Hill Country Family Services Inc

Target demographics: HCFS is here to help Kendall County citizens first survive a crisis and then learn to thrive in the community.

Direct beneficiaries per year: Healthy fresh produce, meat, dairy and canned food products for 2,864 unique individuals. We Provided Financial Assistance for 188 Families/530 Unique Individuals. Fans/Heaters- 12 Families/25 Unique Individuals. Clothing/Household Goods- 83 Families/168 Unique Individuals. Thanksgiving- 289 Families/822 Unique Individuals. Christmas- 94 Families/207 Unique Individuals

Geographic areas served: Kendall County Texas

Programs: FIRST, WE NOURISH AND CLOTHE OUR NEIGHBORS Food: After an initial application for HCFS services is received, a client is provided access to the Corner Cupboard, self-selection food pantry. Fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products, lean meats, artisan breads are available. Clothing and Household Needs: Based on availability, we can assist with basic household items from the HCFS secondhand retail store Random Hangers & Warehouse. SECOND, WE LISTEN Clients are given an appointment to meet with an HCFS Case Manager in order to receive a comprehensive evaluation of their crisis. THIRD, WE IDENTIFY BARRIERS Many barriers exist for clients. Case managers work with clients to help identify the barriers which prevent them from working through the crisis. FOURTH, WE PLAN Both clients and case managers commit together to work through the crisis toward sustainability. FIFTH, WE MOVE FORWARD Clients set their own goals and we guide them to move forward with as many tools as possible. SIXTH, WE RE-EVALUATE We reassess quarterly to see if the solutions are working or not. SEVENTH, WE RELEASE A crisis does not last a lifetime. We work carefully with our clients to ensure they are planning for their future after their crisis.