First Call For Help of Ellis County, Inc.

First Call For Help seeks to enhance peoples' lives by providing information and referral, connecting individuals to needed resources, and by participating in community efforts that bring people and services together.

Emergency Assistance:: Vouchers for emergency assistance are issued to provided for such needs as rent, utilities, minor car repairs, etc.; HEART (Hays Emergency Assistance Response Team): HEART is a team of volunteers and staff members who respond to the emergency needs of travelers passing through Hays who are in a crisis situation. Assistance is provided to meet needs such as shelter, food, gas, transportation, minor car repair, ect. In order to receive assistance, individuals must go to the Hays Law Enforcement Center.