Rural Outreach Program
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Rural Outreach Contact Information
For more information or to make an appointment call or email:
Gessete Salcido
gsalcido@diocesecc.org
(361) 884-0651 Ext. 289
(361) 884-2218 Fax -
Serving the following counties: Aransas, Bee, Brooks, Duval, Jim Wells, Kenedy, Kleberg, Live Oak, McMullen, Nueces, Refugio and San Patricio County.
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Free Cell Phone Program
We are providing assistance to families and individuals in need of completing and submitting a free cell phone program application in English and Spanish.
The Cell Free Phone Program which provides a free cell phone, 500 free minutes for the first 4 months, and unlimited texts every month.
To qualify, you must be enrolled in SNAP, Medicaid, CHIPS, or SSI.
For more information or to make an appointment, please contact our Rural Outreach Coordinator at (361) 884-0651 Ext. 289 or email gsalcido@diocesecc.org -
Diabetes Prevention,
Diet, and Nutrition ProgramWith the financial support of the Nueces County Commissioners, we are bringing awareness about healthy eating to our communities.
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Thank You!
Nueces County Commissioners
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Weavers of Love
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All services provided by Catholic Charities in Corpus Christi are available to rural communities as funds allow.
The program receives referrals from public and private organizations.
The Program assists with the completion and submission of applications for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), free cell phone applications, nutrition classes and grocery store tours.
Our Vision
Our Vision is to actively serve people in need by providing services that will contribute to the health and well being of the community.
Our Purpose
To build healthy families and strong communities.
A program of the Crisis Assistance & Self-Sufficiency Services Department.
RURAL OUTREACH
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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
We are providing assistance to families and individuals in need of completing and submitting a SNAP application in English and Spanish.
To enroll for SNAP benefits, call for an appointment and bring the following documentation. You must have an appointment.
Two (2) forms of ID: Birth Certificate, Passport, Military Identification Card, Driver's License, Picture ID, Social Security Cards for ALL household members.
Income Verification: Unemployment Benefits, Social Security Benefits, Disability Benefits, Retirement Income, Paystubs, and other income.
Expense Deductions: Rent, Utilities, Electricity, Insurance, Car Payment, and other monthly bills you may have.
To make an appointment, please contact our Outreach Coordinator at (361) 884-0651 Ext. 231 or email gsalcido@diocesecc.org -
Coming to Mathis!
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SNAP Presentation & Assistance
June DatesDuring the month of June, the Rural Outreach Program Coordinator will be doing SNAP presentations and assistance at the following locations:
Tuesday, June 18 - SNAP Application Assistance, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm,
Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, 615 Oliver Ct., Corpus Christi
Wednesday, June 19 - SNAP Application Assistance, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm,
Sacred Heart Church, 118 S. Aransas St., Mathis
Thursday, June 20 - SNAP Presentation for the Budget & Money Management Class, 9:45 am, Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, 615 Oliver Ct., Corpus Christi
Thursday, June 20 - SNAP Application Assistance, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm,
Catholic Charities - Flour Bluff, St. Paul the Apostle Parish,
2233 Waldron Rd., Corpus Christi
Thursday, June 27 - SNAP Presentation for the Budget & Money Management Class, 9:45 am, Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, 615 Oliver Ct., Corpus Christi
Thursday, June 27 - SNAP Presentation for the Parents as Teachers Program,
11:00 am with Application Assistance 1:00 - 3:00 pm,
Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, 615 Oliver Ct., Corpus Christi -
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