Advocacy/ Abogacia/ Legal Assistance

Advocacy, Inc. (800) 252-9108 (512) 454-4816 Web: http://www.advocacyinc.org 7800 Shoal Creek Blvd. #171-E Austin, TX 78757 Disability Rights Texas advocates rights for Texans of all ages with disabilities and mental illness.

Catholic Charities: Legal Help (210)433-3256 Web: http://www.ccaosa.org/legal_services.html 202 W. French Place, San Antonio, TX 78212 Catholic Charities provides assistance in guardianship services, immigration services, free legal clinics, and will services. All services provided are either free or reduced fee.

Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) (830) 626-2272 Web: http://www.casacentex.org 1619 E Common St Suite 301 New Braunfels, TX 78130 CASA volunteers advocate for abused and neglected children in the court system.

Disability Rights Texas (210)737-0499 Web: www.disabilityrightstx.org/resources/education 6800 Park Ten Blvd. Suite 208 N San Antonio 78213 Disability Rights Texas provides resources on TEA, Special Edu Eligibility, Special education services manual, Bullying resources, parent attorneys and advocates.

Guadalupe County Children’s Advocacy Center (830)303-4760 Web: www.gccac.net 424 N River Street Seguin, TX 78155

River City Advocacy (830)643-0200 Web: http://www.rivercityadvocacy.net/ 145 Landa St New Braunfels, TX 78130 River City Advocacy supports mental health recovery through peer-based programs and advocacy that benefit the community. Services include: support groups, life skills workshops, Art & Creative Expression, and counseling for individuals, couples, and families.

101 Advocacy: Special Education Advocate (210)722-9974 www.101advocacy.com Services that 101 Advocacy offers include : Helping families navigate through the special education and 504 process. Educating families on special education/504 laws, their rights, and implications of school district recommendations. Collaborating with parents to get effective educational programs and services from school districts. Assisting at Admission, Review, Dismissal (ARD) meetings. Reviewing the IEP to ensure it is written to meet individual student needs. Just to name a few.

Automotive Modifications/ Modificaciones de Automoviles

Restoring Mobility (830)625-4268 (830)626-0051 Web: http://restoringmob.com/ 709 Summerwood Dr., New Braunfels, TX 78130 Restoring Mobility sells and repairs wheelchairs and other disability equipment.

Behavior Management/ Entrenamiento de Conducta

Autism Cares (215)942-CARE (2273) Web: http://www.autismcaresfoundation.org/ The Autism Cares Foundation differentiates itself from other organizations raising funds for autism as our support revolves around improving the life experiences for children and young adults with autism today.

Autism Treatment Center (210)590-2107 Fax: 210-590-3143 Web: 1611 Nacogdoches Rd. San Antonio TX 78247 The Autism Treatment Center has a long-standing history of providing services to children and adults with autism in the community. Each person in the program follows an individualized, comprehensive learning program designed by a team of teachers, personal care assistants, administrators, various specialists/consultants, and the individual receiving services and their parent or guardian. This approach allows for small group settings (usually 1-3 students, and one-on-one student/teacher ratios when needed), a structured environment, on-going assessments, parent training, year-around services, and an atmosphere of acceptance and motivation Services include: residential, educational, adult services, diagnostics, therapy, information dissemination,

Brain Balance Center of New Braunfels (830)-609-9525 Web: http://www.brainbalancecenters.com/locations/new-braunfels/ 1551 N. Walnut Ave. Suite 1 New Braunfels, TX 78130 The Brain Balance Program is the most comprehensive approach to the treatment of autism, ADHD, Asperger’s syndrome, dyslexia, and the host of other neurobehavioral and neuroacademic disorders. It is a totally holistic program that has proven to achieve measurable changes in behavior and academic performance.

Catholic Charities: Counseling (210)433-3256 Web: http://www.ccaosa.org/counseling.html 202 W. French Place, San Antonio, TX 78212 Catholic charities offers site-based individual and family counseling for adults, adolescents and children, as well as spiritual direction and emotional development services in the Seguin, New Braunfels and Fredericksburg areas.

Center for Autism and Related Disorders (210) 366-0049 Web: http://sanantonio.centerforautism.com/ 11306 Sir Winston St., Building F, San Antonio, TX 78216 CARD's mission is to help individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) around the globe reach their maximum potential. Using evidenced-based principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA), CARD creates individualized treatment plans with goals tailored to each individual’s specific needs

Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Antonio/Counseling Program (210)533-1112 Web: http://www.jfs-sa.org/ 12500 NW Military Hwy Suite 250 San Antonio, TX 78231 JFS provides affordable counseling to clients of all ages including psychiatric services, services for seniors and case management services. Services are available to individuals and families of all ages, faiths, and backgrounds. Inquiries are welcome.

Lifeworks’ Resolution Counseling (512)735-2100 Web: http://www.lifeworksaustin.org/resolution.html 2001 Chicon, Austin, TX 78722 Fees are based on a sliding scale. Resolution Counseling helps individuals accused of domestic violence learn alternative strategies to deal with conflict and anger in their relationships.

New Life Children’s Center (830)964-4390 Web: http://www.upbring.org/programs-and-services/childrens-centers/new-life/ 560 Scarborough Road, Canyon Lake, TX 78133 This is a residential treatment center for severely troubled girls ages 11-17 addresses treatment for emotional disorders due to abuse and neglect

Camps/Campamentos

Camp Summit (972)-484-8900 Web: http://campsummittx.org/ 270 Private Road 3475 Paradise, TX 76073 Camp Summit is a "sleep away" camp for children and adults with disabilities. They offer weeklong camp sessions during spring break, summer and fall months as well as weekend sessions and respite days. Campers are offered a wide variety of traditional camp activities in our barrier-free environment all of which are adapted for the campers' abilities and not limited to their disabilities. There is no age limit for Camp Summit. The age range is 6-99 years old. No camper has ever been turned down for the severity of their disability or inability to pay.

Texas Elks Children’s services Summer Camp (830)875-2425 Web: http://www.texaselkscamp.org/ Lodge #1229 1963 F.M. 1586 Gonzales, TX 78629 Texas Elks support nearly 350 special needs children every summer. Any child with a special need, between the ages of 7 and 15, who is a resident of the state of Texas is eligible for admission to Texas Elks Camp.

Texas Lions Camp (830)303-5911 (830)896-8500 Web: http://www.lionscamp.com/ 142 Chaparral Dr., Seguin, TX 78155 Texas Lions Camp is a residential camping facility for children with physical disabilities, type 1 diabetes and cancer. The Camp is located on over 500 acres in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, and is designed to introduce the "Can Do" philosophy to children dealing with special medical conditions.

Child Care/Guarderias

Bright Stars Child Care and Learning Center (830)608-9005 Web: http://www.brightstarsnewbraunfels.com/ 1671 McQueeney Rd., New Braunfels, TX 78130 Bright Stars Learning Center offers full-time child care. Our class sizes are small in order to guarantee a low teacher to child ratio. They serve children from 6 weeks to 6 years old.

Hansel and Gretel Child Development Center (830)629-0772 Web: http://hanselandgretelcdc.com/home/2783929 984 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels, TX 78130 At Hansel & Gretel Child Developmental Center, we strive to create a fun and engaging environment for your young one, no matter their age. We encourage your child to participate in fun learning activities that require them to think, use social skills, and more. We will provide you with a weekly progress report about the development of your child to keep you informed.

Happy Childhood Learning Center (830)620-1310 242 Tradecenter Dr New Braunfels, TX 78130 Happy Childhood Learning Center is a Licensed Center - Child Care Program in New Braunfels TX. It has maximum capacity of 77 children. The center accepts children ages of: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School. The provider may also participate in the subsidized child care program.

