Lone Star Chapter AVER provides a unique and safe space where LGBT veterans can honor pride both in our service and our identity as LGBTQ+ people. AVER is dedicated to equality for LGBTQ+ service members and veterans in all aspects of our armed forces, including recruitment, training, promotions, honors, and benefits. We support our military’s stated commitment to diversity, and we are dedicated to ensuring that the military honors that commitment fully.

Click here to learn more.

Click here to join.

Click here to donate.

Mental or Behavioral Health Crisis:

Our well-trained staff is dedicated to assisting adults, teens, and children experiencing a mental health crisis. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you or someone you know is needing assistance, please call Hill Country MHDD Centers Crisis Hotline at:

877-466-0660.

For other medical or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911.

Please call us and start your road to recovery.

Intellectual Developmental Disabilities General Information:

If you would like information on intellectual developmental disabilities eligibility and program services, please call 830-387-5970. A qualified member of our IDD service coordination team will assist you.

If you are a minor, please have an adult with you when you call.

Counselors are ready to help you with any further assistance you may need including mental health, medical, financial, or other community resources.

Overeaters Anonymous is a fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength, and hope are recovering from compulsive overeating.

Find the latest information on this group here.

Please call the Hotline at (210) 492-5400 or email [email protected] for more information on all local meetings.

This group meets virtually on Zoom.

• Open
• Joe & Charlie Big Book Study (Bring BB, Notebook for writing)
• Zoom ID: 832 0041 1425, Password: 831971

Overeaters Anonymous is a fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength, and hope are recovering from compulsive overeating.

Find the latest information on this group here.

Please call the Hotline at (210) 492-5400 or email [email protected] for more information on all local meetings.

This group meets virtually on Zoom.

• Open
• Literature
• Discussion
• Speaker, 2nd Friday of the Month
• Zoom ID: 803 900 343, Password: 2839

Overeaters Anonymous is a fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength, and hope are recovering from compulsive overeating.

Find the latest information on this group here.

Please call the Hotline at (210) 492-5400 or email [email protected] for more information on all local meetings.

This group meets virtually on Zoom.

• Open
• Big Book
• Zoom ID: 324 599 463, Password: 281

Overeaters Anonymous is a fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength, and hope are recovering from compulsive overeating.

Find the latest information on this group here.

Please call the Hotline at (210) 492-5400 or email [email protected] for more information on all local meetings.

This group meets virtually on Zoom.

• Open
• Discussion
• Zoom ID: 898 2617 8803, Password: 111111

Overeaters Anonymous is a fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength, and hope are recovering from compulsive overeating.

Find the latest information on this group here.

Please call the Hotline at (210) 492-5400 or email [email protected] for more information on all local meetings.

This group meets virtually on Zoom.

• Literature
• Discussion
• 5th Monday is Speaker meeting
• Alternating Fridays are Speaker & Topic meetings
• Zoom ID: 715 513 8641, Password: 121212

Our Resource Library provides a compilation of helpful resources aimed at helping parents and caregivers navigate the world of autism in San Antonio. Here, you can find a variety of useful materials such as educational materials, support groups, counseling services, and links to other relevant organizations, all tailored to the needs of the autism community in San Antonio.

Even though we have collected the following information and resources for you, These organizations do not receive any direct or indirect endorsement from ACN for their products or services.

Widows meeting and connecting with other widows is very special and precious. Beauty From Ashes Ministries in New Braunfels, Texas has successfully started the first BFA widow support group implementing the well-developed and faith-based BFA curriculum that was written by a widow. 

Beauty from Ashes Ministries support groups are led by widows that are certified grief specialists and/or are trained in group facilitation and in using the Beauty from Ashes Ministries Support Group Curriculum. 

BFA Curriculum consists of the following meeting structure:

• Lighting of Candle
• Breathing / Silence
• Opening Prayer
• Group Guidelines
• Check-ins
• God Sightings
• Heart Activity / Widow Topic
• Discussion Questions
• Empowerment
• Monthly socials and/or events, important dates
• Closing Prayer

 Contact for meeting information here.

LGBTQ+ youth work together to inspire, impact, and educate the community and each other. Take part in Pride, mixer, and event planning. Communicate about needs within the youth community and what we can do to better serve our youth and how.

This group is focused on our 17 and under LGBTQ+ community.

If you are interested in joining Youth Force please click here.

Closed meetings are for A.A. members only, or for those who have a drinking problem and “have a desire to stop drinking."

Click here for the latest details on this group.

This group meets virtually on Zoom.

• Closed
• Discussion
• Zoom Meeting Id: 362 751 8205, Passcode: qf64sX

Free

Our trained advocates are ready to take your call through our in house, 24-hour hotlines.

We’re here to help, and your safety is our priority.

All calls, and chats are answered by a trained advocate, and are completely anonymous and confidential.

Everyone is welcome to call or chat—not only survivors but also their friends and family, as well as anyone with a question about sexual assault or how to support a survivor in their own lives.

All services are free and 100% confidential.

Heroin Anonymous (HA) is a fellowship of men and women who have found a better way of life, free from heroin addiction.

Click here for the latest details on this group.

This group meets virtually on Zoom. Click here to join.

Closed meetings are for A.A. members only, or for those who have a drinking problem and “have a desire to stop drinking.”

Click here for the latest details on this group.

This group meets virtually on Zoom.

• Online
• Closed
• Literature
• Women
• Zoom ID: 836-9825-2473 Zoom Passcode: 586080

Our Fellowship creates a safe community to have difficult conversations. Our parents tell their stories, giving words to the injustices their children face.

Through our advocacy training, parents learn to challenge the status quo and the systems that were created to deny our children their right to a quality education.

Click here to apply.

Adoption, abandonment, child advocacy and welfare present unique challenges and issues that require a particular understanding, empathy and compassion to address.

The presence and love of God for those who are forgotten and discarded purposefully is in acute and constant demand. Jesus is there for them all, but the guilt, shame and secrets perpetuated by families can be oppressive and cruel. I believe it is all in my calling to reach, teach, love and lead in this topic.

Click here for more information.

This group meets virtually on Zoom.

Click here to join this group.

Free.

Recovery Dharma is a peer-led community. Here are a few sanghas that have gathered and formed a community around their shared identities to empower.

These communities are listed in alphabetical order:

• Beginners
• BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color)
• Chronic Pain and MAT (Medication Assited-Treatment
• Codependency
• LGBTQIA+
• Mental Health
• Mindful Eating
• trueINTIMACY: 3rd Precept
• Women and Non-Binary (Trans Inclusive)

Free

Alateen meetings in the Mobile App are for young people aged 13 to 18 who have been affected by someone else’s drinking. We are invited to share experiences, strength, and hope with other teens.

Alateen meetings in the Mobile App are moderated. The meetings are available only to Alateens and occur when the assigned adult Alateen Group Sponsors are present.

At this time, Electronic Alateen meetings can only be accessed in the Al-Anon Family Groups Mobile App.

Ages: 13-18.

Download the Al-Anon Family Groups Mobile App to attend electronic Alateen meetings.

Click here for step-by-step instructions.

