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westaid@sbcglobal.net
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Emergency Food
Provided to over 8,000 individuals a year. Families seek help due to a temporary crisis because of a job loss, theft of resources, illness, or other short-term crises. Picture ID, and a current utility bill for proof of address are required, and people can receive aid every 90 days.
Monthly Food Assistance Provides food on a monthly basis. These persons are usually over retirement age or disabled on a low fixed-income where income is equal to or less than expenses. When funds are available, assistance in paying utility bills is done by appointment. Currently only TXU electric, Fort Worth Water and Gas, and Benbrook Water and Gas. No rent assistance.
School Supplies and Uniform Shirts Provided for children through neighborhood schools and distributed by counselors and teachers. Holiday Meals are available during November or December.
Local Transportation When possible, we provide assistance in the form of local public transportation bus passes for employment travel and confirmed medical needs. Gasoline vouchers are available for a confirmed job. Picture ID, current utility bill for proof of address and current pay check stub for proof of employment are required. |
