Help Card

Street Guide

  • FAQ

    How can I get my organization listed on the Help Card app?  

    Click the Feedback/Survey link at the bottom of the screen and select “yes” to the question “Is your organization/program not listed on the Help Card but you would like it to be?” You will then be prompted to provide information about your organization (address, phone number, services, etc). The Coalition for the Homeless will review your submission and add your organization to the Help Card.


    How else can I volunteer?  

    Through the Coalition for the Homeless: The Coalition accepts general volunteers for projects, and community volunteers for major events such as the Houston Homeless Count conducted in January each year. To view a list of organizations partnering with The Way Home, click here.


    I've seen the same man out on the streets for days, how can I help?

    If you see someone out on the streets continually and believe that they need help, please feel free to contact one of the outreach teams listed below. These outreach teams are comprised of homeless service provider staff members and have specialized training on interacting with homeless individuals, particularly homeless individuals who may be suffering from mental illness, substance abuse, and other disabilities. 


    SEARCH (Click on the Clothing button below)

    713-739-7752 

    (8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Mon-Fri) 


    Covenant House

    713-523-2231 ext. 5603

     (Youth ages 18-24, 7:00 am - 9:00 pm, Mon-Fri) 


    U.S. VETS

    832-203-1626

    (Veterans, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week)


    What happened to the paper Helpcard? How can I print information?  

    Although the PDF form of the Helpcard no longer exists, the Coalition for the Homeless has created a Street Guide document that can be used as a handout for homeless individuals. The Street Guide focuses on the issue of shelter and provides a map and contact information for local organizations who address this issue. [Please click here for the printable Street Guide]. We realize that it is also helpful to have a printable list of resources to physically give to homeless individuals, and have recently added a solution for that. You can now print tables of desired resources by service provided by clicking "Print view (table) of this section" at the top of any of the individual sections (Clothing, Shelters, etc.). These printable documents are directly linked to the information online and hence will change as information is updated, added, or removed.


    What is the Help Card app?

    The Help Card app is based on the original concept from medical, social work, and pharmacy students (M.C. Lu, A. Hazra, A. Melillo) who volunteered at HOMES Clinic  in 1999. These students found themselves continuously searching for the same resource information over and over with different patients in similar situations. They decided to start compiling information on those frequently-used resources and eventually published their work in 2002 under the guidance of Dr. David Buck and Dr. Dana Clark, titled “Blueprints: A Collection of Health Care, Housing & Social Resources Available to Houston's Homeless.” The publication doubled as a fundraiser for HOMES Clinic as students sold copies of the resource book to fellow students and health professionals. Healthcare for the Homeless Houston (HHH), the parent organization of HOMES Clinic, then took over the project and converted it into a “services card” which was maintained and updated by an HHH case manager, Sharon Epstein. Dr. Buck, the founder of HOMES Clinic and president and founder of HHH, then passed the “services card” project on to the Coalition for the Homeless to maintain, due to their connections and knowledge of resources available to the homeless population. The Coalition then transformed the project into what is known as the Help Card, designed as a single page front-and-back sheet with contact information for organizations providing various services for the homeless community. The difficulty with all of these iterations of the project is that these organizations and resources are frequently changing so information quickly becomes outdated. With the integration of technology into our everyday lives, we thought it best to create a digital replica of the Help Card in order to expand the volume of information included and streamline the process of keeping all information up to date. This has been a collaboration between the Coalition for the Homeless and UT Houston Medical School student Camille Keenan as part of her 2014 Houston-Galveston Albert Schweitzer Fellowship project. For information on the Albert-Schweitzer Fellowship please visit their website. We realize that many homeless individuals do not have access to the internet, but we hope that this resource will also be used by case managers, social workers, community members, non-profit employees and anyone else who comes into contact with homeless individuals to provide them with more up-to-date and individualized information. After talking with individuals and establishing their needs, specific resources that match their situation can be found on the Helpcard and printed for the homeless individual to pursue. The Help Card is only one of the ways in which the Coalition for the Homeless is making a difference for the homeless population of Houston. For more information on the Coalition visit their website.


    What is the best thing to do for a homeless individual on the street?

    You can keep water bottles, snacks, and/or hygiene items (travel-sized soaps, chapstick, lotion, etc.) in your car to hand out, along with a Help Card that can direct them to an agency that provides the services they need.


    What triggers homelessness?  

    While circumstances vary, more than 50% say that their homelessness was triggered by an economic factor. 35% of people surveyed cited loss of job as the cause of their homelessness, and 15% of people reported that their bills were higher than their earnings. Another major factor is a lack of affordable housing in the United States contributes to the inability to acquire or maintain housing, particularly in urban areas where homelessness is more prevalent (Source: National Alliance to End Homelessness). A variety of additional factors can contribute to the problem: chief among these are poverty, a decline in levels of public assistance, lack of affordable health care, mental illness, and addictive disorders. Visit the Coalition for the Homeless website for more information.

  • Assistencia para Immigrantes y Refugiados

    AAMA 


    Catholic Charities 


    Katalyst Professional Industries 

    • 2919 Rosewood, Houston, TX 77004
    • (281) 979-7806
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 6:30pm
    • Sat, 8am to 3:30pm
    • Katalyst Professional Industries is a professional skills development company who is poised to empower those looking for premium assistance on their professional endeavors. They leverage talent & expansive network of partners to give clientele the insights and techniques needed to find gainful employment in the 21st Century job market. Services include resume building, networking, communication skills, and interviewing tips. Their driven team of associates strive to deliver a reliable level of achievement for clients and expand professional potential because they believe that change couldn’t happen quicker.

    YMCA International Services 

    • 6300 Westpark suite 600, Houston, TX 77057
    • (713) 339-9015
    • Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 5pm
    • YMCA International Services is a unique center of the YMCA of Greater Houston that delivers client-centered programs to refugees, immigrants and other vulnerable populations to advance their economic independence, social integration and civic participation. The Y helps newcomers restore hope, build stability, create opportunity and change futures. YMCA International Services is continuously recognized as a leader in the Houston immigrant community. IMMIGRATION LEGAL SERVICES: WALK-IN WEDNESDAYS Are you in need of assistance with your legal immigration case? YMCA International Services offers affordable legal services to those in need. We can provide everything you need to apply for citizenship including FREE legal representation and civics education classes. YMCA International Services' Refugee Employment Department works with employers in the Houston area to fill staffing needs from our qualified pool of refugee candidates.

  • Chemical Dependency Services

    Alcoholics Anonymous

    • (713) 686-6300

    Career and Recovery Resources, Inc

    • 2525 San Jacinto, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 754-7000
    • Mon-Fri, 9am to 9pm
    • Sat, 9am to 1pm
    • Career and Recovery Resources, Inc., (CRR) is a nonprofit, multi-service, United Way of Greater Houston agency. Their Alternative Drug & Alcohol Program helps people begin the road to recovery and learn to lead productive lives without drugs and alcohol by providing group and individual support, counseling, education, and job placement assistance. See website for alternative program locations and details. They also help with outpatient counseling, employment services, and have a rehousing program. Programs include Alternative Drug & Alcohol Program, Career Development, Community Technology Center, Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services, Employment Services, Veteran Services, Youth Empowerment Services, etc.

    Cenikor Foundation


    Center for Success & Independence


    Council on Recovery 


    DAPA Family Recovery Programs 

    • 7011 Harwin St, Ste. 218, Houston, TX 77036
    • (713) 783-8894
    • Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 4:30pm
    • Northwest and Southwest location for Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment as well as adjunct Mental Health Services. Day and evening programs, state funding available, call first for eligibility, must bring form of ID and pay stubs if employed.

    Gateway to Sobriety

    • 7445 Park Place Blvd, Houston, TX 77087
    • (832) 767-1560
    • Gateway to Sobriety is an Adult (ages 18 – 65) 12-Bed Substance Addiction Residential Rehabilitation Center. They offer a 90-Day residential step down program to outpatient treatment. All staff are licensed. Click here for more details. When you come to Gateway, please have the following prepared: - Full name, date of birth, home address, and telephone number(s) of the patient - Insurance information to include: policy number, group number, expiration date and phone number - Primary Insured's name and date of birth (if different than admitting patient) - Substance use history - Treatment history - List of prescribed medications - Any current or past diagnoses - General information about reason for seeking treatment

    Houston Recovery Center


    Narcotics Anonymous  

    • (713) 661-4200

    Open Door Mission 


    Smoking Cessation (at SEARCH) 

    • 2505 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713)-374-3284
    • Thursdays, 2pm to 3pm
    • Must be an HHH client to participate and rsvp to Mary Bradley (713-374-3284) before attending. Lunch is provided during smoking cessation sessions.

