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  • 2020-2021 ROCKWALL ISD COMMUNITY RESOURCE LIST

    The intent of this Resource List is to provide an information service of agencies within the Rockwall ISD Community and Metroplex. No attempt is made to pass judgment on programs or agencies by their inclusion or exclusion. Listed in “categories of need” and alphabetically. 

     

    EMERGENCY NUMBERS

    ROCKWALL POLICE DEPARTMENT – Emergency # 911 – Non-Emergency -972-771-7717

    ROCKWALL FIRE DEPARTMENT – 972-771-7770

    CHILD ABUSE HOTLINE – 1-800-252-5400 on-line reporting - https://www.txabusehotline.org 

    CASA of Rockwall County – 972-772-5858

    WOMEN IN NEED (Rockwall Co. Domestic Violence Center) – (972) -772-3000/ www.wintexas.org

    ROCKWALL COUNTY CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER -  469-745-8200 /  www.rockwallcac.org      

    LONE STAR GAS EMERGENCY HOTLINE – 800-817-8090

    LIFEPATH – 24 Hour Mental Health Crisis Line & Crisis Team – 1-877-422-5939 

    NATIONAL TEEN DATING ABUSE HOTLINE – 1-866-331-9474 

    www.loveisrespect.org  or text “loveis” to 22522 

     

    NORTH TEXAS POISON CONTROL – 1-800-222-1222 

    RUNAWAY HOTLINE – (24-HOUR HOTLINE) Call 1-800-RUNAWAY or 1-800-786-2929 

    SUICIDE AND CRISIS CENTER OF NORTH TEXAS – 24 Hour Hotline (214) 828-1000 SUICIDE & CRISIS TEXT LINE - Text “HELLO” to 741741 

    TEXAS YOUTH HOTLINE – (Phone Counseling) Texas Dept. of Protective & Regulatory Serv. (24-Hour Hotline) 1-800-989-6884 or text (512) 872-5777 

     

    COMMUNITY AGENCIES AND PROGRAMS

    ROCKWALL COUNTY HELPING HANDS – 972-771-4357, https://rockwallhelpinghands.com/ 

    Food Pantry: 401 W. Rusk Street, Ste 200 Rockwall, TX 75087/ Mon-Fri 9:00-12, 1:00-4:00 PM Closed Wed

    Health Clinic: Same Location, Sliding Scale, Information on services in English and Spanish online. Mon-Fri 7:30 AM -12:30 PM; 1:30 pm – 6:00 PM, Saturday by Appointment, 8:00 AM- 12:00 PM

    Helping Hands provides financial assistance with utility bills (water, electricity and gas) and with shelter (rent, lease and mortgage).  If a client needs assistance in paying to take the GED test, Helping Hands often funds the test.  If a client needs assistance renewing a license such as a cosmetology license or commercial driver’s license, Helping Hands is often able to provide necessary funds.  Again, interviewers consider each client’s situation and provide assistance that will enable clients to become more financially independent.

     

    ADHD Group for Parents - The group is free and meets every first Thursday from 6:00-7:30 PM at the Rockwall County Library, 1215 E Yellow Jacket Ln, Rockwall, TX 75087. This is a volunteer-led support group for parents of children (all ages) with ADHD. Contact number: 214-908-9967, website www.rockwalladhd.com 

    American Red Cross – 1450 N. Redbud Blvd. McKinney (972) 562-0601 Provides immediate assistance in disaster situations. Also provides financial and support services for military personnel and their families. 

    Boys & Girls Club of Rockwall County – 901 E Interurban St, Rockwall, TX 75087, (972) 722-2462/ Offers athletic, educational, social and recreational activities for youth ages 6-18. Volunteers welcome. www.bgccc.org 

    CASA of Rockwall County – 972-772-5858 Designated by the judge for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) to become the child/adolescent’s guardian ad litem. Volunteers are assigned to the child to advocate for what is in the best interest of the child. www.lonestarcasa.org

    Chetna - P.O. Box 832802 Richardson Hotline 1-888-924-3862 Organization for the prevention of domestic violence in the South Asian community of Dallas-Fort Worth and the surrounding areas. All services are free of charge. 

