Author: dbeck

Harris County Sheriff’s Office
Mini Blue Book
Personal Medical Resource Guide

February 2014

If you have questions about the medical care, referrals or other health related information that you received in the county jail, please contact:
Harris County Sheriff’s Office
I.D. Clinic - Counselors office
Joaquin Garza
Julia Resendiz
713 755-9252 or 713 755-9253

Table of Contents

What to Do First 4
ADAP 6
My Current Medications 7
My Lab Work 8
Emergency Homeless Services & Meals 10
Employment Resources 12
Hepatitis C Testing 13
HIV and STD Testing 14
Housing Resources 15

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Mental Health Counseling 16
Substance Abuse Treatment 18
Transportation 20
Agency Information:
Accesshealth (Ft. Bend) 22
AAMA 24
AIDS Foundation Houston 26
Bee Busy Wellness Center 28
Bering Omega Community Services 30
Houston Area Community Services 32
Legacy Community Health Services 34
Montrose Center, The 36
Saint Hope Foundation 38
SEARCH Homeless Services 40
TDCJ Parole Division Houston Re-Entry Ctr 42
Thomas Street Health Center 44
Helpful Resources 49
Helpful Phone Numbers 50
Houston Community Voicemail 51

What to do first

After release, your first call should be to your case manager or a community service organization to make an appointment to meet with a case manager.
Your case manager will help you to get registered in the client database (CPCDMS). Together you can create a plan to continue your medical care and address other needs like getting an ID, finding shelter, accessing food pantry and transportation.
Don’t wait until the last minute to call your case manager for assistance, they are there to answer questions and help you make the transition into your new life.
Write the details of your first appointment on the next page.
If circumstances beyond your control keep you from going to your first appointment, call as soon as possible to discuss your situation and reschedule the appointment.

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My Appointment

Date:
Time:

See page for address, map and bus routes.

Where:
With:
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ADAP

ADAP Drug Assistance Program
TOLL FREE: (800) 255-1090
HOURS: M-F, 8am-5pm (except state holidays)
Once you have been released, call ADAP to let them know. It can take several days to get your meds so it’s important to call as soon as possible.
When you call, an eligibility worker will assign you to a pharmacy. Sometimes they will need additional information or ask you to fill out a new application. If necessary, your case manager can help you complete the application and make sure it is correct.
Once enrolled, your assigned pharmacy will need prescriptions and your ADAP ID number to order your meds. It will take a few days for your meds to be ready for pick up.
If you have any questions call ADAP or your case manager for assistance.

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My Current Meds

Use this chart to list your current meds and also any drug allergies or reactions that you’ve had. This will help you when you see the doctor and also when you go to the pharmacy.

Medication	Dosage	For treatment of...
Lipitor	40mg / day	high cholesterol

EXAMPLE

Drug Allergies/Reactions:

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My Lab Work

CD4 or T-cells help protect the body from infection. The virus attacks these cells and uses them to make more copies of itself, weakening your immune system and putting you at risk for infections. On a regular basis, your doctor will draw blood and measure the number of T-cells; the higher the number the better.
The viral load test measures how much virus is in your blood. Unlike CD4 count, a low or “undetectable” viral load is better. An undetectable viral load does not mean that the virus is gone, but that there is less in the blood than the test can measure.
Knowing these numbers will help you watch for changes in your health as well as check the impact of any new treatments. Keep in mind that age, gender, stress, meds, infections and other things can affect your test results.

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My Lab Work

Date	Viral Load	CD4/T-cell

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Emergency Homeless Services

If you have nowhere to go when you are released, the agencies below are not far from the bus station and can help with basic needs like food, clothing & shelter.
Bread of Life 1703 Gray 713 650-0595
Day shelter: showers, laundry, meals, job training and more. Opens at 6am M-F.
Miriam’s Hostel 2009 Congress 713 224-1373
Emergency shelter for women (located above Loaves & Fishes) offers showers, clothing & meals.
Salvation Army 2407 N Main 713 224-2875
Men’s shelter, meals, showers, laundry and more.
Houston Compass 1212 Prairie 713 229-8319
Haircut, toiletries, snacks, clothes, bus cards & assist with ID cost for homeless job seekers. M-F 9am-2pm.
SEARCH Homeless Services Page 40
Star of Hope 1811 Ruiz 713 227-8900
Men’s shelter providing meals, showers, referrals, and employment programs.
If you have an urgent mental health crisis, call the NeuroPsychiatric Center at Ben Taub.
24 hour helpline 713 970-7070

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Emergency Homeless Services

N

Quitman St

Hogan St

Elysian St

N Main St

10

Franklin St

45

Capitol St

Prairie St

Congress St

Commerce St

San Jacinto St

59

Fannin St

Jackson St

Dowling St

Hadley St

Polk St

Gray St

Leeland St

Homeless information, referrals & crisis management available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:
Coalition for the Homeless 713 739-7514