Happy Days Day Care Center (830)606-1950 (830)629-1141 115 N Union Ave New Braunfels, TX 78130 Happy Days Day Care, Inc. is a Licensed Center - Child Care Program in New Braunfels TX. It has maximum capacity of 173 children. The center accepts children ages of: Infant, Toddler, Pre- Kindergarten, School.

Head Start: BCFS Education Services (830)331-8908 Web: http://discoverbcfs.net/comal-guadalupe-county Head Start is a national program that promotes school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of children by providing educational, health, nutritional, social and other services to enrolled children and families. Servicing: (Comal & Guadalupe Counties)

Morgan Center (830)627-9222 Web: http://www.themorgancenter.net/ 1215 Ervenderberg Ave New Braunfels TX 78130 The Morgan Center is designed to provide opportunities for social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. The children participate daily in a variety of age-appropriate activities involving music and movement, art, creative play, science and nature, math, reading and writing, and outdoor play. We view every activity that your child engages in as opportunities to teach. Our goal for each child is to learn self-reliance, independence, self-esteem, as well as respect for others in a secure and nurturing environment. We serve children from 6 weeks old until age 12.

Play to Learn (830)626-7788 509 W. Mill Street New Braunfels, TX 78130

Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities (PPCD) Statewide Parent Training Info Center: 1-800-866-4726 TEA Parent Information Line: 1-800-252-9668 Web: http://texasprojectfirst.org/PreschoolProg.html PPCD refers to the services provided by the school district, not to the place where they are provided. Eligible children may receive PPCD services in a variety of settings such as pre- kindergarten, resource, and self-contained classrooms or in community settings such as Head Start and pre-school.

Through a Childs Eyes Child Development Center (830)620-5998 Web: http://www.throughachildseyesnb.com/home 2047 E Common St New Braunfels, TX 78130 Through A Child’s Eyes, is an academically focused preschool and infant nurture care center located in New Braunfels, Texas. They offer child care to infants 6 weeks to 12 years old, after- school care and summer camp care, all while providing your child with love, attention and academically focused activities in a fun and safe environment.

Triple L Ranch Child Development Center (830)620-0254 737 County Line Rd., New Braunfels TX 78130 The three L's provide us with the base for what we stand for: Love: We want each child to feel LOVED in their parents’ absence. Laughter: It is important to LAUGH and have Fun during the day Learn: We want to provide each child with the necessary tools to LEARN Knowing the tremendous impact the early years have on a child, it is our goal to provide a supportive environment. We work together with parents to make each child’s years with us a positive and beneficial experience. We believe that it is our job as Caregivers and Parents to ensure each child is ready for the challenges ahead of them.

New Braunfels Family YMCA (830)606-9622 Web: http://www.ymcasatx.org 710 Landa St New Braunfels, TX 78130 YMCA provides childcare while the parents are attending workout sessions.

Workforce Solutions Alamo (Child Care Delivery System) (830)629-2010 Web: http://www.workforcesolutionsalamo.org/ Courtyard Plaza, 183 I-35 S. New Braunfels, TX 78130 Support for child care services is administered through the Texas Work Force.

Clinics/ Clinicas

Alight Pediatric Therapy Clinic, Inc. (830)214-7640 Web: https://www.alightclinic.com 2660 E Common St. New Braunfels, TX 78130 Speech, occupational, and physical therapy for newborn-21.

Allied Institute of Medicine (830)626-7770 Web: https://www.alliedistituteofmedicine.net 1860 S. Seguin Ave New Braunfels, TX 78130

Briggs Family Medicine (830)629-3330 Web: http://www.briggsfamilymedicine.com/ 910 Gruene Rd. #2 New Braunfels, TX 78130 Medical care for women expecting infants.

Bulverde Medical Clinic (830)438-4926 Web: 2795 Bulverde Rd., Bulverde, TX 78163 Walk-in Clinic.

Canyon Lake Medical Clinic (830)964-3019 Web: http://mysvdoctor.com/canyon-lake 1356 FM 2673, Canyon Lake, TX 78133 Medical Facility in Canyon Lake, TX.

Century Regional Health Care (830)980-1350 Web: http://centuryregional.com/ 32665 US Hwy 281 N. Bulverde, TX 78163 Medical care, allergy testing, Nerve Conduction Service, Nutrition Classes

Centro Med-County Line Clinic (830)608-5700 Web: https://www.centromedsa.com/ 1034 W. County Line Rd., New Braunfels, TX 78130 Medical, family practice and lab services (sliding scale for uninsured)

Comal County Health Department (830)620-5595 (830)608-2015 Web: http://www.co.comal.tx.us 178 E. Mill Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130 Comal County Health Department delivers public health-focused services such as immunizations, epidemiology, and surveillance, emergency preparedness, education, and some clinic services.

Community Health Services of South Central Texas (830)372-3690 Web: http://www.chcsct.com/ 808 E. Pine St. Seguin, TX 78155 The Community Health Services offers a full range of medical services, including but not limited to: pediatrics, maternal child health, well child checkups, immunizations, diabetic and hypertension care and follow-up.

Guadalupe Regional Medical Center (800)506-6394 (830)401-7806 Web: http://www.grmedcenter.com/ 1215 E. Court St., Seguin, Texas 78155 Medical clinic offering a wide variety of services.

Medical Clinic (830)228-4219 353 Rodeo Drive Spring Branch, TX 78070 Hours: Every Wednesday 5:30-8:30 pm Fridays by appointment 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Neurology Clinic of Central Texas (830)606-9142 Web: http://www.ncoct.com/contact.html 224 Hunters Village New Braunfels, TX 78132 Neurology Clinic of Central Texas is a clinic in New Braunfels offering services such as electromyography/nerve conduction velocity test, EEG, Deep Brain Stimulation and Lumbar Puncture.

New Braunfels Pediatrics (830)625-9153 Web: http://nbpediatrics.com/ 1535 Common St New Braunfels, TX 78130 New Braunfels Pediatrics is dedicated to providing the highest quality pediatric care available to patients and their families. Their caring, knowledgeable staffs of Doctors, Physicians’ Assistants, Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, and office staff work to provide you with the professionalism, courtesy, support and confidentiality you deserve.

Rural Health Clinic (830)629-3614 189 E. Austin St New Braunfels, TX 78130 Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm Friday 8:00am-2:00pm Saturday and Sunday CLOSED

Urgent Care & Occupational Health Center (830)438-2544 Web: http://www.urgentcareoftexas.com/main/index.php 32665 Hwy 281 N., Suite 104, Spring Branch, TX 78070

Volunteers in Medicine (830)632-5131 Web: http://nbvim.org/ 1195 W San Antonio New Braunfels, TX 78130 New Braunfels Volunteers in Medicine is a faith-based non-profit providing free primary medical and dental care to low-income residents of New Braunfels and Comal County who are without health insurance.

Clothing/Baby Items/Articulos/Ropa de Bebe

Brenda’s Wash-N-Fold (830)625-7415 Web: 729 State Hwy 46 New Braunfels, TX 78130 Laundry service

Catholic Charities (210)433-3256 Web: http://www.ccaosa.org/financial_assistance/closet.html 202 W. French Place, San Antonio, TX 78212 The Clothes Closet & Food Pantry at Catholic Charities offers emergency food and clothing assistance for individuals and families suffering economic hardship.

Family Life center (830) 625-7100 Web: http://www.flcnb.org/ 5513 I-35 South, New Braunfels, TX 78132 (Behind Tree of Life Church) Family Life Center helps with resource assistance, emergency assistance, food pantry, clothes closet and employment assistance.

