Community Resources
Free help across the 806.
Food banks, shelters, healthcare, legal aid, and more — a hand-compiled directory of community resources for Lubbock.
Details change. Hours, locations, and eligibility shift often — please call ahead before you go. For up-to-date referrals to any kind of help, dial 2-1-1 anytime, free.
Crisis & Hotlines
Someone to talk to right now — 24/7 lines for emergencies and crisis.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential 24/7 support for anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call or text 988.
2-1-1 Texas / United Way HELPLINE
Free referral line for rent, food, utilities, and other local help. Dial 211, or reach the Lubbock Area United Way at (806) 747-2711.
1655 Main St, Suite 101, Lubbock, TX 79401
Women's Protective Services Crisis Line
24-hour confidential domestic violence crisis hotline for the South Plains. Toll-free: (800) 736-6491.
StarCare Specialty Health Crisis Line
24-hour mental health crisis line for psychiatric and substance-use emergencies. Toll-free: (800) 687-7581.
904 Ave O, Lubbock, TX 79401
Food & Meals
Food pantries, hot meals, and grocery assistance across the 806.
South Plains Food Bank
Regional food bank with emergency food assistance, a senior box program, and children's feeding programs.
4612 Locust Ave, Lubbock, TX 79404
St. Benedict's Chapel
Free dinners Monday–Saturday (plus Sunday breakfast) for people who are homeless, working poor, or food insecure.
1615 28th St, Lubbock, TX 79411
Lubbock Impact
Free Tuesday community meal plus a food and hygiene pantry open Monday evenings and Thursday mornings.
2707 34th St, Lubbock, TX 79410
Lubbock Dream Center
Food pantry with supplemental groceries plus a mobile food-truck outreach to neighborhoods.
1111 30th St, Lubbock, TX 79411
Lubbock Meals on Wheels
Delivers meals to homebound older adults and people with disabilities. Anyone can make a referral by phone.
2304 34th St, Lubbock, TX 79411
Catholic Charities Diocese of Lubbock
Emergency food assistance, plus help with utilities, clothing, hygiene, and prescriptions.
102 Avenue J, Lubbock, TX 79401
Upbring Neighborhood House
Family resource center — food assistance, early childhood programs, and wraparound support for families in need.
2001 E 19th St, Lubbock, TX 79404
Housing & Shelter
Emergency shelter, transitional housing, and homeless services.
Salvation Army of Lubbock
24/7 emergency shelter and meals for homeless individuals and families, with case management.
1614 Avenue J, Lubbock, TX 79401
Open Door
Supportive and transitional housing with case management for people exiting chronic homelessness.
1313 Ave K, Lubbock, TX 79401
Family Promise of Lubbock
Shelter and transitional housing (up to 6 months) plus employment help for homeless families with children.
1319 15th St, Lubbock, TX 79401
Grace Campus (Paul's Project)
Transitional homeless shelter using tiny houses for roughly 75–90 individuals.
1301 N César Chávez Ave, Lubbock, TX 79401
Women's Protective Services (Emergency Shelter)
Confidential emergency shelter for domestic violence survivors and their children (address withheld for safety).
Catholic Charities Diocese of Lubbock
Emergency rent and utility assistance to help prevent homelessness.
102 Avenue J, Lubbock, TX 79401
Utilities & Bills
Help with rent, electric, water, and other bills.
South Plains Community Action Association (CEAP)
Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) helps low-income households pay electric and energy bills. Toll-free: (800) 657-8944.
2348 34th St, Lubbock, TX 79411
Catholic Charities Diocese of Lubbock
Emergency utility-bill assistance (bring a shut-off notice and proof of need) plus other essentials.
102 Avenue J, Lubbock, TX 79401
Texas CEAP Utility Assistance Referral Line
Statewide TDHCA line that connects callers to the energy-assistance (CEAP) provider for their county.
Lubbock Power & Light — Project Helping Hand
VerifyLP&L's bill-assistance program; approved amounts are applied directly to the customer's account. Apply through City of Lubbock Utilities.
2-1-1 Texas (Utility Assistance Referrals)
Dial 211 for referrals to local agencies that help with electric, gas, and water bills.
Healthcare & Clinics
Free and low-cost medical, dental, and prescription help.
