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Support Services Mission:
To improve opportunities for DISD students' academic and lifetime success by providing support in the areas of attendance, social and family welfare, physical and mental health, safety, textbook and testing accountability, and employee well-being—each of these components serving as a valuable and necessary foundation to achieving the overall district goals. Listed in this pamphlet are counseling and support organizations, agencies, and individuals, public and private, who perform a variety of services in or near the Denton area. This list is offered strictly as a resource and should not be considered a recommendation, referral, or endorsement to any particular service provider. This list is not all inclusive and is offered only for your convenience.
For more information regarding the list of services offered in this pamphlet, please contact:
Larry Mankoff, Coordinator, Denton ISD, Student Assistance Programs • (940) 369-0280 or email: [email protected]
Enlistados en este folleto están servicios de consulta y organizaciones de asistencia, agencias e individuos, públicos y privados, los cuáles desempeñan una variedad de servicios en o cerca del área de Denton.
Para más información, por favor llame a la Oficina de Trabajo Social al 369-0262.
For more information please visit the following websites: www.dentonisd.org Revised for the 2005-2006 school year Denton Independent School District Internal Network of Support Services
The Denton Independent School District's Office of Student Assistance Programs has developed the following programs that offer a wide variety of services to meet the needs of students and parents of our community. If you have any questions about or need to access these services, please call upon our staff for assistance. These services are provided so that all students who pass through the doors of our schools have the chance to reach their full potential.
For more information about the DISD support programs listed below, contact Larry Mankoff, Coordinator, Student Assistance Programs at 369-0283 or email at [email protected]
Denton ISD Campus Counselor Program
Campus guidance and counseling staff are often the first to identify and offer direction to school and community assistance services. Professional school counselors generally have a teaching background which gives them a thorough understanding of school related issues and the ability to relate well to teachers, students and parents. Coursework leading to school counselor certification is usually a part of a master's degree program which gives the counselor expertise in the growth and development of children and adolescents, multi-cultural aspects of counseling, group and individual counseling theories and techniques, student appraisal, career development, motivation and learning patterns, and social/ environmental issues surrounding learning. Counselors are trained to assist with problem solving for parents and students and schools. They often coordinate the referral process for community based services as well as in-school services.
Your school counselor is a knowledgeable professional who actively supports student learning through:
• Guidance Curriculum that organizes resources and integrates developmentally appropriate instructional components to address life skills needed by all students. • Individual Planning which focuses on particular needs of individual students with regard to educational, career, and personal goals. • Responsive Services providing support to students with identified concerns through prevention and intervention. • System Support linking the guidance program with the school and community.
For information on support services on your student's campus, contact the campus counselor for information, direction and support. 1 For general information, contact: Melanie Lewis, Director of Counseling Services at 369-0065 or email: [email protected]
Denton ISD Student Assistance Program
The Student Assistance Program is a school and community effort to support all students and their parents who have actual or potential problems that interfere with their own education and safety. The program works to develop and implement prevention and intervention efforts that target mental health and substance abuse problems within the school system.
Programming includes: • Middle School Student Assistance Counselors Drug and violence intervention, life skills training, individual and group counseling, parent education. • Senior High School Intervention Teams Early identification and intervention for students struggling with substance abuse, emotional, familial, and life stage problems. Teacher, staff, parent, self, and other concerned individual referrals are made to Care Team Leader. If you're not sure, refer! • Drug & Violence Prevention Curriculum • The Denton ISD Therapist Pool • Crisis Management • School Safety Programs • The Safe and Drug-free Schools and Communities Program • Mental Health Programming/Training Intervention/Prevention Specialists: Strickland Middle School: Mary Rivers ...... 369-4292 McMath Middle School: Carolyn Mohair ...... 369-3313 Calhoun Middle School: Gary Wood ...... 369-2360 Crownover Middle School: Gene Ross ...... 369-4708
For general information, contact: Larry Mankoff 369-0280 or email: [email protected]
2 Denton ISD Social Work Services
The Denton ISD Social Work Office acts as a liaison between school, home and the community. By coordinating social services in Denton with other school support staff and community agencies, we address the diverse social, emotional, cultural and economic needs of the students and families referred.
Services include: · Information and referral · Crisis and support assistance to families and students · Assistance with identifying resources for medical evaluation and treatment · Assist families with school supplies and clothes · Assist the Special Education department in addressing student needs · Coordinate Homebound Program · Coordinate program for homeless students
Contact: Rosemary Rodriguez 369-0262 or email: [email protected]
Denton ISD Health Services
Each Denton ISD campus has a full-time registered nurse who contributes to the safety, health, and wellness of DISD students and employees. Services provided include: · Injury/illness assessment, care and referral · Medication administration/monitoring · Health Screenings blood pressure checks vision and hearing screening spinal screening acanthosis nigricans pediculosis BMI · Classroom teaching growth and development, hygiene child safety CPR, first-aid communicable disease prevention healthy habits substance abuse/violence prevention nutrition
3 · Student monitoring and special procedures diabetes monitoring seizure disorders oxygen administration tracheostomy care tube feedings urinary catheterizations ostomy care · Infection control/disease prevention/safety & wellness promotion/ accident prevention For information, contact: Theresa Grant, RN 369-0280 or email: [email protected]
Denton ISD Teens Taking Responsibility in Parenting Success (TTRIPS) Program
Childcare & transportation assistance, parenting education for pregnant and/or parent students in Denton ISD. Goal is for parents to continue in school to obtain a high school diploma and to attain job skills.
