Transportation in the form of bus tickets to pre-scheduled medical appointments or job interviews.

A monthly bus pass may be issued for new full time (32+ hours) permanent job.

Appointments must be verifiable.
Employment must be verified by a physical copy of an employment verification letter.

Social Services provided by AARC include:

• Case Management: Medical and Non-medical case management help individuals living with HIV/AIDS become self–sufficient and virally suppressed. Case managers utilize assessments, care coordination, advocacy for options and services to meet client’s comprehensive health needs.
  • Referrals to community resources
  • Medication and medical adherence
  • Linkage to medical care
  • Assist with obtaining HIV medication
  • Assist with applications for medical benefits
  • Client-centered services
• Health Insurance: The Health Insurance Premium–Aids Pharmaceutical Assistance (HIPCSA) program is intended to help HIV positive individuals continue medical care without gaps in health insurance coverage or disruption of treatment. This includes premium payments, office visit/lab co-payments, deductibles and medication co-pays. Funds are NOT available for co-payments associated with hospitalization and/or emergency room care.
• Housing Services: Alamo Area Resource Center maintains an affordable housing data base and provides housing referral and placement services. AARC also provides HOPWA Short Term Rental, Mortgage, Utility assistance (STRMU), Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) and housing case management for those who qualify.
• Patient Navigation: Patient navigation is a process by which an individual—a patient navigator—guides patients with HIV through and around barriers in the complex care system to help ensure timely diagnosis and treatment.
• Outreach Services: Outreach Services is the identification of people with unknown HIV disease, as well as those who know their status but are out-of-care. For help receiving or returning to care contact 210-204-5964.
• Thrive Early Intervention: Assists individuals recently diagnosed with HIV or those with HIV who have not yet established a regimen of regular medical care.
• Transportation: AARC transportation offers a shared-ride service for consumers that because of their disability are unable to access the public transit system. The purpose is to transport our clients to and from their medical appointments. If an AARC shuttle van is not available, we may transport you in a contracted vehicle, such as a taxi. Hours and direct line: Mon-Fri: 8am–4:30pm; 210-625-7222
• Support Groups: Alamo Area Resource Center (AARC) offers and provides space for a variety of different types of discussion, harm reduction, therapy, support and Healthy Relationship groups. Some are presented by AARC, while others are peer-led, organized, and presented by groups or entities not affiliated with AARC. Groups are free to attend and RSVP is not necessary unless stated otherwise. For information about each group and/or to learn about attendance guidelines, restrictions or requirements, contact our Behavioral Health Department at 210-591-0216

During your first visit with us, you will be meeting with our Intake Specialist who will collect all the eligibility documents as well as our agency documents in order to be eligible for services. You can expect to spend about 30-50 minutes with the Intake Specialist.

Be prepared to bring:

• Proof of positivity
• Proof of income
• Proof of residency
• Picture I.D

VIA Link is a pilot ride-sharing program designed to provide on-demand transit in the Northeast San Antonio area. People may reserve a van to take a trip with as many as five people going to various destinations.

Like Uber or Lyft service, customers can request a trip through a convenient app and can begin and end a trip anywhere within the pilot zone. They can also connect with the regular VIA bus service to continue their trip. (Download the app from Apple's App Store or Google Play.)

Click the website link below and scroll down to see the service area.

Ride VIA Link and enjoy the same low fares as VIA bus service.

A VIA Reduced Fare ID or Student ID is required and must be presented when riding to pay reduced fares or use discounted passes (children ages 5-13 years old and active-duty U.S. military in uniform are not required to show ID).

Blessing of Hands Ministries provides transportation to faith-based restoration homes in San Antonio and the surrounding area for alcohol- and drug-dependent individuals seeking treatment.

Free

In response to the COVID-19 crisis and social distancing, older adults and individuals with disabilities may get a ride to grocery stores offering curbside delivery/pickup. The service is provided by a group of entities: VIA and the PRESA Transportation Coalition (PRESA Community, Ride Connect Texas, St. Gregory the Great, Greater Randolph Area Senior Program, and Kirby Senior Center).

Must be a VIAtrans customer.

Older Adults and persons with disabilities can use this service to attend doctors’ appointments, shop for groceries, visit loved ones, or do other things to maintain a great quality of life. Our mission in providing rides is to help people maintain their independence.

60 years of age + & individuals with disabilities are eligible to use the service.

We recommend making reservations at least two weeks in advance. The program is very popular & fills up quickly! The charge is $5 per trip/ $10 round trip.

Presa Community Center provides transportation services for those who are unable to drive or use public transportation.

We provide rides to doctor appointments, shopping, visiting, or other things to maintain independence and a great quality of life.

This program serves seniors (60+) and people with disabilities.

Free

Individuals aged 60 and over are provided with 1/3 of their daily nutritional allowance through our lunch program in a safe and supportive environment. Seniors participate in socialization, recreation, health & wellness education, computer classes, as well as leadership development activities. They enjoy a variety of field trips, luncheons, arts and crafts. Outside experts are invited to present informative programs on topics of vital interest to seniors. In order to reduce isolation and empower senior’s wellness, we offer transportation to elders who have transitioned from drivers to riders.

Seniors over 60

$20 per year

The clinic addresses the medical and dental needs of people who cannot afford health insurance.

Services are provided on a sliding fee scale based upon ability to pay, household income and family size.

For three weeks prior to Judson ISD's move to two learning options (Face-to-Face or Virtual), a “Safe Haven” option provides face-to-face instruction for students who meet the following specific criteria:

• A student has no internet connectivity at home.
• A student receives Special Education Services through a specialized program such as Life Skills.
• A student is a child of a single parent or two working parents and childcare is unavailable.
• A student is a child of a first responder (law enforcement, fire department, EMS, medical hospital personnel, active duty military).

Click here for Judson ISD Safe Haven Guidelines for Parents.

Bus service is also available to Safe Haven students who live 2 miles or more from their campus. Click here to find your bus route and times.

For three weeks prior to Judson ISD's move to two learning options (Face-to-Face or Virtual), a “Safe Haven” option provides face-to-face instruction for students who meet the following specific criteria:

• A student has no internet connectivity at home.
• A student receives Special Education Services through a specialized program such as Life Skills.
• A student is a child of a single parent or two working parents and childcare is unavailable.
• A student is a child of a first responder (law enforcement, fire department, EMS, medical hospital personnel, active duty military).

Click here for Judson ISD Safe Haven Guidelines for Parents.

Bus service is also available to Safe Haven students who live 2 miles or more from their campus. Click here to find your bus route and times.