At Austin Community College, your overall well-being is our top priority. The information below will help you find support for rent, food, housing, health care and other family or personal needs and can be sorted by county, keyword, or type of support.
These links are for the convenience of our community and do not represent sponsorship, endorsement, or approval of any agency or service. For assistance contact scprogram@austincc.edu.
Name | Description | Website | Phone | County |
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ACC's Resources for Child Care |
Help finding affordable child care, child care scholarships, and evening child care. |
Visit Website | 512-223-5200 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ACC's Student Advocacy Center |
SAC offers specialized assistance and referrals to students who would benefit from additional assistance to overcome challenges and complete their education. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
AISD Head Start |
Register 3-year-old children for tuition-free, full-day, AISD Head Start Pre-K3 Program. The program provides free breakfast, lunch, and a free snack every day. |
Visit Website | 512-414-4752 | Travis |
Austin After School Programs |
Find after school programs in area. |
Visit Website | Travis | |
Child Care |
Texas Child Care Availability Portal to search for child care and parent/family resources. Spanish resource: https://es-ecebizcoach.org/. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties Head Start |
Free childcare for low-income families, children 0-5. There is also a family advocate that can help direct families in need of resources once they are apart of the program. They provide all meals and diapers for early headstart children. |
Visit Website | Williamson, Burnet | |
Search Texas Child Care |
Search the official state of Texas child care database. Spanish resource: http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Espanol/default.asp |
Visit Website | 512-834-3426 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Texas Child Care Availability Portal |
Find available child care in Texas specific to needs. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Workforce Solutions Capital Area |
Child care services and resources for parents and providers. |
Visit Website | 512-549-4967 | Travis |
Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area |
Subsidized child care assistance available to families with low or moderate incomes. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson |
Name | Description | Website | Phone | County |
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ACC's Mental Health Counseling |
ACC students have access to individual counseling and mental health support through District Clinical Counseling: https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?AustinCC&layout_id=51 |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
ACC's Title IX - Sexual Misconduct Assistance |
Addressing concerns or inquiries regarding discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and gender-based harassment. |
Visit Website | 512-223-7964 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Affordable Counseling in Austin |
A comprehensive guide to affordable counseling in the Austin area. |
Visit Website | 512-729-5022 | Travis |
Austin Family Institute | Individual, couple, family, and group counseling. | Visit Website | 512-329-6611 | Travis |
Bluebonnet Trails Community Services | Income-based behavioral health and IDD services. | Visit Website | 844-309-6385 | Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Lee, Williamson |
Call Blackline |
Peer support and counseling for LGBTQ+ Black Femme Lens. |
Visit Website | 800-604-5841 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Capital Area Counseling |
Income-based fees for psychotherapy addressing any mental health situation. |
Visit Website | 512-302-1000 | Travis |
Hand to Hold |
Counseling for NICU parents looking to process their birth experience or seek treatment for possible perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. |
Visit Website | 855-424-6428 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Lifeworks | Community-based peer support counseling, shared psychiatric services, resolution counseling, and youth and adult counseling | Visit Website | 512-735-2100 | Travis |
Lone Star Circle of Care | Sliding scale mental health services. | Visit Website | 877-800-5722 | Williamson, Burnet, Travis, Bastrop |
SAFE Alliance |
Community-based peer support, counseling, shelter/housing, forensic nursing exams, and legal services, for those fleeing abuse and domestic/partner/family violence. Spanish resource: https://www.safeaustin.org/es/get-help/. |
Visit Website | Call: 512-267-7233 Text: 737-888-7233 | Travis |
Samaritan Center Healthy Community |
Free and low cost counseling for families or individuals who meet eligibility. Spanish resource: https://spanish.samaritan-center.org/ |
Visit Website | 512-451-7337 | Hays, Travis, Williamson |
St. Edward’s Community Counseling Clinic |
Low cost individual, relationship, and/or family counseling. |
Visit Website | 512-317-2416 | Travis |
The Christi Center |
Austin-based free resource offers individual and group support for any grieving person in Central Texas. Spanish resource: https://christicenter.org/apoyo-en-espanol/ |
Visit Website | 512-467-2600 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
The Mental Wellness Network |
Directory of low cost/free mental health service providers. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Travis | |
The Trevor Project |
Information and support to LGBTQIA+ young people 24/7 call or text 678-678. |
Visit Website | 866-488-7386 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Waterloo Counseling Center |
Provides individual, group and couples counseling for a sliding scale fee. Specializes in LBGTQ issues. |
Visit Website | 512-444-9922 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. Behavioral Health Services |
Youth Advocate Programs offers Behavioral Health support to children and adolescents (ages 3-20) in their homes and community. |
Visit Website | 512-394-7249 | Travis, Williamson |
YWCA Greater Austin |
Counseling and referral services. |
Visit Website | 512-326-1222 | Travis |
Name | Description | Website | Phone | County |
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ACC's Vaccine Clinics and Testing Services |
Upcoming vaccine clinics, vaccine information, and testing. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
AISD COVID-19 Information |
Austin Independent School District COVID-19 information including updates, vaccine, and testing information. |
Visit Website | Travis | |
Austin Asian Community Health Initiative |
COVID-19 resources in multiple Asian languages. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
COVID-19 Information | Covid-19 information: Spanish: http://www.austintexas.gov/covid19-sp and American Sign Language (ASL): http://atc.ahasalerts.com/ Vietnamese: http://www.austintexas.gov/covid19-vt- other languages available here http://www.austintexas.gov/covid19. | Visit Website | Travis | |
COVID-19 Vaccine Calendar | Calendar to help find a walk-in vaccine clinic. | Visit Website | Travis | |
FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance |
Up to $9,000 for loved ones of those who lost their lives to COVID-19. Spanish resource: https://www.fema.gov/es/disasters/coronavirus/funeral-assistance. |
Visit Website | 844-684-6333 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Mobile vaccine program for homebound residents | APH will visit the homes of homebound residents to vaccinate them along with their caregivers and any other members of their household who want a vaccine. Spanish resource: https://www.austintexas.gov/covid19-sp. | Visit Website | 512-974-2000 | Travis |
Testing and Vaccine Information | COVID-19 testing and vaccine information for Williamson County. | Visit Website | Williamson | |
Texas Homeowner Assistance |
Providing financial assistance to qualified Texas homeowners who have fallen behind on their mortgage, utility payments, and related expenses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Spanish resource: https://texashomeownerassistance.com/?es |
Visit Website | 833-651-3874 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
TRLA Mortgage Help During the COVID-19 Pandemic |
A guide to help with mortgage assistance options. Spanish resource: https://texas-riogrande-legal-aid.app.law/mitigacin-de-prdidas-hipotecas... |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Vaccine Clinics | Community COVID-19 vaccination clinics. | Visit Website | Travis | |
Vaccine Finder |
Search for vaccines available by zip code or text your zip code to 438829 (822862 for Spanish) to see where the vaccination sites closest to your neighborhood are located. Spanish resource: https://www.vacunas.gov |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Name | Description | Website | Phone | County |
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ACC's Dental Hygiene Services |
Patients 6 yrs and older can get heavily discounted dental hygiene care by students. |
Visit Website | 512-223-5710 | Travis |
Bluebonnet Trails Community Services |
Dental Healthcare including routine dental exams, cleanings, fillings, crowns, dentures as well as periodontal cleaning and treatment. |
Visit Website | 512-321-7137 | Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Lee, Williamson |
CommuniCare | Adult and children dental services for insured and uninsured. | Visit Website | 512-268-8900 | Hays |
CommUnityCare Clinics |
Walk-in primary care with 28 locations in Travis County and 1 in Bastrop. |
Visit Website | 512-978-9015 | Travis |
Lone Star Circle of Care | Affordable dental services for uninsured and underinsured. | Visit Website | 877-800-5722 | Williamson, Bastrop |
Manos de Cristo Dental Center | Dental services at a reduced fee for children and adults. | Visit Website | 512-477-2319 | Travis |
Name | Description | Website | Phone | County |
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ACC's Resources for Child Care |
Help finding affordable child care, child care scholarships, and evening child care. |
Visit Website | 512-223-5200 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
AISD Family Support Line |
Family support line available weekdays from 7am-5pm. |
512-414-9187 | Travis | |
AISD Head Start |
Register 3-year-old children for tuition-free, full-day, AISD Head Start Pre-K3 Program. The program provides free breakfast, lunch, and a free snack every day. |
Visit Website | 512-414-4752 | Travis |
Any Baby Can |
Programs and resources for parents |
Visit Website | 512-454-3743 | Travis |
Austin After School Programs |
Find after school programs in area. |
Visit Website | Travis | |
Austin Child Guidance Center |
Walk-in counseling sessions for children and parents. Spanish resource: https://sp.austinchildguidance.org/welcome.html |
Visit Website | 512-451-2242 | Travis |
Austin Diaper Bank | Search zip code to find diapers and other essential services through ConnectATX | Visit Website | 512-710-7232 | Travis, Williamson |
Aware Central Texas |
24/7 Hotline and more resources for those who have experienced violence and trauma in Central Texas. |
Visit Website | 254-813-0968 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
CHIP/Medicaid |
Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provide health coverage for low-income children, families, seniors and people with disabilities. Spanish resource: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/es |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Every Body Texas |
Find family planning providers, emergency contraception, sexual & reproductive healthcare information, and birth control. |
Visit Website | 512-448-4857 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) |
Fresh and locally grown fruits and vegetables for WIC participants. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson | |
FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance |
Up to $9,000 for loved ones of those who lost their lives to COVID-19. Spanish resource: https://www.fema.gov/es/disasters/coronavirus/funeral-assistance. |
Visit Website | 844-684-6333 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Hand to Hold |
Counseling for NICU parents looking to process their birth experience or seek treatment for possible perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. |
Visit Website | 855-424-6428 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Hays-Caldwell Women's Center |
Provides education, violence prevention services and crisis intervention to victims of family violence, dating violence, sexual assault and child abuse. |
Visit Website | 512-396-4357 | Hays, Caldwell |
Healthy Texas Women |
Women's health and family planning services at no cost to eligble women in Texas. Spanish resource: https://www.healthytexaswomen.org/es |
Visit Website | 2-1-1 or 877-541-7905 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Hill Country Community Ministries | Help with clothing, eye exams/glasses, diapers, and a job referral program with additional employment resources. | Visit Website | 512-259-0360 | Williamson |
Lone Star Family Market |
An easy way for WIC participants to get WIC approved groceries. |
Visit Website | Travis, Williamson, Hays | |
Maternal Mental Health Hotline |
The hotline is accessible by phone or text at 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS (1-833-943-5746) in English and Spanish. |
Visit Website | 833-943-5746 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Neighborhood Centers |
Food assistance to help low and moderate-income families along with basic needs services. |
Visit Website | 311 | Travis |
Neighborhood Centers |
Rent and utilities assistance along with other basic needs services. |
Visit Website | 512-972-5780 | Travis |
Neighborhood Centers |
Baby formula available at no cost. For details, contact the closest center. |
Visit Website | 311 | Travis |
Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties Head Start |
Free childcare for low-income families, children 0-5. There is also a family advocate that can help direct families in need of resources once they are apart of the program. They provide all meals and diapers for early headstart children. |
Visit Website | Williamson, Burnet | |
T-Mobile Project 10Million |
Project 10Million offers free 100GBs/year of data, free mobile hotspots, and access to low-cost laptops and tablets, to K-12 eligible students participating in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). Spanish resource: https://es.t-mobile.com/brand/project-10-million?icid=TFB_TMO_P_20TENMM_... |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Women Infants and Children (WIC) |
A benefits program for pregnant women or mothers of young children that provides healthy food, counseling, nutritionist, and other support. Spanish resource: https://texaswic.org/es/quienes-somos. |
Visit Website | 800-942-3678 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson |
Name | Description | Website | Phone | County |
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ACC's Financial Aid |
Financial aid can help pay for college. Most students and families are eligible for some type of financial aid – from grants, scholarships, loans, or work-study. |
Visit Website | 512-223-4636 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ACC's Money Management |
The Student Money Management Office helps students manage their money by providing tips, tools, workshops, programs, and financial coaching. |
Visit Website | 512 223-9331 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ACC's Personalized Financial Guidance |
Any ACC student can receive free virtual financial coaching and help with FAFSA preparation. |
Visit Website | 512 223-9331 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ACC's Scholarships |
The ACC Foundation offers hundreds of scholarships. You only need to submit one application to be considered. Visit the ACCelerators to speak with a Strategic Programs Specialist for help with the scholarship application. Apply at: austincc.academicworks.com/ |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
ACC's Student Advocacy Center Textbook Collection |
Borrow textbooks for the semester through the Student Advocacy Center. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
ACC's Student Emergency Fund |
Helps pay for unexpected expenses such as: housing and living expenses, car repairs or transportation issues, child care, family emergencies, natural disasters, unanticipated loss of employment, tuition payment plan assistance. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Catholic Charities of Central Texas |
Short-term financial assistance including rent, mortgage, and utility bills. |
Visit Website | 512-651-6100 | Travis |
Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program | Assistance with energy costs for low-income residents. | Visit Website | Caldwell, Hays, Blanco | |