Gabriel’s Project (830)481-0258 Web: http://sppnb.org/gabriel-project 386 N. Castell, New Braunfels, TX 78130 Crisis Pregnancy help with emotional, spiritual and physical needs; assistance with diapers and baby items.

Goodwill Industries (New Braunfels) (800)483-9455 Web: https://www.goodwillusa.org 1075 Walnut Ave. New Braunfels, TX 78130 Thrift store and employment services

Goodwill Industries (Seguin) (830)372-0586 Web: https://www.goodwillusa.org 1431 E. Court St Seguin, TX 78155

Hospice Thrift Store (Branch of Hope Hospice) (830)625-4746 613 N. Walnut Ave. New Braunfels, TX 78130 Thrift Store, *M-F 9:00am-4:00pm and Sat 10:00am-1:00pm

Salvation Army (New Braunfels) (830) 608-9129 Web: http://www.salvationarmyusa.org/ 617 S. Business 35, New Braunfels, TX 78130 The Salvation Army in Texas serves more than 919,500 people and families a year through its 84 local centers of operation. Daily it serves 9,612 hot meals and shelters 2,885 people.

Saint Peter & Paul Catholic Church Thrift Store (830)629-3504 Web: http://sppnb.org/thrift-store 315 Seguin Ave. New Braunfels, TX 78130 Thrift store (Wed-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm)

Communication/Comunicación

Communication Services for the Deaf of Texas (800)574-1652 (210)541-9480 Web: 7400 Blanco Rd #130 San Antonio, TX 78216 Provides free telephone devices such as amplified phones, hands-free speaker phones, TTYs, VCOs, phone flashers, pillow/blow/touch switches, etc. for persons with conditions that makes it difficult to use a standard phone.

Care Options for Kids (855)634-6600 Web: www.cofk.com 1777 NE Loop 410 Ste 205 San Antonio TX 78217 Provides in-home or in the daycare speech, physical, and occupational therapy

Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitation Services (DARS) (888)782-8477 Web: http://www.dars.state.tx.us/dhhs/index.shtml Specialized telecommunications assistance program

Dental/Dental

Blanco Dental Center (830)833-2200 Web: http://www.blancodentalcenter.com/ US Hwy 281, Blanco, TX 78606 Blanco Dental Center offers their services in dentistry with different specialties such as dental emergencies, family dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, as well as many other services.

Bulverde Dental Office (830)980-2869 Web: http://www.bulverdedental.com/services.html 2395 Bulverde Rd., Suite 103, Bulverde, TX 78163 Bulverde Dental offers a full array of dental services to help you maintain healthy teeth.

Bulverde Hills Dental (830)980-9004 Web: https://www.bulverdehillsdental.com 30070 Hwy 281 N. Suite 200, Bulverde, TX 78163 Whether your dental needs are a complete exam and cleaning, a full-mouth restoration, or anything in between, we promise to provide you with exceptional care as we enhance the natural beauty of your smile.

Centro Med – House of Hope (830)620-0299 (830)625-6268 Web: 276 S Krueger, New Braunfels, TX 78130 This site offers dental care services to children and families. Services that this site provides include complete dental exams (x-rays and oral exams), in addition to, preventative care (cleaning, sealants and fillings). This site is committed to maximize their human and financial resources for the care of their community, especially for medically underserved residents.

Children’s Dental Ark (Special Needs children) (830)625-1234 Web: http://www.childrensdentalark.com/index.html 610 Landa St. New Braunfels, TX 78130 Children’s Dental Ark’s employees are dedicated to creating a comfortable dental home for children in the community. The dentists and assistants are specially trained to work with a wide variety of children with special healthcare needs; the office is designed to be physically accessible for all their patients.

Familia Dental (830)632-6369 Web: www.familiadental.com 161 Creekside Dr., suite 102, New Braunfels, TX 78130 Familia Dental is a high quality, low cost provider of general dentistry and orthodontics

New Braunfels Oral Surgery (830)606-3084 Web: http://www.clarkandgossettoms.com/ 1572 E Common St New Braunfels, TX 78130 Oral Surgery practices a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from dental implant surgery and wisdom tooth removal to corrective jaw surgery, as well as, techniques designed to rebuild bone structure with minimal surgical intervention and optimal patient comfort. The surgeons also diagnose and treat facial pain, facial injuries, and fractures.

Seguin Community Dental Clinic (830)379-1893 Fax: (830) 379-1874 Web: http://www.chcsct.com/dental.php 1201 W. Court St., Seguin, TX 78155 Community dental clinic in Seguin, Texas. Services include: preventative restoration services.

Spring Branch Dental Care (830) 438-7444 Web: http://springbranchdental.com/ 20475 State Hwy 46 W Suite 310 Spring Branch, TX 78070 Services for Spring Branch Dental Care include general dental and restorative dental services. Pediatric services are also offered as well.

Summer Hill Dental (830) 438-2193 Web: http://www.summerhilldental.com/ 19750 State Hwy 46 W., Suite 105, Spring Branch TX 78070 Family Dentistry clinic in Spring Branch, TX. Many dental services are provided to families and individuals.

Tooth Time Family Dentistry (830)625-6410 Web: http://www.mytoothtime.com/ 206 Stonegate Dr. New Braunfels, TX 78103 At Tooth Time Family Dentistry we treat you like family, while providing the highest quality of dental services in a safe, clean and caring environment.

Developmental/ Desarrollo

Autism Community Network (210)435-1000 Web: http://www.acn-sa.org 4242 Woodcock Drive, Suite 101, San Antonio, TX 78228 The primary goals of the Autism Service Center of San Antonio are to provide interdisciplinary diagnosis and treatment for young children with autism spectrum disorder; education and training for autism service providers and families touched by autism; and comprehensive information and networking for our autism community.

MAAP Services Web: http://www.aspergersyndrome.org/ MAAP Services is a world wide 501-C-3 non profit organization providing information, networking, referrals and printed materials for families, challenged individuals and professionals concerned with the autism spectrum. Founded in 1984, MAAP Services, adheres to the basic principal that all individuals with autism spectrum challenges have the ability to learn, grow and enjoy a good quality of life.

DARS: Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) 1-800-628-5115 Web: http://www.dars.state.tx.us/ecis/ ECI is a statewide program for families with children, birth to three, with disabilities and developmental delays. ECI supports families to help their children reach their potential through developmental services. Services are provided by a variety of local agencies and organizations across Texas.

Education/Job Search/Educacion/Busqueda de Trabajo

CIS (Communities in Schools)-New Braunfels (830)620-4247 Web: http://www.cis-sct.org/ 161 Castell St New Braunfels, TX 78130 Communities In Schools works hand in hand with schools, communities and families to surround our students with a caring network of support to help them stay in school and succeed in life. In Comal and Guadalupe Counties, the CIS program annually serves more than 24,000 students within the New Braunfels, Comal, Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City, and Marion Independent School Districts.

Comal ISD (830)221-2026 Web: www.comalisd.org 1421 N Business 35 New Braunfels, TX 78130 Child Care Services/ Community Education

Comal ISD – Parent Resource Center (830)221-2000 1404 N. Business 35 New Braunfels, TX 78130 Comal ISD offers services for parents who have a child in school.

Goodwill Industries Job Help Center (New Braunfels) (830)627-8135 Web: www.goodwillsa.org 183 N Interstate Highway 35 New Braunfels, TX 78130 Job Help Center: job leads, use of fax, computer searching, and community service.

Kid’s Club (830)626-7762 Web: http://nbkidsclub.org/ 169 Hickory Ave., New Braunfels, TX 78130 Kids Club is a fun after-school learning environment where students receive homework help, a healthy meal, and spiritual encouragement– at no cost to students and their families.

