Free Mold Testing Options

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Indigent renters in Humble, Texas, can explore free in-home testing for mycotoxins and mold through local health departments, legal aid services, and non-profit organizations. Contact Harris County Public Health for potential testing services. Legal aid like Lone Star Legal Aid can assist with tenant rights and landlord issues. Non-profits such as Houston Area Urban League and Avenue CDC offer housing counseling, financial assistance, and advocacy, which may include resources for mold testing.

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Are there any local non-profits that assist with housing issues; they might offer testing services or financial assistance in Harris County (zip code is *)?

Certainly! Here are a few local non-profits in Harris County that might be able to assist with housing issues, including testing services or financial assistance:
*. Houston Area Urban League (HAUL)
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: www.haul.org
*. Avenue CDC
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: www.avenuecdc.org
Would you like more details on any of these organizations or additional assistance?

Sure! Can you please provide more detailed information on the two county non-profits above?

Sure! Here’s more detailed information about the two non-profits:

Houston Area Urban League (HAUL)

- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: [www.haul.org](http://www.haul.org)
- Services: HAUL offers housing counseling, financial assistance, and advocacy for tenant rights and may have resources or referrals for mold testing and air quality issues.

Avenue CDC

- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: [www.avenuecdc.org](http://www.avenuecdc.org)
- Services: Avenue CDC provides affordable housing resources, homebuyer education, and financial assistance. They might also offer help with housing conditions and landlord-tenant disputes.
Would you like help contacting these organizations or more information on tenant rights?

Yes please

You can reach out to the following organizations directly for assistance:

Houston Area Urban League (HAUL)

Phone: (*) *-*
Website: [www.haul.org](http://www.haul.org)
Services: Housing counseling, financial assistance, and tenant rights advocacy. They may provide resources or referrals for mold testing and air quality issues.

Avenue CDC

Phone: (*) *-*
Website: [www.avenuecdc.org](http://www.avenuecdc.org)
Services: Affordable housing resources, homebuyer education, and financial assistance. They may help with housing conditions and landlord-tenant disputes.
Would you like guidance on tenant rights or need help with anything else?

Mycotoxin Panels that test individuals for mood exposure are extremely expensive & most doctors will not authorize patient request for a mycotoxin test anyway. if a tenant who is unemployed, has reason to believe that the home environment they rent, there should be a way for them to access free mycotoxin panel testing them for mold exposure. How can an individual that is unemployed and indigent with no source of funds, and only has Texas Medicaid access, free mycotoxin panel to test for mold exposure?

For an indigent renter in Texas, accessing free mycotoxin panel testing is challenging but not impossible. Here are some steps you can take:
- Local Health Department: Contact Harris County Public Health to inquire about any free or low-cost testing programs.
- Medicaid: Consult with your Texas Medicaid provider to see if they can cover the cost of the test or refer you to a specialist.
- Non-Profit Organizations: Reach out to the Houston Area Urban League and Avenue CDC for financial assistance or referrals.
Would you like more information on how to approach your Medicaid provider or any other specific assistance?

Yes I would appreciate more information on how to approach my Medicaid provider for specific assistance.

To approach your Medicaid provider for specific assistance in obtaining a mycotoxin panel test, you can follow these steps:
*. Contact Customer Service: Call the customer service number on your Medicaid card and explain your need for a mycotoxin panel test due to suspected mold exposure.
*. Request a Referral: Ask for a referral to a specialist who can authorize the test.
*. Explain the Health Impact: Emphasize the chronic symptoms affecting you and your children and how they relate to mold exposure.
*. Provide Documentation: Submit any medical records or notes from doctors that support your need for the test.
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