Resource Directory

Senior Source Guide — Free Placement Help

Kendall personally helps your family find, tour, and choose the right community: assisted living, memory care, independent living, and nursing homes — across West Texas and Southeastern New Mexico. Free to your family — we don't accept referral fees or commissions from any community.

Senior Source Guide — Home Care Guidance

When staying home is the goal, Kendall helps you sort out the right level of help and connects you with trustworthy, state-licensed in-home care — from a few hours a week to around-the-clock support. Free, independent guidance.

Eldercare Locator

A nationwide service connecting older adults and caregivers to local support resources and care options.

Medicare Care Compare

Official Medicare tool to compare nursing homes, home health agencies, and other care facilities by quality ratings.

Area Agency on Aging of the Permian Basin (PBRPC)

Local agency providing information and referrals for senior services, in-home care, and long-term care options in the Permian Basin area.

VA Aid & Attendance Benefit

A VA pension supplement that helps veterans and surviving spouses pay for assisted living, home care, or nursing home costs.

NCOA BenefitsCheckUp

A free tool from the National Council on Aging that screens for federal, state, and local benefit programs available to older adults.

Medicaid

Federal and state health coverage program that may pay for nursing home care and home- and community-based services for eligible seniors.

HUD Housing for Seniors

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development offers information on affordable rental housing, Section 8 vouchers, and senior housing programs.

211 Texas

Texas's free information and referral service connecting residents to local housing assistance, emergency shelter, and community resources.

Senior Source Guide — Hospital-to-Home Planning

Coming home after a hospital or rehab stay is when families are most stretched. Kendall helps you get the house — and licensed in-home care — arranged before discharge, so nobody comes home to an empty house. Start with the free discharge checklist.

Medicare Care Compare

Official Medicare tool to compare skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers by staffing, inspections, and quality measures.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Free, confidential crisis support available 24/7 by call or text for anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis.

SAMHSA National Helpline

Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance use disorders.

VA Caregiver Support Program

VA program providing education, coaching, respite care, and financial support for caregivers of eligible veterans.

VA Aid & Attendance Benefit

A VA pension supplement that helps veterans and surviving spouses pay for care at home, in an assisted living facility, or in a nursing home.

Senior Source Guide — Respite Care Guidance

A real break for family caregivers: Kendall helps you find trustworthy respite care that fits — a few hours a week or a longer stretch — so you can step away and come back as yourself. Free, independent guidance.

Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline

Round-the-clock support, information, and care consultation for people living with Alzheimer's and their caregivers.

Caregiver Action Network

National nonprofit offering education, peer support, and resources to family caregivers across all disease categories.

Meals on Wheels America

National network delivering nutritious meals and friendly visits to homebound seniors across the country.

Feeding America

The nation's largest hunger-relief network with food banks and pantries that serve older adults and families in need.

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

Federal program providing monthly food purchasing benefits to eligible low-income seniors and individuals.

Eldercare Locator

Connects seniors and caregivers with local transportation services, volunteer driver programs, and accessible transit options.

211 Texas

Texas statewide referral service for local transportation assistance, including rides to medical appointments for seniors.

Long-Term Care Ombudsman (via Eldercare Locator)

Advocates for residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities, investigating complaints and protecting residents' rights.

Texas Adult Protective Services

Texas DFPS investigates reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of elderly and disabled adults across the state.

National Center on Elder Abuse

Federal resource providing research, training, and information on preventing and responding to elder abuse and exploitation.

Emergency / immediate danger

Police, fire, ambulance, immediate safety. Call immediately if anyone is in danger.

2-1-1 Texas

24/7 statewide navigation for food, shelter, clothing, medical assistance, mental health, childcare, eldercare, housing, disaster relief. Call 2-1-1 or search by ZIP code online.

Crisis Center of West Texas

Domestic violence and sexual assault hotline, counseling, safety planning, shelter and legal support referrals. Call hotline for confidential help and safety planning.

PermiaCare Mental Health Crisis Line

Mental health crisis services in the Permian Basin. Call if there is a mental health crisis or urgent need.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

24/7 emotional crisis and suicide prevention support. Call or text 988.

Crime Stoppers Midland / Odessa

Report crime tips. Call to provide information anonymously.

First Presbyterian Church Midland Benevolence

Rent, mortgage, electricity, water, gas, transportation fuel/bus assistance. Call or email benevolence@fpcmid.org; assistance Tue/Fri 8:30-9:30 AM.