Dripping Springs Helping Hands |
Food pantry and financial assistance. |
Visit Website | 512-820-0476 | Hays |
Hill Country Community Ministries | Financial assistance and help paying rent or utilities. | Visit Website | 512-259-0360 | Williamson |
Neighborhood Centers |
Rent and utilities assistance along with other basic needs services. |
Visit Website | 512-972-5780 | Travis |
Operation Homefront |
Financial assistance for active duty, deployed, wounded, ill, or an injured service member or veteran with a service-connected wound, illness, or injury. |
Visit Website | 877-264-3968 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties | Assistance with energy costs for low-income residents. Spanish resource: https://www.owbc-tx.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/2021-CS-APPLICATION-S.... | Visit Website | 512-763-1400 | Williamson, Burnet |
Prosper Centers |
Financial coaching offered to help with financial goals. |
Visit Website | 737-717-4000 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Round Rock Area Serving Center | Rent/utility assistance for southern Williamson County. | Visit Website | 512-244-2431 | Williamson |
Salvation Army Williamson County Service Center |
Financial assistance with rent and utilities. |
Visit Website | 512-943-8421 | Williamson |
Texas Homeowner Assistance |
Providing financial assistance to qualified Texas homeowners who have fallen behind on their mortgage, utility payments, and related expenses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Spanish resource: https://texashomeownerassistance.com/?es |
Visit Website | 833-651-3874 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
The Caring Place | Rent/utility assistance. | Visit Website | 512-943-0700 | Williamson |
Trans Lifeline |
Trans Lifeline is run by and for trans people and offers a hotline and microgrants. Spanish resource:https://translifeline.org/quienes-somos/?lang=es |
Visit Website | 877-565-8860 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Travis County Burial Service | Provides assistance for those individuals and families who have no resources to cover the cost of a burial or cremation. | Visit Website | 512-854-1440 | Travis |
Travis County Community Centers | Rent, utilities, and mortgage payment assistance with centers in Austin, Del Valle, Manor, Jonestown, Oak Hill, and Pflugerville. | Visit Website | Travis |
Name | Description | Website | Phone | County |
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2-1-1 Texas | Search for food and other essential resources for any zip code in the state. | Visit Website | 211 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson |
ACC's Food Access Calendar | Find scheduled community food distributions on our google calendar. Changes occur frequently, so please call resource to confirm when possible. | Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson | |
ACC's Student Life |
Student Life maintains small food pantries on each campus that are free and available to all ACC students along with providing access to other community resources. |
Visit Website | 512-223-3114 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Angel House | Soup kitchen that serves hot meals daily for anyone. | Visit Website | 512-643-2327 | Travis |
Angie's Discount Grocery | A discount grocery store in Round Rock. | Visit Website | 512-502-5286 | Williamson |
Caldwell County Food Pantry | Receive a basket of food per month and daily fresh produce. | Visit Website | 512-376-6661 | Caldwell |
Central Texas Food Bank (CTFB) |
Monthly downloadable food access calendars and a search by zip code feature. |
Visit Website | 512-684-2559 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson |
ConnectATX | Updated food access and other resources, searchable by zip code. | Visit Website | 833-512-2289 | Travis |
Double Up Food Bucks |
Sustainable Food Center (https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/programs/double-up-food-bucks) matches SNAP, WIC and FMNP (up to $30) to buy produce at SFC (https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/programs/sfc-farmers-market) and Texas farmers markets (https://texasfarmersmarket.org/food-access-programs/) and Farmshare Mobile Markets (https://www.farmshareaustin.org/mobile-markets). Spanish resource: https://www.espanol.sustainablefoodcenter.org/programas/double-up-food-b... AND https://doubleuptexas.org/es/ |
Visit Website | Travis | |
Dripping Springs Helping Hands |
Food pantry and financial assistance. |
Visit Website | 512-820-0476 | Hays |
El Buen Samaritano | Drive-thru food pantry with automatic qualification for assistance with SNAP, TANF, or Medicaid. | Visit Website | 512-439-8900 | Travis |
Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) |
Fresh and locally grown fruits and vegetables for WIC participants. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson | |
Farmshare Mobile Markets | Low-cost weekly fresh produce and groceries market that accepts SNAP. | Visit Website | 512-337-2211 | Travis |
Free Food | A limited wiki-style list of food pantries across Texas. | Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson | |
Fresh Food For All |
Fresh produce, eggs, bread and more distributed to anyone throughout the area. Monthly distributions at ACC's San Gabriel and Cypress Creek campuses. |
Visit Website | 512-259-0360 | Williamson |
Hays County Food Bank |
Regular weekly grocery distributions in Hays county for those with limited or disrupted incomes. |
Visit Website | 512-392-8300 | Hays |
Home Delivery Program |
Participants enrolled in the program will receive a monthly box of shelf stable groceries, delivered in a contactless method directly to their home. All groceries and delivery are free of charge. |
Visit Website | 512-972-6740 | Travis, Williamson |
Lone Star Family Market |
An easy way for WIC participants to get WIC approved groceries. |
Visit Website | Travis, Williamson, Hays | |
Neighborhood Centers |
Baby formula available at no cost. For details, contact the closest center. |
Visit Website | 311 | Travis |
Neighborhood Centers |
Food assistance to help low and moderate-income families along with basic needs services. |
Visit Website | 311 | Travis |
Operation Liberty Hill | Food pantry services for residents of the Liberty Hill Independent School District. | Visit Website | 512-778-5077 | Williamson |
Round Rock Area Serving Center | Food staples, fresh produce (from 30+ gardens) and more. | Visit Website | 512-244-2431 | Williamson |
SNAP - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program | Assists low-income families purchase food at grocery stores. College Student’s Guide to Accessing SNAP (https://everytexan.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/SNAP-1PG.pdf). Spanish resource: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/es. | Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson | |
Southside Community Center |
Serving healthy dinner everyday to anybody needing a meal. |
Visit Website | 512-392-6694 | Hays |
Texas Simplified Application Project (TSAP) for SNAP Food Benefits |
TSAP provides a simplified option for SNAP food benefits to Texas households where all household members are either older adults (age 60 and older) or people with disabilities. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
The Caring Place | Supplemental groceries and fresh food with no documentation required. | Visit Website | 512-943-0700 | Williamson |
Travis County Community Centers | Food pantry appointments at centers in Austin, Del Valle, Manor, Jonestown, Oak HIll and Pflugerville. Spanish resource: https://www.traviscountytx.gov/health-human-services/community-centers#g.... | Visit Website | Travis | |
USDA National Hunger Hotline | Find food resources by calling 1-866-3-HUNGRY OR 1-877-8-HAMBRE OR text "97779" | Visit Website | 866-348-6479 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson |
Westover Helps |
Bags of food, basic supplies, and diapers. |
Visit Website | 512-345-6386 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson |
Wimberley Crisis Bread Basket | Food distributions, check website or call for info. | Visit Website | 512-847-5323 | Hays |
Women Infants and Children (WIC) |
A benefits program for pregnant women or mothers of young children that provides healthy food, counseling, nutritionist, and other support. Spanish resource: https://texaswic.org/es/quienes-somos. |
Visit Website | 800-942-3678 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson |
Name | Description | Website | Phone | County |
