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considering a resource. Every effort is made to ensure listings are up to date, but if you see an error feel free to call the Special Services Family Center at (956) 547-6672,

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Adaptive Equipment/Medical Supplies …………………………………………………………….. P.3

Community Health Care …………………………………………………………………………………….. P.3

Educational and Developmental Resources ……………………………………………………….. P.4

General Community Resources (Food, Rent, Housing,) ………………………………………. P.4

Medicaid Waiver Programs ………………………………………………………………………………… P.7

Mental Health Services/Counseling ……………………………………………………………………. P.7

Other Services ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. P.10

Parent Education/ Support and Advocacy ………………………………………………………….. P.11

State and Federal Programs/ Offices ………………………………………………………………….. P.13

Transition Resources ………………………………………………………………………………………….. P.14

Transportation …………………………………………………………………………………………………… P.15

Page 2ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT / MEDICAL SUPPLIES: Valley Orthopedic

890 PoincianaBorder Mobility San Benito, Texas 785861201 W. Houston Ave (956) 399-2332McAllen, Texas 78501(956) 683-1283 COMMUNITY HEALTH CARE:

Brownsville DME BISD Campus Care Centers 254 E. Elizabeth St. Lucio Middle SchoolBrownsville, Texas 78520 300 N. Vermillion(956) 986-0255 Brownsville, Texas 78521

(956) 838-6604

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Gulf Prosthetic Skinner Elementary155 Uptown Ave Ste. B 411 W. St. CharlesBrownsville, Texas 78520 Brownsville, Texas 78521(956) 541-8419 (956) 548-8845

BISD Campus Care CentersHanger Clinic provides health care1647 Treasure Hills Blvd services to the childrenHarlingen, Texas 78550 who attend BISD. They accept(956) 428-1160 Medicaid, CHIP, and private

insurance. Services will not beKids DME refused due to inability to pay.2050 N. ExpresswayBrownsville, Texas 78521 Brownsville Community(956) 554-4900 Health Center

191 E. Price RdM and M DME Brownsville, Texas 78521864 Central Blvd (956) 548-7400Brownsville, Texas 78520 BCHC provides primary health care(956) 550-9900 social services for adults and

children. They accept MedicaidNational Seating and Mobility Medicare, CHIP, and2037 Industrial Dr. income sliding fee scale.McAllen, Texas 78504(956)994-8405 Su Clinica Familiar

105 E. Alton GloorNumotion Brownsville, Texas 78526120 N. 20th St. Ste. A (956) 831-8338McAllen, Texas 78501 The clinic provides comprehensive(956)971-8646 or (800)701-8646 medical services, dental services

and social services for adults and children. They accept Medicare

South Texas Monitoring Systems Medicaid, private insurance, and1601 E. Alton Gloor Blvd. sliding fee scale discount. Brownsville, Texas 78526 Page 31(800) 952-8141

Cameron County Indigent General Community Health Program Resources: 800 W Jefferson St. Ste. 180 211 - Information & referral forBrownsville, Texas 78520 various needs (utilities, rent,(956) 389- 3672 or clothing, housing)1390 W. Expressway 83San Benito, Texas 78586 Brownsville Housing Authority(956) 247-3685 2606 Boca Chica BlvdProvides basic medical care to Brownsville, Texas 78520residents of Cameron County who (956) 541-8315are uninsured and do not qualify Housing for low income familiesfor state and federal programs. Public and Section 8 housing

Educational and Buckner STAR Children andDevelopmental Services Family Services

1713 E. Tyler, Ste E.BISD Special Services Harlingen, Texas 785502467 E. Price Rd (956) 423-7909Brownsville, Texas 78521 1 (888) 599-0759(956) 548-8400 Provides services for at-risk youth

including short term counselingEarly Childhood Intervention crisis intervention, case planning405 E. Levee St. emergency residential placementBrownsville, Texas 78520 and follow up services. FREE(956) 504-9422Provides services for children 0-3 Cameron County Housingwith developmental delays. Authority

65 Castellano CircleLos Ninos Head Start Program Brownsville, Texas 78521402 W. Robertson St. (956) 541-4983San Benito, Texas 78586 Housing for low income families(956) 399-9944 Public and Section 8 HousingFederal program that promotesschool readiness of children ages Cameron/Willacy Countybirth to 5 for low income families. Community ProjectsCall main number for a Head Start 1144 Professional Drivenear you. Brownsville, Texas 78520

(956) 544-6411Texas Migrant Council Assists with utility bills. SlidingHead Start Program fee scale. Eligibility is based on6225 Boca Chica Blvd income requirements fromBrownsville, Texas 78521 funding sources. See Multi Service(956) 831-6494 Center Directory for a center nearHead Start Program for you.migrant children.

