Benefits · Emergency Aid
How to apply for Presidio County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination
Presidio County Commissioners Court — Community Services; relies on referral coordination with Rio Grande AAA, TDHCA CEAP subrecipient, regional nonprofits, and faith-based partners
Who it's for
Presidio County (~6K) operates a minimal direct emergency aid program — appropriate for the small population and county budget. Emergency aid is delivered through referral coordination with: (1) Rio Grande AAA for senior services (915-533-0998); (2) the TDHCA-coordinated CEAP subrecipient for utility assistance (call TDHCA 800-525-0657); (3) the local Marfa senior center as the practical community hub; (4) regional nonprofits and faith-based partners (Catholic Charities of West Texas, Salvation Army Big Spring, churches). Dial 211 for general emergency aid referrals. Presidio's remoteness means many emergency situations require multi-agency coordination across El Paso, Midland/Odessa, and Alpine.
Presidio's extreme remoteness and small population mean direct county emergency aid is minimal. Rio Grande AAA is the most effective single point of contact for connecting Presidio seniors to available aid.
What you'll need
- Proof of age 60+ for senior pathway
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of Presidio County residency
- Photo identification
- For specific assistance: documentation of need
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 211
Renewals
appropriations-limited at referral partners
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