Contact: Barb Haflich at 369-4006 or by email: [email protected] Emily Skinner at 369-2023 or by email: [email protected]
Denton ISD Attendance Program
The attendance program handles referrals to attendance officers dealing with student non-attendance within the Denton ISD. These officers: · make direct contact with students who have poor attendance · help facilitate improved attendance with students who are at-risk for poor attendance. · file truancy cases in the Justice of the Peace and Municipal Courts · conduct truancy court actions for the school district · represent the schools and State of Texas in truancy court · monitor improved attendance with truant students after court action Contact: Trixie Cobb, Attendance Secretary 369-0291 Sandra Golden 369-0292 Roberta Rosario 369-0293 or email: [email protected] or [email protected] or for general information on attendance call, Reed Jackson at 369-0282 4 Communities In Schools CIS helps remove barriers to student's academic success. Students may be referred by: self, parent, peer, counselor, teacher, and/or administrator. To enroll in the CIS program, contact:
Mario De La Garza, Denton High School ...... 369-2024 Mili Guerrero, Calhoun Middle School ...... 369-2400 Brenda Bennett, Tomas Rivera Elementary ...... 369-3875
D.I.S.D. Therapist Pool
The following list of private practitioners represents the D.I.S.D. Therapist Pool. They have been engaged by the Student Assistance Program as a means of providing high quality, professional counseling services to families who desire help, but do not have the financial resources to pay for private services. REFERRALS TO THE THERAPIST POOL MUST BE MADE THROUGH THE STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. Contact your campus counselor for the referral procedures. If you can afford a sliding fee scale, have insurance benefits or medicaid, you will find the following list of therapists to be highly qualified, specialized, and effective in addressing your child’s or family’s therapeutic needs. See page 10 for "A Word About Seeking Counseling Services."
All referrals to DISD Therapist Pool are made through the Department of Student Assistance.
For information contact: Larry Mankoff, 369-0283
Call the Student Assistance Program for help, support, or direction. 369-0283
Basham, Jim MA, LPC Children of Divorce, marital/family difficulties, sexual related issues of adolescents, Christian-based counseling 214-682-9638
Chio – Barfield, Maria M.Ed, LPC, RPT, NCC Play therapy, adolescent therapy, adults, family, couples, depression,
5 loss & grief, anxiety, abuse & trauma, parenting classes Sliding Fee, Medicaid, DISD EAP 214-674-4273
Costa, Dianne CFLE, Certified Mediator/Family Life Educator Family, Civil/Divorce Mediator, Family Crisis, Parenting, Life Skills, Family Stabilization Sliding Fee 214-676-1846
Cutting, Rahna MA, LCDC Adolescents, Substance Use, Blended Families, Christian Counseling Sliding Fee 381-5010
Deines, John T. “Jack” Ph.D, Psychologist Student behavior problems, anxiety, depression, Family problems, Diagnosis/evaluation for suspected more serious illness Medicaid, DISD EAP 566-5110
Glenn, Heather R. M.Ed, LPC Play therapy, adolescents/teenagers, family therapy, eating disorders, self mutilation, truancy issues Sliding Fee, Medicaid 382-5328 Ext. 24
Graham, Christy LPC, RPT In-home therapy – Trauma/abuse Children under the age of 13 Weekends & Evenings
6 Amerigroup, DISD EAP 597-9635
Barbara Hokamp M.Ed., LPC-I Adolescent girls – pregnancy/parenting Families with young children Parents or siblings of children with disabilities Substance abuse / family violence Sliding Fee 387-3093
Hokamp, Mark A. LMSW-ACP, LPC, LMFT Relationship counseling, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, adults & adolescents, parenting issues Sliding Fee, DISD EAP 387-3093
Jenkins, Mary K. LPCI, M.Ed, Early childhood, Groups – anger, aggression, family issues – divorce, separation 214-274-3015
Jacobson, Cindy M.Ed., LPC Adolescents, family, sexual abuse, domestic abuse Sliding Fee, Medicaid, DISD EAP 382-5328 Ext. 17
Jacobson, Steven E. "Jake" LCSW Marriage Decision Counseling, Divorce, Divorce Recovery, Parent Schedule counseling, Blended Family counseling 382-5328 Ext. 18
Lamar, Marlys Ph.D Mood disorders, anxiety disorders (PTSD), marriage and family therapy, eating disorders
7 DISD EAP 566-5802
Laurssa, Thomas K. Ph.D, PLC Depression, anxiety, family therapy, Christian counseling Sliding Fee, DISD EAP 566-4691
Lewis-Zygiel, Jane M.Ed, LPC, LCDC Chemical dependency, boundary setting with youth, eating disorders Sliding Fee, Medicaid, DISD EAP 382-5328 Ext. 25
McGee, Kristen LCSW Depression, anxiety & adjustment/transition issues, conduct problems for 14 & up, parent coaching, couples & family therapy Sliding Fee, DISD EAP 367-7791
Perry, Lessie Ph.D., Licensed Counselor, Registered Play Therapist Play therapy for ages 3-10, victims of abuse, divorce, trauma 940-383-1745
Perrett, Ronald S. MSSW, LMSW-ACP, RSOTP Parent-child/family dysfunction, abuse/neglect, sexually inappropriate behavior Sliding Fee, Medicaid 382-0823
Ramsay, Annetta Ph.D, LPC, NCC Intensive outpatient program for eating disorders. Sliding Fee 382-5688
Sanchez Sullivan, Leticia