    (Rockwall County) Children’s Advocacy Center –1350 E. Washington Rockwall, TX – Coordinates services for victimized children – 469-745-8200 Free counseling available to families who qualify for services www.rockwallcac.org 

    Child Care Services of North Central Texas (CCMS) –1-800-234-9306 Provides State-funded child care, primarily to help low income families and teen parents. https://dfwjobs.com/childcare/index.asp 

    Child Protective Services of Texas – CHILD ABUSE – Report it! It’s the Law! 24-Hour Hotline-1-800-252-5400 Investigates allegations of neglect, abuse, assault and sexual molestation of children. On-line reporting: www.txabusehotline.org. 

    C.I.T.Y. House (Collin Intervention to Youth )– 902 E. 16th St., Plano – Office: (972) 424-4626 Emergency shelter for children newborn -17 yrs who are in the custody of Child Protective Services, a runaway or homeless youth. 

    Child Support Office – Div. of the Attorney General’s Office – 2100 Bloomdale Rd., Suite 12132 McKinney – (972) 548-4385 Enforces Child Support Order; Establishes paternity; Enforces Medial Support; Withholds wages for non-payment of Child Support; Reports delinquent parent to the Credit Bureau. Open Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm except holidays.

    Division for Assistive and Rehabilitation Services (DARS) – 520 Central Parkway East, #232 Plano, TX (214) 365-2800 Eligibility: 17+ years old, not attending high school, and a handicap to employment. Disabilities may include drug/alcohol addiction and speech, language, or learning disabilities. Services include medical, psychological, and vocational evaluation, training, and/or education. 

    Early Childhood Intervention of Lifepath Systems (ECI) – ECI – Rockwall. Physical Address: 1149 Ridge Road Rockwall, TX 75087. Telephone: (972) 562-0331 Provides services to children aged 0-3 who are experiencing developmental delays and/or have a qualifying medical diagnosis.

    The Elisa Project- 3102 Oak Lawn Avenue, Suite 520, Dallas, TX 75219, (214) 369-5222 Dedicated to the prevention and effective treatment of eating disorders through support, awareness, education, and advocacy. Provides workshops with students and supplemental workshops with counselors, teachers, nurses, and coaches. All programs are offered free of charge. www.theelisaproject.org 

    Emily’s Place - P. O. Box 260671 Plano, (972) 424-7775 A “transformational” housing ministry for women and children who have experienced domestic violence, This program is based on a 24-month stay commitment which promotes stability and wise choices. http://emilysplacetx.org/ 

    Eye Exams/Glasses –Contact School Nurse for referral to VSP program. Any child who qualifies for a free or reduced school lunch qualifies for the eyeglass program. 

    Food Stamps (SNAP) - 1101 Ridge Rd, Rockwall, TX 75087 Phone: (972) 771-8386

    Assists individuals and families with low incomes and resources to purchase the food they need for good health. Eligibility is based on the number of people in the household, income from work, SSI, unemployment, and Social Security, and resources (cash, bank accounts, etc.) http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/help/food/foodstamps/index.html 

     

    Health & Human Services & Child Welfare Rockwall – 1101 Ridge Rd, Rockwall, TX 75087 Phone: (972) 771-8386 Administers and provides qualifying information for the Food Stamp Program and Medicaid Benefits. 

     

    HOPE’S DOOR - Women’s Shelter of Collin Co.– 860 F Avenue Plano 75074 – HOTLINE – (972) 422-7233 The 30 day shelter offers individual and group counseling, legal referrals and children’s counseling for victims of domestic/dating violence. Outreach Branch - Call (972) 422-2911 For women who are preparing to leave an abusive relationship or have left a relationship and do not need shelter. Battering Intervention Programs for abusers also available. www.hopesdoorinc.org 

     

    Immigration Legal Services - (Catholic Charities) 1421 West Mockingbird Lane, Dallas – (214) 634-7182 Provides assistance and counseling for persons seeking legal immigration status/political asylum/U.S. citizenship as well as special assistance for abused immigrant women. www.catholiccharitiesdallas.org 

     

    Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas –Legal Aide for qualifying clients. McKinney: (972) 542-9405 or 1-800-906-3045 FREE Legal Phone Assistance. Legal clinics meet in Allen at 1st UMC 601. S. Greenville Ave. on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM. No assistance for criminal cases, traffic tickets, medical malpractice, or personal injury. Must be a legal US resident unless a victim of domestic violence. internet.lanwt.org. 