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Multi-Service Center Directory: Food Bank of RGV724 N. Cage Blvd

Cameron Park MSC Pharr, Texas 785772224 Delia N. Isabel 1(877) 682-8443 main numberBrownsville, Texas 78526 Provides emergency food to families.(956) 544-6631 Please call main number to findGarden Park MSC a local food pantry.624 W. St. FrancisBrownsville, Texas 78521 Friendship of Women, Inc.(956) 541-1418 95 E. Price Rd.Lucio MSC Brownsville, Texas 785211035 E. 11th St. (956) 544-7412 - hotlineBrownsville, Texas 78520 Provides 24 hour hotline for victims(956) 542-3338 of domestic violence and sexualSenior Citizens MSC assault. Other services include45 N. Coria St. temporary shelter, counseling andBrownsville, Texas 78521 advocacy for women and children.(956) 544-2767Southmost MSC Good Neighbor Settlement2435 Southmost Rd. HouseBrownsville, Texas 78521 1254 E Tyler St.(956) 541-3176 Brownsville, Texas 78521Valle Escondido MSC (956) 542-23689901 California Rd. Meals for the homeless, emergencyBrownsville, Texas 78521 food and clothing, educational and(956) 832-0905 recreational programs for community

youth.Catholic Social Services955 W. Price Rd.Brownsville, Texas 78520 Goodwill Ministries(956) 541-0221 1765 Ruben Torres Blvd.Provides social services including Brownsville, Texas 78521counseling, prescriptions, funeral (956) 504-9136assistance, aid for fire loss, utility A thrift store selling, used clothingassistance, food, clothing, and furniture and household items. immigration; sliding fee forcounseling and immigration. Habitat for Humanity

1718 Boca Chica BlvdChild Care Management Services Brownsville, Texas 78520(through Workforce Solutions) (956) 550-9020851 Old Alice Rd. Nonprofit Christian ministry thatBrownsville, Texas 78520 builds homes or repairs homes with(956) 546-3141 people in need.Provides assistance with child care expenses for individuals working orattending school. Low income families. Page 5

Homeless Youth Project(BISD) Salvation Army708 Palm Blvd. 119 E. MonroeBrownsville, Texas 78520 Harlingen, Texas 78550(956) 544-6612 (956) 423-2454(956) 698-0147 Assists residents of Cameron CountyAssures homeless children are with emergency food, and clothingenrolled in school and basic needs furniture for victims of house fire are met.

Women, Infants, and ChildrenInfant Nutrition Program Program (WIC)First United Methodist Church Provides supplemental foods,1225 Boca Chica Blvd. healthcare referrals, nutritionBrownsville, Texas 78521 education. Support to low-(956) 541-9250 income pregnant, breastfeeding,(956) 561-6455 HELP Line and postpartum women, and infantsOffers Free breast-feeding classes and children up to age 5. and parent nutrition classes.

WIC Centers: In His Steps Browne WIC ClinicFirst United Methodist Church 9901 California Rd1225 Boca Chica Blvd. Brownsville, Texas 78521Brownsville, Texas 78521 1(888) 942-4847Provides shoe vouchers for needy children.Dire need and BISD students only. Cameron Park WIC Clinic

2102 Gregory Ave.Lifeline - AT&T Brownsville, Texas 78526reduced telephone service for 1(888) 942-4847 low-income families1(800) 464-7928 Fruity WIC Clinic

4430 E. 14th ST Ste. COzanam Center Brownsville, Texas 78521656 N. Minnesota 1(888) 942-4847Brownsville, Texas 78521(956) 831-6331 Garden Plaza WIC ClinicTemporary shelter and meals for 1225 N. Expressway Ste. 2Dthe homeless. Open to all Brownsville, Texas 78520individuals 24 hours a day. 1(888) 942-4847

Planned Parenthood Lucio WIC Clinic870 E. Alton Gloor 1204 Jose Colunga Jr. St.Brownsville, Texas 78526 Brownsville, Texas 78521(956) 546-4571 1(888) 942-4847Provides family planning counseling, and health services.

