I hope this message finds you well. Considering the recent impact of Hurricane Beryl, our City and the Greater Houston area have faced significant challenges. Many neighborhoods are still dealing with power outages and a need for essential resources, and some homes have suffered substantial damage. Be assured that the City of Houston, in collaboration with our dedicated partners at the county, state, and federal levels, is actively working to assist those in need. Our efforts include:

• Distribution of ice and water
• Provision of food and other essential resources
• Establishment of cooling and charging centers
• Tree removal and clean-up operations
• Free transportation to cooling stations

We understand that many of us remain without power and might be for several more days. It is vital to ensure your family's safety and comfort during this hot weather, maintain communication with each other and emergency services, and secure adequate food and water supplies.

Essential Resources and Disaster Assistance

Please review the information below for details on accessing essential resources and receiving disaster assistance. Ensure you report any damages to your property and file insurance and FEMA claims promptly.

Houston Food Bank Pantries

Check this map for the closest location.

Distribution Locations

Precinct One Central Service Center 7901 El Rio St, Houston, TX 77054

• Lincoln Park Community Center 979 Grenshaw St, Houston, TX 77088
• Julia C. Hester House 2020 Solo St, Houston, TX 77020

Drive Through Distribution Locations (3:00 PM - 7:00 PM)

• Acres Homes MSC 6719 West Montgomery Rd, 77091
• Fonde Community Center (4-8PM) 110 Sabine St, 77006
• Northeast MSC 9720 Spaulding St, 77016
• Kingwood Community Center 4102 Rustic Woods, 77072
• Sunnyside MSC 4410 Reed Rd, 77051
• Salvation Army 7920 Cook Rd, 77072
• Southwest MSC 6400 High Star Dr, 77074
• HPD Southwest Substation 13097 Nitida St, 77045
• Denver Harbor MSC 6402 Market St, 77007
• Bible Way Fellowship 10120 Hartsook St, 77034

For up-to-date Cooling Centers and Food Distribution sites, visit the Office of Emergency Management website.

Pets are welcome at City of Houston Cooling Centers. If you need transportation to a cooling center, call 3-1-1.

For food pantry locations, visit the Houston Food Bank website.

Meal Delivery Services

For constituents who meet the following requirements:

• 60 years or older

• Reside within our service area
• Primarily homebound or have little or no assistance
• Have difficulty with meal preparation due to physical or mental impairments

*Income does not qualify or disqualify people from service. Please fill out this form or contact: mowclientservices@erjcchouston.org or 713.595.8162

STEAR Registration (State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registration)

Who Should Register?

• People with disabilities
• People who are medically fragile
• People with access and functional needs such as limited mobility, communication barriers, need for additional medical assistance, transportation assistance, or personal care assistance

Register online at the State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry. Dial 2-1-1 or use your video telephone relay option of choice to contact 211 at 877-541-7905.

For immediate food assistance, call 2-1-1 or (877) 541-7905 to ensure availability.