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Galveston County Children and Youth Services Directory

Services Available to Galveston County Children and Families

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For More Information Please Contact:

The Children’s Services Board of Galveston County 722 Moody, 3rd Floor Galveston, TX 77550 Phone: (409) 770-5508 Visit our Website at: www.galvestoncountytx.gov 2015

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Galveston County Compliments of The Children’s Services Board of Galveston County

Children and Youth Services Directory www.galvestoncountytx.gov

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Table of Contents

About The Children’s Services Board ………………… 3

About Our Community …………………………………… 4

24 Hour Emergency Hotlines …………………………… 5

Types of Services Offered ……………………………… 6

Services Offered By Organizations …………………… 7

Alphabetical Listing of Organizations ……………… 14

Detailed Organization Listings ……………………… 19

Directory Addition and Update Form ……………… 45



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The Children’s Services Board of Galveston County

About Us

Our Board has been active in the community for many years. The Children’s Services Board of Galveston County is dedicated to addressing the issues facing our youth and families in Galveston County. Our goal is to let the community know of the services offered in our area and to find any gaps in needed services for our citizens. We will also continue our efforts to prevent child abuse in our communities by supporting our service providers and reaching out to our communities. We also support and fund the needs of our children in foster care.

Our Mission

To provide community outreach services directed toward improving the care and welfare of the children of Galveston County with special emphasis on Foster Care.

How We Can Help

Our Board Members understand the struggles for families and community agencies to find the resources that they may need. We compiled this Directory in an effort to help people in our community find the supports and resources available to them.



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About Our Community

About Galveston County

Galveston County is an important resource for Texas. Our citizens work hard to help improve the lives of other Texans through our ports, industrial resources, and schools. Our County has a rich history as a popular tourist destination due to our beautiful landscape and ocean views. Galveston County will continue to be a valuable part of Texas.

About Our Families

The citizens of Galveston County are a very diverse mix of cultures and values. Our families and children have many services available to them in time of need. Our County works hard to ensure our citizens are cared for and have their basic needs met. The Children’s Services Board is a part of Galveston County that helps to bring our citizens to the resources needed and supports Galveston County children in foster care. The children and families of Galveston County are very important to us. We will strive to serve our families and better the lives of our children and youth.



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24 Hour Emergency Hotlines *If you are in need of Immediate Police or EMS Response, Dial 911*

Bay Area Turning Point Service Hotline: 281-286-2525 Assistance services to victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault/abuse

Crisis Hotline of Galveston County: 409-741-8255

Trained phone counselors offer crisis and phone counseling for any problem or crisis

Crisis Intervention of Houston Hotline: 713-HOTLINE (713-468-5463) Counseling hotline (Depression, Violence, Alcoholism, Suicide, Drug Abuse, etc.)

Gulf Coast MHMR Crisis Hotline: 866-729-3848 Support and counseling for substance abuse and mental health emergencies

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children Hotline: 800-843-5678 Nationwide reporting and support for families of missing and/or exploited children

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-SAFE (800-799-7233) Support, counseling and refuge for victims of domestic abuse or sexual assault

National Runaway Safeline: 800-RUNAWAY (800-786-2929) Crisis hotline for youth for prevention of and/or assistance after running away from home

Rape/Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline: 713-528-7273 Confidential support and assistance for those that have experienced domestic and/or sexual violence

Resource & Crisis Center Intervention Hotline: 409-765-7233 Assistance and counseling for those seeking help for sexual and/or domestic violence

Suicide Crisis Line: 800-784-2433 Crisis and suicide prevention counseling for individuals experiencing thoughts of suicide

Teen Hotline: 713-529-TEEN (713-529-8336) Peer crisis and phone counseling for teens and youth (Depression, Violence, Alcoholism, Suicide, Drug Abuse, etc.)

Texas Abuse/Neglect Hotline: 800-252-5400 For reporting abuse, neglect, or exploitation of children, the elderly or the disabled

Texas HIV/AIDS Hotline: 800-299-2437 HIV/AIDS counseling and support

Texas Poison Center (Southeast ) Hotline: 800-222-1222 24-hour poison prevention and emergency treatment information to Texas residents and healthcare providers

Texas Runaway Hotline: 888-580-HELP (888-580-4357) Dedicated counselors helping youths and families in runaway situations



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Types of Services Offered

Child Care Hotline Phone Numbers

Clothing Legal Assistance

Counseling Services Medical Care

Dental Services Mental Health Services

Employment Services Preventative Education

Federal/State Application Assistance Respite Care

Financial Assistance Shelters

Food Substance Abuse Recovery

GED Services Transportation



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Services Offered by Organizations

Child Care Counseling Services

Boys and Girls Club of Greater Houston Boys and Girls Harbor College of the Mainland Child Development Lab School Galveston Independent School District Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Moody Methodist Church Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School St. Mary’s Catholic Church & School St. Vincent’s House Start Smart Academy of La Marque Wright Cuney Recreation Center YMCA of Greater Houston

ADA Women’s Center Access Care of Coastal Texas, Inc Al-Anon Family Group Service Anchor Point – Adoption/Foster Education Anchor Point – Parenting & Pregnancy Centers Attention Deficit Disorders Association - South Region Autism Society - Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Bay Area Alliance for Youth & Families Bay Area Council on Drugs and Alcohol (BACODA) Bay Area Recovery Center Bay Area Turning Point, Inc Boys and Girls Harbor CASA of Galveston County Catholic Charities Child Advocacy Center of Galveston County Communities in Schools Program Community Youth Development Program Covenant House Texas Crisis Pregnancy Support Center of the Mainland, Inc Depelchin Children’s Center Early Childhood Intervention (ECI Launch) Family Service Center of Galveston County Galveston Island Family Crisis Center Gulf Coast Big Brothers & Big Sisters, Inc Gulf Coast Center Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Holy Family Parish of Galveston and Bolivar Hope Village Hospice Care Team

Clothing

Access Care of Coastal Texas, Inc Bay Area Turning Point, Inc Boys and Girls Harbor Child Advocacy Center of Galveston County Covenant House Texas Crisis Pregnancy Support Center of the Mainland, Inc Galveston Island Family Crisis Center HIS Ministries Interfaith Caring Ministries Lighthouse Christian Ministries M.I. Lewis Social Service Center Our Daily Bread Day Shelter - CHRISTUS Resource Crisis Center of Galveston County, Inc The Children’s Center, Inc The Salvation Army – Galveston/Texas City/La Marque



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Counseling Services (Continued) Dental Services Interfaith Caring Ministries Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas Krist Samaritan Center Legal Redress Program ( NAACP Houston Branch) Lighthouse Christian Ministries Mainland Children’s Partnership Mounting Horizons Center for Independent Living Nia Cultural Center Our Daily Bread Day Shelter - CHRISTUS Pathway to Recovery Resolve It, Inc Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County, Inc Sheltering Harbour Treatment Center Shriner’s Hospital for Children - Burn Institute St. Mary’s Catholic Church & School St. Vincent’s House Star of Hope (Women & Family Emergency Shelter) Sunshine Center, Inc Teen Health Clinics The ARC Gulf Coast The Children’s Center, Inc The Gulf Coast Trade Center The Jesse Tree The Salvation Army – Galveston/Texas City/La Marque Upward Bound Workforce Solutions Wright Cuney Recreation Center YMCA of Greater Houston

Coastal Health and Wellness Department of State Health Services (Special Needs) Galveston County Medical Society Health Resources and Services Administration Pediatric Dental Care Texas Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Texas HHS Commission – Healthy Texas Women University of Texas Medical Branch

Employment Services

Bay Area Turning Point, Inc Community Youth Development Program Covenant House Texas Galveston Island Family Crisis Center Gulf Coast Center Hope Village Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas La Marque Aid & Guidance Services Mounting Horizons Center for Independent Living Star of Hope (Women & Family Emergency Shelter) Sunshine Center, Inc The Gulf Coast Trade Center The Jesse Tree The Salvation Army – Galveston/Texas City/La Marque Workforce Solutions



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Federal/State Application Assistance Financial Assistance Access Care of Coastal Texas, Inc Bay Area Turning Point, Inc Bureau of Vital Statistics (Birth/Death Records) Child Advocacy Center of Galveston County Covenant House Texas Department of State Health Services (Special Needs) Early Childhood Intervention (ECI Launch) Galveston Island Family Crisis Center Gulf Coast Center Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Health Resources and Services Administration La Marque Aid & Guidance Services Lone Star Legal Aid Mainland Children’s Partnership Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County, Inc Social Security Administration Texas Attorney General – Child Support Division Texas ChalleNGe Academy Texas Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Texas HHS Commission - Healthy Texas Women The ARC Gulf Coast The Children’s Center, Inc The Gulf Coast Trade Center The Jesse Tree U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Victims of Crime Program WIC Program

Access Care of Coastal Texas, Inc Catholic Charities Covenant House Texas Crisis Pregnancy Support Center of the Mainland, Inc Health Resources and Services Administration Interfaith Caring Ministries La Marque Aid & Guidance Services Lifeline Program (Link-Up America) Lighthouse Christian Ministries Mainland Children’s Partnership M.I. Lewis Social Service Center Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County, Inc Social Security Administration St. Vincent’s House Texas Attorney General – Child Support Division Texas Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Texas HHS Commission - Healthy Texas Women The Salvation Army – Galveston/Texas City/La Marque United Way - Galveston & Mainland Upward Bound WIC Program Workforce Solutions



