Legacy Community Health - Montrose

12/23/2025

Legacy Community Health clinics, Legacy Pharmacies, and Wellness Bar by Legacy will be closed on Wednesday, December 24, Thursday, December 25, and Thursday, January 1 for the holidays. Our normal hours of operation will resume on Friday, December 26 and Friday, January 2.

Pediatric Walk-In:
Our pediatric walk-in clinic at Legacy Southwest (6441 High Star Drive, Houston, TX 77074) will be open on Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, January 1 from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.

We wish all of you a wonderful holiday and a happy New Year with family and friends!

Las clínicas de Legacy Community Health, las Farmacias Legacy y Wellness Bar by Legacy estarán cerradas el miércoles 24 de diciembre, jueves 25 de diciembre y jueves 1 de enero por las fiestas. Regresaremos a nuestro horario normal el viernes 26 de diciembre y el viernes 2 de enero.

Clínica Pediátrica sin Cita: Nuestra clínica pediátrica sin cita previa en Legacy Southwest (6441 High Star Drive, Houston, TX 77074) estará abierta el miércoles 24 de diciembre y el jueves 1 de enero de 10:00 am a 6:00 pm.

¡Les deseamos a todos unas maravillosas fiestas y un feliz Año Nuevo con familiares y amigos!

12/10/2025

🕯️✨ World AIDS Day at The DeLUXE Theater ✨🕯️

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an evening of remembrance and resilience as we recommitted to ending HIV together.

Legacy has been leading this fight since the early 1980s, and our education, prevention, and treatment programs remain at the heart of our mission.

Highlights from the night included:

🌟 Opening remarks from Legacy's CEO Robert Palussek
🎤 A panel and Q&A Session with HIV Experts
🕯️ A moving candlelight vigil
💉 Free HIV testing and resources
🎶 Inspiring performances and community voices
🎙️ Hosted by the incredible Ernie Manouse

We were honored to accept a proclamation from Mayor John Whitmire, officially recognizing World AIDS Day in Houston.

A heartfelt thank you to our partners—Houston Health Department, Allies In Hope Houston, Harris County Public Health, The T.R.U.T.H. Project, The Missouri City TX Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, and The Normal Anomaly Inc.—and to everyone who attended, performed, and shared their voices.

Together, we honor those we’ve lost, support those living with HIV, and continue working toward a future free of stigma.

12/01/2025

We look forward to seeing everyone tonight to honor those we've lost, celebrate resilience, and renew our commitment to end HIV.

Legacy’s Commitment to Ending the Epidemic:

Legacy Community Health’s history is deeply rooted in the fight against HIV and AIDS. Founded in 1978 as the Montrose Clinic, Legacy began providing HIV testing and treatment in the early 1980s—long before many health systems recognized the scale of the epidemic. Over the past four decades, Legacy has grown to become the largest Federally Qualified Health Center in Texas, but its mission to provide compassionate, stigma-free care for people living with HIV/AIDS remains at its core.

Today, Legacy offers free and confidential HIV testing, PrEP and PEP access, long-acting injectable treatments, and culturally affirming programs that empower the communities most affected by the disease. Legacy’s comprehensive approach includes medical care, counseling, and support services that promote prevention, education, and connection to care.

One example of this commitment is AmistadesHTX, a Legacy program designed to empower Houston’s Latino/a/x community through education, prevention, and inclusion. AmistadesHTX provides free HIV testing, linkage to PrEP, and community-building initiatives such as the Café con Leche discussion group and the Como Soy / As I Am storytelling campaign. These initiatives open culturally-sensitive conversations around sexual health, mental well-being, and stigma reduction.

Through efforts like AmistadesHTX and Legacy’s extensive network of community partnerships, thousands of Houstonians each year receive the care, resources, and encouragement they need to live healthy, fulfilling lives.

A Call to Awareness and Action

Recent data show that Houston-area HIV and STI rates are on the rise. These numbers underscore the urgent need for accessible, affordable, and judgment-free care. Legacy’s ongoing mission—to connect our communities to health every day, in every way—remains vital in combating the growing public health challenge.

This World AIDS Day, Legacy calls on the Houston community to join in reflection, solidarity, and renewed commitment to health equity. Together, we can honor the past, uplift the present, and shape a healthier future.

Legacy's World AIDS Day 2025 hosted by Ernie Manouse

Monday, December 1 | The DeLUXE Theater | Doors open 5:30 PM

Join us for an evening of remembrance and resilience as we recommit to ending HIV. Legacy has led this fight since the early 1980s, and our education, prevention, and treatment programs remain a cornerstone of our mission.

CEO Robert Palussek will deliver opening remarks, and Ray Purser, Legacy’s Head of Government Relations and Public Affairs, will lead a panel discussion with HIV experts. Free HIV testing, candlelight vigil, and light refreshments provided.

This event is FREE and open to the public. Register now: https://LegacyCommunityHealth.org/WAD

11/26/2025

Legacy Community Health, Legacy Pharmacies, and Wellness Bar by Legacy will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 for Thanksgiving.

Pediatric Walk-In:
Our pediatric walk-in clinic at Legacy Southwest (6441 High Star Drive, Houston, TX 77074) will be open on Friday, November 28 from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.

The Legacy Montrose and Southwest Clinics will resume normal hours on Saturday, November 29. Legacy Pharmacy - Montrose will be open from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

We wish all of you a wonderful holiday with family and friends!

Legacy Community Health, Farmacias Legacy y Wellness Bar by Legacy permanecerán cerrados el jueves 27 y el viernes 28 de noviembre por el Día de Acción de Gracias.

Atención pediátrica sin cita previa:
Nuestra clínica pediátrica sin cita previa en Legacy Southwest (6441 High Star Drive, Houston, TX 77074) estará abierta el viernes 28 de noviembre de 10:00 a. m. a 6:00 p. m.

Las clínicas Legacy Montrose y Southwest volverán a su horario habitual el sábado 29 de noviembre. Legacy Pharmacy - Montrose también estará abierta de 8:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m.

¡Les deseamos a todos unas felices fiestas en compañía de sus familiares y amigos!

11/21/2025

Legacy Montrose Clinic will close at 12:00 PM & Legacy Pharmacy will close at 3:30 PM this Saturday, November 22.

We will resume normal business hours on Monday, November 24. Thank you for your understanding!

La clínica Legacy Montrose cerrará a las 12:00 PM y la Farmacia Legacy cerrará a las 3:30 PM este sábado 22 de noviembre.

Volveremos a nuestro horario normal el lunes 24 de noviembre. ¡Gracias por su comprensión!

11/19/2025

Legacy's World AIDS Day 2025 hosted by Ernie Manouse

Monday, December 1 | The DeLUXE Theater | Doors open 5:30 PM

Join us for an evening of remembrance and resilience as we recommit to ending HIV. Legacy has led this fight since the early 1980s, and our education, prevention, and treatment programs remain a cornerstone of our mission.

CEO Robert Palussek will deliver opening remarks, and Ray Purser, Legacy’s Head of Government Relations and Public Affairs, will lead a panel discussion with HIV experts. Free HIV testing, candlelight vigil, and light refreshments provided.

This event is FREE and open to the public. Register now: https://LegacyCommunityHealth.org/WAD

11/11/2025

With Gratitude to Those Who Served

Every year, we observe Veterans Day to recognize those who have served our nation as part of our armed forces. We honor these individuals for their sacrifice and devotion, here at Legacy and across the country.

Featured here are a few of the many veterans who contribute to Legacy's mission:

Joseph Mayers, United States Army - "This day is a day to reflect on the current serving military members and the sacrifice their families make while a service member is away from home."

