Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter
FQHCOperated by Harris Ctyhosp Dist
Services offered
Enabling services
Transportation, translation, case management, outreach, and patient navigation.
Primary care
Routine adult and family medicine, annual exams, chronic disease management.
Hours
24.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time
About Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter
Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Houston, TX. Fees are assessed on a sliding scale based on household income, uninsured patients below 200% of the federal poverty line typically pay a nominal fee of $0 to $30 per visit. The center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, commercial insurance, and uninsured patients.
Community Health Centers like Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter play a critical role in serving Black families and other historically underserved populations. They are required by federal rule to accept patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and they integrate medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services in a single location.
HIV testing + PrEP at Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across Texas.
Coverage + benefits in Texas
Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter accepts Texas Medicaid. FQHC certified application counselors typically cross-enroll Medicaid + WIC + SNAP at the same visit. Anyone enrolled in Medicaid is automatically income-eligible for WIC under federal adjunctive eligibility (7 CFR 246.7).
Frequently asked questions
What services does Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter offer?
Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter in Houston, Texas offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter?
24.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time
Is Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) funded by HRSA Section 330. FQHCs are required by federal rule to accept patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and they integrate medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.
Where is Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter located?
Star Of Hope Men'S Shelter is at 1811 Ruiz St, Houston, TX 77002-1321. Phone: 713-226-5424.
Please verify before visiting. Hours, services, and insurance acceptance can change. Call the center directly to confirm they're open and accepting new patients before you go. Data last verified on April 24, 2026.