Call the AA Helpline if you need:

• Help to stay sober.
• Information about meetings and AA services.
• Help to find treatment programs for alcohol abuse.
• Help if you are a friend or family member of an alcoholic.
• Help if you are an AA member who has relapsed.

AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy, neither endorses nor opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.

Click here if you have hearing loss for ASL Zoom meeting dates & times.

The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.

Free

Click here for a list of meetings that are currently being held virtually.

Free.

We believe in the power of connection. All Innova program graduates are eligible to attend a monthly virtual meeting. These meetings offer a space to refresh skills, check-in, and encourage others on their journeys.

Monthly Zoom Calls

We offer monthly Zoom meetings for Innova Recovery alumni to check in and talk about real issues. These meetings are an opportunity for everyone to receive continued support on their road to recovery.

Alumni Support Group

Innova Recovery understands and respects the continuity of care, so even after you graduate from IOP we continue to provide support to you. We offer a support group once a week to those who have worked through IOP and need extra support.

Groups will focus on allowing time to process the week and then learning advanced DBT skills. Typically clients will join a group for 6 weeks. If you are interested in learning more about these groups or signing up please contact Innova Recovery's Alumni Coordinator.

All Innova program graduates

We accept most major insurances.

Click here for a list of accepted insurance

At Angel Helpers Ministry we are thrilled to help families in need. In order to ensure that our efforts are well founded we ask you please fill out the application if you desire help for your family.

Click here to contact us.

What is Ask Your Relative?

Ask Your Relative is a team of educators, public health professionals, and caring adults supporting Native Youth through our Q&A service.

Here, Native you(th) can ask questions on various topics ranging from how to flat stitch to snagging.

We do our best to answer – as your relatives, we recognize how identity, culture, and community influence our lives and health.

You've got questions, we've got answers!

We’ve got celebrity guests! What have you been dying to ask?

Ask Your Relative is excited to be joined by some special celebrity guest relatives, including actors Dallas Goldtooth (Reservation Dogs, Rutherford Falls), Ryan Begay (Breaking Bad, Dark Winds), musician Quinn Christopher, seamstress Nikki Corbett, and more!

Click here to submit your question for a guest relative or the form below to submit a question for the Ask Your Relative team!

Free

Autism Response Team (ART) members are specially trained to connect families with information, resources, and opportunities. They are available to answer calls and emails. Your call or email will be routed to a team member for your region.

We are not a direct medical, legal advice, or service provider, so we don't make appointments or direct referrals. However, our team will provide you with support, encouragement, and assistance in locating autism service providers in your community.

The Autism Response Team can help you learn more about:

• Where to get a diagnosis
• Schools and special education
• Advocacy and support
• Adult services - including post-secondary programs and employment
• Inclusion and community activities
• And much more!

Free.

Closed meetings are for A.A. members only, or for those who have a drinking problem and “have a desire to stop drinking.”

Click here for the latest details on this group.

This group meets virtually.

• Online
• Big Book
• Closed

Code: 942 9526 4343 Password: BOERNEAA

Free

Would you like to get the latest mental health updates, participate in online discussion groups, learn how to advocate in your community, and add your voice to the mental health movement?

NAMI membership gives you access to local, state, and national levels.

Click here to create a NAMI account. It's FREE!

Subscribe to content that interests you, such as NAMI Now! Connect with others in discussion groups. Manage your profile, preferences, and subscriptions. Upgrade any time!

All members:

• Receive the NAMI Advocate magazine
• Get discounts at the NAMI Store
• Earn member-only content online
• Have access to discounts at the annual National Convention

More importantly, NAMI San Antonio members make our voice stronger in legislative advocacy.

Consider NAMI membership and one payment gives you access to the local, state, and national levels. Joining helps build donor confidence, plus we learn more from our fellow members and peers!

There are three (3) membership options depending on what works best for you and your family:

$60 per year for Household: Includes all members living at the same address
(This is ideal if you attend Family-to-Family and/or want to train to be a program leader/presenter.)
 
$40 per year for Individual
(This is ideal if you attend Peer-to-Peer, Connection, and/or want to train to be a program leader or outreach presenter.)
 
$5 per year for Open Door: Limited budget? We got you!

Behavioral issues are defined by a pattern of disruptive behaviors that can cause problems in school, work, and social situations. When these behaviors are severe, persistent, and uncommon for a person's age, they should be related to a diagnosable behavior disorder. Examples of behavior disorders seen in children and teens include:

• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

A common disorder that causes hyperactivity, impulsive behavior, and or trouble paying attention.

• Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Mostly diagnosed during childhood, this disorder is defined by defiant and disobedient behavior toward authority figures.

• Conduct Disorder

Also primarily diagnosed in children and teens this disorder marks an ongoing pattern of aggression and disobeying rules and social norms.

Accept most major insurance, including Medicaid.

Closed meetings are for A.A. members only, or for those who have a drinking problem and "have a desire to stop drinking."

This is a virtual meeting.

• Online
• Closed
• Discussion

Send an email request for Zoom information to [email protected]

Free

NAMI Connection groups follow a flexible structure without an educational format. The groups offer a casual and relaxed approach to sharing the challenges and successes of coping with mental illness.

You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who've been there.

• Free of cost to participants
• Confidential. NAMI Greater San Antonio does not allow observers into these groups.
• Designed for adults (18+) with mental health conditions
• No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed

Those 18 and older who are in the Black, Indigenous, People of Color Community are invited to join this group for a time of support and empowerment for those living with symptoms of a mental health condition.

This group meets every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. This will be an online support group. Once you complete your registration form, you will receive email confirmation from Zoom with the meeting link.

Click here to register

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous' program of recovery from alcoholism.

Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.

Click here for the latest details on this group.

Online meetings only.

• Online
• Open

Click here to join on Zoom.

Meeting ID: 604 256 315, Password: breathing

Mission and Outreach Bldg room #302

Free

Think you may have a problem with crystal meth? Call the CMA Helpline at (855) METH-FREE(855) 638-4373

CMA’s 24-Hour Helpline is available to provide information and offer support to anyone seeking recovery from crystal meth addiction. Please note the Helpline is not a crisis hotline and therefore not equipped to respond to emergencies or answer any questions of a medical or legal nature. Although we have volunteers 24 hours a day, some calls do get sent to a voicemail system. If that happens, please leave a message including your name and phone number so we can call you back as soon as possible.

Click here to contact us

Crystal Meth Anonymous is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other, so they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from addiction to crystal meth.

CMA Helpline: 855-438-4373, cmatx.org

Click here for the latest details on this group.

This group meets virtually on Zoom. Online room will open about five minutes before the start of the meeting.

• LGBTQ
• Newcomer
• Open
• Spanish
• Traditions Study
• Meeting ID: 217 208 2562, Password: Sober2020

In 2020, I met Phyllis Morton, a fellow nurse and Spiritual Director, at a contemplative hiking group. Together, we created CODE YOU. CODE YOU is a non-profit organization that offers holistic care to healthcare professionals who face feelings of apathy, isolation, and compassion fatigue.

We do this by helping healthcare professionals develop their spiritual plan of care, find a deepening connection with God, and restore their hearts and souls.