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Employment Resources

Being productive and active is important for your financial and emotional well being. There are agencies that offer job readiness, skills training and employment placement. Some programs provide work clothes, bus tokens, access to a computer, phone, fax and more.
If you are able to work, you will benefit from a steady paycheck, possible health insurance and more choices.
Career and Recovery Resources 713 754-7000
Cypress Assistance Ministries 281 955-5895
Goodwill Job Connection Center 713 699-6320
Humble Area Assistance Ministries 281 446-3663
Memorial Assistance Ministries 713 468-4516
SEARCH Homeless Services Page 40
SER-Jobs for Progress 713 773-6000
TDCJ Parole Houston Re-Entry Ctr Page 42
Workforce Solutions 1-888-469-JOBS (5627)

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Hepatitis C Testing

Hepatitis C is liver inflammation caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV).
HCV is spread through blood to blood contact, such as sharing needles for tattoos, body piercing or injecting drugs, needle stick injuries or renal dialysis. There is a small risk of transmission during sex. Sharing razors, nail clippers or toothbrushes may also spread the virus. You cannot get it from urine, sweat, tears, food or casual contact.
There is no vaccine for hepatitis C. A special blood test is the only way to tell if you have HCV.
AAMA Page 26
Houston Area Community Services Page 32
Legacy Community Health Services Page 34
St. Luke's Liver Health Outreach 832 355-5119
6620 Main Street, Suite 1505; 77030
Free screenings Mon-Thurs, 9am-3pm (closed 12-1pm). If even one risk factor may apply to you, come by and get tested. Parking is free. 1-800-72-LIVER

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HIV and STD Testing

It is very important to talk about safer sex with your partners and ask if they have been tested for HIV and STDs.
If you think you have been exposed to an STD like Gonorrhea, Chlamydia or Syphilis, get tested and treated as soon as possible. Having an STD increases your risk of contracting HIV or another STD.
There are no early symptoms of HIV. The only way for someone to know if they have HIV is to get tested.
AIDS Foundation Houston Page 24
AAMA Page 26
Bee Busy Wellness Center Page 28
Career and Recovery Resources 713 754-7000
Houston Area Community Services Page 32
Legacy Community Health Services Page 34
The Montrose Center Page 36
Saint Hope Foundation Page 38
Thomas Street Health Center Page 44

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Housing Resources

Housing assistance is available to help people with low and moderate incomes, including the homeless and the disabled.
Finding safe, affordable housing can keep you off the streets, out of shelters and prisons and on the road to a better life. Call one of the agencies below or ask your case manager about other options that may be available to you.
AAMA Page 24
AIDS Foundation Houston Page 26
Bering Omega Community Services Page 30
City of Houston-HOPWA 713 868-8328
Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS: rent, mortgage and utility assistance. Call for a list of current service providers.
Harris Co. Housing Resource Ctr 713 578-2055
Recorded info on housing and emergency assistance available 24/7 in English, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Houston Area Community Services Page 32
SEARCH Homeless Services Page 40

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Mental Health Counseling

There are many things that can make you feel alone, depressed or confused. Sometimes help is needed to sort out these emotions.
Individual, couple, family and group counseling is available. These services are often free of charge or based on your personal income.
If you think you might need someone to talk to, please contact one of the agencies below or call your case manager for help to find the best treatment for your particular situation.
Houston Area Community Services Page 32
Legacy Community Health Services Page 34
The Montrose Center Page 36
Saint Hope Foundation Page 38
The NeuroPsychiatric Center (NPC) crisis and emergency center at Ben Taub is open 24 hours. The NPC can serve anyone with an urgent psychiatric condition. Call for info or support:
24 hour Helpline 713 970-7070

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My Appointment

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Time:

See page for address, map and bus routes.

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Substance Abuse Treatment

For people living with a chronic illness, the use of alcohol and drugs can weaken the body. There is help for anyone who wants to become or stay alcohol or drug free. Services are often free of charge or based on your personal income.
Contact one of the agencies below for more information or call your case manager for help to find the best treatment for your particular situation.
AAMA Page 26
Career and Recovery Resources 713 754-7000
Houston Area Community Services Page 32
The Montrose Center Page 36
TDCJ Parole Div. Houston Re-entry Page 42
If you need additional support , call one of these groups to find a meeting in your area.
Alcoholics Anonymous 713 686-6300
Cocaine Anonymous 713 668-6822
Narcotics Anonymous 713 661-4200

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My Appointment

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Transportation Services

It can be very hard to access medical services without your own transportation. Before your release date, ask the ID Clinic staff for a METRO bus pass to be used for your first visit to an agency or clinic. Once you are registered in the client database (CPCDMS), your case manager will be able to provide additional bus passes.
If you didn’t get a bus pass at release, the agencies below offer METRO bus passes to get you to your medical appointments. Some may also help with transportation to social service providers.
Call for more information or talk to your case manager for other options.
AFH - Get Started Program Page 24
Houston Area Community Services Page 32
Legacy Community Health Services Page 34
The Montrose Center Page 36
Saint Hope Foundation Page 38
Thomas Street Health Center Page 44

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My Appointment

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Agency Listings

400 Austin Street
Richmond, TX 77469
PHONE: (281) 342-4530,
Extension 3149 or 3156
HOURS: Hours vary by program
accesshealth offers the following...
Case Management & CPCDMS registration
Gas Cards
Medical Clinic
Pharmacy
Psychotherapy
Referrals are made for dental care, eye care and other needed services.
accesshealth provides HIV primary care to residents of Fort Bend, Waller, Wharton, Austin and Colorado counties.

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Agency Listings

6260 Westpark Dr., Suite 100
Houston, TX 77057
PHONE: (713) 623-6796
HOURS: Monday-Thursday, 9am-6pm
Appointment required.
BUS ROUTES: 47, 81, 132, 163
AFH offers the following...
Get Started Program - assists newly released minority offenders.
Free HIV & Syphilis Testing - by appointment.
Case management, food pantry, health education, permanent and transitional housing programs.
AFH can also connect you to medical care, medication assistance, transportation and many other services.

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Agency Listings

Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans
204 Clifton Street
Houston, TX 77011
PHONE: (713) 926-9491
WEB: www.aama.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
BUS ROUTES: 50, 20
AAMA offers the following...
Minorities Action Program – substance abuse services, HIV, Hep C & TB testing, HIV related case management and also helps Spanish speaking individuals to access services. AAMA can connect you to medical care, transportation, housing and many other services. Also offers free GED, ESL and computer classes.
AAMA ofrece ayuda en Español con acceso a servicios de transportación, tratamiento medico, ayuda para parar el uso de drogas, y con pruebas del VIH, Hepatitis C y tuberculosis. AAMA también ofrece clases gratuitas de ESL, GED y computador.

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9898 Bissonnet, Suite 258
Houston, TX 77036
PHONE: (713) 771-2292
WEB: www.mybbwc.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm
BUS ROUTES: 65, 68
BBWC offers the following...
Case Management
Chronic Disease Prevention and Management
Diabetic Education
Family Planning, Prenatal & Postpartum Care
Health Education - Individual and Group
HIV Education “Lunch and Learn” Classes
HIV, STD and TB Testing
Immunizations - Adult and Pediatric
Medical Clinic - Adult and Pediatric
Referrals are made for dental care, eye exams, counseling and other needed services.

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1429 Hawthorne
Houston, TX 77006
PHONE: (713) 529-6071
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
BUS ROUTES: 81, 82
Bering offers the following...
Day Treatment Program - for adults with HIV that require nursing care during the day. Open Monday-Friday, 7am-5pm. 713 341-3750
Dental Clinic - offers a full range of dental services. Intake on Monday & Friday, 9am-1pm. 713 341-3790
Housing Assistance - basic budget planning, resources and first months rent deposit assistance through HOPWA. 713 341-3767
Omega House - HIV hospice offering palliative care as well as psychosocial and bereavement services for the dying and their loved ones. Open 24 hours. 713 341-3783

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Houston Area Community Services
2150 West 18th Street, Suite 300
Houston, TX 77008
WEB: www.hacstxs.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
BUS ROUTES: 48
HACS offers the following...
Bus passes
Medical Case Management & CPCDMS registration
HIV, STD and Hepatitis C Testing
Housing Related Services
Medical Clinic, Well Woman/Well Man & Pediatric
Mental Health Counseling
- Individual, Couple and Group
Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment
Pharmacy
Transgender Program

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1415 California Street
Houston, TX 77006
PHONE: (832) 548-5100
WEB: www.legacycommunityhealth.org
HOURS: Hours vary by program
BUS ROUTES: 42, 81, 82
Legacy offers the following...
Bus passes
Case Management and CPCDMS Registration
Insurance Premium and Co-Pay Assistance
Dental and Vision Care
Health Education and Risk Reduction Services
HIV, STD and Hepatitis Testing and Treatment
Medical Clinic and Pharmacy
Mental Health Counseling
Pediatrics
Psychiatric Services
Women's Clinic
Legacy has additional locations, call for more info.

