Developmental Disabilities – Disabled Services
Disability Secrets
Disabilitysecrets.com is a free online resource that provides guidance on eligibility, filing claims, medical conditions, denials, appeals, and benefits, written by disability law experts to help users navigate the SSDI/SSI process, work with doctors, and improve approval chances.
Access at www.disabilitysecrets.com. Requires internet; use computers at Carrollton Public Library (4220 N Josey Ln) or Farmers Branch Manske Library (13613 Webb Chapel Rd). For local support, contact Metrocrest Services at 972-446-2100.
Metrocare
A nonprofit providing mental health and developmental disability services for low-income residents in the Metrocrest area serving children, teens and adults. Offers onsite care coordination at Metrocrest Services.
Services include:
- Mental Health Care: Individual/group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management for adults and children.
- Primary Care: Basic medical care at select clinics.
- Veterans Services: Specialized mental health, case management, and support for veterans and families.
- Accessible Pharmacies: Low-cost prescriptions at Metrocare clinics.
- Homeless Outreach: Support and resources for housing stability.
- Social Services: Care coordination and case management.
- Disability Programs: Early Childhood Intervention, Flourishing Families, Nurturing Parenting, and Supported Employment for babies, children, and adults with disabilities.
- Autism Clinics: Specialty services at Dallas and DeSoto locations.
- Specialized Programs: Support for substance abuse and youth in juvenile justice.
Crisis support 24/7 Hotline: 214-743-1215
Satellite Clinic – Metrocrest Services
1145 N Josey Ln
Carrollton, Texas 75006
Phone #: 214-743-6164
The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Metrocare
16160 Midway Rd
Addison, Texas 75001
Phone #: 469-680-3500
Administrative Offices
1345 River Bend Drive
Suite 200
Dallas, Texas 75247
Phone #: 214-743-1200 or 877-283-2121 (toll-free)