, Ste. 800, McKinney – (972) 562-5832 Administers and provides qualifying information for the Food Stamp Program and Medicaid Benefits. Hope's Door - Women’s Shelter of Collin Co.– HOTLINE – (972) 422-7233 The 30 day shelter offers individual and group counseling, legal referrals and children’s counseling for victims of domestic/dating violence. Outreach Branch - For women who are preparing to leave an abusive relationship or have left a relationship and do not need shelter – Call (972) 422-2911. Battering Intervention Programs for abusers also available. www.hopesdoorinc.org Immigration & Counseling Services - (Catholic Charities) 5415 Maple Ave., #400, Dallas – (214) 634-7182 Provides assistance and counseling for persons seeking legal immigration status/political asylum/U.S. citizenship as well as special assistance for abused immigrant women. http://www.catholiccharitiesdallas.org/ Legal Services of Northwest Texas –Legal Aide for qualifying clients. McKinney: (972) 542-9405 Intake Line 1-888-529-5277 FREE Legal Phone Assistance. Legal clinics meet in Allen at 1st UMC 601. S. Greenville Ave. on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. No assistance for criminal cases, traffic tickets, medical malpractice, or personal injury. Must be a legal US resident unless a victim of domestic violence. http://www.lanwt.org/ Life Talk Resource Center– 8380 Warren Parkway, Suite 204, Frisco (214) 618-9352 Free pregnancy and STD testing. http://www.lifetalkresourcecenter.org/ Meals on Wheels- 600 N. Tennessee St., McKinney, TX 75070, Phone: 972-562-6996 Ext. 132 Provides weekly meals to homebound adults aged 60+ with no provider in the home to assist with meal preparation. http://cccoaweb.org/MOW.html Mosaic Family Services – 4144 N Central Expy, #530, Dallas (214) 821-5393 A nonprofit community-based organization that provides services free of charge to refugees and immigrants who are victims of human trafficking and domestic violence. Staff is fluent in 25 languages. www.mosaicservices.org Plano Housing Authority – 1740 G Avenue Plano 75074 (972) 423-4928 Owns and manages 24 public housing units in the city of Plano for low income families. Public housing residents pay about 30% of their adjusted monthly income in rent. The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program gives elderly persons, disabled persons, and low income working families vouchers for rental subsidies and allows them to rent homes from private property owners. http://www.planoha.org/ Salvation Army of Collin Co. – 600 Wilson Creek Allen – For assistance and qualifying guidelines, call (972) 542-6694. Must meet with a caseworker and have a state issued ID and social security card. Assistance with utilities, food, and clothing. http://www.uss.salvationarmy.org/ Samaritan Inn – 1710 N. McDonald St., McKinney, TX 75071 – (972) 562-7375 – 24-Hour (972) 542-5302 Homeless shelter of Collin Co. for individuals and families. Volunteer Services, Cheryl Spofford http://www.thesamaritaninn.org/ Seven Loaves Food Pantry – 5801 West Plano Parkway Plano, 469-385-1818 St Andrew’s United Methodist Church food pantry is open to any Collin County resident with a current picture ID for all adults in the family, ID for anyone under 18 years old (birth certificate, Medicaid card or school record) and proof of residency in zip codes served (such as a utility bill). One person may obtain food for the entire family once documentation is provided on other family members. The pantry hours are Thursdays from 4-7 PM and Saturday mornings from 9 AM – Noon. Residents may visit the pantry once a month. For additional information, you may email the church at foodpantry@standrewumc.org or go to www.7loavescommunity.org Social Security Office - 3250 Craig Dr. McKinney, TX 75070, (972) 562-5700 Strengthening Families of North Texas—P.O. Box 261903 Plano 75026 - (972) 867-9470 Working to strengthen families and keep them together. All services are FREE – no income guidelines. Services in Spanish available. Services: Parenting Classes, Resume Assistance and Job Find Assistance, Individual, Couples, & Family Counseling, Play Therapy, Respite Care (emergency child care--need 24 hour notice), & Home Visits for those without transportation. Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas - Available 24/7 at (214) 828-1000 Services offered include a 24-hour crisis hotline, a Survivors of Suicide (SOS) grief group for loved ones left behind after a suicide, crisis intervention training, and mental health check ups (TeenScreen) for teenagers. http://www.sccenter.org/ Texas Law Help – FREE, low cost legal assistance in Texas. Assistance with housing, health, disability, civil rights, family law, domestic violence, immigration, naturalization, citizenship, and income tax. Tobacco Free North Texas– 1349 1-877-YES-QUIT (1-877-937-7848) Provides free counseling and nicotine replacement therapies to assist individuals who want to stop smoking. http://yesquit.com/ www.tobaccofreentx.org Victim's Assistance of Collin Co. – 2100 Bloomdale Rd. # 20004 McKinney - FREE services thru District Attorney's Office – Susan Webb METRO (972) 424-1460 x4357 OR (972) 548-4357 Support for Victims of Violent Crime and their families, including families of homicide, as they recover from the physical and psychological trauma of violent crime. Services: 1) court accompaniment; 2) crisis counseling referrals; 3) criminal justice system reform; 4) follow-up contact; 5) assistance in filing claims; 6) shelter/safe house referrals; 7) emergency legal assistance; 8) advocacy; and 9)public awareness. Warren Center – 320 Custer Road Richardson 75080 (972) 490-9055 Groups and summer camps for youth aged 3-16 who have an autism diagnosis. Medicaid accepted and the center also offers a sliding fee scale. www.thewarrencenter.org WIC (Women, Infant and Children) – McKinney Office - 825 N. McDonald, Suite 120 – (972) 548-5543 Plano Office - 900 E. Park, Suite 165 – (972) 633-3350 Eligibility Requirements: Pregnant women, women who are breastfeeding a baby under 1 year of age, women who have had a baby in the past six months, parents, step-parents, guardians, and foster parents of infants and children under the age of 5 can apply for their children, meet the household income guidelines at or below 185% of the federal poverty level. http://www.co.collin.tx.us/healthcare_services/wic.jsp Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas (Texas Workforce Commission) – 1713 Louisiana McKinney, TX (972) 542-3381 Job placement and preparation for employment opportunities. www.ntxworksolutions.org Register for work at http://www.workintexas.com/ Youth Edge Program (Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas) – 820 Jupiter Road #100 Plano – (469) 229-0099 ext. 3230 Job placement and educational training for youth aged 16+. Youth First Texas (YFT) - 8930 Hwy 121, Suite 594, McKinney, TX 75070 – Contact: (214) 879-0400, Toll Free (866) 576-0042 Mission is to provide a safe place for LGBTQ youth to strengthen opportunities for life skills, leadership development, peer support and educational advancement. For group information, e-mail YFT at collincounty@youthfirsttexas.org www.youthfirsttexas.org COUNSELING RESOURCES Avenues Counseling Center – 201 W. Louisiana, McKinney – (972) 562-9647 Specializes in adolescent, family, substance abuse, and general counseling. Will see adolescents for mental health only. A North Star Agency and sliding scale fee. Eclipse – Adolescent drug and alcohol support groups. Drug tests available – Urine Analysis and Breathalyzers $20. Cancer Support Community – Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital, Allen 1105 Central Expressway, Suite 130 Allen (972) 747-6078 The mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community. Completely free of charge and nonprofit, Cancer Support Community offers educational presentations, support groups and networking groups, workshops, fun social events, children’s support program, bereavement support www.cancersupporttexas.org Professional individual, family and marital counseling and intensive outpatient drug and alcohol program (IOP and SOP) based on ability to pay. (Both English and Spanish counseling provided.) Drug tests - $10. Child & Family Guidance Center of Collin Co. – 4031 W. Plano Pkwy, #211, Plano – (214) 351-3490 Services: 1) Specialist in psychological treatment of children, adolescents, and families: 2) Family Therapy, Step-Family, and Single Parent issues; 3) psychological testing including ADD/ADHD: 4) insurance filed by Clinic. Fees based on income and family size Approved North Star application site. Children's Solutions – Provides in home counseling services and case management for families who qualify for North Star/Value Options. Safety Net Program – Provides free group counseling, crisis and intervention counseling, drug/alcohol/tobacco education, and curriculum-based support groups for teens 12-18 at AHS &LFC Individual counseling services provided at the Pat Dillard Center. http://www.childrenandfamilies.org/ Children's Medical Center – Center for Pediatric Eating Disorders - 