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(formerly Montrose Counseling Center)
401 Branard Street, 2nd Floor
Houston, TX 77006
PHONE: (713) 529-0037
WEB: www.montrosecenter.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm
BUS ROUTES: 78, 25
The Montrose Center offers the following...
Bus Passes
Case Management & CPCDMS registration
Education and Prevention Services
HIV Testing (M-F, 8am-5pm)
Mental Health Counseling
- Individual, Couple, Family and Group
Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment
Support Groups

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6800 West Loop South, Suite 560
Bellaire, TX 77401
PHONE: (713) 839-7111
WEB: www.offeringhope.org
HOURS: Monday-Thursday, 8am-5pm
BUS ROUTES: 2
St. Hope offers the following...
Bus passes and Van Transportation
Dental and Vision Care
HIV and STD Testing & Counseling
Medical Case Management & CPCDMS registration
MSM Educational Groups
Medical Clinic, including Well Woman Care
Mental Health Counseling & Psychiatry
Pharmacy
Service Linkage
St. Hope has additional locations, call for info.

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2505 Fannin Street
Houston, TX 77002
PHONE: (713) 739-7752
WEB: www.searchhomeless.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm
BUS ROUTES: 1, 11, 9, 52, 78, METRO
light rail
SEARCH offers the following...
A one-stop shop for all individuals and families who are homeless. We offer street outreach and a day shelter which provides showers, laundry facilities, phone and mail services, breakfast, hot lunch and employment services. SEARCH also operates an accredited early childhood development center.

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Parole Division
Houston 01 Re-Entry Center
4949 W. 34th Street, Suite 115
Houston, TX 77018
PHONE: (713) 956-1478
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
BUS ROUTES: 23, 50
The Re-Entry Center offers the following...
Education programs including anger management, cognitive skills, domestic violence, faith-based AA and NA groups, a clothes closet for men and women, job placement and job counseling services for parolees in Harris and the surrounding counties.

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2015 Thomas Street
Houston, TX 77009
PHONE: (713) 873-4000
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4pm
BUS ROUTES: 9, 24, 37, 52
Thomas Street Health Center offers the following...
Medical Case Management & CPCDMS registration
Access to Clinical Trials
Health Education
Hep C & HIV Dual Diagnosis Treatment
HIV Testing and Counseling
Medical Clinic, Specialty Clinic & Well Woman Care
Patient Transportation Assistance
Pharmacy (ADAP and medication assistance)
Psychiatry and Support Groups
Harris Health System has additional locations, see your case manager for details.

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Helpful Resources

Dispute Resolution Center of Harris County
49 San Jacinto, Suite 220 77002
www.co.harris.tx.us/drc/
Free mediation services to help resolve disputes out of court for matters such as landlord/tenant, consumer/merchant, divorce and more for residents of Harris, Brazoria, Galveston or any county that does not have a Dispute Resolution Center. Does not provide legal advice or resolve criminal matters. Open M-F, 8a-5p.
TX Attorney General-Child Support 800 252-8014
www.oag.state.tx.us/cs/index.shtml
Assistance to establish paternity, establish, enforce and modify child support.
For assistance with visitation, call M-F, 1pm-7pm: 1-866-292-4636 or go to www.txaccess.org.
Texas Criminal Justice Coalition 512 441-8123
www.criminaljusticecoalition.org
Publishes an online Resource Guide (divided by geographic area) for people re-entering the world following incarceration.

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Helpful Phone Numbers

Coalition for the Homeless 713 739-7514
Homeless information, referrals & crisis management available 24 hours a day.
Medicaid 800 252-8263
Information about Texas Medicaid & the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
Medicare 800 633-4227
Information & assistance with Medicare.
METRO 713 635-4000
Information about bus routes and schedules. Available M-F 6am-9pm, S-S 8am-8pm.
Michael E. DeBakey VAMC 713 791-1414
Medical care for Veterans; bus passes available for clients of the HIV Clinic. M-F 8am-4:30pm; emergency room open 24 hours.
Social Security 800 772-1213
Get information, forms or locate an office. Live help available M-F 7am-7pm; automated system available 24 hours a day.

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Houston Community Voicemail

See your case manager to set up a voice mail box.

1. Call your number: ___________________________ / 2. Press Ü when the system answers. / 3. Enter your password, then press #. / 4. Listen and follow the instructions. / Press… 1 to hear new messages / 3 to hear saved messages / 4 to change your recorded greeting
While listening to messages use these options: / 1 Re-play the message 6 Save the message as new / 2 Save the message 7 Repeat the menu / 3 Delete the message 9 Time & date of message / Ü Exit

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2-1-1
A great way to find help is by calling 2-1-1. Get free, confidential information and referrals to places that can assist with food, housing, employment, counseling and more. Just dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in the state and tell the operator what you need.

To have a complete copy of the Blue Book resource guide mailed to you for FREE, please call:
Ryan White Planning Council
Office of Support
713 572-3724
Publication of this guide was made possible by funding from the Ryan White Treatment Extension Act of 2009.