County approves social services agreements funding Children's Advocacy Center and Health Services of North Texas
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Denton County approved 2025–26 social services agreements and provided funding to the Children's Advocacy Center for North Texas and Health Services of North Texas. Representatives described increased caseloads and services the agencies provide in the county.
The Denton County Commissioners Court on Nov. 4 approved the 2025–26 social services agreements with the Children’s Advocacy Center for North Texas and Health Services of North Texas.
Doreen Rue, representing Health Services of North Texas, told the court the agency is on track to serve more than 20,000 people this year, with a majority from Denton County, offering services from prenatal care to senior services for uninsured and low-income residents. Kristen Howell, CEO of the Children’s Advocacy Center for North Texas, said the center receives reports of nine new child abuse cases each day and described training for local law enforcement and prosecution supports that the center provides.
The court moved and seconded approval, accepted the agreements, and presented funding checks during the meeting. Commissioners praised the agencies’ work and noted the long-standing county partnerships with these nonprofits. Motions to approve were made by Commissioner Edmonson and seconded by Commissioner Mitchell; votes were unanimous.
Speakers’ descriptions of caseloads and program activities were presented by the agencies during the funding approval portion of the meeting and are included in the record.