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Helpful Phone Numbers

Police Departments

Hotlines and Toll Free Numbers

Support Groups

Alphabetical Listing

Categorical Index

Resources

Notes

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Inclusion or exclusion of organizations from this directory indicates neither endorsement nor disapproval by the United Way of Denton County, Inc. HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS

Attorney General (Child Support Division) ...... 972-339-3100 Animal Control for the City of Denton ...... 940-349-7594 Animal Control for Denton County ...... 940-349-1600 Bereaved Parents of North Texas...... 940-387-1074 City of Argyle...... 940-464-7273 City of Aubrey ...... 940-440-9343 City of Corinth ...... 940-498-3200 City of Denton...... 940-349-8200 City of Justin...... 940-648-2541 City of Krugerville ...... 940-365-5833 City of Krum ...... 940-482-3491 City of Lake Dallas ...... 940-497-2226 City of Lewisville ...... 972-219-3400 City of Pilot Point ...... 940-686-2165 City of Ponder ...... 940-479-2396 City of Sanger ...... 940-458-7930 City of Tioga...... 940-437-2432 Denton Chamber of Commerce ...... 940-382-9693 Denton County Juvenile Probation...... 940-349-2400 Denton Independent School District...... 940-369-0000 Denton Public Library ...... 940-349-8752 Denton Record Chronicle ...... 940-387-3811 Department of Family Protective Services...... 940-387-8544 Fire Marshall/Emergency Management ...... 940-349-2840 Lewisville Chamber of Commerce ...... 972-436-9571 Lewisville Public Library...... 972-219-3570 Mayor/City Council of Denton ...... 940-349-7717 North Central Texas College ...... 940-498-6282 North Texas State Fairgrounds ...... 940-387-2632 Texas Department of Public Safety ...... 940-484-6666 Texas Woman’s University ...... 940-898-2000 United Way of Denton County, Inc ...... 940-566-5851 University of North Texas...... 940-565-2000 United State Post Office ...... 940-387-8555 Voters Registration ...... 940-349-3200 POLICE DEPARTMENTS

Argyle Police Decatur Police Lewisville Police PO Box 609 1601 S. State St. PO Box 299002 Argyle, TX 76226 Decatur, TX 76234 Lewisville, TX 75029 940-464-7254 940-627-1500 972-219-3600

Aubrey Police Denton Police Little Elm Police 107 S. Main St. 601 East Hickory 100 El Dorado West Aubrey, TX 76227 Denton, TX 76201 Little Elm, TX 75068 940-365-2601 940-349-8181 214-975-0460

Bridgeport Police Double Oak Police Pilot Point Police 812 Halsell Rd. 320 Waketon PO Box 158 Bridgeport, TX 76206 Double Oak, TX 75077 Pilot Point, TX 76258 940-683-3430 972-355-5995 940-686-2969

Carrollton Police Flower Mound Police Ponder Police 2025 E. Jackson Rd. 4150 Kirkpatrick Ln. PO Box 297 Carrollton, TX 75006 Flower Mound, TX 75028 Ponder, TX 76259 972-466-3333 972-539-0525 940-479-2396

The Colony Police Highland Village Police Sanger Police 5151 N. Colony Blvd. 1000 Highland Village Rd. PO Box 578 The Colony, TX 75056 Highland Village, TX 75077 Sanger, TX 76266 972-625-1887 972-317-6551 940-458-7444

Corinth Police Justin Police TWU Police 2003 S. Corinth St. PO Box 578 PO Box 22867 Corinth, TX 76210 Justin, TX 76249 Denton, TX 76204 940-498-2017 940-648-2541 940-898-2911

Cross Roads Police Krum Police UNT Police PO Box 368 PO Box 217 902 Avenue E Aubrey, TX 76227 Krum, TX 76249 Denton, TX 76203 940-365-2601 940-482-3171 940-565-3000

Lake Dallas Police PO Box 368 Lake Dallas, TX 75065 940-497-2228 HOTLINES AND TOLL FREE NUMBERS

Children Abuse Hotline ...... 800-252-5400 Attorney General Child Support Services ...... 800-252-8014 Child Care Information Hotline...... 800-862-5252 Immunization Hotline ...... 800-252-9152 National Missing/Exploited Children...... 800-843-5678 Safe Riders (Infant Car Seats) Hotline ...... 800-252-8255 SIDS Alliance ...... 800-221-7437

Youth National Center for Missing & Exploited Children ...... 800-843-5678 Texas Run Away Hotline ...... 800-392-3352 Texas Youth Hotline...... 800-210-2278

Seniors Aging & Disability Resource Center...... 877-229-9084 Aging & Disability (60+ Hotline) ...... 800-252-9240 Legal Hotline for Older Texans...... 800-622-2520 Office of Attorney General Consumer Protection...... 800-252-8011 Texas Department of Aging & Disability Consumer Rights ...... 800-458-9858

Health & Disabled ALS (Lou Gehrig’s)...... 800-782-4747 American Diabetes Association...... 800-342-2383 American Parkinson Disease Association...... 800-908-2732 Cancer Information Hotline...... 800-422-6237 Deaf Services ...... 800-332-3873 Division of Blind Services (DARS) ...... 800-628-5115 HIV/STD Hotline...... 800-299-2437 Infectious Disease Hotline ...... 800-252-8239 National Alzheimer’s Association ...... 800-272-3900 Substance Abuse Database and Treatment Hotline ...... 800-711-6375 HOTLINES AND TOLL FREE NUMBERS

Miscellaneous Abuse/Neglect Report Hotline...... 800-252-5400 Adapt Community Solutions (Mental Health/Chemical Dependency)...... 866-260-8000 Attorney General Crime Victim’s Compensation...... 800-983-9933 Crisis Help Line...... 800-273-8255 Drug Abuse Hotline...... 800-662-4357 Family Law Hotline...... 800-777-3247 Family Violence Legal Line...... 800-374-4673 Injured Worker’s Hotline...... 800-252-7031 Lawyer Referral Service...... 800-252-9690 Literacy Hotline...... 800-441-7323 National Alcohol/Drug Referral ...... 800-454-8966 National Domestic Violence Hotline...... 800-799-7233 National Sexual Assault Hotline ...... 800-656-4673 Texas Workforce Commission Employer Hotline...... 800-832-9394 Texas Workforce Commission Unemployment Insurance Hotline...... 800-558-8321

. SUPPORT GROUPS

Alcoholics Anonymous...... 940-566-9989 ALS (Lou Gehrig’s)...... 800-782-4747 Alzheimer’s Caregivers...... 940-566-0902 Alzheimer Association...... 214-827-0062 American Cancer Society...... 940-380-7908 Ann’s Haven Hospice/VNA...... 940-349-5900 Bereaved Parents of North Texas...... 940-321-3302 Bulimia/Anorexia Peer Group...... 940-382-9965 Counseling Center of Denton...... 940-382-5328 Denton County Friends of the Family...... 940-382-7273 Denton County MHMR...... 940-381-5000 Denton County Health Department...... 940-349-2900 Denton Regional Medical Center...... 940-384-3535 Diabetes...... 940-349-2900 Down Syndrome Partnership of Tarrant County...... 817-277-7064 Guild of Dallas Down Syndrome...... 214-267-1374 Health Services of North Texas ...... 940-381-1501 La Leche League of Denton...... 940-383-5769 Medical Center of Lewisville...... 972-420-1000 Overeaters Anonymous...... 505-891-2664 Planned Parenthood of North Texas...... 214-363-2004 Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton...... 940-898-7000 Women to Women Pregnancy Resource Center ...... 940-383-4494

ALPHABETICAL LISTING

Ability Connection Texas ...... 1 Denton County Friends of the Family...... 10 Adult & Community Education for Denton County..... 1 Denton County Health Department...... 10 Advocacy and Pregnancy Center ...... 1 Denton County Indigent Health Care...... 11 Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Dallas Chapter...... 1 Denton County MHMR...... 11 Amazing Love Ministries...... 1 Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA)....11 American Cancer Society...... 2 Denton County WIC (Women, Infants American Diabetes Association ...... 2 and Children) ...... 11 American Heart Association ...... 2 Denton Freedom House...... 12 American Legion Senior Center...... 2 Denton Housing Authority ...... 12 The AARP Connections for Independent Living ...... 2 Denton I.S.D. Extended School Day Program...... 12 American Pregnancy Association...... 2 Denton I.S.D. Regional Day School American Red Cross-Denton Branch...... 2 Program for the Deaf-Special Education...... 12 Ann Windle School for Young Children...... 2 Denton I.S.D. Social Services and Assistance...... 13 Ann`s Haven VNA...... 3 Denton I.S.D. Student and Staff Assistance...... 13 Arc of Denton County ...... 3 Denton I.S.D. Teen Parent Program...... 13 Argyle Food Bank ...... 3 Denton Kiwanis Club - Children’s Clinic...... 13 Asbury Relief Ministry Food Pantry...... 3 Denton Public Library Literacy Program...... 13 Big Brothers Big Sisters ...... 3 Denton Senior Center...... 13 Bluebonnet Hospice Care...... 3 Denton State Supported Living Center...... 14 Boy Scouts of America-Longhorn Council...... 4 Denton Treatment Services...... 14 Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Texas...... 4 Easter Seals North Texas ...... 14 Camp Fire First Texas ...... 4 EduCare Community Living...... 14 Camp Summit...... 4 Evergreen at Lewisville ...... 14 Career Center-Denton County High Schools...... 4 Excel Center of Lewisville...... 14 CASA - Court Appointed Special Advocates Experience Works ...... 15 of Denton Co.,Inc...... 5 EyeCare America ...... 15 Catholic Charities Diocese of Fort Worth - Fairoaks Retirement Apartments ...... 15 Veteran’s Services...... 5 Family Care Services, Inc...... 15 CCD Counseling, PA...... 5 Family Health Care, Inc...... 15 CEMA Associates...... 5 First Step Denton County Outreach Program ...... 16 Cenikor Foundation...... 5 Foster Grandparent/Senior Companion Program...... 16 Child Care Services of North Central Texas (CCS)...... 5 Fred Moore Day Nursery School...... 16 Child Study Center...... 6 Geri-Options Geriatric Care Management...... 16 Children’s Advocacy Center for Denton County ...... 6 Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas...... 17 Children’s Connections Inc...... 6 Giving HOPE Inc...... 17 Christian Community Action (CCA)...... 6 Goodwill Industries...... 17 Chrysalis Educational Foundation...... 7 Greater Dallas Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse...17 City of Denton - Community Development Office ...... 7 Greater Lewisville Cares ...... 17 City of Denton - Parks and Recreation Department ...... 7 Greenpath...... 17 Communities In Schools of North Texas...... 8 Habitat for Humanity of Denton County...... 18 Community Services, Inc...... 8 Health Services of North Texas...... 18 Cross Timbers YMCA...... 8 Hearts For Homes ...... 18 Cumberland Presbyterian Children’s Home...... 8 Home Instead Senior Care...... 19 Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind ...... 9 IASIS Learning Center ...... 19 Denton Affordable Housing Corporation (DAHC)...... 9 Innovative Counseling Services ...... 19 Denton Bible Church...... 9 Interfaith Ministries...... 19 Denton Christian Preschool ...... 9 Job Corps...... 19 Denton City County Day School ...... 10 Keep Denton Beautiful...... 20 Denton Community Food Center...... 10 Keep Lewisville Beautiful ...... 20 Lake Cities Community Food Pantry & Social Security Administration...... 30 Community Aid Fund...... 21 Solutions of North Texas...... 31 LaunchAbility...... 21 Southern Care Hospice ...... 31 Legal Aid of Northwest Texas...... 21 Southwestern Diabetic Foundation...... 31 Legal Hotline for Older Texans...... 21 SPAN (Special Programs for Aging Needs)...... 31 Legal Line - Dallas Bar Association...... 21 Special Abilities of North Texas...... 31 The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society...... 21 Spirit Horse Therapeutic Riding Center...... 32 Leuty Avenue Apartments...... 22 State Bar of Texas Lawyer Referral Services...... 32 Lewisville Senior Activities Center...... 22 Street Outreach ...... 32 Little Elm Area Food Bank ...... 22 Suicide and Crisis Center ...... 32 Little Elm Medical Clinic...... 22 Sullivan Senior Center...... 32 March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation...... 23 Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service ...... 32 Meals on Wheels of Denton...... 23 Texas Dept. of Assistance and Metrocrest Social Services...... 23 Rehabilitative Services...... 33 Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)...... 23 Texas Dept. of Family and Protective Services...... 33 Mother’s Milk Bank of North Texas...... 23 Texas Dept. of Health Services ...... 33 Muscular Dystrophy Association, Inc. Texas Health and Human Service Commission...... 33 Greater Dallas Chapter...... 23 Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children...... 34 National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Texas Social Services...... 34 South Central Chapter...... 24 Texas Workforce Solutions...... 34 Nexus Recovery Center, Inc...... 24 The Colony Senior Center...... 34 North Texas Area Agency on Aging...... 24 Theracare Home Health...... 34 North Texas Youth Connection...... 25 Therapy 2000...... 34 Northwest Christian Community Services ...... 25 TWU - Counseling and Family Therapy Clinic...... 35 Others Helping Others...... 25 TWU-Dental Hygiene Clinic...... 35 Opening Doors International Services...... 25 TWU - Helping Hands...... 35 Our Daily Bread...... 26 TWU - Integrated Clinic for Behavior Pastoral Counseling and Education Center...... 26 and Learning Evaluation...... 35 PediPlace...... 26 TWU-Speech and Hearing Clinic...... 35 Phoenix House of Dallas ...... 26 United Healthcare...... 35 Pilot Point Goodfellows...... 27 United Way of Denton County...... 36 Pilot Point Senior Center ...... 27 University Behavioral Health Denton...... 36 Pinnacle Home Health...... 27 UNT-Center for Leadership and Service...... 36 Planned Parenthood of North Texas...... 27 UNT-Child and Family Resource Clinic ...... 36 Primary Care Clinic of North Texas...... 27 UNT-Counseling and Human Development Center ..36 REACH of Denton...... 27 UNT-Counseling and Testing Center...... 37 Reading and Radio Resource...... 27 UNT-Office of Disability Accommodation...... 37 Reata Rehabilitation...... 28 UNT-Psychology Clinic ...... 37 Riding Unlimited, Inc...... 28 UNT-Speech and Hearing Center...... 37 Roanoke Food Pantry - UNT-Substance Abuse Resource Center...... 37 Northwest Community Services...... 28 UNT-Trio Program/Talent Search...... 37 Rosemont at Pecan Creek...... 28 VA North Texas Health Care System...... 38 R.S.V.P. Denton County Volunteer Program of DISD...... 38 (Retired Senior Volunteer Program)...... 28 We Care Facilities, LLC - Residential Care Homes...... 38 (The) Salvation Army, Denton Corps...... 29 Woman to Woman Pregnancy Resource Center...... 39 (The) Salvation Army, Lewisville...... 29 Youth and Family Counseling...... 39 S.C.O.R.E (Counselors to America’s Small Business)....29 Senior Adult Services...... 29 Shady Shores Apartments...... 30 (The) Shepherd’s Hand...... 30 (The) Shepherd’s Storehouse...... 30 Singing Oaks Church of Christ...... 30 CATEGORICAL INDEX

ABUSE and NEGLECT/PROTECTIVE SERVICES University Behavioral Health Denton ...... 36 CASA-Court Appointed Special Advocates Woman to Woman Pregnancy Resource Center...... 39 of Denton County...... 5 Children’s Advocacy Center for Denton County...... 6 COUNSELING: INDIVIDUAL/FAMILY/MARITAL Denton County Friends of the Family...... 10 CCD Counseling...... 5 North Texas Youth Connection ...... 25 CEMA Accociation...... 5 Texas Dept. of Family & Protective Services (CPS)...... 33 Denton County Friends of the Family...... 10 First Step Denton County Outreach Program...... 16 BLIND/VISUALLY IMPAIRED SERVICES MADD-Denton County Chapter...... 23 Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind...... 9 Pastoral Counseling & Education Center...... 26 EyeCare America (Senior Eye Care Program)...... 15 Texas Social Services...... 34 REACH of Denton TWU-Counseling and Family Therapy Clinic...... 35 (Resource Center on Independent Living)...... 27 UNT - Child and Family Resource Clinic...... 36 Reading & Radio Resource...... 27 UNT-Counseling and Human Development Center...36 TX Dept. of Assistance and Rehabilitation Services....33 UNT-Psychology Clinic...... 37 Youth & Family Counseling...... 39 CAMPS: RECREATIONAL Boy Scouts of America-Longhorn Council...... 4 COUNSELING: SPECIAL Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central Texas...... 4 Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Dallas Chapter...... 1 Camp Fire - First Texas...... 4 American Cancer Society-Denton County Chapter...... 2 Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas...... 17 American Pregnancy Association...... 2 The Salvation Army, Denton Corps...... 29 Denton I.S.D.-Teen Parent Program...... 13 First Step Denton County Outreach Program...... 16 CAMPS: REHABILITATIVE Geri-Options Geriatric and Care Management...... 16 Camp Summit...... 4 Innovative Counseling Services...... 19 Southwestern Diabetic Foundation, Inc- S.C.O.R.E...... 29 Camp Sweeney ...... 31 VA North Texas Health Care System...... 38

CLINICS: HEALTH CARE DAY CARE: ADULTS Christian Community Action (CCA)...... 6 Geri-Options Geriatric and Care Management...... 16 Denton County Health Department...... 10 Home Instead Senior Care...... 19 Denton Kiwanis Club Children’s Clinic...... 13 Special Abilities of North Texas...... 31 Family Health Care, Inc...... 15 PediPlace...... 26 DAY CARE: INFANTS/CHILDREN Planned Parenthood of Northeast Texas, Inc...... 27 Denton Christian Preschool...... 9 Primary Care Clinic of North Texas...... 27 Denton City County Day School...... 10 Denton I.S.D.-Extended School Day Program...... 12 CLOTHING Fred Moore Day Nursery School...... 16 Christian Community Action (CCA) ...... 6 Vision Ministries...... 9 DAY CARE: SPECIAL SERVICES Habitat for Humanity-Ruth’s Room...... 18 Child Care Services of North Central Texas (CCS)...... 5 Northwest Christian Community Services...... 25 Denton I.S.D.-Extended School Day Program...... 12 Pilot Point Goodfellows ...... 27 The Shepherd’s Storehouse...... 30 DEAF/HEARING IMPAIRED Denton I.S.D. Regional Day School for the Deaf- COUNSELING: CRISIS Special Education Services...... 12 Denton County Friends of the Family...... 10 Easter Seals of North Texas...... 14 Denton County Mental Health/ REACH of Denton...... 27 Mental Retardation Center (MHMR)...... 11 TX Dept. of Assistance and Rehabilitative Services.....33 TWU-Speech and Hearing Clinic...... 35 TWU-Speech and Hearing Clinic...... 35 UNT-Child and Family Resource Clinic...... 36 UNT-Speech and Hearing Center...... 37 UNT-Speech and Hearing Center...... 37 EDUCATION: EDUCATIONAL SERVICES DENTAL American Red Cross-Denton Branch...... 2 Denton Bible Church (Denton Mission)...... 9 Career Center-Denton County High Schools...... 4 Denton County Health Department...... 10 Communities In Schools of North Texas...... 8 Denton Kiwanis Club Children’s Clinic...... 13 Denton I.S.D.-Teen Parent Program...... 13 TWU-Dental Hygiene Clinic...... 35 Denton Public Library Literacy Program...... 13 IASIS Learning Center...... 19 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES: Reading & Radio Resource...... 27 EVALUATION and TREATMENT TX-Agri Life Extension Service...... 32 Child Study Center...... 6 UNT-Counseling and Testing Center...... 37 Denton County Mental Health Mental Retardation Center (MHMR)...... 11 EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE Easter Seals of North Texas...... 14 American Red Cross-Denton Branch ...... 2 IASIS Learning Center...... 19 Christian Community Action (CCA)...... 6 Reata Rehabilitation...... 28 Community Services, Inc...... 8 Riding Unlimited...... 28 Giving Hope inc...... 17 SpiritHorse Therapeutic Riding Center...... 32 Interfaith Ministries...... 19 Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children...... 34 Lake Cities Community Food Pantry TWU - Integrated Clinic for and Community Aid Fund...... 21 Behavior and Learning Evaluation...... 35 Metrocrest Social Services...... 23 TWU-Speech and Hearing Clinic...... 35 Northwest Christian Community Services...... 25 UNT-Child and Family Resource Clinic...... 36 Pilot Point Goodfellows ...... 27 UNT-Speech and Hearing Center...... 37 Roanoke Food Pantry ...... 28 The Salvation Army, Denton Corps...... 29 DRUG and ALCOHOL PROGRAMS The Salvation Army, Lewisville...... 29 Cenikor Foundation...... 5 The Shepherd’s Storehouse...... 30 Denton Treatment Services...... 14 Singing Oaks Church of Christ...... 30 Excel Center of Lewisville...... 14 Greater Dallas Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse.....17 EMPLOYMENT: JOB EVALUATION/ Innovative Counseling Services...... 19 TRAINING/PLACEMENT MADD-Denton County Chapter ...... 23 Career Center-Denton County High Schools...... 4 Nexus Recovery Center, Inc...... 24 Experience Works...... 15 Phoenix House of Dallas...... 26 TX Workforce Solutions...... 34 Solutions of North Texas...... 31 Street Outreach...... 32 EMPLOYMENT: SPECIAL NEEDS SERVICES UNT-Substance Abuse Resource Center...... 37 Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind...... 9 VA North Texas Health Care System ...... 38 TX Dept. of Assistance and Rehabilitative Services.....33

