HAAM is providing essential social and community services to an inevitably growing number of people needing support during the current COVID-19 crisis. As the pandemic creates widespread impacts and change within every sector of our society and communities, organizations like HAAM need and want to remain on the front lines. Now more than ever, the services we provide must be available to our neighbors who were already living on the brink and struggling to make ends meet before the outbreak of the virus, as well as those who will find themselves seeking assistance for the very first time.
Power and Water - Many people have power restored; however, still do not have water. The area could still see rolling blackouts as power plants come back online. Per the Public Utility Commission, blackouts to be no more than 12 hours maximum. Please remember to boil water for at least 2 minutes; do not drink or swallow water that is not boiled if you receive city water. Use bottled water and follow instructions issued from city authorities when water is restored.
211 United Way Helpline
Need help? Dial 211. A free helpline operated by United Way of Greater Houston 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in many languages.
Whether you need help finding child care, food stamps, care for an aging parent or a haven from domestic violence, 211 is the number to call when you don't know who to call. Our trained HELPLINE specialists are good listeners, blending understanding and expertise to provide information and referrals drawn from a comprehensive database of social services.
988 Suicide & Crisis Line
Earlier this year, the National Suicide Prevention Help Line became the 988 Suicide & Crisis Line.
These clinics will have vaccines required under Texas law for students. All students must be immunized in accordance with state law before entering Texas schools.
COVID-19
FEMA is coming to Houston, and in collaboration with Harris County and Houston Health Department, there will be a drive through vaccination event at NRG next week. The plan is to have 6000 people vaccinated a day!! This will be with the Pfizer vaccine.
Call the hotline # 832-393-4301 to get on the list.
The Houston Health Department will call everyone back and register them. Afterwards, Harris County will send a text to complete the registration and schedule their time for the vaccine.
On January 26th, Harris County Public Health (HCPH) launched a new COVID-19 Vaccination Portal for residents who meet the Texas Department of State Health Services(DSHS) criteria for receiving a vaccine.
The portal allows individuals to be placed on a waitlist and contacted once vaccines and appointments are available. Eligible residents without internet access can also call (832) 927-8787 to be placed on the waitlist. The call line is available 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
Harris County’s new “Smart Waitlist” system does not use a first-come, first-served process for allocating vaccines. In order to ensure fair access for elderly residents, working families, and vulnerable populations, registrants on the waitlist are instead selected through a prioritization and randomization process in accordance with state guidelines. Only individuals who fall under the DSHS Phase 1A and 1B category are eligible to receive the vaccine at this stage. Those who are not qualified to receive the vaccine under 1A or 1B are able to be placed on the waitlist but will not be contacted to schedule an appointment until the State of Texas expands eligibility beyond 1A and 1B, likely not until the Spring or Summer.
Priority phases:
Phase 1A: Individuals in Phase 1A who register for the waitlist are prioritized before those in Phase 1B to ensure everyone in Phase 1A has an opportunity to receive the vaccine. Within Phase 1A, individuals are selected at random from the following age cohorts, with oldest cohorts prioritized first: 75+, 65-74, 55-64, 45-54, 35-44, 25-34, 18-24.
Phase 1B: Individuals in Phase 1B who register for the wait list are selected at random from the following age cohorts, with oldest cohorts prioritized first: 75+, 65-74, 55-64, 45-54, 35-44, 25-34, 18-24.
Future Phases: Individuals who are not qualified to receive the vaccine under Phases 1A or 1B are able to register for the waitlist. However, they will not be contacted to schedule an appointment until the Texas DSHS expands eligibility beyond Phases 1A and 1B.
Once individuals are selected to receive a vaccine, they are provided a link with instructions on how to select a location and time to get vaccinated at a HCPH site.
NEW COVID-19 VACCINE DATA HUB
In addition to the new registration portal, HCPH has launched a COVID-19 Vaccine Data Hub. The Data Hub shows vaccine availability, distribution, and other demographic data. More information about COVID-19 vaccines is available at www.hcphtx.org or ReadyHarris.org.
Please stay tuned for more information and products, such as social media content and public service announcements, to share in the coming weeks.
Disaster Recovery
Harris County residents affected by the recent winter storm may register for assistance at www.disasterassistance.gov
Are you still struggling from recent disasters Hurricane Harvey or Tropical Storm Emelda? Click below for information that may help your situation. Disaster Recovery 2021
Emergency Phone Numbers from www.ReadyHoustonTx.gov
Emergency Police, Fire, Ambulance - Only for emergencies that threaten life or property.
9-1-1
Report Suspicious Activity - If you see someone acting suspiciously.
855-492-8244
211 Texas / United Way Helpline - Connect with resources in your community.
2-1-1
Houston Red Cross - Local Red Cross chapter provides emergency response services after disasters.
866-526-8300
Disaster Distress Helpline - National hotline provides crisis support to people in distress from disasters.
800-985-5990
Poison Control Center - Experts can help if someone has breathed, eaten, or touched chemicals or taken the wrong medicine.
FEMA is coming to Houston, and in collaboration with Harris County and Houston Health Department, there will be a drive through vaccination event at NRG next week. The plan is to have 6000 people vaccinated a day!! This will be with the Pfizer vaccine.
Call the hotline # 832-393-4301 to get on the list.