    StartYourRecovery.org

    • StartYourRecovery.org  is a groundbreaking website developed by bringing together experts in substance misuse treatment from leading nonprofit, academic, and government institutions. Through this important resource, individuals can hear stories from people with similar life experiences, discover the answers they need for recognizing and dealing with substance misuse, and locate support. You can find resources here.

    The Montrose Center (LGBT)

    • 401 Branard St, Houston, Texas 77006 (2nd floor)
    • (713) 529-0037
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 8pm
    • Eligibility meeting required for chemical dependency services, drop-ins are allowed. They require proof of income, proof of residency, and picture ID for all grant subsidized services. They provide affordable outpatient drug and alcohol dependency treatment for the LGBT and HIV positive communities through the WAY OUT Recovery Program. Services include group, individual and family therapy, relapse prevention group, and aftercare support.

    The Recenter

    • 3816 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77004
    • (713) 524-3682
    • This is a substance abuse/transitional housing environment with a 12 step program meeting hall and meals for residents (both men and women). Previously named "The Men's Center."

    The Womens Home

    • 607 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006
    • (713) 328-1954
    • The Women’s Home residential treatment program is targeted to women who are homeless and have a substance abuse addiction or substance abuse addiction and mental illness. They offer a WholeLife® model that addresses the emotional, physical, social, vocational, fiscal, and spiritual wellness of clients. Their goal is for each woman during her time in the supportive treatment program, to achieve self-sufficiency and to graduate from the program with income, permanent housing, mental and emotional stability, improved physical and social wellness and prolonged sobriety.

  • Clothing

    Berean's Adventist Community Services 

    • 2119 St Emanuel St, Houston, TX 77003
    • (832) 928-4937
    • Wed, 7p to 8:30p
    • Every third Sat, 12p to 3p
    • Berean Adventist Community Services offers supplementary groceries, clothing, toiletries, and household goods as available. They also offer referrals to local agencies for those who have greater needs such as housing and utility assistance, however, are not able to provide this type of assistance through services at Berean. Arrive 30 minutes early for registration, bring a form of ID. Emergency Food Bags can be obtained on every third Saturday by special request and Wednesday evenings by appointment from 7pm - 8:30pm. Service on holidays will depend on the availability of staff on hand. We ask that you call in advance for Special Pick-up Services. For more information or to request services, please call Linda Walker at 713-654-8945. Services are available to anyone who has a one-time or periodic need.

    Career and Recovery Resources

    • 2525 San Jacinto, Houston, TX 77002
    • 713-754-7000
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 3pm
    • Call first to make an appointment. Must bring ID and must have an appointment. They provide clothing for job interviews only. This United Way agency also provides many other services including Alternative Drug & Alcohol Program, Career Development, Community Technology Center, Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services, Employment Services, Veteran Services, Youth Empowerment Services, etc.

    Christian Community Service Center

    • 3434 Branard, Houston, TX 77027
    • 713-871-9741
    • Mon-Fri, 10am to 2pm
    • Sat, 9am to 12pm
    • Must bring ID and proof of address if housed (if housed, call first to see if you are in the zip code area that they serve). Arrive at 8:30am. May return twice in a 6 month period. Can also receive homeless food basket.

    Emergency Aid Coalition

    • 5401 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77004
    • 713-528-3663
    • Mon-Fri, 9am to 12pm
    • Must bring ID or SS card to receive clothing and must be in line by 8:15am. My return every 90 days.

    Hope Center Houston

    • 821 Peakwood Dr, Houston, TX 77090
    • (832) 965-5511
    • Mon-Fri, 9am to 3pm
    • Daytime respite center, drop in between 9am and 3pm. Providing dignity through hospitality by offering clothing, showers, laundry, coffee, light lunch, AA meetings, haircuts, and Bible study to those who are homeless. They are dedicated to helping those who are homeless by meeting their needs (physically, socially, spiritually, and emotionally).

    Lord of the Streets

    • 3401 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77004
    • 713-526-0311
    • Mon-Fri, 9am to 12pm
    • Must bring some form of ID and requires an interview for first-time clients. They provide one change of clothes. May return every 30 days. Lord of the Streets also provides many other healthcare and crisis management services [described in Drop-In Centers below].

    Montrose Grace Place 

    • 2515 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77006
    • (832)-819-0528
    • Thurs, 6pm to 10pm
    • Montrose Grace Place provides a safe, welcoming environment for vulnerable, homeless youth of all sexual orientations and gender identities, by providing nourishment, healthy relationships, and hope for the future. Located at "The Pink Giraffe House." Must be between ages of 13-21. Entry Doors close at 7:15pm or when 25 youth have been admitted, whichever comes first. Line up outside front door starts at 5:30pm. They provide a home-cooked meal, clothing, toiletries, bus pass, small non-perishable food items, and more.

    SEARCH

    • 2015 Congress Ave, Houston, TX 77002
    • 713-739-7752 ext. 179
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 3pm
    • HHH (Healthcare for the Homeless Houston) clients can see a case manager at SEARCH for access to SEARCH's clothing room.

    Salvation Army Social Services

    • 2202 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
    • 713-752-0686
    • Mon-Thu, 1pm to 3pm
    • Must bring TWO forms of government issued ID and referral letter from an agency that specifically mentions a need for clothing. May receive clothes once per year.

    Southeast Area Ministries

    • 2102 Houston Blvd, Houston, TX 77587
    • (713) 944-0093
    • Mon-Thurs, 9:30am to 1pm
    • Fri (2nd and 4th of the month) at S.O.C. UMC
    • Sat (3rd of the month), 9am to 12pm
    • They provide groceries, personal hygiene items, clothing for job search, and school uniforms for children. Bus cards and metro lift tickets when funds available. Gas for vehicle with verifiable appointment.Call first to make sure needed service is available.

    Stand Up for Kids-Houston

    • 1827 W. Alabama St, Houston, TX
    • Tues night outreach, 6:30 to 7:30pm
    • Fri night drop-in, 6:30 to 8:30pm
    • Please email: houston@standupforkids.org Stand Up for Kids Houston serves young adults up to age 25 only. They provide clothing, food, and hygiene supplies. They help with job applications, resumes, ID/Birth Certificate application and voucher, GED, college financial aid applications, and information on local services for the homeless. They have a street outreach in the Montrose area (near Montrose & Lovett Blvd) on Tuesday nights 6:30-7:30 pm and a drop-in center for youth/young adults up to age 25 at 1827 W Alabama Street on Friday nights 6:30-8:30

  • Communications

    Life Line  

    • (713) 239-4435
    • Call for a free phone with free talk and text.

    YMCA International Services 

    • 6300 Westpark suite 600, Houston, TX 77057
    • (713) 339-9015
    • Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 5pm
    • YMCA International Services is a unique center of the YMCA of Greater Houston that delivers client-centered programs to refugees, immigrants and other vulnerable populations to advance their economic independence, social integration and civic participation. The Y helps newcomers restore hope, build stability, create opportunity and change futures. YMCA International Services is continuously recognized as a leader in the Houston immigrant community. IMMIGRATION LEGAL SERVICES: WALK-IN WEDNESDAYS Are you in need of assistance with your legal immigration case? YMCA International Services offers affordable legal services to those in need. We can provide everything you need to apply for citizenship including FREE legal representation and civics education classes. YMCA International Services' Refugee Employment Department works with employers in the Houston area to fill staffing needs from our qualified pool of refugee candidates.

  • Coordinated Access (Housing Assessments)

    Website


    Coordinated Access is a centralized or collaborative process designed to coordinate program participant intake, assessments, and referrals to housing. It involves an initial assessment of the participant to determine the best housing and/or income intervention. However, neither housing nor income are guaranteed. If eligible, participants may receive either housing and income options, or just income via Income Now.


    Click here for more details.


    Locations include the following:

  • Crisis Hotlines

    Domestic Violence Hotline

    • (713) 528-2121
    • Available 24/7 for confidential support for women, men, and youth who have experienced domestic violence, along with 24-hour Hospital Accompaniment for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault to area hospitals.

    The Harris Center Helpline  

    • 713-970-7000 (press 1)
    • The Harris Center Helpline is available 24/7 for crisis intervention. They can also provide community referrals when appropriate, and provide information about Harris Center services and direct calls pertaining to those services as needed.

    National Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline  

    • (888)-373-7888
    • Trained staff members are available to take your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The hotline is toll free and interpretative services are available for non-English speaking callers (over 200 languages). They are there to listen and connect callers with help to stay safe. All communication is strictly confidential.