First Baptist Church Midland - First Cares

Church benevolence/mission assistance. Call church office and ask for First Cares or missions assistance.

First Methodist Midland Benevolence

Benevolence assistance information through church office. Call church office; 300 N Main St, Midland.

Helping Hands of Midland

Emergency financial assistance such as rent, utilities and basic needs as funds allow. Call early; ask about intake documents and current funding.

St. Vincent de Paul Midland

Emergency assistance for basic needs, often rent/utilities as funds allow. Call and leave a clear voicemail with name, phone, address and need.

Salvation Army Midland

Emergency assistance, meals, shelter and basic needs. Call for intake times and current requirements.

Permian Basin Mission Center

Food boxes, rent assistance, utility assistance, clothing, household necessities for qualifying clients. Call or visit 208 N Adams, Odessa; confirm hours and documents.

Catholic Charities Community Services of Odessa

Partial help with food, clothing, utilities, rent, public transportation, prescriptions, baby essentials, IDs. Call to ask about appointment, eligibility, and funding.

West Texas Opportunities - Energy/Weatherization

Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program, weatherization, transportation programs. Call your local office and request CEAP/LIHEAP screening.

Texas Public Utility Commission - Low Income Assistance

Utility customer rights and low-income assistance information. Use website and call your utility provider to ask for hardship programs.

Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs

State housing, utility assistance, weatherization and LIHEAP information. Call or apply through local subrecipient; have utility bill and income proof.

Family Promise of Midland

Shelter and stabilization for families with children. Call for screening before showing up.

Family Promise of Odessa

Temporary shelter, meals and case management for homeless families with children. Call for intake and availability.

Midland Housing Authority

Public housing, housing choice voucher/Section 8 information. Ask about waitlists and application portal.

Midland County Housing Authority

Income-adjusted housing support and HUD information. Call to ask about eligibility and senior/disabled options.

Odessa Housing Authority

Public housing and voucher programs. Ask about open waitlists and required documents.

Habitat for Humanity Midland

Affordable homeownership and home repair programs. Call for application cycles and qualifications.

Safe Place of the Permian Basin / Crisis Center

Domestic violence safety and emergency shelter referral. Call hotline; do not wait if unsafe.

Salvation Army Shelter Midland

Emergency shelter and meals. Call for bed availability and check-in rules.

West Texas Food Bank

Emergency food assistance, nutrition education, benefits application assistance; partner pantries across West Texas. Call or use pantry locator; ask what ID/proof is required.

AMOS Food Pantry

Food pantry in Midland. Go/call 908 S Loraine; typical pantry hours Mon-Wed 9 AM-noon.

Casa de Amigos

Food, clothing, medical and family support services. Call for appointment and program eligibility.

Midland Baptist Crisis Center

Food and crisis assistance. Call or visit 806 S Baird; confirm Tue-Thu hours.

Jubilee Center

Food and community assistance in Midland. Call for pantry/service times.

Golf Course Road Church of Christ

Food/clothing and ministry support. Call church office for food pantry information.

Permian Basin Mission Center Food Pantry

Emergency food boxes and basic necessities. Call or visit during current intake hours.

Salvation Army Odessa

Food pantry, meals and emergency assistance. Call or visit 811 E 10th St, Odessa.

HHSC SNAP / Your Texas Benefits

SNAP food benefits, Medicaid, TANF, WIC referrals. Apply online; upload ID, income, rent, utilities and bank statements.

Breaking Bread Soup Kitchen

Free evening community meals in Midland. Go to 410 E Florida St; confirm Mon-Fri meal hours.

Midland Soup Kitchen Ministry

Free balanced lunch for individuals and families. Go to 1401 Orchard Lane; typical hours 11 AM-1 PM.

Salvation Army Midland Meal Program

Daily meals and shelter-related support. Call/visit 600 W Wall St for current meal times.

Salvation Army Odessa Meal Program

Daily meals and emergency support. Call/visit 810/811 E 10th St for current meal times.

Senior Life Midland - Meals on Wheels

Home-delivered meals and homebound services for eligible seniors. Call to request intake or referral.

Meals on Wheels Odessa

Home-delivered meals for vulnerable/homebound Odessa residents. Call or apply through website.

Midland Community Healthcare Services

Primary care, pediatrics, women's health, dental/behavioral services on sliding scale. Call for new patient appointment; ask what documents to bring.

Permian Basin Community Centers / PermiaCare

Mental health, substance use, IDD, crisis services. Call main intake or crisis line.

West Texas Gifts of Hope

Cancer support, lodging, transportation, pharmacy/DME support. Call for referral/application during cancer treatment.