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Food Hotline Phone Numbers Access Care of Coastal Texas, Inc Crisis Pregnancy Support Center of the Mainland, Inc Galveston County Food Bank Galveston County Senior Services Galveston Island Family Crisis Center HIS Ministries Holy Family Parish of Galveston and Bolivar Interfaith Caring Ministries La Marque Aid & Guidance Services LIFE - Local Infant Formula for Emergencies Lighthouse Christian Ministries M.I. Lewis Social Service Center Moody Methodist Church Our Daily Bread Day Shelter – CHRISTUS Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County, Inc St. Mary’s Catholic Church & School Star of Hope (Women & Family Emergency Shelter) Texas HHS Commission - Healthy Texas Women The Children’s Center, Inc The Jesse Tree The Salvation Army – Galveston/Texas City/La Marque WIC Program

Bay Area Turning Point 24 Hr Hotline: 281-286-2525 Crisis Hotline of Galveston County: 409-741-8255 Crisis Intervention of Houston Hotline: 713-468-5463 Gulf Coast MHMR Crisis Hotline: 866-729-3848 Nat. Center for Missing Children: 800-843-5678 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 National Runaway Safeline: 800-786-2929 Rape/Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline: 713-528-7273 Resource & Crisis Center Hotline: 409-765-7233 Suicide Crisis Line: 800-784-2433 Teen Hotline: 713-529-8336 Texas Abuse/Neglect Hotline: 800-252-5400 Texas HIV/AIDS Hotline: 800-299-2437 Texas Poison Center Hotline: 800-222-1222 Texas Runaway Hotline: 888-580-4357

GED Services

Alvin Community College College of the Mainland M.I. Lewis Social Service Center Texas ChalleNGe Academy



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Legal Assistance Medical Care (Continued) Bay Area Turning Point, Inc CASA of Galveston County Catholic Charities Child Advocacy Center of Galveston County Gulf Coast Center Legal Redress Program ( NAACP Houston Branch) Lone Star Legal Aid Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County, Inc Texas Advocacy Project Texas Attorney General – Child Support Division The ARC Gulf Coast U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Victims of Crime Program

Interfaith Caring Ministries Mainland Medical Center - Women’s Center Clinic Prevent Blindness Texas (Southeast Region) Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County, Inc Sheltering Harbour Treatment Center Shriner’s Hospital for Children - Burn Institute St. Vincent’s House Teen Health Clinics Texas Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Texas Children’s Hospital Texas HHS Commission - Healthy Texas Women The Jesse Tree University of Texas Medical Branch

Medical Care Mental Health Services

Access Care of Coastal Texas, Inc Anchor Point – Adoption/Foster Education Anchor Point – Parenting & Pregnancy Centers Child Advocacy Center of Galveston County Coastal Health and Wellness Covenant House Texas Department of State Health Services (Special Needs) Early Childhood Intervention (ECI Launch) Galveston County Medical Society Gulf Coast Center Health Resources and Services Administration Hope Village Hospice Care Team

Attention Deficit Disorders Association - South Region Autism Society - Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Boys and Girls Harbor Coastal Health and Wellness Covenant House Texas Department of State Health Services (Special Needs) Family Service Center of Galveston County Galveston County Medical Society Gulf Coast Center Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Hope Village Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Krist Samaritan Center



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Mental Health Services (Continued) Preventive Education (Continued) Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County, Inc Sheltering Harbour Treatment Center Sunshine Center, Inc Teen Health Clinics Texas Children’s Hospital The ARC Gulf Coast The Gulf Coast Trade Center University of Texas Medical Branch

Gulf Coast Center Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas Krist Samaritan Center La Marque Aid & Guidance Services Legal Redress Program (NAACP Houston Branch) LIFE - Local Infant Formula for Emergencies Lighthouse Christian Ministries Mainland Children’s Partnership Mainland Medical Center - Women’s Center Clinic Mounting Horizons Center for Independent Living Nia Cultural Center Prevent Blindness Texas (Southeast Region) Resolve It, Inc Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County, Inc Sheltering Harbour Treatment Center St. Vincent’s House Teen Health Clinics Texas ChalleNGe Academy Texas HHS Commission - Healthy Texas Women The ARC Gulf Coast The Children’s Center, Inc The Gulf Coast Trade Center The Jesse Tree Upward Bound Victims of Crime Program YMCA of Greater Houston

Preventive Education

Access Care of Coastal Texas, Inc Bay Area Alliance for Youth & Families Bay Area Council on Drugs and Alcohol (BACODA) Bay Area Turning Point, Inc Boy Scouts of America - Bay Area Council Boys and Girls Club of Greater Houston Boys and Girls Harbor CASA of Galveston County Coastal Health and Wellness Communities in Schools Program Community Youth Development Program Covenant House Texas Crisis Pregnancy Support Center of the Mainland, Inc Depelchin Children’s Center Early Childhood Intervention (ECI Launch) Family Service Center of Galveston County Galveston Island Family Crisis Center Gulf Coast Big Brothers & Big Sisters, Inc



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Respite Care Substance/Alcohol Abuse Recovery

Hope Village Sheltering Harbour Treatment Center

Access Care of Coastal Texas, Inc Al-Anon Family Group Service ADA Women’s Center Bay Area Alliance for Youth & Families Bay Area Council on Drugs and Alcohol (BACODA) Bay Area Recovery Center Covenant House Texas Gulf Coast Center Our Daily Bread Day Shelter - CHRISTUS Pathway to Recovery Sheltering Harbour Treatment Center Star of Hope (Women & Family Emergency Shelter) The Gulf Coast Trade Center

Shelters

Bay Area Turning Point, Inc Boys and Girls Harbor Catholic Charities Covenant House Texas Depelchin Children’s Center Galveston Island Family Crisis Center Mounting Horizons Center for Independent Living Our Daily Bread Day Shelter - CHRISTUS Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County, Inc Sheltering Harbour Treatment Center St. Vincent’s House Star of Hope (Women & Family Emergency Shelter) The Children’s Center, Inc The Salvation Army – Galveston/Texas City/La Marque

Transportation

Access Care of Coastal Texas, Inc The ARC Gulf Coast Bay Area Turning Point, Inc Friendswood Connection Galveston County Senior Services Gulf Coast Center Connect Transit System Island Transit System - Dial-A-Ride/Handivan Mounting Horizons Center for Independent Living St. Vincent’s House



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Alphabetical Listing of Children and Youth Services

Organization’s Name, Address and Contact Number(s)

Service Organization Name Pg Service Address Phone

Access Care of Coastal Texas, Inc 19 707 23rd St, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-763-2437

ADA Women’s Center 19 201 1st Street, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-763-5516

Al-Anon Family Group Service 19 Various > Call for Nearest Location 713-683-7227

Alvin Community College 19 3110 Mustang Road, Alvin, Texas 77511 281-756-3500

Anchor Point – Adoption/Foster Education 20 103 Davis Rd, Ste B, League City, Texas 77573 800-712-4357

Anchor Point – Parenting & Pregnancy Centers 20 103 Davis Rd, Ste B, League City, Texas 77573 832-632-1221

Attention Deficit Disorders Association - South Region 20 12345 Jones Rd, Ste 287-7, Houston, TX 77070 281-897-0982

Autism Society - Texas Gulf Coast Chapter 20 PO Box 57865, Webster, Texas 77598 409-925-1869

Bay Area Alliance For Youth & Families 21 2145 W Nasa Blvd, Webster, Texas 77598 281-284-0370

Bay Area Council on Drugs & Alcohol (BACODA) 21 1300 A Bay Area Blvd, Ste 102, Houston, Texas 77058 800-510-3111

Bay Area Recovery Center 21 4316 Washington, Dickinson, Texas 77539 713-705-4490

Bay Area Turning Point, Inc 21 210 South Walnut St, Webster, Texas 77598 281-286-2525

Boy Scouts of America - Bay Area Council 22 3020 53rd St, Galveston, Texas 77551 409-744-5206

Boys & Girls Club of Greater Houston (J. Mitchell Branch) 22 4420 Ave P, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-763-2227

Boys and Girls Harbor 22 514 Bayridge Road, La Porte, Texas 77571 281-471-9622

Bureau of Vital Statistics (Birth/Death Records) 22 9850A EF Lowery Exwy A102, Texas City, Texas 77591 PO Box 939, La Marque, Texas 77568

409-763-7202 409-763-8531

CASA of Galveston County 23 2000 Texas Ave, Ste 641, Texas City, Texas 77590 409-572-2552

Catholic Charities 23 4700 Broadway, Ste G-101, Galveston, Texas 77551 1300A Bay Area Blvd, Houston, Texas 77058

866-649-5862

Child Advocacy Center of Galveston County 23 5710 Ave S ½, Galveston, Texas 77551 409-741-6000

Coastal Health and Wellness 23 9850-C EF Lowry Exwy, Texas City, Texas 77591 409-938-2234

College of the Mainland Child Development Lab School 24 1200 Amburn Rd, Texas City, Texas 77591 409-938-1211

Communities In Schools Program 24 2201 Market Street, Ste 715, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-765-5395

Community Youth Development Program 24 4700 Broadway, Ste B100 , Galveston, Texas 77551 409-621-1031

Covenant House Texas 24 1111 Lovett Blvd, Houston, Texas 77006 713-523-2231

Crisis Pregnancy Support Center of the Mainland, Inc 25 602 6th St North, Texas City, Texas 77590 409-945-2888