We provide tools and support as they learn spiritual practices like:

• breath prayer
• Gratitude journaling
• in-the-car Yoga
• meditative hikes
• art-based healing practices

My rate is a suggested donation to CODE YOU of $50 per session.

By continuing this search, you agree to maintain the confidentiality of all EA members.

Click here to read the rules of this group

For meeting ID and password, please contact the group at least 24-48 hours before the meeting starts for information.

The meeting has a newcomer focus but ALL EA members are welcome!
This group does not allow observation for academic reasons.

Free

StrongHearts Native Helpline 1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483) is a safe, anonymous, and confidential domestic and sexual violence helpline for Native Americans and Alaska Natives, offering culturally appropriate support and advocacy.

Click on the chat icon to connect one-on-one with an advocate 24/7/365.

Our Services:

StrongHearts advocates offer the following services at no cost:

• peer support and advocacy
• information and education about domestic violence and sexual violence
• personalized safety planning
• crisis intervention
• referrals to Native-centered domestic violence and sexual violence service providers
• basic information about health options
• support finding a local health facility or crisis center trained in the care of survivors of sexual assault and forensic exams
• general information about jurisdiction and legal advocacy referrals

StrongHearts Native Helpline cannot provide internet-based services to people younger than 13.

While our chat advocacy is not available to people 12 and younger, our phone services are available to people of all ages.

Free

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous' program of recovery from alcoholism.

Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.

This is an open virtual AA meeting.

• Online
• Discussion
• Open

Meeting ID: 843 534 654 Passcode: 542861

Free

You don’t have to face a cancer diagnosis alone. Talk or chat live with a trained cancer information specialist or others who are facing cancer for information and support.

Please call us or use our Live Chat feature for assistance with the following or any other inquiries you may have:

• Cancer-related information and referrals to patient-related programs or resources
• Donations, website, event-related assistance, set communication preferences
• Tobacco-related topics
• Volunteer opportunities

Cancer Helpline: 800-227-2345

The Cancer Survivors Network is a peer support community for cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, families, and friends!

CSN is a safe place to connect with others who share your interests and experiences.

Click here to register

A caregiver provides assistance in meeting the daily needs of another person.

Many people may find themselves caring for a family member or friend in some way or another, which can be rewarding but stressful.

In this meeting attendees can share and support each other with information, fellowship, and prayer. 

Click here for more information. 

Meetings are held via Zoom (occasional in-person meetings).

Email us for meeting information.

Support groups create a safe, confidential, supportive environment or community and a chance for participants to develop informal mutual support and social relationships. They also educate and inform participants about dementia and help participants develop methods and skills to solve problems.

Click here for a complete list of resources and support groups.

Free.

The Caregiver TeleConnection program has one-hour conference calls at no cost. These sessions cover a wide range of interesting topics related to the care you provide to your loved one. You can get expert advice, ask questions and talk to other people who are also providing care.

Call and register to become a member.

This support group is exclusively for Caregivers. If you care for a loved one with an acquired brain injury, you are invited to join this virtual meeting on Teams. When you register to attend, an email with the Teams link will be sent to you.

Click here to learn more.

Click here to register.

The purpose of this Life Group is to provide a means of support for those serving as Caregivers to a family member or friend.

We will pray & study together, laugh & cry together, lean on one another, share experiences, knowledge & resources, challenges & frustrations, ups & downs, joys & pains.

Click here for more information. 

This group meets virtually on Zoom.

Click here to join this group.

Free.

A cancer diagnosis affects close friends and family too. Find out what to expect if you become a caregiver for a person with cancer, and get tips for making sure that you take care of yourself as well.

Click here for resources and support.

ACS CARES™
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with cancer, deciding what’s next can be overwhelming. ACS CARES™ (Community Access to Resources, Education, and Support) is the only app that equips those facing cancer with curated content, programs, and services to fit their specific cancer journey.

Click here to learn more about the app.

Click here for Caregivers Support Groups

This is an open Al-Anon meeting. Families, friends, and observers are welcome.

Click here for the latest details on this group.

Meetings are held at the Bishop Jones Center.

• Open
• Wheelchair Accessible

Meetings are via Zoom Only.

Zoom Meeting ID 873 3719 6138, Passcode: serenity.

All are welcome but I specialize in helping

• Low-income individuals and families
• Veterans
• Seniors
• Unemployed due to COVID-19

Fees are on a sliding scale.

Mental health conditions can be challenging, but treatment options and other resources are effective and can lead to recovery.

• Adjustment Disorder

Click here to learn more about adjustment disorder, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you cope with symptoms.

• Anxiety Disorders

Click here to learn more about anxiety disorders, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you recover.

• Bipolar

Click here to learn more about bipolar disorder, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to manage bipolar-related challenges.

• Depression

Click here to learn more about depression, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you recover.

• Effects of Military Sexual Trauma

Click here to learn more about military sexual trauma (MST), treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to overcome the effects of MST.

• Effects of Traumatic Brain Injury

Click here to learn more about traumatic brain injury (TBI), treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to manage the effects of TBI.

• Alcohol Use Disorder

Click here to learn more about alcohol use disorder, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you recover.

• Substance Use Disorder

Click here to learn more about substance use disorder, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you recover.

• PTSD

Click here to learn more about PTSD, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you recover.

• Schizophrenia

Click here to learn more about schizophrenia, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you overcome challenges.

• Suicide

Click here to learn more about experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviors, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you reconnect and find hope.

Operation BRAVE connects people with HIV who are either newly diagnosed, are diagnosed but currently not in care, or individuals who have not reached viral suppression to essential HIV care and treatment and support services.

From treatment, housing, and having someone support you throughout your medical appointments, we want you to know that this journey doesn’t have to be taken alone. We are here to help offer guidance and support through this journey. 

Click any of these links to learn about services provided by Operation BRAVE:

• Clinical Partner Agencies - Our Partner Agencies offers information, services, prevention and resources for our community as well as people living with HIV.
• Mental Health - Mental health affects everyone, but it is important for people living with HIV to know that they have a higher chance of developing mood, anxiety, and cognitive disorders.
• Treatment - HIV is treated with a daily pill called ART Therapy. Operation BRAVE connects you to treatment for free. We can help you find the regimen that works best for you.
• Nurse Care Coordination - You are unique and our Nurse Care Coordinators are here to find the HIV support that works best for you and your lifestyle.

Operation BRAVE focuses on community members who are newly diagnosed with HIV, out of HIV care, or in care and not virally suppressed.

Operation BRAVE also focuses on young adults aged 18-29 but serves all ages.

All of our services are 100% confidential and free.

Recovering from grief is never easy, whether your caregiving role extended for months or years or was the result of an unexpected death. Your grief is real, and it's compounded by new demands, new feelings, new responsibilities, new people to comfort or contact, and big empty spaces in your heart and life.

