The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

We assist and pay for the uninsured, the homeless, veterans, and those re-entering society from prison to obtain Texas ID's, Birth Certificates, and Social Security Cards.

An ID makes it possible to apply for a job, housing, food stamps, disability, and to open a bank account. We also help those we serve to connect with those resources.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

This program assists displaced and recently released incarcerated men and women to obtain a legal Texas ID, which is needed to obtain jobs and housing. BTLOP sponsored 35 individuals to receive a new ID, replace a lost or stolen ID or obtain other documents required to obtain a legal TX ID.

We provide warm meals, showers with CAM, ID Recovery, respite, small groups, computer lab, street outreach, and personalized case management.

This program is in partnership with Grace Lutheran Church, the City of San Antonio, and local nonprofits including Christian Assistance Ministries (CAM), Haven for Hope, SA Hope Center, First Presbyterian Church, and Communities Under the Bridge (CUB).

The center is for anyone experiencing homelessness, about to experience homelessness, or in need of respite during the day.

All services are free.

Help in recovering lost or stolen identification documents, including out-of-state birth certificates.

• CAM requires the client must have some type of photo ID (expired, Offender’s ID, School ID, Medical Facility ID, or a color copy with visible information.)
• Original Social Security card is also required.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

The ECBO program provides employment services such as Job Readiness Training and Remedial Education Training to Texans experiencing homelessness and unemployment. Supportive services for clients such as childcare, housing assistance, and substance abuse counseling, and crisis intervention as needed can be coordinated through community partners.

This program provides:

• Skills assessment
• Resume writing
• Help to complete job applications
• Job search assistance
• Job fairs/hiring events
• Access to online services (computer lab use and assistance with setting up an email account, sending/receiving emails, online applications, uploading documents)
• Assistance accessing training (registration, funds to pay for classes/certifications)
• Help securing needed documents (driver’s license, photo identification)
• Help to pay for work-related items (uniforms, tools, safety gear, bus passes, etc.)

The Employer and Community-Based Organization (ECBO) Initiative Program offers employment services to individuals who are unemployed and facing homelessness.

• Free Computer Use

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

Young Adult Stability and Support Program (YASS Center) is a youth adult drop-in center exclusively for young adults (ages 18-24) experiencing homelessness or at risk.

The YASS Center provides youth access to:

• a safe place to rest
• career guidance
• education
• employment
• housing assistance
• ID recovery
• computers and charging 
• physicial & mental health support
• critical resoures
• and more

YASS services are delivered in a confidential, judgment-free zone. All who seek our assistance are treated with respect. YASS is a partnership between SAMMinistries, SA Youth, and Corazón San Antonio, Inc.

These services are for young adults 18-24 who are homeless or at risk. Many of these young adults are children who aged out of the foster care system. Those who are a part of YASS will be able to access resources and services that help them recover from the trauma of housing insecurity. They will be assisted in building upon their strengths, help them achieve housing stability, and set a course to realize their full potential.

Free

• Computer Skills Classes
• Free Wi-Fi
• Free Computer Use

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

TRLA staff works to remove barriers to obtaining Driver's Licenses by assisting in clearing outstanding citations. Staff also assists in researching and resolving other issues that prevent individuals from obtaining a valid Driver's License or valid ID, including obtaining an out-of-state birth certificate.

For more information, please email [email protected].

The clinic serves homeless and low-income veterans in Bexar County.

TRLA representation is free, but there may be other related charges such as court fees. 

ID recovery and various resources and services are provided for the homeless at the Corazón Day Center and Resource Hub.

Haven for Hope provides ID recovery services for their clients.

The Corazón Day Center and Resource Hub are located at:

Grace Lutheran Church
504 Avenue E
San Antonio, TX 78215

Referral/appointment required.

Funding available depending on eligibility.

Recovery Support Services acknowledges that persons with Substance Use Disorders need help dealing with many factors affecting their ability to sustain a newly healthy and sober life. Coaches walk hand-in-hand with clients from treatment to long-term sobriety and community involvement.

Recovery Links Support Services offer a wide range of services such as:

• ID Recovery
• ?Transportation
• Wellness
• Nutrition Education
• Career Education
• Spiritual Connections
• Community Fellowship Fridays

Available Services

• Anger Management Classes
• Battering Intervention & Prevention Program (BIPP)
• Cite & Release
• Food, Hygiene, and Clothing
• GED Placement Testing and Tutoring
• Government Benefits Enrollment
• ID Recovery
• Interview Preparation and Job Search Assistance
• Job Readiness and Resume Writing
• Job Training Program
• Mental Health Services
• Moral Reconation Therapy (Pre-MRT & MRT)
• Other Specialized Classes
• Spiritual Guidance and Networking
• Substance Abuse Services
• Utility Assistance

In state and out of state birth certificates.

CAM requires the client must have:

• Some type of photo ID (expired, Offender’s ID, School ID, Medical Facility ID, or a color copy with visible information.)
• Original Social Security card is also required.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

For more information about required documentation, click here.

If you don't have a proof of address document, we can mail your Enhanced Library Card to you.

Apply in person here or at any other San Antonio Public Library location (except Kampmann Portal). Click here for a list and map of library locations. Walk-ins welcomed.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is an optional Library card design which includes a person’s name, photo, address, Library card expiration date, date of birth, area of residency, and Library card barcode number. 

Cardholders have access to the many benefits and resources available to all Library users. This includes books, DVDs and other physical materials in our collection, as well as our various electronic resources (such as e-books, databases, and more).

An ELC may serve as a supplementary proof of identity. It is recommended cardholders inquire with relevant organizations and agencies for their policies and procedures in establishing identity.

Individuals 18 years of age and above or individuals who are legally emancipated minors are eligible.