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Bluebonnet Trails Community Services |
Medical and dental healthcare services. |
Visit Website | 512-321-7137 | Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Lee, Williamson |
CHIP, Medicaid, WIC & more |
Health benefits through a variety of state programs. Spanish resource: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/es/servicios |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
CHIP/Medicaid |
Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provide health coverage for low-income children, families, seniors and people with disabilities. Spanish resource: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/es |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
County Indigent Health Care Program |
The County Indigent Health Care Program helps low-income Texas residents who don’t qualify for other state or federal health care programs have access to health care services. Spanish resource: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/es/servicios/salud/programa-del-condado-de-ate... |
Visit Website | 800-222-3986, Ext. 6467 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Every Texan Guide to Health Insurance Coverage |
A guide for young adults for accessing health and food resources in Texas. Spanish Resource: https://everytexan.org/en-espanol/ |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Hays County Indigent Health Care Program |
Health coverage for people living in Hays county who are ineligible for Medicaid and meet income requirements. |
Visit Website | 512-393-5520 | Hays |
Health Alliance for Austin Musicians |
Provides access to affordable healthcare for Austin’s working musicians. |
Visit Website | 512-541-4226 | Travis |
HealthCare.gov |
Get health coverage during the annual enrollment period or after a life change like losing a job, marriage, or birth. Spanish resource: https://www.cuidadodesalud.gov/es/get-coverage/ |
Visit Website | 800-318-2596 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Healthy Texas Women |
Women's health and family planning services at no cost to eligble women in Texas. Spanish resource: https://www.healthytexaswomen.org/es |
Visit Website | 2-1-1 or 877-541-7905 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Insure-A-Kid |
Receive assistance applying for low-cost health insurance through Medicaid and CHIP (Children's health insurance). Spanish resource: https://www.dellchildrens.net/espanol/ |
Visit Website | 512-324-0000 ext. 86703 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Lone Star Circle of Care |
Lone Star Circle of Care can help find health coverage for those who don't have it through their job, Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, or another source that provides qualifying coverage. |
Visit Website | 877-800-5722 | Williamson, Burnet, Travis, Bastrop |
Medical Access Program (MAP) |
MAP provides health care coverage for Travis County residents with low income, who are not eligible for or enrolled in Medicaid or Medicare and do not have private insurance. Spanish resource: https://www.centralhealth.net/es/map/ |
Visit Website | 512-979-8130 | Travis |
Patient Assistance Programs for Rx Drugs in Texas |
Savings on medications for all Texans. |
Visit Website | 855-469-8979 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Prescription Hope |
Save money on expensive medications. |
Visit Website | 877-296-4673 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Project Access |
Medical care for low-income, uninsured Travis County residents. Spanish resource: http://projectaccessaustin.org/espanol/ |
Visit Website | 512-206-1164 | Travis |
Prosper Health Coverage |
Help with finding, enrolling in, and using health coverage. |
Visit Website | 512-381-4520 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
True Heart Hospice |
Can assist in applying for Texas Medicaid, any financial and assistance applications, wills, trusts surrogates, MOST forms, end of life planning including funeral arrangements. |
Visit Website | 512-649-2274 | Travis |
Williamson County Indigent Health Care Program (WilCo Care) |
Healthcare Helpline for uninsured who may qualify for a medical program or low cost primary care in Williamson County. |
Visit Website | 512-248-3252 | Williamson |
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Austin ECHO |
ECHO (Ending Community Homelessness Coalition) offers assessments and housing options for people experiencing homelessness. Spanish resource: https://www.austinecho.org/get-help/recursos-en-espanol/ |
Visit Website | Travis | |
Austin Public Library: Social Services |
The Social Services tab has a list of shelter sites and affordable housing resources. |
Visit Website | Travis | |
Austin Shelter for Women and Children |
Temporary shelter with support services for women. |
Visit Website | 512-933-0600 | Travis |
Best Single Source Plus (BSS+) Reference Sheet |
The phone numbers on the sheet are intake numbers. LifeWorks, Goodwill or Catholic Charities might be the best agencies for students to contact. Spanish resource: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZmwZab5M1r5LHwIrC8VJAS1tGko96g04/view?u... |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Community First! Village |
Permanent and supportive housing community for people coming out of homelessness. |
Visit Website | 512-328-7299 | Travis |
Emergency Shelter and Transitional Living Programs |
Housing and homelessness programs with basic needs support for ages 18-26. |
Visit Website | 512-735-2100 | Travis |
Front Steps |
Basic needs services and resources. |
Visit Website | 512-696-1484 | Travis |
LifeWorks Housing |
LifeWorks offers short- and longer-term housing and support for youth experiencing housing instability along with programming to assist young adults in living independently and self sufficiently. |
Visit Website | 512-735-2100 | Travis |
Mobile Loaves and Fishes | Meal truck deliveries for anyone experiencing homelessness. | Visit Website | 512-328-7299 | Travis |
Posada Esperanza |
Temporary shelter, transitional housing, support for immigrants and refugees. |
Visit Website | 512-385-5571 | Travis |
Rapid Rehousing Program | Homeless prevention and shelter resources including helping people with the initial expenses needed to get into a new home. | Visit Website | 512-281-4180 | Bastrop, Lee |
Rathgeber Center for Families |
Temporary shelter for families experiencing homelessness. |
Visit Website | 737-256-6926 | Travis |
Salvation Army Shelter |
Low barrier emergency shelter for single men and women experiencing homelessness. |
Visit Website | 512-476-1111 | Travis |
Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center |
A starting point for homelessness in Austin offering whole person care services. |
Visit Website | 512-522-1097 | Travis |
The Other Ones Foundation (TOOF) | Day Shelter, low barrier employment, basic needs. | Visit Website | 512-568-7557 | Travis |
Trinity Center |
Resources for homeless including food, financial assistance, hygiene, bus passes and more. |
Visit Website | Travis | |
Violet KeepSafe Storage (VKS) Program | The VKS Program provides individuals experiencing homelessness a safe and secure place to store their belongings. | Visit Website | 512-974-4879 | Travis |
Name | Description | Website | Phone | County |
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Accessible Housing Austin! |
Accessible Housing Austin! provides housing to members of the disability community to ensure that housing is accessible, affordable, and integrated. |
Visit Website | 512-640-7781 | Travis |
AffordableHousing.com |
Find affordable housing properties. |
Visit Website | 561-416-5255 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Austin Affordable Housing Map |
A searchable map that asks for income and number of people in household to help find affordable housing. Spanish resource: https://www.atxaffordablehousing.net/index_spanish.html |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Austin ECHO |
ECHO (Ending Community Homelessness Coalition) offers assessments and housing options for people experiencing homelessness. Spanish resource: https://www.austinecho.org/get-help/recursos-en-espanol/ |
Visit Website | Travis | |
Austin Tenants Council |
Free counseling to assist with rental housing concerns and disputes. Spanish resource: https://www.housing-rights.org/inicio-1. |
Visit Website | 512-474-1961 | Travis, Williamson |
BASTA Tenant Resources |
Eviction resources and tenant rights. Spanish resource: https://www.bastaaustin.org/es/inicio/ |