The following are articles to help you cope with grief:

• 27 Ways to Heal When Dealing with a Loss
• Coping with Anxiety While Grieving
• Coping with Loss and Grief During the Coronavirus Crisis
• Coping With Public Tragedies and Natural Disasters
• Don't Let Grief Become Depression
• Feelings and Reactions to a Significant Loss
• How To Rebuild Self-Esteem After Losing a Loved One
• Learning to Accept the Unacceptable
• Practical Tasks Following the Death of a Loved One
• The Normal Physical and Mental Symptoms of Grief
• There Is No Right or Wrong When it Comes to Grief
• Ways to Honor a Deceased Loved One
• What Should I Expect as I Grieve
• When Grief Becomes Dangerous

Free.

Rob and Lisa Lashley have been at RISE Church for a little over a year. Lisa serves on the information team, and Rob serves on the usher team. 
Rob was in the Air Force and taught for over 20 years. He has now started a new career in Real Estate. Lisa’s background is in counseling. They have been married over 32 years. They have three sons, two adults and a 6-year-old (God has a sense of humor). They love to laugh, enjoy life, and fellowship.
We invite you to go deeper into Pastor Aaron’s sermons with other couples.  
We are trying to secure child-care for $5 per child. We will keep you updated.

Click here to register to join. 

Click here for upcoming meetings. 

Heroin Anonymous (HA) is a fellowship of men and women who have found a better way of life, free from heroin addiction.

Click here for the latest details on this group.

This group meets virtually on Zoom.

Click here to join on Friday.

Free

Every Friday Night from 6:30 - 8:30 we have a special program to welcome youth to chat with friends, share your creative side by showing your art, memes, and meet new people. This is for middle and high school students and monitored by our Youth Facilitators and secure. Youth must sign off on our Discord Online Code of Conduct policy.

This Discord Server for youth is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Interested youth in signing up must fill out the Contact Form and the discord link will be sent to you vie email or text.

Free

Heroin Anonymous (HA) is a fellowship of men and women who have found a better way of life, free from heroin addiction.

Click here for the latest details on this group.

This group meets virtually on Zoom. Click here to join.

One in five children who cross the school threshold every day have Dyslexia, diagnosed or not.  Dyslexia also does not discriminate by gender, class, or creed.

Celebrate Dyslexia is a resource for parents and educators looking for information and community for their Dyslexic students.

Click here to learn more about Dyslexia.

For general questions regarding the Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD).

Please call the Helpline at 248-716-8336.

Leave a message, including the time zone that you’re calling from.  Our Helpline staff will call you back (usually within three business days).
If you are unable to call our number, please use this form to have someone call you back.

Please note, the helpline is currently only available in English.

If you prefer, you can also email the helpline — and if you have questions or comments not related to the helpline, please contact us here.

Click here for more information

Click here to find classes available for certifications, caregivers, and more.

We know it can be overwhelming finding out you or a loved one has kidney disease. But you are not alone. There is a large network of resources out there that many people don’t realize even exists. Our educational resources, programs and events provide the information you need to make the best decisions for your health and feel empowered.

• SILENT BUT DEADLY CAMPAIGN
  Complete a short survey and receive a free at-home kidney test.
• MEDICARE
  The official website U.S. Government website for medicare
• TALKING WITH CHILDREN
  Tips for caregivers, parents, and teachers during infections disease outbreaks
• TAKING CARE OF YOUR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
  Tips for social distancing, quarantine, and isolation during an infectious disease outbreak
• CARELINK
  Financial assistance to access quality healthcare services through University Health System.
• DIALYSIS FACILITY COMPARE
  Find and compare information about the services and quality of care provided at dialysis facilities in any state.
• KIDNEY QUESTIONS ANSWERED
  Find answers to commonly asked questions about kidney disease.
• NATIONAL KIDNEY DISEASE EDUCATION PROGRAM
  Tools to help provide kidney disease education.
• KIDNEY DISEASE AND DIET
  Information from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics on Kidney Disease.
• AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF KIDNEY PATIENTS
  A list of support groups in Texas.

Click here for a full list of resources.

Alzheimer's is a progressive disease where the person will require increasing levels of care as time goes on. Being educated about what to expect and learning about useful care strategies can significantly impact the quality of life for the caregiver and the person living with Alzheimer's.

Click here to take any of the free online education programs.

Topics include:

• Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters
• The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease
• Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer's Disease
• Living with Alzheimer's: for People with Alzheimer's
• Living with Alzheimer's: for Caregivers (Early, Middle, and Late  Stage)

Click here to view website in Spanish

Free.

Our educational workshops offer a unique opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive environment.

Covering topics such as:

• mental health
• resilience
• navigating religious trauma

These workshops are designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to advocate for themselves and others. 

Led by experienced facilitators, each session promotes interactive learning and encourages Travelers to share their insights. By fostering a culture of understanding and self-advocacy, we help you Rise Above adversity and embrace your true self.

Join us to expand your horizons and build a brighter future.

Closed meetings are for A.A. members only, or for those who have a drinking problem and “have a desire to stop drinking.”

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.

Click here for the latest details on this group.

This group meets virtually on Zoom.

• Online
• Discussion

For online access info email [email protected].

Meeting ID: 864 679 931 Password: 015588

Fees

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Our Family & Friends Line provides peer support for friends, partners, family members, and professionals supporting trans loved ones and community members. We trust trans people as the experts in our own lives, and we resource trans people’s support networks to do the same.

To access this service, call our main hotline and ask for our Family & Friends Line. The operator will find out the best time to call you back and you will receive a call back from a Family & Friends operator who has lived experience supporting trans people.

• US (877) 565-8860 (press 2 for Spanish) French speaking available
• CAN (877) 330-6366

Click here for a list of FAQS.

Free

Family Support Group for anyone who cares for someone 18 or younger who might be experiencing warning signs or has a mental health condition.

Please register at the following link if you are interested: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvdO2trTgqE9fNm6tpPrAWBlNuHNIIouPJ

• Information will be in a confidential and safe environment.
• Group support does not represent therapeutic, healthcare, or medical advice.

Email [email protected] with additional questions.

Free

How to use our directory:

Reminder we are a collective of individual businesses therefore each doula sets up consultations, rates, contracts, and times available.

This collective website is just a directory we don’t provide matching, scheduling, or contracting services.

Click on the type of doula you’re looking for (i.e. Birth, Fertility, Other Parental Services)

Scroll through our doula's pictures and when you want to know more click on their picture.

Read about your selected doula’s background and experiences.

If you feel connected, please click on the doula’s website or copy their email address and shoot them an email to book a consultation to interview your doula.

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Recovery International meetings provide a safe space to receive guidance, fellowship, acceptance, and support from peers with similar problems.

All meetings follow the Recovery 4-Step method that addresses the underlying cause of most symptoms.

Through the structured meeting and encouragement from their peers, participants learn to spot their angry and fearful tempers and use their willpower to manage symptoms and lead healthier, more productive lives.

Click here to find a meeting

Provide confidential emotional support during and after times of personal or professional crisis to first responders; active or retired and their family members who express a need for assistance through peer support, therapy, and various forms of other treatment with complete confidentially.

• Support individuals who have suffered traumatic incidents or cumulative trauma due to the First Responder profession whether active or not
• Support Individuals who have had family tragedies
• Support Individuals who are injured physically or emotionally in the line of duty
• Develop peer support mentors who can identify personal conflicts and provide guidance or referrals to professional and alternate resources as needed
• Maintain an effective peer support training and response program
• Maintain current and accurate reporting data with confidentiality

For more information, click here.