Aphasia Center of West Texas

Communication programs for people with aphasia after stroke/brain injury. Call for program schedule and assessment.

Medicare Care Compare

Compare hospitals, nursing homes, home health, hospice and other providers. Search by ZIP code before choosing providers.

Texas HHS Long-Term Care Search

Search licensed nursing facilities, assisted living, adult day care. Use to verify licensing/inspection information.

Midland College Cosmetology Salon

Lower-cost hygiene/cosmetology salon services. Call to schedule appointment.

Odessa College Cosmetology Salon

Lower-cost hygiene/cosmetology salon services. Call to ask for service menu and appointment.

Area Agency on Aging / Permian Basin Regional Planning Commission

Benefits counseling, caregiver support, senior services referrals. Call and ask for Area Agency on Aging intake.

West Texas Aging and Disability Resource Center

No wrong door resource navigation for older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers. Call for benefits screening and referrals.

Senior Life Midland

Meals on Wheels, homebound services, senior supports. Call for intake or referral.

Meals on Wheels Odessa

Home-delivered meals in Odessa/Ector area. Call for eligibility screening.

Texas HHS Aging & Disability Resource Center

Long-term care, disability, caregiver and benefits resources. Call 2-1-1 or use website to locate programs.

Midland County Appraisal District

Homestead, over-65, disabled veteran and other property tax exemptions. Call and ask which exemptions apply.

Workforce Solutions Permian Basin - Child Care Services

Child care subsidy information, job search and workforce services. Ask for Child Care Services eligibility and waitlist.

Greater Opportunities of the Permian Basin / Head Start

Head Start/Early Head Start and family support. Call 206 W 5th St, Odessa office for enrollment.

First 5 Permian Basin

Early childhood readiness and family programs. Call for available family programs.

Camp Fire West Texas

Youth development, after-school and family programs. Call for current program openings.

High Sky Children's Ranch

Child and family services, foster care/adoption, family support. Call intake for program guidance.

Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services

Long-term, non-emergency support for single-parent families and children. Call for eligibility and local program options.

WIC - Texas Women, Infants & Children

Nutrition support for pregnant/postpartum women, infants and young children. Call or apply online for nearest clinic.

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid

Free civil legal aid for eligible low-income Texans: housing, family safety, benefits, employment, consumer. Call intake or apply online.

Texas Advocacy Project - Family Violence Legal Line

Legal help related to domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking. Call Mon-Fri during business hours.

Texas Crime Victims' Compensation

Medical bills, counseling, lost wages, relocation and other crime-related costs for eligible victims. Apply online; keep police report number and bills.

VINE Victim Notification

Offender/court case notification for victims and concerned citizens. Register online or by phone.

Texas Office of Injured Employee Counsel

Help navigating Texas workers' compensation system. Call if injured at work or needing workers' comp guidance.

EZ-Rider / Midland-Odessa Urban Transit District

Fixed-route public transit and paratransit information. Call for routes, ADA/paratransit eligibility and fares.

West Texas Opportunities TRAX

Rural public transportation, work/training transportation. Call to schedule or ask about service area.

First Presbyterian Church Benevolence Transportation

Gasoline or bus passes as part of benevolence assistance. Call Tue/Fri early morning and ask what documents are needed.

Workforce Solutions Permian Basin

Job listings, resumes, career planning, veterans services, GED referrals, childcare information. Register and ask for employment and supportive services.

Goodwill West Texas Career Center

Career counseling, resume help, interviewing, job readiness. Call or visit Odessa Career Center.

Texas Workforce Commission

Unemployment benefits, job search, labor rights and workforce programs. Apply online as soon as unemployed or hours reduced.

Permian Basin Community Based Outpatient Clinic / VA

VA health services and referrals. Call or use VA.gov to enroll/confirm eligibility.

Texas Veterans Commission

Claims, employment, education, grants and advocacy for veterans. Call for nearest claims/services officer.

American Red Cross of the Permian Basin

Disaster preparedness, emergency support and service to armed forces. Call for assistance or preparedness programs.

Midland Animal Services

Animal shelter, lost/found pets, adoption and animal control. Call or check shelter listings if you need pet placement help.

Odessa Animal Services

Shelter, adoption, lost/found pets and animal services. Call before surrendering; ask about options and rescue partners.

Permian Basin Animal Advocates / local rescues

Pet food, rescue, rehoming and emergency support may vary. Ask shelters and 2-1-1 for current rescue/pet food options.