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Department of State Health Services (Special Needs) 25 P.O. Box 149347, Austin, Texas 78714-9347 800-252-8023

Depelchin Children’s Center 25 4950 Memorial Dr, Houston, Texas 77007 (Main Office) 713-730-2335

Early Childhood Intervention (ECI Launch) 25 304 Tanglewood, Dickinson, Texas 77539 281-534-6755

Family Service Center of Galveston County 26 2200 Market, Ste 600, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-762-8636

Friendswood Connection 26 PO Box 2290, Friendswood, Texas 77549 281-996-3359

Galveston County Food Bank 26 624 4th Avenue North, Texas City, TX 77590 409-945-4232

Galveston County Medical Society 26 PO Box 17077, Galveston, Texas 77552-7077 409-935-3000

Galveston County Senior Services 27 4102 Main St, La Marque, Texas 77568 409-770-6251

Galveston Independent School District 27 PO Box 660, Galveston, TX 77553 3904 Ave T, Galveston, TX 77550

409-766-5100

Galveston Island Family Crisis Center 27 PO Box 2600, Galveston, Texas 77553 409-621-1228

GED Classes (COM) Galveston / Mainland / Bay Area 27 Various > Call for Nearest Location 409-933-8294

Gulf Coast Big Brothers & Big Sisters, Inc 28 1413 Tremont St, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-763-4638

Gulf Coast Center 28 123 Rosenberg, Ste 6, Galveston, Texas 77550 (Admn) 409-763-2373

Gulf Coast Center Connect Transit System 28 Various > Call for Nearest Location 800-266-2320 409-945-0820

Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge 28 Various > Call for Nearest Location 866-763-6481

Health Resources and Services Administration 29 Access website for locations See Website

HIS Ministries 29 P.O. Box 1426, Santa Fe, Texas 77510 409-925-4697

Holy Family Parish of Galveston and Bolivar 29 1010 35th St Rear, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-762-9646

Hope Village 29 15403 Hope Village Road, Friendswood, Texas 77546 281-482-7926 281-482-1663

Hospice Care Team 30 Various > Call for Nearest Location 800-545-8738

Hotline Phone Numbers 30 Also see Page 5 for more information about hotlines Pg 5 & Pg 30

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) 30 Access website for locations See Website

Interfaith Caring Ministries 30 151 Park Avenue, League City, TX 77573 281-332-3881



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Island Transit System - Dial-A-Ride 31 3115 Market St, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-797-3909

Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas 31 2115 East Governors Circle, Houston, Texas 77092 713-682-4500

Krist Samaritan Center 31 17555 El Camino Real, Houston, Texas 77058 281-480-7554

La Marque Aid & Guidance Services 31 320 Laurel, La Marque, Texas 77568 409-938-7852

Legal Redress Program (NAACP Houston Branch) 32 2002 Wheeler Ave, Houston, Texas 77004 713-526-3389

LIFE Houston - Local Infant Formula for Emergencies 32 2002 S Wayside, Ste 113, Houston, TX 77023 713-528-6044

Lifeline Program 32 Access website for eligibility N/A

Lighthouse Christian Ministries 32 800 Grand Ave, Bacliff, Texas 77518 281-339-3033

Lone Star Legal Aid 33 2200 Market Ste 301, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-763-0381

Mainland Children’s Partnership 33 2000 Texas Ave Ste 601, Texas City, Texas 77590 409-643-8240

Mainland Medical Center – Women’s Center Clinic 33 6801 EF Lowry Exwy, Texas City, Texas 77591 409-938-5000

M.I. Lewis Social Service Center 33 215 FM 517 E, Dickinson, Texas 77539 281-534-2043

Moody Methodist Church 34 2803 53rd St, Galveston, Texas 77551 409-744-4526

Mounting Horizons Center for Independent Living 34 4700 Broadway, Ste E, Galveston, Texas 77551 888-307-9639

Nia Cultural Family Center 34 PO Box 1491 Galveston, TX 77553 409-765-7086

Our Daily Bread Day Shelter - CHRISTUS 34 2420 Winnie, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-765-6971

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School 35 10114 Hwy 6, Hitchcock, Texas 77563 409-925-3224

Pathway to Recovery 35 2119 Oak St, La Marque, Texas 77568 1224 Linton Dr, La Marque, Texas 77568

409-933-4366 979-549-0385

Pediatric Dental Care 35 2501 65th St, Galveston, Texas 77551 409-744-4551

Prevent Blindness Texas (Southeast Region) 35 2202 Waugh Dr, Houston, Texas 77006 713-526-2559

Resolve It, Inc 36 2951 Marina Bay Dr #265, League City, Texas 77573 281-538-1200

Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County, Inc 36 1802 Broadway Ste 122, Galveston, Texas 77550 888-919-7233

Rosenberg Library 36 2310 Sealy St, Galveston, Texas 77550-2220 409-763-8854

Sheltering Harbour Treatment Center 36 18722 Tomato St, Spring, Texas 77379 281-251-9004

Shriner’s Hospital for Children - Burns Institute 37 815 Market St, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-770-6600



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Social Security Administration – SSI Benefits 37 2835 Gulf Freeway South, League City, Texas 77573 866-299-3254 800-772-1213

St. Mary’s Catholic Church & School 37 1612 E Walker, League City, Texas 77573 281-332-3031 281-332-4014

St. Vincent’s House 38 2817 Post Office, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-763-8521

Star of Hope (Women & Family Emergency Shelter) 38 6801 Artmore, Houston, Texas 77054 419 Dowling, Houston, Texas 77003

713-748-7242 713-222-2200

Start Smart Academy of La Marque 38 525 Texas Ave, La Marque, Texas 77568 806 Carolyn, La Marque, Texas 77568

409-935-0406 409-933-0200

Sunshine Center, Inc 38 1726 21st St, Galveston, TX 77550 409-763-5029

Teen Health Centers 39 Various > Call for Nearest Location 409-766-5750 409-766-5713

Texas Advocacy Project 39 Access website for information 800-777-FAIR 888-296-SAFE

Texas Attorney General – Child Support 39 5300 FM 2004 Rd, La Marque, Texas 77568 800-252-8014

Texas ChalleNGe Academy 39 Various > Call for Nearest Location 877-822-0050

Texas Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) 40 PO Box 149024, Austin, Texas 78714-9024 877-543-7669

Texas Children’s Hospital 40 6621 Fannin St, Houston, Texas 77030 832-824-1000

Texas HHS Commission – Healthy Texas Women 40 PO Box 149024, Austin, Texas 78717-9024 877-541-7905

The ARC Gulf Coast 40 1600 E Highway 6, Ste 201, Alvin, TX 77511 281-388-1161

The Children’s Center, Inc 41 PO Box 2600, Galveston, Texas 77553 409-765-5212

The Gulf Coast Trade Center 41 143 Forest Service Rd 233, New Waverly, Texas 77358 936-344-6677

The Jesse Tree 41 PO Box 575, Galveston, Texas 77553 409-763-2233

The Salvation Army - Galveston 41 601 51st St, Galveston, Texas 77551 409-763-1691

The Salvation Army - Texas City/La Marque 42 4210 Texas Ave, Texas City, Texas 77591 409-935-1190

United Way - Galveston 42 2200 Market St, Ste 850, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-762-4357

United Way - Galveston County Mainland 42 922 14th St N, Texas City, Texas 77590 409-948-4211

University of Texas Medical Branch 42 301 University Blvd, Galveston, Texas 77555 409-772-1011



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Upward Bound 43 4015 Avenue Q R-286 C&D, Galveston, TX 77550 409-944-1253

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services 43 Various > Call for Nearest Location 800-375-5283

Victims of Crime Program – DA’s Office 43 Access website for information 877-894-8463

WIC Program (Women, Infants and Children) 43 4700 Broadway, Galveston, Texas 77551 409 763-7207

Workforce Solutions 44 3549 Palmer Hwy, Texas City, Texas 77590 409-949-9055

Wright Cuney Recreation Center 44 718 41st St, Galveston, Texas 77550 409-766-2140

YMCA of Greater Houston - Teen Programs 44 Various > Call for Nearest Location 713-659-5566



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Listing of Children and Youth Services Organization’s Info and Services Offered

Organization Name and Info Services Offered

Access Care of Coastal Texas, Inc Provides anonymous HIV testing (free), prevention counseling,

health education/risk reduction, HIV prevention education, clothing assistance, financial education/emergency assistance,

housing assistance, medication assistance program, transportation and volunteer services. Spanish speaking staff is

available.

Address: 707 23rd St, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-763-2437

Website: http://supportacct.org/default.asp

Email: [email protected]

ADA Women’s Center Provides licensed substance abuse treatment for medically indigent women in Galveston County. Development of tools for a clean and sober living for a healthier, happier future.

Address: 201 1st Street, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-763-5516

Website: adawomenscenter.org


Al-Anon Family Group Service Provides a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who

share their experience, strength, and hope in order to solve their common problems through group counseling.