Closed meetings are for A.A. members only, or for those who have a drinking problem and “have a desire to stop drinking.”

Click here for the latest details on this group.

• Online
• Closed
• Discussion

Send an email request for Zoom information to [email protected]

Free

If someone you love suffers because of food, there is help.

If you are reading this, you may have a family member or friend finding recovery in Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA). Or, perhaps, someone you care about is suffering as a result of their relationship to food and you wonder if FA can help.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is based on the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Unlike diet programs which rely on willpower and effort, FA addresses addiction, and recovery is rooted in surrender. As a result, members find lasting freedom from cravings and maintain healthy weights for years and even decades.

FA members have found that we are addicted not only to foods made with flour and sugar but to quantities of food as well. Many of us have been obese while others were underweight. Some of us maintained a healthy weight but struggled constantly with obsession about our bodies. Without a program of recovery, we are unable to consistently make healthy choices about what we eat, regardless of the incredible willpower often evident in other areas of our lives.

For a basic understanding of food addiction and the program of Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA), and to read about the experience of other family members with loved ones in FA, read the pamphlet To Our Families and Friends. Here is a sample from that pamphlet:

We want to reassure you that although the beginnings may be difficult, in our experience, the result of the FA program can be a greater love and understanding of each other than was ever possible in the past. After a time, we thoroughly adjust to our new way of living.

We participate in life fully and zestfully, enjoying birthday parties, meals out, holiday celebrations, vacations, and other special times with our family and friends. We come to value our families and loved ones more than ever before, and they tell us that they like the people we have become. If someone you love has just joined FA, we believe that there will be many wonderful times ahead for both of you!

Free

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) provides free help for patients struggling with food issues

Do you have patients who have medical conditions that are related to weight, distorted body image, or unhealthy behaviors with food? FA can be a resource for you and your patients.

Click here to find a meeting for your patient

Meetings are offered every day of the week: over the phone, over Zoom, and in person.

WHAT IS FA?

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is an international recovery program based on the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). We offer a solution to many whose behaviors about food and body image can be understood as addiction.

Click here for more information

Free

"We provide free expert advice and support for homeowners in all stages of mortgage delinquency."

You’re not alone. Let our experts help you discover the best foreclosure prevention options for you and your home.

As scary as it may feel to fall behind on your rent or mortgage, there are steps you can take and programs you can use to rehabilitate your loan, repair your relationship with your landlord, and keep you in your home. Foreclosure and eviction counseling is offered free to any homeowner or renter concerned about their ability to manage their monthly mortgage or rent payments and is a great first step on the road to rehabilitation.

Foreclosure and eviction counseling includes a one-on-one conversation with a trained specialist. You’ll work together with your counselor, discussing the cause of your issues, reviewing your finances, and deciding on an action plan to help you meet your goals. Since MMI is not a lender, we do not provide consumer loans. We can, however, if needed, help connect you with a lender or mortgage servicer to begin the rehabilitation process for your delinquent mortgage.

It’s important to note, however, that the sooner you act, the more options you have. Our counselors are certified and trained to create a plan of action designed just for you and your situation. We don't just offer general advice - we help you take action. Keep in mind that your options will vary depending on your specific circumstances. It’s possible that there may not be a way to prevent a foreclosure that's already in progress. That’s why it’s important to seek help as soon as you begin to struggle. So don’t wait until you feel absolutely desperate - take action as soon as you realize you need help.

Who can benefit?

• Those worried about making next month's mortgage or rent payment
• Those who are already behind on their mortgage or rent payments
• Those worried they may lose their home

The Importance of Housing Counseling for Renters:
Many housing counseling agencies are committed to serving clients that are rent burdened or may be facing eviction. The collection of resources on this page are for housing counselors working with clients to prevent eviction. Families struggling to keep up with rent and utility costs are often living one emergency or misstep away from losing their housing.

Housing counseling agencies play an essential role in reducing evictions by:

Helping clients identify an affordable unit
Providing information to renters on tenant rights and fair housing issues
Counseling on household budgeting and good rental practices
Connecting clients with community resources

Will you talk to my lender?
Your counseling session is completely confidential. We won't speak to any third party unless you ask us to.

The sooner you start, the more options you’ll have
If you're feeling anxiety about your home, the worst thing you can do is nothing. Our foreclosure experts are available 24/7 to help you understand your options and start taking action to avoid a potential foreclosure.

Begin the course online here.

            Or

Connect by phone:

Schedule an appointment or begin immediately.

Contact us at 866-889-9347.

Click here to review more neccesary information regarding foreclosure and eviction.

This program provides counseling to consumers on seeking, financing, maintaining, renting, or owning a home. The program also addresses homelessness through counseling and assists homeowners in need of foreclosure assistance.

The servicer must mail you a Notice of Default and Intent to Accelerate. ("Accelerate" means to demand that the entire balance of the loan be repaid). This notice has to give you at least 20 days to cure the default. (Tex. Prop. Code § 51.002(d) (2024).) The breach letter that the servicer sends can satisfy this requirement.

Notice of Sale. After the cure period expires, and at least 21 days before the foreclosure sale, the servicer then mails a Notice of Sale to each borrower. The servicer must also post the Notice of Sale at the courthouse door and file it with the county clerk. (Tex. Prop. Code § 51.002(b) (2024).)

Agencies must provide counseling without charge to persons who demonstrate they cannot afford the fees;
Agencies must inform clients of the fee structure in advance of providing services;
Fees must be commensurate with the level of services provided.

Whether you’ve lost your job, are struggling to make ends meet, or are currently delinquent; don’t wait to contact us.

Federal law generally requires the servicer to wait until the loan is over 120 days delinquent before officially starting a foreclosure. However, in a few situations, like if you violate a due-on-sale clause or if the servicer is joining the foreclosure action of a superior or subordinate lienholder, the foreclosure can begin sooner.

In Texas, the foreclosing lender has to give two notices of the foreclosure: a notice of default and a notice of sale.

Notice of Default and Intent to Accelerate. The servicer must mail you a Notice of Default and Intent to Accelerate. ("Accelerate" means to demand that the entire balance of the loan be repaid). This notice has to give you at least 20 days to cure the default. (Tex. Prop. Code § 51.002(d) (2024).) The breach letter that the servicer sends can satisfy this requirement.

Notice of Sale. After the cure period expires, and at least 21 days before the foreclosure sale, the servicer then mails a Notice of Sale to each borrower. The servicer must also post the Notice of Sale at the courthouse door and file it with the county clerk. (Tex. Prop. Code § 51.002(b) (2024).)

Foreclosure prevention counseling is provided for free. There is no cost and no risk to use this service.

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope. There are no dues or fees for AA membership. It is a nonprofessional, self-supporting, nondenominational, multiracial, apolitical organization open to anyone who wants to stay sober and help other alcoholics achieve sobriety.

For more information contact the service office at 210-821-6325 or the 24-Hour Help Line at 210-828-6235.

