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TDH SOCIAL WORK SERVICES & CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS (CSHCN) .. (512) 458-7111 ext. 3110 Or 1 (800) 252-8023
1601 Rutherford Lane #C-3
Austin, TX 78754
SERVICES: Provides Case Management services for low-income families who have a child with a chronic health condition or risk, plus pregnant women with a health condition or risk. Eligible for Case Management if receiving Medicaid or are low income. Also work with low-income families with children with a chronic health condition who are undocumented. Health coverage care program for low-income families with a chronic health condition. Provides services for children younger than 21 who have a chronic physical or developmental condition and for individuals of any age who have cystic fibrosis. Services include: comprehensive health care benefits, community based family support and wellness services, case management.
TELESERVE . 311 For Cell Phone use ....................... (512) 356-4249 SERVICES: APD documentation number for non-emergency situations. Documents information for callers pursuing legal cases/court ordered violations.
TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE BLIND .................... (800) 252-5204
4800 N. Lamar #100 ...................... (512) 459-2500
Austin, TX 78756 ........................ (512) 377-0544
Web site: www.tcb.state.tx.us
SERVICES: State Agency that includes an array of services for individuals with visual disabilities from birth to elderly. Includes support services for families with severely disable children, transitional services, vocational rehabilitation for adults, and independent living skills. No fees, but some services are contingent on economic circumstances of family.
TEXAS COMMISSION ON ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE ..................... (800) 832-9623..................... (512) 349-6600
9001 N. IH-35 Suite 105
Austin, TX 78753-5233
Web site: www.dshs.state.tx.us
SERVICES: Information on drugs and alcohol abuse, symptoms and referral to recovery/support programs. Bilingual information and intervention. Services are free.
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ......................... (800) 963-7111....................... (512) 458-7111
1100 West 49th St
Austin, TX 78756
Web site: www.tdh.state.ts.us
SERVICES: Public Health Commission, providing resources to Texas involving health and safety issues, birth/death records, health data, laws and regulations, certification for health care providers, Medicaid information and a variety of programs, services and publications.
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Web site: www.dhs.state.tx.us
1165 Airport Blvd. (78702) ....................... (512) 929-7330
1601 Rutherford Lane (78754)................... (512) 339-8868
724 Eberhart Lane (78745) .................. (512) 445-0022
SERVICES: Provides TANF, Medicaid and food stamps. Emergency assistance referrals
TEXAS GAS SERVICE (512) 465-1109
Website: http://www.texasgasservice.com
SERVICE: The ABC Plan allows customers to pay the same amount every month by averaging annual consumption. Typically, your gas bill is higher in the winter and lower in the summer. The ABC Plan allows you to pay the same amount each month for natural gas service. Easy to predict, easy on your budget and you pay no extra fees or costs to participate.
TEXAS INMATE FAMILIES ASSOCIATION, INC. (TIFA) P.O. Box 181253 Austin, TX 78718 Austin Chapter . ....................... (512) 459-1742 Hill Country NW Austin Chapter .................. (512) 388-0817 Web site: www.tifa.org SERVICES: Non-profit chapters all over Texas, for the support and education of families affected by having a loved one in the Texas Criminal Justice System. Community collaboration to ensure that problems of inmates families are addressed. Improve communications between prison officials and families; provide services to inmates seeking assistance on medical services and drug abuse issues. Summer camp for youth with incarcerated family members. Austin Chapter meets the 1st Tuesday of each month at the Age Building, 3710 Cedar St. Ste. 130 at 7:00pm. North Austin Chapter meets the 3rd Monday at First Baptist Church, 306 Round Rock Ave(620), Round Rock, TX at 7:00pm. TEXAS LAWYERS CARE/STATE BAR OF TEXAS ....................... (800) 204-2222 1414 Colorado, Suite 604 ........................ (512) 463-1463 Austin, TX 78701 Web site: www.texasbar.com SERVICES: Handles cases for low-income clients; provides information and referrals. TEXAS LOW-INCOME HOUSING INFORMATION SERVICE ........................ (512) 469-9802 1100 East 8th Street Austin, TX 78701 SERVICES: Work with neighborhood organizations, provide information regarding low-income housing. Web site: www.texashousing.org
TEXAS PARENT-TO-PARENT .. (512) 458-8600
3710 Cedar St. Box 12
Austin, TX 78705
Web site: http://www.txp2p.org
SERVICES: Provides free support and information for families of children with disabilities, chronic illness, and other special needs. Answers questions related to special education services, insurance issues, and more. Matches parents and caregivers, via email and phone, to trained volunteer supporting parents who have children with similar disabilities or concerns.
TEXAS REHABILITATION COMMISSION ........................ (512) 424-4000
Vocational Rehabilitation Program ...................... (800) 628-5115
4900 N. Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78751
Web site: www.rehab.state.tx.us
SERVICES: Many services available to eligible clients: Offers vocational rehabilitation services to adults with mental and physical disabilities to prepare for/find and keep employment. Assistance with independent living. (8:00 5:00 p.m., M-F) Spanish services available. Call for eligibility requirements and appointment.
TEXAS RIOGRANDE LEGAL AID ............................... (512) 447- 7707 2201 Post Rd.., Ste. 104 Web site: www.tria.org/austin.html SERVICES: Provides civil legal representation and advice to people with low income; you dont not have to live in rural area to receive assistance. Includes: family law; public benefits issues (Social Security, SSDI, SSI, Food Stamps, TANF, Medicaid and Medicare); housing problems; advice with consumer problems, such as fraud or bankruptcy; and wills, estate matters and other concerns of senior citizens. Does not handle any personal injury cases, represent people who are incarcerated, or handle criminal cases. An appointment is required. Attorney representation is free, but you may be asked to pay for court filing fees.
TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED....................... (800) 872-5273
1100 West 45th Street ......................... (512) 454-8631
Austin, TX 78756
Web site: www.tsbvi.edu
SERVICES: Education for children ages 5 and up with severe visual handicap. Training and workshops for families and professionals working with children ages 0-22 who are blind, visually impaired and/or deaf/blind. Call for information about eligibility and fees.
TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF (Admissions and Info) ......................... (512) 462-5412
1102 South Congress Ave. ................................ (512) 462-5353
Austin, TX 78704
Web site: www.tsd.state.tx.us
SERVICES: Education for hearing-impaired individuals from 0 22 years. This includes an early childhood program. Call for information regarding eligibility and fees.
THE AUSTIN PROJECT . ....................... (512) 929-3545 5221 Ledesma Austin, TX 78721 Web site: www.theaustinproject.org SERVICES: Academic Improvement Program supporting teachers and schools in implementing best practices for teaching math, science and technology; Academically enriching after school program for students available; Early Literacy Program--new literacy program directed at children 0-3 years.
TRAVIS COUNTY AFTERSCHOOL NETWORK (TCAN) ..(512) 502-0681
Web site: www.tcafterschool.org
SERVICE: Website features a database of referrals to childcare, counseling, food, etc. in Travis County
TRAVIS COUNTY DEPT. OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AND VETERANS SERVICES SERVICES: Housing and Weatherization services to low-income Travis County residents. Limited financial assistance available for basic human needs; rent/mortgage, utilities, food, prescriptions/medical supplies, transportation, indigent burials, clothing and referrals to other public assistance programs. Services provided according to zip codes. Call for appointment, case management assistance available. Assistance denial letters can be obtained for verification with other agencies. Emergency and Disaster assistance, and work assistance programs available. Call one of the following locations for service availability. Palm Square 100 N. IH 35, Suite 1000 (78702) ...................... (512) 854-4120 South 2201 Post Road Suite 200 (78704) ..................... (512) 854-9130 Oak Hill 5446 Hwy. 290 West, #203 (78735) ................... (512) 892-0226 Manor 600 West Carrie Manor (78653) ......................... (512) 272-5561 Del Valle 3518 FM 973, Del Valle (78617) ......................... (512) 247-4407 Jonestown 18649 Hwy. 1431, #6-A (78645) ....................... (512) 267-3245 Pflugerville 15803 Windermere, Suite 300 (78660) ................ (512) 251-4168 Travis County Neighborhood Centers:
SERVICES: The neighborhood centers below are located in Travis County, outside of Austin. They provide limited emergency financial assistance with rent, mortgage, utilities and prescriptions. Each center has a food pantry and clothing closet. They also provide WIC services, Senior Lunch Program and referrals to other agencies.
Web site: www.ci.austin.tx.us/health/n_hood_centers.htm
North Rural Community Center (Pflugerville) ..(512) 251-4168
15803 Windermere Dr. #300 corner of FM 1825 & Windermere Shopping Center
East Rural Community Center (Manor) .(512) 272-5561
600 W. Carrie Manor St. Corner of FM 973 & W. Carrie Manor St.
South Rural Community Center (Del Valle) ..(512) 244-4407
3518 FM 973 South of corner of Hwy. 71 & FM 973
West Rural Community Center (Oak Hill) .(512) 892-0226
5446 Hwy. 290 W., #203 Near Hwy. 290 West and Industrial Oaks
Northwest Rural Community Center (Jonestown) .(512) 267-3245
18649 FM 1431, #6A. Near corner of FM 1431 and Park Rd.
Travis County Extension Services (512) 854-9600
1600 Smith Road
Austin, Texas 78721
Web Site: http://fcs.tamu.edu
SERVICES: Offers practical information for families: raising children, housing and environment, eating well, managing money and staying healthy.
TX Department of Protective & Regulatory Services Abuse & Family Violence Hotline (24 Hrs.) ...........................................(800) 252-5400
Please note: It is a law in the State of Texas that suspected child abuse and/or neglect must be reported.
Web site: www.tdprs.state.tx.us/
SERVICES: Adult Protective Services, Child Abuse and Family Violence hotline. Receives and investigates all abuse and neglect complaints. Information and Referral Services available. Bilingual services.
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