Galveston County TX

If you or a loved one are a veteran, contact the Galveston County Veterans Services Office at 409-766-2448 to learn more or schedule an appointment.

From assistance navigating Department of Veterans Affairs benefits and entitlements to connecting veterans with important local resources, the office is dedicated to standing beside our veteran community.

Last night, Galveston County Veterans Services Officer and Director of the Veterans Services Office Cassie Gibson hosted an informative Q&A session with veterans and their spouses in Lago Mar, providing valuable information and resources to those who have served.

Galveston County is transitioning to PaymentWorks for vendor onboarding and ACH payments. Vendors will receive an email with registration instructions.

Seniors put their Jedi skills to the test with word searches and crossword puzzles.. proving the brain is just as mighty as the lightsaber! This was no ordinary day, but one from a galaxy not so far away.

The Force was strong at the Senior Center for May the 4th Be With You! With visits from Obi-Wan Kenobi, Darth Vader and Yoda, the fun was truly out of this world.

It’s National Hurricane Preparedness Week — a reminder to prepare for the 2026 hurricane season, beginning June 1. County Judge Mark Henry joined Kemah Mayor Robin Collins and Clear Channel to unveil digital billboards featuring a countdown to the start of hurricane season.

We were honored to have seniors at Commissioners Court representing each of the county’s three centers. Their continued participation, energy and commitment to staying engaged truly reflect the spirit of Older Americans Month and the strength of our Galveston County community.

This year’s theme, Champion Your Health, reminds us how important it is to stay active, prioritize wellness and take steps each day to support healthy aging.

Each May, we observe Older Americans Month, a tradition established in 1963 to recognize the lasting contributions of older adults, highlight important aging trends and reaffirm Galveston County’s commitment to supporting our senior community.

The 2026 Mainland Heavy Trash Day was a huge success! Galveston County and the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office collected 160,000 lbs of trash and 1,447 tires from more than 350 vehicles.

Wayne Johnson Seniors had a dino-mite time exploring the Houston Museum of Natural Science in Sugar Land! From walking among towering dinosaurs to exploring the Hall of Technology and blasting off into space science, it was a day full of discovery.

April is National Safe Digging Month - call before you dig! Calling 811 before outdoor projects that require digging protects you and your property, prevents outages and costly repairs, and will help keep you safe.

Galveston County and the Galveston County Sheriff's Office are offering a FREE Heavy Trash Event on April 17th from 8am – 5pm and April 18th from 8am – 12pm. The event will take place at Bayshore Park located at 5437 FM 646, Bacliff, Texas.

Galveston County is hosting a FREE Tire Recycling Event May 4th – 8th, 2026 from 7am to 4pm at 11730 Hwy 6, Santa Fe, TX 77510. Must show proof that you are a Galveston County resident, MAX 8 tires per vehicle, no commercial or agricultural tires will be accepted.

Galveston County and the Galveston County Sheriff's Office are offering a FREE Heavy Trash Event on April 17th from 8am – 5pm and April 18th from 8am – 12pm. The event will take place at Bayshore Park located at 5437 FM 646, Bacliff, Texas.

Did you know that the county has a Transportation Enrichment Program? What is that, you might ask? If you are with an organization or group with senior citizens 55 years of age or older you can rent one of the county’s buses complete with a driver for your next trip.

Happy Easter!

Galveston County OEM & TDEM will test the emergency alert system on Thu, Apr 2, 10 AM–12:30 PM. This is only a test—no action needed.