8 LMSW-ACP Depression, anxiety, family problems; Sliding Fee 972-436-4749
Flynn, Olivia M.E.D, LPC Individual & couples counseling, parenting, Christian orientation DISD EAP 566-3285
Simmons, Jim MA, LPC, LMFT Certified in Family Mediation Relationship counseling, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, alcohol & drug abuse, spiritual issues 382-0000 Terrell, Tammy LPC-S Play therapy, Adolescents Sliding Fee. DISD EAP 940-381-5010
Weston, Louise M. LCSW, LMFT Adolescent issues, parenting, sexual abuse issues Medicaid, DISD EAP 566-5802
Willis, Kati MEd, LPC, RSOPT Parent/child relationship, conflict resolution, adolescent issues, behavior management 940-381-0019
Atencio, Jennifer MEd, LPC Family therapy, adolescent issues, 940-382-5328
Sutterfield, Tammy LPC-S, MA, CPT, FMDRIT Conflict Resolution, Mediation, Neurofeedback, Biofeedback, Exercise & Movement Thereapy 940-382-532
** Please See Page 27 for Alternatives9 to Counseling ** A Word About Seeking Counseling Services…
Before seeking care for your family and/or child, remember that you are a consumer of counseling services and you have the right to ask questions. Here are a few you may want to consider:
• Is the therapist, clinic or hospital certified, licensed, or accredited to provide the services you need?
• Is your service covered by any benefits (insurance, employee assistance program, medicaid) you or your family may be entitled to?
• Is there a sliding fee scale?
• What happens when your benefits run out?
• What are the costs out of your pocket both as co-pay and when the insurance runs out?
• Is help available through the DISD Student Assistance Program in negotiating fees with an agency or provider?
• If you are having problems with your child, how much will the therapist or treatment center work with you? (The majority of change in children’s behavior comes about from changes in the parental response to the child’s behavior. If the therapist or treatment center does not work with you at least 50% of the time, change is unlikely.)
For psychiatric or substance abuse hospitalization, consider these questions:
• Have you investigated more than one facility? Programs differ regarding family involvement, length of stay, credentialed staff, weekend and evening programs, and after-care. A detailed plan up front and within 3 days of admission should be discussed for how the center will spend your in-patient hospital benefits both during and after treatment. Request a detailed, inclusive breakout for all of your expenses including out-of-pocket costs. Request this in writing. • What are the policies regarding coordination with the schools during and after treatment? • Can your child be taken out of treatment at your discretion? • Will the school counselor be included in the discharge plans? • What is the hospital’s policy regarding treatment and follow-up after the insurance is gone? Ask this at the outset of treatment. • Do you as a parent feel pressured to hospitalize your child? If so, then seek other opinions regarding this critical choice. 10 External Support Services
Resources for Parents
American Red Cross 384-0880 412 S. Carroll Blvd., Ste. 1001 Provides classes teaching CPR, First Aid, babysitting. Provides emergency assistance for natural disasters, and house fires AED Training. HIV protection counseling. Disaster Classes.
Communities In Schools of North Texas (CISNT) - Campus Managers: CISNT helps remove barriers to student’s academic success. Students may be referred by: self, parent, peer, counselor, teacher, and/or administration. To enroll in the CISNT program contact: Mario De La Garza, Denton High School, 369-2024 Mili Guerrero, Calhoun Middle School, 369-2400 Brenda Bennett, Tomas Rivera Elementary, 369-3875
Denton Association for the Education of Young Children (817) 430-4461 Professional organization promoting advocacy for parents of children 0 – 12 years of age. Contact: Kris Curtis
Denton Family Resource Center 566-1800 Serves as a central location for family life education, including prenatal, new parent support, parenting skills, and child care seat safety. Also, information and referral for all parents and families in Denton County. Contact the DFRC for Kid's Sake for divorcing parents. www.dfrc.org Families Anonymous 382-4605 or 383-2204 A free self-help program for those concerned about drug abuse and behavioral problems of a relative or friend. Weekly evening meetings in Denton. Meets 1st & 3rd Thursdays at 7pm St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
11 Friends of the Family 387-5131 Outreach office. Family Services Coordinator: Callie Scurlock
Life Issues Interventions and Training 243-2200 JAM (Juvenile Aggression Management Class) - 6 weeks TIP (Theft Intervention Program) - 1 day seminar GOP (General Offenders Program) for non-aggressive antisocial behavior
Riding Unlimited (940) 479-2016 Provides therapy for the disabled community through horsemanship and other equine related skills.
Spirithorse Therapeutic Riding Center (940) 497-2946 or www.spirithorsetherapy.com or [email protected] To improve the quality of life of people with disabilities, at-risk youth, and children who are victims of crime and abuse through interaction with horses.
