Hurricane Beryl victim assistance: Help with food, shelter and other services (2024)

Widespread wind damage and debris aren't the only concern for Hurricane Beryl victims in southeast Texas.

We want to get storm victims back on their feet with access to the most important essentials: fresh food, clean water, shelter, and even mental health services.

ABC13 is updating this list of resources. Submit relief tips here.

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Cooling Centers

The following cooling centers are open to help you take refuge from these high temperatures:

Galveston cooling centers

McGuire Dent Recreation Center

2222 28th St.

Galveston, TX 77550

9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Huffman cooling centers

First Baptist Church Huffman

25503 FM 2100 Road

Huffman, TX 77336

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. No pets permitted.

Houston cooling centers

Southwest Multi-Service Center

6400 High Star Dr.

Houston, TX 77074

9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sunnyside Health and Multi-Service Center

4410 Reed Rd.

Houston, TX 77051

1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Acres Homes Multi-Service Center

6719 W Montgomery Rd.

Houston, TX 77091

1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Metropolitan Multi-Service Center

1475 W Gray St.

Houston, TX 77019

1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Fondé Community Center

110 Sabine St.

Houston, TX 77007

12 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Moody Community Center

3725 Fulton St.

Disaster Assistance

If you have lost your home in Hurricane Beryl, call the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767.

Disaster Unemployment Assistance provides unemployment benefits for Texans who were not able to work or are no longer working due to Hurricane Beryl. Eligible applicants must not be working as a "direct result of a major disaster."

Texas Workforce Commission said it is accepting applications for unemployment assistance in 40 counties through July 16, 2024, including: Anderson, Austin, Bell, Calhoun, Collin, Cooke, Coryell, Ellis, Dallas, Denton, Eastland, Falls, Guadalupe, Hardin, Harris, Henderson, Hockley, Jasper, Jones, Kaufman, Lamar, Leon, Liberty, Montague, Montgomery, Nacogdoches, Navarro, Newton, Panola, Polk, Rusk Sabine, San Jacinto, Smith, Terrell, Trinity, Tyler, Van Zandt, Walker and Waller.

Apply for Texas disaster unemployment assistance online or by dialing 800-939-6631.

Until a federal declaration is made for individual assistance, people need to call 211 for questions, according to FEMA.

Food Assistance

Houston Food Bank said it is closely monitoring conditions and will provide relief through its 1,600 community partners across SE Texas.

If you need food assistance, please call 832-369-9390. You can also click here to find free food assistance in your area.

Houston Food Bank has partners in Harris, Fort Bend, Galveston, Montgomery, Austin, Brazoria, Brazos, Burleson, Chambers, Grimes, Liberty, Madison, Robertson, San Jacinto, Trinity, Walker, Waller and Washington counties.

SNAP Assistance

The food bank will host a free SNAP assistance event on Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is open to first-time applicants or renewals who need assistance with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

The event will also provide assistance with applications for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF); Texas Children's Health Plan (CHIP); CHIP Petinatal and Medicaid; Medicare Savings Program; and the Healthy Texas Women program.

Participants must bring their photo ID, social security number, proof of income for the last three months, proof of Texas residence, proof of housing cost, immigration documents and case number, if applicable.

Houston Food Bank is located at 535 Portwall St., in Houston. The event will be held in Community Rooms A, B & C.

Additional Food Distributions

Saint Arnold Brewing Company is offering complimentary food to go starting at 1 p.m. Friday. The brewery's beer garden and restaurant are closed, but its team of chefs will be working the smoker to help.

To-go beers will be available for purchase (cash only). While supplies last.

The Houston Rockets and Toyota Center have set up a free, drive-thru food and water distribution event outside of Toyota Center. It started at 9 a.m. and will run until supplies last and on a first come, first served basis.

Offerings will include boxed lunches, water, fruit, snacks and other hurricane relief items.

Cars should line up at the intersection of Polk and La Branch streets.

Tyson Foods is deploying its Meals that Matter Disaster Relief Team to serve hot food. This will take place each day through Saturday, July 13, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Walmart Parking Lot at 2391 S. Wayside Drive.

Crosby Church will host an emergency distribution of water, cleaning supplies and non-perishables Friday at 8 a.m. The address is 5725 Highway 90, Crosby, Texas 77532.

Harris Co. Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones announced a food distribution on Friday from 8 a.m. to noon at the Bayland Community Center, 6400 Bissonnet.

Matagorda Co. and Surrounding Areas

Food Bank of the Golden Crescent is working on its aid plan for neighbors impacted by Beryl.

It serves 11 counties, including Calhoun, Colorado, DeWitt, Goliad, Gonzales, Jackson, Lavaca, Matagorda, Refugio, Wharton and Victoria.

Stay tuned for announcements.

Montgomery Co.

Salvation Army Center of Hope

301 Avenue E.

Conroe, TX 77301

Meals will be served at the back door of the shelter. Lunch is served from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. and dinner from 5 p.m.-6 p.m.

Salvation Army Mobile Kitchens

Spring Branch, Community Health Center, 8575 Pitner Rd, Houston

Campanile Justice Park, 39 Justice Park Drive, Houston

Shady Village Manufactured Homes & Wichita Mobile Home Park, 2732 Cherry Brook Lane, Houston

Independence Hall Apartments, 6 Burress St, Houston

Brazoria County - Roaming in Freeport and Lake Jackson

Matagorda County - Markham Elementary, 200 6th Street and Palacios Elementary, 1001 5th St, Palacio

Wharton County - Wharton Civic Center, 1924 N Fulton St, Wharton and Boling Lago High School, 407 Atlantic Ave, Boling-Iago

Brazoria County - Angleton High School, 1 Campus Dr., Angleton, 77515 and Holiday Lakes Government Office, 195 N Texas Ave, Holiday Lakes, and roaming in West Columbia

Matagorda County - Bay Breeze Apartments, 800 Ave F, Bay City and Matagorda Elementary 717 Wightman St., Matagorda

Mental Health

If you or a loved one is struggling with a mental health crisis or considering suicide, call or text 988.