1935 Medical District Drive, Dallas, Crime Victims Compensation – 1-800-983-9933 Free counseling services for individuals who have been the victim of a reported crime. Applications available at the local police department and must include the report number. Galaxy Counseling Center – 2600 K Avenue, Suite 206, Plano – (972) 272-4429 Individual, adolescent (12 years+), marital, couples, and family counseling conducted in English and Spanish with concerns related to trauma (ex: sexual, physical, emotional abuse), mental health problems (anxiety, depression, etc.) and relationship problems (divorce, step families, family conflict, etc.) Clients enrolled in Value Options North Star and self-pay are accepted. www.galaxycounseling.org/ Grief Support Group – 1515 N. Greenville Ave Allen - Group leader, Jeanne Girsch (972) 727–1177 Meets the 1st Thursday of the month at 7 PM. All ages welcome. Additional meeting at a local restaurant on the 3rd Thursday of the month. For that meeting location contact Dee Liscano at (972) 727-3820. Immigration & Counseling Services – 5415 Maple Ave., #400, Dallas – (214) 634-7182 – Provides assistance and counseling for persons seeking legal immigration status, political asylum or U.S. citizenship, as well as, special assistance for abused immigrant women. Jewish Family Services – 5402 Arapaho Road Dallas 75248 (972) 437-9950 Services are available to anyone in the Dallas area and include: counseling (individual, couples, family, child/adolescent), parenting support, support groups, emergency assistance, services for individuals with disabilities or special needs, career & employment assistance, family violence intervention, services for the elderly & disabled, and volunteer opportunities. Insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and sliding fee scale available. www.JFSdallas.org Life Path Systems (Formerly M.H.M.R.) – 3920 Alma Dr., Plano – (972) 562-0190 Child/Adolescent Services provides crisis support for children through age 17, who are exhibiting signs of major depression/suicidal tendencies, etc., Also available – Psychiatrists on staff for diagnosis and medication management. Approved North Star application site. Mosaic Family Services – 4144 N Central Expy, #530, Dallas (214) 821-5393 A nonprofit community-based organization that provides services free of charge to refugees and immigrants who are victims of human trafficking and domestic violence. Staff is fluent in 25 languages. www.mosaicservices.org PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) – (972) 77-PFLAG (73524) Advocacy and support group for lesbians and gays, their families, and friends. www.pflagdallas.org Renfrew Center– 9400 North Central Expressway, Suite 150 Dallas STAR Counseling Program– 205 W. Boyd, # 105B, Allen – Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas - Available 24/7 at (214) 828-1000 Youth Advocate Programs, Inc - 4225 Office Parkway Dallas 75204 (214) 821-6504 Provides in home counseling for families with youth aged 4-17 that qualify for North Star or CHIPS. Intakes are conducted at the Dallas office. Psychiatrist on staff for evaluation and medications. DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE RESOURCES A list of all U.S. Substance Abuse Treatment Centers can be found on SAMHSA's website: http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/TreatmentLocator/faces/quickSearch.jspx or by calling 1-800-662-HELP. Al-Anon – 601 S. Greenville Avenue, Allen Support group to help families and friends of alcoholics recover from the effects of living with the problem drinking of a relative or friend. Meetings are held on Tuesdays at 8 PM in the Wesley House at the First United Methodist Church http://www.dallasal-anon.org/ Alateen– Allen Serenity Alateen Group, 601 S. Greenville Avenue, Allen Support group for teens affected by the drug and/or alcohol use of a loved one. Meetings are held on Tuesday evenings, 7:00 - 8:00 PM in the Wesley House of the First United Methodist Church http://www.al-anon.alateen.org/ Allen Group Alcoholics Anonymous – 601 Greenville Ave., Allen, (972) 658-6334 http://www.aadallas.org/ Betty Ford Center Children's Program – 5801 W. Plano Parkway Plano, (972) 753-0552 Provides intervention and prevention services to children ages 7-12 yrs. A $400 fee is charged to this 3-day program for children affected by a family member's drug and/or alcohol abuse. However, no child is turned away for lack of funds. Scholarship assistance is available. Child & Family Guidance Center – 4031 W. Plano Pkwy, #211, Plano (214) 351-3490 