Katrina Houston Refugee Emergency Information

MAYOR’S OFFICE OF IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE AFFAIRS (MOIRA)
EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE CONTACTS FOR FLOOD VICTIMS

Oficina del Alcalde de Houston para Inmigrantes y Refugiados (MOIRA)
CONTACTOS PARA ASISTENCIA DE EMERGENCIA PARA LAS VICTIMAS DE LA INUNDACION

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE/SHELTER

Information and Referral: Dial United Way Help Line 2-1-1 for around-the-clock information about evacuations, shelters, and other resources. Due to the uncertainty of cell phone access from providers outside of Texas, the 2-1-1 Texas system has implemented a toll-free number.

The Hurricane Evacuation number is:…. 1-888-312-4567.

American Red Cross:………… 1-866-GET-INFO/713-313-5480
Clothing: Individuals wishing to donate food stuffs or clothing to those fleeing Katrina can drop those items at the following locations:

Salvation Army:…………. 713-752-0677
The "quick response" arm of The Salvation Army, provides temporary emergency assistance to individuals and families. Provides rent, mortgage, utilities, food, and clothing assistance to qualified adults, as well as referrals to other collaborating agencies.
Salvation Army locations:(Please call the location for their hours of operation)

· 2600 Aldine Westfield RoadHouston, Tx 713.694.5688
· 364 Ave "E"Conroe, TX956.760.2440
· 2762 Cherrybrook LanePasadena, TX713.378.0020
· 4516 Irvington Blvd.Houston, TX713.692.0522
· 2407 North MainHouston, TX713.224.2875

Federal Emergency Management Assistance (FEMA):
· Call to Apply for Assistance 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).
· The speech or hearing impaired may call (TTY) 1-800-462-7585.
· You may also register online.
· For use ONLY by people in designated federal disaster areas.
· Be prepared to give your Social Security number, describe your losses, provide financial information, and give directions to the damaged property.
What You Can Do If You're Having Trouble Getting Through
· If you get a busy signal, try to call in the evening after 6:00 p.m. or on the weekends when call volumes tend to be lighter.
· The information you provide is put into the computer
· You are now in the system
· The recovery process begins
· If you have questions, review the Applicant Assistance Guide or visit Frequently Asked Questions.

HEALTH ASSISTANCE:
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is working with the State of Louisiana and our federal partners to provide assistance to those displaced by Hurricane Katrina and recent flooding as quickly as possible.
· Pharmacies: To fill a prescription for Louisiana Medicaid participants, please complete the enrollment forms posted on the HHSC website. Pharmacies needing to verify eligibility can do so by calling 1-800-473-2783.
· Healthcare providers: You can verify Louisiana Medicaid and CHIP enrollment information and procedures to process claims at 1-800-473-2783.
Impacted HHSC eligibility offices will have extended hours during the duration of this situation. To find out more on Medicaid Eligibility go to: http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/cs/Medicaid_FAQ.html

Source: HHSC Website: Louisiana Medicaid Prescription Drug Information
· The State of Louisiana asks Texas pharmacies filling prescriptions for Louisiana Medicaid participants to complete and fax the following enrollment forms to (225) 216-6392 or (225) 216-6335.
· Louisiana Medicaid Pharmacy Forms (pdf)
· Instructions for Louisiana Medicaid Pharmacy Forms (pdf)
· The State of Louisiana has instructed pharmacies to disregard the prohibition of faxed applications stated in the instructions.

FOOD ASSISTANCE:
All individuals that are displaced by Hurricane Katrina and appear in HHSC eligibility offices are being treated as expedited Food Stamp applicants, regardless of previous receipt of benefits in another state, and regardless of some eligibility factors.
Food Stamps:…………………………………………………. 1-800-500-4266
WIC:…………………………………………………………….. 1-800-942-3678
Houston Food Bank:……………………………………………………………. 713.223.3700
3811 Eastex FreewayHouston, TX 77026
Hours: 7 am - 8 pm

SCHOOL Enrollment Information for Students Displaced by Hurricane Katrina
August 31, 2005
(En Español I Vietnamese (pdf)) The Houston Independent School District, with approval from the Texas Education Agency, is accepting students from the areas ravaged by Hurricane Katrina who have come to Houston seeking shelter.
Students living in temporary living arrangements due to loss of housing will most likely qualify as "homeless" students and may enroll in the school district where they are physically present without proof of residence. Parents temporarily housed within HISD's borders can go to the school nearest their temporary residence to enroll their school-age children. For assistance in identifying the closest school to your location, call 713-892-6699 weekdays from 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Homeless students who are 4 years old on September 1 qualify to attend prekindergarten. In some HISD schools, prekindergarten classes are also available for homeless students who are 3 years old on September 1.

