Published On: April 4th, 2020By Chris Labod

COVID-19 Update April 4, 2020

KTRK, Houston has reported a third free coronavirus testing site open in Northeast Harris County. United Memorial Medical Center is currently testing for COVID-19 at Forest Brook Middle School, at 7525 Tidwell Rd. Individuals needing to be tested can call 866-333-COVID or 1-877-470-7787 for additional information.

Help for Families

Many Harris County residents need help and advice dealing with COVID-19. Our local, state, and federal partners have programs in place to provide assistance with basic needs including housing, food, and healthcare. This is only a partial list of what may be available.

The best way to start any search for help is by dialing 2-1-1. The experts there can help link you to the programs that meet your needs and answer questions about resources available.

Apply for Unemployment Benefits: https://www.twc.texas.gov/jobseekers/applying-unemployment-benefits

Apply for Texas COVID-19 Electricity Relief Program – Bill Payment Assistance – Click here or call (866) 454-8387

Apply for SNAP Food Benefits: https://yourtexasbenefits.hhsc.texas.gov/programs/snap or call 2-1-1, option 2

COVID-19 Behavioral Health Line: (833) 251-7544

COVID-19 Work Safe Program from the Greater Houston Partnership: https://www.houston.org/worksafe

Find Student Meals: Texas Education Agency https://schoolmealfinder.hoonuit.com/?filter_state=tx

Get Tested for COVID-19: Self-Assessment Tool

Harris County is partnering with the Federal government to provide COVID-19 testing to those experiencing symptoms or who may have been exposed to the virus. Please complete these steps to be tested: