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The following list is intended to serve as a quick guide to many of the resources available in the Concho Valley area for former foster children transitioning to independent living. If you can’t find what you need here, please consult one of the websites listed below or call the Concho Valley Transition Center.
GENERAL ASSISTANCE
CONCHO VALLEY TRANSITION CENTER, Concho Valley Home for Girls, 412 Preusser, San Angelo, (325) 653-3821 TLS services, food pantry, computer and internet access, scanner and printer, varying stock of donated items.
Texas Youth Connection Website: http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/txyouth/default.asp Information on wide range of subjects involving transition to independent living, with many helpful links. Texas Youth Hotline http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Youth_Hotline/default.asp Call 211 for help in finding appropriate resources. City Social Services now located at the Concho Valley Community Action Agency, 36 W. Twohig in the basement of Wells Fargo building, (325) 653-2411. *City Social Services can assist with rent and utility payments, crisis intervention
The following agencies may provide services such as food, clothing, furnishings, and financial assistance with such things as rent and utility payments. Each also operates a thrift store. Apply for aid at the numbers given
Christians in Action, 555 East 6th, San Angelo. www.christiansinaction.us. Email info@christiansinaction.us; Agency phone (325) 655-5127, thrift store (325) 655-1834 * offer rent assistance, food, furniture, clothing
Catholic Outreach Services (COS), (325) 658-4124, thrift store at 410 N.Chadbourne. *offer rent assistance utility payment assistance, food, clothing
Rust Street Ministries, 803 Rust Street, (325) 486-1004 offers clothing, furniture, food and counseling, assistance with addiction issues
HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION
San Angelo Public Housing Authority, (325)-481-2500 Provide HUD information and applications for youth.
Salvation Army, Red Shield Lodge provides temporary shelter for homeless, 2 free nights each night after is $13.00. You can call (325) 655-6981 during the day after five you can call (325) 227-4679.
Medical Transportation- can help you get to an appointment if notified within reasonable time frame. 1-877-633-8747
Concho Valley Transit District operates city buses. For bus routes and schedules, go to www.cvcog.org and click on Transportation tab. Monthly passes are $15.00 if you are a student or if you present a Medicaid card. Passes can be purchased at the Santa Fe Depot, FMI call 947-8729.
EMPLOYMENT
Texas Workforce Solutions, 653-2321, 202 Henry O. Flipper St. Job placement, testing, counseling, WIA, assistance with job searching, all employment needs.
Workintexas.com Look for jobs, post your resume on line
Job Corps. A list of Job Corps Centers in Texas is included in the opposite pocket of this folder.
Monster.com Look for jobs HEALTH
*For transitional Medicaid information or questions please contact Angie Campos: Angie Campos Phone: (512) 908-9612 Fax: (800) 248-1078 Business hours: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Angie.campos@hhsc.state.tx.us
Medicaid Transportation: 1-800-252-8263 if you need assistance with transportation to a Doctor appointment.
TGC Indigent Health Care, (325) 659-6504
La Esperanza Health Centers 2033 W. Beauregard, 1610 S. Chadbourne, (325) 658-5339. Medical and dental service Shannon Hospital, 120 E. Harris Ave, (325) 653-6741
San Angelo Community Medical Center, 3501 Knickerbocker, (325) 949-9511
River Crest Hospital, (325) 942-5722, 1-800-5722. Specializes in treatment of emotional, behavioral, and addiction problems.
City Health Department (325) 677-4214, immunizations.
San Jacinto School Health Clinic, immunizations, school physicals, medical services for children aged birth to 18.
Alcohol & Drug Abuse Council (325) 224-3481, 1-800-7418. Education, intervention, treatment for alcohol and drug addiction.
Planned Parenthood, 2010 Pecos, (325) 944-1909.
Concho Valley Rape Crisis Center, (325) 658-8888
Family Planning, (325) 944-9274
West Texas Rehabilitation Center, (325) 223-6300
FOOD
Project Dignidad. 314 W. Ave. N, San Angelo, (325) 658-7885 *Usually gives enough food for 5 days.