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Medicaid Waiver Programs: HCS - Home & Community-basedDepartment of Aging and Services ProgramDisability Services (DADS) Individuals with intellectualLong Term Assistance. These disabilities (all ages) Some servicesprograms have long waiting list provided are Case management,(years long) and should call and adaptive aids, Day Habilitation,

place name on the interest list foster/companion care, nursing,at phone numbers provided. supported employment and living

(956) 547-5512 Blanca GutierrezStar Plus WaiverProgram used to be (CBA) MDCP - Medically Dependent

Individuals must have a Children's Programskilled nursing need, and Individuals with a skilled nursingage 21 or older. Some services need. (children up to age 21)CBA provides are nursing, case Some services provided aremanagement, respite care, case management, minor homePersonal Assistance Services modifications, respite care,and adaptive aids. transition assistance, adjunct1(866) 670-2424 services.

1(877) 438-5658CLASS - Community Living Assistance & Support ServicesProgram Mental Health Services/ Individuals with a diagnosis Counseling:of Developmental Disabilities/Related Conditions (all ages) Bienestar Counseling CenterSome services provided are 2035 E. Price Rd. Ste. 5nursing, case management, Respite Brownsville, Texas 78521care, support family services, and (956) 542-2536supported employment. Provides individual, marriage, and1(877) 438-5658 family counseling for adults,

adolescents and childrenDB-MD - Deaf/Blind MultipleDisabilities Program BISD Family CentersIndividuals must be deaf-blind and 855 Palm Blvd.have another disability that impairs Brownsville, Texas 78521independent functioning; have (956) 548-8251either an intellectual disability or Guidance Department assistinga related condition. Ages 18 or older families learn skills to live aSome services provided are healthy and positive lives.nursing, case management, School counselors are availablerespite care, Day Habilitation, during the school year. Orientation and Mobility

1(877) 438-5658

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Cascada Counseling Center Dr. John Gouldy -1034 Old Port Isabel Rd. Ste. 4 PsychiatristBrownsville, Texas 78521 3505 Boca Chica Blvd Ste. 110(956) 621-2034 or 621-4093 Brownsville, Texas 78521Provides family and substance (956) 234-3825 or (956)544-3191abuse counseling, and Provides services to adults andparent workshops. Accepts children.Medicaid, CHIP and privateinsurance. Ebony Center

2905 Central Blvd. Ste. CCatholic Social Services Brownsville, Texas 78520955 W. Price Rd. (956) 546-6100Brownsville, Texas 78521 Provides counseling for adults,(956) 541-0220 adolescents and children. AcceptsProvides individual counseling Medicaid, CHIPS and some privateon a sliding fee scale. Need a insurances. Contact - Anna Gomez photo ID or birth certificate

Infinity Counseling CenterCommunity Counseling Clinic 2390 Central Blvd. Ste. LUTB Brownsville, Texas 785211.210 Education and Business (956) 371-2240Complex Provides counseling services forUniversity Drive adolescents and children. AcceptsBrownsville, Texas 78520 Medicaid or private insurance.(956) 882 7792 Contact - Casey MonroeProvides Individual and groupcounseling FREE. Services are New Beginnings Behavioralprovided by practicum students Health Servicesfrom UTB Counseling Department 1215 S. Expressway 281Hours: Monday - Thursday 5-9pm Edinburg, Texas 78539during academic semesters. (956)381-1189

Provides substance abuseDr. James Freeberg - treatment for adolescents agesPsychologists 10-18. Accept Medicaid, CHIPS866 W. Price Rd. and some private insurance.Brownsville, Texas 78520(956) 546-0363 Origins Drug and AlcoholProvides services to adults, Recovery Centersand children 5 years and up. 4610 Padre Blvd.Accepts Medicare, Medicaid, South Padre Island, Texas 78597CHIPS and most private Provides a comprehensiveinsurance plans. continuum of individualized

alcohol and drug addiction treatment services for adults (18 and up).