Texas Cooperative Extension Service 349-2882 Professionals in the areas of: Family and Consumer Science, 4-H, Agriculture, and Horticulture Offering programs on: Nutrition, Parenting, Life Skills, Food Safety, Horticulture, Animals, Natural Resources and Youth Development. Contact: Lexie McGrane, John Cooper, Eddie Baggs, and Maggie Jover
HOT LINES/SUPPORT GROUPS Frequently Called Numbers
SUICIDE HOTLINES!!! BEFORE YOU ACT... www.metanoia.org/suicide www.befrienders.org If you are feeling at all suicidal, be sure to look into this website. It may save your life!
12 ADHD Helpline www.addhelpline.org AIDS - Denton 349-2900 AIDS Hotline: 24/7 1-800-342-2437 or in Spanish: 1-800-344-7332 American Cancer Society 1-800-227-2345 (for general information to include local support groups) Ann’s Haven Hospice (Visiting Nurses Association) 349-5900 Alcohol Abuse Hotline for TX 1-900-622-8000 Alcohol and Drug Abuse Hotline 1-800-252-6465 ALANON 387-7237 or 566-4985 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 383-8252 Association of Autism Society of America 800-3-Autism American Red Cross/ Emergency assistance during disasters 384-0880 Boys Town National Crisis Line 24/7 1-800-448-3000 For kids and parents with ANY problem Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-252-5400 Child Find 1-800-292-9688 or 1-800-426-5678 Missing or kidnapped youth Cocaine Helpline 1-800-262-2463 Gay and Lesbian Hotline 1-800-850-8078 Kidshelp kidshelp.simpatico.ca or 1-800-668-6868 a service for young people which also addresses issues in addition to suicide Kids in Trouble Help Page: www.geocities.com/EnchantedForest/2910/hotlines.html MHMR Emergency Hotline 1-800-762-0157 National Child Pornography Timeline and CyberTip Line to report sexually exploited kids 1-800-843-5678 or www.cybertipline.com Rape Hotline 1-800-656-4673 Texas Youth Hotline 1-800-210-2278 Teen Health for information on health risks teenagers face. Type in: Teen Health at www.healthywomen.org
Big Brothers Big Sisters (940) 243-2447 Adult companionship on a one-to-one basis for children 7-14 www.bbbsnt.org
CHADD (Children & Adult’s ADD) www.CHADD.org for national information and local chapters
13 Child Abuse Reports 1-800-252-5400 24 hrs., 7 days a week
Crisis Pregnancy Center of Denton 400 N. Loop 288, Denton, Texas 383-4494 Offers free pregnancy testing, volunteer counseling, information and referrals on adoption, STD, and abortion information, advocates for the mother and pre-born child.
Denton ISD Student Assistance Program 369-0283 Help for parents with difficult children. Problem areas include emotional, drug, and parent-child issues.
Denton County Hotline 387-5555 or 1-800-762-0157 Suicide and other mental health crisis intervention.
Families Anonymous 382-4605 or 383-2204 A free self-help program for those concerned about drug abuse and behavioral problems of a relative or friend. Weekly evening meetings in Denton.
Family Services Unit - Richard Godoy Denton Police Department 349-7909 Comprehensive crisis management services to victims of: Family violence, sexual assault, child abuse, runaways, aggravated assault, at-risk youth, families in crisis, survivors of homicide, attempted suicide, survivors of suicide. On-site counseling, short term individual, family, couples counseling, family mediation, school and home follow-up visits, emergency assistance, and referrals to social service agencies.
Friends of the Family 382-7273 1-800-572-4031 24-hour crisis line. Trained staff and volunteers. Seven days a week crisis line for rape and assault survivors, their family and friends.
14 Grand Connections 323-9232 A program that provides information, referral, and support programs to grandparents raising grandchildren. Contact: Lennis Dounley
Marijuana Anonymous Offers support for individuals attempting recovery from addiction to marijuana. Weekly meetings. See [email protected] for meeting times and location in Denton.
Pinnacle Diagnostics and Laboratories 898-1787 Walk-in urine drug screens without doctor’s orders. Ask for quantitative results. 5 panel (5 common drugs of abuse) drug screens cost $30 and take 30 minutes for results. 10 panel drug screens are more expensive and have a 24 hour turnaround.
PFLAG Parents, families and friends of lesbians, and gays. Support and information. www.pflag.org
Planned Parenthood 891-0737
Runaway Hotline (800) RUNAWAY (786-2929) Provides crisis intervention and peer counseling to runaways, at-risk youth, and families. Information and referral are available to callers in need of shelter, food, clothing, medical assistance, counseling, and other related services.
Safe Haven 349-5900 Bereavement support for children, teens, and families
Woman to Woman 383-4494 Pregnancy Resource Center
15 Abuse & Child Neglect
Child Protective Services, TX. DPRS To report suspected abuse/neglect 1-800-252-5400 Denton Office: 387-8544 Call 911 if abuse is imminent www.ReportAbuse.ws Login: Professional Password: Report 1 Protects children from abuse and neglect; works to preserve family with counseling and rehabilitative services. Finds permanent homes for children who cannot safely live with parents. 3730 E. McKinney, Ste. 135, Denton, Texas 76208 Melissa Moffitt, Director
Abuse & Family Violence
Denton County Friends of the Family 382-7273 Call 911 if abuse is imminent For victims of relationship violence and sexual assault with shelter and counseling services.
