Due to ongoing repairs, only select departments are open at the Dallas County Records Building today. If you need in-person assistance, please call to confirm operational status before traveling to the building. We encourage you to visit our website for the latest information and daily operations.
In observance of Labor Day, Dallas County offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Dallas County is under a Burn Ban starting July 27, 2026, in effect for 90 days.
DALLAS COUNTY ADOPTED A TAX RATE THAT WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR'S TAX RATE.

THE TAX RATE WILL EFFECTIVELY BE RAISED BY 22.02 PERCENT AND WILL RAISE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS ON A $100,000 HOME BY APPROXIMATELY $29.08.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

Family and Community Health

North Dallas Government Center - 6820 LBJ FWY, Suite 3200, Dallas, TX 75240
Telephone: (469) 224-4700

Strong, successful families are the foundation for strong, successful communities!

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and Dallas County FCH provide science-based education to improve health and well-being across the community.
As part of FCH, the Urban Health Program - a free educational initiative - our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities across Dallas County to lead healthier lives through research-based education in nutrition, physical activity, gardening, and chronic disease prevention. By promoting positive lifestyle changes, we help the community to build a foundation for long-term well-being.

Adult Programs:

  • Be Well, Live Well – A program for healthy aging and lifelong wellness.
  • Chronic Disease Education – Learn how to manage and thrive with chronic conditions.
  • Sustainable Community Gardening – Hands-on workshops that connect wellness with growing fresh food.
  • Walk & Talk – Stay active while picking up simple nutrition tips. For Adult and Youth audience.

Youth Programs:

  • Learn, Grow, Eat & Go (LGEG) - A multi-session series that enhances gardening skills and encourages increased fruit and vegetable consumption.
  • Early Childhood Learn, Grow, Eat & Go (EC-LGEG) - A four-week series designed for young children, incorporating gardening activities, food exposure, brain- and body-boosting physical activities, and parental engagement.

Additional Educational Opportunities: