Family Support Services

Family Support Services

Case Management, which is funded through our Community Service Block Grant (CSBG), is intended to empower the client and establishes a foundation for upward mobility towards self sufficiency, transitioning them out of poverty.

Case Management Consists of:

1. Detailed household assessments in order to identify needs for determining  goal setting.
2. The client or head of household mutually enters into an agreement with our Case Study Worker, sharing and committing to the responsibilities set forth in the agreement.
3. Through case management, the client is provided continued guidance on self-improvement, budgeting, job readiness/search and valuable linkages to other programs.
4. Case Management will continue past 90 days after a client has acquired a salary that has transitioned the household out of poverty to assure the support system needed for full achievement.

CSBG funds are also utilized for some emergency services.

If you are interested in the Case Management Program, are enrolled in post-secondary education classes, and/or seeking employment then CHCSA invites you to call (956) 383-6240 or email us at chcsa@co.hidalgo.tx.us

The Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) is a utility assistance program designed to assist low income households in meeting their immediate energy needs and to encourage consumers to control energy costs for years to come through energy education. It provides relief to those low income, elderly and/or disabled households most vulnerable to the high cost of energy for home heating and cooling. Furthermore, it provides assistance in an energy-related crisis or during severe weather situations.

Applicants:

• Must be residents of Hidalgo County, Texas.
• Should provide a current electrical bill
• Should present government issued identification
• Must meet income criteria and provide documentation as such
• Must complete an application