BCFS Health and Human Services - Common Thread Program - Harlingen Office

Provider Type

Direct Services Agency

Service Provider Type

Anti-Trafficking; Faith-Based Organization; Runaway/Homeless Youth

Populations Served

Adult; Citizen/Legal Permanent Resident; Female; Foreign National; Male; Minor (Under 18); Sex Trafficking; Transgender Female-to-Male; Transgender Male-to-Female

Populations Served Notes

We can serve victim/survivors of any gender and of any nationality who are currently in our 58 county service area or are expected to relocate into our service area.

We can serve youth up until the 22nd birthday in our Central and Houston regions and up until the age of 25 in our RGV region.

Visas Served

H-2B Visa Holders - Forestry; H-2B Visa Holders - Forestry; H-2B Visa Holders; J-1 Visa Holders; G-5 Visa Holders; A-3 Visa Holders; H-2A Visa Holders

Geographic Service Area

Has eight office locations (San Antonio, Houston, Waco, Killeen, Harlingen,McAllen, Del Rio, Laredo). Currently accepting referrals from 58 counties throughout Texas. Will continue to work with a youth if they move to another location in TX.

Public Phone

Main: (888) 884-7323
Hotline: (888) 884-7323

Hotline Details

24/7/365 to dispatch an advocate to meet with survivors of sex trafficking, for referrals, assistance with resources and training requests

Primary Email

commonthread@bcfs.net

Website

Languages

English; Spanish; Chinese - Mandarin

Funding

State-level anti-trafficking funding

Mission Statement

To nurture, empower, collaborate, respect, and protect, to help every survivor find hope, connectedness, and serenity.

National Human Trafficking Referral Directory

This online Referral Directory is made up of anti-trafficking organizations and programs that offer emergency, transitional, or long-term services to victims and survivors of human trafficking as well as those that provide resources and opportunities in the anti-trafficking field.

Human Trafficking Hotline Statistics

50,123

signals were received by the Hotline in 2021. Includes calls, texts, and online chats and tips.

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Important Notice

Compass Connections is honored to assume operations of the National Human Trafficking Hotline. We are working closely with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Polaris to ensure a smooth and coordinated transition. To ensure there are no lapses in services, the handoff of the Hotline communication channels including SMS, chat, and the toll-free number is being conducted in a phased approach over the next month, with full operational transition anticipated in December.

During this transition period, our joint focus with HHS and Polaris remains on maintaining survivor safety, confidentiality, and continuous access to critical services. We appreciate the patience and support of the Hotline partners and stakeholders throughout this process. Once the transition is complete, Compass Connections will begin engaging with partners and stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and continue our shared commitment to supporting survivors and combating human trafficking.