2021-2022 Student Resources

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2021-2022 Student Resources

This list includes both campus and community resources available to you! For more information or specific questions, please feel free to contact the resource directly or contact the Advocacy & Resource Center at 371-5446 or

thearc@actx.edu.

*to be added or make changes to this list of resources, please contact The ARC at thearc@actx.edu

Table of Contents:

Caregiver Resources Childcare Resources Clothing Resources Counseling Resources Employment Services Financial Institution Resources Food Resources Housing Resources LGBTQ+ Resources Legal Aid Resources Medical Resources Parenting Resources Student Support Services Transportation Resources Tuition Assistance Utility Assistance Resources Veterans Resources Wellness Resources

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Caregiver Resources

Adult Protective Services Report Abuse By Phone: 1-800-252-5400 or online at .

Call Abuse Hotline toll-free 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, nationwide, or report with our secure website and get a response within 24 hours. Email reports not accepted. For more information visit: . Amarillo College Seniors College Amarillo College offers classes such as exercise, art and wood carving for seniors citizens in the community.

For more information please contact 806-371-2920 or visit . Amarillo Senior Citizens Association The mission of Amarillo Senior Citizens Association is to help senior citizens maintain independence, wellness, and quality of life through programs and services that meet their present and future needs.

For more information please contact 806-374-5500 or visit . The Amarillo Wesley Community Center ? Senior Citizens Program Services are available Monday-Friday 8:30am-3:00pm

There is no cost to attend this program and free transportation is provided to and from the center. Activities include: field trips, pot lucks, weekly blood pressure checks, sewing club, games, exercise activities and more.

Located at 1615 S. Roberts St. For more information please call 806-372-7960 or visit . Meals on Wheels Amarillo Adequate meals delivered to your home for only $2.50/meal. Deliveries are Monday-Friday.

Eligibility: At least 60 years old, be homebound, limited to no driving, unable to prepare wellbalanced meals, not have anyone in the household who is able to prepare meals

For more information, please call 806-374-1521 or visit info@. Jan Werner Adult Daycare Services offered: Transportation, Alzheimer's day care, nutrition, physical rehab, medical services, and social services.

Located at 3108 S. Filmore St. Amarillo, TX 79110 Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:30pm

To schedule a visit: . For more information, please call 806-374-5516

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Childcare Resources

Child Development Lab School Offers childcare services at a discounted rate for students.

Amarillo College West Campus 6222 West 9th Ave. Amarillo, TX 79106 806-356-3636 Open Monday-Friday from 7:15am ? 5:30pm

. Hagy Center for Young Children Offers childcare services at a discounted rate for students.

Located in the Amarillo Medical District 1201 Streit Drive Amarillo TX 79106 806-379-2704 Open Monday-Friday from 6:00am ? 8:00pm

. Amarillo Workforce Solutions Center Offers ongoing childcare assistance to those who qualify.

1206 SW 7th Ave Amarillo, Texas 79101 Phone: 806-372-5521 Fax: 806-371-7342 Toll Free: 1-877-967-5228

Hours: Monday ? Friday 8:00am ? 5:00pm . Amarillo College Workforce Solutions In collaboration with Workforce Solutions, a representative is available on the Washington Street Campus twice a week to answer your questions.

Location: Career Services Center Ware Student Commons, 3rd floor Tuesdays from 9:00am ? 12:00pm and Thursdays from 1:00pm ? 4:00pm

If you have any questions please contact: Roxanne Morgan at 806-350-1644 or rmorgan@. For a list of licensed childcare facilities who accept CCS, please visit: .

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Adult Students Program Scholarships Childcare Scholarships available to assist in offsetting the cost of childcare services. To apply, please complete the scholarship application through the Amarillo College Foundation at actx.edu/foundation/application/. Students must apply every academic year to be considered. Students must have at least a 2.0 GPA, and be in qualifying majors. For more information, please contact the ARC at 806-371-5446 or thearc@actx.edu.