Visit Website | Travis | |
Best Single Source Plus (BSS+) Reference Sheet |
The phone numbers on the sheet are intake numbers. LifeWorks, Goodwill or Catholic Charities might be the best agencies for students to contact. Spanish resource: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZmwZab5M1r5LHwIrC8VJAS1tGko96g04/view?u... |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
College Houses (cooperatives) |
Affordable student housing near UT Austin and Austin Community College. |
Visit Website | 512-476-5678 | Travis |
Eviction Solidarity Network | Eviction resources, tenants rights and solidarity. Spanish resource: https://evictionisnotacure.com/es/inicio/. | Visit Website | 512-348-7920 | Travis |
Foundation Communities Housing |
Affordable housing opportunities for low to moderate-income individuals and families. |
Visit Website | 512-610-4010 | Travis, Williamson |
Housing Authority of the City of Austin Resources |
Find information on housing and how to apply for public and section 8 housing. |
Visit Website | 512-477-4488 | Travis |
LifeWorks Housing |
LifeWorks offers short- and longer-term housing and support for youth experiencing housing instability along with programming to assist young adults in living independently and self sufficiently. |
Visit Website | 512-735-2100 | Travis |
Low-income Housing Map (Austin) |
A map showing low-income/income-restricted housing in Austin. |
Visit Website | Travis | |
Support Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) |
Short term, rapid rehousing assistance to very low-income veteran families to obtain stable permanent housing. |
Visit Website | 512-305-4100 | Travis |
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) |
Civil legal services and housing resources, such as, appealing an eviction. Spanish resource: https://www.trla.org/ayuda |
Visit Website | 956-447-4800 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Transitional Living Services Division |
The Housing Program provides information to help youth (18-24) transitioning from foster care to successful adulthood, including housing and rental assistance options. Spanish resource: http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Espanol/default.asp |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Name | Description | Website | Phone | County |
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ACC's Career Services |
Job search assistance, career guidance and programs, community resources, and more. |
Visit Website | 512-223-0399 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ACC's Financial Aid |
Financial aid can help pay for college. Most students and families are eligible for some type of financial aid – from grants, scholarships, loans, or work-study. |
Visit Website | 512-223-4636 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ACC's Money Management |
The Student Money Management Office helps students manage their money by providing tips, tools, workshops, programs, and financial coaching. |
Visit Website | 512 223-9331 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ACC's Scholarships |
The ACC Foundation offers hundreds of scholarships. You only need to submit one application to be considered. Visit the ACCelerators to speak with a Strategic Programs Specialist for help with the scholarship application. Apply at: austincc.academicworks.com/ |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
ACC's TRIO Student Support Services |
A program that provides scholarship opportunities, personal support, career support, mentoring and tutoring support services. |
Visit Website | 512-766-9234 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ACC's Work Study |
The College Work-Study Program provides eligible ACC students with the opportunity to work part-time in a community service position or a field related to their area of study. |
Visit Website | 512-223-4636 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Austin Chamber Job Board | Up-to-date lists of available job opportunities in Austin by company. | Visit Website | Travis | |
Austin Employment Assistance Centers |
The City's Human Resources Department offers members of the community employment assistance at several locations across the city. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Easterseals |
Job opportunities for people living with disabilities. |
Visit Website | 512-615-6800 | Travis |
Get Your Refund |
Tax filing help and stimulus check assistance. Spanish resource: https://www.getyourrefund.org/es. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
MyFreeTaxes |
Online self-preparation software for tax returns with less than $62,000 of income. |
Visit Website | 866-698-9435 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
PowerPay |
Debt reduction tool to help people pay off their debts. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Prosper Centers |
Tax services for anyone able to travel to Austin. |
Visit Website | 512-610-7374 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Skillpoint Alliance |
Free fast training programs in a skilled trade. |
Visit Website | 512-323-6773 | Travis, Williamson, Hays |
Texas Workforce Commision | Information regarding how to apply for unemployment income for those who have lost work. Also has other workforce resources such as job opportunities listed. Spanish resource: https://www.twc.texas.gov/informacion-en-espanol. | Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson | |
Unemployment Claim Help | A handout that answers FAQs if one must claim unemployment. | Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson | |
Vocational Rehabilitation Services |
Supports people with disabilities to prepare for, obtain, maintain and advance in meaningful employment by providing a range of services based on an individual’s employment goals. Spanish resource: https://www.twc.texas.gov/informacion-en-espanol |
Visit Website | 512-936-6400 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Wilco Free Tax Prep | Income tax preparation for households earning $54,000 or less. | Visit Website | Williamson | |
Workforce Solutions Capital Area | Job search assistance and employment-related services. | Visit Website | Travis | |
Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area | Job search assistance and employment-related services. | Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson | |
Your Texas Benefits |
Information and enrollment for ongoing financial assistance for groceries, health care, essential needs, and support for pregnant women/mothers. Spanish resource: https://www.yourtexasbenefits.com/Learn/Home?lang=es_ES. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
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ACC's District Police and Victim Assistance |
Provides assistance with reporting crimes and more. |
Visit Website | 512-223-1231 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ACC's Prohibition of Discrimination & Harassment |
ACC Administrative Rules (policies) and resources that guide the Equal Opportunity Compliance Office in addressing discrimination and harassment matters. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
ACC's Title IX - Sexual Misconduct Assistance |
Addressing concerns or inquiries regarding discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and gender-based harassment. |
Visit Website | 512-223-7964 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
American Gateways | Immigration legal services at no or low cost. | Visit Website | 512-478-0546 ext. 200 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson |
Austin Tenants Council |
Free counseling to assist with rental housing concerns and disputes. Spanish resource: https://www.housing-rights.org/inicio-1. |
Visit Website | 512-474-1961 | Travis, Williamson |
Disability Rights Texas |
Legal help for persons with a disability that are experiencing a legal problem or are having difficulty obtaining disability services. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Lawyer Referral Service of Central Texas |
Assistance finding qualified lawyers, legal resources and community services. Spanish resource: https://austinlrs.com/en-espanol/ |
Visit Website | 866-303-8303 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Principles of Participatory Defense Program |
Equipping people with the tools needed to represent themselves and/or family members, assist attorneys when needed, understand basic court procedures and impact the outcome of their cases. Intake form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZPhO29tLFq0YlodwTi7IKmtA-DImsgkRAwmVmdmXEpVIn-Q/viewform |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services |