National Association for Bilingual Education (202) 898-1829 Web: www.nabe.org 1313 L Street NW, Suite 210 Washington, DC 20005 Bilingual and English Language Learner Advocacy

New Braunfels ISD Adult Education and Literacy (830)643-5700 ext 5729 430 W. Mill St. New Braunfels, TX 78130 Programs that help adults get the basic skills they need to be productive workers, family members, and citizens.

Raven Star (830)626-1776 776 E. Torrey St. New Braunfels, TX 78130 RavenStar Outdoor Education is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that offers experiential nature and science learning opportunities to the children and families of central Texas.

Sammy’s House (512)453-5258

Web: www.sammyshouse.org 2415 Twin Oaks Dr., Austin, TX 78757 Sammy’s House is a nonprofit organization that provides services for children who are medically fragile and/or developmentally delayed in a nurturing, inclusive environment. The mission and goal is to help children and families thrive by giving children the opportunities they need to reach their highest potential through therapy support, curriculum-based instruction, and child care services. The vision embodied in our mission is for Sammy’s House to fill the gaps in services for this vulnerable group of children so that our community can be a place where everyone has the chance to grow and learn to the best of their abilities.

Texas Association for Bilingual Education (800)822-3930 Web: www.tabe.org 5235 Callaghan Rd, Suite 301 San Antonio, TX Bilingual-bicultural programs for Bilingual/ESL students

Texas Home School Coalition (806)744-4441 Web: www.thsc.org P.O. Box 6747 Lubbock, TX 79443 THSC provides home School resources for general education and Special needs education.

Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (830)608-8750 Web: www.dars.state.tx.us 115 Green Valley East, Suite 100 New Braunfels, TX 78130 DARS helps people with disabilities prepare for, find, and keep jobs to be successful citizens.

Texas Statewide Leadership for Autism Statewide leadership in addressing identified areas of need in special education services is provided through eleven functions and five projects directed by various Education Service Centers. Their primary responsibility is to provide leadership, training, technical assistance, and the dissemination of information throughout the state.

Upstarts Educational Program (830)237-9212 Web: www.upstarts-tx.org P.O. Box 310673 New Braunfels, TX 78131 Tutoring; academic resources for academic planning; intensive drop out interventions.

Workforce Solutions Alamo (830)629-2010

Web: www.alamoworksource.org Courtyard Plaza 183 I-35 New Braunfels, TX 78130 Service providers and contractors that bring people and jobs together

Emergency/Safety/Emergencia/Seguridad

Universal Emergency Number 911

American Red Cross (New Braunfels) (830)608-9876 Web: http://www.redcross.org/ 100 Maine Plaza, Suite 100, New Braunfels, TX 78130 Offering free assistance to the victims of single family and multi-family fires, extreme weather conditions, and natural disasters.

Texas Division of Emergency Management (512)424-2138 (512)424-2444 Web: https://www.txdps.state.tx.us/dem 5805 Lamar Blvd Austin, TX 78752 TDEM implements programs to increase public awareness about threats and hazards, coordinates emergency planning, provides an extensive array of specialized training for emergency responders and local officials and administers disaster recovery and hazard mitigation programs in the state of Texas.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) (800)621-3362 Web: https://www.fema.org 500 C Street S.W. Washington, D.C. 20472 FEMA’s mission is to support citizens and first responders to ensure that as a nation they work together to build, sustain and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards.

Equipment/Equipo

Amedeq Inc (830)885-2195 Web: http://amedeq.com/ 101 Downtown, Suite 3 Spring Branch TX 78070 Amedeq is a medical supply provider that helps in the daily lives of clients.

Prescott’s Orthotics & Prosthetics (830)606-2716 Web: http://prescottsop.com/home 945 Loop 337 New Braunfels, TX 78130 Our mission is to provide excellent patient care combined with quality products and services in order to help our physically challenged community live life to their fullest.

Professional Medical (830)608-9577 Fax: (830)680-9799 Web: http://www.professionalmedical.com/ 386A Landa St New Braunfels TX 78130 Professional Medical specializes in respiratory care services such as home oxygen and sleep therapy. Professional Medical also offers power mobility, wheelchair lifts, mobility aides, hospital beds and accessories, bathroom safety aids, incontinence supplies, lift chairs and more.

Project Mend (210)223-6363 Web: http://www.projectmend.org/index.php 1201 Austin St. San Antonio, TX 78208 Medical Equipment Network for those with Disabilities (MEND) has been providing for the medical equipment and assistive technology needs of low-income persons with disabilities in San Antonio and Texas since 1992.

Restoring Mobility (830)626-0051 Web: http://restoringmob.com/ 709 Summerwood Dr., New Braunfels, TX 78130 Restoring Mobility sells services and rents all brands of mobility equipment. They are happy to help you with your pediatric, bariatric, rehab or standard mobility device.

Texas Ramp Project (830)446-0208 Web: www.texasramps.org TRP builds wheelchair ramps for disabled or elderly people who can’t afford to buy one. In a few hours on a Saturday morning, they give these folks the freedom to leave their home again—the home where they want to remain, but whose steps have imprisoned them.

Wave Healthcare – Improving Healthcare for Children (210)593-WAVE (9283) Web: http://wavehealthcare.com/index.html 4204 Gardendale Ste 104 San Antonio, TX 78299

Wave healthcare is dedicated to providing clinical expertise through the services of their Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP). The RCPs will support your child through education of respiratory medical equipment for family members and caregivers. This includes regularly scheduled visits and collaboration with clinicians, community caregivers and families, all of which is vital to the success of your child’s clinical objective.

Family Stress/Abuse/Tension/Abuso Familiar

Asian Family Support Services of Austin (877)281-8371 Toll Free (512)651-3743 Web: http://www.saheli-austin.org/d6/ P.O. Box 16254, Austin, Texas 78761 Asian Family Support Services of Austin, or AFSSA (formerly SAHELI) is a nonprofit organization based in Austin, Texas, that provides assistance to Asian and other immigrant families dealing with domestic violence, sexual assault and trafficking. AFSSA specifically addresses the cultural and language needs of Asian and other immigrant families affected by domestic violence. Their values and mission are reflected in our programs, which integrate culture and language specific direct services, educational programs, and community-based initiatives and advocacy.

Child Safe – Alamo Children’s Advocacy Center (210)675-9000 Web: www.childsafe-sa.org 7130 W. US Hwy 90 San Antonio, TX 78227 Child Safe is Bexar County’s most advanced trauma focused care center for child victims and child survivors of abuse and neglect and their non-offending family members.

Children’s Advocacy Center of Comal County (830)626-2543 Web: http://www.comalcac.org/Default.aspx 1168 Pride Drive New Braunfels, TX 78130 The CACCC helps abused children feel less scared, less intimidated, and, less confused, by the system that is meant to protect them.

Connections Individual and Family Services (830)629-6571 Fax: (830)608-1262 24-hr crisis hotline 1-800-532-8192

Web: http://www.connectionsnonprofit.org/ 1414 W San Antonio St. Ste. B. New Braunfels, TX 78130 Connections provides counseling, prevention, education services for youth, adults, and families. They also offer short-term residential services for runaway, abused, or neglect homeless, and at risk youth, crisis hotline referral services, Kids Exchange/ supervised visitation services, and substance abuse prevention.

Crisis Center of Comal County (830)620-7520 Web: http://www.ccccnbtx.org/ 1547 Common St New Braunfels, TX 78130 This facility provides crisis and prevention services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Fairweather Family Lodge (210)208-5700 (210)645-7319 Web: http://www.familyendeavors.org/ 7500 Hwy 90 W. Building 3 San Antonio, TX 78277 Fairweather Programs provide supportive housing, case management, life skills training, and supportive employment opportunities for people with significant disabilities so that they can achieve a life full of stability, successes, and self-sufficiency.