Safety Net – Free curriculum based groups held at AHS and LFC during the school day, which work with youth who are a child of an alcoholic or addict or are struggling with addiction themselves. Contact Shannon Vogel. Collin County Substance Abuse Program – 900 East Park, Suite 170 Plano (972) 633-3370 Free drug assessments and evaluations are available for teenagers. Drug Test Your Teen – Kim Hildreth, 12801 Midway Rd., #212, Dallas, TX, 75244 (214) 797-TEST - Company sells drug tests to screen for alcohol, tobacco, and drugs such as methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana, and prescription drugs. These tests are $15. Steroid tests - $150, 80 hour alcohol test - $45. http://www.drugtestyourteen.com/ Drug Testing / PDT-90 Personal Drug Test Hair Analysis – Tests for marijuana, cocaine, opiates, methamphetamines and PCP (angel dust). Detects drug use for the previous 2-3 day period and use within the previous 90-day period. Approximately $59.95 online. Families Anonymous – Our Savior Lutheran, 2708 W. Virginia Pkwy, McKinney (972) 562-4452 – McKinney Group – Meets Tues., @7:00 pm, Support for those affected by the destructive behavior of a family member caused by drugs/alcohol/emotional problems. Green Oaks Hospital – 4001 W. 15th St., Suite 465 (972) 985-1599 Adolescent intensive outpatient substance abuse program (IOP) for youth aged 13-18. Meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 4:30-7:30 PM. Aftercare meets from 4:30-6 PM on Mondays. http://www.greenoaksnetwork.com/ Imagine Program– 1947 Ave K Plano, 75074 – Dir. Jim Savage, LCDC – (972) 423-6007 Adolescent Services: An intensive outpatient substance abuse treatment program for youth aged 13-18. Meets Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 5:30-8:30 PM. Free assessments available. Designed for teens with a primary substance abuse diagnosis. http://www.imagineprogram.com/ Life Management Resources- 3131 Custer Road #265, Plano National Drug & Alcohol Treatment Referral Routing System, U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services – 1-800-662-4357 Government Agency: Provides information on treatment centers, who they serve, and what they provide. For a listing of drug treatment centers – http://www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ Narcotics Anonymous - Eastside Recovery - 901 Cross Bend Rd. Plano Helpline - (972) 699-9306 NEXUS Recovery Center, Inc. – 8733 Laprada, Dallas, TX (214) 321-0156 x 3118 - Sliding Scale/North Star participant – Substance abuse treatment for females only. Programs available for adolescents aged 12-18, adult women, and women with children. ODAAT (One Day at a Time) – 1901 W. Parker Rd., Suites 201/213, Plano (972) 867-1115 Offers support groups for Adults/Teens who have a drug/alcohol problem. http://www.aadallas.org/ Shoreline After-Care –. 2600 Ave. K, #232, 1-800-628-3265 - FREE for individuals who have attended treatment at Shoreline – Call Plano office for meeting schedule. Springwood Behavioral Health Center of Allen – 915 West Exchange Parkway, Suite 150 Allen, TX 972–908-2303 Adolescent and adult intensive outpatient programs held 3 days a week for individuals with behavioral and addiction issues. The Council on Alcohol & Drug Abuse – 1349 Empire Central Dr. Suite 800 Dallas, TX 75247 (214) 522-8600 - Participate in local health fairs and other community events, providing education, training and presentations on ATOD, and maintain an extensive video library which is available for viewing/and or check-out. http://www.dallascouncil.org/ The Right Step – 1200 Commerce, Suite 116 Plano, 75093 (972) 985-6100, Admissions & Intake 1-877-627-4389 Out patient drug/alcohol program for youth aged 13-17. Sessions are held 4 times per week for 6 weeks. Most insurance accepted. Not a NorthStar provider. University Behavioral Health – 2026 West University Drive Denton, TX (888) 320-8101 Treatment center for youth 6+ and adults who are struggling with mental health and/or chemical dependency issues. Most insurance accepted. Not a NorthStar provider. Specialized programs for women, military and faith based programs available. http://www.ubhdenton.net/ EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES Boot Camp (Get Motivated) – 3650 New Hope Road Aubrey, TX 75201 (940) 365-1818 The boot camp is available to males aged 13-17 (18 year olds allowed if currently in HS) and their parents on Sundays from 7 AM – 5 PM. The 12 week camp combines group therapy and physical training. This agency also provides individual and family counseling for males and females aged 11-19 for $100/session. Fees - $169 for each boot camp session. http://www.getmotivatedbootcamp.com/ Collin College – 2800 E. Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX - (972) 881-5781 Career Services: 1) career planning/placement; 2) career assessment; 3) job search/skill building; 4) resource library/computerized career information. Denton County Sheriff's Office – Juvenile Impact Program – 127 North Woodrow Lane Denton, TX 76205 (940) 349-1651 A free, 3½ hour program in which teens listen to the life stories of people who have been convicted of crimes and are currently incarcerated. Youth aged 10-17 may attend with a parent or guardian. The Elisa Project - 3102 Oak Lawn Avenue, Suite 520, Dallas, TX 75219, Tel: (214) 369-5222 Dedicated to the prevention and effective treatment of eating disorders through support, awareness, education, and advocacy. Provides workshops with students and supplemental workshops with counselors, teachers, nurses, and coaches. All programs are offered free of charge. www.theelisaproject.org Evolution Academy Charter School – 1101 South Sherman St., Richardson, TX. – (972) 907-3755 1) Collin Co. youth earn TEA approved high school diploma; 2) FREE – No tuition; 3) Targets youth 14-21 years who are at risk of dropping out; 4) Free transportation; 5) Free breakfast; 6) AM or PM sessions – 7:40 – 11:40 AM or 12:15-4:15 PM GED Classes / Allen ISD – 801 BB East Main Street, Allen, TX 75002 – (972) 727-9131 Classes are held on Tuesday and Thursday 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Home-School Information / Texas Home School Coalition – P.0. Box 6741, Lubbock, TX 79493 – (806) 744-4441 T.E.A. rules provided to those choosing to Home-School their children. However, Texas does not award a diploma to “Home-Schoolers” or to students enrolled in unaccredited private schools. A General Equivalency Diploma or GED is awarded to those passing the GED exam. Job Corps Center, McKinney – Call Dallas for acceptance information: (214) 824-3030 or (800) 460-2072 North Texas Job Corps Center - 1701 N Church St. McKinney (972)542-2623 A federally funded residential training program for youth which includes both vocational and academic instruction. Self paced high school program to receive a GED or high school diploma. If the student completes the program, student will receive $750.00. An additional $450.00 will be given if student completes a vocational program http://northtexas.jobcorps.gov/home.aspx Practical Parent Education – 1300 19th St. Plano, (469) 752-2270 Parent Education/Support Groups provided for parents. Resources include a toy/book lending library, work shops, and seminars. Special Focus Series: ADD/ADHD/Learning Differences Seminar; For Kids Sake - Divorced Parent Seminar (assists in long-term co-parenting relationships). Serenity High School (9th – 12th Grades) – (469) 742-7830 Established in Collin Co. under the auspices of McKinney ISD solely for students coming out of drug treatment where recovering teens can live out their commitment to staying clean and sober. Teen Program Info – (800) 688-8706 Information and resource center for private schools and programs. http://www.teenprograminfo.info/ U.S. Army – 2414 West University Dr., Suite 116a McKinney 1-877-398-5458 Will now allow enlistees to attend college on a stipend for 2 years before they serve. If you are eligible, (17-35 yrs) and a high school drop-out, the Army will finance your study for the GED. These pilot programs are offered in selected recruiting regions. Call your local Army recruiter. http://www.goarmy.com/ Winfree Academy/Courage Center – 1661 Gateway Blvd Richardson, TX 75080 (972) 234-9855 Alternative school program focusing on at-risk students grades 9-12. Sessions held from 7:50 AM - 12 PM and 12:30 PM - 4:40 PM. 5 PM - 9:10 PM session available for youth 17+. Courage Center – Held from 8:30-2:30 for youth who have recently been released from a substance abuse treatment facility. These students and parents attend a counseling group once a week and students are drug tested to help maintain sobriety. http://www.winfreeacademy.com/ HEALTH – CARE SERVICES Caring for Children Foundation of Texas – Write for info: C/O Blue Cross/Blue Shield, P.O. Box 660583, Dallas, TX 75266-0583 For children without health insurance or Medicaid coverage. Fee covers wellness visits; immunizations; out-patient diagnostic tests/surgery or emergency illness; accident care; and prescription drugs with a $5 co-payment. To verify eligibility call 1-800-258-5437. Children's Medical Clinic of Plano – WALK-INS! – 1407 14th St., Plano – (972) 801-9689 Day-Time by Appointment: Mon. thru Fri. 8:30 am to 4:30 pm; WALK-INS on Wed. and Thurs. 