Advocacy
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Denton County (Metro 940) 243-2272 P.O. Box 2885; 612 N. Bell Ave., Denton, TX., 76201 A Child’s Voice in Court: Provides special assistance by order of a judge in child abuse and neglect cases. Executive Director, Sherri Gideon
Children’s Advocacy Center for Denton County (972) 317-2818 or (866) 875-1015 Provides coordinated (CPS, Police, DA, etc.) investigations, treatment, and prosecutions of child sexual abuse, etc. cases. Executive Director, Dan Leal
16 Denton County D.A. Victim’s Assistance 349-2600 Provides services to victims of violent offenses including referral for counseling, preparation for court, court accompaniment during trial, assistance in crime victim’s compensation applications, crisis intervention and information on criminal justice system. Coordinator, Jackie Carpenter
Child Day Care (Non-profit) and Licensing
ChildCare Licensing, TX. Dept of Human Services 383-2371 3612 E. McKinney, Denton, TX. 76201 Listings of child care facilities in North Texas. Call if concerned about a center/day home provider. Office Hours: Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Cornerstone Cooperative Preschool 382-1463 1205 N. Locust St., Denton, TX 76201 Parent Co-operative Pre-School for children 2 – 5 years and choice of 2, 3 or 5 mornings a week programs. Follows DISD school calendar. Developmentally appropriate curriculum overseen by Teacher-Parent Team. One morning a week. Mother’s Day Out: 8 month – 2 years. Parents Make the Difference.
Denton Christian Pre-school 383-3332 Pre-school for three and four year-old children. Requirements: Low family income and approval by school admissions committee. Open during school year term. Office: Mon. – Fri., 8:15 a.m. – 4 p.m. Director: Judith Royal
17 Fred Moore Child Care Center 387-8214 After School Program up to 12 years of age. Pre-school daycare for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years. Especially for low income, working and student parents. Sliding fee scale. Requirements: Must work or go to school at least 25 hrs a week. Office Hrs.: Mon. – Fri., 6:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Director: Laura Williams
North Central TX Child Care Service 382-5619 Locate and pay for childcare for people who work or go to school and help in getting off of welfare, etc. Director: Terri McKinney
Counseling/Mental Health/Substance Abuse
Ann’s Haven Hospice (Visiting Nurses Association) 349-5900 Support groups for those who have lost a loved one. Full service home health & hospice service for terminally ill patients w/6 months or less to live. Hospice covered by insurance: Medicare and Medicaid. Medically indigent funding on an as available basis only. Does not provide sitter service. Contact: Paula Garner
Camp Fire USA First Texas Council (817) 831-2111 Camp for Grieving children Sponsored by: First Texas Council of Campfire Serving children ages 6-16 One week residential camp in Granbury, Texas the first week of August. Financial Assistance is available. For applications call: (817) 831-2111 For information call: Lydia Goetz
Cook Children's Behavioral Health 484-4311 Individual and group therapy, Parenting classes, Psychological and neuropsychological testing Accepts: Chips, Medicaid, and many other insurers
18 Counseling Center of Denton (CCD) Family Tree Program Contact, Cindy Jacobson 382-5328 www.ccdcounseling.com FAMILY TREE PROGRAM Provides 6 free counseling sessions, 6 free parent skill classes/groups, 6 free life skills groups. Available to families of youths ages 0–17. CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY PROGRAMS Assessment, evaluation, intervention, and support for the chemically dependent adolescent or adult, and their family members. Universal Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Programs DIVORCE SANITY Divorce related counseling, social studies for adoption and custody cases, supervised visitation and exchanges, and Parallel Parenting (education workshops for divorced and divorcing parents) Bilingual counselors are available.
Cumberland Presbyterian Children's Home 382-5112 The Child Residential Program Provides 24-hr. residential care for children ages 3-17 who need to live away from their home for reasons ranging from abuse, neglect, or being orphaned. Placement is based on the special needs of the individual child, family circumstances and the appropriateness of the program to meet the individual needs of the child. Each family is followed in our Aftercare program for 2 years after the child leaves the residential program.
The Single Parent Program Description Provides residential care for single mothers and their children for a period up to 12 months. Housing is provided with low-cost rent on a graduated scale. Utilities are provided. The program consists of housing, case management, parenting skills training, on-site family therapy. Some financial assistance for medical costs, transportation, and education is also provided. Referrals to other community agencies are also provided. Residents must be drug-free for 3 years, have legal custody of their children, and have legal status as an adult. Children of residents must attend school if they are school-aged or be able to attend daycare. Residents are expected to find employment soon after entering the program. Families are followed for two years in our Aftercare Program after completion of the residential program.
19 The Outreach Program Description Provides referrals, small amounts of financial assistance (if funds are available), Becoming a Love and Logic Parent workshops, family therapy, and/or case management to residents of Denton and the surrounding area. Participation in this program is free. Services may be provided at a variety of locations.
The Consultation Program Provides information to churches (within and outside the Cumberland Presbyterian denomination) and other agencies to assist them in working with families from a strengths-based perspective. Churches or agencies who want to establish or expand outreach services can benefit from the expertise of CPCH staff. CPCH can also provide workshops on a variety of topics at churches and other agencies.
