IDD Resources in Wichita County
One location. Many resources.
This newsletter is a gathering of services, programs and events that serve and benefit children, teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Wichita Falls and surrounding areas.
The Arc of Wichita County
For more information, visit our website or call our offices!
Email: anthony@arcwctx.org
Website: arcwctx.org
Location: 3115 Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: 940-692-2303
Facebook: facebook.com/thearcwctx
Miracle League of Wichita Falls
Provide opportunities for area youth to play America’s favorite past time, regardless of their ability or disability. Each athlete is paired with a buddy for a six week season. Cost is FREE
Email: jasoncstewart@hotmail.com
Website: www.fallsmiracleleague.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/Miracle-League-of-Wichita-Falls-189997417684434
Region 9 Education Service Center
Email: paula.perkins@esc9.net
Website: https://www.esc9.net/112694_2
Location: 301 Texas 11 Loop, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: 940-322-6928
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Region9ESC/
Special Olympics Texas - North Texas Area
Email: mstrickland@sotx.org
Website: https://www.sotx.org/area-home?area=2311759
Phone: (940) 692-2986
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SOTX9/
Young Life Capernaum
Email: lizcarlin10@gmail.com
Website: www.wichitafalls.younglife.org
Location: 3406 Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: (940) 696-8102
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Young-Life-Wichita-Falls-280737831940736/
Ability Connection
Ability Connection is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that serves over 700 individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities across Texas.
We believe disability exists when there is a gap between a person’s capacity and the demands of a particular situation; be it living, working or enjoying the community.
Our job is to bridge the gap through individual supports, adaptations to the environment or demands, and training so that people with disabilities may enjoy the same quality of life as their non-disabled peers.
Website: www.abilityconnection.org
Phone: 940-500-5799
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbilityConnectionOrg/
Caprock Home Health
Caprock's mission is to improve the quality of life through patient-centered care models to provide independence and comfort at home.
Email: angel.plew@chhsi.com
Website: chhs.com
Location: 2733 Midwestern Pkwy #200, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: (940) 761-1119
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caprockhomehealthservices/
Helen Farabee (Provider)
Email: wilsonr@helenfarabee.org
Website: helenfarabee.org
Location: Helen Farabee Centers - IDD Facility, 9th Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: (800) 669-4166
Facebook: facebook.com/helenfarabeecenters
Helen Farabee (Local Authority)
The LIDDA was developed as a means for the state to delegate its authority and responsibilities related to planning, policy development, coordination, resource allocation, resource development, and oversight of community IDD services throughout the state. The state is required to contract with the designated LIDDAs and provides funding for the delegated functions and for required community-based services to be provided in each service area.
For more information, please contact Kayla Rose, Director of IDD Authority Services.
Email: RoseK@helenfarabee.org
Website: helenfarabee.org
Location: Helen Farabee Centers - IDD Facility, 9th Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: (940) 397-3337
High Plains Health Providers
Email: karen.highplainshealth@gmail.com
Website: highplainshealth.org
Location: 1505 P B Lane, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: (940) 766-6751
Facebook: facebook.com/highplainshealth
North Texas State Hospital
Website: http://dshs.state.tx.us/
Location: 6515 Kemp Boulevard, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: 940-692-1220
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/North-Texas-State-Hospital-1382794578530879/
Amerigroup
Can provide funding to non-profits through sponsorships!
Email: Andreina.Biederman@amerigroup.com
Website: myamerigroup.com
Phone: 940-235-2740
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmerigroupCorporation/
Superior HealthPlan
Website: https://www.superiorhealthplan.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SuperiorHealthPlan/
C.A.M.P. Therapy Center
Email: camptherapycenter@gmail.com
Website: https://camptherapycenter.com
Location: 1106 8th Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: 513-404-6370
Elijah the Comfort Dog
Elijah's contact is Jo Ann Kurtz and she can be reached at 940-386-2190. Elijah doesn't do home visits, but will come to schools and places like The Arc's Child Care and Parents' Night Out
Phone: 940-386-2190
Music Therapy with Haley Woolsey
Email: hmw524@sw.rr.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/427764147593047
North Texas Rehab
Can pay with insurance or out of pocket.
Email: atruitt@ntrehab.org
Website: ntrehab.org
Location: 1005 Midwestern Parkway, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: (940) 322-0771
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northtexasrehab/
Rose Street Spectrum
Email: kgrace@rosestreet.org
Website: https://www.rosestreet.org/spectrum.html
Location: 4084 South Regent Drive, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: (940) 228-5297
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosestreetspectrum/
Steps 2 Strides Therapy Center
Email: blake.smith@steps2strides.com
Website: https://www.steps2strides.com/?fbclid=IwAR34DzChftH0j9DdRTHqGwrbt6i2cpNnnDYEdGXxs1S8smhYlffsPCMp5yY
Location: 4309 Old Jacksboro Highway, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: (940) 386-1004
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steps2strideswichitafalls/
Whispers of Hope Horse Farm
Email: director@whispersofhopehf.org
Website: https://whispersofhopehf.org/
Location: 3545 Parkhill Rd, Wichita Falls, TX 76310, USA
Phone: (940) 696-8044
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wohhf
Work Services Corporation
CLICK HERE for current job openings at WSC.
Email: bhill@workservicescorp.com
Website: www.workservicescorp.com
Location: 1343 Hatton Road, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: (940) 766-3207
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorkServicesCorp/
North Texas Workforce Solutions
Email: wioa@ntxworksolutios.org
Website: https://ntxworksolutions.org/
Location: 4309 Old Jacksboro Highway, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Phone: (940) 322-1801
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorkforceSolutionsNorthTexas/
Families for Autism Support of Texoma (F.A.S.T.)
PTAU
Email: barnqueen329@yahoo.com
Location: 3307 Buchanan Street, Wichita Falls, TX, USA
Special Needs Wichita Falls Facebook Group
A place for all Wichita Falls Special Needs parents to connect! We all have our own struggles as Special Needs families and this is one tiny thing that could make it easier.
The Upside
Email: kristin@theupsidewf.org
Website: www.theupsidewf.org
Location: 761 Red Rock Road, Wichita Falls, TX 76305, USA
Phone: 9407815858
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theupsideWF/
Direct Service Workers Modules
Through this course you will learn to recognize the "whole person" and gain a better understanding of different factors influencing the way people with IDD think, feel and behave. You will also learn how to positively impact their quality of life.
Website: http://training.mhw-idd.uthscsa.edu/free-training-course.html
Direct Service Worker Training
Website: https://learningportal.dfps.state.tx.us/course/index.php?categoryid=31
Wichita Falls Transit Services
Grocery Cart Program
The Grocery Cart program is a subscription service that will pick you up at your residence, take you to the grocery store, and then return you to your residence with your groceries. Individuals qualify for this service if you are 60 years of age and older or have a certified disability.
Passengers will ride a comfortable Falls Ride bus, equipped with a wheelchair lift. Passengers are allowed approximately one hour to shop. The bus then returns each rider to their home. The Grocery Cart service is offered on a first come first serve basis to all individuals who qualify. Reservations MUST be made the day before you wish to ride. We will take your calls starting at 9:00 A.M. Shopping days are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Remember to call the day before you wish to use this service! To schedule your appointment, call us at: (940) 761-7433. There is a service fee of $2.00 for the round trip ride.
Section 5310 Medical Transportation Program
Funds are intended to provide assistance in addressing the transportation needs of the elderly and persons with disabilities to medical appointments. Call 940-761-7424 to see if you qualify.
Future Planning 101
Planning for the future is important for all families. You can’t do it just once. It’s an ongoing process.The Build Your Plan ® tool helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) think about and plan for their future. The interests, preferences, and skills of the person with I/DD are the main focus.
Website: https://futureplanning.thearc.org/pages/learn/who-are-you
Live Well Wichita County
Website: https://livewellwichitacounty.com/