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The title of this manual, Welcome Stranger, is purposeful. An Alzheimer’s patient becomes a stranger in that their behavior, likes, dislikes, and actions change from what we have previously known and lived with in prior years.

This guide is not intended to be a primer to understanding Alzheimer’s disease but rather to provide a few meaningful ways to make the job of care giving less onerous and life more pleasant for both parties.

Click here to download.

Updated within the last month

Click here to find Parent's Corner and a list of FAQS that includes topics such as:

  • What is Special Education?
  • What is an IEP?
  • What's the difference between an IEP and a 504 Plan?
  • What is IDEA?
  • What is Autism?
  • What is Down Syndrome?
  • and much more!

Click here for support and resources including:

Updated within the last 1 month.

Ventanilla De Salud (VDS), in collaboration with the Mexican Consulate, provides health education and health service referrals to the San Antonio immigrant community. The objective of the VDS is to improve access to primary and preventive health services, increase coverage in public insurance and promote a culture of health prevention for Mexicans living in the United States. In addition, VDS can provide information on educational, legal, and financial guidance.

You can also make your inquiry by email at [email protected] or by phone at (210)956-6943, (210) 227-9145 ext. 3626, or from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM at (210) 433-9922 ext. 235.

VDS operates at the Consulate of Mexico.

Monday & Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
Martha Lopez Send email
(210) 956-6943
Updated within the last 1 month.

AWC's licensed counselors, nurses, and client advocates walk alongside women in crisis by offering:

Free STI Testing
AWC Centers (formerly Any Woman Can) tests and treats for Gonorrhea and Chlamydia. We partner with Metro Health to test for Syphilis, HIV, Chlamydia, and Gonorrhea monthly.

Free Pregnancy Tests
AWC Centers offer pregnancy tests and information about your pregnancy options. Our trained nurses and client advocates will walk alongside you throughout the process and provide unconditional support.

Free First Trimester Ultrasound
We provide first-trimester ultrasounds to evaluate for intrauterine, viable pregnancy.

Options Education
Are you considering abortion, have questions about pregnancy healthcare, or exploring adoption options? We’re here to help you navigate your choices and provide support every step of the way.

While we do not perform or refer for abortions, we believe you deserve accurate, compassionate information to make an informed decision that’s right for you. Reach out today—our caring team is here to listen and support you.

Free Individual + Couples Counseling
Licensed professional counselors and interns provide confidential counseling services.

  • Crisis pregnancy
  • Sexual abuse or sexual assault
  • Self-esteem or relationship issues
  • Anxiety, depression, or emotional instability
  • Coercion into commercial sex
  • Post-abortion counseling
  • Counseling for individuals and couples

Free.

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
Updated within the last 1 month.

The SAISD Community Education program identifies, assesses and promotes the learning needs and interests of the community by building relationships with families and local community businesses. The goal is to create partnerships with families and community members that will increase participation in family enrichment activities.

The program is designed to raise student academic performance, attendance, and retention which strengthen the community and increase opportunities of an improved quality of life. In collaboration with over 45 community partners, SAISD offers free community education classes in the following strands:

  • Family Literacy
  • Healthy and Active Lives
  • Financial Literacy
  • Digital Literacy
  • College & Career Exploration to include TSI Prep. 
  • Community Enrichment and Leadership. 

Community member attendance in these classes enhance and upgrade employment skills and provide exposure to resources and support from the community that markedly increase participant self-confidence and advance their education, which allow them to assist their children academically and be a role model for family and friends.

Click here for more information. 

Free

Connectivity Resources
  • Computer Skills Classes
Margarita Huantes Learning Center
(210) 554-2453
Updated within the last 1 month.

ReadyKidSA is your one-stop resource for raising Happy Healthy Ready Kids.

ReadyKidSA is a coalition of organizations across Bexar County that builds on successful child and family programs in San Antonio. Our partners offer a wide range of support services designed to help individuals and families navigate the different challenges that arise with each phase of life.

