Parker County Center of Hope

Over the past 25 years, we have learned at Parker County Center of Hope that while addressing the material aspects of poverty is important, true rehabilitation and restoration are only achieved through long-term solutions. We focus our work on an integrated service model that addresses the holistic needs of individuals and leads them to a path of economic independence and improved quality of life. We believe: every person has value; relationships are essential to discover the root of the problem; effective assistance requires accountability; long-term solutions require personal investment; and success is achieved through addressing physical, educational and spiritual needs.

Parker County Center of Hope has three strategies to help struggling families: Basic Assistance, Education and Career Development and Family Empowerment.

We offer short-term basic assistance to families by providing services such as daily meals in our dining room, groceries, resource referrals and financial assistance for utilities, dental and medical needs.

Our Education and Career Development program provides long-term solutions designed to encourage navigation toward self-efficacy that will help individuals construct their own pathway to success. Adult Education provides Basic English (all levels), ESL (5 levels), GED tutoring, citizenship prep, math/language applications and certification training. We provide individual support such as life coaching, financial coaching, resume building, job search assistance, a mental wellness class (Keep CALM) and professional counseling referrals. Our career development program offers individual action plan development (S.T.E.P.S.), life and job skills classes (Powered for Life and Jobs for Life), and computer skills training.

Our Family Empowerment program extends into low-income neighborhoods throughout Parker County to reach kids and their families. With the help of local churches and organizations, 10 summer camps will serve over 500 children with weekly groceries, educational opportunities, crafts and activities and mentoring support from over 200 caring volunteers.