Legacy Community Health - Southwest

Legacy Community Health - Southwest Your Health is Our Passion! ¡Su Salud es Nuestra Pasión! Open on Weekends.
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Legacy Community Health is a full-service health care system comprised of over 50 locations in the Texas Gulf Coast region offering primary care, pediatrics, OB/GYN, behavioral health, dental, vision, specialty care, and pharmacy services. For over 40 years, Legacy has been innovating the ways we provide comprehensive, quality health care services to underserved communities. As the largest Federal

ly Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Texas and a United Way affiliated agency since 1990, Legacy ensures its services and programs are open to all, regardless of the ability to pay—without judgment or exception.

Save the date!
05/27/2026

Save the date!

💙✨ Caring for our community doesn’t just happen in the clinic, it happens everywhere.Over the past few weeks, Legacy Com...
05/27/2026

💙✨ Caring for our community doesn’t just happen in the clinic, it happens everywhere.

Over the past few weeks, Legacy Community Health’s pharmacy teams have been out in the community, connecting with families, sharing resources, and helping people better understand their health.

From the Zeta Phi Beta Resource Fair to events at Hicks Elementary and Day in the Park in Beaumont, our teams:

🩺 Provided blood pressure and blood glucose checks

💬 Answered questions and shared helpful health information

🛍️ Gave out everyday tools like pill boxes and medication disposal bags

These moments may seem small, but they matter. A quick screening can raise awareness, and a simple conversation can help someone take the next step toward better health.

💙 This is what Health Beyond Care looks like, showing up, listening, and supporting our communities wherever we can.

Who knew pickleball could be so powerful?Our community came to play – and they didn’t disappoint. The inaugural Legacy O...
05/26/2026

Who knew pickleball could be so powerful?

Our community came to play – and they didn’t disappoint. The inaugural Legacy Open brought the competition and team spirit together to rai over $50,000 for our behavioral health programs.

That means more access to mental health support, more care for our families, and people connected to the help they need.

💙 Thank you to title sponsor H-E-B and everyone who played, cheered, and showed up. You helped make a difference and had a great time doing it.

🧠☀️ When school is out, kids don’t stop needing support, sometimes they need it more.Summer break can be a relief for ma...
05/26/2026

🧠☀️ When school is out, kids don’t stop needing support, sometimes they need it more.

Summer break can be a relief for many children, but for others it can bring unexpected challenges. Changes in structure, less access to school counselors, and more unstructured time can increase anxiety, irritability, or overwhelming emotions, especially for kids who already need extra support.

Here are a few things families can watch for during the summer months:

🕰️ Loss of routine: Trouble sleeping, eating irregularly, or feeling “off” without structure

😔 Emotional changes: Increased frustration, withdrawal, or sadness that lasts more than a few weeks

📚 Gaps in support: School based services pause, but mental health needs don’t

🧠 Difficulty transitioning: Worry about the next school year or changes at home

👂 Unspoken stress: Kids may act out instead of saying they’re struggling

The good news: support doesn’t have to pause just because school does. Pediatric mental health care is available all summer, and telehealth visits can help families stay connected to licensed providers from home without travel, missed work, or schedule stress.

Consistent care during summer can help kids feel steadier, supported, and better prepared for what comes next.

📖 Learn more about summer mental health support and telehealth options:
https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/newsblog-schools-out-care-isnt-legacy-offers-pediatric-and-mental-health-services-all-summer-long/

💙 Caring for kids’ mental health is a year-round effort and support is available.

05/24/2026

All of our Legacy clinics and pharmacies will be closed, Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day with the exception of Legacy Southwest located at 6441 High Star 77074. Legacy Southwest will be open to provide pediatric walk-in care from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.

Tuesday, May 26 we will be open our regular hours.

We hope you have a meaningful and safe Memorial Day.

Todas nuestras clínicas Legacy y farmacias estarán cerradas, Lunes, 25 de mayo en observancia del Memorial Day con la excepción de Legacy Southwest ubicado en 6441 High Star 77074. Legacy Southwest estará abierto hoy para proporcionar atención pediátrica sin cita previa de 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.

Martes, 26 de mayo estaremos abiertos en nuestro horario regular.

Esperamos que tengan un Día de los Caídos significativo y seguro.

🧠💙 When your child is struggling, getting support shouldn’t feel complicated.Kids and teens can experience anxiety, stre...
05/19/2026

🧠💙 When your child is struggling, getting support shouldn’t feel complicated.

Kids and teens can experience anxiety, stress, or changes in behavior that aren’t always easy to recognize at first. Left unaddressed, these challenges can affect their confidence, relationships, and day to day life—but early support can make a meaningful difference.

Here are a few ways families can support their child’s mental health:

💬 Create space to talk — Even quick, low pressure check ins can help kids feel heard

👀 Watch for changes — Sleep, mood, focus, or energy shifts that last over time

🎯 Keep routines simple and consistent — Structure can help kids feel more secure

🌿 Encourage movement and downtime — Both help regulate stress and emotions

📞 Reach out early — You don’t have to wait for things to get worse to ask for help

For many families, one of the biggest challenges is actually accessing support. Between school, work, transportation, and busy schedules, it can be hard to fit in appointments.