EDUCATION: CHILDREN (SOCIALLY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: EMERGENCY/ and ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED) SHORT-TERM Ann Windle School for Young Children...... 2 Christian Community Action (CCA)...... 6 Denton Christian Preschool...... 9 Community Services, Inc...... 8 Denton City County Day School...... 10 Giving Hope, Inc...... 17 Fred Moore Day Nursery School...... 16 Interfaith Ministries...... 19 Metrocrest Social Services...... 23 EDUCATION: CHILDREN (SPECIAL NEEDS) Northwest Christian Community Services...... 25 Ann Windle School for Young Children...... 2 Pilot Point Goodfellows...... 27 Arc of Denton County...... 3 The Salvation Army, Denton Corps...... 29 Denton State Supported Living Center...... 14 The Salvation Army, Lewisville...... 29 The Shepherd’s Storehouse...... 30 HOME MAINTENANCE: REPAIR ASSISTANCE Singing Oaks Church of Christ...... 30 City of Denton-Community Development Office...... 7 Community Services, Inc...... 8 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: HEALTH RELATED Denton Bible Church (S.W.E.A.T. Team)...... 9 Christian Community Action (CCA) ...... 6 Greater Lewisville Cares...... 17 Denton Kiwanis Club Children’s Clinic...... 13 Hearts for Homes...... 18 Interfaith Ministries...... 19 Senior Adult Services...... 29 The Shepherd’s Storehouse...... 30 Texas Health and Human Services Commission...... 33 HOUSING: SERVICES Denton Affordable Housing Corporation (DAHC)...... 9 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Denton Housing Authority...... 12 INCOME MAINTENANCE Habitat for Humanity of Denton County...... 18 CCD Counseling, PA...... 5 Social Security Administration...... 30 INFORMATION and REFERRAL SERVICES: Texas Health and Human Services Commission...... 33 DAY CARE Child Care Services of North Central Texas (CCS)...... 5 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES/HOUSING INFORMATION and REFERRAL SERVICES: Christian Community Action (CCA) ...... 6 GENERAL City of Denton Community Development Office...... 7 American Pregnancy Association...... 2 Denton Affordable Housing Corporation (DAHC)...... 9 Metrocrest Social Services...... 23 Denton Housing Authority...... 12 REACH of Denton ...... 27 Giving Hope, Inc...... 17 Senior Adult Services...... 29 Interfaith Ministries...... 19 Texas Dept. of Family & Protective Services ...... 33

FOOD/MEALS INFORMATION and REFERRAL SERVICES: Argyle Food Bank...... 3 MEDICAL/DENTAL Asbury Relief Ministry Food Pantry ...... 3 American Cancer Society-Denton County Chapter...... 2 Christian Community Action (CCA)...... 6 Denton Bible Church (Vision Ministries)...... 9 LEGAL SERVICES Denton Community Food Center, Inc...... 10 CASA-Court Appointed Special Advocates Denton County WIC of Denton County...... 5 (Women, Infants and Children)...... 11 Children’s Advocacy Center for Denton County...... 6 Lake Cities Community Food Pantry ...... 21 Legal Aid of Northwest Texas...... 21 Little Elm Food Bank...... 22 Legal Hotline for Older Texans...... 21 Meals-on-Wheels of Denton...... 23 Legal Line-Dallas Bar Association...... 21 Metrocrest Social Services...... 23 Opening Doors International Services...... 25 Northwest Christian Community Services...... 25 State Bar of Texas, Lawyers Referral Service...... 32 Our Daily Bread...... 26 Pilot Point Goodfellows...... 27 MEDICAL SERVICES Roanoke Food Pantry...... 28 Alzheimer’s Association Greater Dallas Chapter ...... 1 The Salvation Army, Denton Corps...... 29 American Cancer Society-Denton County Chapter...... 2 The Salvation Army, Lewisville...... 29 American Diabetes Association ...... 2 Senior Adult Services...... 29 American Heart Association...... 2 The Shepherd’s Hand...... 30 Ann’s Haven VNA...... 3 Singing Oaks Church of Christ ...... 30 Bluebonnet Hospice Care...... 3 SPAN, Inc. (Special Programs for Aging Needs) ...... 31 Chrysalis Education Foundation...... 7 Texas Health and Human Service Commission...... 33 Denton County Indigent Health Care...... 11 Denton Kiwanis Club - Children’s Clinic...... 13 HEARING AIDS Easter Seals of North Texas...... 14 Easter Seals of North Texas...... 14 EyeCare America (Senior Eye Care Program)...... 15 Family Care Services, Inc...... 15 Family Health Care, Inc...... 15 Health Services of North Texas...... 18 RECREATION and PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society...... 21 ACTIVITIES: CHILD/ADULT Little Elm Medical Clinic...... 22 Arc of Denton County...... 3 March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation...... 23 Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star...... 3 Muscular Dystrophy Association...... 23 Boy Scouts of America-Longhorn Council...... 4 National Multiple Sclerosis Society- Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Texas...... 4 South Central Chapter...... 24 Camp Fire First Texas ...... 4 PediPlace...... 26 City of Denton-Parks and Recreation Department...... 7 Pinnacle Home Health...... 27 Denton I.S.D.-Extended School Day Program...... 12 Primary Care Clinic of North Texas...... 27 Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas...... 17 Reata Rehabilitation...... 28 Reata Rehabilitation...... 28 Riding Unlimited, Inc...... 28 Riding Unlimited, Inc...... 28 Senior Adult Services...... 29 Rosemont at Pecan Creek...... 28 Southern Care Hospice...... 31 The Salvation Army, Denton Corps...... 29 Southwestern Diabetic Foundation, Inc- SpiritHorse Therapeutic Riding Center...... 32 Camp Sweeney...... 31 TX-Agri Life Extension Service...... 32 SPAN, Inc...... 31 SpiritHorse Therapeutic Riding Center...... 32 SENIOR SERVICES Street Outreach...... 32 American Legion Senior Center...... 2 Texas Dept. of Health Services-Children with The AARP Connections for Independent Living...... 2 SpecialHealth Care Needs (CSHCN)...... 33 Denton Senior Center...... 13 Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children...... 34 Geri-Options Geriatric Care Management...... 16 VA North Texas Health Care System...... 38 Lewisville Senior Activities Center...... 22 Pilot Point Senior Center...... 27 MENTAL HEALTH / MENTAL RETARDATION: R.S.V.P. (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) ...... 28 GENERAL INFORMATION S.C.O.R.E ...... 29 Arc of Denton County...... 3 Senior Adult Services...... 29 Denton County Mental Health Mental Retardation....11 SPAN, Inc. (Special Programs for Aging Needs)...... 31 Denton State Supported Living Center...... 14 Sullivan Senior Center...... 32 Excel Center of Lewisville...... 14 The Colony Senior Center...... 34 REACH of Denton ...... 27 University Behavioral Health Denton...... 36 RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES: HOUSING VA North Texas Health Care System...... 38 Cumberland Presbyterian Children’s Home...... 8 Denton County Mental Health/Mental Retardation PARENT EDUCATION INFORMATION (MHMR)...... 11 Arc of Denton County...... 3 Denton Freedom House...... 12 Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star...... 3 Denton State Supported Living Center...... 14 Denton I.S.D.-Teen Parent Program...... 13 Evergreen at Lewisville...... 14 Fair Oaks Retirement Apartments...... 15 PRENATAL CARE SERVICES Leuty Avenue Apartments...... 22 Advocacy and Pregnancy Center...... 1 Rosemont at Pecan Creek...... 28 Denton County Health Department...... 10 Shady Shores Apartments...... 30 Denton County WIC Solutions of North Texas...... 31 (Women, Infants and Children)...... 11 We Care Facilities, LLC...... 38 Family Health Care, Inc...... 15 March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation...... 23 SHELTERS Planned Parenthood...... 27 Denton County Friends of the Family...... 10 Woman to Woman Pregnancy Resource Center...... 39 Denton Freedom House...... 12 North Texas Youth Connection...... 25 The Salvation Army, Denton Corps...... 29 SUBSTANCE ABUSE Texas Workforce Solutions...... 34 Cenikor Foundation...... 5 VA North Texas Health Care System ...... 38 Denton Treatment Services...... 14 Innovative Counseling Services...... 19 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Nexus Recovery Center, Inc...... 24 The AARP Connections for Independent Living...... 2 Solutions of North Texas...... 31 American Red Cross-Denton Branch ...... 2 University Behavioral Health Denton...... 36 Ann’s Haven VNA...... 3 UNT Substance Abuse Resource Center...... 37 Arc of Denton County...... 3 VA North Texas Health Care System...... 38 Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star...... 3 Boy Scouts of America-Longhorn Council...... 4 SUBSTANCE ABUSE: YOUTH Camp Fire First Texas ...... 4 Denton County Mental Health CASA-Court Appointed Special Advocates Mental Retardation (MHMR)...... 11 of Denton County...... 5 Nexus Recovery Center, Inc...... 24 Communities In Schools of North Texas...... 8 Phoenix House of Dallas...... 26 Cumberland Presbyterian Children’s Home...... 8 Denton Community Food Center...... 10 SUBSTANCE ABUSE: INFORMATION Denton County Friends of the Family...... 10 and REFERRAL SERVICES Foster Grandparent Project/ Greater Dallas Council on Senior Companion Program...... 16 Alcohol and Drug Abuse...... 17 Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas...... 17 Greater Dallas Council on TRANSPORTATION Alcohol and Drug Abuse...... 17 American Cancer Society-Denton County Chapter...... 2 Greater Lewisville Cares...... 17 Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA)...... 11 Habitat for Humanity of Denton County...... 18 The Salvation Army, Denton Corps ...... 29 Hearts for Homes...... 18 Senior Adult Services...... 29 Keep Denton Beautiful/Keep Lewisville Beautiful...... 20 SPAN, Inc., (Special Program for Aging Needs) ...... 31 Meals-on-Wheels of Denton...... 23 Mother’s Milk Bank of North Texas...... 23 VETERANS SERVICES Northwest Christian Community Services...... 25 SPAN, Inc., (Special Program for Aging Needs)...... 31 Our Daily Bread...... 26 Reading and Radio Resource...... 27 R.S.V.P. (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program...... 28 The Salvation Army, Denton Corps...... 29 Senior Adult Services...... 29 SPAN, Inc., (Special Programs for Aging Needs) ...... 31 Special Abilities of North Texas...... 31 TWU-Helping Hands...... 35 UNT-Center for Leadership and Service...... 36 Volunteer Program of D.I.S.D...... 38 Woman to Woman Pregnancy Resource Center...... 39 RESOURCES

Ability Connection Texas Advocacy and Pregnancy Center

8802 Harry Hines Blvd. 817 S. Mill Street, Ste. 112 Dallas, TX 75235 Lewisville, TX 75057 (214)351-2500 fax (214)351-2610 (972)436-2273 fax (972)420-8993 www.abilityconnectiontexas.org 1:30PM - 6:00PM - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:30AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Denton County Greater DFW Metroplex Walk-ins only are accepted, clients will fill out forms upon arrival. IMPACT Pregnancy test, verification of pregnancy, maternity clothes, Adults over the age of 18 who have disabilities and are unable baby clothes, baby food, baby formula & diapers to participate in a work program Services are available on a private pay basis for clients not enrolled in a Medicaid waiver program. Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Dallas Chapter Provides daily opportunities for adults with disabilities who are 18 and older to participate in individualized goal setting, life 4144 North Central Expressway, Ste. 750 skills education, personal growth training, and recreation and Dallas, TX 75204 leisure interests in their community. (214)540-2400 (800)272-3900 fax (214)827-2064 www.alz.org/greaterdallas Children’s Education Program 8:30AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 6:00PM - Monday - Friday Denton County Children 18 months to 6 years old with any type of disability Anyone who suspects or is dealing with a diagnosis of Sliding scale with assistance available dementia for themselves or loved ones. Provides pre-school education and day care services to children All programs, services, and classes are free to families. with special therapies included . (Scholarships available for MedicAlert Safe Return.) Some programs require screening to assess appropriate stage Assistive Technology for particular group. Free or sliding scale Provides support and assistance to persons affected by Provides computer and assistive technology, training, and Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia disorders as well as to support to people of all ages and all types of disabilities. their families and other caregivers. The chapter provides a wide variety of education opportunities, support groups, one-on-one care consultations, 24/7 Helpline as well as a resource library. Adult & Community Education for Denton County

1215 N. Elm St. Amazing Love Ministries Denton, TX 76201 (940)369-0091 fax (940)369-4988 819 E. McKinney St. www.dentonisd.org Denton, TX 76209 10:00AM - 7:00PM - Monday-Thursday; (940)381-5190 fax (940)367-6486 9:30AM - 6:30PM - Friday www.amazingloveministries.net Denton, Wise, Cooke and Collin Counties Provides adult learning classes, GED preparation and Feed My Sheep testing, adult basic education (ABE), English-as-a-Second- 5:30PM - 6:30PM - Wednesday Language (ESL). Parent education and personal enrichment Denton County classes provided at various locations throughout the school A meal and food pantry districts.

1 American Cancer Society The AARP Connections for Independent Living

3301 West Freeway 601 E. Street NW Fort Worth, TX 76107 Washington, D.C. 20049 (800)227-2345 Denton County www.cancer.org The AARP Connections for Independent Living is a pilot 8:30AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday program designed to ensure seniors’ independence. The program North Texas consists of volunteers who provide services to older people living Provides referrals and access to community programs, visits independently, including making visits, shopping for groceries, by cancer survivors, rides to cancer treatment, supplies as providing transportation, making home repairs, and calling available, smoking cessation and support groups. to check on them. Those that are interested can write to the address provided.

American Diabetes Association American Pregnancy Association 4100 Alpha Rd., Ste. 100 Dallas, TX 75244 1425 Greenway Drive, Ste. 440 (972)392-1181 (800)342-2383 fax (972)392-1366 Irving, TX 75038 www.diabetes.org (800)672-2296 fax (972)550-0800 www.americanpregnancy.org 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 24 Hours - Monday - Thursday Denton County Nationwide The American Diabetes Association offers literature and Provides referrals regarding pregnancy resources via the educational material on the detection and prevention of helpline only (doesn’t see clients in the office). Referrals include diabetes. `Provides information on financial assistance, phone numbers and information to pregnancy centers, medical advocacy programs and how to live with diabetes. testing, assistance with material goods, breast feeding resources, Medicaid assistance, birthing centers, and midwives.

American Heart Association American Red Cross-Denton Branch 8200 Brook River Drive, Ste. N-100 Dallas, TX 75247 1200 South Woodrow Lane, #200 (214)748-7212 fax (214)748-1307 Denton, TX 76205 www.heart.org (940)384-0880 fax (940)384-0884 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday www.redcrossdallas.org Provides education and treatment programs in order to reduce 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday disability and death from cardiovascular disease and stroke. Denton County Denton County Red Cross issues client assistance cards for emergency food and clothing to clients as a result of a disaster. American Legion Senior Center Vouchers are issued for emergency housing. Additional assistance such as eyeglasses and prescriptions are available. Referrals are 629 Lakey St. made for long term assistance to other agencies. Denton, TX 76205 (940)349-8298 10:00AM - 3:00PM - Monday - Friday Ann Windle School for Young Children 50 years or older Sign in every morning and for lunch 901 Audra Lane Denton County Denton, TX 76209 Provides recreational, physical, and educational programs for (940)369-3900 fax (940)369-4930 persons over 50 years of age. Some of the programs offered include www.dentonisd.org help with filling out Medicare papers, dance classes, exercise 7:30AM - 4:00PM - Monday - Friday classes, and health checks twice a month. We take a trip once Head-Start program qualifies by income and age. Head-Start a month. There are Thursday night Dominos Tournaments for intake begins in April with enrollment in August, PPCD & $3.00 and monthly newsletters are also available by contacting Deaf Ed do intake all year round. the office. Hot meals every day, $2.00 for members and $3.00 for Denton County non members. Provides educational services to high risk students. Works on pre-academic, developmental, and self concept skills.

2 Ann`s Haven VNA Asbury Relief Ministry Food Pantry

325 W. McKinney, Ste. 101 117 Hercules Lane Denton, TX 76201 Denton, TX 76207 (940)349-5900 fax (940)383-4000 (940)387-6487 fax (940)566-3987 www.vnatexas.org www.asburydenton.org 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 10:00AM - first 30 served, 6:00PM - first 30 served -Monday Those in emergency need of food VNA Hospice Denton County 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Provides food (2 days worth) 5 times a year. Must have physician orders for care to begin. Denton County Care for those diagnosed with a terminal illness - focused Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star on symptom management and support to their families. Bereavement services are provided for one year following the 723 S. I-35E, Ste. 214 death of a loved one. Denton, TX 76205 (940)383-4441 (888)887-BIGS fax (940)382-0815 VNA Home Care www.bbbstx.org 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday and by appointment Must have physicial orders for care to begin Children - 7 years and older Denton County Volunteer mentors submit an application and references. Traditional home health services, including physical, occupational Background checks, personal interview, and training are and speech therapy, with specialized programs in cardiac required. disease, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, and Vital Stim for Children and parents submit a brief application and meet with dysphasia. an enrollment specialist. Denton County The Big Brothers Big Sisters mission is to provide children facing Arc of Denton County adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported 1-to-1 mentoring relationships that change lives for the better, PO Box 1279 forever. We partner with parents/guardians, volunteers, and Denton, TX 76202 others in the community and hold ourselves accountable (800)375-4520 fax (972)436-8471 for each child in our program achieving higher aspirations, www.arcofdentoncounty.org greater confidence, and better relationships while also 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday avoiding risky behaviors and achieving educational success. No restrictions. Usually serve people with disabilities, their family, and support personnel. Denton County Bluebonnet Hospice Care The Arc offers a variety of program services in areas of education, advocacy, family support, and recreation. Programs for adults 1517 Centre Place, Ste. 220 with disabilities include dance, socials, cook-outs, movie nights, Denton, TX 76205 craft workshops, and sponsorship of the local self-advocate (940)323-2122 fax (940)323-8095 chapter. Children’s activities include holiday socials and parent www.bluebonnethc.com workshops. Arc reaches into schools and communities with 8:30AM - 5:30PM - Monday - Friday Teacher Appreciation coffees, an annual awards banquet, administration of 2 college scholarships, and Techno-Tote, a Hospice Care mobile technology library. Individuals who meet eligibility per doctor Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and those with no insurance Argyle Food Bank Denton and Collin Counties Bluebonnet Hospice Care is a palliative care program for 414 N. Hwy 377 patients that have been diagnosed with a limiting illness. We Argyle, TX 76226 provide the patient and their family with physical, emotional, (940)464-7224 fax (940)461-7115 social, and spiritual care which is supervised by a medical www.firstargyle.org interdisciplinary team of professionals and volunteers. 9:00AM -11:45AM - Monday Argyle, TX Provides food to the residents of the City of Argyle.