Parents will be asked to complete a Student Residency Form (available at schools) to document where they are currently residing and verify that they qualify for "homeless" status under federal law.

Enrolling in an HISD school requires students to follow immunization guidelines, but in an effort to assist families affected by Hurricane Katrina, the Texas Department of State Health Services is permitting temporary provisional enrollment for students transferring from Louisiana, Mississippi, or Alabama. State and federal guidelines permit enrollment of these students for 30 days pending initiation of vaccinations or receipt of vaccination documentation and school records—a provision already provided to students who transfer from one Texas school to another. HISD will seek further guidance from the Texas Education Agency for helping the children after the 30-day period.

Basic questions about enrolling children displaced by Hurricane Katrina and the services they will receive, answered here.

Superintendent of Schools Abelardo Saavedra met briefly Tuesday, August 31, with a member of the New Orleans Board of Education and offered any assistance that HISD could provide. In addition, HISD assembled a team of technical experts Tuesday to work with New Orleans school officials on disaster recovery. Members of that team will confer by phone with New Orleans school officials Wednesday afternoon on issues that district will face before reopening its schools.
Answers to Basic Questions About Enrolling Children Displaced by Hurricane Katrina and the Services They Will Receive
September 1, 2005

Q. Which school should a displaced child attend?A. The school nearest his or her temporary Houston residence. For help in identifying the closest school, call 713-892-6699 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Q. Who is eligible to attend HISD schools?A. Special enrollment provisions have been made by the state for displaced students who are sheltering within the boundaries of HISD, are between the ages of 5 and 21, and have not graduated from high school. Three-year-old children may also receive Special Education services. Three- and four-year-old students are eligible for prekindergarten; however, four-year-old students have priority over three-year-olds in prekindergarten enrollment.To enter kindergarten, a child must be five years old no later than September 1 of a given school year. To be eligible for first grade, a child should be six years old by September 1 of a given school year.
Q. What documentation is needed?A. None. However, if parents have identification (e.g., driver's license) and birth certificates, immunization records, or school records (especially any Special Education records) for their children, they should bring them to the school.
Q. Are there special forms parents will need to fill out?A. Yes, there are a number of routine registration forms that parents will be asked to complete. Parents will receive the forms at the school where they are registering.
Q. Are displaced children eligible for free or reduced-price meals?A. Yes. Evacuated students will receive free breakfast and/or lunch immediately.
Q. What will happen with Special Education or limited-English-proficient students?A. Evacuated LEP students will be enrolled in the appropriate class on the basis of the information received from the parent. LEP students will need to be tested within 30 days for eligibility. HISD will enroll evacuated Special Education students in the appropriate class on the basis of the information received from the parent, using the established procedures for transferring students with disabilities. Parents should provide information regarding disabilities, types of services or assistive technology needed, and special diet or medical needs, plus an approximate description of the student's educational plan.
Q. Will evacuated students receive bus transportation?A. Yes, if they live two or more miles from the school and within its attendance zone. Note: Students who are sheltering in one school's attendance zone and choose to attend a different school are not eligible to receive transportation.
Q. Can classes exceed the regular 22:1 student-to-teacher ratio for elementary grades?A. Yes; however, principals will assess the educational environment for all students before extending class sizes. If a principal determines that a class does not have space, normal capping procedures will be followed.
Q. Does this information apply to the evacuees who are being sheltered at the Astrodome?A. Yes; however, where those students will be enrolled/receive instruction will be handled differently, since the schools closest to the Astrodome cannot serve that many students.

RELIEF EFFORTS:

United Way Katrina Refugee Relief Fund is accepting donations to assist local agencies that are caring for displaced victims of Hurricane Katrina. Monetary contributions can be made at any of the more than 80 Amegy Bank of Texas banking centers or by mailing to:
Attn Teller
Katrina Refugee Relief Fund
P.O. Box 27459
Houston, Texas 77227
· Visit any banking center and reference "United Way Katrina Refugee Relief Fund," Account #3601021.

