It’s no secret that Black people are on the wrong side of nearly every health statistic, including prostate and breast cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and many others.
Moreover, researchers have noted that Black people get less sleep as a whole and less quality sleep more specifically. This means that Black people are less prone to benefit from the natural healing and repair that takes place when asleep. Additionally, Black people suffer higher rates of negative stress, and that in and of itself is deadly. For, stress makes every disease and every biological and emotional issue all the worse.
That said, there may be no demographic group in the U.S. more in need of self-care. Whether in the form of emotional support, financial management assistance, physical therapy, etc., Black people need it all at least as much as any other demographic, and according to Black people negative health outcomes, even more so.
Here are some local organizations and institutions that provide some level of holistic relief and support.
People Taking Care of People
7445 McHard Rd Ste B
Houston, TX 77053
832-428-2196
People Taking Care of People is a Houston-based organization dedicated to providing support and assistance to individuals in need. Their services focus on promoting well-being and fostering a sense of community among those they serve.
With a mission centered on compassion and empathy, People Taking Care of People offers a range of programs and resources to address various challenges faced by its clients. Through its commitment to caring for others, it strives to make a positive impact on the lives of those in its care.
Shades of Blue Project
This organization is dedicated to helping women of color before, during, and after childbirth with community resources, mental health advocacy, treatment and support. SOBP’s vision is to change the way women are currently being diagnosed and treated after giving birth and experiencing any adverse maternal mental health outcome. The organization utilizes an Acknowledge, Respect, and Support method as the adaptable change agent for healthcare professionals and healthcare systems operations in their engagement with patients.
La Maison in Midtown
2800 Brazos St, Houston, TX 77006
713-529-3600
info@lamaisonmidtown.com
This Black women-owned bed and breakfast is a must-experience spot where you can escape to the city. Escape to La Maison in Midtown, an urban bed and breakfast owned and founded by Houston attorney Genora Boykins and her business partner Sharon Owens, the epitome of brilliant, boss women. They are also the founders of La Maison in Midtown, which is located in the heart of Houston.
Discover a peaceful, relaxing environment within walking distance of some of Houston’s finest restaurants and most lively entertainment venues. Our three-story haven built in 2010 offers seven luxurious guest rooms, each with its own unique décor, private bath and amenities.
- Enjoy complete privacy in your choice of our twin, queen and king guest rooms—or treat yourself to a full-size suite all wrapped in a beautiful private veranda.
- Savor a hearty full breakfast with Southern flare or continental breakfast each morning in our cozy French kitchen.
- Make yourself at home in our sumptuous parlor, living room, and dining area.
Whether you’re traveling on business or enjoying a getaway with friends and family, you’ll discover a wonderful treasure perfect for honeymoons too.
Counseling in Color
Dr. Jennifer Hatchett Stover, a licensed professional counselor, nationally certified counselor, certified school counselor, and registered yoga teacher, is here for the culture making sure Black people, especially youth, receive the mental health support needed for the ongoing traumas befalling Blacks. She founded Counseling in Color to do just that.
“What I wanted to create was counseling in a different or outside-the-norm capacity,” said Hatchett Stover. “I try to incorporate different types of healing practices that are authentic to a lot of cultures, specifically my culture and the African American community, and wanted it to be non-restrictive. Many times we go to counselors and we think about this therapy box. And I really wanted to reach communities and think outside the box. So, within my practice we do yoga, we incorporate other types of healing practices and spirituality. I didn’t want it to be this bland experience. So, that’s where color came from.”