3 Boy Scouts of America - Longhorn Council academics, as well as life & job skills. A special teen program is offered providing teens with exposure to careers, job hunting 850 Cannon Dr. skills, and a focus on setting goals for education. Hurst, TX 76054 (817)231-8500 (940)230-0784 fax (817)231-8600 www.longhorncouncil.org/www.beascout.org Camp Fire First Texas 8:30AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Youth ages 6-20 2700 Meacham Blvd. $15.00 registration Fort Worth, TX 76137 Application at any time (817)831-2111 fax (817)831-5070 All areas - DISD www.campfirefw.org Provides character development and citizenship training for 8:30AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday youth ages 6-10 with an emphasis on outdoor adventure and Varies by program camping programs. Children 6 months -18 years Program applications are available online at campfirefw.org Tarrant, Parker, Wise, Hood, Johnson (Burleson) and Denton Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Texas counties. Child Care Training is provided in Tarrant, Collin, Dallas, Denton, and other Texas counties. Resource & 303 Alamo Avenue Referral service is provided throughout north central Texas. Lake Dallas, TX 75065 Offers youth development programs for boys and girls ages 6 (940)239-9309 fax (940)239-9313 months -18 years old. The programs include early child care, www.bgcnct.org camping, outdoor education, truancy prevention and child care 2:30PM - 6:30PM - Monday - Friday provider training programs. Many programs are adaptable to special needs and help cultivate and raise self-esteem, develop After School Program positive peer relationships and learn community responsibility. Children ages 5-17 Adult volunteer opportunities are available. Varies by client’s ability to pay. Ranges from $10 to $150 per month during school and $20-$285 during summer. Complete membership application and financial aid request Camp Summit if applicable. Denton and Wise Counties 17210 Campbell Blvd., Ste. 180W During the academic school year the club offers a literacy club Dallas, TX 75252 which conducts Project Learn, focusing on academic success (972)484-8900 fax (972)620-1945 through homework assistance and tutoring. Sports Club offers www.campsummittx.org programs that help youth improve their health through nutrition, 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday education, fitness challenges, and social recreation. (Triple Play) 921 Copper Canyon Rd. Fine Arts Club offers members the opportunity to explore their Argyle, TX 76226 creativity and artistic talents both at the club and through Varies with seasons participation in national competitions. Technology club offers Children 6 years - adults with no age limit with developmental members opportunities to learn the fundamentals of computer delay, physical challenges or multiple disabilities. Sliding scale, hardware, software, internet safety, and viral bullying awareness. some scholarships Specific programs within the club vary month to month. Year round residential camping program for children and adults with disabilities. Campers may have developmental Summer Camp delays, physical challenges or multiple disabilities. Traditional 7:00AM - 6:30PM - Monday - Friday camp environment with swimming, arts & crafts, nature study, Children ages 5-17 horseback riding, challenge course, etc. We adapt all activities to Varies by client’s ability to pay. Ranges from $10 to $150 per the needs of our campers. No upper age limit for adults. month during school and $20-$285 during summer. Completes membership application and financial aid request if applicable. Career Center-Denton County High Schools Denton and Wise Counties During the summer camp members have an opportunity to 1007 Fulton Drive Denton, TX 76201 participate in all clubs and leagues with an extended list of (940)369-2020 programs & activities due to their extended time at the club. www.dentonisd.org A minimum of 3-4 field trips are offered in June & July camp Any resident of the Denton community seeking career sessions. Youth will have an opportunity to enhance their assessment/interpretation or counseling.

4 Denton ISD http://ccdcounseling.com/family-tree-program/ Career assessment/interpretation or counseling available for Everyone else should contact the therapist they wish to see: Denton County residents. http://ccdcounseling.com/therapistsall/ Offers affordable counseling for individuals, couples & families. Also offers play therapy for children and educational CASA and therapeutic groups. The Family Tree Program provides prevention and short term services for at-risk youth and their Court Appointed Special Advocates of Denton Co., Inc. families. 614 N. Bell Avenue Denton, TX 76209 (940)243-2272 fax (940)243-1605 CEMA Associates www.casadenton.org 8:30AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 1204 Bent Oaks, Ste. 200 Denton County Denton, TX 76210 Children from birth to 18 from Denton County who have (940)381-5010 fax (940)380-4030 been removed from their homes by CPS. Referred through www.cema-nt.com the district courts of Denton County. 8:30AM - 6:00PM - Monday - Thursday Provides court advocacy to children who have been removed 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Friday from their homes by CPS because of abuse or neglect. CASA Denton County uses trained volunteers as advocates for the children. Offers an Anger Management Program, Children’s Divorce Coping Groups, Chemical Abuse Resistance Education Class (both in English and Spanish), play therapy, substance abuse evaluation for the Department of Transportation (Federal, State Catholic Charities Diocese of Fort Worth and Local), and counseling for all ages regarding addictions, Veteran’s Services parenting, anxiety, depression, and blended families. Also offers mediation for services for all types of dispute. Se habla 249 W. Thornhill Dr. Espanol. Fort Worth, TX 76119 (817)534-0814 (817)681-7985 fax (817)535-8779 www.catholiccharitiesfortworth.org 8:30AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Cenikor Foundation Veteran’s Services 2255 N. Bonnie Brae 2209 S. Main Street Denton, TX 75207 Fort Worth, TX 76110 (817)681-7985 fax (940)382-7939 (817)921-2771 (866)923-3428 fax (817)926-0301 Members of Veteran’s family/veteran, very low-income (does www.cenikor.org not exceed 50% AMI - Denton County), residing in permanent 24 Hours/7 Days a Week housing or homeless, exited permanent housing within 90 Adult men and women with a chronic history of addiction days. who are physically able to work. Screening (15 minutes on phone/face to face), Veteran In state residents: $350 and out-of-state residents $1,500 provides documentation, staffing (process of less than 1 week) Screening by telephone or in person - contact Admissions Denton County Department Rental assistance, application assistance, security deposit, Adult long-term residential substance abuse treatment. storage, moving costs, transportation, child care, case Prevocational employment training, GED classes, college management, budget class, referrals scholarships. Individual and group counseling. Please visit our website or contact the Admission office.

CCD Counseling, PA Child Care Services of North Central Texas (CCS) 1512 Scripture Denton, TX 76201 1300 Teasley Lane (940)382-5328 (800)897-7068 fax (940)898-8527 Denton, TX 76205 www.ccdcounseling.com (940)382-5619 (800)234-9306 fax (940)323-4394 8:00AM - 8:00PM - Monday - Saturday, and as scheduled www.dfwjobs.com/childcare Denton County 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Family Tree Program is free Children birth to 12 and children up to 19 years with Family Tree clients should contact the Denton County Case disabilities. Manager. Payment based on family’s monthly income.

5 Denton, Wise, and Collin Counties Compensation Claims, forensic medical exams, and Provides state-funded childcare primarily to low-income collaboration with other agencies. Counseling program offers families to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency. For most individual, group, and play therapy, court preparation, and clients, CCS requires a co-payment based on the family’s court accompaniment. monthly income.

Children’s Connections Inc. Child Study Center 2514 82nd Street, Ste. G 1300 W. Lancaster Avenue Lubbock, TX 79423 Fort Worth, TX 76102 (806)745-7995 fax 806)745-7350 (817)336-8611 (817)390-2948 fax (817)390-2941 (800)456-4862 www.cscfw.org www.childrensconnections.org 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 9:00AM -5:00PM - Monday-Friday Connecting Hearts Infant Adoption, Home Study Services, Robert W. Decker Pediatric Department Crystal Angels Embryo Adoption 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Anyone interested in adoption Children ages 0-21 with developmental disabilities Fees vary depending on service Applicable medical insurance will be billed, uninsured will be Email [email protected] or call (800)456-4862 seen on sliding scale basis to get started. Family must fill out application available on the website and Children’s Connections, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization of submit for processing committed professionals who are dedicated to helping build The Child Study Center serves children from birth through 21 families. We provide free adoption consultation services, years of age who have, or are at risk for developmental disabilities. parenting education, infant adoption, embryo adoption, and The Center sees children with the full range of developmental home study services throughout Texas for domestic infant, difficulties and associated disorders. Neurodevelopmental international, waiting (older) child/out of state foster care, step- and behavioral pediatricians staff the Pediatric Department. parent, grandparents/relative and embryo adoption. Regardless Neurodevelopmental and behavioral pediatricians evaluate of where you are in the adoption process, we can help you know the interaction of medical/biologic factors with development. what to expect and to make the best choices for you and your Common diagnoses served include: Attention deficit/ family. We are available at every step of your adoption journey to hyperactivity disorder, Autistic spectrum disorders, Behavioral answer questions, provide you with resources and referrals, and to disorders, Developmental delay, Developmental difficulties further educate you on the type of adoption you are interested in. associated with syndromes and other developmental differences, Learning Disabilities, and Intellectual Disabilities. The Center Pregnancy Solutions is a multi-disciplinary facility offering individual treatment. 24 Hours/7 Days a Week The Center’s services also include the Psychology Department, Pregnant women who are not ready to parent their baby, have Autism Services Department, Behavior Disorders Clinic, and medical needs, or who are a victim of crime the Jane Just School. The Center also offers an International (800)456-4862 Adoption Clinic and NIGrads Clinic. We provide help for an expectant mother in Texas experiencing a crisis during pregnancy by providing support, adoption information, and counseling. Assessments help identify needs Children’s Advocacy Center for Denton County and develop a plan. We work with pregnant women who are victims of a crime (whether they have filed a police report or not), 1854 Cain Drive have medical needs, or are not ready to parent their baby. All Lewisville, TX 75077 services to pregnant women are at no charge. (972)317-2818 (866)875-1015 fax (972)317-6989 www.cacdc.org 8:00AM - 8:00PM - Monday - Friday Christian Community Action (CCA) 235 West Hickory Street, Ste. B Denton, TX 76201 200 South Mill Street Plus scheduled appointments. Lewisville, TX 75057 Any family dealing with child sexual or severe physical abuse (972)436-4357 (972)221-1224 fax (940)349-7753 that has already been reported. www.ccahelps.org Report abuse to law enforcement or Child Protective 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Services Denton, Wise, and Cooke Counties Closed 12:00PM - 12:30PM for lunch Provides forensic interviews of child abuse victims for law 200% or less of Federal Poverty Guidelines. 90 days residency in enforcement or CPS, assistance with filing Crime Victim the service area of CCA. See the CCA website for more details

6 on eligibility guidelines. 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Prospective clients may go to www.ccahelps.org to print out Low to moderate income homeowners applications for assistance or pick up an application at 200 S. No fee to apply - Loan is part payable, part deferred Mill St, Lewisville, TX 75057. Please call for an appointment and general information to The completed form can be mailed or dropped off. A night apply. drop slot is available in door 200A. Copies of basic documents Within the city limits of Denton must be provided. Those include: picture I.D. on all adults, The Home Improvement Program provides assistance to proof of all household income, electric bill, lease or mortgage, homeowners with major repairs, through renovation or etc. The application will be reviewed and the client called for an reconstruction. The program is intended to assist low to appointment. More documents may be required depending on moderate-income owners who cannot afford to complete the the household circumstance. repairs themselves. Assistance is available in a combination Argyle ISD, Coppell ISD, Frisco ISD, Lewisville ISD, Little Elm low interest payable loan/deferred (forgivable) loan over 5 ISD, Lake Dallas ISD, Northwest ISD, and the Denton County to 20 years. portion of Carrollton/Farmers Branch ISD. For qualified persons, CCA provides a wide range of services Homebuyers Assistance Program which include financial, housing, food, medicine, vocational 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday classes, and more. Low to moderate income homebuyers Please call for an appointment and general information to Adult Health Center apply. (972)219-4325 Within the city limits of Denton By Appointment Homebuyers Assistance Program helps low to moderate The Adult Health Center serves uninsured adults by income homebuyers with down payment and closing costs to appointment. Fees charged on a sliding scale. buy their first home. Argyle ISD, Coppell ISD, Frisco ISD, Lewisville ISD, Little Elm ISD, Lake Dallas ISD, Northwest ISD, and the Denton County Minor Repair Program portion of Carrollton/Farmers Branch ISD. 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Please call for specific services provided. Low to moderate income homebuyers Please call for an appointment and general information to apply. Chrysalis Educational Foundation Within the City Limits of Denton The Minor Repair Program assists with urgent home repairs 722 W. Oak Street costing $5,000 or less. Denton, TX 76201 (940)382-5688 fax (940)380-8756 www.northtexaseatingdisorders.org City of Denton - Parks and Recreation Department 9:00AM - 9:00PM - Monday - Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Friday 321 E. McKinney Ages 14 and up pending evaluation for group Denton, TX 76201 Initial Evaluation is a 2 hour structured interview. (940)349-7275 fax (940)349-8384 Denton County www.dentonparks.com Develops educational tools related to eating disorders and 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday preventing eating disorders. Funds individuals who would not Denton County otherwise be able to receive care. Because eating disorders are Manages City of Denton’s public parks and open space. The varied, not everyone is a candidate for group care. We work department administers the North Lakes Recreation Center, to individualize care plans. Some clients need group care MLK Recreation Center, Denia Recreation Center, Denton and others do best with individual sessions and sessions with Senior Center, American Legion Senior Center, Denton Civic dietitian. Center, Goldfield Tennis Center, McMath Gym, Water Works Park, Civic Center Pool, Skate Works Skate Park, and the Denton Natatorium. City of Denton - Community Development Office

601 E. Hickory Street, Ste. B Denton, TX 76205 (940)349-7726 (940)349-7235 fax (940)349-7753 www.cityofdenton.com/residents.community-development 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Home Improvement Program

7 Communities In Schools of North Texas to and from training/colleges at least 20 miles one way to eligible low-income individuals. 1565 W. Main Street Lewisville, TX 75067 (972)350-4773 fax (214) 626-1719 Cross Timbers YMCA www.cisnt.org 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 2021 Cross Timbers Road Provides dropout prevention services to economically Flower Mound, TX 75028 disadvantaged students in schools across Denton and Wise (972)539-9622 fax (972)539-9348 counties. www.crosstimbersymca.org Children are referred to the program by teachers, school 5:00AM - 9:30PM - Monday - Thursday; administrators, parents or themselves. However, they have to 5:00AM - 8:00PM - Friday; 8:00AM - 6:00PM - Saturday; attend a school campus where we have a CIS program and 1:00PM - 6:00PM - Sunday qualify based on need in order to be enrolled in the program. Individuals, children and families of all ages Denton ISD, Lewisville ISD, Little Elm ISD, Northwest ISD Fees vary CISNT operates three distinct dropout prevention programs: Fitness, sports, swimming lessons, summer camp, parent- case management dropout prevention, dropout intervention child programs, and informal education for youth and programs, and 21st Century Community Learning Center adults. Scholarships available. afterschool programs. Case management dropout prevention programs assess students at-risk of dropping out based on need to develop and implement a case management plan to address Cumberland Presbyterian Children’s Home the identified needs. Case management includes supportive guidance and counseling, health and human services, academic 909 Greenlee enhancement, enrichment, parental involvement and career Denton, TX 76201 and college awareness. With intervention programs, CISNT (940)382-5112 fax (940)387-0821 specifically targets vulnerable populations such as teen parents, www.cpch.org gang members, homeless students, students abusing drugs or 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Monday - Friday alcohol, or children of incarcerated parents for comprehensive and holistic services designed to help students overcome these Children’s Residential Program barriers and stay in school. 21st Century Community Learning (940)382-5112 x 252 Center afterschool programs improves academics, attendance, Intake hours are 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Monday - Friday behavior, promotion (to the next grade level) rates, and improved Placements to this program are through TDFPS/CPS. graduation rates. Simply put, this program provides 15 hours of Program takes placements from around Texas academic enrichment weekly that adds up to additional days, Contact CPCH’s intake counselor at 940-382-5112 x 252 weeks, and even months of academics for the student each year. Program takes placements from around Texas To qualify for services, students must attend a school where The Children’s Residential Program at CPCH is a general the CIS program is housed. Please contact Brian McCauley if residential operation accepting basic and moderate level someone is not sure if they qualify. placements from TDFPS/CPS. It is a structured program providing all the basics, plus a strength-focused philosophy of care, on-site counseling, individualized case management, Community Services, Inc. life skills training, and a mentoring program. This program is not open to private placements; placements can only be made 207 W. Hickory St., Ste. 308 through TDFPS/CPS. Denton, TX 76201 (800)831-9929 Single Parent Family Program 8:00AM - 12:00PM and 1:00PM - 5:00 PM - Monday - Friday (940)382-5112 x 252 Provide verification and documentation of income to Intake hours are 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Monday - Friday determine household eligibility. Rent on a sliding fee scale Individuals must call the 1-800 number to schedule an Contact CPCH’s intake counselor at 940-382-5112 x 252 appointment. Program takes placements from around Texas. Anderson, Collin, Denton, Ellis, Henderson, Hunt, Kaufman, The Single Parent Family Program at CPCH is a transitional Navarro, Rockwall and Van Zandt counties housing program for adult single mothers and fathers with Provides assistance for energy crisis, elderly/disabled, case custody of their children. Clients pay rent on a sliding fee scale management, retrofit (comprehensive energy assistance) and have access to counseling, parent training, life skills classes, weatherization to reduce infiltration of air - other direct and case management. services including rental assistance (when funds are available), tuition, fees, books, food, limited gasoline for

8 Family Services Vision Ministries (940)382-5112 x 252 Under-resourced members of the Denton County community Intake hours are 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Monday - Friday Walk-ins welcome Open to anyone in the community needing services. Denton County Fees for counseling are charged on an income-based sliding Provides everyday needs such as food, clothing, and other scale. necessities to those in our community. Our mission is to be a Contact CPCH’s intake counselor at 940-382-5112 x 252 Vision of good news by addressing real needs and offering real Program takes placements from around Texas hope to those we serve. Family Services provides individual, marital, family, and play therapy to the community on an income-based sliding fee scale. SWEAT Team The program also offers parenting and pre-marital education Under-resourced members of the Denton County community classes for nominal fees. A pre-site visit by the director to determine eligibility Denton County Provides physical labor for home repairs, garden cleanup, Dallas Lighthouse for the Blind moving services, and construction to those in need.

