Greater Northside
Management District
COVID-19 Resources
Updated August 31, 2021
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Current COVID-19 Level: Level 1 (Red) |
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Level 1: Stay Home Unless Fully Vaccinated (Severe Threat)
Level 1 signifies a severe and uncontrolled level of COVID-19 in Harris County, meaning outbreaks are present and worsening and public health capacity is strained or exceeded.
At this level, unvaccinated residents take action to minimize contact with others wherever possible and avoid leaving home except for the most essential needs like going to the grocery store for food and medicine.
Unvaccinated individuals should continue to mask, physical distance, and avoid all gatherings. Vaccinated individuals follow the latest local public health guidance on whether to also wear a mask while indoors in public places, in crowded outdoor settings, and for activities with close contact with others who are not fully vaccinated.
STAY ALERT: Regardless of the current threat level in Harris County, all residents should continue to use frequent handwashing and follow guidelines established by workplaces and businesses. Unvaccinated residents should continue to use face coverings indoors and outdoors, social distance and quarantine for 14 days if exposed to COVID-19.
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COVID-19 vaccine availability |
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Have you had the COVID-19 vaccine? Protect yourself against the aggressive, new Delta Variant by getting vaccinated for free. Click here to find local providers.
Vaccine Approved for Children Ages 12+
The Pfizer vaccine has been approved for use by 12- to 15-year-olds in addition to those individuals 15 years and older. At this time, Pfizer is the only vaccine approved for this age group. Both the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson can only be administered to individuals 18+ years of age. Because of this, individuals are encouraged to go to a site that provides the Pfizer vaccine.
Schedule an appointment via (832) 927-8787 or through VacsTrac. Appointments are recommended, but not required.
Stay Smart / Do Your Part
Getting through the COVID-19 emergency requires all of us to do our part to reach herd immunity. For more information, visit www.StaySmartDoYourPart.com for information regarding the vaccine, including FAQs, myths and facts.
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Regístrese en la lista de espera inteligente del Departamento de Salud del Condado Harris para vacunarse cuando sea elegible. Una vez registrado, podrá programar una cita para vacunarse gratis cuando esté en el grupo autorizado según las pautas del estado de Texas. CovidVax (hctx.net)
¡El Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado Harris ha comenzado a vacunar a residentes de entre 12 y 17 años! Programe una cita llamando al 832-927-8787 o mediante Vacstrac. Se recomienda que realice una cita, pero no es obligatorio.
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FREE+FAST+SAFE COVID-19 testing sites |
Getting tested at Houston Health Department-affiliated sites is free and does not require proof of residency, citizenship or insurance. To find a location near you, click here.
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How to protect yourself & others from COVID-19 |
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The delta variant causes more infections and spreads faster than earlier forms of the virus that causes COVID-19. It might cause more severe illness than previous strains in unvaccinated people.
- Vaccines continue to be highly effective at preventing hospitalization and death, including against this variant.
- Fully vaccinated people with breakthrough infections from this variant appear to be infectious for a shorter period.
- Get vaccinated and wear masks indoors in public spaces to reduce the spread of this variant.
Learn how you can protect yourself and others here.
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COVID-19 rental assistance programs |
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Houston and Harris County
The City of Houston and Harris County are working together to provide $159 million in rent and utilities assistance to families who are struggling due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds are being distributed by two agencies with established experience in helping people in need: BakerRipley and Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.
For more information and to apply online, go to HoustonHarrisHelp.org. In addition, a special phone line, 832-402-7568, will take questions and provide applicants with the status of their applications. The phone hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
Texas Rent Relief Program
Funds are still available for the Texas Rent Relief Program. The Texas Rent Relief Program can help renters with costs starting as far back as March 13, 2020 (this means you could potentially request assistance for up to 11 months of past due bills).
Applicants can submit their application by calling 1-833-9TX-RENT (1-833-989-7368) or submitting it online at TexasRentRelief.com. Help is available in multiple languages. The phone hours are 8 a.m. to
6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
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Be Well, Be Connected:
Mental health care for youth ages 9 to 17
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Be Well, Be Connected offers access to mental health care for youth ages 9 to 17. Eligible youth include students from five Houston area school districts and youth who are referred from the community.