Community Health Center of Lubbock
Sliding-scale medical, dental, behavioral health, eye care, pediatric, women's health, and pharmacy services.
1610 5th St, Lubbock, TX 79401
Lubbock Impact Free Medical & Dental Clinic
Free volunteer-staffed medical clinic (Wednesdays), free dental extractions ((806) 370-0494), and free eye exams/glasses for the uninsured.
2707 34th St, Lubbock, TX 79410
City of Lubbock Health Department
VerifyPublic health services including immunizations, TB and STD testing, and WIC referrals.
806 18th St, Lubbock, TX 79401
Combest Community Health Centers (TTUHSC)
VerifyNurse-managed clinics offering low-cost primary and preventive care for underserved residents (confirm your specific clinic site).
301 40th St, Lubbock, TX 79404
The Free Clinic (TTUHSC student-run)
VerifyFree Wednesday-evening walk-in clinic staffed by Texas Tech health-sciences students and physicians for the uninsured (verify hours).
Mental Health & Recovery
Counseling, substance use, and recovery support.
StarCare Specialty Health System
Public mental health authority for outpatient mental health, substance use, and IDD services. Crisis line: (806) 740-1414.
904 Ave O, Lubbock, TX 79401
StarCare Outpatient Clinic
Outpatient mental health treatment for adults and children living with serious mental illness.
1950 Aspen Avenue, Lubbock, TX 79404
Catholic Charities Counseling
Professional counseling for adults, youth, and families on a low-cost or sliding-scale basis.
102 Avenue J, Lubbock, TX 79401
Community Health Center of Lubbock (Behavioral Health)
Integrated behavioral-health and counseling services on a sliding fee scale.
1610 5th St, Lubbock, TX 79401
Domestic Violence
Safety, shelter, and advocacy for survivors and families.
Women's Protective Services of Lubbock
24-hour crisis hotline, emergency shelter, and support for domestic violence survivors and their children. Toll-free: (800) 736-6491.
Open Door (DV/Trafficking Transitional Housing)
18-month transitional housing program for survivors of domestic violence and sex trafficking.
1916 13th St, Lubbock, TX 79401
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas (Protective Orders)
Free civil legal help, including protective orders for domestic violence survivors.
1711 Avenue J, Lubbock, TX 79401
National Domestic Violence Hotline
24/7 confidential national hotline for anyone affected by relationship abuse. Text START to 88788.
Family & Youth
Support for children, parents, and families in the 806.
Texas Girls & Boys Ranch
Residential care, emergency shelter, and foster/adoption services for children and youth.
4810 N Wood Ave, Lubbock, TX 79403
CASA of the South Plains
Trained volunteer advocates who speak for the best interests of children in the foster care system.
4601 S Loop 289, Suite 25, Lubbock, TX 79424
Family Promise of Lubbock
Shelter, food, and employment support for homeless families with children.
1319 15th St, Lubbock, TX 79401
Catholic Charities — FAYS Program
Family and Youth Success (FAYS) short-term help for youth ages 0–17 and families facing conflict, truancy, or runaway issues.
102 Avenue J, Lubbock, TX 79401
Lubbock Dream Center (Family Programs)
Life-skills, GED prep, ESL classes, and family-strengthening programs alongside food and clothing aid.
1111 30th St, Lubbock, TX 79411
Seniors & Disability
Services for older adults and people with disabilities.
SPAG Area Agency on Aging
Benefits counseling, caregiver support, and aging services across the South Plains. Toll-free: (888) 418-6564.
6811 Indiana Ave, Suite B, Lubbock, TX 79413
Lubbock Meals on Wheels
Daily meal delivery and friendly check-ins for homebound older adults and residents with disabilities.
2304 34th St, Lubbock, TX 79411
StarCare (IDD / Disability Services)
Services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including in-home, group home, and day habilitation.
904 Ave O, Lubbock, TX 79401
CitiAccess (CitiBus Paratransit)
ADA paratransit rides for people with disabilities who cannot use fixed-route buses.
801 Texas Ave, Lubbock, TX 79401
2-1-1 Texas (Aging & Disability Resources)
Dial 211 for referrals to senior and disability programs, including long-term care and benefits.
Veterans
Benefits, healthcare, and support for those who served.
Lubbock County Veterans Service Office
Helps veterans and families file VA benefit, disability, and pension claims.