Hours
Monday: 8:15 AM - 4:45 PM
Tuesday: 8:15 AM - 4:45 PM
Wednesday: 8:15 AM - 4:45 PM
Thursday: 8:15 AM - 4:45 PM
Friday: 8:15 AM - 4:45 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Kevin Femmel Send email
Updated within the last year

Special Care Services can provide daily social interaction or clinical insight into your healthcare right from your own home. Advanced technology can provide early intervention to signs and symptom management while reducing the number of hospitalizations each year. A Care Coordinator will meet with you to create an individualized care plan that is tailored to your needs.

Some of the services include:

  • A complimentary telephone reassurance program that provides companionship to seniors and disabled adults.
  • Balance Tracking System - A computerized balance assessment tool that provides an objective, accurate, and reliable fall risk assessment.
  • Remote Patient Monitoring. Monitoring and reporting of health vital signs and continuous access to a clinical call center.
  • Personal Emergency Response – An easy-to-use medical alert system that lets you summon any type of help whenever you need it…any time of day or night.
  • 24/7 Virtual Care Agent. Providing around the clock data-based insights and recommendations.
  • Senior Living Referral Services. 

To learn more about the services provided, click here.

To get a personal consultation, click here.

Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Updated within the last month

The Social and Health Research Center (SAHRC) is certified to teach the National DPP. This program was created to address the increasing number of individuals developing prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. Additionally, the National DDP has created a partnership between the SAHRC and the CDC offering evidence-based, cost-effective interventions that help people live healthier lives and prevent type 2 diabetes.

The SAHRC offers this adult Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)-recognized lifestyle change program as part of their chronic disease prevention that focuses on:

  • healthy eating
  • physical activity
  • prevention of obesity
  • diabetes
  • cardiovascular disease

Evidence shows that people with prediabetes who take part in a structured lifestyle change program can cut their risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 58% (71% for people over 60 years old).”

Click here for more information.

Who is eligible?

  • 18 or older
  • Family history of type 2 diabetes
  • Been diagnosed with prediabetes by a healthcare provider
  • BMI 25+

To start your DPP health and wellness journey call (210) 533-8886.

Check out our other ¡Viva Bien! Blog topics!

  • Fitness
  • Health and Diabetes
  • Healthy Recipes
  • Mental Health
  • Uncategorized

IG is https://www.instagram.com/_sahrc_/

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Updated within the last month

Four times each year, in partnership with the Christian Medical and Dental Association, we host an 8-hour Health and Wellness Day where individuals can receive free dental and medical care.

Most dental procedures are offered, from X-rays and exams to restorative procedures and oral surgery.

Medical care normally includes pain management, HIV/AIDS testing, immunizations, women's health, and health education.

Our primary target is the chronically homeless individual without care, but we also serve the situationally homeless and under-served populations as space allows.

Contact Church Under the Bridge for next date and times.
Dianne Talbert Send email
(210) 569-4026
Updated within the last year

Community Health Workers, or Promotores de Salud, increase wellness by reaching out to, connecting with, and engaging underserved families and communities to help improve health outcomes for themselves, their families, and the communities in which they live.

Methodist Healthcare Ministries' Community Health Workers are certified by the Texas Department of State Health (DSHS).

Services include:

  • Establishing positive, trusting relationships with community residents in or from underserved communities.
  • Helping patients/clients, families, and underserved communities overcome barriers in language and culture to better connect to quality healthcare services and resources.
  • Connecting underserved populations to health care services and resources.
  • Providing informal counseling, support, and follow-up home visits for patients/clients.
  • Assist in making and maintaining community partnerships, collaborations, programs, and services.
Updated within the last 2 months.

Esther Vexler Yoga School (EVYS) offers a unique, well-rounded program that dives into hatha yoga and things that stem from the practice.

You will learn about:

  • alignment
  • modifications and props
  • yoga philosophy
  • and much more. 

We go beyond physical practice and strive to make the ancient wisdom of yoga accessible and valuable for yoga teachers.

Hours
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: CLOSED
Friday: CLOSED
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sunday: CLOSED

Updated within the last 1 month.

Herbal wisdom, integrative health and nutrition, and Western medicine.

San Antonio Fatherhood Campaign, parts of the program include:

Bexar County Reflejo Court

The Reflejo Court targets the domestic violence offender with the intent to reduce recidivism 
among this population through intense supervision by a multi-disciplinary team that includes a prosecutor, public defender, coordinator, case manager, treatment provider, and law enforcement led by Judge Rosie Speedlin Gonzalez. Each practitioner in the team provides a necessary service to the violent offender to address the core issues that lead to the violence.