SOCIAL WORKERS NEEDED:
The county needs licensed social workers at the Astrodome 24 hours a day for the next week to two weeks. Specifically, they need social workers to cover the following shifts at the Astrodome, beginning this afternoon (9/1/05).
4:00 pm to midnightMidnight to 8:00 am8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Those who are able to volunteer must do the following:
1. Fax a page with your name, credentials, contact information and shift preferences (as well as a copy of your license if you have it) to Susan at 713-986-3456.
2. Leave a message, with this same information, for Dr. Thompson (also at CAC) at 281-621-3808.
3. Go to the Children's Assessment Center at 2500 Bolsover (after you've faxed and called) to get your armband and to be certified to enter the Astrodome.
They need as many licensed social workers as they can possibly get right now.

OTHER SOURCES FOR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE;
Programs and services that provide financial or emergency assistance for food, housing and/or utilities, call for eligibility requirements.

Southwest Area Ministry’s: Southwest Area Ministry is a non-profit emergency assistance agency, servicing the residents of Southwest Houston. All services are provided by a volunteer staff. We need you! We also have opportunities to volunteer for Special Events
For more information call 281-530-8167 info@southwestministry.org

Bear Creek Assistance Ministries 16209 Keith Harrow, Houston, 77084 (281) 855-0014
• Assistance for rent, utilities, food pantry, a home repair program, immunization clinic, gold card registration, school supplies, Christmas Express, childcare, medical, and transportation programs.

Braes Interfaith Ministries.......... (713) 723-2671
4300 WEST BELLFORT, HOUSTON, 77035
• Assistance with food, clothing, rent, utilities, and prescriptions. Financial aid application must be completed. Assistance given with preparing resume and with seeking employment.

Brazoria County Welfare Department ............ (979) 864-1427
313 W. Mulberry Angleton, 77515
Assistance provided for rent, utilities, food, medicine, and ambulance service.

Christian Community Service Center, Inc. ..................................................... (713) 961-3993 3230 Mercer, Houston, 77027
• Assist low-income clients with emergency food, clothing, and limited financial assistance.

Cypress Assistance Ministries.…................................ (281) 955-7684
11202 Huffmeister, Houston, 77065
• Food pantry, clothing, and household items, financial assistance, and employment counseling and training to assist residents in specific zip codes.

East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry, Inc. ...…........................................ (281) 261-1006
425 Stafford Run Road, Stafford, 77477

• A full service food pantry, financial assistance for rent and utilities, and the Tri-Cities Churches resale shop.

Emergency Aid Coalition ....................….............................. (713) 528-3663
5501 South Main, Houston, 77004
• Clothing, food, securing documents and special assistance to families in crisis. (No financial
assistance available.)

Fort Bend County Social Services ..................................................... (281) 342-7300
4520 Reading Road, Suite A Rosenberg, 77421
Groceries, medication, utilities, and rental/mortgage assistance.

Galveston County Social Services....................................... (409) 770-5583
123 Rosenberg, Suite 4020 Galveston, 77550
Assistance provided for housing, utilities, and food for residents of Galveston county.

Harris County Social Services .................................................... (713) 696-7900
9418 Jensen Drive, Houston, 77093
Assistance provided for rent/mortgage and utility bills.

Hobby Area Ministry.......…......... (713) 640-2767
7436 Park Place, Houston, 77061
• Food Pantry

Humble Area Assistance Ministries ..................................................... (281) 446-3663
1302 First Street, Humble, 77338
• A special fund for gas to get to job interviews or medical appointments, vouchers for clothing and household items by the HAAM resale shop, job bank, and emergency rent and utility assistance.

Interfaith Caring Ministries......... (281) 332-3881
631 Egret Bay Blvd., League City, 77573
• Assistance with food, rent, utilities, school supplies, and resale shop.

Katy Christian Ministries............ (281) 391-5261
5502 First Street, Katy, 77492
• Food pantry, periodic financial assistance on utilities and rent, employment assistance, and school supplies.

La Marque Aid & Guidance Service...................................... (409) 938-7852
2222 Cedar, La Marque, 77568
• Assistance with utility bills, rent, and food pantry.

Life Houston .............................. (713) 528-6044
277 West Gray Houston, 77019
Food and formula for infants only.

Memorial Assistance Ministries.. (713) 468-4516
9448 Long Point, Houston, 77055
• Assistance with groceries, rent, mortgage, job placement

North Channel Assistance Ministries..……… …………………………………………(713) 453-8028 13837 Bonham, Houston, 77015
• Assistance with utility bills, rent, and food pantry.

Northwest Assistance Ministries ..................................................... (281) 885-4555
15555 Kuykendahl, Houston, 77090
• Assistance with utility bills, rent, clothing, and food pantry.

