Need Some Help This Holiday Season? Here is a List of Services For You, Lubbock

With the winter chill on my neck this morning I thought to myself, "Gosh it would really suck to be homeless in this." Not to say that it doesn't always suck to be homeless but this winter weather just makes it feel worse.

I know a lot of you are working hard and doing your best to give your family all that they need but maybe you know someone out there that is not making it. No electricity or water... Barely any food in the house. With the holidays coming up some families are simply not going to be able to have a Christmas.

Well if you need some help or know someone that does here is a list of services here in the Lubbock area that can help with all  sorts of problems.

Across the Street

Here is a great non-profit that admins a grant to low income and the working poor for rent help and utility bill assistance. They also run a center known as the Village Market Place, that's a thrift store operated by Across the Street ministry. The store provides food, clothes and household goods at a reduced price for families in need.  (806) 762-4010.

Salvation Army of Lubbock

The Army may be able to provide you with limited emergency financial assistance. The services that are provided to low income individuals include: free food, clothing vouchers, food vouchers, utility and cooling bills assistance, rent assistance, mortgage and foreclosure prevention assistance, and prescription assistance. Dial (806) 765-9434

Catholic Families Services of Lubbock

Services and resources offered include a food pantry; clothing and household goods vouchers; utility; prescription medication; and eye glass assistance. Other programs offered will help low-income, mostly single parents complete their college education by providing financial assistance and advice to help with with tuition, textbooks, rent, childcare, mileage reimbursement, and utilities expenses.

Lutheran Social Services

Services are provided to local, low income and other residents who are in need of food, utility, and prescription assistance. In addition, diapers and hygiene products are also available. If you need medical care, Health for Friends clinic offers quality health care services for people who might not be able to otherwise have access to health care because they cannot afford health insurance, or can’t pay medical bills.(806) 741-0459. Health care and emergency assistance is offered.