Walker County Health & Community Services Guide (Walker, Huntsville TX)

From Huntsville to New Waverly, you can get healthcare even without insurance. Texas Health Help connects Walker County residents to sliding-scale clinics, Huntsville Memorial Hospital, mental health services, Medicaid, and free rides to appointments — all at no cost.

This guide lists the clinics, hospitals, mental health support, food help, and transportation options available to Walker County residents in Huntsville, New Waverly, Riverside, Dodge, and nearby communities. Everything below is free to use, and our navigators can help you make the calls.

Clinics and low-cost care in Walker County

• Huntsville Memorial Rural Health Clinic — Rural Health Clinic
  125 Medical Park Ln, Huntsville, TX 77340
  Phone: (936) 291-4521
  Website: www.huntsvillememorial.com
  Primary care affiliated with Huntsville Memorial Hospital; accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and uninsured patients.
• Walker County Health & Wellness Clinics — Community Clinic
  Huntsville, TX 77340
  Phone: (936) 291-4521
  Primary and preventive care for local families. Call for locations and sliding-scale options.
• Walker County Indigent Health Care — County Health Program
  1301 Sam Houston Ave, Huntsville, TX 77340
  Phone: (936) 436-4900
  County program for uninsured residents who don't qualify for Medicaid or other coverage.

Hospitals and emergency care

• Huntsville Memorial Hospital — Hospital & Emergency Room
  110 Memorial Hospital Dr, Huntsville, TX 77340
  Phone: (936) 291-3411
  Website: www.huntsvillememorial.com
  Full-service community hospital with a 24/7 emergency room serving all of Walker County.
• Walker County Hospital Corporation — Hospital District
  Huntsville, TX 77340
  Phone: (936) 291-3411
  Local hospital authority supporting emergency and inpatient care for county residents.

Mental health and crisis support

• Tri-County Behavioral Healthcare — Walker County — Community Mental Health Center
  1600 Normal Park Dr, Huntsville, TX 77340
  Phone: (936) 291-5800
  Website: www.tcbhc.org
  Mental health and substance-use services on a sliding fee scale for adults and children.
• Tri-County 24/7 Crisis Line — Crisis Support
  Phone: 1-800-659-6994
  Free, confidential mental-health crisis help any time, day or night.
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — National Crisis Line
  Phone: 988
  Call or text 988 for immediate, free crisis support.

Food assistance and community resources

• Local food pantries and church-based assistance in Huntsville and New Waverly.
• 2-1-1 Texas — free referrals to local aid programs (dial 211).
• Good Shepherd Mission and other Huntsville nonprofits offering food and emergency aid.
• Utility, rent, and emergency assistance through community action agencies.

Need groceries this week? See our Texas food assistance guide or dial 2-1-1 for the pantry closest to you.

Rides to medical appointments

• Brazos Transit District (The District) provides fixed-route and demand-response rides in and around Huntsville.
• Free non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) for Texas Medicaid members — we help you book it.
• Volunteer driver network for seniors and disabled residents to reach medical appointments.
• Our navigators arrange rides to clinics, dialysis, and specialists at no cost to you.

Medicaid members can ride free. See free rides to doctor appointments in Texas.

Medicaid, CHIP, and benefits help

• Free help checking if you or your children qualify for Medicaid or CHIP.
• Step-by-step application support — in person, by phone, or online through YourTexasBenefits.
• Pregnancy Medicaid enrollment for expecting mothers.
• Help gathering documents and following up so your application isn't denied for paperwork.

Start here: Texas Medicaid eligibility · Apply for Medicaid · CHIP in Texas · Renew your Medicaid

Senior services in Walker County

• Medicare enrollment and Medicare Savings Program guidance.
• Deep East Texas Council of Governments (DETCOG) Area Agency on Aging support.
• Meals on Wheels and senior nutrition programs in the Huntsville area.
• Prescription-assistance and benefits counseling for older adults.

Frequently asked questions

Can I see a doctor in Walker County without insurance?

Yes. The Huntsville Memorial Rural Health Clinic accepts uninsured patients and offers sliding-scale options, and Walker County runs an indigent health care program for residents who don't qualify for Medicaid. Our navigators can help you find the right clinic and apply for coverage.

Where is the nearest emergency room in Walker County?

Huntsville Memorial Hospital at 110 Memorial Hospital Dr in Huntsville has a 24/7 emergency room. For any life-threatening emergency, call 911. Emergency rooms must treat you regardless of insurance or ability to pay.

How do I get a ride to a medical appointment in Walker County?

Brazos Transit District provides local rides in and around Huntsville, and Texas Medicaid members can get free non-emergency medical transportation. Contact our navigators and we'll help arrange a ride at no cost.

What mental health help is available in Walker County?

Tri-County Behavioral Healthcare in Huntsville provides sliding-scale mental health and substance-use services. Their 24/7 crisis line is 1-800-659-6994, and you can always call or text 988 for the national Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Is Texas Health Help really free?

Yes. We're a community nonprofit. Helping you find a clinic, apply for Medicaid or CHIP, or arrange transportation never costs anything. We don't bill you or your insurance.

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