School-based screenings, referrals and home- and community-based services are provided. Direct services are offered to youth who are experiencing disruption and interference in their lives from serious emotional disturbances (SED), including first-episode psychosis and bipolar disorder.
The services include family support that is offered in their homes and communities. A student can self-refer or be referred by a teacher, parent or counselor.
Be Well, Be Connected is a collaboration of the City of Houston, Baylor College of Medicine and other medical organizations.
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Click here for information on COVID-19 resources and other preparedness information for Harris County.
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The Houston Food Bank supports food and produce distributions, senior boxes, meal sites and more!
Click here for a map of food distribution locations. Click here for a list of organizations offering food assistance.
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Did you know? SNAP (food stamps) provides $150 a month for food. To find out if you qualify, text SNAP to 74544. |
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Domestic Violence
If you are experiencing violence because you are forced to stay with an abusive partner, call the Houston Area Women’s Center 24-hour hotline for free-and-confidential assistance.
Houston Area Women's Center
Domestic Violence Hotline
713-528-2121
TTY: 713-528-3625
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Free Legal Clinics
for Veterans
Legal clinics offer free advice by phone to low-income, U.S. military veterans every Friday, 1 to 5 p.m.
Veterans may submit applications by phone at 713-228-0735
The clinic is open to all low-income veterans and spouses of deceased veterans in the Houston area.
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Legal Assistance
Click here for information on free legal assistance and resources from the Houston Bar Association.
Online Resources
Stop TX Eviction is an online portal that provides free information and guidance to help tenants understand their legal rights and remedies available to keep them housed.
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How to manage a court date
if you have an underlying health condition
Due to COVID-19, you may be part of the vulnerable population, especially if you are older than 65 years of age; suffer with underlying health conditions, such as high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, obesity, asthma or whose immune system is compromised due chemotherapy for cancer; or have any other condition requiring such therapy.
If you are part of this group, please contact the Houston Municipal Courts at 713-247-8924 and speak to someone regarding a special accommodation and a specialized docket to ensure
your continued safety.
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The Financial Empowerment Centers (FECs) provide one-to-one, professional financial counseling to Houstonians at no cost.
The service is an initiative of the Mayor’s Office of Complete Communities supported by Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund and Regions Bank.
FEC counselors provide guidance to how to manage your money, pay down debt, increase saving, establish and build credit, and access safe-and-affordable mainstream banking products.
All services are free and available to all residents regardless of income. Counseling assistance is available in English and Spanish.
Click here for more information and to make an appointment.
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Houston Harris County
Winter Storm Relief Fund
The Fund will focus on relief and recovery efforts across the City of Houston and Harris County.
Jointly overseen and administered by Greater Houston Community Foundation (GHCF) and United Way of Greater Houston (UWGH).
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Consejos Legales is a service of the Mexican American Bar Association and the Hispanic Bar Association that offers legal consultations by phone to residents of Houston and Harris County on the first Thursday of every month from 6 to 8 p.m. To confirm the date and time of the next Consejos Legales, check the website calendar or call the Houston Bar Association at 713-759-1133.
Consejos Legales es un programa de la Asociación Mexicana de Abogados y la Asociación Hispana de Abogados. El programa ofrece asesoría legal gratuita en español por teléfono para los residentes de Houston y el Condado de Harris el primer jueves de cada mes, entre las 6 y las 8 p.m. Para confirmar la fecha y hora de los siguientes Consejos Legales, consulte el calendario del sitio web o llame a la oficina de Houston Bar Association al 713-759-1133. |
Purpose
To be an additional resource for families who have complex needs and may need assistance or flexible financial assistance beyond what is currently available.
These include but are not limited to:
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Homeowner insurance deductibles
- Damage and first month rent deposits for renters re-locating
- Temporary housing
- Temporary storage
- Utilities assistance
- Replacement of furniture or other essentials
- Other items damaged/lost due to the Winter Storm
Click here for more information about this program.
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The Greater Northside Management District's Butterfly Pocket Park on Fulton won the award for On-the-Ground Projects Under $500K in the 2020 Houston-Galveston Area Council Parks and Natural Areas Award Program. Each year, H-GAC honors projects that serve as models for planning and implementation for parks and natural areas in the region. |
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