Students

Do you want to talk to a caring adult from school? There are counselors and social workers who want to help you.

• Call 702-799-6632 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m from Saturday, December 19th through Sunday, January 3rd.

• SafeVoice is available 24 hours a day, every day at www.safevoicenv.org or at 833-216-7233.

Clark County and Las Vegas free Christmas and holiday assistance

Across Clark County Nevada there are several non-profit organizations and charities that provide Christmas assistance, including free food, presents for kids, free Christmas toys and meals. The agencies help children from low income and working poor families. kids from low income households in the Las Vegas area can apply to Toys for Tots at dozens of sites, Angel Tree from the Salvation Army and (partners), or get free Christmas gifts or meals (including Thanksgiving turkeys) from other Clark County charities.

Another main focus is on supporting seniors and providing companionship to them during the Christmas season. Some of what may be distributed includes free toys, gifts, clothing, games, and of course a hot meal. Volunteers also visit the elderly in nursing homes or homebound.

While almost all of the programs rely on donations and the time of volunteers, they still do their best to provide some form of holiday joy to all qualified applicants, including immigrants and Spanish speakers. They may also provide assistance during Thanksgiving and Easter. Most of the non-profits are located in the greater Las Vegas region, but they do support the entire county.

Salvation Army of Vegas and Clark County

1581 N. Main St.

North Las Vegas, Nevada, 89030

Dial the site at 702-649-8240

They offer several holiday programs to the less fortunate, children, homebound and senior citizens. One of the main ones is the Christmas Angel Program. It generally helps children under the age of 14 and will provide them with free gifts, toys, and other support. There are several other corp centers in the greater Clark County Nevada region as well. Additional sites may be located at 830 E. Lake Mead Dr., Henderson, NV, 89015, 702-565-9578. This center may also have financial aid and other forms of emergency support. Or try 2900 Palomino Lane, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89107. Dial 725-777-1365.