Houstonians were hit with a severe winter storm Feb 14, 2021. Alexander Jewish Family Service is here to assist during the aftermath should you need help with resources and making a recovery plan.
Houstonians were hit with a severe winter storm Feb 14, 2021. Alexander Jewish Family Service is here to assist during the aftermath should you need help with resources and making a recovery plan.
As of Feb 22, 2021, 2:00 PM
Alexander JFS has compiled a list of helpful resources that were used after Harvey by our clients. You should be cautious when entering into an agreement for repairs, especially when you are contacted independently by those offering services. Learn how to Avoid Contractor Fraud and refer to the Contractor Fraud Checklist before engaging with services.
Alexander JFS Services:
Harris County:
FEMA:
Additional Resources:
United Way of Greater Houston's After the Storm Guide.
Learn more about your rights as a renter
SNAP customers can request a benefit replacement for food lost or damaged due to the storm; learn more here.
Travel information:
Call 311 or 211 for information on local warming centers. You can also call 311 for transportation through Metro, to a warming center.
Shelter:
If you know of someone who is without shelter and need of transportation call the Harris County HOT team at (713) 221-6000.
Oxygen Tanks:
Call the distributor first option, if they are unable to service see below:
Plumbers*:
Handyman*:
Wesley Griggs: (832) 584-4015
AC/Heat*:
Mandery Mechanical, Jeff Mandery: (281) 334-1800
*Pulled from Next Door and a shared Harvey contractor’s list, Alexander JFS does not endorse any of these companies. Refer to the Contractor Fraud Checklist.
Storage:
U-haul provided 30days free self-storage assistance, based upon availability.
Respite Care:
Rehab Care:
The Vosswood Nursing Center: (713) 827-0883; 815 S. Voss Rd
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