     

    Life Talk Resource Center– 8380 Warren Parkway, Suite 204, Frisco (214) 618-9352 Free pregnancy and STD testing. www.lifetalkprc.org 

     

    Meals on Wheels -950 Williams St Bld C Ste 200 Rockwall, TX 75087/972-771-9514

    https://www.rockwallmealsonwheels.org/Provides weekly meals to homebound adults aged 60+ with no provider in the home to assist with meal preparation. 

     

    Mosaic Family Services – 12225 Greenville Avenue, Suite 800 Dallas 75243 (214) 821-5393 A nonprofit community-based organization that provides services free of charge to refugees and immigrants who are victims of human trafficking and domestic violence. Staff is fluent in 25 languages. www.mosaicservices.org 

     

    Rockwall Housing Authority – 100 LAKE MEADOWS Drive Rockwall, Rockwall County, Texas 

    (972) 771-0211/ Owns and manages public housing units in Rockwall County for low income families. Public housing residents pay about 30% of their adjusted monthly income in rent. The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program gives elderly persons, disabled persons, and low income working families vouchers for rental subsidies and allows them to rent homes from private property owners. https://affordablehousingonline.com/housing-authority/Texas/Housing-Authority-of-Rockwall/TX095

     

    Salvation Army of Rockwall Co. – 3021 Ridge Road #51 Rockwall, Texas 75032/(972) 646-0619– For assistance and qualifying guidelines. Must meet with a caseworker and have a state issued ID and social security card. Assistance with utilities, food, and clothing. www.salvationarmydfw.org 

     

    Shiloh Place, McKinney – (214) 218-0336 Provides transitional housing, childcare, and tuition assistance for single moms aged 20 and older with children in their custody that are no older than 10 years old. Support is provided for up to 2 years and the admission process takes 3-4 weeks. Moms must have a HS diploma/GED, a car, and pass a criminal background check. www.shilohplacemckinney.com 

     

    Social Security Office - Closest Office Location to Rockwall TX: 2717 Terrell RD , Greenville, TX 75402

     

    Strengthening Families of North Texas—P.O. Box 261903 Plano 75026 - (972) 867-9470 Working to strengthen families and keep them together. All services are FREE – no income guidelines. Services in Spanish available. Services: Parenting Classes, Resume Assistance and Job Find Assistance, Individual, Couples, & Family Counseling, Play Therapy, Respite Care (emergency child care--need 24 hour notice), & Home Visits for those without transportation. http://www.sfntx.org/ 

     

    Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas - Available 24/7 at (214) 828-1000 Services offered include a 24-hour crisis hotline, a Survivors of Suicide (SOS) grief group for loved ones left behind after a suicide, crisis intervention training, and mental health check-ups (TeenScreen) for teenagers. http://www.sccenter.org/ 

     

    Texas Law Help – FREE, low cost legal assistance in Texas. Assistance with housing, health, disability, civil rights, family law, domestic violence, immigration, naturalization, citizenship, and income tax. www.texaslawhelp.org 

     

    Tobacco Free North Texas/American Cancer Society – 1349 1-877-YES-QUIT (1-877-937-7848) Provides free counseling and nicotine replacement therapies to assist individuals who want to stop smoking. http://yesquit.com/ 

     

    Victim’s Assistance of Rockwall County -D.A.'s Office. 1111 E. YellowJacket Ln. Suite 201- FREE services thru District Attorney’s Office Support for Victims of Violent Crime and their families, including families of homicide, as they recover from the physical and psychological trauma of violent crime. Services: 1) court accompaniment; 2) crisis counseling referrals; 3) criminal justice system reform; 4) follow-up contact; 5) assistance in filing claims; 6) shelter/safe house referrals; 7) emergency legal assistance; 8) advocacy; and 9)public awareness. https://collincountyda.com/victim-assistance/ 

     

    Warren Center – 320 Custer Road Richardson 75080 (972) 490-9055 Groups and summer camps for youth aged 3-16 who have an autism diagnosis. Medicaid accepted and the center also offers a sliding fee scale. www.thewarrencenter.org 