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. (GET IN LINE EARLY). Services FREE to Medicaid, uninsured and qualifying patients by volunteer doctors, nurses and staff. Clinic is not intended for those who can afford medical care. Collin County Adult Clinic – 2520 Ave. K Plano (972) 679-0035 Appointments available Thursday evenings from 6-9 PM. Individuals must show up at the clinic by 5AM to schedule an appointment for that evening. Collin County PrimaCare Program– Any Collin County PrimaCare location -www.co.collin.tx.us/healthcare_services/PrimaCareLocationsHours.pdf $20 doctor visits for children and adults who qualify. Please mention the Collin County PrimaCare Program when scheduling the appointment. Qualifications:US citizen with a social security number. Persons 18+ must have a valid Texas driver’s license or state ID to prove Collin County residence and the household must earn less than 100% of the federal poverty guidelines -http://aspe.hhs.gov/POVERTY/12poverty.shtml#guidelines For additional information, please contact the Collin County PrimaCare Program directly at 972-548-4702. Gladney Center for Adoption - 6300 John Ryan Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76132-4122 (817) 922-6000 Dallas area – (214) 887-1292 or 1-800-GLADNEY. Services for pregnant teens and women – provide housing, prenatal care, and ability to choose the adoptive parents of the child. Can stay up to 6 weeks after the adoption. Post-adoption counseling available in person or by phone. For those who stay in the community, funds for housing, clothing, etc. provided. http://www.adoptionsbygladney.com/ Health Care Services of Collin County. – 825 N. McDonald, Suite 130, McKinney – (972) 548-5526 Plano 900 E. Park #170 McKinney Clinic provides: 1) Immunization Clinic Shots: McKinney - Mon. 8:00 -11:00 AM / 1:00 – 4:00 PM (fees based on sliding scale) Plano every 3rd Monday 3 – 7 PM; 2) Tuberculosis Clinic and 3) Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinic (testing $20, treatment fees based on sliding scale). 4) Hospitalization – Columbia Hospital of McKinney; 5) Indigent Care – contact Angie Yost at (972) 548-3985 ext. 5518 Medicaid Office – Dept. of Human Services – 901 N. McDonald, #800, McKinney, 75069 – (972) 562-5832 Applications processed and qualifying residents placed on Medicaid, AFDC, and Food Stamps. Human Resources and Child Welfare of Texas – McKinney Office: 113 Industrial, Suite C – Local # (972) 562-5832 Administers and provides qualifying information for the Food Stamp Program and Medicaid Benefits. To report Child Abuse 1-800-252-5400 Life Path Systems (formerly M.H.M.R.) – 3920 Alma Dr., Plano (972) 562-0190 The Child/Adolescent Services of MHMR provides crisis support and counseling for children through 17 yrs of age who are exhibiting homicidal/suicidal tendencies or signs of possible major depression – North Star Program. Physicians for Children– 7800 Preston Rd, Suite 300 Plano Presbyterian Health Care Clinic– 900 E. Park Blvd., Suite 100, Plano 75074 – (972) 509-4554 8 AM - 5 PM Monday - Friday Served by cooperative of Presbyterian Health Care Clinic & Collin Co. Health Care Services. Only accept pediatric patients 12 and under and pregnant females who qualify for traditional Medicaid or Parkland Medicaid. Call for Appointment! Primary Care Clinic of North Texas - 1200 Medical Ave Plano, TX (972) 596-6005 Nonprofit healthcare facility that provides medical care to uninsured adolescents aged 12+ and adults. $30 office visit, additional fees for blood work. http://www.primarycareclinic.org/ Real Options for Women – 700 E Park Blvd, Suite 206 Plano, TX (972) 424-4357 Pregnancy tests, limited STD screenings, and peer counseling for unplanned pregnancy. All services are free of charge. http://www.realoptionsforwomen.com/ TexCare Partnership, Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) – Local # (214) 954-4213 or 1-800-647-6558 Call toll-free to have questions answered from 9AM – 9 PM Mon-Fri and 9 AM - 3 PM Sat. (Central Time), except federal holidays. Complete your application over the phone or go to http://www.texcarepartnership.com/to download the application. Developed for children from birth to 18 years. Benefits include: regular checkups, shots, eye exams, glasses, prescription drugs, specialist care, dental care, mental health care, ex-rays, lab tests, hospital care and services. Covers Pre-existing conditions