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Health & Human Services - Family Support Services

Emergency Assistance

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Requirements

Assistance is not guaranteed, receiving services depends on:

  • If funds are available
  • If you meet the income guidelines
  • If you bring all the required paperwork
  • How recently you've received services in the past

Family Support Services Staff will review all information to determine whether you are eligible for services.

What Help Is Available?

Emergency Help:

  • Rent/Mortgage Assistance
  • Utility Assistance
  • Food Vouchers
  • Clothes Closet *
  • Food Pantry
  • Prescriptions
  • Indigent Burials (downtown only)
  • Emergency out-of-town Transportation (on a limited basis)
  • Medical Access Program (MAP)

Other Services available at Sites:

  • Community Meeting Place *
  • Senior Lunch Program *
  • Social Work Services
  • Notary Public
  • Seasonal Events *
  • Youth Activities *
  • Coats for Kids Referrals *
  • MAP Health Clinics *

Americans with Disabilities Act

Travis County is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request.

 
Last Modified:
Tuesday, January 17, 2012 11:21 AM


* Available at select locations