Provides free and low-cost legal services to underserved immigrant children, families, and refugees. Spanish resource: https://www.raicestexas.org/es/ |
Visit Website | 800-437-3071 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Refugee Services of Texas (RST) |
Providing assistance to refugees and other displaced persons fleeing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. |
Visit Website | 214-821-4422 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
SAFE Alliance |
Community-based peer support, counseling, shelter/housing, forensic nursing exams, and legal services, for those fleeing abuse and domestic/partner/family violence. Spanish resource: https://www.safeaustin.org/es/get-help/. |
Visit Website | Call: 512-267-7233 Text: 737-888-7233 | Travis |
State Bar of Texas Lawyer Referral Service |
Online lawyer referral service with an initial 30 minute consultation that will cost no more than $20. |
Visit Website | 800-252-9690 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Texas Advocacy Project |
Free legal services for people experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Spanish resource: https://www.texasadvocacyproject.org/en-espanol |
Visit Website | 800-374-4673 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Texas LawHelp.org |
Legal information and court forms for a slew of issues, includes immigration info/rights. Spanish resource: https://texaslawhelp.org/es. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Texas Legal Services Center |
TLSC's legal advice, education, and representation are provided at no cost. Spanish resource: https://www.tlsc.org/help?lang=es |
Visit Website | 888-343-4414 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) |
Civil legal services and housing resources, such as, appealing an eviction. Spanish resource: https://www.trla.org/ayuda |
Visit Website | 956-447-4800 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Trans Lifeline |
Trans Lifeline is run by and for trans people and offers a hotline and microgrants. Spanish resource:https://translifeline.org/quienes-somos/?lang=es |
Visit Website | 877-565-8860 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Travis County Law Library & Self-Help Center | Resources for Travis county regarding housing, eviction, lawyers, and more. | Visit Website | 512-854-8677 | Travis |
TRLA Mortgage Help During the COVID-19 Pandemic |
A guide to help with mortgage assistance options. Spanish resource: https://texas-riogrande-legal-aid.app.law/mitigacin-de-prdidas-hipotecas... |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Volunteer Legal Services | Provides help to individuals and families for legal matters. Spanish resource: http://www.vlsoct.org/get-help/obtenga-ayuda/. | Visit Website | 512-476-5550 | Travis |
Workers Defense Project |
Helps low-wage workers directly address serious workplace problems through legal services and direct action. Spanish resource: https://workersdefense.org/es/ |
Visit Website | 512-391-2305 | Travis |
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ACC's Drug and Alcohol Use Resources & Support |
ACC offers programs and activities to help understand the risks of substance abuse as well as community support resources: https://www.austincc.edu/about-acc/drug-free-schools-and-college-prevention-program/community-support-services |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
ACC's STI and HIV Testing |
Each semester Student Life brings Vivent Health to ACC campuses to provide free STI and HIV testing to ACC students. Visit your campus Student Life Office for testing times and dates. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
AIDS Services of Austin | Free STI/HIV testing, primary care, sexual wellness, and behavioral health services. | Visit Website | 512-458-2437 | Travis, Bastrop, Caldwell, Hays, Williamson |
Austin Drug & Alcohol Abuse Program |
Rehab center for people experiencing drug and alcohol addictions. |
Visit Website | 512-454-8180 | Travis |
Austin Public Health Immunizations | Provides low-cost to free immunizations for adults and children. | Visit Website | 512-972-5520 | Travis |
Bae-B-Safe |
BAE-B-SAFE helps students prevent unplanned pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. Students are also connected to healthcare providers in their community. |
Visit Website | 210-646-1584 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Bluebonnet Trails Community Services |
Medical care and preventative care focusing on overall wellbeing including general medical services, pediatric care and women’s wellness. |
Visit Website | 512-321-7137 | Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Lee, Williamson |
CommuniCare | Medical care for insured and uninsured. | Visit Website | 512-268-8900 | Hays |
CommUnityCare Clinics |
Walk-in primary care with 28 locations in Travis County and 1 in Bastrop. |
Visit Website | 512-978-9015 | Travis |
El Buen Samaritano | Health equity model with promotoras, bilingual staff. | Visit Website | 512-439-8900 | Travis |
Every Body Texas |
Find family planning providers, emergency contraception, sexual & reproductive healthcare information, and birth control. |
Visit Website | 512-448-4857 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Get Up Project | Primary care facility serving uninsured or underinsured. | Visit Website | 512-766-9979 | Travis |
Hope Medical Clinic |
A primary care facility serving the needs of any person with limited access to medical resources in the Austin area. |
Visit Website | 512-766-9979 | Travis |
Kind Clinic |
Free access to sexual health services. Spanish resource: https://kindclinic.org/es/services-offered-kind-clinic/ |
Visit Website | 833-937-5463 | Travis |
Neighborhood Centers |
Free health screenings and STI testing. For details, contact the nearest center. |
Visit Website | 311 | Travis |
People’s Community Clinic |
Sliding scale healthcare for uninsured and underinsured. |
Visit Website | 512-478-4939 | Travis |
Sacred Heart Clinic | Clinic services for uninsured or underinsured who qualify financially. | Visit Website | 512-716-3929 | Williamson |
Samaritan Health | A clinic for uninsured patients that provides medical, dental, pharmaceutical, women's health, and mental health services. | Visit Website | 512-331-5828 | Travis, Williamson |
Volunteer Healthcare Clinic |
Clinic services for uninsured, who qualify financially. |
Visit Website | 512-459-6002 | Travis |
Name | Description | Website | Phone | County |
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1in6 |
24-hour helpline chat for male victims of sexual abuse or assault. |
Visit Website | 800-656-4673 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ACC's Drug and Alcohol Use Resources & Support |
ACC offers programs and activities to help understand the risks of substance abuse as well as community support resources: https://www.austincc.edu/about-acc/drug-free-schools-and-college-prevention-program/community-support-services |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
ACC's LGBT eQuity |
Offering support resources for LGBTQIA+ community. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
ACC's Mental Health Counseling |
ACC students have access to individual counseling and mental health support through District Clinical Counseling: https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?AustinCC&layout_id=51 |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Asian Family Support Services of Austin |
AFSSA supports survivors of domestic violence & sexual assault with free, confidential services. |
Visit Website | 877-281-8371 | Travis |
Austin Drug & Alcohol Abuse Program |
Rehab center for people experiencing drug and alcohol addictions. |
Visit Website | 512-454-8180 | Travis |
Aware Central Texas |
24/7 Hotline and more resources for those who have experienced violence and trauma in Central Texas. |
Visit Website | 254-813-0968 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Bluebonnet Trails Community Services Hotline |
Hotline provides access to trained call-takers 24/7. |
Visit Website | 800-841-1255 | Williamson, Caldwell, Lee, Bastrop |
Call Blackline |
Peer support and counseling for LGBTQ+ Black Femme Lens. |
Visit Website | 800-604-5841 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
College Mental Health and Wellness |
Text ‘start’ to 741-741 or call 1-800-273-TALK |