    Rape Crisis Hotline  

    • (713) 528-7273
    • Available 24/7 for confidential support for women, men, and youth who have experienced sexual violence, along with 24-hour Hospital Accompaniment for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault to area hospitals.

    Teen Crisis Hotline  

    • (713) 529-8336
    • Available 24/7.

    The Montrose Center (LGBT) - Crisis Line  

    • (713) 529-3211
    • Domestic violence and rape crisis lines available 24/7 specifically for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender consumers who have experienced trauma.

  • Dental Services

    Avenue 360 Health & Wellness Dental Clinic

    • 1427 Hawthorne St, Houston, TX 77006
    • (713) 341-3790
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm
    • Avenue 360’s Dental Clinic offers a full range of oral and dental health care services to those living with HIV/AIDS. For those with suppressed immune systems due to HIV/AIDS, proper dental care is of the utmost importance. HIV-positive individuals can often suffer severe consequences from untreated infections that do not occur among people with healthy immune systems, many of which can ultimately be fatal if left untreated. Services include basic oral hygiene and dentistry, crowns, dentures, root canals, oral surgery, etc. Patient intakes are performed Mondays and Fridays, 9am to 1pm. See website for eligibility qualifications, required documents, and clinic application.

    Caroline Street Clinic (HHH)

    • 1934 Caroline St, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 286-6000
    • Mon-Thurs, 8am to 5pm
    • Fri, 8am to 12pm
    • Free dental clinic owned and operated by Healthcare for the Homeless Houston (HHH) that provides full dental service to homeless men and women. Services provided include cleanings, X-rays, extractions, root canals, crowns/bridges, dentures, specialist referrals and more. Patients require a medical pre-screening and should call for the most current information on how to get in for dental care. However, if patients are enrolled in the Harris Health System financial assistance program (previously called Gold Card) they need to use that to access dental care elsewhere. Please see the Harris Health Dental Services section for patients enrolled in that program.

    Harris Health Dental Clinics

    • 5230 Griggs Road, Houston, TX 77021
    • (713) 757-0572
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm
    • Harris Health provides an array of dental services, including regular examinations, cleanings, fillings and extractions, as well as full and partial dentures. Dental treatment is offered on a referral basis only. Individuals needing dental treatment are referred by their primary care physician. Call (713) 526-4243 to make an appointment. For a printout with location information for each dental clinic and overview map, click here. The locations that provide dental services are circled on the list.

  • Drop-in Centers

    Ambassadors for Christ

    • 555 Seminar Dr, Houston, TX 77060
    • (281) 536-5475
    • 8:30am-5pm
    • Ambassadors for Christ increases young people's safety, social and emotional well-being, and self-sufficiency; and helps them build permanent connections with families, communities, schools, and other positive social networks by: Providing services for runaway and homeless youth and the families of such youth; Establishing an alternative to involving runaway and homeless youth in the law enforcement, child welfare, mental health, and juvenile justice systems; Providing safe and appropriate shelter for runaway and homeless youth; Providing individual, family, and group counseling; and by reuniting youth with their families when appropriate.

    Beacon Day Center

    • 1212 Prairie St, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 220-9737
    • Thurs-Mon, 7am to 2pm
    • The Beacon Day Center serves lunch from 11:00 to 1:00 pm, and provides laundry, shower services and rest rooms all day. Due to COVID-19, these resources are currently available for up to 90 people per day. Access to social services include: Legal services through Beacon Law, Housing assessments through Coordinated Access, Clinic services through Cathedral Health Clinic and general social services, including "Gold Cards" (Harris Health financial assistance) through Compass Houston. The Beacon also hosts activities for clients, such as yoga, bible study, writing workshops, art classes and other activities.

    Bread of Life


    Bristow Center (PATH) 

    • 2627 Caroline St, Houston, TX 77004
    • (713) 970-7413
    • Mon-Fri, 7am to 4pm

    Cy-Fair Helping Hands

    • 9606 Kirkton Drive, Houston, TX 77095
    • (281) 858-1222
    • Pantry and Donation: Mon and Thu, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, 1st and 3rd Sat, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
    • Homeless Services: Tues and Wed, 9:20 am to 12:30 pm
    • Cy-Fair Helping Hands provides street outreach and services to the homeless community. They have a food pantry serving non-perishables, baked goods, meat, dairy, produce, toiletries, and other essentials as items are available. Clients are requested to complete an intake form. They are located in the Cypress-Fairbanks area but have no zip code restrictions.

    Hope Center Houston

    • 821 Peakwood Dr, Houston, TX 77090
    • (832) 965-5511
    • Mon-Fri, 9am to 3pm
    • Daytime respite center, drop in between 9am and 3pm. Providing dignity through hospitality by offering clothing, showers, laundry, coffee, light lunch, AA meetings, haircuts, and Bible study to those who are homeless. They are dedicated to helping those who are homeless by meeting their needs (physically, socially, spiritually, and emotionally).

    Lord of the Streets

    • 3401 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77004
    • (713) 526-0311
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 4pm
    • Lord of the Streets Episcopal Church provides many different services to the local homeless community including healthcare and crisis management. They host a free clinic through the Harris Health System's Healthcare for the Homeless Program which offers well woman exams, baby exams, family medicine, immunizations, HIV testing, TB testing, prescription medications, podiatry, and psychiatry care. To address crisis management, they also provide direct assistance services such as clothing, hygiene kits, mailing address and mail pick-up with ID, telephone use, notary, referrals and homeless verification letters, and state ID and birth certificate referrals.

    Montrose Grace Place

    • 2515 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77006
    • (832)-819-0528
    • Thurs, 6pm to 10pm
    • Montrose Grace Place provides a safe, welcoming environment for vulnerable, homeless youth of all sexual orientations and gender identities, by providing nourishment, healthy relationships, and hope for the future. Located at "The Pink Giraffe House." Must be between ages of 13-21. Entry Doors close at 7:15pm or when 25 youth have been admitted, whichever comes first. Line up outside front door starts at 5:30pm. They provide a home-cooked meal, clothing, toiletries, bus pass, small non-perishable food items, and more.

    Pink Giraffe House 

    • 2304 Mason St, Houston, TX 77006
    • Daytime only
    • The Pink Giraffe House runs innovative programs that provide homeless youth the assistance, training, and resources they need to make a successful re-integration into society. The Drop-In Center is a safe and comfortable place where homeless youth can “drop-in” and get basic need items including food, toiletries, clothing, showers and laundry facilities. They help with homework, GED preparation, and resume writing. A variety of expressive arts and other group activities are also offered at the Drop-In Center.

    SEARCH Resource Center

    • 2015 Congress Ave, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 739-7752
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 3pm
    • SEARCH Resource Center is a day shelter offering essential services to clients already enrolled in SEARCH’s case management services, individuals who are seeking medical or dental services, and those who are homeless and seeking employment services.

    Salvation Army Young Adult Resource Center 

    • 1621 McGowen, Building A, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 658-9205
    • Mon-Thurs, 11am to 3pm
    • Day resource center for young adults ages 18 to 25. They provide one-on-one counseling, job training, and educational services for the area's young adult homeless population.

    Stand Up for Kids-Houston

    • 1827 W. Alabama St, Houston, TX 77006
    • Tues night outreach, 6:30 to 7:30pm
    • Fri night drop-in, 6:30 to 8:30pm
    • Please email: houston@standupforkids.org Stand Up for Kids Houston serves young adults up to age 25 only. They provide clothing, food, and hygiene supplies. They help with job applications, resumes, ID/Birth Certificate application and voucher, GED, college financial aid applications, and information on local services for the homeless. They have a street outreach in the Montrose area (near Montrose & Lovett Blvd) on Tuesday nights 6:30-7:30 pm and a drop-in center for youth/young adults up to age 25 at 1827 W Alabama Street on Friday nights 6:30-8:30

    The Landing 

    • 9894 Bissonnet St, Suite 605, Houston, TX 77036
    • (713) 766-1111
    • Mon-Thurs, 10am to 4pm
    • The Landing is a day-time drop in center where survivors of human trafficking and those involved in the commercial sex industry can be cared for in an environment of respect. Their intention is to meet people where they are on their journey and support them by providing quality services. After completing intake, clients have access to our services, which include basic needs like food, clothing and hygiene products and more in-depth services, such as case management, counseling and more.

    U.S. VETS

    • (832)203-1626
    • U.S. VETS is dedicated to helping homeless veterans, and is a nationally recognized leader in the field of service delivery to veterans. This drop-in center located in downtown Houston provides multiple services and resources to local Veterans.