4306 Capitol Avenue Denton Dental Mission Dallas, TX 75204 1010 North Elm, Ste. 106 (214)821-2375 fax (214)824-4612 Denton, TX 76201 www.dallaslighthouse.org Annual income under $30,000, 18 years or older Pre-Screening at Vision Ministries North Texas Denton County Provides training (computer lab), employment (manufacturing Provides free emergency dental care to those in need (specifically plant), and rehabilitation services that encourage personal extractions). responsibility, economic independence and social development for North Texans who are blind or visually impaired. Mercy Heart 2300 E. University Dr. Denton, TX 76204 (940)297-6745 Denton Affordable Housing Corporation (DAHC) 6:00PM - Wednesday

Family members of the incarcerated 610-C N. Bell Avenue Show up at appointed time Denton, TX 76209 No restrictions (940)484-7048 fax (940)484-7032 Provides a place for families of the incarcerated to enjoy www.dentonaffordablehousing.org friendship and find encouragement among like individuals 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday where they are loved and accepted. Call for eligibility

Submit application Denton, TX Through the Affordable Homeowner Opportunity Program, Denton Christian Preschool DAHC develops single-family affordable homes to sell to income- eligible qualified first time buyers. Homebuyer education, 1114 W. University Drive down-payment and closing costs assistance are also available Denton, TX 76201 to eligible homebuyers. DAHC owns and operates subsidized (940)383-3332 fax (940)383-8223 rental units for people with disabilities and leases affordable www.dentoncps.org rentals to families in the Transitional Housing Program 8:15AM - 4:00PM - Monday - Friday September - May Children age 3 by September 1st and children age 4 from low- administration by Giving Hope, Inc. income families, considered at-risk $10 per month per family Application must be reviewed by admissions committee for Denton Bible Church selection. Services all of Denton County, however, transportation is only 626 Wainwright St. available to a more limited area. Denton, TX 76201 Children are provided with developmentally appropriate (940)387-8230 learning activities to prepare them for successful entry into public www.dentonbible.org school. Two bilingual classes are provided. Transportation to 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Tuesday - Friday and from school each day is provided on safe school buses within a limited radius of the school. Nutritious lunch and snack is provided each school day. Medical and diagnostic screening as

9 well as parenting education are also provided. Unable to accept Denton County Friends of the Family all children who apply, capacity is 62. 4845 S. I-35E Ste. 200 Corinth, TX 76210 Denton City County Day School (940)387-5131 Crisis Line (940)382-7273 Crisis Line (800)572-4031 fax (940)383-1816 1603 Paisley Street www.dcfof.org Denton, TX 76209 8:30AM - 8:00PM - Monday - Friday; (940)382-6485 fax (940)381-2418 9:00AM - 1:00PM - Saturday www.dccds.org 6:30AM - 6:00PM - Monday - Friday Residential Shelter/24 Hour Crisis Line Children ages 2 - 5 (940)382-7273 Sliding scale weekly fees based on family income and size 24 Hours /7 Days a Week Enrollment process and packet required Any victim of relationship violence or sexual assault who is Denton County seeking safety from abuse Denton City County Day School has been providing quality Service area includes anyone in need of shelter due to abuse preschool education to children ages 2-5 in Denton County Services include safety planning, case management, legal since 1952. DCCDS is making an impact in the community advocacy, and transitional housing for those who qualify. by providing access to affordable full-day pre-kindergarten Residents are able to access counseling, both for themselves programming that will prepare children to be school-ready and their children, help in securing available financial services, in reading, writing, math, and skills to succeed in school and and support in achieving personal growth and independent ultimately employment. DCCDS offers parents quality care, living. with qualified staff at affordable weekly fees based on income and family size. DCCDS provides children with breakfast, lunch Violence Intervention & Prevention Program and an afternoon snack daily that meet or exceed the Child At least 17 years old, any income level and no residency and Food nutrition guidelines. We provide a fun, nurturing requirements environment for children to learn, grow, and stretch their $30 per session, sliding scale available imaginations. Call main number, enroll for orientation, or talk to front desk for more information Denton and surrounding counties Denton Community Food Center The VIPP provides a psychoeducational program for relationship violence offenders. The program meets the guidelines of Texas 109 W. Sycamore for these programs. Participants may be court ordered or Denton, TX 76201 voluntary. They attend an orientation, an intake, 27 classes, (940)382-0807 and an exit to complete the program. The focus is accountability www.dentoncfc.org for using abusive behaviors and changing these to respectful, 1:00PM - 3:00PM - Monday - Friday, excluding holidays non-abusive behaviors towards their partners. Any person or family in an emergency situation (job loss, illness/health emergency, lack of funds) Outreach Advocacy and Counseling ID is required for all family members to be claimed as living in All eligible clients the household. No fees for victims Northern Denton County (north of Lake Lewisville) Call for intake session Provides food supplies to families/individuals who are in an Denton and surrounding counties emergency situation. Clients are limited to four visits per year Support group, individual counseling for adults and children, links (typically quarterly-no more than monthly). The Center accepts to community resources, legal advocacy, and accompaniment donations of food and contributions of money, which is used to through the justice system are all available for victims of buy needed commodities. Volunteers are needed one day a week sexual assault and relationship violence. on a regular schedule from 1pm to 3pm Monday thru Friday. Tasks include screening families, sacking groceries, maintaining/ sorting supplies, loading and unloading trucks, and keeping food Denton County Health Department center in order. 535 S. Loop 288, Ste. 1003 Denton, TX 76205 (940)349-2900 fax (940)349-2905 www.dentoncounty.com/health 7:00AM - 6:00PM - Monday – Thursday; 8:00AM - 5:00PM- Friday, closed daily from 12:00PM - 1:00PM

10 Denton County Health Department Clinic Denton County Mental Health Mental (940)349-2900 Retardation Center (MHMR) 8:00AM - 11:00AM and 1:00PM - 4:00PM - Monday - Friday Most programs are available to low-income families, and are 2519 Scripture provided at a low cost. Call for more information on specific Denton, TX 76201 programs. (940)381-5000 Crisis Line (940)387-5555 For maternity, primary care, child health, and dental, clients (800)762-0157 fax (940)383-1804 must bring: proof of household income for past 30 days, www.dentonmhmr.org current tax return, proof of physical address (utility bill), 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday picture ID for adults, birth certificates for children under 18. Individuals, children, and families Call for more details on specific programs. Clients call into the crisis line and then have 30 days to present Denton County Residents themselves. Client will need to provide proof of residence The Health Department clinic provides countywide health and proof of income to present to the Benefits Coordinator. services including: maternity clinic, primary care clinic, child Depending on the services offered this will determine if health clinic, dental services, immunizations for children and the client will be assigned a case manager and a doctor’s adults and overseas, pregnancy testing, STD screening, TB appointment. Community resources are given if the client is elimination services, application assistance for CHIP, CHIP not eligible for services or if the client goes on the wait list. Perinatal, Children’s Medicaid, TANF, SNAP (formerly Food Denton County Stamps), and Women’s Health Program; mammograms for Mental Health Services/Programs: Assertive Community low-income women over 40; car seat education and assistance Treatment (ACT Team), Community & Hospital Liaison, for low-income families; satellite immunization clinics in Community Support, Crisis, Intake and Referral, Psychiatric, Carrollton and The Colony. Most programs and services are Residential Supported Housing, Connections, Case available to low-income Denton County residents, and are Management, and Supported Employment. IDD Services/ offered by appointment only. Clients should call to ask about Programs: Continuity of Care, Eligibility Determination/ eligibility requirements, fees, and appointments. Clinics are Admission, Home and Community Based Services (HCS), cash only. Personal checks, debit cards and credit cards are not In-Home and Family Support, Respite, Community Support accepted. The following services are non-qualifying and offered Services, Psychological and Behavioral Support, Residential, to the general public: STD screening, TB elimination services, Case Management, Vocational, and Employment. Volunteer immunizations, application assistance for state programs (listed opportunities available. Fees are assessed according to above). Please call for appointment times. income and size of family. Individuals who are eligible for services are not denied services because of an inability to pay.

Denton County Indigent Health Care Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) 535 S. Loop 288, Ste. 1052 Denton, TX 76205 604 E. Hickory (940)349-2940 (metro) (972)434-8864 (metro) Denton, TX 76208 (940)349-2941 (940)243-0077 (972)221-4600 fax (940)387-0829 www.dentoncounty.com/ihc www.dcta.net 8:00AM - 12:00PM and 1:00PM - 5:00 PM - Monday - Friday 5:00AM - 7:00PM - Monday-Friday Eligibility based on income (21 % poverty level), resource, 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday residency and household composition. Persons who are not eligible for assistance through any other source. Applications can be picked up in person or call and request Denton County WIC (Women, Infants and Children) one to be mailed Denton County only 535 S. Loop 288, Ste. 1003 Program pays for medically necessary medical services. Payments Denton, TX 76209 made to doctors (MD./DO.) hospitals and pharmacy. Programs (940)349-2930 fax (940)349-2931 covers cost of medical payment only. Our office does not provide www.dentoncounty.com the medical service since we are not a medical clinic. No 8:00AM - 12:30PM, 1:00PM - 7:00PM - Monday - Wednesday; emergency assistance. 8:00AM - 12:00PM, 1:00PM - 5:00PM -Thursday Women, infants, and children Denton County Provides nutrition education programs (classes and counseling), breastfeeding support and education, supplemental food, referrals (Medicaid, Texas Health Steps, Head Start, TANF, food stamps and CHIPs).

11 Denton Freedom House Pecan Place Apartments 302 S. Locust 3083 Trails End Denton, TX 76201 Aubrey, TX 76227 (940)484-9535 (940)565-5990 fax (866)778-9877 8:30AM - 12:30PM - Monday - Friday www.dentonfreedomhouse.org 62 years and older . Section 8 Application, picture ID, and 24 Hours/7 Days a Week social security card. Denton County Men 17 years and older Provides independent apartment living for low income seniors. Call and set an appointment Please view the website or call for more information. No restrictions We supply the resident with basic needs such as: toiletries, clothing, bed, and food. By no means are we a homeless shelter, Denton I.S.D. Extended School Day Program nor a place that guys can come to hang out until something else comes along. No romantic relationships allowed, other 1215 North Elm than marriage. Everyone is expected to follow strict guidelines/ Denton, TX 76201 policies and are subject to discipline for failure to submit. All (940)369-0080 fax (940)369-4988 of our curriculum is Christ centered, introducing that person www.dentonisd.org to Jesus Christ as the answer to all of our needs/problems. 10:00AM - 7:00PM - Monday - Thursday 9:30 AM - 6:30PM - Friday Children in Kindergarten through 5th grade Denton Housing Authority $50 Registration Fee, $155 monthly tuition fee Open to all DISD elementary students. However, there are 1225 Wilson Street a limited numbers of spots available and it is first come first Denton, TX 76205 served. Registration card filled out upon enrollment (940)383-1504 (940)383-3039 fax (940)383-2035 Denton ISD www.dentonhousingauthority.com The Extended School Day Program (ESD) provides structured 8:30AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday, academic, enrichment, and recreational activities for grades Closed from 12:00PM - 1:00PM K-5 at all 21 elementary campuses and Pre-K students at Low-income families Gonzalez School for Young Children. The program operates Denton County from 3PM to 6PM on Monday through Friday. ESD has a Provides rental assistance to low income families in Denton $50 registration fee and a $155 monthly tuition fee (limited County. scholarships are available). The program is open to Denton ISD elementary students and Pre-K students at Gonzalez. On early Section 8 release days staff arrive at the campus at 12:45PM (no extra fee 18 years and older, low income according to federal guidelines on these days). The Extended School Program is closed on all Accepted at the office with picture ID and social security card. school holidays and summer. Denton County Provides rental assistance to low income families/individuals 18 years or older that qualify. Homeownership program for Denton I.S.D. Regional Day School Program section 8 clients that qualify. Please view the website or call for for the Deaf-Special Education more information. 815 Cross Timber Heritage Oaks Apartments Denton, TX, 76205 2501 N. Bell Ave (940)369-4075 fax (940)369-4972 Denton, TX 76209 www.dentonisd.org (940)383-1506 fax (940)566-1480 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 5:00PM - Monday-Friday, closed 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM School-aged, hearing impaired children who demonstrate an 62 years and older educational need Apply at the property office with picture ID and social security Part of the public school programs in the tri-county area card. Denton, Cooke and Wise counties Denton County Provides educational services including instruction and related, Provides one and two bedroom duplex housing units for low support based on assessment that indicates educational need. income seniors that are able to live interdependently. The The program is offered at the following locations: Ann Windle property has market rate and accepts Section 8 vouchers. School for Young Children, McNair Elementary School, Please view the website or call for more information. McMath Middle School, and Denton High School.

12 Denton I.S.D. Social Services and Assistance Denton Kiwanis Club - Children’s Clinic

1307 North Locust Street 1001 N. Elm Street Denton, TX 76201 Denton, TX 76201 (940)369-0599 fax (940)369-0598 (940)387-6323 www.dentonisd.org www.dentonkiwanisclub.org 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 12:00PM and 2:00PM - 5:00PM - Monday, Tuesday, Denton ISD Thursday, and Friday; 2:00PM - 5:00PM - Wednesday Services for Denton ISD families and students includes Provides medical, dental and prescriptions services for children information and referral during personal, financial, or medical up to age 18 who are not covered by Medicaid or other insurance. crisis, identification of medical resources, assistance with The clinic is a referral service to a number of local health care school supplies, parent education programs, comprehensive providers. Must meet financial guidelines. Area covered is programs for DISD families and students who are homeless, Denton County north of Lake Lewisville. and Homebound Services for students unable to attend school due to health related issues. Denton Public Library Literacy Program

Denton I.S.D. Student and Staff Assistance 502 Oakland Street Denton, TX 76201 1307 North Locust Street (940)349-8774 fax (940)349-8752 Denton, TX 76201 www.dentonlibrary.com (940)369-0595 9:00AM - 9:00PM - Monday - Thursday; www.dentonisd.org 9:00AM - 6:00PM - Friday - Saturday; 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 1:00PM - 5:00PM - Sunday Programs and Services for Denton ISD students ,families and Adults ages 18 and older who would like to improve their staff. literacy skills Programs and Services for Denton ISD students, families, Each student must complete a student application and a and staff include drug and violence prevention, identification, reading assessment before being matched to a tutor. and intervention for students dealing with substance abuse, Denton County emotional, familial and life stage problems, individual The Denton Public Library Literacy program offers one-on-one and group support and counseling, parent education, crisis tutoring for those adults, ages 18 and up, who would like help management, mental health programming and training, improving their literacy skills. We allow for those with the lowest and Employee Staff Assistance Program for Denton ISD reading skill levels to those who need help in their day to day employees. lives. Tutors are trained before being matched with a student to ensure the best possible result.

Denton I.S.D. Teen Parent Program Denton Senior Center 1307 North Locust Denton, TX 76201 509 N. Bell (940)369-0599 fax (940)369-0598 Denton, TX 76209 www.dentonisd.org (940)349-8720 (972)434-2529, ext. 8720 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday fax (940)566-6040 Any students enrolled in DISD that are pregnant or parenting. www.dentonseniorcenter.com Denton ISD 8:00AM - 9:00PM - Monday - Friday The Teen Parent Program has licensed social workers delivering 9:00AM-1:00PM - Saturday services at a campus level. They act as case managers to the 50 years and older. All classes are intergenerational and open students in the program. Services provided are dependent for registration for adults 18 yrs+ upon the individual needs of the students and their families. $5/yr City of Denton residents and $10/yr for non-residents Homebound Services for students experiencing a complicated -- also program fees for trips and classes pregnancy and following the birth of their baby is also Denton County provided. Provides recreational, physical, and educational programs for persons over 50 years of age. Some of the programs offered include help with income tax forms, filling out Medicare papers, dance classes, ceramic classes, computer training, trips, and health checks. Monthly newsletters are available online, or by contacting the office. A new fitness room was added in 2010.

13 AARP Mature Driving Class Speech-Language, Occupational and Physical Therapy, Sand Offered 4 times a year Social Work (provides assistance with resources free of charge). 50 years and older $12 for AARP members, $14 for non- Accept most Medicaid plans and private pay insurance plans. members Contact Brenda at (940)382-2786 A defensive driving course for ages 50 and up. EduCare Community Living Call (940) 891-0877 for information. 2928 Metro Street, Ste. 101 Denton, TX 76207 Denton State Supported Living Center (940)380-0113, Ext. 23 fax (940)382-9521 www.rescare.com 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 3980 State School Road ICF-MR Residential Program Denton, TX 76210 24 Hours\7 Days a Week (940)891-0342 (940)591-3628 fax (940)591-3629 Medicaid recipients with intellectual & developmental www.dentonstateschool.org disabilities 24 Hours/7 Days a Week Contact referral and placement coordinator Individuals who have special needs Denton County Clients are referred and go through the admissions department Provides residential services to people with intellectual and upon arrival. developmental disabilities. Services include 24 hour supervision, North Texas nursing, day habilitation, life skills training, recreation, and Provides residential services for individuals with special leisure activities. needs. Services include 24 hour supervised residential services, comprehensive health care services including an acute care infirmary, vocation skills training, and work program, Evergreen at Lewisville (including sheltered workshops) life skills training, recreational/ leisure activities, respite services, and volunteer opportunities 415 South Garden Ridge Blvd. available. Lewisville, TX 75069 (972)956-8000 fax (972)956-8001 www.evergreenlewisville.com Denton Treatment Services Active adults, 55 years+ Provides apartment home community for active adults. Several 621 Londonderry Lane amenities available, please call or visit the website for more Denton, TX 76205 information. (940)483-0644 fax (940)483-9337 www.texastreatment.com 5:30AM - 11:00AM - Monday - Friday; Excel Center of Lewisville 7:00AM - 9:30AM - Saturday Adults 18 years and older with at least a 1 year history of 190 Civic Cir., Ste. 170 Opiate use Lewisville, TX 75067 $9.50 to $9.75 daily (972)906-5522 fax (972)906-5744 Denton, Wise, Collin, and Cooke Counties www.excelcenterlewisville.com Methadone maintenance for treatment of Opiate addiction. 8:00AM - 5:00PM-Monday-Friday 5-18 years old A free 1 1/2 hour assessment is required and can be scheduled Easter Seals North Texas from 8:00AM - 5:00PM We provide mental health, behavioral health, chemical 4443 North Josey Ln., Ste. 100 dependency, dual diagnosis through intensive outpatient and Carrollton, TX 75010 partial hospitalization. This program is a specialized day (972)394-8900 (888)617-7171 fax (972)394-6266 treatment. Additionally, we provide a Texas accredited Charter www.ntx.easterseals.com School. Doctor referrals are not needed and initial assessment is 7:30AM - 6:00PM - Monday - Friday free. Children, adolescents and adults Fees vary by program Provides outpatient speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, audiology services, and social services to children, adolescents, and adults with disabilities and special needs. Autism Treatment Program, Outpatient services include

14 Experience Works one bedroom, six plex apartment buildings with garden areas and a community garden area between each buidling. We also 900 Austin Ave. #303 have a community vegetable garden area planted and worked Waco, TX 76201 by the UNT Master Gardeners. (254)889-3880 (800)842-4982 fax (254)889-3088 www.experienceworks.org 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday-Friday Family Care Services, Inc. Denton County residents , 55 years or older with low-income or unemployed 7761 Raintree Ave. Proof of residency, age, and income Frisco, TX 75034 Identify and establish Host Agency training sites (Government (972)668-8242 fax (214)379-1065 agencies/offices and 501(c)3 organizations.), Recruit and www.familycaresrv.com place eligible trainees for part-time training/employment. 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday; tutor and assist trainees to find unsubsidized employment, Saturday - Sunday on call and by appointment; Experience Works pays trainee minimum wage during training 24-Hour Emergency Services period. Denton, Collin, Dallas, and Grayson counties Provides Philips Lifeline Emergency Response Systems (help in 60 seconds), Medication Dispensers, memory loss aids and EyeCare America medical ID. Philips Lifeline Emergency Response Systems is covered by Medicaid CCAD, CBA, and Star Plus. Offer same P.O. Box 429098 day or 24 hour services on installs. Prices start as low as $30 per San Francisco, CA 94142-9098 month. Call for more information. (877)887-6327 fax (415)561-8567 www.eyecareamerica.org Family Health Care, Inc. Senior Eye Care Program Lewisville, TX 3537 S. I-35E, Ste. 210 The Senior EyeCare program ensures that every senior has Denton, TX 76210 access to medical eye care and promotes annual dilated eye (940)381-2313 (940)381-5097 fax (940)381-5249 exams. It raises awareness about eye-related disease, including www.familyhealthcare-inc.com cataracts, provides free eye care education materials, and 8:00AM - 6:00PM - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday; facilitates access to eye care at no out-of-pocket expense for 8:00AM - 8:00PM - Wednesday eligible seniors. The Glaucoma EyeCare Program promotes Denton County early detection and treatment of glaucoma. It raises awareness Provides colposcopy with biopsy and leep with biopsy (with of glaucoma risk factors (family history, race and age), provides MD referral), breast sonogram/mammogram for mass (Denton free glaucoma materials, and facilitates access to medical care. Regional Medical Center), and pelvic sonogram for mass (at People may call the toll free number anytime, for themselves clinic location). Clients need copy of abnormal labs if they have and/or family members and friends, to request free eye care them and most recent physical exam. Need appointment with educational materials (for either program described above) and nurse practitioner. determine if they qualify for a referral to the EyeCare America’s 7,500 volunteer ophthalmologists nationwide. Low Income Prenatal Denton County women, pregnant, under 185% of Federal Poverty Guidelines, and not on Medicaid Fairoaks Retirement Apartments Fees are based on income for visits, labs, and sonograms Initial visit with social worker for assessment 1950 Lattimore Street Provides prenatal visits, social work assessment, sonograms, Denton, TX 76209 lab work, non-stress tests, and abnormal pap treatment. We (940)-891-1719 fax (940)891-6129 collaborate with St. Joseph Trust for clients without any money www.planocommunityhome.org to pay for services. 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday with 24/7 staff available Low income people age 62 years or older wanting to stay Diabetic Supply independently active Anyone who states they cannot afford the glucosometer or Complete application, return to property, put on waiting test strips list. Complete a 2025 eligibility form and sign contract We provide a facility for older people to live in a community of Denton County their peers. We also have a service coordinator available to assist Clients are given Glucometer test strips, Lancets, Insulin them with finding services needed. Our housing is individual,

