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CASA for the Cross
Timbers Area, Inc. –
Mission is
to train and supervise community volunteers to be a voice for abused and
neglected children who are in the court system.
CASA believes that each child has the right to
a safe, loving and permanent home.
We train and supervise community volunteers to
speak out for the best interest of abused and neglected children in court
proceedings so that they can be permanently placed in a nurturing
environment as quickly as possible. In
2008, 58 children from
Mission is providing hope, help and healing through direct services to victims of crime, particularly crimes relating to family violence, sexual assault and child abuse. CTFS is a non-residential violence
center, but provides access to emergency shelter for victims.
In 2008 direct services were provided to 316
county residents and 74 individuals in outlying areas, educational programs
to 1160 students and professional training to 254 professionals in the field
of victim services.
Mission is to provide financial
assistance to the needy in the
Mission is to provide house
repair and needed upgrades to needy or elderly residents in
Mission is to provide a well-run, well-maintained senior center where our citizens can socialize and participate in recreation, education, and health activities of interest to them. In 2008 more than 261 seniors participated in services.
Emergency Food & Shelter Program
– Is a Federal Program
administrated by Meals on Wheels to a non-target population providing
financial aid to families in crisis for rent, mortgage, utilities, emergency
shelter and food. ECUW
supplements this funding if needed.
In 2008 financial aid was provided to 70
families in
Is committed to providing
high-quality, relevant outreach and continuing educational program and
services to the people of
Exists to promote the welfare of
the children of the county.
We recognize that the responsibility for the
will being of a child rests on the parents of the child, and not on the
government.
In situations where CPS had determined that
the parents are unwilling or unable to provide for the physical needs and
basic safety of their children or are an active threat to the safety and
emotional well being of their children, we exist to promote the well being
of these children, since they can not protect themselves.
In 2008, 590 children under the age of 18 were
served along with 636 parents or grandparents.
Mission is to work in partnership with God and people from all places and walks of life in developing communities with God’s people in need by building and renovating houses. 68 individual family members were served in 2008.
Erath County Senior Citizens -
dba Meals on Wheels –
Was formed to engage in and
promote all activities and projects necessary to improve the economic,
physical, educational, recreational and mental welfare of senior citizens
that are residents of the county.
The agency provides the home-delivered meal,
transportation and nutritional services to all eligible residents.
338 residents were served in 2008.
Builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. In 2008 146 girls under 18 and 48 adults participated in various programs and services.
H.O.P.E., Inc. – (Helping Other
People Effectively) Assist the needy residents of
Heart of A humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. 387 county residents were served in 2008, including victims of fire and armed forces.
The Provides a
safe venue by which children can be exchanged for visitations between parent
or guardian without interaction between the parties.
Two levels of visitation are offered,
Observational Supervision and Interactive Supervision.
This is a 2nd
year program offered to residents of Star Council on Substance Abuse –
Provides
substance abuse education and treatment to individuals, families and
communities that empower them to choose a substance free lifestyle.
1,003
Is a
Mission is to provide training and experience at the higher education level for students who wish to work in the therapeutic riding industry and to provide therapeutic riding opportunities for individuals with special need in the local community. 75 clients received therapeutic riding for FY 2008.
The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare
young people to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling in
them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. In 2008, 369 scouts under age 18 and 162 adults were
involved in various programs or projects.
Purpose is to provide after-school care supervision for elementary children whose parents have limited income, in order to promote school achievement and good citizenship. Single parents in our community find this program a tremendous benefit. Licensed, trained adults will plan and provide after-school transportation, assistance with homework, healthy snacks, socialization, art activities and recreation in a safe environment. 70 children (ages 5-11) were enrolled in the 2008 program.
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