  • Food Pantries

    Bee Busy Wellness Center

    • 8785 W Bellfort St, Houston, TX 77031
    • (713) 771-2292
    • Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 7:30pm
    • Sat, 8:30am to 2:30pm
    • They have just recently undergone repairs and expansion to include more space for food. Distribution will resume August 1, 2015 and will be available during the hours above. They distribute nutritious groceries including proteins and fresh produce and can also provide emergency food relief in times of crisis and natural disasters. Bee Busy Wellness Center also includes a health clinic and street outreach team.

    Berean's Adventist Community Services

    • 2119 St Emanuel St, Houston, TX 77003
    • (832) 928-4937
    • Wed, 7p to 8:30p
    • Every third Sat, 12p to 3p
    • Berean Adventist Community Services offers supplementary groceries, clothing, toiletries, and household goods as available. They also offer referrals to local agencies for those who have greater needs such as housing and utility assistance, however, are not able to provide this type of assistance through services at Berean. Arrive 30 minutes early for registration, bring a form of ID. Emergency Food Bags can be obtained on every third Saturday by special request and Wednesday evenings by appointment from 7pm - 8:30pm. Service on holidays will depend on the availability of staff on hand. We ask that you call in advance for Special Pick-up Services. For more information or to request services, please call Linda Walker at 713-654-8945. Services are available to anyone who has a one-time or periodic need.

    Braes Interfaith Ministries

    • 4300 West Bellfort, Houston, TX 77035
    • (713) 723-2671
    • Mon, Wed, Fri, 10am to 2pm
    • Clients visiting Braes Interfaith Ministries Food Pantry can receive groceries (including fresh vegetables from the garden), personal items, clothing vouchers to the Braes Resale & Consignment Shop, and job counseling. Baby formula, infant and adult diapers are also usually available. It is recommended that clients arrive no later than 1pm. Zip codes served include: 77025, 77035, 77045, 77051, 77053, 77054, 77071, 77085, and 77096.

    Catholic Charities


    Christian Community Service Center - Emergency Services Central 

    • 3434 Branard St, Houston, TX 77027
    • (713) 871-9741
    • Mon-Fri, 10am to 2pm
    • Sat, 9am to 12pm
    • Emergency Services offers assistance with basic needs such as food, clothing, medical assistance, and rental/utility assistance. Their food pantry provides a five-day supply of food for people experiencing hunger or food insecurity. The food items fit a well-balanced meal preparation, and clients may also receive fresh fruit and produce from their community garden.

    Christian Community Service Center - Gethsemane Food Pantry 

    • 6856 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77074
    • (713) 871-9741
    • Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 10am to 1pm
    • Sat 9am to 12pm
    • The Gethsemane Food Pantry (located at the Gethsemane campus of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church) provides a five-day supply of food for people experiencing hunger or food insecurity who live in zip codes 77031, 77036, 77072, and 77074.

    Community Family Centers


    Cy-Fair Helping Hands

    • 9606 Kirkton Drive, Houston, TX 77095
    • (281) 858-1222
    • Pantry and Donation: Mon and Thu, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, 1st and 3rd Sat, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
    • Homeless Services: Tues and Wed, 9:20 am to 12:30 pm
    • Cy-Fair Helping Hands provides street outreach and services to the homeless community. They have a food pantry serving non-perishables, baked goods, meat, dairy, produce, toiletries, and other essentials as items are available. Clients are requested to complete an intake form. They are located in the Cypress-Fairbanks area but have no zip code restrictions.

    Cypress Assistance Ministries

    • (281) 955-7684

    Emergency Aid Coalition

    • 5401 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77004
    • (713) 528-3663
    • Emergency Aid Coalition purchases food from the Houston Food Bank and local grocery retailers to provide food drives and hand out sack lunches. They also can deliver groceries to elderly or disabled individuals in the community.

    Fair Haven Food Pantry

    • (713) 467-4363

    Gulf Coast Community Service Association


    Houston Food Bank 

    • 535 Portwall St, Houston, TX 77029
    • (713) 223-3700
    • Mon-Fri, 3pm to 8pm
    • Sat, 9am to 4pm
    • The Emergency Food Pantry requires proof of employment (paycheck or paystub), however if a client is homeless, disabled, elderly or not working they will give them a food package and refer them to their local pantry.

    Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston 

    • 3303 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 522-3955
    • Interfaith Ministries’ Meals on Wheels program provides delivery of free meals to home-bound seniors over age 60. They also deliver breakfast and weekend meals to the most frail and isolated seniors. Call to sign up.

    Southeast Area Ministries 

    • 2102 Houston Blvd, Houston, TX 77587
    • (713) 944-0093
    • Mon-Thurs, 9:30am to 1pm
    • Fri (2nd & 4th of the month) at Servants of Christ United Methodist Church
    • Sat (3rd of the month), 9am to 12pm
    • They provide groceries, personal hygiene items, clothing for job search, and school uniforms for children. Bus cards and metro lift tickets when funds available. Gas for vehicle with verifiable appointment. Call first to make sure needed service is available. On Fridays, they are at a different location: Servants of Christ United Methodist Church (3827 Broadway Blvd, Houston, Texas, 77017)

    St. Vincent De Paul  

    • (713) 741-8234
    • For information on Food Pantries in your zip code.

    Target Hunger  

    (713) 226-4953


    West Houston Assistance Ministries 

    • 10501 Meadowglen Lane, Houston, TX 77042
    • Monday-Friday, 10:00am - 2:00pm
    • Drive-thru Food Distribution during COVID-19: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 9:30am.
    • ​Phone number: (713)780-2727 ext. 300

  • Free Meals/Food

    Beacon Day Center

    • 1212 Prairie St, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 220-9737
    • Thurs-Mon, 7am to 2pm
    • The Beacon serves breakfast starting at 7 a.m. and lunch at 11:00 a.m.  Laundry, shower services and rest rooms are available from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Access to social services include: Legal services through Beacon Law, Housing assessments through Coordinated Access, Clinic services through Cathedral Health Clinic and walk-up case management and mailbox privileges via the COMPASS red door.

    Berean's Adventist Community Services 

    • 2119 St Emanuel St, Houston, TX 77003
    • (832) 928-4937
    • Wed, 7p to 8:30p
    • Every third Sat, 12p to 3p
    • Berean Adventist Community Services offers supplementary groceries, clothing, toiletries, and household goods as available. They also offer referrals to local agencies for those who have greater needs such as housing and utility assistance, however, are not able to provide this type of assistance through services at Berean. Arrive 30 minutes early for registration, bring a form of ID. Emergency Food Bags can be obtained on every third Saturday by special request and Wednesday evenings by appointment from 7pm - 8:30pm. Service on holidays will depend on the availability of staff on hand. We ask that you call in advance for Special Pick-up Services. For more information or to request services, please call Linda Walker at 713-654-8945. Services are available to anyone who has a one-time or periodic need.

    Bread of Life


    Cross Roads at Park Place 

    • 7843 Park Place Blvd, Houston, Texas 77087
    • (713) 252-3604
    • Tue/Thu, 7am to 1pm
    • Cross Roads is the day program held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church that provides breakfast and lunch, shower, laundry services, clean clothes, along with assistance applying for a Gold Card, SNAP (food stamps), and other social services.

    Cy-Fair Helping Hands

    • 9606 Kirkton Drive, Houston, TX 77095
    • (281) 858-1222
    • Pantry and Donation: Mon and Thu, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, 1st and 3rd Sat, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
    • Homeless Services: Tues and Wed, 9:20 am to 12:30 pm
    • Cy-Fair Helping Hands provides street outreach and services to the homeless community. They have a food pantry serving non-perishables, baked goods, meat, dairy, produce, toiletries, and other essentials as items are available. Clients are requested to complete an intake form. They are located in the Cypress-Fairbanks area but have no zip code restrictions.

    Emergency Aid Coalition Food Bank 

    Hope Center Houston

    • 821 Peakwood Dr, Houston, TX 77090
    • (832) 965-5511
    • Mon-Fri, 9am to 3pm
    • Daytime respite center, drop in between 9am and 3pm. Providing dignity through hospitality by offering clothing, showers, laundry, coffee, light lunch, AA meetings, haircuts, and Bible study to those who are homeless. They are dedicated to helping those who are homeless by meeting their needs (physically, socially, spiritually, and emotionally).