Urgent Mental Health Services

Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 9-8-8, option #1
24/7 Crisis Text Line: Text TX to 741741
Texas 2-1-1: Dial 2-1-1, option #8

Non-Urgent Mental Health Services in Harris Co.: 866-970-4770

Shelters

For additional shelter information, dial American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767.

Houston

Gallery Furniture

6006 North Fwy.

Houston, TX 77076

Fort Bend Co.

Fort Bend County Fairgrounds

Building C

4310 Highway 36 South

Rosenberg, TX 77471

Montgomery Co.

Salvation Army Center of Hope

301 Avenue E.

Conroe, TX 77301

Open through Wednesday at 7 a.m.

FAQs

Hurricane Beryl victim assistance: Help with food, shelter and other services? ›

Food Assistance. Houston Food Bank said it is closely monitoring conditions and will provide relief through its 1,600 community partners across SE Texas. If you need food assistance, please call 832-369-9390. You can also click here to find free food assistance in your area.

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Is FEMA giving $750? ›

The first is Serious Needs Assistance, which is a one-time payment of $750 per household for expenses related to the purchase or replacement of food, water and other necessities.

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Is FEMA helping for Hurricane Beryl? ›

FEMA Assistance Can Help Jumpstart Recovery

In addition to Serious Needs and Displacement Assistance, eligible survivors may receive money for rental assistance, basic home repairs, personal property losses and other eligible expenses related to Hurricane Beryl.

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What will FEMA pay for in Texas? ›

FEMA disaster assistance may provide funds for serious needs, displacement, basic home repairs, rental of temporary housing and other uninsured expenses resulting from Hurricane Beryl. FEMA assistance is not a replacement for insurance.

How to apply for FEMA 750? ›

Call the toll-free application number 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or register on- line at http://www.fema.gov. These are the ONLY ways to apply for assistance. You will be asked for general information about your income, insurance, and the damage to your residence and housing needs.

How are people getting $500 from FEMA? ›

CNA is a one-time $500 payment per household. The State of California requested that FEMA authorize CNA for specific geographic areas that are expected to be inaccessible for seven days or longer. To be eligible for CNA Applicants must request it before September 5.

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What is the $700 check from FEMA? ›

Critical Needs Assistance is a one-time $700 payment per household. Applicants may be eligible for Critical Needs Assistance if they: Complete a FEMA application. Provide identity verification.

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Does FEMA give money to hurricane victims? ›

Individuals and Households Program (IHP) provides financial and direct services to eligible individuals and households affected by a disaster, who have uninsured or under-insured necessary expenses and serious needs.

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What does FEMA cover in a hurricane? ›

What assistance does FEMA provide? Lodging Expense Reimbursem*nt for hotel expenses; this is for uninsured or underinsured applicants who could not return to their home due to hurricane-related damage. Keep copies of receipts. Home Repair/Replacement Assistance for disaster losses not already covered by another source.

Is Beryl a federal disaster? ›

Governor Greg Abbott announced that the federal government has updated the Major Disaster Declaration for Hurricane Beryl to include 17 Texas counties now eligible for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Individual Assistance program.

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How much money can I expect from FEMA? ›

How much help can FEMA give me? FEMA is limited by law to how much money we can provide. For disasters declared in Fiscal Year 2024, FEMA can provide up to $42,500 in Housing Assistance and up to $42,500 for Other Needs Assistance. Some types of help do not count toward these limits.

How do I get disaster relief money in Texas? ›

The county where you live must be declared a federal disaster area. You must apply for disaster help and be approved by FEMA. If you have insurance (home, health, flood, or car), you need to file a claim with your insurance company. Keep insurance records of the money they give you for losses.

What are FEMA approved miscellaneous items? ›

Assistance for Miscellaneous Items: Money for certain eligible items (such as a generator, dehumidifier, chainsaw, etc.) you purchased or rented after the disaster to assist with recovery.

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How do I ask FEMA for more money? ›

Send your letter:

Appeal letters and supporting documentation also can be uploaded to your account on DisasterAssistance.gov, click “Check Status” on the home page and follow the instructions, or fax to 800-827-8112 Attn: FEMA. You may also visit your nearest Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) and submit your appeal.

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Is FEMA helping with Hurricane Beryl in Texas? ›

AUSTIN – Texas homeowners and renters in 15 counties who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Beryl may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance. FEMA may be able to help with serious needs, displacement, temporary lodging, basic home repair costs, personal property loss or other disaster-caused needs.

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Does FEMA look at your bank account? ›

FEMA inspectors are never authorized to collect your personal financial information. Government disaster assistance officials will not call you to ask for your financial account information. If you doubt a FEMA representative is legitimate, hang up and call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 to report the incident.

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How to get $700 from government? ›

After you register with FEMA, you may be approved for a one-time immediate payment of $700 for Critical Needs Assistance, one of several types of federal assistance you may be eligible to receive.

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Why did I get $300 from FEMA? ›

If your home was damaged by the Dec. 9 tornadoes but you can live in it safely, FEMA may be able to provide up to $300 in one-time financial assistance to help with cleanup. This assistance is for eligible homeowners and renters.

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What's the most money you can get from FEMA? ›

It depends. FEMA can give money up to a maximum amount to eligible homeowners to repair or replace your home. For Fiscal Year 2024, the maximum amount is $42,500. Your eligible award amount is based on the damage observed during the FEMA inspection.

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