Call for meeting times/locations or view meeting schedule:

http://www.houstonalanon.org/meetings.html

Address: Various > Call for Nearest Location

Phone/Fax: 713-683-7227

Website: www.texas-al-anon.org/meetings


Alvin Community College GED (General Education Development) Services. Info regarding GED class schedule at link below: www.alvincollege.edu/CEWD/ged.aspx

Address: 3110 Mustang Road, Alvin, Texas 77511

Phone/Fax: 281-756-3500 / 281-756-3531

Website: www.alvincollege.edu


http://supportacct.org/default.asp

mailto:[email protected]

http://adawomenscenter.org/


http://www.houstonalanon.org/meetings.html

http://www.texas-al-anon.org/meetings


http://www.alvincollege.edu/CEWD/ged.aspx

http://www.alvincollege.edu/




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Listing of Children and Youth Services Organization’s Info and Services Offered


Anchor Point – Adoption/Foster Education Provides services for those interested in foster/adoption. Services include courses for prospective families about how to

go about becoming an adoption/foster families, Pathway to

Hope Camp for families that have adopted/foster kids to help the family learn how to work with that child and help that child

ultimately thrive, a monthly support group, educational opportunities and available licensed social workers.

Address: 103 Davis Rd Suite B, League City, Texas 77573

Phone/Fax: 24 Hour Helpline 800-712-4357 / 832-632-1221

Website: www.anchorpoint.us


Anchor Point – Parenting Center & Pregnancy Center Provides services for parents, expecting mothers and/or children under the age or 1 yr. Services include free pregnancy

testing/ultrasounds to those who qualify, options counseling, resource referral, case management through child’s 1st year,

mentors for moms & dads, 12 weeks of prenatal classes, 12 weeks of parenting classes after the child is born, material

assistance and licensed social workers.

Address: Parenting CTR: 1905 Capri Lane, Seabrook, Texas 77586 Pregnancy CTR: 103 Davis Rd Suite B, League City, TX 77573

Phone/Fax: 832-632-1221 - Call for appointment or visit website

Website: www.takeholdofthehope.org


Attention Deficit Disorders Association - Southern Region

Provides a resource network that support individuals impacted by ADHD and related conditions and to advocate for the development of community resources.

Address: 12345 Jones Rd, Ste 287-7, Houston, TX 77070

Phone/Fax: 281-897-0982 Fx 281-894-6883

Website: www.adda-sr.org


Autism Society - Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Provides meetings based on various autism-related topics Held every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7pm at: Bay Area United Way Building (Conf. Room A) 1300-A Bay Area Blvd Houston, Texas 77058

Address: PO Box 57865, Webster, Texas 77598

Phone/Fax: 409-925-1869

Website: www.autism-society.org/chapter605


http://www.anchorpoint.us/


http://www.takeholdofthehope.org/


http://www.adda-sr.org/


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Listing of Children and Youth Services

Organization’s Info and Services Offered


Bay Area Alliance for Youth & Families A coalition made up of made up of youth and adults speaking

and acting to bring about a healthier community by: Organizing a community effort to address underage

drinking and other drug use; Increasing community awareness of substance abuse;

Decreasing access to alcohol/drugs in community

Address: 2145 W Nasa Blvd, Webster, Texas 77598

Phone/Fax: 281-284-0370 Fx 281-284-9953

Website: www.ccisd.net/departments/student-personnel-services/bay-area-alliance

Email: [email protected]; [email protected]

Bay Area Council on Drugs & Alcohol (BACODA) Provides screenings/assessments, brief motivational interviewing/counseling & referral services to individuals with potential substance abuse disorders. Counseling is available to family.

Address: 1300 A Bay Area Blvd, Ste 224, Houston, Texas 77058

Phone/Fax: Toll Free 1-800-510-3111 / Fx 281-218-6604

Website: bayareacouncilondrugsandalcohol.homestead.com


Bay Area Recovery Center A residential and extended care facility providing relief from and

treatment for alcohol and chemical drug dependency. Five facilities within close proximity of each other provide a

comfortable and inviting atmosphere for the treatment. Fully licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services.

Address: 4316 Washington, Dickinson, Texas 77539

Phone/Fax: 713-705-3457 24 Hour Help Line / 281-924-9846

Website: www.bayarearecovery.com

Bay Area Turning Point, Inc Community based social service agency providing a variety of assistance services to men, women and children who have

experienced victimization relating to domestic violence and/or

sexual assault/abuse. Services include prevention education, counseling, support groups, shelter, legal advocacy,

career/educational advisement and a 24 Hour Hotline.

Address: 210 South Walnut St, Webster, Texas 77598

Phone/Fax: 281-286-2525 24 Hrs / 281-338-7600 Fx 281-557-0290

Website: www.bayareaturningpoint.org


http://www.ccisd.net/departments/student-personnel-services/bay-area-alliance




http://www.bayarearecovery.com/

http://www.bayareaturningpoint.org/




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Boy Scouts of America - Bay Area Council Serves all youth through a value based program of character education, citizenship development, building self-esteem of self-reliance, team work leadership development with the use of the outdoors as a classroom. Promotes mentorship of servant leadership.


Phone/Fax: 409-744-5206 Fx 409-744-7850

Website: www.bacbsa.org

Resource: www.scouting.org

Boys & Girls Club of Greater Houston “Johnny Mitchell Branch” Provides activities for children and youth (Ages 7- 17 yrs) Free membership including transportation to facility. Activities

include educational/recreational programs, sports and tutoring. For Galveston Club Info visit:

www.bgclubs-houston.org/pdfs/Galveston-Fact-Sheet--

wSummer-Rev_-7_3_13.pdf

Address: 4420 Ave P, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-763-2227 Fx 409-765-8615

Website: www.bgclubs-houston.org

Boys and Girls Harbor Provides care for children & families in crisis experiencing family

hardship, neglect, abandonment or abuse. The Harbor is a family environment that strives to help children learn to

overcome self-destructive patterns, break cycles of abuse, develop social skills, learn responsibility, & work towards

becoming healthy, happy and productive members of society.

Address: 514 Bayridge Road, La Porte, Texas 77571

Phone/Fax: 281-471-9622

Website: www.boysandgirlsharbor.org

Bureau of Vital Statistics (Birth/Death Records)

Birth certificate/death certificate and other document copies. View website for fees and applications.

Address: 9850A EF Lowery Exwy Ste A102 Texas City, Texas 77591

Phone/Fax: 409-763-7202 / 409-763-8531

Website: www.gchd.org/vitals/index.htm

http://www.bacbsa.org/

http://www.scouting.org/

http://www.bgclubs-houston.org/pdfs/Galveston-Fact-Sheet--wSummer-Rev_-7_3_13.pdf

http://www.bgclubs-houston.org/pdfs/Galveston-Fact-Sheet--wSummer-Rev_-7_3_13.pdf

http://www.bgclubs-houston.org/

http://www.boysandgirlsharbor.org/

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CASA of Galveston County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Galveston County is a non-profit organization which provides trained, court-

appointed volunteers to serve as advocates for the best interests of abused and neglected children in Galveston County.

To become an advocate visit www.BecomeACASA.org

Address: 2000 Texas Ave, Suite 641, Texas City, Texas 77590

Phone/Fax: 409-572-2552 Fx 409-572-2553

Website: www.casagalveston.org


Catholic Charities Provides a comprehensive network of social services aimed at promoting and facilitating self-sufficiency. Assistance with basic

needs, counseling, AIDS ministry, pregnancy services, refugee resettlement, seniors, immigration legal services, affordable

home ownership initiative, transitional housing for victims of

domestic violence, veterans assistance, adoption services, foster care & transitional environment for unaccompanied minors.

Address: 4700 Broadway, Ste G-101, Galveston, Texas 77551 1300A Bay Area Blvd, Houston, Texas 77058

Phone/Fax: 1-866-649-5862 Toll Free; 409-762-2064

Website: www.catholiccharities.org

Resource: www.catholiccharities.org/galveston

Child Advocacy Center of Galveston County Non-profit organization that provides a child friendly

environment for the evaluation of child abuse. The goal of the center is to reduce the trauma of assaults on children by

providing quality interviews, crisis counseling and medical examinations.

Address: 5710 Ave S ½, Galveston, Texas 77551

Phone/Fax: 409-741-6000 Fx 409-741-6004

Website: www.galvestoncac.org

Coastal Health and Wellness Provides primary care offered for persons of all ages, physicals required for participation in school athletics, basic early prenatal

care offered to pregnant women with low risk pregnancies,

counseling services for mild-to-moderate mental health conditions and basic dental services.

Please call for appointments

Address: 9850-C EF Lowry Exwy, Texas City, Texas 77591 4700 Broadway F100, Galveston, Texas 77551

Phone/Fax: 409-938-2234 / 281-309-0255 (Call for appointments)

Website: www.coastalhw.org


http://www.becomeacasa.org/

http://www.casagalveston.org/


http://www.catholiccharities.org/

http://www.catholiccharities.org/galveston

http://www.galvestoncac.org/

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College of the Mainland Child Development Lab School Child care services; NAEYC accredited 1/31/2009 College of the Mainland offers a reduced fee Pre School for children ages 3 - 5 yrs old Summer programs. Also available for older children; call for information

Address: 1200 Amburn Rd, Texas City, Texas 77591

Phone/Fax: 409-938-1211 / 888-258-8859 Fx 409-938-1306

Website: fammed.utmb.edu/healthcare/community-resources/directory/College-of-the-Mainland-Child-

Development-Lab-School

Communities in Schools of Galveston County The CIS Program serves eight-8 schools in Galveston County by

working closely with schools, social services, businesses and many volunteers to get the youth the things they need to learn

and grow: mentors/tutors, after-school help and family services to stabilize the home. Without these basic supports, children in

need or at-risk of dropping out of school are far less likely to succeed and grow into productive adults.