Reflejo Court addresses:

  • substance abuse disorders
  • mental health, trauma
  • other ancillary needs that fuel domestic violence

Link here to visit the Family Health and Wellness

Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Updated within the last 1 month.

A Wesley Nurse is a faith-based community nurse. The professional practice of the Wesley Nurse is not limited to the physical dimension of medical needs; rather, it includes a mind, body and spirit holistic approach.

Programs and services include:

  • Health education
  • Individualized diabetes education
  • Diabetic supplies
  • Referral assistance
  • Facilitation of resources
  • Exercise classes

While the Wesley Nurse program is a component of Methodist Healthcare Ministries' ecumenical outreach and located within churches, it does not teach a set of denominational beliefs.

All members of the community are welcome.

Free.

Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM , 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM , 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Updated within the last year

Infectious disease care is provided through a partnership between University Health and UT Health San Antonio. As an academic medical center, we offer our patients leading-edge treatment based on the most current research in a safe environment.

Click here for more information

Hours
Monday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Updated within the last 4 months.

The pediatric dietitians at University Children’s Health work with your child’s entire care team to ensure your child gets the nutrition they need to grow up strong. Whether your child was recently diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes or is preparing for a transplant, our dietitians have the expertise to offer advice and education to your care team and family.

Click here to learn more information.

Hours
Monday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Updated within the last 4 months.

Healthy Relationships is a multisession, small-group, skills-building program for men and women living with HIV/AIDS. The program is designed to reduce participants’ stress related to safer sexual behaviors and disclosure of their serostatus to family, friends, and sex partners. The program is based on social cognitive theory, which states that people learn by observing others successfully practicing new behavior.

  • Defining stress and reinforcing coping skills with HIV-positive people across three life areas:
  • Disclosing to family and friends
  • Disclosing to sex partners and
  • Building healthier and safer relationships
  • Using modeling, role-play, and feedback to teach and practice skills related to coping with stress.
  • Teaching decision-making skills around the issue of disclosure of HIV status.
  • We provide participants with personal feedback reports to motivate a change in risky behaviors and continuance of protective behaviors.
  • We use popular movie clips to set up disclosure and risk-reduction scenarios to stimulate discussions and role-plays.

Click here for more information or to register.

Updated within the last 2 months.

Many Men, Many Voices (3MV) is a seven-session, group-level intervention developed to prevent HIV and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among black men who have sex with men (MSM) who may or may not identify themselves as gay. The intervention addresses factors that influence the behavior of black MSM: cultural, social, and religious norms; interactions between HIV and other STDs; sexual relationship dynamics; and the social influences that racism and homophobia have on HIV risk behaviors.

  • Enhance self-esteem related to racial identity and sexual behavior.
  • Educate clients about HIV risk and sensitize them to personal risk.
  • Educate clients about interactions between HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases and sensitize them to personal risk.
  • Develop risk reduction strategies.
  • Build a menu of behavioral options for HIV and other STD risk reduction, including those that one can act on individuals and those that require partner involvement.
  • Train in risk reduction behavioral skills.
  • Enhance self-efficacy related to behavioral skills.
  • Train in partner communication and negotiation.
  • Provide social support and relapse prevention.

Click here for more information or to register.

Hours
Monday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday: CLOSED

Updated within the last 2 months.

AARC is one of the largest and most experienced providers of LGBT health and mental health care, supported by a culturally sensitive team working to advance the care and treatment of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people.

Primary Care: AARC’s Health Equity Clinic (HEC) provides a safe space for licensed medical staff to conduct intakes and medical assessments while offering treatment services for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community in San Antonio, which historically one of the most medically underserved populations in South Texas. AARC contracts with LGBT and LGBT-friendly physicians and clinicians who are culturally sensitive and representative of the communities served. In addition to primary medical care, AARC Health Equity Clinic staff offer comprehensive information, referral, PrEP, HIV care and patient navigation services for LGBT patients and consumers.

AARC will utilize its LGBT clinic for health services outreach and education to LGBT organizations and the community throughout San Antonio. AARC Health Equity Clinic services are offered with respect and compassion for the diverse community we represent and serve.

