findhelp.org 
Find food, health, housing and employment programs in seconds.

211texas.org
Find help for food, health, housing, and more

AccessHOU
AccessHOU is a directory of information for on-going social services. For real-time emergency information and resources use the Immigrant Disaster Resource Guide.

Houston Area Ryan White Planning Council – Blue Book
The Houston area HIV Resource Guide is a convenient source of information about services in the Greater Houston Area available to persons living with HIV.

Harris County Community Services Department
Emergency Assistance List – It is recommended to call each agency to verify if funds are available and their requirements for assistance.

Harris County Community Support Resources
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic impacted communities resulting in financial hardships, food insecurity, isolation, and more. In an effort to help Harris County put together materials that may be helpful to those seeking assistance.

St. Vincent de Paul Legal Aid Resources
Is there a neighbor or friend in temporary need, because of a job loss, an illness or an emergency?

Coalition for the Homeless – Help Card
A robust directory of services to support homeless or newly housed individuals. This directory is available online only.

The Way Home Coordinated Access
Coordinated Access is a centralized or collaborative process designed to coordinate program participant intake, assessments, and referrals to housing and/or income.

Backpack Buddy 
Partnership with participating schools, school district delivery sites and other community partners ensure that the food sacks are distributed to children every Friday during the school year. 

Community Resource Center
Appointment-based curbside food pick up and additional assistance to help community members achieve long-term stability.

Food For Change
Food for Change is an innovative strategy that goes beyond emergency food assistance to address the root causes of hunger. 

• • • • • Food Scholarship
          Food scholarship recipients receive groceries twice each month, through designated Food for Change Markets, when they commit to programs that can improve their lives. 
        • Food Rx
          Clients redeem their food prescription (Food Rx) twice a month at Food for Change Markets when referred by a designated Healthcare Partner or commit to a Community Health Program.
        • Core Connections Network
          An 8-week self-management educational program for chronic conditions that will empower individuals with skills to actively embrace healthy choices. 

Kids Cafe
The Kids Cafe program partners with various community sites to provide free meals and snacks to low-income children. 

Nutrition Education
Classes in nutrition, food safety, meal preparation and budgeting taught in collaboration with community organizations and partners.

Red Barrels
Red Barrels offer a convenient way for grocery shoppers to donate nonperishables to their neighbors in need through nearby food pantries.

School Markets
Alleviating child and teen hunger by providing food to students and their families at middle and high schools.

Senior Box Program
The Senior Box Program distributes food from to income-eligible seniors (60+).

Teachers Aid
Providing school supplies for teachers in low income schools.

Amazon Prime
Amazon prime members with a lone star card receive 50% off membership 

Amazon Fresh
SNAP recipients can virtually shop for groceries and get free shipping on orders over $35.00 

Walmart Grocery
Grocery shop online and pick up your groceries at the store 

Internet & Phone
Providers may provide discounted service for SNAP recipients 

• • • • • AT&T 
        • StandUp Wireless 
        • Xfinity

📌 When you get called for an interview you may receive a call from this area code (737) 867-7700.

Fax number: 

Submit documents: 1-877-447-2839 (toll-free). Write your Social Security number on each item so that HHSC can match this document with your case.

HHSC MAILING ADDRESSES 

Mail: Supportive Documents 

Texas Health and Human Services Commission
P.O. BOX 149027
Austin, TX 78714-0927

💡 Tip: Write your case number or social Security number on each item so that HHSC can match this document with your case.

Mail: New Applications

Texas Health and Human Services Commission
P.O. BOX 149024
Austin, TX 78714-0927

Mail: Renewals

Texas Health and Human Services Commission
P.O. BOX 149025
Austin, TX 78714-0927

• • • • Lone Star Card: If your card is lost or stolen, or if you forgot your PIN, please call 800-777-7328.
      • Form 1185: Information about activation, checking the balance, etc