6104 Avenue Q South Dr, Rm. 132, Lubbock, TX 79412
Lubbock VA Clinic
VA outpatient clinic providing primary and mental health care for enrolled veterans.
6104 Avenue Q South Dr, Lubbock, TX 79412
Lubbock Vet Center
VerifyFree readjustment counseling for combat veterans and their families (call to confirm hours and phone).
5107 82nd St, Suite 100, Lubbock, TX 79424
StarCare Veteran Services
Mental health and peer support services tailored to veterans and military families.
904 Ave O, Lubbock, TX 79401
Veterans Crisis Line
24/7 confidential crisis support for veterans and service members. Dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255.
Jobs & Financial
Job training, employment help, and financial counseling.
Workforce Solutions South Plains
Free job-search help, application support, training grants, and childcare assistance for job seekers. Toll-free: (866) 765-5038.
2002 W Loop 289, Suite 117, Lubbock, TX 79407
Goodwill NW Texas — Career Resource Center
Free computer-skills classes, employment training, and career seminars.
6520 University Ave, Suite 11, Lubbock, TX 79413
Catholic Charities (Emergency Financial Help)
Emergency financial assistance for essentials such as food, utilities, clothing, and prescriptions.
102 Avenue J, Lubbock, TX 79401
South Plains Community Action Association
Community-action programs with financial and case management to help low-income households reach self-sufficiency.
2348 34th St, Lubbock, TX 79411
Texas Workforce Commission
VerifyState unemployment benefits, job-matching, and vocational rehabilitation (statewide tele-center).
Legal & ID
Free legal aid, IDs, and help with documents.
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas — Lubbock
Free civil legal help (family, housing, protective orders) for income-eligible residents. Legal Aid Line: (888) 529-5277.
1711 Avenue J, Lubbock, TX 79401
City of Lubbock Vital Statistics
Issues certified birth and death certificates needed for IDs, licenses, and benefits.
1625 13th St, Room 102, Lubbock, TX 79401
Lubbock County Clerk's Office
Provides rural birth certificates, delayed birth records, and other official county documents.
904 Broadway, 2nd Floor, Room 207, Lubbock, TX 79401
Catholic Charities — Immigration Assistance
Help with citizenship, green card renewals, work authorization, family petitions, and VAWA cases.
102 Avenue J, Lubbock, TX 79401
Texas DSHS Vital Statistics (State Records)
State office for certified Texas birth, death, marriage, and divorce records used as proof of identity.
Clothing & Goods
Clothing closets, furniture, and household essentials.
Goodwill Industries of NorthWest Texas
Low-cost clothing and household goods at multiple Lubbock thrift stores.
2121 Marsha Sharp Fwy, Lubbock, TX 79415
Lubbock Dream Center — U-Apparel Clothing
Free school uniforms, work attire, emergency clothing, and everyday clothing.
1111 30th St, Lubbock, TX 79411
Lubbock Impact — Clothing Closet
Free clothing closet, available by appointment, for individuals and families in need.
2707 34th St, Lubbock, TX 79410
Catholic Charities (Clothing & Hygiene)
Clothing and hygiene assistance through emergency services, plus a thrift store.
102 Avenue J, Lubbock, TX 79401
Salvation Army Family Store
VerifyThrift store and emergency clothing/household goods assistance (the listed line is the main/shelter number).
1111 16th St, Lubbock, TX 79401
Transportation
Bus routes and rides to appointments and work.
CitiBus (Lubbock Fixed-Route Transit)
Citywide fixed-route public bus service for Lubbock.
801 Texas Ave, Lubbock, TX 79401
CitiAccess (ADA Paratransit)
Door-to-door paratransit rides for people with disabilities unable to use fixed-route buses.
801 Texas Ave, Lubbock, TX 79401
SPCAA SPARTAN Transit
VerifyRural and regional public transportation (SPARTAN) serving the South Plains area (confirm the transit dispatch line).
2348 34th St, Lubbock, TX 79411
Area Agency on Aging (Senior Transportation)
Connects older adults to transportation resources for medical and essential trips.
6811 Indiana Ave, Suite B, Lubbock, TX 79413
2-1-1 Texas (Transportation Referrals)
Dial 211 for referrals to medical-transport and other ride-assistance programs.
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