Everyone is welcome. The group has voted to allow all comers to attend the meeting. Usually, only Alcoholics speak.

This is an open meeting and is held virtually on Zoom.

Click here to join on Zoom. Meeting ID: 860 9933 4962,
Password: Freedom

Are you lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer and looking for a healthcare professional you can trust?

GLMA’s online Provider Directory can help. Search for primary care providers, specialists, therapists, dentists, and other health professionals in your area.

Click here to learn more and access GLMA's directory of LGBTQ-welcoming healthcare providers.

Languages spoken

• English
• Spanish
• French
• Hindi
• Chinese Mandarin
• Russian
• Arabic
• American Sign Language
• Portuguese
• Tagalog

The service is free and you do not need to register.

Using the 988 Lifeline is free. When you call, text, or chat the 988 Lifeline, your conversation is confidential. The 988 Lifeline provides you with judgment-free care. Talking with someone can help save your life.

Services:

Veterans, Service Members, and their Loved Ones
Veterans, active service members, and their loved ones can reach the Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) 24/7/365 by calling 988 and pressing 1, texting 838255, or chatting. Learn more about the VCL.

Spanish-Speakers
988 Lifeline voice, text, and chat options are offered in Spanish. To call a Spanish-speaking counselor, dial 988 and then press 2. To text with a Spanish-speaking counselor, text AYUDA to 988. To chat with a Spanish-speaking counselor, please start a chat in Spanish.

LGBTQI+ Youth and Young Adults

LGBTQI+ people under 25 can access 24/7/365 LGBTQI+ support via 988 chat or by text by typing PRIDE. You will be asked if you want to opt-in to this support before you are connected to a counselor. People can also call 988 and press 3 to be connected to LGBTQI+ services.

Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing People
Deaf and Hard of Hearing people have 24/7/365 access to 988 Videophone, which can be accessed by clicking on ASL Now.

For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988.

Free

Closed meetings are for A.A. members only, or for those who have a drinking problem and “have a desire to stop drinking.”

Click here for the latest details on this group.

This is a closed virtual AA meeting.

• Online
• Closed
• Discussion

Zoom ID: 853 9952 1730 PW: 164

Free

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism.

Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.

Click here for the latest details on this group.

This group meets virtually on Zoom.

Meeting Id: 843 534 654, Passcode: 542861.

• Open
• Discussion

Free

Ainsley's Angels of America understands and values what it means to lose a loved one. We are excited to be working on resources to help you in times of need after losing someone close to you. We will be actively updating and editing this page with resources and information about our very own grief camp experience.

Stay tuned and check back regularly for updates.

Click here to view a list of resources.

These are some articles listed on our website to help guide you through this hard time:

• Grief Support
• Dealing with Death
• When Grief Doesn't Ease
• When Grief is Unacknowledged
• For Friends of the Bereaved

Do you know someone who is grieving? Or perhaps you are looking for a support group? These articles give ways to comfort the bereaved and find support:

• What to Say When You Don’t Know What to Say
• Techniques Used to Assist the Bereaved
• A Support System is Just a Call Away
• Friends Don't Let Friends Grieve Alone
• When Someone's Grief Becomes Alarming

Free.

The following are some tools available to assist you in your healing journey. Contact us to discuss other resources and find a personalized solution to support you on the road to recovery.

• Subscribe to 365 Days of Healing emails
• GriefShare website
• Web Healing website
• When Families Grieve guide by Sesame Street
• List of Helpful Children's Books
• Advice from Judith Acosta

Children and their feelings are often overlooked when death occurs. Age plays an important part in how much children understand and how we can help them with their grief.

These articles explain how children grieve and ways to support them:

• Children's Developmental Stages Concepts of Death and Responses
• Experiencing Grief as a Teenager
• Guidelines for Children Attending Funerals and Memorial Services
• Guidelines for Helping Grieving Children
• Helping Children Cope With Public Tragedies and Natural Disasters
• What to Say When a Child Asks about Death

Free.

VITAS Healthcare support groups provide information and guidance to those experiencing grief and loss.

We offer an assortment of phone-in support groups and Zoom video support groups, free of charge, to help meet the needs of caregivers. These support groups are offered by VITAS Bereavement Services.

There is a grief group for everyone. Some of the support groups include:

• COVID Loss
• Parental Loss for Adults
• Widow's Loss (Women Only)
• Sibling's Loss
• LGBTQ+ and Grief
• Spousal Loss
• Parental Loss

Click here for current support groups available

If you'd like to participate in a Zoom video support group, you can view these instructions.

If you have questions about a grief support group, you may contact VITAS Bereavement Services at the location nearest to you.

Click here to register for a group.

Free.

It's About Connection

Individuals who have never been in a group are often surprised to discover that they truly enjoy the experience and make significant strides they would not have otherwise made in individual therapy. Groups also allow for exponential multiplication of time and energy. Just one week of Innova's group therapy program is equivalent to over 3 months of individual therapy.

Intensive Outpatient Programs

Our Intensive Outpatient (IOP) treatment offers the option of joining from the comfort and privacy of your home on your smartphone or laptop. You will attend group meetings, with no more than 8-12 in a group, for three days a week.

Typically, the program lasts 12 weeks, depending on individual progression. Our team will walk you from your initial phone call to having you join your first meeting, to ensure you always have support.

• For women, led by women, our goal is to offer support on your journey to recovery using several techniques and methods.
• For Men, leave our program with less irritability, a greater understanding of how to deal with life's stress, and a more confident sense of self.
• Teens are more likely to engage in this setting as it feels safe and protected and speaks to their lifestyle.

Click here for a list of accepted insurance

This is an open Al-Anon meeting. Families, friends, and observers are welcome.

This meeting is currently meeting on Zoom only.

Meeting ID: 961 4934 9058 and Passcode: 000576; or click here.

• Open
• Zoom
• Al-Anon
• Families, Friends, and Observers Welcome
• English
• Monday & Thursday
• Child Care

If someone you know is struggling emotionally or having a hard time, you can be the difference in getting them the help they need. It’s important to take care of yourself when you are supporting someone through a difficult time, as this may bring up difficult emotions. If it does, please reach out for support yourself.

Do They Need Your Help?
Some warning signs may help you determine if a loved one is at risk for suicide, especially if the behavior is new, has increased, or seems related to a painful event, loss, or change. If you or someone you know exhibits any of these, seek help by contacting the 988 Lifeline.

Click here for Warning Signs

How Can You Help Them?
It can be scary when a friend or loved one is thinking about suicide. It’s hard to know how a suicidal crisis feels and how to act. Contact 988 at any time for help if a friend is struggling.

Click here for more information on the list below

• Contact a 988 Lifeline Center
• Use The Do's and Don'ts
• Use the 5 Action Steps
• Practice Active Listening
• Get More Info

Free

How Can You Help Yourself?

Healing, hope, and help can happen. Here are some ways to help you get through a crisis.

Click here for information on the list below and more

• Find A Therapist/Support Group
• Build A Support Network
• Use Your Support Network
• Make A Safety Plan
• Get More Info

Find Specific Resources For You
The 988 Lifeline is available for everyone. We also offer additional resources if you need them.