Denton County MHMR Center 381-5000 or 1-800-762-0157 A public government agency serving persons with mental illness and mental retardation. ADULT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES: Psychiatry and medication, crisis intervention, supported housing, case management, counseling and therapy, and community and family support programs. CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENT SERVICES: Counseling and referrals. MENTAL RETARDATION SERVICES: Residential, habilitation, respite, case management, and family support. SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES: Intensive and supportive outpatient services for adolescents in both Denton and Lewisville. Hours: Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
The Counseling Center of Denton 382-5328 State funded counseling services for “at risk youth” (0 to 17 yrs.) and their families. Hrs.: Call for information
Sharp Focus Counseling 381-5010 Christian counseling and mediation services Adult, child, and family counseling and substance abuse services
20 Starlite Recovery Center 1-800-292-0148 Drugs and alcohol for adolescent males and adult males and females. Center Point, Texas
Denton Treatment Center (940) 483-0644 Treatment for addiction to heroin and other opiates Call 5:30 am – 1 pm
Timberlawn Mental Health Systems Dallas, Texas (214) 381-7181 A UBH Provider
TWU Counseling and Family Development Clinic 898-2600 Counseling with individuals, couples, and families. Problems dealt with include child misbehavior, truancy, school failure and runaways. Rollercoasters: a 6 to 8 week program for children ages 5-12 experiencing disruption or change in their families due to changes in living arrangements, divorce, separation of parents or other family challenges. Sliding fee scale. Call for appointment. Evening appointments available. Office Hours: Mon. – Thurs., 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Faculty Coordinator: Dr. Glen Jennings
TWU Psychology Dept. Counseling Center 898-3801 Counseling with graduate students in psychology under faculty supervision. Sliding fee scale. Director: Dan Miller
UNT Child and Family Resource Clinic 565-2066 Fax: 565-2330 Email: [email protected] Web site: www.coe.unt.edu/cfr-clinic Services offered include interdisciplinary assessment; counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and family counseling; reading instruction; and parent education classes. Sliding fee available. Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00 am - 8:30 pm Director: Dr. Dee Ray
21 UNT Counseling and Human Development Center 565-2970 Fax: 565-2905 Services offered include counseling, couples, and families. Sliding fee available. Hours: Mon. – Thurs., 9 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
University Behavioral Health 940-320-8100 Mental Health & Chemical Dependency Care Children-Adolescent-Adults- Senior Adults Comprehensive Psychiatric Services- No Charge initial assessments Inpatient Crisis Stabilization Partial Hospitalization Program Intensive Outpatient Program Out Patient Referrals Community Education Continuing Education Programs Speakers Bureau
Emergency Food, Clothing & Shelter
Central Baptist Church 382-6969
Community Clothing Room 565-6353 Free clothing. Open Monday 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Wednesday 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 1st Saturday of each month 10 a.m. - 12 Noon
Community Food Center 382-0807 109 W. Sycamore Free emergency food. (limited to four times a year) Hrs.: M – F, 1 – 3 p.m. (except holidays), ID required.
Food Stamps-TX. Dept. of Human Resources 383-2371
22 Friends of the Family 382-7273 Emergency shelter for battered women and children or rape victims.
Friends of Family Thrift Shop 387-1750 Clothing and shoes for all ages. Small charge. Mon. – Fri., 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. & Sat. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Goodwill Industries 565-0398 Clothing, shoes, etc., small fee. Mon. – Fri., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
HOPE, Inc. 117 Sycamore, Denton, Texas 382-0609 To assist families with dependent children who are homeless or at risk, but have the desire and ability to become self-sufficient. Program offers finical assistance, transportation, childcare, budget, and goal setting. Executive Director: Barbara Atkins
Interfaith Ministries 109 W. Sycamore, Denton, Texas 565-5479 Social Security card required. Assistance on basis of need and emergency situation. Hours: M – F, 9 – 11 a.m. Administers Plus One City utility assistance Executive Director: Condell Garden
Lighthouse Mission Ministries 382-3797 Denton Baptist Temple Mon., Wed., Fri., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Our Daily Bread Presbyterian Church 300 W. Oak Offers food, clothing & hygiene products
23 Ruth's Room 591-7884 1721 North Carroll Blvd. Open from 10:00 am - 5:30 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Free Clothing
Salvation Army 566-3800 1508 E. McKinney Shelter for homeless women and children. Emergency shelter. M – F, 9 a.m. – 12n, 1 – 4 p.m
Singing Oaks Church of Christ 387-4355 101 Cardinal Drive Food Pantry: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Clothing: Tuesdays, 8:30 - 11:00 a.m.
St. Vincent de Paul’s House 380-0811
Vision Ministries of Denton Bible Church 387-8230 Call first, appointment required.
WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) 349-2930 Nutrition counseling and food assistance for pregnant women and children birth to 5 years old. By appointment only. Food voucher package available for homeless individuals. Director, Bryanne Jones M – Th., 8 a.m. – 12 n, 1 – 7 p.m.
Information & Referral
Christian Community Action 800-749-3595 Information - Referral - Support
24 Legal Aid of NW Texas 383-1406 Civil legal services for low income families and persons. Call for information.
Medical, Dental, Eyeglass
EMERGENCY – 911 Non-Emergency Police Number – 349-8181
Denton Regional Medical Center 384-3535 An acute care hospital that provides comprehensive women’s and children’s services, emergency care, and a wide array of outpatient diagnostic services.