    L.I.F.E. (Local Infant Formula for Emergencies) Houston 

    • Various sites (please call for closest open location)
    • (713) 528-6044
    • Mon-Thu, 9:30am to 3:30pm
    • Fri, 9:30am to 2pm
    • L.I.F.E. Houston provides infant formula and information about proper infant nutrition. The intake process takes around 30 minutes and requires 1) photo ID for parent/caregiver; 2) baby’s birth certificate or verification of birth facts; and 3) medically necessary formulas require a note from the doctor or WIC office. When available, families can also get help with jarred baby food or infant cereal. Families can get help no more than six times before the child’s first birthday.

    Loaves & Fishes 


    Martha's Kitchen 

    • 322 S. Jensen Dr, Houston, TX 77003
    • (713) 224-2522
    • Mon-Fri, 11:30am to 12:30pm
    • Martha's Kitchen is a mission activity under St. Martha Catholic Church. Hot lunches are served for free, no ID required.

    Montrose Grace Place 

    • 2515 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77006
    • (832)-819-0528
    • Thurs, 6pm to 10pm
    • Montrose Grace Place provides a safe, welcoming environment for vulnerable, homeless youth of all sexual orientations and gender identities, by providing nourishment, healthy relationships, and hope for the future. Located at "The Pink Giraffe House." Must be between ages of 13-21. Entry Doors close at 7:15pm or when 25 youth have been admitted, whichever comes first. Line up outside front door starts at 5:30pm. They provide a home-cooked meal, clothing, toiletries, bus pass, small non-perishable food items, and more.

    Stand Up for Kids-Houston 

    • 1827 W. Alabama St, Houston, TX
    • Tues night outreach, 6:30 to 7:30pm
    • Fri night drop-in, 6:30 to 8:30pm
    • Please email: houston@standupforkids.org Stand Up for Kids Houston serves young adults up to age 25 only. They provide clothing, food, and hygiene supplies. They help with job applications, resumes, ID/Birth Certificate application and voucher, GED, college financial aid applications, and information on local services for the homeless. They have a street outreach in the Montrose area (near Montrose & Lovett Blvd) on Tuesday nights 6:30-7:30 pm and a drop-in center for youth/young adults up to age 25 at 1827 W Alabama Street on Friday nights 6:30-8:30

    Trinity Episcopal Church 

    • 1015 Holman St, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 528-4100
    • Mon-Fri, 5:30pm
    • Free sack lunch provided at 5:30pm on weekdays.

    Trinity Lutheran Church 

    • 800 Houston Ave, Houston, TX 77007
    • (832) 301-3100
    • Mon-Fri, 9:30 to 11am
    • Trinity Lutheran offers free sack lunches every weekday morning with the exception of holidays. Everyone is also welcome to join their Sunday morning services and participate with the congregation in their "Gathering Space" where coffee and pastries are provided.
Health Clinics

  • HIV Services

    AAMA (Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans)

    • 204 Clifton St, Houston, TX 77011
    • (713) 926-9491
    • AAMA has a Minorities Action Program with an outreach team and HIV Early Intervention program. The outreach team provides HIV/Hepatitis/TB testing, risk reduction counseling, prevention education, referrals and resources for substance abuse, treatment, housing, medical benefits and public health screening. The Early Intervention program offers case management to individuals who suffer from past or current substance abuse and are HIV/AIDS positive. Call Adriana Dibello at the number above for more information.

    AIDS Foundation of Houston


    Avenue 360 Health & Wellness—Day Activities

    • 1429 Hawthorne St, Houston, TX 77006
    • (713) 341-3750
    • Mon-Fri, 7am to 5pm
    • Avenue 360’s Day Treatment Program is the only one of its kind, offering services specifically for individuals with HIV/AIDS in the region. Although licensed as an adult day care, they strive to provide services that help clients achieve the highest quality of life possible. Services include nursing care, physical therapy referral, nutritional counseling, a food program that provides meals, snacks, and food bags at the end of each week, educational and guest speakers, and activities that help improve fine and gross motor and cognitive skills. The goal through this dynamic program is to address the physical, medical, mental, and social needs of our clients and provide a safe and supportive environment.

    Avenue 360 Health & Wellness—Dental Clinic

    • 1427 Hawthorne St, Houston, TX 77006
    • (713) 341-3790
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm
    • Avenue 360’s Dental Clinic offers a full range of oral and dental health care services to those living with HIV/AIDS. For those with suppressed immune systems due to HIV/AIDS, proper dental care is of the utmost importance. HIV-positive individuals can often suffer severe consequences from untreated infections that do not occur among people with healthy immune systems, many of which can ultimately be fatal if left untreated. Services include basic oral hygiene and dentistry, crowns, dentures, root canals, oral surgery, etc. Patient intakes are performed Mondays and Fridays, 9am to 1pm. See website for eligibility qualifications, required documents, and clinic application.

    Avenue 360 Health & Wellness—Omega House

    • 602 Branard St, Houston, TX 77006
    • (713) 341-3783
    • Omega House is a safe and loving home environment where people living with AIDS can live out their final days with dignity. This eight- bed facility offers palliative (comfort) medical care as well as psychosocial and bereavement services for the dying and their loved ones. Ongoing medical/nursing care is offered, along with emotional support and assistance with daily activities. The program offers social interaction with peers and volunteers, as well as recreational activities including pet therapy. See website for eligibility qualifications and required documents. Call for intake.

    Bee Busy Wellness Center

    • 8785 W Bellfort St, Houston, TX 77031
    • (713) 771-2292
    • Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 7:30pm
    • Sat, 8:30am to 2:30pm
    • They provide HIV treatment and care services, HIV case management, primary medical care, well women and well men exams, well children exams, DOT physicals, athletic physicals, teen health, OB/GYN care, minor emergencies, pediatric care, geriatric care, homeless services and referrals to additional care services. Sliding fee, discounted schedule, CHIP, Medicaid, Medicare and private insurance accepted. Must bring picture identification. Appointments or walk-ins available.

    Houston Area Community Services, Inc. (HACS) 

    • 2150 West 18th St (Ste. 300), Houston, TX 77008
    • (713) 426-0027
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm
    • Houston Area Community Services (HACS) is a health and human services organization established with the purpose of providing the highest quality of care to people regardless of their ability to pay. HACS offers a full spectrum of medical services, including internal medicine, family practice, infectious disease care, OB/GYN services, pediatrics, psychiatry, behavioral health services (counseling and substance abuse treatment), and HIV testing and counseling. Additionally, HACS houses a pharmacy and provides medication assistance and medical case management. As a member of the Coordinated Access System, HACS provides permanent supportive housing for homeless persons with disabling conditions. Both long- and short-term HIV housing assistance is available through HOPWA. HACS also has the ability to pay for deposits and first month’s rent for eligible persons with HIV.

    Legacy Community Health 

    • 1415 California St, Houston, TX 77006
    • (832) 548-5100
    • Mon-Wed, 8am to 6:30pm
    • Thu-Fri, 8am to 5pm
    • Sat, 9am to 2pm
    • Legacy Community Health Services is a full-service Federally Qualified Health Center that identifies unmet needs and gaps in health-related services and develops client-centered programs to address those needs. Their Montrose Clinic provides services in adult primary care, pediatrics, OB/GYN and maternity, behavioral health, dental, vision, vaccines and immunizations, HIV and STD screenings and treatments.

    The Montrose Center 

    • 401 Branard, Houston, TX 77006 (2nd floor)
    • (713) 529-0037
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 8pm
    • Eligibility meeting required for HIV services, but drop-ins are allowed. They require proof of income, proof of residency, and picture ID for all grant subsidized services. Proof of HIV status is also required to grant subsidized HIV counseling. HIV services available include counseling, group therapy, case management, recovery program, housing assistance, interpreter services, wellness center and fitness room, cyber center, and emergency pantry.

    Thomas Street Health Center 

    • 2015 Thomas St, Houston, TX 77009
    • (713) 873-4000
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm
    • A Harris Health System (HHS) freestanding HIV/AIDS clinic providing medical care and psychological and social services to those who have been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. Physicians from Baylor College of Medicine and UTHealth provide primary and specialty care services, including: oncology, endocrinology, pain management, dermatology, rheumatology, women's health, adolescent health, ENT, neurology, and treatment and management of hepatitis C. Thomas Street also has on-site case management, pharmacy, physical therapy, psychiatry and counseling services. Call for appointment or HIV testing information. Parking is free.

  • Hospitals

    Ben Taub General Hospital


    Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital 


    Riverside General Hospital Barbara Jordan Healthcare Center


    St Joseph Hospital 

    • 1401 St. Joseph Parkway, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 757-1000
    • St. Joseph Medical Center is a 792-bed full service, general acute care hospital with two locations in downtown Houston and in the Heights. They offer comprehensive healthcare services including Cardiac care, a Level III Emergency Trauma Center, Advanced Wound Care Center, Center for Behavioral Health, Sports Medicine, a dedicated Women’s Medical Center and much more.