Rape Crisis Center for Children and Adults 210-521-7273 210-349-7273 (24 Hour Hotline) Web: www.reapecrisis.com The Rape Crisis Center provides free and confidential counseling, 24-hour crisis intervention services, and a public education program promoting healthy relationships that are presented all around San Antonio, from middle schools to professional organizations.

Safeplace (512)267-7233 Web: www.safeplace.org P.O. Box 19454 Austin TX 78760 Safeplace provides safety for individuals and families affected by sexual and domestic violence.

Seguin Family Institute (830)372-4909 Web: 1312 N. King St Seguin, TX 78155 Seguin Family Institute is a private counseling clinic that offers evaluation and counseling services for a wide range of issues. Services are provided to individuals, couples, families, and groups. SFI offers several programs, including anger management, an accredited domestic

22 violence program, addictions and aftercare groups, as well as Internet addiction services, pornography addiction services, and sex offender treatment. Spanish-speaking services are also available.

Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) 24 hour hotline (800)434-8013 Web: http://www.nsvrc.org/ PO Box 310078 New Braunfels, TX 78130 SART is a community-based team that coordinates the response to victims of sexual assault.

Texas Council on Family Violence 1-800-799-7223 Web: http://tcfv.org/ PO Box 163865, Austin, Texas 78716 The Texas Council on Family Violence serves three main functions: to provide support to service providers, to advocate on behalf of domestic violence victims to the state government and to develop and implement prevention programs focused at ending domestic violence at its root causes.

Texas Department of Families and Protective Services (800)252-5400 (830)609-5033 Web: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/ 115 Green Valley East Suite 200 New Braunfels, TX 78130 The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works with communities to protect children, the elderly, and people with disabilities from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. It also works to protect the health and safety of children in daycare, as well as foster care and other types of 24-hour care. They do this through investigations, services and referrals, regulation, and prevention programs.

Financial Management

USDA Rural Development/Housing Programs (830)372-1043 Web: http://www.rd.usda.gov/tx 3251 N. Hwy 123 Bypass, Seguin, TX 78155 USDA offers loans, grants and loan guarantees to support essential services such as housing, economic development, health care, first responder services and equipment, and water, electric and communications infrastructure. They promote economic development by supporting loans to businesses through banks, credit unions and community-managed lending pools. They also offer technical assistance and information to help agricultural producers and cooperatives get started and improve the effectiveness of their operations.

Funeral Assistance/Asistencia Funeral

Hope Hospice (830)625-7500 Web: http://www.hopehospice.net/ 611 N. Walnut Ave New Braunfels, TX 78130 This organization is for people, who in all likelihood, are facing their last months of life and want to focus on comfort measures (pain and symptom management)

Health Education/Educacion de Salud

The Institute for Public Health and Education Research (830) 629-2001 Web: www.tipher.com 256 S. Krueger Ave. New Braunfels, TX 78130 TIPHER offers Health literacy, ESL classes, and Diabetes education.

CDC’s Autism Information Center Web: www.cdc.gov/ncbdd/autism The Center for Disease Control provides information on the autism diagnosis and spectrum.

Home Care Pediatric Services

A&B Home Health Care Inc. (830)625-4837 Web: https://www.homeinstead.com/ 1928 South Seguin Avenue, New Braunfels TX 78130 Home health care may include occupational and physical therapy, speech therapy, and even skilled nursing.

Care Options for Kids (855)634-6600 Web: http://www.cofk.com/ 1777 NE Loop 410 Ste 205 San Antonio TX 78217 Care Options For Kids provides therapy to children from birth to age 21 in their home care environment utilizing medical model approaches. COFK Therapists are dedicated and passionate about helping children in need.

Himmel Home Health (830)625-8338 Web: http://www.himmelhomehealth.com/ 1004 Mission Dr. New Braunfels, TX 78130 Himmel Home Health offers a variety of services including but not limited to physical, occupational, and speech therapy; private duty and skilled nursing.

Home Instead Senior Care (830)624-8380 Web: https://www.homeinstead.com/ 171 E. Garden St New Braunfels, TX 78130 Types of senior care that is offered with home instead include: companionship care, personal care, meals and nutrition, transportation, household duties, respite care, hospice care and support services, and 24 hour and live-in care.

Homeless Services/Servios para Personas Sin Casa

Weatherization Assistance Program (AWAP): Alamo Area Council of Government (AACOG) 210-362-5282 1-800-749-2010 Web: http://www.aacog.com/wap 8700 Tesoro Dr. Suite 700 San Antonio TX 78217 The AACOG Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is designed to help low-income people, particularly the elderly and handicapped, overcome the high cost of energy through the installation of energy conservation measures at no cost to the applicant. Qualification for Weatherization Services is a three-step process. The applicant's total household income must meet federal income eligibility requirements. The 2016 Federal Poverty Level is used to identify the funding source your household qualifies for. The applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or show proof of eligible Resident Alien Status to receive federal benefits. Lastly, the home itself must be structurally sound (no major roof repairs, plumbing leaks, foundation problems, faulty electrical wiring or similar structural issues).

Hospitals Christus Santa Rosa Hospital (830)608-1575 Web: http://www.christussantarosa.org/newbraunfels 1614 W San Antonio St. New Braunfels, TX 78130

Housing/Viviendas

Balcones Haus 800-925-8689 830-629-0100 Web: https://www.nationalchurchresidences.org/communities/tx/new-braunfels/balcones- haus 246 Loma Vista, New Braunfels, TX 7813 Senior housing with services including: Studio floor plan, one-bedroom floor plan, emergency call system, community/game room, Library, Meal program affiliate, Elevator. This community is handicap accessible.

Bavarian Manor (830)609-8036 Fax: (830)606-7316 614 Bavarian Dr., New Braunfels, TX 78130 Applications accepted on Wednesdays from 9:30am-11:30am and 1:30-3:30. There are 53 units available for section 8 housing. Section 8 housing rent is based off the income of the resident.

Comal County Habitat for Humanity (830)625-7005 Web: http://www.comalhabitat.org/ 1269 Industrial Dr., New Braunfels, TX 78130 Habitat for Humanity builds home for low-income families.

New Braunfels Housing Authority (830)625-7005 Web: 300 Laurel Ln. New Braunfels, TX 78130 Services that are offered at New Braunfels Housing Authority are: Local Resources for Rental Assistance, Public housing authorities may provide rental assistance through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and/or public housing units. There may be waiting lists for this assistance and, at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size and length of the waiting lists.

Insurance/Seguro Medico

Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) (800)647-6558 (210)354-2447 Web: www.yourtexasbenefits.com Low cost health care for children; pay no more than $50 a year for health care coverage. Some families with CHIP also may need to pay co-pays for some services.

Comal County Indigent Health Care (830)620-5448 Web: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/cihcp/eligibility.shtm 150 N Seguin #211 New Braunfels, TX 78130 Comal County Indigent Health Care provides medically necessary health benefits to individuals who meet the income, resource, residency, and household criteria; and who are ineligible for other state or federal assistance programs. CIHCP pays for basic, medically necessary health care services such as: Physician services Annual physical exams Immunizations Medical screening Laboratory and X-Ray services (ordered by physician) Family planning services Skilled Nursing facility (ordered by physician) Prescriptions (max 3 per month; ordered by physician; no over-the-counter) Rural health clinic services Inpatient and Outpatient hospital services.

Medicaid Coverage Information (800)252-8263 www.tmhp.com

Medicaid Waiver Program-Community Based Alternatives (CBA) (210)438-6298 Web: http://www.dads.state.tx.us/providers/cba/ For ages 21 and over; must have medical necessity criteria for nursing facility per M.D.