The Houston Health Department will call everyone back and register them. Afterwards, Harris County will send a text to complete the registration and schedule their time for the vaccine.
Register for your COVID-19 Vaccine!
Thank you! Rev. James L Caldwell Founder/Director
Coalition of Community of Organizations (COCO)
Harris County Public Health - WIC
Harris County Public Health
www.texaswic.org
Phone: 713-407-5800
Located:
Humble WIC Center
8950 Will Clayton Parkway, Suite A
Humble, TX 77338
Health Screenings
LUNG CANCER SCREENING
Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital
18955 N. Memorial Blvd., Suite 100
Humble, TX 77338
713-512-6040
Monday - Saturday / Hours: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Memorial Hermann offers lung cancer screenings for individuals aged 55-77.
PROJECT MAMMOGRAM
Project Mammogram is a special program offering free breast cancer screenings and diagnostic services to individuals who qualify within the Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital service area. Must call after 1:00 PM for additional information.
Phone: 281-540-6443
AVENUE 360 - HUMBLE
9816 Memorial Blvd., Suite 120
Humble, TX 77338
281-570-2525
Avenue 360 offers screenings for breast and cervical cancer on a sliding scale for individuals without insurance.
COLON CANCER SCREENING
Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital
18951 Memorial North
Humble, TX 77338
281-540-7700
Monday - Sunday / Hours: 24/7
Memorial Hermann offers colon cancer screenings. Most insurance providers will cover colonoscopy and/or screening if you are over age 50; however, it is best to consult with your insurance provider first.
LONE STAR FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
13905 Grangerland Road
Conroe, TX 77306
936-539-4004
Monday AND Thursday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Lone Star Family Health Center offers cancer screenings on a sliding scale. Call to see what you may qualify for. (Montgomery County)
SQUATTY LYONS HEALTH CENTER
1712 First Street, East, Suite M20
Humble, TX 77338
281-446-4139
Monday - Friday / Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Squatty Lyons is part of the Harris Health System. Free and low-cost cancer screenings may be offered based on income level or if you do not have insurance. Call first to see what you may qualify for.
Humble VA Outpatient Clinic
The Humble VA Outpatient Clinic is located at 1485 FM 1960 Bypass Rd, Suite 340 Humble, Texas 77338
Phone: 281-540-5018
Services Available
Primary Care services for Veterans
Behavioral Health services
Women’s Health
Virtual Care
Prosthetics
Prescriptions: Routine prescriptions processed through the mail or My HealtheVet
Laboratory: Blood drawing services available
How to Make Appointments
Call Centralized Scheduling at 713-794-8985 or toll free 1-800-639-5137.
Emergency Situations/Urgent Care
The Humble VA Outpatient Clinic is not equipped to handle life-threatening emergencies. If you have a life-threatening emergency, immediately call 911. To contact the VA Suicide Prevention Hotline 24-hours a day, seven days a week, please call 1-800-273-8255.
If you have medical problems after hours and cannot wait until your next appointment, you can speak with professionally trained registered nurses at the Clinical Contact Center to help answer your non-emergency, health care questions 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. Dial (713) 794-8985 or toll-free 1 (800) 639-5137.
Helpful Numbers
Clinical Contact Center and Centralized Scheduling (formerly Telecare): 713-794-8985 or toll-free 1-800-639-5137 Veterans Crisis Line: Toll-free 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Harris County Bayous, Streams, Rivers, Lakes - Harris County Flood Warning System: www.harriscountyfws.org | Facebook: @HCFCD | Twitter: Meteorologist Jeff Lindner @JeffLindner1
WEATHER FORECAST
National Weather Service Houston-Galveston: http://weather.gov/hgx | Facebook: @NWSHouston | Twitter: @NWSHouston
National Hurricane Center: https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/| Tropical Storm Nicholas | Facebook: @NWSNHC | Twitter: @NHC_Atlantic
Pandemic Food Benefits
PANDEMIC FOOD BENEFITS
Humble ISD enrolled students (up to 21 years of age) in families who are certified for free or reduced price school meals during the 2020-2021 school year may be eligible to receive Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT). P-EBT benefits can be used to buy food from any retailer that accepts the Lone Star Card.
Visit yourtexasbenefits.com/Learn/PEBT to apply. The application link is case-sensitive. The deadline to apply is Friday, August 13. For more information about eligibility, applying and getting your P-EBT benefits, visit hhs.texas.gov/pebt, or call the P-EBT Call Center at
The Health and Human Services Commission is pleased to announce the launch of the Texas Housing Assistance Line at 1-855-802-0014. This resource is available statewide 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to help people facing housing instability or homelessness, with a focus on people dealing with mental health or substance use issues.
Trained consultants will refer callers to
local housing resources;
crisis services;
local mental and behavioral health authorities;
outreach, screening, assessment, and referral programs; and
Outreach teams that interact with people experiencing unsheltered homelessness are providing information, cold weather supplies (e.g., blankets and hand warmers), and transportation to shelters/warming centers in advance of the anticipated winter weather. This includes homeless outreach teams from Houston Police Department, the Harris County Sheriff's office, and The Way Home agencies including:
Volunteers serve a vital role in the daily operations of Humble Area Assistance Ministries. The impact that our volunteers make in the lives of community members who seek assistance at HAAM is enormous. Most services at the social services building and our two resale stores are effectively performed by volunteers.
