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:
Phone: 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 Phone:
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
Call for information and further resources.
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
300 W Main St
Tomball, TX 77375
Call for more information and eligibility.
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
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.