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Call Panhandle Community Services first for utility help, rent/housing screening, and rural transportation options.

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Programs to contact

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Panhandle Community Services - Utility Assistance

Nonprofit

Utility bill payment assistance for low-income Canyon/Randall residents; help with past-due electric, water, and gas bills. Apply online.

Open provider page +1-806-372-2531
2

Panhandle Community Services - Housing Services

Nonprofit

Apply for housing vouchers, emergency rental help, and landlord mediation in Randall County; request intake and eligibility review.

Open provider page +1-806-372-2531
3

Panhandle Community Services - Transportation

Nonprofit

Schedule low-cost or subsidized local rides for medical appointments, work, and essential errands; see hours & eligibility to request service.

Open provider page +1-806-372-2531
4

2-1-1 Texas - Help in Texas

Local Government Program

Find shelters, DV hotlines, food pantries, clinics, and WIC referrals for Canyon/Randall; search local resource referrals online.

Open provider page +1-877-541-7905
5

Texas Health and Human Services - YourTexasBenefits

Local Government Program

Apply for SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, and benefits navigation for Randall County residents; apply online and check eligibility.

Open provider page +1-335-260-3060
6

Heal the City Free Clinic

Nonprofit

Free medical care, immunizations, and clinic services for uninsured Amarillo-area residents; see hours & walk-in info.

Open provider page +1-254-535-2419
7

Catholic Charities of the Texas Panhandle

Nonprofit

Emergency rent, case management, and basic needs assistance from local Catholic Charities for Randall County; apply for assistance.

Open provider page
8

City of Amarillo - Community Development

Local Government Program

City-run community development programs offering utility help, housing rehab, and benefits enrollment in Amarillo; see programs & apply.

Open provider page +1-884-355-2577

Recommended next steps

  • Call Panhandle Community Services first for utility help, rent/housing screening, and rural transportation options.
  • Dial 211 and ask for Randall County resources for rent, deposits, food, clinics, and emergency shelters.
  • Apply or renew SNAP, Medicaid, CHIP, TANF, and Medicare Savings Program benefits through YourTexasBenefits.
  • Contact Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas quickly if you have eviction papers, benefit denials, debt issues, or unsafe housing.
  • Use Heal the City for free or low-cost basic medical care if uninsured or underinsured.
  • Ask Catholic Charities about case management, immigration-related help, senior support, and emergency assistance referrals.
  • If pregnant or parenting a baby, contact CareNet for pregnancy testing, classes, supplies, and local referrals.
  • Keep photo ID, proof of Randall County address, income, lease, utility bills, and any disconnect or court notices ready.
  • For transportation, ask about ride scheduling rules, service area, fare, and medical appointment ride availability.
  • If facing shutoff, eviction, homelessness, or no medication, say it is urgent when calling each program.

Need categories

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Housing and Shelter

  • Emergency and Stability
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Healthcare

  • Primary Care Access