Resources Available for Covid-19 Related Challenges

211 Texas, a program of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, is committed to helping Texas citizens connect with the services they need. For immediate assistance, call 2-1-1 from your phone or visit www.211texas.org

St. Vincent's House

409-763-8521 

https://www.stvhope.org/convid-19-assistance

Assistance during Covid-19/Cornavirus Until further notice the following changes have been made:​Food Pantry and Snack Packs: The food pantry and snack packs will now be done via drive thru Monday-Friday  9am-2pm behind St. Vincent’s in the alley. 

Galveston County Food Bank distribution calendar for April

Click here

Houston Food Bank
To find the nearest food pantry in your area, Text FOOD to 855-308-2282

The Texas Education Agency Meal Finder

https://txschools.gov/

HHSC update on Medicaid/Supplemental Nutrition Assistance (SNAP) application requirements

Click here for more information

Interfaith Caring Ministries

(281) 332-3881 www.icmtx.org

The ICM office and food pantry are both open at this time; but new policies are in place to protect their clients, office & pantry staff and volunteers. The office hours are Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm; and Friday 8:30am - 1:00pm; pantry hours are Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 1:00pm. The office door will stay propped open during client appointment times to avoid contact. The pantry will be delivering the donated items to the client's vehicle rather than have the client enter the pantry building. All required documents are being emailed ahead of time to our staff; rather than the transfer of paper documents during the client appointment.

Encourages self sufficiency by providing Emergency Financial Assistance to individuals in Clear Creek/Friendswood Independent School Districts.

The Salvation Army of Galveston County

(409) 763-1691 www.salvationarmytexas.org/galvestoncounty

The Salvation Army offices are working regular business hours. At this time only the evening meal has changed, the meal service program begins at 4:30pm, only 30 people at a time to ensure social distance in the dining hall. 

Provides food, clothing, rent and utility assistance, and emergency shelter to people facing hardships.

Catholic Charities -

· Galveston Pantry Hours: 9:00am -1:00pm Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 

Please call this number ahead of time for pick-up: 409-762-2064 extension 2103

 Location:  4700 Broadway, Suite F103, Galveston, Texas 77550

 Perishable and nonperishable - pick up only 

Service area: Galveston County, Port Bolivar, Crystal Beach & High Island 

· Emergency Financial assistance via phone:

Contact their Texas City office at:

 409.762.2064 x2106 

 If they are not available leave a message and someone will contact you within 24 hours.

St. Mary Catholic Church (League City)

[281-332-3031]

· Food pantry is drive through only Wed & Thurs 10-1

Christian Helping Hands, Inc.
Physical Location: 3402 Swensen Drive @ Old Alvin Road (opposite Alexander Middle School), Pearland, TX 77581
Hours of Operation:Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday – Thursday, 10 am - 2 pm
Office:  (281) 485-9776
Information - email:  info@christianhelpinghands.org
website: www.christianhelpinghands.org  

What is Christian Helping Hands (CHH)?
CHH is a non-profit  501(C)(3) organization, formed in 1983 by local churches in our area to help people in need by providing short-term assistance with basic needs.  Our goal is to help the less fortunate become more self-sufficient whenever possible.

What kind of help is offered?
CHH gives aid to people who need FOOD and clothing.  In other emergencies, CHH helps people with medicine, and overnight lodging, all on a limited basis, and as our resources allow.   For long-term needs, CHH refers people to the proper public and private agencies.

ADA Women's Center

(409) 763-5516 www.adawomenscenter.org

The treatment facility is open and providing services. However, ADA is restriciting access to employees only. The Texas City business office is open 8:00am - 12:00pm Monday-Thursday.

Provides licensed residential substance abuse treatment for women living in coastal Texas. Women return to their homes and families with the tools for living in sobriety.

Family Service Center

(281) 576-6366 www.fsc-galveston.org

Family Service Center is currently working normal business hours, but are limiting client appointments to stagger a physical presence in our offices and encourage social distancing. They are currently working on ways to provide therapeutic services remotely.

Enhances the potential for growth of individuals and families and to help people pursue healthy, independent, and fulfilling lives through the provision of counseling and education services.

NAMI Gulf Coast

(281) 585-3100 www.namigulfcoast.org

NAMI Gulf Coast staff is working remotely. The HelpLine is available to outside calls from 9:00am - 4:00pm and will provide referrals to callers. Support meetings for families and individuals will be provided by conference call at the regularly scheduled meeting time. All outside education classes are postponed until further notice.

Provides support, education and service advocacy to families and individuals affected by mental illness.

