Crisis Resources

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or Text 988

For yourself or a loved one in emotional distress

Crisis Text Line Text: 741741 Free 24/7 from anywhere in the USA

 

National Human Trafficking Hotline

Call: 888-373-7888

Veterans Crisis Line  

Call 988, Press 1

Call: 800-273-8255, Press 1

For Deaf: 800-799-4889

 

NAMI

Call: 800-950-6264

Suicide Prevention Lifeline:

Call: 800-273-8255

 

National Youth Crisis Hotline

Call: 800-442-4673

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Trevor Project

Call: 866-488-7386

Text: 202-304-1200

LGBTQ+ Support/Crisis

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Substance Use Resources

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National Institute on Drug Abuse Hotline

Call: 800-662-4357

Alcohol Abuse Helpline

Call: 1-877-232-9895

Available 24/7

 

Texas Youth Hotline

Call: 800-989-6884

 

Domestic Violence and Family Safety

The following services are solely focused on Abuse/Violence.

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Friendship of Women
Provides support and services for individuals and families affected by domestic violence and sexual assault.
24-Hour Crisis Hotline: 956-544-7412
Website: www.fowinc.com

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National Domestic Violence Hotline

Call: 800-799-7233

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National Child Abuse Hotline

Call: 800-422-4453

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National Sexual Assault Hotline

Call: 800-656-4673

General Community Resources

2-1-1 Texas
A free resource connecting individuals and families with local services for housing, food, healthcare, employment, transportation, financial assistance, education, mental health, substance use, and other needs.
Phone: 2-1-1 or 877-541-7905
Website: 211 Texas (211 Texas)

Food, Basic Needs & Homelessness

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Good Neighbor Settlement House
Provides meals, food pantry services, clothing, showers, laundry, case management, housing referrals, benefits assistance, employment support, and referrals to medical and mental health services.
Phone: 956-542-2368
Address: 1254 E. Tyler St., Brownsville, TX 78520
Website: Good Neighbor Settlement House (GNSH | Brownsville)

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Ozanam Center
Provides assistance to individuals and families experiencing homelessness or financial hardship, including food and basic-needs assistance.
Phone: 956-831-6331
Address: 656 N. Minnesota Ave., Brownsville, TX 78521
Website: Ozanam Center (Texas Epidemic Public Health Institute)

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Housing

Brownsville Housing Authority
Provides information regarding public housing and Housing Choice Voucher/Section 8 programs in Brownsville.
Phone: 956-504-1910
Address: 2602 Boca Chica Blvd., Brownsville, TX 78521
Website: Brownsville Housing Authority

 

Cameron County Housing Authority
Provides affordable housing and Housing Choice Voucher resources for eligible Cameron County residents.
Phone: 956-541-4983
Address: 65 Castellano Cir., Brownsville, TX 78526

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CDCB – Come Dream. Come Build.
Provides housing counseling, affordable housing resources, homebuyer education, financial education, credit counseling, and other housing-related services.
Phone: 956-541-4955
Address: 901 E. Levee St., Brownsville, TX 78520
Website: CDCB – Come Dream. Come Build. (come dream come build)

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Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley – Brownsville
Provides emergency assistance, homelessness prevention, utility assistance, medical/prescription assistance, counseling, disaster assistance, and referrals.
Phone: 956-541-0220
Address: 955 W. Price Rd., Brownsville, TX 78520
Website: Catholic Charities RGV (Catholic Charities RGV)

 

Employment & Job Training

Workforce Solutions Cameron
Provides job search assistance, career counseling, employment training, workshops, workforce resources, and supportive services.
Phone: 956-546-3141
Website: Workforce Solutions Cameron (Workforce Solutions Cameron)

CDCB YouthBuild Brownsville
Provides education, workforce development, GED/educational support, job skills, certifications, and supportive services for eligible young adults.
Phone: 956-548-2302
Address: 815 Arthur St., Brownsville, TX 78521

Healthcare

Su Clinica Familiar
Provides affordable healthcare services to individuals and families, including primary care and other health services.
Phone: 956-621-3400
Website: Su Clinica Familiar

Brownsville Community Health Center
Provides community-based healthcare services and assistance accessing medical care.
Phone: 956-548-1414

Website: Brownsville Community Health Center

Education & Adult Learning

Texas Workforce Commission / Workforce Solutions Cameron
Can assist with employment training, career planning, workforce programs, and educational or vocational opportunities.
Phone: 956-546-3141
Website: Workforce Solutions Cameron (Workforce Solutions Cameron)

  Texas Adult Education & Literacy Programs
Provides adult education, GED preparation, English-language learning, and workforce-related educational opportunities.
Website: Texas Adult Education & Literacy

Financial & Utility Assistance

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Catholic Charities RGV
May provide short-term assistance with utilities, medical needs, prescriptions, housing instability, and other emergency needs depending on eligibility and available funding.
Phone: 956-541-0220
Website: Catholic Charities RGV (Catholic Charities RGV)

2-1-1 Texas
Can identify current programs for rent, utilities, food, transportation, benefits, and other financial assistance based on the client's ZIP code.
Phone: 2-1-1 or 877-541-7905
Website: 211 Texas (211 Texas)

Transportation

Brownsville Metro
Provides public transportation services throughout Brownsville and surrounding areas.
Phone: 956-541-4881
Website: Brownsville Metro

Legal & Advocacy Services

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA)
Provides free civil legal services to eligible individuals, including assistance with housing, family matters, public benefits, and other civil legal issues.
Phone: 956-996-TRLA (8752)
Website: Texas RioGrande Legal Aid

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Important Information

Community programs have different eligibility requirements, availability, application procedures, and waitlists. Clients should contact each organization directly to confirm current services and eligibility.

New Leaf Mental Health provides support and referrals but does not guarantee eligibility, acceptance, funding, housing placement, employment, or availability of services through outside organizations.

Last Updated: September 2026