CIS of the Heart of Texas

Child & Family Services in Waco, Texas. Accredited Communities In Schools (CIS) affiliate serving Waco, Texas. Communities In Schools is the nation's largest dropout-prevention nonprofit, embedding trained Site Coordinators inside K-12 public schools to provide integrated student supports — basic-needs assistance (food, clothing, hygiene), mental-health and counseling referrals, mentoring, family engagement, academic case management, at

Phone: (254) 753-6002

Address: 1001 Washington Ave., Waco, Texas, 76701

Website: http://www.cishot.org/

Languages: English; Spanish (most affiliates); additional languages vary by school district

Services offered: Site Coordinator-led integrated student supports inside K-12 schools, basic-needs assistance (food, clothing, hygiene), mental-health and counseling referrals, mentoring, family engagement, academic case management, attendance interventions, behavior support, college and career readiness, tutoring referrals, one-on-one student case management, community resource connection (food banks, health, social services)

Ages served: School-age children and youth (typically K-12, ages 5-18) attending schools where the affiliate operates, and their families

Good to know: Communities In Schools (CIS) affiliate listed in the official CIS Network Directory at https://www.communitiesinschools.org/network/ (verified live April 2026, HTTP 200, non-parked). Affiliation: Accredited. Source: https://www.communitiesinschools.org/network/

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Frequently asked questions about CIS of the Heart of Texas

How do I contact CIS of the Heart of Texas?

You can call CIS of the Heart of Texas at (254) 753-6002 or visit 1001 Washington Ave. in Waco, Texas. Their website is http://www.cishot.org/.

What services does CIS of the Heart of Texas offer?

CIS of the Heart of Texas offers Site Coordinator-led integrated student supports inside K-12 schools, basic-needs assistance (food, clothing, hygiene), mental-health and counseling referrals, mentoring, family engagement, academic case management, attendance interventions, behavior support, college and career readiness, tutoring referrals. Serves School-age children and youth (typically K-12, ages 5-18) attending schools where the affiliate operates, and their families. Accredited Communities In Schools (CIS) affiliate serving Waco, Texas. Communities In Schools is the nation's largest dropou

Are services at CIS of the Heart of Texas free or low-cost?

Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call CIS of the Heart of Texas at (254) 753-6002 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

What languages does CIS of the Heart of Texas support?

CIS of the Heart of Texas reports providing services in: English; Spanish (most affiliates); additional languages vary by school district. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.

Who is eligible for services at CIS of the Heart of Texas?

CIS of the Heart of Texas reports serving School-age children and youth (typically K-12, ages 5-18) attending schools where the affiliate operates, and their families. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (254) 753-6002 to confirm before visiting.

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.