Social Security Administration. 1-800-772-1213
10120 Northwest Freeway, Suite 100 Houston, 77092
Information Services
• Administers Social Security and Supplemental Security Income programs in Southeast Texas.

Texas Department of Human Services…................................... (713) 767-2000
5425 Polk Houston, 77023

Lone Star Help Desk ……………1-800-777-7328
Financial and medical assistance. (TANF, food stamps and Medicaid)

Tomball Emergency Assistance Ministries….................................. (281) 351-6700
300 West Main, Tomball, 77375
• Assistance with prescriptions, rent, utilities, gas, and overnight lodging on a limited basis.

West Houston Assistance Ministries .................................................... (713) 977-9942
10501 Meadowglen, Houston, 77042
• Assistance with clothing,

CARING FOR OTHERS

A BETTER WAY, 4802 Caroline Blvd., Houston, Texas 77004; 524-0838. Provides residential treatment for chemically dependent men.

ASSOCIATED CATHOLIC CHARITIES, 2900 Lousiana Houston, Texas 77006: 713) 874-6752 Provides social services to young, old, sick and homeless. Needs food, people to adopt a family (provide food and gifts), volunteers, food baskets, gift baskets for women and girls, clothing and shoes, furniture, exercise equipment, toiletries and cash.

*BAY AREA MEALS ON WHEELS,1515 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, Texas 77058; 281-333-1275. Serves meals to elderly in Clear Creek School District and Bacliff. Needs volunteers and cash. Holiday needs: personal-care items, stationery, candy, and stamps.

BILLIEJOYCE LEARNING CENTER, 5300 Coke St., Houston, Texas 77020; 713-672-6614. Offers GED classes, job-skills training and tutoring. Needs children's furniture, toys, folding chairs, desks, sofa, office supplies and machines, TV, VCR, water coolers, bookshelves, kitchen appliances, handicapped-accessible water fountain.

CENIKOR, 4525 Glenwood Ave., Deer Park, Texas 77536; (281) 476-0088. Residential drug/alcohol treatment program. Needs cash, toiletries, socks, pantyhose, underwear, neckties, raincoats, alarm clocks, stationery, purses, briefcases, tickets to special events, 1985 or newer vehicles.

CHURCH IN THE EAST, 10222 Hirsch Road, Houston, Texas 77016; 713-633-8600. Needs cash, transportation, new children's clothing for ages 2-15, adult coats, toys, games, children's bikes, shoes, furniture, beds, blankets, towels, toiletries.
CRISIS INTERVENTION OF HOUSTON,
P.O. Box 130866, Houston, Texas 77219;
713-527-9864.
People in crisis talk through their problems with volunteer telephone counselors at this 24-hour emergency hotline. In-depth training prepares these counselors for the diverse range of calls they will handle during weekly four-hour duty shifts. Volunteers have their choice of two locations at which to perform this important service, one near River Oaks, the other in the Bay area.

END HUNGER NETWORK,
1770 St. James Place, Suite 204, Houston, Texas 77056;
713-963-0099.
Programs have provided more than 32 million pounds of donated food to Houston's hungry since 1985.

EVERGREEN COMMONS -- SOCIAL SERVICES,
8484 Jason; Houston, Texas 77074.
(281) 484-2097.
Spanish-speaking volunteers are needed one Wednesday a month at this southwest Houston apartment complex for low-income elderly and disabled persons. A contribution of a few hours anytime between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. is all that's asked.


FOOTPRINTS IN THE SAND
7990 Glass Circle, Houston, Texas 77016
713-631-3369
Provides supervised living for the handicapped, veterans, recovering drug addicts/alcoholics and the homeless. Needs cash, toys, food, anything in working order.

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY
Memorial Hospital-The Woodlands
9250 Pinecroft, The Woodlands, Texas 77380
281-364-2458
Needs volunteers for gift shop, nurse's stations, emergency room, receptionist, and courier services.

HOUSTON CHALLENGE FOUNDATION
5615 Kirby Drive, No. 502, Houston, Texas 77005
713-523-8900
HIV/AIDS family pantry distributes food, hygiene products, and cleaning items to families with HIV. Also gives children Christmas gifts and school supplies. Needs volunteers, nonperishable food items (particularly tuna and meats), large baby diapers, hygiene products, and cash.