     

    WIC (Women, Infant and Children) – McKinney Office - 825 N. McDonald, Suite 120 – (972) 548-5543 Plano Office - 900 E. Park, Suite 165 – (972) 633-3350 Eligibility Requirements: Pregnant women, women who are breastfeeding a baby under 1 year of age, women who have had a baby in the past six months, parents, stepparents, guardians, and foster parents of infants and children under the age of 5 can apply for their children, meet the household income guidelines at or below 185% of the federal poverty level. http://www.collincountytx.gov/healthcare_services/Pages/wic.aspx 

     

    Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas (Texas Workforce Commission) – 1701 W. Eldorado Parkway, Suite 250 McKinney (972) 542-3382 Job placement and preparation for employment opportunities. https://dfwjobs.com Register for work at www.workintexas.com 

     

    Youth Edge Program (Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas) – 820 Jupiter Road #100 Plano – (469) 229-0099 ext. 3230 Job placement and educational training for youth aged 16+. 

     

    Youth First Texas (YFT) - 201 W Boyd # 105D Allen 75013– Contact: (214) 879-0400, Toll Free (866) 576-0042 Mission is to provide a safe place for LGBTQ youth to strengthen opportunities for life skills, leadership development, peer support and educational advancement. For group information, e-mail YFT at collincounty@youthfirsttexas.org www.youthfirsttexas.org 

     

     

     ADDITIONAL COUNSELING RESOURCES OUTSIDE OF ROCKWALL COUNTY

     

    Cancer Support Community – Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital, Plano 6300 W. Parker Rd., MOB 2, Suite 129A Plano (972) 981-7020 The mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community. Completely free of charge and nonprofit, Cancer Support Community offers educational presentations, support groups and networking groups, workshops, fun social events, children’s support program, bereavement support www.cancersupporttexas.org 

     

    Carrollton Springs Changes – 6870 Lebanon Road Frisco 75034 (469) 850-2041 Provides partial hospitalization program (PHP) and intensive outpatient program (IOP) for youth aged 5-18 who struggle with emotional and/or behavioral issues. http://www.carrolltonsprings.com/changes-frisco/ 

     

    Crime Victim’s Compensation - 1-800-983-9933 Free counseling services for individuals who have been the victim of a reported crime. Applications available at the local police department and must include the report number. 

     

    Eating Recovery Center - 4716 Alliance Blvd #400, Plano (972) 362-0933 Provides comprehensive, integrated eating disorder treatment for female and male adults, adolescents and children aged 10+. Treatment programs include Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) levels of care. https://www.eatingrecoverycenter.com/ 

     

    Grief Support Group – 1515 N. Greenville Ave Allen - Group leader, Jim Chase (214) 213–1443 Meets the 2 nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM. All ages welcome. Additional meeting at a local restaurant on the 3rd Thursday of the month. For that meeting location contact Dee Liscano at (972) 727-3820. 

     

    Jewish Family Services – 5402 Arapaho Road Dallas 75248 (972) 437-9950 Services are available to anyone in the Dallas area and include: counseling (individual, couples, family, child/adolescent), parenting support, support groups, emergency assistance, services for individuals with disabilities or special needs, career & employment assistance, family violence intervention, services for the elderly & disabled, and volunteer opportunities. Insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and sliding fee scale available. www.JFSdallas.org 

     

    LifePath Systems (Formerly M.H.M.R.) – 3920 Alma Dr., Plano – Child/Adolescent (972) 422-5939, 201 W. Louisiana, McKinney – (972) 562-9647 Child/Adolescent Services provides crisis support for children through age 17, who are exhibiting signs of major depression/suicidal tendencies, etc., Also available – Psychiatrists on staff for diagnosis and medication management. 

     

    Mosaic Family Services –12225 Greenville Avenue, Suite 800 Dallas 75243 (214) 821-5393 A nonprofit community-based organization that provides services free of charge to refugees and immigrants who are victims of human trafficking and domestic violence. Staff is fluent in 25 languages. www.mosaicservices.org 

     

    National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Rockwall county group / Crisis Line: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) NAMI Rockwall has a recovery support group for adults living with mental illness regardless of their diagnosis. Every group is offered free of charge and meets weekly for 90 minutes. All are led by trained individuals who are also in recovery. 

