Rural Area Services

Range of programs focused on strong families and empowering youth

Family Service rural area services offer support in Batesville, Brackettville, Camp Wood, Carrizo Springs, Crystal City, Del Rio, Eagle Pass, La Pryor, Pearsall, Rocksprings, Sabinal, and Uvalde.

Our programs provide educational services for children, character building and positive reinforcement for youth, and essential resources and referral services for parents in need.

We offer a range of services throughout various counties, in-home, through community centers, and within our Family Service Neighborhood Place-Crystal City office.

Economic Stability

Workforce Development

Interested in a career in early childhood education?

Early Childhood Classroom Support and Substitutes Training (ANGELS) courses and Child Development Associates (CDA) classes help you become certified to work in early childhood classrooms and centers.

Available in Dimmit, Frio, Kinney, Maverick, Uvalde, Valverde, and Zavala Counties

Financial Counseling and Coaching

One-on-one financial counseling and coaching is offered at no cost to help you reach your financial goals.

Our team can help you decrease your debt, open a bank account, purchase your first home, and develop a budget to meet your goals.

Available in Dimmit, Frio, Kinney, Maverick, Uvalde, Valverde, Zavala County

Education

Youth Education

Our Youth Education programming focuses on fun, STEAM-based activities to help students and families build strong relationships.

The afterschool programs build friendships, create open dialogues, and empower youth to build their passions. Our programs focus on living a drug-free lifestyle and alcohol and drug prevention by providing educational classes with the Project Towards No Drug Use curriculum, information, and referral services.

Available in Crystal City Independent School District, Carrizo Springs Independent School District, Eagle Pass Independent School District, La Pryor Independent School District, and Uvalde Independent School District

Adult Education Classes

In partnership with junior colleges, we offer higher education opportunities and college/career pathways for migrant and seasonal farmworkers.

Financial support and guidance are offered throughout these courses.

Available in Dimmit, Frio, Kinney, Maverick, Uvalde, Valverde, Zavala Counties

Health and Health Care

Mental Health Counseling

In-home and office-based counseling services for individuals, families, and couples to help with anxiety, substance abuse, relationships, communication, domestic violence, PTSD, and more.

Individual and group sessions are available.

Available in Dimmit, Frio, Kinney, Maverick, Uvalde, Valverde, Zavala Counties

Neighborhood Support

The Family Service rural area services team is available in our office and in community locations to provide support to your family.

Outside of our year-long programs, we hold community events, such as 5K walks and school drives, to engage our community. Check back here for future events!

Social and Community Engagement

Parent Education Courses

In-home and community-based parent education courses focus on parenting strengths, growth and development of children, establishing nurturing routines, and guiding children’s behavior.

Available in Dimmit, Frio, Kinney, Maverick, Uvalde, Valverde, Zavala Counties

Family Service is proud to have worked with our communities throughout South Texas for over 20 years.

Our range of services empower families and connect them with additional resources and support for their needs.

Locations and Times

Main office: Family Service Neighborhood Place – Crystal City
118 E. Dimmit St.
Crystal City, TX 78839

Programs offered throughout Dimmit, Frio, Kinney, Maverick, Uvalde, Valverde, and Zavala Counties.

Our main office is open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Hours vary for specific programs and community locations.

Testimonials

Making a Difference

Family Service is the walker that keeps us moving forward.

Adelicia Leeper, former board member

FAQS

Find the answers to your questions here

Where are rural area services offered?

Many of our programs are within different community centers and schools throughout various counties. Specific locations depend on the program. You can always reach our team at our main office The Family Service Neighborhood Place located in Crystal City.

We offer services throughout Dimmit, Frio, Kinney, Maverick, Uvalde, Valverde, and Zavala Counties.

Are services free?

Many of our programs are offered at no cost. To inquire about a specific program, please call us at 830-374-0460.

Contact

To learn more, call us at 830-374-0460.

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