Address: 2201 Market Street, Ste 715, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-765-5395

Website: galveston.communitiesinschools.org


Community Youth Development Program Provides services such as academic support, career preparation,

job-shadowing, mentoring, recreation and youth leadership

development. The Community Youth Development Programs include the Boys & Girls Club - Power Hour, G.R.E.A.T. (Great,

Responsible, Educated Associated Teens) Youth Advisory Committee and Late Night Teen Center and Galveston

Independent School District - Juvenile Path to Success

Address: 4700 Broadway, Ste B100 , Galveston, Texas 77551

Phone/Fax: 409-621-1031 Fx 409-621-1502

Website: thechildrenscenterinc.org/community-youth-development


Covenant House Texas Provides services for homeless, abandoned and abused youth including a crisis shelter, free medical care, case management,

mental health & substance abuse counseling, educational/

vocational training, life skills training, transitional living program, a permanent housing program, spiritual guidance/counseling,

street outreach services, a runaway prevention program and an aftercare program.

Address: 1111 Lovett Blvd, Houston, Texas 77006

Phone/Fax: 713-523-2231; After 3pm 713-630-5601

Website: www.covenanthousetx.org/

Hotline: 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929)

http://fammed.utmb.edu/healthcare/community-resources/directory/College-of-the-Mainland-Child-Development-Lab-School



http://galveston.communitiesinschools.org/


http://thechildrenscenterinc.org/community-youth-development/


http://www.covenanthousetx.org/



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Crisis Pregnancy Support Center of the Mainland, Inc Provides support to young women who are experiencing

unplanned pregnancies with a meaningful support program for women of all ages, ethnicity & backgrounds. All services are

confidential and are provided free for women who are pregnant and for mothers with children less than three years of age.

Address: 602 6th St North, Texas City, Texas 77590

Phone/Fax: 409-945-2888

Website: www.cpscm.org

Department of State Health Services

Children with Special Health Care Needs Program Provides services for children with special health-care needs and people of any age with cystic fibrosis. The program helps clients

with medical, dental and mental health care; special therapies; case management; family support services; travel to health care

visits, insurance premiums and transportation of deceased

clients.

Address: P.O. Box 149347, Austin, TX 78714-9347

Website: www.dshs.state.tx.us/cshcn

Hotline: 1-800-252-8023 Toll Free

DePelchin Children’s Center Provides prevention services, parent education, individual, family

& group counseling, transitional living program for homeless

young mothers, foster care, adoption, post adoption support services & residential treatment for children. Other locations:

Clear Lake 281-282-6062 / Baytown 281-427-1300 Katy 281-398-1045

Address: 4950 Memorial Dr, Houston, Texas 77007 (Main Office)

Phone/Fax: 713-730-2335 Fx 713-802-3801 713-582-7129 24 Hour

Website: www.depelchin.org


Early Childhood Intervention (ECI Launch) Texas Department of Assistance and Rehabilitative Services

Provides services that help children, newborn to three years, grow and learn while working with families to plan services based on their concerns. Services include developmental services, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, counseling, nutrition services & vision/hearing screening.

Address: 304 Tanglewood, Dickinson, Texas 77539

Phone/Fax: 281-534-6755 Fx 281-534-4270

Website: www.utmb.edu/eci


http://www.cpscm.org/

http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/cshcn/

http://www.depelchin.org/


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Family Service Center of Galveston County Provides comprehensive outpatient mental health counseling services along with various programs such as the Individual & Family Counseling Program, the Services To At-Risk Youth (STAR) Program, the Juvenile Justice Program, the Oasis Program and the Community Support Services Program.

Address: 2200 Market, Ste 600, Galveston, Texas 77550 2401 Termini St, Ste C, Dickinson, Texas 77539

Phone/Fax: 409-762-8636 / 281-576-6366 Fx 409-762-4185

Website: www.fscgal.org


Friendswood Connection Provides transportation assistance for low income individuals in Friendswood in need of transportation to appointments. Please call: services may be limited

Address: PO Box 2290, Friendswood, Texas 77549

Phone/Fax: 281-996-3359

Website: fammed.utmb.edu/healthcare/community-

resources/directory/Friendswood-Connection

Galveston County Food Bank Provides a distribution network that provides nourishing food to those in need. By maximizing relationships with major food distributors and producers, the Food Bank provides food to many families in Galveston County.

Address: 624 4th Avenue North, Texas City Texas 77590

Phone/Fax: 409-945-4232 Fx 409-945-2563

Website: www.galvestoncountyfoodbank.org


Galveston County Medical Society Provides public and personal health services to residents of Galveston County. The clinic provides medical and dental service to qualified residents of Galveston County regardless of their ability to pay.

Address: PO Box 17077, Galveston, Texas 77552-7077

Phone/Fax: 409-935-3000 Fx 832-615-3429

Website: www.galvestoncms.org


http://www.fscgal.org/


http://fammed.utmb.edu/healthcare/community-resources/directory/Friendswood-Connection

http://fammed.utmb.edu/healthcare/community-resources/directory/Friendswood-Connection

http://www.galvestoncountyfoodbank.org/


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Galveston County Senior Services Provides services below to seniors age 55 or older:

Activities & exercise programs Lunch & Home Delivered Meal program Transportation program

Please call 409-770-6251 for more information

Address: 4102 Main St, La Marque, Texas 77568 (Admin Office)

Phone/Fax: 409-770-6251 409-934-8100 Fx 409-934-8140

Website: www.galvestoncountytx.gov/PS/Pages/SSOverview.aspx


Galveston Independent School District

Public school & student support services and Head Start program for GISD schools.

Address: PO Box 660, Galveston, TX 77553 3904 Ave T, Galveston, TX 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-766-5100 Fx 409-762-8391

Website: www.gisd.org

Galveston Island Family Crisis Center Provides shelter to homeless families. The Case Managers support clients in developing personal, home & community living skills, as well as educational, parenting & vocational areas for a successful transition into independent living.

Hotline For Help: 1-844-763-8861

Address: PO Box 2600, Galveston, Texas 77553

Phone/Fax: 409-621-1228

Website: thechildrenscenterinc.org/community-youth-development


GED & ESL Classes (College of the Mainland) Galveston / Mainland / Bay Area Provides free GED and ESL classes. Please visit the

website for the locations and times for registration and classes across Galveston County.

Address: 1200 Amburn Rd, Texas City, Texas 77591 (Main Office)

Phone/Fax: 409-933-8294

Website: www.com.edu/adulted

http://www.galvestoncountytx.gov/PS/Pages/SSOverview.aspx


http://www.gisd.org/

http://thechildrenscenterinc.org/community-youth-development/


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Gulf Coast Big Brothers & Big Sisters, Inc Provides a professionally-supported One-to-One relationship

with a caring adult and to assist them in achieving their highest potential as they grow to become confident, competent and

caring individuals, by providing committed volunteer, national leadership and standards of excellence.

Address: 1413 Tremont St, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-763-4638

Website: mentorsgc.org

Gulf Coast Center Provides services, programs & employment assistance for those with intellectual & developmental disabilities, mental illness, HIV

or needing substance abuse recovery services. Services assist

with adult and child mental health, psychiatric medical care, substance abuse recovery, case management & skills training.

Please call for location for specific services

Address: 123 Rosenberg, Ste 6, Galveston, Texas 77550 (Admin)

Phone/Fax: 409-763-2373 / 281-488-2839 Fx 409-763-5538

Website: www.gulfcoastcenter.org

Hotline: 866-729-3848 24 Hr Crisis

Gulf Coast Center Connect Transit System Transportation services to various locations in Galveston County.

Please call to request a reservation for demand response service or for information.

Reservations and office hours are open Sunday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Reservationist will take

information & provide the rider with an estimated pick up time.


Phone/Fax: 800-266-2320 / 409-945-0820

Website: www.gulfcoastcenter.org/connect_transportation.aspx

Resource: www.gulfcoastcenter.org

Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Center Head Start is a Federal-State partnership in communities

to promote promotes the school readiness of young children from low-income families through local programs. Head Start and Early Head Start programs support the mental, social, and emotional development of children from birth to age 5.


Phone/Fax: 1-866-763-6481 Toll Free Weekdays 8am – 6pm

Website: eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc


http://mentorsgc.org/

http://www.gulfcoastcenter.org/

http://www.gulfcoastcenter.org/connect_transportation.aspx

http://www.gulfcoastcenter.org/

http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc




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Health Resources and Services Administration The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is

the primary Federal agency for improving access to health care services for people who are uninsured, isolated or medically

vulnerable. Multiple services include health centers, maternal &

child health, loans & scholarships, etc.

Address: Access website for locations

Website: For Health Care Assistance or to Find a Health Center: www.hrsa.gov/gethealthcare/index.html

Contact: www.hrsa.gov/about/contact

H.I.S. Ministries Provides a food pantry and transportation services. Hours of operation - 9:00 AM-1:00 PM Monday, Wednesday & Saturday

Address: PO Box 1426 Santa Fe, Texas 77510

Phone/Fax: 409-925-4697

Website: caringsfcc.com/ministries/missions/missionaries-we-

support/local-missions.html

Holy Family Parish of Galveston and Bolivar A unified Catholic community of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston providing for the community through worship, service, education & fellowship. Call or visit website for various worship and service locations.