HOUSTON COMMISSION
2055 S. Gessner, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77063
713-675-3787
Jesus Video Project networks with churches in the Houston area to meet community needs. Needs volunteers, cash, computer, computer paper, coffee, canned fruit, eating utensils, and paper cups, plates and napkins.

HOUSTON COMMUNITY VOICE MAIL
5220 Travis, Houston, Texas 77002
713-529-4190
Mission is to provide voice mail as a communication link to low-income families and homeless people seeking employment, housing, medical care, social services or safety from domestic abuse. Needs TV, VCR, computer with Windows '95, computer chair and volunteer graphic artist, photographer and office help.

HOUSTON COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM AND DRUG ABUSE
333 Eastside St., Suite 111, Houston, Texas 77098
713-520-5502
Offers 24-hour bilingual drug-related counseling services, classes, workshops and speakers bureau. Needs companies to adopt a youth program; weekday clerical volunteers, volunteer librarian and cash.

HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL SEAFARERS' CENTER
upper level of Wharf 23, P.O. Box 9506, Houston, Texas 77261
713-672-0511
Needs toiletry items, pens and pencils, stationery, socks, calendars, Texas souvenirs, disposable cameras, sewing supplies.

INTERNATIONAL LEARNING CENTER
6605 Rookin; Houston, Texas (77081)
(713) 964-0229. Call for volunteer needs.

JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF HOUSTON
5601 S. Braeswood, Houston, Texas 77096
713-729-3200, Ext. 3264
Delivers meals to homebound elderly. Needs volunteers to pack and deliver meals.

K NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
5210 Northington; Houston, Texas 77039
(713)987-0300. Contact: Kaye Stovall
Clerical support is needed by an agency in the process of opening a new shelter in northeast Houston for indigent seniors. Duties will consist in helping organize records, filing, and typing of proposals and general correspondence. A commitment of one day a week, on weekdays or weekends, is asked.

LOU LAWLER SEAFARERS' CENTER
1700 E. Barbours Cut Blvd., La Porte, Texas 77571
713-470-2414
Provides seafarers with a place to rest, make calls, and buy personal supplies. Needs volunteers and cash.

MAKE READY
3333 Fannin St., No. 108, Houston, Texas 77004
713-520-5544
Provides job training and placement assistance to people with disabilities. Needs office furniture and cash.

MEDICAL BRIDGES
6727 Cadillac, Houston, Texas 77021
713-748-8131
Provides conduit for hospitals, clinics, and individuals to donate usable medical supplies and surplus medical equipment to impoverished areas of the world. Needs volunteers for pickup, sorting, and packing of donated items, warehouse/inventory management, and international shipping; also needs shelving, pallets and dolly.

MILAM HOUSE
4100 Milam, Houston, Texas 77006
713-520-9248
Residence for men with HIV. Needs cash, food, volunteers, sofa, and electric mixer.

THE NEAREST PLACE
Contact: 1-800-750-9212 or (in the 409 area) 770-0841. FAX: 409-762-7035.
Email: mailto:%20homecare@phoenix.net this non-profit corporation was founded to assist people with reduced physical abilities, temporary, or permanent, to remain in their homes. We do home assessments, adaptive design and modifications in the Houston/Galveston area using occupational therapists, registered nurses, and people from various building trades. Our volunteer needs are for occupational therapists, RNs, architects, carpenters, electricians, and plumbers.

NEW CANEY NEW HORIZONS
P.O. Box 711, New Caney, Texas 77357
713-354-7667
Benefits people with mental retardation. Needs volunteers for resale shop, social events and Special Olympics; donations to resale shop, financial sponsorships, clerical help.

OMEGA HOUSE, 602 Branard, Houston, Texas 77006; 523-7110. Needs copy paper, laundry soap, light bulbs, trash bags and volunteers.
PASADENA MEALS ON WHEELS, Peace Lutheran Church, 6435 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, Texas 77505; 713-487-2328. Serves hot lunch to elderly and handicapped. Needs cash and volunteer drivers.

PROJECT CAPABLE
743 Zoe St., Houston, Texas 77020; 713-671-3700
Helps older adults to live independently. Needs blankets, cash, new electric heaters, and new women's cotton socks, food vouchers.

*ROBIN FOUNDATION
P.O. Box 3243, Texas City, Texas 77590
409-763-5129
Provides holiday toys to terminally ill children at UTMB Children's Cancer Unit in Galveston. Goal is to provide housing for outpatient children and families. Needs cash, toys, a building for housing, office supplies and equipment, electronics, refrigerators, electric stoves.

