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A Message From Dr. Holloway, Director of Harris Community Services Department
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Dear Fellow Harris County Resident,

Welcome to the Harris County Community Services Department (CSD) website!
  
The goal of this website is to provide information on the array of services that allow living to be more affordable and easier to manage for all residents of Harris County.  You will find information here and on our affiliated websites which are located below and under the Links on the homepage. 

Our services include spurring community investment through the provision of homebuying programs, partnering with community members and housing developers to build diverse housing options that uplift communities and offer other assistance that support community building.  We also deliver programs aimed at assisting with rent, mortgage and utility costs. Further, we are integrally involved with and support programs that avail our most vulnerable communities, persons experiencing homelessness, identify the resources and services they need.

Through our Disaster Recovery division, CSD provides relief for county residents who have incurred property loss due to hurricanes, floods or other declared disasters.  Other critical services we provide include public transportation in selected portions of the county and funeral services for those without family or the ability to afford burial on their own.

Ultimately, we are continuously exploring how we can do our part in fostering long term sustainability in the communities to which we have touched. We encourage you to peruse our website, review our programs and services and partner with us to build a better tomorrow for the residents of Harris County.

It is sincerely our honor to deliver these services to you!

DH.jpgIn Gratitude,

Dr. Adrienne Holloway
Adrienne Holloway, Ph. D.
Executive Director
Community Services Department
Harris County



Affiliated Websites
 
The Harris County Project Recovery Websites
 
The Harris County Disaster Recovery Resources Websites
 
The Harris County Housing and Community Resources Websites

The Harris County Transit Website

The Harris County Housing Finance Corp Website
 
The Harris County Redevelopment Authority/Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 24 Website








Harris County Community Services Department


Main Line: 832-927-4700

Housing and Community Development

 

This office is focused on addressing the housing, infrastructure and public service needs of the low to moderate income community in Harris County. This is accomplished through a process of securing and managing grants from the U.S. Office of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and partnerships with other government and non-profit agencies, resulting in a variety of programs, projects and services.

  • Housing
    • Affordable Housing Construction Projects
    • Down Payment Assistance
    • Home Repair
  • Public Facilities and Improvements
    • Parks and Community Centers
    • Disaster Recovery
    • Replacing aging ground water systems with surface water
  • Public Services
    • After School Programs
    • Meals for Elderly and Disabled
    • Health Care and Senior Activities
    • Homeless Services

 

Transit Services

 

This office was established in 2008 to increase mobility to residents, whether they are living outside of the Metro service area, are elderly or disabled.

  • Fixed Route, Paratransit and Park and Ride Bus Service Outside of Metro Service Area
  • Harris County Rides Program – Discounted Transportation for Seniors and Those Physically Impaired
  • Harris County Medical Transportation – Non-emergency Health-Related Appointments for Low- to-Moderate Income Seniors and Those Physically Impaired
  • Harris County Paratransit Service is a shared ride services for those living within ¾ of a mile from a fixed route bus services who have disabilities. Paratransit will get you to your fixed route.

 

Harris County Housing and Community Resource Center

 

The Harris County Housing and Community Resource Center, offers a customized online search for the best affordable housing available for those facing homelessness or eviction. Additional community resources such as emergency shelter, employment, health screenings, transportation, food, clothing are also provided. For those wishing to check out these services themselves, go to https://housingandcommunityresources.net/. For direct, customized support from a qualified Resource Navigator, call (832) 927-4955.

 

 

Social Services

 

Harris County Residents experiencing financial and personal challenges are assessed daily by case managers to determine if they qualify for a specific case management program.

  • Rental Assistance
  • Emergency Utility Assistance
  • Referrals for food, clothing and mental health

Thanks to a grant from the Texas Veterans Commission, veterans or qualified family members may receive emergency rent and utility payment. Anyone wishing to make an appointment for a case manager may call (713) 696-6900. Due to a high volume of calls please be prepared for an extended hold time.


Bereavement Services

 

Bereavement Services provides a simple but dignified funeral home service for indigent individuals within Harris County. Cases are commonly referred through the Institute of Forensic Sciences, a local hospital or funeral home. Burial is provided at the Harris County Cemetery, at 21122 Crosby Eastgate Road. For more information, call (713) 696-1952.