Free

When you don’t have the words or the time, Wonders & Worries is here. The helpline is free and fast – no scheduling or commuting.

The Wonders & Worries Helpline provides parent and professional consultations supporting families during a parent’s serious illness or injury.

You can connect with a trained clinician by calling 1-844-WE-WONDER or via email at [email protected]

If you are in immediate crisis we want you to get the level of support you need. Call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or use the chat box at 988lifeline.org. You can also text “MHA” to 741-741 to reach the Crisis Text Line.

FREE

The Heroes Helpline provides a FREE, entirely confidential, telephone support and referral service that allows first responders and healthcare workers to seek treatment without fear of judgment, stigma, or occupational threats.

If you or a loved one are experiencing suicidal thoughts call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 833-367-4689.

If you or a loved one are experiencing a life-threatening emergency call 911 or go to your nearest hospital.

Heroes Helpline is here for all first responders and healthcare workers in Texas.

Call Heroes Helpline 24/7 or click here to chat 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Our online HomePointe Center will provide you with many exciting and practical tools to strengthen your walk with the Lord and help you bless the lives of those around you. 

You will find resources for:

Living the single life, Getting ready for marriage, Building strong marriages, Introducing your child to Christ, Preparing your child for adolescence, Succeeding as a single parent, Blending families, Dealing with a rebellious teen, Navigating separation, divorce, and grief, and Coping with a difficult marriage. 

Most resources are free; others available at cost.

Buying a home is one of biggest financial commitments you can make.

Do I need homebuyer counseling or homebuyer education?
Homebuyer counseling and homebuyer education courses cover slightly different topics and may be required at different stages of the homebuying process.

Check with your lender before starting any homebuyer counseling or education course to ensure that it will satisfy the requirements of your program.

Homebuyer counseling:

• Is provided one-on-one with a counselor or as an instructor-led course,
• Must be completed before closing and preferably before selecting a home, and
• Is highly comprehensive with focus on understanding the entire mortgage process and the responsibilities of homeownership.

Homebuyer counseling and education can help anyone who plans on purchasing a house in the near future, but is especially helpful for consumers who:

• Are struggling to build a large enough down payment
• Worry that their credit may not be strong enough to qualify for a prime rate mortgage
• Don't understand the monthly costs associated with owning a home
• Need to complete a homebuyer counseling or education course in order to qualify for a specialized loan program

Prospective homeowners have two primary options: one-on-one homebuyer counseling and self-guided homebuyer education courses.

Homebuyer Counseling

During a one-on-one homebuyer counseling session you'll work together with a trained counselor to review your finances and formulate a plan to help you find a home you can afford. The goal is to help you understand where you stand and what steps you'll need to take in order to save an adequate down payment, qualify for an affordable mortgage, and successfully manage the month to month costs of homeownership.

If applicable, your counselor may discuss available loan programs and their requirements.

You should leave your session with a budget, a clearly defined plan of action, and a certificate of completion (if applicable).

Online Homebuyer Education Courses

In additional to live, one-on-one homebuyer counseling, MMI also offers online homebuyer education courses. 

What types of homebuyer counseling and education do you offer?
We offer a variety of homebuyer counseling and education programs to satisfy most loan requirements.

These courses are self-paced, engaging, and mobile-friendly. All courses are available in both English and Spanish. Each course is designed to prepare you for every facet of the home buying process. You can sign-up and begin a course at any time.

After successfully completing your program, you’ll receive an action plan and a homebuyer counseling and education certificate.

Check with your lender to see what type of certificate you need before starting.

What is Down Payment Assistance?
Down payment assistance is usually a loan or grant provided by a third party, although some assistance programs offer tax breaks instead. These programs are typically funded by government agencies, charities, or private foundations. Assistance can work in a variety of ways.

For example, the Chenoa Fund is a program that offers eligible FHA-insured home loan borrowers 3.5% of the home’s purchase price as a 0% interest second mortgage with a 30-year term. This interest-free second mortgage helps cover the cost of the down payment and is typically forgiven as long as the borrower makes 36 consecutive, on-time payments on the first mortgage.

Most programs are similar, offering funds at little or no interest to help cover the down payment. They may even offer loan forgiveness under certain circumstances.

Eligibility

• A homeowner is eligible for counseling if
  the loan is secured by the homeowner’s principal residence.
• the home loan is not assisted by the Farmers Home Administration.
• the homeowner is, or is expected to be, unable to make payments, correct
  a home loan delinquency within a reasonable time, or resume full home
  loan payments because of a loss in income owing to
  –     an involuntary loss of, or reduction in, the homeowner’s employment, the homeowner’s self-employment, or income from the pursuit of the homeowner’s occupation; or
  –     any similar loss or reduction experienced by any person who contributes to the homeowner’s income            Contents of notice :
• The notice must:
  1. notify the homeowner of the availability of any homeownership counseling offered by the creditor.
  2. provide either a list of HUD-approved nonprofit homeownership counseling organizations or the toll-free number3 HUD has established through which a list of such organizations may be obtained.
  Timing of notice:
  1.The notice must be given to a delinquent homeowner borrower no later

Who Qualifies for Down Payment Assistance?
Down payment assistance programs are highly localized, so the required qualifications will be unique to each program. However, a few common qualifications apply to many programs, including the following:

• You’re a first-time homebuyer
• You’re a low-income borrower (check the program’s income requirements)
• The down payment assistance program is directly connected to select loan programs
• You may be required to use a specific list of participating lenders for your mortgage

Additionally, most programs require that the property being purchased will be your primary residence. In other words, people looking to buy a second house or a rental property wouldn’t qualify for down payment assistance.

What is Required to Be Accepted into a Program?
Different down payment assistance programs have different requirements. Some may require that you complete first-time homebuyer counseling (or an online course). Some may require that you participate in a support program to ensure that you successfully manage your payments. Some may offer benefits for consistently making full, on-time payments (or penalties for failing to do so).

The online course prices range from $35 to $99.

Pre-Purchase / First Time Homebuyer Counseling: Fee is $149.
Intended for consumers planning on buying a home and interested in understanding more about the process. (Includes a complete review of the homebuyers’ current finances and an overview of the costs and considerations that come with owning a home.)

High-Cost Loan Counseling: Fee is $159.
Intended for consumers closing on a “high-cost” mortgage. The Home Ownership and Equity Protection Act (HOEPA) defines high-cost mortgages as loans where the annual percentage rate (APR) is substantially higher than the average prime rate offer for similar mortgages. (HOEPA requires that consumers receive homebuyer counseling to understand the costs and other implications of such a loan before the loan can be closed.)

HomeREACH Mortgage Prep Program: Fee varies on total # of check-ins.
Designed for consumers interested in homeownership who may not currently qualify for a mortgage because of credit issues, a poor debt-to-income ratio, or other reasons.
Begins with an initial session to determine what needs to be addressed, followed by monthly check-ins to monitor progress, and capped with a final counseling session when you’re ready to purchase a home.

Online homebuyer education courses
Self-paced online homebuyer education courses are available to begin anytime. For program details, visit our course listing.