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Palmer Drug Abuse Program struggling with alcohol and drug1275 Cottonwood use. S.C.A.N. serves 18 year olds asBrownsville, Texas 78521 long as they're enrolled in school(956) 544-3333Provides Individual, group and South Texas Behavioral Healthfamily counseling for those Centeraffected by substance abuse. 864 Central Blvd., Ste. 500B

Brownsville, Texas 78521Recovery Center of Cameron (956) 350-3683County 1(888) 977-1400700 E. Levee St., Ste.101 Provides a comprehensive rangeBrownsville, Texas 78521 of behavioral health services.(956) 548-0028 Appointments required. AcceptsTreatment services for ages 18 Medicaid, Medicare, insuranceand over affected by substance and private pay. abuse. Accepts Medicaid, andprivate insurance. South Texas Counseling &

Psychological TestingRenaissance Behavioral Center 3505 Boca Chica Blvd., Ste. 1495510 Raphael Dr. Brownsville, Texas 78521Edinburg, Texas 78539 (956) 504-1215 - office(956) 362-HELP (4357) (956) 455-5983 - CellSpecializes in dealing with child Provides counseling servicesand adolescent psychiatric for adults, adolescents andproblems, including ADHD, children. Accepts Medicaid,Depression, Substance Abuse, private pay and most insurancesConduct problems, Anxiety Contact - Roberto DeAnda Disorders, as well as otherpsychiatric illnesses. Starlite Recovery Center

230 Mesa Verde Dr. EastRGV Council (Now known as Center Point, Texas 78010Behavioral Health Solutions of 1(800) 292-0148South Texas ) Provides inpatient treatment for5510 N. Cage Blvd. chemical dependency and mentalPharr, Texas 78577 health services for adolescent1(866) 484-9689 males ages 13-18. Most majorProvides counseling and assessments insurances accepted, private payto persons addicted to alcohol/drugs Tri-Care, and CHIPS.

for youth and adults. Sliding fee scale.

S.C.A.N. (Serving Children and Adolescents in Need)705 W. Jefferson St. Brownsville, TX 78520 (956) 544-3095 Presentations on drug abuse and dependency;

outpatient services for adolescents (13-17) Page 9

Tropical Texas Behavioral Brownsville Literacy CenterHealth 245 E. Levee St.861 Old Alice Rd. Brownsville, Texas 78520Brownsville, Texas 78520 (956) 542-8080(956) 546-2230 Family Literacy Project, English1(877) 289-7199 Crisis Hotline as a Second Language, ComputerOutpatient treatment for mental Skills Training Program health issues such as depressionand anxiety. Accepts Medicaid and Make-A-Wish Foundationsliding fee scale. Call to schedule 1(800) 722-WISH (9474)intake. Organization dedicated to

fulfilling the wishes of childrenValley Baptist Behavioral (2 1/2 - 18) who have beenHealth Facility diagnosed with a life threatening1 Ted Hunt Blvd. illness or disability.Brownsville, Texas 78521(956) 698-4700 Monica's HouseProvide inpatient and outpatient 1365 FM 511services to adults. Services include Brownsville, Texas 78526psychiatric, physical and (956) 986-2770psychosocial assessments, Provides services to children 2 todiagnosis and treatment. 17 years old to assist in the

interviewing process of sexually and physically abused children.

Other Services: Moody Clinic1901 E. 22nd St.

American Red Cross Brownsville, Texas 78520South Texas Chapter (956) 542-85046914 W. Expressway 83 Provides Speech, Physical, andHarlingen, Texas 78552 Occupational Therapy to children(956) 423-0523 from birth to 21 years of age.Provides assistance to families Accept Medicaid, Blue Cross/Bluein the face of emergencies , such as Shield. Uninsured children accepted disaster relief, shelter, andcontacting loved ones in the Military. Ronald McDonald House

1720 Treasure Hills Blvd.BISD Adult Education Harlingen, Texas 78550Department (956)412-7200708 Palm Blvd. 3402 Fort Worth St.Brownsville, Texas 78520 Corpus Christi, Texas 78411(956) 548-8175 (361) 854-4073Provides GED and English as a Provides a home away from homeSecond Language Classes. for families of critically ill children

receiving treatments in area

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Texas Elks Children's Services Inc. VAC provides education on1(800) 880-7561 prevention of AIDS,www.texaselks.org case management for familiesProvides medical equipment to living with HIV/AIDS. FREE eligible children who have noother funding source to pay for Youth Build U.S.A.items needed. Apply with local 815 Arthur St.Elks Lodge- call for location Brownsville, Texas 78521nearest you. (956) 548-2302

Youth Build through theTexas Rural Legal Aid Community Development531 E. St. Francis Corporation of BrownsvilleBrownsville, Texas 78520 provides a GED and construction(956) 982-5540 - local office program for 16-24 years of age.1(888) 988-9996 new referrals FREE.or a t Brownsville Community Health CenterBrownsville, Texas 78521 Parent Education/Support (956) 548-7000 and Advocacy: for Patients of the Center onlyFree legal Services for low-incomefamilies. ARC of Texas

(512) 454-6694UnitedHealthCare Children's http://www.thearcoftexas.org Foundation - Family Grants Provides advocacy, training, andhttp://uhccf.org information and referral forOffering grants (up to $5,000) to people with intellectual disabilitieshelp children who need critical and developmental disabilitieshealth care treatment, services or and their families. equipment which is not coveredor fully covered by their parents' Autism Nowhealth care benefit plans. For 1(855) 828-8476children 16 years or younger. http://www.autismnow.org Application has to be completed National Autism Resource andonline. Information Center.