Medicaid Waiver Program-Medically Dependent Children Program (MDCP) 1-877-438-5658 Web: https://www.dads.state.tx.us/providers/MDCP/ For ages under 21; must meet skilled nursing care per M.D.

Medicaid Waiver Program-Home and Community Based Services (210)832-5020 For all ages; must have primary diagnosis and have ICF/MR level of care per M.D.

Medicaid Waiver Program-Community Living Assistance and Support services (CLASS) 1-877-438-5658 CLASS provides home and community-based services to people with related conditions as a cost-effective alternative to placement in an intermediate care facility for individuals with an intellectual disability or a related condition (ICF/IDD) A related condition is a disability other than an intellectual disability that originated before age 22 and that affects a person’s ability to function in daily life.

Medicaid Waiver Program-Deafblind Multiple Disabilities (DBMD) 1-877-438-5658 DBMD provides home and community-based services to people who are deafblind with multiple disabilities as a cost-effective alternative to institutional placement.

STAR Program 1-800-964-2777 Web: http://www.firstcare.com/en/Individuals-and-Families/STAR-Medicaid Star assists with enrolling with a health plan and doctor covered by Medicaid.

Texas Affordable Act (888)346-2306 Web: https://www.healthcare.gov/get-coverage/ Representatives are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week Federally-facilitated Health Insurance Marketplace

Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) (512)438-3011 Web: www.dads.state.tx.us The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) was created to administer long- term services and supports for people who are aging as well as for people with intellectual and physical disabilities. DADS also licenses and regulates providers of these services, and administers the state's Guardianship program. DADS began formal operations on Sept. 1, 2004.

Texas Department of Health and Human Services (HHS, Medicaid Benefits Office) (830)625-8023 Web: www.hhs.state.tx.us 1607 Common St New Braunfels, TX 78130 HHS assists families with finding Medicaid benefits.

Texas Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) (830)625-8023 Web: www.hhs.state.tx.us HHS oversees the operations of the health and human services system, provides administrative oversight of Texas health and human services programs, and provides direct administration of some programs.

Texas Health Steps 1-877-847-8377 Web: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/thsteps/ PO Box 149347, Austin, Texas 78714-9347 Steps helps individuals and families find medical and dental providers that are covered by Medicaid.

Women’s Health Program 1-866-993-9972 Web: www.hhsc.state.tx.us/womenthealth.html Free family planning exam every year and birth control for uninsured women in Texas.

Legal/Assistencia Legal

Crime Victims’ Compensation, Crime Services Division (512)-936-1200 Fax: 512-936-1200 Web: https://www.aog.state.tx.us/victims/about_comp.shtml P.O. Box 12198, Austin, TX, 78701 The Crime Victims’ Compensation Program is administered by the Office of the Attorney General and is dedicated to ensuring that victims of violent crime are provided financial assistance for crime-related expenses that cannot be reimbursed by insurance or other sources.

Crime Victims’ Hotline for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities 1-800-622-2520 (toll free) (512)477-6000 (512) 477-6575 Tina Malone (ext. 122) Email: [email protected] 815 Brazos, Suite 1100 Austin, TX 78701

Janes Due Process 1-866-999-5263 (512)444-7891 Web: https://www.janesdueprocess.org Jane’s Due Process offers referral for free representation by a lawyer in judicial bypass process.

Office of the Attorney General (800)983-9933 (512)936-1200 Web: https://texasattorneygeneral.gov/ P.O. Box 12198 Austin, TX 78711 The attorney general assists families with issues related to child support.

St. Mary’s Center for Legal and Social Justice STEPS (Solutions that Equip People for Success) (830)708-7069 (210)431-2596 Web: http://stepsforlife.org/our-program/ 2240 FM 725 New Braunfels, TX 78130 Email: [email protected]

STEPS is a program that gives individuals an opportunity for a better life. It was designed to help those who are willing to change, by equipping them with the tools, resources, and encouragement they need.

Texas Civil Rights Project (512)474-5073 Web: https://www.texascivilrightsproject.org 1405 Montopolis Dr. Austin, TX 78741 Email: [email protected] TCRP has worked with communities throughout Texas to bring legal assistance for people with disabilities. TCRP also assists with civil rights cases, economic justice, as well as many other services.

Texas Law Help Web: https://texaslawhelp.org Texas law help assists clients with learning about their rights, self-help resources, and legal aid.

Texas Legal Service Center 1-866-979-4343 Health Law Programs 1-800-622-2520 Legal Hotline for Texans

Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid (210)-212-3700 (888)988-9996 Web: https://www.tria.org 1111 N Main St. San Antonio TX 78212

Texas Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE) (877)-894-8463 24 hour hotline Web: www.vinelink.com 300 West 15th Street Austin, TX 78701 VINE has been providing victims and concerned citizens with the power of information for decades, allowing these individuals to have the sense of security that they deserve. VINELink can be accessed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to provide the most reliable information for custody status changes and criminal case information.

Mental Health/Salud Mental

Hill Country Community Health Center: Comal County MH Center (830) 620-6221

(888)315-3277 1-877-466-0660 Mental Health Crisis line (toll free; operated between 5:00pm and 8:00am) Web: http://www.hillcountry.org/ 180 W. Mill St. New Braunfels, TX 78130 Comal county MH center provides resources for people of all ages who are struggling with mental illness. Services provided are based on a sliding scale fee.

Hill Country MHDD Centers (830)620-6221 358 Landa Street Ste 300 New Braunfels, TX 78130 Hill Country MHDD provides mental health, individual developmental disability, substance abuse, and early childhood intervention services throughout the greater Texas Hill Country.

National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255 Web: http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free, confidential suicide prevention hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. By dialing 1-800-273-TALK (8255), the call is routed to the nearest crisis center in our national network of more than 150 crisis centers. The Lifeline’s national network of local crisis centers provides crisis counseling and mental health referrals day and night.

Teddy Buerger Center/Supportive Outpatient Program (830)401-7367 Web: http://www.grmedcenter.com/patient-support/behavioral-health/ 1215 East Court Street Seguin Texas 78155 TBC is the only licensed treatment center in Guadalupe County and has been offering outpatient chemical dependency and mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults since 1992. The road to recovery can begin with professional counseling and we offer group and individual sessions.

Texas Runaway Hotline 1-888-580-4357 (24 hour hotline) Web: www.texasrunaway.org

Texas Youth Hotline 1-800-989-6884 http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Youth_Hotline Volunteer advocates are dedicated to helping youth 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to listen and help them consider their choices and develop a sensible solution.

Nutrition/Food Supply/Nutricion/Proveedores de Comida

Bulverde Food Pantry (830)438-7899 Web: http://bulverdefoodpantry.org/ 2295-1 Bulverde Road, Bulverde, TX 78163 (behind wine 101) Food, household necessities, clothing, and service referrals to residents who live within the four zip codes that surround Bulverde: 78163, 78080, 78258, 78260

Day Springs Church: Silo Food Pantry (830)620-4353 Web: http://dayspringchristian.org/thesilo/ 1895 S Walnut Ave New Braunfels, TX 78130 Food pantry; *Must provide proof of address; food is distributed once per household per week.

Kitchen Table Food Pantry (210)431-8481 Web: http://safoodbank.org/the-kitchen-table/ 651 N. Business I-35 Suite 340 New Braunfels, TX 78130 By appointment only services provided include: Client Choice Pantry, Nutrition Education, Benefit Assistance, Children’s Programs, Financial Literacy, Senior Programs, and Family Dining.

Mobile Food Pantry/Westside Community Center (830)221-4630 Web: http://newbraunfels.libguides.com/westside 2932 South IH 35 New Braunfels, TX 78130 In partnership with the San Antonio Food Bank (SAFB), the Westside Community Center (WCC) will conduct a Mobile Food Pantry distribution twice a month; every 1st and 3rd Friday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. beginning April 2013. Individuals and families are qualified based on residence and income eligibility and will use a voucher provided by the SAFB to obtain their groceries. The Mobile Pantry will typically be on site for two hours and provide food assistance for up to 250 families.

Smithson Valley Food Bank (830)885-2214 Web: http://www.believerschristianfellowship.org/BCFMain.htm 36200 FM 3159 Canyon Lake TX 78132 Smithson Valley Food Bank operates out of Believers Christian Fellowship that provides emergency food assistance to Canyon Lake, Smithson Valley and Spring Branch residents.

S.O.S. Food Bank

(830)629-3663 Web: http://www.sosfoodbank.org/ 248 W. Merriweather St. New Braunfels, TX 78132 This non-profit organization provides family food bag once per month, need a referral from a community service center, church, or non-profit agency (M-F 1:00 pm -4:00 pm)

WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) (830)625-1441 Web: http://www.wicprograms.org/li/new_braunfels_wic_78130 645 N Walnut Ave. New Braunfels, TX 78130 Supplemental nutrition program

Parenting Classes

Partners Resource Network 1-800-866-4726 Web: http://www.partnerstx.org/ 1090 Longfellow Dr., Suite B. Beaumont, TX 77706 Partners Resource Network (PRN) is a non-profit agency that operates the Texas statewide network of Parent Training and Information Centers (PTI's funded by the US Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) . The PTI Projects are: PATH, PEN, and TEAM. The Texas PTIs provide training, education, information, referral, emotional support, and individual assistance in obtaining appropriate services. PRN assists parents in understanding their child's disability, understanding their rights and responsibilities under IDEA, obtaining and evaluate resources and services, and learning how to participate as team members with professionals in planning services for their children. No charge for any services provided.

Precious Minds, New Connection – McKenna Health Link (830) 606-9567 Web: http://www.discoverbcfs.net/PMNC 801 West San Antonio St New Braunfels, TX 78130 Free parenting education and support for families from pregnancy until age three of the child.

Pregnancy/Embarazo

Gabriel’s Project (830)481-0258 Web: http://sppnb.org/gabriel-project 386 N Castell, New Braunfels, TX 78130

Gabriel’s Project offers crisis pregnancy help with emotional, spiritual, and physical needs; assistance with diapers and baby items.

Hill Country Midwifery Services (830)833-4678 602 13th St Blanco, TX 78606 Homebirth practice in Blanco, TX.

Options for Life (830)629-7565 Web: http://www.optionsforlifenb.org/home 1126 N Loop 337 New Braunfels, TX 78130 Can provide pregnancy testing, Limited STI testing, Resource Center, earn while you learn parenting classes, car seat class, abstinence educator, ultra sounds, fatherhood initiative.

Planned Parenthood (210)590-0202 Web: www.plannedparenthood.org 11514 Perrin Beitel, San Antonio, TX 78217 Planned Parenthood delivers vital reproductive health care, sex education, and information to millions of women, men, and young people worldwide.

Respite Services/Servicios de Descanso

Sammy’s House (512) 453-5258 2415 Twin Oaks Drive Austin, Texas 78757 Sammy’s House offers periodic respite care. Extended childcare is available during special times of the year for families with children with special needs. Our objective is to provide families with the time they need to strengthen the family.

Shelters/Refugio

Guadalupe Valley Family Violence Shelter (830)372-2781 24 hour hotline 800-834-5970 Web: www.seguinviolenceshelter.org P.O. Box 1302 Seguin TX 78155 This organization provides emergency shelter and provisions; crisis hotline; crisis counseling; advocacy.

Salvation Army of New Braunfels (830)608-9129 Web: www.salvationarmysatx.org/nb 617 S Business IH 35 New Braunfels TX 78130 Helps with transportation, emergency shelter, tutoring, food and referrals to thrift stores

St. Jude’s Ranch for Children-Emergency Children’s Shelter (830)629-0659 Web: https://stjudesranch.org/what-we-do/emergency-placement/ P.O. Box 311682 New Braunfels, TX 78131 The primary goal of the Emergency Children’s Shelter program is to provide a safe haven for little children in distress. They provide security, love, consistency and safety. They make a positive impact on each child who stays at the facility, whether for a few hours, many days, or even several months.

Substance Abuse/Abuse de Sustancia

Al-Anon Family Groups (210)342-3063 (830) 249-8643 Web: www.san-antonio-alanon.org Adult children of Alcoholics support group: serves area surrounding San Antonio, TX including New Braunfels, Seguin, and Canyon Lake.

Palmer Drug Abuse Program (PDAP) (210)227-2634 Web: http://www.riserecovery.org/ E. Pecan St. san Antonio, TX 78205 Rise Recovery (a branch of PDAP)’s mission is to help teens, young adults, and their families overcome the effects of mind-changing chemicals while assisting the community through partnerships in education and prevention. No charge for services.

San Antonio Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse (210)225-4741 Web: http://www.sacada.org/ AT&T Building 1, Suite 100 7500 US Hwy 90 San Antonio, TX 78277 The San Antonio Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse (SACADA) is a nonprofit organization that provides education, youth prevention programs, information resources and services to prevent

35 alcohol and drug abuse. We serve nearly 60,000 people in Bexar County and 28 surrounding counties in South Central Texas.

Support Systems/Sistemas de Apoyo

M.I.S.S. Foundation (Mothers in Sympathy and Support) 1-602-279-MISS (6477) 1-888-455-MISS (6477) Web: http://www.missfoundation.org/ P.O. Box 9195 Austin TX 78766 The MISS Foundation is an international 501(c)3, volunteer based organization providing C.A.R.E. [counseling, advocacy, research, and education] services to families experiencing the death of a child.

Any Baby Can: Reaching Families Facing Autism (RFFA) 210-227-0170 210-227-0812 Web: www.anybabycansa.org 217 Howard St. San Antonio, TX 78212 Reaching Families Facing Autism program offers families of children with autism parent training and support free of charge. Families may access a variety of support groups such as our Mom's Night and Dad's Night Out services along with the Circle of Support sessions to network and learn from other parents of children with autism. Any Baby Can offers parents an 8 session course of developing positive behaviors and using visual strategies for communication. All services are free of charge.

Autism Society of Central Texas 512-479-4199 ext. 1 Web: http://www.austinautismsociety.org/ 4902 Grover Ave, Austin, TX 78756 The Autism Society of Central Texas changes lives by connecting families and individuals to community resources and support throughout Central Texas. Offerings include support meetings in both Austin and San Antonio; on-line networking opportunities; Sensory Friendly films; and fun family activities. Volunteers usually respond to individual telephone and e-mail inquiries within 48 hours. Autism Society of Greater San Antonio – Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (210)256-6698 (210)535-6208 6914 Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio TX 78229 Autism Society of Greater San Antonio provides education and support groups for parents and professionals who work with children who have autism.

Therapy Services

Centre for Neuro Skills (800)554 5448 (972)580-8500 Web: http://www.neuroskills.com/ 1320 West Walnut Hill Irving, TX 75038 Since 1980, Centre for Neuro Skills (CNS) has delivered post-acute medical treatment, therapeutic rehabilitation and disease management services with specially-trained staff for individuals from across the nation recovering from acquired brain injury. The cost-effective, patient-centered programs maximize treatment effect, learning generalization and stability of recovery in real-world settings. The goal: to facilitate skill acquisition and help each patient resumes a normal rhythm of living.