15 Syringes Ketostex, Alcohol swabs. Clients should call before a day. There may be opportunities for maximum of forty hours coming. We can purchase test strips for specific glucometer per week if volunteer is interested. Volunteers receive $2.65 with 3 days notice. per hour ( a tax-free stipend that does not count against any other benefits being received such as Social Security, Pension, Problem Visit Housing Assistance, Food Stamps, etc.), one meal a day, paid 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Thursday vacation/sick day monthly and assistance with transportation $35 office visit and labs (if needed). Opportunities for services at the following stations: Initial client demographic information Denton State Supported Living Center campus, day care Family nurse practicioner examines client and decides on centers, preschool centers, and public schools in and around necessary labs or diagnostic tests. Collaborates and consults Denton and Denton County. Volunteers are paid while they with medical director and specialists. We are setting up a train (orientation). wide referral network with discounted diagnostic x-rays etc. and payment plan options with hospitals. Fred Moore Day Nursery School Family Planning & Well Woman/Male Exams 12 years and older 821 Cross Timber Street Sliding scale based on income Denton, TX 76205 Call for appointment , bring check stubs to complete eligibility (940)387-8214 fax (940)382-3207 form. www.fredmooredaynursery.com Provides physical exams, pap smears, on-site contraceptives, 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM - Monday - Friday and antibiotics for treatment of sexually transmitted diseases, Children age 6 weeks to 5 years old in low to moderately low- lab work, and vasectomies through Dr. Admire Casey. Male income households Exams - 9:00AM - 4:00PM Thursday only, and walk-ins at Fees are on a sliding scale, based on annual income 8:00AM and 1:00PM. Denton County Services are offered on a sliding scale to assist low-income families. Staff provides guidance and understanding focusing First Step Denton County Outreach Program on the special needs of each child. The curriculum provided is thematic play based curriculum, which allows each child 1406 N. Corinth St. Suite 401 to learn as they play. Provides three nutritious meals, which Corinth, TX 76208 are planned to meet the federal nutritional guidelines. When (940)497-5576 fax (940)497-5585 children leave the program, the school prepares them to leave www.firststepdenton.com with the educational and social skills necessary to thrive in a 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday public school setting. Any person seeking educational counseling or adult counseling Contact the agency for admission Geri-Options Geriatric Care Management Denton and surrounding counties First Step Intervention Programs are designed to assist clients (940)566-0902 fax (940)206-7829 in identifying maladaptive patterns of thinking, and behaviors, www.geri-options.com and develops a plan of action that will foster positive change. First 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday and per arrangement Step provides client assessment, counseling, and education. Services to the elderly and their families; some disabled $60 hour Call Geri Sams, LCSW, CMC Foster Grandparent/Senior Companion Program Denton County Professional Geriatric Care Managers specialize in P.O. Box 368 assisting older persons and their families with long term Denton, TX 76202 care arrangements by providing confidential consultation, (940)591-3459 (940)591-3462 fax (940)591-3463 assessment/planning, and care management services for older www.dentonstateschool.org persons with cognitive or physical decline. Geriatric Care Foster Grandparent/Senior Companion Managers act as a liaison to families at a distance, making 55 years and older sure things are going well, alerting the families to problems, Orientation Packet, Physical & Criminal Background Check, and can assist with moving an older person to or from a Fingerprinting retirement complex, assisted living residence, personal care Denton County home or nursing facility. In addition, PGCM’s can assist with Immediate opportunities for people 55 and older, which meet arrangements for in-home help and other community services; project guidelines, to serve as volunteers with children with review financial, legal or medical issues, and offer referrals to special needs each weekday for an average of four to five hours geriatric consultants to avoid future problems and to conserve

16 resources; and offer crisis intervention, counseling, support, for up to one month, and housing counseling for those facing and consumer education. Geri-Options is a member of the eviction or foreclosure. National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers and National Association of Social Workers. Goodwill Industries of Fort Worth

Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas 2030 W. University Drive Denton, TX 76201 6001 Summerside Drive (940)566-0398 (940)383-3051 fax (940)383-3280 Dallas, TX 75252 9:00AM - 7:00PM - Monday - Saturday (972)349-2400 (800)442-2260 fax (972)349-2499 12:00PM - 5:00PM - Sunday www.gsnetx.org Provides individuals with vocational evaluations, job readiness 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday services, and job placement. 2317 W. University Drive, Ste. 167 Denton, TX 76201 (940)243-1314 or (877)224-7282 fax (940)243-0435 Greater Dallas Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Girls, 5-17 years old $12 annual fee to GSUSA 1349 Empire Central Drive, Ste. 800 32 counties across Northeast Texas, including Denton & Dallas, TX 75247 Grayson (214)522-8600 (800)246-HOPE (4673) fax (214)521-7253 “The mission of Girl Scouts is to build girls of courage, confidence, www.dallascouncil.org and character, who make the world a better place. Girl Scouts is the 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday world’s premiere leadership development organization dedicated North Texas solely to girls, where, in an accepting and nurturing environment, Prevention Resource Center, Information Helpline, School- they build character and skills for success in the real world. In Based Prevention Programs, Dallas Area Drug Prevention partnership with committed volunteers, girls develop lifelong Partnership, Tobacco-Free North Texas, Alliance on Drug skills, such as leadership, strong values, social consciousness, Endangered Children, Conferences & Workshops and conviction about their own potential and self-worth. Program facilities include: Service Centers and Retail Stores in Denton, Highland Village; Camp K in Pottsboro on Lake Texoma; Greater Lewisville Cares Camp Rocky Point in Dennison on Lake Texoma. All locations are accessible to the disabled. Volunteer opportunities available. 5500 Morriss Road Flower Mound, TX 75028 (469)464-9358 fax (972)539-4627 Giving HOPE Inc. www.GreaterLewisvilleCares.org Denton County 117 West Sycamore Provides a monthly calendar of volunteer opportunities for Denton, TX 76201 all ages and interests in partnership with over 30 local service (940)382-0609 fax (940)382-5615 agencies and assists civic, scouting, corporate, and religious www.hopeincdenton.com groups with organizing meaningful service projects to suit their Calls taken to make appts needs. Builds free wheelchair ramps for financially needy elderly 9:00AM - 12:30PM - Monday-Thursday and disabled in Denton County through Project Wheelchair 9:00AM-12:30PM; 1:30PM-5:30PM - Monday - Thursday; Ramp program. Assists homeowners through the S.O.S.(Serving 9:00AM-12:30PM - Friday Our Seniors) program by matching volunteers with seniors Financial assistance is determined by the funding source, needing a helping hand with mainly yard work and house primarily for homeless and homeless prevention assistance to cleaning. families with dependent children, and to those with low and very low incomes who are legal residents of Denton County. Calls are taken from 9:00AM - 12:30PM. As appointments with a case manager and funding are Greenpath available, the Intake Worker will screen the applicant for 723 S. I-35E , Ste. 210 appropriate program services. Denton, TX 76205 City of Denton and Northern Denton County (940)382-0331 (800)382-2898 fax (840)387-0123 Transitional housing with financial and life skills assistance www.greenpath.com through a case management approach for a period of one month 11:00AM - 7:00PM - Monday, Wednesday up to two years. Also provide life skills and budget assistance, 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Tuesday, Thursday, Friday community referral, financial assistance with rent or mortgage

17 Anyone in need of credit counseling Primary Medical Healthcare No fees for counseling services 4310 Mesa Drive Denton County and surrounding areas Denton, TX 76207 Provides professional help to families and individuals with (940)387-5788 financial problems. Does not loan money or arrange for funds. 8:00AM -5:30PM - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday; 8:00AM - Assistance in budgeting, money management, and the wise 7:00PM - Wednesday; 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Friday use of credit. Assists in arranging reduced payment plans Sliding fee scaled, Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance with creditors when client is over extended financially. Also accepted provides an alternative to bankruptcy by working with creditors Patients are invited to apply for sliding fee scale pricing. nationwide. Application is available online or at intake appointment. Proof of income required. Denton, Collin, Hunt, Rockwall and Kaufman counties Habitat for Humanity of Denton County Primary Medical Healthcare is available at the Medical Center for children and adults with a focus on establishing a 1721 N. Carroll Blvd. medical home for comprehensive healthcare. Services include: Denton, TX 76201 preventive care, well-child and well-adult exams, education, (940)484-5006 fax (940)293-1804 and immunizations. Treatment is available for a wide range of www.hfhdentoncounty.org acute and chronic physical, mental, and social health conditions 12:00PM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday such as infectious diseases, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Low-income families residing in Denton County The clinical team includes physicians, mid-level providers, Offers a program for very low-income families to purchase new nurses, certified medical assistants, and other professionals who homes with a no-interest loan and help in the construction of provide quality, affordable healthcare regardless of ability to their home. Approval established through extensive application pay. process. Volunteer opportunities are available. Mental Health Services Habitat ReStore (940)381-1501 1805 Cornell Lane Sliding fee scaled, Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance Denton, TX 76202 accepted (940)382-8487 Patients are invited to apply for sliding fee scale pricing. 9:00AM - 6:00PM - Tuesday - Friday Application is available online or at intake appointment. Proof The Habitat ReStore is a Discount Home Improvement Center of income required. that sells donated quality new and previously owned appliances Denton, Collin, Hunt, Rockwall and Kaufman counties and home improvement goods at discounted prices to the general Mental Health services support both mental and physical public. Volunteer opportunities are available and donations are well-being for optimal health and productivity. Counselors accepted. Visit the Habitat for Humanity of Denton County use a collaborative, comprehensive treatment approach that website, hfhdentoncounty.org for details. considers psychological, social, environmental, and biological factors for empowering clients to improve their ability to Ruth’s Room function with life circumstances, and situations. Mental health 1721 N. Carroll Blvd. screening, assessments, and therapy are available for issues Denton, TX 76201 such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, life-skills (940)591-7884 development, substance abuse, behavioral diagnoses, post- 10:00AM - 6:00PM - Tuesday - Friday traumatic stress, grief, and the challenges of acute or chronic Sells donated items (on behalf of Habitat for Humanity of health conditions. Treatment services include individual Denton County) of any household goods, such as furniture, and group therapy, marriage and family therapy, and crisis shoes, comforters, clothes, books, small kitchen appliances, and intervention services. much more. Donations are accepted. Volunteer opportunities available. Please contact or visit the Habitat for Humanity of Denton County website, hfhdentoncounty.org Hearts For Homes

1012B North Masch Branch Health Services of North Texas Denton, TX 76207 (940)891-0947 fax (940)891-0948 4210 Mesa Drive www.heartsforhomes.org Denton, TX 76207 9:00AM - 4:00PM or when volunteers are available to man the (940)381-1501 (800)339-2437 fax (940)566-8059 phones www.healthntx.org Elderly homeowners with very low incomes 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Based on income; then prioritized by need

18 Denton County Innovative Counseling Services Provides assistance to the aging population in the areas of housing repair, housing rehabilitation, as well as meeting the 3740 N. Josey Lane, #204 needs of their everyday existence. We only serve elderly - being Carrollton, TX 75007 disabled does not qualify for assistance - must be elderly. (972)492-7910 fax (866)216-9011 Call for appointment Adolescents and adults Home Instead Senior Care No restrictions on residency or income level Sliding scale, private insurance 1992 Justin Rd., Ste. 200 By appointment Highland Village, TX 75077 Denton, Dallas & Collin counties (972)317-0900 (877)591-7822 fax (972)317-0919 Substance abuse and psychological evaluations. Supportive www.homeinstead.com/685 out patient and aftercare counseling for substance abuse issues. Office 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday, Individual substance abuse and mental health counseling. Phones for emergency 24/7 Specialty group program, Smart Girls Speak, for adolescent People who are seniors or disabled and need extra help to females ages 12-17. Anger management counseling, domestic function violence counseling, and brief therapy. $14.95/ hour and up Free assessment in the home Denton and Wise counties Interfaith Ministries Professional caregivers provide non medical companionship care in the client’s home. Services range from simple 1109 North Elm St. companionship and stimulation to light housekeeping, meal Denton, TX 76201 preparation, errands, incidental transportation, dementia care, (940)565-5479 fax (940)566-5927 assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, www.ifmdenton.org feeding, and medication reminders. Licensed as a personal 8:00AM - 12:00PM / 1:00PM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday assistance service by the state of Texas. Low income families of northern Denton County Clients must call for an appointment. Provides assistance with rent, utilities, prescriptions and medical IASIS Learning Center supplies, adult & child eye exams & eye glasses, transportation, school supplies for children, diapers for adults and babies, 116 East Hundley Drive and assistance with obtaining vital records. Assistance is Lake Dallas, Texas 75065 coordinated with other agencies and targeted toward client self- (940)498-2153 fax (940)498-2156 sufficiency. www.iasislearningcenter.com Varies (Monday through Saturday) Social Skill Instruction - through the use of Drama & Video Job Corps Modeling This program is for children, age 6-16, who have social 2100 N. Main St., Ste. 220 skill deficits. Students may be identified as having Fort Worth, TX 76164 an Autism Spectrum, Attention Deficit, or a Learning (817)625-3993 (800)733-5627 fax (817)625-3900 Disability. www.ABCworks.net $160 per month (4 sessions), a sliding fee scale is available 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 1 hour intake session (parent and student interview) Ages 16-24, low income Dallas and Fort Worth (surrounding areas) Attend an orientation, interview, application process 2-8 wks Social skill instruction focuses on different social concepts such Denton County, Frisco, Plano, Dallas, Lewisville, Little Elm, as: emotions, communicating appropriately in a conversation, Gainesville, Wichita Fallas, The Colony learning unwritten social rules in the classroom, increase Career and academic training, life-skills training, residential empathy towards others, elements of non-verbal language assistance, drivers license, on the job training, medical (dental and much more. A “green screen” is used so students can be and vision) services at different places while role-playing. Each student has access to his videoclips that are recorded at each session. Lessons are offered in groups as well as individual formats.

19 Keep Denton Beautiful Adopt-A-Spot 24 Hours/7 Days a Week, Based on volunteer availability (940)349-8737 All age, income, residency, and any other factors. www.kdb.org Application online or in the office 8:00AM to 5:00PM - Monday - Friday City of Lewisville Volunteers make a one year commitment to Adopt-a-Spot Adopt-A-Spot (street, median, park, or other public location) and clean Based on volunteer’s availability that location. Volunteers are supplied with safety vests, litter Any individual or group looking to make Denton cleaner, grabbers, gloves, and trash bags to start their work. Volunteers greener, and more beautiful. are asked to clean their location a minimum of one time per Contact our office month, and to report their hours worked, number of people Volunteers make a commitment to clean their Adopt-a-Spot helping, and number of bags collected. All Adopt-a-Spots need location six times per year. KDB provides volunteers with safety to be within the city of Lewisville. vests, trash bags, and collection services. Volunteers are asked to submit a clean-up report with the number of volunteers, hours, John Boehm Youth Grant and bags of trash/recycling. After two reported clean-ups, two School aged children only Adopt-A-Spot signs are installed with the adopter’s name or No fees - free program acronym. JBYG Application filled out and turned in, board votes City of Lewisville Great American Cleanup Youth grant of up to $50,000 awarded to buy supplies for 8:00AM - 12:00PM - Monday - Friday approved project. Projects must be related to environmental Any individual or group looking to make Denton cleaner, education, litter removal, waste reduction, and beautification. greener, and more beautiful. Please see website for more details. Sign up is available online prior to the event and on-site the day of the event. Make A Difference Day Daffodil Planting Each year, Denton community volunteers join Keep Denton All age, income, residency, and any other factors. Beautiful in a nationwide cleanup effort with Keep America No fees - free program Beautiful and Keep Texas Beautiful - the Great American Registration by online, email, fax, phone, in office, or walk on Cleanup. Denton’s local Great American Cleanup Event takes at event. place on a Saturday in March and includes a citywide land City of Lewisville and waterway cleanup, followed by a volunteer party and Volunteers plant daffodil bulbs along various roads in Environmental Fair that includes free lunch for all volunteers, Lewisville. All supplies provided. Volunteers will be given a KLB kid’s environmental activities, and more. t-shirt and a pizza and soda lunch. Help KLB make a differnce on this special national day. There will be bending, digging, and Tree Giveaway lots of dirt. Everyone has a blast and can’t wait for the beautiful City of Denton Residents smiley flowers to emerge in early spring! Apply online or by phone Each year, in celebration of national Make A Difference Day, Spring Clean-Up Keep Denton Beautiful gives away free trees to City of Denton One day event - 9:00AM - 12:00PM residents at the Annual Community Tree Giveaway. The Tree All age, income, residency, and any other factors. Giveaway event is held in October on the fourth Saturday of the No fees month. The trees provided through the Tree Giveaway program Registration by online, email, fax, phone, in office, or walk on are native or adapted to the North Texas region, making them at event. well-suited to conditions of drought and heat. The event is open City of Lewisville only to Denton residents and all participants must complete a Annual city-wide cleanup. Volunteers work both on site and pre-registration form. at assigned locations throughout the city. Onsite volunteers will help with set up, supply distrubution, and break down of event. Off-site volunteers will be assigned locations in the city of Lewisville to clean and remove litter. All volunteers will Keep Lewisville Beautiful recieve goodie bags, a t-shirt, and a free lunch. Door prizes 101 West Main Street, Ste. 102 given at the end of the event to the lucky winners! Check out Lewisville, TX 75057 online information. (972)538-5949 fax (866)727-8526 www.keeplewisvillebeautiful.org Garden Secrets 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 1197 W. Main St. Lewisville, TX 75057 Check online for schedule

20 City of Lewisville and surrounding communities assessment, family support and counseling, transition services Garden Secrets are free classes offered to the community at age 3, assistive technology and vision and hearing services. covering topics related to yards, gardening, and trees. Anyone is welcome to attend and the courses are always free. Classes are always taught by master gardeners. Legal Aid of Northwest Texas

Clean Streams Teams 625 Dallas Drive, Ste. 350 All age, income, residency, and any other factors. (Under 16 Denton, TX 76205 must have parent permission) (940)383-1406 fax (940)382-7797 Application online or in the office www.lanwt.org City of Lewisville 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Volunteers make a one-year commitment to do the Clean Income eligible applicants who are either US citizens, resident Streams Team. Volunteers will clean waterways that they aliens, or meet eligibility exceptions as victims of domestic have adopted. Volunteers are supplied with safety vests, litter abuse. grabbers, cloth and latex gloves, and trash bags to start their Court Fees work. Volunteers are asked to clean their location a minimum Telephone intake for financial screening of four times per year and to report their hours worked, number Denton, Wise, Cooke, Jack, & Montague counties of people helping, and number of bags collected on a quarterly Civil legal services for eligible persons and families. Client basis. All Clean Stream teams need to operate within the may have to pay for court costs. Call for screening and make City of Lewisville along creeks, streams, rivers, and Lake appointment. Lewisville.

