Willie Carter Community Outreach Center

03/27/2026

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New research is raising concerns about ma*****na use and brain health.

A recent meta-analysis published in the International Journal of Stroke, led by researchers at the University of Cambridge, found that ma*****na use is linked to a higher risk of stroke, increasing that risk by about 37%.

Learn more here:
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/17474930261418926

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03/27/2026

DYK: People experiencing mental health or substance use challenges may be at higher risk for gambling problems—and gambling can intensify existing mental health or substance use problems. Help is available if gambling is affecting your well-being: 988lifeline.org

03/27/2026

It's ok not to be ok 🫤 🙁 🙃 🙂 Help is available if you or someone you love is having a hard time, or for those struggling with mental health or substance use.

❤️ Help yourself & share to help others: samhsa.gov/find-help

03/02/2026

💰 FREE TAX HELP 💰

Qualifying families and individuals earning up to $69,000 can get FREE tax preparation & electronic filing through the Community Tax Center Program.

🧾 Services include 2025 tax returns, 2024 amended returns, and financial education.
⚠️ Refunds issued by electronic payment only!

👉 Please share to help spread the word!

02/23/2026

02/07/2026

The Willie Carter Outreach Center was deeply honored to participate in the 2026 SETX Veterans Stand Down at the Port Arthur Bob Bowers Civic Center!

We had the privilege of connecting with so many dedicated organizations whose work centers on serving the veterans who have given so much in service to our country. The compassion, collaboration, and shared commitment present throughout the day was incredibly moving.

Being part of a community that comes together to uplift, support, and honor our veterans is a true blessing. We are grateful for the opportunity to stand alongside others who are committed to ensuring no veteran is left without support, dignity, or care.

01/21/2026

🚨 URGENT COMMUNITY NOTICE – FREEZING WEATHER RESPONSE 🚨

Due to the upcoming freezing temperatures, an Emergency Homeless Shelter will open:

📍 603 5th St., Port Arthur, TX
🗓 Friday, January 23
⏰ Will remain open until temperatures rise above freezing

Executive Director, Pat Henderson, will be on site and continuing intake throughout the freezing conditions to ensure no one is turned away.

🙏 Greatest Need: PRAYER

🧺 Additional Needs:
• Food
• Bottled water
• Blankets
• Pillows

🎁 Donations may be dropped off directly at:
603 5th St., Port Arthur

Please share this post so it reaches anyone who may need shelter or wants to help. The community’s support can save lives during this weather. ❄️💙

01/06/2026

This is what community looks like.

The Willie Carter Outreach Center is built on people — people who care, who serve, and who believe that together, we can make a difference. Each face here represents compassion, commitment, and a shared mission to uplift and support our community.

We show up for one another. We stand together. And we continue doing the work that matters — because our community matters. 💙🤝

12/22/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the ROSC / South County Quarterly Networking Luncheon – Holiday Edition! A special thank-you to Sgt. Timberly Battle and Judge Joe Guillory for being our guest speakers. We’re grateful for the connections made and excited to share a few highlights from the day below. 💙