County Resources

This program provides basic medical services to residents of this county who cannot receive health care coverage from any other source and who are eligible for the program. Eligibility is based on income and resources.

Provides community mental health services. Use the main phone number to contact an office for an appointment or to ask for more information about eligibility and programs. The 24-hour toll free Crisis Hotline is 1-800-832-1009. This crisis number is for people facing an emergency situation, such as having a homicidal or suicidal thoughts. If your call is an emergency, a crisis team may be sent out to help manage your situation. If necessary, emergency services may also be contacted to respond to your crisis.Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Provides low-cost immunizations for adults and children, diabetes screenings, blood pressure checks and other free or low-cost health services.

Goodwill of North Texas provides employment to individuals with disabilities and other disadvantages. It also provides job training and post-employment support.

Job search assistance and resources are available to the public free of charge. Toll Free: 1(877)967-5228. Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

The Veteran Services Officer acts as an advocate and assists veterans and/or their survivors obtain entitled benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the State of Texas. Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. (Closed 12:00 - 1:00 for lunch)

The Veteran Services Officer acts as an advocate and assists veterans and/or their survivors obtain entitled benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the State of Texas. Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. (Closed 1:00-2:00 for lunch)

This organization provides food to more than 200 partner agencies, in an effort to feed children, the working poor and seniors throughout 26 counties in East Texas. They also operate a mobile food pantry and maintain two community gardens to grow food for the needy. Call or go online to locate emergency food assistance in your area.

Operates a food pantry and provides clothing to the needy. People can get food one time per month and can come look for clothing every week. The Dorcas House is open every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Food Bank supports many programs that feed the hungry. The food bank also provides food for shelters, residential group homes, and after-school programs. Harvest Texarkana serves agencies in Bowie County, TX and the 9 southwestern Arkansas counties.

The Texarkana Salvation Army offers shelter and assistance with food.

A faith-based agency that serves meals daily and has partnered with local businesses in a 'voucher system' that allows them to provide a wide variety of services to needy people. These include, but aren't limited to, gasoline or bus tickets for stranded travelers, lodging and rent-help for the homeless, prescription medication (closely monitored) for the sick, utility payments for the elderly and low-income, diapers and baby-food for needy mothers, and countless other services.

The SNAP food benefits (formerly known as Food Stamps) helps people with low incomes and resources buy the food they need for good health. Medicaid Programs provide medical benefits for eligible low income adults, children, and families. CHIP offers a health insurance program for children. Call or visit website for program-specific eligibility information. Anyone convicted of a drug-related felony (possession, use or distribution of a controlled substance) after August 22, 1996, is not eligible for SNAP (Food Stamps) benefits.Hours: M-F, 8 am to 5 pm.

The SNAP food benefits (formerly known as Food Stamps) helps people with low incomes and resources buy the food they need for good health. Medicaid Programs provide medical benefits for eligible low income adults, children, and families. CHIP offers a health insurance program for children. Call or visit website for program-specific eligibility information. Anyone convicted of a drug-related felony (possession, use or distribution of a controlled substance) after August 22, 1996, is not eligible for SNAP (Food Stamps) benefits.Hours: M-F, 8 am to 5 pm.

The Bowie County Judicial Drug Court Program is structured as a multifaceted program, incorporating intensive supervision and monitoring by Probation Officers, frequent/random drug testing, mandatory treatment, community service, and frequent appearances before the Judge. You will be required to attend programs identified to facilitate your recovery and re-socialization. The Program provides substance abuse services to a specific, non-violent offender population

The Bowie County Judicial Drug Court Program is structured as a multifaceted program, incorporating intensive supervision and monitoring by Probation Officers, frequent/random drug testing, mandatory treatment, community service, and frequent appearances before the Judge. You will be required to attend programs identified to facilitate your recovery and re-socialization. The Program provides substance abuse services to a specific, non-violent offender population

The Bowie County Judicial Drug Court Program is structured as a multifaceted program, incorporating intensive supervision and monitoring by Probation Officers, frequent/random drug testing, mandatory treatment, community service, and frequent appearances before the Judge. You will be required to attend programs identified to facilitate your recovery and re-socialization. The Program provides substance abuse services to a specific, non-violent offender population

The Bowie County Judicial Drug Court Program is structured as a multifaceted program, incorporating intensive supervision and monitoring by Probation Officers, frequent/random drug testing, mandatory treatment, community service, and frequent appearances before the Judge. You will be required to attend programs identified to facilitate your recovery and re-socialization. The Program provides substance abuse services to a specific, non-violent offender population

The Bowie County Judicial Drug Court Program is structured as a multifaceted program, incorporating intensive supervision and monitoring by Probation Officers, frequent/random drug testing, mandatory treatment, community service, and frequent appearances before the Judge. You will be required to attend programs identified to facilitate your recovery and re-socialization. The Program provides substance abuse services to a specific, non-violent offender population

Alcoholics Anonymous

Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a not for profit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. They are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. The desire to stop using is the only requirement for membership. The meetings are free and anyone may join. If you need help call:Lonestar Helpline: 888-NAWORKSHelpline En Espanol : 888-600-6229