Help in Carthage

4 service locations

Family and youth

Child care and early childhood education

510 N Adams St, Carthage · 903-693-2700

Head Start early childhood program — 80 funded slots; operated by Region VII Education Service Center.

Utility assistance

1218 South Market Street, Carthage · 903-931-2177

LIHEAP intake office serving Panola County

Meal program

522 Beverly Street, Carthage

Free summer meals for kids and teens (2026 season) — sponsored by REGIONAL EAST TEXAS FOOD BANK.

Community health centersliding-scale fees

820 W Panola St, Carthage · 936-591-8380

directions · via HRSA, verified 2026-07-19

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