Address: 1010 35th St, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-762-9646

Website: www.holyfamilygb.org


Hope Village

Provides affordable lifetime care and support services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Address: 15403 Hope Village Road, Friendswood, Texas 77546

Phone/Fax: 281-482-7926 / 281-482-1663 Fx 281-400-2012

Website: www.hope-village.com


http://www.hrsa.gov/gethealthcare/index.html

http://www.hrsa.gov/about/contact

http://caringsfcc.com/ministries/missions/missionaries-we-support/local-missions.html

http://caringsfcc.com/ministries/missions/missionaries-we-support/local-missions.html

http://www.holyfamilygb.org/


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Hospice Care Team Specializes in providing health care services for people with a terminal illness and support for the patient’s loved ones. They

focus on meeting the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of

the patients and families who are coping with a life-limiting illness that is no longer responding to therapies.

Call, email or visit website for closest location


Phone/Fax: 800-545-8738 Toll Free

Website: www.hospicecareteam.org


HOTLINES (See Page 5 for more information)

Nat. Runaway Safeline: 800-786-2929 Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline: 713-528-7273 Resource & Crisis Hotline: 409-765-7233 Suicide Crisis Line: 800-784-2433 Teen Hotline: 713-529-8336 Texas Abuse/Neglect Hotline: 800-252-5400 Texas HIV/AIDS Hotline: 800-299-2437 Texas Poison Center Hotline: 800-222-1222 Texas Runaway Hotline: 888-580-4357

Bay Area Turning Point Hotline: 281-286-2525 Crisis Hotline of Galveston County: 409-741-8255 Crisis Intervention of Houston Hotline: 713-468-5463 Gulf Coast MHMR Crisis Hotline: 866-729-3848 Nat. Center for Missing Children: 800-843-5678 Nat. Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) IDEA by Congress is to ensure all students with a disability receive a free and appropriate public education and related services.

Contact: idea.ed.gov/qanda_corner/create

Website: idea.ed.gov

Interfaith Caring Ministries Interfaith Caring Ministries (ICM) assists residents of southern Harris and northern Galveston County who have a documented

financial crisis. ICM services include: emergency food, rent and utility assistance; medical assistance; vouchers for agency resale

shops; and a senior outreach program. Please call to schedule

an in-person assessment to evaluate for eligibility to receive services.

Address: 151 Park Avenue, League City, TX 77573

Phone/Fax: 281-332-3881 Fx 281-332-3049

Website: www.icmtx.org


http://www.hospicecareteam.org/


http://idea.ed.gov/qanda_corner/create

http://idea.ed.gov/

http://www.icmtx.org/




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Island Transit System - Dial-A-Ride Dial-A-Ride is a curb-to-curb service for those eligible persons who are unable, due to disability, to use the regular fixed route service. Cost per trip is $1.00 each way. For Transit Fare visit: www.islandtransit.net/main.htm

Address: 3115 Market St, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-797-3909 / 409-797-3900 Fx 409-797-3901

Website: www.islandtransit.net

Contact: [email protected]

Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas Junior Achievement is the world’s largest organization dedicated to educating students about workforce readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy through experiential, hands-on programs.

Address: 2115 East Governors Circle, Houston, Texas 77092

Phone/Fax: 713-682-4500

Website: www.juniorachievement.org/web/ja-set

Contact: engage.ja.org/104504/educator

Krist Samaritan Center Provides counseling services to individuals and families, specialized academic and psychological testing, psychiatric consultation, professional education and speech therapy. Please call for an appointment for services.

Address: 17555 El Camino Real, Houston, Texas 77058

Phone/Fax: 281-480-7554 Fx 281-480-4641

Website: www.samaritanhouston.org


La Marque Aid & Guidance Service

Provides a variety family and individual assistance programs to qualified families within the La Marque Independent School District.

Address: 320 Laurel, La Marque, Texas 77568

Phone/Fax: 409-938-7852 Fx 409-938-0024

Website: www.lamarqueaid.com


http://www.islandtransit.net/


http://www.juniorachievement.org/web/ja-set

https://engage.ja.org/104504/educator

http://www.samaritanhouston.org/


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Legal Redress Program (NAACP Houston Branch) Provides a myriad of civil rights & social justice initiatives, advocacy services are provided at no cost to the community and include, but are not limited to Civic Engagement, Legal Redress, Health and Educational Advocacy. Our Back-to-School/Stay-In-School program provides youth services focused on providing tutorial opportunities & addressing Houston’s high drop-out rate.

Address: 2002 Wheeler Ave, Houston, Texas 77004

Phone/Fax: 713-526-3389 Fx 713-630-2699

Website: naacphouston.org


Resource: [email protected]

LIFE Houston - Local Infant Formula for Emergencies LIFE provides emergency formula/food for hungry babies and information about proper infant nutrition. Our vision is to meet the nutritional needs of hungry babies in the area.

Monday through Thursday 9:30a-3:30p Friday 9:30a – 2:00p

Address: 2002 S Wayside, Ste 113, Houston, TX 77023

Phone/Fax: 713-528-6044

Website: www.lifehouston.org


Lifeline Program Government benefit program that provides discounts on monthly telephone service for eligible low-income consumers to help

ensure they have the opportunities and security that telephone

service affords, including being able to connect to jobs, family and 911 services.

Lifeline is supported by the federal Universal Service Fund.

Website: www.lifelinesupport.org

Eligibility: www.lifelinesupport.org/ls/eligibility/eligibility-requirements.aspx

Lighthouse Christian Ministries Lighthouse Christian Ministries (LCM) is a non-denominational

Christian Outreach mission dedicated to assisting our neighbors in need with emergency financial assistance and food for short

term help. LCM also provides resources and opportunities

needed to help low-income and underserved individuals and families in the upper Galveston Bay area move toward self-

sufficiency through structured programs.

Address: 800 Grand Ave, Bacliff, Texas 77518

Phone/Fax: 281-339-3033 Fx 281-339-3032

Website: www.lighthousecm.org




http://www.lifehouston.org/


http://www.fcc.gov/encyclopedia/universal-service-fund

http://www.lifelinesupport.org/

http://www.lifelinesupport.org/ls/eligibility/eligibility-requirements.aspx

http://www.lighthousecm.org/




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Lone Star Legal Aid Non-profit law firm that provides legal assistance and advocacy on behalf of the low-income and underserved population. Types of legal matters handled include: Family law, welfare assistance, unemployment, housing, healthcare, consumer, etc.

Address: 2200 Market Ste 301, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-763-0381 / 800-551-3712 Fx 409-762-5739

Website: www.lonestarlegal.org/galveston.pl

Hotline: 800-733-8394

Mainland Children’s Partnership Provides at-risk children and their families in the community resources to providers of medical, social, educational, financial assistance, and support services providers, and facilitating improved efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery within the boundaries of the Texas City and La Marque Independent School Districts.

Address: 2000 Texas Ave Ste 601, Texas City, Texas 77590

Phone/Fax: 409-643-8240 Fx 409-643-8252

Website: www.mcpartnership.org


Mainland Medical Center – Women’s Center Clinic Medical care services and assistance programs for prenatal care.

For appointments and information call 409-938-2801

Address: 6801 EF Lowry Exwy, Texas City, Texas 77591

Phone/Fax: 409-938-5000

Website: www.mainlandmedical.com

Directory: www.mainlandmedical.com/about/phone-directory/index.dot

M.I. Lewis Social Service Center Provides services in the Dickinson ISD area of including Dickinson, Bacliff and San Leon. Services include emergency financial assistance towards rent, utilities, medicine & GED testing, the food pantry, school supplies & delivery aid for seniors.

Address: 215 FM 517 E, Dickinson, Texas 77539

Phone/Fax: 281-534-2043 Fx 281-534-1368

Website: www.milewisctr.org


http://www.lonestarlegal.org/galveston.pl

http://www.mcpartnership.org/


http://www.mainlandmedical.com/

http://www.mainlandmedical.com/about/phone-directory/index.dot

http://www.milewisctr.org/




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Moody Methodist Church Worship and outreach services. Information on days and times of services at links below:

Worship Services Schedule - www.moody.org/worship Mission and Outreach - www.moody.org/outreach


Phone/Fax: 409-744-4526 Fx 409-744-0508

Website: www.moody.org

Contact: www.moody.org/connect

Mounting Horizons Center for Independent Living MHCIL provides advocacy, networking, and resources to people with disabilities and their families. Our strategy is providing consumer-driven services at no cost to persons with disabilities in Galveston County.

The five core services are advocacy, peer support, information & referral, independent living skills training, and youth transition. Other services include employment, housing, and transportation assistance.

Address: 4700 Broadway, Suite E, Galveston, Texas 77551

Phone/Fax: 888-307-9639 Toll Free Fx 409-515-3607

Website: mhcil.org

Contact: [email protected]

Nia Cultural Center Provides family & youth empowerment programs including reading enrichment through the CDF Freedom School, the educational project SHAPE Center Freedom Tour & life skill training for youth through the Transformations Girls Rites of Passage Program.

Address: PO Box 1491 Galveston, TX 77553

Phone/Fax: 409-765-7086

Website: www.niacultural.org

Our Daily Bread Day Shelter – CHRISTUS Provides meals, clothing, the necessities of personal hygiene & a structured recovery program to homeless clients. For those suffering from addictions to alcohol/drugs, licensed social workers offer assessments, individual/group counseling, referrals for treatment, access to daily 12-step meetings & chemical dependency educational groups.