    Veteran's Administration Hospital 


  • Identification Services

    Bureau of Vital Statistics


    Harris County Vital Statistics 


    Main Street Ministries - Operation ID 

    • 5100 Travis St, Houston, TX 77002
    • (281) 833-3500
    • Tue, Thurs, 9am to 11:30am
    • An operation run out of Main Street Ministries, that assists homeless individuals in gathering documentation, paying required fees, and completing applications necessary to obtain an official state identification document for the purposes of attaining employment, housing, healthcare, or other support services. To receive assistance, individuals must present a written referral letter from an approved partner agency. If in need of assistance and not currently engaged in a partner agency program, individuals may call or visit the help table in their courtyard to learn about the support services available that best fit their needs. Service is provided on a first come, first served basis. Should bring any form of identification available. Examples include: Birth Certificate, Medicare or Social Security Card, School Records State issued ID or Driver’s License (even if expired) TDCJ photo ID, Parole or Release Papers

    Stand Up for Kids-Houston 

    • 1827 W. Alabama St, Houston, TX
    • Tues night outreach, 6:30 to 7:30pm
    • Fri night drop-in, 6:30 to 8:30pm
    • Please email: houston@standupforkids.org Stand Up for Kids Houston serves young adults up to age 25 only. They provide clothing, food, and hygiene supplies. They help with job applications, resumes, ID/Birth Certificate application and voucher, GED, college financial aid applications, and information on local services for the homeless. They have a street outreach in the Montrose area (near Montrose & Lovett Blvd) on Tuesday nights 6:30-7:30 pm and a drop-in center for youth/young adults up to age 25 at 1827 W Alabama Street on Friday nights 6:30-8:30

    Texas Department of Public Safety 


  • Income/Job Training

    Please visit the Income & Employment webpage on The Way Home Partner Portal for more information and to view income & employment opportunities. 


    Career and Recovery Resources, Inc 

    • 2525 San Jacinto, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 754-7000
    • Mon-Fri, 9am to 9pm
    • Sat, 9am to 1pm
    • Career and Recovery Resources, Inc., (CRR) is a nonprofit, multi-service, United Way of Greater Houston agency. They help with outpatient counseling, employment services, and have a rehousing program. Programs include Alternative Drug & Alcohol Program, Career Development, Community Technology Center, Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services, Employment Services, Veteran Services, Youth Empowerment Services, etc. Regarding employment services, they help to empower job seekers with job readiness training, career guidance, job placement assistance, job retention counseling, and employment-related supportive services. Their specialized programs include persons who are skilled and unskilled workers, homeless, deaf or hearing-impaired, ex-offenders, older workers, persons challenged by a disability, and individuals recovering from substance use disorder. Many clients are economically disadvantaged and need intensive employment services with case management to overcome these obstacles. However, they also assist professionals who are highly skilled or possess college degrees, but need guidance to enter their chosen fields, change careers, or transfer skills to another source of employment.

    COMPASS 


    Gateway to Sobriety

    • 7445 Park Place Blvd, Houston, TX 77087
    • (832) 767-1560
    • Gateway to Sobriety is an Adult (ages 18 – 65) 12-Bed Substance Addiction Residential Rehabilitation Center. They offer a 90-Day residential step down program to outpatient treatment. All staff are licensed. Click here for more details. When you come to Gateway, please have the following prepared: - Full name, date of birth, home address, and telephone number(s) of the patient - Insurance information to include: policy number, group number, expiration date and phone number - Primary Insured's name and date of birth (if different than admitting patient) - Substance use history - Treatment history - List of prescribed medications - Any current or past diagnoses - General information about reason for seeking treatment

    Income Now  


    Katalyst Professional Industries 

    • 2919 Rosewood, Houston, TX 77004
    • (281) 979-7806
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 6:30pm
    • Sat, 8am to 3:30pm
    • Katalyst Professional Industries is a professional skills development company who is poised to empower those looking for premium assistance on their professional endeavors. They leverage talent & expansive network of partners to give clientele the insights and techniques needed to find gainful employment in the 21st Century job market. Services include resume building, networking, communication skills, and interviewing tips. Their driven team of associates strive to deliver a reliable level of achievement for clients and expand professional potential because they believe that change couldn’t happen quicker.

    Stand Up for Kids-Houston 

    • 1827 W. Alabama St, Houston, TX
    • Tues night outreach, 6:30 to 7:30pm
    • Fri night drop-in, 6:30 to 8:30pm
    • Please email: houston@standupforkids.org Stand Up for Kids Houston serves young adults up to age 25 only. They provide clothing, food, and hygiene supplies. They help with job applications, resumes, ID/Birth Certificate application and voucher, GED, college financial aid applications, and information on local services for the homeless. They have a street outreach in the Montrose area (near Montrose & Lovett Blvd) on Tuesday nights 6:30-7:30 pm and a drop-in center for youth/young adults up to age 25 at 1827 W Alabama Street on Friday nights 6:30-8:30

    TWC Tele-Serve  

    • (800) 558-8321
    • Mon-Sun, 7am to 6pm
    • An automated telephone system for requesting payment for weeks of unemployment, get payment information or the status of your claim, get general information about unemployment benefits, and establish or change your PIN. Claim status and payment request options are available during listed hours, but general information is available at any time.

    Texas Workforce Commission TWC (Unemployment)  

    • (800) 939-6631
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 6pm
    • To speak with a customer service representative at an unemployment benefits center.

    The Houston Launch Pad 

    • 2646 South Loop West, Suite 290, Houston, TX 77054
    • (713) 637-4174
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm
    • The Houston Launch Pad (THLP) provides multiple services including employment placement, classroom training, on-the-job parternships, assistance with housing referrals and with referrals to other services such as counseling and benefits. They also help with supportive services such as bus fare, gas cards, clothing, etc. These services are availalbe to people recently released from prision or parolees, substance abuse clients, the homeless, and veterans. All veterans must meet the following criteria: homeless veteran, no lease or mortgage, DD214 anything accept dishonorable, valid driver's license or identification card, can be in jeopardy of becoming homeless (i.e. eviction, 3 day notices, with legitimate paperwork).

    Workforce Solutions Career Offices 

    • (multiple, search by zipcode on website)
    • 1 (888) 469-5627
    • A public workforce system in the 13-county Houston-Galveston region, that helps employers meet human resource needs and area residents build careers, so both can better compete in the global economy. They assist with recruiting, screening, referring and testing of job applicants to help simplify the hiring process.

  • Legal Services

    Beacon Law

    • 1212 Prairie St, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 220-9780
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm
    • The Beacon Law program provides justice to Houston’s Homeless through effective legal services and advocacy. Services include assistance with public benefits, ID issues,Veterans benefits, disability/ADA, employment/Labor Law, wills and estates, elder law, consumer law, municipal violations, health law. Consultation is by appointment only (call for appointment), or drop-in on Mondays and Fridays at The Beacon Day Center during their open intake. During appointments attorneys will assess legal needs, provide advice, and offer representation for qualifying members.

    HBA Legal Line

    • (713) 759-1133
    • 1st and 3rd Wed, 5pm to 9pm

    Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program 

    • 2525 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002 (suite FLB300)
    • (713) 228-0735
    • Provides pro bono legal services to low-income men and women of Harris County. Attend one of their legal clinics to meet with a licensed Texas attorney and apply for longer term service. Legal clinic hours and locations are listed on their website. Must provide proof of income and must make at or below 200% of the poverty level, reside in Harris County, and have limited assets (although some exceptions exist, see website). They do NOT except criminal, traffic, or fee-generating cases.

    Lone Star Legal Aid  

    • (713) 652-0077
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm

    YMCA International Services 

    • 6300 Westpark suite 600, Houston, TX 77057
    • (713) 339-9015
    • Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 5pm
    • YMCA International Services is a unique center of the YMCA of Greater Houston that delivers client-centered programs to refugees, immigrants and other vulnerable populations to advance their economic independence, social integration and civic participation. The Y helps newcomers restore hope, build stability, create opportunity and change futures. YMCA International Services is continuously recognized as a leader in the Houston immigrant community. IMMIGRATION LEGAL SERVICES: WALK-IN WEDNESDAYS Are you in need of assistance with your legal immigration case? YMCA International Services offers affordable legal services to those in need. We can provide everything you need to apply for citizenship including FREE legal representation and civics education classes. YMCA International Services' Refugee Employment Department works with employers in the Houston area to fill staffing needs from our qualified pool of refugee candidates.

