2-1-1 Texas is the HHSC information and referral service for finding help with food, health, housing, and more. The local 211 Texas/United Way HELPLINE (United Way of Greater Houston) is a free, confidential helpline available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and its specialists provide information and referrals, including public benefits assistance (SNAP Food Benefits, Medicaid, CHIP, TANF) and help finding care for an aging parent.
How to start
Dial 2-1-1 or (877) 541-7905, or search the 211 Texas website by type of need to find local programs.
- Counties served
- Harris, Montgomery, Fort Bend, Galveston, Brazoria, Liberty
- Payers listed by the source
- Free
Source-checked Oct 22, 2026
Availability not confirmed
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Source: 211 Texas — Texas Health and Human Services Commission · 2026
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