***BENEFIT PROGRAMS UPDATES***
- The Chinese Community Center is currently offering the free application assistance through the Unlock Housing Program. Please review eligibility and requirements and make an appointment to apply with us.
- We are no longer accepting registrations for the 2026 Utility Assistance Program. If you would like to receive the next assistance or to be notified about the next year program. Please leave your information by click here. A member of our staff will contact you at a later time.
DISASTER ASSISTANCE
The assistance provides one-time financial or other assistance to low-income to individuals and families residing in areas officially declared by state or federal authorities as affected by natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, storms, floods, or fires. APPLYPUBLIC BENEFITS
Benefits programs offer the financial assistance and discounted healthcare programs to eligible residents who are legal residents with low-incomes, disability, aged 65 and older or aged 18 and younger, pregnant women, retirees, uninsured, underinsured or need help on public benefits. APPLYUNLOCK HOUSING
The Unlock Housing program does have the Disaster Recover Home Repair service which provides rehabilitation and reconstruction assistance to eligible Houston homeowners whose primary residences were damaged and impacted by the disaster of Derecho (May 2024) and Hurricane Beryl (July 2024). APPLYUTILITY ASSISTANCE
The Utility Assistance Program (CEAP) supports low-income households living in Harris, Brazoria and Galveston Counties in Texas with payments of their electricity, gas or propane utility bills. APPLYUPCOMING EVENTS
VOLUNTEER WITH US
Join our amazing volunteer team at the Chinese Community Center’s Benefits Enrollment Center! Enjoy flexible schedules while making a meaningful impact in the community. Gain valuable knowledge and discover benefits and resources you may have never known before—all while doing rewarding work that truly helps others.
CONTACT US
Vinh Nguyen (he/him)
Benefits Project Director
Certified Site Manager | Community Partner Program
Phone: 713-271-6100
Email: vnguyen@ccchouston.org