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1. Call 2-1-1 or go to www.211texas.org for comprehensive referrals to local, state, and non-profit assistance programs. 
2. CLICK BELOW “Salvation Army rental assistance”

Need Help Paying Rent?

Texas Tenants' Union: legal help, bed bugs, towing, utilities, etc

Landlord/Tenant Law

Find legal and tenant resources

Online Detainee Locator Tool

RAICES: Donate to Immigrant Legal + Social Services

The Bail Project: Donate & Request Bail Out Funds

Legal Support Hotline 612-444-2654 (for support in the event of arrests at a political demonstration). To request legal observers for a planned action, contact @dfw@proton.me
IG: @nlg_dfw


National Lawyers Hotline

Courtesy of NAMI MN and Childnet. For a family preparedness plan and additional resources, visit: https://www.childnet.org/immigration-resources


How to talk to your kids about ICE

1720 W University, Ste. 101, Denton, TX
940-808-1016
Mon-Thursday: 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Friday: 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
(Next door to Subway)

*Twice a week*

“With the freedom food pantry all you need is your license and they will have you give them information about how many is in your household, how much is made yearly, etc.” -On Reddit

Freedom Food Pantry

306 N. Loop 288, Ste. 400, Denton, TX
Call to make an appointment 
(940) 382-0807
English & En Espanol⭐️https://www.dentoncfc.org/
*Once a month ONLY*

“ You can schedule an appointment with them on their site after you make an account. They'll need your information of course whether it's online or in person but call them to make sure. When you arrive you'll need to give them your license at the check in. If it's your first time they'll give you a card that you need to bring with your license every month for that one appointment. Once you’re settled they'll give you a card and you just wait in the waiting room. A volunteer will come to you and ask if you need dog or cat food,the information about you and take your license and card. After that they'll give you a cart with groceries for a month.” - on Reddit

Denton Community Food Pantry

1701 Broadway St, Denton, TX 76201
Pantry Times:
Monday: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Wednesday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Thursday: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Offer Dental and Medical Support as well (at the bottom of this linktree)

“The first refugee is a little similar to the heart of the city except more so you show up there and fill out some paperwork. (Both digital and physical). I don't remember if they need your license but bring it just in case. And they'll have you do a prayer/counseling in a private area after you've picked out your dry foods and have a volunteer call your name.” - on Reddit

The First Refugee

The Heart of the City Denton
921 Morse St., Denton, TX
972-824-6171
information@HeartOfTheCityLewisville.com
*Once a week ONLY*

-CALL & make appointment
-sign paperwork
-make you go through “counseling” / prayer

The Heart of the City Denton

Please email dentonaid@proton.me

*mainly for people in need of a temporarily safe house, need a ride from one place to another or a ride to immigration court hearings, etc.*

*if I'm not able to directly help, i will connect you with a vetted friend or point you to the right direction*

*this is not a good point of contact for emergencies. It may take me a few hours/days to respond. For emergencies pls call 911*

Are you in need of help?

For Mutual Aid submissions pls email dentonaid@proton.me
Please include:   
- Type of Resource 
- Organization or Contact 
- Privacy details (how should the resource be shared Signal/Vetted channels vs Public)

*mainly for people who want to host mutual aid events, are in need of venues for said events, are able to house 1+ people in need of a temporarily safe house, can offer a ride from one place to another or a ride to immigration court hearings etc.*

*if I'm not able to directly help, i will connect you with a vetted friend or point you to the right direction*

Can you offer help?

“This is a list of affordable housing communities with in Denton County. * If you are
looking for additional resources, please call 211 or visit www.unitedwaydenton.org.*” - United Way Denton

Denton Affordable Housing

Link to their page

First Refuge dental clinic works in collaboration with Texas women's university to offer dental care to those who cannot afford oral health care services.

The dental clinic operates with volunteer dentist, dental assistant, and hygienist.

Please note: services are by appointments only.
Schedule Appointments:
Must make a qualifying appointment.

To schedule an appointment call 940-484-4384 ext. 105
Dental Clinic Fees:
First Refuge dental fees are $20 per visit.

A $10.00 no-show fee will be required to reschedule appointment.
Patient Qualifications:
1.) Must live in Denton county north of Lake Lewisville.

2.) Must fit with an income guidelines.

3.) Must be 18 or older.

4.) Must make a qualifying appointment.
Required Documents:
1.) Proof of residency: lease, rent agreement or a current utility bill in your name.

2.) Valid drivers license or ID.

3.) Proof of income or financial support.
Office Hours:
Tuesday - Friday from 9:00am - 3:30pm

First Refuge Dental Clinic $20/visit

Link to page

Schedule Appointments
Prescreening Interview Required

1.) Proof of income - Examples include: Last paystub, SSI eligibility letter, etc.
2.) Proof of residency - Examples include: Lease, mortgage coupon, or a current utility bill in your name.
3.) Current Drivers license or picture ID.
4.) Proof that children reside in your household - Examples include: birth certificate, Medicaid cards, report cards/current school records, or immunization records.
$20.00 per visit.
$10.00 no-show fee
Additional fees may apply for x-rays, labs, and any others testing as needed.
Patient Qualifications
1.) When you come to the clinic, fill out all the paperwork, and have required documentation in hand before an appointment will be scheduled.
2.) Must live in Denton County.
3.) Have no personal insurance or a high deductible such
4.) Have Medicaid or CHIP and be unable to find health care provider who accepts these insurances.

5.) Must have an appointment.
Childhood Immunizations available 

First Refuge Medical Clinic $20/visit

Emergency Shelter (for DV+SA Survivors)

It is NEVER too late to receive help. In a crisis? Please call or text our 24 Hour Crisis Line 940-382-7273 (Denton County Friends of Family) or call 911 if in an emergency.

Signs your partner is abusive:
Quick involvement (wanting to move in together, saying “I love you” early on
Isolation from family and friends
Verbal abuse (name calling, yelling, cursing)
Threatens violence
Threatens suicide
Uses force during an argument
Believes in rigid sex/gender roles
Cruel to animals or children
Constantly checks in on partner via text, social media, calling, e-mailing, driving by or dropping in
Financial Control – by either setting an allowance, interfering with work, creating debt in their partner’s name
Tampers with birth control 
Damages personal belongings or vehicles

Do you believe you’re experiencing domestic violence? 

When someone confides in you, believe them
Ask the RIGHT questions, 1-1 
“Has anyone tried to hurt you recently?”
“Have you been forced to do things you do not want to do, sexually?
Keep their confidence – and share DCFoF crisis number, 940-382-7273

How to recognize abuse: 
Personality changes – was once outgoing, now may be depressed, defensive, irritable
They become withdrawn, suddenly fearful, or secretive
Starts missing work or school, grades or work productivity drop
There are physical signs – bruises, sores, burns, cuts, black eyes – excuses are made for the cause of these injuries that seem implausible or out of character
They stop seeing friends or family or cut conversations short when their partner is present
Their partner criticizes or humiliates them in front of others
Victim is 100% economically dependent on their abuser
Fearful that their life is in danger and fear that their partner will find them if they leave

Do you believe your friend is being abused?