HIV Specialty Care: AARC’S Health Equity Clinic offers people living with HIV a wide range of support services, including leading-edge medical care. AARC’s wrap-around care model practices a holistic approach to treatment, helping clients manage all aspects of living with HIV, through counseling, nutritional advice, and transportation support.

Nutritional Services: AARC provides home-delivered meals (Meals on Wheels) to individuals who are on home hospice, home health or who have been recently released from the hospital as well as on-site meals for those with multiple medical and social service appointments. All nutritional services are coordinated through AARC’s registered dietitian.

Pharmacy services include:

  • Private consultations with staff members who can answer your questions about medications, especially HIV-drug regimens and side effects
  • Free, confidential delivery in San Antonio (some restrictions apply)
  • Prescription refill assistance program
  • On-site assistance in English and Spanish

If you’re a client of our health center, pharmacy staff will work closely with your physician, nurse, nutritionist, case manager, and/or mental health provider to help you achieve your health care goals. (Pharmacy hours and phone: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM, 210.231.0383)

Behavioral Health: Mental Health Services are provided to individuals and families who are dealing with various life stressors. These services are conducted in a group or individual setting, and provided by Licensed Professional Counselors. All behavioral health programs are overseen by Howard Rogers, M.A., AARC’s Executive Director, also a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and by Dr. Robert Jimenez, AARC’s Medical Director, a psychiatrist with a history of working with individuals living with HIV.

  • Spanish and bilingual services are available.
  • The prescribing and monitoring of psychotropic medications to individuals with a diagnosed mental disorder and are provided by a licensed physician.
  • The provision of prevention and treatment to address substance abuse problems (including alcohol, legal and illicit drugs) in an outpatient setting. Substance Abuse groups revolve around an evidence based approach to treating substance abuse and involve both group as well as individual support.

Transgender Health 

Regardless of where you are at with your transition AARC’s priority is to foster a safe, sensitive environment where patients can receive gender-affirming care. Our providers specialize in transgender health and offer expert treatment and guidance.

We accept:

  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • United Health Care
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Superior

If you are uninsured, we can help determine your eligibility for medical and drug assistance programs.

Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Updated within the last 2 months.

We offer comprehensive services for people living with HIV. Whether you were recently diagnosed or if you are encountering barriers not allowing you to be in medical care, and are living in the San Antonio area we have support and services for you. 

Case Management: Our team of case managers and community health workers offer medical and non-medical case management to help you achieve your health goals.

Early Intervention: Were you recently diagnosed with HIV or want to return to care? The ASCEND program is here to guide you through the medical care system.

Health Insurance: AARC’s health insurance program can help you continue medical care without gaps in health insurance coverage or disruption of treatment.

Behavioral Health: Mental health services are provided to individuals and families who are dealing with various life stressors. Psychiatric services are also available.

Housing Services: AARC provides housing referrals and short-term rental, mortgage, utility assistance, and housing case management for those who qualify.

Transportation Services: From doctor appointments to your counseling sessions AARC’s transportation can you get there.

Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Updated within the last 1 month.

HIV-STI testing:

  • We provides a safe space to talk openly about you sexual health without judgement or shame
  • HIV testing is confidential with results in 60 seconds
  • HEP C testing results in 20 minutes
  • Syphilis testing is a finger prick with results in 15 minutes.
  • Gonorrhea and Chlamydia testing are swabs with results in 5-7 business days.
  • You do not need an appointment

HIV Self-Test kits

Test yourself in the privacy of your home or other location.

PrEP/PEP Screenings

SAConnect provides comprehensive PrEP and PEP services.

Linkage to care

If you test positive for HIV you’ll receive immediate care.

Health Education Risk Reduction (H.E.R.R.)

AARC’s HERR program provides support and Health education and Risk Reduction through client individual and group education sessions.

Clients are provided information on HIV and HIV-Health-related issues that demonstrates the importance of medication adherence and disease management.

Condom Distribution

We provide free condoms to individuals and businesses. We also offer condom education.

We offer free delivery or shipping for all condoms and lube orders in San Antonio. Click here or call (210)589-2958 to schedule your order.

Questions about which condom is best for you? Click the Connect with a Sexual Health Specialist by clicking the Chat button at the bottom of this page Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

HIV/STI 101 Education

Schedule an individual or group training session.