Physical Therapy Unlimited (830)907-2145 Web: http://www.physicaltherapyunlimited.com/index.php 1175 FM 2673 Suite 3 Canyon Lake, TX 78133 Using a unique combination of positive motivation, personalized attention, hands-on techniques and technical expertise, the staff helps thousands of patients achieve healthier, more active and enjoyable lifestyles.

Therapy Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Children’s Autism Center (512)733-2800 Web: http://cactexas.com/ 1516 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Bldg. A, Round Rock, TX 78664 Children’s Autism Center’s intent is to be recognized as an effective provider of ABA and Health and Behavioral Intervention services for children and adolescents with autism or developmental delays. We hope to realize this intent by building an environment which: services are consumer driven, the highest caliber of staff is retained, diversity is valued, expectations are high, and rewards are evident outcomes are visible.

Clinic for Autism Research, Evaluation, and Support – Texas State University (512)245-8241 Web: http://cares.education.txstate.edu/ 601 University Drive Suite 101 San Marcos, TX 78666

The Clinic for Autism Research, Evaluation and Support (CARES) at Texas State University-San Marcos offers educational programs for individuals with autism and related developmental disorders. Educational services are based in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA).

One for Autism Youth & Adult (210)680-8737 Web: http://www.oneforautism.com/ 265 E. Lullwood San Antonio TX 78212 One for Autism provides private 1:1 ABA therapy, day programming (The Academy), and after school programs; and has been approved by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) as a nonpublic day school with which eligible school districts can contract for special education services.

Transportation/Transportacion

Alamo Regional Transit (866)889-7433 Web: www.aacog.com/art 655 Landa St New Braunfels, TX 78130 One-way trip within New Braunfels is $1.00 round trip is $2.00 appointments are taken between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm; 24 hour notice is required.

Medicaid Transportation (877)633-8747 Web: http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/mtp/ Program set up for non-emergency rides for people who have no other way of getting to their Medicaid health-care visits.

Utility Assistance/Asistencia con Utilidades

South Side Community Center (512)396-7003 Web: http://www.southsidecommunitycenter.org/ 390 South LBJ San Marcos, TX 78666 Rent, utilities, bus ticket to SA and Austin temporary housing up to 3 nights, thrift store M-Sat 9:00am-4:00pm

Security and Utility Deposit Assistance Program (830)625-6909 Web: http://www.nbcommunityresources.org/sudap.html 965 N Walnut Ave New Braunfels, TX 78130 Assist with security and utility deposits

Miscellaneous/Miscelaneo

American Cancer Society Comal County Unit (830)625-3525 Web: http://www.cancer.org/index 654 Evergreen Ln New Braunfels TX 78130 Help with challenges of dealing with cancer. All of our services are free.

Big Brothers and Big Sisters Mentoring 1-800-412-2447 Toll free (210)225-6322 Web: www.bigmentor.org 202 Baltimore, San Antonio, TX 78133 Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 6 through 18, in communities across the country. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.

Big Brothers and Big Sisters – Comal/Guadalupe (830)832-6806 Email: [email protected] Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 6 through 18, in communities across the country. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.

Cancer Care Centers of South Texas (830)643-1792 Web: http://texasoncologysanantonio.com/locations/detail/new-braunfels/ 1448 Common St. New Braunfels, TX 78130 This is a comprehensive cancer treatment center located in New Braunfels, Texas.

Central Texas Allergy & Asthma (830)609-0998 Web: http://www.ctxaa.com/ 212 Hunters Village New Braunfels, TX 78130 Central Texas Allergy and Asthma center offers comprehensive care for the allergy and asthma needs of patients of all ages.

Comal County Senior Citizens Center (830)629-4547 Fax: (830)625-1802 Web: http://nbsenior.org/ 655 Landa St New Braunfels, TX 78130

Senior center located in downtown New Braunfels that provides monthly social opportunities to keep seniors socially active. The facility provides the following: fitness center, library, nutrition program, and thrift store.

Community Council of South Central Texas – Community Service Program (830)221-4630 Web: http://www.ccsct.org/index.aspx West Side Community Center 2932 South IH 35 Frontage Rd New Braunfels, 78130 CCSCT, Inc. is dedicated to empowering low-income families and individuals in South Central Texas by helping them transition out of poverty and become self-sufficient. The organization does this by providing comprehensive health, nutrition and social service programs that support families and individuals throughout the transition period.

Community Resource & Recreation Center (CRRC) of Canyon Lake (830)964-2324 Web: www.crrcofcanyonlake.org 1917 FM 2673 Sattler, TX Helps with utilities, rent, food, can loan medical equipment: must be resident of Canyon Lake for six months and live in 78133 and parts of 7132; call to setup appointment for economic assistance; has a thrift store.

Epilepsy Foundation Central and South Texas (888)606-5353 (210)653-5353 Web: http://www.efcst.org/ 10615 Perrin Bietal, Suite 602 San Antonio, TX 78217 Programs and services include indigent seizure clinics; social case management; information & referral; outreach & support services; individual, community, and professional education; employment preparation services; and summer youth opportunities.

Eye Care Associates (830)833-2020 Web: http://www.tholeneyecare.com/ 1301 Main St Blanco, TX 78606 Services at Eye Care Associates include Eye Examinations, Glasses fitting, dispensing & repair Contact Lens Fitting, Treatment of Eye Infections and minor injuries, Consultations for LASIK laser eye surgery, Detection & treatment of Eye Diseases including glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration and others. Hours of operation are: Mon 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Wed 9:00 am - 5:30 pm and Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Heart & Vascular Institute of Texas (New Braunfels) (830)609-9058 1583 E. Common St Suite 105 New Braunfels TX 78130

This facility provides comprehensive cardiac care program offering the latest in preventative, diagnostic, interventional, and rehabilitative services designed to maximize cardiovascular health.

Heart & Vascular Institute of Texas (Canyon Lake) (830)964-3340 1395 Sattler Rd Suite 6 Canyon Lake, TX 78133 Comprehensive cardiac care program offering the latest in preventive, diagnostic, interventional, and rehabilitative services designed to maximize cardiovascular health (open Thursday mornings only)

Hill Country Memorial Hospice (830)997-1335 Web: http://www.hillcountrymemorial.org/ 808 Reuben St., Suite 200, Fredericksburg, TX 78624 Since 1994 Hill Country Memorial Hospice has served as a community-based, non-profit organization certified in hospice and palliative care. HCM Hospice provides safety and dignity for patients and comfort to families and caregivers during the most important time of life—to make that life stage as comfortable and fulfilling as possible for each and every person affected by a life-limiting condition. Most importantly, no patient is ever turned away based on ability to pay.

New Braunfels Cardiology (830)620-1272 Web: http://www.nbcardio.com/ 1626 E. Common St New Braunfels, TX 78130 Patient referrals are seen within a 48 hour period whenever necessary. Urgent referrals are processed the same day or within 24 hours.

New Braunfels Primary Care (830)626-5535 Web: http://www.christushealth.org/christusfmnb 457 Landa St Ste C New Braunfels, TX 78130 New Braunfels Primary Care is committed to caring for your entire family. From pediatrics to elderly care, our dedicated team lead by Dr. Gerald Snyder provides wellness care and health care for both acute and chronic illnesses.

Smithson Valley Family Medicine (830)855-5541 13201 FM 306 Canyon Lake, TX 78133 Services include but are not limited to: Annual Preventative Exams, well child exams, well woman exams Diabetes/Cholesterol/ Hypertension, Routine Immunizations, Sports/camp physicals, Injections, Acute and Chronic conditions, Minor injuries and Lacerations, Mole and Skin Tag Removal, Wart Removal, On Site X-rays (at Spring Branch office) and Labs.

University of Texas Autism Project (512)232-1715 Email: [email protected]