Legal Hotline for Older Texans Lake Cities Community Food Pantry Community Aid Fund (800)622-2520 Free legal advice by telephone to Texans age 60 or older: nursing 300 E. Hundley home residents, veterans, victims of violent crime, or those eligible Lake Dallas, TX 75065 for Medicare. (940)321-6100 www.lakecitiesumc.org/foodpantry 9:00AM - 2:00PM - Tuesday & Thursday; Legal Line -Dallas Bar Association 6:00PM - 7:00PM - 2nd & 4th Thursdays Low income living in Lake Dallas, Hickory Creek, Shady 2101 Ross Avenue Shores or Corinth Dallas, TX 75201 Bring current utility bill as proof of residency and a current (214)220-7476 fax (214)220-7465 photo i.d. 5:30PM - 8:00PM - 2nd & 3rd Wednesdays Provides food and hygiene items. Provides some assistance with No restrictions utility bills and prescriptions. Provides answers to simple legal questions over the phone.

LaunchAbility The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

1701 N. Collins Blvd., Ste. 100 8111 LBJ Freeway, Ste. 425 Richardson, TX 75080 Dallas, TX 75251 (972)584-0700 (469)385-4900 fax (469)385-2982 (972)996-5900 (800)800-6702 fax (972)996-5990 www.launchability.org www.lls.org/ntx 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Early Childhood Intervention - ECI Any child birth to 3 years who is suspected of having or is First Connection experiencing developmental delay or disability (972)996-5905 fax (972)996-5990 Sliding fee scale based on income and family size 9:00AM - 5:00PM Call referral line, fax a referral, or complete the online referral Family,caregivers, or those diagnosed with a blood cancer form at our website North Texas area Denton, Wise counties, Plano ISD, Dallas, Irving, Addison, Provides patients and their families the opportunity to share Farmers Branch, Carrollton, and Coppell experiences with someone who has been successfully treated for Provides physical, occupational and speech language therapies, the same diagnosis. developmental services, nutrition services, screening and

21 Information and Resource Center Lewisville Senior Activities Center (800)955-4572 9:00AM - 6:00PM - Monday - Friday 1950-A S. Valley Parkway U.S. & Canada Lewisville, TX 75067 Provides patients, families, healthcare professionals, and other (972)219-5050 (972)219-5051 fax (972)219-5055 interested individuals with the latest information on leukemia, www.cityoflewisville.com lymphoma, myeloma, and other blood disorders. 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00AM - 9:00PM - Tuesday, Thursday Co-Pay Assistance Program Adults, 50 years of age and older (877)557-2672 fax (877)267-2932 Fees for classes, some activities, trips and events Patients with insurance, Diagnosed with Leukemia, Lymphoma, Complete one page information form Myeloma, MOS, Waldensroms, and meet financial guidelines Lewisville, Flower Mound, Highland Village, Coppell, and Denton U.S. & Canada The operative word in our name is ‘activity’ and there are a Financial assistance for select costs related to treatment, drug lot here for everyone to enjoy. The center has special events, co-pays, & health insurance premiums from classes to yoga. We strive to present a wide spectrum of activities. There is no charge to be a member of our center, you Patient Financial Aid Program just have to complete a membership form. Classes, activities, (972)996-5905 fax (972)996-5990 and trips are reasonably priced or free. Meals on Wheels 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday lunches are served daily at 11:30AM; you must sign-up 24 Those diagnosed with blood cancer hours in advance. Meals are $2 donation for 60 and over and Submit application $5 donation for those under 60 years of age. Denton County North Texas Area Transportation Authority is available by calling (940)243- Provides annual $150 stipend 0077 or transportation is available via Trolley route service.

Family Support Groups (972)996-5905 fax (972)996-5990 Little Elm Area Food Bank 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Those diagnosed with blood cancer, family, & friends 501 Bill Street North Texas Area Family support groups provide mutual Little Elm, TX 75068 support and education for patients and family members (972)294-4061 fax (972)754-0699 www.leafb.org Trish Green Back to School Program for the Child 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Monday; 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Thursday; with Cancer 9:00AM-12:00PM - Friday; 9:00AM - 3:00PM - 3rd Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday of every month Children diagnosed with cancer Residents of Little Elm, including Hackberry, Lakewood North Texas Area Village, Oak Point, Crossroads South of 380, Rocky The Trish Green Back to School Program for the Child with Point Cancer was developed to foster communication among Submit to an interview and completion of application healthcare professionals, parents, young patients, and school Emergency food supply of about 2 weeks worth. Eligible to return personnel in preparation for a child’s return to school after 2 more times in 30 day intervals with a reduced amount of food cancer treatment. Informative materials, videos and a given, after which referrals are made for long term assistance. wealth of literature are available through a Society’s local chapters.

Little Elm Medical Clinic Leuty Avenue Apartments 730 El Dorado Pkwy. 909 West 7th Street Little Elm, TX 75068 Justin, TX 76247 (972)292-3330 fax (214)619-4697 (940)648-3296 fax (940)648-3296 www.littleelmmed.com 8:00AM - 4:00PM - Tuesday and Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Income Based Services for acute and chronic illness for ages 3 years and up Application fee Residents of Little Elm and surrounding areas No restrictions Offers several medical services for patients older than 3 years of Provides affordable housing for low-income families, the age. Medicare accepted and most major insurance companies. handicapped and the disabled Please visit the website or call for more information.

22 March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)

12660 Coit Road, Ste. 200 8585 North Stemmons Freeway, South, Ste. 525 Dallas, TX 75251 Dallas, TX 75247 (972)669-3463 fax (972)669-1117 (214)637-0372 (800)438-6233 fax (214)637-0374 www.marchofdimes.com/texas www.madd-metroplex.org 9:00 AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday North Texas - does not include Fort Worth or Tarrant County Victims/Survivors of drunk driving Offers professional and public health education regarding North Texas birth defects and pregnancy. Community services include MADD believes it’s possible for our nation to eliminate the pamphlets, films, speaker’s bureau and community health tragedy of drunk driving and prevent underage drinking. And education interns. Volunteer positions and college internships we are committed to serving drunk driving victims/survivors. are available. Please visit the website for local chapters in your The region involves 31 counties including Denton county. area and to find out more information. Victim/survivor services are free.

Meals on Wheels of Denton Mother’s Milk Bank of North Texas

(940)387-5692 (Director) fax (940)565-1969 1300 W. Lancaster Ave., Ste. 108 12:00PM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Fort Worth, TX 76102 Adults unable to cook for self and/or purchase food; no age (817)810-0071 (866)810-0071 fax (817)810-0087 limit; able to pay fee; able to provide insulated cooler for meal www.texasmilkbank.org if not home 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Monday-Thursday; 9:00 - 2:00PM - Friday Referrals made. Breast milk donors must contact the Milk Bank $3.00 per meal by phone to Director by the client, a family Call office for initial donor screening member, social worker and /or MD to establish level of need North Texas & diet requirements. The Mothers’ Milk Bank of North Texas is a nonprofit donor Denton City limits human milk bank which accepts donated breastmilk from Volunteers drive own car and deliver a noon meal Monday fully screened, healthy, breastfeeding mothers. The donated through Friday as prepared by Denton Regional Medical Center milk is processed, tested for bacteria and frozen until ordered kitchen. Delivery time between 10:20AM - 11:40 AM by a physician. Recipients are most commonly critically ill and premature infants.

Metrocrest Social Services Muscular Dystrophy Association, Inc. 13801 Hutton Drive, Ste. 150 Greater Dallas Chapter Farmers Branch, TX 75234 (972)446-2100 fax (214)694-2171 12655 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 230 www.metrocrestsocialservices.org Dallas, TX 75243 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday through Friday; 8:00AM - 7:00PM (972)480-0011 fax (972)644-7954 - Wednesday; 9:00AM - 1:00PM - Saturday www.mdausa.org Emergency Assistance & Financial Education North Texas and South Oklahoma Client must provide proof of residency and identity and must Provides diagnostic and follow-up care including physical, live in service area occupational, and respiratory therapy evaluation provided Call for appointment through UT Southwestern Medical School, the Neurological Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Addison, Coppell and zip 75287 Clinic of Texas, Children’s Medical Center, and Texoma in Denton County Neurology Associations of Denison. Assistance is provided Qualifying clients receive assistance with short term emergency for the repairs of wheelchairs (manual and electric), and leg payment of rent, utilities and food. Our Employment program braces. Ongoing support groups include ALS (Lou Gehrig’s helps those looking for work with resume assistance, and use disease), myasthenia gravis, Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) of computer lab for online work search. For those receiving disease, and parent groups. Recreational programs include financial assistance additional services regarding Financial summer camp for children as well as regularly scheduled Education and budgeting are available. social functions and activities. Patients must be suspected of having a neuromuscular problem or be diagnosed with any one of 43 neuromuscular diseases. Insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid are accepted.

23 National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Social & Wellness Programs South Central Chapter Art therapy, yoga, Pilates, camps, and socials are offered for various age groups and stages of MS. 2105 Luna Rd., Ste.390 Carrollton, TX 75006 (469)619-4700 (800)686-7415 fax (214)373-7200 Nexus Recovery Center, Inc. www.nationalmssociety.org 9:00am – 5:00pm - Monday-Thursday 8733 La Prada Dr. 9:00AM – 4:00PM - Friday Dallas, TX 75228 Anyone living with MS (214)321-0156 (800)865-2224 fax (214)324-1994 Call 1-800-344-4867 & select option 1 or visit www.nexusrecovery.org www.nationalmssociety.org 8:00AM - 6:00PM - Monday - Friday Work together with a professional MS Navigator to meet the Female clients over the age of 13 and as many as three of their challenges of multiple sclerosis. Assistance with workplace accompanying children issues, financial stress, treatment and therapy options, medical Case by case basis care needs, employment issues, and more. Nexus offers three residential programs: Adult Women (women ages 18 and up admitting into residential treatment without Financial Education Partners children), Pregnant and Parenting Women with Children Take control of your finances. Professional financial advisors (women ages 18 and up admitting into residential treatment provide free help with budgeting, health and disability benefits, with up to three children under the age of 12), and Adolescents estate planning, and more. (teenage girls between the ages of 13 and 17 seeking substance abuse treatment for themselves. We can accommodate pregnant Crisis Assistance adolescents as well as adolescents with children). We have a Take advantage of direct financial assistance to help you licensed childcare center on campus where children receive maintain mobility, independence, and safety, as well as care while their mom is in treatment during the day. Within all assistance with summer utilities, medical equipment and treatment programs we offer counseling and case management, supplies, help in the home, and more. life skills training, STD/HIV testing and education, psychiatric services, family therapy and education, and parenting Library & Literature classes. Expand your knowledge of MS. Access a variety of MS materials, books, and educational webinars free of charge. North Texas Area Agency on Aging Self-Help Groups Join one of the many self-help groups, or volunteer to become a 616 Six Flags Dr. self-help group leader in your community. Arlington, TX 76011 (817)640-3300 (800)272-3921 fax (817)695-9274 MS Friends www.nctcog.org/cs/aging Connect with other people who are living with MS. Call 1-866- 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday 673-7436 to speak to volunteers who live with MS and are Long-term Care empowering themselves through sharing their experiences with Residents of nursing homes/assisted living facilities others. You can volunteer to be a “friend” by contacting the Call 1-800-272-3921 chapter. Collin, Denton, Ellis, Erath, Hunt, Hood, Johnson, Kaufman, Navarro, Palo Pinto, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell, and Wise Scholarship Funding Counties Apply for the National MS Society College Scholarship Program Help resolving complaints and addressing concerns regarding which is available to families living with MS. residents’ rights. Care Management Caregiver Support Comprehensive assessments for those with MS who are facing 1-800-272-3921 fax (817)695-9274 multiple challenges are available. The Care Management 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Program offers extensive support for both the client and their Caregivers of persons age 60 and over and grandparents at family. least age 55 with primary custody of grandchildren under the age of 18. We give priority to caregivers who live in the Chapter-Affiliated MS Clinics same household with the care receiver, are the only source Affiliated clinics provide comprehensive care to people with of support, care for someone with Alzheimers, care for MS. MS clinics are staffed by board certified neurologists with someone who’s frail, and are experiencing adverse effects (e.g. expertise in the area of multiple sclerosis. depression) related to caregiving. Collin, Denton, Ellis, Erath, Hunt, Hood, Johnson, Kaufman,

24 Navarro, Palo Pinto, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell, and Wise Youth ages 10-17 who are homeless, abused, or runaways Counties Call for information Temporary assistance with respite care, counseling, minor home North Texas/Grayson County repair, durable medical equipment, etc. The 14-bed temporary shelter for males and females ages 10- 17 provides runaway, homeless, and abused youth with a safe Benefits Counseling place to stay until they can be reunited with their family, or 1-800-272-3921 fax (817)695-9274 an alternative living arrangement can be secured. 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Persons age 60 and over, Medicare beneficiaries of any age Collin, Denton, Ellis, Erath, Hunt, Hood, Johnson, Kaufman, Northwest Christian Community Services Navarro, Palo Pinto, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell, and Wise Counties 108 Pecan Street Help understanding and accessing public benefits, (e.g. Medicare Roanoke, TX 76262 and Medicaid) private benefits, (e.g. long-term care insurance); (817)491-4451 and help and advocacy with consumer protection issues 9:00AM - 2:00PM - Monday - Wednesday Northwest Independent School District Aging and Disability Resource Center Provides food, commodities, clothing, household items, and 1-877-229-9084 fax (817)695-9193 some utility assistance. Donations are accepted. 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Older adults, persons with disabilities and family caregivers Collin, Denton, Hood, and Somervell Counties Others Helping Others Help identifying and accessing long-term services and support 101A Shady Shores Care Coordination Lake Dallas, TX 75065 1-800-272-3921 fax 817)695-9724 (940)566-2311 fax (940)566-0092 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday www.helpingpeopleht.com Person age 60 and over with low-income, recent 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM - Monday-Friday hospitalization, lack of family support, frailty, and Persons with developmental, physical and emotional diagnosis of Alzheimer’s (or related dementia) disabilities. Collin, Denton, Ellis, Erath, Hunt, Hood, Johnson, $25 daily for private pay & HCS rate based on level of need Kaufman, Navarro, Palo Pinto, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell, Call and schedule intake and Wise Counties Denton, Dallas, Collin, Tarrant Temporary assistance to help older adults remain in the The day habilitation program offers training in personal community safely. Services include minor residential and social adjustment, independent living, relationship, repair, homemaker services, emergency response services, socialization, and academic skills. The vocational program medication reconciliation, and durable medical equipment offers job training, job coaching, and job development. The in- that is not covered by insurance home habilitation offers sitter services, nursing care facilities, and hospital settings. Nursing Home Relocation (817)608-2396 fax (817)695-9274 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Opening Doors International Services Nursing home residents funded by Medicaid who live in service area 2200 N. Bell Ave. Collin, Cooke, Dallas, Denton, Fannin, Grayson, Hood, Hunt, Denton, TX 76209 Johnson, Kaufman, Navarro, Palo Pinto, Parker, Rockwall, (940)382-0096 fax (940)891-0466 Ellis, Somervell, and Tarrant Counties www.odisinc.org 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Thursday. (Appointment only) Saturdays 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM North Texas Youth Connection Opening Doors Immigration Services Intake hours - 9:00AM - 11:00AM - Saturday - No appointment 1602 E. Lamar St. necessary Sherman, TX 75090 Immigrant families who, by immigration law, have a legal (903)893-4717 (800)568-7776 fax (903)868-2260 immigrant benefit available to them www.ntxyouthconnection.org Contact agency. 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Saturday mornings - initial office visit Emergency Youth Shelter Denton, Tarrant, Collin, Dallas, Wise, Cooke counties 24 Hours/7 Days a Week Provides expert legal immigration and naturalization service in

25 a safe and supporting environment, and is dedicated to serving www.pediplace.org clients regardless of financial limitations and without regard 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday,Wednesday,Thursday; to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability. Also 8:00AM - 8:00PM - Tuesday; 8:00AM - 4:00PM - Friday provides hardship waivers to eligible families as well as Deferred Pediatric Primary Health Care Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). Birth to age 19 Low cost pediatric medical services for CHIP, Medicaid, and uninsured Our Daily Bread Dallas, Denton, Tarrant, and Collin Counties PediPlace is a non-profit pediatric healthcare practice for 300 W. Oak Street, Ste. 100 children ages birth through nineteen years-old who are Denton, TX 76201 uninsured or who qualify for Medicaid or CHIP (Children’s (940)382-5604 (940)765-7607 Health Insurance Program) benefits. We provide a medical fax (940)381-2404 home for children, that tend to be from low income families, who www.ourdailybreaddenton.org otherwise would go without care or who would unnecessarily 10:00AM - 1:30PM - Monday - Friday use the emergency room. Our primary care pediatric services Denton are designed to meet the unique situation of each patient and Provides nutritious meals for clients, transportation support include: preventive (well-child) care, including immunizations, to medical appointments and job interviews, job search treatment of illnesses, hearing and vision screenings, treatment support, provides information on crucial services available of asthma and other chronic illnesses, referrals for specialized through other agencies, provides telephone accessibility, care, newborn parent health, and child safety education. blood pressure checks, and limited medical referral assistance. Provides seasonal clothing in winter, and limited essential hygiene supplies. Phoenix House of Dallas

2345 Reagan St. Pastoral Counseling and Education Center Dallas, TX 75219 (214)999-1044 fax (214)526-3285 4525 Lemmon Ave., Ste. 200 www.phoenixhouse.org/texas Dallas, TX 75219 9:00AM-5:00PM - Monday - Friday (214)526-4525 (800)340-7557 fax (214)520-6468 24 Hours/7 Days a Week www.pccdallas.org Ages 13-17, no income level exclusions. Accept private 9:00AM – 6:00PM - Monday-Thursday; insurance, self-pay, North STAR, CHIP, and try to assist those 9:00AM - 4:00PM- Friday without funding. Counseling appointments are available at various times Call for more information. throughout the week including late evenings An appointment for an assessment is made; a one to two hour Age 3 - Elderly assessment is performed and a level of care recommendation Fees vary, contact agency is made; if appropriate they are admitted; if not appropriate for Call the agency to make an appointment with a therapist. our services community referrals are given. Further details are given as the appointment is being North and Central Texas, Out Patient for Adults in Houston scheduled. Phoenix House of Dallas - Feinberg Academy is a residential Locations in: Allen, Arlington, Carrollton, Coppell, Dallas, treatment facility that serves adolescents ages 13-17 who Duncanville, Flower Mound, Garland, McKinney, and struggle with substance abuse, as well as co-occuring mental Mesquite health issues. The Academy combines substance abuse The Center provides outreach to anyone in need including treatment with daily on-site education programming provided individuals, couples, and families. Offers counseling on issues by the Dallas Independent School District. The Phoenix House such as mending relationships, surviving divorce, dealing with program is a modified therapeutic community model with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma of emotional, physical or multi-phases and other evidence-based practices designed sexual abuse, as well as those caught in the tragedy of alcoholism specifically for adolescents. Our Dallas Academy provides and substance abuse. a full range of residential recovery care. Phoenix House of Dallas also offers an intensive after-school outpatient program for adolescents ages 13-17 who are in trouble with drugs and alcohol. During treatment, teens work to rebuild their self- PediPlace esteem, as well as learn to control anger and impulsive behavior, 502 S. Old Orchard Lane, Ste. 126 make positive choices, manage stress, and plan for the future. Lewisville, TX 75067 Out patient services available for adults in Dallas and Houston (972)436-7962 fax (972)420-0085 offices.

26 Pilot Point Goodfellows Primary Care Clinic of North Texas

1189 S. Hwy 377 570 S. Edmonds Ln. Pilot Point, TX 76258 Lewisville, TX 75067 (940)686-3014 (940)765-8055 fax (940)686-2534 (972)221-6005 fax (972)221-6039 8:30AM-12:00PM - Monday, Wednesday, and Friday www.primarycareclinic.org Anyone living North of Highway 380 and South of Tioga; East 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday of Lake Ray Roberts and West of Denton County Line. Over 12 years of age with no insurance Our goal is to meet the physical need of all in our area of Office visit $35, Blood work fees $10-$12 service as funds permit. We offer food, clothes, utilities, rent, North Texas and medical assistance as funds permit. Provides blood tests, pap smears, screening for hepatitis, HIV, cholesterol, PSA, and referrals.

