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How to apply for Henderson County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

Henderson County Commissioners Court — coordinates emergency aid through TDHCA CEAP subrecipient, ETCOG AAA (senior services), GoBus (transit), county health/social services, and faith-based partners

Who it's for

Henderson County operates a referral-and-coordination emergency aid framework: (1) TDHCA CEAP subrecipient for utility (800-525-0657); (2) ETCOG AAA for senior services (1-800-442-8845); (3) Henderson County CIHCP / UT Health East Texas / CHRISTUS Health for healthcare (903-675-6125); (4) GoBus for transportation (1-800-590-3371); (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Tyler; (6) Salvation Army Tyler or Longview. Dial 211 for general referrals.

Henderson referral-coordination model.

What you'll need

  • Proof of age 60+ for senior pathway
  • Proof of all household income
  • Proof of Henderson County residency
  • Photo identification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 211

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Henderson County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of age 60+ for senior pathway, proof of all household income, proof of Henderson County residency — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

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