Why Hunger:
Free hotline where you can access information for local soup kitchens, food pantries, congregate meal sites, and government nutrition programs.
English Language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food/
Spanish language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food-es/
National Celiac Association:
Includes information for local resources and gluten-free food pantries.
SNAP: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps)
Federally funded program administered at the state level.
Financial support supplementing income to help ensure nutritional needs are met.
Apply: 877-541-7905
CSFP: Commodity Supplemental Food Program
Monthly box may include a variety of the following: juice, farina, oats, ready-to-eat cereal, rice, pasta, peanut butter, dry beans, canned meat, poultry, or fish, and canned fruits and vegetables.
Eligibility: Elderly that are at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.
Phone: 877-541-7905
Meals on Wheels:
Mom’s Meals (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.momsmeals.com/
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
-Usually shipped in batches of 10, 14, and 21 days.
-Can store up to 14 days in refrigerator.
-Costs range around <$8.00/meals. Discounts offered for bulk orders and veterans.
Magic Kitchen (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.magickitchen.com/
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
-Most packages are priced at 2 to 4 servings.
-There are some single-serve options.
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
Interfaith Ministries’ Meals on Wheels https://www.imgh.org/meals-wheels-greater-houston/?gclid=CjwKCAjw3riIBhAwEiwAzD3TiZOWkJAra0OMB-dj7uVI7Tuw7YUwk7cfNTa0i3CZItCerarQu7HnOBoCrCIQAvD_BwE
Phone: 713-533-4978
Provides home delivered meals to those that are eligible. The “animals” program also delivers pet food for cats and dogs if eligible. Contact for information and eligibility.
Houston Food Bank
Phone: 713-223-3700
Resource to help locate local food pantry locations. Call or visit the website for further information.
St. Anne’s Pantry.
Phone: 281-255-2894
1111 S. Cherry St
Tomball, TX 77375
Call for information and eligibility
East Spring Branch Food Pantry
Phone: 713-464-0852
7901 Westview Dr.
Houston, TX 77055
Phone: 713-861-6155
3523 Beauchamp St.
Houston, TX 77009
Mission Bells Food Pantry
Phone: 281-850-0213
15325 Bellaire Blvd.
Houston, TX 77083
Team Tomball
Phone: 281-351-6700
Call for more information and eligibility.
Healthcare Assistance:
Rx Assistance:
Medicare Rx Assistance:
Insulin Assistance:
EyeCare America: eligible patients can receive a free eye exam plus a one year follow up for any condition diagnosed in the initial exam.
National Institute of Health: provides information for several organizations that can assist with eye exams, eyeglasses, and eye-related prescriptions.
National Ramp: provides information and resources for obtaining a ramp.
Paying for Senior Care: provides information for state assistance programs for Durable Medical Equipment.
Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans- press 1)
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish, and 200+ through interpretation service
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Crisis Services & Suicide Prevention: Dial 988
Harris Area on Aging
Phone: 800-213-8471 or 832-393-4301
Harris County Transit.
Phone: 281-351-5484
401 Market St
Tomball, TX 77375
Call for information regarding the RIDES program which coordinates non-emergency transportation for eligible senior citizens
Rental Assistance
National Low-Income Housing Coalition
Senior Living Discounts
Retail, grocery, restaurant, leisure, travel, etc discounts.
Cleaning For A Reason
-Receive 1 free home cleaning each month for 2 months (2 cleanings total)
-Individuals and families who are receiving cancer treatment, recovering from cancer, or in hospice should be eligible.
Team Tomball
Phone: 281-351-6700
Call for more information and eligibility.
300 W Main St
Tomball, TX 77375
Northwest Assistance Ministries https://www.namonline.org/help
Phone: 281-885-4555
15555 Kuykendahl Rd
Houston, TX 77090
Provides assistance in areas including food, shelter, health, education, safety, and financial education.
Home Repair Program
Phone: 800-245-2691
Certain minor or major house repairs might be covered based on income eligibility. Call with application and eligibility questions.
Tomball Community Center
Phone: 281-255-6221
Offers a variety of activities and day trips for Seniors and other age groups. From chair volleyball and Zumba, to yoga, bridge and quilting, etc.
Jim and JoAnn Senior Education Center
Phone: 713-981-4703
6600 Bissonnet St
Houston, TX 77074
Offers a variety of activities. Call for scheduling.
Hardy Senior Center
Phone: 281-260-6772
11901 W Hardy Rd
Houston, TX 77076
Call for activities and hours.