Visit Website | 800-273-8255 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line |
24/7 free support line. Spanish resource: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/es. |
Visit Website | 833-986-1919 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Crisis Text Line |
Text HOME 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor. Free 24/7 support. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
DESI LGBTQ+ Helpline for South Asians |
Support for South Asian LGBTQIA+ |
Visit Website | 908-367-3374 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Disaster Distress Helpline |
Free, 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. Spanish resource: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline/espanol |
Visit Website | 800-985-5990 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Hays-Caldwell Women's Center |
Provides education, violence prevention services and crisis intervention to victims of family violence, dating violence, sexual assault and child abuse. |
Visit Website | 512-396-4357 | Hays, Caldwell |
Hill Country MHDD Center |
Services for adult and child behavioral health, intellectual developmental disability, substance abuse, crisis care, and justice involved services. |
Visit Website | 877-466-0660 | Hays |
HOPE Alliance |
Resource center and emergency shelter for those affected by family and sexual violence. |
Visit Website | 800-460-7233 | Williamson |
Integral Care |
Supporting adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities in Travis County. Spanish resource: https://integralcare.org/es/home-2/ |
Visit Website | 512-472-4357 | Travis |
Integral Care Adult Services |
Helps adults living with mental illness and substance use disorder rebuild and maintain their mental and physical health. Spanish resource: https://integralcare.org/es/home-2/ |
Visit Website | 512-472-4357 | Travis |
LGBT National Help Center |
Hotlines and peer support with local resources. |
Visit Website | 888-843-4564 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
love is respect |
24/7 information, support, and advocacy to young people between the ages of 13 and 26 who have questions or concerns about their romantic relationships. Call, chat online, or text "loveis" to 22522. Spanish resource: https://espanol.loveisrespect.org/ |
Visit Website | 866-331-9474 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Maternal Mental Health Hotline |
The hotline is accessible by phone or text at 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS (1-833-943-5746) in English and Spanish. |
Visit Website | 833-943-5746 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Mental Health America Warm Line |
Warmlines offered M-F 1pm-5pm along with information, resources, and a free and confidential mental health screening. |
Visit Website | 817-546-7826 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Mental Health and Substance Use Resources |
Several programs for anyone who experiences mental health or behavioral health issues across Texas. Spanish resource: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/es. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
NAMI: Identity and Cultural Dimensions |
Mental health resources tailored to individuals' identity, culture and lived experience. Spanish resource: https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Identity-and-Cultural-Dimensions/Hispanic-Latinx/La-salud-mental-en-la-comunidad-latina |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Central Texas | 24/7 access to immediate assessments, referral resources, and crisis intervention. Helpline Resource Directory: https://www.nami.org/NAMI/media/NAMI-Media/Images/FactSheets/NAMINationa.... | Visit Website | AT&T Access | Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell |
National Domestic Violence Hotline |
24/7 free confidential domestic violence support. Call, live chat online, or text “start” to 88788. Spanish resource: https://espanol.thehotline.org/ |
Visit Website | 800-799-7233 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline |
Suicide prevention network available 24/7 to anyone in crisis. Spanish resource: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/help-yourself/en-espanol/. |
Visit Website | English: 800-273-8255 Spanish: 888-628-9454 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
RAINN - National Sexual Assault Hotline |
24/7 free confidential sexual assault helpline with programs that prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice. Call or chat online. Spanish resource: https://www.rainn.org/es |
Visit Website | 800-656-4673 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
SAMHSA Warm Line |
24/7 support when you just need to speak with someone via phone and via text message: 435748 (HELP4U). Spanish resource: https://www.samhsa.gov/linea-nacional-ayuda |
Visit Website | 800-662-4357 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Texas Association Against Sexual Assault |
TAASA focuses on ending sexual violence in Texas through education, prevention and advocacy. Spanish resource: https://taasa.org/es/inicio/ |
Visit Website | 512-747-7190 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
The Trevor Project |
Information and support to LGBTQIA+ young people 24/7 call or text 678-678. |
Visit Website | 866-488-7386 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Trans Lifeline |
Trans Lifeline is run by and for trans people and offers a hotline and microgrants. Spanish resource:https://translifeline.org/quienes-somos/?lang=es |
Visit Website | 877-565-8860 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Veterans Crisis Line |
Free, 24/7, confidential support that can help even if you’re not enrolled in VA benefits or health care. Chat online, call, or text 838-255. Spanish resource: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/es/como-ayudamos/chat/ |
Visit Website | 800-273-8255 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. Behavioral Health Services |
Youth Advocate Programs offers Behavioral Health support to children and adolescents (ages 3-20) in their homes and community. |
Visit Website | 512-394-7249 | Travis, Williamson |
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Catholic Charities of Central Texas |
Short-term financial assistance including rent, mortgage, and utility bills. |
Visit Website | 512-651-6100 | Travis |
City of Austin Utility Bill Discounts |
Residential customers on low or fixed incomes who participate in certain state, federal, or local assistance programs can benefit from the City of Austin's Customer Assistance Programs (CAP) utility discounts. |
Visit Website | 855-319-6630 | Travis |
Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program | Assistance with energy costs for low-income residents. | Visit Website | Caldwell, Hays, Blanco | |
Hill Country Community Ministries | Financial assistance and help paying rent or utilities. | Visit Website | 512-259-0360 | Williamson |
Neighborhood Centers |
Rent and utilities assistance along with other basic needs services. |
Visit Website | 512-972-5780 | Travis |
Operation Homefront |
Financial assistance for active duty, deployed, wounded, ill, or an injured service member or veteran with a service-connected wound, illness, or injury. |
Visit Website | 877-264-3968 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties | Assistance with energy costs for low-income residents. Spanish resource: https://www.owbc-tx.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/2021-CS-APPLICATION-S.... | Visit Website | 512-763-1400 | Williamson, Burnet |
Round Rock Area Serving Center | Rent/utility assistance for southern Williamson County. | Visit Website | 512-244-2431 | Williamson |
Salvation Army Williamson County Service Center |
Financial assistance with rent and utilities. |
Visit Website | 512-943-8421 | Williamson |
Texas Homeowner Assistance |
Providing financial assistance to qualified Texas homeowners who have fallen behind on their mortgage, utility payments, and related expenses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Spanish resource: https://texashomeownerassistance.com/?es |
Visit Website | 833-651-3874 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Texas Utility Help |
Financial assistance to qualified Texas homeowners and renters with low income. Eligible expenses include electricity, gas, propane, water, and wastewater. |
Visit Website | 855-566-2057 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
The Affordable Connectivity Program |