     

    PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) – (972) 77-PFLAG (73524) Advocacy and support group for lesbians and gays, their families, and friends. https://www.pflag.org/chapter/pflag-dallas 

     

    Renfrew Center – 9400 North Central Expressway, Suite 150 Dallas 1-800-RENFREW (736-3739) Eating disorder treatment for girls aged 14 +. Programs offered include day treatment Monday-Friday 9 AM – 2 PM or intensive outpatient program ( IOP) 3 days a week or Monday, Tuesday, Thursday evenings from 5-8 PM. www.renfrewcenter.com 

     

    Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas - Available 24/7 at (214) 828-1000 Services offered include a 24-hour crisis hotline, a Survivors of Suicide (SOS) grief group for loved ones left behind after a suicide, crisis intervention training, and mental health check-ups (Teen Screen) for teenagers. http://www.sccenter.org

     

    Youth Advocate Programs, Inc - 1545 Mockingbird Lane Suite 4000 Dallas, TX 75235 Contact: (214) 821-9554 Provides in home counseling for families with youth aged 4-17 that qualify for Medicaid or CHIP. Intakes are conducted at the Dallas office. Psychiatrist on staff for evaluation and medications. http://www.yapinc.org/texas 

     

    DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE RESOURCES

     

    A list of all U.S. Substance Abuse Treatment Centers can be found on SAMHSA’s website: http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov or by calling 1-800-662-HELP. 

     

    Access Counseling Group – 2600 Avenue K, Suite 102, Plano - (972) 423-8727 Provides individual, group, and family counseling, intensive outpatient counseling (IOP), education classes, and drug and alcohol testing. Parents may purchase drug/alcohol tests to administer at home. Prices range from $10-$18. The agency also welcomes adolescents to attend a sober activity (bowling, movie, etc.) on Friday nights. www.accesscounselinggroup.com 

     

    Al-Anon – 601 S. Greenville Avenue, Allen Support group to help families and friends of alcoholics recover from the effects of living with the problem drinking of a relative or friend. Meetings are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 PM in the Wesley House at the First United Methodist Church www.dallasal-anon.org 

     

    Alateen – Support group for teens affected by the drug and/or alcohol use of a loved one. https://dallasal-anon.org/meeting_list.php?type=L

     

    Betty Ford Center Children’s Program - 1320 Greenway Drive, Suite 100 Irving (972) 751-0363 Provides intervention and prevention services to children ages 7-12 yrs. A $400 fee is charged to this 3-day program for children affected by a family member’s drug and/or alcohol abuse. However, no child is turned away for lack of funds. Scholarship assistance is available. http://www.hazeldenbettyford.org/locations/childrensprogram-irving 

     

    Camp SOL – (214) 456-8119 The Camp Sol Family Retreat Weekend encourages families who have lost a child to connect with other grieving families as well as heal together through their shared experiences. The retreat also provides support groups and specific programming for children, parents and the family, and traditional camp activities to facilitate family bonding. www.campsol.org

     

    Drug Test Your Teen – Kim Hildreth, 13904 Josey Lane #816153, Dallas, TX, 75234 (214) 797-TEST - Company sells drug tests to screen for alcohol, tobacco, and drugs such as methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana, and prescription drugs. These tests are $15. Steroid tests - $150, 80 hour alcohol test - $18. www.drugtestyourteen.com.

     

    Families Anonymous – 1 st United Methodist Church, 315 N. Church St., McKinney (972) 839-0969 – McKinney Group – Meets Tues., @7:00 pm, Room C210 Support for those affected by the destructive behavior of a family member caused by drugs/alcohol/emotional problems. http://www.familiesanonymous.org/

     

    Imagine Program– 1947 Ave K Plano, 75074 – (972) 423-6007 Adolescent Services: An intensive outpatient substance abuse treatment program for youth aged 13-18. Meets Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 5:30-8:30 PM. Free assessments available. Designed for teens with a primary substance abuse diagnosis. http://www.imagineprograms.net/ 

     

    National Drug & Alcohol Treatment Helpline, U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services – 1-800-662-4357 Government Agency: Provides information on treatment centers, who they serve, and what they provide. For a listing of drug treatment centers – www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov. 

     

    Narcotics Anonymous – 1 st United Methodist Church 601 S. Greenville, Allen https://www.na.org/meetingsearch/ 

     

    NEXUS Recovery Center, Inc. – 8733 Laprada, Dallas, TX (214) 321-0156 Substance abuse treatment for females only. Programs available for adolescents aged 13-18, adult women, and women with children. http://www.nexusrecovery.org 

     

    Springwood – Texas Health Behavioral Health Center of Allen – 915 West Exchange Parkway, Suite 150 Allen, TX 972–908-2303 Adolescent and adult intensive outpatient programs held 3 days a week for individuals with behavioral and addiction issues. http://www.texashealth.org/outpatientservices 

     

    The Council on Alcohol & Drug Abuse – 1349 Empire Central Drive, Suite 800 Dallas 75247 (214) 522-8600 - Participate in local health fairs and other community events, providing education, training and presentations on ATOD, and maintain an extensive video library which is available for viewing/and or check-out. http://www.dallascouncil.org/ 

     

    University Behavioral Health – 2026 West University Drive Denton, TX (888) 320-8101 Treatment center for youth 13+ and adults who are struggling with mental health and/or chemical dependency issues. Most insurance accepted. Specialized programs for women, military and faith based programs available. www.ubhdenton.com 

     

    Waterford Academy – 1719 Analog Drive Richardson,75081, (469) 630-1735 Provides a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) designed to stabilize adolescents suffering from behavioral disorders with underlying emotional disturbances, substance abuse issues, and educational disruptions. http://waterfordacademyllc.com/ 



    EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

     

    Boot Camp (Get Motivated) – 3650 New Hope Road Aubrey, TX 75201 (940) 365-1818 The boot camp is available to teens aged 13-17 (18 year olds allowed if currently in HS) and their parents on Sundays from 7 AM – 3:30 PM. The 16 week camp combines group therapy and physical training. Fees - $169 for each boot camp session (child and 1 parent). www.getmotivatedbootcamp.com 

     

    Collin College – 2800 E. Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX - (972) 881-5781 Career Services: 1) career planning/placement; 2) career assessment; 3) job search/skill building; 4) resource library/computerized career information. http://www.collin.edu/studentresources/career/ 

     

    Denton County Sheriff’s Office – Juvenile Impact Program – 127 South Woodrow Lane Denton, TX 76205 (940) 349-1651 A free, 3½ hour program in which teens listen to the life stories of people who have been convicted of crimes and are currently incarcerated. Youth aged 10-17 may attend with a parent or guardian. https://dentoncounty.com/Departments/Sheriff/Community-and-Media-Relations/Community-Outreach/Juvenile-Impact-Program.aspx 

     

    The Elisa Project - 10300 N. Central Expy, Ste. 330 Dallas, TX 75231, Tel: (214) 369-5222 Dedicated to the prevention and effective treatment of eating disorders through support, awareness, education, and advocacy. Provides workshops with students and supplemental workshops with counselors, teachers, nurses, and coaches. All programs are offered free of charge. www.theelisaproject.org 

     

    Evolution Academy Charter School – 1101 South Sherman St, Richardson, TX. – (972) 907-3755 1) Collin Co. youth earn TEA approved high school diploma; 2) FREE – No tuition; 3) Targets youth 14-21 years who are at risk of dropping out; 4) Free transportation; 5) Serves breakfast and lunch; 6) AM or PM sessions – 7:45 – 11:45 AM or 12:20-4:20 PM http://evolutionacademy.org/ 

     

    Home-School Information / Texas Home School Coalition – P.0. Box 6741, Lubbock, TX 79493 – (806) 744-4441 Fax (806) 744-4446 T.E.A. rules provided to those choosing to Home-School their children. However, Texas does not award a diploma to “Home-Schoolers” or to students enrolled in unaccredited private schools. A General Equivalency Diploma or GED is awarded to those passing the GED exam. 

     

    North Texas Job Corps Center - 1701 N Church St. McKinney (972) 542-2623 A federally funded residential training program for youth which includes both vocational and academic instruction. Self paced high school program to receive a GED or high school diploma. https://northtexas.jobcorps.gov/ 

     

    Richland Collegiate High School – 12800 Abrams Road Dallas 75243 (972) 761-6888 Students can complete their last two years of high school at Richland College by taking college courses and earning college credits with a focus on mathematics, science, and engineering or visual, performing, and digital arts. Potentially, these students can graduate with both their high school diploma and an associate degree, ready to transfer to a four-year university. Tuition and books are free. https://alt.richlandcollege.edu/rchs/ 

     

    Serenity High School (9th – 12th Grades) – (469) 302-7830 Established in Collin Co. under the auspices of McKinney ISD solely for students coming out of drug treatment where recovering teens can live out their commitment to staying clean and sober. http://serenity.mckinneyisd.net/ 

     

    Texas Challenge Academy. – P.O. Box 510 Sheffield, TX 79781– Toll Free (877) 822-0050 FREE 5 ½ month residential co-ed training, career development, and service program is for high school drop-outs or students at risk of dropping out (16-18 yrs) with a 12-month post residential mentoring phase. Students may work toward credit recovery, a GED, or their high school diploma. This program is affiliated with the Texas National Guard. Contact: Clayton Page (979) 232-1594 or email: cpage@ricecisd.org https://tmd.texas.gov/texas-challenge-academy 

     

    Texas Connections Academy @ Houston - 1-800-382-6010 A tuition-free Texas virtual school for students in grades 3–12. http://www.connectionsacademy.com/texas-virtual-school 

     

    Texas Department of Assistive & Rehabilitative Services - 520 Central Parkway East, #232, Plano (214) 365-2800 The Vocational Rehabilitation program assists Texans with disabilities in overcoming vocational limitations and enables them to prepare for, find and keep jobs. 

     

    Texas Virtual Academy – 1-866-360-0161 Free online public school courses for students grades 3-12 - http://www.k12.com/txva#.U-zx_cVdWSo 

     

    Winfree Academy/Courage Center– 1661 Gateway Blvd Richardson, TX 75080 (972) 234-9855 Alternative school program focusing on at-risk students grades 9-12. Sessions held from 7:50 AM - 12 PM and 12:30 PM - 4:40 PM. 5 PM - 9:10 PM session available for youth 17+. Courage Center – Held from 7:50-1:00 for youth who have recently been released from a substance abuse treatment facility. These students and parents attend a counseling group once a week and students are drug tested to help maintain sobriety. www.winfreeacademy.com http://cancersupporttexas.org/ 





    GRIEF COUNSELING / SUPPORT GROUPS

     

    Grief Share – Grief recovery support groups http://www.griefshare.org 

    Grief Support Group – 1515 N. Greenville Ave Allen (972) 727–1177 Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM. All ages welcome. For that meeting location contact Dee Liscano at (972) 727-3820. 

    Healing Matters –Medical Center of Plano (972) 519-1588 Grief support group for adults and children Journey of Hope – 3900 West 15th Street, Suite 306, Plano, Texas 75075, (972) 964-1600 Non-profit grief counseling designed to provide assistance through trained volunteers to children & their families who suffer loss due to the death of a parent, sibling, or friend. www.johgriefsupport.org 

    Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas - Available 24/7 at (214) 828-1000 - Survivors of Suicide (SOS) grief group for loved ones left behind after a suicide http://www.sccenter.org/ 

    VNA SafeHaven – Free 8 week group for youth aged 5-18 and their families. To register: (800) 942-9586 or email garnerj@vnatexas.org 

     

    YOUTH SHELTERS

     

    Buckner Children’s Home, Dallas – 1-800-442-4800 CPS placements only for youth birth to 17. http://www.buckner.org/dallas/ 

    My Friend’s House (CITY House) – 902 E. 16th St., Plano, TX, 75074 – (972) 423-7057 30-day shelter for youth aged birth -17. 

    North Texas Youth Connection, 1602 E. Lamar St. Sherman 75090 - (903) 893-4717 or 1-800-868-7776 30-day shelter for youth aged 10-17. 

    Promise House, 224 W. Page Ave. Dallas – (214) 941-8578 30-day shelter for youth aged 6-18. 