Address: 2420 Winnie, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-765-6971

Website: www.christusfoundation.org/programs/christus-daily-bread

Resource: www.christusfoundation.org

http://www.moody.org/worship

http://www.moody.org/outreach

http://www.moody.org/

http://www.moody.org/connect

http://mhcil.org/


http://www.niacultural.org/

http://www.christusfoundation.org/programs/christus-daily-bread

http://www.christusfoundation.org/



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Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School

Offers classes for Pre-K 3, Pre-K 4, Kindergarten and 1st – 6th grade. Visit website for registration information.

Address: 10114 Hwy 6, Hitchcock, Texas 77563

Phone/Fax: 409-925-3224 Fx 409-925-9900

Website: www.ololcatholicschool.net


Pathway to Recovery Provides drug & alcohol treatment programs through multiple inpatient/outpatient facilities. For a confidential assessment please call the Admissions Department to speak with one of the Intake Coordinators.

Toll Free: 888-300-3697 24 hrs a day

Address: 2119 Oak St, La Marque, Texas 77568 1224 Linton Drive, La Marque, Texas 77568

Phone: 409-933-4366 / 979-549-0385

Website: www.pathwaytorecovery.com

Contact: www.pathwaytorecovery.com/contact.php

Pediatric Dental Care Offering dental services for infants to young adults. Please call for appointments and all other information. Monday - Friday: 8am - 6pm

Address: 2501 65th St, Galveston, Texas 77551

Phone/Fax: 409-744-4551 Fx 409-744-5702

Website: www.pediatricdentalcaregalv.com/galveston-tx-general-

pediatric-dentistry.htm

Prevent Blindness Texas (Southeast Region) Provides sight saving services through a network of offices and volunteers across Texas. Vision screenings available for children and adults.

For a listing of the counties and cities served in Southeast Region go to: http://texas.preventblindness.org/southeast-texas-region

Address: 2202 Waugh Drive, Houston, Texas 77006

Phone/Fax: 713-526-2559 Fx 713-529-8310

Website: texas.preventblindness.org


http://www.ololcatholicschool.net/


http://www.pathwaytorecovery.com/

http://www.pathwaytorecovery.com/contact.php

http://www.pediatricdentalcaregalv.com/galveston-tx-general-pediatric-dentistry.htm

http://www.pediatricdentalcaregalv.com/galveston-tx-general-pediatric-dentistry.htm

http://texas.preventblindness.org/southeast-texas-region

http://texas.preventblindness.org/




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Resolve It, Inc Provides intervention and support to at-risk youth and their families through evidence-based treatment programs to kids who are involved with the juvenile justice system, kids who are at-risk for school failure and children who have been abused or are victims of crime and their families.

Address: 2951 Marina Bay Drive #265, League City, Texas 77573

Phone/Fax: 281-538-1200 Fx 281-538-1400

Website: www.resolveit.org


Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County, Inc Provides services for victims of family violence, sexual assault and child abuse including residential shelter, support groups, legal advocacy, individual counseling and a 24 hour crisis hotline.

Address: 1802 Broadway Ste 122, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: Toll Free 24 Hrs 888-919-7233 / 409-765-7233

Website: www.rccgc.org


Rosenberg Library Provides information, educational & recreational books, CD’s, DVD’s, homework assistance materials, computer lab for patron use. Extension services provided to those that are homebound due to disability. Contact [email protected]

Address: 2310 Sealy St, Galveston, Texas 77550-2220

Phone/Fax: 409-763-8854 Fx 409-763-0275

Website: www.rosenberg-library.org

Contact: www.rosenberg-library.org/information/contact.html

Sheltering Harbour Treatment Center Provides a 24-hour residential treatment center for children 10 - 17 yrs old that offers a group living environment. Therapeutic services include drug counseling, therapy and behavior modification.

Address: 18722 Tomato St, Spring, Texas 77379

Phone/Fax: 281-251-9904

Website: www.shelteringharbour.org

Contact: www.shelteringharbour.org/contact.aspx

http://www.resolveit.org/


http://www.rccgc.org/



http://www.rosenberg-library.org/

http://www.rosenberg-library.org/information/contact.html

http://www.shelteringharbour.org/

http://www.shelteringharbour.org/contact.aspx



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Shriner’s Hospital for Children - Burns Institute Provides acute, reconstructive & rehabilitative care for children with burns & other skin conditions. The inpatient & outpatient units are designed to allow children to recover in a safe, fun & friendly environment where family comes first. Our world-class physicians & researchers are committed to continuously advanced burn care & treatment to children from all over the world.

Address: 815 Market St, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-770-6600 Fx 409-770-6977

Website: www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org/Locations/galveston

Resource: www.shrinershq.org

Social Security Administration - SSI Benefits Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program pays benefits to disabled adults & children who have limited income & resources.

Visit website to apply for services.

Address: 2835 Gulf Freeway South, League City, Texas 77573

Phone/Fax: 866-299-3254 / 800-772-1213 Toll Free

Website: www.socialsecurity.gov/pgm/ssi.htm / www.ssa.gov

St. Mary’s Catholic Church & School Church provides worship and ministry services. Sunday: 8:30am, 10:15am, Noon Weekdays (excluding Wednesdays) 8:30am Call or visit website for ministry directory of services.

School provides educational development for children’s spiritual, moral & intellectual growth. Pre-K -8th grade academic programs.

Address: 1612 E Walker, League City, Texas 77573

Phone/Fax: Church: 281-332-3031 Fx 281-332-8328 School: 281-332-4014 Fx 281-332-5148

Website: Church: www.saintmcc.org School: www.stmarycatholicschool.com

Email/ Contact:

Church: [email protected] School: http://stmarylc.org/contact-us

http://www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org/Locations/galveston

http://www.shrinershq.org/

http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pgm/ssi.htm

http://www.ssa.gov/

http://www.saintmcc.org/

http://www.stmarycatholicschool.com/


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St. Vincent’s House Provides essential services, resources and tools for individuals and families to sustain themselves. Our services are designed to meet immediate needs of our clients for food, shelter, healthcare & childcare. Assistance and/or access to financial resources for families & individuals in crisis situations, such as pending eviction, utility cutoffs or other disruptive situations.

Address: 2817 Alfreda Houston Place, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-763-8521 Fx 409-763-0572

Website: www.stvhope.org


Star of Hope Transitional Living Center / Women & Family Emergency Shelter Shelter for homeless women, single mothers, single

fathers and/or parents with children. Structured programs are provided that focus on spiritual growth, education, employment, life-management & recovery from substance abuse.

Address: 6801 Ardmore, Houston, Texas 77054 419 Dowling, Houston, Texas 77003

Phone/Fax: 713-748-7242 / 713-222-2220

Website: www.sohmission.org

Contact: www.sohmission.org/contact-form

Start Smart Academy of La Marque Licensed child care services for children infant to Pre-K.

To contact with questions or to enroll visit: www.startsmartacademyoflamarque.com/contact-us.html

Address: 525 Texas Ave, La Marque, Texas 77568 806 Carolyn, La Marque, Texas 77568

Phone/Fax: 409-935-0406 / 409-933-0200

Sunshine Center, Inc Provides the services to adults with developmental disabilities

such as supportive employment, day habilitation, community

support, case management and family outreach & support.

Sunshine receives client referrals through the Gulf Coast Center,

the Department of Assistive & Rehabilitative Services, Home &

Community Based Service providers, local schools, hospitals, other social service agencies and self-referred individuals.

Address: 1726 21st St, Galveston, TX 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-763-5029

Website: www.sunshinecenterinc.org


http://www.stvhope.org/


http://www.sohmission.org/

http://www.sohmission.org/contact-form

http://www.startsmartacademyoflamarque.com/contact-us.html

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Teen Health Centers Preventive & primary health/mental care, health education &

referrals to students at the following locations:

Ball High School: 4115 Ave O Room 1014 Galveston, TX 77550 Austin Magnet School: 1514 Ave N 1/2 Room 172, Galveston, TX 77550

Central Middle School: 3014 Sealy Ave, Galveston, TX 77550 Texas City Teen Health: 1805 13th Ave N, Texas City, TX 77590

Crosby Middle School: 6629 FM 2004, Hitchcock, TX 77568

Address: Various locations

Phone/Fax: 409-766-5750 (Medical services) 409-766-5713 (Mental health)

Website: teenhealthinc.org

Texas Advocacy Project Provides free legal services statewide to victims of domestic and dating violence, sexual assault and stalking.

For more information to get help now visit: www.texasadvocacyproject.org/gethelp.php

Hotlines: Legal 800-777-FAIR / Sexual Assault 888-296-SAFE

Website: www.texasadvocacyproject.org

Resource: www.texasadvocacyproject.org/websitelinks.php

Texas Attorney General – Child Support Division The official child support enforcement agency for the State of Texas, the Office of the Attorney General provides services for parents who wish to obtain or provide support for their children.

To locate the nearest office visit: www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/apps/cs_locations

Address: 5300 FM 2004 Rd, La Marque, Texas 77568


Website: www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/cs/about-the-child-support-program

Contact: www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/cs/contact-the-child-support-division

Texas ChalleNGe Academy Provides an alternative education program for drug-free, non-felony convicted 16-18 year olds who have dropped out of or are in danger of dropping out of high school. The 17 ½ month military style academy consists of 5 ½ months spent at our campus in Galveston followed by a one year mentoring program.