That’s where pediatric telehealth can help:
📱 Connect with licensed providers from home

⏱️ Fit visits into your family’s schedule (after school, evenings, etc.)

🚗 No travel needed, reducing stress on both kids and parents

💬 A more comfortable setting for children to open up

Sometimes the right support is simply making care easier to reach.

💙 Small steps, early conversations, and accessible care can have a lasting impact.

📖 Learn more about pediatric telehealth and how to get started:
https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/services/pediatrics/pediatric-telehealth/

Save the date!Join us for the 19th Annual Back to School Drive, Health Fair, and Business Expo on Saturday, July 25, 202...
05/12/2026

Save the date!

Join us for the 19th Annual Back to School Drive, Health Fair, and Business Expo on Saturday, July 25, 2026. This community event features a school supply giveaway including backpacks and supplies while they last.

Event Details:
• Location: PlazAmericas Mall, 201 Sharpstown Center, Houston, TX 77036
• Welcome Ceremony: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
• Event Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (or until supplies run out)

🧠📱 If your child is turning to AI for emotional support, you’re not alone and it’s something many families are starting ...
05/12/2026

🧠📱 If your child is turning to AI for emotional support, you’re not alone and it’s something many families are starting to notice.

More kids and teens are using AI chatbots to talk through stress, loneliness, or big emotions. While these tools may feel easy and always available, they don’t always recognize when something is serious and they can’t replace real conversation or human support.

If you’re noticing this with your child, here are a few ways to help support them:

✨ Start the conversation: Ask what they’re using and why, without judgment.

👀 Stay aware: Notice if they’re choosing screens over friends, family, or activities they used to enjoy.
💬 Make space to talk: Short, low pressure check ins can help them feel heard.

🌿 Encourage real world connection: Time outdoors, movement, or face to face interactions can help regulate stress.

📵 Create boundaries together: Simple limits like unplugging at night can make a difference.

These small steps can help build the confidence and coping skills kids need to handle stress in healthy ways. And if something feels off or overwhelming, reaching out early can make a real difference.

For families who need extra support, options like telehealth mental health visits can make it easier to connect with licensed professionals from home, especially when schedules are busy or getting to appointments is hard.

📖 Learn more about supporting your child’s mental health and what to watch for: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/newsblog-your-childs-mental-health-and-the-ai-trap/

💙 Support is available for your child and your family.

💙💊 Behind every prescription is a team committed to your care.More than 230 members of Legacy Community Health’s Pharmac...
05/07/2026

💙💊 Behind every prescription is a team committed to your care.

More than 230 members of Legacy Community Health’s Pharmacy team joined our 2026 Pharmacy Retreat, a day focused on connection, teamwork, and improving how we serve our patients.

The retreat centered on making care more accessible and affordable, strengthening teamwork across clinics, and finding better ways to remove barriers that can make getting medications hard. Every conversation came back to one goal: making sure patients get the medications and support they need to stay healthy.

Our pharmacy teams also spent time problem solving around patient experience, access to care, and how to continue delivering high quality service across our communities. The day included team building activities, appreciation moments, and celebrating the people who make this work possible, including recognizing Juan Damian, the first recipient of Legacy’s Pharmacy Pillar Award.

At Legacy, we know that great care doesn’t happen by accident. It takes teamwork, dedication, and people who care deeply about the communities they serve.

💙 When you pick up a prescription at Legacy, you’re supported by a team that’s focused on you.

💙🧠 You’re not alone and support is available.If you’re a new or expecting mom, Maternal Mental Health Day is a reminder ...
05/06/2026

💙🧠 You’re not alone and support is available.

If you’re a new or expecting mom, Maternal Mental Health Day is a reminder that emotional and mental health changes during pregnancy and after birth are common and nothing to feel ashamed of. Many new mothers experience perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), which can show up as sadness, worry, irritability, feeling disconnected, or simply feeling overwhelmed. These experiences are real, and they are treatable with the right support.

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as prenatal or postpartum checkups. Support can help ease symptoms, strengthen bonding, and improve well-being for both you and your baby and getting help early can make a meaningful difference.

For many new moms, finding time for care can feel impossible. That’s where telehealth can help. Virtual mental health visits allow you to talk with a licensed professional from home, during nap time, between feedings, or whenever it works best for you, without travel, childcare, or added stress.

Telehealth support may help with:

✨ Postpartum anxiety or depression
✨ Mood changes, stress, or emotional overload
✨ Feeling disconnected, exhausted, or unsure
✨ Mental health support for the whole family, when needed

If you’ve been wondering whether what you’re feeling is “normal,” or if you’ve been putting your own needs last, this is your reminder that help is meant for you too.

📖 Learn more and explore your options:

• PMADs and new moms: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/newsblog-calling-all-new-moms-are-you-aware-of-pmads/

• Pediatric & family telehealth services: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/services/pediatrics/pediatric-telehealth/

💙 Support is available for you, your baby and your family.

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Houston, TX

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

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+18325485300

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