Check with your lender before beginning an online homebuyer education course to ensure that it satisfies the requirements of your loan program.

Note: All online homebuyer education course links will direct you to another website.

Essentials for Buying a Home ($45) - This program meets HUD and National Industry Standards for homebuyer programs, and to provide the tools and education you need for successful long term homeownership. Learn the ins and outs of the home buying process from the experts at MMI.

Framework($75) - The Framework program meets all HUD and National Industry Standards for homebuyer programs and is mobile-friendly for your convenience. Learn how much you can afford, how to choose the best loan for you, how to close on your home, and more.

eHome America ($99) - This program meets the National Industry Standards for homebuyer education and designed to give you the knowledge to confidently manage the homebuying process. If you're a first-time homebuyer looking to understand the process or need a homebuyer education certificate in order to qualify for a loan, eHome America is the course for you!

Homelink is San Antonio and Bexar County’s local Coordinated Entry System—a uniform, community-wide approach to connecting people who are homeless or at imminent risk of becoming homeless to housing resources.

There are five Homelink Access Points:

Homeless Connections Hotline (call-in assessments only)

• (210) 207-1799
• Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM -11:45 AM & 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

YASS Center (in-person only, ages 18-24)

• 1215 W Poplar St, San Antonio, TX, 78207
• Monday – Friday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Haven for Hope (in-person only)

• 1 Haven for Hope Way
• Monday – Friday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

American GI Forum, N Flores (in-person only)

• 611 N Flores Suite 200
• Monday – Friday 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

American GI Forum, San Pedro Ave (in-person only)

• 206 San Pedro Ave
• Monday – Friday 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Note: Close to Home does not provide direct assistance such as shelter, food resources, or case management. If you are experiencing or at risk of homelessness, please complete an assessment through one of the Homelink Access Points below (either in-person or by phone). If you are already on the Homelink waitlist for supportive housing, you can maintain your active status by contacting an Access Point.

To be eligibile for services through HomeLink, an individual or family household must:

• be homeless or at risk of homelessness; or
• be fleeing or attempting to flee domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking; and
• meet the low-income limit; and
• have a referring agency that provides at least 90 days of post-move-in housing stabilization case management, and
• complete an assessment at a HomeLink Access Point. 

To maintain eligibility, an individual or family household must:

• participate in services and/or
• update their living situation with an Access Point, network partner, or Street Outreach every 30 days.

Free

Engage, connect, and learn from fellow providers, family members, and individuals in the IDD community.

Together, we’re building a vibrant network that enhances care, strengthens relationships, and empowers the IDD community.

Be the first to know! Join our waitlist and get notified when Giv’s free IDD community launches.

Click here to join the waiting list.

Everyone is welcome!

This dynamic online platform brings together agency owners, DSPs, state officials, support coordinators, individuals with disabilities, and their families.

Free

Feeling overwhelmed? You are not alone. Connect with our supportive community that’s touched 72 million lives around the world. We’ll create a personalized plan with proven strategies to help you feel better, fast. Get started today!

It can be hard to grow without support from others. We come alongside you and teach you skills that create long-term results through habit and behaviour change.

Teen, Adults, Older Adults.

Click here to find your community.

Free

Want to help your friends, family, and neighbors reach their goals — and get capital — so you can all move up, together?

At UpTogether, we believe every person is an expert in their own life.

After listening to and learning from thousands of families over the past 20 years, we know people can and will move up together when they are recognized for their initiative, supported for their self-determination, and provided access to resources according to their strengths, not deficits.

UpTogether members are parents and caregivers, entrepreneurs and community organizers, college graduates and homeowners, Boomers, and Millennials, and much, much more, all working together to accomplish the goals they have set for themselves, both individually and collectively. There is a richness in the diversity their lived experiences bring to the UpTogether Community.

When it comes to race and ethnicity, UpTogether Community members are more similar. Our membership is reflective of the reality we face in America with Black, Indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC), experiencing low wealth and poverty at a disproportionate rate. This is due to systemic racism in the form of discriminatory policies and practices, and not individual behaviors or cultural characteristics. With this in mind and a focus on centering equity, the overwhelming majority of UpTogether Community members are also part of the BIPOC community.

Want to learn more about our members, how they use their UpTogether investments, and what they’re doing in their communities? Click here.

To join the UpTogether Community, click here and create an account.

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Call in: 1-346-248-7799 

Meeting ID:  89374940995
Passcode: 154466

Are you experiencing domestic abuse?

Call us; Advocates are available to take your call 24/7, 365 days a week

Hotline: 800-495-8078.

Services are free and confidential!

Our trauma-trained advocates are ready to assist individuals affected by domestic violence and those reaching out on their behalf. We provide free and confidential crisis intervention, safety planning, support services, and referrals for families and children impacted by domestic violence.

KCWS provides safe, emergency shelter in a supportive environment where Texas Hill Country victims of domestic violence and their children can begin the healing process and receive the support services they need to build new lives.

If you are a victim of domestic violence and are in need of shelter, call us today.

If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

The National Domestic Violence Hotline is also available at

1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

To access TTY for deaf clients, please call 1-800-787-3224.

What is domestic abuse? Domestic abuse can be physical, sexual, emotional, verbal, economic, and/or psychological. The perpetrator's intention, whether conscious or unconscious, is to establish control over the victim. Not all forms are illegal, and physical signs may not always be evident. Arm yourself with knowledge.

Still not sure? Click here for further information and examples of domestic abuse.

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Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through our contributions. AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy, neither endorses nor opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.

Click here for the latest details on this group.

This is an open online meeting

For Zoom information, email [email protected]. 

Free.

Just a conversation with whoever joins the group that day. We talk about significant things like our recovery challenges and also things like our pets, the weather, etc. It's friendly and uplifting!

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A general support call with no topics. 

Call in: 1-346-248-7799    

Meeting ID: 82847440819  

Passcode: 855522

Veterans can experience a range of life events, opportunities, and challenges after they leave the military:

• Sharing LGBTQ+ Identity With Providers

Click here to learn about the resources and support available for Veterans who have faced challenges related to coming out as a person who identifies as LGBTQ+.

• Death of Family Members or Friends

Click here to learn more about experiencing the death of family members or friends, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you cope with loss.

• Families & Relationships

Click here to learn more about families and relationships, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you overcome family and relationship issues.

• Financial & Legal Issues

Click here to learn more about experiencing financial and legal issues, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you overcome challenges.

• Homelessness

Click here to learn more about experiencing homelessness, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources available for homeless Veterans.

• Work-Related Problems

Click here to learn more about challenges related to jobs and employment, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you overcome work-related issues.

• Physical Injury

Click here to learn more about managing a physical injury, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you live well.

• Preparing for Deployment

Click here to learn more about preparing for deployment, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you cope.

• Retirement & Aging

Click here to learn about retirement and aging, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you transition.

• Spirituality

Click here to learn more about spirituality, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you overcome concerns related to spiritual issues.

• Student Veterans / Higher Education

Click here to learn more about being a student Veteran, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you overcome challenges.

• Transitioning From Service

Click here to learn more about transitioning from service, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you overcome transition challenges.

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