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Recovery Resources
After a tornado, flood or other type of disaster, you might need a variety of resources. The items below include federal, state and local information.
For information about screening contractors or what types of permits might be required for a repair or rebuild project, contact the Department of Development Office for Ellis County or your City.
The Texas Department of Insurance provides important tips on how to avoid scams and how to navigate the insurance claims process.
The Dallas Builders Association has several tips and resources for those in need of remodeling or rebuilding services.
Many area nonprofits provide services and resources which support disaster recovery. Visit the Waxahachie HelpFinder Website.
For general resources call 2-1-1
Additional Resources
Animal Services
214-742-7722
972-935-0756
Dallas County Animal Response Team
214-653-7980
Children’s Services
World Vision North Texas
972-790-1204
Disaster Services
Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas
972-437-9950
American Red Cross
214-678-4800
Adventist Community Services
817-641- 7679
United Methodist Church- North Texas Conference
972-526-5000 or 800-815-6690
Catholic Charities of Dallas, Inc.
866-223-7500
972-723-7520
Emotional/Spiritual Care
469-285-3080
Larry78752@yahoo.com
Victim Relief Ministries
972-400-1163
Tree/Limb Removal Assistance
Texas Baptist Men
214-381-2800
Volunteer Recruitment/Services
VolunteerNow
214-826-6767
St. Vincent De Paul
202-380-9664
The Salvation Army
972-937-7727
The Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club of Waxahachie
Ellis County Veterans Services
972-825-5099
Food Assistance
North Texas Food Bank
214-330-1396
Meals on Wheels (Ellis County)
972-351-9943
General Resource Referral
Community Council of Greater Dallas & 2-1-1
Senior Adult Services
214-823-5700