BACK TO SCHOOL 2023-2024

Preregistration is open for the 2023-2024 school year. Click the link below to preregister online.

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY – Children entering pre-K through 12th grade in August 2023 with limited resources and living with their parent/guardian in one of the following zip codes are eligible for the program. Zip codes:
77002, 77003, 77004, 77005, 77006, 77007, 77009, 77010, 77011, 77012, 77016, 77019, 77020, 77021, 77023, 77025, 77026, 77027, 77028, 77029, 77030, 77031, 77033, 77036, 77046, 77056, 77057, 77072, 77074, 77081, 77096, 77098, 77099, 77401
Proof of address (example: lease agreement, utility bill, school letter) and ID (birth certificate, passport, driver’s license) – photocopy acceptable. Children do NOT need to attend registration.

Louise J. Moran Vision Care Program provides professional eye exams and eyeglasses to students whose families are in need. The program is coordinated through a few, pre-selected Houston Independent School District and charter/private school campuses each school year. This program is not open to the general public.

For additional organizations that help with eye care and medical needs, we suggest calling the United Way Helpline: 2-1-1.

Jingle Bell Express is a Christmas program offering toys, books and food (all free of charge) to children in need living in CCSC's service area.

Program Eligibility 2022:

Children ages 0 - 15 years old with limited resources and living with their parent/guardian in one of these zip codes: 77002, 77003, 77004, 77005, 77006, 77007, 77009, 77010, 77011, 77012, 77016, 77019, 77020, 77021, 77023, 77025, 77026, 77027, 77028, 77029, 77030, 77031, 77033, 77036, 77046, 77056, 77057, 77072, 77074, 77081, 77096, 77098, 77401
*Proof of Address is Required

Complete all 3 steps to register (before September 20, 2022)

1. Complete online preregistration https://forms.gle/2vYEhpHDW1DhFzfX9 (CLICK the "More About This Program" LINK AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE TO ACCESS THE REGISTRATION FORM)
2. Wait for a text (in September, CCSC will text or email you a registration appointment)
3. Attend in-person registration - parent attends Jingle Bell Express registration October 5-7 at Bellaire UMC to complete toy wish list. Bring proof of address, parent's photo identification & children's birth certificates.

All registered families receive an invitation to attend CCSC’s Jingle Bell Express drive-thru event on December 9-10, 2022, to pick up toys, books and a food gift card.

Emergency Services-Southwest offers food packages and financial assistance for rent, utility assistance, and limited medical needs. We also provide information about resources that can help in other ways (shelter, legal assistance, etc.).

Address: 6856 Bellaire Blvd., Houston, TX 77074 (accessible by METRO routes including #002 & #082)
Phone: 713-871-9741
Hours: Mondays 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesdays 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Wednesdays we are CLOSED, Thursdays 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Fridays 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m.-Noon. No financial assistance on Saturdays.
Appointment Required? Yes, for Financial Assistance / No, for Food Assistance
Services Offered: Appointments are not required for food assistance. An appointment is required for financial assistance requests (rent, utilities and medical). Clients must call 713-871-9741 to discuss their crisis situation. No walk-in clients can be accepted for this service.

Emergency Services-Central offers food packages, clothing, and financial assistance for rent, utility assistance, and limited medical needs. We also provide information about resources that can help in other ways (shelter, legal assistance, etc.).

Address: 3434 Branard St., Houston, TX 77027 (accessible by METRO #25 & #82)
Phone: 713-871-9741
Hours: Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and Saturdays, 9 a.m.-NOON. No financial assistance on Saturdays
Appointment Required? Yes, for Financial Assistance / No, for Food Assistance
Services Offered: Appointments are not required for food assistance. An appointment is required for financial assistance requests (rent, utilities and medical). Clients must call 713-871-9741 to discuss their crisis situation. No walk-in clients can be accepted for this service.

JobNet provides a variety of services to help people find work and achieve their career goals. We offer a supportive environment and partner with you through your job transition.

Address: 3434 Branard, Houston, TX 77027 (Accessible by METRO #25 #82, #84)
Phone: (713) 626-8320
Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00am – 3:00pm, Friday 9:00AM – 1:00PM; DUE TO COVID-19 ALL SERVICES ARE CURRENTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Appointment Required? yes
Services Offered: Computer Training, Computer Lab, Resume Assistance, Interview Preparation, Job Search Assistance, Individualized Coaching and Access to Office Resources like a phone, fax, copier and other services to help you find the job and career for you. All services are currently by appointment only. Call for more information about getting started: 713-626-8320.

The Professional Home Caregiver Training Program prepares people to serve as nonmedical caregivers for older adults and others who need assistance with daily activities. Our 50+ hour nonmedical training covers relationship building, technical skills, hands on support techniques, dementia and provides business and marketing strategies to find and keep clients.

Address: Locations vary
Phone: 713-961-3993
Hours: Varies. Training is offered during business hours
Appointment Required? yes
Services Offered: 50+ hour training that equips nonmedical caregivers to work for an agency, open a small business, and/or work directly for families. Graduates have access to job leads and other supports.
Notes: This program is currently offered in English only.

Martha’s Way provides training in Spanish for people interested in opening or expanding their own housekeeping business. Our 42 hour curriculum includes instruction in professional development, business development, and technical skills for eco-friendly residential housekeeping.

Address: Martha’s Way training is delivered in locations throughout Houston. Contact us for the location nearest you.
Phone: 281-906-8421
Hours: Varies. Training is offered during business hours.
Appointment Required? yes
Services Offered: 42 hour training covering professional skills, business skills, and technical skills for eco-friendly housekeeping, job leads, continuing education, and other supports for graduates.
Notes: If you are interested in hiring a Martha’s Way graduate to clean your home, please complete our request form here. Call 713-961-3993 with any questions.