  • Mental Health Services

    Ambassadors for Christ

    • 555 Seminar Dr, Houston, TX 77060
    • (832) 705-8975
    • 8:30am-5pm
    • Services provided via The Bridge Youth and Family Counseling Services. Call the hotline number to complete an intake assessment 1-888-505-5771. Ambassadors for Christ increases young people's safety, social and emotional well-being, and self-sufficiency; and helps them build permanent connections with families, communities, schools, and other positive social networks by: Providing services for runaway and homeless youth and the families of such youth; Establishing an alternative to involving runaway and homeless youth in the law enforcement, child welfare, mental health, and juvenile justice systems; Providing safe and appropriate shelter for runaway and homeless youth; Providing individual, family, and group counseling; and by reuniting youth with their families when appropriate.

    Bee Busy Wellness Center 

    • 8785 W Bellfort St, Houston, TX 77031
    • (713) 771-2292
    • Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 7:30pm
    • Sat, 8:30am to 2:30pm
    • They provide HIV treatment and care services, HIV case management, primary medical care, well women and well men exams, well children exams, DOT physicals, athletic physicals, teen health, OB/GYN care, minor emergencies, pediatric care, geriatric care, homeless services and referrals to additional care services. Sliding fee, discounted schedule, CHIP, Medicaid, Medicare and private insurance accepted. Must bring picture identification. Appointments or walk-ins available. Bee Busy Wellness Center also includes a street outreach team and food pantry.

    DAPA Family Recovery Programs 

    • 7011 Harwin St, Ste. 218, Houston, TX 77036
    • (713) 783-8894
    • Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 4:30pm
    • Northwest and Southwest location for Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment as well as adjunct Mental Health Services. Day and evening programs, state funding available, call first for eligibility, must bring form of ID and pay stubs if employed.

    The Harris Center Hotline  

    • 713-970-7000
    • Call for mental health emergencies.

    Mental Health Association - Referral Line  

    • (713) 522-5161

    The Montrose Center (LGBT) 

    • 401 Branard St, Houston, Texas 77006 (2nd floor)
    • (713) 529-0037
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 8pm
    • Eligibility meeting required for mental health services, but drop-ins are allowed. They require proof of income, proof of residency, and picture ID for all grant subsidized services. Proof of HIV status is required to grant subsidized HIV counseling.

  • School District Homeless Liaisons

    HISD

    • (713) 556-7237
Shelters

  • Street Outreach

    Ambassadors for Christ

    • 555 Seminar Dr, Houston, TX 77060
    • (281) 536-5475
    • 8:30am-5pm
    • Ambassadors for Christ increases young people's safety, social and emotional well-being, and self-sufficiency; and helps them build permanent connections with families, communities, schools, and other positive social networks by: Providing services for runaway and homeless youth and the families of such youth; Establishing an alternative to involving runaway and homeless youth in the law enforcement, child welfare, mental health, and juvenile justice systems; Providing safe and appropriate shelter for runaway and homeless youth; Providing individual, family, and group counseling; and by reuniting youth with their families when appropriate.

    Bee Busy Wellness Center

    • 8785 W Bellfort St, Houston, TX 77031
    • (713) 771-2292
    • Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 7:30pm
    • Sat, 8:30am to 2:30pm
    • Their street outreach team conducts outreach and enrollment for insurance (ACA) and enrollment in the health center; outreach and education regarding PrEP Prevention (Pre Exposure Prophylaxis treatment for HIV); outreach and engagement for homeless youth and young adults; outreach and education at health fairs; and finally community outreach and engagement of community stakeholders and community partners to build coalitions of service providers in the Southwest Houston area. Bee Busy Wellness Center also includes a health clinic and food pantry.

    Berean's Adventist Community Services

    • 2119 St Emanuel St, Houston, TX 77003
    • (832) 928-4937
    • Wed, 7p to 8:30p
    • Every third Sat, 12p to 3p
    • Berean Adventist Community Services offers supplementary groceries, clothing, toiletries, and household goods as available. They also offer referrals to local agencies for those who have greater needs such as housing and utility assistance, however, are not able to provide this type of assistance through services at Berean. Arrive 30 minutes early for registration, bring a form of ID. Emergency Food Bags can be obtained on every third Saturday by special request and Wednesday evenings by appointment from 7pm - 8:30pm. Service on holidays will depend on the availability of staff on hand. We ask that you call in advance for Special Pick-up Services. For more information or to request services, please call Linda Walker at 713-654-8945. Services are available to anyone who has a one-time or periodic need.

    Covenant House

    • (713) 523-2231 ext. 5603
    • Mon-Fri, 7pm to 9pm
    • Street outreach for individuals aged 18 to 24.

    Cy-Fair Helping Hands

    • 9606 Kirkton Drive, Houston, TX 77095
    • (281) 858-1222
    • Pantry and Donation: Mon and Thu, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, 1st and 3rd Sat, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
    • Homeless Services: Tues and Wed, 9:20 am to 12:30 pm
    • Cy-Fair Helping Hands provides street outreach and a referral service to the homeless community in Cy-Fair. They are a food pantry serving non-perishables, baked goods, produce, toiletries and other essentials as items are available. Clients must complete an intake form that complies with the Houston Food Bank regulations. They serve the following zip codes: 77095, 77065, 77429, 77070, 77041, 77064, 77433, 77084, 77040, 77449, 77069, 77043, 77066, 77086, 77080, 77088, 77092, 77055

    DAPA  

    • (713) 783-8889
    • 24 hours, 7 days/week
    • Street outreach for situations involving substance abuse.

    MHMRA  

    • (713) 970-7000
    • Street outreach for situations involving mental health issues.

    SEARCH Mobile Outreach Program  

    • (713) 739-7752
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 4pm
    • The SEARCH Mobile Outreach team travels throughout Houston to common gathering areas for individuals who are homeless and provides on-the-spot assessment, assistance, intervention and referrals. They give food, water, clothing, and blankets to people in need.

    Stand Up for Kids-Houston 

    • 1827 W. Alabama St, Houston, TX
    • Tues night outreach, 6:30 to 7:30pm
    • Fri night drop-in, 6:30 to 8:30pm
    • Please email: houston@standupforkids.org Stand Up for Kids Houston serves young adults up to age 25 only. They provide clothing, food, and hygiene supplies. They help with job applications, resumes, ID/Birth Certificate application and voucher, GED, college financial aid applications, and information on local services for the homeless. They have a street outreach in the Montrose area (near Montrose & Lovett Blvd) on Tuesday nights 6:30-7:30 pm and a drop-in center for youth/young adults up to age 25 at 1827 W Alabama Street on Friday nights 6:30-8:30

    The Houston Launch Pad 

    • 2646 South Loop West, Suite 290, Houston, TX 77054
    • (713) 637-4174
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm
    • The Houston Launch Pad (THLP) provides multiple services including employment placement, classroom training, on-the-job parternships, assistance with housing referrals and with referrals to other services such as counseling and benefits. They also help with supportive services such as bus fare, gas cards, clothing, etc. These services are availalbe to people recently released from prision or parolees, substance abuse clients, the homeless, and veterans. All veterans must meet the following criteria: homeless veteran, no lease or mortgage, DD214 anything accept dishonorable, valid driver's license or identification card, can be in jeopardy of becoming homeless (i.e. eviction, 3 day notices, with legitimate paperwork).

    U.S. VETS  

    • (832)203-1626
    • 24 hours, 7 days/week
    • Street outreach for US Veterans.

  • Transportation

    El Expreso 


    Greyhound 

    • 2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
    • (800) 231-2222

    Metro Lift


    Metro 


    Project Access

    • (713) 276-3073
    • Project Access is Houston’s only, regularly scheduled, no charge bus service for homeless people, following a fixed route to 21 local agencies. It is designed to help homeless people travel to and from organizations that provide essential services such as health care, meals, shelter, and social services. Tickets are required to ride, and can be obtained for free at the following locations: Cathedral Clinic, SEARCH Clinic, Lord of the Streets, MHMRA Bristow, Star of Hope (men’s shelter).

    The Houston Launch Pad 

    • 2646 South Loop West, Suite 290, Houston, TX 77054
    • (713) 637-4174
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm
    • The Houston Launch Pad (THLP) provides multiple services including employment placement, classroom training, on-the-job parternships, assistance with housing referrals and with referrals to other services such as counseling and benefits. They also help with supportive services such as bus fare, gas cards, clothing, etc. These services are availalbe to people recently released from prision or parolees, substance abuse clients, the homeless, and veterans. All veterans must meet the following criteria: homeless veteran, no lease or mortgage, DD214 anything accept dishonorable, valid driver's license or identification card, can be in jeopardy of becoming homeless (i.e. eviction, 3 day notices, with legitimate paperwork).