ROSENBERG-RICHMOND HELPING HANDS
802 Morton St., Richmond, Texas 77406
713-232-4904
A food pantry and clothing closet serving people in crisis. Needs volunteers, cash, clothing, and holiday foods.

ST. JUDE'S ASSISTED LIVING
205 Bayland; Houston, Texas 77009.
(713) 713-227-8246 Contact: Sharon Jordan
Take the wheel as a volunteer driver for disabled adults at this Heights area personal care center. If you are willing to transport one to two residents at a time, you can help them make it to off-site medical appointments or rehabilitation sessions. Your commitment can be on a regular weekly basis or you can agree to be on call for when occasional special needs arise.

*ST. PHILLIP'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
5501 Beechnut, Houston, Texas 77096
713-666-2175
Teaches English to Chinese- and Spanish-speaking adults and supports Seafarers' Center at Port of Houston by preparing Christmas gift boxes for seafarers. Needs teachers, personal-care items, pencils, pens, pads, puzzles, socks, Texas souvenirs, disposable cameras, and key chains.

SECOND MILE MINISTRIES
13213 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas 77478
(281) 242-3240
Serves basic family needs of troubled neighbors; sponsors Share Your Gifts and Adopt a Family on Thanksgiving. Needs cash and new Christmas toys.

SHELTERING ARMS
701 N. Post Oak, #500; Houston, Texas.
(713) 685-6555.
Clerical support is wanted at the headquarters of this agency that provides a broad array of services to senior citizens. Duties will include word processing, phone work, and assistance with special projects. Shifts can be arranged for any weekday. The agency's office is near North Post Oak and I-10.

SOUTHWEST AREA MINISTRIES
8319 Beechnut St., Houston, Texas 77036
713-541-0523
Provides food, clothing, shelter, and assistance to needy. Needs cash, food, and volunteers.

SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
2403 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, Texas 77021
713-741-8234
Ministers to those in need. Needs nonperishable food, personal-care items, cleaning materials, baby food, diapers, furniture, clothing, cash, and volunteers.

SOUTHEAST AREA MINISTRIES
2102 Houston, South Houston, Texas 77587
713-944-0093
Delivers emergency assistance and operates job program, food pantry and thrift store. Needs volunteers, food, and furniture.

SPANISH VILLAGE APARTMENTS
4000 Griggs, Suite 73, Houston, Texas 77021
713-741-8313
Mission is to empower residents to achieve self-sufficiency and enhance their community. Needs fax machine, typewriters, file cabinets, computers, and volunteers for office work and computer and after-school programs.

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Parole Division, 2410 Hamilton, Houston, Texas 77004
713-650-8429
Works with volunteers committed to making their communities safer by reducing repeat criminal behavior. Needs volunteers to teach typing and skills in job searching, budgeting, and parenting and to facilitate discussion groups and plan special events.

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PROTECTIVE AND REGULATORY SERVICES
5100 Southwest Freeway, Houston, Texas 77056
713-626-5701.
Works to reduce and alleviate abuse and neglect of children, elderly and disabled; regulates all child-care facilities. Needs volunteers in Family Outreach, Foster Parent Respite Program, PAL Mentoring Program, Teddy Bear Patrol, Friends Unlimited and Young at Heart. Needs volunteers, clothing, furniture, food, and items for elderly, fans, heaters, blankets.

WAM FOUNDATION
12401½ S. Post Oak Road, Suite 121, Houston, Texas 77045
713-721-2310
Provides help with rent and utilities, outreach, counseling, education and food pantry to people with HIV/AIDS. Needs cash and volunteers.

WESTHEIMER ECUMENICAL SOCIAL MINISTRY
9544-C Richmond, Houston, Texas 77063
713-977-9942
Offers short-term assistance to those in need. Needs volunteers, cash, food, furniture.

WOMEN'S HOSPITAL OF TEXAS
7600 Fannin; Houston, Texas 77054.
(713)791-7442
This women's hospital in the Medical Center is revamping its volunteer program and has numerous opportunities available, many involving direct patient and family contact, others involving supportive functions some of which can even be done from home. Daytime, evening, and weekend assignments are available. The hospital also has Junior Volunteer Program for young people between 14 and 18 years of age.

YMCA INTERNATIONAL
(713) 339-9015
6300 Westpark Dr Ste 600
Aids in refugee resettlement, job placement, and immigration services. Needs furniture, small appliances, kitchen items, lamps, linens, clothing, school supplies, and volunteers.

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