Wesley Daily Bread Soup Kitchen, 301 W 18th St., San Angelo, (325) 653-9028
WIC Program, food for eligible pregnant women, infants, children up to age 5. Contact City Social Services, (325) 653-2411 or 1-800-942-3678 To find a nearby WIC site go to http://txhealth.ziplocator.com/
Food Stamps. Tom Green County 622 S. Oakes, (325) 655-0576. Crockett Co, 325-382-5232. McCulloch Co., 325-597-0751. Nolan Co, 3254023508401. Reagan Co. 325-884-3245. Runnels ?Co. 325-0365-2564 Sutton Co. 325-387-5066
Christians in Action, 555 East 6th, San Angelo www.christiansinaction.us Email info@christiansinaction.us; Agency phone (325) 655-5127, thrift store (325) 655-1834 * has food pantry.
Catholic Outreach Services (COS), (325) 658-4124, thrift store at 410 N. Chadbourne * has food pantry at 410 N. Chadbourne
Salvation Army, 215 Gillis Street, (325) 655-6981, www.salvationarmysanangelo.org also provides temporary shelter at the Red Shield Lodge. Thrift store at 209 Gillis St * serves a hot lunch from 12:00-12:40 every day, and serves a sack lunch from 5:00 pm-6:00 p.m. daily at 215 Gillis Street.
Rust Street Ministries, 803 Rust Street (325) 486-1004 Also offers counseling, assistance with addiction issues. * has food pantry.
EDUCATION
Angelo State University, 2601 W. Ave N, is part of the Texas Tech system. FMI see www.angelo.edu. Mrs. Suzie Dusek, Student Success Coordinator in the College of Business and a former member of the CVHG Board of Directors, takes a special interest in former foster children enrolled at ASU and would be happy to offer advice if you have a problem she might help with.. Call her at (325) 942-2337 or email sdusek@angelo.edu.
Howard College, 3501 N. US Hwy 67, (325) 481-8350, www.howardcollege.edu. College preparatory classes, instruction in technical occupational fields, leading to certificates or associate in applied science degrees
American Commercial College, 3177 Executive Dr, (325) 942-6797, www.americancommercialcollege.com. Office support, computer and c0omputer repair, IT training, accounting, data entry, etc.
FAFSA Free application for Financial Aid go to www.fafsa.ed.gov Education and Training Voucher Program: for information or questions see below: Whitney Vela, MA Education and Training Voucher Program Director BCFS San Antonio Transition Center 4415 Piedras Dr. W Ste. 100| San Antonio, Texas 78228 Office 1-877-268-4063 |fax 210-208-5605|cell 210-410-9974 Website www.bcfs.net/etv
Elizabeth Arizpe
earizpe@bcfs.net or 210-240-6573.
MONEY
Attorney General regarding child support. 325-653-7326
Consumer Credit Counseling Services, 1-800-374-2227
Banks and Credit Unions. If you plan to open a checking or savings account with a financial institution, you will need to provide documentation of your identity. Call in advance to see what is required
* Talk with your PAL Aftercare Caseworker for the Banks in your area that will better suit you.
MISCELLANEOUS
Newbridge Family Shelter, (325) 655-5774, 1-800-749-8631. Shelter, counseling, information and assistance available.
Social Security Office, (325) 949-4608
Head Start Blackshear, (325) 658-7442; Day, 3028 N Oakes, (325) 481-3345; Rio Vista, 510 W. Ave Z, (325) 653-3605
Legal Aid Legal Aid of Northwest Texas (lanwt.org). Website describes services offered and income eligibility 1-800-284-5180. Local office at 17 S. Chadbourne, Ste 504, (325) 653-6982. Hours 9-11:30, 1-4 every Thursday. No appointment required.
Pregnancy Help Center 2525 Sherwood Way, (325) 944-1515. Free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, counseling, parenting classes, free maternity clothing and baby clothing.
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