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Unemployment assistance
For many of you, this may be the first time you have experienced job loss or prolonged unemployment. Your first step should be to file for unemployment insurance. This can be done through the Texas Workforce Commission.
The Texas Workforce Commission
The TWC has information for people seeking employment as well as unemployment insurance.
www.twc.state.tx.us
817-420-1600
If you need additional assistance, below are some federal, state, and local organizations available to help you.
Federal Resources:
Government Benefits
The official benefits website of the United States government. It provides information for more than 1,000 benefit and assistance programs offered through the U.S. government.
www.Govbenefits.gov
800-333-4636
Making Homes Affordable
In conjunction with HUD, this website provides a plan to help Americans reduce their monthly mortgage payments to more affordable levels.
www.makinghomeaffordable.gov
888-995-4673
United States Government Jobs
Resources to help you find and apply for jobs with the United States government.
Government Contracting Opportunities
Resource for all U.S. government vendors and contractors.
Veterans
An employment clearinghouse for veterans and employers seeking people with prior military experience. This website also helps to provide resume ideas for translating military experience to private sector employment.
www.hirevetsfirst.gov
202-693-4700
U.S. Department of Labor Veterans' Employment and Training Service
200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Rm. S-1325
Washington, DC 20210
State Resources:
Texas Department of Health and Human Services
Provides temporary financial assistance for basic needs.
www.hhsc.state.tx.us/help/index.html
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Office of the Ombudsman, MC H-700
P.O. Box 85200
Austin, TX 78708-5200
Texas Information and Referral Network
Sponsored by the United Way and it provides information about local resources available for your individual situation.
2-1-1 or 877-541-7905
Work in Texas
A comprehensive online job resource sponsored by the Texas Workforce Commission. It serves to help employers find employees, and potential employees locate jobs. Also, it provides resources for constructing a resume.
Additional Resources:
Business Assistance Center
The BAC provides resources for small business owners. It is comprised of 12 service providers. Each offers a variety of resources for those who intend to start, buy or expand a business.
www.fwbac.com
817-871-6025
Non-profit Job Search
Opportunity knocks.org is a national organization that helps people find employment in the non-profit sector.
www.opportunityknocks.org
888-OKNOCKS
Opportunity Knocks
50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 845
Atlanta, GA 30303
Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County
Offers workforce improvement services for job seekers, such as classes and seminars as well as business owners.
www.workforcesolutions.net
Phone: 817-413-4400
Fax: 817-531-5681
1320 S. University Suite 600
Fort Worth, TX 76107