Pilot Point Senior Center REACH of Denton 310 S. Washington Pilot Point, TX 76258 405 S. Elm, Ste. 202 (940)686-2639 fax (940)382-2224 Denton, TX 76201 Northeast Denton County (940)383-1062 fax (940)383-2742 Provides physical fitness program, educational and www.reachcils.org recreational activities, health and social services, and noon 8:00AM-5:00PM - Monday - Friday meals through the cooperative efforts of SPAN and various Individuals with disabilities community organizations. Contributions requested but not Denton and surrounding counties required. Advance reservations necessary for meal services. Resource Center on Independent Living, REACH, which stands for Rehabilitation, Education, Advocacy for Citizens with disabilities (formerly Handicaps) is a nonprofit corporation Pinnacle Home Health with the mission of providing services to people with disabilities, and education to the general public on disability related 1241 Cross Timbers Road topics. Flower Mound, TX 75028 (972)691-3131 fax (972)691-3151 www.pinnaclehomehealth.net Reading and Radio Resource Provides full-service home health serving DFW and surrounding counties. Specializing in senior wellness and fall prevention. 2007 Randall Locally owned and operated home health agency that provides Dallas, TX 75201 customized home strength and conditioning programs, as well (214)871-7668 fax (214)871-7669 as physical, occupational, and speech therapy. (800)871-7668 www.readingresource.org 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Planned Parenthood of North Texas Students who qualify for special education, ESL or learning differences, services K-12th grades. 2436 S. I-35, Ste. 340 Most books run between $5-$15. If the individual cannot Denton, TX 76205 afford that, we have scholarships available. Institutions are (940)891-0737 (800)891-PLAN (7526) fax (940)891-0539 charged a fee for the master recording. www.ppnt.org Generally, a teacher of a student who is publicly, privately 12:00PM - 7:00PM - Monday; 9:00PM - 5:00PM - Tuesday, or home schooled will call to request a book. If the family Wednesday, Friday; 9:00AM - 1:00PM - 1st & 3rd Saturday independently requests books they have to fill out an Denton County application. Provides confidential, high quality, low cost health care services No service area boundaries to all. Mammogram referrals offered to women 40 and older. Serves children and adults who are visually or physically Also provides tubal and vasectomy programs to patients. disabled and/or learning differenced by transcribing printed Accepts Medicaid and WHP. material to an audio format.

N.T.R.B. - Radio Reading Service Anyone who is visually or physically disabled, or learning differenced. Application certifying individual is print impaired (cannot

27 either hold or read print material). competitions, and Special Olympics Equestrian events at the For a physical radio unit, 60-70 miles from Cedar Hill tower; for local and state level. those who stream, no boundaries. Serves anyone who is unable to read or hold print material. On-air programming 24/7/365. Includes local and national newspapers and magazines, 8 Roanoke Food Pantry - serialized books each day, informational, educational materials Northwest Community Services as well as self-help segments, yoga, exercise, travel, and interviews with individuals and agencies of interest. 108 Pecan Street Roanoke, TX 76262 (817)491-4451 Reata Rehabilitation 9:00AM - 2:00PM - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Provides staple food supplies to families/individuals who are 9204 T.N. Skiles Rd. in an emergency situation. The center accepts donations of Ponder, TX 76259 food and contributions of money, which is used to buy needed (940)479-2612 (940)367-9515 fax (940)479-2607 commodities. www.reatarehab.com 9:00AM - 6:00PM - Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday Any person with a neurological disorder Rosemont at Pecan Creek Denton, Cooke, Dallas, Wise, and Tarrant counties We provide occupational and physical therapy on horseback. 3500 E. McKinney Street We offer this unique form of therapy to children and adults Denton, TX 76209 of all ages and diagnoses. We offer an evaluation to see if (940)383-9400 fax (940)891-2991 our therapy will be beneficial and safe. We do work and file www.pinnacleams.com/rosemontatpecancreek with insurance companies. We cannot file Medicaid. We 9:00AM - 6:00PM - Monday - Friday do accept out-of-pocket pay. 10:00AM - 5:00PM - Saturday 1:00PM - 5:00PM - Sunday Income restriction based on household size Riding Unlimited, Inc. Application Fee and Deposit Denton County 9168 T.N. Skiles Rd. Rosemont at Pecan Creek provides social, educational and Ponder, TX 76259 recreational services to residents in contracted affordable (940)479-2016 fax (940)479-2018 housing communities. The local family program is housed www.ridingunlimited.org at Rosemont at Pecan Creek. The after-school enrichment/ 9:00AM - 6:00PM - Tuesday - Saturday tutoring program operates Monday - Friday from 3:30PM Participants must be at least 3 years of age with emerging head to 5:30PM and is free to the residents. Please visit the website and trunk control. Requires a physician release. or contact Rosemont at Pecan Creek for more information. 10 week session: $375; sliding scale scholarship available. North Texas Riding Unlimited is a PATH Int’l Premier Accredited Center. R.S.V.P. Denton County Classes are taught by PATH certified instructors that develop (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) and follow lesson plans designed to benefit the participants. Trained horse leaders and sidewalkers volunteer their time to 1316 E. McKinney ensure the safety of our riders. Riding Unlimited’s theraputic Denton, TX 76209 horsemanship riding and carriage driving programs are (940)383-1508 (972)221-9663 Lewisville dedicated to enabling North Texas’ disabled community by fax (940)387-0862 enhancing their physical, social, educational and emotional www.rsvpserves.org abilities. Building strength, courage and confidence is what the 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Monday - Friday program is all about. Our name exemplifies the ultimate goal Adults 55 years and older for any rider - encouragment to pursue their own unique ability. Apply for membership Program goals: Theraputic Riding is based on individual needs. Denton County Goals may include improvement in muscle tone, range of motion, RSVP mobilizes adults 55 and over to address community needs rhythm, muscle strength, balance, and coordination. Riding and by volunteering at non-profit agencies, governmental entities, carriage driving instruction goals may include improvement in and health care facilities. attention span, spatial relations, sensory awareness, sequential performance, and reasoning skills. Horsemanship skills that may be developed include cantering, posting, carriage driving, and stable management. Riders may participate in demonstrations,

28 (The) Salvation Army, Denton (The) Salvation Army, Lewisville

1508 E. McKinney 207 Elm Street Denton, TX 76209 Lewisville, TX 75057 (940)566-3800 fax (940)898-1731 (972)353-9400 fax (972)353-2386 www.salvationarmysouth.org www.TheSalvationArmydfw.org 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 12:00PM and 1:00PM - 4:00PM - Monday - Friday; Meets government poverty guidelines Saturday 8:00AM -11:00AM Denton County Emergency Food Pantry Assistance only Provides services for individuals and families in need of Proof of residence - ID/Social Security for each family member food, assistance paying utilities and rent, clothing, household Income/Expenses furnishing, inter-city transportation and referral services. To Lewisville, Flower Mound, The Colony, Carrollton, Highland qualify you must provide an award letter (S.S., S.S.S., TANF, Village F.S.), proof of income/expense, social security card for each Community kitchen lunch program - Monday, Wednesday & member of family, Denton County current photo identification. Thursday - 12:00PM- 1:30PM; pantry assistance; clothing; hygiene packs; furniture; utility and rent assistance. Emergency Lodging & Meals Open everyday at 5:00PM for shelter Homeless, must have photo identification S.C.O.R.E (Counselors to America’s Small Business) Denton County Provides emergency lodging and meals for transients, homeless 5646 Milton Street-Meadows Building, Ste. 303 families, and dislocated individuals at the Salvation Army Dallas, TX 75206 shelter. (214)987-9491 fax (214)987-9279 www.score.org Weekly Personal Development Programs 9:00AM - 3:00PM - Monday - Friday; 2801 N. Elm St. 9:00AM - 12:00PM - Saturday by appointment only Denton, TX 76201 SCORE offers free and confidential small business advice and Denton County training to help individuals build their business from the initial Children and adult group programs that provide educational, idea to the start up success. Please visit the website or contact spiritual, and social development. the office for more information.

Seasonal Local Services and Programs Meets government poverty guidelines Senior Adult Services Denton County Thanksgiving dinner on Thanksgiving Day at 11:00 am - 2:00 1 Medical Pkwy, Professional Plaza 1, Ste. 115 pm; Christmas, Christmas Clearing Bureau, Toys/Clothing and Farmers Branch, TX 75234 Holiday Food Assistance: Applications taken in October and (972)242-4464 fax (972)242-0299 November; please provide award letter; proof of income/expense, www.senioradultservices.org social security for each family member, Denton County current 8:00AM - 4:30PM - Monday-Thursday; identification & meet government poverty guidelines; Vacation 8:00AM - 2:30PM - Friday Bible School following year end school; Summer Camp for Boy’s Adventure, Girl Guards and Sunbeams in June, July, and August. Home Repair Adults over 60 and caregivers living in service area Disaster Response Sliding Scale fees based on income As needed when a disaster occurs Call information, case assigned to case manager, case manager Denton County sets up home visit, case manager meets with client and When an entire community or regional area is devastated by an completes assessment of needs. earthquake, tornado, flood, or hurricane, The Salvation Army Cities of Carrollton, Coppell, Addison and Farmers Branch moves quickly into action at the local, divisional, territorial, and Home repair provides small adaptations and minor home even national level if needed. repairs to increase home safety for seniors. Ramps, rails, grab bars, and smoke detectors are some examples of home repair. Exterior home maintenance is also available for low income seniors.

Home Delivered Meals Home Delivered Meals delivered Monday-Friday with welfare checks by volunteers.

29 Transportation (The) Shepherd’s Storehouse Transportation provided by 4 lift-equipped vans as well as volunteer drivers, Monday-Friday throughout the cities and 1189 South Hwy 377 extending 5 miles outside city limits. Pilot Point, TX 76258 (940)686-2620 (940)765-8055 fax (940)686-2534 Case Management 8:30AM - 12:00PM - Monday, Wednesday and Friday; Case Management with home visit to determine needs and Anyone in legitimate need appropriate resource referrals. On-going contact and assistance Simple form, drivers license, and social security number available. Pilot Point, Tioga, Aubrey, Krugerville, Green Valley, Lincoln Parks, Providence, and Savannah Information & Referral We consider all needs, medical, food, utilities, clothing, and Information on resources is available through a program gasoline. Please contact for more information. with both paid and volunteer staff. Resource lists and other information are available by mail and email. Phone calls are taken throughout office hours, Monday through Friday. Singing Oaks Church of Christ

Vials of Life 101 Cardinal Drive Vials of Life is a system to store important medical information Denton, TX 76209 for use in emergencies. Program is done in coordination with (940)387-4355 fax (940)382-9596 local EMS. www.singingoaks.org 3:00PM - 5:00PM - Tuesday and Thursday; Durable Medical Equipment Loans Clothing Room 8:30AM - 11:30 AM - Tuesday Free short term loans of durable medical equipment free for all ages to anyone who lives or works in the cities served Singing Oaks Church of Christ Benevolence Ministry Amount of assistance varies by family size Prospective clients may apply in office Shady Shores Apartments Denton County - North of Lake Lewisville Provides nonperishable foods, some frozen meats, and 401 N. Shady Shores vegetables. Clothing is free but limited to 4 pieces per family Lake Dallas, TX 75065 member. Provides prescription drug assistance for routine (940)497-4844 fax (940)497-4844 medical treatment. Bicycles for the homeless upon availability. 8:00AM - 4:00PM - Monday, Wednesday and Friday Reference materials for GED and ESL studies through Low income families and those with disabilities DISD. $10 Application Fee Denton County Provides affordable housing for low income families, the Social Security Administration handicapped, and disabled. 2201 Colorado Blvd. Denton, TX 76205 (The) Shepherd’s Hand (888)717-1530 (800)772-1213 fax (940)566-9056 1123 Fort Worth Drive, Ste. 101a www.ssa.gov Denton, TX 76205 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Monday - Friday (940)435-8860 fax (940)391-9272 Anyone needing Social Security services or assistance www.theshepherdshand.org Denton and Wise counties 12:00PM-5:00PM - Monday - Friday Assists residents of Denton and Wise counties in filing for 2:00PM - Sunday retirement, survivor, disability, and Medicare benefits. Assists in Any person needing food establishing eligibility for Supplemental Security Income benefits Name, address, number of people in household, do you have for the aged, blind, and disabled. Helps anyone secure a Social stove, refrigerator, microwave Security number or to make changes on an existing number. Denton County We give out food to take home daily - each guest may come everyday Monday through Friday 12:00PM to 5:00PM. We offer prayer and any help we can to our guest. We have coffee for clients to come in and visit, and provide a safe place to rest.

30 Solutions of North Texas SPAN, Special Programs for Aging Needs

2216 N. Bolivar Street 1800 Malone Denton, TX 76201 Denton, TX 76201 (940)898-6202 fax (940)382-5435 (940)382-2224 (940)382-1900 fax (940)383-8433 www.sontx.org www.mowdc.org and www.span-transit.org 24 hours/7 days 9:00AM - 5:00 PM - Monday - Friday Men and women 18 and older recovering from substance abuse Meals on Wheels of Denton County $750 - first month due at intake - $350 deposit due at intake 9:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Call office for phone interview. Age 60+, homebound Nationwide No fee - contributions accepted Drug & alcohol addiction recovery center - transitional living Phone screening and in-home assessment facility. Denton County A hot nutritious noon meal is delivered to homebound clients Monday - Friday. Volunteers are utilized to deliver meals Southern Care Hospice throughout Denton County.

5800 N I-35, Ste. 200 SPAN Transit Denton, TX 76207 (940)382-1900 (940)243-0901 (866)620-7167 fax (940)243-0904 7:00AM - 6:00PM - Monday - Friday www.southerncareinc.com Seniors age 60+, individuals with disabilities, veterans & 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday general public on call services as needed $2.50 each way for seniors & people with disabilities; $5 18 years and older, terminally ill in need of palliative general public care Call for application Individual assessment for services Rural Denton County (Argyle, Aubrey, Carrollton, Hebron, DFW area, including: 76103, 76116, 75007, 76201, 76008, Justin, Little Elm, Ponder, Pilot Point, Roanoke, Sanger, The 76259, 76111, 76240, 76210, 76118, 75080, 76148, 76233 Colony, & Trophy Club) Compassionate hospice and palliative care. SPAN provides demand/response transportation in wheelchair lift equipped buses. Advance reservations (24 hours minimum; 2 days preferred) required. Service is also provided for Denton County veterans to the VA hospitals in Dallas & Fort Worth. Southwestern Diabetic Foundation

10687 FM 678 Congregate Meals at Senior Centers Whitesboro, TX 76273 Anyone aged 60 or older and spouse (940)665-2011 fax (940)665-9467 No fee - contributions accepted www.campsweeney.org Short application at meal site 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday; Little Elm, The Colony, Aubrey June-Mid Aug 8:00AM - 7:30PM Group lunches are provided Monday-Friday at seven area senior centers in Denton County. Meals provide 1/3 of the recommended daily nutrition intake and the opportunity for Camp Sweeney 10687 FM 678 socialization. Nuritional education is included. Whitesboro, TX 76273 (940)665-2011 Ages 5-18 who have diabetes or are at risk of developing Special Abilities of North Texas diabetes Camp fees and medical fees, financial aid available 4845 S. I-35 E, Ste. 100 Application required, available online or by phone Denton, TX 76210 Camp Sweeney is the premiere diabetes treatment and (940)383-8371 (940)269-4241 fax (972)317-1522 training facility for children who have diabetes, or who are at www.specialabilities.net risk of developing diabetes. This residential summer camp 7:30AM - 5:30PM - Monday - Friday provides medical treatment and nutritional education Adult DayHab for Special Needs & Day Respite/Adult Day within a fun outdoor camping experience. Care for Seniors with Disabilities Disabled adults, 18 years or older $65 /day, Accept Medicaid & HCS Providers Contact agency then meet in person for a tour, to meet the

31 staff, and register 1 and 2 Antibody test. The results can be confirmed in about Denton County and surrounding areas 30 minutes. Promotes HIV education as well as a wide range of Our daily programs for training, support, care, and health related topics are provided to schools, universities, jails, development are in five key areas: Academics/Continuing probation facilities, churches, communities, and companies Education, Vocational Training, Health/Nutrition & Fitness, about HIV and/or substance issues. Screening and referrals for Community Inclusion, Home & Independent Living Skills Billy Gregory and Pine Street Recovery Center are also made for Our mission: To provide the highest quality care, substance treatment. training, and support to adults with special needs, giving them opportunities to succeed in life, family, and the community, while offering respite to their caregivers. Suicide and Crisis Center

2808 Swiss Ave. Spirit Horse Therapeutic Riding Center Dallas, TX 75204 (214)824-7020 (800)273-TALK fax (214)828-1627 1960 Post Oak Drive www.sccenter.org Corinth, TX 76210 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Monday-Friday (940)497-2946 (940)321-6161 fax (940)497-4439 www.spirithorsetherapy.com Survivors of Suicide 8:00AM - 8:00PM - 7 days a week Varied All who will benefit from therapeutic riding Call for Jenyce Gush North Texas Eight week grief support groups for those who have lost a loved Provides free therapeutic riding lessons to children and adults one to suicide. Follow-up groups and support. who fit into one of several programs: Disabilities, At Risk Youth, Drug Rehab, Battered Women and Children who are victims of abuse. Please contact or visit the website for more Sullivan Senior Center information. 200 Bolivar Sanger, TX 76266 State Bar of Texas Lawyer Referral Services (940)458-3128 9:30AM - 12:30PM - Monday-Friday 1414 Colorado 60 years of age or older Austin, TX 78701 Application (800)252-9690 (800)201-1440 Toll Free City of Sanger www.texasbar.com/LRIS Provides occasional recreational, physical, social, and 8:30AM - 4:30PM - Monday - Friday educational programs to persons over 60 years of age. Statewide (except Bexar, Dallas, El Paso, Harris, Jefferson, Nueces, Tarrant and Travis counties) We refer clients to lawyers, based on their legal need and geographic location. The attorneys we refer to will charge no Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service more than $20 for the initial 30-minute consultation, and their normal fees after that. No referral for reduced fee or free lawyers. 306 N. Loop 288, Ste. 222 Denton, TX 76209 (940)349-2882 (940)349-2880 - Agriculture Street Outreach fax (940)349-2881 www.denton.agrilife.org 129 Harmon Road 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Hurst, TX 76053 Denton County (817)569-5766 (800)735-2989 TTY The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is the informal 8:00AM - 6:00PM - Monday - Friday education branch of the Texas A & M University system Tarrant, Denton, Wise, Jack, Montague and other surrounding offering educational programs and support materials in counties specialized areas. Family and Consumer Sciences cover Street Outreach is a branch of the Mental Health Mental the areas of parenting, child development, budgeting, Retardation of Tarrant county under the Substance Abuse diabetes education, health, nutrition, food safety, and food Division. It offers HIV education to individuals and companies protection management. Agricultural education includes in service counties. Street Outreach offers free HIV testing using livestock, horse, crops and forages and pesticide safety. the OraQuick Rapid Response and/or OraQuick Advanced HIV Horticulture includes control and identification of insects and pests, landscaping, turf-grasses, and fruits and nuts.