and offers a choice of doctors. Illegal Immigrant Questions Contact: For information call Catholic Charities (214) 623-9976. Women Infant and Children (WIC) – 825 N McDonald, Suite 120 McKinney (972) 548-5543 Nutritional program and counseling for pregnant women and children under the age of 5. SUPPORT GROUPS for Children and Adults AL-ANON ODAAT – 1901 W. Parker Rd., Suite 209, Plano – (972) 867-1115 Offers support groups for Adults/Teens who have an alcoholic family member or friend. Teenagers meet at 8:00 pm on Mondays. Families Anonymous – Our Savior Lutheran, 2708 W. Virginia Pkwy, McKinney (972) 562-4452 – McKinney Group – Meets Tues., @7:00 pm, Support for those affected by the destructive behavior of a family member caused by drugs/alcohol/emotional problems. Family Outreach of Richardson & Plano – Collin County Children's Advocacy Center – 2205 Los Rios Blvd. Plano (972) 633-6713 Services for children and women affected by abuse include: 1) speaker's bureau regarding abuse prevention; 2) parenting classes – fees:$35/individuals, $50/couple; 3) individual counseling; 4) referral services. Works closely w/Child Protective Services. Gilda's Club North Texas - 2710 Oak Lawn AvenueDallas 214-219-8877Free support groups for children and adults who have cancer or have a family member or friend with cancer. Please visit their website at http://www.gildasclubtx.org/for group times. StandUp Parenting - 601 S. Greenville Ave., 1-888-PARENT9 ext. 732 or 214-797-0740Support for parents who are dealing with children of any age who have problems with defiant behavior, legal problems, substance abuse, truancy and other problems. Meets Thursdays at 7:30 PM in the Wesley House at the First United Methodist Church of Allen, www.StandUpParenting.org Youth First Texas (YFT) - 8930 Hwy 121, Suite 594, McKinney, TX 75070 – (214) 879-0400, Toll Free (866) 576-0042 Mission is to provide a safe place for LGBTQ youth to strengthen opportunities for life skills, leadership development, peer support and educational advancement. For group information, e-mail YFT at collincounty@youthfirsttexas.org www.youthfirsttexas.org GRIEF COUNSELING / SUPPORT GROUPS: Camp Conquer – 972-459-9992 - 3 day camp held once a year for children ages 7-14 who have recently lost a loved one. It is free of charge and is held at Collin County Adventure Camp in Anna, TX. Applications can be mailed to 417 Oak Bend Suite 170; Lewisville, TX 75067 or faxed to 972-459-9911. www.campconquer.org Grief Share – Grief recovery support groups http://www.griefshare.org Grief Support Group – 1515 N. Greenville Ave Allen - Group leader, Jeanne Girsch (972) 727–1177 Meets the 1st Thursday of the month at Healing Matters – Journey of Hope – My Guarding Angel – located in W. Plano Presbyterian Church, 2709 Custer Rd., Plano – (972) 596-2415 - Grief Recovery/Peer Support Group for children 4-17 yrs w/loss through death, divorce or abandonment. Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas - Available 24/7 at (214) 828-1000 - Survivors of Suicide (SOS) grief group for loved ones left behind after a suicide http://www.sccenter.org/ VOLUNTEER / COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES Boys & Girls Club of Collin Co. (972) 633-9699; C.I.T.Y. House (972) 423-7057; Douglass Com. Center (972) 941-7174; Food Pantry (972) 424-4574; Heard Museum – Metro# (972) 562-5566 x226; Help for Helpless Animals (972) 424-4860; Heritage Farmstead (972) 424-7874; Plano Children’s Theater (972) 422-2575; Plano Community Charities (Phoenix Ministries) – (972) 578-0399; YMCA – (972) 378-9622; Soup Kitchen: Union Gospel Mission, 3211 Irving Blvd., Dallas (214) 637-6117; Teen Groups – Volunteer Opportunities Designed to reach Teenagers: (972) 422-1050 x24 or www.volunteernorthtexas.org YOUTH SHELTERS Buckner Children’s Home, Dallas – (214) 328-3141 CPS placements only for youth birth to 17. YMCA CASA (Crisis Shelter) – 2640 Webb Chapel Extension, C.I.T.Y. House (Collin Intervention to Youth) – North Texas Youth Connection, Promise House, OUT-PATIENT CARE (Substance Abuse Day Treatment and After-Care) AddiCare (STAR Program) – 2722 W. Kingsley Suite 115, Garland, TX, Garland Office: (972) 278-4760– www.addicare.com Baylor-Richardson Medical Center Richardson – HELP Line – (972) 498-4717 Imagine Program – Intensive Out-Patient Program for Youth (13-18) – Director, Jim Savage, LCDC – (972) 985-1599 Springwood Behavioral Health – Allen – Intensive Outpatient Program for youth and adults (972) 908-2303 The Right Step – Intensive Outpatient Program for youth (13-17) (877) 