Call or text 210-589-2958 to schedule your free HIV/STI TEST, PREP, NPEP, or condom delivery, and someone will contact you within 24 hrs.

Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Late night testing is 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Updated within the last 1 month.

Through its ReCAST program, WestCare San Antonio partners with local nonprofit organizations to promote community resilience and equity through programs and services that include:

  • Capacity-Building Training
  • Improvement in Community and Police Relations
  • Healing Hubs
  • Intensive Case Management
  • Youth Leadership and Employment
  • Re-entry Programs
  • Go-Team Crisis Intervention
  • Community Organizing and Neighborhood Engagement
  • Drug-Free Communities

If your organization would like to partner with WestCare, call the number below.

ReCAST focuses on increasing access to resources in the Promise Zoneseveral ZIP Codes in San Antonio's long-neglected Eastside community.

Open 24 hours a day.
Updated within the last year

General Women's Wellness Care

  • Annual Physical
  • Pre-Pregnancy Counseling & Family Planning
  • FREE Pregnancy Testing
  • STD Counseling & Treatment
  • Gynecological Infections
    (Bacterial Vaginosis, Yeast, UTI, etc.)

Obstetrics (Pregnancy) Care

  • Prenatal Counseling & Education
  • Prenatal Care
  • Obstetric Deliveries
  • Post-Partum Check-Up & Education

We accept all insurance

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday: CLOSED Sunday: CLOSED
Metropolitan Women's Campus
(210) 225-5930
Updated within the last 4 months.

At CommuniCare, we offer a comprehensive range of services to address various reproductive health issues.

With 11 women's health medical clinics in San Antonio, Boerne, and Hays County, we are fully equipped to conduct routine well-women exams, provide family planning advice, and advanced diagnostic procedures such as minimally invasive gynecological surgery.

We offer:

  • Well-Woman Care Services
  • Gynecology Services
  • In-Office Procedures
  • In-Office Sonography 
  • Sexually Transmitted Disease Management
  • Gynecologic Surgery
  • Obstetrics Services

We accept all insurance

Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Paul Nguyen MHA
(210) 233-7000
Updated within the last 5 months.

We are a networking organization for the women of Dress for Success, a place to empower yourself, a place to give back.
At a PWG meeting, we begin with networking time and then a speaker shares in their area of expertise.

Topics taught and discussed include:

  • Financial Literacy
  • Health and Wellness
  • Balancing Work and Life
  • Time Management
  • Professional Development
  • Professional Image Consulting

Only for women

Free

Second Thursday: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (Networking time is available 30 minutes before the meeting.)
Lisa Trefger Send email
(210) 913-2424
Thelma Flores Send email
(210) 737-1515
Updated within the last 1 month.

Money Smart Classes: Case management staff, in partnership with financial organizations trained in FDIC curriculum, offer quarterly Money Smart classes at our public housing communities. Topics include: borrowing basics, pay yourself first, banking services, budgeting, repairing your credit, and homeownership.

Back To School Drives: FSS case managers organize back-to-school drives to help residents with costs of school supplies. The funds raised pay for school supplies, uniforms, immunizations and haircuts.

Health Fairs: Case managers participate in and support community health fairs.

Employment Fairs: Family Self-sufficiency provides residents information on upcoming job fairs and assists with transportation, resume preparation, interview technique and necessary job skills.

Summer Youth Employment: HABC provides youth, ages 14 to 24, the opportunity to learn on-the-job training during the summer months. Employment may be with HABC or with one of our partners.

Thanksgiving Baskets: During the holiday season, case and property management staff identify needy families and supply holiday meals to them.

None.

Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: CLOSED
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Closed Friday through Sunday.
Terry Michelle Trevino Send email
(210) 225-0071
Pamela Mitchell Send email
Updated within the last week

Community Health Workers, or Promotores de Salud, increase wellness by reaching out to, connecting with, and engaging underserved families and communities to help improve health outcomes for themselves, their families, and the communities in which they live.

Methodist Healthcare Ministries' Community Health Workers are certified by the Texas Department of State Health (DSHS).

