Brooks County
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Local offices in Brooks County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Falfurrias Office
1200 E. Hwy 285, Falfurrias, TX 78355
Help here
- Benefits assistanceVisit the office for help applying for state benefits such as SNAP, TANF, or Medicaid.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hhs.texas.gov
State office
Falfurrias WIC Clinic
125 E. Miller St, Falfurrias, TX 78355
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportWIC helps eligible families with young children get healthy food and nutrition support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on office.texaswic.org
Housing help · Regional office
Falfurrias Housing Authority
924 S Gardner St, Falfurrias, TX 78355
Help here
- Public housing and housing vouchersContact the housing authority about public housing and housing choice vouchers.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hud.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Area Agency on Aging of the Coastal Bend
2910 Leopard St, Corpus Christi, TX 78408
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults, caregivers, and Medicare beneficiaries can get benefits counseling, care coordination, referrals, and caregiver support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on coastalbendcog.org
Veterans · County office
Veterans Services of Brooks County
217 E. Miller St, Falfurrias, TX 78355
Help here
- Veterans servicesContact the county veterans service office for help with veterans benefits and services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on workforcesolutionscb.org
Emergency help · County office
Brooks County Emergency Management
219 S. Calixto Mora Ave, Falfurrias, TX 78355
Help here
- Emergency information and preparednessGet county emergency updates and information about preparing for disasters.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.brooks.tx.us
Library · County office
Ed Rachal Memorial Library
203 S. Calixto Mora Ave, Falfurrias, TX 78355
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to use its collection and find books in its online catalog.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.brooks.tx.us
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Brooks County, closest to the center of Falfurrias first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Quiet Time Ministries
58 miles from the center of Falfurrias4204 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi, TX 78415
Hours
- Mon9:30 AM to 11 AM
- Tue9:30 AM to 11 AM
- Wed9:30 AM to 11 AM
- Thu9:30 AM to 11 AM
- Fri9:30 AM to 11 AM
- Sat9:30 AM to 11 AM
- Sun9:30 AM to 11 AM
Listed on corpuschristitx.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Corpus Christi - Holy Family Catholic Church
Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi
58 miles from the center of Falfurrias2509 Nogales St., Corpus Christi, TX 78416
Hours
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
Listed on catholiccharities-cc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi
59 miles from the center of Falfurrias615 Oliver Ct., Corpus Christi, TX 78408
Hours
- Mon8 AM to 4 PM
- Tue8 AM to 4 PM
- Wed8 AM to 11:30 AM
- Thu8 AM to 4 PM
Languages: Spanish
Listed on catholiccharities-cc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Saint Patrick Catholic Church
59 miles from the center of Falfurrias3350 South Alameda Street, Corpus Christi, TX 78411
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Food every Thursday, to the first 40 people.
Who can come: Corpus Christi residents; first 40 people.
Listed on corpuschristitx.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Salvation Army Food Pantry
The Salvation Army of the Coastal Bend
59 miles from the center of Falfurrias1804 Buford St, Corpus Christi, TX 78404
Hours
- Tue8:30 AM to 1 PM (1st of the month)
- Wed8:30 AM to 1 PM (1st of the month)
Who can come: People from any ZIP code.
What to bring: Bring an ID.
Listed on southernusa.salvationarmy.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Loaves & Fishes
Corpus Christi Metro Ministries
60 miles from the center of Falfurrias1919 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi, TX 78408
Hours
- Mon12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch; 5 PM to 6 PM. Dinner
- Tue12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch; 5 PM to 6 PM. Dinner
- Wed12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch; 5 PM to 6 PM. Dinner
- Thu12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch; 5 PM to 6 PM. Dinner
- Fri12 PM to 1 PM. Lunch; 5 PM to 6 PM. Dinner
Who can come: Anyone.
Listed on corpuschristitx.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Brooks County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Coastal Bend Food Bank
5442 Bear Lane, Corpus Christi, TX 78405
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Community Action Corporation of South Texas
PO Drawer 1820, Alice, TX 78333
Listed on tdhca.texas.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Brooks County
Texas programs by kind of help
These are run by Texas and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 211 Texas Helpline
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988