Melody Gray, United States Air Force - "As the daughter of a World War II Veteran, I felt so proud to serve my country. I joined the Air Force from 1983 and served overseas at RAF Bentwaters and Travis AFB in California as an Air Cargo Specialist until 1988. I achieved the rank of Sergeant and received the Meritorious Service Medal for Outstanding Noncombat Meritorious Service in 1987. I am a fierce advocate for Veteran's rights and protections and champion legislation and public support for veterans and their families."

Nelson Matute, Texas State Guard - "This day reminds me of the value of serving my community, the State of Texas and my country with purpose, dedication and selflessness, giving others the chance to be free."

Oliver Peralta, United States Army - "Veterans Day is important to me because it's a time to honor the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of those who've served in our armed forces. Their commitment to protecting our freedoms and way of life deserves our deepest respect and gratitude - not just today, butt every day."

Wanda Johnson, United States Army - "It was an honor to serve my country."

11/03/2025

How does HR go beyond strategy at Legacy?

Kimberly Love, VP of Human Resources, shares how her team acts as a solution partner—developing innovative hiring and training practices that empower staff and ultimately enhance frontline patient care.

Learn more! Visit: https://legacycommunityhealthjobs.org

10/28/2025

🧡 Need help finding benefit programs? We’ve got you covered!

Legacy Community Health is partnering with Emmanual Baptist Church to host a FREE Community Resource Fair and you’re invited!

📅 Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025

🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

📍 Location: Emmanual Baptist Church, 809 Northwood Street, Houston, TX, 77009

🎁 The first 100 attendees will receive a FREE gift, so come early!

We’ll have friendly staff on-site to help connect you to benefit programs and community resources that support your health, family, and future.

📲 Scan the QR code to register ahead of time!

📄 Want to know what documents to bring? Click the flyer to view!

Let’s build a stronger, healthier community together.

10/15/2025

🎉 AmistadesHTX Turns 5!

Last September, we celebrated five incredible years of AmistadesHTX, a community group founded by Legacy’s own Miguel Jacquez, HIV Navigation Specialist. What started as a small gathering has grown into a vibrant movement promoting sexual health, Latinx pride, and connection across Houston.

🩺 September was Sexual Health Awareness Month, and AmistadesHTX is here to remind you: Getting tested is self-care. It’s about protecting yourself, your loved ones, and your community.

Want to hear more about AmistadesHTX and Miguel’s journey? Check out these recent interviews:

📺 KPRC 2 Houston – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hE77MSvHXjo

📺 Univision Houston – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gb_V3S15sNY

👏 Huge thanks to KPRC 2 Houston, Univision Houston, and of course Miguel for leading with heart and creating a space where culture and care come together. And during Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re especially proud to celebrate the impact of Latinx voices in public health.

09/11/2025

📣 Big news for Houston families!

Legacy has officially opened two new school-based health clinics at YES Prep Hobby Elementary and YES Prep Hobby Secondary, bringing our total to 39 clinics across Greater Houston.

These clinics aren't just about convenience, they're about care that's built into the school day. Whether it's a routine checkup, a dental exam, a vaccine, or support for mental health, Legacy ensures that students receive the care they need to thrive in and out of the classroom.

Last year, our school-based health care program provided:

🩺 Over 76,000 appointments
👩‍⚕️ Care for nearly 15,000 students
💬 Services including primary care, behavioral health, dental, and more

As our CEO, Robert Palussek, shares in his latest blog, this expansion is part of a bigger mission: to open doors to health, build trust with families, and ensure every child has the opportunity to learn well by being well.

📖 Read Robert's full blog here: 👉 https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/opening-doors-to-health-legacys-expanding-school-based-health-care-program/

We're incredibly grateful to Stephanie Ramirez, Vice President of School-Based Health Clinics, the excellent YES Prep Public Schools staff, and our dedicated Legacy SBHC team for making this possible. Together, we're building a healthier Houston, one student at a time.