The Parent's Page

   Collin county offers many excellent sources of support and assistance to parents and children.
   Use the links below to learn more about service providers within Collin county and the
   services they provide:

   Coventry Reserve: Coventry is a day program that provides life enrichment opportunities for adults
                                          with special needs. Activities and therapies are offered to promote and assist them
                                          in continuing to learn and stay active intellectually, mentally, physically, socially,
                                          and emotionally. We believe that adults with disabilities are capable of living a v
                                          very full, active and productive life when provided with appropriate and
                                          consistent positive reinforcement and opportunity.
                                          Click here for the Coventry Christmas Flyer

    Cornerstone Group Homes: Cornerstone Ranch presents a new residential opportunity for people
                                                                with special needs. We are a different kind of group home
                                                                where independence thrives, character grows and confidence
                                                                is built in a safe, grace-filled environment.
   Challenge Air - Challenge Air for Kids and Friends, a not-for-profit organization,
                                     offers motivational, inspirational and life-changing experiences to
                                     physically challenged children and youth through aviation.
                                     Click here to read an article about Challenge Air, "Reaching for the Sky",
                                     that recently appeared in McKinney Living magazine.
    McKinney Magic - McKinney Magic is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization providing
                                          year-round sports training, athletic opportunities and competition
                                          in a variety of sports for people age 8 and older with intellectual disabilities.
                                          Click here to read an article about McKinney Magic, "The Magic of Fellowship",
                                          that recently appeared in McKinney Living magazine.
    Collin County Health Care Services - Protecting and promoting the health of the people of Colin County.
   Collin County Children's Advocacy Center - Multi-service, child-friendly center for child abuse victims.
   The Samaritan Inn - Since 1984, The Samaritan Inn has helped thousands of homeless people in Collin County
                                             regain their independence with comprehensive programs and the help of caring
                                             individuals and corporations.
   Pate Rehabilitation - Serving persons with brain injuries, their families, and the community at large as well as
                                             providing professional services, support, and education that is focused on returning
                                             injured individuals to their highest possible level of independence and quality of life.
   The Turning Point - 24-hour intervention for victims of sexual assault, advocacy & counseling.
   Avenues Counseling Center - Outpatient substance abuse & mental health assessment,
                                                                 counseling and prevention.
   CityHouse - Shelter for displaced and homeless youth, age 10-21, free counseling
                             and other homeless prevention services.
   The Assistance Center for Collin County - Emergency financial assistance and information and referral.
   The Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County - Social recreation, cultural enrichment programs
                                                                                              for youth ages 6-18.
   Hope's Door - Provides safe shelter, counseling, and resources for abused women,
                                 specialized counseling for abusers, and community action
   ReadyStart - Early intervention services for children birth to 3 with developmental delays.
   Allen Community Outreach - Emergency financial assistance, information & referral, job search help
                                                                & placement, screening for food and clothing needs.
    CASA of Collin County - Trained volunteer advocates for abused and neglected children.
   Family Gateway - Family Gateway provides transitional housing and a comprehensive continuum
                                          of services to families with children experiencing homelessness.
    Plano Community Charity - providing families in crisis with the basic necessities during times
                                                            of hardship and crisis while enabling them to retain their dignity.
    The Salvation Army
The United Way
WIC program of Collin County