Services include:

  • Establishing positive, trusting relationships with community residents in or from underserved communities.
  • Helping patients/clients, families, and underserved communities overcome barriers in language and culture to better connect to quality healthcare services and resources.
  • Connecting underserved populations to health care services and resources.
  • Providing informal counseling, support, and follow-up home visits for patients.
  • Aiding in the creation and maintenance of community partnerships, collaborations, programs, and services.

Methodist Healthcare Ministries’ Community Health Workers are certified by the Texas Department of State Health (DSHS) as:

  • Completed an approved 160 hours competency-based instructor training program.
  • Complete 20 hours of continuing education every two years approved by DSHS to renew their certification.
  • Required courses include Introduction to Community Health.
Community Health Worker
(800) 959-6673
Updated within the last 1 month.

Early Head Start and Head Start promote school readiness by encouraging parent involvement and through the cognitive, social, emotional, language, and physical development of children.

Early Head Start Requirements:
Age: 6 weeks to 3 years
Our Early Head Start Centers have an income-based requirement. Though, we encourage everyone to apply.

Hours vary by location.
Updated within the last 1 month.

Early Head Start Child Care Partnership is a new opportunity to support the partnering of Early Head Start Programs with Child Care Providers to expand the number of quality slots for infants and toddlers in San Antonio. Through partnership, Early Head Start grantees partner with center-based and family child care providers who agree to meet Early Head Start Program Performance Standards and Regulations and provide high-quality comprehensive, full-day, full-year services to infants and toddlers from low-income families.

The program provides early, continuous, intensive, and comprehensive child development and family support services that enhance the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of participating children. In addition, services provide young children ages birth to 36 months, with an array of comprehensive services including health, nutritional, behavioral, and family services.

Register at Family Service
(210) 299-2740
Pilgrim Head Start Center
(210) 525-0350
Updated within the last 1 month.

Promotoras are state-certified community health workers who offer in-home parenting courses focusing on parenting strengths, growth and development of children, establishing nurturing routines, and guiding children's behavior. The parent education classes use a hands-on curriculum with a concurrent children's program, educational groups, follow-up services, and networking activities. The goal is to ensure children are kindergarten-ready and children have a safe, nurturing home.

A unique pilot program created by Councilwoman Gonzales, along with Family Service, it uses a peer-to-peer mentor model, allowing trained community members known as Promotoras, as well as parents in the same targeted zip code areas, to provide valuable in-home healthcare education to families.

District 5, zip codes 78207 and 78205 primarily, but the Promotoras can serve families throughout Bexar County for families with children under the age of 10.

Updated within the last 1 month.

Early Head Start Child Care Partnership is a new opportunity to support the partnering of Early Head Start Programs with Child Care Providers to expand the number of quality slots for infants and toddlers in San Antonio. Through partnership, Early Head Start grantees partner with center-based and family child care providers who agree to meet Early Head Start Program Performance Standards and Regulations and provide high-quality comprehensive, full-day, full-year services to infants and toddlers from low-income families.

The program provides early, continuous, intensive, and comprehensive child development and family support services that enhance the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of participating children. In addition, services provide young children ages birth to 36 months, with an array of comprehensive services including health, nutritional, behavioral, and family services.

Register at Family Service
(210) 299-2740
Haven for Hope
(210) 220-2100
Updated within the last 1 month.

Our stand-alone pantry has tampons, menstrual pads, and other period products available.

Pantry is available to those in need 24/7.
Updated within the last 5 months.
1.61 miles away, 1213 Iowa St, San Antonio, TX, 78203 , D2

When you join the YMCA, you belong to a place where:

  • Parents find a safe, positive environment for children families spend quality time together.
  • Children and teens learn what they can achieve.
  • Adults connect with friends and learn how to live healthier lives.
  • Communities thrive because neighbors support each other and give back.
  • We all build relationships that further our sense of belonging.

Click here to learn about everything that is provided at this location.

Click here to learn about Excel After the Bell, the YMCA's after-school program for children and teens.

Membership is open to the entire community—regardless of age, income, or fitness level.

Membership includes access to all Greater San Antonio YMCA's.

Click here for membership information.

The Y provides programs and services to the entire community—regardless of an inability to pay. Financial assistance is awarded based on need. Click here to learn more and apply.

Hours
Monday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday: CLOSED

Holiday hours may vary.
Updated within the last 2 months.