#HoustonStrong

For the last few days I’ve been part of the amazing “ride out” crew of doctors, nurses, and support staff covering Texas Children’s Hospital during Hurricane Harvey and the overwhelming aftermath of flooding in Houston.  Since I live in Houston, I have been asked by many, in person and on Twitter, what they can do to help.

Please let me know via Twitter (@drmlb) or in the comment section below if you have recommendations to add to the list below.

 

Houston has an amazing mayor, who has established a fund which will be distributed to groups by the Greater Houston Community Foundation.  To donate to this fund:  https://ghcfdisaster.kimbia.com/hurricaneharveyrelieffund

Houston Food Bank   A marvelous charity that provides food to anyone who needs it.

Plant It Forward  This wonderful organization provides urban farmland for refugees to grow food for themselves and to sell.  

 

Texas Diaper Bank . It’s amazing how this is always a big need in crisis situations. This group does a great job keeping baby bottoms covered!

 

 

Houston Coalition for the Homeless A group dedicated to caring for the homeless in Houston.  Unfortunately, there is little doubt that we will be seeing an increase in homelessness after this disaster, so their work will be even more important. 

 

Houston Humane Society . There are always lost and frightened pets after a flood.  This group takes care of them.

 

Hospital chaplaincy programs are always in need of resources and provide important spiritual support during times of crisis.  You can donate to spiritual care or other programs for the hospitals in the Texas Medical Center here:  

Texas Children’s Hospital

Ben Taub General Hospital

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center

Houston Methodist Hospital

Memorial Hermann Hospital

 

 

If you live in Houston, you might think about volunteering by registering with Volunteer Houston or  giving blood.

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