Valley Aids Council Autism Society of America2360 Camelot Plaza http://www.autism-society.org Harlingen, Texas 78550 Provides education, resources and(956) 428-2653- Clinic support for individuals on the857 E. Washington., Ste. G autism spectrum and theirBrownsville, Texas 78520 families.(956) 541-2600- Education and Prevention

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BISD Special Services Parents Supporting Parents of2467 E. Price Rd Children with Autism & otherBrownsville, Texas 78520 Related Disorders (PSP)(956) 548-8400 512 Victoria Ln Ste.14Monthly Parent Support Harlingen, Texas 78550Group Meetings during (956)230-2809academic year. (Kids Korner Rehab)

Monthly support groupsChildren and Adults with meetings for parents of childrenAttention-Deficit/Hyperactivity with Autism and other relatedDisorder (CHADD) disorders.1(800) 233-4050 https://www.chadd.org RGV Down SyndromeProvide support, education/ Associationtraining, advocacy for individuals 2154 Katherine Ave,with ADHD and their families. Edinburg, Texas 78539Have online trainings and (956) 314-0821resources. http://rgvdsa.org

Provides advocacy, and supportCompassionate Friends for individuals with Down syndromeMcAllen Chapter and their families.Contact - Irishttp://www.comapssionatefriends.org Texas Department of Assistive(956) 566-2426 and Rehabilitative ServicesProvides support groups for Division for Blind Servicesparents who have suffered a 1812 W. Jefferson Ave.loss of a child. Harlingen, Texas 78550

(956) 366-3600Down By the Border assists blind or visually impaired15 W. Madison Ste. A individuals and their families.Brownsville, Texas 78520 Depending upon their needs, DBS(956) 541-2085 offers services to help regainProvide support to individuals independence. with Down syndrome and theirfamilies through advocacy, public Texas Hands & Voicesawareness. (936) 463-TXHV (8948)

www.txhandsandvoices.org Epilepsy Foundation of Central offers support, information &and South Texas resources in an unbiased manner1(888) 606-5353 to families with children whowww.efcst.org are deaf or hard of hearing.Provides support, education and clinics for people diagnosed with epilepsy. Local clinic locatedin Harlingen at the Regional Page 12Academic Health Center.

Texas Parent to Parent Department of Assistive and1(866) 896-6001 Rehabilitative Services (DARS)http://www.txp2p.org Division of Blind Services Provides a variety of resources Services for the Blind andeducation, training to parents, Visually Impaired from birth tofamily, and others who share an adult at 1812 W. Jefferson Aveinterest in improving lives of Harlingen, Texas 78550children with a disability, (956) 366-3600 or (800)628-5115chronic illness, or special health www.dars.state.tx.us/dbs/ care needs.

Texas Rehabilitation Commission Tip of Texas Family Outreach 3505 Boca Chica., Ste. 251455 E. Levee St. Brownsville, Texas 78521Brownsville, Texas 78521 (956) 544-8920 or (800)628-5115(956) 541-5566 www.dars.state.tx.us/drs/ Provides parenting classes,community resources, support Office for Deaf and Hard of and prevention of abuse Hearing and neglect. (800)-628-5115

TTY (512)407-3251Valley Autism Support Team www.dars.state.tx.us/dhhs/ (VAST)Contacts Lorena Gonzalez 579-7547 Department of FamilyStacy Rodriguez 459-6774 and Protective ServicesMeet monthly last Tuesday of 1060 Mackintosh Dr.the month at Hidden Talents Brownsville, Texas 78520Academy in Brownsville, Texas (956) 546-5591 local office

1(800) 252-5400 hotlineDFPS protect children, elderly and

State and Federal Programs/ people with disabilities from

Offices: abuse and neglect. To make areport use the hotline number24 hours a day.