     

    OUT-PATIENT SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS

     

    Access Counseling Group – Plano (972) 423-8727 Frisco (972) 905-6574 

    Baylor-Richardson Medical Center Richardson – HELP Line – (972) 498-4717 

    Changes – Intensive Out-Patient and Partial Hospitalization Program for youth and adults – Plano (972) 212-5487 Frisco (469) 850-2040 

    Grace to Change – McKinney (972) 542-2900 Green Oaks Hospital Plano – (972) 985-1599 

    Imagine Program – Intensive Out-Patient Program for youth (13-18) – (972) 423-6007 

    Seay Behavioral Center - Plano, Allen, and Frisco locations – (972) 981-8300 For youth 12-17 – behavioral and substance abuse issues 

    Texas Health Springwood Behavioral Health – Allen – Intensive Outpatient Program for youth and adults (972) 908-2303 

    The Right Step – Intensive Outpatient Program for youth (13-17) (844) 768-0086 

     

    RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT CENTERS 

    A list of all U.S. Mental Health Treatment Centers can be found on SAMHSA’s website: http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov or by calling 1-800-662-HELP.



     BASIC CARE GROUP HOMES 

    For a list of group homes that contract with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, please visit: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/PCS/Residential_Contracts/active_contracts.asp 




    INDEPENDENT LIVING PROGRAMS 

    Blake’s House , Plano – (972) 358-4732 Transitional living program for adult women aged 18-25 who are homeless or have aged out of the foster care system http://blakeshouse.org/index.html 

    C.I.T.Y House – 1947 Ave K, Suite 100 Plano 972-424-4626 Transitional living program for adults aged 18-22. www.cityhouse.org 

    North Texas Youth Connection, Sherman – (903) 893-4717 Transitional living program for adults aged 18-21 http://ntxyouthconnection.org/ 

    Our Friends Place, Dallas – (Women 18-24 yrs) – (214) 520-6268 

    Promise House, Dallas - (214)-941-8578 Transitional living program for individuals aged 16-21 

     

    HOMELESS SHELTERS for Adults and Families

    The following agencies help the homeless and low-income people with basic needs or housing.

     

    Austin Street Shelter for the Homeless, 2929 Hickory Street, Dallas – Overnight Only -(214) 428-4242 City Square, 511 N. Akard, Suite 302 Dallas (469) 904-7060 

    Dallas Life Foundation, 1100 Cadiz St. Dallas, TX (214) 421-1380 

    Day Resource Center, 901 S. Ervay St., Dallas (214) 939-3933 

    Salvation Army, 5302 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas (214) 424-7000

    Samaritan Inn 1710 N. McDonald St., McKinney: (972) 542-5302 

    The Stewpot, 835 Young St, Dallas (214) 746-2785 

    Union Gospel Mission, 3211 Irving Blvd., Dallas 75247 (214) 637-6117 

    Women’s Shelter (HOPE’S DOOR) Plano – Shelter for women and children (location not published) – 24-Hour HOTLINE 972-276-0057 



    EMERGENCY HOUSING

    Dallas Life Foundation: 1100 Cadiz Street, Dallas, TX 75215-1064, Tel: (214) 421-1380 

    Family Promise of Collin County: P.O. Box 1601 Allen, TX 75013 (972) 442-6966 www.familypromiseofcollingcounty.org 

    Housing Crisis Center: 4210 Junius Street, 3rd Floor Suite, Dallas, TX 75246, Tel: (214) 828-4244 www.hccdallas.org 

    Interfaith Housing Coalition: 5600 Ross Avenue, Dallas, TX 75206, Tel: (214) 827.7220 www.interfaithhousingcoalition.org 

    Samaritan Inn (McKinney): 1710 North McDonald Street, McKinney, TX 75069, Tel: (972) 542-5302 

    The Bridge: 1818 Corsicana, Dallas Texas 75201, Tel: (214) 670-1101 https://bridgenorthtexas.org/ For other Emergency Housing resources in your area, call 2-1-1

     

    *Disclaimer: The attached list of individual(s)/agencies is being provided as an informational item for your convenience. The Rockwall Independent School District does not recommend or endorse any of these individual(s)/agencies provided on the attached and will not be held liable or responsible for any services provided by them. As such, the Rockwall Independent School District highly recommends that you conduct your own research and investigation and exercise due diligence before selecting any of these individual(s)/agencies for services.