Presbyterian Hospital 898-7000 An acute care hospital that provides comprehensive women’s and children’s services, emergency care, and a wide array of outpatient diagnostic services.
Denton County Health Department 349-2900 Income qualified, primary health, OB, well child EPSDT, HIV testing and counseling, early intervention medical assistance. Well child clinic for WIC qualified families. Pre-natal care (low-risk) WIC qualified and primary care for sick children on WIC or Medicaid or income qualified. Clinics by appointment only. Walk-in immunization clinic M – F, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Well Child Clinic Coordinator, Carol Wilson, R.N. Health Education: Wileen Hogan Executive Director: Bing Burton, Ph.D.
The People's Clinic 505 S. Locust 387-2020 Primary Health Care Sliding Fee Schedule. Bilingual Available. By Appointment Only. Same Day Appointments Available. Call for Appointment. Executive Director: Tim King
Interfaith Ministries 565-5479 Assistance with eyeglasses for school district students. Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 26 Denton Co. United Way Info. and Referral 566-5851 Phone referral services for people needing assistance in Denton Co. with health, human service, community support groups, etc. For Information call 8:30 a.m. – 12 n, 1 – 5 p.m. M – F (except holidays)
Denton Family Resource Center 566-1800 Information and referral throughout Denton County for family services. www.dfrc.org
Housing
City of Denton Community Development Office 349-7726 Fair housing information, homebuyer’s assistance. Call for information. M – F, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Denton Affordable Housing Corp. 484-7048 Non-profit organization. Information and assistance in acquiring housing. Executive Director, Jane Provo
Denton Housing Authority 383-1504 Provides referral for qualified applicants seeking low income housing assistance. Section 8 vouchers average 2 years waiting period. Those qualifying pay 30% of their income towards housing; the agency pays the rest. C.E.O., Ruby Allen Mister
Habitat for Humanity 484-5006 Helps people build/refurnish and purchase homes. Call for information. Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Executive Director: Angela Bills
Legal Assistance
Lawyer’s Referral Service, State Bar of TX 1-800-252-9690 Names and addresses of lawyers to consult concerning legal problems. Free.
25 Counseling Alternatives
COACHING – ALTERNATIVE SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES
Coaching helps parents with: • Taking the fight out of school work • Encouraging the discouraged child • Becoming empowered and confident
Coaching is a strategy to help students with: • Chronic disorganization • Distractibility • Procrastination • Feelings of failure • Realistic goal-setting
Coaching helps families with: • Seeing situations from each others’ perspectives • Keeping family life as an important goal • Identifying new strategies for a peaceful home • Establishing family meetings • Creating mutual respect, cooperation and open communication • Finding effective discipline while keeping self esteem
Coaching is an alternative to counseling. The process operates through questions, accountability, and support. Students can learn to set manageable goals and parents can develop reasonable expectations. Coaching furthers the action by helping the student or parent see and then take the next step towards moving beyond roadblocks. Coaching focuses on promise, not problems, on the future, not the past. For younger children, parent coaching helps parents deal with everyday issues with love, care and effective discipline. Topics can range from potty- training, temper tantrums and sibling rivalry to how to deal with bullies, bedtime routines and developing confidence.
Coaching strategically addresses barriers to personal success both in childhood and adult life. Chris Gallup Ph.D. Adolescents, Parents, Adult Coaching Substance Abuse, Smoking Cessation, Mood/Anxiety Disorders Angry Family Relations 214-577-0492 [email protected]
Debbie Farr, M.S.Ed. 972-294-1528 Parent Educator; Certified Active Parenting Leader Home visits for Parent Coaching Birth to Teen issues dealt with by working within the family.
27 Support Group Meetings
MONDAY
Show Me—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 9 a.m. for a closed discussion, noon for an open non-smoking discussion, 6 p.m. for smoking discussion, and 8 p.m. for a closed discussion. 2317 W. University Drive, Suite A3. (940) 566-9989.
Unity—group of Alcoholics Anonymous (nonsmoking) meeting weekly from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Medallion Room of Flow Hospital.
Alanon—Flower Mound meets at 10 a.m., Trinity Presbyterian Church, 2100 Kirkpatrick Road, Flower Mound. Child care provided.
Shalom Today—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at noon for an open discussion, 6 p.m. closed discussion, 8 p.m. open speaker and 10 p.m. open discussion. 5011 W. University Drive. (940) 383-8252.
Whole New Deal—Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7:30 p.m., St. Emmanuel Baptist Church, 728 Prairie St.
Serenity Alanon—Family Group meets at noon at First United Methodist Church, 201 S. Locust St. (940) 387-7237, (940) 566-4985 M-W-F 7:30 p.m., Rm. 108.
Humble Beginnings—group of Alcoholics Anonymous (nonsmoking, closed, literature) meets at 6 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 2200 N. Bell Ave.
PFLAG—4th Monday, 7:00 p.m., Trinity Presbyterian Church
TUESDAY
Show Me—group of Alcoholic Anonymous has an open discussion at 9 a.m., Step (12 & 12) non-smoking, noon, and 6 p.m. open discussion (smoking). 2317 W. University Drive, Suite A3. (940) 566-9989.