Office of the Attorney GeneralChild Support Division Department of Health and1900 N. Expressway., Ste.K Human ServicesBrownsville, Texas 78521 2345 Price Rd1(800) 252-8014 Brownsville, Texas 78521(956) 544-1751 (956) 544-5870 or

1000 W. Price Rd.Social Security Administration Brownsville, Texas 785203115 Central Blvd. (956) 554-5500Brownsville, Texas 78520 To apply for Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP(956) 574-7498 local office (food stamps) and TANF go to1(800) 772-1213 start application https://www.yourtexasbenefits.com process and schedule appointment. Medicaid Buy-In Programto apply for SS or SSI benefits Page 13 call 211 or HHSC office to apply

Children's Health Insurance Transition Resources: Plan (CHIP)1(877) 543-7669http://chipmedicaid.org/ ARC of Texas

(512) 454-6694Department of State Health http://www.thearcoftexas.org Services:601 Sesame Dr. BISD Special ServicesHarlingen, Texas 78550 2467 E. Price RdPersonal Care Services Brownsville, Texas 78520

for individuals 21 and under (956) 548-84001-888-276-0702 to make John Blackburninitial referral. Disability Services - UTBChildren with Special Health 1 West University Blvd.Care Needs (CSHCN) Cortez Hall 129Assists children with Brownsville, Texas 78520extraordinary medical needs, (956) 882-7374disabilities, and chronic conditions http://www.utb.edu/sa/ability/ CSHCN assists medical care,family support services, and Got Transition - Center forother related services not Health Care Transitioncovered by Medicaid, CHIP Improvementsprivate insurance, or other third http://www.gottransition.org party payor. To apply go to localoffice or to website Guide Dogs of Texas, Inc.www.dshs.state.tx.us/cshcn/default.shtm 1503 Allena Dr.Children and Pregnant Women (CPW) San Antonio, Texas 78213Case Management services for (210) 366-4081pregnant women and children 1(800) 831-9231birth to 20 years of age, who Providing guide dogs to Texanshave Medicaid, a health problem who are visually impaired toor at a high risk for getting health enhance their mobility andproblems. For a case manager independence. call Texas Health Steps at1(877) 847-8377 M-F from 8-8pm National Center on Secondarywww.dshs.state.tx.us/caseman Education and Transition

http://www.ncset.org Texas Workforce Commission851 Old Alice Rd. National Secondary TransitionBrownsville, Texas 78520 Technical Assistance Center(956) 546-3141 http://www.nsttac.org Offers services to individuals seeking employment as well as unemployment benefits if qualify.

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Region One Education Tropical Texas BehavioralService Center Health1900 W. Schunior 861 Old Alice Rd.Edinburg, Texas 78541 Brownsville, Texas 78520(956)984-6000 (956) 546-2230Provides training for parents 1(877) 289-7199 Crisis Hotlineand educators on transition Provide services through Skillsplanning as well as resources. Training Services and Supportedwww.esc1.net Employment under Adult mental

Services. Other programs areTexas Department of Assistive are the Home & Communityand Rehabilitation Services(DARS) Based(HCS) (Medicaid Wavier),Assists people with disabilities Autism Vocational Services,prepare for, find and keep jobs. Intermediate Care Facilities forWork related services are individuals with intellectualindividualized and may include and developmental disabilities,counseling, training, medical Vocational Supported Employmenttreatment, assistive devices, and Supported Living.and job placement. Some of the http://www.ttbh.org programs are VocationalRehabilitation Program, Valley Association forTransition Services for Persons Independent Livingwho are Blind or Visually Impaired, 3012 N. McColl Rd.and Services for the Deaf or Hard of McAllen, Texas 78501Hearing. For more information please 1(866)400-8245visit website Provides services to assisthttp://www.dars.state.tx.us individuals with disabilities

to live more independently.Texas Parent to Parent: Serves the Rio Grande ValleyA Pathway to Adulthood http://www.vailrgv.org www.txp2p.org/parents/pathway.html

Texas Project FirstTransportation:

http://www.texasprojectfirst.org Brownsville Metro SystemThe city bus service that offers

Think College - College Options reduced fares for students, seniors,for People with Intellectual and individuals with disabilities,Disabilities. It also provides a origin-to-http://www.thinkcollege.net destination service for qualified

individuals with disabilities.Transition in Texas (956)541-4881http://www.transitionintexas.org

Medicaid Transportation1(877)633-8747Call at least 48 hours in advance

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