Address: Various locations

Phone/Fax: Toll Free 877-822-0050

Website: www.texaschallengeacademy.com

Contact: [email protected] 409-740-4799

http://teenhealthinc.org/

http://www.texasadvocacyproject.org/gethelp.php

http://www.texasadvocacyproject.org/

http://www.texasadvocacyproject.org/websitelinks.php

http://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/apps/cs_locations

http://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/cs/about-the-child-support-program

http://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/cs/contact-the-child-support-division

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Texas Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) CHIP is designed for families who earn too much money to qualify for Medicaid, yet cannot afford to buy private insurance

for their children. CHIP provides eligible children with coverage for a full range of health services including dental, regular

checkups, immunizations, prescription drugs, lab tests, X-Rays

and hospital visits.

Address: PO Box 149024, Austin, Texas 78714-9024

Phone/Fax: 877-543-7669 Fx 877-541-7905

Website: www.chipmedicaid.org

Contact: [email protected] 409-938-2234

Texas Children’s Hospital An internationally recognized full-care pediatric hospital located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston. One of the largest pediatric hospitals in the United States, Texas Children’s Hospital is dedicated to providing the finest possible pediatric patient care, education and research.

Address: 6621 Fannin St, Houston, Texas 77030

Phone/Fax: 832-824-1000 / 800-364-KIDS (5437) Toll Free

Website: www.texaschildrens.org

Resource: www.texaschildrens.org/Locate

Texas Health and Human Services Commission Healthy Texas Women

Provides information that helps low-income women find health-care services offered by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and Department of State Health Services (DSHS) through Medicaid and other programs. Women must apply for the program and be approved to get services. To apply visit: healthytexaswomen.org/contact

Address: PO Box 149024, Austin, Texas 78714-9024

Phone/Fax: Toll Free 1-877-541-7905

Website: healthytexaswomen.org

Resource: www.yourtexasbenefits.com

The ARC Gulf Coast Provides services and support for individuals with intellectual

and developmental disabilities and their families.

Programs include advocacy and assistance with education, transition, employment, guardianship and other important

issues. The ARC resource network can also help individuals and their families obtain the information they need to ensure

meaningful lives in the communities where they live.

Address: 1600 E Highway 6, Ste 201, Alvin, TX 77511

Phone/Fax: 281-388-1161 Fx 281-585-2390

Website: arcgulfcoast.org


http://www.chipmedicaid.org/

http://www.texaschildrens.org/

http://healthytexaswomen.org/contact

http://healthytexaswomen.org/

http://www.yourtexasbenefits.com/

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The Children’s Center, Inc Provides services for individuals suffering from abuse and neglect, homeless and runaway, immigrants and refugees, at risk and special needs, low income and poverty level. Services include shelter, crisis intervention, case management, counseling, referral information, outreach and advocacy.


Phone/Fax: 409-765-5212 Fx 409-765-6094

Website: www.thechildrenscenterinc.org

Hotline: 1-844-763-8861

The Gulf Coast Trades Center The GCT Center promotes the social economic independence of disadvantaged youths 14 - 18 yrs of age who are adjudicated

and at risk of lifelong dependency through a teaching system of

skills needed to confront negative situations as well as providing opportunities for positive growth.

Address: 143 Forest Service Rd 233, New Waverly, Texas 77358

Phone/Fax: 936-344-6677 Fx 936-344-2386

Website: www.gctc.us


The Jesse Tree A faith-based, non-profit organization that connects people with the health care, social services and ministerial resources they need to rebuild their lives and uplift their spirits.


Phone/Fax: 409-763-2233

Website: www.jessetree.net


The Salvation Army - Galveston The Salvation Army, an evangelical part of the Christian church,

provides services ranging from financial assistance due to hardship, food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims,

assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless and opportunities for

underprivileged children.

Worship services also provided, contact for schedule

Address: 601 51st St, Galveston, Texas 77551

Phone/Fax: 409-763-1691


Resource: www.salvationarmyusa.org

http://www.thechildrenscenterinc.org/

http://www.gctc.us/


http://www.jessetree.net/



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The Salvation Army –Texas City/La Marque The Salvation Army, an evangelical part of the Christian church, provides services ranging from financial assistance due to hardship, food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless and opportunities for underprivileged children.

Worship services also provided, contact for schedule

Address: 4210 FM 1765, Texas City, Texas 77591

Phone/Fax: 409-935-1190

Website: www.salvationarmytexas.org


United Way - Galveston United Way of Galveston provides human care services and referral services to our member agencies, as well as funding Community Investments Initiatives.

Address: 2200 Market St. Ste 850, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-762-4357 Fx 409-762-1041

Website: www.unitedwaygalveston.org

United Way - Galveston County Mainland United Way of Galveston County Mainland provides human care services and referral services to our member agencies, as well as funding Community Investments Initiatives.

Address: 922 14th St N, Texas City, Texas 77590

Phone/Fax: 409-948-4211 Fx 409-948-3309

Website: uwgcm.org

University of Texas Medical Branch

Health and medical services. Committed to the health and well-being of all Texans.

Address: 301 University Blvd, Galveston, Texas 77555

Phone/Fax: 409-772-1011 / 409-772-2222 24/7 Access Center

Website: www.utmb.edu

http://www.salvationarmytexas.org/


http://www.unitedwaygalveston.org/

http://uwgcm.org/

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Upward Bound Upward Bound provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rates at which participants enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education by increasing the academic performance and motivation of participants.

Address: 4015 Avenue Q R-286 C&D, Galveston, TX 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-944-1253

Website: www.gc.edu/gc/Upward_Bound.asp

Resource: www.gc.edu/gc/Additional_Resources1.asp

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services The government agency that oversees lawful immigration to the

United States. The USCIS provides accurate & useful information

to our customers, granting immigration & citizenship benefits, promoting an awareness & understanding of citizenship &

ensuring the integrity of our immigration system.

Address: Call for closest location and information

Phone/Fax: 1-800-375-5283

Website: www.uscis.gov

Victims of Crime Program – District Attorney’s Office Resources for crime victims: -Provides basic information on jailed offenders -Free service for crime victims & other concerned citizens

-Notifies registered users of changes in offender jail status -Available 24 hrs a day in English or Spanish

Address: Various; Visit website for more information


Website: www.galvestoncountytx.gov/da/Pages/OtherCrimeVictimResourceLinks.aspx

WIC Program (Women, Infants and Children) A nutrition program designed to serve pregnant women, new

mothers (both post-partum and breastfeeding moms), and young children up to the age of five.

- Mon & Fri: 8am-2pm, Tues & Wed: 8am-7pm, - Thurs: 8am-5pm, 4th Sat: 8am-2pm

Other WIC locations

Dickinson: 281-337-7606 Texas City: 409-949-3471

Address: 4700 Broadway, Galveston, Texas 77551 (Teen moms can go to the Teen Centers @ schools)

Phone/Fax: 409-763-7207 Fx 409-763-7295

Website: www.gchd.org/chn/wic.htm

http://www.gc.edu/gc/Upward_Bound.asp

http://www.gc.edu/gc/Additional_Resources1.asp

http://www.uscis.gov/

http://www.galvestoncountytx.gov/da/Pages/OtherCrimeVictimResourceLinks.aspx

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Workforce Solutions Provides assistance for area residents in finding employment and matching employers with qualified applicants for specific jobs. Through recruiting, screening, referring and testing they help simplify the hiring process.

Address: 3549 Palmer Hwy, Texas City, Texas 77590

Phone/Fax: 409-949-9055 Fx 409-949-9050

Website: www.wrksolutions.com

Resource: www.wrksolutions.com/for-individuals/resources-tips-and-advice

Wright Cuney Recreation Center Provides many services for children including homework assistance and computer access. Various fitness services such as basketball, karate and boxing are also offered. Call for availability and other information

Address: 718 41st St, Galveston, Texas 77550

Phone/Fax: 409-766-2140

Website: www.cityofgalveston.org/462/Wright-Cuney-Recreation-Center

YMCA of Greater Houston Provides support and opportunities that focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility through their many programs and activities.

To learn more about the programs available in your area visit search.ymcahouston.org/search/programs

Address: Call for nearest location or visit: www.ymcahouston.org/locations/

Phone/Fax: 713-659-5566

Website: www.ymcahouston.org

http://www.wrksolutions.com/

http://www.wrksolutions.com/for-individuals/resources-tips-and-advice

http://www.cityofgalveston.org/462/Wright-Cuney-Recreation-Center

https://search.ymcahouston.org/search/programs/

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Children and Youth Services Directory for Galveston County Directory Addition and Update Form

Please complete this form to ensure your agency’s correct information is updated in the Galveston County Children and Youth Services Directory. Please check your listing in the directory as well at www.galvestoncountytx.gov under the Children’s Services listing to confirm. If your agency is not listed it can be added during the next update. If you have any question, please call the Children’s Services office at (409) 770-5508. Mail completed form to: Children’s Services – 722 Moody Ave, 3rd Floor, Galveston, TX 77550

Agency/Organization Name:

Address (Physical and P.O. Box):

Agency Website:

Telephone: Fax:

Services Offered:

Criteria to Receive Services:

Other Information:

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