NEW Texas Rent Relief Program!
Launching Monday, February 15, 2021
The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs announced this week a new rent and utilities relief program to provide $1 billion of assistance to families in need as a result of COVID-19! The Texas Rent Relief Program launches Monday, February 15 at 8 AM (CST). You can apply online at TexasRentRelief.com or by phone at 1-833-9TX-RENT (1-833-989-7368). Phone has multiple language options. The program can help renters with bills as far back as March 13, 2020.
Applicants do NOT need to apply through CCFW! The only way to apply is through TDHCA, either online or by phone. Visit their website in advance to prepare to apply on Monday at 8 AM!
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We are here to give you hope!
While our office is not taking walk-in appointments due to safety and precautions surrounding the coronavirus crisis, please know that we are still open and available to assist you during this time of need.
How We Can Help
Crisis Assistance:
Financial assistance for rent and utilities, gift card distribution for food and basic necessities, SNAP enrollment assistance, and case management assistance.
Contact: Call our Community Care Team at 817.534.0814 and follow the menu options.
Transportation:
Transportation for employment, medical, education, public benefits offices and quality of life trips. Please note there is a small fee.
Contact: To learn more or schedule a ride, call 817.336.8714
Immigration Services:
We cover all areas of family-based immigration, humanitarian relief, and citizenship services.
Contact: To learn more, visit www.ccfwimmigration.com, call 817.289.4399, or email ics@ccdofw.org.
Dental Clinic:
Though our Dental Clinic is closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, we plan to reopen for emergency needs April 6th. This timeline could change due to the evolving situation, but we will be checking the voicemail.
Contact: Call 817.600.1461.
If we cannot help you, we will work to find someone who can and provide referrals to our many community partners.