A program that helps low-income households pay for broadband service and internet connected devices. Spanish resource: https://www.fcc.gov/programa-de-descuentos-para-internet-acp |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
The Caring Place | Rent/utility assistance. | Visit Website | 512-943-0700 | Williamson |
Travis County Community Centers | Rent, utilities, and mortgage payment assistance with centers in Austin, Del Valle, Manor, Jonestown, Oak Hill, and Pflugerville. | Visit Website | Travis |
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Austin Public Library: Social Services |
The Social Services tab has a list of shelter sites and affordable housing resources. |
Visit Website | Travis | |
Austin Shelter for Women and Children |
Temporary shelter with support services for women. |
Visit Website | 512-933-0600 | Travis |
COA Cold Weather Shelter Activation Information |
Shelter for anyone seeking a warm place. Registration for shelter takes place between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. at One Texas Center (OTC), 505 Barton Springs Rd when shelters are activated. |
Visit Website | 512-305-ICEE (4233) | Travis |
Cold Weather Shelter Hotline |
The City of Austin’s shelter hotline that will update when/if emergency temperature criteria have been met. |
Visit Website | 512-305-ICEE (4233) | Travis |
Community First! Village |
Permanent and supportive housing community for people coming out of homelessness. |
Visit Website | 512-328-7299 | Travis |
Emergency Shelter and Transitional Living Programs |
Housing and homelessness programs with basic needs support for ages 18-26. |
Visit Website | 512-735-2100 | Travis |
Posada Esperanza |
Temporary shelter, transitional housing, support for immigrants and refugees. |
Visit Website | 512-385-5571 | Travis |
Rathgeber Center for Families |
Temporary shelter for families experiencing homelessness. |
Visit Website | 737-256-6926 | Travis |
SAFE Alliance |
Community-based peer support, counseling, shelter/housing, forensic nursing exams, and legal services, for those fleeing abuse and domestic/partner/family violence. Spanish resource: https://www.safeaustin.org/es/get-help/. |
Visit Website | Call: 512-267-7233 Text: 737-888-7233 | Travis |
Salvation Army Shelter |
Low barrier emergency shelter for single men and women experiencing homelessness. |
Visit Website | 512-476-1111 | Travis |
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ACC's Computer Access |
Access to technology at the ACCelerator centers, as well as, computer centers, Learning Labs, libraries, and campus wireless networks at each campus. |
Visit Website | 512-223-4636 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ACC's Drive-up Wifi |
Free, secure drive-up WiFi for students and employees at all campus locations. WiFi can be accessed from the parking lots seven days a week, 7 am to 11 pm. |
Visit Website | 512-223-4636 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ACC's First Day Classes |
Receive discounted digital books by participating in the First Day Program, the cost of required course materials is added to your tuition and fees bill. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson | |
ACC's Library Services |
Borrow laptops, tablets, calculators, textbooks, and more from the library. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
ACC's Technology Services |
Get technology help and borrow devices. |
Visit Website | 512-223-7564 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ACC's Z-Degree |
Z-Degree classes use free materials and open educational resources (OER). Look for ‘ZTC’ and ‘OER’ when registering for classes. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Active Emergency Information Hub |
During a disaster or emergency, visit this page to get up to date official information from the City of Austin and Travis County about the hazard impacting our community and immediate actions you should take to keep you and your loved ones safe. |
Visit Website | Travis | |
Assurance Wireless |
Phone, minutes, texts, and data plans for low-income households. Spanish resource: https://www.assurancewireless.com/es_us/lifeline-services/how-qualify. |
Visit Website | 888-898-4888 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
ATandT Access |
Low-cost wireline home Internet service to people who participate in SNAP/NSLP programs or by income. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Austin Public Library: Computer Training: Computer Basics |
Resources for learning computer basics. |
Visit Website | Travis | |
Austin Public Library: Public Computer and Internet Access |
The Austin Public Library offers free wireless Internet access along with computer and other technology access. |
Visit Website | Travis | |
ConnectAll |
Affordable computers and internet for low-income individuals. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Digital Literacy Program | One-on-one assitance, workshops, and classes on digital literacy. | Visit Website | 512-236-8225 | Travis |
EveryoneOn |
Find low-cost internet and affordable computers near by. Spanish resource: https://www.everyoneon.org/espanol |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
Freedompop |
Mobile phone services with no income restrictions. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
human-I-T |
Low cost internet and technology for eligible low-income people. |
Visit Website | 888-268-3921 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
Spectrum Internet Assist | Affordable internet for families participating in NSLP or SSI. Spanish resource: https://espanol.spectrum.com/internet/spectrum-internet-assist. | Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson | |
T-Mobile Project 10Million |
Project 10Million offers free 100GBs/year of data, free mobile hotspots, and access to low-cost laptops and tablets, to K-12 eligible students participating in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). Spanish resource: https://es.t-mobile.com/brand/project-10-million?icid=TFB_TMO_P_20TENMM_... |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
The Affordable Connectivity Program |
A program that helps low-income households pay for broadband service and internet connected devices. Spanish resource: https://www.fcc.gov/programa-de-descuentos-para-internet-acp |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis | |
The ON IT Foundation |
Free computers, computer training and Internet to low-income families with students in grades K-12 that receive a free or reduced school lunch and attend a public school. |
Visit Website | 305-244-6454 | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Williamson, Travis |
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ACC's Automotive Department Low-Cost Repair |
Automotive students perform limited car maintenance and repair services for a shop fee plus parts. There is no charge for labor. |
Visit Website | 512-223-6094 | Travis, Williamson, Hays |
ACC's Carpool Resource |
Register to carpool with 1+ ACC community members to be eligible to use preferred Carpool parking. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson | |
ACC's Transit "Green Pass" |
Capital Metro transit pass available to ACC students, faculty and staff to ride buses, train, and Pick-up (rideshare) at no cost. |
Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson | |
Austin Yellow Bike |
Bike recycling and education facility where one can find an affordable bike, tools, parts, and learn how to fix their bike. |
Visit Website | 512-524-5299 | Travis |
CapMetro | Public transportation system around Austin. ACC students, faculty and staff can obtain a free pass (digital or paper) each semester known as a "green pass": https://www.austincc.edu/offices/environmental-stewardship/transportatio... | Visit Website | Travis, Williamson | |
CapMetro Vanpool |
Vanpool to work to save time and money. |
Visit Website | 512-477-7433 | Travis |
CARTS | Public regional transportation from the non-urbanized areas. | Visit Website | Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis, Williamson | |
Get There ATX |
Links to explore transit, biking, scooters, ride-sharing, and more. Spanish resource: https://www.getthereatx.com/spanish/ |
Visit Website | Travis | |
PickUp (CapMetro) | On-demand rideshare option with CapMetro in service zones. This service is available at no cost with ACC's "Green Pass" (CapMetro transit pass). Green Pass: https://www.austincc.edu/offices/environmental-stewardship/transportatio... . Spanish resource: https://youtu.be/hQptLvew1Z4. | Visit Website | 512-369-6200 | Travis |