Community Services
Legal & Court Self-Help Resources
TexasLawHelp.org – Free, reliable legal information, guides, and court forms for divorce, custody, protective orders, custody modifications, expunctions, driver’s licenses, and more. texaslawhelp.org
Texas Court Help Resources – Official state court help resources including self-help legal materials, e-filing info, law library access, and step-by-step court guidance. https://texascourthelp.gov/resources
Family & Protective Services
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) – State agency for reporting
suspected abuse or neglect and obtaining child & elder protective services. (800) 252-5400.
Mental Health & Crisis Services
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or Text: 988
Free, confidential 24/7 support for anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis.
Crisis Text Line – Text: HOME to 741741
Free, confidential support via text 24/7.
Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (HOTBHN) – Crisis Line – 1-866-752-3451
24/7 crisis support, intervention services, and behavioral health assistance in the Heart of Texas region (including Bosque, McLennan, Hill, Limestone counties).
Mobile Crisis Outreach Teams (MCOT) – Call 2-1-1 and ask for local MCOT
Face-to-face mental health crisis support anywhere in the community.
Community Health & Social Service Support
Heart of Texas 2-1-1 (Area Info Center) – Dial 2-1-1 (Free)
Connect to services for food and shelter, utility help, childcare, eldercare, social services, and more — available 24/7.
Family Abuse Center – 24-Hour Hotline: 1-800-283-8401
Support and shelter services for victims of domestic violence, including counseling, case management, and safety planning.
Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network – Adult & Youth Services
Centralized behavioral and emotional support services: HOTBHN Main Clinic (254) 752-3451, 1200 Clifton St., Waco, TX 76704.
Community & Development Organizations
Prosper Waco – Phone: (254) 741-0081
A community-wide initiative working to improve education, health, and economic security for all residents in the Waco area. Email: community@prosperwaco.org.
The Cove/Waco Community Resource Network (via local directories)
Connects residents with services such as housing help, employment assistance, and community support (refer clients to local network info).
CARENet of Central Texas – (254) 753-4593
Pregnancy support, counseling, and related community resources (300 South 15th St., Waco,
TX).
NeighborWorks Waco – (254) 752-1647
Community development and neighborhood support (922 Franklin Ave., Waco, TX 76701).
Salvation Army Waco & Shepherd’s Heart Pantry – (254) 722-9517
Food, clothing, and assistance for families in need.
Waco Area Resource Guide – Comprehensive community services and support programs in the Waco area, including youth, health, social, and legal support resources.
National Crisis & Advocacy Hotlines
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (alternative number) – 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Connects you with local crisis centers for immediate emotional support.
National Human Trafficking Hotline – 1-888-373-7888 or Text 233733
Support and reporting related to human trafficking situations.
National Runaway Safeline – 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929)
Support for youth experiencing crisis, running away, or difficult home situations.