  • Veteran Services

    Bee Busy Wellness Center 

    • 8785 W Bellfort St, Houston, TX 77031
    • (713) 771-2292
    • Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 7:30pm
    • Sat, 8:30am to 2:30pm
    • They provide HIV treatment and care services, HIV case management, primary medical care, well women and well men exams, well children exams, DOT physicals, athletic physicals, teen health, OB/GYN care, minor emergencies, pediatric care, geriatric care, homeless services and referrals to additional care services. Sliding fee, discounted schedule, CHIP, Medicaid, Medicare and private insurance accepted. Must bring picture identification. Appointments or walk-ins available.

    Career and Recovery Resources, Inc 

    • 2525 San Jacinto, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 754-7000
    • Mon-Fri, 9am to 9pm
    • Sat, 9am to 1pm
    • Career and Recovery Resources, Inc., (CRR) is a nonprofit, multi-service, United Way of Greater Houston agency. They help with outpatient counseling, employment services, and have a rehousing program. Programs include Alternative Drug & Alcohol Program, Career Development, Community Technology Center, Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services, Employment Services, Veteran Services, Youth Empowerment Services, etc. Regarding employment services, they help to empower job seekers with job readiness training, career guidance, job placement assistance, job retention counseling, and employment-related supportive services. Their specialized programs include persons who are skilled and unskilled workers, homeless, deaf or hearing-impaired, ex-offenders, older workers, persons challenged by a disability, and individuals recovering from substance use disorder. Many clients are economically disadvantaged and need intensive employment services with case management to overcome these obstacles. However, they also assist professionals who are highly skilled or possess college degrees, but need guidance to enter their chosen fields, change careers, or transfer skills to another source of employment.

    Combined Arms 

    • 2929 McKinney, Houston, TX 77003
    • (832) 285-9531
    • Mon-Fri, 9am to 4pm
    • Combined Arms is a veteran transition center allowing veterans to access over 200+ quality resources in our system with over 40+ partners. Veterans and family members can create a profile on our site at www.combinedarms.us. Then, take any of our 11 assessments based upon their needs. They can connect directly to resources. Organizations will then follow back up via email or phone within the next 4 business days. If you do not have access to the internet, you can call our office at 832.285.9531 for assistance with getting connected to resources.

    The Houston Launch Pad 

    • 2646 South Loop West, Suite 290, Houston, TX 77054
    • (713) 637-4174
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm
    • The Houston Launch Pad (THLP) provides multiple services including employment placement, classroom training, on-the-job parternships, assistance with housing referrals and with referrals to other services such as counseling and benefits. They also help with supportive services such as bus fare, gas cards, clothing, etc. These services are availalbe to people recently released from prision or parolees, substance abuse clients, the homeless, and veterans. All veterans must meet the following criteria: homeless veteran, no lease or mortgage, DD214 anything accept dishonorable, valid driver's license or identification card, can be in jeopardy of becoming homeless (i.e. eviction, 3 day notices, with legitimate paperwork).

    US Veterans Drop in at the DeGeorge 

    • 1418 Preston St, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 797-2913
    • U.S. VETS is dedicated to helping homeless veterans, and is a nationally recognized leader in the field of service delivery to veterans. This drop-in center located in downtown Houston provides multiple services and resources to local Veterans.

    US Veterans Outreach Center 

    • 7227 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
    • (832) 683-6954
    • U.S. VETS is dedicated to helping homeless veterans, and is a nationally recognized leader in the field of service delivery to veterans. This is a direct phone number to the Outreach Coordinator, who will then direct callers based on their specific needs. Among their services, the outreach group provides resources/materials to local homeless Veterans living on the streets.

    VA Hospital 

    • 2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030
    • (713) 791-1414
    • VA Medical Center HCHV (Healthcare for Homeless Veterans) 
    • 2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030
    • (713) 794-7848
    • VA’s Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Program offers outreach, exams, treatment, referrals, and case management to Veterans who are homeless and dealing with mental health issues, including substance use. At more than 135 HCHV sites, trained, caring VA specialists provide tools and support necessary for Veterans to get their lives on a better track.

    MakeTheConnection.net 

  • Vision Services

    ECHOS 

    • 9600 S Gessner, Bldg E, Houston, TX 77071
    • (713) 270-0369
    • Mon-Thurs, 8am to 2pm
    • Epiphany Community Health Outreach Services (ECHOS) is a non-profit organization providing free services to any community member in need. Services include healthcare application assistance, vision screening and referrals, medical screening and referrals, dental services via University of Texas Dental Branch mobile van, immunizations, emergency formula/food for infants, emergency food pantry, and consultations with volunteer lawyers. They also provide some off-site services and health fairs at local schools and community locations, locations and dates vary.

    Legacy Community Health 

    • 1415 California St, Houston, TX 77006
    • (832) 548-5100
    • Mon-Wed, 8am to 6:30pm
    • Thu-Fri, 8am to 5pm
    • Sat, 9am to 2pm
    • Legacy Community Health Services is a full-service Federally Qualified Health Center that identifies unmet needs and gaps in health-related services and develops client-centered programs to address those needs. Their Montrose Clinic provides services in adult primary care, pediatrics, OB/GYN and maternity, behavioral health, dental, vision, vaccines and immunizations, HIV and STD screenings and treatments.

    Lord of the Streets 

    • 3401 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77004
    • (713) 526-0311
    • Thurs, 10am or 1:30pm
    • Vision service walk-ins welcome but need to arrive early since there are few openings each week. They provide eye exam and voucher for glasses. Lord of the Streets also provides many other healthcare and crisis management services [described in Drop-In Centers above].

    Prevent Blindness Texas 

    • 2202 Waugh, Houston, TX 77006
    • (713) 526-2559
    • Their "Healthy Eyes Eyeglass Program" serves as a referral system for individuals who do not qualify for social services and provides eyeglasses only to those clients who qualify. They provide free eye exams and glasses to adults and children, if eligible. Must fill out application along with a copy of current eye prescription (must be less than one year old) first and fax or mail to office.

    San Jose Clinic 

    • 2615 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002
    • (713) 228-9411
    • Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm
    • Sat (3rd Sat. of each month), 8am to 4pm
    • San José Clinic is the original safety-net clinic in Houston and a leading provider of quality healthcare services for individuals and families in the Greater Houston area who struggle with accessing care. They provide primary care, women’s health services, specialty care, vision, dental, laboratory and pharmacy services. To receive services at San José Clinic, low-income, uninsured individuals and families must first complete an eligibility interview. Those that qualify for services will receive a patient account, providing them access to services. Eligibility interviews are conducted on a walk-in basis from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. No appointment is necessary. You must bring identification, proof of income and proof of address to your eligibility interview. Examples of what to bring are outlined on their website. Eye Clinic hours vary depending on doctor availability, call first.

  • Youth & Young Adult Resources

  • Other

    American Red Cross

    • (713) 526-8300

    Ask My Nurse

    • (713) 633-2255

    Baytown Housing Authority

    • (281) 427-6686

    DAPA Family Recovery Programs 

    • 7011 Harwin St, Ste. 218, Houston, TX 77036
    • (713) 783-8894
    • Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 4:30pm
    • Northwest and Southwest location for Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment as well as adjunct Mental Health Services. Day and evening programs, state funding available, call first for eligibility, must bring form of ID and pay stubs if employed.

    Harris County Social Services

    • (713) 696-7900
    • Hearing Impaired - TTY  
    • (713) 974-2703

    Houston Center for Independent Living (Disabilities)

    • (713) 974-4621

    Internet Service/Assistance


    Poison Control Center  

    • (800) 222-1222

    Police Fire Medical Emergency  

    • 911

    Police Non-Emergency  

    • (713) 884-3131

    Social Security Administration 

    • 3100 Smith St, Houston, TX 77006
    • (800) 772-1213

    Texas Department of Human Services 


    Texas Homeless Education Department  

    • (800) 446-3142

    Today's Harbor for Children 

    • 514 Bayridge Rd, La Porte, TX 77571
    • (281) 471-9622
    • Mon-Sun, 24hrs
    • Today's Harbor for Children (formerly Boys and Girls Harbor) houses children in crisis, including the children of homeless parents or domestic violence situations. They provide this at no cost to the parent/guardian. Parent/guardian must call to set up an interview first.

    Youth Advocates  

    • (713) 923-4270
    • For children and adolescents aged 12 to 21.
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