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Affordable Clothing Resources

Thrift City - Downtown Women's Center Located at: 812 SW 10th (Northeast Corner of 10th & Adams)

Hours: Monday thru Friday 10:00am ? 6:00pm Saturday 10:00am ? 5:00pm Phone: 806-372-8564 Salvation Army Thrift Store Located at: 1211 SW 27th Avenue

Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00am ? 5:00pm Phone: 806-379-8482 Mission Amarillo Assistance with shoes for students.

For more information, please call 806-553-0408 or visit Clothez Exchange Located at: 4515 S. Georgia St. #112

Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00am ? 7:00pm Phone: 806-352-6244 America's Best Thrift Store Located at: 3015 Plains Blvd.

Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:00am ? 7:00pm Phone: 806-376-1300 Got Junk Thrift Store Located at: 1600 S. Washington St.

Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:00am?7:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm?5:00pm Phone: 806-331-6626 Plato's Closet Located at: 3440 Bell St.

Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00am?9:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm?6:00pm Phone: 806-418-2471 Once Upon A Child Amarillo Located at: 4119 SW 34th Avenue

Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am?8:00pm, Saturday 10:00am?8:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm?6:00pm Phone: 806-354-0071 For immediate clothing needs, please contact: The Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5446 or thearc@actx.edu.

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Counseling/ Mental Health Resources

Amarillo College Counseling Center Students often seek counseling services for many reasons. One thing these students have in common is that something is going on personally which keeps them from reaching their goals. If the issues you face are outside the scope of our counselors or if additional resources would be helpful, then referral sources will be provided.

Here are some examples of reasons that a student may want to seek counseling: test anxiety, time management, academic adjustment/concerns, strategies for handling anxiety, stress, or depression, relationship troubles, transitions in life, identity exploration, eating concerns, or feeling overwhelmed.

To schedule an appointment, please call 806-371-5900. Sessions are free for current AC students. Family Support Services Counseling, Advocacy for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence and human trafficking, Veterans Resource Center, Parenting Education, etc.

For specific questions regarding programs, please call 806-342-2526. National Alliance Mental Illness (NAMI) Texas Panhandle NAMI Texas Panhandle is a nonprofit that provides FREE support groups and classes for individuals living with mental illness and their family members. Mental illness includes diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and more. NAMI also provides advocacy and help people receive the services they need. Keep up with meetings and events by going to NAMITexasPanhandle. For questions please contact: Margie Netherton at 806-678-7385 or margienetherton@. Texas Panhandle Centers Texas Panhandle Centers Behavioral and Developmental Health (TPC), formerly known as Texas Panhandle Mental Health Mental Retardation, is part of the Texas Community Center system and is governed by a local board of trustees representing the citizens of the upper twenty-one counties of the Texas Panhandle.

TPC serves individuals with behavioral health needs (mental illness), intellectual and developmental disabilities and children with developmental delays.

For questions please contact: Steven Garcia at 806-351-3233 or steven.garcia@.

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The Amarillo Wesley Community Center ? Play Therapy & Counseling Services Services include: grief/bereavement, behavioral management, depression, anxiety, life skills building, stress management, parenting support, life transition. AWCC provides mental health counseling for adults, teens, children, and families. Operating off of a sliding scale fee that is designed to provide mental health services for all persons, regardless of income. Services are also offered in Spanish. Servicios de Consejeria son tambien disponible en Espanol. For more information, please contact Leticia Ruiz at 806-322-3033.

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Employment Services

Amarillo College Career & Employment Services Assists AC students from the beginning of their career exploration, to finding a job during school and upon graduation. For more information, please contact: Taylor Bingham at 806-371-5147 or employmentservices@actx.edu. Workforce Solutions Provides community members with career services, and provides students with tuition assistance and childcare assistance. For more information about programs available visit: or call 806-3725521.

Updated 8/18/21

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