627-4389 Turning Point – Contact Ron Deage – (972) 234-8636 RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT CENTERS A list of all Austin Recovery 1-800-373-2081 Substance abuse treatment for men and women 18+. Also has a detox program. Cedar Crest Dallas Challenge, Residential substance abuse services for adolescents 13-17, outpatient services for adolescents 13-17, 201 S. Tyler, Dallas, TX, (214) 942-5166 Happy Hills Farm Academy/Home - 3846 N. Highway 144 Homeward Bound – Addicare refers In-Patient Care to Homeward Bound (17 yrs+). Call for information – (214) 941-3500, www.homewardboundinc.org House of Isaiah – P.O. Box 1405, Mabank, TX 75147 – Isaiah Robertson, Founder – (903) 887-1791 Christian-based 6 month treatment program for men 17 yrs-up / physical & psychological exams / drug assessments & treatment / GED testing / Sliding Scale Journey Home Recovery Center, Inc., Juliette Fowler Home, La Hacienda Outreach Center, Hunt, TX (near Meridell Achievement Center, NEXUS, 8733 LaPrada, Dallas – Drug/Alcohol Program (girls 13-17) Dir., Beverly Carroll (214) 321-0156 ext. 3118 Our San Marcos Treatment Center (BROWN SCHOOL), San Marcos – Psychiatric treatment for youth 11-17. 1-800-251-0059 Shoreline, Inc. 1220 Gregory, Starlite Recovery Center– Center Point, TX (near Kerrville) – Adolescent males (13-17 years old) & Adults 18 yrs+ 1-800-292-0148 Sundown Ranch, 3120 VZCR 2318, Teen Help – Call center and admissions information for 14 treatment facilities in UT, NY, MT, LA, IA, GA, SC, NV, Costa Rica, and Jamaica. University Behavioral Health, Waco Center for Youth – (254) 756-2171 State run psychiatric facility for youth aged 13-17 with behavioral and/or emotional difficulties. BASIC CARE GROUP HOMES Boles Children’s Home, Quinlin (903) 883-2204 For youth aged 10-17 whose families are unable to provide for them. Boys/Girls Town – Buckner Baptist Children’s Home, Dallas – (214) 328-3141 CPS placements only. Cal Farley’s Boy’s and Girl’s Ranch, Amarillo Admissions Office: 1-800-687-3722 For youth with behavior issues age 5-16. Gladney Center for Adoption, Methodist Children’s Home, Waco, TX – (254) 753-0181; Admissions 1-800-853-1272 Our Pleasant Hills Children’s Home, 292 E. US Highway 84, Fairfield, TX – (903) 389-2641 Treatment for Behavior Issues for Boys & Girls ages 5-17 years (NO CHILD IS TURNED AWAY), www.pleasanthillschildrenshome Texas Baptist Children’s Home, Round Rock – (512) 255-3682; Texas Baptist Children’s Home INDEPENDENT LIVING PROGRAMS C.I.T.Y House – 1947 Ave K, Suite 100 Plano (972) 424-9556 Transitional living program for adults aged 18-21. Juliette Fowler Home, Dallas – (214) 827-0813 Our STAR Counseling Program – 205 W. Boyd, # 105B, Allen – (469) 854-6251 HOMELESS SHELTERS for Adults and Families The following agencies help the homeless and low-income people with basic needs or housing. Top items needed include blankets, coats, gloves, hats, money and personal hygiene items, such as soap and toothbrushes. Go online at: www.servegod.org City Square, 409 N. Haskell Ave., Dallas (214) 823-8710 Dallas International Street Church, 2706 South 2nd Avenue, Dallas, TX 75210-2070 - (214) 928-9595 Salvation Army, Samaritan Inn, The Stewpot, Union Gospel Women’s Shelter (HOPE’S DOOR) Plano – Shelter for women and children (location not published) – 24-Hour HOTLINE (972) 422-7233 Emergency Housing Catholic Charities of Dallas: 9461 LBJ Fwy Suite 128, Dallas, TX, Tel: (214) 520-6590 http://www.catholiccharitiesdallas.org/ Dallas Life Foundation: 1100 Cadiz Street, Dallas, TX 75215-1064, Tel: (214) 421-1380 Family Promise of Collin County: P.O. Box 1601 Allen, TX 75013, (972) 442-6966 www.familypromiseofcollingcounty.org Good Samaritan of Garland: 214 North 12th Street, Garland, TX 75040-2104, Tel: (972) 276-2263 Housing Crisis Center: 4210 Junius Street, 3rd Floor Suite, Dallas, TX 75246, Tel: (214) 828-4244 www.hccdallas.org Interfaith Housing Coalition: 5600 Ross Avenue, Dallas, TX 75206, Tel: (214) 827-7337 www.interfaithhousingcoalition.org Metro Dallas Homeless Alliance @ The Bridge: 1818 Corsicana, Dallas Texas 75201, Tel: 214 670 1101 Info@MDHADallas.org Salvation Army: Dallas: 5554 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, Tel: (972) 424-7000 Plano: 3528 14th Street, Plano, Tel: (972) 423-8254 Garland: 451 West Avenue D, Garland, TX 75040, Tel: (972) 272-4531 Samaritan Inn (McKinney): 1710 North McDonald Street, McKinney, TX 75069, Tel: (972) 542-5302 For other Emergency Housing resources in your area, call 2-1-1
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