Gulf Coast Center 

 Intake 800-643-0967

www.gulfcoastcenter.org

Mental Health Support Hotline

Texas Health and Human Services has launched a Statewide COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line that is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, toll-free at 833-986-1919. If you or someone you know is experiencing anxiety, stress, or emotional challenges, encourage them to use this free resource.

 

Interfaith Caring Ministries

(281) 332-3881 www.icmtx.org

The ICM office and food pantry are both open at this time; but new policies are in place to protect their clients, office & pantry staff and volunteers. The office hours are Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm; and Friday 8:30am - 1:00pm; pantry hours are Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 1:00pm. The office door will stay propped open during client appointment times to avoid contact. The pantry will be delivering the donated items to the client's vehicle rather than have the client enter the pantry building. All required documents are being emailed ahead of time to our staff; rather than the transfer of paper documents during the client appointment.

Encourages self sufficiency by providing Emergency Financial Assistance to individuals in Clear Creek/Friendswood Independent School Districts.

The Salvation Army of Galveston County

(409) 763-1691 www.salvationarmytexas.org/galvestoncounty

The Salvation Army offices are working regular business hours. At this time only the evening meal has changed, the meal service program begins at 4:30pm, only 30 people at a time to ensure social distance in the dining hall. 

Provides food, clothing, rent and utility assistance, and emergency shelter to people facing hardships.

Catholic Charities - 

· Galveston Pantry Hours: 9:00am -1:00pm Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 

o Please call this number ahead of time for pick-up: 409-762-2064 extension 2103

o Location:  4700 Broadway, Suite F103, Galveston, Texas 77550

o Perishable and nonperishable - pick up only 

o Service area: Galveston County, Port Bolivar, Crystal Beach & High Island 

· Emergency Financial assistance via phone:

o Contact their Texas City office at: 409.762.2064 x2106 

o If they are not available leave a message and someone will contact you within 24 hours.

 Renter Resources from the Texas Apartment Association
The impact of COVID-19 is having different effects on local families. Texas Apartment Association has released information about housing, rent, and frequently asked questions during these uncertain times. This also includes lists of emergency financial assistance in Austin, San Antonio, Dallas and Houston area. All of these resources are available here for residents to use and reference by the Texas Apartment Association. 

COVID-19 Electricity Relief Program 

Bill payment assistance for Texas Residents

Texas Department of Emergency Management

Health, food, housing and other assistance

 Short-Term Employment Opportunities: In the Houston area, positions range from floor workers and managers to pharmacy technicians and overnight stockers. Both part-time and full-time positions available. Apply on the following websites

• H-E-B: careers.heb.com
• Kroger: jobs.kroger.com
• Randall's: albertsonscompanies.com/careers/randalls-careers
• Fiesta: fiestamart.com/careers
• Walmart: careers.walmart.com
• UTMB hiring temporary patient safety assistants, patient care technicians, and patient      transporters: https://utmb-hcss.com/ 

According to Fortune magazine these companies are hiring temporary employees.

United Way THRIVE

This FREE program helps individuals and families whose household income is $62,000 and below annually and are committed to working with their coaches to reach their financial stability goals. Personalized coaching helps increase income, manage and eliminate debt, improve career opportunities, build savings, and acquire assets. Services include:

• Financial and employment counseling
• Vocational and career pathway training opportunities
• Assistance with registration process at local community colleges
• Screening for community resources and benefits
• Financial and job readiness workshops
• Computer resource room for job search and resume writing

Collaborative for Children

CHILD CARE NOW 

If you are an essential worker in need of child care, we are here to assist you and ease the burden. You can apply for financial assistance to offset child care expenses from Workforce Solutions.

THERE ARE THREE ASSISTANCE OPTIONS FOR ESSENTIAL WORKERS WHO: 

o Need child care now

o Need child care now and financial assistance

o Already have child care but need financial assistance

· For more information or to register/apply: https://collabforchildren.org/child-care-now

• Apply for benefits either on-line or at anytime using Unemployment      Benefits Services or by calling the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)      Tele-Center at 800-939-6631 from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. 
• Seek guidance from the TWC on the waiving of certain unemployment benefits requirements. 
• Contact your local Texas Workforce      Solutions office: 
• Clear Lake Office ClearLake@wrksolutions.com      346-230-7018      
•  Pearland Office: Pearland@wrksolutions.com        832-409-0049 
• Texas City Office: TexasCity@wrksolutions.com       409-949-9055 

Coronavirus Tax relief

https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus