Local help across Gaines, Yoakum, Terry, Dawson, and Andrews counties. Filter by county or need, or request assistance and we'll find it with you.
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Emergency Preparedness
Built-in ResourceVerifiedgainesOnline resources for fire, medical, severe weather, and security preparedness across our West Texas service area.
Licensed Childcare Providers Board
Built-in ResourceVerifiedgainesBrowse licensed childcare providers across our service area. Always confirm a provider's state license at childcare.hhs.texas.gov.
Map of Free WiFi
Built-in ResourceVerifiedgainesA map of free public WiFi access locations across our West Texas service area.
Resume Builder
Built-in ResourceVerifiedgainesFree, easy resume builder inside the Blue Skies app. Answer a few questions and get three AI-polished, spell-checked versions to review, edit, copy, print or email.
West Texas Job Board
Built-in ResourceVerifiedgainesA curated job board by Blue Skies Mutual Aid that exclusively lists job openings within Gaines, Yoakum, Terry, Dawson, and Andrews counties.
Wishlist Matcher
Built-in ResourcegainesSee items local families have asked for and offer to donate one. Blue Skies connects you with the family or handles the handoff for you.
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Blue Skies Mutual Aid
Alliance PartnerVerifiedgainesA mutual aid organization offering free food boxes, hygiene boxes, baby boxes, and baby formula. They also distribute donated medical devices like wheelchairs or crutches and accept home goods.
Bob Lewis Mission
Alliance PartnerVerifiedgainesA mission project operated by the First Presbyterian Church in Seminole that provides emergency and short-term food assistance to those in need in Gaines Country. Food is distributed monthly.
Safe Place of the Permian Basin
Alliance PartnerVerifiedgainesProvides free domestic violence programs and services, including emergency shelter and transportation, for residents of Andrews, Dawson, and Gaines counties.
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Seminole Hospital District — Memorial Place Assisted Living (opens in a new tab)
Alliance PartnerVerifiedgainesOffers 16 apartments and provides 24 hour assistant care for residents. Residents can participate in daily activities, are provided 3 home style meals daily, and are welcome to own a vehicle. A bus will transport individuals to special events.
The Hope Center
Alliance PartnerVerifiedgainesServes Gaines County residents with assistance for home goods, clothing, and fundraising for medical bills, utilities, and rent. Also distributes free food and hygiene boxes and holds dinners for the elderly.
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2-1-1 Texas (opens in a new tab)
VerifiedTexas-wideFree 24/7 hotline connecting Texans to health and human services — food, housing, utilities, childcare, disaster relief, and more.
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (opens in a new tab)
VerifiedNationwideProvides free, confidential, one-on-one compassionate support and assistance from skilled counselors for individuals facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or anyone who needs someone to talk to.
Alcoholics Anonymous (opens in a new tab)
VerifiedgainesA 12-step program designed to help those struggling with addiction. Local groups exist in the region and can be found on the AA website.
Andrews Church of Christ (opens in a new tab)
VerifiedandrewsOffers a Clothes Closet with free clothing on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Emergency food is also available for those in need.
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Plans and prepares for community and individual emergencies and disasters.
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Andrews County Health Department — Health Department Services
VerifiedandrewsProvides health exams for all age groups, acute medical care, limited case management, children's health insurance program, women's health program, family planning exams, birth control, pregnancy test, testing and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases, HIV testing/counseling, preventive health care, immunizations, blood sugar, blood pressure screening, limited eye and dental care, TB testing/treatment, Texas Health Steps well-child exams birth through 21 years old. Health education instruction on weight control, diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking cessation, and nutrition; lab tests, X-rays, pharmacy limited with Medicaid/Medicare.
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Andrews County Library — Public Library (opens in a new tab)
VerifiedandrewsProvides books and audiovisual materials, research assistance, computer access, Wi-Fi access, copying, printing, and scanning services. Children's programs, literacy programs, and an online database for study guides.
Andrews County Veteran Services Office (opens in a new tab)
VerifiedandrewsAssists veterans with applications, benefits navigation, and healthcare access. Located in the Andrews County Courthouse.
Andrews Downtown Lions Club (opens in a new tab)
VerifiedandrewsAssists Andrews residents in need with eye exams, eyeglasses, cataract surgery, and hearing aids.
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