EMTALA: A Federal Law That Prevents Hospitals From “Dumping Patients”
EMTALA is a federal law that requires hospitals to provide you with emergency treatment regardless of your income or a lack of insurance.
Community Assistance Program (CAP): Case Management For Houston Food Bank Clients
The Community Assistance Program offers case management services to Houston Food Bank clients who need help applying for government benefits.
Senior Food Box: Free Monthly Meals For Seniors In Houston
The Senior Box Program offers free monthly meals to low income seniors in the Houston area. This food program is offered by Houston Food Bank.
How To Apply For Disaster Unemployment Assistance
Disaster Unemployment Assistance can help you if you loss earnings due to a disaster (hurricane) impacting your job. Learn how to apply here.
FEMA Assistance: How To Apply For Federal Disaster Assistance
FEMA is a federal program that can help you after you have been impacted by a natural disaster like a hurricane. This guide will teach you how to apply for FEMA assistance.
How To Find Houston Disaster Relief After The Texas Winter Storm (2021)
Find Houston disaster relief following the historic winter storm of 2021. Apply for FEMA, Red Cross, find help with burst pipes and more.
A Clueless Texan’s Guide To Protecting Your Pipes During A Freeze
This guide explains how to protect your pipes during a freeze. This does not happen much in Texas, although these steps are simple to follow.
Novo Nordisk PAP: How To Get A Free 90 Day Supply of Insulin
The Novo Nordisk Patient Assistance Program offers those who qualify a free 90 day supply of insulin. Learn how to apply for assistance here.
Hill Burton Act: Providing Free Medical Care For The Uninsured
The Hill Burton Act is a law that provides free medical care at select hospitals for individuals who are uninsured or considered low-income.
Medicaid Retroactive Coverage: How To Get Help With Past Due Medical Bills
Medicaid Retroactive Coverage helps low income families pay for past due hospital and medical bills dating back 3 months.