Serenity Alanon—Family Group and Alateen meet at 7:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church.
Whole New Deal—Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7:30 p.m., St. Emmanuel Baptist Church, 728 Prairie St.
Show Me Alanon—meets at 8 p.m. at 2317 W. University Drive, Suite A3.
Salvage—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets for a non-smoking, open meeting of AA/Alanon Family Group, 8 p.m. First Baptist Church, Farm-to-Market 156, Ponder. (940) 479-2399.
28 Shalom Today—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 9 a.m. for an open meeting, noon for an open non-smoking discussion and 6 p.m. for Step (12 & 12) nonsmoking. 5011 W. University Drive. (940) 383-8252.
WEDNESDAY
Show Me—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 9 a.m. for a closed Big Book discussion, noon for an open non-smoking discussion, 6 p.m. for smoking discussion, and 8 p.m. for an open Step Speaker. 2317 W. University Drive, Suite A3. (940) 566-9989. Serenity Alanon—Family Group meets at noon at First United Methodist Church at 209 S. Locust St. Shalom Today—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at noon for a closed study 6 p.m. closed discussion, 8 p.m. closed study and 10 p.m. open discussion. 5011 W. University Drive. (940) 383-8252.
THURSDAY
Show Me—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 9 a.m. for an open discussion, noon for an open non-smoking discussion, 6 p.m. for a closed smoking Big Book discussion, and 8 p.m. for a closed Step Speaker. 2317 W. University Drive, Suite A3. (940) 566-9989.
Shalom Today—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at noon for a closed study, 6 p.m. closed discussion, 8 p.m. closed study and 10 p.m. open discussion. 5011 W. University Drive. (940) 383-8252. Unity—group of Alcoholics Anonymous (non-smoking) meets weekly from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Medallion Room of Flow Hospital.
FRIDAY
Show Me—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 9 a.m. for a closed Step (12 & 12), noon for an open non-smoking discussion, 6 p.m. for a closed smoking discussion, 8 p.m. for an open discussion and 10 p.m. for an open candlelight service. 2317 W. University Drive, Suite A3. (940) 566-9989.
Whole New Deal—Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7:30 p.m., St. Emmanual Baptist Church, 728 Prairie St.
Serenity Alanon—Family Group meets at non at First United Methodist Church at 201 S. Locust St.
29 Shalom Today—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at noon for a closed study, 6 p.m. closed discussion, 8 p.m. open study and 10 p.m. open discussion. 5011 W. University Drive. (940) 383-8252.
Humble Beginnings—group of Alcoholics Anonymous (non-smoking, closed, literature) meets at 7 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 2200 N. Bell Ave.
SATURDAY
Sante—Center for Healing hosts Narcotics Anonymous meeting at 7:30 p.m., 914 Country Club Road, in Westward Ho! Room. (940) 464-7222.
Show Me—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 9 a.m. for an open discussion, noon for an open non-smoking discussion, 6 p.m. for a closed smoking discussion, 8 p.m. for a closed literature discussion and 10 p.m. for an open candlelight service. 2317 W. University Drive, Suite A3. (940) 566-9989.
Shalom Today—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at noon for a closed men's meeting, 1:30 p.m. for a closed women's meeting, 6 p.m. closed discussion, 8 p.m. closed discussion and 10 p.m. open discussion. 5011 W. University Drive. (940) 383-8252.
SUNDAY
Show Me—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 11 a.m. for an open speaker meeting and 8 p.m. for an open beginner Step 1-2-3. Go to 2317 W. University Drive, Suite A3. (940) 566-9989.
Shalom Today—group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 11 a.m. for an open Step (12 & 12), 2:30 p.m. for a closed discussion, 6 p.m. closed discussion and 8 p.m. closed discussion. 5011 W. University Drive. (940) 383-8252.
30 For DISD Employees
If you or a member of your family answers “Yes” to any of these questions, help is available through the DISD Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
* Are others saying that you’re just “not yourself?”
* Are you reacting differently to routine situations or behaving unpredictably? Crying a lot or yelling at people close to you? Are you quick to anger, getting into arguments easily?
* Are you overcome with anxiety or a sense of fear, even though there seems to be no specific cause for concern?
* Do you often feel sad or blue, or simply dissatisfied with life?
* Are you using alcohol more than usual? And what’s usual for you? Have other commented on your drinking? If so, do you always have a ‘good excuse’ or get defensive?
* Are you using illegal drugs or abusing prescription drugs?
* Have you been taking pills to help you sleep? Or maybe to get started in the morning?
* Are personal problems causing strain in your relationships? Are you having difficulty with your marriage?
* Has your child been behaving differently—defensive, withdrawn or disinterested in family and school? Has he or she suddenly taken up with a different set of friends?
For general information about the DISD EAP, contact United Behavioral Health at 1-800-622-7276 or call Larry Mankoff at 369-0283 for information about Denton area counselors on the plan who can help with your problems. This program is a benefit for Denton ISD employees. All calls, referrals and cousneling are confidential. Your pursuit of help through this program is held in strict confidence. Funded in part through a grant provided by Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities. Revised for the 2005-2006 school year
This document may be found on the internet at: http://www.dentonisd.org click 'Departments' click 'Counseling Services'