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How to apply for Bowie County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

Bowie County Commissioners Court — coordinates emergency aid through TDHCA CEAP subrecipient, ATCOG AAA, county health/social services, and faith-based partners

Who it's for

Bowie County operates a referral-and-coordination emergency aid framework: (1) TDHCA CEAP (800-525-0657); (2) ATCOG AAA (903-832-8636); (3) Bowie County CIHCP for healthcare (903-628-6810); (4) Catholic Charities of Dallas/Tyler; (5) Salvation Army Texarkana. Dial 211 for general referrals.

Bowie referral-coordination model.

What you'll need

Proof of age 60+
Proof of all household income
Proof of Bowie County residency
Photo identification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 211

Renewals

appropriations-limited

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