32 4-H and youth development activities include leadership Child Care Information development, livestock and home economics projects, camps, (800)862-5252 tours, workshops, etc. Leadership development for youth and adults are focused in 4-H clubs, Extension Master Volunteer Abuse in Adult and Senior Facilities Programs, Extension Program Council and Extension (800)647-7418 Education Clubs. All materials and programs are free. Call Abuse Hotline (800)252-5400 Texas Department of Assistance and Rehabilitative Services Texas Department of Health Services 4200 South Freeway, Suite 307 Fort Worth, Texas 76115 1301 S. Bowen Rd., Ste. 200 (817)759-3500 (800)687-7023 fax (817)759-3532 Arlington, TX 76013 www.dars.state.tx.us (817)264-4624 Regional Office fax (940)591-6254 8:00 AM-5:00 PM - Monday - Friday Children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN) Division for Blind Services Children with special health care needs Visually impaired individuals Denton County Denton and surrounding areas A state agency that provides and oversees coverage for medical Provides vocational rehabilitation and employment assistance care, prescriptions, and equipment for children with special services to visually impaired persons, with emphasis on health care needs up to 21 years of age, or with Cystic Fibrosis placement services for legally and totally blind people in at any age. Case management services are available to any competitive employment. Child services include counseling, family with a child with special health care needs. guidance for families, and other support services. Training is provided in areas of home management and independent living. Texas Health and Human Service Commission

Department of Rehabilitation Services 3612 E. McKinney (940)384-7901 Denton, TX 76209 Individuals with disabilities (940)320-5700 fax (940)320-8233 Denton and surrounding counties www.hhsc.state.tx.us Rehabilitation provided for persons with disabilities that 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday are handicapped for employment. Vocational assessment, According to State/Fed guidelines counseling , guidance job training and placements, physical Denton County restoration and prosthetic appliances provided. Some services Provides support services for low-income families including are based on financial need. food stamps, TANF, Medicaid, (children and pregnant women) and nursing home care through Medicaid assistance in locating food, clothing and dental care for children. They make referrals Texas Department of Family and Protective Services to appropriate agencies when additional services are needed. Additional services include protective services provided for aged 535 South Loop 288, Ste. 2001 and disabled adults and childcare licensing. Denton, TX 76205 (940)387-8544 (940)381-3400 fax (817)276-3928 TexCare Partnership - CHIP www.dfps.state.tx.us (800)647-6558 Denton County Children, newborn to 18 years of age Investigates allegations of child abuse or neglect involving Denton County Denton County. Provides ongoing services to families and Provides affordable health insurance coverage for children, children of abuse or neglect in their own home. Provides social newborn through 18 years of age. This is designed for families and rehabilitative services to children that have been placed in who earn too much to qualify for Medicaid but still can’t afford substitute care as a result of abuse or neglect. For emergency to buy insurance. after hours and on weekends, call local law enforcement.

Foster Care and Adoption (800)233-3405

33 Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children counseling for veterans, disabled workers, parolees, probationers, older workers, and other special applicant groups. Utilizes a 2222 Welborn Street statewide computerized job-matching system which provides Dallas, TX 75219 information on job listings and childcare referrals. Accepts and (214)559-5000 (800)421-1121 fax (214)559-7428 administers claims for unemployment insurance benefits and www.tsrhc.org provide labor market information and related data. 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - 7 days a week Texas residents from birth up to 18 years of age North Texas Human Resource Group Patients receive treatment regardless of the family’s ability to Special consideration for the handicapped, elderly, pay. public offenders, and other special populations with Patients must be referred by a physician impairments. Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children is one of the nation’s leading pediatric centers for the treatment of orthopaedic conditions, certain related neurological disorders, and learning The Colony Senior Center disorders, such as dyslexia. Admission is open to Texas children from birth to 18 years of age. Patients receive treatment 5151 N. Colony Blvd. regardless of the family’s ability to pay. For more information, to The Colony, TX 75056 volunteer or to make a donation, please call (214) 559-5000 or (972)624-2246 fax (972)624-2321 (800) 421-1121 or visit www.tsrhc.org. www.tcpard.com 8:00AM - 3:00PM - Monday - Friday Anyone over the age of 50 Texas Social Services Resident - $10/yr; Non-Resident - $18/yr The Colony 1200 Jupiter #940301 Provides recreational, physical and educational programs to Plano, TX 75074 anyone over the age of 50 and their spouses regardless of age. www.texassocialservices.org

Counseling for Children and Adults Theracare Home Health Low income/no income individuals on Medicaid or Value Options or who have private insurance 697 S. Stemmons Frwy. No fees if client has Medicaid or NorthStar Lewisville, TX 75067 No longer accepting phone calls - Go to website, click on web (972)434-9400 fax (972)434-9450 check-in, complete form, click on button at bottom of form www.theracarehomehealth.com Collin, Dallas, Denton, Grayson, and Tarrant counties Individuals needing home care Our licensed therapists provide counseling to children and Metroplex adults ranging in age from 3-65. We accept Medicaid, Provides in-home care to those who are under physicians order NorthStar, Amerigroup, Life Sync, CompCare, Parkland Kids or through private pay services. Journey is a non-profit religious First, Superior/IMHS Foster Care, Northstar/Value Options, affiliated organization and is accedited by the Joint Commission and Horizon Health. Our clients are seen in schools, satellite Accredited of Healthcare Organizations, as well as certified by offices, and homes. We counsel issues including depression, anger Medicare/Medicaid. Serves Denton County area for Carrollton management, poor peer relations, poor classroom behavior, in the southern section, to Sanger in the north - western coverage aggression, curfew violation, stealing, legal issues, and violation begins east of Decatur and east to Crossroads. of rules.

Therapy 2000 Texas Workforce Solutions 2535 Lonestar Dr. 1300 Teasley Dallas, TX 75212 Denton, TX 76205 (214)467-9787 (877)626-7003 fax (214)741-3655 (940)382-6712 (940)382-5619 fax (940)323-4391 www.t2000.com www.dfwjobs.com 8:00AM- 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Children under age 21 North Central Texas Workforce Services are billed to medical insurance (including medicaid), Individuals needing job referral/placement copays, or private pay Denton and Wise counties Call or email for services and intake coordinator will assist Provides job referral/placement services, and employment DFW, Tyler, Houston, San Antonio, Austin Therapy 2000 offers a variety of pediatric therapy services to

34 children of Texas. We offer in home care occupational therapy, TWU - Helping Hands physical therapy, and speech language pathology from infancy to adolescence (0-21 years) in Texas. We treat many diagnosis, P.O. Box 425379 including but not limited to, speech/language delay, feeling Denton, TX 76204 and swallowing disorders, developmental delay, cerebral palsy, (940)898-3593 fax (940)898-3621 autism spectrum disorder, prematurity, congenital disorders, www.twu.edu neurological disorders, down syndrome, sensory processing 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday disorders, ADD/ADHD, and more. Any DFW nonprofit agency can request volunteers Denton and some surrounding areas We offer volunteers to the community for various projects during TWU - Counseling and Family Therapy Clinic the academic year. TWU Campus

Human Development Building #114 TWU - Integrated Clinic for Behavior Denton, TX 76201 and Learning Evaluation (940)898-2600 fax (940)898-2676 www.twu.edu/famsci TWU Campus, HDB 114 1:00PM-8:00PM - Monday - Thursday Denton, TX 76204 9:00AM-1:00PM - Saturday (940)898-2600 fax (940)898-2676 Fees are assessed on a sliding scale: $10, $20, $30 www.twu.edu/famsci Call and complete over-the-phone screening, once approved 1:00PM - 8:00PM - Monday - Thursday you will be assigned to a therapist who will contact for first Sliding scale appointment Denton and surrounding counties No restrictions Provide assessments to the Denton community and surrounding Provides counseling to individuals, couples, and families counties at a reasonable cost. including play therapy for children and therapy with adolescents and adults who are experiencing personal or relationship difficulties. Groups are provided for children and adults. Fees TWU-Speech and Hearing Clinic are on a sliding scale based on gross family income and family size. P.O. Box 425737 Denton, TX 76201-5737 (940)898-2285 fax (940)898-2276 TWU-Dental Hygiene Clinic www.twu.edu/communication-sciences/clinics Individuals with communication disorders TWU Denton - MCL Building- First floor $25.00/50 minute session. Evaluation $75.00 Complete and Denton, TX 76204 send in case history form available on our website (940)898-2888 fax (940)898-4896 Denton http://twu.edu/hs/dh/clinic.asp Child and adult speech and language evaluation and therapy. Call for appointment Child and adult hearing evaluation and auditory therapy. 4 years or older Child and adult dysphagia (feeding/swallowing) evaluation Fees vary, call for information and therapy, accent reduction. Please call for appointments. Denton and the surrounding areas Offers teeth cleaning, fluoride treatment, sealant, plaque control, and full mouth X-rays to students and residents of United Healthcare Denton and the surrounding areas. Services are offered at a reduced cost because students provide them in a learning 1012 Dawnview St. situation. Keep in mind these appointments are up to 4 hours in Arlington, TX 76014 length. Anyone who schedules an appointment must be able to (817)861-2023 (682)622-6545 fax (817)861-2023 return if necessary to complete treatment. www.securehorizons.com 8:00AM - 5:00PM Monday-Friday 65 years of age and disabled individuals who are on Medicare Part A&B Contact agency for home visit and application process Denton, Dallas, Collin, Kaufman, Tarrant, Ellis, Johnson and Rockwall counties Provides free services to assist the aged and disabled to complete the paper work for Medicaid and low income subsidy, in order to

35 recieve aid on Medicare Part B & prescription cost - also assists Free mental health evaluations 7 days a week, 24 hours a day those who may have higher income but would prefer saving on Denton County, Tarrant County, Collin County Medicaid cost by applying for Medicare advantage plans. UBH is a full service behavioral health and chemical hospital offering inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient services for children starting United Way of Denton County at the age of 5 to mature adults. University Behavioral Health Denton takes most insurance plus Medicare and 625 Dallas Drive, Suite 525 Medicaid. UBH Denton offers specialty programs including Denton, TX 76205 Exclusively Women’s, Freedom Care Military program, (940) 566-5851 fax (940) 898-8976 Breaking Free- a dual diagnosis program, faith based 8:00AM-5:00PM- Monday-Friday program, crisis stabilization, and a twelve step chemical Denton County dependency program known as Living in Balance. The United Way of Denton County focuses our efforts on three specialized services for children and adolescents consist of distinct areas: Education, Income, and Health. We collaborate our Path’s program, anger coping skills, and dealing with with twenty partner agencies, and offer several direct service depression. programs to effect positive change in our community.

Education Initiatives UNT-Center for Leadership and Service Pre-K Coalition Implementing programs to increase school readiness, provide 1155 Union Circle #305008 access to parent resources, and promote lifelong learning and Denton, TX 76203 success. (940)565-3021 fax (940)565-4446 www.leadandserve.unt.edu Financial Stability Initiatives 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday-Friday Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) UNT students, staff and faculty IRS trained volunteers prepare tax returns, free of charge, for Call, Email, Walk-In low- to moderately-low income households in our community, Denton County retuning hundreds of thousands of dollars in Earned Income Provides opportunities for UNT students, staff, and faculty Tax Credits and Child Tax Credits back into our local economy. to improve the quality of life through volunteer service. The Center for Leadership and Service supports, promotes, and Bank On Denton fosters volunteerism at the University of North Texas by serving A coalition committed to providing budgeting and financial the full range of the community. education to unbanked and underbanked households in Denton County and encouraging participation in mainstream financial services. UNT-Child and Family Resource Clinic

Community Building Initiatives 1180 Union Circle Information and Referral Denton, TX 76203 (940) 566-2688 (940)565-2066 (940)565-2203 fax (940)565-2330 Connecting people to the help they need www.coe.unt.edu/child-and-family-resource-clinic 8:00AM - 9:00PM - Monday - Thursday Community Services Directory Sliding scale fee A comprehensive listing of Denton County health and human Call to make appointmnet service providers Denton County and surrounding areas Adult counseling, couples counseling, play therapy, and Project Blueprint assessments Non-profit board member training

UNT-Counseling and Human Development Center University Behavioral Health Denton 1400 Highland St. 2026 W. University Dr. Denton, TX 76203 Denton, TX 76201 (940)565-2970 fax (940)369-8833 (940)320-8100 (888)320-8101 fax (940)320-8030 www.coe.unt.edu/chdc www.ubhdenton.com Monday - Thursday by appointment only 24 Hours/ 7 Days a Week Individuals, children and families Children starting at age 5 and adults Fees based on sliding scale

36 North Texas UNT-Speech and Hearing Center Provides counseling for North Texas residents. Counseling includes individual (adult and adolescent), couples, marriage, 907 W. Sycamore St. family, play therapy for children, and career counseling. Denton, TX 76201 (940)565-2262 (866)650-2472 fax (940)369-7702 www.speechandhearing.unt.edu/sphs-clinic UNT-Counseling and Testing Center 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday Individuals with communication disorders or hearing loss UNT - Chestnut Hall #311, Fees for services rendered, sliding fee scale available to those 1155 Union Cir #310968 who qualify. Denton, TX 76203 Call to make appointment (940)565-2741 fax (940)565-2094 Denton and surrounding counties www.unt.edu/cat/ Serves individuals with communication disorders in Denton Call for appointment and surrounding areas. Provides audiology and speech language UNT Students only pathology services, complete hearing evaluations (including Paid for by student fees newborn hearing evaluations), hearing aid and assistive listening Personal and vocational counseling for UNT students. Up to 8 device dispensing, assessment and treatment of articulation sessions. Counseling on Monday through Friday by appointment and language disorders. Treatment program for adults with only. communication disorders due to stroke, preschool program for children with language delay, specialized assessment clinics and parent/caregiver programs. UNT-Office of Disability Accommodation

1167 Union Circle, Sage Hall #167 UNT-Substance Abuse Resource Center Denton, TX 76203 (940)565-4323 TDD/TTY: (940)369-8652 1800 Chestnut fax (940)369-7969 Denton, TX 76203 www.unt.edu/ODA (940)565-2787 fax (940)369-8711 8:00AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday www.unt.edu Students with a qualifying disability at the University of North UNT students who are mandated from the Student Center Texas for Rights and Responsibilities, however, anyone can come for Disability documentation submitted and reviewed for information eligibility, intake interview held with students Denton County Only requirement is that student be enrolled in classes One of SARC’s primary goals is to help students who are through UNT experiencing problems associated with the misuse of alcohol Sign Language Interpreters, Accommodated Testing, Digital or other drugs. Student assistance includes support groups and texts- all accommodation necessary for students to have equal individual counseling and education. SARC is responsible not access to the UNT campus. only for helping students with existing issues regarding their drug and alcohol abuse, but also to create a safer campus atmosphere through student services: Drug and Alcohol Education Coalition, Extended Classroom Experience, internship and practicum UNT-Psychology Clinic opportunities. 1155 Union Circle, #311280 Denton, TX 76203 (940)565-2631 fax (940)369-8672 UNT-Trio Program/Talent Search www.psyc.unt.edu Based on sliding scale 1155 Union Circle , #310888 Dallas/Ft. Worth/Denton Metropolitan area Denton, TX 76203 Provides confidential individual, marriage and family therapy, (940)565-2090 (877)933-8887 fax (940)565-2089 play therapy, and group therapy to anyone in the DFW/ www.trio.unt.edu/ts Denton area. Intellectual evaluation, personality evaluations, 8:00AM to 5:00PM - Monday-Friday neuropsychological evaluations, and vocational evaluations are available. Talent Search Students in grades 6-12 Denton County Motivates and encourages students in grades 6th-12th to

37 continue their education through high school and into college. Making Life Better - Homes Provides counseling and assistance with the completion of all Individuals must meet the Income requirements and be an forms required for admission into post-secondary educational adult ages (18-up). program and for obtaining financial aid. We have a network of homes that specialize in Mental Health, Physical Disabilities and Learning Disabilities. Sliding scale up to 90% of SSI/SSD which includes: rent and VA North Texas Health Care System utilities Cable TV in each room, fully furnished. Food is not included in the Boarding Fee however, if necessary, we can 2223 Colorado Boulevard assist individuals with food stamp application applications. Denton, TX 76205 Our preference is Social Workers or family members to call (940)891-6350 for the initial assessment, however we do welcome calls from www.va.gov the individual in need Denton, Dallas, Tarrant and Collin counties Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Housing Program for those on fixed Income such as: Pension, Denton County Unemployment Compensation, Social Security Benefits, Inpatient and outpatient alcohol treatment. Includes acute Veteran Benefits or Working Income. This is a shared rehabilitation services, occupational therapy, and vocational housing arrangement for independent or semi-independent counseling. with all utilities included, fully furnished, cable T.V., and telephone service. Services: we assist with social skills such Comprehensive Homeless Center as: application process for public assistance, registration for Denton County school programs, social outings, community help, life skills in Provides a wide range of services within a continuum of care to meal preparations, medication reminders, errand assistance, homeless veterans who have medical and psychiatric problems. medical appointment reminders, and other minor assistance. The programs within the center are Health Care for Homeless Veterans, VS Supported Housing, the Homeless Domiciliary, Making a Difference and the Compensated Work Therapy Program. Licensed Community Program Contact Melonie Baker, Program Director at: (469)685-4663 Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Program for an appointment. Leave the name of your agency, how many Outpatient services for veterans with PTSD, including in attendance, if CEU is necessary and the DATE that ALL the individual and group psychotherapy. Social Workers, Discharge Planners, Counselors, ETC. meet so that we can provide information in a holistic approach. We travel to your facility within the DFW area. Volunteer Program of DISD Educational Training with (CEU-Hours) available for: Social Workers, Discharge Planners, MHMRs, Community 1307 N. Locust Outreach Programs, Hospitals, Physical rehab Facilities, Denton, TX 76201 Battered Women’s Shelters, Drug and Alcohol Counselors, (940)369-0005 fax (940)369-4979 Community Centers and other representatives of Denton County advocacy. Volunteers work in DISD school libraries, classrooms, offices, workrooms, and with computers: assisting librarians, teachers, Business Expansion and Entrepreneurship Workshops students, or office staff. Orientation and training provided. Guest 10:00AM - 2:30PM - Tuesday-Thursday speakers are welcome at every school to share a craft, hobby, Must have a missionary heart to help advocate for those who occupation, or travel experience. Other volunteer opportunities can not advocate for themselves. include home-helpers who work on craft items, cut letters, or Range from $33.00-$599.00 for the full workshop A-Z. tape record in their home. Contact Melonie Baker, Program Director at: (469)685- 4663 for an appointment. Leave your name, what industry, assistance is needed in, and a contact number. You may also sign up on the WEB: at: www.wecarefacilities.org under We Care Facilities, LLC - Residential Care Homes (Brown Box-Important News)-(pre-register box) 1243 Springwood Dr. Denton County/Initial Meeting, then DFW area to visit your Lewisville, TX75067 potential facility. (469)685-4663 fax (940)725-0184 Educating and Training Individuals with a desire to own www.wecarefacilities.org their own Business or company in the area of homeless 8:30AM - 5:00PM - Monday - Friday prevention, health care services, pharmaceutical services, doctor or nurses, CNA’s, Group Homes or Assisted Living homes as well as other businesses.

38 Woman to Woman Pregnancy Resource Center

521 North Locust Street Denton, TX 76201 (940)383-4494 fax (940)383-4492 www.dentonprc.org 10:00AM - 4:00PM - Monday & Tuesday; 10:00AM - 7:00PM - Thursday; 10:00AM - 2:00PM - Wednesday & Friday All women of child bearing age By appointment Denton and surrounding counties Provides pregnancy testing and verification, information and education on abortion, adoptio, and pregnancy, abortion recovery, and prenatal/parenting education.

Youth and Family Counseling

105 Kathryn Drive, Building 3A Lewisville, TX 75067 (972)724-2005 fax (972)539-0403 www.youthandfamilycounseling.org 9:00AM - 9:00PM - Monday - Thursday 9:00AM - 4:00PM - Friday Sliding scale By appointment Denton County Provides family and/or individual counseling.

First Offender Program 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Monday-Thursday Referral by area courts and police department. Denton County To help troubled youth and their families by providing systems based psychological counseling.

39 INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SERVICES

Statewide Information and Referral Services - 211 (landline) 1-800-548-1873 (cell phone)

Collin County The Assistance Center of Collin County...... 972-422-1850 North Collin County - Lifeline (McKinney)...... 972-542-0020

Cooke County United Way of Cooke County...... 940-665-1793

Dallas County United Way of Metropolitan Dallas...... 214-978-0000 Aging Information Office...... 214-379-4636 or 211

Denton County United Way of Denton County...... 940-566-2688

Grayson County United Way of Grayson County...... 903-893-1920

Tarrant County United Way of Tarrant County...... 817-258-8000 Diocese of Fort Worth (Catholic Charities)...... 817-282-6646

Wise County United Way of Wise County...... 1-940-627-2111 WARM (Wise Area Relief Mission)...... 940-626-4676 Helping Hands Ministry of Wise County...... 940-683-4276